I Made It!

This is Carmen everyone, first bless each and everyone of you that helped me with messages of love and support the days before my surgery which was Weds. the 9th. I had never gotten a reponse until I posted on the March board, you are all heaven sent. I had a few complications, I won't go into detail, not pleasant. Surgery ended up taking 5 plus hours, Dr. Khathouda is a genius and a very caring person despite what some people have said about his bedside manner. He said he was proud of me because despite everything I got out of bed and walked laps in the hospital...Please listen to me...walking helps so very, very, much. USC University Hospital Staff took such excellent care of me, they treated me like I was special and constantly checked on me. I am weak, but I get up and walk every hour or so. I am trying to get the fluids in and doing pretty good with that. I know there will be some rough days ahead but I would do it over again because I feel in my heart that my life has already begun to change. All of us who have made the decision are braver then any warrior out there. Have faith in God to see you through the rough spots, have faith in yourself to stay strong, this is a new chapter in your life, more so the beginning of a new life. Just as there were many unknowns and new adventures as you were growing up facing challenges, so begins new adventures and challenges with this new life. I love you all. Carmen

Carmen what inspiring words. I will be having mine done on March 22 just 8 days away. As a former RN of 17 years I can't agree with you more on the walking. Also is important on deep breathing. My sister equates this surgery as a rebirthing, taking you life back with God holding you in his arms and standing by him. Really Lean on him as the song goes. I know it is lean on me but I always think of it in terms of the Lord. Bless you for sharing. I will pray for a speedy recovery for you. Teri Lynn in CA

Carmen, Congrats on your surgery! Kelly