August 3, four days and counting...

Thank the Lord above for the bubble of grace that seems to surround me this week. I thought I would be a complete wreck getting this close but I'm not. Not to say I'm not anxious, I am, and I've had diarrhea for a couple days, but overall I'm doing well. My biggest worry is the walking after surgery. I'm not very mobile to begin with being 531 lbs, but now with the loss of my arthritis medicine, it's gotten worse. My doctor required I be able to walk 5-10 minutes for surgery. I could do 5 a couple weeks ago with a couple breaks in there but I fear it's worse now. But I keep telling myself that God has so perfectly orchestrated all this all along that he won't abandon me now. I have to be at the hospital at 6:00 a.m. Thursday morning. Being one of the first to have surgery in August, I'll try to post as soon as I can and let everyone know what's going on and even though each person is different, what to expect. Good Luck and my prayers are with all of you as well!

CONGRATS! I am sure you have got to be thrilled! Wishing you only the very best in your Journey. Enjoyed your stories about the Cinderella Ring and "Spousal Abuse" ---> made me laugh out loud....your poor hubby! Many, many successes going forward! cls

Kelle, I am the day before you (8/2) and I will also have trouble with the walking part, I will take my wheelchair and use it as a walker, that way if I am in too much pain to continue, I can sit a bit. My doctor did not tell me how far or how much time he wanted me to walk and he knows how hard it is for me... so I will try my bt. I understand the need to move and can do some arm and laying down leg movements that might help. I like you visual of the buble of grace idea. I too am not a wreck, not worried, not ancious, and a bit excited. I have not packed yet, as I will not bring too much, except what I use everyday.. ie. cream, tooth brush etc. I'll tell you what I am a bit worried about is not able to take my pain meds, as my back injury has such high pain level. Wow, are we ready???!!!! Hugs, Pam

Congrats! My surgery is August 1st. yes I was a nervous wreck & seen the bathroom more times than I should. Hang in there & can not wait to see you progress. Kristi

Kelle, Congrats on your upcoming surgery. I am sure that God will guide you through and give you the strength to take these important steps (literally and figuratively) towards your new healthier self! I will keep you in my prayers and hope that you make a quick and great recovery. The rest of your life begins this week!! Congrats and best wishes, Heather T.