36 hours, feel calm, but no one else does

Well, my surgery is in 36 hours and I am at peace. I am packed and ready to go, went rowing out on Hamlin Lake today, hiked through the dunes, didn't worry too much about cleaning the house - I guess I'll get to that tomorrow. I feel confident in my doctor's ability to get the job done. HOWEVER, my mother took it upon herself to call every friggin' relative and tell them about my surgery. I had no plans to. I figured I'd mention it after the fact, if at all.. So now, my phone is ringing off the hook with relatives "anxious" and "concerned" about my welfare. Full of questions, requiring me to justify why I feel I need this drastic measure. Ack! I have spent hours on the phone reassuring my family members that I indeed plan to live and with great gusto at that. Julie, wishing for some peace and quiet.

Julie...take the phone off the hook...let the answering machine take the calls...you shouldn't have to go through all that!!! But anyhow....Wishing you the very best of luck on your journey wednesday!!!! I will keep you in my thoughts and will say a prayer or two for you!! Hugs Judy

Good luck Julie!!! Sending peace and quiet your way. You will do awesome! Can't wait to hear how it went.

Hi Julie, OK...so I thought you were getting away for the weekend?? I was going to write, but figured you wouldn't get it...so here I am. So sorry to hear about your mom and making sure your family knew before hand. Gotta love those parents at times. haha I just posted that yesterday asking if people were keeping their surgery a "secret" as, so far....I plan to, unless a moment comes to tell an individual. You will do great, and remember we are all here for you. I will see you thursday sometime...my appt. is 11:15 at MMPC...so when I am done there, I will be over. Big Hugs and lots of prayers Cheryl

Good Luck Julie!!! I will praying for you! Got to love those relatives. I've threatened my mom with "duct tape"! I plan on sharing my journey at some point -- just not yet. One hurdle at a time and when the moment is right and purposeful for me and them. Blessings!!!

good luck to you. I hope your phone stops ringing with unwanted calls. see ya on the loosing side.

Heya Sisstah!!!!!!!!!!!! I hear bells ringing, birds singing and the music playing for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hey, I know this "MOM" thing.............hahahaha I think YOU know that from all of our chats! Mom's can be meddlers, and tellers and they just don't always know when to HUSH! However, having a MOM who also likes to tell the world things that she shouldn't have..................here's my advice: Screen your calls, and answer which you choose, and leave the rest for AFTER surgery. AND................tell your Mom that she didn't need to tell your relatives because that's YOUR job! Now, tell them all to send flowers to you at her expense!!!!!!!!!!!!!hahahahahahahah.......wouldn't that be a hoot? So- you could just tell them where you'll be, and what kind of flowers and gifts would make you smile...........(twinkles in her eyes) so go for that one! In the meantime, I'm hoping that you have a pleasant surgery, speedy recovery and soon, my friend, walking along the shoreline at the lake with your honey!!! (soon!) Save me a spot on the Lake before Winter sets in (did I say that?) Love ya girl! Stacey

WOw Julie, It's getting so close. How exciting. I'm glad you're calm.....I hope I will be too. Anyway, I'vs said a prayer that all goes well and you do get that peace and quiet you so deserve!!!

Hi Julie, I agree with Judy! Take the phone off the hook. You shouldn't have to explain yourself. Just wanted to wish you a successful surgery and speedy recovery. Take care, Carey

Hey Julie girl, You are going to do great!!!!! I'm moving over tonight to make room for you on this loser bench!!!! It is a pretty awesome place to be! Good luck sweetie and I'll be thinking of you! Hugs, Di