Hello Again

     Hi all. It's so nice to be home and surrounded by all those familiar things again. Even 2 days away seemed like eternity. I am feeling quite blessed to feel so well and be home so quickly. Besides the staples, I wouldn't even know anyone was inside my guts disassembling things and putting them back together. Geesh! I am virtually pain free. I have some soreness where the staples are due to my weight pulling on them when I stand/walk, etc. I slept very well through the night - except for pee breaks. ;O) I have been up since about 5:00. Been sipping...about 20 oz so far. Had my meds...spread out over a few hours. Had two 5 minute walks on the treadmill...besides the usual wandering around the house and back & forth to use the potty. All in all I feel great and am so looking forward to what is in store for me & my body further down the road.       You all have been so wonderful. Suzanne, my angel & my "mother hen." LOL Two of my other angels, Nancy & Darcie, came to cheer me on at the hospital, as well. Always a pleasure ladies. I know you traveled far and in traffic just to comfort little ole me and I love you both for it. *mwah*       All of the prayers & well wishes from you ALL were not in vain. I was so unbelievably calm the morning of surgery. I just knew that I was in God's hands and what better place to be, right? He carried me through without a hitch and I will trust in Him to take me the rest of the way on this amazing journey.       The road has been a long one but worth every obstacle, bend, bridge, bump and pothole I hit along the way. I navigated them all and am now on the other side. I would already do this all over again. I know I'll have my moments of feeling depressed, defeated, frustrated...heck! I had them even before surgery. I'm no exception to the rule. But I will try to keep myself focused and remind myself we are ALL in this together and if I need some reassurance or advise, I trust you guys to help me through, as always.       Thank you all for carrying me this far. Your support has been amazing. Love you guys!!

Hi Mare -

I'm just delighted to hear that you are doing so well. Keep up the sipping and be sure to get in plenty of walking ... You'll be wanting to borrow my pink and white paisley top soon!

Love you,

Barb

Hey Mare!  Glad to see you are home and doing well!  We certainly have missed you around here, but lots of prayers have gone up for you!!!

Thanks Jen - I'll take all the prayers I can get. Hope I do half as good as you have, girl. xoxo

This is just wonderful news Mare. My surgeon told me after surgery to listen to my pouch and ever since that time I always listen to my pouch. When I feel full I stop I do not try to push more in than I can. Have a wonderful day.                                         Annie

Hi Annie - "Gladys" and I are still getting acquainted but she certainly isn't bashful in letting me know when she's full. lol xoxo

Gladys what a cool name for your pouch I call mine Bubbles. Gladys will cut you off fast and takes time getting used to short lived pleasures.                                       Annie

Mare, I am so glad you are doing well, I was so impressed with how well you looked in the hospital (even with the cath!)  Do what the DR. says, sip sip sip, and take time to heal.........don't be playing wonderwoman! Let mike do the houswork  Dont hesitate to call if you need anything- anything!!!!!!!!! Love ya bunches, Noodle

Mare -  It's wonderful to hear that your doing so well. I hope that my sx will be as smooth. Aren't  friends such a blessing!

It will! It will! And only 5 teenie weenie daze to go! WHOOP!!!