The Power Of Love

Hi Everybody Sorry for the silence since I've been home ... I just haven't felt like dealing with the computer. First off, I owe so many ThankYou's to the people of this message board. I know, beyond a shadow of a doubt that your prayers and good thoughts brought me through the infection and leak problems I had. Thank you, thank you ... it doesn't seem like enough to merely say it, but please know that I sincerely appreciate your prayers and support. To Kathy, Melissa, Tonya, Melony, Sherry, and Jennifer: Thank you soooo much for spending time with me in the hospital. You saw me at my worst, and still showed such love and concern ... I consider each of you a true friend. Tonya, thank you so much for coming every night! I looked forward to seeing your smiling face more than you know. And Kathy, the card and balloon and the precious "Angel of Caring" you brought to me brightened every single day I was in the hospital. My angel now has a place of honor on my bedside table here at home. Dr. Bour sent me home on full liquids, so I am eating mostly yogurt, with some strained cream soup. I get so very full. I am getting in a little over 60 oz. of water in every day, and managing about 50 grams of protein. Also taking my vitamins. I see Dr. Bour again on Thursday this week ... and he said maybe my drain can come out. It looks to me as if one side of the drain stitch has already separated from my skin, so I'm hoping it'll stay put until then. I'm sure I'd end up in a dead faint if it came out here at home! My nausea has diminished to a a faint queasy, and every once in a while that even disappears. Last night, I had taken my antibiotic, and was sipping water. About 30 minutes later, I got the "I'm gonna throw up" feeling in my mouth ... ran to the bathroom, and . Don't know whether the pill was blocking things up or what, but I was fine after that. My main complaint these days is the overwhelming fatigue and complete lack of stamina. Once I climb the stairs to go to my bedroom, I have to rest to get my heart to slow down and catch my breath. And taking a shower is so tiring, I have to nap afterwards! I am most definitely ready to feel like "my old self" again, in the energy department. Well, thank you all, once again ... I don't know how I would have made it through the last 4 weeks without you!!! Dawn

Yay Dawn!! I am so glad you are back! Now it is time to rest and try not to push yourself. Sounds like you are doing much better in the nutrition department even though you are tired. Your body just got through fighting some major stuff, so I would absolutely expect you to be exhausted. Plus you are still only a few weeks out of surgery, most people (I know I was) are still without energy at your stage - even with zero complications. Your body will snap back into shape and we will see the old energetic Dawn again. We just have to get through the next few weeks of healing. Then, look out world, DAWN IS BACK! Kathy

Hi Dawn! My name is Jodie and I just found this website about 3 weeks ago and I wanted you to know that I am glad that you are doing better! I hope all continues to go well with you! And I can't wait to be there too!!

hi jodi, i am new too but already almost feel like an old hat. nice to meet you.

so very glad you are back!!! we do care so much. you are on several people's profile. bless you and we can't wait to see you!!

Dawn I'm so glad you are doing much better. God answers prayers. Hopefully it will be up hill from here and we will see you at the next meeting just take it easy and get plenty of rest and know we are here for you. Hugs Marcey

Dawn, I am SOO glad to see you home and that you are doing so much better! I kept you in my prayers, and still do, as you continue to recover! Lots of (((HUGS))) and prayers for strength and energy! ~ Elizabeth

Hey You!!! I'm so glad to know you're doing soooooooo much better. It was a trying time, but you made it through with such grace, determination, and faith. I for one think you're a "Super Trooper"!!! I just love ya!!! Being fatigue right now is so normal...you've been through a lot. Rest , keep sipping, and as they say at the office, protein, protein, protein. Darlin'. Know that we are here for you, and the best is yet to come!!! Remember, we've got a cruise to plan...WoooooHooooo!!!! Tonya

DAWN!!!!!! Thank God you posted today!!! I can go into surgery tomorrow not worrying about you now hahah.. I am so glad you are feeling better and can EAT some!!! And 50 gram of protein, you go girl! alot better than before! (ill be sure to keep my pro-stat away from ya from now on !!!) hahaha I love ya girl and I am glad you are feeling better.. Youre an inspiration to me, and I call you my WLS Mama! I will see you on the losing side girl!!! Jennifer

Dawn, I'm so very glad you posted. This has been a very difficult time for you, I know. You've been a real trooper and things will only get better from here. You are such a wonderful person and you have such a wonderful family, I know you will make it through this difficult time. We all love you and pray for you daily. We're ready to have you back at our meetings! We miss you! Hugs, Melony