For those that asked, here is an update

 

Hello Everyone,

 

          I went to my second post-op appointment yesterday and back to the eye doctor.  I am doing as well as to be expected at this point, however being on the computer right now is difficult due to my eyes.  I still do not have much energy and my blood levels are still low, but not enough to warrant another transfusion at this time.  Each day is different, as to how I feel and as to how I am able to see.  My eyes are improving slowly, but this has added to my stress and depression.  There is nothing much scarier than taking a nap and waking up and not able to see!!!  This really is depressing and very disturbing.  Other than this, my surgery is doing very well.  I am down to one drain in my hip; he removed the two in my groin area yesterday YEAH!!  Those hurt a lot and hopefully now that they are out Dr. Tiereny expects the swelling to drop tremendously.  As of now, I am not sure if I will be at the Lunch Bunch, I have to take it an hour at a time, because how I feel changes very rapidly. If I do not get to make it everyone have fun and I may be able to catch the Dinner Club!!   Thanks again for all those that have sent PM’s, called, cards, flowers, and just coming over to check on me to help out.  Todd and I are very grateful to all my OH friends.

 

 

Love you all!!

 

Shelia Bess

 

Shelia, I am so glad you are at least doing a little better. I know getting those drains out made a world of difference and hopefully you will get the last one out very soon. Take care and keep us posted on how you are doing.

Good to see you posting, keep your spirts up and everyhting is turning out great.  Love ys and still praying for yu and the family Melissa

Shelia My mom asked me just this morning how you were doing.  I told her that you had not posted anything yet, but I imagined that you would be soon.  Glad to hear that you are getting better.  It will be a slow recovery but little by little, you will get back to your old self...  only looking better! lol

Hang in there...here's wishing you a very speedy recovery....

Shelia, Sounds like you are making baby steps, but baby steps in the right direction!  I hope you continue to improve everyday!  You are still in my prayers, hon! Marilyn

Oh, Sweet Shelia ~ You have been on my mind several times a day - and each thought gives way to a prayer! I'm so glad you're down to one drain - and that the 2 worst ones are now gone. I'm so sorry all the eye stuff is going on - I can only imagine how scary that is. If only I could take it all away... Rest, sweet girl, and take care of YOU! Though we hope like anything to be able to see you at the Lunch Bunch, you do what you need to do for YOU!! Love and prayers! ~ Tara

Glad to hear things are improving, even if slowly. All you can do is take it one day at a time. I hope you will be able to make it to lunch. I'd like to see you without the padding of surgical dressings. I know you are going to be teeny when all the swelling goes down.

Hey there Sweet Girl! Glad to see you posting again.  You are always in my thoughts and prayer. Kisses! Freddie