5 days post-op

Lap RNY Tuesday (8/16) & home Friday. I am quite grateful for all the prayers, good wishes and warm thoughts sent my way. I live alone, but am lucky to have my sis here from upstate NY. My very own private duty nurse -- she works ICUs, so I have the best. This has already turned into a learning experience for both of us. We have not been close, but have talked more in the last 48 hours than the last 42 years. Amazing. I never knew this journey could affect so many aspects of my life. I have learned how to ask for help (not my strong suit), and then to let people help me. Oh my. Thanks everyone!!!

Carolyn, it is wonderful that you have your sister with you during your recovery time. This journey is not something anyone should tackle alone. I, too, truly depended on my daughter and husband to help me. I was not completely prepared for how life changing having this surgery can be. I had a very rough time adjusting at first emotionally and physically. I had not counted on the emotional part being as rough as it was for me. Eventually, (Thank God), I began to heal. I am nine weeks out now, and doing much better. I know that you are thankful for the chance to talk with your sister and spend time with her. Sometimes when we get older I think, we are able to open up more and let our guard down. (at least that seems to have happened with me). I pray that you will do well with your recovery. Best of luck to you. Sincerely, LMW

Hi, Hugs, glad your home and doing well. I am so proud of you. Your a great person! Tami

Welcome to the losing side!!! You will continue to learn new things about yourself as you embark on this journey! Keep us posted. Hugs Kelly S

So glad to hear you are doing well. It is amazing, isn't it. I was so surprised to hear from my family and friends how terrified they were for me. No one would tell me this until AFTER the surgery, but it opened up the opportunities to really have in depth conversations with friends/family. It's OK to ask for help. I am with ya girl...it's hard to do, but a necessity right now. Let it happen. Take care of you!! Tami

Carolyn, I'm so glad you are doing well. We all need help from time to time. I'm glad your sister is there to help you. What a blessing to have her there, and that she is a nurse.

I surgery day sister!!!! I hope that you are feeling good today! How are you doing? I think its WONDERFUL that you have your sister to help, she seems really kind- just like you You have to keep me updated....!! I am feeling much better today, I might even go for a walk.......! Talk to you soon!