Heather K.

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Heather K. 22 years, 11 months ago

LONG POST. Hellllllllllllo all!!!! It's already been quite a journey, and it's just beginning! I am very happy to be on the "other-side", but I have to admit, I wouldn't mind giving up the incision pain, 6 little ones :) Here's my update: Have access to a computer at long last. Stupid laptop didn't work, forgot I had removed the dial-up adapter because it was causing issues with my network connection *bleh* Anyway. My stay at the hospital was almost exactly 2.5 days, I had one bad afternoon, where a nurse stuck a suppository up the wrong hole, and they switched me to darvocet (USELESS) I was in massive pain, very itchy, and miserable, but other than that, it went really smoothly. Oh, yeah, and the fact that they couldn't get an iv in (after 5 tries by nurses, and 2 by the anesthesiologist) they finally decided to put a central line in the jugular in my neck. That way I wouldn't have to worry about the veins blowing, or anything like that, but man, they put that 10cm catheter in while you're awake, and have full sensation... OWWWEEEEEE!!! Other than those two things it's been pretty nice. My back hurts sitting here writing, I'm in a public library in Fresno, and their chairs are not bariatric friendly *lol*. There, I lowered it so at least I don't have to roll my shoulders to type anymore. Let's see, it's Monday, so 7th day of surgery/recovery, I'm walking around, Mom's driving me around, so I must say, I guess things are going pretty well. I met a couple dynamic women in my pre-op session, and then Cathy was one of them, she had surgery at the same hospital, and stayed at the same hotel, but I think she gets to go home today, if her post-op appointment goes well. Headbands have become my best friends. After I had to get CT scans (cat) done on Friday during that really bad afternoon, my arms and shoulders were really sore, because I had to hold my arms above my head for most of an hour. They're still pretty sore and stiff, so doing my hair is not really on my "woo hoo" list. However, sugar free popsicles and fudgesicles are!!! Woo Hoo!!! I seriously cannot tell you how good the simple things in life taste after going liquids only. Chicken broth has become one of my favorite things on the planet. I added fudgesicles to my diet this morning, tried one bite every 5 minutes just to make sure I could tolerate them. Oh it was sooooo good. I guess not having extravagent food all the time is really making me appreciate the more subtle tastes in basic foods. Still kinda crave yummy things when I smell them, wish I could have just one taste, to satisfy the craving, but I know better. *lol* I did ask my mother if I could lick the flavoring left overs out of the bottom of her bag of chips... not left over pieces or anything, just the little bit of powder that accumulates ya know? She'd already eaten it *growl* That's ok though. I've been up and moving around as much as possible, and I'm sure that's helping my recovery. Like every new post-op, every new bad sensation makes me wonder if I've sprung a leak, but after all, the CT scans (all flippin three of them) came back clean. Well, back is really starting to get sore, and I want to check a couple things before I sign off (silly library closes at noon). I'll talk to you all soon, and thanks to everyone for your support. It really means alot to me that the ONLY person to even question my decision was the nurse who asked if I wanted to go through with it when they were putting the central line in... timing!! If I was going to falter in my decision it would have been then, but I didn't. So, hope to see or talk to you all real soon. Love to all Heather

connie m 22 years, 11 months ago

Good luck Heather, it is the best gift you'll ever give yourself!

Laura L. 22 years, 11 months ago

Heather, best wishes for an uneventful surgery and quick recovery!!!

maxsprague 22 years, 11 months ago

I wish you all the best. Stay strong and keep your faith. Enjoy your day and try to sleep tonight. Remember,What God brings you to,He will bring you through!

TexFlutterby 22 years, 11 months ago

Heather~~~Here's to you for taking the best steps you can to a super new & healthy life. {"I HAVE HEARD YOUR PRAYERS, I HAVE SEEN YOUR TEARS. SURELY, I WILL HEAL YOU." 2 KINGS 20:5} I pray our Lord and His angels be with you as you go through your surgery and recovery. May our Lord be with your surgeon and his staff, guiding their hands and minds during your surgery and recovery. {JESUS SAID, "I AM HERE. DON'T BE AFRAID." JOHN 6:20} Congratulations on your upcoming weight loss! :o) "Don't ever save anything for a special occasion. Every day you're alive is a special occasion." I will be joining you on the "losing side" this fall. {"I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST, WHO STRENGTHENS ME." PHILIPPIANS 4:13} Prayers & Best Wishes, Janie

susan T. 22 years, 11 months ago

Heather wayyyy to go my buddie . I hope you will soon be feeling AWESOME and start to live on the other side. Iwill be and have been praying for ya. Keep in touch (((huggs))) Susan

Min W. 22 years, 11 months ago

Hi Heather, good luck!! I will be calling to check on you. Take good care, your in GREAT! hands. Hugs, Min

jackie_h1 22 years, 11 months ago

Heather~ Hello from Michigan!! Congratulations on your upcoming surgery. I wish you the BEST and my thoughts and prayers are with you as you make this life change. Hope you have a wonderful surgical experience and speedy complication free recovery! Your soon to be a BIG LOSER!! Hugs and Blessing from a WLS sister~

Melanie D. 22 years, 11 months ago

Hi Heather, Whooo Hoooo!!! Less then 3 days to go!!! Best wishes with your surgery. I will be having mine on the same date. Meet you on the "other" side. God Bless. Melanie

Teresa A. 22 years, 11 months ago

Heather, I wish you all the best with your upcoming surgery and pray that the Lord will continue to bless you and keep you in his loving care. I know God will be with you to see you safely over to the "losing" side. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.