Sannah

Amazing job!! You look phenomenal!! Beautiful before and after!!

Hi, Thank you kindly!! . I am SO much better, but still living with the complications of a leak. I was 11 days post op when my leak was found. Best, Sannah

I am a leak survivor. The entire ordeal was miserable and 4 months out I am still coping with the complications of a leak. Most importantly I am feeling human again I thought I would quickly write to you because it's very important to me to share information with you and others. Leaks are crazy to endure physically and mentally. My leak presented as a dull back ache located low back. I had one night of rigor and sweats. This important because I was/am in tune with my body. I knew something wasn't right. My best advice is for you to listen to your body (always!). You know your body best!! I went in to the dr and was told there was NO WAY I had a leak I looked TOO HEALTHY!!! But the surgeon did blood work and a ct scan and I had a leak!! I was not notified of my leak. I was walking the hospital floor to kill time while I waited to hear back that I didn't have a leak, when a bed rolled up to take me into surgery for my leak. If I can share anything it's listen to your body and what you feel. Your friends and family love you and want you around! Always better safe than sorry. I am wishing you wellness!! May your journey be smooth and uneventful unlike mine. Best, Sannah

Hey NewKristen!! I hope your doing well!!

The funny part is everyone says two!! I was asking my friends who don't have kids how many they want. Every time they come over they inquire about all our baby stuff. Apparently they are going to try. Anyhow they said they want two kids for REPLACEMENT VALUE!! Haha when they die, they need to know that two smart people are replacing them. Lol!!! Two seems to be average!!! Not sure about it! I guess I freak out because we were naturally pregnant with triplets when Venla was born. I don't know how I could handle twins or triplets if we tried for a second, and received more. Could you imagine? Talk about hair loss and sleepless nights!!!! Shrugs.

Haha!! You ladies are so funny!! I can't believe you took her door off!! So funny, but doesn't sound like fun!! Oh man!!! It's rough being a Mama. You two are showing me what may come ( or is coming). Yikes!! Maybe having one is a good idea. We've been trying to decide if we want more kids. How do you figure this out!?! Do your kids keep tidy?! I am a huge freak a out cleanliness. I have to have things done and in order. All horizontal surfaces need to be free and clear. Are things better Laura?!

Shoot. I am clearly not a thinker this AM!! I posted my reply and see that your post is from Feb 12th haha. So how's it going?

I downloaded it this am!!! Going to go but workout pants that fit and get my rear in gear!!! Did you start today? Best, Sannah

Laura, Tofu, penis's and depression oh my!! What a day of conversation!! Haha!!! It's actually really hilarious!!! Then too too it off your son wants a gf!!! Holy smokes!! What in the world?! I didn't realize that kids date so young!! When did this start!?! Yikes!! Are you ready!? I am shocked, probably not as much as you!! More love!?! Kiddos!!! What an eventful time!! Did you go get water at the fish store!!! Haha!!! Best, Sannah

No need to apologize. I am not upset, but don't agree with all of the statements. I wish it were all easier. I can see how this might be easier for someone who has not endured months of health complications. I have learned a lot of things aren't easy. Like my dr said think about it. My personal health coach is ringing me tomorrow. I will talk to her about all this. I don't know what to do. Feel pretty stuck; a rock and a hard place. I am sure I will figure out what is best soon. It's only a matter of time right?! Thank you for supporting me through all this. Best, Sannah

Hey Laura, Yes, such is life!! Absolutely!! He said I will feel miserable for a week or two. But he also said given what I have been through there is no guarantee that I will feel better right now. Sometimes when the body has experienced so much trauma the nerve fibers can get agitated or even develop scar tissue. He says this takes months to a year to heal. So, who knows. I don't know. I will talk to my health coach tomorrow and see what her thoughts are as well. Sounds like its just not that clear. Any news in your end? Best, Sannah

Hello All!!! The urologist was a very nice guy. So there is a 50% chance that I can successfully pass the one stone that is of concern. It's 5.5mm It's a papillary stone and blocking urine flow. The other stones he said will pass on there own, but will be painful. He explained the surgery and said I should think about it. I am supposed to call him and let him know. It was a good appointment. glad to have options, but now need to think!! Best, Sannah

Holy moly!! I totally didn't see the photo!!! I LOVE It!!!! Your tank is so great!!! thanks for posting a photo!!! I have loved tanks since a kid!! Not sure how long the. Esophageal spasm will last!! It's believed to be from the two stents that I had. I am going to ask more questions web I see the dr again. Sometimes they can fix it permanently with surgery. But hopefully mine will relax and mellow out!! The leak has caused tons of problem!! A classic car, like you said!!!

Hey Laura, Your tanks sound great!! How long have you had them? They sound like a lot of work!!! The personal health coach is a new concept to me too! I wish I had known about this and her a lot sooner.She is a great lady, we talked a bit over an hour this evening about what I have been through and what I am currently enduring. She is here to support me, gather resources for me, make sure all my doctors are communicating, and to help me with any goals ( make and set) i have. We talk as often as I want or need. She kind of guides me along in the process. She advocates for my health; physical and mental. She answers question I have about my care and it's really nice. I look forward to chatting with her Friday about my appointment with the urologist. Emily is covered by our insurance. I have never heard of this, but the counselor I see has. I also have not endured this much in such a short period of time. I won't overdue the physical activity I am looking forward to doing the strength training the physical therapist have me. I also want to do some arm weights!! Bingo wing prevention!!! I feel so terrible. At the moment I can not recall what else your message said and what else I wanted to type!! ???? My brain is so tired. sleep good tonight!! Have fun at the fish store!! ???? Best, Sannah

L: Dec 2012 R: March 2013