lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 5, 2015 Good morning well its the morning of my surgery. For months I have been anticipating and wondering how am I going to feel. I'm absolutely NUMB!!! The excitement is in the back of my mind but fear, worry is in front. I'm getting out of bed laughing at myself because I have been so strong and fighting for this day... I'm DOING this no matter what so I'm getting my BUTT in gear. Just needed to get this out my head. Needing your prayers today family, lol!!! Ok wow, I'm feeling better just writing these words. This site has the most amazing energy!!! Thanks for the ear, prayers and encouragement in advanced. I will keep everyone posted! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alyssa0102 24 Posted June 5, 2015 Prayers to you! You will do great! This is the best decision you're making to get that life on track to a healthier, happier you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LISALOVESVEGAS 21 Posted June 5, 2015 Sending positive, supportive, healing thoughts your way. You've got this! Please keep us posted on how it goes. My surgery is scheduled for July 15, so I would love to know any suggestions, etc. you have as you go through this. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 5, 2015 Prayers to you! You will do great! This is the best decision you're making to get that life on track to a healthier, happier you Thanks so much for reminding me why I'm here!!! Feeling so much better once my family woke up we been laughing having a good time all morning! Waiting to go in to prep for surgery!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 5, 2015 Sending positive, supportive, healing thoughts your way. You've got this! Please keep us posted on how it goes. My surgery is scheduled for July 15, so I would love to know any suggestions, etc. you have as you go through this. Good luck! Thank you Lisa... I appreciate your response. I will be Here for you As well. You are right behind me, lol... Just waiting to go into prep for surgery!!! I'm thankful & feeling blessed... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
James Marusek 5,244 Posted June 5, 2015 I will pray for the success of your surgery. After surgery remember to walk, walk, walk. It will help to loosen things up and make the pain go away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 5, 2015 I will pray for the success of your surgery. After surgery remember to walk, walk, walk. It will help to loosen things up and make the pain go away.Thanks James, yes my plan is to do just that. I have very comfortable slippers with grips & wore my walking shoes here. I appreciate all of your prayers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nervous nana 98 Posted June 5, 2015 I sure hope everything went well for you today, sending you prayers, love, support and positive vibes today and the weeks ahead. You'll do great and thank you for allowing us to take this journey with you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarabeth82 14 Posted June 6, 2015 Praying everything went well with your surgery and that recovery is speedy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 6, 2015 @checkmeowt@nervous nana I was very drained yesterday. Could barely keep my eyes open. I'm feeling much better been up walking around. Sitting up in my chair. I have the pain pum next to me, my new best friend... Nothing by mouth. Only cool ice Water sponge in my mouth. Tomorrow i may get liquids. One possible setback in the OR... they had a hard time getting the breathing tube down my throat. They almost couldnt proceed with yhr surgery as I would have been truly brpken... Thanks to a very diligent surgical and anesthesia team. I will continud ro send updates!!! Thanks for your well wishes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nervous nana 98 Posted June 6, 2015 You're on the other side now!! Congratulations!! I hope you continue to heal quickly...welcome to your new healthy life. I can't wait to join you!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 6, 2015 You're on the other side now!! Congratulations!! I hope you continue to heal quickly...welcome to your new healthy life. I can't wait to join you!!! thank full & feeling blessed to be here. The other side is a nice feeling, lol. Come on over, you have my & everyone's here support every step of the way. I am certainly proud of myself and all of us for getting through this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carebear42 82 Posted June 6, 2015 Yay! Congrats on your surgery! How are you feeling? I know my surgery day I was out of it too! I enjoyed the sleep though. How are you doing with gas pain? Now we are on the losers bench! Wahoo! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisaanewme67 123 Posted June 6, 2015 @@carebear42, Yes, yes, yes happy to be on the losers bench... My sleep has been great. The gas has been thankfully mimimm. I felt some lastnight but not too bad. More so weak & dizziness. The nurse gave me some meds in my IV after a nap, I was all good. On Clear Liquids today been enjoying that a lot. Ho we have you been? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites