kareyquilts 1 Posted March 10, 2008 Amy, I've been having my own pity party. Somehow, the flatlands don't seem to be enough for all the pain, boredom and helplessness I've been feeling. Patience is not my strong suit! Have a great vacation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
losingjusme 12 Posted March 10, 2008 karey, i feel ya! i was bored senseless - that's why im back at work 1/2 time. i felt like i was going crazy!! how is your mobility? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kareyquilts 1 Posted March 11, 2008 C- I'm finally able to get up and down without any help. I don't feel too sore really, not sure why I feel as tired as I do. Wish I could go back to work part time, but it's difficult to look professional with 5 drains hanging all over you! Just have to remind myself that I asked for this and it will be good. Right!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
losingjusme 12 Posted March 11, 2008 Karey, of course you asked for this insanity ... we all did! :thumbup::eek::smile: i was literally climbing the walls here, my half day was kinda boring as well, but at least i got to see people :blushing: glad you are up and about more. yesterday was the first day i didnt take a nap, today i took one when i got home ... its a grueling process this surgery ... recovery is going to take awhile. we'll make it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigbaby 4 Posted March 11, 2008 karey..don't worry about working..health is so important--enjoy the rest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
general_antiope 189 Posted March 13, 2008 Amy you are GORGEOUS! I am so proud of your whole journey, and then being brave enough to share! Although I AM going to pick a bone with you about taking a picture of bending over with your skin....great, I never thought to look at my belly like that...and of course I did....and of course I was horrified...OH GOD I WANT PS!! :grouphug: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BuffettPhan 0 Posted March 13, 2008 Amy holy smokes what a huge change. Looks like you are missing a tattoo though are you going to get it replaced? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
icecream 1 Posted March 15, 2008 Hi, I had my hip Lipo, Tummy Tuck & breast lift done on wednesday! I'm still pretty immobile, it hurts getting up so I'm staying down as much as possible. It's hard to tell what everything looks like under the dressings & I'm a little swollen right now, but I can't wait to see my new boobs & flat tummy! Nurseamy you look fabulous! How long was it before you were walking properly? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigbaby 4 Posted March 16, 2008 CONGRATS ice cream--hope you get to feeling better soon. I'm sure you look FIERCE under all of the "stuff" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kareyquilts 1 Posted March 16, 2008 IceCream: Congratulations! You're going to feel 100% better in 2-3 days. I am able to get up and down now quite easily. Why don't you join the Feb/March plastics thread? I'm 10 days out now and I'm walking quite upright and without pain. Just rest and enjoy the fact that you can. Speedy recovery! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nurseamy 2 Posted March 17, 2008 Well,I am back from vacation...not much relaxation:unsure: Here is a couple of pics of my new tummy... To answer PP Thank You for the compliments!!! I am so not a tatoo person and got that one on a drunk night in my early 20's and was VERY glad to see it go..so no more for me any time soon!! I am still trying to stand up straight,it truly feels like I am going to split in two!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
losingjusme 12 Posted March 17, 2008 you look great!! wow ... i still look (and feel) like a tree trunk! hope it was somewhat relaxing ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
She Smiles 2 Posted March 17, 2008 Holy smokes Amy you look FANTASTIC! (looks like your dh got a bit sunburned! ouch!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kacee 3 Posted March 17, 2008 Amy, GREAT pics! You are looking fantastic. I went to Coastal last Thursday and got some Juvederm injections. I can't afford a neck lift or Tummy Tuck right now, but the marrionette (sp?) lines and hollows under my eyes were really bugging me (they also happened to be having a "spring special" Thursday and Friday when I just stopped in!). I'm fairly bruised now, but I think when that goes away I will be very satisfied. They said it would be about 30 days before everything "settles". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kareyquilts 1 Posted March 17, 2008 Amy: Looking great! I'm suppose to go to Puerto Rico with my DH in 3 weeks. I was wondering about the compression garment and a bathing suit, but I guess you just don't worry about it?! Did you have to travel far? I still hurt when bouncing in a car. Did the travel make you swell more? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites