Frangipani & TexasBecky get Reconstructed

[Frangipani 1]

Hi Ladies!

I'm here, but I am not my usual energetic self and haven't been spending much time online. Between the wound and the Wound Vac, I have definitely met my match.

I've been spending lots of time resting, sleeping and staying off this wound as much as possible. I have also been fatigued, and have have some Fluid issues on one side of my butt. As a result the Dr. has had to go in with a huge needle and drain fluid (not fun). So between that and the numerous dressing changes for the Wound Vac, my life has pretty much been about Dr. appointments and frequent naps.

The good news is that the Vac seems to be working remarkably well and quickly, and the Dr. is very pleased with the progress.

He also told me that he doesn't think my post-op activity had anything to do with this wound falling apart. He's pretty sure that my wound problem is mostly the result of my body rejecting the sutures. I did have wound problems when I had my TT, but it was such that the Dr. was able to go back in and stitch it up. He told me that the problem is more severe this time because far many more sutures are used for the backside and thighs -- and hence there's a whole lot more for my body not to like. :cool2:

Frangi, Just checking in on you, hope all is going well.

Hi Kelly!

Thanks for checking on me!!! Your date is coming up quick -- I'm excited for you!!!

Frangi: Glad the doc reassured you and that you are now familar with another device! LOL! My absolute favorite TV series is Monk and you can get all the years on DVD. I imagine Blockbusters has it. I have never watched 24 and I'm going to watch about 3 years worth while I recover! I'm coming down with a head cold. Does anyone have any suggestions for how to nip it in the bud? I'm a little over 2 weeks out for my surgery. This is not good. I spent the last 2 days at a friends cabin with 9 other ladies and we stayed up to about 2 am both nights. I'm not a late night person and I'm sure I brought this on myself. I'm starting Emergen-C today and Zicam. Does any one have any other ideas? I'm wondering if I should call and get a Z pack? The glands in my neck are swollen.

Frangi: What's happening? Wondering if you like the size of your bottom now that you're use to it?

Hi Karey!

Are you feeling better now? I use Zicam and it usually works very well for me.

Thanks for the DVD recommendation, I plan on checking this out in the next few days.

I like the shape of my bottom quite a bit, but because of this wound problem my metabolism has kicked into high gear and I've lost more weight. As a result I feel like I'm losing some ground with the buttocks augmentation. I'm down to a size 4 and really would like to remain a size 6. That said, I still struggle with the concept of putting on any pounds that I've lost. What a bizarre problem to have -- I've never worried about being too thin!!!

However, I plan to sort this all out once I move past this wound problem. For right now, I'm just focusing on eating healthy and well and am not going to get too caught up with the scale. So long story short -- I love the shape, but hope to put a few more pounds back on to retain the curvaceous look I was enjoying for a time.

Hi Ladies,

We haven't heard from you in awhile. What's new? Hope all is well!

Hi Jody! Yes, all is well! :thumbup::laugh: How are you doing?

[kareyquilts 1]

Frangi: Glad to hear from you. I guess you're getting to know Miami better than you would have liked to?! Sorry for all the problems, but glad that they can help you with it. I'm getting very nervous/excited about my surgery. I had a discussion with the doctor yesterday about the size of my butt. Seems it will be round at the top, but maybe still a little flat at the bottom. I guess we'll see. Glad I trust my doctor. Take care of yourself, cutie. It will all be better soon!

[LadyBugRed 2]

Frangi,

Glad to hear the vac is working for you. Wound care takes time. You'll do great!! I am partying with the girls as we speak tonight. We are all joining Weight Watchers tomorrow so tonight is party time. No food involved if you get my hint!! :thumbup::tongue:

I went into Coyote Ugly in the New York New York casino when we were in Vegas. I was a bit shy. Unlike me...but next year....LOOK OUT!! I want to be there right there with the girls dancing!!:biggrin::biggrin:

That is my BIG regret of Vegas, not going into Coyote Ugly....Wait until next year folks!!:w00t:

Well, the hip hop is calling on my patio and the girls are dancing so I will talk more later!! :thumbup:

[cori in wa 0]

Hi Frangi

So glad you are taking good care of yourself. Great news that the doc is happy with the healing and that he's released the guilt you were surely feeling about the problems being "your fault".

I agree totally.... a size 6 is plenty small!!!!! And curves are a very good thing. It's funny how folks see others. I get told almost daily, and sometimes several times a day (I work in a large ER with lots of employees) that I look great and I don't need to lose any more weight. I'm 5'8, 170 and STILL OVERWEIGHT!!!! Sure, my 12's are loose and I absolutely look much better than I did when I wore a snug 18, but perception is a funny thing. I wonder if these folks hadn't known me when I was much larger if they'd say the same thing... that I don't need to lose more. I'm still hoping for a loose 10 (I can get into a 10, but I hate tight clothes and won't wear them) when all is said and done, so we'll see. Then again, when I do get my TT a lot of skin should go away and then maybe clothes will fit differently.

Anyway, I'm rambling. Please continue to rest and heal and take care of yourself. It will end soon and be oh so worth the hassle!!!

[luluc 6]

hey frangi - just in catch up mode on what you have been going thru... and my heartfelt wish your wounds heal quickly.

hugs your way - lulu

[LadyBugRed 2]

Happy Belated Birthday Frangi!! :tt2::thumbup:

Hope you are feeling better. Are you home?

[LadyBugRed 2]

Everyone,

It is with regret that inform you that Becky's Mom passed away last Saturday. Please keep her family in your prayers.

Frangi - of course she is thinking of you and hoping you are healing in Miami.

[kareyquilts 1]

Becky: So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I was afraid that things weren't going well when we didn't hear from you. I will keep your family in my prayers and thoughts.

[Shalee04 7]

Becky, sending you thoughts and prayers during this time.

[cori in wa 0]

I'm so sorry to learn of your loss Becky. My heart goes out to you and yours!

[Frangipani 1]

Oh Becky,

I've been having Internet problems here at the hotel and have been offline for the past few days. I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Big hugs to you...........

[renewedhope 4]

Frangi, So glad you are doing better.

[Frangipani 1]

Hi Ladies,

Still in Miami, but things are improving. I'm amazed at the Wound Vac. It is a hassle, but very effective.

That said, wound healing is still a very sloooooow process and requires a lot of patience -- something I don't have..............

Frangi: Glad to hear from you. I guess you're getting to know Miami better than you would have liked to?! Sorry for all the problems, but glad that they can help you with it. I'm getting very nervous/excited about my surgery. I had a discussion with the doctor yesterday about the size of my butt. Seems it will be round at the top, but maybe still a little flat at the bottom. I guess we'll see. Glad I trust my doctor. Take care of yourself, cutie. It will all be better soon!

Hi Karey,

Thanks! :smile::smile::smile:

As I told you in your thread, I'm very happy with my results and I'm sure you will be too!!!! Go for it girl!!!!

Frangi,

Glad to hear the vac is working for you. Wound care takes time. You'll do great!! I am partying with the girls as we speak tonight. We are all joining Weight Watchers tomorrow so tonight is party time. No food involved if you get my hint!! :Banane27::tongue:

I went into Coyote Ugly in the New York New York casino when we were in Vegas. I was a bit shy. Unlike me...but next year....LOOK OUT!! I want to be there right there with the girls dancing!!:Banane53::biggrin:

That is my BIG regret of Vegas, not going into Coyote Ugly....Wait until next year folks!!:thumbup:

Well, the hip hop is calling on my patio and the girls are dancing so I will talk more later!! :Banane27::smile2:

Hey Jody,

Based on the date of this post, you had a big party on my birthday! I'm glad someone was partying on my birthday because I sure wasn't!!!

My birthday consisted of having a needle the size of an oil-drill bit inserted in my backside to drain Fluid -- fun, fun, fun!!!!

Good news is that the Fluid is all gone now and I don't need to have that done any more!!!!

Hi Frangi

So glad you are taking good care of yourself. Great news that the doc is happy with the healing and that he's released the guilt you were surely feeling about the problems being "your fault".

I agree totally.... a size 6 is plenty small!!!!! And curves are a very good thing. It's funny how folks see others. I get told almost daily, and sometimes several times a day (I work in a large ER with lots of employees) that I look great and I don't need to lose any more weight. I'm 5'8, 170 and STILL OVERWEIGHT!!!! Sure, my 12's are loose and I absolutely look much better than I did when I wore a snug 18, but perception is a funny thing. I wonder if these folks hadn't known me when I was much larger if they'd say the same thing... that I don't need to lose more. I'm still hoping for a loose 10 (I can get into a 10, but I hate tight clothes and won't wear them) when all is said and done, so we'll see. Then again, when I do get my TT a lot of skin should go away and then maybe clothes will fit differently.

Anyway, I'm rambling. Please continue to rest and heal and take care of yourself. It will end soon and be oh so worth the hassle!!!

Hi Cori :smile::smile::smile:!

Thanks for the well wishes -- and I enjoy your rambles! I'm sure you look smokin' hot at size 12. I was very happy with size 12 and am pretty sure that had I stayed there, I would have been perfectly satisfied with that, even at my petite 5'4". Size 12 is a great for someone tall like you.

hey frangi - just in catch up mode on what you have been going thru... and my heartfelt wish your wounds heal quickly.

hugs your way - lulu

Thanks LuLu!!!! I can't wait to get back to the exercise board to join you guys!!!! How is everything with you?

Happy Belated Birthday Frangi!! :hurray::party::laugh:

Hope you are feeling better. Are you home?

Thanks Jody!!!!! I'm still in Miami and don't have a firm date to return home yet -- probably in the next week or so.

Frangi, So glad you are doing better.

Hi Renewed -- thanks!!! How is everything with you?

[Shalee04 7]

Happy Belated Birthday Frangni, I totally missed it sorry.

Glad to hear the wound vac is doing it's job. How is everything else going?

So does J-Lo have to look out for her new competition? :-)

[KarenG. 0]

Frangi - good to hear from you. Wishing you a quick recovery and a speedy trip home... .and that your house isn't a wreck!