I wasn't aware how much time had passed since I've updated. I haven't even been aware of just how much time has passed at all! I guess post-op and pain meds can do that to a person. So prepare for a long post...
Most important thing 1st - Pathology report is ALL clear! No signs of cancer!!! Yay! Hooray! Thank God! Yippee!!! :0)
Breaking free of the hospital - I was released from the hospital last Tuesday. They truly did take such good care of me there but once I was weaned off the morphine, out the door I was booted and boy was I thankful! I've been sleeping well, taking all my meds on a regular schedule and otherwise am being treated very lovingly by my at home team. Thanks Mom, Dad & Will!!!
On the Mend - I am continuing to heal well. Everyday truly does make such a difference. I am in less pain and have just been able to reduce the Vicodin and rely more on the Motrin. With that said, I am more alert and mobile. Now is the really tough part - not to forget that I can not use my left arm at all and that I am not allowed to pick up more than 5 pounds. Easier to do while you are sleeping the better portion of the day.
Next Steps - I still have 2 of the initial 4 drains left. Both are in my abdomen and I can feel that at least 1 of them is running through my stomach muscle (or lack thereof!). 1 was removed before my discharge and the 2nd chest drain was removed last week at follow up. These remaining 2 may just end up coming out this week, prior to my next scheduled appoint which is on the 2nd of September. I am on convalescent leave (military time to heal) and will be until the 14th of September.
Visitors - Visitors are welcome. I've remained pretty housebound but am hoping that will decrease as does the pain and need for Vicodin every 6 hours. I do get out to walk but leave walking Honey to Will & my dad. ;0)
Livestrong Challenge - Will, Kendra & Aaron participated in the Livestrong Challenge in Philadelphia on Sunday in my honor. They each cycled 70 miles, much of it through oppressive heat and hilly terrain. I am SO proud of them!!! Congrats and thank you VERY much! The Livestrong Foundation, founded by Lance Armstrong, does an enormous amount to support cancer survivors & family members as well as bringing the need for a cure before our nation's leaders. It is an awesome organization. Check it out if you get a chance.
That just about wraps it up!
Ta-Ta for now!
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