Monday at Mom's

Well Jon and I enjoyed our time at home, but we came back to mom's last night. Now I'm enjoying a relaxing day with the pooches, watching TV which by the way- day time TV is horrible.

Yesterday I didn't have to take any pain medication until night, and today's starting off well too. I'm taking it really easy, so I haven't needed anything. It's not even two weeks after surgery, so this feels like a big accomplishment. :)

First Time Home

Jon and I have only been home for a few hours, but it's a great feeling. Our plan is to stay here until tomorrow evening. I don't know if they trust me or that I trust me enough to be at home this early. I've only been out of the hospital 1 week and mom thinks I should have another week of pampering before returning home to a large list of things that I'll want to do. :)

Alright, well I'm going to enjoy my home for the next 24 hours. Later!

Finally Friday

I know it might not seem fair for me to say that this has been a long week, but when you're not feeling 100% it makes everything longer. Not to mention that my family members have all been back to work and caring for me at the same time. I'd like to think that I'm back to being independent, but that's the furthest thing from the truth. I can do simple things like get in and out of bed alone, but it's a lot more work then it used to be. I am appreciating this weeks little triumphs: showering, staples being removed, attempting to cook dinner, taking less pain medications, and reconciling our check book.

Jon and I are going to be going home tomorrow morning and staying until Sunday night. We're going to evaluate Sunday night whether or not I still need to spend next week at mom's.

I'll let everyone know tomorrow how wonderful it is to be home... sleeping in my own bed!

Today's appointment

It was a rather quick appointment, but Dr. Medwell's always to the point and quick... so I'll try to be as well:

• He told me that this was the end of our relationship and I should never have to see him again (Mom joked it's best to have a quick break up) I agree lol
• My staples were removed
• I can't lift anything over 10 lbs or work for 6 weeks from surgery (Freedom day=Sept. 28th)
• I can eat what I please... I'll probably stay away from popcorn, just to be safe
  
• Most exciting for Jon and I.... we have no restrictions as to when we can start a family. This is not a hint that it will be trying immediately; we still have plenty of things we're enjoying as a couple first.

I'm so excited to finally start living again with no more restrictions! The prayers and love everyone has extended is amazing and I couldn't have gone through this alone or without the grace of God.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.


PS. Paco joined us at mom's this evening. Jon picked him up from Vayver's on his way home. I'm so thankful for her being so wonderful and willing to take on an energetic puppy for two full weeks! Thank you Valann!

Busy Day

The day started when mom woke me up and moved me to the couch... It was too early for me to know what time it was, but Jon had left for work so it was after 6. I slept until 9:30 and then had breakfast... I didn't eat breakfast prior to surgery, but I have to now to take me medicine. Frosted Mini-Wheats are becoming my favorite. I watched an episode of Closer that I recorded on the DVR from Monday. Towards the end of the show Jeannette and Angie came with 2 cards, a wonderful gift for a massage, and a plant.

They stayed for a while as we caught up on work, my progress, and some of the fun going on in their lives.

My Grandma and Grandpa Bailey came with Kayla in tow a few hours later. It was great seeing both of them. Grandma visited while I was in the hospital, but Grandpa wasn't up to with his health, so it was neat seeing both of them today.

An hour or so after Chanda, Chloe, and Alisa came to visit. While they were here my buddy Tom stopped in and gave me a CD he's been recording (he has a great voice) and he met Jon for the first time.

I attempted to make dinner in hopes of thanking Mom and Mark for all that they've been doing, but Jon had to finish for me because apparently I had overdone it today. I do great all day, but toward the evening I start running on empty.

Tomorrow is my one week follow up with Dr. Medwell. I get my staples removed tomorrow and learn more about what his expectations are for me with my recovery ie when I can start driving again, being back at our home, and returning to work. I'll be sure to update tomorrow early afternoon when I get back home from my appointment.

Thank you for every one's thoughtfulness: texts, emails, cards, flowers, love, and prayers... They make a world of difference.

Recovering at Mom's

Well Jon and I are staying this week at mom's. We don't know the exact day that I'll be be feeling up to being back at our home. Saturday was a rough day all around. The nausea hung around a while and I didn't have energy at all, but mom took great care of me. Jon did too when he got here after working all day.

Yesterday was a huge day... I showered and shaved. BIG accomplishment! I hung out on the couch and stayed awake for an entire movie with Jon and Nate. I was very exhausted by 2pm, but I was in too much pain to sleep. Mom intervened and made me go to bed. I feel like I'm a little kid and I don't want to miss anything by being in bed. But I finally took a nap from 4 until 7 last night.

The hardest part now is learning what I can do and what I can't. I don't like being dependent on everyone else, and I feel guilty always asking for help. But the smallest things like going up and down the stairs are exhausting and cause pain if I don't take my time. So it's baby steps for the next few weeks.

I'm going to take a nap before my sister comes with my niece and nephew to visit. I'll try to update tonight.

Being Discharged

So I'm breaking out of this place in less then an hour. I'm having really bad heartburn and nausea this morning, which is just the pits. My rounding doctor said it's something I can work through at home and not something that's keep me stuck here. I'm looking forward to sleeping in a normal bed, lots of TV channels (3-13 are horrible), and being able to sleep.

My Neer Grandparents sent me beautiful flowers this morning and I'm in my own clothes... Two good highlights to the day!

I'll be updating everyone once I'm settled at moms.

XOXOXO