Guillermo Alvarez M.D. We came to Memphis from Norfolk, had 4minutes to catch our connecting to SAN. Flight was fine, we then went with Rosy to Eagle Pass--I slept mostly in the car. We went to Modernos (home of the original nachos) and had my last meal. Ididn't like it so much, but it was a nice restuarant and it all was very authentic. My DH loved it. I said goodbye to diet coke then and there.
Later, at the hotel, I got a bit emotional and scared. This is such a life changing event, and if you're reading this, you get it. Took a bath, shaved my legs, went and had a wonderful sleep in a wonderful bed.
Woke up refreshed and ready. Rosy picked us up (sleeve sister Karen also) and went to DR. A's office. The town isn't what we're used to in terms of cleanliness and infastructure, but as long as you know that going in, you'll be okay.
Dr. Alvarez is very warm and bright. I immediately felt at ease when I met him. We went for Xrays, and blood work...now, the hospital is very old. It surprised my sleeve sister. I had seen pictures, so I wasn't as surprised. BUt my husband was taken aback by it. Our room is small, but very nice, it smells funny--so bring a tiny candle or a stick up. I've been in here for about 2 hours, and the smell is going away, so -its fine.
I'm just waiting for surgery...
I know I'll do great.
I'll update as soon as i can.
One day out of surgery. It was tough waking up. The pain hit me hard. It hits people very differently, hit me quite hard. The pain meds didn't make much of a difference, but later that night dr. A brought me some good pain meds and something to help me sleep. That was just what I needed. I wished for more of that.
I've been walking a lot, which helps...and feeling a little better. My legs are weak, and I feel weak all over, so we'll see how my first week goes.
As far as Dr. A and his staff, they are great!!!!!!!!!!
Oh wow, you are
probably out of
surgery and
recovering right now
and getting much
needed rest. I am
so happy for you and
wish I were there
too. I know you
had so many mixed
emotions, but that's
very natural. I
hope we hear from
you tomorrow or soon
letting us know you
are doing
fantastic!!
Kelly
I picked my kids up today at my MIL's house, I told her i was getting excited and scared about my upcoming surgery (the 12th!)...She replied with, "We actually don't think you should do it"..
What the heck? Is this support? Doesn't feel like it!
I'm so mad right now.
I KNOW I'm doing what's right. What a bad day.
2 Comment(s)
Comment by Free2BMeForLife on Jun 04, 2008 at 07:25pm
Everyone will put in there 2 cents. Just remember you did the research , you made the choice, its your body, and its what you want. Isn't that what really matters. Good luck to you ands stay Positive
Anngie
Comment by salinasyaya on Jun 10, 2008 at 04:31pm
AH!! I'm sorry. You were probably on a high with nerves and excitement and then they have to shoot you down like that. I'm sorry but u can't please everyone, start with yourself and don't think about it to much.
Anngie