Ducks in a row...
So, gearing up to 'THE CALL' to start my Opti...surgery date...and suddenly I have found this amazing energy! Redid our household budget, cooked up plenty of healthy meals for the freezer, got our wills done (finally!), worked hard & paid down debt, got all of the home organization done that I have had on the 'must do' list for a year! Also, having some serious worries about conflict with my spouse, who was quite happy with just sitting on his butt and not having to deal with all of these new tasks that come with this new energy. Absolutely amazing how this surgery is soo not just about a number
Ottawa ~Referral Mar 2011~Orientation Aug 2011~Meet w Nurse May 14, 2012~Dietician/Behav/Abdo Ultrasound July 5, 2012~Colonoscopy Aug 8, 2012~Dietician#2 Aug 30, 2012~Endoscopy Nov 9, 2012~Pre-op class Jan 2, 2013~ Meet w Surgeon Jan 8, 2013 ~Start Optifast Feb 15, 2013 ~Pre-Admit. Mar 6, 2013 ~SURGERY March 8, 2013 (RNY/ Dr. Raiche)~Post-op Class/Follow-up appt. April 25, 2013
I didn't have the forewarning on the OptiFast start date, but on the other hand, I'm only doing 16 days of it. Nevertheless, I know what you mean about getting the ducks in a row.
I had reworked my will and powers of attorney this summer, my cupboards and refrigerator reflect the fine dining I'm having with OptiFast right now, and the little bits and pieces are getting organized for my suitcase.
I have my pre-operative assessment at the Civic tomorrow, so that's a separate preparation, i.e. updated medications list, etc.
In the next day or so, I will be doing the grocery shopping for my post-op needs -- small amounts of different things to nourish myself.
Enjoy!
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Day 10 of OptiFast out of 16
One week today to surgery
Referral - March 2011 // Orientation - Ottawa - July 8, 2011 // Surgery - January 23, 2013
So excited for you! Yes, things came pretty quickly at the end for you! Thanks for the feedback (MSG) re: pre-op assessment. I wish you much luck and speedy healing!!
Ottawa ~Referral Mar 2011~Orientation Aug 2011~Meet w Nurse May 14, 2012~Dietician/Behav/Abdo Ultrasound July 5, 2012~Colonoscopy Aug 8, 2012~Dietician#2 Aug 30, 2012~Endoscopy Nov 9, 2012~Pre-op class Jan 2, 2013~ Meet w Surgeon Jan 8, 2013 ~Start Optifast Feb 15, 2013 ~Pre-Admit. Mar 6, 2013 ~SURGERY March 8, 2013 (RNY/ Dr. Raiche)~Post-op Class/Follow-up appt. April 25, 2013