Jane Wurzel

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Naes Wls J. 20 years, 8 months ago

<b>I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY~*~ I said a prayer for you today And know God must have heard- I felt the answer in my heart Although He spoke no word I didn't ask for wealth or fame, I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures Of a far more lasting kind, I asked that He'd be near you At the start of each new day, To grant you health and blessings And friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, But it was for His loving care I prayed the most of all. (unknown author) FROM MY HEART TO YOU~*~Hugs~*~</B>

edith in florida 21 years ago

Hi Jane, It sounds like you are really doing wonderful. I am so proud of you, it take a great deal of courage to do what u did. You are an inspiration to the rest of us. Get some rest,plenty of liquids ,protein and give yourself a pat on the back when u can. Hugs, prayers & blessings.

Karen Wyatt 21 years ago

WOW!!! Thank you Jane for all of your great details and sharing your experiance with us all... you get some rest and take care... :)

Jane Wurzel 21 years ago

I had surgery on May 9 - 1 week ago. Had an abdominoplasty and brachioplasty (arms and tummy tuck). I am having some limitation in my ability to type so bear with me. I wanted to write this so you would have an idea how it is while I am still in the midst of the recovery. Time changes our memories of how things really are so now is best to record the feelings. After losing the 100#, I became so unhappy about the way my arms ook. Even with a shortsleeve top, there is loose skin that hangs down to my elbow and a lots of wrinkling of the skin on both arms and abdomen. There is an apron on the abdomen but can't say it causes physical problems, only makes me shudder at how ugly it looks. Someone said once, that after the bypass people get old and wrinkled. Our nurse practioner said "No it isn't true." I know now she was just being supportive, but thee are many wrinkles that show up as the fat leaves the sken and then skin only partially regains it's shape. At 63 I have less elasticity and it just doesn't happen. I did all the exercise, so don't say that is the problem. Now the good news is it didn't affect my face. I have very little wrinkle there and the double chin resolved with out drooping. Sso, I decided before I can wear summer tops, I want the arms reduced and while doing it may as well fix the tummy too. My abdomen looks pretty flat with clothes on and others could not see the excess sin so it wasn't as high a prioity s the arms. The cost of the whole procedure: Arms alone - $4000 arms and tummy tuck - $10,000 Talk about sticker shock! I want it bad enough to sacrifice a significant portion of my retirement savings and go thru the pain of the surgery. I struggle with the issue of vanity. people think why would I care at this age? Well, My mind is still 21 even though my body has aged. I want to feel and look good just as much now as I did then. I have the same desires and dreams except age has limited me and I hope have a more mature outlook about what is reality. I am not looking for a male relationship. If God were to put that special man right in front of me, I guess I would consider it but that is not a driving force. I am quite content with being single and independent. It is about being the best that I can be. Can you understand that? Some of you will and then you will appreciate what I am writing. The rest of you may find out in time. When preparing for surgery, I only told a few select people because I knew they would disapprove. I did tell others just before surgery. Most were respectful enough not to comment but I sensed the disapproval from many. I think only those who have been thru such a drastic weight loss can appreciate this choice. I woke up last Friday with a fog of pain and narcs for 2 days. I was to go home in the Am but there was no way. There were 6 drains connected to plastic bottles needing to be emptied twice a day. I live alone and there was one under each painful arm, one on each rib cage, one on each hip. I couldn't move and to think of emptying them with the pain and limited motion was not possible. I stayed and extra day in the hospital and even the following day at discharge could do nothing for myself except go to the bathroom. I walk bent over and arms against my sides, no strength for gripping anything. This typing is killing me. My fingers keep going numb and the arms hurt but I want to journal this before I forget. I have a nurse friend who stayed with me for 24 hours and then some other friends took turns for the next day. I couldn't have made it without that support. You can't comb hair, fix a meal, reach into the freezer or cupboards, adjust the foot of a recliner, lie flat, get washed, etc. It is surprising how quickly the arms do improve and in 2 days at home, I could do simple tasks as long as the items are left out on a counter. I even fixed my hair after someone else washed it with great difficulty. Made me happy. I can use the recliner independently on day 4. I have a bed with headrest and feet that mmoves electronically. I don't know how I would be able to sleep without it. The bed has been the greatest assest toward independence. I am sleeping very well with the pain meds. I take Roxicodone Intensol because it is concentrated drops and absorbs very fast with the bypass. The pills have questionalbe. absorption so this works well and hits me within 15 min. I still need it but not so often. At first I took 10 mg every 4 hours and was miserable after 3 hours. Now take it twice at night and twice during the day with Tylenol in between. I am going to begin Darvocet during the day so I can get off the day dosing. I can now fix simple meals but diuring the past week needed to have meals brought in every other day. The leftovers took care of the other meals. I live in a condo so there are people in the building who are willing to come in and put things in microwave or do a simle task when needed. My drains all came out yesterday. It didn't hurt as bad as I expected. such relief it is out. This is hurting too much so willl have to stop. I just want to mention, the tummy is very flat and nice and the arms look good even with all the swelling and bruising. I am glad I did it but sure don't like the recovery process. Just remember, it all will pass. I have lots of support from friends. That is so important. Will post in a few days to keep you up on how this really feels. I also have a problem with shooting nerve pain in right hand. That is scary but willl likely go away with patience. It just developed yesterday and could be related to using the recliner handle. I am going to quit for a couple days to see if it helps.

Karen N. 21 years, 2 months ago

CONGRATULATIONS!! Welcome to the Century Club. I applaud your hard woork and wish you continued success as you strive toward your goals.

Ginny K 21 years, 5 months ago

Jane, Congratulations on the accomplishments of this past year!

kylakae 21 years, 5 months ago

<table border="0" width="100%"><tr> <td width="15%"><center><IMG SRC="http://www.dwarfworks.com/kyla/pictures/angels/anglegarl2.gif" width="225" height="175"></center></td><td width="85%" valign="middle"><b><font face="Lucida Sans" color="#E82428">Happy re-Birthday! It was great to see an update from you and to hear that you are doing so well! Congratulations on all your triumphs! I hope that you continue to be blessed by this surgery and that you are feeling great. May this next year be your best ever!!</font></b></td> </tr></table>

Jane Wurzel 21 years, 5 months ago

I am 1 year postop today and reached goal of 135# about a month ago. I feel fantastic and have a whole new exciting life. I updated my profile if you are interested. Blessings to all you beginning the journey. It is worth anything you have to go thru to make it happen. Don't be afraid.

kylakae 21 years, 9 months ago

Well said, Jane! You did a really nice job of putting things into perspective and making the post op depression understandable. Thanks!

kylakae 22 years ago

Jane, congratulations on your awesome weight loss! You are doing just terrific! Keep up the good work.