Where have I been? pt1

Feb 12, 2011

Not that anyone has probably noticed (there are so many of us on this site - hard to keep tabs on everyone), but I haven't been on here in a long time. In fact, my last post was in August! Damn, that really is a long time. Lots and lots has happened since then.

On September 27th, I had my RNY surgery at Community South in Indianapolis. My surgeon was Dr. Steven Clark. I remember being so extremely nervous and a touch impatient in the surgery waiting area. When I finally did go back and get into the lovely hopsital gown, the fear crept in 100%. The surgeon's assistant (Julie) came in to help calm my nerves and go over any last minute details. I was given something to prep me for surgery and calm my nerves. Whatever it was, it helped. I don't remember saying bye to my mom or boyfriend. I remember getting into the surgery room and onto the bed. Once I got on the bed I said something (or possibly just thought about) my son. Regardless of my thoughts being out loud or just in my head, I started crying. One of the medical staff told me everything was going to be fine and rubbed my arm.The next time I was awake, I was in my room. My mom was getting ready to leave and my son and boyfriend were there.

I was sore and groggy, but so glad that I made it through and was alive. Oh yeah, I was freaked out about dying on the table. But who isn't when it comes to major surgery?

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Ok, when I sat down to write this tonight, I didn't realize how much ground I had to cover. Myh ass is sore from sitting here from so long. I'll work on this later.

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