Two months down

It's been two months since I came home from the hospital. When I saw the doctor this week, I was frustrated that I wasn't getting well more quickly. He said that the fastest anyone really comes through a Wipple procedure (the operation I had) is two months and that's when they went in strong. He reminded me that I went into surgery in an emergency situation where I was dehydrated and vomiting and that my immune system was very low. Of course, I didn't remember all that...I just want to be well.
I am trying to stick my toe into normal life again. I still can't drive because I'm on too much pain meds and when I cut down on the "patch" meds, I tend to take more of the other pain meds to compensate. My stomach is still very sensitive and sore most times. I am looking for a heating pad that runs on batteries vs. electric so if anyone sees one, let me know...it seems that I haven't left my heating pad or blankie since I left the hospital two months ago. Constant companions!
I did a lot of work this week and it really took its toll. I was trying to meet deadlines and really jumped into the deep end of the pool. And boy, did I pay for it! I ended up flat on my back again!! I want to visit normal again so badly -- my mind keeps saying yes and my body keeps holding me back!
The boys continue to do well. Tommy had his highest scoring game Friday night -- 19 points. Many different people called to tell me how good he played and Micah gave me a text message each quarter to let me know the score and how Tommy was doing. Tom had the team over last night to watch the all-star game -- man! those boys can eat!!
David is taking a Ceramics class on Monday night. He tells me about what he makes each week but they still have to fire it so I haven't seen it all yet. Dave also has a jewelry class in school and he's finished his first project rather quickly so now is venturing out on his own -- he has a keen eye for design and his finished product looks like something you'd get in the store.
Cody participated in the Circle the State With Song Choir last weekend. He and several others represented his school in this "try-out" choir. His Godmother and Grandmother attended so he was overjoyed. He is still practicing for Music Man which will show at Delta Middle School on March 3 and 4. If you can make it, let me know and we'll try to save seats. He loves a crowd!
The boys continue to be patient with my recovery. They wait on me and stop by the "couch" on their way to/from activities. They continue to invite friends over and I love all the activity -- it helps me hang onto normal.
I went to Church yesterday -- I really need that spiritual connection -- but I was in such pain that I had to go lay down in the nursery. They had this big LazyBoy chair. I hit it and within 5 minutes, I was out. They woke me up for Communion so I was able to share in some of the service. I continue to pray for patience -- I know my recovery is on God's time schedule. I always want to push and rush, but I know he has a master schedule for me, if I am just patient.
Mom is MUCH better. Dr. Adrian found out something from her blood draws and has been able to put her on a new medicine that is making her feel better. She came to church yesterday and looked great! Her energy level is much better and the flu-like aches and pains are gone. I prayed long and hard for Mom so maybe it is now time for God to answer my other prayer requests and get me well also. Please pray with/for me this week.
Meals continue to be delivered to my door and the boys continue to grow and thrive. Thanks to all of you for blessing us in this way. Love to all of you. Peace!
Lenette