Hi!
It's hard to believe it's already been one week since my surgery! I so thankful that I have had such a smooth go of things. This doesn't mean I feel great all the time, or that the pain has gone away, but I haven't had many of the issues that someone might have after this surgery.
Yesterday, after feeling cabin fever creeping in, we decided to head to Galveston for the day with my parents. They had never been and wanted to check things out. It was a fairly chilly day, but the skies cleared up. It was fun to drive around and just be out of the house. We ended up taking a little boat tour and got to see some dolphins. This was the first time we had seen them in the wild, and they were beautiful. We toured a ship and walked through a museum and then took my parents out to a nice seafood dinner on Pier 22. I took it easy all day, or so I thought...
Last night I slept 12 hours, and had to up my pain medicine, as I had been cutting back. When I finally woke up at 10:30 this morning, I have was so sore, and haven't been able to shake it all day. Funny how much walking, and mostly sitting, can take out of you after surgery. I spent most of the day laying around watching chick-flicks and writing valentines, with a few short walks around the block.
I guess finding the balance in resting and also getting around and moving will be something I will need to continue to work on, as I really don't want to jeopardize healing quickly.
My parents went to the Fine Arts Museum today and then came over for Glenn's delicious meatballs in the form of sub sandwiches for dinner, and we caught up on Top Chef Texas. I am anticipating another long night of sleep, and hoping I wake up in less pain.
My post opt appt. with Dr. Garth is next Tuesday, Valentines Day, and I look forward to hearing my six incisions are healing well and that I can move on to pureed foods.
Thanks for continuing to keep me in my prayers, for the encouraging messages you send, and just for being a great friend!
Joyfully,
~ Stephanie
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