One WeeK!

[psalmist]

Well, I am one week from surgery. Oct. 2nd. I just wanted to thank everyone for being such a support. I would have lost it if it wasn't for you guys. I am naturally a worrier so this really had me twisted. Thanks to all of you for the PM's, chats, and patients. You have no idea how much you guys help. I am looking forward to having all of it behind me. God bless. . . Seth

 

[Freddie]

Hi Seth, just remember .....one step at a time! And your body will tell you when you have had enough. Sounds strange I know, but it is the truth.
Here's looking at you kid, and best wishes.
Cheers

 

[Bina]

Hi Seth, I know how you feel, I am the QUEEN of worrying!
Hopefully your family can distract you for the next few days, and it will all be over before you know it.
When I woke up postop in hospital I had no memory of what had happened for the previous 2 days.....that was nice, all I could do was move forward.
You are young and strong, you will fly through this.

 

[Cooker]

Greetings Seth!! It almost time to coast over to the other side!!! I am sure you are anxious. Keep occupied and try to concentrate on the positives, both of life and surgery.
Godspeed.................Tom

 

[Superbob]

Waiting is the hardest part, honestly. Try to relax, do some enjoyable things. You should do fine. We all will be waiting to hear good news on your good results.

 

[WayneGM]

Take some time out this week and do some really fun stuff. After the surgery, you'll be preoccupied with recovery, so take advantage now.

The journey over the mountain will be over before you know it, and then you can enjoy the view from the other side. Take care and best wishes.

 

[surfsparky]

Hi Seth,

We'll be thinking and praying for you. I agree with Wayne...fill in the waiting time with fun stuff - we did and now we have some awesome memories that we cherish.

We look forward to hearing from you on the 'other side'.

Yolanda

 

[bvdr]

Hi Seth, before you know it you'll be beginning the work of recovery and this will be behind you. I agree with the others on finding something enjoyable to fill in the hours between now and then. We took a family vacation to decompress a little before my MVR. I truly didn't do much more than walk short distances in the resort or in the lobby but I have such fond memories of that time. We'll focus on recovery soon but not quite yet. It is a great time to pray and do spiritual soul searching as well. We'll be here later and will be watching for your posts. God bless!

 

[dot4toto]

Hi Seth,

Just wanted to say best wishes to you....
I hope the next week will bring fun, joy and peace to you and your family.

I felt like there was so many things to do before I could recover. Like I had to go buy new sheets (higher thread count) and PJ's. I wanted cozy stuff for a cozy recovery. Maybe it's a girl thing...noooooo you guys like that stuff to!
Go shopping!

 

[MaryC]

Seth,
As everyone has said, staying busy will keep your mind off of the upcoming surgery. I worked up until the day before my surgery and my boss was still giving me work. The surgery will be over before you know it and you will be on the road to recovery!

 

[Susan BAV]

I was amazed and relieved when I found this site also; glad you found it pre-op and benefited from the information and support. Hope all goes well with your upcoming surgery. Take care.

 

[doberman]

1 week

1 week

Hi Seth, it is easy for us to say BUT it will be over before you know it, focus on getting healthy after the surgery your family will be there waiting for you!
Good luck.
JD

 

[psalmist]

Thanks

Thanks

Once again thanks for all the encouragement. I think that it is finally sinking in with my wife. I really don't want her to worry and fret. She has been my strength through this whole thing. It is hard to know your family is concerned . . . (they don't want you to go through it). Any advice on helping my parents and my wife. I have my part but I know that is hard for them too. I heard someone say it was harder to be a family member than the one who was having surgery. God bless you guys! Seth.

 

[Karlynn]

Just reassure them that you'll be fine. You can invite them to join here too. We have significant others who can help them with any questions they may have.

 

[WayneGM]

It is hard on your family as they have to watch helplessly from the sidelines as you go through this. I think my wife was able to cope as we planned everything together. We set up the house for my recovery and planned my daily routine. During my recovery, she helped a lot even when I didn't really need it. My advice is to let them be involved. Sometimes its tough as you'll want to be independent as you recover, but letting them help lets them share in the experience and feel like they contributed. Good luck.