Yes, I am still among the living! I hit a snag in my recovery last week, and just haven't felt up to creating even the most mundane blog entry. I saw my surgeon today, and he assured me I am definitely improving. I've had all of my drains removed, all of my stitches (hundreds of them!) removed, and am now feeling a little more normal. I still have at least a month of recovery, but I'm back on the right track.
I can't thank all of you enough for your kind words, thoughts, and prayers. I love you guys (um, that might be the Vicodin talking!).
My plan right now is to record a podcast August 15, but I just might record one July 31. I'll see how I'm feeling, At first they might be brief, but I promise to offer at least one project per podcast until I am fully recovered.
Until my doctor's appointment this afternoon I admit that I was experiencing "buyer's remorse" -- I thought I might have made a mistake in having this surgery. Now that I know all is well, and I am beginning to see the fruits of my surgeon's labor, I am happy with my decision. It's been a long 2 1/2 weeks, but I see the light at the end of the tunnel (and, contrary to popular belief, it's NOT a train!).
Again, thanks to all of you -- knowing that I have an obligation to you, my readers and listeners, I feel a renewed obligation to get back in the saddle.
'thann
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Glad to hear you made it through ok and hope that the rest of your recovery gets easier and easier.
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ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear you are feeling better and that your spirits are up as well. Can't wait to hear a new podcast, but don't rush...be sure you are up to it. Hope you continue to heal quickly. Have a great weekend! (and be sure it's a relaxing one)
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So glad that you are back on your blog. I hope that you wil recover very soon.
ReplyDeleteOh, Ruthann, I am sorry I haven't kept up. Ted did tell me you had had surgery but I didn't realize how major. Prayers now!! Life is always full of bumps, it seems. Glad things are a little better now.
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ReplyDeletewe're waiting patiently for your next podcast and will be happy to hsve you back. don't rush but "hurry back".
Take of your self, Ruthann. Good to hear from you and glad you are mending.
ReplyDeleteI was so glad to hear from you. Come on, just think of the new you that is going to appear from this! You can hang in there a few more vicodins more!!! Just keep taking the pain medications, you won't get hooked in this short period of time. In no time at all you will be up and around. Remember, baby steps! Nobody gets better from any major surgery in 2 1/2 weeks! You didn't get that junk in 2 1/2 weeks but you got rid of it in a day!!!!!! Hallelujah!!! Never to be seen again!
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad to know you're on the mend, but take care that you don't overdo. We'll wait until you are ready to rip again, jill
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