i will not be able to post again until i return on thursday! i will give a full update when i return!!!!! i cant wait to be 'on the other side' good luck to those getting banded between now and when i return...

i'am not nervous just having the butterflies in the stomach...

SOOOOO EXITED!!!!!!!

michelle

325-319-150

Congratulations! Hope you have a successful and pain-free surgery and speedy recovery!

Hi Michelle hope it all went well and you are recovering quickly. Congratulations!!

michelle,

Dont worry, everything is going to be great! Are you all packed and ready to go? A couple hints for your hospital suitcase:

Chapstick and lotion because the oxygen mask really dries you out and they will not let you have water right away so the chapstick can be a big help.

Shoes that you can slip in and out of easily - you don't want to be bending over and dealing with laces first thing.

Something to do, a book, some magazines, puzzles, crosswords, etc, whatever keeps you entertained. Hospitals are boring places, LOL. I wished I had thought to bring my cheapy cd player and a few CDs so I could tune out (I had a roommate).

There are lots more things like that but these three were the top of my list. Just thought I would share in case you hadn't thought of them.

Good luck, let us know how you are doing when you get home!

Michelle, I hope all went well - my surgery is Wednesday, so I'll be following in your footsteps soon!

thanks to all!!! i am recovering as well as can be expected! about 80-85% no pain meds and still sore! you'll be fine bunkie! i would have these items on hand for when you return...

gas x

heating pad

gatoraide or sports drink

remote control!!!

lots of luck!!!!

michelle