(gorgeous flowers from my sweet friend Beth)
On February 28 I woke up with a severe pain in my right upper abdomen and very nauseated. The bestie insisted I head to the urgent care. Thank God she did. I probably would have waited it out for a lot longer than I should have!!! I am so thankful so insisted I go and I listened!!! After being evaluated at the urgent care I was sent to the emergency room. Many hours and tests later I was sent home drugged up and still in pain.
(sweet little surprise gift from a swap buddy!!!)
Long story very short ... lots of testing, lots of meds, lots of pain, frustration, tears and 17 days later I had my gallbladder removed. I woke up from surgery instantly better. The stabbing pain and nausea were gone. I could not believe how quickly I felt 1000% better!!! Of course it was all replaced by sore stomach muscles and a week of recovery ahead but I was thrilled. Beyond thrilled. It was over.
(the most adorable box of happy from Sporty Spice)
I am now day six into a seven day recovery. I feel exponentially better each and every morning. I am still sore but only when I bend over, use the stairs or sit up. I love how I feel. I had no idea I felt as bad as I did until it was over. Its absolutely amazing!!!
During the time I was sick March came and almost went. Spring has sprung in Atlanta!! Its absolutely gorgeous. I had lunch yesterday with two girl friends and while I was waiting outside to be picked up I was snapping photos of the blooming flowers. When Lee arrived she giggled and asked me what I was doing. When I told her I was taking photos of the beautiful spring flowers she giggled again and responded ... "A lot happened while you were sleeping"!!
Now if it will only rain so we can enjoy the amazing weather without all the dusting of pollen!!! But I will take whatever we get. I refuse to complain about anything. I feel so lucky and blessed to whine!!!
I say it a lot but I think it bears repeating. I am one lucky girl. I have a great husband ... amazing friends ... great healthcare and one fabulous family. My kids have been rock stars!!! But most of all I have a clean bill of health! I will say it again ... I am one lucky girl!!!
I say it a lot but I think it bears repeating. I am one lucky girl. I have a great husband ... amazing friends ... great healthcare and one fabulous family. My kids have been rock stars!!! But most of all I have a clean bill of health! I will say it again ... I am one lucky girl!!!
xo,
MPM
So glad you're doing better!
ReplyDeleteMy sister had hers out this morning! I had mine out three years ago. I agree: You have no idea how bad you feel until you are better....instantly better. gald you are on the mend!
ReplyDeleteSo happy and thankful you are better.I have missed your blogs..I have checked every day to see any updates,so I was glad to see your post today.I had the same surgery a few years ago.I know you are glad to have that behind you. Our weather here in Huntsville,Al.is fabulous like Atlanta...Enjoy and know you are in my thoughts and prayers....
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are feeling better! Was worried something was wrong since you hadn't posted in awhile. I had mine out a few years ago, but unfortunately had several complications. But once they were all cleared up, I felt better!
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you are on the road to recovery.
ReplyDeleteTake care and enjoy every single second of this beautiful spring we have here in Atlanta.
Wow! So glad you're feeling better!
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