On Thursday (July 5th) I had Lumbar Laminectomy / Discetomy on my L5. My surgery was scheduled to start around 3:10 pm but actually didn't start until 4ish. I was out of surgery and into my room for the evening around 7ish. However I still had not seen Rob. Around 9:30 I realized I had a phone in my room and called Rob's cell phone. He thought I was still in recovery. So a short visit and a kiss on the forehead he headed home and I spent the night at Frederick Memorial Hospital. I got up about every 2 hours to use the facilities, but was impressed with how well I was able to move around. My leg/foot was mostly pain free and my back was stiff but felt pretty good. I have to mention how great all the staff at FMH were, very nice, accommodating and friendly group of people.
Friday morning I was able to have real food (I hadn't eaten any food since about 9:30 p.m. on July 4th). So I enjoyed some fruit, a bit of hash browns and wonderful coffee.
Dr. Nathan came by to see me around 10 and asked how I was doing and gave me the OK to head home. Rob came to get me and we were home by noonish. Before leaving the hospital I got a quick visit from a friend that works at FMH that stopped by to say hi and see how I was doing. Very sweet of her and much appreciated.
My wonderful husband went and filled my prescription (more oxy) and bought me some candy and cupcakes. I also received some flowers from some dear friends and TS and lots and lots of text messages and FB updates from family and friends.
Two days later I'm surprised at how well I feel. My back is tender and getting up and down is a bit tough but overall I slept well last night and I'm feeling better than I thought.
Tomorrow will be the big test as the home inspector is coming and we need to be out of the house for 3-4 hours, so we will see how that goes since I won't have my comfy blanket and couch!
I'll continue to keep everyone posted. I'm also updating my other blog http://pitatriing.blogspot.com/, which was originally used for my Tri training but will now cover my fitness, getting back into shape for 2013 race season.
Also yesterday, we spoke to Keith, our house planner with Jimmy Jacobs Homes and approved our final house plans. Our next step is to finalize the price, so we can get the construction loan going. We plan to visit Texas in August to meet with the lending folks, Keith and our new Best Friend the Construction Project Manager and look for a rental place to stay.
We are so amazed at how fast things are moving.
Thank you for following!
New beginnings.....
As I mentioned in my last post, yesterday was my last day at my job of almost 15 years. It was a whirlwind day filled with much excitement, fear and sadness.
Excitement that our life is progressing in a new direction and our dream to move to Texas will be happening soon. After my surgery I'll start blogging to keep everyone up to date on that process.
Fear that I'm without a job and will not be looking for a new job until we actually move to Texas and fear about my upcoming back surgery.
Sadness that my daily routines for the past 15 years are changing and I won't get to see many of my friends on a daily basis. I know that I will be keeping in touch with many of them but not seeing some of them on a daily basis will be a big change in my life.
My back surgery is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon at 3 with check in at the hospital at 1. I have to stay overnight but should be getting out pretty early on Friday. Thank you to everyone for all the well wishes and prayers. Rob will be keeping everyone up to date on Facebook and as soon as I'm feeling up to it I'll do another posting.
Happy 4th of July to everyone. THANK YOU to everyone that has and continue to fight for our freedom. Your sacrifices are appreciated every day but we don't always tell you that!!
Excitement that our life is progressing in a new direction and our dream to move to Texas will be happening soon. After my surgery I'll start blogging to keep everyone up to date on that process.
Fear that I'm without a job and will not be looking for a new job until we actually move to Texas and fear about my upcoming back surgery.
Sadness that my daily routines for the past 15 years are changing and I won't get to see many of my friends on a daily basis. I know that I will be keeping in touch with many of them but not seeing some of them on a daily basis will be a big change in my life.
My back surgery is scheduled for tomorrow afternoon at 3 with check in at the hospital at 1. I have to stay overnight but should be getting out pretty early on Friday. Thank you to everyone for all the well wishes and prayers. Rob will be keeping everyone up to date on Facebook and as soon as I'm feeling up to it I'll do another posting.
Happy 4th of July to everyone. THANK YOU to everyone that has and continue to fight for our freedom. Your sacrifices are appreciated every day but we don't always tell you that!!
Tomorrow starts a new phase in my life
Yes, yes, I know it's been forever, but life catchs up and some times you just don't have time. Well life is about to dramatically change for me....tomorrow is my last day at my current job. I have been there for almost 15 years and have had some great opportunities and have met some wonderful people. I wasn't planning on leaving until next Friday (yes the 13th) but due to some back issues that need some immediate attention I was able to get in for surgery this Friday so tomorrow is going to be my last day.
There are many other things happening in my life and I want to share that with everyone as well. So I'm hoping to be more consistent in keeping up with my blog.
First off, getting through the last day of my job.
Second, getting through my back surgery scheduled for Thursday, July 5th. I'm sure Rob will get a good picture of two of me in recovery but I'll try to do my best to share my experiences along the way.
More to come!
There are many other things happening in my life and I want to share that with everyone as well. So I'm hoping to be more consistent in keeping up with my blog.
First off, getting through the last day of my job.
Second, getting through my back surgery scheduled for Thursday, July 5th. I'm sure Rob will get a good picture of two of me in recovery but I'll try to do my best to share my experiences along the way.
More to come!
Fear is only a State of Mind
We've heard that, we know what it means, everyone can relate to that statement. But why is it so hard to get past, why do we let it consume us? Fear can impact our minds and our body; it can paralize our thoughts, our words, our direction in life. We fear the unknown so we never explore what can be. Fear stops us from thinking we can; and make us think we can't so we go on; but not living.
Marie Curie said "Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood."
We have total control over our thoughts and our actions. Learning to release fear is easier said that done.
Marie Curie said "Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood."
We have total control over our thoughts and our actions. Learning to release fear is easier said that done.
Triathlon stuff has moved
I have decided to move all my triathlon / training stuff to http://pitatriing.blogspot.com/. I can't guarantee I'm going to keep both blogs up to date, but I'll give it a try. I wanted to have a site that was dedicated to my triathlons, the sport I have a love / hate relationship with.
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