ME! I’m talking about me!
Spawn had a very rough afternoon, an expected rough time, but still. The surgeon said the valve slid in perfectly and went straight to work. They brought him to his room – where I, his faithful minion… er… mama, was waiting – He slept pretty much for most of the afternoon, complaining about a sore throat (because there were tubes down in it for sometime) and I was given water, tea, and ginger ale for him. The plan was to have him on his feet by 3 PM. (Remember he came out of surgery around 11:30) but when we sat him up the first time, everything in his stomach – all liquid – hit the floor.
We finally got him up and moving around 8 PM. He was venturing into solid food (a turkey sandwich) when I left after 9.
He’s told me this morning that they poked and prodded him all night – took more blood. And right now the doctors are with him.
My legs hurt, my back hurts, everything hurts hurts hurts. My ankles are swollen. We are out of money. I have enough money to park today and that’s it. Don’t worry, we’ll figure something out. Right now, I’m laying waste to my cousin’s stash of popcorn and pretzels and the hospital has a Brita water dispenser, so I can refill my water bottles. I’m good. If anything, this is putting a temporary stop to my clothes shopping.
OH! See what I got mom???
She picked it out. of course for me…
I NEED spring! Need it! When we go home, I’m cleaning out Spawn’s cave so I can get to the closet, I’ll be unpacking warm weather clothes and I’ll post the ever anticipated State of My Closet Address. I know a few of you are looking forward to that.
I need to head to the hospital. I’m still clearing off my harddrive so I can wipe and reset this thing. Half of the programs aren’t working. I’m hoping to bring Spawn back to his grandparents this afternoon and then if they give us the all clear, we’ll head home to Savannah on Sunday. They’ve told us a week after Wednesday he can resume all normal activities. So laters…
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So glad he is eating and to be able to be discharged that fast is fantastic!! Please take care of you though. Let me know supplies wise what you guys need ok?
Try to eat some protein and real food not the junk food. Big hugs to both of you!!
So relieved and happy it “slid into place”. Just take care of YOU as well!!
We’re good. We’re just trying to deal with a few things and are collecting information from everyone. Spawn is going to have an entire file folder of stuff.
Sorry it’s being such a rough ride for you amd Spawn. I guess he’s had a reaction to the general anaesthetic, poor lad. Wish I could help with something more than good wishes but they’re yours in any case.
He’s in pretty good spirits. Right now we’re being visited by many people because he’s going to be released this afternoon. We’re going to go to my cousin’s and spend the night and then head out to my parents in the morning.
Your in my thoughts.
Good to hear that Spawn eventually did get back on his feet. Tbh, I think it is quite miraculous that they can fiddle with the valve and then expect him to be back up and running again a few hours later.
Anyway, what counts now that both spawn and mum are being cared for and looked after. Forget the money, let your parents take care of you for a few days.
Best wishes.
If he’s released this afternoon, we’ll head to my cousin’s and spend the evening. We’ve been given run of the pantry, so we’ll do that.
I’m in awe what they can do anymore.
I’m glad he’s doing well and will be released soon! And I really love the top your mom chose. It’s a colour I would wear (and in fact am wearing a similar colour right now.)
WE (yes as in both of us!) are at my cousin’s! He just finished his shower – and trust me, he smelled really bad!) and we’re perusing the Mellow Mushroom Pizza Menu! There is one just around the corner. If it’s out of our means, then we’ll just have some Mac n Cheese!
Enjoy… but not too many carbs!
We had a pizza. A small one, but still…
I’m thinking neither one of us will be up much longer. I’m trying to get everything off my laptop and I just found a HUGE folder of books and it’s telling me 5 hours to move off. Grrrr. I really wanted to wipe tonight.
Sometimes I think being in the hospital is harder on the ones waiting then on th patient and no they never give you rest at night. It is one of the things that drove me insane constant blood coming in to check things. You really do not get rest so he is quite lucky to be released and go home and get some real rest. Amazing though how fast they do get you out. Take care of self and Spawn. Good thoughts to both your health and your finances sent your way.
I’m glad to hear that all went well with Spawn’s surgery. Wishing you both all the best for your post-op recovery (rest and relax!) and safe travels home.
Glad the surgery went ok and he’s feeling so much better so soon. Thinking of you, so sorry it’s been so rough! Hope you can chill a few days to recover yourself. Sending all the good vibes in the world x
There is no rest for the weary.
We drove yesterday. It was stressful trying to deal with my mom and Spawn who pretty much doesn’t pack at all ever.
I have a dental appointment in 5 minutes, I’m up early tomorrow with more doctor appointments.
Just tired.
Good to hear surgery went well and he’s getting better!