good news...bad news

I had my first post-op appointment today and the good news is that everything looks great. The nurse was able to remove all 25 - 30 staples as well as all of the stitches. I feel so thankful because they were really starting to pull. The bad news is that I will have to wait 1-2 more weeks before they are able to remove the Nephrostomy (I have no idea how to spell it!) tube from right kidney. They said it was simply not ready to be removed. I am really disappointed, but I did receive a new bag that is easily concealed under my pants. I have been told to wait about 3 more weeks before I return to normal work load and then I can drive and even walk for exercise as long as I pace myself. I am not able to resume any other kind of work out plan for 3 months.
So, I seem to be in need for some more childcare assistance. I am covered this week and next, however I do have some need for help the following week.
If you are available, please let me know when.
Thanks for reading. I can't wait for this to be over and just a memory. Thanks for your continued support.

on the road to recovery.

Today is the first day that I am actually feeling a little better. I am now able to lie on my back, which makes sleeping much easier. I feel like I am a little more rested and I know that is helping my state of mind greatly. My pain level is much less today and I have started only taking one pain pill every 4 hours instead of 2. I feel a lot more like myself and much more hopeful. I return to the doc on Monday morning for him to remove my stitches, staples, and the tube. I am a bit nervous about the tube. I had staples with both c-sections and they don't hurt at all when they are removed, but I can't imagine how this is going to feel. I am guessing it probably won't be a fun experience, but once it is done, it is done.
I am so thankful for all of you who have lifted me up before our Lord as I have not been able to. Thanks for you faithful support and all of the kind encouragement.
God bless!

the truth

Here is the truth about why my blogs have been so short, I am enduring what can only be termed as a hellish recovery. I am now 8 days post op and the pain seems never ending. I am still unable to lay down so I have yet to sleep for more than a couple hours at a time. The tube that leaves my body through my back makes finding a comfortable position even more difficult. My morale is low at best. I will write more when I am more rested and in less pain, but as for now I am going to go with the "if you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all" philosophy.

uppdate

I have been discharged from the hospital and I am staying with my folks. More to come later.
Thanks

DAY 4

Well, today I am tired! I have had 2 really rough nights as far as sleep and pain are concerned. I am really hungry as I haven't eaten anything since Monday. My energy is low. The incision, all 12 inches of it, hurts more every day. Please pray for clear communication between the docs, nurses and me. I really miss the boys and want more than anything to hold them in my arms. If anyone wants to call, my number is 278-2612 room 5335. Thank you for your continued prayer support!

day 3

Hello everyone, it's Becky. I won't write long, but I wanted to thank everyone for their prayers and to let you know I am doing as good as can be expected. Thank you for your continued support!

Day 2

Becky is slightly better today. We talked with the surgeon and things went exactly as planned so this is good news. They did have to put in another stent which she will have to keep in for about a month. Her next big feat is to get mobile. She needs to get up and start moving and back off the pain meds but this is painful. Please keep her in your prayers. If you would like to stop by and see her, she is ready for short visits. Thank you!