” May all that have life be delivered from suffering.”
Okay, I can imagine the confusion. I told you I’d be back on Saturday and wasn’t but here I am on Wednesday when I shouldn’t be. Chalk it up to to excessive medication!
I was discharged late afternoon Monday with pages of information and several different scripts. There was no accompliahments to date categogy, but I can imagine what would have been written.
She can now move from the bed to the commode by herself. Her words are far less slurred and most conversations make sense. Getting herself and the bedclothes soaked while she drinks a glass of water highlighted the need for her to use a bendy straw, and we’re astonished with her progress. The drooling is down to a minimum.
I can imagine the goal section. We are hoping she will figure out how to walk and hold the open back of her johnny at same time. Many of the other patients are complaining. A shower is strongly suggested by anyone who makes contact with her.
Okay, for real, the nights are horrendous as sleep is at a premium. The doctor said much of that pain is probably from the nerves and their reaction to the onslaught of the surgery. It seems there was also a pinched nerve which was deadened. The days are better than I expected. I am also getting quite adept at using my walker, a skill which will serve me well in my twilight years.
My two sisters are here, and I want for nothing. They wait on me hand and foot and are also impressed by my day to day improvement. I figure at this rate I’ll be dancing by next week.
Thanks for all the kind words and comments. Tomorrow will be a regular day, and I expect I can get to some music. I’m glad you all hung around and waited!
Kat
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November 17, 2010 at 3:44 pm
Oh, Kat…. I don’t even know you, but I feel so sorry to hear what you’ve had to go through. And with humor and grace! I am glad your sisters are there to help. I wish you all the best. Don’t worry about music… focus on healing and whatever makes you happy!!
Sara
November 17, 2010 at 3:48 pm
Sara,
My sisters have given me little choice but to take the time and heal. I think they, as little sisters, are really enjoying the role reversal.
Thanks!
November 17, 2010 at 3:45 pm
so glad to hear of your progress!!!
i have been thinking about you and hoping for the best.
so jealous of spending all this time with your sisters, no doubt this is an early Christmas gift!
November 17, 2010 at 3:49 pm
Splendid,
We played a game last night; my sister is cooking great food, and we are really enjoying each other’s company. Life is good.
November 17, 2010 at 3:46 pm
It is so nice to see You back again 🙂 and I do hope all problems will go away very soon! I guess all nerves got confused when they aren´t jammed in Your back any longer 🙂
Take care now!
Christer.
November 17, 2010 at 3:50 pm
Thanks, Christer
I am thrilled to be home. Those nerves best figure stuff out!
November 17, 2010 at 3:53 pm
Good timing. At least we can count on you rock and rolling around the Christmas tree this year. Without the walker! Welcome Home, we missed you.
November 17, 2010 at 8:10 pm
Z&Me,
Thanks, I’m glad to be home. I am impatient about my legs hurting but know there little I can do but curse.
November 17, 2010 at 3:57 pm
Katry, It’s good to hear from you! And I’m glad for the positive, comical report. I do hope you’re able to dance around (but please, not on) the Thanksgiving table this year.–Fred
November 17, 2010 at 8:13 pm
Fred,
I’m hoping for just a bit of residual pain by then. I figure a dance around the table might be in order.
November 17, 2010 at 4:09 pm
Glad you are finally home and doing well!
If anything ever happens to me- can I borrow your sisters??? Sounds like you are in good hands.
Take care-
Pat
November 17, 2010 at 8:16 pm
Pat,
Sorry on my sisters, I have propriety rights.
Thanks!
November 17, 2010 at 4:11 pm
Well, welcome back! Glad to hear that you are well on the road to normalcy. I sympathize with you having to be under the care and supervision of the little sisters. I, too, am a big sister and cannot imagine that I would take well to the role reversal.
Is the formerly deadened pinched nerve now undead because of the operation? Sometimes when the undead awake they have massive resentment. I hope it settles down for you soon along with all the other unsettled nerves.
November 17, 2010 at 8:34 pm
Hi Caryn,
My sisters are darn bossy and passive aggressive. They ask questions like, “Is that all you’re going to eat? Hydrate!,” and on and on.
Yes, he deadened the nerve during the operation. I hope it realizes I was a victim too.
November 17, 2010 at 4:21 pm
Poor Kat! You really have been in the wars! Eat plenty of chicken soup, and you’ll be shining as bright as ever before long.
Love x
Jim
November 17, 2010 at 8:40 pm
Jim,
It was chicken cacciore, but just as comforting. I have to say doing nothing is wonderful.
November 17, 2010 at 4:37 pm
Glad you’re home and feeling better. Say hi to the girls for me! We missed you all at the reunion. What’s a party without a Ryan?
November 17, 2010 at 8:42 pm
Erin,
Jim went-that made him our rep. We were all sorry we had to miss it.
November 17, 2010 at 4:54 pm
You said, “I’m glad you all hung around and waited!”
Uh, where else would we be? We’re just wherever we are. Just glad that you are wherever you are AND able to communicate.
November 17, 2010 at 8:47 pm
Rick,
I didn’t want you all bored enough to stay away. Home is the best place to me. It gives buoyancy to my feelings.
November 17, 2010 at 4:59 pm
My little sister took care of me after my surgery too. Thank goodness for little sisters. Glad you’re home and on the mend. Play lots of music. It helps with healing as it brings joy!
http://www.zshare.net/audio/79349292bbbb0347/
November 17, 2010 at 8:50 pm
Cuidado,
I love this song-thank you. It’s so much fun having my sisters and me together, just the three of us. It seldom happens.
November 17, 2010 at 5:05 pm
Grab Gracie, a blanket, a couple of B/W movies and take it easy – TeamKat will wait patiently 🙂
November 17, 2010 at 9:00 pm
My Dear Hedley,
Gracie takes up far too much room on the couch, but I abide her. I promise to post only when I’m felling up to it.
November 17, 2010 at 5:11 pm
Cheers
November 17, 2010 at 9:01 pm
Minicapt,
The look on that cat’s face was unbelievable.
November 17, 2010 at 6:02 pm
welcome home!!!
November 17, 2010 at 6:12 pm
G’day Katry, I’m so glad you came through your ordeal with colours flying. You will soon heal and it will all have been worthwhile. No more pain or liniment, maybe just a spot of WD40 for the screws and you will be back to normal! Heal well and good luck,
November 17, 2010 at 9:15 pm
Bob,
Thanks for the laugh! WD40, Haha
November 17, 2010 at 9:03 pm
Thanks, Greg
It is wonderful being home!
November 17, 2010 at 8:14 pm
Recovery always takes longer than you think, hurts less than you anticipated and you never get enough pain pills. Glad to hear that you are doing well and I look forward to reading your blog, and enjoying the music when both of us are pushing the century mark.
The Beatles finally came to iTunes yesterday. There is always good news somewhere if you look hard enough.
November 17, 2010 at 9:07 pm
Bob,
You’re right about the pain pills and when we’re pushing the next century I’m hoping a cane might be enough..
I do believe I am on the mend as every day seems a bit better than before.
November 17, 2010 at 8:49 pm
Been thinking of you daily and sending you good vibes. Nice to see you back online with your sense of humor intact. Milk that sisterly kindness for all it’s worth
and get back to being your old self soon. I guess it’s best you waited until after “deck” season was over, but
wouldn’t it be great if you could recuperate outside in good weather? Guess you’ll just have to close your eyes and imagine… Keep making progress and keep us posted. Kisses!
November 17, 2010 at 9:12 pm
im6,
My sisters make me laugh though many times it’s unintentional.
It’s true that even I was surprised I had seen some humor in all of this. That was a great indicator i am getting better.
I tried to get out on the deck today but the czarinas said no because of the three steps, one quite giant. I sheepishly sat back down and missed the day.
November 17, 2010 at 9:21 pm
Kat,
I simply wanted to give you a word of encouragement and let you know that those of us that regularly read your blog have missed you.
Mark
November 18, 2010 at 10:34 am
Mark,
The encouragement helps-I need all the cheerleaders I can get.
I too am happy to be back.
November 19, 2010 at 6:25 pm
Mark,
Thanks so much. Starting my day without Coffee is so strange. I can feel deeply the missing piece.
November 17, 2010 at 9:30 pm
A very sincere and happy welcome back. Funny how you never realize the extent with which you relate to a blog. Best wishes for a thorough and speedy recovery.
November 18, 2010 at 9:57 am
Thanks for the warm welcome. I am thrilled to be home where it is fairly quiet and not a single person wakes me up for vitals, with apologies but they weren’t quite enough.
November 17, 2010 at 9:31 pm
Glad you posted today–if you didn’t I was going to call–although it sounds as though the coherence of the conversation may depend on the timing of the call!@ Glad sisses are there and you’re being taken care of. I know you will be better than new when this is all over. Welcome home and congrats on the courage to do it.
November 18, 2010 at 10:19 am
Ralph,
Thanks!
The surgery was so easy I slept through it, but the after has been tough. I haven’t yet slept through the night but even that’s getting better.
If the back pains disappear, all this will have been well worth it, including the commode!
November 17, 2010 at 10:37 pm
Kat – you’re right on track! Glad to hear from you. Take it easy now, and rest up. You’ll be dancing for sure really soon! I join Ralph in saluting your courage and your goodness.
November 18, 2010 at 10:26 am
Thanks, Mark
My sisters make sure I don’t do too much which is my tendency. I’d already be sweeping and doing laundry.
The pain is awful at times but the pills work for a long while so I’ll survive.
November 18, 2010 at 10:01 am
Glad you’re back and best wishes toward a speedy recovery. Maybe you’ll be able to tackle a Red Rocks show on your next Colorado visit. Hang in there.
November 18, 2010 at 10:29 am
pbilly,
Yup, those steps will no long be daunting. Before, I’d have been watching from the very top or the very bottom. Now I say,”Bring on those steps!”
November 18, 2010 at 12:53 pm
I’m so sorry to respond to lately to your hospital stay & surgery. I trust you’re continuing to make progress. Back problems can be awful; nobody who hasn’t experienced them can really understand what it’s like.
Prayers & blessings for a speedy recovery.
November 19, 2010 at 6:26 pm
buzz,
Thanks, Buzz, and it is never to late for good wishes. Every day seems better.
November 18, 2010 at 1:13 pm
I very much hope you get very well soon. At least, you’re… back home !
November 19, 2010 at 6:27 pm
iero,
I had the option of going to rehab or going home and having visiting nurses. I chose home, and I didn’t even care how many nurses they’d send. It was 2 today and 3 yesterday.
November 19, 2010 at 6:50 am
So glad you are home. Aren’t sisters the best? Take the time to heal in the comforts of your home. Sending good wishes your way.
November 19, 2010 at 6:29 pm
Thank you, Nan
My sisters have been amazing. They yell at me and won’t let me do anything. If I want something, it appears. I’m going to miss them.
November 19, 2010 at 6:56 pm
Welcome home Kat!
Glad you are doing well…my brother had the same surgery and is none the worst for wear after a period of recovery.
I am curious…what kind of a reception did the animals give you upon your return? I bet they were so happy!
And we are too…:)
November 20, 2010 at 7:51 pm
Thanks, Coleen
Gracie was so excited her tail kept whacking her nose when she wiggled it. She is sleeping on the couch with me and follows me from room to room. Fer is here too and wants constant patting. Maddie is still in hiding. She did come out fro my sisters to pat her so I know she’ll be back.
My sisters are suckers for animals, that runs through the family, so the animals didn’t suffer a bit.