A New Knee For Christmas

[Deleted member 6617]

I got a surprise call from my family last night to let me know they are all pitching in to fly one of my sisters, and possibly my mom out here for my surgery. That makes me so happy!!! I am feeling very blessed and loved!!! Just don't have the words to express the feelings of thankfulness, appreciation, and love. :D

 

[Deleted member 12723]

PH I just love your family so much. I am so very happy for you. You got your wish and so much more. Big hugs and prayers for your healing.

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Well shoot, that was a short lived burst of excitement. My family called this morning, and there is no way any of them can get away to be here for my surgery. They tried to make it come together, but were unable to make it happen after all. I am VERY disappointed, but also completely understand. I am still feeling very blessed by the fact that they tried and they wanted to make it happen. Mom is unable to travel alone due to her failing sight and other physical limitations or she would come. I am loved and I know it!!! I will carry that with me, and S and I will do just fine!

 

[Lucycat]

My Mummy had both knee replacements done about 6 years ago. She has never looked back. She was so immobile before that and now walks confidently without sticks or pain. I think it is a great thing to do if you need it.

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Thanks @Lucycat for sharing that! I have high hopes for the same success!

 

[Deleted member 12723]

I am sorry that you felt disappointed in your family not being able to come. But the fact that the thought of what they tried to do for you letting you feel so loved and cherished is wonderful

I think you are going to feel so much better once you have healed from the surgery. Hugs and prayers.

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Pre-op is tomorrow. 8 days and counting till surgery. Fear and anxiety increasing. Got to turn off these thoughts and feelings and focus on the good. Loneliness, emptiness of missing friends and family, and doubts plague my mind. Again, got to turn off those things and know that S is with me and I know I will have a couple visitors in the hospital. I also know I will be in the thoughts and prayers of those that can't be here physically. All is good, it really is. Busy week ahead trying to get some meals prepared ahead of time and put in the freezer, and doing a deep clean of the house so I don't have to worry about that for awhile. I can do this!

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Pre-op all done and all set for next Tuesday. I will be the first surgery of the day, lucky me!! I told the nurse today to make sure the doctor has had his morning coffee before he cuts into me. 7:30 a.m. is pretty dang early for surgery. The nurse called it "major" surgery today and now I am even more fearful and anxious. I will be 4 days in the hospital, I guess that is pretty major. It will all be fine....I will be fine....I can do this!!!

 

[Deleted member 6617]

I was reminded that "major" does not mean "dangerous"! I was also reminded to focus on the outcome and look at it as a Christmas gift. I really needed those reminders and so much appreciate it. So, back to giving thanks for this new knee and focusing on the positive outcome. That doesn't mean I won't be fearful, but I will try not to let it be the prominent feeling.

 

[Rumors]

Sending mojo! This is a great Xmas present to give to yourself! By spring you will be hiking, running marathons, and doing all the things you couldn't do prior!

 

[Deleted member 6617]

Yesterday I was sent home from church with flowers and prayers for my surgery.

Tomorrow is the big day and I am so looking forward to a new knee for Christmas. I'm nervous, but within normal ranges or nervousness for this kind of thing. Mostly I feel anticipation of getting my mobility back.

Last couple of weeks have been rough leading up to this. I received new diagnosis's of Fibromyalgia and Hypothyrodism with new meds to go along with them. I started on one of them and will wait until after surgery to start on the other. I also was diagnosed vitamin D deficient, but that should be an easy fix after surgery too. Just have to find better vitamin d to take. I am thinking liquid form that you put under your tongue. It is suppose to absorb into your system better. Of course sunshine is the best, but not readily available, especially this time of year.

So, new knee and new meds to help with pain, fatigue, and weight gain. All in all, things are looking up!

 

[StarChild]

Tomorrow is the big day

Dear @Pottershand, does that mean, that tomorrow will be your day of entry into the hospital, or do you already have the surgery tomorrow? Do you know the time of the surgery?

What would you like me to do for you during those hours? Please feel free to tell what you need (prayers / lighting candles / thinking of you, or all of the mentioned? :):tup: