Dear Friends,
A short note to update you after my surgery, as silence is not always ‘golden’. We are not ‘out of the woods’ yet, but the edge of the woods is getting much, much closer.
I felt your love and prayers, I mean it, I really felt them. I was at Swedish hospital in Seattle for 4 days, with only My Loving Spouse and One of the Seattle Cousins near to visit me. I usually feel lonely and scared left in a hospital alone, but this time I did not. I know it was my prayer partners keeping me lifted up, that made this difference, so I thank you so very much.
The large tumor was generated from a different site than expected. The first look from the pathologist was positive. I’ve had Cat Scans, and ultra sounds. Now, we wait for the final results. We are expecting good news, the pathology takes a week and a half to be definite.
I currently walk like an Old Lady (no comments from Team Offspring) and am wearing My Loving Spouse’s pajama pants. I do hurt and have no energy, but I am hurting a bit less today than yesterday. I came home from the hospital 5 pounds lighter.
I am excited to use our recent garage sale finds, so that I can rock out side and rest in the fresh air. (Damn Cat)
When I want a dear and delightful giggle, I read some cards from the large pile our kids at school have made for me.
Did you notice the pictures of cows and hearts? It doesn’t get much better than that.
I have to give myself a shot each day. This is very hard for me to do. Shots on cows easy. Shots on self, not so much. The only way it seems to work, is I pretend I’m one of the nurses and use her words out loud.
“Okay, this is going to pinch just a bit” I say to me. “Oh, we’re almost done, you’re doing great.” Then it is over and I shutter a few times and know I have 24 hours before I need to be the nurse again.
When I really need a pick me up, I watch THE Video. THE Video is my entire elementary school chanting my name, wishing me well and waving to me. Yes, it makes me cry…in a good way.
…and I am blessed, by you all.
Keep “Rocking” Ellen! You are strong and a “cow loving girl/woman”
Thinking and praying for your complete recovery and positive test results!!!
Hugs, Trudy
Trudy,
You are so awesome! Thank you! I feel a bit better each day, which is always encouraging!
Many Thanks!
Ellen
Okay I posted once but it went away I think so here goes try #2. Glad to hear you are home and resting. I’m also glad for the update. I’ve been thinking and wondering how you were. Sending positive thoughts and good wishes your way.
Thank you so much Dawn! You will understand when I say, that some friends who know me well, got me coloring books, pens, and a lap desk so that I will have a creative outlet as I lay about!
Glad to hear you are home resting. Will keep sending good thoughts and positive energy for good results!
Was pleasantly surprised to find a post! I am sure resting is as hard for you as the shots. Praying for peace within you as you let go and heal. Picturing you in that rocking chair….
So far, I am almost only rocking naps, but I will get to the rocking chair with time. Thank you for your prayers and support!
Keep positive thoughts only!
Blessings to you ❤️
Thanks so much, Shelba!
Sweet Mims,
Certainly easier ways to lose 5 pounds. I have a stack of books and a pile of pens, coloring books and a desire to learn to do nice lettering. I will lift nothing heavier than a wine glass this summer (as soon as I am allowed wine).
Oh Ellen! I’ve been thinking of you all week. So glad you came out of the surgery well and are back to writing your blog. Because I miss your quirky take on life and it always brings a smile to my face. Be kind to your body and allow it to rest and heal at it’s own pace. This is a perfect excuse to sit in your rocking chair in the morning with a cup of tea/coffee and take lucious afternoon naps. And ya know, there are easier ways to loose 5 pounds!