String's Atkin's Journal (Please Comment)

[septbride2002]

Oh my goodenss Beth! I hope everything works out in a good way! You'll be in my thoughts!

~Amanda

 

[toystoryduo]

Beth,
More and prayers for you today, my friend.

 

[vald1977]

You will be in my prayers as well, Beth. Take care and God bless.

 

[sharoncity]

Beth - ! All my thoughts and prayers are with you! I hope for the best possible outcome no matter what happens! We are hear for you dear Beth!!
Take GOOD care of you!
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[Strings]

I want to thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Today went well. My doc was able to remove the ovary by lap, so I am home. I'm sore, but not in horrible pain. My surgeon said it didn't look cancerous, but we will wait for the pathology reports. I don't have CT results either. I'm in wait and see mode now. Believe it or not, I even exercised today. They woke me up at 445 am for a blood draw, so I went for a stroll in the atrium. I needed to burn off some nervous energy. I can't say I was on program though. I have no recollection of this, but there are at least 3 witnesses who will support the story. As I was coming out of anesthesia, I was all groggy. Apparently, I freaked out when I saw my IV. They had hung a bag of IV fluid with Dextrose. I was going on and on about taking it down because I was a low carber. I swear I don't recall doing that, but apparently I was loud because they changed the bag.

I am doing ok. I ate some tea and toast for dinner, and I am off to bed. My DH is standing over me to make sure I sign off. He is a little overprotective, but I'll eat it up for a few days. My parents are keeping Katie for a couple more days, so I have some r&r. I'll be bored out of my mind by the afternoon. I hope to catch up on journals. Thank you again.


Beth

 

[toystoryduo]

Hi Beth!
It's good to hear that you are home where you can relax. It sounds like the surgery went well. How are you feeling? I'm sorry that you still have to wait for some of your answers, but know that we will be waiting with you and praying for you.

Please take good care of you, Beth. I know that you will miss Katie like crazy, but you need some time for rest, relaxation, and healing. And make sure to take advantage of the help that your DH is offering too.

Know that we are all here for you, waiting with you, and praying for you. Keep trusting in Him, Beth! Psalm 130:5

Tracy

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, dear Beth. Gentle for you, dear girl. I'm away from your journal for a couple of days and look at what I've missed! Please know that you're in my prayers today for a thorough recovery. What a whirlwind it's been for you all. . .

Here's some sunshine for this brand new day of yours. I imagine you'll be playing it cozy, staying in bed and resting as much as you can. I'm sure you're missing Katie, but it's good that she's where she can get lots of attention and you don't have to worry. Whenever I'm sick--and keep in mind that Elizabeth is 13 now--Elizabeth is always worried because it's so odd to have me resting and not up and running! When she was little, she'd stand by the bed and ask repeatedly when I was going to get up--it was just too much for her to bear! So rest and know that Katie's in good hands. It sounds like you're in good hands, too--Won is taking good care of you. Tell him your WISH buddies are glad of that!

Beth, you know that God is in control. Rest and have peace knowing that He is holding you in the palm of His hand.

I'll stop by again tonight.

,
Erin

 

[Desiree]

Ditto to what Erin and Tracy said!

Just rest up and try to relax today! ((HUGS)) to you my friend!

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, I'll be keeping you in my prayers. I'm so glad Katie is off having a good time with her grandparents and you can focus all your energy on healing.

I'm sending a very gentle , some extra for brighter days ahead and extra-special to help you heal.

All we can do now is pray and wait upon the Lord. May He grant you His peace that passes understanding as you wait, Beth.

 

[sharoncity]

Beth, I'm glad that so far, everything is going well. I am very happy you were able to come home and rest. There is nothing quite like resting in your own bed/couch.
For you dear Beth, and prayers and positive thoughts that the rest of your news will continue to be good news. I will be keeping you in my prayers again today.
Rest well and know that Katie is in good hands. She is enjoying herself and doesn't need to worry about why mommy doesn't feel good! I know you will miss her terribly, but just try to get as much rest as you can while she is not there. Read a book, watch a movie, DIS , just take VERY good care of you Beth!!!
And hats off to you!! Glad to see you stayed OP even coming out of anesthesia! Too funny Beth! keep smiling and laughing - it is the best medicine of all!
Best wishes to you Beth for a speedy and full recovery.
TTFN-
Sharon

 

[R_Judy]

Glad you are home and on your way to a full recovery. Just remember not to over do it. It is so easy to do. Remember to rest. A lot. I'm sending some to brighten your day. Take care.

 

[Strings]

Hello,

I'm back and on very good meds. I'm a little loopy right now. At least it is a pleasant loopiness. I had some tea this morning, I didn't feel like eating. I'm a bit blaoted from all the air they pumped into my abdomen. I will have lunch though. DH is working from home today. If I'm honest, I just now got out of the shower. I did talk to Katie last night. She wants to move, so she can live at the Lodge with the waterpark inside it. She is having a wonderful time. No worries

Iam not allowed at Curves for 2 weeks. I am allowed to do light walking. No weight over 5 pounds for 10 days. I'm going to listen to my body on this one. I'm not even going to think about exercise for the next couple of days. I thought I'd get some time off work with this, but no such luck. I just can't do lifting. This means I am on chart review over the weekend.

I am back in carb withdrawl. i will consider going back on induction, if I don't feel better soon.

Thank you again for all your support and prayers. I am taking this hour to hour, and it seems to be working. I am truly blessed to have all of you in my life.




Beth

 

[marsh0013]

oh my goodness beth, i've been away for a few days and i've missed so much! i am so glad to hear that your procedure went well and that you are on the way to recovery. big, but gentle for you! i'll be keeping you in my prayers and sending good thoughts your way . i hope that you continue on the road to recovery and that everything works out well for you.

that is so cute that katie wants to move to the lodge!! well, who wouldn't, i mean, come on, that place sounds great

i hope that you continue to feel better and have a nice and restful day today

 

[toystoryduo]

Beth,
I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better and plan to take it easy for the next few days. I'm also glad that Katie is having such a great time with her grandparents. So, she wants to move to the Great Bear Lodge, huh? I don't blame her! An indoor waterpark sounds like a lot of fun! It's only about 2 hours from our house, but we haven't been there yet.

Know that you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Tracy

P.S. On my way to send you a PM too....

 

[LAinSEA]

Beth: I hope you are feeling much better and that good news will soon be on the way. Waiting for test results are never fun. I will remember you in my thoughts and prayers and send some positive energy out your way.

Carb withdrawal is tough...do what you think best about returning to "induction". Your body does need energy to help it recover though.

The Lodge sounds like a great time. No wonder your DD wants to live there...me, I'd move right into any spare space at WDW and never return to reality. How fun for her to spend time with her grandparents and make some good memories.

Here's a and some

-Laurie

 

[lulu201]

Sending love and your way, Beth. I've been thinking about you all day. Keep resting, OK?

,
Erin

 

[Strings]

Well, I definately took it easy today. I WISHED a bit, I read a bit, and I napped alot. Frankly, I'm bored. I'm used to being really busy everyday. I should be enjoying every second of this, but I'm not. I'm more achy than I am in pain. I am going through carb withdrawl, and being bored isn't conducive to dtaying OP. I did it, but mainly because I slept a good part of the afternoon.

I'm now done feeling sorry for myself. Katie comes home Friday afternoon. I miss her.

Have a good evening. Thank you all for stopping by and keeping me in your thoughts.


Beth

 

[Castillo Mom]

Hi Beth. I'm glad you're doing ok and taking it easy. I know it's tough to be the patient when you're normally the caregiver, but try to rest. I hope you're able to get over the carb cravings soon, I'm sure it's a temporary situation and you'll be back to your old self very soon. Take care Beth. Goodnight!

 

[lulu201]

Good morning, Beth. I'm wishing you tons of on your new day. What did you think of AI last night? I was personally voting that the Frank Sinatra kid would get knocked off, but it didn't happen. I loved seeing Clay, though. He's SUPER!

You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your chin up, sweetie--your girlie will be home tomorrow.

,
Erin

 

[DoeWDW]

Beth, I'm thinking of you this morning and sending some extra for patience while you heal and wait. Your dear DD Katie will be home soon and you need to be well-rested, so do NOT think that you should be up and around DOING STUFF today. You still need your rest! Boy, do I sound like my Mom or what???

Settle in with a good book or have DH rent you some movies!! Catch up on writing letters - I love to do this but rarely have time! Make a list of the things you'd like to do - I'd love to try skydiving (as long as I'm strapped to the instructor!), visit the Louvre and go to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, see the pyramids in Egypt, get up the nerve to sing karaoke just once, learn to play the piano, etc. You get the idea - make your own list! It will give you things to dream about!

Have a wonderful day, Beth!!