Post-surgery

My surgery was successful!

I went in at 10:00 on Friday, got blood work done, got prepped for surgery, and went into surgery around 1:30. The hardest part of the day was not being able to eat or drink anything. My mouth was incredibly dry. After surgery, I drank 2 small bottles of water, a grape juice carton, and more water from my gatorade bottle. Unfortunately, I didn't say anything too crazy. I was kind of hoping the medicine would make me loopy and my parents would have some entertainment, but all it did was make me drowsy. The surgery didn't take long at all, and I was able to leave the hospital around 4:00.

I am so happy Renee was there! It made the whole process so much easier and more enjoyable! The nurses were laughing at us the whole time because of how good of a mood we were in and how we wanted to see each other before and after surgery. It also helped that my parents were there. I don't know how I would have handled everything without them. Stephen was there when I woke up, which was the best surprise. He was disappointed that I didn't say anything too crazy or act very loopy. Matt had to work all day, so he came that night and met us for dinner.

Recovery has gone well so far. My leg hasn't been giving me too much pain, and I have been able to get around pretty well on my crutches. The pain medicine really affected my stomach, so I stopped taking that and now I'm just taking ibuprofen. It takes me twice as long to do everything since I am in a straight leg brace and dependent on crutches. Matt has been a huge help. He has made things so much easier and has done so much for me. Even when I have been irritable and frustrated, he still helps with such a good attitude. I was so sad to see him go tonight.

I hate feeling helpless and dependent on others. This has definitely been a humbling experience. I'm reminded that this is how God wants me to be in my relationship with him. He wants me to depend on him for strength and be helpless without him. I try to stay in control and independent because I think I can do things on my own, but if I depend on him, things will go a lot smoother.

I see Dr. Linton tomorrow and get my stitches out Thursday. I'll be walking again in no time!