A wonderful morning, arising with no narcotic hangover; what a blessing to have a clear mind again.
Drugs are wonderful when you need them but I'm thankful to be back down to the over the counter pain medications.
I'm getting stronger each day and the pain is tolerable compared to what it was before surgery. This morning I even made my own breakfast and found that I wasn't quite as ready for that task energy wise---but at least I tried ")
Making breakfast and taking a shower have emptied my energy tank so the rest of the day will be spent on the couch enjoying the Olympics, my puppies, and wonderful sleep.
To find balance and a clear perspective, spend some time alone each day. Get away from your regular busyness and use this quiet time to be alone with God, meditating on His truth and love.
anonymous
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
One week since surgery and I feel like sitting at my computer for a few moments.
As Brian told you in his entry, the surgery went very well, better than expected I'm thankful to report. I spent two nights in the hospital, coming home last Thursday evening; since that time I have spent my time either in my lovely bed or on the couch in the living room enjoying drug induced sleep. My every need being met by my family or my friends; what a blessed woman I am.
Today is my first day cutting back on pain medication; from Oxycodone four times a day to two times a day substituting Tylenol and have had good results---hooray!! My neck feels very good, no more sharp, excruciating pain, just a dull ache that will go away in time as it heals.
With less narcotics I can enjoy more of the Olympics----:) ok so I have to watch the reruns to see what I missed the first go round; sleep is just more fun right now.
Thank you to my dear TT friends and my dear CM&A friends, my neighbors and community friends for all your love and support; we couldn't manage as well without you.
Headed back to my couch for now but will update more tomorrow.
Blessings, joy, and much love to you all,
Kathy
You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.
Acts 2:28
As Brian told you in his entry, the surgery went very well, better than expected I'm thankful to report. I spent two nights in the hospital, coming home last Thursday evening; since that time I have spent my time either in my lovely bed or on the couch in the living room enjoying drug induced sleep. My every need being met by my family or my friends; what a blessed woman I am.
Today is my first day cutting back on pain medication; from Oxycodone four times a day to two times a day substituting Tylenol and have had good results---hooray!! My neck feels very good, no more sharp, excruciating pain, just a dull ache that will go away in time as it heals.
With less narcotics I can enjoy more of the Olympics----:) ok so I have to watch the reruns to see what I missed the first go round; sleep is just more fun right now.
Thank you to my dear TT friends and my dear CM&A friends, my neighbors and community friends for all your love and support; we couldn't manage as well without you.
Headed back to my couch for now but will update more tomorrow.
Blessings, joy, and much love to you all,
Kathy
You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.
Acts 2:28
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Wednesday February 10Th
Kathy and I caught the 6:30 am ferry, arrived at Overlake Hospital at 8:00 checked in and the surgery took place at 10:00.
Operation took 3 hours, When I spoke to Dr Patel he was happy with the way the surgery had gone, If the doctor is happy then so am I!
Kathy spent a comfortable night last night, did not sleep a lot, but sounded good on the phone this morning.
We expect her to stay overnight tonight but Dr. Patel will see her this morning and let us know.
Kathy and I caught the 6:30 am ferry, arrived at Overlake Hospital at 8:00 checked in and the surgery took place at 10:00.
Operation took 3 hours, When I spoke to Dr Patel he was happy with the way the surgery had gone, If the doctor is happy then so am I!
Kathy spent a comfortable night last night, did not sleep a lot, but sounded good on the phone this morning.
We expect her to stay overnight tonight but Dr. Patel will see her this morning and let us know.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Just got "the phone call"; surgery is scheduled for Tuesday, February 9th, 10:30am. at Overlake Hospital in Bellevue. We'll be catching the 7am ferry for an 8am check-in.
Depending on how well things go, I could be there for one to three days.
I'm excited, nervous, scared, and happy all at the same time; it's the human emotion roller coaster syndrome. I'm actually very ready for this; I've had a good week preparing myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually; thanks to those of you (you know who you are :) ) for helping me with this preparation. I have truly been blessed with a wonderful support team and with wonderful caring friends. My journey would have been much more difficult without you. Many thanks to all.
As we enter more and more deeply
into this experience of being humbled and
exalted, our knowledge of God increases,
and with it our peace, our strength
and our joy.
J.I. Packer
Depending on how well things go, I could be there for one to three days.
I'm excited, nervous, scared, and happy all at the same time; it's the human emotion roller coaster syndrome. I'm actually very ready for this; I've had a good week preparing myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually; thanks to those of you (you know who you are :) ) for helping me with this preparation. I have truly been blessed with a wonderful support team and with wonderful caring friends. My journey would have been much more difficult without you. Many thanks to all.
As we enter more and more deeply
into this experience of being humbled and
exalted, our knowledge of God increases,
and with it our peace, our strength
and our joy.
J.I. Packer
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Yesterday held no surprises as I went over the results of last Friday's meylogram and CT scans with my surgeon. As suspected, I have a new ruptured disc at C5, C6/7 fusion from the first surgery is broken and not healing, C7/T1 from the second surgery is not healed completely. The new rupture is responsible for the increasing lose of strength and pain in my right arm and hand; no new news there either, just a confirmation that C5/6 are not happy and need some loving attention.
The plan is to repair the broken fusions and replace the ruptured disc with new bone cells, probably from my hip, and put in a new larger plate to hold C5 to C7 together. To encourage the bone cells to grow I will undergo electric bone stimulation therapy as soon as the surgery is completed.
The surgery schedule is not set yet; I'll post the time and date as soon as that information becomes available. I'm praying for either this coming Thursday or next Tuesday----God is going to have to open up a space and time for the coordination of two neurosurgeons and an OR this quickly.
Thank you for your continued prayer for clear direction and wisdom for all involved in this process, surgeon, his team, and for Brian and I.
Exodus 14:14
The plan is to repair the broken fusions and replace the ruptured disc with new bone cells, probably from my hip, and put in a new larger plate to hold C5 to C7 together. To encourage the bone cells to grow I will undergo electric bone stimulation therapy as soon as the surgery is completed.
The surgery schedule is not set yet; I'll post the time and date as soon as that information becomes available. I'm praying for either this coming Thursday or next Tuesday----God is going to have to open up a space and time for the coordination of two neurosurgeons and an OR this quickly.
Thank you for your continued prayer for clear direction and wisdom for all involved in this process, surgeon, his team, and for Brian and I.
Exodus 14:14
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Yesterday Brian and I caught the 9:30 am ferry and headed to Overlake hospital in Bellevue where I had a meylogram and ct scan. We arrived at the hospital at 10:30 am, checked in, I was admitted and we were promptly escorted to the radiology department where I was put in a room with a lovely lady of 91 years; she was wonderful and I truly enjoyed visiting with her.
I was in a bed by 10:45 pm, stuck with all kinds of needles, poked and prodded, then wheeled off to the operating room at 1pm where the procedure went well. I was back in my room by 2:30 pm, recovered nicely and was on my way home by 5:30pm. A long day, but a good day.
Monday at 11am I meet with my surgeon to go over the results of the test and to hear his surgery strategy.
Thank you for your continued prayers, they are the most important part of this journey.
Blessings,
Kathy
I was in a bed by 10:45 pm, stuck with all kinds of needles, poked and prodded, then wheeled off to the operating room at 1pm where the procedure went well. I was back in my room by 2:30 pm, recovered nicely and was on my way home by 5:30pm. A long day, but a good day.
Monday at 11am I meet with my surgeon to go over the results of the test and to hear his surgery strategy.
Thank you for your continued prayers, they are the most important part of this journey.
Blessings,
Kathy
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Kansky's Kollection Kreated
A dear friend suggested I set up a blog so friends and family could come along on my next surgical journey; I considered the suggestion a logical one that would be both therapeutic for me as I recover and informative for you.
As many of you know, I've had two years of trying to recover from an accident that caused two discs in my neck to rupture. After two surgeries I continue to struggle with pain and nerve damage in my right arm that is causing lose of function in my hand---something that needs to be addressed to prevent permanent damage.
After many tests and several opinions from doctors in the US and Germany and God closing and opening doors; making clear the path I should take, I will be undergoing another cervical surgery within the next two weeks.
The journey begins tomorrow, January 29th, as I begin with a myelogram and ct scan that will be used as a map for the doc's during surgery. (technology is so amazing these days :) )
My prayer is for supernatural wisdom, clarity, steady hands for the doc's; protection and peace for my husband and I and that glory will be given to God through this process.
We are thankful for your prayers and for a God who loves us beyond measure.
Exodus 14:14
The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.
As many of you know, I've had two years of trying to recover from an accident that caused two discs in my neck to rupture. After two surgeries I continue to struggle with pain and nerve damage in my right arm that is causing lose of function in my hand---something that needs to be addressed to prevent permanent damage.
After many tests and several opinions from doctors in the US and Germany and God closing and opening doors; making clear the path I should take, I will be undergoing another cervical surgery within the next two weeks.
The journey begins tomorrow, January 29th, as I begin with a myelogram and ct scan that will be used as a map for the doc's during surgery. (technology is so amazing these days :) )
My prayer is for supernatural wisdom, clarity, steady hands for the doc's; protection and peace for my husband and I and that glory will be given to God through this process.
We are thankful for your prayers and for a God who loves us beyond measure.
Exodus 14:14
The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent.
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