Wow is it great to be moving again!
My first session with my physiotherapist Silvia was very good. I had never met her but had great referrals so off I went last Friday afternoon (driven by my fabulous father!).
We went through a series of questions and range of motion tests along with some acupunture to help wake up my muscles! Then I was given 1 exercise to work on over the weekend. Way less then I'm used to but I was glad at only have 1 exercise as it was a hard one!
My second physio session was on Monday evening. This time we progressed to standing and transferring weight onto my operated side in a number of different ways. It felt good and I had no pain so we progressed to using a cane! I have to admit that over the weekend I had resorted to using only one crutch a lot of the time so I was thrilled that I was getting permission to ditch the crutches and move to the cane alone.
I have been walking with the cane over the past few days and although my muscles are tired and sore (I can't stretch them as I would like yet) it feels great to be moving a little more "normally".
I have my next physio session tonight so we will just have to wait and see what Silvia has me doing next!
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Hospital visit and more!
Last week was my follow up visit with my surgeon as well as getting updated x-rays.
This was the fastest hospital visit I have ever had!!! In and out in under 45 minutes.
We checked in and were sent immediately for x-rays. This is always the most uncomfortable, painful part as they always seem to have the "need" to put you into awkward positions.
Next we were ushered into a curtained off area where we waited only a few minutes for a resident to come pay us a visit. He asked general questions about how I was doing, took a look at my scar and showed us my x-rays.
My hip has WAY more coverage then before proving that the surgery was a success. Seeing the 5 screws in my hip was very interesting. They were all placed close together at the top of my hip bone angling in different directions. The two cuts that were made at the bottom of my pelvis have no screws at all holding them in place. When asked how this works, we were told that the 5 screws up top create enough pressure into the pelvis to hold it all in place as the bones in the lower region heal.
No wonder it is tender to sit in any one position for long periods of time! Once again I was amazed by how awesome the human body is and the things that it can do!
Next the surgeon came to chat. We went over what restrictions I have and how they can now start to change. I am allowed to start putting some weight onto my operated leg although I still need my crutches for a 3-4 weeks. I am allowed to also start twisting, reaching, abducting and bending at my hip as long as it isn't painful. YAY! This was great news.
Over the past week I have been experimenting with all of these new movements. It is a strange feeling to start putting weight on that leg but I have started to get a bit more used to it. In fact, today was the first time that I was able to have a shower standing up! I did keep my shower stool close by just in case I needed to sit, but I didn't need it. I am hoping that it can go back in the box by next week!!!
I am also able to start lying in different positions. I have started side lying and today I was able to get onto my stomach (although only for a few short minutes).
I am also allowed to start physio next week. So I am going for my physio assessment this Friday. This is huge to me. Seven weeks of not being able to exercise or stretch has just about killed me. So I am very excited to see what exercises the physio will give me to get me started on rebuilding some strength.
The biggest change this week has been my state of mind. It was brought to my attention that my entire life I have been trying to overcome the obstacles that I have been presented with. I have felt the need to "push through", "overcome", "be strong" my whole life rather than just accepting that this is my life and I can just be in the moment. Just live. Not struggle through it, but truly just be. This has been a very freeing feeling for me. The weight and expectations that I have place upon myself have been lifted and I feel so much lighter! This disease that I was born with is not a barrier to being myself, it is just part of me. Who I am.
I will keep you posted with my progress and thanks for reading!
This was the fastest hospital visit I have ever had!!! In and out in under 45 minutes.
We checked in and were sent immediately for x-rays. This is always the most uncomfortable, painful part as they always seem to have the "need" to put you into awkward positions.
Next we were ushered into a curtained off area where we waited only a few minutes for a resident to come pay us a visit. He asked general questions about how I was doing, took a look at my scar and showed us my x-rays.
My hip has WAY more coverage then before proving that the surgery was a success. Seeing the 5 screws in my hip was very interesting. They were all placed close together at the top of my hip bone angling in different directions. The two cuts that were made at the bottom of my pelvis have no screws at all holding them in place. When asked how this works, we were told that the 5 screws up top create enough pressure into the pelvis to hold it all in place as the bones in the lower region heal.
No wonder it is tender to sit in any one position for long periods of time! Once again I was amazed by how awesome the human body is and the things that it can do!
Next the surgeon came to chat. We went over what restrictions I have and how they can now start to change. I am allowed to start putting some weight onto my operated leg although I still need my crutches for a 3-4 weeks. I am allowed to also start twisting, reaching, abducting and bending at my hip as long as it isn't painful. YAY! This was great news.
Over the past week I have been experimenting with all of these new movements. It is a strange feeling to start putting weight on that leg but I have started to get a bit more used to it. In fact, today was the first time that I was able to have a shower standing up! I did keep my shower stool close by just in case I needed to sit, but I didn't need it. I am hoping that it can go back in the box by next week!!!
I am also able to start lying in different positions. I have started side lying and today I was able to get onto my stomach (although only for a few short minutes).
I am also allowed to start physio next week. So I am going for my physio assessment this Friday. This is huge to me. Seven weeks of not being able to exercise or stretch has just about killed me. So I am very excited to see what exercises the physio will give me to get me started on rebuilding some strength.
The biggest change this week has been my state of mind. It was brought to my attention that my entire life I have been trying to overcome the obstacles that I have been presented with. I have felt the need to "push through", "overcome", "be strong" my whole life rather than just accepting that this is my life and I can just be in the moment. Just live. Not struggle through it, but truly just be. This has been a very freeing feeling for me. The weight and expectations that I have place upon myself have been lifted and I feel so much lighter! This disease that I was born with is not a barrier to being myself, it is just part of me. Who I am.
I will keep you posted with my progress and thanks for reading!
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
22 Days Post Op
I have been home now for two and a half weeks. Sometimes the days pass very quickly with visitors, books, movies and work and other days pass by in super slow motion!
My mobility and strength are improving although also at a snails pace, but are improving none the less. I am still using the walker to get around most days as my crutches scare me a bit still. However, I am now able to bend at my knee with my foot behind me off the floor and hop along for an increased number of steps. This allows me to move much faster around the house. My goal is to be on my crutches by the end of the week!
I am finding that my two biggest challenges are my digestive system (upset by medications and iron supplements, but is getting better slowly) and my numb bum! Some days it doesn't seem to matter what position I am in, the blood flow through my glutes seems to be disrupted lol.
I get regular updates from my awesome staff on how things are going at the studio and I am so impressed by the organization of my team. I know they are trying hard not to bother me with questions but I am excited when they call so that I get to hear their voices and get updates on all the amazing Fly Girls and Guys! I hear you are all working hard!
I have been spending time this week with my next book writing project. I am going to say that the first draft is approximately 75% done. It is far enough along that I get excited looking at it and wake up with new ideas each day.
This afternoon will be my second outing since arriving home from the hospital. (First was Easter Dinner at my parents house). Today I will be going to the doctor to have my incision looked at and make sure it is healing properly. I am more worried about the car ride then the appointment!
I want to thank all of you who have sent cards, flowers, emails, positive thoughts and so forth! You are all so sweet and hearing from each and every one of you makes my days seem brighter. Thank-you.
I will update again soon!
B
My mobility and strength are improving although also at a snails pace, but are improving none the less. I am still using the walker to get around most days as my crutches scare me a bit still. However, I am now able to bend at my knee with my foot behind me off the floor and hop along for an increased number of steps. This allows me to move much faster around the house. My goal is to be on my crutches by the end of the week!
I am finding that my two biggest challenges are my digestive system (upset by medications and iron supplements, but is getting better slowly) and my numb bum! Some days it doesn't seem to matter what position I am in, the blood flow through my glutes seems to be disrupted lol.
I get regular updates from my awesome staff on how things are going at the studio and I am so impressed by the organization of my team. I know they are trying hard not to bother me with questions but I am excited when they call so that I get to hear their voices and get updates on all the amazing Fly Girls and Guys! I hear you are all working hard!
I have been spending time this week with my next book writing project. I am going to say that the first draft is approximately 75% done. It is far enough along that I get excited looking at it and wake up with new ideas each day.
This afternoon will be my second outing since arriving home from the hospital. (First was Easter Dinner at my parents house). Today I will be going to the doctor to have my incision looked at and make sure it is healing properly. I am more worried about the car ride then the appointment!
I want to thank all of you who have sent cards, flowers, emails, positive thoughts and so forth! You are all so sweet and hearing from each and every one of you makes my days seem brighter. Thank-you.
I will update again soon!
B
Monday, March 25, 2013
Choices
Today I would like to talk about choices.
People ask me all the time how I do it. How have I lived a life with multiple surgeries, constant pain and challenges and still do what I do each day. How can I have such an active career and positive attitude.
My answer is choices. We have choices to make day in and day out. We chose to get up each day, to go to work, what we eat, if we workout, etc. There are things that we are presented with in life that we feel are not choices. Like my physical issues. I didn't chose to have Legg-Calve Perthes Disease. But I CAN chose how I deal with it each day. I can CHOSE if it will run my life, stop me in my tracks, and make me stay in bed all day or I can CHOSE to figure out how to live with it. How to use it to propel me forward in life.
I still have moments, or days even, where I get depressed and frustrated by things. But then I remind myself that I am in control.
Yesterday had a number of "hard" moments. Moments of pain, anger, frustration. But I decided that my mantra for the day was "I can do hard things" and every time one of those feelings came over me I repeated my mantra in my head. I CAN do hard things. I have done hard things. And this "hard thing" at this very moment will pass and I will get through it.
Knowing that I am in control helps. I may need help to get out of bed, reach my toothbrush, get food, massage my cramping foot but I am still in control of how I emotionally deal with each of these things.
I have learned very quickly that its alright to ask for help. In fact people are truly WANTING to help me. I have learned that my fiance loves me beyond measure as he jumps up at 3 am when I have to use the washroom and through his sleep helps me get out of bed without hesitation. He is willing and happy to do anything I need. I have never felt love like this outside of my blood relatives! It is quite a feeling to know someone is there for you 110%
Getting messages from family, friends and clients is amazing! The feeling of gratitude and support is overwhelming and I can't put into words how fabulous it feels to know you are all on my side!
Thank-you to each and every one of you who is reading this blog and is sending positive, healing thoughts my way. You ARE making a difference in my life. I feel you!!!
Chat with you all again soon.
Briar
People ask me all the time how I do it. How have I lived a life with multiple surgeries, constant pain and challenges and still do what I do each day. How can I have such an active career and positive attitude.
My answer is choices. We have choices to make day in and day out. We chose to get up each day, to go to work, what we eat, if we workout, etc. There are things that we are presented with in life that we feel are not choices. Like my physical issues. I didn't chose to have Legg-Calve Perthes Disease. But I CAN chose how I deal with it each day. I can CHOSE if it will run my life, stop me in my tracks, and make me stay in bed all day or I can CHOSE to figure out how to live with it. How to use it to propel me forward in life.
I still have moments, or days even, where I get depressed and frustrated by things. But then I remind myself that I am in control.
Yesterday had a number of "hard" moments. Moments of pain, anger, frustration. But I decided that my mantra for the day was "I can do hard things" and every time one of those feelings came over me I repeated my mantra in my head. I CAN do hard things. I have done hard things. And this "hard thing" at this very moment will pass and I will get through it.
Knowing that I am in control helps. I may need help to get out of bed, reach my toothbrush, get food, massage my cramping foot but I am still in control of how I emotionally deal with each of these things.
I have learned very quickly that its alright to ask for help. In fact people are truly WANTING to help me. I have learned that my fiance loves me beyond measure as he jumps up at 3 am when I have to use the washroom and through his sleep helps me get out of bed without hesitation. He is willing and happy to do anything I need. I have never felt love like this outside of my blood relatives! It is quite a feeling to know someone is there for you 110%
Getting messages from family, friends and clients is amazing! The feeling of gratitude and support is overwhelming and I can't put into words how fabulous it feels to know you are all on my side!
Thank-you to each and every one of you who is reading this blog and is sending positive, healing thoughts my way. You ARE making a difference in my life. I feel you!!!
Chat with you all again soon.
Briar
Friday, March 22, 2013
Hospital Stay
Well it is done! Tuesday we arrived at the hospital about 5:45 am. We went to admitting and signed some forms. We were then taken upstairs to the Surgical waiting room. This is where they had me change, take some medication to aid in the recovery process.
Next we moved into a small little private room where the surgical nurse came to chat, the anesthesiologist, surgical resident who all went over what we were about to do.
Then I walked into the operating room and was introduced to my team (there was a lot of them). I lay on the very narrow table that didn't even have room for my arms to be beside me! They had to attach arm plates.
The anesthesiologist had quite a hard time getting my IV in place but after a few tries finally got it. The main surgeon came in and asked if I had any questions. Then he turned to chat with the two residents that would be assisting him.
I had the ECG leads put on my chest to monitor my heart and mask put on my face and slowly fell asleep.
The surgery lasted 5 hours with my parents and Reg waiting for me the entire time.
Upon waking in the recovery room I found out that I had lost a lot of blood and they then decided to give me a blood transfusion. My hemoglobin had dropped to 68 (very low).
They did a few x-rays at this point by lifting me to place the film under my pelvis. Quite painful.
My mother came in to do some healing touch therapy. After about 15 minutes of this I started to have a panic attack (not sure why) but I couldn’t get a breath in and it was very scary. My nurse (Chris Brown) along with the rest of the team got me settled down with my Mother in the waiting room.
They had me in the recovery room for 4 hours. After a cardiologist gave the okay they finally moved me up to my room for the night.
My roommate had been in the hospital for a week and was a very sweet woman. Unfortunately I didn’t get much rest that first night as it was pretty loud. Tons of people coming and going from the room all night long.
Wednesday was interesting. I felt very out of it and groggy but able to articulate things a bit better. They had me sit at the edge of my bed, then use a walker to move a few steps to my left, sit back down and get back into bed. This was tough as I was very nauseous and light headed. Later in the day the physiotherapist came back to give me a set of exercises to do daily while in bed. They were tough but easier than getting up.
Later on Wednesday I did a second round of the sitting, walker, sitting and lying down.
Wednesday night I had my room to myself and got a much better sleep even though they were still coming in every 2-4 hours to give me my meds and check my vitals.
Thursday was a better day. They took out my catheter very early in the morning and therefore I was forced to get up a number of times throughout the day to use the washroom. Smart people! I was getting stronger and feeling a bit better although still very nauseous.
Thursday evening I got another roommate. So the night was rough again as not only did we have the same issues of multiple nurses coming and going but the patients mother stayed the entire night (as is seems she will do again tonight).
Today I had much more energy, was able to get a lot more food to stay down, did more exercise and was very grateful for the upper body strength that I have!
My hemoglobin levels are still down so they are trying to decide what to do about that but there has been a lot of talk of me going home tomorrow (Saturday).
So that’s the technical update!
We are currently getting the condo suited up with gadgets to help me at home and I am looking forward to a good nights sleep!!!
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Heart Appointments
In the past two weeks I have gone for a number of appointments regarding my heart. I had updated tests done and have seen a cardiologist as well as the internal medicine department at the hospital.
It has been decided that my heart is strong and fine to move forward with my hip surgery. Therefore, the surgery will take place as planned on Tuesday. We still don't have a time but I am supposed to call tomorrow to get that information.
I have spent the past four days getting organized for the next few weeks as well as trying to keep my mind busy so that I don't obsess about the surgery and all the possible outcomes.
I'm sure everything will go well and I will update you from the hospital next week (or have Reg update you all for me!)
Talk to you soon!
B
It has been decided that my heart is strong and fine to move forward with my hip surgery. Therefore, the surgery will take place as planned on Tuesday. We still don't have a time but I am supposed to call tomorrow to get that information.
I have spent the past four days getting organized for the next few weeks as well as trying to keep my mind busy so that I don't obsess about the surgery and all the possible outcomes.
I'm sure everything will go well and I will update you from the hospital next week (or have Reg update you all for me!)
Talk to you soon!
B
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Pre-op appointment
My surgery has been scheduled for March 19, 2013
Yesterday Feb 20th I had my pre-op appointment at the hospital. It was to see all the different departments that would be involved on surgery day to get detailed information on how everything will work and to ask all our questions.
The day started very well. We arrived at 8 am and were taken into a large room where we were greeted by our nurse for the day. She went through my forms, asked lots of questions, and explained the basic outline for surgery day (what time to arrive, where the waiting room for my family is, where I will be taken after surgery, etc).
Next I had a quick ECG so that they could get a look at my heart rhythms. I have two congenital heart issues that I already knew about. I have a prolapsed mitral valve and a right bundle branch blockage. In the past they have caused a lot of chest pain when under extreme amounts of stress but in the past year I have rarely had any symptoms.
Next we saw the pharmacist who went through all the supplements that I am on and explained about post op medications.
Then we had the donor nurse come in. She explained the that the likelihood of me needing a blood transfusion during surgery was high and that I could be my own blood donor if my iron (haemoglobin) store were high enough. She explained the entire procedure and when I could go and do this and where. Donating your own blood decreases the likelihood of your body rejecting or having a reaction to that much blood being put into your body.
My blood work came back and my levels were great! I could be my own donor.
Next we saw the anesthesiologist. She was very concerned about my heart issues and was worried about how my heart would handle the surgery. She has referred me to the Internal Medicine Unit at the hospital so that they can take a closer look at my heart before surgery.
Here is when everything changed. The only appointment they could get me with this department isn't until March 14th (5 days before my scheduled surgery). If this department wants more tests my surgery may be postponed. They could also decide that it is not safe for me to do the surgery at all.
Along with all of this, it also means that I can no longer be my own blood donor. We need at least 10 days from when I donate to the date of my surgery for my haemoglobin stores to regenerate and since my appointment is only 5 days before that is no longer an option. They don't want me to donate before if there is a chance of me not having the surgery as then my stores will be low and all that blood goes to waste as they will not use it on anyone else.
Next the surgical resident came in. She went over all the details about my surgery with regards to exactly what they would be doing, step by step. She also tested the range of motion in my hip and measured my leg length difference.
After all of this we went to get new x-rays. We were stuck there for an hour and 45 minutes due to a back up and we missed our physio appointment so I don't have any details to tell you about what they expect for me post op at the moment.
So that is where I currently stand. We need to wait out the next 3 weeks until my heart appointment before knowing if the surgery is a go or not...
Yesterday Feb 20th I had my pre-op appointment at the hospital. It was to see all the different departments that would be involved on surgery day to get detailed information on how everything will work and to ask all our questions.
The day started very well. We arrived at 8 am and were taken into a large room where we were greeted by our nurse for the day. She went through my forms, asked lots of questions, and explained the basic outline for surgery day (what time to arrive, where the waiting room for my family is, where I will be taken after surgery, etc).
Next I had a quick ECG so that they could get a look at my heart rhythms. I have two congenital heart issues that I already knew about. I have a prolapsed mitral valve and a right bundle branch blockage. In the past they have caused a lot of chest pain when under extreme amounts of stress but in the past year I have rarely had any symptoms.
Next we saw the pharmacist who went through all the supplements that I am on and explained about post op medications.
Then we had the donor nurse come in. She explained the that the likelihood of me needing a blood transfusion during surgery was high and that I could be my own blood donor if my iron (haemoglobin) store were high enough. She explained the entire procedure and when I could go and do this and where. Donating your own blood decreases the likelihood of your body rejecting or having a reaction to that much blood being put into your body.
My blood work came back and my levels were great! I could be my own donor.
Next we saw the anesthesiologist. She was very concerned about my heart issues and was worried about how my heart would handle the surgery. She has referred me to the Internal Medicine Unit at the hospital so that they can take a closer look at my heart before surgery.
Here is when everything changed. The only appointment they could get me with this department isn't until March 14th (5 days before my scheduled surgery). If this department wants more tests my surgery may be postponed. They could also decide that it is not safe for me to do the surgery at all.
Along with all of this, it also means that I can no longer be my own blood donor. We need at least 10 days from when I donate to the date of my surgery for my haemoglobin stores to regenerate and since my appointment is only 5 days before that is no longer an option. They don't want me to donate before if there is a chance of me not having the surgery as then my stores will be low and all that blood goes to waste as they will not use it on anyone else.
Next the surgical resident came in. She went over all the details about my surgery with regards to exactly what they would be doing, step by step. She also tested the range of motion in my hip and measured my leg length difference.
After all of this we went to get new x-rays. We were stuck there for an hour and 45 minutes due to a back up and we missed our physio appointment so I don't have any details to tell you about what they expect for me post op at the moment.
So that is where I currently stand. We need to wait out the next 3 weeks until my heart appointment before knowing if the surgery is a go or not...
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Last week and This week
Hello everyone!
I am going to write about last week first...
Last week was really good health wise. I decided that I needed to step up my workouts (when I'm having "good" days) in order to truly start gaining some more strength. I did a modified bootcamp workout with one of my classes, did a TRX workout with my best friend and did a weight workout on the weekend.
I also made sure that I had a green smoothie each day to increase my nutrients going in and help boost my immune system as well as take everything my Naturopath had given me.
This week was a bit different. My grandmother was quite ill and passed away yesterday. My spirit was not so into working out this week and I have to admit that even though I am a personal trainer, I am a bit of an emotional eater! So my nutrition this week was not as great and I forgot to take my Naturopath supplements.
I did however make healthy cookies and banana chips in my dehydrator, take lots of baths and worked on my dream boards to help my mind and soul heal.
I have also decided that I would love to try parallette bars for my upper body and core strength. It looks like so much fun and it doesn't involve my legs too much so I should be able to do it fairly frequently! I will keep you updated on this one.
I would like to take a quick moment to thank everyone who has supported my family over the past few weeks. We have an amazing support system and it doesn't go unnoticed. So thank-you for everything!
Now my Gram was one of the strongest, most courageous women I have ever met and she would want me to get myself back on track so that I am physically and mentally ready for this surgery.
SOOOO, here I go!
B.
I am going to write about last week first...
Last week was really good health wise. I decided that I needed to step up my workouts (when I'm having "good" days) in order to truly start gaining some more strength. I did a modified bootcamp workout with one of my classes, did a TRX workout with my best friend and did a weight workout on the weekend.
I also made sure that I had a green smoothie each day to increase my nutrients going in and help boost my immune system as well as take everything my Naturopath had given me.
This week was a bit different. My grandmother was quite ill and passed away yesterday. My spirit was not so into working out this week and I have to admit that even though I am a personal trainer, I am a bit of an emotional eater! So my nutrition this week was not as great and I forgot to take my Naturopath supplements.
I did however make healthy cookies and banana chips in my dehydrator, take lots of baths and worked on my dream boards to help my mind and soul heal.
I have also decided that I would love to try parallette bars for my upper body and core strength. It looks like so much fun and it doesn't involve my legs too much so I should be able to do it fairly frequently! I will keep you updated on this one.
I would like to take a quick moment to thank everyone who has supported my family over the past few weeks. We have an amazing support system and it doesn't go unnoticed. So thank-you for everything!
Now my Gram was one of the strongest, most courageous women I have ever met and she would want me to get myself back on track so that I am physically and mentally ready for this surgery.
SOOOO, here I go!
B.
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
Next Step
Hi everyone!
Happy New Year! Sorry it has been so long since my last post. Things have gotten interesting in my life!
1) Over the holidays I got engaged! Super excited about this! Let the planning begin!
2) We have decided to take the next step with regards to my hip and this means surgery.
They will be doing a Peri Acetabular Osteotomy. This is pelvic surgery to deepen my hip socket to help decrease my pain levels and to help prep me for a hip replacement down the road (hopefully not for 10 years or so).
This surgery is a bit scary for me as in my eyes surgery truly is the last resort as it is so invasive. But at the same time I am glad that there is a treatment plan and hopeful at the outcome.
I will be off work for 3-4 months with this option and have been spending the past month organizing, prepping, planning and putting systems into place with my business in order to make this possible. Luckily, I have an amazing family and supportive staff to help out.
I have not been given a date yet for the surgery (although they tried to convince me to go in before Christmas) and I have been calling weekly trying to get them to give me some idea as to when this might happen. I may just go down to the hospital later this week. Owning my own business means that I HAVE to plan and not knowing when I will be leaving is posing some difficulties.
In the mean time I have put into place a pre-surgery plan of action to help make sure that my body and mind are ready for this. I will be keeping you all updated on my steps and progress until the date of surgery.
Talk to you soon!
B
Happy New Year! Sorry it has been so long since my last post. Things have gotten interesting in my life!
1) Over the holidays I got engaged! Super excited about this! Let the planning begin!
2) We have decided to take the next step with regards to my hip and this means surgery.
They will be doing a Peri Acetabular Osteotomy. This is pelvic surgery to deepen my hip socket to help decrease my pain levels and to help prep me for a hip replacement down the road (hopefully not for 10 years or so).
This surgery is a bit scary for me as in my eyes surgery truly is the last resort as it is so invasive. But at the same time I am glad that there is a treatment plan and hopeful at the outcome.
I will be off work for 3-4 months with this option and have been spending the past month organizing, prepping, planning and putting systems into place with my business in order to make this possible. Luckily, I have an amazing family and supportive staff to help out.
I have not been given a date yet for the surgery (although they tried to convince me to go in before Christmas) and I have been calling weekly trying to get them to give me some idea as to when this might happen. I may just go down to the hospital later this week. Owning my own business means that I HAVE to plan and not knowing when I will be leaving is posing some difficulties.
In the mean time I have put into place a pre-surgery plan of action to help make sure that my body and mind are ready for this. I will be keeping you all updated on my steps and progress until the date of surgery.
Talk to you soon!
B
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