Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Hi guys, Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor or wing than I. I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. Geeze!!! Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! Safe journey, MGB 03 MAY 00 Safely on the other side!!!! Dr. Rutledge clos.net Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit Self Pay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 In a message dated 5/4/2000 2:23:29 PM Eastern Daylight Time, valmaboyz@... writes: : I am so glad to hear you made it through with flying colors! That is wonderful. I am sure a lot of people who have never met you, me included, were thinking about you and praying for you. << The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it >> When you are feeling up to it please do post about the hypnosis. How interesting! Take care, Jackie in DE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 I have been waiting to hear from you and how things went for you. Your story is so wonderful. You spoke about the tire and a sign. I would have done the same thing. Ever since s death, I have been paying attention to what I believe are signs. I just hope that I am reading the signs right. haha So glad to hear that you are feeling great! Please keep us updated. Kim Cook keep me in your prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Dear , It sure is great to hear how well you did. Many prayers were answered. Much love to you and hope you continue at warp speed to quickly recover. Keep us posted minute by minute. We want to know EVERYTHING! Thanking God for your safety. Love, Liz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 , I am so happy for you, and relieved! I wanted to remind that Saturday is National Scrapbook day.lol Your husband is sweet! Hang on to him. Now get some rest. Trisha Lanman praying Dr. R. will help me to the other side soon!!! Las Vegas NV bmi 40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Dearest ! I'm so glad you did well (we knew you would!) and are back home. Tell Tony thanks so much for the update. It was very nicely done! I'll be at clinic 9 a.m. Saturday. I hope to see you when you get your staples out! Please look for me...5'8 " , 280, blond hair, glasses, carrying cute 8 mo. old baby! Blessings, ~Amy. ____________________________________ Amy S. Poe Help Desk Manager onHealth.com 's BAAACCCCKKKK!!! Hi guys, Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor or wing than I. I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. Geeze!!! Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! Safe journey, MGB 03 MAY 00 Safely on the other side!!!! Dr. Rutledge clos.net Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit Self Pay _____ http://click.egroups.com/1/3927/1/_/453517/_/957464536/> http://adimg.egroups.com/img/3927/1/_/453517/_/957464536/> _____ This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com Please visit our web site at http://clos.net http://clos.net> Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Dearest ! I'm so glad you did well (we knew you would!) and are back home. Tell Tony thanks so much for the update. It was very nicely done! I'll be at clinic 9 a.m. Saturday. I hope to see you when you get your staples out! Please look for me...5'8 " , 280, blond hair, glasses, carrying cute 8 mo. old baby! Blessings, ~Amy. ____________________________________ Amy S. Poe Help Desk Manager onHealth.com 's BAAACCCCKKKK!!! Hi guys, Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor or wing than I. I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. Geeze!!! Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! Safe journey, MGB 03 MAY 00 Safely on the other side!!!! Dr. Rutledge clos.net Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit Self Pay _____ http://click.egroups.com/1/3927/1/_/453517/_/957464536/> http://adimg.egroups.com/img/3927/1/_/453517/_/957464536/> _____ This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com Please visit our web site at http://clos.net http://clos.net> Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Dearest ! I'm so glad you did well (we knew you would!) and are back home. Tell Tony thanks so much for the update. It was very nicely done! I'll be at clinic 9 a.m. Saturday. I hope to see you when you get your staples out! Please look for me...5'8 " , 280, blond hair, glasses, carrying cute 8 mo. old baby! Blessings, ~Amy. ____________________________________ Amy S. Poe Help Desk Manager onHealth.com 's BAAACCCCKKKK!!! Hi guys, Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor or wing than I. I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. Geeze!!! Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! Safe journey, MGB 03 MAY 00 Safely on the other side!!!! Dr. Rutledge clos.net Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit Self Pay _____ http://click.egroups.com/1/3927/1/_/453517/_/957464536/> http://adimg.egroups.com/img/3927/1/_/453517/_/957464536/> _____ This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com Please visit our web site at http://clos.net http://clos.net> Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 ! I'm so glad to hear from you! You've been in my prayers! Glad to hear all went well, even with flat tires and all! Keep us posted. {{HUGS}} Claire Redhead in FL MGB 4/10/00 Dr. Rutledge (http:/clos.net) " He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus. " - Phil. 1:6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 In a message dated 5/4/2000 6:36:58 PM Eastern Daylight Time, rhandr@... writes: << I am so glad that you ae hoem and safe and feeling ok, give Tony kisses for us, I just love it when Men rise to the occasion. te-he Robynn >> ***** Robynn, I just wanted everyone else to notice I am not the only speed typist that needs spell-check.lol and I too love men that rise to the occasion Trisha Lanman praying Dr. R. will help me to the other side soon!!! Las Vegas NV bmi 40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 In a message dated 5/4/2000 6:36:58 PM Eastern Daylight Time, rhandr@... writes: << I am so glad that you ae hoem and safe and feeling ok, give Tony kisses for us, I just love it when Men rise to the occasion. te-he Robynn >> ***** Robynn, I just wanted everyone else to notice I am not the only speed typist that needs spell-check.lol and I too love men that rise to the occasion Trisha Lanman praying Dr. R. will help me to the other side soon!!! Las Vegas NV bmi 40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 In a message dated 5/4/2000 6:36:58 PM Eastern Daylight Time, rhandr@... writes: << I am so glad that you ae hoem and safe and feeling ok, give Tony kisses for us, I just love it when Men rise to the occasion. te-he Robynn >> ***** Robynn, I just wanted everyone else to notice I am not the only speed typist that needs spell-check.lol and I too love men that rise to the occasion Trisha Lanman praying Dr. R. will help me to the other side soon!!! Las Vegas NV bmi 40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 , So glad to hear all went well. Yes, please tell us about the hypnosis. I am scheduled for 5/15 and want to do this. I am totally ready for this surgery, I am just deathly afraid of surgery itself. Rest, and when your up to it post it, please. Thanks, Debbie H. MGB 5-15-2000 (pre-op) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 I am so glad to know you are diong well. Being " on the other side " of obesity is a wonderful place to be isn't it? Wishing you continued success! Lynda in NC mgb 12-16-99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 I am so glad to know you are diong well. Being " on the other side " of obesity is a wonderful place to be isn't it? Wishing you continued success! Lynda in NC mgb 12-16-99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 I am so glad to know you are diong well. Being " on the other side " of obesity is a wonderful place to be isn't it? Wishing you continued success! Lynda in NC mgb 12-16-99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 ~ Congratulations on your surgery! I was thinking about you yesterday, and was so happy to see your husband's wonderful post (he sounds like a definite keeper). I'm so glad for you that things went so smoothly and that you did not experience too much pain. Thanks also for telling us some details about the pre- and post-surgery routine in the hospital. It definitely helps us nervous " pre-ops " to know what to expect. My surgery is May 25 and I am getting more nervous! My nervousness used to be completely outweighed (no pun intended) by excitement but as it gets closer I am getting more and more nervous. So, yes, count me in as one interested in hearing about the hypnosis deal -- now that was something they didn't teach in my doctorate program!! I've heard of women having babies naturally, using hypnosis to ease the pain and to help them stay calm and relaxed. Well -- I'm so thrilled for you!! I think I am one of the last one's from the April 15 clinic to go for surgery. I will be so happy to join you as a post-op!! Best / e ************************************************* gabjones@... ************************************************* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 ~ Congratulations on your surgery! I was thinking about you yesterday, and was so happy to see your husband's wonderful post (he sounds like a definite keeper). I'm so glad for you that things went so smoothly and that you did not experience too much pain. Thanks also for telling us some details about the pre- and post-surgery routine in the hospital. It definitely helps us nervous " pre-ops " to know what to expect. My surgery is May 25 and I am getting more nervous! My nervousness used to be completely outweighed (no pun intended) by excitement but as it gets closer I am getting more and more nervous. So, yes, count me in as one interested in hearing about the hypnosis deal -- now that was something they didn't teach in my doctorate program!! I've heard of women having babies naturally, using hypnosis to ease the pain and to help them stay calm and relaxed. Well -- I'm so thrilled for you!! I think I am one of the last one's from the April 15 clinic to go for surgery. I will be so happy to join you as a post-op!! Best / e ************************************************* gabjones@... ************************************************* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 ~ Congratulations on your surgery! I was thinking about you yesterday, and was so happy to see your husband's wonderful post (he sounds like a definite keeper). I'm so glad for you that things went so smoothly and that you did not experience too much pain. Thanks also for telling us some details about the pre- and post-surgery routine in the hospital. It definitely helps us nervous " pre-ops " to know what to expect. My surgery is May 25 and I am getting more nervous! My nervousness used to be completely outweighed (no pun intended) by excitement but as it gets closer I am getting more and more nervous. So, yes, count me in as one interested in hearing about the hypnosis deal -- now that was something they didn't teach in my doctorate program!! I've heard of women having babies naturally, using hypnosis to ease the pain and to help them stay calm and relaxed. Well -- I'm so thrilled for you!! I think I am one of the last one's from the April 15 clinic to go for surgery. I will be so happy to join you as a post-op!! Best / e ************************************************* gabjones@... ************************************************* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Hi There: You have my curiosity up, what does a hypnosis have to do with your surgery,LOL. I am so happy you made it! Happy days ahead for you {{{{{HUGS}}}}} in Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 , I am so glad that you ae hoem and safe and feeling ok, give Tony kisses for us, I just love it when Men rise to the occasion. te-he Robynn 's BAAACCCCKKKK!!! > Hi guys, > Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout > this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking > in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before > surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I > don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. > When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and > afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, > didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk > 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. > > It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand > and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my > lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems > he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been > more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. > > I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I > met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better > when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from > Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor > or wing than I. > > I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The > nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, > oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their > way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , > one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He > nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares > alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been > his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He > said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for > awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. > > The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will > describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I > was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we > had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for > awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the > whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a > sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full > speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear > Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so > he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to > go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never > get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change > the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of > the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without > getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive > 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as > we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting > medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. > Geeze!!! > > Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! > > Safe journey, > > > MGB 03 MAY 00 > Safely on the other side!!!! > Dr. Rutledge clos.net > Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical > Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit > Self Pay > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Because High School yearbooks are only the beginning, Classmates.com > has 6 million registered Alumni and active message boards for over > 30,000 High Schools. You'll probably find your memories here: > http://click.egroups.com/1/3957/1/_/453517/_/957464536/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 , I am so glad that you ae hoem and safe and feeling ok, give Tony kisses for us, I just love it when Men rise to the occasion. te-he Robynn 's BAAACCCCKKKK!!! > Hi guys, > Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout > this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking > in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before > surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I > don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. > When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and > afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, > didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk > 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. > > It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand > and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my > lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems > he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been > more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. > > I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I > met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better > when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from > Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor > or wing than I. > > I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The > nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, > oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their > way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , > one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He > nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares > alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been > his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He > said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for > awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. > > The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will > describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I > was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we > had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for > awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the > whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a > sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full > speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear > Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so > he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to > go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never > get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change > the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of > the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without > getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive > 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as > we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting > medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. > Geeze!!! > > Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! > > Safe journey, > > > MGB 03 MAY 00 > Safely on the other side!!!! > Dr. Rutledge clos.net > Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical > Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit > Self Pay > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Because High School yearbooks are only the beginning, Classmates.com > has 6 million registered Alumni and active message boards for over > 30,000 High Schools. You'll probably find your memories here: > http://click.egroups.com/1/3957/1/_/453517/_/957464536/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 , I am so glad that you ae hoem and safe and feeling ok, give Tony kisses for us, I just love it when Men rise to the occasion. te-he Robynn 's BAAACCCCKKKK!!! > Hi guys, > Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout > this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking > in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before > surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I > don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. > When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and > afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, > didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk > 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. > > It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand > and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my > lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems > he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been > more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. > > I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I > met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better > when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from > Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor > or wing than I. > > I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The > nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, > oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their > way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , > one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He > nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares > alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been > his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He > said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for > awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. > > The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will > describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I > was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we > had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for > awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the > whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a > sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full > speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear > Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so > he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to > go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never > get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change > the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of > the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without > getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive > 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as > we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting > medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. > Geeze!!! > > Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! > > Safe journey, > > > MGB 03 MAY 00 > Safely on the other side!!!! > Dr. Rutledge clos.net > Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical > Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit > Self Pay > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Because High School yearbooks are only the beginning, Classmates.com > has 6 million registered Alumni and active message boards for over > 30,000 High Schools. You'll probably find your memories here: > http://click.egroups.com/1/3957/1/_/453517/_/957464536/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Dear , HOORAY for YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so glad you are ok and out of my bed!!!!!! I'm ready to use that sucker.......HA HA HA I can't wait to see some pictures. Tell Tony we all appreciated to update.......I thought about you all day. I'm glad all the poat-ops are doing good. Keep in touch. Love, Genz valmaboyz@... wrote: > Hi guys, > Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout > this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking > in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before > surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I > don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. > When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and > afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, > didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk > 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. > > It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand > and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my > lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems > he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been > more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. > > I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I > met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better > when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from > Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor > or wing than I. > > I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The > nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, > oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their > way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , > one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He > nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares > alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been > his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He > said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for > awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. > > The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will > describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I > was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we > had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for > awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the > whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a > sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full > speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear > Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so > he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to > go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never > get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change > the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of > the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without > getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive > 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as > we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting > medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. > Geeze!!! > > Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! > > Safe journey, > > > MGB 03 MAY 00 > Safely on the other side!!!! > Dr. Rutledge clos.net > Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical > Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit > Self Pay > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Because High School yearbooks are only the beginning, Classmates.com > has 6 million registered Alumni and active message boards for over > 30,000 High Schools. You'll probably find your memories here: > http://click.egroups.com/1/3957/1/_/453517/_/957464536/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2000 Report Share Posted May 4, 2000 Dear , HOORAY for YOU!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so glad you are ok and out of my bed!!!!!! I'm ready to use that sucker.......HA HA HA I can't wait to see some pictures. Tell Tony we all appreciated to update.......I thought about you all day. I'm glad all the poat-ops are doing good. Keep in touch. Love, Genz valmaboyz@... wrote: > Hi guys, > Thanks for all the prayers and support. I could really " feel " it throughout > this process. I got home this morning at 9:30 about 25 hours after checking > in at Durham Regional. Dr. R was fantastic, I did get to see him before > surgery and again this morning. Short, sweet to the point, but wonderful. I > don't remember ANYTHING about OR, so I was fully out before I got there. > When I woke up I was amazed I wasn't in more pain. I was uncomfortable and > afraid it would get worse, but it really wasn't all that bad. The gas pain, > didn't feel like what I was expecting. I felt bloated, like I had just drunk > 16 cokes instead of like I needed to go to the bathroom. > > It was great to have Tony so near by. He was a saint. He waited on me hand > and foot, without even being asked. If I reached for a cup, he had it to my > lips before I could even touch it. He was wonderful!!! Sometimes, it seems > he tries to help the way he likes to be helped, but we couldn't have been > more in tune. I think he was more afraid than he admitted. > > I am still very sleepy, but it feels better to get up and walk around. I > met Annette and , both were in some pain, but feeling much better > when I saw them around 11pm. I didn't get to meet from WV or Sue from > Ashboro although I did look for them. They must have been on another floor > or wing than I. > > I expected to feel worse after surgery, so I was pleasantly surprised. The > nurses were absolutely wonderful, not once did I feel like someone thought, > oh great, I get the fat lady to take care of . They all went out of their > way to be kind, helpful and just generally wonderful. When I met , > one of my first nurses, I said, " OH, I 've heard great things about you! " He > nearly fell over. He was shocked but pleased to know that the group shares > alot of information with each other. He also told me that had been > his patient and that it broke his heart when he learned she had died. He > said, he thought he was going to be ill. He had to leave the floor for > awhile. Guess she just touched everyone who met her. > > The hypnosis was really great and when I feel a little more awake, I will > describe in detail what I did for those who are interested in trying it. I > was cool as a cucumber. I don't know if Tony mentioned it or not, but we > had a FLAT TIRE on the way to the hospital. The tire has had a leak for > awhile. Ordinarily, I would have gone wild, seen it as a sign from God, the > whole works. But I kept thinking, well God, if this is suppose to be a > sign, you need to make it a little stronger because I am still calm and full > speed ahead. I called the hospital to tell them what was going on, my dear > Tony, laid down on the cement and changed it. We have a Ford Expedition, so > he practically had to crawl under it to get the jack where it was suppose to > go. That was a little un-nerving. The jack had a warning that said never > get under a car supported by this jack and the directions on how to change > the tire told you to put the jack on the axel about 3 FEET from the edge of > the car. Unless Jack walked, I am not sure how you could do it without > getting under the car. (WHAT A MAN!!!!) and we were on our way. We arrive > 30 minutes late. Now the funny thing is the spare tire went flat, as soon as > we got home today. SO Tony has been out buying new tires and getting > medicine for me today!!! Totally different problem, but same position. > Geeze!!! > > Genz, your bed is vacant and waiting for you. Love to all. More later! > > Safe journey, > > > MGB 03 MAY 00 > Safely on the other side!!!! > Dr. Rutledge clos.net > Self-funded company plan administered by Interactive Medical > Denied on appeal as an excluded benefit > Self Pay > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Because High School yearbooks are only the beginning, Classmates.com > has 6 million registered Alumni and active message boards for over > 30,000 High Schools. You'll probably find your memories here: > http://click.egroups.com/1/3957/1/_/453517/_/957464536/ > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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