After surgery....

The surgery went well. It was a 5hr. procedure & 3lbs. of breast was taken from each one. The Dr. says that as of right now, I shouldn't have to have anymore chemo!! They took all lymph nodes from both sides & that I have great,clean margins. They are still sending everything out to be tested, but all in all everything went great!!

I was informed by my family that I was quite the entertainment for them after I was given the "funny juice". I was laughing at clowns, smurfs, & grabbing at my poor Mom's shirt. I bet that was a site to see, ha ha!!

After surgery, I was taken to the 4th floor. I COULDN'T HAVE ASKED FOR BETTER NURSES THAT TOOK CARE OF ME. THEY WERE AWESOME!! Whenever I asked for something to drink they brought me a "6 pack" of cokes. They must have known me really well. Since I had gotten a long really well, the insurance said I could go home. Wasn't to thrilled about it, but when the insurance says go, you need to go.

I'm in a lot pain. They have me in this "TIGHT CORSET TYPE BRA" to help with the swelling, etc. So needless to say that is not helping. It almost was the end to me this morning when Scott had to take off the bandages & clean everything. I seriously didn't think I was going to make it. It so much easier on me when he cleans the drainage tubes. That's not such a big deal.

I'm so glad the surgery is over. I now can concentrate on healing & getting better. Last night I only got about 2 hrs. of sleep. It would have been great if those 2 hrs were back-to-back, but of course it was in 15/20 minute intervals. I've been resting/sleeping in the recliner, because if I lay on my back naturally, I will never get up, lol! 

Ever since I got home yesterday, I have had the most attentive & thoughtful children ever. They haven't really left my side.

I'm going to try & get some rest now. I hope everyone has a great Friday evening!!