Wednesday, 26 November 2014

Drains out and move done!

Big day.  Move finished - moving guys came at 9 AM and finished 3 hours later....and remarkably contrary to weather forecasts, NO snow fell during their work!  I practically hid in a closet during the process, as I have a phobia of moving and hanging pictures (no kidding) and with my inability to lift more than 5 lbx. I was pretty useless anyway.  Mom and Dad did last minute handiwork to breakdown furniture into pieces and I was so relieved when we closed the door.  A couple more days until possession and then that big item is off the list.

Straight from my condo mom and I headed to the hospital to get my drains out :) :) :) A little discomfort and minutes later I was free... that will reduce my pain considerably going forward.  AND make showering and sleeping soooo much easier.  Just enjoy your shower tomorrow - we don't know how lucky we are to just be able to shampoo and cleanse with no issue!

Without drains, my physio continues to escalate now, to increase my range of motion and evenutally be able to drive etc.  My incisions are also still in healing mode, and any activiity will really help that process too.  Next big step will be follow up appointment with Dr. Graham likely next week to go over pathology results and connect with the oncology team about whatever else I need to do.

But for now, another important phase done.  Move - check. Drains - check.  Combined with one week since surgery and 17 years tomorrow since transplant #1, I feel I have no issue justifying dinner at the Keg.  

Cheers

5 comments:

Mary Ellen said...

Drains out….Yay! Move done….Yay! Dinner at the Keg…..Yay!
What a day you've had, Tricia. Now we wish you a good night's sleep. You'll need it after all that activity.
Bob & I send our love and prayers as you continue doing what you need to do on your healing journey. You're incredible!

Love you lots,
Mary Ellen & Bob xoxo

BJ said...

Ditto to everything Mary Ellen said. We are overwhelmed by your spirit, tenacity and amazing progress. Well done, you! Our best wishes, love and prayers are with you always.
Love, BJ and Bob

Louise and David said...

Dear Tricia,
Your latest blog entry reads more like a day in the life of an athlete in training than that of a patient in recovery. Brava! Chow down on that meal at the Keg. You have every reason to celebrate. Thanks for reminding us to do the same. I'll be singing in the shower today!

More love and prayers,
Louise and David

Louise and David said...

Hi Tricia,
I'm just letting you know that we're going to be away from our computers for a few days while we travel down to Poole in southern England. No matter where we go, we take you with us in our thoughts and prayers. Keep healing with each passing day.

Love you lots,
Louise and David

Marty Antonini said...

You truly are my hero Tricia.

Love,
Marty