On My Way Back

My last chemo was on March 22 and on March 31 Gary brought me to Riversong to recuperate.  It was the best medicine.  When we arrived I needed a walking stick to keep my balance on the gravel and could walk only a short distance.  By the time we left on April 11, I was able to walk on the gravel without help and made it to the top of Riversong hill.  My spirits soared! 

How could you not feel better in this beautiful place?

Today, April 12, I went in to the hospital for my pre-op appointment.  Had my blood drawn and an EKG to make sure I am ready for the surgery which is scheduled for April 19.  (Should hear tomorrow if something needs to be addressed but I feel that everything is a go!)  Interesting what they are now doing to reduce infection rates...the blood pressure cuff and oxygen finger thingy are single person usage...mine were sent home with us to be brought back for use on the day of surgery!  I was given a shower/disinfect protocol which includes antimicrobial wipes and orders to have clean sheets and jammies the night before surgery.  On the day of surgery we report at 6:00 a.m. to outpatient surgery.  After checking in I will go for a mammogram and placement of the marker wire, then to nuclear med for an injection to map the lymph nodes.  After that we will wait for surgery which is scheduled for about 10:45.  It may take up to three hours followed by a couple of hours of recovery from the anesthesia and then home if all goes well. All prayers will be welcomed!