UVM Medical Center
Thursday, Ann and I had our last meeting with my
surgeon. No big surprises there. I’d been gathering questions over the past
week, writing them into an open booklet that lay on our kitchen counter. This was so family members who are in and out
of our home could add their two cent wonderings as well. When I looked over what had been written, all
were variations on an original set of questions generated back in January when
we first learned my Spring plans were going to change. There really is no new news to share here;
just more detail about how the procedure will occur. I’ll head into the hospital at 6am on
Tuesday, surgery begins around 730 and is scheduled for five and a half hours. It is anticipated I’ll be in intensive care
for two days, then 2-3 more days at the Medical Center, then home. The goal before heading home is that I’m
mobile, that food is flowing in and out of my system, if you get my drift, and
that I’m able to get around at home.
Move, move, move seems key to getting recovery up and running well. With a firm, wide base, of course! (Thank you Coach Smith!) I’m ready.
Thank you for all your notes.
They continue to be like warm arms wrapped ‘round. See you on the other side! CR
Ok. We will be here waiting for a big welcome home. Take advantage of all the hospital attention. I remember fondly how good the food is. ... No really.. the baked fish was some of the best fish I ever had. You will continue in our thoughts. Bon Chance!
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and good wishes go with you.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and good wishes go with you.
ReplyDeleteGlad to know the details as best you know them, thank you for keeping this loop so strong. I will have you in my thoughts, even from aqua waters, especially during the 51/2 hours and just afterward, and will send heart and healing thoughts each day.
ReplyDeleteAll the best, with love.
Prayers to you for skilled heads in the days ahead. BTW, Ian said to tell you he got your letter, but upon mentioning your had surgery coming up he was shocked, as he didn't know. I filled him in and he has added you to his prayers as well. We hope to hear lots of good things in the days ahead! Love from the PNW Bartlett clan.
ReplyDeleteOur love and prayers coming your way for a successful surgery and a quick recovery! Coincidentally, Scott will be having a brief surgery on the same day at the same time to remove his "filter" that has prevented more blood clots....guess your stars are aligned! Will be thinking of you and Ann on Tuesday!! With love, Libby & Scott
ReplyDeleteYou are in my thoughts and prayers, as ever. Sending strength, light and love tomorrow. You've done all the right things. Now is the time to give the universe the room it needs to do its work for you.
ReplyDeletePeace
We will be thinking of you tomorrow and sending you and Ann tons of positive energy and prayers! We can't wait until you are all healed and you, your tuba and your Grandson can come over and jam with the boys!
ReplyDeleteHooray, it is behind you now. Onward and upward. See you soon C.
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My prayers for you are extra special today. XOXO Lisa
ReplyDeleteSending love, hugs and prayers to you and the rest of the Rathbone crew today.Thinking good thoughts with a warm heart. XOXO Jen Jamieson
ReplyDeleteSending love and light today and always!
ReplyDeletexo Holly
Warm thoughts and good energy to you, Charlie!!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and your family and keeping all of you in our hearts.
ReplyDeleteHugs-The Burnetts
Love you CH. Always, LMG
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