Hi everyone,
Mom (Gail) is having surgery tomorrow morning. She is already in the city the surgery is taking place and in a hotel tonight so that she doesn't have to endure the long drive again before her surgery tomorrow morning. I'm not sure what all she would like me to share about it. I just know that any thoughts and prayers would definitely be appreciated, for her and for our family as well.
I'm trying not to be a nervous wreck, but I'm a worrywart by nature anyway. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Her surgery is supposed to start around 7 am, which I will be leaving at around 4 am to go down there to be there for her, so updates may come late.
She did tell me before she left, that once she gets in a recovery room, that if anyone would like to call her, that I could share the number with those that really want to speak to her.
Thank you guys. Ya'll know how much she means to me, so this has got my nerves on end. I really appreciate it.
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*UPDATE 1*
First, forgive any typos, or any sentence structure that may not be correct, please? I've been up since 2:45 am, after going to bed at 11pm.... So, my brain is completely mush, and my headache is the size of a small galaxy. :)
We actually beat her to the surgery center, so we were early (which is good for me- I'm usually rushing it to be on time places). I got there, and she was really, really nervous, and anxious. They got her all ready, and around 7:30 am wheeled her into the operating room.
Mom got through the surgery really well. It took about 2 or so hours. The doctor said there were no complications, and that it will take some time to recover. However, once she got into the room, either the anesthesia or the pain medication, had her zonked out completely. She stayed that way until we left at 5 pm. I did NOT want to leave at all, she was still mostly out of it, but I had no other choice. :( My brother (whom took me) had to be at work tonight at 8, and the drive home, alone takes around 2 hours. I drew her a really pretty picture, and told her I love her so many times I can't count. I begged the nurses to make sure she would be taken well care of, and if possible, when she wakes up, to give me a call, so that I can talk to her.
She's not completely awake though, and that was a tad worrying to her main nurse, but she said That she would keep a close eye and take really good care of her. She seems like a very very good person, so I trust that she will. I already miss my momma. I am such a momma's girl, it's unreal. Please continue to pray for her. She may have to stay until Friday, and I have no way of getting back down there right now. I am trying not to worry about that though.
She does have a room, but it is not a private room. However, once I know she is awake, I will give out the number to those really interested in talking to her, after I talk to her to make sure she feels up to it. If not, tomorrow ya'll will probably be able to call and keep her company. I'd really, really appreciate that, and I know she would appreciate the company.
Thank you so much for all the prayers and thoughts so far, even the silent ones. Love you all. I'm gonnna get a nap. *hugs*
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*Update 2*
First, I would like to say a BIG thank you to Irish Raven (Megan) for going and visiting my mom day before yesterday. I couldn't be thereto keep momma company, but my "adopted through USM" Sister- was. I can't really adequately say how much I appreciate her for that. In fact, she may get a whole seperate post here in a bit. :) Thank you, Sweetheart!
.... Now to mom. :)
Mom is at home now, and resting. She seems to be doing good, which makes me so much less worried. She came home yesterday, but I was so busy making sure she was settled in, and that things were done, that I didn't really get long to be on the computer. Once I did, I just felt like my brain was on autopilot, so, I didn't update. I'm sorry.
She seems to be in a much better mood now. I don't know if she'd be up to phone calls, but if you really wanna talk to her, and know our number, you are welcome to call. :)
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THANK YOU EVERYONE for your prayers, chants, lighting of candles, and just overall thoughts sent to my mom and our family. We love and adore you all. Thank you so much!
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*huge huge hugs* Love ya'll
~Amanda
Keep us updated k? 
