The Post Op Update

The surgery was a success.

Everything went great! I arrived at the hospital early after dropping off N at the daycare and my mom and I joked until they gave me the special cocktail. Mom says I was acting like a drunk as I gave her my hearing aids and glasses. I do sort of remember starting to come out of it as they were removing the breathing tube which was a little unpleasant. I was very emotional when I woke up, sobbing very hard and almost uncontrollably, which apparently can be a side effect of some anesthesia types. The most ironic part is I distinctly remember them wheeling me through a hallway that was probably close to the cafeteria, because I was so overwhelmed by the smell of food that all I could think about was how hungry I was!! Maybe they should have removed the smelling portion of my nose while they were at it...

I was able to sip water and suck on ice very soon after surgery, which is an indication that all it well with the band and the placement. That night I was able to stand by myself and walk to the bathroom in my hospital room. Of course, there were a lot of painkillers moving intravenously through my system, so I'm sure that helped. The next afternoon I was home! I was able to walk up the stairs okay. Every day brings huge improvement. I made it to the other side...