I love my friends! I know you will all be praying. Here’s a couple of word pictures to help you remember to, ‘kay? If you drive past a construction site, think of them drilling into my bones. 🙂 Or having an iced drink could remind you of the super cool machine I have to reduce the swelling of the knee and speed healing. If you’re feeling sleepy, picture me snoring on the operating table.
(Would it be in bad taste to write my website in permanent marker near the surgery site asking everyone to sign up for the infrequent, humorous newsletter?!?)
All the presents are wrapped, the birthday invitation is made, and I guess I should get an hour or two of sleep before we leave. I’m not even going to list all the things on my list that aren’t done!
BTW, I’m so proud of my daughter. She turns nine on January 5th. Instead of having a traditional party, she’s sharing the special day with her best friend of the last 7 1/2 years. We’ve rented a HUGE play structure at a nearby church. I had to have the invitation made up by tonight so the other mother could make copies and distribute them to 2/3 of the elementary school! Yes, we’re crazy, but it’s for the most wonderful cause. The girls don’t want any presents. Instead, they want people to make a donation toward an item from the World Vision gift catalog!!
See you on the flip side …
Your daughter and her friend are so sweet. You must be filled with pride at her decision!
I am praying for yur totral recovery, Christina. May you feel better than ever after it’s all said and done!
Hi, everyone, this is Sherrie, Christina’s mother. Her surgery was pushed back a couple of hours today, so it was nearly 7pm when she and Kevin got home from the hospital. The procedure went very well, the doctor said. Other than dealing with nausea issues, she’s doing well. Ate a few bites of dinner, took a Vicodin, and is out for the count. The kids are giving her lots of tender, loving care. Thanks for praying for her, and please keep it up. I imagine she’s in for some pain in the next few days. She has her first PT appointment Thursday morning.
Prayin’ prayin’ lovin’ lovin’ prayin’ lovin’ prayin’. And not necessarily in that order. (Mainly prayin’. And lovin’. Okay, mainly lovin’. From afar.)
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Thanks for the inside scoop, Sherrie.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Christina.
Hey Christina,
I’ve been thinking about you. I’m glad your surgery went well. Mine went well on Tuesday. The pain meds are tough on the ole balance and PT started on Wednesday. I’ll check in on you again to find out how you’re progressing.
Blessings
I just read this today. So sorry it wasn’t sooner. I hope you are well on your way to recovery and I pray there were no complications. I am also praying you will be moving like your old self soon…
Hi Christina! I hope you’re doing well! For after your recovery, I tagged you!
I’ve Been Carded meme
Camy
Hope you’re recovering well, Christina! Yikes! “Stay ahead of the pain,” my nurse friend says. This is a different Christmas for you and for us and for a lot of people, but it’s what we have to do. May your recovery be smooth and peaceful and restful. Debbie M.