Hello Everyone!
Yesterday we went to Cincinnati and I finally got my stitches out...woo-hoo! I feel so much better just from that not to mention I'm getting more and more strength back every day.
I saw the ENT surgeon which includes Dr. McDreamer, so good on the eyes (I'll see the neurosurgeon in 2 weeks) and he said that I am doing great and couldn't believe it had only been 12 days since my surgery (this was after I had to show them my belly scar from where they took out the belly fat to put into my head...that wasn't uncomfortable or anything. How is it that I had four children, no C-sections or even epidurals and now I get a brain tumor, have my ear removed and put back on...which is now sticking out on that side...fat taken from my belly...but not enough to make me look good, actually left a big ole scar right in the middle...and now my eye won't close (read below)? I really am becoming quite the freak show, lol!) He sent me home with some simple exercises for my balance but still no driving or lifting more than 5-10lbs. for a while. He obviously hasn't seen my boys: )!
Okay the issue with my eye...sometimes when the facial nerve has some weakness, the eye on that side will have problems closing...well mine is having that problem. It appears that when I'm sleeping that eye is not staying closed through out the night and causing a lot of pain and dry eye (I'm sure my husband will be watching me sleep now to see if I'm watching him sleep...this whole thing has really gotten weird, huh?) I went to the Cincinnati Eye Institute today and had it examined...so far no real damage but continuous dry eye can cause serious problems on down the road. So, I was sent home with eye gel for nighttime and drops for daytime. Hopefully these will work while that nerve gets stronger and there will be no permanent damage. I go back in 4 weeks to have that looked at again.
Other than my balance, eye issue, some ear spasms and my pride...I feel really, really good! No seriously, I'm so lucky and so grateful for such an awesome recovery. I can't believe tomorrow will only be 2 weeks since my surgery...I really would have never guessed I'd be this far down the recovery road. I know all of your prayers, thoughts, encouragement and wishes have played such a huge part in my rapid recovery. God has heard them all and has obviously listened! THANK YOU...I really can't say enough about all of the support. I hope I can return the favor someday to each of you!
I'm heading to bed...the weekend is around the corner! I'm working hard at not over doing it so wish me luck and I'll write again soon! Thank you all again and much, much love and blessings to all of you!
Jenny
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Where's Mr. Sleepless in Seattle's comments?!?!? Is he becoming "speechless" or "mindless?" Hee Hee! Just teasing! I'm so glad that you're feeling great, you look AMAZING!!! No pride necessary b/c we all love you just the way you are, new scars 'n all;)! Keep taking care of yourself and hopefully we'll see you soon!!!
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The Whites
Jen, congratulations. We are truly happy that you are feeling better, doing well, and that everything is benign. Take advantage of it as long as possible and keep Danny-boy doing all the work. lol
ReplyDeleteCorey Stone
Jenny, how awesome it is that you have done so well with your surgery, I was so amazed at how good you looked in the picture after your headgear was removed. You are truly the most inspiring person, I have ever come in contact with. Your faith seems to be unshakable, your trust in our heavenly father, enormous,and your love of your family and friends is incredible. God has heard and answered our prayers, but your journey still continues and we will continue to pray for you every step of the way. Your Dad is a great person and his love for you is unmeasureable, the numbers just dont go that high. I am so grateful to be a part of this wonderful journey, it has been a blessing for me to see the progress, hear the reports and know that that is our God, that is his power in its most precious form. Thank you Jenny for sharing so much of your life with us. God Bless you, Take care, I know that the bad days are all going to lead to good days, We love you. Elsa
ReplyDeleteYou pay us back by feeling better, taking your time and getting better. It is hard and frustrating especially if you don't know when the end is in sight that you will be "okay, I'm healed now"...if you would like to have Landon over sometime to play in the morning, let me know! Dena
ReplyDeleteFound your blog through Tonya in England. Glad things went well for you!
ReplyDeleteBlessings.