If I have a trade with you and you haven't received my end, I'm sorry. I've been in the hospital having emergency kidney surgery for the last 8 days. The doctor wasn't sure he could save my kidney, which was filled with infection and a big yeast mass containing several stones. The only way to treat it was to operate, which they did on Mon and Tues., two very painful surgeries. I finally came home yesterday, but with the pain and the drugs, I'm pretty useless, just lying around much of the time, blissfully unconscious much of the time.
For the next two weeks, I'm not supposed to do anything at all but lie/sit around and sleep. The incision has to heal on its own (no stitches) so I'm not even supposed to bend. If I owe you plants, it could be 6 to 8 weeks before I can dig them.
My sister has been here with me, at the hospital and at home, and when I can think better, she may help me send out any trades I have outstanding. I have mailed most of them, as I'm usually pretty prompt, knowing the uncertainty of my health. But I may have missed one or two of you. If so, please contact me to remind me. And maybe my sis can dig your plants Mon or Tues.
Soon, very soon, I'm going to be better than I've been in years. The doc managed to clean out my kidney and it looks clear. So I shouldn't have anymore kidney problems once this all heals. I'm rather excited to finally be free of the pain and the disruption to my life.
If I owe you, don't hesitate to contact me immediately while my sis is here to do the digging. And thank you so much for your patience and understanding.
NancyAnn
TO MY TRADERS - I'VE BEEN IN THE HOSPITAL
I know it sounds corny but it's true REST HEALS BEST, try to force yourself to do that...lol. Best wishes on a speedy recovery !!!!! It's hard not to bend over..........
~Julie =0)
May you have a speedy recovery. Yes, somethings are more important than gardening. Take time to heal.
You already have everything on my trade list and 450 named day lilies..............I hope you can take a break from collecting plants for a while.
May your sky be blue and your gardens beautiful, Rachel
Agreed, rest is best. A healthy body is more important than plant trades.
Folks here know that you have been ill.
Take care and I will pull a weed in honor of the success of your surgury.
Gentle hugs and wishes for the quick,safe return to the garden.
NancyAnn...
Just do what the doctor says! That way you will be up and about abvle to do what YOU want to very soon.
Hugs and love your way for a speedy healing and recovery.
Know that we are thinking about you!
Dee
Nancy Ann,
Glad to hear that you are at home and on the mend. Take care, and as difficult as it is to do almost nothing, don't jeopardize you recovery by digging too soon!
Hope your doctor releases you to the garden any day now !
I'm praying for you,
Louise
Nancy ann, be sure to check out the Tupelo Round Up pictures to see some of your old friends.
We had a great time there yesterday. Maybe that will keep you busy for a few minutes.
Sandra
Praying for you Shirley
Don't have a trade with you...but wishing you a speedy recovery!
Thank you all for your best wishes. TexasLou, that's one of the prettiest irises I've ever seen. What's her name?
I finally slept quite well last night, for about 12 hours! I woke up about every 3 hrs for pain meds and went right back to sleep. My dad brought over a cushy recliner yesterday. And it's wonderful. My biggest problem has been getting in and out of bed and getting off the couch without straining my back where the incision is. The incision was supposed to seal itself by Sat and it didn't. And the constant drainage is just awful. With the recliner, I don't have to strain. The chair just rolls me forward and out without any effort on my part. And finally, overnight, the incision has finally sealed and stopped draining. I feel sooooo much better!! So much cleaner!
Thank you all for your best wishes and prayers. I feel so much better today. Still tired and in pain, but a lot more comfortable. Yesterday was a bad day and then I went to my niece's beautiful wedding in the afternoon and overdid it trying to take pictures. I was so exhausted by 10 p.m. last night and just crashed. Today, I can take it easy in my new "easy chair". LOL Sooon, I'll be better than I've been in years, and I can't wait!
NancyAnn
I am so glad to see you're on your way to recovery. I can't imagine what it is to suffer with kidney stones and related complications but reading about your tribulations tells me it wasn't a barrel of fun.
again, so glad you're on the mend and join the rest of the gang with tons of wishes for good health and a garden that will take care of itself while you heal.
Oh my gosh... get well soon! :)
Susan
Big ole SC Hugs !!! I sure missed you gf !! Glad to hear about the chair...thanks DAD ~ !!! I know your garden is missing you big time, but no where near as much as WE are !! Love ya gf....God bless you !! Margo
Butterflychaser,
I am so sorry you have been sick. My DH was admitted emergency fri. with a spinal abcess and all the muscles of his back are infected with what they have no idea. The cultures are not growing. This is my first time home since.
I wish you a speedy recovery and Prais Jesus you will be chasing butterflies soon and again.
You are much loved here. Please take care and I will check the thread next time I come home.
Blessings,
Sandy ^8^
Nancy Ann, I hope and pray that you will recover quickly! God bless, Tamara