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Manders

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Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« on: May 09, 2012, 04:21:15 pm »
It's finally almost that time. It's still hard to believe that after over 2 months of waiting, my translab surgery is only a day away! I'm soo relieved. I think the waiting's been the worst part (at least so far) of this whole thing. I'm nervous, but honestly I just want it to be over already! lol

I've decided to go get a massage and a haircut tomorrow and run a few errands--anything to keep me busy! For those of you who have been reading my blog, I'll post an entry tomorrow and then my dad will be taking over for the next few days until I'm up to it.

If there's still any last minute things I need to know please feel free to share them. And I want to thank all of you again for your support and encouragement over these last few months! Don't know what I would have done without you.  ;D
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #1 on: May 09, 2012, 04:58:01 pm »
Manders ~

Wishing you an uncomplicated, successful surgery tomorrow!  You'll be in my prayers (and those of many others, I'm sure). 

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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #2 on: May 09, 2012, 06:44:20 pm »
Good luck.

Hope it all goes smoothly.

See you as a postie!

Jan
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #3 on: May 09, 2012, 07:46:24 pm »
Manders,

I know you will do well.  You have a very positive attitude.  Massages are great and is what I plan to do if I can find a good place in LA.  I try to get one at least every other month.  My treat to myself.  I thank your dad in advance for keeping us updated on your progress.  I don't know about anyone else, but I am always looking for posts from those who are going through their treatments.

Positive thoughts being sent your way.

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2/2012 UPMC Follow-up , slight growth
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2012, 07:56:13 pm »
Good luck, Manders.  I'll be checking your blog. 

Prayers for a speedy recovery.

Becky
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #5 on: May 10, 2012, 04:58:44 am »
Your going to do great Manders. Waiting is the hardest part. You have such a positive attitude. Keep this up & you will be here posting as a postie before you know it.  ;)

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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #6 on: May 10, 2012, 06:57:30 am »
Just wanted to add a few more thoughts and prayers and half of the battle is over your choice of doctors are the best wishing you a speedy recovery..

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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #7 on: May 10, 2012, 07:09:24 am »
Yes, Mindy, waiting is definitely the hardest part! But you guys have been so great in making it less worrisome. Thanks for all the encouragement! I'm going to try my best to enjoy my "last day" and not think about tomorrow.  :)
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #8 on: May 10, 2012, 07:10:11 am »
Manders, Good luck with your surgery and hope for a easy recovery.     Dr Woodson has good experience from Iowa.      Thinking of you  and  good thoughts being sent east!
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #9 on: May 10, 2012, 08:20:00 am »
Good luck!  I know you'll do great.

Prayers for you.

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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #10 on: May 10, 2012, 10:19:53 am »
Manders,

Best wishes for a speedy, uneventful recovery!  Post as soon as you are up to it and let us know how you are doing.  Healing energy coming your way!

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4/20/2012 - 12.4 mm
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #11 on: May 10, 2012, 11:29:50 am »
Will be thinking of you tomorrow - know you will do well and be back here with us soon!

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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #12 on: May 10, 2012, 01:19:32 pm »
Can't wait to hear from your Dad! Good luck to you. Tell your family we are thinking of them also.

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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #13 on: May 10, 2012, 02:25:32 pm »
Hope everything goes well for you Manders. You're right, waiting seems to be the hardest part. My surgery is the 24th and I am so ancy I can't stand myself. It's not really nerves, but more like anticipation I suppose.

Anyway, I didn't mean to turn this to me. I believe we are all looking forward to hearing from you post-AN. Good luck, best wishes  8)
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Re: Here we go--only 1 day until surgery
« Reply #14 on: May 10, 2012, 02:59:01 pm »
I'm. new here and have been reading your posts.  You have such a great attitude and l know your going to do well.  I'll be praying for you.  Look forward to reading your upcoming. posts.  God Bless.

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