Surgery success

Surgery was a success.

I remember waking up from surgery feeling extremely groggy. No matter the strength it is nearly impossible to keep your eyes open for more than a few seconds. The oxygen mask was my nearest and dearest friend as my lungs felt extremely heavy. I remember being cold and shivering. I remember nurses talking to me leaving only a few inches between their face and mine.
The surgery lasted about 4 1/2 hours. The doctor decided to keep me for overnight observation because (1) the length of the surgery and (2) the scar tissue they removed was extremely close to my bowels.
I have never been in a hospital overnight. It was an experience. It was very different to be in a room that wasn't my own - a bed that wasn't my own - one that lifted the head and the knees.
I think some of my family came to visit that night shortly before visiting hours expired. They were only there for a few minutes and I was sorry only that they had to drive so far out.
The biggest accomplishment while in the hospital is walking on your own, peeing more than a couple of ounces and flatulence. I did all three before the next day, thank you very much. So proud of myself.
My mom was able to take me home the following morning and she stayed with me during the day while I slept off the anesthesia.
But, the best part was that I was up walking around (very slowly at first) within the first days. I attribute that endeavor to two things: (1) embolism leg things - basically plastic leg warmers that squeeze your legs to prevent blood clots and (2) an amazing doctor.
Since that time, I have been recoverying nicely. No unnatural swelling of the incision sites (which, by the way, I would be willing to show to anyone) and just a little tenderness. But, I am grateful for the turnout of the surgery. A lot better than what I was anticipating.

Next up: Two more rounds of Lupron and then we will have in-vitro implantation in February.