So....who wants to see my scars?

[blackleatherbookshelf]

Thanks to everyone for their well wishes and good karma over the past few days. The surgery went without incident and the fistula was removed. I have not done much else than sleep, nibble, and watch DVD's (Mad Men and District 9, which are both terrific). Joel has been an absolute angel through all of this, making sure I get all my meds at the right times. I am still sore and VERY cranky, even with the help of Demerol.

Nice Sophie Cat note. Wednesday night, before going to bed, she jumped up on the covers and curled up next to me. Normally she does this with the twin demands of attention and petting, but this time she just snuggled up and stayed with me while I was resting.  She's been very attentive since I've been home, as well.



The aftermath has not been fun. Any time in the bathroom is worse than a Spanish Inquisition, and the safe word is not Auughh!, no matter how many times I yell it. Sitting has its own unique challenges, as does trying to find a comfortable position to sleep. I have devloped new-found appreciations for Aloe-Wipes and Gator Ade, and a another confirmation that catheters just ain't my thing. Especially after having one in me for 12 hours. Dr Kitty doesn't approve.

 

Comments

[bigredpaul.livejournal.com]

Feel better really soon, with a trouble-free recovery!

[winstonthriller.livejournal.com]

Sounds like a real ordeal! Pamper yourself (oops--poor choice of words! :) )

Snuggle with a cat every evening before bed.

[njbearcub1.livejournal.com]

Am I a bad friend? I don't remember seeing a post where you talked about the surgery.

Either way, I hope the recovery goes swimmingly. And I'll look at your scars.

After an appropriate amount of healing time.

;-)

[tbrough.livejournal.com]

You're a wonderful friend. I'll see you in February.

[njbearcub1.livejournal.com]

I had a similar procedure done a few years ago. I know *exactly* what you mean about bathroom time.

[broduke2000.livejournal.com]

I second that emotion. This is the first time I'm hearing about it.

*HUGS*

[putzmeisterbear.livejournal.com]

Damn. This is rough but I hope you will heal quickly. Maybe if you try some tit clamps and amyl while you are on the john it might help.

[tbrough.livejournal.com]

That's only fun if someone nice s doing it to me!

[winstonthriller.livejournal.com]

You and your holistic therapies!

So....who wants to see my scars?

[bbearseviltwin.livejournal.com]

Normally I find scars sexy but (or is that butt?) I'll pass on the oppertunity this time

[clockner.livejournal.com]

Heal! Been there, done that, and I know it's not easy.

[fogbear.livejournal.com]

Kitties know. When my dad was very sick our cat, who had previously ignored him, spent almost every day curled up next to him on the bed.

Speedy recovery, my friend!

[maxauburn.livejournal.com]

Yes, whenever I'm not well, my dear little cat, Samantha, will curl up in bed next to me. She was a great sleep buddy when I was sick for 10 days just last October.

Get well soon!

Big hugs.