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MrsTracy
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
 Posted - May 22 2013 : 08:30:44 AM
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Life just keeps happening! I'm having neck surgery on June 12. Spinal fusion and decompression. Lots of stuff to do between now and then.
To Do....
1. Get off the caffeine! UGH!!!!!
2. Stop most meds
3. Get as physically fit as possible
4. GET MY HOUSE IN ORDER!
Did I mention that our son is graduating from high school? Yep, he graduates on 4 June and I'll have family and friends in between 1 June and 6 June. So, I have to get the house company ready and to make plans to keep it under control after surgery.
Where to begin?
I guess I'll have to think about it over a cuppa coffee 
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
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Posted - May 22 2013 : 08:48:25 AM
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Oh my goodness, you do have a lot on your plate Tracy!
I will be praying all goes well with your surgery and also that you accomplish all you want to get done.
farm girl sister#43
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
O, a trouble's a ton or a trouble's an ounce,
Or a trouble is what you make it!
And it isn't the fact that you're hurt that counts,
But only--how did you take it?
--Edmund C. Vance.
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lovinRchickens
True Blue Farmgirl
3474 Posts
Kelly
Pipe Creek
Texas
USA
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Posted - May 22 2013 : 09:00:38 AM
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Tracy, oh my I do think your plate is pretty full. I will send up prayers and just remember to take one thing at a time. Congratulation on your sons graduation, that is the start of a successful achiever.
Farmgirl #5111
Blessings
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MrsTracy
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
Posted - May 22 2013 : 09:39:57 AM
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Thanks ladies. If I can keep that boy of mine home long enough to get some stuff done, I'll get a lot accomplished. Come to THINK of it, I've fed many of his friends over the past year....I think I'll be calling in some favors!! I'll feed them a good meal in repayment ;p
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
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Posted - May 23 2013 : 05:54:36 AM
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Tracy,
Sounds like a particularly rough time to get off the caffeine! But step back from the coffee pot!
Getting ready for graduation and guests is as good a way to get your house in order as I can think of. Another suggestion is that when you do cooking now make a bigger batch and freeze the extra for when you are recovering. Lots of the time a double batch doesn't take much more work.
Congratulations to your son. He is now officially old enough to help out. Getting the kids in to work is a great idea. Food is a big draw and those kids are a lot stronger and more mobile than some of us! Just get a list ready of what they can do and be the supervisor!
Take care!
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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MrsTracy
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
Posted - May 23 2013 : 06:29:29 AM
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Its amazing to think that our last child is at this moment spending his LAST day in high school. Happy and sad at the same time. No more football practice, ROTC...after school activities.
He's started cleaning the yard yesterday. He'll get his "fun day" today and then its about the work!
The batch cooking is a good idea but we don't eat much during the summer. Salads and grilled, steamed. I've got in-laws who will fill in and I'm thinking my mom will be visiting so I'll be covered.
It will get done and I'm very motivated today! Got my shopping list and list of things to do ready for tomorrow (payday=shopping).
Lots of stuff going on in my head and buzzing around. First on my list of things to do is to take my grand babies to the park and library. I won't be able to do it for a while so I really want to spend as much time with them as I can. I wont be able to pick them up in a few weeks...sad.
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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Ninibini
True Blue Farmgirl
7577 Posts
Nini
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - May 23 2013 : 08:12:44 AM
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Tracy - you are in my prayers. You hang tight girl, you can do this! Everything will be all right! Love and hugs - Nini
Farmgirl Sister #1974
God gave us two hands... one to help ourselves, and one to help others!
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HealingTouch
True Blue Farmgirl
3448 Posts
Darlene
Kunkletown
Pa
USA
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Posted - May 28 2013 : 9:27:51 PM
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Tracy - I had my neck fused with a bone graft, a plate and screws last June. I had so much relief right when I woke up.
I had to wait to do it until after my surgery, chemo and radiation. I need my lower back done but I just can't do another
thing right now. I will keep you in my prayers.
Be Blessed,
Darlene
Sister 1922
God first, everything else after!
When Satan's knocking at your door, just say "Jesus will you get that for me?"
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patchworkpeace
True Blue Farmgirl
478 Posts
Judy
Jackson
Michigan
USA
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Posted - May 29 2013 : 08:10:04 AM
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My thoughts and prayers are with you Mrs. Tracy. That's a lot to be dealing with!
Success is measured not by the position one reaches but by the obstacles one has to overcome to reach it. Booker T. Washington
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rough start farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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marianne
The Beautiful Pacific NW
Washington State
USA
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Posted - May 29 2013 : 2:20:07 PM
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Best of luck, Tracy. congratulations on your son's graduation! I would re-think giving up caffeine. I love it too much.
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mommahartley
Farmgirl in Training
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Laurie
Perdido Key Florida and Lewisburg
Tennessee
USA
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Posted - May 31 2013 : 9:48:48 PM
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Good wishes and prayers sent your way today Tracy. I am a nurse and used to work for a neurosurgeon so I understand all you have going on. Be sure you take some time to rest and remember just because your pain level is better it will take time. Do not try to be superwoman after the surgery. :) Try to diminish you caffeine by cutting it in half first, it helps with the headaches. I have been caff-free for many years but on occasion have something when we are out eat and boy do I feel it for a few days after.
Congrats on your son's graduation as well. May he be blessed in his path in life.
Laurie
This is my commandment, Love one another , as I have loved you
greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
John 15:12-13
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MrsTracy
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
Posted - Jun 03 2013 : 4:04:18 PM
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Thanks for the advice ladies. I spent the day getting my pre-op stuff done. Hard to believe its only a few more days! I have lowered my standards about what I want done to the house. As long as its cleaned and well stocked, I'm happy. My recliner and bed will be my best friends. I will be able to run the house smoothly from there. My yard is no longer looking like a jungle, my dear friend from Cali is visiting til Thursday and my mom will be her Wednesday til Thursday and the remaining time will be just setting everything up. Books, dvd player, yarn, etc...I don't see me moving from the house much til I go for my three week check up. I get my clearance from my doctor on Wednesday and my finally appointment with my surgeon before the procedure. Everything seems to be happening pretty quickly!
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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Joey
True Blue Farmgirl
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Joey
Gulf Coast
FL
USA
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Posted - Jun 07 2013 : 07:50:32 AM
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Praying that all goes well, Tracy. You will probably feel so much better after the surgery. Sounds like you have some people to help so please be sure to get some rest and let your body heal. Hugs, Joey
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MrsTracy
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
Posted - Jun 07 2013 : 08:54:09 AM
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Thank you Joey!
I had to do my pre-op work on Monday and have my primary doctor clear me. Then we hit a snag. Seems I have "atreial enlargement" and so I had to go in for a sonogram this morning. That going well, I'm going under on Wednesday. I've already picked up my after surgery meds and now I just need to put a few dinners aside and pack my bag. I also want to get my bills in order so nothing is interrupted while I'm in the hospital.
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
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Posted - Jun 11 2013 : 11:00:55 AM
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Hi Tracy,
I thought it was close to surgery day! I hope all is well with your sonogram and you can get this show on the road and get to healing. You must have survived the graduation madness, its an exciting time. I'm glad you got that finished up before surgery. Best Wishes! Keep us posted.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
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