Feeling puny
Breast Cancer August 31st, 2006I’m not sure how it happened but I seemed to have picked up a bug. On Tuesday after the drain and stitches removal I got a headache (thought it was the nervousness over that). On Wednesday morning still had the headache but by noon I was feeling pretty bad. Achy, head was throbbing, light headed and I thought I was going to toss my cookies (if you know what I mean). I definately did not want that so I spent the rest of the day and night barely moving and willing myself not to throw up. My wonderful husband was at my side all night. Of course, he did point out that maybe I was doing too much, too soon and he may have been right. (By the way Jaylyn’s team lost their volleyball match on Tuesday….hey her name was in the paper for having 12 digs against Monticello on Monday though.)
This morning was to be my other drain removal but I changed the appointment until this afternoon. I ate a little chicken noodle soup for lunch and managed a pain pill and went off to my appointment. The nurse was wonderful and the other drain was removed again without ANY pain. Since I told her I was feeling puny, she took my temperature and she checked my incisions and other drain area for any signs of infection. Although I had a little fever (even after taking the pain pill) she didn’t see any signs of infection.
I am feeling better but probably should go rest. Thanks to all of you who visit this site. I am very proud of Jeremy for setting this up and I enjoy reading all of your comments.
Thanks for thinking of me.
Love ya, Lori
September 1st, 2006 at 7:24 am
Good morning Lori,
You are doing an amazing job on your blog. Just reading about your journey is uplifting and encouraging. Glad to hear there is no infection. Pace yourself and hold onto your attitude of gratitude, it will take you far on the cloudiest of days. Keep blogging. Daily prayers surround you. By His Grace, linda
September 1st, 2006 at 3:08 pm
sorry to hear you are feeling a put puny. From what I read on your website, it seems that you might be over doing it a little bit. it’s worth resting and healing. You deserve to take whatever time you need to heal. Don’t cheat yourself. glad to hear that you’ve been able to see some of Jaylyn’s games. I know that’s a huge priority and it’s nice when you can participate in some of the normal activities with your family.
If you get a chance, look at your Carle e-mail account. I had my camera in the office for an event that I was helping with one evening. I thought I’d try to get most everyone’s picture waving “hello – get well soon”, so you could see us. I’m not a professional photographer as you will notice, so please forgive the horrible composition and clarify of the photos. Of course, we had to get a shot of Angie’s ring in there for you. she’s been on cloud 9 all week long.
Take Care, Get Well and you will continue to be in my prayers. Dawn