Calling Lilacmom,. Are u doing well?

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Calling Lilacmom,. Are u doing well?
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Wed, 07-23-2003 - 2:42pm
Hi lady. As I said in my introduction to you, I wish I had more time to post. I recall your operation you said you were having in July. This is July and wondering if you have had it yet, and if so, I couldn't find a post from you.

So, update, update...lol.

Wishing you well my friend. Let us know what up?

Sending you gentle hugs, Terry

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Wed, 07-23-2003 - 5:19pm
Thank you so much for asking and remembering. My operation is scheduled for Aug. 14. I go for a pre-admission test next week. I am nervous about that. The last time I had and operation, the test results held it up for months. Just blood work, but it showed something wrong with my liver. I even had a liver biopsy - not fun. The numbers were still off but all the further tests showed nothing wrong. I eventually had the operation - just a lady thing. I have since found out that I have liver cysts. Apparently this is not a problem that would affect the tests or an operation. I just want everything to go smoothly. I am trying to stick to my diet but it is hard. Most of the things I like are on the wrong side of the list! I am feeling the little gall bladder attacks now, especially when I cheat. Only 3 more weeks!

I haven't posted much. Been busy. Work is finally back to my usual 4 hours a day. My DD is coming down at the end of this month. She is due in November, so this will the last trip down here to visit her brother and sister. My son is in a wheelchair so it is not easy to bring him everywhere. She lives in a 3 story walk up apartment bulding, so he doesn't visit her there. So now I am buying baby clothes etc. and shopping around for a good deal on a crib. The in-laws are against this baby for a couple of reasons, so I am all they have. Just try and drag me away, LOL.

Thanks Terry. It feels good knowing there are people out who will listen to me. Hsrd to talk to family about these things sometimes. If they knew how worried I really was, they would be real worried too!

LM
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Thu, 07-24-2003 - 12:38pm
Hi, Lilac. What a pretty name, even if it is a nickname. That's got to be one of my favorite flowers.

I haven't been able to get to the board much lately so I think I missed earlier posts. You mentioned gall bladder...are you having it out. If so, it should be pretty straight forward and you ought to feel so much better afterwards. Hard not to worry about it though. Good luck with the tests.

How exciting to have a baby on its way. There is something so special about that. Hopefully, the in-laws will change their attitude and become more supportive.

Take care.

Kat

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Fri, 07-25-2003 - 10:27pm
Lily,

Only 3 more weeks. I have an idea. Fold that food list so that the good stuff is on the good side...lol. Just kidding. I sincerely hope that this goes smoothly for you also, and I will be thinking about ya.

Hopefully, buying baby clothes is keeping your mind busy so you don't have much time to think about your surgery.

That's too bad your son can't visit upstairs. You need a couple of big strong guys to carry him up.

I sure hope this conflict with the in-laws works out. After the baby comes, what are the chances that they will come around? I would say chances are good.

Well LM, you are a real trooper not wanting to worry anyone with your worries, but they are family and I'm sure they are worried w/you. We are always here for ya.

Also, you are right about the ladies on this board. They are very caring, supportive and helpful with things you want to share. I know I have found coming here has helped me.

Just tonight I was feeling really down, got into the chat this evening and felt alot better.

LM, wishing you the best of luck, big hugs your way, and pls keep us posted. Luv, Terry

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Sat, 07-26-2003 - 2:10pm
I am trying not to look at the list! I tried to bargain with the surgeon. He said I could eat whatver I want but I will likely be in a lot sooner than 3 weeks. I have heard the attacks are very painful. I am such a wimp when it comes to pain. That was enough for me to say take it out! Besides I love salad and I miss it. I am planning all my DD favorite foods when she comes down next weekend. Unfortunately they are all on the wrong side of the list. I will just cheat a little though. I am dreaming of that pizza, potato salad and salad that I will eat in about 4 weeks though.

I was kind of hoping that the in-laws would get excited about a new baby, but hey are very much against it. It means that gifts etc will be coming from just me and maybe some of my sisters. Boy things are expensive. If it were up to me I probably could supply her with everything she could possibly need. I am having fun!

Thank you for the hugs. Everyone can use them at some time.

I will let you know how things come along.

LM

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Sat, 07-26-2003 - 2:20pm
Hi lilac, I had my gallbladder removed just about one year age...The surgery was a snap...and I was NERVOUS!!! I can eat more of those 'bad' things but I still have to be careful and not overdue it! It took a little longer than a week before I could eat those fatty foods...It takes awhile for the liver to take over the gallbladder's function. Don't mean to rain on your parade but just wanted to prepare you. Any questions just give a shout!

Good Luck to you!

Hugs

RJ