I Don't Like Mondays

One week ago today, I was just coming out of surgery.  I have come a very long way since then.  It feels like my recovery is so slow, but it has only been one week.  Robyn brought the kids home last night.  It was so great to see them.  I also realized last night what a commotion they make!  Robyn and Mike gave me a tremendous gift of 5 days of rest and quiet when I was feeling the worst.  And Ben and Jackie had a blast with their Aunt, Uncle and cousins.  They went surfing, swimming, fishing, and got fully spoiled.  Thank you Robyn and Mikey, you guys are the best. 

I slept the entire night without waking up writhing in pain last night!  That is serious progress.  Mom and Robyn came with me to see Dr. Wells, the plastic surgeon this morning.  I was nervous that removing the drains would hurt, but it was a piece of cake.  They are gone!!  And I came home and took a shower.  I feel almost human.  Kind of a cross between human and Frankenstein, but at least clean.  After all of that activity, I was exhausted and back in a bunch of pain.  Feeling better now.  I think things are going well overall.  Will try to take day by day.

This entire patient experience is going to make me such a better doctor.  David too.  He has been working a lot and was on call last weekend.  I know he can't help thinking of me and my recovery when he takes care of his patients.  Our eyes have been opened wider.

Treats, food, and help keep coming through the door and I just have to say that I love my village.

I titled this post "I don't like Mondays" because I like the song, but this is a good monday.  I like this Monday.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yteMugRAc0