This morning before my shower I was able to finally remove many of the dressings from my surgery. I'm going to have some amazing scars. I'll never look the same in a swim suit but I'm so glad to have had this surgery. The shower felt amazing. I didn't want to get out of the hot water which felt so good on my back. It sure beats a sponge bath!
The rehabilitation highlight of the day was that I was able to go for a walk with Troy and his dog. Despite it being 35 degrees it was exhilarating to walk for 30 minutes. I was happy to dodge ice patches on the sidewalk and feel the wind on my face after being inside for 10 days. What a blessing nature is!
Thanks for your support. The kind, supportive words in your comments once again brought me to tears today.
Look at you! That's fantastic.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you had a great day. Isn't nature healing and beautiful I guess even cold. Sorry it's so cold for your walk. I walked yesterday but it wasn't that cold. So glad things are looking up for you and the tests are encouraging. Enjoy your time with Stephanie. Wish I could physically help just know our thoughts are with you daily. Love you guys. Have a great night. Sandra
ReplyDeleteHow remarkable that you should be able to get up and get around like you have done today! A 30-minute walk outside in the cold demonstrates how well you prepared yourself by walking around the halls of the hospital on those days following your surgery Well done! "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." - Theodore Roosevelt. I see that you are living by this precept.
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John
It is amazing to see you outside in the cold with your hat on. I think we come from the same genes. I love being outside. I am inspired by your positive attitude and strength. I have felt a happy heart all day thinking about the good news that the cancer has been removed.
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Kathleen
Marilyn, I'm glad you had/have so many people praying for you as there is power in numbers, and power in prayer. We are added on to that list of people who love you and are praying for you. I just saw today that Stephanie is coming to see you to "help" and I wrote to ask her why. I had no idea you were going through this. I know it isn't over so at least I know now and can add our prayers to heaven for your speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteI found this poem I thought was kind of inspirational:
"When things go wrong"
(by: anonymous)
When things go wrong as they sometime will,
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,
When the funds are low, and the debts are high,
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit;
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.
Success is failure, turned inside out,
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are,
If may be near when is seems afar,
So, stick to the fight when you're hardest hit;
It's when things go wrong that, you mustn't quit.
You have already been an inspiration on not quitting Marilyn! Keep up the good work! Love, Dan and Dee
Oh I know you are SO happy to be able to move around! That is so awesome! What better companions then Troy and Rambis to walk with you! Glad you are getting around! Love us!
ReplyDeleteMarilynn, you are a true warrior. Ten days after surgery and you are out walking a half hour in freezing temps! You have "overcome" in record time. I salute you.
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Marilynn,
ReplyDeleteJohn and I are sitting at the airport waiting for our flight. We just reread each of your blogs. We creed as we read them. It is so nice to read the first ones and know that their is a happy ending. We love you and Steve and your family so much. We are grateful for you and Steve's strength and example of faith, devotion and determination.
We love you,
John and Kathleen
This post makes me smile. Love you!
ReplyDeleteGood news for good people indeed. So glad you are daily finding uplifting and happy thoughts to help you tackle your recovery. A loving supportive spouse and family and friends rank high on the list. Keep at it Marilyn.
ReplyDeletePrayers and Love to you all,
Sherry and Mike Raiford
You look so great! How wonderful!
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