Surgery Was Scheduled For

late this afternoon. They came and got him at 8:45 a.m. this morning. First incision was made at about 9:20 a.m. He should be in the OR for about 2 hours. Momma Panic has officially begun.

I Woke Yesterday Morning

to the voices of at least 20 people in Parker’s room. Seeing as this room is teeny, 20 people feels more like 50 or 60. My first thought was, ‘Holy Cow….my hair!’ followed closely by ‘Whoa, baby…..my BREATH!’. Yikes! But it took all of 30 seconds to realize that these guys weren’t here to see… [Continue Reading]

Revised Plan # 987

We took Parker down for an x-ray which they introduced dye through both openings of his stoma and then took pictures of his insides. I wasn’t totally sure as to what I was seeing, but I have a bit of an idea. We will get more info from the surgeon later this evening. As of… [Continue Reading]

Saturday

I’m embarrassed to admit that I actually had to go and check the calendar to know what day of the week today was. Time just flows kind of funky when you are in the hospital. I came home so I could see Rigel’s play last night. He did a wonderful job in the Merry Wives… [Continue Reading]

Times Flies

Twenty two years ago yesterday Reed and I were married. The ceremony was beautiful, the reception perfect. Happily ever after seemed secure. The girl I was back then rode off with her Prince Charming in a bright red pickup truck into the sunset of perfection. The girl I was then never would have imagined that… [Continue Reading]

Where We Stand Today:

I had no idea that requesting a consult with another surgeon would be breaking so many unwritten laws of demi-God etiquette. (I have no spell check up here. Sounding out words will be a requirement for now.) I’ve been visted by surgical residents, PA’s, and all manner of medical staff asking why I would want… [Continue Reading]

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