SURGERY DATE NOV 20 AT HOUSE

[v357139]

Well I probably set the record for waiting too long but I finally scheduled translab surgery Nov 20 at House with Slattery and Schwartz.  I still get nervous but not nearly as bad as the last 12 months of torturing myself have been.  It does feel better to know it will be done soon.  Thanks to all for your support and encouragement.  This has been a real personal crisis for me, and I am glad to get to the next phase.

[jaylogs]

I know you are in great hands, being a House Alumni myself.  Let us know when you can how it goes! Good luck!
Jay

[mesafinn]

I have followed many of your posts, your questions, your curiosities, and your insights.   You have been diligent, thoughtful, and careful about your decision.   Believe in yourself, the care you have taken to arrive at this place, and the confidence of your amazing surgeons.

I wish you nothing but the best, speedy recovery, and knowing you're in good hands....at House, here for your support, and every place in-between.

Peace and strength,

Patrick

[Suu]

Only 9 short days to go before a new journey begins.
Lean on us here as much as you want to and not only can we laugh together but we can also console together if need be.
Hugs and best wishes for the time to fly past!
Suu xxoo

[v357139]

I know you are in great hands, being a House Alumni myself.  Let us know when you can how it goes! Good luck!
Jay

It is always good to hear how good House is.  Thanks for the encouragement.  Looking forward to being a Postie!!

[v357139]

I have followed many of your posts, your questions, your curiosities, and your insights.   You have been diligent, thoughtful, and careful about your decision.   Believe in yourself, the care you have taken to arrive at this place, and the confidence of your amazing surgeons.

I wish you nothing but the best, speedy recovery, and knowing you're in good hands....at House, here for your support, and every place in-between.

Peace and strength,

Patrick

Thanks Patrick.  Those words are greatly appreciated.  I did the work.  Now its time to leave it in God's hands.  Thanks again!!

[v357139]

Only 9 short days to go before a new journey begins.
Lean on us here as much as you want to and not only can we laugh together but we can also console together if need be.
Hugs and best wishes for the time to fly past!
Suu xxoo

Thanks Suu.  I appreciate it, very much!!!  The days are going slow, but in a way they are going fast.  Funny.

[cindyj]

Rich, so glad to see you've got a date!  Now, try to relax a bit til time to go...Please update us after surgery - remember to nap & walk as much as possible once you get settled back in at Seton after your surgery

All the best to you,

Cindy

[CHD63]

So glad you made your decision and have a date.  Now, do some fun things between now and November 20th.  You are in good hands so you can relax.

Many thoughts and prayers.

Clarice

[mindyandy]

You made a great decision on where to go. Are you staying at Seton Hall? If so in the eating area there is a book where people have left signed in. Take a few moments to read and make an entry yourself. You will find mine from March of last year. Prayers for you. Please keep us posted.

[v357139]

Rich, so glad to see you've got a date!  Now, try to relax a bit til time to go...Please update us after surgery - remember to nap & walk as much as possible once you get settled back in at Seton after your surgery

All the best to you,

Cindy

Thanks Cindy.  Watching TV does seem to help pass the time.  I will nap and walk at Seton.  Thanks so much for your encouragement.

[v357139]

So glad you made your decision and have a date.  Now, do some fun things between now and November 20th.  You are in good hands so you can relax.

Many thoughts and prayers.

Clarice

Thanks Clarice.  I will be so glad to move to the next phase.  This one has been rough.

[v357139]

You made a great decision on where to go. Are you staying at Seton Hall? If so in the eating area there is a book where people have left signed in. Take a few moments to read and make an entry yourself. You will find mine from March of last year. Prayers for you. Please keep us posted.

Mindy - I will be sure to read yours.  And I will post my own.  Will be so good to have this behind me.

[mindyandy]

You will be a postie in no time. I remember when they woke me up from surgery telling me it was all over, I was thinking to myself....wow its over? Already? I felt as if I was asleep for only 15 minutes. Then I felt thankful & then I passed back out. LOL

[v357139]

Thanks Mindy.  That sounds good to me!!