I need prayers for Thursday Dec 20 surgery please!

[kelli]

I am finally having surgery after a year of waiting on a 3cm AN. Dr. Nutik is doing the posterior/retro approach in Redwood City Kaiser.
I pray that the surgery will go well and I will recover quickly.
Thank you all for your prayers and support.
Much love,
Kelli

[nancyann]

Kelli:  I will put positive thoughts out to the universe for you, & pray all goes well.  Remember, post op you may feel like you were hit by a mack truck, I know I did (that anesthesia gets me every time).    Best wishes for a speedy recovery!!
Always good thoughts,  Nancy

[danijake]

Kelli,
I will put you in my prayers, also. Don't worry, you'll be fine. Yes, you will feel like you've been hit by a truck! Not gonna lie or even sugarcoat it. But you will be okay. 

[Omaschwannoma]

Kelli,

Good thoughts to you on your "special" day.  Know all will be well that day.  I also send good thoughts to your surgeons, nurses and all who will be taking care of you during that time of recovery.  Time heals all wounds, remember this when the questions of "why can't I..., when will this..., and where's my patience" come up every now and then.  Looking forward to your being a "postie".

[HeadCase2]

kelli,
  Sending positive thoughts your way in hopes of a fast recovery.  When you can, let us know how you're doing post-op.
Regards,
 Rob

[krbonner]

I'll definitely be thinking of you tomorrow!

Katie

[Boppie]

Dear Kelli, I will say a prayer for you.  Keep up your patience and give yourself time to rest.  Please keep us posted. 

[lori67]

Kelli

Good luck to you tomorrow.  Know that we are all thinking of you and we're with you in spirit.  They probably wouldn't let us in the OR any other way!

First couple of days are rough - everyone is right!  But you get through that and soon you'll be feeling pretty good.  Get lots of rest, take care of yourself and we'll be praying for you and sending good thoughts your way!

Can't wait to hear from you when you're back at home!
Lori

[leapyrtwins]

Kelli -

my prayers are with you tomorrow and throughout your recovery.  I'm sure everything will go well.  Relax and remember that recovery takes time.  It's hard to be patient, but try your best not to get frustrated.  Don't forget that we are here for you.  Please let us know how it turns out when you are able. 

All the best,

Jan   

[Captain Deb]

Kelli,
Sending prayers and healing thoughts your way tomorrow. Please know alot of us here have been in your shoes and know your fears and anxieties and also know you will come out of this OK. Yes the Mac truck thing, but OK. The good thing is you won't remember the first few days much. It's kind of a blur for me. Just remember that recovery from this is best taken in small steps and tiny accomplishments. Your family members are welcome to log on for you if you aren't up to it if you have any questions--we've all been there.

Be well and sail on!

Capt Deb

[4cm in Pacific Northwest]

I will light a candle during these darker (well in the PNW anyway) short days of the year and pray for you specifically.

Have faith, try to be strong and keep moving forward. You have lots of great people here to support you once you are back on-line… be sure to post when you can.

Wonderful winter wellness wishes to you Kelli!

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[kelli]

Thank you all so much!!!
Your beautiful thoughts and words of encouragement have touched my heart.
I'm on my way now down to the hospital for my pre-op and meeting with the anesthesiologist.
Then I will be staying at a hotel with my mom tonight and be at the hospital at 6am tomorrow.
My Christmas wish is a perfect surgery and a quick recovery.

Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers
In gratitude,
Kelli

[berniejfnp]

Hi Kelli,

Just a quick note to send you positive energy and strength as you proceed with your endeavor.  I understand that this has been a difficult decision for you  as it has been for many of the forum members.  I am 12 days post op, feeling stronger daily and know that you will also do well.  Taking each day as an adventure and setting achievable goals helps to keep your progress in perspective.  Take care, best of all recovery possibilities are sent your way.  Keep in touch as able.

Bernie

[OMG16]

You have been added to my Prayers.  Try to relax today with a message and a hot bubble bath.  Rememember when you are having bad days to lean on us...........I just broke out into song for you.  Come on everybody sing along and show Kelli the power of the AN support forum.    16

[ppearl214]

You have been added to my Prayers.  Try to relax today with a message and a hot bubble bath.  Rememember when you are having bad days to lean on us...........I just broke out into song for you.  Come on everybody sing along and show Kelli the power of the AN support forum.    16

for those of you here that have heard my voice....  ... trust me, 16, you don't want me singing along.


kelli, I know you are en route now and I wanted you to know that I am cheering you on... sending healing/wellness wishes as well as my huggles (I also send my pug's healing *toots* as they seem to work as well   ).  Good luck to you tomorrow... be well and Gawd speed.

Looking forward to you joining the ranks of "Postie" (post-treatment) status.

Phyl