The Final Countdown

Well, this is it... the night before surgery, and all through the house, it has been rather chaotic trying to get everything done that I wanted done.  This has been my week to go without NSAIDS.  Wasn't too bad at first, but as Thanksgiving approached with a birthday party the next night, my poor knees were miserable and were not kind to me.  Note to others, do not do that kind of stuff the week before your surgery.  Being the end of the month, I am furiously trying to get all bills paid and finances taken care of.  Also, getting all laundry done.  Too miserable on Saturday to clean up from the party, so I still have some of that to do.  Like I said, not a good idea.


I have already apologized to Rick for my future behavior.


Got my bags packed. In the event that I get to wear my own clothing, I am taking summer pj's since running a fever is to be expected, and hospitals aren't known for being overly cool.  My plan is to wear winter pj's home if it's cold outside.  That way I am ready to just hop, ha, in my bed.  I really don't like the idea of going to bed with hospital germs on my skin, but I may not have the pain tolerance or energy to do anything about it.


Got my portapotty with arms, walker, and CPM machine. (it bends my knee up and down)  These were delivered the day before Thanksgiving.  My shower seat, bathtub mat, and reacher/grabber came this week, too.  I told Rick that the shower seat and portapotty could provide extra seating at our party--he didn't go for it.


Had my Dial shower.  Waited one hour and used the 6 wipes for different parts of my body.  I will have to repeat this in the morning when I get to the hospital.


My intention is to continue this blog in the hospital, but realistically that might not happen.  You've already seen my typing errors with hydrocodone.  I'll be getting the big guns of pain relief there, so I may be totally incoherent!  Maybe I can dictate to Rick.  Heck, maybe Rick will add his own view--that could be very interesting. 

I think I am physically strong. I did not reach my weight loss goal of 30 pounds, but I'm pleased with what I have accomplished.  I have lost 69.6 pounds off my knees. (17.4 real pounds) I wish I had had more time for flexibility exercises.  Still apprehensive about doing 2 knees, but I am ready to get this all over with. I am so looking forward to getting my life back.  I really hope I can go to Brad's graduation without a cane.   I have great help.  Looks like I'm ready.




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