Success!

Friday, March 04, 2011

My surgery went very well yesterday! The stent came out with no problems, there are no stones left in any of my bile tubes, and everything looks healthy!

I had very nice nurses and I had the best doctor!
The surgical team was very professional and had a great bed side manner.

When they woke me up, I broke down in happy tears. The nurse says to me, I have to put it in your chart that you are crying. I said, I dont care! These are happy tears.

Thank you so much if you said a prayer for me or left me a message on my blog or my page.
I will try to get back to each of you this weekend.
I will be resting and taking it easy for a few days.

God Bless you my spark friends.
Onward and forward!
Jeanla

  

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SUPREME5 3/7/2011 2:25PM

our prayers were answerd as your surgry went well just ease back into things slowly take care cause i care Report Inappropriate Comment

THEADMIRAL 3/5/2011 9:38PM

Praising God and doing the happy dance! Report Inappropriate Comment

DAS92687 3/5/2011 6:41PM

Thank God ... What great news !! Report Inappropriate Comment

IUHRYTR 3/4/2011 11:45PM

That is exciting news! Continued best of health to you. -- Lou Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 3/4/2011 11:33PM

Im so glad Jen. Im sure you will feel better now. Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

MUSTANG_SALLY2 3/4/2011 9:54AM

Woohoo! I'm glad you are home and the surgery is behind you. Don't forget to take care of yourself! Report Inappropriate Comment

26M8J7 3/4/2011 9:11AM

So glad everything went well. God is faithful! Report Inappropriate Comment

FRANANN3 3/4/2011 9:01AM

Thank God Jean!!! So happy all the prayers were heard and the surgery is behind you. You deserve it!! Continue to take good care of yourself...xo Fran Report Inappropriate Comment

March 3rd finally is here ;o)

Wednesday, March 02, 2011

Tomorrow I am finally having this stent removed!
Everyone said I would feel better once I had the gallbladder removed. HUH!
I am thankful I have a story to tell... I want the stent out and to be healed..and ON MY way!!

If you stop by please pray for me..leave me an encouraging message (I need a few of those right now), and thank YOU for being my spark friend.
Jeanla

  

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CHARMIN944 3/4/2011 9:25AM

We can trust in the Lord's reports over the doctor's. My prayers are with you, Jeanla. Report Inappropriate Comment

THEADMIRAL 3/3/2011 5:54PM

There is no God like Jehovah, strong and mighty, our firm Foundation, the One Who takes all our afflictions upon Himself and brings us healing where ever we need healing and brings glory upon Himself. Report Inappropriate Comment

IUHRYTR 3/3/2011 3:32PM

That's good news. -- Lou Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 3/3/2011 3:05PM

Prayers for you Jen Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

DIAMONDMAMA 3/2/2011 9:49PM

Praying for you and for God to guide your doctor's hands. Report Inappropriate Comment

LORETTA24 3/2/2011 9:44PM

You are in my prayers! God and your Spark friends love you! Keep smiling sunshine. Report Inappropriate Comment

FRANANN3 3/2/2011 9:20PM

Oh Jean, I will be praying for your Special Day tomorrow!!! and .. remember, God takes care of all our tomorrows... No need to worry!! ;) Report Inappropriate Comment

JENQUEENOFCHAOS 3/2/2011 8:25PM

You will heal. You will feel better. I promise! This is sound advice from the woman whose doctors often say "I've never actually SEEN a case this bad, but I read about something like it in medical school..." no matter what condition they are treating me for. And I have always healed and I always feel better! So take my word on it! Hugs and love and happy thoughts, Jen Report Inappropriate Comment

26M8J7 3/2/2011 8:09PM

God loves you and He will never leave you. I will keep you in my prayers. Report Inappropriate Comment

sometimes you just gotta

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Sometimes you just gotta keep your head held high and deal... Somedays have been good and other days not so good... I just am keeping to the plan - God is not done with me yet! I pray for His grace for surgery next Thursday. I

have been busy busy busy with school work... I found out I will NOT be graduating in May..ONE credit shy!! Yes, I could sign up for another class starting in March, but I have decided to take one class this summer and be done by fall. Then I can transfer to Oakland University in the fall.

Onward and forward is my thing - I am moving forward and I am not looking back. I want health more than anything - when I can put all of this surgery stuff behind me - I will be taking my life back ... wait wrong way of thinking... God can keep my life.. only He can direct my steps... only HE knows where He wants me to go from here. I will be returning to church, exercise, and God willing returning to helping those in my community.

  

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ANGORA4 2/23/2011 11:34PM

Amen! Report Inappropriate Comment

IUHRYTR 2/23/2011 7:18PM

Love your positive attitude and know the surgery will be successful. -- Lou Report Inappropriate Comment

DAS92687 2/23/2011 6:14AM

So excited to hear that you will graduate in the Fall !! Is there a big celebration planned ? Report Inappropriate Comment

WENDYJM4 2/23/2011 6:04AM

Good luck with your surgery next Thursday. Keep positive. Take care Wendy Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 2/22/2011 11:13PM

Sounds like you have it together Jen.Just remember you. god is in control. Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

FRANANN3 2/22/2011 10:40PM

Great to hear fro you Jean, I am very inspired by your great attitude!! It IS the RIGHT ATTITUDE!! My prayers are with you for next Thurs. Hugs, Fran Report Inappropriate Comment

UNSTOPPABLE_ 2/22/2011 10:17PM

Yep just let go & let God. I'm focusing on letting God take care of my troubles, difficulties & disappointments; I have to quit trying to take things back from the Lord after I give them to Him. You're always in my prayers...I won't forget to keep praying! Love Teresa Report Inappropriate Comment

DIAMONDMAMA 2/22/2011 10:16PM

Love the new look on your page! Keep up the positive attitude and you'll get to where you need to go. I will be praying for your surgery next Thursday. Report Inappropriate Comment

Onward and Forward

Monday, February 07, 2011

My attitude this month is Onward and Forward!


I went to see family Doc and I am on the mend...

THANK YOU so much for your prayers


I cleaned my house for the first time yesterday since surgery, I did not do anything I did not feel I could do, like vacuum.

I started my walking program - and walked for 12 minutes my first day. I did not quite reach 1/2 mile, which is my first goal, but slow slow slow is how I have to go.


I am trying to get back on a regular bed time and failing miserably. The first 4-6 weeks after surgery were horrible with getting up and down in pain and discomfort, I got off my schedule. Trying to go to sleep for hours does not cut it. On nights before school, Doc gave me sleeping pills, I need my rest. I will NOT take them daily. I have COMMIT myself to the same bed time every night to establish my bed time. It may take a week or two but it will fall back into place.


I am 7 weeks post-op. In three weeks I return for my other procedure. I lost 6 pounds before surgery and I have lost 10 pounds since the surgery. My goal is to lose another 4 pounds before the next surgery, March 3.


So Onward and Forward! Off I go!

Jeanla

  

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LORETTA24 2/20/2011 11:09PM

God has been with you, is with you and will be with you. I am praying for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

BLIBBITY 2/7/2011 8:45PM

I'll be cheering you on from the sidelines! Congrats on walking those 12 minutes, too! SP founder Chris Downie started off with a goal of just 10 (!) minutes of exercise every day, and he's been keeping it up for years. Of course, I think that by now he has been able to go for longer than 10 minutes... but his goal has stayed the same. Comment edited on: 2/7/2011 8:45:56 PM Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 2/7/2011 8:08PM

Sounds like you are doing much better. What a hard way to lose weight.good attitude Jen. You know my DR. gave me sleeping pills about 2 months ago, ( i do not sleep well at all) i never took one i just didnt want too. Last night after 2 nights without sleep i took one at 10:00 at 2;30 am still awake finally i went to sleep about 4;am. Im going to try again tonight. Keep going Jen. Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

IUHRYTR 2/7/2011 7:05PM

It must be difficult to face so many surgeries but your positive attitude will carry you through. -- Lou Report Inappropriate Comment

JANETLP 2/7/2011 1:18PM

and Hang in there! Agree- slow, slow, slow is the best way after surgery! Report Inappropriate Comment

26M8J7 2/7/2011 12:47PM

It is such a blessing to know that you are recovering so nicely. I agree that as you stick to a sleeping routine your body will adjust. Taking it slow sounds like a wise decision. In the meantime you are in my prayers. God Bless You! Report Inappropriate Comment

AKSTACEY70 2/7/2011 10:48AM

Praise God that you are recovering. Glad to hear you are up and walking. I think if you stick to the regular sleeping schedule, it will come with time. Report Inappropriate Comment

February goals

Wednesday, February 02, 2011

I am so happy it is February. I want to put the pain and discomfort of January behind me!

Onward and forward!

My goal in January was to log in everyday. I missed two days... so I am gonna start February out with logging in...

#1. goal is to log in everyday, even if only to track my meals and get login points.


#2. continue to eat nutritiously and drink my water


#3. do my half mile walk so by March and after my next surgery I can walk a mile a few times a week


#4. Rest Rest Rest - to heal


#5. Thank my Spark Friends for prayers and support... I need you guys!
So THANK YOU!


Jean

  

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WENDYJM4 2/4/2011 7:08PM

great goals. Take care of yourself Wendy Report Inappropriate Comment

CBEVNOW 2/3/2011 9:21AM

I love all your goals, remember number 4 until you are completly well. Caroline Report Inappropriate Comment

IUHRYTR 2/2/2011 6:28PM

Sensible goals. Get better. -- Lou Report Inappropriate Comment

KJS_MOM 2/2/2011 4:54PM

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26M8J7 2/2/2011 2:39PM

Goals! Report Inappropriate Comment

DIAMONDMAMA 2/2/2011 1:53PM

Great goals! Report Inappropriate Comment

TANJERM 2/2/2011 1:33PM

Great goals, I think I will copy them Report Inappropriate Comment