Today is the day...

Today is the day my huge hurdle is cleared, and my recovery begins! 

We have to check in at the hospital at 11am. My procedure starts at 1pm. They are estimating it will take 5 1/2 hrs to complete. In a little more than 12 hrs, it will be done.

I made it through the "no eating" day, although I was begging the hubby for a cheeseburger at the end. It's one thing to go through a day of no eating, knowing you will be able to have food the next day (after your procedure is done). It was so different yesterday, not knowing when I was going to have solid food again. Such a strange concept for a foodie like me. 

I also noticed how much food advertising there is...everywhere! I should have counted the number of McDonald's commercials I saw on TV. 

I have everything caught up at the house...laundry, cleaning, etc. ...as best I can. I have yet to pack my overnight bag for when I am able to shower at the hospital. After that, I will have to spend as much time with the puppies as possible. I am going to miss them sooooooo much. What am I going to do without puppies to keep me warm in bed?

Speaking of puppies, I wonder how Maverick will act when I get home. For those who aren't familiar with him, he's our 4 1/2 yr. old miniature pinscher. He is the epidomy of snuggle-butt, and knows his momma has something wrong with her tummy. When I am laying down, he insists on laying across my lower right abdomen. He amazes me. I wonder if he will know it's gone when I get back home.

Ok, I have to sign off. Again, thanks to all who are praying for me. It means so much and it gives me strength. We are going to get through this. 

This is me, Ronda, signing off for however long it takes to get back online. 

It's time to kick ass.