Camping 2009

A few weeks ago, Roo and I went on a few days of camping in New Mexico and Colorado.

We had a great time and got to see a lot of places we hadn't seen before. (or for me, remember being at since I was her age). Here are some new photos:

Another Trip Around the Sun!

Well, here we are again. Meeting another time when reality hits the road! Another year older, and wish I were a bit wiser. LOL! I learn something new every day, but this year will be one more chance to "get it right". I am now asking myself, what was wrong if I didn't "get it right"? Really nothing. Here's a few snaps that remind me that I did do a few things "right".

Hooray! Recovery Post OP 1 Month

Okay, I think I am managing to come out of this hormonal depression....... for now. I have been talking a lot with my "sisters" and feel so much better about this recovery process. Its nice to be able to "share" the stuff no one else wants to know ~ or care about. We have had some pretty interesting and inspiring conversations, as well as sharing a lot of laughter. What I have discovered lately is that there is no right or wrong answer to how to proceed, but that all of us are different with where we are at in our "recoveries". So far, from what I can tell, I am right in there with everyone else as far as being on track to be able to return to life. I just want to make my life better. I am going to the gym today and promised my cousin not to set the incline on the treadmill. She said she would tell my Dr and I know she means it! I cannot wait until I get the greenlight to swim again. I always feel better in the pool (plus I think I get a pretty good workout). Since Roo gets out of school at noon today, I will let her go "rock wall climbing" while I do my usual walk. I have to settle for that now, but just wait..... I have been eyeing the racquetball courts, basketball and weight rooms too! Happy rainy day today :)

Enough of this!

Okay, I have really had it with the garbage I have read about having the surgery and all the stupid depressing things that come with it! I refuse to think about any of it right now, because it just seems pointless. So....... as I sit here, by myself wondering what to do next....(that I can't do yet) Now seems like a good time to just practice what I told myself I would do for recovery. Read that book, organize those photos, take an inventory of all of my music. Write more often, pick up the guitar (nope can't do that yet,Ughhh!) While I am deciding what the heck to do with my spare time, please amuse yourselves with the pictures of our latest trip to the Caverns!

Bored, In Pain and Numb

I was hoping to be able to post something before I had surgery, but since I am now 1 week and 1/2 into recovery, I haven't been feeling like doing ANYTHING. I know it will pass, but I was hoping to be able to read at least a book. I can't get out of this funky, pain medicine induced, coma feeling. Everyone is back at school and work and here I sit, lay down or stand, while trying to get back to a normal routine. I was told the first two weeks would be the hardest, but this stinks! Wish me luck I am going back to bed with my new friend "the heating pad". think I will name her "Hilda". Sounds appropriate! See ya later! S

The countdown begins!

Well, I had my pre-op appt. this morning..... Glad the surgeon was having as much fun with his paperwork as I was with mine. We laughed a bit over that, shaking our heads as thousands of trees gave their lives to make sure we humans "keep our sh*t together". Then on to the business of how he will be doing the procedure. (won't know until he is in there). I wonder if I should request some background music? Maybe some Led Zepplin playing while I drift in and out of consciousness?
Yes, I am a bit apprehensive, but know that if I wait any longer to go through with it, I will have bigger problems. Here's a funny.... When I called in to have a case created for short term disability, they told me that 24 hours after my surgery I would get a call from my case worker. Well, 24 hours after I got a case number the case worker called! LOL! She asked me how I was. I said "Oh I'm doing ok". Then she said. "How was the surgery?" I said, "I don't have it until Feb 12th" Stunned dead silence ensued..... then a laugh came through. "Oh my goodness, I forgot to check the date on this case. I hope you will forgive me." I laughed and said "Well, it certainly is nice to meet you before all of the stuff happens. This way, I will remember your voice." It was really nice to know that someone was kind enough to call. LOL! And it was really pretty funny! I really hope I am able to answer the phone when she calls.
This is a big deal. I will no longer be able to have kids. That in itself for any woman is a big deal. No more options on that one. I resigned myself to the fact a while back, but next week, it will be final. It is a good thing at this point in my life. There are so many women in this world that can't have kids that may not think of it as something positive.
This just means that I am entering something new for my life. (with drugs which I never had before) Well, gotta go eat dinner. I will write more later

New Year! Another Chance to make some changes!

Well, I just looked at my last post which was from Nov 2008! I would say I am embarassed, but what the heck! Just says that life around here has been really busy! Hmmmm! Which brings up some questions? Will I post more often? Will I finally get my system synchronized so I can upload more pictures? Will I remember anything? LOL! Guess we shall see. Here are some of the things I hope to do this fine year of 2009;

1. Sleep - Get some more this year. My poor husband has sleep apnea so the tests show we might actually get some more sleep this year! (plus a little machine to help in that dept)
2. Slow down a little? - Probably not. Worth a shot since I will be out of commission for 6 weeks starting Feb 12th! My brain and body do not like to slow down. Its a burden I have had to learn to deal with most of my life. LOL! Even my surgeon says I am One Tough Lady!
3. Have fun with family! This is always a must. This year, with new family members living here, this will definitely be a lot of fun! (at least for me!) I know that I have entered the "Crazy Aunt Sheila" zone with my nieces and nephews, but at least I contribute something to their memories of their relatives. (should I buy a lampshade and tiara?)
4. I would love to write a bunch of "To Do" Stuff, but I gave all of that up since it causes enough stress.
5. Take more pictures ~ This is a definite Must and I will get some help from my girls since they are always snapping away at something.
6. Just be me! Gotta love that one as that is a never ending boring process!

Okay, now I am off to get started on my Spring Closet Round-up!