Today is my Uncle Robert's birthday, Happy Birthday! He is in the hospital due to emergency surgery on Wednesday to his Kidney which was blocked and full of stones. They were able to repair the one kidney, however the second is left unrepaired as it would be to dangerous to do both at the same time. I'm saying prayers that his fever gets under control and that he can go home on his birthday. I'm sure that's what he would want right now to. I'm thinking about you Mononcle and love you very much.
Bussing Approved
I heard this morning from the schoolboard that they've approved temporary bussing for Brodie so that he can finally come home where he belongs. I'm thankful to the friends who took him in, many gratitudes to them. Just a bit of driving required from Geoff to get Brodie to the bus, but it's all worth it.
Weight at a Standstill
I was a bit dissappointed this morning when I jumped on the scale and noticed that there wasn't a difference. But then thought...holy crap girl, you've lost 24 lbs already, get a grip! So I've decided that I will only weigh myself twice per week (Mondays and Fridays). Mondays, Geoff measures me too, so we'll do everything at the same time. I have a bit more energy since yesterday which feels awesome. There is no more 'pain', just tenderness through the abdomen. Depending on the movement, I will get a sharp pinch, but with deep breaths it goes away.
Foods
I had one teaspoon of yogourt this morning and it was so yummy. I think I could have probably managed two teaspoons but thought I would wait to see how my 'pouch' responded to the new food. I felt just fine. Funny how it's a bit scary to try new foods (again). As far as this week goes, I get to eat Yogourt, unsweetened applesauce, loose mashed potatoes and loose oatmeal. Starting at one teaspoon (eating only the tip of a teaspoon at a time and making it last 20 mins) and working my way up to 2 tablespoons by the end of the week (making it last 25 mins). I must also keep my protein intake of 4 oz three times per day and 64 oz of fluids as well. Trust me, I don't feel hungry. It's mostly head hunger that I'm dealing with, cravings and wonderful smells stimulating those brain cells that say, 'I need to eat whatever it is I'm smelling'. It almost killed me to be outside and smell someone barbecuing. The cravings pass, thank God!
Today I'm planning on taking a bit longer walk down the road. It feels great to breathe in the fresh air.
Cheers
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