Well, I'm well enough to sit up to the computer once more. I saw my surgeon this morning, and my blood pressure was perfect 120/70 and everything is on the mend. I still have small amounts of energy to do things, and am busy trying to keep my fluids and electrolytes in balance. But as long as I do that I will continue to progress as scheduled. He told me to have a good triip and he'd see me when I got back. Then I saw the ostomy nurse this afternoon, and got a completely new set up for that. It seems to be working well....and I don't need to return there. I will have to make an appointment with the oncologist in a few weeks. But right now, all I can think about is going to Lutsen with the whole family and celebrating a brand new year. I'm sick and tired of this one!!
Jimbo and Ann and the boys will be here to pick me up around 11:30 and we will drive as far as Duluth and spend the nite at a water park. Then we will head for Lutsen on Saturday. I'm taking my laptop along so hope to keep you informed all the way.
In the meantime, I have so many people to thank....till I get the thank you's written, I hope you accept this giant heart felt THANK YOU for all the thoughts and prayers, flowers, gifts and for just being there for me. I especially owe a huge thank you to Karen for taking care of the blog and keeping you all informed. I also want to tell you that I have the best bunch of kids (and spouses) in the world and they will even will wipe your butt when needed. They will be eternally in my debt....and last but not least my sister Kathleen, for sitting with me and encouraging me to cough and walk and to just go on when I didn't think I could. I love you all! m
Yahoo! This is great news to go into the new year with. Enjoy, but get plenty of rest too!
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Carole
MARY's BACK!!!! I miss Karen already. I am so glad you are up and around enough to breath a sigh of relief. The drive may be more then you think. Hopefully with your determination you will be just fine. You do have the best kids AND kids-in-laws ever!!! The Kiecker's Rock! Have yourself a very Merry New Year and I look forward to seeing you soon.
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Janet
Mary, that is fantastic news! I am so happy for you!
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Have a wonderful time at Lutsen.
Take care!
Happy New Year!
Lynnette
Mary, I am so glad to hear the good news! Hope you are having a wonderful time at Lutsen! There are only a few hours left of 2007, thank God! Now you can just concentrate on 2008 and all of the trips you will be taking, enjoying your retirement! We all are thankful also for your wonderful family who have taken such good care of you! Wish them all a wonderful New Years, they really desire 2008 to be the best year ever!
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