Thank You God

Thank you, God................

Mom's surgery went very well. They removed 11 lymph nodes, with only 2 showing any signs of cancer. Her left breast was removed as well. Her surgery lasted approximately 2 1/2 hours. Everyone at UPMC in Cranberry was so nice. Mom was placed in a private room, which she was very happy about!

She was up and in the bathroom the night of surgery and was sent home less than 24 hours later. She came home with two drains, which we had to empty and record. We have had two home health visits, both of which were by two more angels on earth. Mom has had so many angels taking care of her.

The most pain she is experiencing is under her arm where the lymph nodes were removed. She has been utilizing the pain killers as directed. She has been relaxing in her recliner and getting lots of rest. We all kept a close watch on her to ensure she didn't try to do anything she wasn't supposed to. She is so stubborn and does not like to sit still. You have to watch her 24 hours a day or she will try to do something she should not be doing!

Her spirits are high and I am so relieved for that. Your attitude is so important to recovery.

We see Dr. Malay at 1:30 today. Hopefully the drains will be removed. Mom is anxious to get them out. My sister-in-law sent her a neat item that is called a kangaroo pouch I believe. It is a little pouch that holds her drains. It has been a lifesaver, let me tell you. No pinning the drains to her bra or shirt. What a lifesaver that was.

I will update after we see Dr. Malay this afternoon.

Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers.

Mo