It feels more like 2 months since we did the surgery and just thankful that I'm healing like a champ and that dad is fighting harder than ever to get well. Our prayers are being answered and some of dad's tubes were removed and he is able to communicate with us and is once again alert since being admitted to ICU.
I had my check up today with Dr. Samstein and he revealed the masterpiece scar that was created on my stomach. I'm in complete amazement that the scar is so much smaller than what I was expecting and I think it won't be as visible as I imagined once it's healed. As many of you know, I expressed concerned about having a huge scar running down my stomach including the 4 additional incisions that were necessary for the surgery. Because I have such a small mid section, the incision goes from below the breast bone all the way down to my belly button. I know it's lame to worry about scarring, but I saw so many pictures of post surgery scars and could only imagine how my scars would look and how I finally had an excuse not to ever wear a bikini again in my life (I already hate bathing suits so the perfect excuse to never wear one again?!). The doctors said that the incision I got has only been done less than a year and relatively a new method for living donors. My dad's incision is slightly bigger and he got the infamous Mercedes incision that most donors and recipients have.
We continue to pray and patiently wait for updates and more good news from the doctors on Dad's progress.
I was so happy to hear your Dad is doing better today. I will continue praying with everyone else that his recovery continues to progress and that he may go home soon! Now on the whole bathing suit comment...I think you should show those love marks proudly! Love You!! p.s. let me know if you want to do the shoot next time your in town!!!
ReplyDeleteHAPPY 2 WEEKS ANNIVERSARY MY DARLING! PLEASE GIVE YOUR DADDY A HUGE KISS FROM ME. WHEN I ARRIVE, I'LL MAKE SURE TO BRING YOU GOURMET IN-N-OUT TO CELEBRATE! A PROMISE! LOVE YA!
ReplyDeleteJuani, I had a huge collection of pictures saved for our photo shoot before I knew about the surgery! I'll be in Texas in November but don't think we will have time to get it done so I'll plan for a whole separate trip just for that :) Found some new ideas too and you always make the pictures look great anyways! I'll email you cause I told Lorena we need to meet when I'm in Texas! Hugs and kisses to everyone!
ReplyDeleteWe definitely want to see you!!! Love and miss you...can't wait to see you!
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