I rock this look

So, Surgery went well. They took out half my thyroid, well, what was left of it after it was completely overtaken by a huge growth. And turns out it was benign!!! YAY! That means I'm done having my throat slit to pieces.

 

I totally rock the post-surgery look, don't you think?

Yeah, I know I look like I'm in pain. Turns out it hurts to have your body cut up. :)

 

This was two days after.... a little better. And I have SO MANY HELPERS!!!!

 I'll be back with more next week. Right now I'm trying to sleep as much as possible. Happy Dreams!

Going Under

Tomorrow is D day for my folicular neoplasm (ie: the thing growing in my neck).

So... I've never actually had surgery before. I've had four children, so I do understand pain and recovery to a certain extent. Luckily I'm not too anxious. I had a priesthood blessing last night and I know that the Lord will take care of me and my family.

My fantastic mother in law is here and I am really excited about taking naps and eating things like pudding and smoothies. Yum.

Here's to a quick recovery and great friends and family for their love, prayers, and support! Thanks All!

Utah Trip

Last week we drove to Utah for a family reunion and hanging with the cousins. The first day we were there the kids had a water party. I took some pictures. It was fun.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The third day we were there I got sick. I spent a few days in bed (ie: air mattress in the basement) and the time that I wasn't in bed I was moping around looking like death. I even went to the Doctor!! In UTAH! just a virus. darn it. I did make it through the week, right until after family photos and then we left. I couldn't do it.

Then Leah got sick.

Then Colette.

Then Anna.

 

Greg called from Scout Camp and said he think he's getting it too.

Its been great.

And guess what? Did you know you can get canker sores in your throat?? What? Evidentally I injured the lining of my throat with my violent coughing (I also bruised some ribs because of it) and Now I have a caker sore or two in my throat. Fabulous. It hurts. Bad. its kind of a bummer

 

On the bright side my nephew Braden got to come home with us and will be here for another week. It has been so fun to have him and I'm glad the kids are getting good cousin bonding time. :)