Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
#1166590
10/20/18 07:52 AM
10/20/18 07:52 AM
|
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 12,380
Scotland
MsMercury
OP
Adept Boomer
|
OP
Adept Boomer
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 12,380
Scotland
|
Hello my Boomer friends, hope you are all well and having a great day! I had my operation and was in hospital for 2 weeks. I have been home for a week. The time spent in hospital was taken up with physio from day 2 after op, and learning how to get used to being in a wheelchair full time. This included learning how to safely transfer from chair to bed, toilet etc. At the moment I am housebound due to the fact that we are waiting for an outside ramp to be fitted. Any hospital/doctor appts require transport by ambulance for now, but some great news too! I have an appt on 30th of this month to be fitted for my prosthetic, I thought I would have to wait much longer! As you can imagine, I'm vey excited about this. Life has become very challenging for me and my family but I will fight to get through whatever comes my way. There is one more thing. My other leg is also compromised by femoral arterial blockage and a gangrenous ulcer on my heel although this is not as bad as my other heel was. I have a clinic appt on 1st November with my consultant surgeon to discuss my options, all of which will require surgical intervention of some kind. There's a possibility of another amputation, but please God it won't come to that. I am trying hard to remain positive. Please keep me in your prayers, dear Boomers! Much love to you all. Mary 
"It's not what you have in your life but who you have in your life that counts."  I'm not getting old....just 'Marvelously Mature'! 
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: MsMercury]
#1166597
10/20/18 09:28 AM
10/20/18 09:28 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 84,163
In the Naughty Corner
BrownEyedTigre
The Sassy Admin and PR Liaison
|
The Sassy Admin and PR Liaison
Sonic Boomer
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 84,163
In the Naughty Corner
|
Mary, positive thoughts heading your way! I am glad the surgery was a success and you can be fitted for your prosthetic quickly. That is awesome! YOur fighting and positive attitude no doubt play a large role in that! Big Hugs and lots of prayers! Ana
Don't feed the Trolls
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: MsMercury]
#1166605
10/20/18 11:12 AM
10/20/18 11:12 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 20,882
Near St. Louis, MO
Draclvr
Reviews Editor - Hints/Glitches Mod - Site Support
|
Reviews Editor - Hints/Glitches Mod - Site Support
True Blue Boomer
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 20,882
Near St. Louis, MO
|
Such good news, even if it is tempered by some issues with your other leg. Ana is right in that your attitude will play a huge part in your recovery. My brother-in-law ended up having his other leg removed about 2 years after the first one. But by then he had learned to navigate well with his prosthesis. He was able to get around by himself and drove himself to doctor's appts and lunch with the guys and picking up the grandkids from the bus stop. You will be kicking some hiney and getting around like a pro in no time!
Gardens put to bed. Time for more reading and gaming.
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: MsMercury]
#1166609
10/20/18 12:03 PM
10/20/18 12:03 PM
|
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 13,583
Palouse country
3dobermans
Adept Boomer
|
Adept Boomer
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 13,583
Palouse country
|
Prayers to you and for wisdom for the Dr.'s
Reading is to the mind, what exercise is to the body - Joseph Addison
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: connie]
#1166629
10/20/18 03:45 PM
10/20/18 03:45 PM
|
Joined: Nov 2000
Posts: 35,238
United Kingdom
Mad
Sonic Boomer
|
Sonic Boomer
Joined: Nov 2000
Posts: 35,238
United Kingdom
|
Thank you for updating us MsMercury and well done you for your great courage and positive attitude. You have coped just marvellously  And whatever the future might bring, We are all with you !!
Time : The Most Precious Commodity
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: Mad]
#1166664
10/20/18 09:50 PM
10/20/18 09:50 PM
|
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 33,073
Calera, Oklahoma
gymcandy1
Joe's Diner Proprietor
|
Joe's Diner Proprietor
Sonic Boomer
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 33,073
Calera, Oklahoma
|
Hello Mary. I'm lad your operation went well and your getting your prosthetic soon.  We miss your smiling face in the diner. Will keep you in my thoughts. joe
There are no strangers here; Only friends you haven’t yet met.
William Butler Yeats
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: MsMercury]
#1166674
10/21/18 04:22 AM
10/21/18 04:22 AM
|
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 25,533
Marlborough USA
Kaki's Sister
Sonic Boomer
|
Sonic Boomer
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 25,533
Marlborough USA
|
Mary it is good news to hear you are doing so well. Healing prayers and positive thoughts are coming your way from me too. Being able to get fitted with a prosthetic so soon is amazing. Your courage and positive attitude are inspiring.
Love & Hugs,
Gerry
Gerry
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: MsMercury]
#1166700
10/21/18 12:26 PM
10/21/18 12:26 PM
|
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 40,098
Alabama
soot
Puzzled Moderator
|
Puzzled Moderator
Sonic Boomer
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 40,098
Alabama
|
Mary, I'm keeping you in my daily thoughts and prayers! Great to hear about getting fitted with a prosthetic...and so proud of your courageous spirit through all of this. Sending hugs and angels your way Dan
Dan
To learn, read...To know, write...To master, teach...To live, play games & listen to whale music Stay Smart & Stay Safe
|
|
|
Re: Hello Boomers ====UPDATE====
[Re: MsMercury]
#1166716
10/21/18 02:33 PM
10/21/18 02:33 PM
|
Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 15,630
Massachusetts
Midge
Graduate Boomer
|
Graduate Boomer
Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 15,630
Massachusetts
|
Mary I'm sending my prayers as well. I love your spirit. I hope it's nothing but good news from now on. Hugs and more hugs. Midgie 
Just do it.
|
|
|
|
|
acebook
witter
