Day 2 of Recovery

I woke up before Marc and took off my bandages without him. =) I didn't need oil or anything. There's still a lot of sticky gunk on me, but it was painless. I have some bruising and limited movement in my arm, but other than that, it looks good...mind you steri strips are still covering the incision. Starting at noon today I started feeling pretty crummy. My body felt like it was on fire! They said to expect this, considering the medicine they used during surgery is still in me. It creates a feverish feeling. I took my fever several times, and it is just fine. On top of that, I think I tried to eat too much at once, and I had a severe stomach ache all afternoon. So, I took it easy and watched Step Up...good movie! We watched Bobby last night. Good movie too! It's about the people who were at the hotel when Bobby Kennedy was shot, though, so don't expect a lot about him.

I finally took a bath about an hour ago...interesting experience trying to keep my steri strips from getting wet. Marc tried to wash my hair but was unsuccessful. =) We had a lot of laughs!Marc is leaving tonight to provide child care at our church while the congregation has a banquet celebrating our new building. I wish I could go! It's hard for me to just lay in bed. I'm not looking forward to being alone tomorrow and possibly Tuesday if I don't go back to work. I immediately thought of my sister-in-law and the strength she showed during bed rest before Ruby was born. THis is so much easier! I'm at my own home, I can get up when I want, and I don't have to worry about the health of anyone but me. So, I'm going to suck it up and be thankful for my blessings! =)

Thank you for your continued prayer whoever reads this. =)

Love,
Steph