Recent Doctor's visit, went great!

Comb Over, Before & After

I went to the doctor on Thursday the 15th.

At first I saw Dr. Richs assisstant Dr. Kotter. He said he can't believe how well I'm doing, after just 4 weeks! After talking to him for awhile, he said he had to go get Dr. Rich, because he would want to see how well I'm doing. Needless to say, Dr. Rich had a big smile on his face and was thrilled with my progress!

Althoug I'm feeling pretty good, the doctor feels strongly that at least 3 months is needed to totally feel back to my normal self, and normal energy. He said I could start light housework, nothing heavy, and also to start walking for short periods of time on a treadmill. He also said to make sure I realize my boundries because when I feel good, it could be deceiving and I could overdue and set my self back.

As far as how I'm feeling. My good days are lasting a little longer with fewer naps. I can usually feel exhaustion coming on pretty fast, which brings on a small headache and I feel heaviness in my eyes and head and all my energy just disappears. I guess that is what the doctor means should disappear in 3 months. I can't drive as of yet, because I can still have dizzy spells and my reaction time is kinda slow still. But not to worry, all of this is normal and I feel great! As for my hair, I have a great comb over and I had a few more bangs cut to help cover the shaved part of my head. I really can't believe I had brain surgery 4 weeks ago, and neither can the doctors!

Both doctors said, not only is it due to my positive attitude and will to be healthy, it's also due to everyone who has shown a positive attitude, love, help and sent prayers my way, so that I could rest and heal. The fact that I haven't had to stress about housework, meals, work, or anything for that matter, has allowed me to heal faster than expected.

I know I keep saying this, but I can't tell you thank you enough for each personal touch that everyone has contributed to my health & wellness!

Sending you all lots of LOVE this Valentines week!!!!

Chao for now,

Lori

Goin on 4 weeks this friday the 9th

Sorry I haven't posted for a while.

I have spent most of the last 3 weeks doing the same thing, sleeping, watching tv, sittin around, and eating. Gettin a little cabin fever! (or maybe that should be GYM fever) lol. I cant wait to get back to the gym, I don't know about housework, but the gym sounds nice!

During the last three weeks I have received many wonderful dinners prepared for my family. I want everyone to know how much I appreciate these dinners! I also have had alot of help with my housework. I guess it's not help because I haven't had to lift a finger! I haven't even seen the inside of my laundry room for almost 4 weeks, no vacuuming, no dishes, absolutely nothing! WOW is all I can say! No, I'm not bragging, although it has been kinda nice. lol

There are really no words to say how much I appreciate everything & everybody! You all have made it possible for me to heal so fast and so well!

As far as my healing, things are going great. I'm able to spend more time up and just starting to do a little here and there. I do still have to lay down for a few hours everyday and I did come down with the flu bug that slowed me down for a few days again, but it should clear up pretty soon.

I have a doctors appointment on Feb 15th, I will be sure to update what he says then.

Another thing thats interesting is, my twin sister is going in for an MRI, to make sure that she doesn't have an anuerysm to. We are identical, and the surgeon says these things are genetic and suggested that she get checked as well. She went in today Feb 7th at 12:30, hopefully we will have good news soon that she doesn't have one. I will keep you updated on that as well.

I hope all is well with everyone, and wanted to let everyone know how much I appreciate the help, and everyone to!

Life is wonderful! Talk to you soon!

Love Lori