Back home

Well my takedown seemed to go well. Was able to leave in two days. We had to drive to Cleveland early Sunday because of the weather so my husband and I actually got to do dinner and a movie that night, which we rarely get to do at home with the kids. Monday morning I had my dye test - not my favorite thing - but it went OK so I had surgery first thing Tuesday morning. Forgot to mention we were able to sneak in another dinner and movie Monday night since I didn't have to do any prep (thank you ileostomy!) Feel extremely bloated and I look six months pregnant but at least I'm home. Haven't taken any pain medication since I've been here. The first time I showered at home it was extremely painful to remove the gauze they had put over my stoma to let it close on its own. Found some non-stick pads at CVS and life is much better. Once again, everyone at the Cleveland Clinic was awesome. The rooms are too small and I wish they were private so you don't have to share a bathroom with someone but the surgeons, nurses and technicians there are top-notch.

This is great ....enjoy the holidays

I was just thinking about you. I was worried because we hadn't heard from you. I am glad things are going well. How many times a day are you going and what is your diet like? I am bummed that the rooms aren't private as I will have four people with me at first. Keep us updated.