Any spare T&P...

smange10.10 · January 2012

We're finally getting ready for DH's surgery - I can't believe it's Thursday. I think I told you guys about it back in the summer when we first found out. Long story short - he has an ameloblastoma - essentially a tumor in his sinus area. It's benign, but the surgery is still about 10 hours. They have to remove the back part of his upper jaw and a few teeth. With that, take a part of bone from his lower leg to replace the jaw. Hence the 10 hour surgery. He'll be in the hospital for about a week and then at home recovering (6-8 weeks we assume). It's going to be a looooooong road ahead of us and I can't believe it's almost here. I'm trying to stay as strong as possible for DH but I'm terrified. I know he's getting nervous about it all too (and rightfully so) but he's been really busy at work so I think that's keeping his mind off of things.

We've been lucky thought with both of our jobs. Mine is letting me work from home through the month of February. He has already filed for short-term disability and his boss has been great with everything. Also, our family and friends are close by so I know that we'll see more of our mothers than we'll probably want. But I know they'll be a big help while DH is holed up on the couch.

I'm just scared. I'm scared that he won't look the same afterwards (not in a shallow way). I'm scared that we won't be able to do the things that we love to do. I'm scared that something will happen during surgery. We finally talked about it all this weekend - he's not typically one to express being scared, etc, and it definitely helped calm me down. We both just want the surgery and hospital stay to be over.

It feels really good to get this out now. (sorry that got really long winded) Any T&Ps that you can send our way - it would be greatly appreciated.

SarahKate31 · January 2012

Millions of hugs and T&Ps coming your way!! I will be thinking about you guys on Thursday. I hope everything goes well and that DH's recovery is smooth. It's hard to be the supportive spouse because you want to be brave and take care of them, but you're scared too. Hugs A - thinking of you!!

gracie2762 · January 2012

I'm sorry you guys are going through this! I hope he has a successful surgery and a speedy recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with you!!!

mrs. remy · January 2012

I would be scared too! I think what you are feeling is totally normal. I hope he has a speedy recovery and I will definitely be thinking about you guys. Best of luck.

2have2hold · January 2012

Aww I'm sorry A! It's okay to feel anxious ::hugs:: sending him positive thoughts for a speedy recovery!

JennigoesUSA · January 2012

Huge hug and I will be thinking of you guys. I am sure all will go well and by the time summer rolls around it will be a thing of the past. *Hugs*

Mella&T · January 2012

Huge hugs and many thoughts and prayers for you and your DH during all this. I hope everything goes as smooth as possible and that he's on the road to recovery ASAP!

Matildasun · January 2012

I will keep both of you in my thoughts.

weezie825 · January 2012

Big hugs to you. Please let us know if you need anything!!

TheLinkBride · January 2012

Hugs and good thoughts to you!

jcsntms06 · January 2012

Your hubby and you are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for an easy and fast recovery. Please keep us posted.

HoosierTerp · January 2012

Aw, Andrea. I'm sending lots of good thoughts your way. Please let me know if you guys need anything (even a puppy sitter!). I hope all goes well and he has a speedy recovery.

LoveLossHopeRepeat · January 2012

Oh hon! Definitely sending good thoughts your way, hoping his surgery is successful and his recovery is a quick one. If you guys need anything, please let us know! *hugs*

Ragdolls · January 2012

Thoughts, prayers and hugs headed your way!! Hoping the surgery is successful and he's feeling better soon. Ditto LLHR - please let us know if you need anything!

summer08bride · January 2012

Loads of thoughts and prayers to you both!!! If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask! Dinner, someone to talk to, whatever!! Good luck to your DH!!

Bailey1806 · January 2012

I would be scared too... but it sounds like you have a good support group lined up. Best of luck to you both.

MereFM99 · January 2012

T&Ps... I was really scared years ago when my H had to have surgery, it's nerve-wracking. I hope that the recovery goes as well as possible!

jadebaby · January 2012

Keeping you guys in my thoughts and saying prayers for you! Honestly, if there is anything I/we nesties can do for you, A, please know I am/ we are here!

nezwee · January 2012

Coming your way! Hope everything goes fine and he has a quick recovery!

Cooper81 · January 2012

T&P's for surgery and recovery! Sounds like you have a really great support system, lean on them as much as you need to

MrsAmber · January 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

meghann1046 · January 2012

Stay strong! Lots of positive thoughts coming your way.

smange10.10 · January 2012

that was all very overwhelming. thank you guys SO much. that all means a lot - sincerely. thank you. DH seems to be in good spirits so that's helping too.

i'll definitely keep you guys updated on everything.