Jungle Madness Friday!
I’m baaaaaack! Not full time, but enough to post my contest and update you all on my recovery.
Two weeks ago today, I had a hysterectomy. Not something I wanted to do, but I’ve suffered from uterine fibroids for quite some time. For a while, they were fairly asymptomatic, but in the last two years, that changed. I had to do something I was utterly terrified of doing–go under anesthetic. I’d never done that before! I was even awake for my daughter’s c-section. But I’d put this off long enough and I am on the mend. Still very sore and very tired and spending more time sitting than I did even when on a tight deadline! A little stir crazy, but that goes with the territory. I really appreciate all the good wishes I’ve received both here on the blog and via private email. You guys make me feel so loved and so special. THANK YOU!
Last Sunday was my birthday and I was Queen for a Day. I want to share that title with one of you, through these adorable Queen for a Day chocolates from my favorite gift site, Red Envelope. You know what to do!
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From Carly: Visit me today at: Running with Quills where I have a playdate at another blog! Oh … there’s a giveaway!
It’s great news that you’re doing so well. I hope you feel 100% real soon and Happy Belated Birthday!
Comment by Maureen — June 27, 2008 @ 6:12 am
Julie! It’s so good to hear from you, and to know you’re doing better. Healing takes so dang long, so I can imagine it’s been tough, especially in the summer. But it’ll be worth it, I’m sure.
Have a great weekend, all!
Comment by Stacy ~ — June 27, 2008 @ 6:13 am
Glad to hear you are feeling better. Having had several surgeries, my best advice is to listen to your body. It will tell you how much to do and when. Give yourself the best present of all - patience.
Have a great weekend everyone.
Comment by Linda — June 27, 2008 @ 6:37 am
Julie, sending lots of good healing vibes your way. The recovery is tough, and long, but oh so worth it. I’ll share the same advice with you that a lovely, older woman in my neighborhood shared with me when I had my hysterectomy nine years ago, for the same reason as you. Follow your doctor’s instructions to the letter. If he says don’t lift anything heaver than a coffee cup, don’t do it! If he says don’t drive, don’t do it! I followed my doc’s instructions exactly and have never had one single problem. Many of my friends decided to cut corners and do things before they were supposed to and they’ve had nothing but problems ever since. So, as boring as it may be, I hope you’ll sit back, let others pamper you and wait until you get the green light before diving back into the deep end of life. It’ll go fast and you’ll be happy you took the time.
Be patient and be well!
Comment by PJ — June 27, 2008 @ 6:38 am
Not a contest entry
Just wanted to hop in and wish you a very speedy recovery.
Of course you feel loved cause we want you to.
I too am in sit up to sleep mode. Stinks doesn’t it.
Was so nice to see you post this morning.
Know that you are missed.
Hugs, Hugs Hugs.
Comment by jeannie (and Zoey) — June 27, 2008 @ 7:10 am
I’m so glad you are feeling better Julie! I’m with PJ on listening to your doctor to the letter. I had to have an ovarian cyst removed several years ago and have the c-section scar since it was such a large cyst. I did everything my doctor said and was back much faster than others that tried stuff too soon. I’ll keep sending healing prayers your way.
Happy Friday everyone!
Comment by Liza — June 27, 2008 @ 7:14 am
Good thoughts going your way for a speedy recovery.
Glad you are on the mend.
Comment by Pat L. — June 27, 2008 @ 7:15 am
Glad you’re on the road to recovery, Julie. Will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Have a great weekend, everyone!
Comment by Cheryl S. — June 27, 2008 @ 7:21 am
Glad to hear that you are doing better Julie!
Comment by Shannon T. — June 27, 2008 @ 7:26 am
Julie, I hope all is going well with you now and that you are recovering nicely from your surgery - and just for that, you should be queen for more than one day. Take care of yourself.
Comment by Margay — June 27, 2008 @ 7:27 am
Julie, listen to what PJ says! I did the same thing and not one problem! PATIENCE!
xoxo
Comment by Carly — June 27, 2008 @ 7:34 am
Glad you’re doing better!
Comment by Stacy S — June 27, 2008 @ 7:43 am
Julie,
I am so glad to hear you are in recovery mode.
You take it easy and focus on your recovery.
Comment by Gigi — June 27, 2008 @ 7:46 am
Glad to see you back Julie! I wish you a fast recovery just enjoy the summer as much as you can . Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by TAMMY — June 27, 2008 @ 8:09 am
Julie- I just had one in March for the same reasons. I have no idea though how they took tumors that were more than 2″in diameter out through my belly button. First my gall bladder, then my uterus. Poor belly button
I haven’t returned to work yet- 2 more weeks cause I wanted the time off. And it is still tiring although I am doing most everything now.
Did they give you an elastic band to wear around your middle? I didn’t have one at first and everytime I walked it felt like I was falling apart.
You will feel 110% better after you are done healing though. It was worth all the pain and the expression on my daughter’s face when I “gifted” her with all my boxes of tampons. Mom revenge.
Comment by ev — June 27, 2008 @ 8:14 am
Hi Julie! Welcome back!
I’m so glad to hear you’re on the mend. It’s a slow and irritating business, but necessary so we can have you back to 100%. Happy belated birthday! It’s so wonderful I’m beside myself. I’ve been suffering with ovarian problems the last several months myself, so I understand how terrifying it is, and my love and thoughts are with you. Even though your birthday is past, you’re still Queen of the Day in my book!
Comment by Alicia Tags — June 27, 2008 @ 8:16 am
It’s great to have you back. I hope you mend quickly and are able to enjoy your summer. Chocolate sounds divine, so count me in on the drawing.
Comment by Patty L. — June 27, 2008 @ 8:21 am
Comment by Silver J. — June 27, 2008 @ 8:38 am
Jilue, nice to hear you’re feeling better.
Comment by Dina — June 27, 2008 @ 8:46 am
I love chocolate!!!!
Comment by Claudia — June 27, 2008 @ 8:48 am
Oh, Julie it’s so nice to hear your call here in the jungle again! So happy to hear your recovery however slow is moving along. Anesthesia is not fun. I’ve only had it once. It’s such a strange thing, like a curtain dropping and then you’re just flying through space. Weird and not in a good way.
I can’t eat the chocolate so don’t put my name in the hat this time. Feel better and I hope you’ll be able to go to national.
Take care. Love, Cher
Comment by Cher — June 27, 2008 @ 8:50 am
Not a contest entry.
Julie, so glad to know you’re feeling better. I had the same surgery eight years ago and it does a number on you. I hope you’re 100% very soon.
Best,
Kay
Comment by Kay Stockham — June 27, 2008 @ 8:51 am
Glad that you are feeling a little better. Surgery sucks! I had 2 c- sections and I thought I was dying. It gets better though I didn’t believe that at first.
Happy Birthday
Comment by Michele — June 27, 2008 @ 9:04 am
Julie~
I am glad that you are back!
I am glad that you are feeling better and I hope that you are a 100% really soon.
Happy Belated Birthday…I hope you had a wonderful day and got everything that you wanted.
Have a great weekend everyone.
Comment by Lori T — June 27, 2008 @ 9:14 am
Happy belated birthday. Did you partake in any of your own chocolates or are they just for the prize and you had something better for yourself? :-)
Make sure you take it easy and that you have someone to care for you. Heal first, then do the fun things.
Comment by ThatBrunette — June 27, 2008 @ 9:22 am
I’m happy to hear that everything went well. It’s a scary thing to do but something you had to. So…get better 100% soon we miss you!
Comment by Melissa — June 27, 2008 @ 9:26 am
It is great that you are back. Good to hear you are recovering. Have a good weekend everyone.
Comment by Crystal B. — June 27, 2008 @ 9:27 am
((HUGS)) Julie.. glad to hear that things are slowly healing.. slow and steady.. like everyone says.. be sure to follow instructions to a T… i have fibrcystic problems too and i havent had a hysterectomy yet but i have a feeling it wont be too long before that day comes..
get lots of rest, and let everyone pamper you to the hilt…
Comment by Jolene Fehr — June 27, 2008 @ 9:38 am
Ooh, those look too good!
Comment by Minna — June 27, 2008 @ 9:42 am
It’s so wonderful to here that you’re on the mend Julie. I hope that soon you feel better. You should probably eat some of those chocolates they’ll make you feel better I know they make me feel better when I’m on the mend.
Comment by Phoebe Jordan — June 27, 2008 @ 9:44 am
Glad you are feeling better Julie!
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Comment by Carolyn A. — June 27, 2008 @ 9:50 am
I know its hard for an active person to sit still, but really enjoy the rest while you can get it…catch up on your reading and just relax
P.S.
Comment by Tina Martinesi — June 27, 2008 @ 9:51 am
Julie, I am so glad you are feeling better!
Have a great weekend, everyone!
Comment by Stephanie S. — June 27, 2008 @ 9:53 am
Donna
Comment by Donna — June 27, 2008 @ 10:08 am
Congrats on your b-day. After what you have been through you should have been Queen for a Day or maybe a week. LOL
Glad you are feeling better.
Comment by Kimmy L — June 27, 2008 @ 10:08 am
Congrats on your b-day.
After what you have been through you should have been Queen for a Day or maybe a week. LOL
Glad you are feeling better.
Comment by Kimmy L — June 27, 2008 @ 10:09 am
who doesn’t love chocolate?!?! i hope your feeling better and thanks for the update and contest!!!! can’t wait til your back full time!
Comment by Lindsey P — June 27, 2008 @ 10:10 am
Take care of yourself!
Comment by Jeanne R. — June 27, 2008 @ 10:33 am
Get better soon. Have a great weekend.
Comment by flip — June 27, 2008 @ 10:37 am
Wishing you aspeedy recovery and belated Birthday! Have a great weekend everybody.
Comment by Teresa W. — June 27, 2008 @ 10:47 am
Glad to hear your doing better Julie. Janelle good luck with your move. Have a great weekend everyone.
Comment by Elisa V — June 27, 2008 @ 10:57 am
Great to hear that the surgery went well!
Comment by Nathalie — June 27, 2008 @ 10:58 am
Glad you’re on the mend Julie and a belated ‘Happy Birthday to You!’ Now who doesn’t love chocolate? Chocolate is my middle name.
Comment by Karen H in NC — June 27, 2008 @ 11:01 am
Julie! Hugs on the surgery. It’s no fun, but you’ll feel better for it in the long run. Here’s wishing a speedy recovery.
Comment by Amy — June 27, 2008 @ 11:03 am
Prayers for your continued recovery.
Queen for a day? Sounds like fun!
Enjoy the weekend, everyone.
Comment by Patricia W — June 27, 2008 @ 11:04 am
Comment by Philomena D — June 27, 2008 @ 11:07 am
Hope your recovery goes well!
Comment by Liviania — June 27, 2008 @ 11:09 am
Carly Happy Belated Birthday, I’m a June baby to the 14th
I pick up a copy of Hot Property and I’m on vacation next week can’t wait to read it. Glad to hear everything went well with your surgery take care of yourself
Beth
Comment by Beth Reimer — June 27, 2008 @ 11:10 am
Comment by Karen B — June 27, 2008 @ 11:18 am
Julie, SO glad you’re feeling better! It’s great to “see” you!
Comment by Fedora — June 27, 2008 @ 11:20 am
Happy Birthday and it’s great that you are doing better.
Have a great weekend!
Comment by BarbaritaV — June 27, 2008 @ 11:20 am
Julie, I am very happy to hear you are on the mend. Keep following doctors orders & soon you will be feeling better than ever.
It sounds like you had a good birthday despite the fact that you are recovering from surgery. Maybe all those yummy doctors your Plotmonkey friends sent you helped.
What a great Friday prize.
Everyone have a good weekend. Enjoy!
Comment by Donna M — June 27, 2008 @ 11:39 am
Best Wishes to you, hope you heal quickly.
Comment by celeber — June 27, 2008 @ 11:39 am
Julie! I’m glad your on the road to feeling better. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Comment by Susan — June 27, 2008 @ 11:41 am
It’s great to hear that you’re recovering, Julie. I hope the recovery continues to go smoothly.
Comment by Karin — June 27, 2008 @ 11:42 am
So glad you hear that you’re feeling better, Julie! And happy belated birthday
- we’re almost birthday buddies, because mine is tomorrow! *hugs* Wishing you a quick recovery!
Comment by limecello — June 27, 2008 @ 11:49 am
Hubby got this horrible virus that I had all week long (and oldest had awhile ago). He pulled a muscle so badly that last night in the ER he passed out….Kinda worried not only for him but we leave for Disney on Monday….
Comment by katie — June 27, 2008 @ 12:24 pm
Glad to see that you are making a full recovery. My sister just had a hysterectomy for those same reasons you listed so I can sympathize with you. Surgery is always tough and I fully agree with the “going under” fears- I have had to do it twice now and it scares me to death. However, as strong women we can do anything! Try to enjoy the rest of your downtime and happy belated bday.
Comment by Anna — June 27, 2008 @ 12:34 pm
Happy belated birthday! I am glad you are doing good, I am supposed to have that surgery but I have been putting it off. I have lots of surgery and I had one that was to stop me from having to have it but that one didn’t work so I guess I will have to have it soon.
I hope you have a good weekend, enjoy it.
Comment by Brenda M — June 27, 2008 @ 12:37 pm
Hi, Julie! I’m so glad you’re feeling better! Take good care. And Happy Belated Birthday! Best wishes for a wonderful year.
Comment by Robin — June 27, 2008 @ 1:11 pm
Julie - I am glad your are mending well. I am having a hysterectomy in August, after putting it off for over a year. I am only 28, and really wanted to wait till I was older, but - oh well. Happy Belated Birthday and I hope you get well quickly.
Comment by carrie — June 27, 2008 @ 1:25 pm
Glad to hear you are feeling better! It is never fun recovering from major surgery. Thanks for another great giveaway!
Comment by Shannon B. — June 27, 2008 @ 1:26 pm
Julie-
Great to hear you are on the mend. Sending you healing thoughts for a quick recovery to 100% Hope everyone has a great weekend.
Comment by Barbara — June 27, 2008 @ 1:54 pm
Been there, had that done, survived. Yes I too was scared witless at the idea of being put under anesthesia and have someone cutting on me. But once I recovered I was so happy to have it done. Hugs and prayers you heal quickly and back to participating in life fully.
Comment by Ellen — June 27, 2008 @ 2:07 pm
Get well soon and happy belated birthday
Comment by catslady — June 27, 2008 @ 2:31 pm
Happy birthday; glad you are recovering. I’ve been through that operation and I remember well the sitting around forever. Take care.
Comment by RobynL — June 27, 2008 @ 2:31 pm
Julie,
So good to hear from you. I had a hysterectomy 6 years ago and I have not regreted it much. Except 2 weeks ago I had to have my bladder “lifted”.
Just do what they say and it will be fine. Wishing you a speedy recovery and lost of love sent your way.
Comment by Debbie — June 27, 2008 @ 2:39 pm
I’m so glad you’re feeling better. The tired part…well, it’s going to take a while, but think of the reading you can do.
Chocolate’s and being Queen…gotta love that one.
Comment by Vicki — June 27, 2008 @ 2:49 pm
Happy Belated Birthday!
I will pass along a bit of advice my sweet MIL gave me when I had my hysterectomy
many years ago: during your recovery period lift nothing heavier than a teacup. I
tried but did not quite follow that suggestion. Like Debbie, I later had to have my
bladder “lifted.” Take care!
Pat Cochran
Comment by Pat Cochran — June 27, 2008 @ 2:57 pm
Happy belated BIRTHDAY! You deserve tobe treated as a queen for the day and I hope it was a very special day too! Hope you are feeling better real soon
Comment by Tamara Bennington — June 27, 2008 @ 4:05 pm
Glad you’re on the road to recovery, Julie.
Comment by Jane — June 27, 2008 @ 4:06 pm
Welcome back Julie!!! I’m so glad your feeling better. Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by erin — June 27, 2008 @ 4:08 pm
Glad to have you back, Julie, and wishing you a speedy recovery.
Comment by Cathy M — June 27, 2008 @ 4:16 pm
Julie,
I’m so glad that you’re back. I hope the recovery goes well. Make sure you’ve got plenty of good books to read while you’re at home. I hope everyone has a great weekend!
Comment by Janet — June 27, 2008 @ 4:33 pm
So glad that you’re back Julie!! Take care of yourself and have a great weekend!
Comment by Shari — June 27, 2008 @ 4:49 pm
I’m so happy your on the mend, it takes awhie to get back on your feet after a hysterectomy. I’ve had a lot of surgeries and you would think it wouldn’t bother me but every time I’m more frightened by the anesthis than the actual operation. Keep resting and treat every day as Queen for a day.
Comment by Dena — June 27, 2008 @ 4:50 pm
WE MISS YOU, JULIE!!! Hope you can come back full time very soon.
Comment by Carol R — June 27, 2008 @ 5:06 pm
So glad you are feeling better! Love the chocolates.
Comment by Estella — June 27, 2008 @ 5:25 pm
Glad to hear that you are doing better! Prayers for a quicker recovery!
Comment by Kathleen — June 27, 2008 @ 5:45 pm
Hope you are getting some time to read during your recovery. Happy Birthday too
Comment by JOYE — June 27, 2008 @ 5:50 pm
A late Happy Birthday! rest, take life easy and wishing you a speedy recovery
Comment by Vicki Wurgler — June 27, 2008 @ 5:53 pm
Hi Julie, I am new to the plot monkeys but I had read a few blogs about you getting better… I am glad that everything is going good for you!!
Comment by Trisha — June 27, 2008 @ 6:23 pm
Hey Jules…I am so glad that you are back…sorry to hear about the hysterectomy, but I am happy that you are on the mend…don’t count me in for the contest okay…just wanted to send you my love…
I hope that everyone is having a wonderful start to your weekend…see you guys later…gotta catch Carly before it’s too late…
Peace and love,
Paula R.
Comment by Paula R. — June 27, 2008 @ 6:55 pm
Glad you’re coming along Julie. Although it may be slow, it’s progress. Take it easy. Follow the doctor’s orders. Hooray for the giveaway! Good luck everyone and have a great weekend!
Comment by Michelle J. — June 27, 2008 @ 7:11 pm
WOW–I LOVE ANYTHING CHOCOLATE.
LOOKS LIKE A LOT OF MONKEYS HAVE HAD SURGERY TOO. I HAD
IT DONE OVER 50 YEARS AGO AND THEY ALSO REMOVED MY
APPENDIX AT THE SAME TIME–I HAVE A HORRIBLE SCAR FROM
THE SURGERY.
ALICE IN TEXAS
Comment by ALICE — June 27, 2008 @ 7:32 pm
Awesome prize! Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by Amy S. — June 27, 2008 @ 7:52 pm
Have a speedy recovery
Comment by Lily — June 27, 2008 @ 8:00 pm
Glad to know that you’re feeling better. That’s nothing that anybody wants to go through so I’m glad that you came through it all ok. Since I didn’t get to send you some flowers while you were feeling really bad here are some now and I hope that they make you feel better.
Missy
Comment by Missy — June 27, 2008 @ 8:13 pm
awwww..I’m glad to hear you okay and hope you heal fast and feel better soon!
Comment by Kammie — June 27, 2008 @ 8:28 pm
Comment by Beth — June 27, 2008 @ 8:32 pm
Glad to here you are feeling better. I hope you have a full recovery soon. Take care of your self!!! Happy Belated Birthday.
Comment by quilt lady — June 27, 2008 @ 9:23 pm
I had my hysterectomy quite a few years ago and I feel for you! You take care of yourself and don’t overdo it! On a positive note, it was one of the smartest things I ever did. I wish you well.
Comment by Kirsten — June 27, 2008 @ 9:55 pm
Hope you recover fast and all is well. Have a great weekend everyone!
Comment by Kate — June 27, 2008 @ 10:34 pm
I am glad you are finished with your surgery and on the mend! Happy Belated Birthday. I just celebrated mine this Thursday! Got to love June
babies. Cindi
Comment by Cindi — June 27, 2008 @ 10:39 pm
Comment by Michelle B. — June 27, 2008 @ 11:00 pm
Comment by Sue Mont — June 27, 2008 @ 11:16 pm
Welcome back! Wishing you a quick recovery. Awesome giveaway as always. Have a great weekend everyone.
Comment by Cherie J — June 27, 2008 @ 11:16 pm
Hope you feel better! Happy Belated Birthday!
Comment by acdaisy77 — June 27, 2008 @ 11:26 pm
Wishing you a quick recovery. Great prize. Sorry I havent bn around much Ive had some personal stuff to tend to.HAPPY FRIDAY ALL
Comment by Nancy` — June 27, 2008 @ 11:44 pm
glad you’re back. good give away this week - - as usual.
Comment by susie — June 27, 2008 @ 11:57 pm
Happy Birthday and hope you feel up to snuff soon.
Did you get any writing done while confined to being immobile?
Comment by Susan P. — June 28, 2008 @ 12:25 am
I’m glad you are feeling better!
Comment by Susan Ford — June 28, 2008 @ 7:48 am
Happy birthday, it’s great to have you back!
Comment by Jack W Mishler — June 28, 2008 @ 7:49 am
I am so happy that you are feeling better. Happy birthday
Comment by Linda L Gates — June 28, 2008 @ 7:50 am
Happy Burthday! Best of health always. Enjoy the weekend.
Comment by ruth — June 28, 2008 @ 12:19 pm
Glad to heve you back with us Julie. I’m sending healing thoughts your way. Happy belated birthday too.
Comment by Barbara-Jo — June 28, 2008 @ 12:39 pm
Glad to see you back with us. Belated happy birthday.
Comment by Ann M — June 29, 2008 @ 7:05 am