Changed My Mind

So...I wasn't going to post this update because it seemed like such a blip on the radar. BUT I realized that if I didn't and Steve had to post an urgent post tomorrow with not so good news - well, I would be in big trouble! Seriously, as you can tell from the hour of this post and the short time frame, my better senses have gotten to me as well as my nerves.

Wednesday morning, June 6 I will be having surgery. It is scheduled as a day procedure and we don't expect any complications. I have continued to have problems with my endocrine labs and other symptoms and this surgery is to address these issues and hopefully clear up the clinical picture somewhat. The big unknown is this: the procedure has to be done under general anesthesia. No big deal usually but those of you who have been on this journey with us for at least 12 years or since the last brain surgeries know that general anesthesia is a little dicey for me. My last two experiences with general

anesthesia left me in a coma-like state, reliant on a ventilator for days, completely awake on the inside but unable to move a muscle not even a finger or blink for days. A little unnerving to say the least .... The working theory is that it is the length of the surgery and the amount of muscle paralytics that are used. This current surgery is scheduled to last an hour or less so we pray that is the magic number at least! The previous surgeries were in the double digits as far as hours to complete so surely we are good this time!

So I post this update to ask you to pray for a good outcome. Pray for Steve as once again he finds himself in that awful place known as the surgery waiting lounge. He will post an update after the surgery is complete and he knows how I am doing. Thank you for the prayers! And as always, thanks for checking in on us, we love you all!

Lee

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Messages

Jeanne Blanton

June 6, 2012, 7:05 AM

Will be praying for you both. May God have his comforting and healing hand on both of you. Jeanne B

Sandi Henry

June 6, 2012, 9:03 AM

You've been on my mind for the past two days. Now I know why God woke me up. May you and Steve feel God's loving arms around you. Praying that the surgery will be a complete success.

Rae Jean Bettmeng

June 6, 2012, 11:08 AM

What a precious journey it has been with you these last 12+ years! We will be praying on your behalf... know that you are loved! Blessings to you both.

Betsy michalik

June 6, 2012, 11:33 AM

Praying for a great outcome and further light shed on your other issues. love you,Betsy and jim

Lee Anne Giurintano

June 6, 2012, 12:02 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Steve. May this surgery be successful and without complications. I will be anxious to hear from Steve with the results. Keep the Faith!! Hugs and prayers from Paducah, Kentucky, Lee

Debbie Knox

June 6, 2012, 12:06 PM

Praying for you and Steve this morning Lee. Love, Debbie & Greg Knox Jill Shelton June 6, 2012, 12:52 PM Praying for you all! Love you and miss you bunches. Praying God touches all involved today in HIS own unique & special way. Love you Lee, you'll be good & hope to talk to you soon.

James Broman

June 6, 2012, 1:28 PM

My thoughts and prayers shall accompany you both on yet another challenging journey. Jim

Krista Maggard

June 6, 2012, 1:33 PM

Steve & Lee, praying as I read this and continually until we know more. Much Love to you both Krista

Wendy Sternshein

June 6, 2012, 1:56 PM

Our positive thoughts are with you both.

Susan Jenkinson

June 6, 2012, 1:59 PM

I was just talking about you guys yesterday. Of course our prayers are with you. God has been faithful to see you through so many trials in the past, He will surely do it again. Praying for speedy recovery for you and peace for Steve. Love you both! Susan Hatton Jenkinson

Mike Heikes

June 6, 2012, 2:20 PM

Thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Nola von Neudegg

June 6, 2012, 2:30 PM

Praying for a quick and easy surgery and a speedy recovery. We're here to help if you need anything.

Debby Swecker

June 6, 2012, 3:11 PM

Praying...

Teresa Heikes

June 6, 2012, 3:20 PM

You are in my prayers

Joan Bouck

June 6, 2012, 3:23 PM

As Always, there are only good wishes and prayers being sent your way. Get well soon and have a speedy recovery! Joan

Lisa Currall

June 6, 2012, 3:28 PM

Prayers are going up right nnow. The children and I will speed them to God!! Blessings on you both~ Lisa

Tamara Longworth

June 6, 2012, 3:45 PM

Joining in the numbers praying for you and Steve...May God wrap His arms around you both, grant you comfort, peace and good health as you seek more answers! Keep us posted!

Mary Currall

June 6, 2012, 4:13 PM

Sending many prayers for each of you.♥ ~Mary~ Bill & Bev Matney June 6, 2012, 7:20 PM You will be in our prayers as always.