Final Preparations

We're in final countdown mode now. Mom had taken her last dose of Coumadin on Wednesday night. I washed the pajamas and clothes that Mom wants to take to the hospital for her overnight (hopefully!) stay. Both appointments have been confirmed. We're ready!

Over the past few weeks, Mom has mentioned several times that she should postpone her surgery. Every time something comes up in the family (a small issue, perhaps), she uses this as a reason to postpone the inevitable. However, A and I just say something like "No, you have to have your surgery because we need you now more than ever." This usually does the trick. I have lost count how many times I have had to have this conversation with Mom... at least a dozen times! We are not letting her get cold feet.

Mom is having part 1 of her scheduled procedure tomorrow (Monday). She is headed to the dentist for a 9am appointment to get a tooth extracted. I am hopeful that she will not be in too much pain from the extraction. I'm sure the dentist will give us a prescription in case the pain gets bad, but I already know that Mom will not take anything stronger than a Tylenol (I mean the GENERIC version we finally talked her into!). It'll be good to have the prescription anyway as a backup plan.

Mom has planned to have a substantial breakfast in case she can't chew much later on. She also wants to pick up a milkshake on the way home for the dentist. She has the most interesting thought processes! I may have to pick up some "Ensure" or "Slimfast" for her to drink as well. At least those are meal replacements.

Part 2 of the scheduled procedures is on Tuesday at 8am. That's when we head to the hospital for the pacemaker procedure. We will check in at 6:30am at Rush Medical Center. Dr. T begins his work at 8am. A has taken the day off from work, so we will wait together during the procedure and see Mom when she has a new heart rate. I'm excited for her!

I know that it's not her time to leave us yet. However, your prayers are still wanted and welcomed. I will update this blog daily this week.

Fingers crossed!