Mara's Guestbook

Mara Sherwood  Thanks Meredith. I’m finding the waiting and impending surgery to be very stressful. I am going on April 4th for pre surgery testing. I guess that is making it all feel very real. Not like something I am doing in the future. On top of this I just moved and am chairing a big fundraiser. I guess it’s good to be busy but the surgery is a weighing on me in the back of my mind no matter how busy I am.

Meredith Bray  Ug, the waiting and coordinating life prior to surgery was the worst. I'm glad you have something to keep you busy! My brain turned to complete mashed potatoes about 3 weeks before - I had to write everything down (all appointments, shopping lists - even what I had planned for dinner!) Here's some good news - once you get the surgery behind you, this will all be a blur. Do you have anything planned for after surgery to look forward to - a getaway or vacation or trip? I found thathaving something to focus on besides recovery was helpful in keeping me positive and motivated.

Meredith
Holiday, Florida

Mara Sherwood  I like that advice yes I will definitely take a trip! Supposed to go to a wedding in Ireland in July. I do need something to look forward to for sure!!!