Overall this has been a very positive experience. Great care. I can’t say enough about my surgical team. Experienced. Compassionate. Communicative. Kind. Team oriented. Everything you want when undertaking complicated procedures.
Now I’m looking forward to rest. And Mail. And eventually visitors. I need to figure out my new normal first.
Thank you to everyone for your support I’m so grateful for my village! 🥰🧠❣️
My recovery is exceeding all expectations!
When I left the ICU I walked the entire length to my room which was considerable. I've been eating healthy, walking every day several times, and resting.
My mom and Barley have settled in.
My surgeon and his team are incredible. If you're planning to have Brain surgery, you want my doc!
Everyone is getting good care. I expect to be going home tomorrow. Still a little shaky on my feet so being cautious. Plus they saved my hair!
Thanks for all the support village! I couldn't have done this without you all!
FEBRUARY 25 UPDATE:
Surgery went really well as did the first night. Ingrid is both talkative and engaged, keeping the doctors nursing staff amused and on their toes.
She is expected to remain at the hospital for 3-5 days in total, first in the ICU and then on a step-down unit. If you want to come visit, short visits are welcome but she gets tired. Will let you know when first visits can happen.
I have been asked to provide details about the day of surgery which is Monday February 24th.
Home to recover until my next doctor appointment on March 10th at 10 am. I cannot drive to this appointment and will need a ride there and back. I expect this appointment to last 2 hours with drive time. If you want to celebrate my staple removal, let me know. By celebrate I mean hang out and get me to and from. 😉 Thanks to Donna for offering to celebrate with me!
* For those interested in the technical aspect of my procedure, I am having an Acoustic Neuroma Resection with a Suboccipital Approach with Auditory Brainstem Response Test to monitor my cranial nerves 8 and 9. These nerves control hearing in my left ear and facial muscles on the left side of my face. They are being very careful to not damage these are I may loose hearing or fascial muscle control.
I've had penpals my entire life. There is nothing more that I love than finding a hand written piece of mail in my mail box!
Not your thing? How about a postcard? That's simple. Just throwing this out in case you have an interest in sending me something.
2531 Meade Ct, Ann Arbor Mi 48105
I can't wait to open my mailbox!
While I am in recovery, my mom will be taking a mini vacation at Vibrant Senior Living. She will be there from Sunday February 23rd through Tuesday March 11th.
To help her pass the time, she would appreciate company. You can stop by for a visit, or pick her up and go for a meal. There are no restrictions about coming and going.
Vibrant Living is at the corner of Prospect and Geddes in Ypsilanti at 8100 Geddes. She's in building 4 that is to the east of the red marker shown below.
Thank you for your interest in helping me!
I tried to set up a calendar where people could sign up for something they could help with, but my tech skills are not up to snuff.
So, if someone would like to help arrange for meal drop off from Thursday Feb 27th through March 11th that would be helpful. I can take over after that.
If you are interested in coordinating a meal drop off please let me know.
Meanwhile, if you want to pick any of these days, just let me know and I'll update this page.
Y'all are making my heart warm! I'm grateful for everyone's help!
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