Dec 20, 2011
Heart Surgery!
It has been confirmed, Mom is having open heart surgery sometime within the next few hours. She would only be bumped in the case of a heart transplant.
I have decided to stay here in Mazatlan rather then fly to Edmonton. I have chosen to stay close to the phone and the computer in order to be able to have immediate updates from the hospital throughout the day.
I just could not imagine flying for 11 hours and not being in contact with my family. I really had wanted to give Mom a final hug & kiss before the surgery but that is not to be. I have spoken to Mom this morning and she seems at peace within herself and is looking forward to having her heart repaired so she can start to really enjoy life. I will speak with her again just as her stretcher is rolling down the hall to the OR. I am happy with my decision.
There is nothing I can do for her if I go there now, she will be in good hands. One piece of great news is that the Pashmina shawl I had sent for her birthday has arrived and Dad will make sure she opens the parcel before heading to surgery. It’s almost like a piece of me will be there with her this morning. That puts a smile on my face along with a few tears in my eyes.
Yesterday's sunset, thinking of soon seeing Mom.
So I am packed, ready to go, but I am staying. However I am not unpacking until tomorrow, just in case!
I will update later today when I have some news to share. Hugs to you all. Your comments, emails and cyber hugs mean so very very much. Gracias!
1:00PM Edmonton time/also Mazatlan time
I have been on the phone all morning, talking to Mom, Dad, my sister, and the nursing station. I just counted, have made 12 calls!! Mom has still not gone to the OR. Still waiting, almost 3 hours late. Mom did open her shawl and she was thrilled. I look forward to seeing her wearing it some day.
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I think you have made the right decision Contessa. I had the same decision to make two years ago over my brother in Edmonton. I too chose to stay in Mexico and keep in touch via Skype and looking back, I know it was what my brother would have wanted me to do and what I would have wanted him to do if the situation were reversed.
Contessa – I know this is a hard time for you but I think you have done the right thing. My Dad had a heart by-pass and I couldn’t be there. All we had at that time was a telephone. But he lived for many many years after the surgery and felt so much better. My hubby has also been through two heart by passes and the difference in his quality of life is amazing. The waiting is the hard part and our prayers are with you and your Mom and family. Looking forward to the update.
good decision C…this is definitely a hard time for you…but I think you are doing the right thing. This way you will not be travelling all day and night wondering what is going on at the hospital…you can be in Mexico and have instant updates. I’m so glad you got to talk to her and that a part of you will be with her today…I’m keeping a prayer on lips and in my heart for success and fast recovery for her…it does sound like she is in the best of hands..many many hugs to you my dear..I will be watching for updates…and thanks so much for updating us all…at this busy time..
Hang in there, she will come out just fine! She’ll be so much more fit and able to enjoy life. I’ll keep praying.
Like you said she is in good hands.
All we can do is pray for the best!
Good decision and keep us posted!!