Tap Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 I had tomorrow (Friday) off of work due to a schedule conflict. Dh is out of town for a conference and won't be back till Saturday. I was scheduled to work on Saturday and then take a week off for vacation. I wasn't going anywhere, just taking the time to list a few home school books on Craigslist for last minute shoppers and do some organizing. I wanted to do some hiking and take the kids to dd15s favorite lake, which will require 4 hours of driving, each way. Just a nice relaxing, but productive week. Last night I was dealing with a tantrum from dd7. Right after, my stomach started hurting and I figured that I was getting ulcers due to the stress. The pain progressed, I ended up in the ER, found out that my appendix ruptured and had surgery at 9 this morning. It was 12 hours from first pain to surgery. They bumped me ahead of 6 other patients who were there when I walked in, so I figure I must have looked pretty bad. LOL Now I guess I get a weeks worth of recovery, instead of vacation. Poor dh is in Colorado,We live in Washington and he feels terrible he is not here to help out. I talked him into staying at work instead of coming home early. I really don't need the extra help because our teens have been amazing. I conceded, to him, that he can try to get an earlier flight on a different airline to come early, bu\t to finish his part of the conference (his work will pay for his flight change). Otherwise, I would prefer for him to just stay until his work is done. Ds19 has stepped up and taken care of dd7, and has been driving dd15 around. DD15 spent the day with me, even though I was sleeping most of it, to take care of me in the hospital. She has spoiled me with walking a half mile to Starbucks when an Orange Refresher was all that sounded good to drink. She has set me up with tech for the night (laptops, chargers, ear buds), a book to read, and snacks for when I can eat again. My kids didn't have to be asked to help out, they just jumped into their roles and have been wonderful. Even the nurses have commented how 'sweet' they are. Makes my mama heart proud how they accepted the responsibilities seriously and willingly, with huge kindness and love. Gotta love my teens! I am hugely blessed to have them in my life. I am off to visit my drug induced sleepy land (meds are already onboard, so I hope this post makes sense at al LOL)....but If you wouldn't mind, a few positive thoughts and prayers for speedy healing would be appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Wow, that's rough. I'll be thinking about you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Oh no!!!! Thank goodness you went to the hospital, Tap!!! I'm so glad to hear that you have such helpful, kind, and considerate kids. I hope you make a quick recovery and that you start feeling much better very, very soon! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Wow! (Gentle hug) for you and (hugs) to your kids! BTW I can't believe you didn't ask the hive to diagnose you... *pout* :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snow Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Oh my gosh, Tap! Well, thank goodness the surgery went well and you're kids have totally stepped up. Will be thinking of you and hoping you get well soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Praying for a speedy recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 I forgot to mention that I'll be praying for you! :grouphug: Update us when you can, but more importantly, get some rest and take good care of yourself! :) PS. You might want to change your thread title to let people know what happened -- I thought the thread was actually about your vacation plans. I had no suspicion that I was going to read that your appendix had ruptured! That's very scary!!! :eek: I'm sure many people here would want to know that you could use some prayers, and would want to send you some hugs, too. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 I hope you recover quickly and feel better soon! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Sorry about your vacation week, but I'm glad you're doing well and the kids stepped up to help. I hope your recovery is quick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: That is a crummy holiday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: for you And :hurray: for your children Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Leave it to a mom to schedule her recovery time during her vacation instead of when she's supposed to be working! More realistically, I'm VERY glad things have turned out well and your kids are stepping into their new roles so easily. (This latter part means you've done a terrific job raising them...) I hope recovery goes well. "Enjoy" your down time. AND, insist upon getting your vacation in afterward! :cheers2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Very sorry you have to miss your vacation this way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 So glad you're okay! And so sorry your vacation isn't going to be what you'd hoped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaybee Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 I 'liked' your post, not because of your unexpected surgery, but because your kids are stepping up so lovingly. And because I am glad you got to the hospital when you did! Try to just relax and let yourself be taken care of. And maybe you can get a better 'vacation' when you are recovered! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Feel better! And way to go raising some great kids. I'm glad they are stepping to the plate for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Oh my gosh, Tap! Well, thank goodness the surgery went well and you're kids have totally stepped up. Will be thinking of you and hoping you get well soon. Isn't it great to see how much our teens can step up and take over when need be! Hope your recovery is speedy and painless. Let those kids pamper you for a spell! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Sorry to hear about your new unexpected vacation plans, but at least it's offset by your teens stepping up to the plate! Hope your recovery is speedy. Get well soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristi26 Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Oh my goodness! I'm so glad you got into the ER and got that taken care of! How scary! But what a blessing that your teens are so awesome and have helped you out so much!!! :) Prayers for a speedy and complete recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: That just stinks. Isn't it wonderful when we see our teens as the responsible adults they are becoming? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: for you and :hurray: :hurray: :hurray: for you children. Hope you feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Your kids are awesome. Hope you feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrn Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: Feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaillardia Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 I so dislike sudden surprises like that. I have had 3 similar surprises in five years and was told I am very healthy. HA! Your kids are doing a great job, I know how comforting that must be. I hope you're not in any more pain or that it is well managed. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: A slow start to the school year then and get plenty of rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Wishing you a speedy recovery :grouphug: and your kids sound awesome!! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G5052 Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Oh my, what a shock. Well, at least it is taken care of! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: I'm glad your kids are being so wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 How scary! Feel better soon. Your teens rock! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Yikes! Hope you feel better. I know FOUR people who have had theirs removed in the last 8 weeks, including two teens. What is up with that? The most recent one happened during the family's out-of-state vacation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekland Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Yikes! Hope you feel better. I know FOUR people who have had theirs removed in the last 8 weeks, including two teens. What is up with that? The most recent one happened during the family's out-of-state vacation. So... are you implying that being associated with YOU is the problem we should all beware of? :lol: I've heard of carriers for contagious diseases after all... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 So... are you implying that being associated with YOU is the problem we should all beware of? :lol: I've heard of carriers for contagious diseases after all... Nope. I'm implying that I'm the first to notice this Big Appendix Conspiracy and they're gonna start blowing left and right. Be ready! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 :grouphug: Best wishes for a speedy recovery. And yes, it is great to have wonderful kids. Mine have taken good care of me when I needed it. When you aren't loopy from pain meds, it might be worth a check at work to see if your vacation can turn to sick leave (if you have that) so a vacation later on can happen. But as a mom, I'll say most of my "vacations" have been because I was ill, I call it a "forced vacation" which is sometimes the only way a mom can get a vacation. Maybe if you are feeling up to it near the end of the week, your kids can take you to lunch, or on a picnic nearby. Be sure to watch movies you all love together as well and get all your favorite take out foods! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trulycrabby Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 Wow, what a night! I hope you recover quickly! Sorry your vacation got cancelled. :grouphug: Good job mama for raising some great kids! ::hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 :grouphug: Mine also went at an inconvenient time--start of 2nd semester freshman year in college. Fortunately mine didn't rupture. It took several weeks for me to feel back to normal. Hope you're healing well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted August 23, 2014 Share Posted August 23, 2014 (((Tap))) I hope you are resting comfortably, healing and showered with lots of love and TLC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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