I can't tell you how many times I've uttered the phrase, "I just really need a week alone in the house."
Which clearly falls in the category of "be careful what you wish for."
Because a random week alone comes at a price.
#ThingsIDon'tHaveTimeFor
#ButIt'sHighStakesTestingSeason
#ControlFreaksAndSurgeryDon'tMix
Without getting into the nitty gritty details of my intenstines, I'll say it's been a rough couple of months culminating in my gallbladder no longer being part of my body organ inventory and me going on 29 days sans coffee.
The latter being more traumatic to me than the actual removal of a body part.
I. really. miss. coffee!
I had surgery last Thursday and am "recovering" at home.
And by recovering, I mean partaking in painkiller-induced online shopping sprees (bathing suits in January in New England? Makes sense to this girl).
I'm going back to the doctor on Friday and am hoping to be cleared to return to work on Monday.
Because that's as far as my sub plans go.
And let me tell you, planning for an extended sub is no fun at all. But, I do have some pics and a blog post in the works for those of you who may find yourself in a similar situation down the road.
Luckily I lined up an awesome sub and I have a wonderful classroom aide this year so I have peace of mind that all will be well while I'm gone.
I'm not sure how this week will turn out. I was hopeful that the extended couch stay would result in having a chance to chip away at my blog and product to do list, but the past few days have actually found me falling behind. I'm feeling better each day. My kids are going back to school tomorrow so the house will be quiet.
Hopefully you'll be hearing lots more from me soon.
I hope all y'all who are off today are enjoying the l-o-n-g weekend. xoxo Jodi
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ReplyDeleteOh no! Wishing you a speedy recovery. Don't work so hard. About the coffee...triple OH NO! I can relate
I can really relate to that! Several years ago, much like you, I kept saying I wish I could just shut down & relax for about a week...I even jokingly said, "I wish I would be hospitalized for about a week."! Be careful what you wish for is right! I was hit by a drunk driver & ended up in ICU for 8 days! While I did get morphine-induced rest...it really wasn't the kind of rest I meant! lol
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you're on the road to recovery! And I agree...getting ready for a sub stinks!
Primary Inspired
Your shopping sprees are too funny! Get well soon.
ReplyDeleteShelly
Smiling and Shining in Second Grade
Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteHope you feel so much better so quickly! Smiles & hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteAmy Howbert
Little Miss Organized
amyhowbert1@gmail.com
Life without my gallbladder has been great! Docs had trouble diagnosing for a few weeks. I just stopped eating because that was all that worked. Gallbladder free for more than ten years. Never have experienced that kind of pain since! Your recovery will go fast and things will be good again. Sending wishes of blessings.
ReplyDeleteLouise
I hope you feel better soon!!
ReplyDeleteYikes! Hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteI'm in the process of writing extended sub plans for my tonsillectomy scheduled for next week. What a pain to write so many days of sub plans. I'll never complain about one-day plans again!
Colleen :-)
Fun and Fearless in First
I hope you heal quickly and feel better soon!
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Oh, Jodi, I'm so sorry! I had a flareup of gallstones when I was pregnant and was able to control it for a while with diet. Unfortunately, I ended up in the hospital at 3 weeks postpartum with gallstone pancreatitis. I wasn't allowed to eat for 5 days, I wasn't with my newborn, I was pumping all the time, it was AWFUL. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. That said, I healed quickly and hope you will too. And not having gallstone attacks anymore is a nice perk too. Best wishes!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your gallbladder. I had mine out years ago, but I could still have coffee. What's up with that?
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Oh my! I'm home with a sinus infection and just making 1 day arrangements was an ordeal. Thank goodness for my Sub Tub or I wouldn't have made it. YOU were my inspiration to get organized this year and that Sub Tub was a part of it. I do hope you recover quickly and are up and about soon. All the best.
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I had recently my meniscus removed! I can see myself in that pic!
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Ramon
Fonts 4 Teachers
Fonts 4 Teachers in TPT
Oh my we must be related. I had my gallbladder removed a month ago and to my great horror before Christmas break and I am a first year teacher. Ugh! Talk about feeling extra vulnerable. Hope you feel better. I don't know about you but I lost 15lbs and feel great! I hope your recovery goes well and thanks for your site. You are a blessing for a newbie like me!
ReplyDeleteOh my we must be related. I had my gallbladder removed a month ago and to my great horror before Christmas break and I am a first year teacher. Ugh! Talk about feeling extra vulnerable. Hope you feel better. I don't know about you but I lost 15lbs and feel great! I hope your recovery goes well and thanks for your site. You are a blessing for a newbie like me!
ReplyDeleteOh my we must be related. I had my gallbladder removed a month ago and to my great horror before Christmas break and I am a first year teacher. Ugh! Talk about feeling extra vulnerable. Hope you feel better. I don't know about you but I lost 15lbs and feel great! I hope your recovery goes well and thanks for your site. You are a blessing for a newbie like me!
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry that you are going through this and I hope all will be better very soon! I seriously can't imagine going without coffee but I hope you take this time to rest and feel better!!! The To Do list will always be there waiting for you so get some naps in while you can!!!
ReplyDeletePrayers for a quick and healthy recovery!!
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon!
ReplyDeleteOh no! For one part I am so happy you are okay and recuperating. In the other part I feel sad because I feel your pain. I have gone through this before and I know its not fun. It knocks out your week and the day that lie ahead where you need to catch up.
ReplyDeleteThank god you are okay and safe. What matters the most now is recuperation.
Hope you have a quicky and speedy recuperation
Vanessa
Kinderloves
Prayers sent your way!
ReplyDeleteI hope you are feeling better soon. I have a teacher friend at work who had the same operation and she went back to work too soon and she ended up having to stay home even longer. I'm glad that you are resting.
ReplyDeleteJennifer
Darling Little Learners
Oh, no! I hope you are able to go back to work on Monday! I was out for a minor surgery this year and even being away for 2 days was too long for me! Feel better!
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