Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas!

My Moms surgery was on Monday, and it went well. Monday afternoon was rough, they gave her some pain medicine that just wasn't working, I practically had to beg the nurse to get her something else because she needed relief. It broke my heart to see her in so much pain. I stayed at the hospital with her overnight, and my Dad came home to take care of the dog. I don't like staying by myself in our house, we live in the middle of 5 acres, in the woods. The hospital stay wasn't too bad, the nurses were very nice, and they didn't come in a whole lot throughout the night - we actually got some sleep. By morning on Tuesday her pain was mild and she was moving around pretty well. They let her come home after lunch and she slept most of the afternoon. Yesterday was a lazy day, we both slept a lot and just relaxed. She hasn't taken any pain medicine since yesterday around lunch time, she's just dealing with some minor cramps, which is apparently normal with a hysterectomy. I love her and I'm glad she's doing so well. She out of work for 6 weeks, and I'm glad - she needs a break.

We celebrated Christmas last Saturday with our family, so today is just a restful day. I cooked breakfast this morning, and lunch is in the oven now. We're going to have a nice big dinner tonight (lasagna) and watch a movie. Mom's napping now, and Dad just finished washing his truck and is watching TV with me.

I'm trying to keep the housework up, I know my Mom and even though she won't say it - it will drive her crazy if there is a dirty towel or a dish in the sink. It is wearing me out. I have loaded the dish washer 3 times, cooked every meal for 2 days, and washed about 6 loads of laundry. Who knew that 3 people could be so messy? On top of that, we watching my brothers dog. He's a lot of work too!

I'm planning on going shopping tomorrow morning at 5:30 am. I love the after Christmas sales, especially since I have Christmas money to spend! :)

Merry Christmas!
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