Thanks to everyone who said prayers and sent words of encouragement to Gill. She anxiously reported for surgery around 5:30 this morning, surgery started around 7:00 am and wrapped up close to 8:00 am. DHL reported that things went well and that he expects a typical, normal recovery for a hysterectomy. I spoke with her a bit ago and she seemed to be in good spirits and not in a ton pain. She was quite proud of herself for going pee on her own. That Jill, always setting the bar high for herself. Like when we were little I remember her career goals were to be a "Sandwich Artist" from Subway. Aim high, Jill!
Jack, Jill's husband yes, their names are Jack and Jill, sent me this picture of Gill right before surgery. My first thought was how beautiful she looked (seriously, who can rock a hair net like that?!). Then, the worry started to set in and the tears started to flow. You see, I know that look on her face. You may see a pretty smile, but that's her "I'm going to smile because I'm fighting back the tears look." Most of you may not be familiar with that look from Jill because she is so strong. But, I know that look. Goodness I love her!
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| Jill before surgery... and likely after they gave her some medicine to calm her down. |
I wasn't aware she was having it so soon! Sooner it's done, the sooner life goes on.
ReplyDeleteYou girls are so brave! I just caught up on several of your posts. Been thinking about you both a lot. Love you much!
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting this pic of me! I'll make sure to return the favor in a couple of weeks. ;) Julie, I love you. It sucks we have to do any of this but at least we get to do it together.
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