Well I made it to the other side! Surgery was Friday and it went great, no complications, I did all I could do and pushed myself a little more each day. Dr. Babineau allowed me to come home on Sunday I was so grateful! Being home has helped more than anything. I had a pelvic mass removed in December with an abdominal incision, I can say that the pain with this surgery was nothing compared to that, so I did really well. The morphine drip wasn't for me.......I realize it was controlling pain, but I couldn't sleep while taking it. I was hooked up to it about 8pm Friday evening and by 3am that morning I was no longer using it and didn't use it the rest of the stay. I'm already tired of jello and bullion! Imagine that. I did have a popcicle yesterday and that settled really well with me. I haven't had an appetite at all and no cravings. From reading some of the post I might be lucky in that area. I've lost 8 pounds which amazes me. I've started walking, but I am still really sore so I take that slow, but try to walk a little every day. Thanks to all of you for your support and your prayers, I know things wouldn't have gone so smoothly with them. I'll keep ya updated, and if anyone has questions shoot them my way and I will try and respond. Take Care. Marina