My recovery plan thus far is the same as after my first surgery. After I get released from the hospital, I'll stay with my dad and his wife for a week or so. Hopefully by then (probably 2-2 1/2 weeks post surgery) I'll be OK on my own at home. One of my friends offered to organize a meal train for me after the last surgery, but it ended up being unnecessary because one friend went MASSIVELY above and beyond doing meal prep for me (seriously, SO MANY MEALS). So I'm hoping to take advantage of R's meal organizing offer this time out. And I'm slowly reconciling myself to letting friends help me with the cleaning I'm not getting done. I've got one neighbor who I know I can call on in an emergency at home, and I should have Home Health Nurses at least a couple of times a week the first several weeks post-surgery. I have a note from one of my Doctors to allow me to work remote until the end of 2023. There's an outside chance that the new owners (my company got sold AGAIN last year) might have a problem with that (the official line is max 2 days per week remote), but I'm assuming since my Supervisor is OK with me working remote, no one else will cause trouble.

So, I guess that's a rough outline of a support plan for surgery recovery? It's tricky; I'm very used to being independent and self-sufficient. But I'm slowly figuring out ways to loosen up my death grip on the reins.

So many vibes to you, Epic. Expect a care package, and backchannel me anytime if you need to vent.

The stained glass kaleidoscope class is Saturday, and the instructor contacted me this evening to give me the address for the studio. I am 100% UNsurprised to find out it's literally 2 miles from my house. Because of course it is. I'm not complaining; this means I only have to figure in 5 minutes of travel time. I'm just amused because of course all the fun stuff is in Northside.

I mean, it could still be a Saw-type scenario (with bonus handicraft), but at least I won't have to drive very far for the horrors.

Thunder, lightning and hail in SF tonight.

Yes, the thunder startled me a bit. Flashbacks to East Tennessee summers.

It's tricky; I'm very used to being independent and self-sufficient. But I'm slowly figuring out ways to loosen up my death grip on the reins.

It sounds like you have a very good plan in place. I know it is hard to let others do for you, but your focus has to be on recovery, and doing too much can slow you down.

The stained glass kaleidoscope class is Saturday

That sound so interesting! I can't wait to see what you create.

So... weekend plans?

This afternoon I do the mani/pedi/leg wax treatment with my beloved SIL. She spoils me so. I'm thinking French because I am feeling light and Spring-like. I have a pale blue currently, which is nice, but I don't like it on my toes. My building has a Luau planned for tomorrow as a meet and greet social event. I'm looking forward to it, other than the deciding what to wear part. I think I am going with a tropical floral spaghetti strap dress, with pockets, because I care much more about comfort in an outdoor beachside activity than I do about people checking out my arm flab. Then Sunday my cousin and partner arrive for an undetermined amount of time. She has to fly back for work, maybe Wednesday, but he says he is staying until I kick him out. Which would never happen because we love his company. So today, cleaning all the things!!! (Why do I have pets? They really do make a mess.)

Tons of ~ma Epic.

School vacation has not gone according to plan. ltc was sick and missed going to my in-laws and instead of a couple days of freedom I have had my kid clinging to me 24/7. She’s finally better, and we were supposed to see vw and Stitch for Stitch’s birthday tomorrow but now Stitch is sick. Practically ever big plan we’ve had since Thanksgiving has been canceled due to illness.

I'm sorry, sj. I know how much the girls love getting together.

Why do I have pets? They really do make a mess.

I ask this a lot. It's a good thing they are so cute.

Aw, that's a shame, sj.

Laura, that sounds delightful -- both the spa day and the visitors.

I was supposed to have dinner with friends Sunday night, but one had to fly home for a funeral, unfortunately. It's for a birthday, so we're going to reschedule the whole thing, which is fine.

Matt starts his class at the Theatre Lab tomorrow, which is awesome in it's own right and also gives me three hours to myself + travel time + he may have lunch after with our friend Dave, so... peeps, the place to myself for hours and hours! It just never happens, what with both of us working from home. I am practically giddy. I have no idea what I'll do, but... MINE ALL MINE, WHEEEEEE!

Ahem. No other plans except dinner out tonight at a new Thai place.