By the way, you can still donate to my GoFundMe, even though the GOAL HAS BEEN REACHED THANKS TO ONE OF THE MOST GENEROUS PEOPLE OF ALL TIME! My “shitbag” supplies are quite expensive as is the ongoing medical care I need! https://t.co/k9vZTqpre3
Five years ago yesterday, my life changed forever.
I had my entire colon removed in emergency surgery due to an infection that almost killed me. I got a permanent ileostomy.
Five years ago today, less than 24 hours after surgery. I was still pumping milk to make sure i would be able to feed my 10 month old when I got back home. My kids weren’t allowed to visit because of covid. Not even to breastfeed.
I had no idea I wouldn’t be home or see my babies for six weeks. I had no idea this was just the beginning, and soon I would almost die again.
It’s a journey I’m still on. I’ve had dozens more surgeries, and dozens more hospitalizations. Moved to a new town for a better hospital. Had to file for bankruptcy. Moved myself and family in with my parents to help support me with my quality of life.
I still haven’t healed emotionally from it all. But I know I never could have made it without the amazing support I got and continue to get from many of you.
I don’t really know what else to say other than thank you. I’m still really struggling with it all.