Sunday, September 21, 2014

3 Years and VERY thankful

Three years ago today, I Lily Belle underwent surgery for my ruptured cervical disk. IVDD is a horrible disease that affects many of us wiggle butts. Trust me, it is NO fun.

We are all so very thankful that I am here today bringing joy to my family and friends. I'm a lovable little girl (ok, I admit I'm a senior at 10 years of age and turning a little gray) but I'm still as lovable as one can be.

Every night when we say our prayers we always pray for Dr. Starr Cameron and Marina as they healed me and took such excellent care of me during my stay at Cornell Companion Animal Hospital. And let's not forget to say we always thank God for his guiding hands.

 My 5" incision under my chin

 Mommy's favorite picture from my recovery. Grandpa Bob was put on "Lily watch" and fell asleep on the job.

Becoming an IVDD SURVIVOR, is also the reason Mommy started blogging. She still says she can't believe it's been 3 whole years since she started doing this and that people actually read the shit beautiful words we write! Out of all the heartache that comes with IVDD we've made lifelong friends and for that we are blessed and thankful.

Mommy said that we will celebrate today with a special dinner. I can't wait!

Hugs,
Lily Belle









19 comments:

  1. We are so happy you had such a successful surgery and your Mom took up blogging to share you with us!

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  2. Lily Belle WE are also very much thrilled that you had a very successful surgery and that YOU CAME TO BLOGVILLE to Celebrate that Success. We are Good at the Celebrating of stuffs, you know.

    We love the pic of you and our beloved Grandpa Bob...

    Hope that your dad is recovering well... under your watchful eye.. and MUFFIN's Too.

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  3. Celebrations and a happy dance over here as all was well. Enjoy celebrating. Have a serene and easy Sunday.
    Best wishes Molly

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  4. Congrats on celebrating 3 years since your surgery!!

    Your Pals,

    Murphy & Stanley

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  5. Congrats to you on this special anniversary. We're so glad you not only survived but have thrived as a resident of Blogville too.

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  6. Special dinner....yum! Congrats on your anniversary.

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  7. I'm very excited that your surgery was a success. Special dinner, sooooo what's on the menu?

    Aroo to you,
    Sully

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  8. So happy you were heeled, err, healed, sweet Lily. We love you and your dear family. I'm 9/12, so 10 doesn't seem too 'senior'! *hugs and love from Hurley, and Pop and Scribe*

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  9. Howdy Lily. So glad all went well after your operation and you found Blogville. We too LOVE the photo of you and Grandpa Bob. It's a beauty. Hope your Dad is feeling ok and your mum is getting a minute or two to relax!! No worries, and love, Stella and Rory

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  10. Lily, it is truly a day to celebrate!!! We also hope your Dad, Grandpa Bob, AND Mom are doing better.

    Woos - Phantom, Ciara, and Lightning

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  11. OMD...Lily your scar looks EXACTLY like my scar from my surgery that I had a few years ago, also for a disk. And I'm 10 years old too....do you think that maybe we're TWINS?

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  12. Lily Belle - You and I have a similar condition, and we both had similar surgeries. I'm so glad that you're doing SO well!!! We love you.

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  13. So glad that you are a survivor of that surgery!! Go ahead and CELEBRATE!! Love the photo of Grandpa Bob and you!! Hope things are settling down somewhat for your mom...Happy Monday!

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  14. We didn't nose this about you Lily Belle we are so glad you are healthy now and wesa knows how much your family loves you. We hopes your daddy is doing well.
    stella rose

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  15. So glad you are doing so well Lily Belle. I enjoyed looking over the pictures of you during your recovery. I know you are very much loved and you bring so much love and comfort to your family. Good Job Pretty Girl

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  16. Best wishes Lily Belle. From another Lily in Minnesota....:)

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  17. Lily Belle you are truly blessed your mom is one good nurse too taking care of you all!
    Hugs madi your bfff

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