[KellyChron]

I wanted to thank you all for all of your prayers. Things were a little more complicated than the doctors originally anticipated. The 2 hour surgery actually took them about 5 and a half hours... my poor husband was distraught. The doctor removed all of my thyroid and he also had to remove a few lymph-nodes as well. Fortunately, the cancer had only spread to one of the lymph-nodes... the others he removed for testing purposes.

After the surgery there weren't any rooms available in the hospital, so I had to wait in recovery for over 2 hours. The only thing available was a semi-private room. Not my idea of a good situation... She would sleep all day and leave her TV on all night...

I had some problems with my blood calcium level and had to stay an extra night. We finally got it stabilized and I got to come home this morning. I am so happy to be home! I feel pretty good even though I don't have much of a voice yet (that's a side effect of this surgery). I'll be glad to have my voice back.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for all of your prayers and good thoughts. I have felt everyone of them.

[Peppi]

I'm glad to hear that you feel quite ok and everything went fine. I will keep you in my prayers for a total recovery soon. Well, for the MB you don't need much voice, but I hope your voice is coming back quickly.

[alg35536]

Glad to hear you are home

[Sarah in VA]

Kelly,

I've been thinking of you. Thanks for letting us know you are finally home! I'm sorry things were a bit more complicated that originally thought, but it does sound as if everything was taken care of properly. And I'm glad they kept you an extra day to stabilized. Your family is worried enough about you as it is, and if you'd gone home too early and something had gone awry it would have caused them extra angst!

And I'm glad that even if you don't have your voice, you are still able to come to the computer and visit with us. We'll be here all during your recovery. Whenever you need us. And of course, our prayers for your quick and complete recoverly will continue.

So glad to have you back home!

[sheriL]

Glad to hear you're home, and that the doctor's were able to do what needed doing. I hope your recovery goes quickly.

[Sherry Lynn]

Kelly, I am so relieved to hear from you --- I'm so glad to hear that you are home and on your way to recovery, it is always nice to be home and in your own bed (but I'm glad they kept you until everything was stablized). I will continue to keep you and your entire family in my thoughts and prayers.

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[Syndee]

So glad you are home!!! Sorry that things didn't go more smoothly but doesn't that just seem to be the way life is sometimes?! Always throwing us curveballs! Please take care of yourself and give your family a big hug each and every day and keep us posted.

[CRS]

I'm so relieved that the cancer hasn't spread! I'm sorry you had a rough time in the hospital. Take is easy and don't over do it! I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers!

[Zaz]

I'm so glad you're home, Kelly. Now you just have to concentrate on healing. Take it easy. Come here if you need to "talk" or just want to smile a bit. I tell silly jokes in case you need one.

Still praying for you and your family!
~Zaz

[regulargal]

I'm glad you have it over ! Hopefully you recover quickly and things go well from here on in. You and your family must be so relieved!

[cricket331]

So glad to hear your home. I have been wondering how everything was, and was so happy when I read your post. Your job now is to recover and stay positive.

[elismom]

Hi Kelly! I just dropped in on your profile to find the original post about your surgery because I missed it the first time. You have such a positive outlook and that is so inspiring. I am glad you are home and doing well. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Julie - scrapaholic]

Glad to hear that you are now home and resting. Also glad to hear that the cancer did not spread. Please rest so that you can recover quickly.

[Shari PV Mom]

I am so glad you are home Kelly! I've been thinking about you a lot! I'm sorry the surgery was more involved than you expected. Hopefully your doctors took care of everything that needed taking care of and you'll be the pillar of health from now on. I totally know what you mean about the semi-private room (try not at all private ... that curtain does nothing!) I had the same problem a couple of years ago. I went home a day earlier than I should have because I just couldn't take it any more!

I'm going to pray for your complete and rapid healing! And I'll be looking forward to seeing you around - hopefully soon!
Get Well Soon Sweetie!

[kerryveale]

Hi Kelly! Thanks for giving us an update. I'll pray for your quick healing and to get your voice back soon.

[PBarnes]

I'm glad to hear you are at home and feeling a bit better. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

[ScrappingForever]

Glad to hear your home safe and sound! Take care of yourself and get plenty of rest. We're here when you need us!

[Tina M]

Kelly, It's so good to hear that you're feeling on the up side. Take it easy and don't rush.. 's for speedy recovery

[justpattyanne]

So thankful that you are home and doing better. Take it easy and get yourself all the way well. Fortunately, talking to us won't wear on your voice too much. You and your family are still in my prayers.

[WendyFL]

Kelly, glad to hear you are home and praying for a quick recovery. Make sure to give yourself a rest and come visit us here if you feel up to it .

[sunnie2004]

I am so happy for you you are home the best place to recover!!

You will remain in my thoughts Kelly I pray things go well for your family & of course you!

(((hugg)))
Caren

[needadietcoke]

So glad you are home! Take it easy and let yourself heal. My prayers are still with you as you recover.

[floss]

After reading your story I have really felt for you.So glad that you are home,a much better place to grow strong and heal.It must be so frustrating to be without a voice.My best wishes to you for a speedy recovery

[Shelbi]

I am so glad to hear that you are home!!
I hope you are feeling like your old self again soon.
Thanks for letting us know.
Michelle

[Artsy22]

Welcome home. I hope the recovery time is quick for you. It must feel great to be in your own bed with familiar surroundings.

[sschofi404]

I'm happy everything went well for you

Jennifer

[jeschaff]

Hi Kelley, I'm glad you're home. Take it easy and when you want something to do, pop in here where you don't have to type above a whisper!

[lgsouthfla]

Kelly I am so glad things went well and you are home now. Rest up and feel better soon!!

[kimmybutton]

i'm so relieved you are home now, kelly! being home just makes you feel better, doesn't it. thank goodness the operation is over and that your surgeon is so thorough and cautious. continuing to say prayers for a complete recovery as well as comfort for you and your family. get as much rest as you can and pop in to tell us how you are doing! (((HUGS)))

[schmoo]

Thanks for keeping us posted Kelly. Glad you are home and recovering well.

Sue