The closer you get to the operating room, the colder the temperature becomes. The more clinical the walls start looking, and the bigger the circumference of the lights. It’s a little unnerving, being wheeled through corridors with my long curly hair in an ugly blue net and no make up on whatsoever; I felt completely powerless.
The anesthesiologist leaned over me as he picked up my hand with the IV and said, “I’m going to give you about 4 bottles of wine in thirty seconds.”
“Hello, Santa!” I said, and that’s the last thing I remembered.
My doctor just called tonight to tell me that the small tumor he’d removed is benign. It is a tremendous gift to receive at Christmas, a gift I didn’t have the sense to ask for as I’d never suspected the presence of a growth. But, how blessed I feel to have been watched over, not only by the doctors who are paid, but by my heavenly father who cares.
Who cares for each one of us even when we don’t know it.
Merry Christmas, a little early, but heartfelt all the same.
Good news! Merry Christmas to you and your family.
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How very wonderful dearest Meredith, I am beyond happy to read the good news, as I am sure you feel blessed this Christmas season.
Hugs and kisses
Your friend always, Sylvie
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Congrats. That’s Great news. Merry Christmas.
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Great news – so happy for you.
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When I read this (the first time around), I thought I was reading an introduction to a novel. Then it hit me that this was your story! I am so thankful you are ok!! Hugs to you and hopefully no lengthy recovery from your procedure. xoxo
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I have tears of joy in my eyes. Blessings abound. Wishing you a speedy recovery and a beautiful Christmas!
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Oh, sweetie, how wonderful. xo
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Love hugs and kisses….glad all is okay!
are you sure you didn’t have just a smidge of red lips on?
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Glad everything went ok. That must have been so stressful.
Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!
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Glad all went well
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Oh! That is a wonderful news and the best possible gift ever!Someone watches over us always, regardless of our knowing it or not! Wishing you a brilliant, happy and merry Christmas!
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Thank goodness! Wonderful news, in time to enjoy the holidays with joy and relief.
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Great news have a great Christmas
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Oh, Bellezza – I’m so glad to hear all is okay. That must have been very stressful for you. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas. Take care. J x
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How lovely to hear that – now you can truly relax and enjoy your Christmas. Wishing you all the best!
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What a wonderful gift – so relieved to hear it! Happy Holidays!
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Praise God for that Christmas present. It surely is a wonderful gift.
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Meredith, that is wonderful news! Hurrah! You are most definitely blessed and deservedly so. I’m so happy for you. Merry Christmas, dear friend! xx
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I never expected so many good wishes from all of you. What a lovely surprise, again! Thank you each one for leaving a comment here and celebrating with me.
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What a tremendous blessing for you. I’m so glad that all went well, and that you can truly celebrate Christmas without anxiety or fear. Merry Christmas, to you!
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So wonderful to see you back, Bellezza. It is definitely a lovely Christmas present. Merry Christmas to you and your family. I loved what your doctor said 🙂 We need more doctors like him.
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So happy about the wonderful news
Happy Holidays!
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Such good news! What a relief! Your response to the anesthesiologist cracked me up 🙂
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I’m one of your newer readers but am so relieved that the outcome was positive and you will home with your family (and books) for the holidays. Loved your exchange with the anesthesiologist. Now, onwards to Volume III of “Emma”….
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Good to hear! I have an outpatient surgery coming up that’s worrying me, too, so am especially glad to know about your good outcome!
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I am so happy for you, M! You are truly blessed! Christmas!
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so glad for the good news!!! Here’s to your complete healing!!
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What great news. Cat Lady wishes you Buon Natale. And I’ll wish you a Happy Solstice, since everyone gets one of those.
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I am so glad to learn that everything is going to be all right, Meredith. Sending loads of positive vibes to you. 🙂
Merry Christmas to you and your family. ❤
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I had a health scare of my own this last weekend, Bellezza, so I can really relate to your sense of gratitude and relief. Anyway, so glad to hear you’re doing well and on the mend! One of the best gifts of all. Take care, my friend. 😀
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Christmas blessing & gift.
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HEALTHY NEW YEAR.
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So glad your outcome was good. Merry Christmas and have a great New Year. Looking forward to continuing with EMMA.
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Those four bottles of wine wouldve been a great christmas gift – but that news must have just lifted that heavy weight of fear. Thank God for your news, and may the angels continue to surround you and that fear just disappear forever!
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So glad to hear that! A great Christmas gift. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
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So glad you’re well. What a gift it is.
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It is so good to hear that all is well–a great gift indeed. Merry Christmas!
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Bellezza this is the best Christmas gift. So glad that you had a good result and hopefully there is a lot of health and happiness in store for you this year!
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