"Igorless" is certainly what we are hoping for. Kathy had her surgery today and the last nasty, little bits of Igor were removed (along with a whole bunch of lymph nodes). It will be 7 - 10 days before the pathology reports will be back. These results will show if there were "clear margins" (in other words, do any minuscule evil Igor cobwebs remain?). If they do, another surgery would be scheduled...soon.
Kathy is well ensconced in the Phillips Building of Mass General. This is where the crown princes of the world come to have their treatments. And, why would we expect anything less for our Kathy??? We would not!
On the 22nd floor, with a panoramic view of Boston, the State House, the Harbor and Logan Airport, post surgery, Kathy was glowing and alert. Steve has been with her since their 0545 arrival this morning. The relief was evident on both of their faces. They were relaxed and happy. Kathy will be spending a restful night at the hospital (until 0430 when the resident comes by to check on her) and then home tomorrow where a visiting nurse will be stopping in daily to help out.
Denise and Ellen, please know that although Kathy fully intended to come to the airport and help schlep bags for school vacation, sadly, her doctor has advised against this. Such a shame!
Kathy sends love and thanks to all of you. She'll be back on her blog soon. Until then, please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.
Irene
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I am so pleased you found the time to update the blog. Truly I was thinking of you all day yesterday. You are just radiating pure happiness. Igor certainly picked the wrong chick to mess with!! You are an inspiration to all of us. I can not wait for the book, the movie and the Oprah appearances. With all of the royalties coming in tell Steve he better step up to the plate with his workouts. We can't let you be seen with anything but gorgeous arm candy!
Way to go Kath!!! We are so proud of you and psyched that everything went well yesterday! Jaelyn and Gerry send their best. We are thinking of you always, tough girl! Love you,
Lexy
Dahling ! you look marvellous!
Only you could look so great after surgery....kinda like Irene flying 16 hours and keeping her makeup on (you know what I mean?)
Dyiing to know how it went and keep up the great spirits...lots of hugs
Sarah
As this odyssey unfolds, it seems to be morphing into the Lord of the Rings trilogy. That being the case, as of today we're on the third reel, only the title of this saga is Return of the Queen. At 11:40 this morning, our Gal walked, no STRODE, regally out of Mass Gen'l into the sunshine and back home to stay. Not accompanying her was the wretched parasite she'd gone there with but she's sporting some medical contraptions to facilitate her speedy and uneventful recovery.
There's still a one more reel to go but your appeals to the Director have guaranteed a happy ending.
Thanks
Congratulations Kathy! You came through with flying colors and we are rooting for you. The picture is amazing as you look terrific!
Walked out of the hospital, no less!
Will be excited to chat with you when you have had time to get used to a routine at home.
Love, '
Lisel
Kathy & Steve,
It was fabulous to see Kathy (and, of course, Steve too)looking so good & up and around several hours after returning to 1 Avery Place. Jim is eager to join me for the next visit. We're sending positive vibs for a good pathology report. Love, Ann (& Jim)
AF!
Glad to hear everything went SO well! You're one tough cookie!
Many hugs and kisses,
Kate
Kathy~
So glad to hear of the success of your surgery...and your amazing ability to stroll out the door of that hospital! Only you could do it with such grace and dignity....we love you and keep you and Steve in our daily prayers.
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