Monday, January 18, 2010

EVERYTHING'S OKAY!

Created By My Colonial Home
A WORD ABOUT THE PIZZA IN MY LAST POST.....
It's a thicker pan pizza and you will definitely have to EAT IT WITH A FORK....maybe the edges you can pick up after it cools a bit - but probably not the centers.

Also, we never cook the ground sirloin before...we put it on in flat pieces and it cooks completely and quickly as the pizza bakes....and because it's ground sirloin I don't worry about it not being completely cooked (ALTHOUGH IT DOES COOK THROUGH).


This day started out very early...up at 3 a.m., left the house at 4, arrived in Milwaukee at St. Lukes hospital by 4:45....Doug went up to surgery at 7 on the nose!

I went to sit in the day surgery waiting room and in came Darren and MaryAnn to keep me company...this just missed seeing dad by 6 minutes.

At 9:30 dr. came and said it went great and that the tumor turned out to be a HUGE cyst (larger than a large egg!), which attached itself onto his saliva gland...he said it definitely was benign but they still sent it in for a biopsy and we could call on Thurs. or Fri. to get the results....all is well.
Went back down to day surgery to sit with him till he was okay to leave...we were on the road back home at 11:01!  What a morning!

So now he's sleeping and I'm doing this and then will sew the rest of the day.
Tomorrow we both will be able to attend my uncle's funeral which I'm very happy about.

I thought I would post this for EVERYONE who sent well wishes our way.
THANK YOU SO MUCH.

See you all later,
Karen

47 comments:

  1. AnnJanuary 18, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    Karen, I'm so glad to hear that Doug's surgery turned out well and the cyst is benign. We've been talking to my sister quite a bit with the arrival of baby Natalie over in Mukwonago! ~Ann

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  2. Gettysburg HomesteadJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:05 PM

    I am so glad everything came out ok today Karen.

    Mary

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  3. LindaJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    Hi Karen..........great news about Doug. I know you were very anxious and now sound so relieved.
    Till later.
    Linda/simplycountryseasons

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  4. At Home With AmyJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:09 PM

    Thank the Lord for another answered prayer.
    Hugs,
    AMY

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  5. SusannahJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    I am so happy that everything is working out for Doug. Give him our best!

    Susannah

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  6. Linda - Behind My Red DoorJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    Hi Karen,

    Somehow I missed that Doug was having surgery but I am thriled to read he is OK and it is just a cyst!! WOOHOO!! So glad is he home with you where you cal lavish with healing love and attention. Sending warm hugs, Linda

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  7. Angie Berry ~ Berry Homespun PrimitivesJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    Wonderful news! Thank you God for an answer to prayer!

    Relax and enjoy the rest of your day. Sounds like you will be with your sewing.

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  8. JodyJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:12 PM

    Wonderful news Karen! You must be so relieved....have a great rest of the day.

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  9. UnknownJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    Karen,
    What wonderful news.
    Im so glad everything went well and you both have arrived back home.
    Thanks so much for taking the time out to give us an update.
    I will continue to keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
    Make sure you take some time out to rest also!!
    Youve had a very busy day sweetie!! Dont work too hard!

    Take Care,
    Tam

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  10. ShariJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:17 PM

    Karen, so glad that things went well! You were in my thoughts this morning.

    Hugs,
    Shari

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  11. TeresaMJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:19 PM

    Glad to hear the surgery went so well Karen!!!

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:35 PM

    Karen,
    Glad to hear that everything went well with Doug's surgery...and that he is home resting.
    Take care and have a great week.
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  13. Lee Hill PrimitivesJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:38 PM

    Hi Karen, So glad that the surgery went well, and the news are positive. Hugs, Evelyn

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  14. CarlaJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:42 PM

    Karen,
    It's good to hear that Doug's surgery went well with good results. Hope he heals quickly. Enjoy the rest of your day.

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  15. LorettaJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:50 PM

    Hi Karen,
    So glad everything went well with the surgery. Now you can rest knowing everything will be well. Hugs, Loretta

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  16. Valley Primitives Gift ShoppeJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    So glad to hear all went well with Doug's surgery!
    Kim

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  17. CraftypersonJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:56 PM

    Hi Karen..
    So glad to hear that the surgery went well and your both home safe and sound...
    Have a safe trip to your uncle's funeral tomorrow..Your in our thoughts and prayers...
    Hugs,Trena

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  18. Janet - underthewillowJanuary 18, 2010 at 3:15 PM

    That's great news about Doug Karen! Thanks for the update!

    Enjoy the rest of your day!

    Janet

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  19. Cindy SurberJanuary 18, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    So glad to hear all went well with Doug's surgery. Praying for a fast recovery,

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  20. Chatty Kathy~Palmetto PrimsJanuary 18, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    Wonderful news Karen!! So happy surgery went well. What a relief!! Hugs to you my dear!!

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  21. •♦•©The Olde Weeping Cedar •♦•January 18, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    So happy it all went well, Karen!

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  22. lakeffectJanuary 18, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    Wonderful news! Up at 3 am? Hope you had a nap this afternoon!

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  23. ValJanuary 18, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    Thank the Lord, Karen. I am so thankful for you. I am glad that you get to go to the funeral. We will keep you all in our prayers.

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  24. JanJanuary 18, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    So happy to hear that things went well! Been thinking about you!

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  25. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    I am so glad everything went well.Yippee! Thanks for getting back to us on this busy and nerve-wracking Monday, it's so thoughtful of you!

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  26. Holly Hills PrimitivesJanuary 18, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    HOORAY!!! Glad everything went well - or better! Have a great day, Dawn

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  27. Donna~One Simple Country GirlJanuary 18, 2010 at 6:04 PM

    Thanks for the update Karen. I'm glad everything went well for Doug and that he will be able to accompany you to the funeral tomorrow.
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  28. DanJanuary 18, 2010 at 6:15 PM

    Karen~ I am so glad that everything turned out okay. I have been wondering all day! Have a good week! ~Dan~

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  29. The Cinnamon StickJanuary 18, 2010 at 6:36 PM

    Hi Karen.....hearts going out to you...so wrapped up in my own life I haven't checked to see what is happening to friends. All good news is great to read!!! Sending many hugs your way....and letting out a big sigh!! Judy

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  30. Something Nice and PrettyJanuary 18, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    Very glad for both of you Karen:)

    Rondell

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  31. SherrieJanuary 18, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    Wonderful news for you and Doug. God is so good!! Have a safe trip tomorrow....you will all be in my prayers. Maybe things will get back to normal Wednesday. Hope you get a good nights rest!
    HUGS TO YOU, Sherrie

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  32. deniseJanuary 18, 2010 at 8:25 PM

    glad to hear that your son's surgery went well.

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  33. TerryJanuary 18, 2010 at 10:12 PM

    Hi Karen!
    So happy to hear that Doug's surgery went well, and the good results!
    I've been a little out of the loop because I've been trying to rest my wrist, but I have to tell ya that your pizza looked so delicious! I'm going to try one myself.
    Take care!
    Terry

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  34. LynnJanuary 18, 2010 at 11:03 PM

    Karen, I am so glad that everything turned out okay with Doug's surgery. I am so sorry to read of your Uncle's passing, but, I am glad that you and Doug will be able to attend his funeral.
    You and Doug both take care now, and have a great rest of the week..

    ~Lynn/OKC

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  35. Notes from the HomesteadJanuary 18, 2010 at 11:44 PM

    Oh that is great news Karen! Thanks for keeping us updated. We are all like a little "blog family" and you were in my thoughts this morn.!
    Hugs,
    Kim

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  36. carolyn@simple~primitive~devotionJanuary 19, 2010 at 7:13 AM

    So glad that Doug is okay. I hope he never has any more trouble from this, or anything else.
    Also glad that some of your family were able to be there with you while you waited.
    Enjoy the rest of your week!

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  37. Hillcresthome PrimsJanuary 19, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    Karen, Please let your husband know that we are praying for a fast recovery, and thank the good Lord that everything is okay. I am sure that is alot of weight off you.
    I know you will take good care of him!!

    Thanks for letting me know about the sirlon (Meat) that I can put it on the pizza and it will be cooked. I can't wait to try it Friday night because that also is our family game night!!

    ~Blessings to you friend and Doug~,
    Tricia

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  38. Susan WalkerJanuary 19, 2010 at 10:27 AM

    Oh Karen...that is wonderful news. I'm sorry that he had to go through all this and that he had the cyst to begin with, but thankful it's benign!! Keeping the happy thoughts and prayers coming your way...Susan

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  39. BirgitJanuary 19, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    Hi Karen,
    I'm so glad everything turned out well for both you and Doug.
    Sending you hugs & prayers~ Birgit

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  40. thesimpledazeJanuary 19, 2010 at 10:32 AM

    So glad you got good news.Going to try the pizza this weekend I love deep pizza so I am all about eating it with a fork.So sorry about your uncle but happy for you that you both can attend the funeral.Prayers your way.

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  41. ElizabethJanuary 19, 2010 at 10:59 AM

    I am so glad everything is okay!

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  42. A Bit of ColourJanuary 20, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Glad to hear that all turned out well & he is on his way to recovering!

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  43. SherieJanuary 20, 2010 at 4:42 PM

    Karen, I am so glad to hear that your hubby is doing well. Thank God it was benign. Your pizza looks awesome. I just might have to try that. Don't forget to take care of yourself as well as your hubby. As always, Sherie

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  44. QUAINT AND PLAINJanuary 20, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    HI KAREN.. GLAD THE SURGERY IS OVER AND ALL IS WELL.... I BOUGHT THE FIXIN'S FOR MAKING YOUR YUMMY PIZZA,,, TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT TO GIVE IT A GO... ITS PIZZA TIME HERE!! XXX....B

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  45. ♦Down Willow Lane♦January 21, 2010 at 1:01 AM

    I'm so glad it turned out well for your husband.What a worrying time for you all.

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  46. Tammy ~ Country Girl at Home ~January 21, 2010 at 8:26 AM

    Hi Karen,

    I'm just getting caught up on everything. I'm so glad all went well with Doug and that it was benign! I'm sure you've been worried. God is good!

    Hugs,
    Tammy

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  47. DanJanuary 21, 2010 at 6:36 PM

    Hey Karen! Thanks for visiting my blog today. I really appreciate all of your kind words! ~Dan~

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So glad you came to visit - feel free to leave a comment.
I will try and answer as many as I can - maybe not immediately but I will get to you!

Karen

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