Well, another day down...almost. I am already beginning to count the days to real food! Today I did get to have some potato soup. It had to be strained because the potatoes can't go through my teeth. But it was so good. Today is the first time I have had anything hot. I'm hoping I can do more soups in the next couple of days. Maybe some chicken noodle where I just drink the broth. The most important thing is that I get enough protein and so far I haven't been doing a very good job. I have been trying to do milkshakes but then I started getting nauseous because of the codeine. Of course, then I didn't want a milkshake. Those are really the best for me right now. I think Aaron is going to stop by Arby's on his way home and get me a jamoka shake!!! Yummy!!
I've decided that it's all really a mind thing. I have issues drinking things through a straw that aren't meant to go through a straw. I am trying to get over that. I go back to the doctor on Thursday. I'm not really sure what to expect. I've heard that they will take the bands off and let me brush my teeth. That sounds wonderful!!! Right now I have been sipping mouthwash through a straw and then letting it seep out of my teeth! I think they are just going to put the rubber bands back on though. I'm trying not to get my hopes up. They told me 2 weeks of liquids.
I think I am looking better. They swelling is continuing to go down...although I still look like a chipmunk! Some bruising has started, though.
You can see some yellow on my cheeks. I am feeling much better today. I have been able to talk a little more...thru my teeth of course. Also- today is the first day of school I have missed. I took off 3 weeks because I knew at least 2 of those weeks I would be totally closed. I guess we will see what happens after that!
Thanks again for all the encouragement and kind words! Since this is basically my only communication right now it's been nice!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Here's To Better Days
Posted by Clark's at 3:30 PM
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I can't imagine all that you are going through. It didn't even cross my mind that you couldn't brush your teeth! I am bringing dinner for Aaron on Thursday night, so if you want some chicken noodle soup, I can make some to bring over for you. I also want to get you some kind of a smoothie or shake. I don't really do shakes or smoothies, so I don't know what would sound good. I hope that your appointment on Thursday goes well.
You should totally do what my dad did when he first got his braces on - make a hamburger with all the stuff that you would want on it and throw it in a blender. Yeah, he totally drank it, too. Let me know how that works out for ya. :)
You look much better today. I am with Sunny though, I didn't even think about you not being able to brush your teeth. If you or Aaron need anything let me know.
Awww....poor thing, Sara! I can not even imagine...the things we take for granted like brushing your teeth, eating, etc. I know you will be so happy when you can open your mouth again and get out of the house. I can relate to the being cooped up and stuck in bed. I hope you continue to improve. Hang in there.
I am so glad to hear that you are recovering so well! We have been thinking of you and hoping everything was going well. Keep us posted on your progress.
So glad you are feeling better. I must say that you look so good in that pic for what you have been through. The bruising already looks like it is trying to fade some. Hang in there. I know this will be a great thing for you once you get healed.
Let us know if we can bring over any soup or anything!!
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