Well,where have we got to ....Oh yes, that's right ! I went up to Dundee on the Sunday and was admitted to ward 11, surgical wing. Very pleasant staff , on all levels. Had full check up before being told I was fit for anaesthetic - thank goodness I am fit for something! The senior registrar came and spoke to me about the procedure I would be going through the following day - it was called a staging laparoscopy and would determine if I would be suitable for the HIPEC . She said that if I was to get the HIPEC , I would need to build up my stamina and eat well - as if I was preparing for a marathon !  The anaesthetist came to see me to explain the role he had. it turned out he comes from the same place as me ...."of all the gin joints".........
I was told I could drink water from midnight-gone are the days of fasting pre theatre! I was first on the list , so would be down there for about 9 am.
Monday morning came , and I was all checked out for theatre and given TED hose to wear to help prevent DVT . I was allowed to walk to the theatre ,which was unusual , but actually very nice ! I don't remember much about what happened after the anaesthetist put the Venflon in my arm zzzzzzzzzzzz ! Next thing I remember is being in my bed in the recovery area , feeling fine , if a little tired ! Everything had gone according to plan , so I was taken back up to my ward . Bill had accompanied me to Dundee , and was booked into an Apex hotel about twenty minutes from the hospital.He came to see me at visiting time and I think he was a bit surprised that I was wide awake ! The surgeon came in to see me and said that everything was ok and suitable for the the big op . I had some sutures in two puncture wounds , but was not in any pain . I was allowed to go home the next day .
I mentioned that Bill had accompanied me and was staying at the Apex hotel - I think he got the better deal when it came to

Bedroom in the Apex , Dundee

Bedroom in the Apex , Dundee

beds , but I am eternally grateful to and for the NHS !                  












The following Sunday , I went to the Glasgow Hydro with Claire and Rosie , to see Spandau Ballet - had great seats and it was a great night! I didn't care that I had stitches in my abdomen and was waiting for major surgery ! I have never been one to look on the dark side of life and am a very positive person - I cannot stand people who are negative and miserable all the time - keep away from me !
I got word this morning that I am being admitted on Sunday 22nd march for the big one ! I can only hope my family don't worry about me too much , as I am in good hands .
Chloe is getting big- she is nearly six months now and is ready to get some solid food ! Here she is , sitting in her high chair , waiting for mummy and daddy to feed her x x x