We had a great time in Mexico! The weather was gorgeous with highs near 90 each day and the lows around 75 at night. We did a lot of relaxing, swimming, playing on the beach, boogie boarding, shopping and we took a boat ride and saw the famous Acapulco cliff divers. It would have been a perfect vacation if Jeff and I hadn’t been sick for about 24 hours or so from food poisoning. Even with the food poisoning we had a great vacation and I am so grateful for the time together.
Jeff and I will spend most of the day down at Mayo on Thursday for pre-op appointments, and I check in for surgery at 6 a.m. on Friday. I’m trying to make the most of my time this week. Yesterday I spent the day shopping, having lunch and getting a massage with some girlfriends – it was awesome! Today Brooke and I had a girls day at Mall of America which included lunch at Rain Forest Café, a trip to Build-a-Bear and Camp Snoopy and a little shopping. We had a very nice day together.
I pick my mom up at the train station early tomorrow morning and she will be staying with us until further notice (for at least a week once a return home from the hospital, maybe two). I’m actually feeling more calm and relaxed about everything than I thought I would at this point. I’m expecting to be blind-sided by a complete emotional breakdown some time between now and Friday – most likely after all the appointments on Thursday. If and when it happens, I figure I’m entitled:)
So many people have connected with us this week to wish us well and we REALLY appreciate that. I know lots of people are praying for us and thinking of us. With so much support and positive energy being sent our way I know everything will be fine.
Jeff will be updating my blog from here on out, while I’m busy feeling crummy and trying to heal. I hope to be sharing updates with you sooner than expected, but until then I’ll leave it up to my very capable and wonderful husband. He continues to be my rock through all of this. Please send positive vibes his way on Friday because he will have the toughest job that day – waiting.
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Shalla & Jeffy, glad to hear you guys had a great vacation. Are you sure it was food poisoning and not Tequila? We are thinking of you and know everything will go well for you. Dan, Amy, Reece, Lauryn & Kate.
Hey, From Shepherd of the Valley Church: our hopes and prayers for the power of God's healing are yours. I left a message on Jeff's phone. PS - you've done nicely in describing your experiences and journey in this blog. I anticipate reading more post surgery of great, positive reports! -Pastor Randy Brandt
Shalla~
I'm don't know you, but I am continually lifting you up in prayer. I know this is a tough battle, but you WILL overcome! One of the things I have discovered over the past couple of weeks is that it is just nice to communicate w/ someone who TRULY knows what you are going through. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you ever need someone to commiserate with!! (& I will totally understand if you don't want to!)
Good Luck!!
Kay
Shalla & Jeff ~
You will both be in our thoughts on Thursday & Friday. We're praying for the doctors and you both to have a smooth surgery. And we know that a good report will be posted after. We love you all very much & sending a big hug to Brooke :)
Jessica, Greg & Dylan
roShalla,I am a 1st cousin of your Dad's. I just got this news today from Carol and Fran. I too had an Acoustic Neuroma. I had mine removed in Nov.,1991. I have no hearing now in my right ear. But, I feel so blessed and fortunate, just as you will. When you are all recooped, I'd enjoy talking with you. I'll have you in my thoughts and prayers. Karen Moos
Hi Shalla!
I'm so happy to hear Acapulco was so fun and wanted to leave you a note that I miss you! I will be praying for you so much today and tomorrow, and in the coming weeks, and I know everything will go great. Peace be with you!!!
-Nat
Jeff, Shalla,and Brooke...we have been thinking about you a lot lately, and glad to hear that you had a great vacation together. We are confident that everything will turn out wonderful and you will be back as good as new shortly. Good luck with your surgery, and hang in there Jeff. Troy, Lisa, Trey, Selena, and Jaslyn
Shalla -
I'm so glad to hear that you and your family had a wonderful time in Acapulco. Fun in the sun, rest and relaxation are exactly what the doctor ordered after a hellish last few months. Even though you may be nervous, you're entering into this surgery under the best circumstances. I'm sure you're taking solace in the fact that you're in the best hands in the world at the Mayo. I'm confident that everything will go smoothly, and know that you have the will power and determination to make a full recovery. We're all pulling for you here at BBY. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless!
Sara Peterson
I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you the best for tomorrow and am sending all my love and positive energy your way!
Love Amy
Shalla, Jeff and Brooke,
You have been on my mind this whole week. And especially in my heart tonight and tomorrow. I am so glad you had a great vacation and I hope tomorrow goes well. You are all in my thoughts and prayers -- I'm sending all my positive energy your way.
Love you to pieces,
Emily
Shalla-
Had a hard time sleeping last night knowing today was the big day for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery. Just think...when you get back I'll start bugging you to hit the WZ with me again. It'll be awesome!
All the best,
Kristina (KJC)
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