I did it! It was nice to wake up with no pain, unlike the hysterectomy 3 years ago which was awful.
Surgery went well. Evedently my weight was not an issue. Dr. Gross told my hubbie fortunaley i have very strong bones but that I had hip dysplasia which patially accounted for my extreme flexibility and probably caused the deterioration to bone on bone. I will post my whole hip story later.
I wanted to walk and stretch so at 4 hours post op I took a little cruise down the hall. It felt so weird but good to be up even, for a short while.
Unfortunately, the pain kicked in once the epidural wore off and I have to wait for more of the fast acting meds. (on extended release) it shouldn't be too much longer.

this sight has been such a wonderful resource.

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50 yo homeschool mom of 5
Right HR with Dr Gross 5/23/12