5.20.2015

That Time I Spent 3 Months in the Hospital

Guess what, gals? Mama is out of the hospital! (Holla!)



Can you tell by my face that I'm excited? We were exhausted but elated to be "free" women...finally! I will say, I have a pretty long road ahead of me recovery-wise, but just to be out of a hospital setting is both a miracle and a gift.

My mom and I will be staying in Kansas City for a week for outpatient appointments, but I'll be back to my hubs and my babies by next Wednesday. I mean, I spent 90+ days in the hospital, which includes time spent in both Arkansas and here in KC. Can y'all believe that?

The thing about enduring a long stay in a hospital is that it makes you appreciate the little things, (being able to take a shower with no IV pole), so much more. You realize that your problems pale in comparison to what some people are going through...and then you kind of want to slap yourself for ever complaining about the trivial things.

I was Facetiming Stephen and the girls the other night and he apologized for the messiness of our living room. And I smiled because that, my friends, is exactly what I look forward to again.

The toys strewn everywhere. The spilled orange juice. The barking dogs.

Normalcy.

Thank you all again for your prayers, emails, comments, support and good vibes you sent our way. My family and I appreciate it so much and feel lucky to be surrounded by so much love.

XOXO






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30 comments:

  1. P!nkyMay 20, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    Praise the Lord, Leslie! Praise the Lord!!! I am so glad you are out of the hospital and will be reunited with your beautiful family! I'll continue praying for your recovery! <3

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  2. Jane {In The Pink & Green}May 20, 2015 at 8:55 PM

    So happy that you're out of the hospital, what an answer to prayer! Reading your posts and seeing your Instagrams, I'm so inspired by your positive attitude throughout this whole thing. I can't even imagine how trying it's been for you to be separated from your babies but I'm sure they'll be thrilled to have their mama back soon :)

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  3. sschnitzlerMay 20, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    I'm so thrilled you're on the "outside"! This is a huge step towards getting back to your girlies and Stephen. Sending virtual hugs for continued healing and a safe trip home.

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  4. VeronikaMay 20, 2015 at 9:20 PM

    So glad you will get to go home soon! My goodness you have been through a lot! Prayers and good tnoughts to you and your family!

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  5. Toni :O)May 20, 2015 at 9:59 PM

    Best news of the day and prayers answered. God is so good!! Take care and smother those babies with love and kisses. I'm sure they will be thrilled to have you back home. Prayers and hugs for continued recovery! We sure have missed you!

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  6. Chelsea PhelpsMay 20, 2015 at 10:24 PM

    So glad you are out of the hospital! God is good!

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  7. KaitMay 20, 2015 at 11:19 PM

    So glad to read this!

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  8. Stacey @DivaDecor&MoreMay 20, 2015 at 11:41 PM

    :):):):):)

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  9. Nina @ Flowers in my HairMay 21, 2015 at 12:31 AM

    So happy to hear this. Praying for you!

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  10. UnknownMay 21, 2015 at 1:18 AM

    Wohoo! This is great news!! So glad you are out and able to go home soon! Wishing you a healthy, speedy recovery :)

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  11. Sara LynnMay 21, 2015 at 6:54 AM

    Yay!!!!!!! I am so happy for you to get back home to your family and get yourself even better healthwise!! To God be the glory girl!!!

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  12. Lynn {A Taste of Country}May 21, 2015 at 7:14 AM

    So happy you get to go home! I see lots of hugs and kisses in your family's future :-) Glad you're doing better!

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  13. Lynn {A Taste of Country}May 21, 2015 at 7:14 AM

    So happy you get to go home! I see lots of hugs and kisses in your family's future :-) Glad you're doing better!

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  14. Lynn {A Taste of Country}May 21, 2015 at 7:14 AM

    So happy you get to go home! I see lots of hugs and kisses in your family's future :-) Glad you're doing better!

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  15. thebusybrunetteMay 21, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    Leslie, so happy to hear that you are headed home soon! This is GREAT NEWS!!!!!!!!!! We've missed you! :-)
    "The Busy Brunette"
    http://thebusybrunette.blogspot.com/

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  16. Paige (The Last Doughnut)May 21, 2015 at 7:48 AM

    I am so happy that you are "out" and feeling better! It's good to see you here again!!!! The look in your Mom's eyes says it all---love and relief.

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  17. HannahMay 21, 2015 at 7:49 AM

    Welcome home, lovely lady! I am so thrilled to hear this GREAT news! I can only imagine how happy your girls must be.

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  18. StaceyMay 21, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    So very glad that you are out of the hospital. I'll be praying for your continued recovery!!!

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  19. UnknownMay 21, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    So happy to see you are out of the hospital and get to go home to your beautiful family :) so many prayers still being sent your way!

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  20. BrookeMay 21, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    PTL!!!!

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  21. AlishaMay 21, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    Praise Jesus!!! So happy to see you out and smiling!! You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. :)

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  22. UnknownMay 21, 2015 at 2:17 PM

    Thank God! You are going home soon and on the road to recovery. I often think about how do people with serious illnesses make it. I mean when I get sick it just is everything in me to keep it together. I can't imagine being chronically ill and going through the day to day that is so very hard for them to do everyday. Appreciate life! I know I try to!

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  23. jamielizMay 21, 2015 at 6:39 PM

    Wonderful news! Look forward to reading more about your sweet girls on the blog in good time! Take care and don't overdo it now! :)

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  24. KimberlyMay 22, 2015 at 8:23 AM

    God is so good!!!! :)

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  25. UnknownMay 22, 2015 at 6:38 PM

    This makes me so happy!!!! You all are in my continued thoughts and prayers!

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  26. UnknownMay 22, 2015 at 10:39 PM

    Prayers!!!!

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  27. AnonymousMay 24, 2015 at 3:55 AM

    I've been praying for you !! I've followed your blog since the beginning !

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  28. Skylar MagazineMay 24, 2015 at 8:03 AM

    Glad to hear you are home and doing better. I've been away from the "Blog World" for a while, and am still trying to get caught up on everything. I'm still a little behind, and am not really sure what's been going on. However, I am glad to hear you are doing well, and seems like you are in good spirits. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

    Sincerely,

    Sarah :)

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  29. FlmgodogMay 26, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    I am glad you are doing better! I bet you can't wait to be hugging your husband and girls in YOUR house!!! Hope you continue to recover and get better!

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  30. Meg - Life of MegJune 1, 2015 at 8:52 AM

    So glad you are on the mend, and I hope KC treated you well! I have 2 friends in the cardiac units of both KU and St. Luke's, so perhaps you crossed paths at some point - they are the BEST nurses! :)

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