Getting ready to go kick some UC butt!

Today has been long. We started out with an appointment to meet the ileostomy nurse. Kenz and the nurse decided where the best placement for the stoma would be. She had her lay down, stand, sit, and raise her knee up high. She then placed an "x" on the spot, put a clear piece of waterproof tape over it, and that was done. She was very helpful answering last minute questions we had. 

Mackenzie was only allowed to have clear liquids all day. At 6:00 she began prep as if she was going to have a colonoscopy.  She is a pro at prepping for that, so it was no big deal.

Last night was the first real anxiety filled night for Kenz. She was up at 2:00 am and ended up not able to sleep. I told her she should have come and got me because I was tossing and turning all night. The waiting for this surgery is really getting to us. 

Well we stopped at Grandma Tuch's house for a bit and then came home and shortly after, Tony, Marissa and Dominic came over and visited with us for the evening. Dominic is such a great distraction. Actually last night, Tony cooked Kenz a feast!!! He wanted her to eat like a queen since it was going to be the last time she could eat in awhile. He brought over and cooked 250 clams, Alaskan king crab legs, lobster tails, and filet mignon. It was unbelievable. It's awesome having a chef in the family.

Going to try and get some sleep tonight. We have to be at RGH at 5:45 am. Surgery should start around 7:30. 

Goodnight