Category Archives: back surgery

Day 14 – The Power of Positive Thinking?

Posted on March 21, 2011 by pastorpstephens

I know that my overall progress will come slow and incrementally.  I know that there will be periods of time when I take two steps forward and one step back.  I think that it is important to try and stay … Continue reading →

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Day 13 – Why Should I Keep Going?

Posted on March 20, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Last night was a rough night.  I think I overdid it yesterday.  My wife and I went out to eat and it was great to get out of the house – there is such a thing as cabin fever.  But … Continue reading →

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Saturday Day 12 – My incision itches!

Posted on March 19, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Saturday Day  12 –  3/19/11   My incision from my back surgery itches!  Medications: Friday, the day before: Tylenol #3 with Codeine (TC3) and a Robaxin at 4:30 am to start the day.  Extra Strength Tylenol at 9:00 am and 3:00 pm.  I … Continue reading →

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Days 8 – 10 – Medications following back surgery

Posted on March 18, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Medication following Spinal Fusion – Days  8 & 9    Upon my release from the hospital following my surgery for the fusion of my L4 and L5 vertebrae, I was provided a script for Tylenol #3 with Codeine for pain and Robaxin, … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Blessings

Posted on March 17, 2011 by pastorpstephens

The Lord has truly blessed me with a great network of friends over the years, many of whom are not associated with the church I pastor or with my workplace.  As word about my upcoming surgery spread in the weeks … Continue reading →

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First Full Day Home – Spinal Fusion Recovery

Posted on March 17, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Day 7 – Monday First Full Day Home  This was a good day but an early day.  I say an early day because I woke up at 2:00 am and could not get back to sleep until 3:35 am or … Continue reading →

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Week One – The Journey Begins

Posted on March 16, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Introduction:   Good morning, let me introduce myself.  My name is Phillip.  I am 47 years old, have been married happily for 26 years, have two wonderful children, a great son-in-law and the cutest granddaughter you ever did see.  Up until March … Continue reading →

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Hello world!

Posted on March 15, 2011 by pastorpstephens

My name is Phillip.  I am a bivocational pastor and I am 47 years old.  I have been married happily for 26 years, have two children and one grandaughter.  Right now this site is under construction!  Just like me!  My hope is … Continue reading →

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