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So, the flex sig test I had last Friday did not go well. The other two times I had had this test it was uncomfortable but not painful. Normally I am able to administer the pre-test enema myself, rather than having the nurse do it. So after a painful attempt that included some bleeding, I got what David called concierge service and the nurse completed the procedure. The test was very painful, I found out, because the radiation had damaged the tissues. I was probably told this by the radiologist, but that was gobs of information overload long ago. The pain is something I will experience for the rest of my life.

Now, it's the night before my surgery. I've been on a clear liquid diet all day and feeling grumpy and hungry. I got lots of hugs from coworkers and my tennis team (Yes, I played tonight. Better to keep my mind off of my hunger!) I have nervous energy and am running around putting things together.

We show up at 5:45 AM. Usually you end up being prepped for at least 2 hours. The surgery should be just under an hour and then I will be rid of Igor (a coworker said I should name the stoma). I hope they at least let me have some clear liquids tomorrow night. If I need to show that my system is working, I'll need something for it to work on, my own Mr. Hanky!