its happening!

[JanePeterson]

So after several major hurdles with the bank, the local medical community, and the Coast Guard, and a few rescheduling drills... I'm on the books to go see Dr. Zukowski in Chicago for FFS on November 17th. Barring any major issues with my pre-surgical screening, which I have no reason to think there will be, I'll be driving to Chicago on the 14th with my mom for 2.5 days of sightseeing and pizza, followed by 8.5 days of swelling, pain, and hopefully a successful procedure. I don't think I'll be doing much posting during recovery, but I'll try and report back as soon as I can.

This will be my first surgery, and my first permanent physical change as part of my transition aside from what hormones have done so far... I scared out of my mind, excited, and thankful its coming so soon so I don't have to worry abut it for much longer.

Wish me luck!!!

AHHHHHH!!!!

[Barbara Dugan]

Congratulations on the procedure and wishing you a speedy recovery!

[I Am Paula]

I'm wishing you the best possible result, and a speedy recovery!

[jentay1367]

Good luck Jane. I'm interested in your experience as mine is in the not to distant future as well. Go get em' girl!

[AllieSF]

Good luck and have a speedy recovery. Also, enjoy the time with your Mom and that fabulous Chicago pizza.

[Starling]

Great, Jane! Have a wonderful time, an uneventful surgery, and a speedy recovery.

:) Lallie

[Rogina B]

You are soon to be a "Z GIRL" ! All the best for you toward a great recovery !

[Mirya]

Good luck Jane! I'll send positive vibes your way for a successful surgery and a speedy recovery. :)

[jenn_devilz]

Good luck sweetheart!! I've personally never had any surgeries and want bottom before top then maybe FFS. Just not sure yet. Funding is another setback for me as I make pennies compaired to what I made last year.

[Kris Avery]

Go Jane! So excited for you and so soon too.

Yeah, not all the doctors in the world could fix my face, so I won't ever try.
I'll be that ugly mannish looking andro person for life aka Humpty Dumpty.

[JanePeterson]

thank you everyone!

My nerves are shot... I have no idea how I'm going to make it thru the next 10 days

I appreciate the support!

Jane

[Eringirl]

Hi Jane....just came up for air.....great news! You'll be fine. Yes it is scary, but wow, how exciting! Very short term pain (relatively speaking) for loooooong term gain. Like all else you have done along your journey, you've got this.....sending you hugs and positive energy. Will chat soon via PM.

[Barbara Ella]

So happy for you Jane. I know you will be happy. Know Dr. Z personally, and you are in very good hands. He can be rough or brusk at times, but he truly cares about his patients. His staff is first class and will make your stay as carefree as possible.

Hugs and Luck,

Barbara

[Georgette_USA]

So happy Jane. Hope all goes well for you.

Had a friend last week was to get FFS, checked in and doctors checked her out again. But she had a bout of Bronchitis and anesthesiologist said to wait. Now she doesn't know when she will get re-scheduled.

[MissDanielle]

Congrats! Would be great to see you while you're in town if your schedule permits and you can see the real me in person!

[Heidi Stevens]

Glad you got your ducks in a row, Jane. Good luck next week!

[Suzanne F]

Good luck you courageous woman!

[LesliePinky]

Wow good luck and please post pics !

[JanePeterson]

No pics yet, but surgery was successful on Thursday and I'm in recovery and doing well.

[jentay1367]

That's really good news Jane! Heal fast and well. Lisa

[Barbara Dugan]

Glad to hear it went well, congratulations! !

[JanePeterson]

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Day 3 -after shower and bandage change

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[tgirlamc]

Congrats Jane!!!... :)

[jentay1367]

ouch! The stuff we do.... my heart's with you, Jane!

[nikkiwindsor]

Hope you heal quickly - you're in my thoughts for a wonderful outcome

[AllieSF]

Welcome back Jane. Those after pictures really do show what FFS is all about, especially ones with several procedures being done. Go slow, heal fast and just know that you have a lot of support here for your speedy recovery. Thanks for sharing.

[Tommie.]

From the caterpillar emerges the beautiful butterfly... take wing soon!

[Dana44]

Jane, hope all went well and get well soon.

[JanePeterson]

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[Christina Kay]

Feel better, glad your healing up. And very happy for you,, thank you for sharing.

[jentay1367]

I see a very cute woman behind that swelling. Jeeeeeshhhh......you heal fast, girl! You're looking great Jane....really....just great. Are you home yet?

[MissDanielle]

may you have a full and speedy recovery!

[Mary ElizabethJordan]

Dear Jane,
Congratulations on your successful surgery. I'm sure you will be a Very Beautiful Woman soon. I wish I would have transitioned when I was much younger.
I pray you have a speedy recovery.
Sincerely,
Mary Elizabeth Jordan

[Heidi Stevens]

Holy Cow, Jane! That's sure is a lot to go thru, but I know you'll look great when you head for home.

[Bria]

I hope that you are feeling better today and that all continues to go well!

Hugs, Bria

[JanePeterson]

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[Nikki.]

Congrats. Looks like you are healing nicely.

[jentay1367]

Looking good, Jane!

[Mirya]

Jane, how are you feeling? How has your recovery been? I hope you haven't been under too much discomfort or pain.

It's been a little over a week, so if you're not already, I recommend going outside and taking 20-30 min walks every day. It'll help you to slowly get your energy back and you'll feel a lot better! :)

[JanePeterson]

Swelling is still strong especially in my neck, but massage does seem to be helping. The worrst is despite sleeping elevated a night, I tend to swell the most overnight between 10pm and 6am. Pain meds and drinking lots of water also seem to be helping - it's just going to take time for my body to recover from THAT much trauma all at once... Just taking my pills as prescribed, doing massages , and trying to stay patient and positive as things heal.

[Heidi Stevens]

Stick to the program, Jane. I'm seeing great progress in the lastest photo compared to the earlier ones! Miyra's advice to walk every day is a good one. I had three bouts of a Lyme's related reaction that put me in the hospital for weeks each time. My legs were not effected and I found walking a good way to take my mind off the problem and it made my recovery much easier. Moving is a great aid towards recovery. Good luck!

[jentay1367]

You're young and strong. This will all be a distant memory soon. Like everyone else, says, you're making amazing progress. Go girl!

[Bria]

Wow Jane, you are looking a lot better!! Hope the pain level goes down soon, hang tough!

Hugs, Bria

[JanePeterson]

Day 22- house hunting in DC 269886

[jentay1367]

Absolutely incredible. You look remarkable, Jane.

[Paulette]

You are looking ery nice and as the swelling continues to go down you will look even better. So proud of you and wishing you the best of outcomes.

[Rianna Humble]

Nice smile from a beautiful young lady

[AllieSF]

Wow Jane, you look like a young teenie bopper. Cute and warm, all wrapped up. Keep up the great recovery.

[Georgette_USA]

Day 22- house hunting in DC


Looks like you are healing well. A friend in area is also recovering from recent FFS.

Hope your house hunting goes well in DC. Prices can be all over the place, in town or out, some suburbs better than others. Working at Pentagon or elsewhere.

Might run into each other some day.

[Barbara Dugan]

You look fantastic Jane even with the swelling, I saw your pictures on Facebook .. the surgeon did a great job

[Starling]

Way successful! Congratulations, Jane.

:) Lallie

[ElvenPrincess]

OMG!!
That's a very beautiful girl's face!! :clap:

You are probably feeling the happiest girl ever! ;)

[JanePeterson]

Day 30ish... Finally seeing a chin270212

[jentay1367]

freaking remarkable. I hope he does half as much for me that he's done for you, Jane. If he can, I'll be plenty happy. You must be over the moon pleased.

[Mirya]

That's a very feminine face. :) Looking good Jane! And it's only been a month - you're going to keep looking better and better as you continue to heal.

[Heidi Stevens]

Fantastic results, Jane! There will be no doubts from anyone now, pretty lady.

[AllieSF]

Wow Jane! I am having a hard time seeing the person I met. I can't wait to see you again up close. Thanks again for sharing your journey through all this. It is very informative and scary at times!

[Barbara Dugan]

You look Fabulous Jane! did you got breast implants too?

[JanePeterson]

You look Fabulous Jane! did you got breast implants too?

Thanks Barbara! Nope, no boobies, just finally getting a kick from HRT :)

[Starling]

Your only problem will be how to stop looking in the mirror!

:) Lallie