Andrea Dietrich Poet Light Verse

Yuletide Recovery

About five years ago, I had a surgery and wrote this while in the hospital. I actually 
quite enjoyed myself and the surgery was not painful for me at all! Just came across 
this in my files and thought I'd throw it on here, for anyone worried about surgery 
before Christmas time. It can actually be quite nice!

(Sing to Jingle Bells)

Refrain:  Oh, IV drip! I sit and sip a juice or diet Sprite.
With each meal, I’m sure to feel more and more all right.
Oh, Bless my soul, remote control right nearby my head!
I watch TV, though groggily, right here from my bed.

1.  A day most winter-y, I came for surgery.
But I felt nice and warm as drugs went in my arm.
It’s been so comforting to not recall a thing.
Of pain I hardly can complain while I’m recovering!

Oh. . . (refrain)

2.  I’ve been here just a day and sure enjoy my stay.
I just turn on a light and take some time to write.
I’ve not yet had to pee.  It’s being done for me!
Too bad this visit’s not all free, it’s like a luxury. . . 

Oh. . . (refrain)

3.  If I keep doing well, I’ll have a great Noel.
I’ll leave new and improved, this catheter removed.
My hysterectomy is what’s the best for me.
So minus “womb” I’ll leave this room and Christmas merrily! 

Refrain:  Oh, IV drip! I sit and sip a juice or diet Sprite.
With each meal I’m sure to feel more and more all right.
Oh, bless my soul. Remote control right nearby my head!
I watch TV, though groggily, right here from my bed.

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Kabuteng P.Ink K. December 28, 2010 at 9:22 AM and lemme go see your other writes-- I see you've been busy -- eek I have to rush since I am not yet done with that sketchbook thing--oh btw I find it soo cool that you spell all right as it is ;) had to smile at that :) hugs to you nikko :)

Kabuteng P.Ink K. December 28, 2010 at 9:20 AM You got me snickering and tra-lalaling (ugh is that a word??) to this catchy and witty & funny jingle Andrea-- I really really enjoyed this one-- goes to show your bright and sunny disposition which made me enjoy this more-- haha I think I will be singing this in my dreams (noo haha if you can believe- I Slept the WHOLE day-- I kid you not! I slept for a grand total of ---- 20 hours!!! HAHAHA) I am a sloth. & yup i am breaking down --hoo boy I need some catching up to do, sweetie :)

Lynette Chachere December 26, 2010 at 9:48 AM thankful for recovery.. sounds like you enjoy the hospital.(: most people complain about it. ~Always&Forever Lynette

Gert W. Knop December 26, 2010 at 8:18 AM Great that you kept your optimism, Andrea! I haven't seen hospitals for myself for ages (crossing fingers!!!). But in 1986 I was very close to death in Papua New Guinea and unconscious for three days. At that time I did not write any poetry at all. All the best and take care!...Love, Gert

Sara Kendrick December 25, 2010 at 1:28 PM Well, it was good that you did well enough to enjoy your hospital stay...My husband came back from surgery wanting to eat and he was alert and in good shape..He said he just wished that his legs were awake and not numb..When the feeling came back in he wished that they were numb..He had some more horrible pain...Enjoyed your work..Sara

Daver Austin December 25, 2010 at 9:38 AM Yes! Been there, done that, except for the hysterectomy. I don't suppose you will be going in any time soon for prostate removal. Oh, I do enjoy your humor so much. Felice Navidad. Love, Dave

Phyllis Babcock December 24, 2010 at 9:22 AM This is funny must have kept you busy while you were recovering. I can relate to this poem. Merry Christmas . Love Phyl

Poet Destroyer A December 24, 2010 at 7:55 AM interesting Andrea,.. have yourself a wonderful x-mass and the best new year God bless,..p.d.

Mary Meade Stephenson December 24, 2010 at 7:49 AM Glad your experience with surgery was such a positive one and this clearly conveys that well. Thanks so much for sharing! Merry Christmas~Mary~

C.C Bloomsfield December 23, 2010 at 11:57 PM andrea a positive way to see things and people who think positive live longer and happier.Have a blessed xmas dear,with those you love. .always C.C

Linda-Marie Sweetheart December 23, 2010 at 7:08 PM Super cool Andrea.. singing along to song poems is great and festive .... Eric will sing to Chrissie at midnight Christmas Eve night.. if we could do it outside it would be fabulous as all the neighbors join in as well..but way too cold... sorry fishies did not appeal to u luv..haha.. there is always pasta at my home too... luv ya..

Noel Villarosa December 23, 2010 at 6:03 PM A very nice gift for you, enjoyed reading this. Christmas is healing and bringing you back in your loved ones' arms. Have a blessed Christmas to you and your family, Andrea, can't wait your posting new pictures in the facebook taken during Christmas eve. (^_^) Noel.

Audrey Haick December 23, 2010 at 5:07 PM A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Andrea! Joy and peace to you! Love, Audrey

Dr.Ram Mehta December 23, 2010 at 5:01 PM It reveals your strong will power with such a fast recovery, Andrea

Carolyn Devonshire December 23, 2010 at 4:57 PM Hope you did make it home in time to enjoy Christmas with your family, Andrea. Recovery in the physical sense can take a couple months; the emotional recovery is far longer, especially if you don't already have children. Glad you have a son! Have happy holidays, Carolyn