Thanks again everyone! Here's an update, with some bits maybe being a little redundant with what was said before.
Things are progressing as well as they possibly could under the circumstances so far. 2 days ago they removed my nose/stomach tube, yesterday they removed my catheter (not fun
), and today they removed 1 of my stomach drainage tubes. I still have 2 stomach tubes but they're connected to bags taped to my sides so I am joking that now I'm wireless, lol (unless you count IV).
Today I started drinking water and tea, and eating soup and jello. Today I also trimmed my beard and brushed my teeth for the first time in awhile, felt really good. I'm able to take myself for walks around the surgical ward and go to the bathroom, but still haven't figured out changing my colonostopy bag or showers yet.
Sleep has been hard to find, hopefully tonight is better. I told them no more Xanax it didn't help so if anything they will try something different tonight if I have issues (actually they dropped off the pill already for me to take if/when I choose).
Security and visiting hours are strict, but it's the highlight of my day.
I'm doing plenty of soul searching and am actively trying to think more positively about all things in life (heck I'm even sure markets will rally just wait and see, lol, jk).
The doctor says I might be able to go home some time this weekend. Then maybe I'll need that sleeping pill being with kids again, lol.
I still have a long road ahead, but right now I feel lucky and blessed. It could have been a lot worse, and I have the support of many loved ones to help me through it all.