I've Become A WMD

Over the last few days it's been not so subtly brought to my attention from my lovely husband that my breath is let's just say repulsive. I actually think it's kind of funny so I'll purposefully breathe on him when he's least suspecting it and watch his face contort in unnatural ways. I'm not sure why I enjoy this, I guess I'm just bored or slightly immature, poor guy. This is yet another unpleasant side effect of jaw surgery. I can only brush the front of my teeth so you can imagine what's going on behind my teeth, on my tongue and the splint I have in, gross!! Even medicated mouthwash isn't enough. I thoroughly look forward to the day I can brush everywhere and Brad does too :)

I think I can officially throw away my trusty syringe. The cup is working out nicely. I still need a bowl or have to lean over the sink for back up, but it's so much better than the syringe. I am having difficulty eating enough calories which is ridiculous. It's probably the only time in my life I've ever had that problem. So today I've made my usual Ensure, whey protein and coffee mixture (370 cal) and I  made an Ensure, banana, and peanut butter smoothie for lunch . It had a whopping 565 calories so I'm off to a good start. I certainly don't want to be hindering my healing process so I need to drink, drink and drink some more!!! At some point this week I'm going to try some eggs or oatmeal. I've been able to open my jaw a little wider to the point I think I can cram in some soft foods. I will probably only attempt that when Brad's around just to make sure if I choke he can give me the Heimlich.

Tomorrow marks the three week post surgery date. I think I'll share more in detail about my surgery. I realized looking back at my early posts I didn't explain it in enough detail. I actually kind of wish I had a video tape of the surgery. I think it would be fascinating to see or horrifying. I know I haven't posted a picture lately so here's one I took today.I think the swelling has gone down, not enough for my liking but getting there.