Today I told my boss about the surgery. I had already asked off of work for that week, but I wanted to wait until closer to the date before I told her about the surgery. She was actually really cool about it. She was supportive and even asked me to keep her updated and spill all the details once I have it done. She may be interested in the surgery herself one day.
So I feel so relieved. I hate missing work--especially for surgery. One of my co-workers took off months and months following a surgery a couple of years ago. My co-worker misses work on a fairly regular basis, and I don’t want the comparison. I want to make sure I am doing my work and that I’m dependable even when I’m dealing with medical issues.
I have been so humbled by all the fabulous reactions to my surgery news. Granted, I made sure to tell only the people I trust the most. But I was still expecting some people to react negatively out of worry. Honestly, everyone has been terrific. I know this will probably not be the case when other people find out. I’m not sure how my Dad will react or how some of my co-workers and other friends will behave. Maybe I will have good luck and not have to deal with negativity and judgement. Most likely I will still have to deal with some people being assholes.
I am so excited about this surgery. I think I have waited for so long now… and it’s finally just around the corner. I wouldn’t let myself believe that it was finally happening, but it is! And it’s almost here! I’m ready to kick ass and take names!
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