Pre-Op

The doctors gave us a list of pre-op instructions for Ma:

(1) Have a good breakfast the day before. 

Check. 

We all had an awesome breakfast of pancakes, eggs, and ham - all courtesy of Sylvia's superb culinary skills.  We also had delicious muffins from Stephanie (thanks Stephanie!) and fresh strawberries (thanks Super Target!).

(2)  Clear liquids only.

From now until the surgery Ma can only have clear liquids - water, gingerale, tea. She can also have popsicles - sugar free of course. 

(3)  Early night to sleep.

The nurses instructed Ma to be in relaxation mode with pajamas on and in bed no later than 6 pm.  So we are making the drive from Minneapolis to Rochester this afternoon so that we are all settled into the hotel for an early night.  We are staying at the Kahler Grand Hotel at the Mayo Clinic.

(4) Call Mayo.

We've also been instructed to call the Mayo Clinic tonight to find out what time we are supposed to arrive for the surgery tomorrow.  We're guessing it will be early.