I CAN SEE

My husband and I went to the eye center yesterday to have my initial screening, just to gauge if I was a good candiate for the LASIK promo my parents got for me.  Anyway, we arrived early for my 1pm appointment.  Enzo was a handful so while they were doing my initial screening and refraction, Ruther and Enzo got a bite to eat. When I was done, the doctor had to review my results and I was so sad to find out that I was not qualified for the traditional LASIK procedure which the promo covered. They said my corneas were "too steep".  They did offer me the more advanced LASIK treatment but I got nervous because it was like P33,000 more (with discount!) and I was so worried because this was not in our plans!   I mean, with tuition fees coming up and other expenses, I was thinking, the P33,000 could go so far!  So I was so undecided.  Ruther wanted me to have the surgery, bless him.  He's always been supportive.  But of course, it was HIS money we were spending so I was so unsure.  Finally, we agreed that we were going to push through with the surgery IF we sell some of our stuff at home to help pay for the unexpected expense.  After we agreed that, I was able to breathe deeply and told the receptionist I was going to have the surgery.

Since I could have it the same day, I was told to eat first.  After that, I was given the pre-surgery instructions, then at a quarter to 5, I was brought into the waiting/recovery room.  I was given a headcap and lab gown and I changed into slippers.  I was given 3 medicines in my eyes (anesthetic, antibiotic and another one I forgot).  After waiting a few more minutes, the doctor was ready.  I went into the excision room.  That's where the flap is made. The doctor was very competent and his hands were very dextrous and light.  It took 31 seconds each eye to make the flap.  I concentrated so hard not to move my eyes I think I was almost meditating.  Anyway, after the flap, I was led into the room where the laser was.  Again, I had to concentrate on not moving my eyes.  When I smelled like burning flesh, I held my breath because I did not want to be scared of it.  The laser treatment took around 20 seconds each eye.  When the doctor OK'd the procedure, the nurses congratulated me, which was so funny.  I felt like I just had a baby.

Anyway, I went back to the waiting/recovery room and was given my protective goggles, my kit with my meds, and the post-op instructions.  I rested for a few minutes then the doctor came into the room for my final check.  He said it "looked great" so I could go home.  By then, it was past 6pm already.  My eyes felt heavy so I just kept them closed as much as I could.

Today when I woke up, I could see a lot more clearly.  It hasn't sunk in yet but I'm sure once the protective glasses are gone, it would feel like I really really am not wearing prescription glasses anymore.  I'm due for my first check-up today. Hopefully, everything is okay. :)