04/29/2024 Pre-surgery Update

Dear Friends,

I just came home from my pre-op MRI. They put some calcium carbonate markers on my head for the surgeon to map out the area tomorrow. I was joking with the nurses that I just got myself the most expensive haircut, while they clipped my hair in a few places to put the markers.

The whole crew at neurosurgery has been singing praises of Dr. Gore. Apparently, all the nurses out there consider it a privilege to assist him in surgeries!

Left the hospital today feeling some very positive vibes! My heartfelt gratitude to all of you for keeping me and my family in your prayers and thoughts!

Lots of love and regards,
Jyothy

P.S: I believe I ended up at 75 walking miles for the month. If only I could count the miles my mind went while racing at the speed of light this past week!

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Last picture for a while with a full head of hair!


My last pre-surgery video call to parents. They still don't know anything about my diagnosis or surgery. 

With the rock star of talent show :)

Satyanarayana Puja on the most recent full moon day at the temple

Manabadi Children's Festival- I went from being a doubtful starter to pulling it off!

The secret(s) of Portland area Manabadi's Success!

Rare family photo after Manabadi event!

Visit from my baby (cousin) brother

Visit from Gidu and Uma- their advice to me of surrendering to the almighty and doctors worked great for me today! 



One of Sato's youngest rockstars!


Getting a fancy haircut!


Preethy arrived to help the girls during my hospital stay, but first stop after her airport pickup was Multnomah falls :). We vowed to visit here every time she visits me, much like how we'd visit mission peak every time I visit her!


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