Hi Lyd,
Happy to get your email. The surgery, you know September 1, 2011 seems like a long time ago. Sometimes I forget I even had the surgery. I was able to find my original post on the Brain Aneurysm Support Site. I am glad it was easy to find, just did a lot of scrolling down thru the years. Your welcome to read my other posts.
As a teen and young adult, I had a history of severe migraine headaches. Approximately 2.5 months ago the headaches became worse and would occur at different times during the day. I would be sitting, reading or relaxing then suddenly an intense, stabbing, jolt of pain occurred on the left side of my head- this caused me to cry out in pain. The pain would last a few seconds. I became extremely worried and went to see my family doctor. During mid-August I was scheduled for an MRI, then an MRA. I was told I had an aneurysm and was advised to see a neurologist. On 8-17-11, I was diagnosed with a cerebral aneurysm. On 9-1-11 I had a left craniotomy to clip my opthalmic aneurysm. My doctor states my surgery went well. I am currently in my 3rd week of recovery. I am doing well but the pain from my incision makes it difficult to sleep. I realized I need support as I learn and live through this most challenging journey of my life. **Thank you Colleen, I am learning how to navigate through the BAF site.
I recall telling my neurologist the left side of my neck was stiff and I felt pain in my left shoulder. The doc looked worried and scheduled my surgery right away I remember I did not have time to be scared. I was on FMLA for only 12 weeks then I had to go back to work. Gradually I felt less pain, but I was scared-to drive but I did not let my fear get the best of me. I was driving 14 day after my surgery. I also recall being extremely tired for a few months. At work I would put on the timer and sleep for my lunch break.
Changes, well I ended an unhealthy relationship with “Raul” I am happy about this. Sometimes I find writing difficult and I make sure I proof read my emails or papers before I send them.
I guess my writing skills are not that bad because seven years later I obtained my Masters in Counseling in two years and passed my counseling licensure exam the first time : while working full-time and completing an internship (So happy I stuck with my education goal). Each day I thank Creator for my life and giving me the strength to continue moving forward in my life. Well, it has been 9-years since my surgery, sometimes life is difficult, sometimes grand. I am here living life with my son and my grandchildren. I have a beautiful life- I have been considering returning to school to work on my Doctorate Degree. I love learning 
Lyd you know your body’s aches and pains; you will make the right decision.
Bless you too,
Myrna