Why we filmed a video with appendicitis (#82) 

If your sponsors don’t understand a medical emergency causing delays and aren’t willing to work with you, they probably aren’t a sponsor you want anyway. It says a lot about their business practices.

Katelyn's dad supporting her in the car and bringing purse burgers is very sweet. Supportive parental units are so heart melting, good work Katelyn's Dad. So glad you had good support from family at a stressful time and were able to find things to be grateful for.

“Boring Dystopia” is a great way to describe the average American’s experience with our healthcare system ☠️

Right when Evan started talking, I was like, "I recognize that voice change. He was intubated." My wife's had more than a few surgeries, and I can now tell when they've had to intubate her just by how she's talking after she wakes up. Sucks that you had appendicitis, Evan, but glad you got it dealt with before it fully ruptured. Be well.

This is the only time "Now with less Evan!" is a good thing.

Sometimes a high pain tolerance can get you into trouble. My mom once went in for unrelated abdominal surgery, and they found that her appendix had ruptured and healed years ago. Without going into detail, it was a crazy nightmare of abdominal adhesions (organs being "glued" together by the scar tissue). They had no idea how long ago it burst, or how she survived it, or why she didn't feel it, but she felt a lot better after it was all sorted out. I'm glad the messy part is behind you. May your recovery be peaceful and relaxed.

I suffered with gallstones for over a year because when I’d go to doctors (I visited multiple) they’d tell me it was other things. So I actually went on vacation with those pains. Also, I think most people don’t rush to the dr immediately if they aren’t feeling well they usually try to wait a little while to see if it passes. Filming a video of y’all painting because you weren’t sure what was wrong isn’t something anyone should give y’all a hard time for. Hope you feel better soon! 😸

It's ASMR Evan. AKA ESMR - Evan Sensory Meridian Response. Seriously though, I'm so glad you're ok and still smiling. Gonna take a lot more than a broken appendix to stop that smile! 😁

Jobie you have been promoted to nurse comfort cat. Your main job is to start Dad on a catnap schedule. Remember he has to nap a full 20 hours a day.

Appendicitis, or any kind of abdominal issue, is so hard to pinpoint, especially if you have other stomach issues. Is it gas? stomach bug? a revenge-seeking taco? danger? By the time our minds get to danger, it's evolved into imminent danger and possible surgery. You're right about the over-dramatized ER visits in Movies/Shows, and it definitely gives you a false sense of what is and isn't urgent.

As someone from the UK it makes me so mad for you that you had to spend time looking for a hospital, rather than just being able to jump in the car and go! Glad you guys are doing better. Wishing a speedy recovery 🌈

When Evan was like welcome back with one less appendix all I could say was "oooooooooof" and also now we know Evans pain tolerance. It is extremely high.

The casual Evan slipping in "I think you're cool" to Katelyn was so cute

Katelyn, as a person who craves control, the loss of control really upends your whole equilibrium. And Evan, the best description of recovery from your major illness is understanding it’s a major trauma. Chills are your immune system fighting an infection, even if you don’t register a “fever”. So the chills were another symptom of how sick you were. Sending positive ~vibes~

Me, a Swedish person, where we have free healthcare and been to the emergency center multiple times just because it's better to be safe than sorry, just screaming incoherent in the distance about USA absolutely absurd health care. 😲😱😱 Happy you doing better, stay safe, but just, what the hell America 😤

Having a sore throat post-surgery is fairly common I think. I am not a doctor, but I have had a bunch of surgeries and my throat is always super sore after, like yours is now - I think it's because when they put you on anaesthesia they put in a breathing tube and it can irritate a bit or something:) Feel better soon!!

Katelyn: “having intense anxiety about Evan”. Evan: “asking if it’s a massage chair”.

42:46 "I want to try it one day. I think that its cool ... I think you're cool" - gently and beautifully said Evan. Wishing you all the best in recovery.

"Purse Burger" is now my new favorite thing anyone anywhere has ever said. Thank you for this chuckle.

Omg, Evans voice! Next project, an ER purse, burger compartment, fry compartment, built in drink.

I can hear the guilt in Katelyns voice! Non of this is either of your fault and just because you didnt catch it early doesnt mean yall dont care about eachother!

A friend has open surgery and they literally pulled all his guts out, washed him and put his guts back in. He mentioned he felt funny, like someone had touched him inside.

Katelyn and Evan- what you said about how the E.R should feel like an urgent matter really got to me. I'm not a doctor or nurse but I am a MLT. I don't know as much as doctors and nurses but I will say this- please come in. Sometimes patients are too ashamed or scared to come in the E.R. and they unfortunately pass away because they don't make to the hospital in time. Never feel bad for coming into the E.R, it's better to be safe than sorry. Too often I've seen patients pass because it was just too late. I would rather have healthy patients leave knowing they are healthy! I know people have gone to the E.R and felt like they weren't welcome or that they felt like they wasted the hospitals time- unfortunately we do not live in a perfect system and these things happen. But please, don't be afraid to advocate for you're health. Doctors don't have all the answers, that's why there are specialists! To anyone struggling- do not give up. The answers are out there I promise. I'm so glad too see Evan getting better and I hope that Katelyn can relax now knowing that he's better- having loved ones that are sick is hard for family too! ❤ thank you guys for all the awesome content!

3 thoughts I had during this podcast: 1. I'm so glad that Evan is okay 2. I want what you guys have, you're just such great partners 3. I hope Evan gets a speedy recovery

EPB: Emergency Purse Burger. 🤣🤣🤣 Glad to see you're on the mend, Evan. I hope your very funny wife doesn't cause you to pop any stitches!

Out of bitter experience, when a person has a serious infection (especially abdominal but not exclusively so) the fever doesnt have to get really high for the shivers to start and get really rough. The shivers and the freezing can be present without high fever, or the fever can get seriously high only hours after. Not fun in the least. Hope you feel better soon and leave it all behind as an odd experience.

I think I might be the same days post op as Evan (not with appendicitis’s though) I think recovery is also about moving on mentally from the more traumatic/scary parts and not reliving it all constantly, I know I’m still getting there. Wishing you a speedy recovery 🌻

“You’re being too funny.” So funny, but so sad :(

There is such a ridiculous amount of love in this video though. I'm really glad Evan is okay.

I started crying when Katelyn was telling the story about crying in the car with her dad. I’m so glad you guys got through this and that you’re out of the hospital now. I’m wishing a speedy recovery for Evan 🥺

The infection is what made him shiver and shake uncontrollably 😔 it feels awful and it's litterally uncontrollable. I've had this happen to me too and when your body is fighting off infection in your blood like that you get those really bad shakes and feel cold. Abscesses can make you feel SO terrible.

I’m 17 and I’ve had my ovaries twist three times now, the first when I was 7 and the most recent last March. Every single time it’s happened I’ve gone to the ER and they’ve checked for appendicitis before even checking my ovaries. Because of that I assume the pain must be somewhat similar in comparison and I don’t see how you went 5 days without going in, that sounds miserable! But I’m glad to hear you’re recovering well and I’m sorry you had to deal with that, I think I know the pain.

As a Scandinavian I am so baffled by your health insurance system. I can't imagine having to google which hospital to go to, during an emergency! I hope your insurance covers both your surgery and your 7 day stay at the hospital. And I would hope that your long time sponsors has the heart and understanding that spitting out content while you are recovering from a crisis is forgivable, and will get back on the ride when you are feeling better Evan! I wish you a speedy recovery now that you are home.

I am so glad that Evan got through his appendicitis! I hope everyone has a great day!

Damm evan was soo energetic person in the room Now he's like Bob Ross.

evan your love for katelyn was palpable this ep!! ya'll are so cute and im so happy you're healthy and safe

I wonder if Evan's shivering because of a mild shock? I just glad You and Evan are okay!. Take time to recover!

You guys are so right about the ER emergency thing. I went 4 days with a blood clough in my leg before realizing this is not right and then went to see a doctor. Luckily it's not too serious. You two are awesome :-)

It is so wonderful to see your faces. So grateful you're okay Evan and that you have each other. When you started talking about crying and eating Katelyn my heart just hurt. I know you are laughing in hindsight but I can only imagine how overwhelmed you truly felt. Sending you both so much love. Take care of yourselves and give yourselves some slack to put yourselves first for a bit to heal and recoup.

I'm so glad that u went in when u felt u did. I remember being diagnosed with crohns, I had been super sick for 24 hours. Even though I drove myself to the hospital, I was hospitalized for 4 days after. If something doesn't feel right just go in. I'm so glad that ur doing this video

I clicked so fast, even though I have to get ready for work, I just wanted to know your feeling better! Maybe work a medical emergency clause into your future contracts? Your health is too important.

I am seriously so happy that you guys are updating us. It's been good to know you're alright Evan, but we certainly feel better seeing and hearing you to know you're really okay. 😭💕 Katelyn, I think you're so strong to be standing by and dealing with all the emotion and mental pressure when the person you love is in such a state. 😭💕 Love you both so much. 😭💕💕💕💕

Me when I hear my fav channel is taking a break: :( Me when I hear my fav content creators are taking care of their health and well-being: :)))))))

Evan’s chills gave me a sudden flashback to when my appendix was “angry” and I was in the waiting room shaking so hard and the staff said I wasn’t really cold, my body just thought I was cold, so more blankets wouldn’t help. That is without a doubt the hardest I have ever shivered in my life.

Be kind to yourselves, you've been through a lot. Take it easy, rest, don't push!!!! We'll be here when you are healthy again. Coming back too soon and having a relapse would not be fun, your health is more important.

Hearing Evan's voice at the start almost made me cry 😢 I'm so glad you're both doing ok!

His voice hurts my heart! I’m so glad he is recovering well and so happy Katelyn is good, too.

well, we are all very happy and relieved to see you back behind the mic. Rest up, and come back with the full chaos when you are ready. Much love to you both.

Listening to her talk about panic and not being able to do anything for you, broke my heart for one for two just makes me think of how my husband feels about my health condition. Which breaks my heart to

As non american, I went to emergency room so many times in my life. Like in general I listen to the threathment you guys got is horrifying to me. Im happy that Evan is fine and you got through this 😊

My day is always brighter when the two of you drop a video! My ex had appendices and hid a lot of pain from me. On day four, I get a call from the hospital, and he's telling me that his appendix was close to rupturing and he's heading into surgery. He worked the graveyard shift and drove himself to the hospital. I was gobsmacked. Evan, have you had a CT scan on your neck? I have horrible neck pain and headaches, and my new doctor ordered a CT scan. Turns out that I have degenerative discs, arthritis, and bone spurs. I need surgery to stabilize my neck, as it will only get worse. I'm so glad that you're doing better Evan!❤🦸‍♂️

As to Evan being so cold in the one waiting room. You said he had a hoodie on, and yours over top that (although I doubt he was able to physically wear it because of size difference) one think I learned from backpacking in having too many layers closer to your body prevents your body heat from spreading and warming the space under the blanket. So even when camping in the colder months I have minimal layers on in my bag so my body heat can warm up the space in the bag and keep me warmer.

I just love how normal you guys are. Worrying about if you ACTUALLY need to go to the ER; wondering if your insurance will work; second guessing going to the ER or just waiting it out; working through a rupturing appendix. Some people might say you guys are irresponsible, but I think you are just like everyone else and you did what everyone else would do and thought what everyone else would think in that moment. I have sat on my couch for days with an upset stomach just blowing it off as some bad food. Thank you guys for sharing your story :) Maybe next time I'll go to the ER lol I hope you are resting well and feeling better Evan! And treat yourself to some Cheetos Katelyn!

Happened almost exactly as my husband’s. He had an abscess after and ended up with a drain, twice. Ask about a CT at your follow up if any sign of infection is still around.

I had a general anaesthetic a few years ago for a minor surgery on my toes and my throat was not happy for a bit after, if you've seen videos of the tube they stick down your throat you'll realise why it wrecks your throat so much lol! I recommend jelly and ice cream! (jello for y'all Americans lol) either have them in a bowl together or individually and it's really good for your throat! Happy healing!! Get Joob to purr on you, apparently cat's purrs have healing properties?!?! ❤️❤️❤️

I'm glad ya'll are doing okay now. The chills Evan was experiencing could've been from some of the I.V. drips they give you. Saline makes me shiver like crazy as well.

This podcast is really nice and calm. It made me calm, bc Evans voice is so soft now. Obviously the reason why this podcast exists and why it is so soft, isn't fun. I'm really glad Evan is doing alright and is getting better ♥ But you guys are great when you don't jump all the time! Don't worry about being boring and not super entertaining or funny. It's alright to have lows. If a video didn't turn out as funny/hyped as you hoped, don't worry about that! We love you guys and you are great! Lots of love for the both of you ♥

Why do I want a a tee shirt that says "Purse Cheese burger" on it?

If you like the style of humor at Technology Connections and are interested in tinkering and cars, Aging Wheels is a great channel to check out as well! I'm glad Evan is feeling better and on the mend. Here's to a speedy recovery!

I love that Evan is fidgeting with K’s scrunchie!

Happy you’re doing better, happy you caught it when you did instead of later, happy that appendix can’t come for you again. Rest up, and take your time coming back - don’t push yourself. And honestly if Katelyn wants to do some solo streams or a Bob Ross video and that means Evan can’t be in it, that’s okay too. Or maybe just a video watching Joob take a nap for 30 minutes… :)

Take all of the time you need guys! We’ll be here waiting for you when you’re ready! Surgery is surgery no matter how minor, and yours wasn’t that minor. Rest up and we’re so glad you’re home safe and sound!

Your health is always número uno. You guys did everything just fine. No one plans to need emergency surgery. The people who complain aren’t worth your worry and those of us that have grown with you and love you for who you are will ALWAYS understand and wish you nothing but the best. I’m grateful for having found your channel long ago and look forward to all that’s coming in the future :) Speedy recovery Evan and get some much needed Rest and relaxation Katelyn. As a healthcare worker, I assure you the caregiver is always the one that gets the most pressure and you did beautifully. Love you guys.

The two of you are such a bright light in so many lives! I am so glad to hear you are both on the HEALING side of this episode! Your love and devotion to each other is so clear and wonderful to see!! Love you both!!

Glad Evan is doing better. It's so sad how the American health system works :(

When you have something JUST ENOUGH of an emergency to walk into the ER, it feels ILLEGAL! I broke my 5th metatarsal bone on my foot. I was able to walk (with pain, but able) and it felt SO WEIRD! I thought they will kick me out!! But with visible anxiety I was like "I think I might have broken my foot, it really hurts and there was a cracking noise" literally trying to make it sound more serious than I thought it was haha.

Had acute appendicitis that onset at night, spent a few hours throwing up before calling my dad to drive me to the ER. Found out I had abscessed and somehow had no symptoms until the sudden onset. Stuff is scary, glad Evans alright.

I am so glad that they got it out when they did. My friend's dad went to his doctor with pain in his stomach. The doctor said it was a stomach bug and to drink Gatorade. He died in the hallway of his house a week later. His appendix had burst and killed him. It was so tragic. 😔

To any sponsor who severs ties over this, shame on you!! Just subscribed to Patreon. I hope more people realize this is a way to help tangibly.. Sending lots of healing vibes your way.

If sponsors want to drop you over an unavoidable medical situation, I don't want to support THEM!!

I had appendicitis and I was in pain for well over 12 hours and it was so intense but to be in that pain for FOUR DAYS! That's crazy. We're glad that you're feeling better and healthier 💚

This podcast reminded me that I have stomach issues and I should probably... get that checked. Thankfully I live in Canada though so it won't cost too much

Katelyn trying to stay calm for Evan is the sweetest thing. Aside from your wonderful personalities and skills, I think it's the way you feel for each other that really makes your content so special to so many of us. You are capable of spreading the warmth and wonderfulness of your feelings. You don't even need to show it, there is just so much love in everything you do because you do it together. Lots of warm hugs from Poland and thank you for doing what you do ❤ I'm sure the Kevins will stay with you and wait until you can create again ❤👑

Take your time and take care of yourselves. That's more important. I know it's also your income but what good is it if you're not healthy. We understand. Praying for you guys. Be safe!!

“Emergency purse burgers” 🍔 *People shivering is extremely stressful 42:52 awww it was so endearing

So sad that one of the the first thoughts when something like this happens is “how much is this gonna cost?” When people in other countries are like “you have to pay for your own surgeries???” And the look on their face is horrified. Way to go American healthcare system.

The shivers! I've had an experience with body wracking shivers a few times (once also in the ER) and they had no clue what caused them physically. But I've heard they can be a physical manifestation of anxiety

I had to do breathing exercises after having my appendix out. It’s from being intubated. Throat pain is common after surgery, and regaining lung capacity afterward is important. Breathe deeply, often.

this reminds me of when i had both my kidney stones, the first one i was still in or just recently out of highschool and was on vacation. i had been dealing with sporatic random bouts of extreme pain/cramping for several months prior (3-4 months), but having had IBS my whole life thought it was just that spiking to an extreme level. well it had hit a point where i was apparently just very sickly pale, i could barely stand anymore and just wanted to lay down. A family friend offered to take me to Urgent care since my mom needed to go visit family in the hospital. Urgent care was just closing and said to go to ER, and the ER had alot of normal looking people, and i was ready to just collapse, and thats when i found out what was going on, as the stone showed up on Ultrasound (unusual unless they are reaching a certain size of 1cm or larger), it felt silly having gone in for that after the fact but getting the medication afterward is what was important. Flash forward 2-3 years and had a second one, at that point i recognized all my symptoms and already got prescriptions, but again it spiked more that the medication could help with. had to go to ER again, and was actually vomitting from pain. ended up getting stronger pain killers after the fact and an IV while i was there. the ER that time was PACKED and most everyone looked "okay" or at least calm, and i got rushed in rather quickly because i knew what was wrong, was able to explain what i was already doing, and someone at the desk could also tell i wasnt just faking it for stronger meds. ER Is so helpful, but knowing when to go is tough, especially if you think its not serious because you have a high tolerance for pain/illness.

Evan's "It is what it is" hits home for me. When I was in my wreck last Christmas, my motto was "do whatever you have to do." Nothing I could do except be compliant. My second motto was a scream followed by an apology, every time they moved me. 🙃 I'm really glad you're recovering. Much love to both of you! 💜

Being an American expat in England, I both know about the anxieties of the US private health system and how much more it makes me appreciate the NHS. When I needed surgery, how much it would cost was the absolute last thing in mind. I had my gallbladder out laparoscopically and it cost nothing, not the diagnosis, not the surgery, not the hospital stay. I hope the bill is manageable and Evan continues to have a comfortable stress free recovery!

I just wanted you guys to know that you are both an inspiration for me. (And my husband 😏) I'm struggling with my addiction the last 6 months and watching your videos always gives me motivation and happy thoughts. They definitely help reignite that desire for all my crafts and projects. Today we close on our new house... (congrats on yours!) and I'm trying to keep my head up cause there is much to be happy about and grateful for. Anyways, thank you for being you and making your content. 🥰 sending you my best wishes 💕 Katelyn I'm glad your Evan is happy and healthy and Evan I'm glad your feeling better! 🥳

This podcast taught me that it's okay to keep a burger in your purse during dire times. Never know when you'll need to bust out the purse burger but it's best to be prepared! Thanks for sharing, surgery stuff is always stressful.

Pls this podcast was a bit too funny for only 1 appendix hahahahah. I am SO glad to see Evan safe right now! Thank you for updating us, and informing your audiences small information(like the one about how movies have established a stereotype for ERs) that are always overlooked yet so very important. May Evan have a speedy recovery. Take as much rest the both of you. We want the wellbeing of the two of you more than anything pls 😭 May you have enough rest too Katelyn! You've been super strong through this with Evan! Will always support E&K ❤

Good to see Evan up and running. Take it slowly and take all the time you need! Your health is more important than anything 🙏💙

Appendicitis is no joke I had it at 13 had complications and had 5 surgeries in total. I'm so glad Evan is okay and I hope for a speedy recovery ❤❤

My husband and I love Technology Connections! The "Brown" video is actually one of our favorites and kinda mind blowing ones. Definitely a good one.

I was here back when Evan was a whole man! XD Seriously though, I am glad that everything has worked out and that you guys are resting.

It's just a relief watching you two!!! Only looking at you gives my eye's peace. I Hope Evan gets well soon.

We need a "Purse Burger" T-Shirt

Thing of the week is kind of like naming something you're thankful for. At least that's how i approach gratitude practice. Evan's been doing it this whole time!

Praying that you heal completely!!! So glad you guys went in when you did!

Purse Burgers are the latest must have hospital accessory…It’s called FASHUUUN people!

So happy to hear that you are doing much better and laughing. Missed both of you!

It's nice that they took you serious in the ER. I once got ready for work, already feeling completely jittery. My boss looked at me at 6 am and immediately send me to the hospital as I was sweating and bright red in the face and I had problems with my blood pressure before. I was literally the only person in the ER and the nurse just looked at me 'Can't you just wait until your GP opens at 8?' No Ma'am, I think I might die until then. She hooked me up to some monitors and got suddenly very quick and gave me something to lower my blood pressure and heart rate. Both were way to high. She then took a blood sample and had me waiting in the cold waiting room, me only wearing a short sleeved business shirt soaked in sweat, with my blood pressure down to normal then I was freezing my butt off. I had to wait there until 8 when the lab techs would start working and all they did was check for drugs, that I hadn't taken obviously.

I’m just glad you caught it in time! You two are my absolute favorite you tubers and I can’t imagine Evan not being here! Sending all the good vibrations your way so you heal quickly and feel better soon!

Please take all time and rest you both need, this must have been so scary and traumatic, I know you'll wanna keep the momentum when the channel going, but rest is so important after such a scary experience! ❤️❤️❤️

I am just happy Evan is recovering and feeling better. You 2 take all the time you need before getting back to creating content.

I always find calmly walking into the ER a surreal experience, even when I need to be there.

Glad Evan is doing better ... Glad he made it in time and now he's on the mend ... Stay on the up and up and rest when you need to ... Don't stress and make things worse