Thursday, May 24, 2012
It's 4:00 a.m. The night was miserable as I tossed and turned until I could stand the pain no longer. My back was swollen and extreme pain shot down my thighs.
It was a two pill moment but I can deal with taking just one. I'm disappointed with myself for even taking the painkiller, but I was desperate to lower my pain level and eager to salvage what was left of any sleep time.
I hopped into the shower and let the hot water pitter-pat against my swollen back. While seated in the shower I worked on kneading the pain out of my legs.
It's been a long while since I've blogged. Surgery was on April 23rd. I spent a week in the hospital. I only experienced one traumatic event while in the care of the nursing staff. Mistreatment by a nurse left emotional scars that will take some time to heal. She was fired. Enough about that topic..
The rest of my hospital stay was nice. I was taken care of. The staff made me feel like a princess.
At home I'm working hard to rehabilitate my back and legs. I have good days and bad days. On the good days I take advantage of getting out to enjoy the sunny weather. I'm not allowed to drive so its a treat when I get to join my husband for an errand, lunch, or a visit to the zoo. Sometimes I think it's more of a burden than anything because I can handle only so much time on my feet before I become fatigued and experience discomfort in my legs and back.
My husband and kids have been very supportive in my trek to healing. It's rough when I can't lift a gallon of milk without pain, even more rough when I can't bend down to pick up a napkin I've dropped.
I really anticipate the day when I will have the strength to return to the kitchen, tend to my garden & flock of chickens, and enjoy time with my family without the annoyance of pain and discomfort.
Thank you for all your prayers and support!
Love to all,
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