My journal of big words and pretty pictures
I did a thing today and I am ridiculously excited about it. During physical therapy, I reached 120-degrees bending, and 0-degrees straightening, my leg… together those are considered full-range of motion. I still have work to do because getting to those positions is still a struggle, but I know now that I can. Not being … Continue reading By degrees
One Christmas gift finished and a bunch yet to go. I got a little behind, got distracted with this whole knee thing dontcha know. Anyway, the remaining gifts shouldn't take long so I think I can still get finished in time to mail them out for Christmas. If not, I'll send a photo to let … Continue reading One down…
Thanksgiving is done and I am officially tired of leftovers. I finally started Christmas shopping but have only managed to buy two gifts and those were for my son to give to other people. (I have Amazon Prime so I can get a better deal for him, and yes, he is reimbursing me.) I have … Continue reading Making a list
You guys! Today during physical therapy, I was able to ride a stationary bike for ten minutes, making full, forward rotations the whole time. I logged about 1.75 miles. That’s huge. Well, right now, every improvement is huge. It’s still slow going, but I’m seeing little changes in my range of motion that are encouraging. … Continue reading Every little bit helps
Thanksgiving is done. I ate too much and have leftovers that could last until Christmas. The Day After Thanksgiving, traditionally I make gumbo with whatever turkey didn’t get eaten. The last couple of years I have had epic fails. I burnt the roux last year and threw in the towel. I need some new recipes … Continue reading Recipes needed
This rehab stuff is making me stabby. It’s like two steps forward and one step back. Sunday was great. Went for a walk, got a bend in the knee to a point I hadn’t reached before, and I was walking pretty steady. Then, Monday came and I was all wonky again. Could barely get my … Continue reading I want to ride my bi-cyc-le
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