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Definitely "yes" to this image. PT? Not so much right now. This week, my physical therapist(s) moved to the "strengthening" portion of my knee rehabilitation. I'm not a fan, and neither is my knee. This phase is kicking my butt! I get home and have to do more icing, and I took another pain killer before bed last night. I was hoping to get away from those, but I guess pre-PT and post are still in the foreseeable future.
You know me, though. I'll just pull up my big girl panties and do what needs to be done. I don't complain (at PT or home), except for an occasional "ugh" when I try to get out of the chair, or walk from one room to another. My therapist, Jenna said I'm a "warrior" with a poker face - even when it hurts. Handsome spotted me up the stairs last night "just to be safe". My heartbeat.
No physical therapy today, so we'll see what the day holds after I take my morning meds (I'm still on blood thinners to avoid clots for the next month), along with a couple others, then coffee and a bite to eat.
Handsome has a band concert this evening, so I'm hoping I'll be up to seeing him perform. He has drum kit pieces this time, so I really want to see that! I guess that means I'll most likely take it easy so I'm well-rested and my knee is agreeable to walk from the venue parking lot to the park where the band will be playing.
Thanks for sharing your current projects with me yesterday. It's really fun to know what you're working on, especially when I'm not busy with my own projects. I even stood back on the the artist trading cards for this month. I'm sure I'll jump back in for September, but I thought better of it for August.
Once again, I'm off like a herd of turtles. lol See you tomorrow!
I love that picture, love Queen Anne's Lace.
ReplyDeleteGlad you are getting around somewhat, but don't overdo it.
Hope you can go to the concert tonight.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteYou know that's one of my favorite flowers, too. I'm doing my best not to overdo, but I think it's part and parcel of the strength rehab. Frankly, I'm over it. I guess I'm going back to the painkillers so it's tolerable. ugh. Didn't make it to his concert, and was pretty bummed. Sat on ice instead. I promised to make it to his next (last) concert, though. I'm keeping my word, even if I have to go with the walker or wheelchair!
Happy Friday, girlfriend.
xoxo
Donna
Fingers crossed that your knee cooperates this evening, but please be extra careful with it!
ReplyDeleteHi Mary:
DeleteI tried my best to pamper it all day, but when he saw me still limping around, Handsome said I should stay home. I was disappointed, but knew he was right. I really don't like missing his performances. I'll be there next week, for sure!
Thanks for your concern.
xoxo
Donna
I'm so sorry that PT is at the really hurting stage. I'm sure you're muttering 'no pain, no gain' through gritted teeth.
ReplyDeletePerhaps you can manage to park near the concert and be able to enjoy it from the car rather than walking on rough ground.
Hi MA:
DeleteThanks, hon. Me, too. Yes. That's one of the things I'm muttering through gritted teeth. lol I loved your suggestion and asked whether or not the parking was conducive to me staying in our vehicle. Sadly, parking is nowhere near the performance area. I was bummed, but he watched me walk in the afternoon and said he thought it best that I stay home. I sat and iced my knee instead, which was not nearly as much fun. As much as I dislike taking them, I guess I'll have to up the pain meds for a while to make things more bearable. But, only for as long as necessary. Thanks for the great idea, even though it didn't pan out. I really appreciated it.
xoxo
Donna
Maybe a drop off and pick up are in order for you. Leastwise as close as possible. Maybe get an “I’m with the band” t-shirt or “band groupie”. Safety first my friend. Safety first.
ReplyDeleteHi Bobbi:
DeleteAfter watching me stump around all day, Handsome said I should stay home. I think he had enough to worry about loading in and setting up that he didn't want to have to worry about me, too. I was disappointed, but stayed home. It's funny. I should get a t-shirt made that says "The Handsome drummer is my husband" - or something to that effect. The way I carry on applauding, folks know I'm cheering for someone on stage. In Florida, I always sat in the middle of the small hall, and all the regulars knew I am his wife. It was quite lovely actually, because they'd all come up and talk with me afterward. So, anyway, it was "safety first". I stayed home feeling a little sorry for myself. I'll be there next time for sure!
xoxo
Donna
Sherryofcreateology: Oh Dear that PT can really be a bugger. Rest today is a god idea and I hope you are able to enjoy Handsome’s concert tonight. Prayers continue for your Healing.
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry:
DeleteYou're so right, and exactly the word I've used! I did my best, but stayed home this time. He had enough to worry about without keeping track of me, too. Next one should be easier. Either way, it's his last concert of their season, so I surely won't miss it.
Happy Weekend, dear.
Oh, and Thank you for the beautiful ATC. I'm not doing August this time, so it is extra special to me. Much love,
xoxo
Donna
Oh, wouldn't the performance in the park be a lovely change in the current routine!! Here's hoping everything cooperates for you to be able to enjoy that, but, as everyone above has already said...safety first... so that you can "enjoy" 🙄 continued healing!
ReplyDeleteHi Lois:
DeleteI was so looking forward to it! It's been crisp in the evenings, so I was planning to wear jeans and a nice, comfy sweatshirt. Then...Handsome said he thought I should stay home after watching me struggle to get around during the day. Plans dashed. I sat around in my sweats with my leg on ice. It felt better, but I really missed not seeing him play. It's one of the true pleasures of my life. Next time for sure. Thanks for the healing vibes. They're greatly appreciated.
xoxo
Donna
Some days it's hard enough putting the big girl panties on let alone pulling them up.
ReplyDeleteI was always the stair spotter.
I hope you can get to the concert and all goes well.
We all know you are a warrior.
Shirley
Hi Shirley:
DeleteYou're so right. Getting over that left foot is the hardest part these days. (giggle) Handsome doesn't need to spot me on the stairs anymore unless I'm really tired or sore, but I know what a task you were taking on. I wish I could have gone, but as I said in the other comments, he watched me walking all day and even though I was trying to disguise it, he knew I was hurting. He had a lot to do for the concert, and the last thing he needed was to worry about me, too. I knew that without him saying so, so I reluctantly acquiesced. I wasn't feeling much like a warrior, but after talking with the doctor's office today, I guess I'll stop trying to be brave and take the pain meds rather than relying solely on ice. It will make my life - and Handsome's - easier.
Thanks so much, dear.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna