They're back on my needlework stand. I stitched a bit more on my fencing for the bluebird project yesterday. I also baked bread, so I sat at my hoop between proofing (30 minutes at a time).
By the end of the day, I'd added an inch or so of stitching to the
bluebird project, plus baked four loaves of farmhouse sandwich bread, a
half dozen hamburger buns, and a special small cheese loaf to go with
our dinner last night.
That cheese loaf is looking all gnarly because I should have put it into a larger dutch oven than the one I chose. In the end, I took it out of the pot and let it bake on the oven rack on parchment paper. The darker top is from the baked bits of cheese. It was perfect, even though it looked a bit odd.
I enjoyed that I got to bake and play a bit. Oh, and one other thing...Now don't holler at me, please. I know it was dumb. Believe me.
Monday, Handsome and I mowed the lawn like we always do, but first, he wanted to remove the bucket and weight box from his tractor so he could move a newly-acquired blade attachment that was sitting right in the middle of the lawn by the Compass Barn. I'm usually the one who drives the tractor for attaching and detaching as I'm slightly more limber than Handsome and I can turn around easier to line up the gadgets with the hitch on the tractor.
Well, Monday, I was just a teeny bit off from being able to connect the blade, so I hopped (hopped. lol) off the tractor to see how far off I was. It was just an inch or so from hooking on so my "I can do this Amazon warrior spirit" took over. I first tried to scoot the blade just a bit - and it didn't budge. So, what did I do next? Yep. I turned my back to it, brought up my "BoB" leg and tried to push it. I heard something pop. In my head I may have uttered a swear word or three, because I didn't want Handsome to realize that I probably hurt myself.
I got back on the tractor and realigned the hitch - perfectly this time - and we hooked the blade on so I could move it into the barn. From there, I just had to get off his tractor and walk over to get on mine. Yikes! It really hurt, and now Handsome knew it, too. He said I should go back into the house and he'd do the lawn, but I insisted on doing my share.
We finished the job in 1-1/2 hours, and then we went inside. He set up the ice machine, and I used it on my right knee for about a half hour. Then, he said we were going out to the drive-in for dinner so I wouldn't have to stand to make a meal for us. I was glad for the break.
I have physical therapy today. It's my second to last appointment with Jenna, and truthfully, I don't know how much I'll be able to do. I'm peeved that I did something without thinking. A year ago, it wouldn't have been a big deal. Now it is. I'm hoping Jenna can give me some tips to help that knee feel better. Funny. Since this happened, my "new" knee doesn't feel so bad! I guess it's all relative. I'm prepared to be chastised, not only by Jenna (Handsome already got in his 2¢ worth), but I'll be expecting a few of you to let me have it in the comment section. It's okay. I know I've asked for it this time. Believe me, nothing you will say can come close to the talking to I've been giving myself.
I really don't want to have a second new knee until next spring, so I'm just hoping I haven't forced that program before Christmas. I'm telling myself it's just a slight pull and I'll be fine in a few days. We'll see.
I'm going to close for today. Now the ball's in your court. Fire away...
Great progress, that's intense stitching.
ReplyDeleteMmmm, the breads look delicious.
Sometimes we just don't think, but hope your knee will be ok.
Good luck at therapy today.
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteIt really is intense. I'm sitting at my hoop, looking through my standing lighted magnifier the entire time. I don't know what I'd do without it. I know what you mean. I didn't think at all. I'm learning every day that my body isn't as young as my mind thinks I am. sigh. It was actually a great day at therapy. Thanks, dear.
xoxo
Donna
I wont scold. Jenna will have some good advice. I am just loving your Bluebirds project. Take care.
ReplyDeleteHi Bev:
DeleteThanks, dear. Jenna helped me out, and she was especially glad I hadn't done anything to my new knee. It's been over a year since I began the bluebirds. I'm hoping to finish them very soon. Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
I really don't think you'll hear much scolding from any of us... I'm sure we are all guilty of seeing something that needs to be done, jumping right in, and forgetting our "limitations". It's that voice of thoughtless determination that yells "you've got this!" While common sense is patiently trying to remind, "excuse me, you need to rethink this..." I sincerely hope there is no further damage to Bob. So good to see the bluebirds again!
ReplyDeleteHi Lois:
DeleteI sure do appreciate your kindness. I think I try to ignore my limitations because I'd be giving in to the fact that I'm already at that age where (as a child) I considered folks to be "old". My mind isn't there at all, but my body would like to beat up my mind for putting me in these positions. BoB already feels better today, so I'm thinking I didn't do the same kind of damage that got me a new knee. I'm really hoping to hold off on the other one until spring. I can't tell you how happy I was to be able to sit down, concentrate and stitch on the bluebirds. I'm looking forward to finishing them. Thank you, dear.
xoxo
Donna
I'm sure Jenna and Handsome will scold you enough for all of us, but....you know what I wanna say. The bread looks amazing and I'm sure tastes even better.
ReplyDeleteNow, after your appointment today you'll have to be a good girl, ice, and stitch (and repeat).
Hi MA:
DeleteYou're right again, my friend. Jenna didn't scold, but was relieved that it was "the other knee". Handsome pretty much covered for everyone. I wish I could share my baked goods with you. I'd pop some in the mail if I didn't think it would take forever to arrive! I behaved after PT. I did some canning, but elevated and iced after. It really already feels better. I think (hope) I dodged a bullet this time, and will definitely be more careful in the future.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
Prayers your knee heels well
ReplyDeleteHappy October!
Hi May:
DeleteThank you so very much! Happy October to you, too.
xoxo
Donna
Heals Well
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Deletexoxo
Donna
It's so easy to forget when we are used to doing things. Prayers that it heals well.
ReplyDeleteHi Wanda:
DeleteAin't that the truth. Thank you, dear.
Hugs,
xoxo
Donna
Charlene in Phoenix checking in and reading comments. I remember the days of thinking - oh she is older, more mature and should be careful. Now I am one of them. I would have done just what you did and thought about the reality when I heard that pop too! Be well. Thank god for the person who invented ice makers.
ReplyDeleteHi Charlene:
DeleteI know exactly what you mean, my friend. I could have kicked myself if it wouldn't have hurt so much! lol I'm especially grateful for the ice machine, for sure! We'll catch up soon.
Hugs.
xoxo
Donna
You know there was considerably more than 2cents worth locked and loaded there!
ReplyDelete(I don’t have that cute li’l “cents” sign)
Hi :
DeleteYou probably do. On my computer, I use the (option key and the 4 key at the same time) to get the ¢. On my cell phone keyboard, I choose $, but hold it until other options appear. The ¢ key is one of the options. Choose it to use. Hope that helps!
xoxo
Donna
Some times it is better to not say anything at all. Although I could, boy howdy could I!! I would imagine Handsome and your brain have said enough. As you know I don’t always get on the internet, just know I did this time. Shame on you!
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