Doctor first thing this morning. Pain is normal and as expected so he was not surprised at the extent of it. X-Rays look great. He said this particular surgery is a "long term investment". I could still be healing after a year. (Guess I didn't take my age in mind--huh?) That was a good way to explain it. He changed my pain meds and gave me a new prescription to continue therapy. I have to call him in six weeks. My activity level is dictated by pain (let's hope that means the new meds will work better and I'll be able to vacuum "under" things, now)--pain in the hips IS coming from the back.
I'm making a new promise to myself, today. JACK.AND.I.WILL.BE.CAMPING.IN.THE.FALL!!
I'm making a new promise to myself, today. JACK.AND.I.WILL.BE.CAMPING.IN.THE.FALL!!
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great pictures, Nancy and yes... your positive mental attitude! will win...
ReplyDeleteI tell you each time I visit your blog on my laptop with the larger screen... Jack's picture just cracks me up ... HAHaaaa.... oh, me. such contentment...
Hey, Carolyn! Yes, Jack IS a character--and he's always content! ! I am determined to remain positive! :)
DeleteOH what a great ending picture. I am SO glad to hear you say you WILL be camping. Keep that vision in your mind always and you will make it happen. This is super news!!
ReplyDeleteYou'd think I could have combed my hair? I'd been away about 4 months at that point just snipping here and there as it grew. Jack and I were sitting there looking out over the Pacific and a lady came over and said to me, "Does he understand everything you say?" I said, "Of course or something to that effect." She asked if she could snap a picture and she snapped about three and then asked me if I'd like her to take a few with my camera. So, maybe I'm on someone's computer as "strange things you see in your travels"! LOL.
DeleteI started to believe that I was not improving and this was going to be it, so my mind was relieved. He put it so well when he said, "This was a long term investment." I'm so anxious to see if the new meds help and I can start walking as a form of therapy. Unfortunately, he said I can't walk Jack, yet, but we'll see. He doesn't know Jack and the joy he gets just going to the nature center. So, I thought maybe I'd see if I can get a lighter weight ramp so he can get up into the truck. He can do it by jumping to the floor, than the seat, than into the back, but I'm afraid he'll re-injure his leg. Thanks for your kind remarks, as always.
Your hair looks great. Wish mine looked that good without combing. Jack looks like he's giving some one the whoooooooo woof. Don't push yourself or you could go backwards. There must be some folks who would love to go with you and Jack to the nature center and be Jack's handler. Even if the recovery is longer than you want, you WILL get back on the road with Jack. Every journey is really done step by step no matter how long.
DeleteHope you feel better soon. Geesh this is a long recovery, isn't it. :( In the meantime this gives you an opportunity to catch up on all the movies/tv shows/books you've been wanting to see/watch/read when you were out and about.
ReplyDeleteGet well quickly!
Hi, Fernweh. Thanks so much for stopping by. It IS a long recovery, but the Doc (love him) recounted exactly what he did which was to rebuild my whole lumbar spine. My cervical spine was done in the 80s. I'm hoping that will keep the thoracic in place! I think I've seen ever NCIS episode every made, love my PaperWhite Kindle and have read many books, and movies. Some I know by heart! LOL
DeleteAgain, thanks for your good wishes.
I am so excited to read your post today. Pain is not fun but knowing it's normal makes it much more bearable. Keep up your positive thinking and you and Jack will be out there before you know it. We're all pulling for you.
ReplyDeleteHi, Sandie. I can't tell you how much the support of bloggers and rl friends have made. Don't know what I would have done without you. I would be complaining to the wall, I guess. I'm determined. I'm also going to try to take a ride up to NY to see my sister and her family. I'll take a few days or longer just with Jack in the truck to get up there, stay a weekend, and take a leisurely back road trip back. I'll cancel a week of therapy to do it. I have to do it for my mental well-being. Thanks, as always, for your support. You and Jim have been through the wringer, too-I hope we'll all be able to say no more doctors soon!!!
DeleteGreat attitude. Praying that those new meds do the trick.
ReplyDeleteVery kind of you to stop by. I really appreciate everyones thoughts and prayers.
DeleteI am so excited for you! Not that your still in pain but that things are going the way they should.I hope the new meds work well for you.
ReplyDeleteYES YOU WILL GO CAMPING IN THE FALL!! Love the new Attitude
You hair shows you are camping. That is my excuse for lots of sloppy stuff when out. I think the Devil makes me say these things. >:)
Part of my love of camping is dressing comfortably (sloppy) as you can see in the picture, Jo. Thanks for your well-wishes. I think, if I'm right you're on the road, today, having a great time! Can't wait to see your blog.
ReplyDeleteWonderful news! Keep the faith and you will make it through this rehabilitation.
ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear things are improving health wise and you are looking forward to some future rving! Keep up the good work!
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ReplyDeleteI really do need to get your e-mail address. Hopefully you get this. I found this produce online at Lowe's: SKID GUARD 6-in x 24-in Black with Yellow Reflective Stripe Safety Tape. I read it to Jim and he thinks that would work really good for what you need for the ramp for Jack.
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