I grew up hearing an idiom, “you don’t miss the water until the well runs dry”.

I have always admired those athletes who are physically challenged and how they push themselves competing in the para-lympics. Many times it is so easy to complain about aches and pains, yet having no challenges in the physical.

Since my surgery I cannot put any weight on my leg that had the surgery. I have to use a walker and hop on my good leg. Every time I need to move is quite challenging and a workout in and of it’s self.

I see the surgeon on the 30th of this month and I will find out how much I will be able to use the mending leg and hip.

I do my physio exercises every day so that I do not lose the function of my hip. Thankfully I have pain killers that I can take before my exercises.

This past Monday the staples were removed and the incision looks great, no infection and the swelling has ceded.

I am so thankful that I have my best friend that helps me with most everything. Making the coffee, making my meals and so much more. Also, I am thankful that I don’t have to contend with stairs, otherwise I would have to recover in a home like a seniors place. 

My hat goes off to all of those in healthcare in the hospital and those who work in Home Care that makes visits.