Snowy Egret
I've been improving a bit every day, then I hit the wall, as they say, and my recovery has stalled. Everything is fine, but I'm still in some pain when I move around, and getting tired of it. I know it's just a matter of time, but jeez, it's been a month and I'm getting tired of resting, you know? Anyway, enough complaining, but that's why things are so quiet in The Palms. :)
Snowy Egret
Katie and I have been walking to the lake every day. Not a long walk, but enough. I've also been continuing on with my planned medical appointments for the month of February. The new dentist last week was great, I liked him, his staff and the office location, but after all the x-rays were taken and they went over my intake info, they wanted me to pre-medicate before the periodontal check and teeth cleaning. The dentist wrote an Rx which I filled at Walmart for $4, and I go back tomorrow (Tuesday) to complete the testing and cleaning. They did say I don't have any cavities or cracks or anything that needs attention, and I floss a lot, so I'm assuming all will go well and I'll be done for another six months.
What are they all looking at?
Wood Duck on bench back, and Mallards
That's about all that's been happening around here. The weather has been great, then today we had cloud cover and a little rain is expected tomorrow, which will be nice and cozy and will bring out more of our feathered friends.
From Me and Katie, have a great Monday evening, everyone! :)
Good to hear from you but sorry to hear your recovery has stalled. I suppose that's not too unusual but make sure you let your doctor know what's going on. I hate being incapacitated to any degree so understand what you're saying. Hugs to you and Katie. Take care and blog when you feel up to it. We'll be here...
ReplyDeleteMy experience has always been that I seem to be making such progress and then hit that wall for a while. Maybe that is Nature keeping us from overdoing things, but whatever, I hope you can be patient.
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your recovery. It looks like you are in a great spot to recover. The photos the past few days you post have been great. Beautiful birds and ducks. My hounds would be at the end of their 25' retractable leashes and pulling hard if they saw them. LOL
ReplyDeleteYou'll get there, it just takes time. I still think that the RV is the best recovery room!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear that you are doing well, even if slowly. Like everyone said..you are in a perfect place to take it easy and rest. Slow & easy!
ReplyDeleteMost of us fail to realize we don't heal as quickly as we used to, besides your body experienced quite a trama compounded by anestetics. Be patient with yourself remember you're retired so what's the rush.
ReplyDeleteIt's about time.
Jim is getting really antsy at the rehab center because he thinks he's feeling so good. But I'm afraid he's going to hit that wall for awhile too. I hope he's home this week but he's not strong enough yet.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to know you are still out there walking but sure am sorry about the pain. Being in pain just makes life so hard.
It is always 2 steps forward, 1 back. especially after major surgery. It's not like you have to get back to work!!!! Say Hi to Katie for us.
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We are very thankful that you and Katie are doing as well as you are... we were very concerned.
ReplyDeleteYou are remarkable, and a real inspiration.
We look forward to your full recovery, and reading about your future travels.
Take care ... TnT
good to hear from you again!..hope the recovery continues to go well!
ReplyDeleteFor decades I had to take antibiotics before dental appointments because of rhuematic fever, supposedly any bacteria or infection you may have in your mouth during dental procedures goes strait into your blood stream and can cause problems. So after major surgery would assume they would want to safe guard y ou against any type of possible bug. You sound like me I never cut myself slack, but in reality our bodies just dont bounce as well as they did in our 20-30's
ReplyDeleteYou'll be back 100% soon,
the stall at the wall is normal I've had that after surgeries..I think its the body's way of saying 'please don't do too much too fast'...it will come with patience keep on resting and taking it easy..glad to see your improving...you will be top notch in no time :)
ReplyDeleteSorry you think you are now up against a wall in your recover. But look how much your getting done. It takes time for us to heal now that we have gotten younger. Just let the healing take its course and you will be driving to somewhere so enough.
ReplyDeleteAnd like others have mentioned above what a wonderful place to heal and rest.
So good to hear from u but sorry ur in pain. I do understand, still having pain from my oral surgery...thought it would be way gone by now but as several pointed out, it takes a little longer for our bodies to heal now. But ur doing great, out walking every day and in such a gorgeous spot! Praying for ur complete recovery soon and being back on the road. Hugs to Katie and u!
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