22 Days Post Op

I have been home now for two and a half weeks.  Sometimes the days pass very quickly with visitors, books, movies and work and other days pass by in super slow motion!

My mobility and strength are improving although also at a snails pace, but are improving none the less.  I am still using the walker to get around most days as my crutches scare me a bit still.  However, I am now able to bend at my knee with my foot behind me off the floor and hop along for an increased number of steps.  This allows me to move much faster around the house.  My goal is to be on my crutches by the end of the week!

I am finding that my two biggest challenges are my digestive system (upset by medications and iron supplements, but is getting better slowly) and my numb bum!  Some days it doesn't seem to matter what position I am in, the blood flow through my glutes seems to be disrupted lol.

I get regular updates from my awesome staff on how things are going at the studio and I am so impressed by the organization of my team.  I know they are trying hard not to bother me with questions but I am excited when they call so that I get to hear their voices and get updates on all the amazing Fly Girls and Guys!  I hear you are all working hard!

I have been spending time this week with my next book writing project.  I am going to say that the first draft is approximately 75% done.  It is far enough along that I get excited looking at it and wake up with new ideas each day. 

This afternoon will be my second outing since arriving home from the hospital.  (First was Easter Dinner at my parents house).  Today I will be going to the doctor to have my incision looked at and make sure it is healing properly.  I am more worried about the car ride then the appointment!

I want to thank all of you who have sent cards, flowers, emails, positive thoughts and so forth!  You are all so sweet and hearing from each and every one of you makes my days seem brighter.  Thank-you.

I will update again soon!
B