The day wasn't to difficult. Really sort of slow. Took time for a break here and there. Was glad about lunch.
Keeping the leg elevated was a priority to me. I've no reason why. Just seemed a good idea. Where ever I worked I had it on a mail bucket. At my desk it was conveniently on top of my computer.
As I already mentioned I was stiffed legged. I'd stopped taking my diuretic in the day time. Just took to much time to get to the bathroom. And took me way to long. For some odd reason I felt that would be the point that was noticed.
I mean normally it's not an issue, yes we're talking bathroom time here and now. Especially at work where you've room in the stall at least. It was still awkward sitting and standing and took time. But it beat the home team. Anyway.
I remember taking Tylenol again and was glad for the end of the day. My manager would be out for the rest of the week the day after. I was very curious to see how my body and leg would hold up.
I remember hobbling up my driveway. Pleased with myself on the one hand. Brother in law was less than pleased when he came home and had to cook. Oh well.
The next morning, and no we are not about to go for a day by day, just giving highlights.
Know what. For that thought I'm going to make that another entry.
Sunday, September 7, 2014
Stuff.
Now as the brother in law was still working far away I had to prepare for the morning routines. Mostly for the dog's sake. Since I was now able to go down stairs we had our ritualistic mornings.
Bowl of kibble. 2 cups of coffee. And just before I left outside with the dregs of the pot. I gave her the usual 15 of free time to roam around the yard. Spring was nice this year.
I was wondering, what was I to do with myself while I waited for work to begin. I then realized that I could just download a free game on my phone. I believe it was infinity sword 2. Why not, price was just right for me.
I began the drive to work with trepidation. This would be the first venture in traffic for the knee. Was I up to it? Well thankfully the answer was yes.
I pulled into my normal spot at work. Looked at the huge distance, distance grows when you hobble, and just went for it. Walking very cautiously. Think the 2 min walk took me 5 or 6. Thankfully I get in early enough so that almost no one sees me.
Made it inside, down the elevator. Met one person and explained. Made it into my work area. My elderly co-worker met me and once I put my food away I gave him the whole story. The talkative co-worker was saying I'd bee out for weeks.
I hobbled down to the cafeteria. Found a secluded booth. It was nice and out of the way. Also I could just put my leg up and elevate it for awhile. Something I felt good about. I took a few acetaminophen before I left and had brought some with me. Wanted to be prepared.
Bowl of kibble. 2 cups of coffee. And just before I left outside with the dregs of the pot. I gave her the usual 15 of free time to roam around the yard. Spring was nice this year.
I was wondering, what was I to do with myself while I waited for work to begin. I then realized that I could just download a free game on my phone. I believe it was infinity sword 2. Why not, price was just right for me.
I began the drive to work with trepidation. This would be the first venture in traffic for the knee. Was I up to it? Well thankfully the answer was yes.
I pulled into my normal spot at work. Looked at the huge distance, distance grows when you hobble, and just went for it. Walking very cautiously. Think the 2 min walk took me 5 or 6. Thankfully I get in early enough so that almost no one sees me.
Made it inside, down the elevator. Met one person and explained. Made it into my work area. My elderly co-worker met me and once I put my food away I gave him the whole story. The talkative co-worker was saying I'd bee out for weeks.
I hobbled down to the cafeteria. Found a secluded booth. It was nice and out of the way. Also I could just put my leg up and elevate it for awhile. Something I felt good about. I took a few acetaminophen before I left and had brought some with me. Wanted to be prepared.
Saturday, September 6, 2014
No excuse.
There will be a blog today, tomorrow and Monday at the very least.
My time passed and my leg was getting more manageable. By Sunday I'd removed the accursed immobilizer. Hobbling badly but able to get down the front stairs. I did a test run.
Uncomfortably I'd made it to my car. My leg did not have full mobility to bend. Basically with one hand on the door and the other on the handle they give you on the inner roof. I issued my leg into the car. It was perfect.
While not able to be mobile enough to walk and such, it was in the perfect angle to drive. Getting in and out were the tough parts. I gave it 1 more day. Monday I went for small rides. Feeling better to be under my own control once again. Feeling slightly free.
The part that sucked was hobbling. It is actually very tiring and trying. Takes forever to get anywhere at all.
For those playing along at home all you have to do is just keep one knee bent so that only the ball of you foot hits the floor.
I knew to be careful about eating, since I wasn't getting as much exercise diet was crucial. I did not want to gain more weight for lack of movement.
I prepared lunch for work the next day. I don't remember if I was cooking or not. But I had to return to work. Plus my manager would be off from Wednesday on. Oh joy Oh rapture.
My time passed and my leg was getting more manageable. By Sunday I'd removed the accursed immobilizer. Hobbling badly but able to get down the front stairs. I did a test run.
Uncomfortably I'd made it to my car. My leg did not have full mobility to bend. Basically with one hand on the door and the other on the handle they give you on the inner roof. I issued my leg into the car. It was perfect.
While not able to be mobile enough to walk and such, it was in the perfect angle to drive. Getting in and out were the tough parts. I gave it 1 more day. Monday I went for small rides. Feeling better to be under my own control once again. Feeling slightly free.
The part that sucked was hobbling. It is actually very tiring and trying. Takes forever to get anywhere at all.
For those playing along at home all you have to do is just keep one knee bent so that only the ball of you foot hits the floor.
I knew to be careful about eating, since I wasn't getting as much exercise diet was crucial. I did not want to gain more weight for lack of movement.
I prepared lunch for work the next day. I don't remember if I was cooking or not. But I had to return to work. Plus my manager would be off from Wednesday on. Oh joy Oh rapture.
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