I just got back from the doctor. It's funny...I really like going to the doctor about my leg. He always says something that makes me feel good. I feel motivated. It has been 9 weeks and 4 days since my surgery. I was suppose to have to go 12 weeks before doing anything. He is letting me start physical therapy for ROM and strength. He is also letting me put some weight down. I can't tell you how good that feels!!
We discussed a few other things, too. One being the removal of the plate and screws. I have been curious about how that would work. They usually don't do that unless the hardware is really bothering the patient. It would mean 4 more weeks on crutches. They wouldn't do that for at least 6 months. I'll just have to see how it goes.
Another thing we discussed was the probable cause of the injury. That is important because if I don't know why it happened, it could happen again. At any rate, he thinks it happened because of my previous ACL tear. The fracture lines seem to originate from the screw canal. That is good to know, since I was thinking that I had low bone density or the beginning stages of osteoporosis.
Now begins PT. I'll keep ya posted!
" Everyone who got where he is had to begin where he was."
~Robert Louis Stevenson
Monday, January 21, 2008
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Movies
As I have mentioned in previous blog posts, one of the things I have been able to do while having a broken leg, is go to the movies. I have already mentioned having gone to see P.S. I Love You and Charlie Wilson's War. I saw those movies a couple of weeks ago and really enjoyed them!
Last night, I went to see Mad Money with a few of my friends. We got to the movie theater early for a couple reasons. One...we couldn't remember what time it started. I was either 9:25 or 9:40 so we got there early for the 9:25 movie. Turns out, the movie time was actually 9:50! (Hehe). The other reason we were trying to get to the movie early was to get a good parking spot and seat. You would be surprised...or maybe you wouldn't...at the number of people who park in handicap parking that have absolutely nothing wrong with them...physically. That rant is for another day!
The cast Of Mad Money included Queen Latifah, Dianne Keaton, Katie Holmes, Ted Danson, etc. The movie was not bad and seeing all that money in the movie made we want it! It wasn't too long, thus my back and were able to survive the whole thing. The movie was not bad and most importantly, we had a GREAT time!
Last night, I went to see Mad Money with a few of my friends. We got to the movie theater early for a couple reasons. One...we couldn't remember what time it started. I was either 9:25 or 9:40 so we got there early for the 9:25 movie. Turns out, the movie time was actually 9:50! (Hehe). The other reason we were trying to get to the movie early was to get a good parking spot and seat. You would be surprised...or maybe you wouldn't...at the number of people who park in handicap parking that have absolutely nothing wrong with them...physically. That rant is for another day!
The cast Of Mad Money included Queen Latifah, Dianne Keaton, Katie Holmes, Ted Danson, etc. The movie was not bad and seeing all that money in the movie made we want it! It wasn't too long, thus my back and were able to survive the whole thing. The movie was not bad and most importantly, we had a GREAT time!
A good film is when the price of the dinner, the theatre admission and the babysitter were worth it.Alfred Hitchcock
Saturday, January 19, 2008
9 Weeks Down
Well, with 9 weeks down, I have some mixed feelings.
On a positive note, I am terribly antsy and ready to get out and do other things. So far, I have been able to go out to dinner with my friends (yummy!), go see a couple of movies , hang out with friends, and go to work. I also made quite a long caching trip, grabbing 21 caches in 7 or 8 different counties.
On a negative note, I worry that my bones won't be healed within the initial 12 week time frame. I'm also worried that when I have my MRI, they will detect some ligament damage. I have an appointment with my doctor on Monday, so I should find something out next week.
Once again, and I can't say this enough, thanks to my family and friends for their prayers and support. I am so glad to have you in my life!
Let's see if I can come up with a really good quote.
On a positive note, I am terribly antsy and ready to get out and do other things. So far, I have been able to go out to dinner with my friends (yummy!), go see a couple of movies , hang out with friends, and go to work. I also made quite a long caching trip, grabbing 21 caches in 7 or 8 different counties.
On a negative note, I worry that my bones won't be healed within the initial 12 week time frame. I'm also worried that when I have my MRI, they will detect some ligament damage. I have an appointment with my doctor on Monday, so I should find something out next week.
Once again, and I can't say this enough, thanks to my family and friends for their prayers and support. I am so glad to have you in my life!
Let's see if I can come up with a really good quote.
“Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it.” ~Tori Amos
Friday, January 11, 2008
8 Weeks Down
It has been exactly 8 weeks since my surgery! Hopefully , that means that I have only 4 more weeks to go. With each day that goes by, I can feel my leg getting stronger and stronger. I have been able to take in a couple of movies (P.S. I Love You and Charlie Wilson's War), go over to my friends' houses and play Wii (which I love), and go back to work full time! The good thing about low points in life is that they are usually followed by high points. This is where I am right now. I can even laugh at my situation now. I still miss my family and my out-of-town friends, however, I talk to most of them daily. I hope everyone is enjoying the new year!
My philosophical quote of the day (he he he):
My philosophical quote of the day (he he he):
And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. ~Abraham Lincoln
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
Happy New Year!!
As I sit watching the bowl games and searching the internet, I'm noticing the tone of everything seems all very positive. Times Square showed over a million people getting along to watch the "ball drop." All of the text and voice messages on my phone today were wonderfully positive. The members in the forums that I visit are all sending positive messages. The negative folks in this world seem to be fairly quiet so far. That is nice. It makes me wonder, though, what makes these negative people so mean. I looked this up and found this quote by Martha Beck.
Oh, and by the way, I would like to wish everybody a very happy, healthy, and prosperous new year.
Why are people mean? Here's the short answer: They're hurt. Here's the long answer: They're really hurt. At some point, somebody—their parents, their lovers, Lady Luck—did them dirty. They were crushed. And they're still afraid the pain will never stop, or that it will happen again.So, when I see these people reappearing this year, whether is is on the forums, in blogs, at school, on the street, etc, I will remember the above quote and instead of getting mad at them, I will feel bad for them and wish them the happiness they are obviously missing. In the meantime, I will continue to watch football, talk to my friends and family, go see a movie, hit some wheelchair accessible caches, read a good book, go out to eat, play on the computer, and do all of the other things that make me happy.
Oh, and by the way, I would like to wish everybody a very happy, healthy, and prosperous new year.
Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man. ~Benjamin Franklin
Thursday, December 20, 2007
The True Meaning of Christmas
It has now been over 5 weeks since I broke my leg and had surgery. I have to admit, it has been a long and frustrating time, however, I have seen so much kindness, not only from my friends, but also from total strangers. People have gone out of their way to open doors, ask me if I needed anything, send cards, visit, bring food, etc. These things really make me feel good about holiday season. This seems to me to be what Christmas is all about. People caring about each other and showing it. It seems like a great way to honor the birth of Jesus.
This Christmas will be different for me. This will be the first Christmas that I will not spend with my family. My family, as most of you know, is very important to me. I have thought a lot about them. Instead of worrying about the shopping, I have spent my time thinking long and hard about the things that matter most to me... my faith, family, and friends. My family has seen some tough times, however, my sisters and I have very strong parents and they have taught us to be strong. Some of my friends have lost parents this past year and this will be their first Christmas without them. My friends will be strong, too, but it will be tough for them. Our faith will help all of us through the difficult times.
As I reflect over the past year I realize I have wasted a lot of time worrying about things that, in the grand scheme of things, really were not important...at all. My New Year's resolution for 2008 will be to focus on the things that truly matter. I wish everyone a very MERRY AND BLESSED CHRISTMAS.
This Christmas will be different for me. This will be the first Christmas that I will not spend with my family. My family, as most of you know, is very important to me. I have thought a lot about them. Instead of worrying about the shopping, I have spent my time thinking long and hard about the things that matter most to me... my faith, family, and friends. My family has seen some tough times, however, my sisters and I have very strong parents and they have taught us to be strong. Some of my friends have lost parents this past year and this will be their first Christmas without them. My friends will be strong, too, but it will be tough for them. Our faith will help all of us through the difficult times.
As I reflect over the past year I realize I have wasted a lot of time worrying about things that, in the grand scheme of things, really were not important...at all. My New Year's resolution for 2008 will be to focus on the things that truly matter. I wish everyone a very MERRY AND BLESSED CHRISTMAS.
I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.
Charles Dickens
Friday, December 14, 2007
Holiday Bash 2007
Location: Chateau Shinault (Team Sprout Int'l Headquarters)
I have to say, I was initially excited about this Christmas party as we discussed it at Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger after the Flash Event. My excitement level waned after I broke my leg. I didn't think I would be able to make it. I mentally prepared for it for a week leading up to the big day. In addition to wanting to get out of the house for basically the first time in 3 weeks, I wanted to see all my GOWT and Delta Geo friends. Did I mention yet that
Sprout and his wife throw one heck of a party? Food and fun for days! As 7:00 approached, I became very anxious and had very mixed feelings. Once I got to Sprout's house, the anxiety disappeared. The first person I saw was Steve and he had on a knee brace and used a cane to help him walk. Pcsenn & Wifey greeted me next. Wifey never left my side. She has to be an angel disguised as a cacher! Seriously, everyone was so nice in making sure I was comfortable and received plenty of food and drink. After much socializing, story telling, and food eating, the Dirty Santa event commenced. The gifts that everyone brought were so cool! We all especially liked the twist tinksdad threw in on his gift. His gift was the first one picked, so it worked out really well. GI Jane used her usual tactics that we are sure she "learned during her Army days," but unfortunately the gift was to good to pass up.
I have to say, I was initially excited about this Christmas party as we discussed it at Cheeseburger, Cheeseburger after the Flash Event. My excitement level waned after I broke my leg. I didn't think I would be able to make it. I mentally prepared for it for a week leading up to the big day. In addition to wanting to get out of the house for basically the first time in 3 weeks, I wanted to see all my GOWT and Delta Geo friends. Did I mention yet that
Sprout and his wife throw one heck of a party? Food and fun for days! As 7:00 approached, I became very anxious and had very mixed feelings. Once I got to Sprout's house, the anxiety disappeared. The first person I saw was Steve and he had on a knee brace and used a cane to help him walk. Pcsenn & Wifey greeted me next. Wifey never left my side. She has to be an angel disguised as a cacher! Seriously, everyone was so nice in making sure I was comfortable and received plenty of food and drink. After much socializing, story telling, and food eating, the Dirty Santa event commenced. The gifts that everyone brought were so cool! We all especially liked the twist tinksdad threw in on his gift. His gift was the first one picked, so it worked out really well. GI Jane used her usual tactics that we are sure she "learned during her Army days," but unfortunately the gift was to good to pass up. 
It was great seeing Steve and family. We even started discussing a super road trip to visit him. I finally got the opportunity to meet Itsmebigd and, of course, chatting with FamilyInFilm is always a pleasure. Bevofan has got to be the most giving cacher, as she gave her gift to another cacher that liked it.I can't wait for Hoot to hide his gift. Will it be wheelchair accessible? I doubt it! I know Paula was thrilled with her Dirty Santa gift! Bitbrain brought his now famous TB...thanks for not making me put that thing on my head!
Several other cachers, however, received the honor of getting to wear it. It was great getting to visit with Bruce, Tiger130, Gaylemae & Savvysteve! Who ended up with the pink ammo can? BTW, thanks, cgeek, for the ride and protecting the leg.
The food was great and the company was even better. A big BRAVO goes out to Team Sprout on another fabulous party!
The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other. ~Burton Hillis
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