Week 8 - Docter Visit

The little saw that will be removing my cast. Yikes!
Almost done.. and no additional injuries. How they do it without
splicing your leg open is beyond me.

It gets even prettier from here. I will spare you the details.

X-Rays - Looking Good! Doesn't everyone have metal in their leg?

My new fashion accessory! Am I a ski bunny or a robot?

Physical therapy starts on 2/17 and ends on 3/19 (the day before my birthday).

Next - get a rental car ! Back to work ! Buy a new Car !

Just a Girl and her Walker

Many have asked how I get around and how is my leg "dressed". So, for those who need a "visual", here you go. As you can see, my walker is very plain.. nothing fancy. I basically "hop" on my good leg since I cannot put any pressure on my right leg. My leg has a splint that starts out straight, they wet it and it forms to my foot and goes up the back of my leg. They then put a mesh material over my foot and leg, and finish it up with ace bandages. As I mentioned before, I might get a partial cast on my next visit - which will definitely warrant more pictures.

A New Perspective

Having a broken leg is crazy. I've taken so many things for granted - going to the bathroom, taking a shower, fixing a sandwich, doing laundry, putting on my pants, etc. I have mastered going to the bathroom on my own with a walker, but that's about as far as it goes. I can also make my own eggo waffle using a toaster.

During the day I sit in a old recliner we moved out of my bedroom into the living room. Thank goodness I never sold it. We keep water, meds, face wipes, antibacterial soap, magazines, books, phone, PC, etc all near me. I am so blessed with family and friends. Everyone has been so amazing, bringing me food, doing my laundry, doing my dishes, taking out the trash, washing my hair, etc.

Stayed tuned... I will blog more once I get my pictures downloaded.