With my 6 week rest in bed finally over I was desperate to get up and about yesterday, despite the hot and windy 40 degree day outside. I was off to visit Dr McDreamy and hopefully ditch the wheelchair forever.
Unfortunately, that was not the case. My bone graft has only adhered to one side of my pelvis which is due to the complication I had during surgery. It is vital that the left side adheres in order to stabilise my pelvis before the plate is removed in a couple of months. Otherwise I will be having another operation to fuse my spine and pelvis.
So, the short version…..back to bed until March 30th……uugghh!!!!
That is another 68 days on top of the 46 days already spent in bed. Up until now I have been counting the days in bed but this is proving very negative as I will be up to day 114 before I see Dr McDreamy again. So as a positive move I have added a countdown gadget to my blog so I can count the days down – doesn’t that sound more positive. Every day when I log onto my blog I can see that number getter smaller – that’s got to be a sanity saver right there!
While I am devastated to still be laid up in bed, there are positives if you choose to look for them. Dr McDreamy has reduced my restrictions…… wha hoo. Although I still have to spend most of my time in bed, I’m allowed to use crutches occasionally in the house as long as I don’t weight bare on my left leg. I’m allowed to stand in the kitchen to cook, but no housework – can’t see a negative there. Here’s the big one though…he has agreed to let me descend the front stairs so I can drive my kids to and from school each day. This is a huge one for me. My children go to different schools and neither of them are local. I really didn’t want to have to rely on others to pick up and drop off, so this is a positive. Another one is having the opportunity to occasionally leave the house. Now that I can use the crutches to go down the steps I can go on little outings in my wheelchair. I’ve not decided where I am going this weekend but I do know I am definitely leaving the house…LOL
The use of crutches opens up other opportunities too. Sitting in a wheelchair to paint just wasn’t as comfortable as standing or sitting at an easel. Now that I can sit in a chair I can get serious about painting again and using the sewing machine. It also means I can get out on the balcony for some fresh air and sunshine…all conducive to making a happy mummy.
Sometimes you just need a good laugh – and this photo tickles my funny bone. How cute is this little guy?
Hugs,
Kerryanne
Hey Kerryanne! Oh dear, oh dear, oh dear!!! How NOT fun to be told more bed rest. Hmmm … wait a minute… when we’re SUPPOSED to be up and about, we want to stay in bed, but when we’re told we HAVE to stay in bed, we want to be up!! What perverse creatures we are!!! So pleased you can still keep blogging and emailing, though and great that you’ve been given “conditional parole”! Tee! Hee! Hee! Your sense of humour and your warped … I mean CARING!! … friends will just have to keep you sane (relatively!!) til after March 31. Wait! Just realised you won’t be able to dance for my birthday! RATS!! Oh – LOVED that photo of poor patient puppy! The embarrassed look is priceless!! Looking forward to many more cyber giggles!! Bear Hugs! KRIS
Oh Man …That there is one heck of a long time to be laid up.
But even though you have this set back it does sound alittle more free-ing.
But above all I just Love and Admire you ALL THE MORE THROUGH THIS EXPERIENCE,You still find the light at the end of the tunnel and count your blessings for all you do have.
It is soooo Lovely and inspiring as Opposed to some who just whine and moan.
My GrandMother is just like you…She has many a burden to bear but she does it with a smile.
All the best and think of you often
Hallo Kerryanne,
in the morning…these photos!!!I think I will have a funny day. Your ideas are so wonderful.
Oh dear me, I am happy I found your blog.
Have a nice time,
Cornelia
OHhh dear, somehow though you knew that was going to be the case didn’t you?? Oh well at least you can drive!!!! My goodness that is a huge plus. Please please do not overdo it though we don’t want you to have more time in bed and we do want you to be up and around like normal as soon as possible.
Perhaps lay off the orange and poppy seed muffins though they are making you look a little puffy!!!
Kiss Noises Linda Lilly Cottage
you always say the nicest things about my kids! thanks a bunch. that linda is a scream! i had way too much fun with her and her delightful children and my girls just adored every second playing with her children and their 8 guinea pigs and half dozen chickens. now all we have to do is VINCE (lili speak for convince) daddy that we neeeeeeeed guinea pigs too. i am glad you have a bit more freedom but please be careful.%*_*% rosey
Hiya Kerryanne,
First off Congratulations on being able to get around, first walking & sitting & now driving.
You are one hell of a woman to be able to turn a negative into a positive! The countdown timer is a great idea, we will be here with you when you reach D day, then watch out, you’ll have so much energy that you could almost be dangerous!!!!!!!!!
Hug to you,
Sarah xxx
P.S: Have fun painting & creating again. I love that picture, we got a heap of these in an email, my girls thought they were hilarious.
Ohmygosh, you poor chickee!! I didn’t realize you’re STILL in bed. What a thing to have to go through. I’ll be praying that it heals properly and you can move around soon. But give it time or it won’t heal properly. I’d go nutsy staying in bed that long!!!
Smooches dear one,
Connie
I’m so sorry to hear that you will have to spend more time in bed but happy to hear you have a bit more freedom. I commend you on seeing the bright side. Someday this will all be a distant memory!
Karla
Crikey Kerryanne! That’s a long time to be laid up. At least he has let you do a few things at home and at least you can get out of bed to paint and be creative. Just think of this time as a good time to reflect on your art and create new ideas. I hopoe ferrying around the kids won’t be too much though? Take it easy, Kathryn.
I love that you have turned a negative into a positive.And if that naughty little negative tries to come back,just remember you have lot’s of blogging buddies to keep you giggling xx
Hi Kerryanne, Way to go – keep positive. Negativity gets you nowhere.
Love your attitude to the situation.
So glad that you can at least get around a bit more.
Alison
Oh Kerryanne, you poor thing! But yep, no housework is a bonus, a wee consolations prize so to speak! Frustrating though but at least a little more freedom:) Don’t overdo it! Take Care – Rachaelxo p.s. I am part of the One World-One Heart international blog giveaway so do come and visit! Rachaelxo
Hi Kerryanne,
Oh no not more bedrest, glad to hear that your are able to make small trips, I hope that the time goes quickly for you.
Cheers and best wishes.
Linda