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He's adorable! What a sweet companion!
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JennyLynne
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Had a quickie visit from my best friend. She drove in yesterday (Chicago to Detroit) and just left. It was basically a 2 meal (and some wine) visit.
It was so nice to go out for dinner, feel "normal" for a couple hours. I'm finally at the point where I can do that. We even went to breakfast too! Now I'm tethered to my ice machine for a while, but well worth it!
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It was so nice to go out for dinner, feel "normal" for a couple hours. I'm finally at the point where I can do that. We even went to breakfast too! Now I'm tethered to my ice machine for a while, but well worth it!
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Great that you had company and enjoyed it! Normal feels so good!
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It does feel good to get out in the world a bit. Best friends are awesome! My bff and I just got back from a road trip.
becticu
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What a cute picture! Glad you got to visit with your friend. Those unexpected visits like you had over the weekend can wear you out. I had that happen tonight where a friend a her husband dropped by. At least we could visit in the family room where I have a recliner and ice machine already hooked up. I just iced away!
I laughed about your earlier wine comments. I had none of course for the longest time after my first replacement and had a two week period after pain meds and before second surgery where I could enjoy a glass with dinner. Last Mon was our anniversary and my husband brought me a glass of wine with dinner. I told him I couldn't have it cause of my pain meds. He told me to drink it anyway, he would make sure I was breathing, lol. That's when I was still having issues with pain control. I think he was hoping it would chill me. Actually I think he could have benefited by a glass although he doesn't drink at all. Our spouses and caregivers all deserve metals after this. I have nothing but awe for those of you that did this on your own!!!
I laughed about your earlier wine comments. I had none of course for the longest time after my first replacement and had a two week period after pain meds and before second surgery where I could enjoy a glass with dinner. Last Mon was our anniversary and my husband brought me a glass of wine with dinner. I told him I couldn't have it cause of my pain meds. He told me to drink it anyway, he would make sure I was breathing, lol. That's when I was still having issues with pain control. I think he was hoping it would chill me. Actually I think he could have benefited by a glass although he doesn't drink at all. Our spouses and caregivers all deserve metals after this. I have nothing but awe for those of you that did this on your own!!!
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JennyLynne
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Just home from a pedicure... oh did it feel good! Have really enjoyed being able to do little things for myself (and by myself) this past week. Definitely a turning point in recovery!
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becticu
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I didn't know what a luxury a pedicure was till I couldn't just jump in the car and get one any time I wanted! If only my knee would bend enough to sit through one! Patience is not one of my virtues. I'm glad you enjoyed your pedicure.
Pheebs52
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Can we die from lack of pedicure? I'm beginning to think so. But, I just don't feel I could sit comfortably for long enough yet to indulge! I'll just enjoy a vicarious thrill hearing about yours, lol! Seriously, I'm really happy for you and your feet.
As we have said before...it's the little things!
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JennyLynne
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Had my weekly measurements at PT... up another 8 degrees in flex ion to 106! I'm so happy!!! My OS had said anything over 110 is icing with my history, but I feel pretty confident that I will surpass it. Even the extension improved from 10 to 4. I owe that to Walking more... my daily cul de sac laps are paying off.
I will say, after a fairly active weekend, my knee feels ok but my back and hips feel awful! After a couple years of a crooked leg and limping, I am not surprised. Plus I finished my Celebrex last week and I think that's playing a role in it. Maybe time to take some Advil. I think Tylenol is best for the knee, but it doesn't help the back or hips at all (for me at least).
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I will say, after a fairly active weekend, my knee feels ok but my back and hips feel awful! After a couple years of a crooked leg and limping, I am not surprised. Plus I finished my Celebrex last week and I think that's playing a role in it. Maybe time to take some Advil. I think Tylenol is best for the knee, but it doesn't help the back or hips at all (for me at least).
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zakmick
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Jen great results on the flexion!! My hips and lower back are so sore too, but yep limping for years has to take its toll [emoji853]. Were you on the Celebrex from surgery? I wasn't put on anything and had been wondering if I should ask the gp?
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