THR MEPil on the recovery side

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife you are in my prayers, yes going through both pre and post surgery is a stressful part of our journey and it's longer than we'd like for it to be for sure. Hang in there, all we "Hippies" are rooting for you.

 

[FCBayern]

@Lakegirl62 make sure you spend some time in the knee area of the site before you have your knee done. I hate to tell you but the hip recovery is a breeze compared to a knee. Still well worth it to no longer have chronic pain but you definitely want to be prepared for a tougher recovery.

 

[VSlowLife]

Thank you, @MEPil ! Today is a tough one for me.

 

[MEPil]

@Lakegirl62 I already have both my knees replaced, my right knee in September, 2018, 13 months before I just went through my right hip.
The knees are indeed a big challenge. Hope all is well for you.

 

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife so sorry to hear that, it can be so hard to go through all the pain and discomfort. Take it easy and rest all you can.

 

[Layla]

I already have both my knees replaced, my right knee in September, 2018, 13 months before I just went through my right hip.

You're a Bionic Babe! I'll bet that's what hubby calls you.
Wishing you a great week as you continue on the journey!

 

[MEPil]

@Layla, wonder if I'll be as strong and flexible as the "real Bionic Woman"? Wow, that would be awesome for all of us if we could reach that level.

 

[VSlowLife]

wonder if I'll be as strong and flexible as the "real Bionic Woman"

The “real bionic woman“ is only two years younger than you! You may be in better shape than she with your three replacements.

 

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife wow, hadn't thought of that, wonder if she needs to join us?

 

[VSlowLife]

She is into very holistic medicine these days and speaks about it. Very distant from the bionic concept. Jane Fonda, however is a at least a triple replacement like yourself! She could be your new mascot.

 

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife so many of the "Hollywood" crowd are getting new parts right along with the rest of us.

 

[VSlowLife]

Yes, so you know it can have a good outcome if Jane Fonda can continue acting, etc. I hope you are seeing some improvements from week to week. You are about 2 1/2 months about now?

 

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife yes, the 29th will be 3 month date. I do see improvement but still soreness in thigh area, numbness is better too. Still working on the limp, but it's better too. It's definitely a journey.
How are you doing?

 

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife Jane Fonda is 82 years old. Lindsay Wagner is 70 years old.

 

[Layla]

Jane Fonda, however is a at least a triple replacement like yourself! She could be your new mascot.

I think, Jane Fonda's had everything overhauled.
With lots of help, she's looking good at 82!

Still working on the limp, but it's better too.

Heel-toe, heel-toe, heel-toe, heel-toe, heel-toe, heel-toe, heel-toe.
Wish I could put it to music and be the earworm in your head today.
I don't know about you, but I feel it takes a conscious effort to change the way we walk. At least I found it to be true. Keep on keeping on, MEPil. You're getting there.

Happy Monday!

 

[Layla]

The new 80...if you have lots of money, lol.
Breast cancer, skin cancers, two new hips, a new knee, who knows what else and she's still ticking and looking good I might add, whether or not you like her, or care.

 

[MEPil]

@VSlowLife hopefully the walking strength and balance will continue to get better as general body strength improves.

 

[MEPil]

@Layla didn't know she had fought that many physical issues and seems to have overcome them. I've never followed her through the years.

 

[Layla]

I never followed her either. Not really a fan. I just read it. I knew she looked good and experienced one hip replacement, but all the rest was news to me.
@MEPil

 

[VSlowLife]

I think, Jane Fonda's had everything overhauled.

Oh my Layla! That was today's great chuckle. Thank you!