Surgery

Yesterday I had surgery on my right foot.

Never thought I would be blogging about it.

My blog has been sitting for days since I returned from the road trip to Montana.

In those prior days I was getting ready for the big day at the hospital.

Made soup, yogurt, zucchini bread, cleaned house, extensive yard work, etc.
I was working thru some anxiety over this surgery, it is a long healing process.
Months possibly.

Been suffering with this Bunion for the past year.

Why I thought it would get better on its own is beyond me.

"gee thanks mom"

Hereditary they are...

Tight pointy shoes, heels, dancers and arthritis.

I couldn't walk much without pain and burning.

One day I went hiking with my husband and the downhill nearly did me in.

It was keeping me from my daily life.
No swimming either!

Choosing not to wait ten years and then realize I am too old was not an option.

I have photos of my poor bandaged swollen foot.
But not posting them.

My days are laying down for 20 hours a day, with ice for the swelling.

I can't walk on it due to the pain, so I use crutches.

Routinely I take pain medication.

Very disappointed that I can't bear weight on this foot.

I hate the down time, not being independent is huge for me.
Can't drive, or do anything for awhile.
NO WINE!

My husband is taking care of me.

He has been really great bringing me food, water, and my computer toys.
He does the dishes, errands, and waits on me.
Some people have to hire help for recuperation.
I guess it is time for him to pamper me.