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Rethinking the rehab; perhaps it doesn’t start today. Disappointingly the wheel hurts like hell; unsure how else to really say it. Rewind: I’m thankful for great caregivers and physicians, for great medical insurance coverage and for general health that’s a little better than average. That said….I caved and just started taking Rx~~ unsure if I … Read moreTaking a Rehab Pause

Presumably the fog around my head will lift by nightfall; although a caution that it may influence my words. Rehab has begun! Albeit slowly. The first few steps out to the car then into the house are all counted; in my book anyway. Clinic was a model of efficiency; in fact because I was a … Read moreAniMal Shelter, Drink and Care

Fewer than five hours now before I can begin recovery/rehab. Melting snow gives the hope of an early spring which means less icy sidewalks and roads which means I can hit the outdoors without risk of slips and falls.  By now the upcoming procedure (in about 2 hours) is starting to become an afterthought; merely … Read moreT-Minus 5 Hours

Denver’s nice in late winter; sunny skies lots of snow-caver and the promise of spring-break nearly at hand. We had some talk about a spring break ski-trip with friends in December; that was prior to my initial Dr’s visit the second week of January.  Briefly the idea of postponing entered my mind…then I started looking … Read morePre-Op Prep

Regular loaf bread is highly overrated. So many options of flat breads or tortillas are available that are so much better. Wrapping up some leftovers, creasing the ends and tossing it in the oven for a couple of minutes,  put in some fresh veggies, maybe an egg and some cheese…a little peanut butter and honey. … Read moreNothing Beats Homemade Tortillas