I am recovering

This is a photo of a lovely flower arrangement a dear friend sent me a few weeks back as I began my recovery period. It consisted of white roses, hydrangia, white orchid, lilies and greenery.

Since my bedroom is upstairs my husband placed them just outside my room to brighten the days.

Another friend brought her special meatloaf and son and daughter in law brought yummy chicken casseroles. Such a welcome help and comfort.

I am doing really well with the physical therapy. My cute little 26 year old therapist says I am doing better with my exercises and mobility than many of her patients who are years younger.

Yesterday she had me outside for the first time walking up the neighborhood street. Then inside for a session on our recumbent bike.

My husband came in last week with an IPHONE for me and I have been having fun playing around with it.

I am considering ordering a Kindle reader tomorrow since I will be in for a few weeks more.

I am thankful my healing is going along swiftly.

My best to all of you.

PS click on photo for larger image.

Episode One of" General Hospital"

Here is what happened during my total knee replacement surgery . I had this procedure 2 weeks ago and I am making good progress with therapy and medications.

My husband, bless his heart, has been doing double duty as care taker, chief cook and bottle washer and dog walker.


During the surgery something happened that resulted in a 7 inch cut on my LOWER CALF. totally unrelated to the knee procedure. The doctors' explanation went something like this. His Physicans Assistant dropped the knife which resulted in the wound, and about 25 stitches (staples) in my lower leg.

The doctor and his assistant continue to apologise for this mishap. The lower leg incision continued to drain profusely after I got home from the hospital. Arrangements were made for a nurse from Visiting Nurse to come out daily to change the dressing.
OK Those are the gory details. (if you want to go throw up, now is a good time)

This surgeon has one of the best reputations in Atlanta. Plus he does hundreds TKR a year.

"Why me Lord"

Now the good news

The drainage has just about stopped. I am making real progress with the physical therapy.I am using a walker to get around just fine. Our bedroom is upstairs so the therapist has taught me how to conquer the stairs a few times a day. With this I use a cane. The pain is well controlled with medication.

The therapist says I am making remarkable progress with my mobility.

Yesterday was a fine Mother's Day.My out of town daughter called and sent a sweet card.

My in town children brought the grandchildren over. Son and his wife brought a lovely orchid and three chicken and wild rice casseroles. My in town daughter and her family came over with a dozen beautiful yellow roses. It was such fun to see those grandchildren also.

So, all in all, I am doing well.

Had it not been for the "accident" I would be ready for a turn on "Dancing With The Stars" :)


I will keep you informed on my progress.

Thanks for your care and concern.

(If I had to go through this ordeal I should at least have had "George Clooney in the role of my doctor.")

Was voted "Sexiest Man Alive" by People Magazine. [1997] ;)

TKR

HI blog friends.

I came through the total knee replacement fine. I am 10 days out from the operation and my knee is responding well.

There was a complication during the procedure that has left me exhausted, which I will write more about later.

I am going to be OK but this is a difficult time.

I will write more later with a complete explanation.

Thanks for your thoughts and prayers.