It could have been a very, very tough couple of weeks and at times it definitely has been but I have had dear friends and family wrap their arms around me in love and I am forever grateful. I reinjured my back, hips, pelvis-whatever you want to call that region. I've been to chiropractors, physical therapists, surgeons-had acupuncture, traction, electrical stimulations, massage, long sessions of icing and many consultations. I am wearing a support belt again. Tomorrow I have three MRI's scheduled-one where iodine will be injected into my hip to get a better image. There is possible surgery looming. I've been diagnosed with a sprained pelvis and lower back, with a probable bulging disc and disc degeneration, with a pelvis that can't hold its position, with hips that aren't sitting correctly and with labral hip tears. And that's without the MRIs. After a week of lying down I can now sit and walk a little, a "slight" change in lifestyle since I had been prepping for my first triathalon that was supposed to be this weekend. My children and husband have felt the lack of ability in their mother/wife especially when I can't pick up my son or have my kids snuggle up or keep the house clean. Every single day though I have had phone calls, texts, letters. Friends stop by to visit or clean up my home. I've had meals brought in and friends take care of my kids. I've had family and friends come from out of state and country to help and visit. I have literally been encircled in the arms of love and when I have felt that I was slacking in fulfilling my Church calling in Young Women's I have been reminded by those I work with that the girls can still feel my love, that this is temporary and that it's okay to take some time to get better. The amazing thing is that I have had this love shown to me every SINGLE day of this injury. Friends from all walks of life. It has lifted my spirits, renewed my hope and helped me better understand love. Thank you! Blessed am I!
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Injured Again....but oh so loved
It could have been a very, very tough couple of weeks and at times it definitely has been but I have had dear friends and family wrap their arms around me in love and I am forever grateful. I reinjured my back, hips, pelvis-whatever you want to call that region. I've been to chiropractors, physical therapists, surgeons-had acupuncture, traction, electrical stimulations, massage, long sessions of icing and many consultations. I am wearing a support belt again. Tomorrow I have three MRI's scheduled-one where iodine will be injected into my hip to get a better image. There is possible surgery looming. I've been diagnosed with a sprained pelvis and lower back, with a probable bulging disc and disc degeneration, with a pelvis that can't hold its position, with hips that aren't sitting correctly and with labral hip tears. And that's without the MRIs. After a week of lying down I can now sit and walk a little, a "slight" change in lifestyle since I had been prepping for my first triathalon that was supposed to be this weekend. My children and husband have felt the lack of ability in their mother/wife especially when I can't pick up my son or have my kids snuggle up or keep the house clean. Every single day though I have had phone calls, texts, letters. Friends stop by to visit or clean up my home. I've had meals brought in and friends take care of my kids. I've had family and friends come from out of state and country to help and visit. I have literally been encircled in the arms of love and when I have felt that I was slacking in fulfilling my Church calling in Young Women's I have been reminded by those I work with that the girls can still feel my love, that this is temporary and that it's okay to take some time to get better. The amazing thing is that I have had this love shown to me every SINGLE day of this injury. Friends from all walks of life. It has lifted my spirits, renewed my hope and helped me better understand love. Thank you! Blessed am I!
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I wish I could do more for you babe! Your ability to keep going, to stay motivated and to not give up has been such and example to me throughout this ordeal. I love you!
I had no idea that things were so bad right now. Wish you were closer, and I would take care of you. I need to give you a call!! I sure miss you. Went to B & N last night for summer workbooks - thought of you!! I am sure you are handling things with such grace, because that is who you are!!
Oh my goodness...so sorry to hear you're going through this. Moms just shouldn't get sick or hurt. We have too much to do. :)
I'm glad you're well taken care of though. You'll be in our prayers!
We are so grateful for the tender mercies of the Lord in your life in helping you and your family get through this huge challenge! We admire your courage and faith and good cheer in the face of this pain and disruption of life! We love you guys and you are in our prayers all the time!
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