Hi everyone!  I guess a lot has happened in the last couple of weeks.  I am currently 6.5 weeks post op.  I’ve had 4 PT sessions and am weight bearing as tolerated.  The surgeon wants me to wear shoes in “controlled environments” and practice my walk using crutches if necessary.  I am supposed to use the boot when I leave the house though.  I guess the order of things surprised me (shoes before boot w/o crutches) .  I think when I see the surgeon on Monday I’ll ditch the crutches???

I really miss teaching and hope I’ll be cleared for work soon.  That has been the hardest part, being alone during the day for the past 8 weeks.  Way too much time to think.  Even when I had a good day I’d cycle through to some  negative thinking.  But it is getting much better and I know i’ll hit some good milestones over the next month.  I’m heading to Sedona, AZ with my family.  Although I can’t do the hiking and biking I originally planned I am grateful I will be able to walk, swim, and socialize.

I hope everyone else is doing well and making good progress.