August 3rd - just an average day

I start each blog with the date.  At occupational therapy they randomly ask questions, like, "what is the date today?", in order to pass with flying colors, I need to keep myself prepared!

The therapist at OT, Bina, is the sweetest young girl.  She speaks with a smile.  It is because of this, that when she first tells me I have something called drop wrist - where the radial nerve is damaged and it could take months to get it right, the impact of her words do not fully hit me.  Only about an hour later I start to get stressed, thinking in extremes- what happens if the nerve never recovers, do I have to start getting used to being a lefty, how will manage with one hand with the kids,etc etc etc?  

I have a good workout at physio, although there is no chemestry between Marina, the physio and I...maybe I will request a change.

Just as I am feeling sorry for myself, Mira, a fellow wheeler, starts chatting.  She gives me a pep talk. She is  a sweet lady that loves it when Eden and Kylee come visit.  She showers them with cookies and juice, reads them stories.  They love this holiday place where Ima is staying.

Speak with Maya, she tells me not to listen to what they say about how long it will take to heal. Time to put into practice all the reading I have done over the years. Affirmations. Positive thinking. You make your destiny.

She is so right. I am now feeling stronger. I will not be defeated. I will heal in record time!

Did I mention that tonight I am getting all the drugs - a sleeping pill and strong pain killer.  Need to have a good night in order to be fighting fit tomorrow.

Sitting at the computer next to me is a young arab guy.  He is looking after his brother who was in a serious accident a few months ago.  I wont go into details about his medical condition, but gee am I lucky to be here with a broken leg and arm!!

Mark is very stressed tonight. The support and kindness of my office is an amazing example for bosses and workplaces to learn from.

MMMMM the smell of buttered popcorn. Every night a bunch of wheelers make popcorn and play tile rummy.

JK, as promised, you do make me laugh!

Mom, lets hope that soon you will be sleeping on your right side. BTW mom, did I tell you that I use the snoopy pjs you bought me as a cushion for my hand and wrist?

OK, going to read a bit and get an early night.