Bill and Juanita, owners of Allenspark Lodge B&B, are living their dream...

running a successful business and riding as often as possible.



Friday, October 21, 2011

I'm Back - Sort Of

OK, I'm right-handed, usually - unless I've done something dumb and the left hand has to work!  I am typing this two handed- but only for short periods of time.  10 days post-surgery; docs really surprised at how fast I am healing; stitches gone, arm sort of back to normal size.  For anyone not too squeemish, GD will probably post X-rays soon.  To my dismay, I will probably not ride for 2-3 more weeks.  THIS time I will take the doc seriously. You see, he could only place a few of the pieces back and then hold them in place by screwing in a few more - for a total of 7; said he couldn't get the last two to fit anywhere.  The round part that actually makes the elbow socket is what took the hit of a fully extended kick-and got smashed.  Only 4 are actually being held in place with the plate and screws, so I have to give the bone time to mend to itself.  I have a weight limit on my right arm of one paper only; not even my tea cup!  Ouch!  If I bumped a tree limb or grabbed a rein while riding, it could mean major problems....so, I am really, really,  r e a l l y trying to be good.  Beel and kids have been life savers.  Thanks to everyone who has so graciously commented with well wishes.  My elbow says its tired.
Juanita

10 comments:

  1. So glad to see you up and moving around Juanita! We sure have missed you and been thinking of you non-stop over here. Glad to hear you are going to be careful too.

    Keep healing up fast and take care not to beat Beel up with the bad arm! ;)
    xoxoxoxo

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  2. Glad to hear you're on the mend! Great you've got an amazing husband and great family support -- take care.
    -- Paris Puzzlers

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  3. So good to see you back even for a few minutes. Sounds like you're being a good patient, I bet it is hard. I believe you'll be good as new, though.

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  4. Glad to hear from you! Listening to the doctor sounds like it might be a good idea, just this once lol!

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  5. Just thinking about your injury makes my tummy do flip flops. I am glad that your healing quickly, but do take it easy. Let the time do it's job. Thanks for posting an update, I'm sure it was difficult.

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  6. not even going to say anything snarky :o) So glad you are doing so well..

    just remember if you take a swing at Beel,, use the other hand...LOL

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  7. I've been away from checking Posts for awhile and was happy to see you back online. Typing w/two hands so soon - very impressive and I bet to some degree good therapy. :)

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  8. So glad you are healing fast. Although, I'm not surprised, afterall, you are the bionic woman. You are amazing!

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  9. I knew you'd be healing quick - except if you didn't stay off it!

    Your family rocks - glad they were able to chip in and get to see how hard you work :)

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  10. One paper? One Paper? Oh my. That's hard core. Came by to catch up, hope by now you're feeling better.

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