It seems that it can be a bit of a struggle coming up with things to say to injured runner friends. I have never been one to police what people's words, but this past week, I received some truly mind-boggling comments from otherwise well-meaning folk. Providing a list of things NOT to say wasn't in ...
5 things to say to injured runner friends
week 8 (20): 12 weeks post op
Here we are, 12 weeks post op. Almost six weeks of getting the big thumbs-up from the surgeon and starting to bear weight. To be honest, it feels like forever. Even longer when you add in the weeks between the fall and the surgery date. I point this out because I need the reminder that I have ...
{recovery} doubt comes in
I know that recovery doubt seems a little dark after yesterday's post, but here we are. My plan was to share "The Plan," complete with full excitement and enthusiasm. I accomplished that, but there is an emotional setback that popped up this week and left me reeling. There will be some whining ...
a look inside my comeback plan
My "Comeback Plan" has been rattling around in my head since the day I broke my leg. I think it's only natural to want to focus on getting back to the normal, even while in the midst of a trauma. After my last appointment, the surgeon cleared me for things like weight-bearing, swimming, ...
week 7 (20): coping with the vacation hangover
Ugh, the vacation hangover. That awful feeling when you return to the real world from vacation and nothing is ever quite the same. I grappled with this condition all week, and only the current three-day weekend seems to be helping. Sunday - Animal Kingdom With the conference over, we ...
things i’m loving on valentine’s day
Happy Valentine's Day! So this isn't my favorite of the days, but I am all about embracing themes and enjoying it! I wore pink and red to physical therapy this morning, and the PTs got a kick out of my festive enthusiasm. In honor of the holiday, here's are the things I'm loving this Valentine's ...
