Here we are: the last week of 2019. I'll be honest, I won't be sorry to see it go. These last two months have been sad and hard and not anything like what I thought it would be. I hate not being my normal, cheerleader self, but I'm feeling lonely and isolated and that's when the negative thoughts ...
week #52: the last week of 2019
runfessions: running disappointment + a fresh start
Running disappointment is pretty much the theme of these last weeks of the year. I had huge goals and plans, and I fell woefully short, even if it wasn't my fault. We are entering a new decade, however, and it's time to air it all out. Let's join up with Marcia's Healthy Slice and talk it out on ...
2020 goals: taking on the new year
It's kind of hard to think about 2020 goals, especially from where I'm sitting with an ankle full of metal and a walking boot. However, 'tis the season, and I think having some clear-cut goals will be beneficial to me. Lose the Boot. First and foremost, I have to get out of this boot. My ...
week #51: winter break + the hint of a christmas comeback
Happy Winter Break! Ok. It's hard for me to say "happy anything" right now, considering my condition, but little man is off from school for the next few weeks and the holidays have truly begun. Granted, I haven't been able to participate in much, but things are looking up. Sunday - ...
five post-surgical side effects i didn’t see coming
I knew there would be post-surgical side effects. Atrophied muscles, soreness and decreased range of motion were all part of that list. I was ready for those things and the challenges they would bring. There were, however, some side effects for which I was entirely not prepared. Increased ...
10 days post-op: the road to recovery
Well, I guess it's safe to say I am on the road to recovery. We met with Dr. S. on Monday for my post-op appointment. I had no idea what to expect, and I confess I was terrified. We arrived a little early. Walking with crutches is doable but it takes just a bit longer to get around, especially ...
