At home I found flowers and balloons from Tom, and more flowers from Jill and the grands. I love flowers, but then you already knew that.
The hospital stay was fine - such wonderful nurses and aids, and what a beautiful ethnic rainbow. But I was beginning to feel very much trapped there.
I had some issues but I think we have overcome them now. The pain is manageable so far with just Tylenol, so I don't plan to use my bottle of oxycodone.
Recovery from spine surgery is a slow process. and I have to be very careful with movements right now, so I will take it easy.
I used my new toys this morning to get dressed: my grabber, my sock slider, my long handled shoe horn, my new slip on sneakers. It wasn't a fast process, but I was proud of my simple achievements. Tom is always on stand -by.
I remain a little groggy at times, so it's time to go find my recliner and park for a while. I'll be seeing you on our friendship net.
Thanks for all of your good thoughts.
Happy Birthday! 🎈
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday and being at home is another reason to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday and you are looking wonderful for just having surgery. So glad you are back home under Tom's watchful eye. Heal quickly Linda and enjoy the new you.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday and Welcome Home sweet lady! I'm glad you are home as we are usually more comfortable there and I know Tom is taking great care of you. You look great in the picture! Rest and relax, these days will be behind you before you know it. Sending you all my best healing thoughts!
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful to see you are already home, and looking good to boot! Love the description of your getting dressed. By yourself at that. Happy birthday and many more to come, Linda. :-)
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that you are home and on the mend.
ReplyDeleteLinda, I feel so ashamed because I did not know you were going in for surgery. You look beautiful in the picture! Well, I'm glad the surgery is over and you are back home. Happy Birthday! You have such a kind loving family, I'm sure you are in good hands, if you should need help. Get well soon!
ReplyDeleteI can see some relief on your face that says it's good to be home. All the best for rapid recovery.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear that you're doing well. Your new toys sound like wonderful aids that will help you be independent. Happy Birthday! Rest and get better.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe you're on your feet walking even if you have a walking stick. You're doing amazing! I hope you mend quickly. It's great that you have Tom beside you on the adventure ( if one could call it that)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!! Let everyone spoil you for a while.
Oh Linda, so glad the surgery went fine and you are back home. That is the best feeling.
ReplyDeleteHAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY Coming home is the best present.
All the old bromides: Take it easy---be careful---let others do for you. I could go on but you know that part.
So glad you have Tom to be there for you.
Peace
MaryBeth
so happy to hear you are home and recovery-take your time, be careful and HAPPY BIRTHDAY
ReplyDeleteHappy belated birthday. So glad to hear you're back at home and doing well. Wishing you a speedy, healthy recovery.
ReplyDeleteYou will feel better and better each day. You have done good things to make way for recovery. Have Tom pat you on the back for that!
ReplyDeleteWonderful news! Wishing you a speedy and successful recovery.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you are mending so well and that there are no complications. Take care. Aloha from Hawaii.
ReplyDeleteA belated happy birthday. Welcome home and back on the blog. You look great!... It is always best to be at home to recuperate. Do take care.
ReplyDeleteI wish you a speedy recovery
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday! So glad you got to come home! I have been sending good thoughts your way. Be kind to your recovering body! :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are doing so well. These are challenging times for medical procedures. How fortunate you are to be able to recover while enjoying your beautiful garden.
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