Tuesday, May 7, 2019

My left leg......

Happy to have the weekend gone. The weather was delightful, very warm and sunny. We entered a cool down to the 80s yesterday. In this early morning the chimes are singing loudly in the darkness. Caught a glimpse of the Dove kids  while the parent was off nest...
It is beginning too get a little crowded up there. They now have feathers so it will not be too long before they try them out. Never a sound from them unlike other baby birds.
I have been busy with beading...
Russian Leaves Earrings finished; dipped and dried. The beads have  a high shine and a green tinge to them. I also tried without success to learn another beaded earring. I plan to continue trying until I get it! Getting lots of encouragement from the Facebook beading group. I did practice to make a small beaded tube...
I just grabbed some beads to practice and it was easier than I thought. Today I will begin a "pod" style ornament. Positive thoughts that I will accomplish it.
Just trying tp keep sitting busy so that I will not do too much of anything. Yesterday was the RFA procedure on my back. My blood pressure was quite high so we had to wait a little to see if I relaxed enough.... I admit I was nervous. Thankfully Dr. Paul is a sweet man who continued to chat with me to occupy my mind. I will admit it was painful to get the initial injections for insertion of the larger needles, but all said it was not too bad. When he was finished, two nurses came in and I thought why do I need them both. That was soon revealed when I stood and my left leg turned to rubber. Totally numbness.  So, they took me to the recovery area ( a small room with soft recliners) to rest until I could walk. It was what seemed to be a very long 3 mile drive home. I was clear headed but my left leg seemed to be still at the office! Getting from the car/garage into the house was tricky and then right to the recliner to rest and let it wear off. Finally I could actually stand and feel my leg somewhat. The phone rang.... from across the courtyard. Robyn was checking to be sure I was doing okay.... then Dave appeared at the front door. Robyn sent
freshly baked and still warm Banana Bread for me to have for breakfast. Why wait?! Yum... and it certainly took my mind off the left leg issue. So here it is very early morning and I am walking almost perfectly, not quite fully a normal feeling in my leg/hip area. Today and tomorrow will be rest days to let the procedure take hold. No driving and not much of anything. It can take 3 weeks for the effect to take hold … or longer and can last from 6 months to a year or more. Keeping positive thoughts.

My Plumeria is leafing! I am excited that there are signs of successfully rooting this plant that Dianna and Bobby brought back from Hawaii for me. They have a few in their yard and now I will have one too. I know it is not  the best picture, but as I can not bend down yet to get a better look, this will have to do. My Garden Jungle is looking mighty good. Still needs some work, but in 18 days The Brother Alan and Lisa will be here and will take care of it . Yes, the count is now 18 days. I do not have too much on the TO Do List this time.
Thank you for the emails checking on me...and the encouragement. Thank you for the kind words and your friendship.
When friends care, all is well......

10 comments:

Vickie said...

Oh Gracie. I am confident my blood pressure went up with the description of this whole RFA ordeal. I am praying for you my dear. PLEASE rest!💜

Deb said...

So glad to hear you are on the road to recovery, hope all is well with you soon. Love those earring your made.

Vicki said...

Gracie, next time you need any type of procedure I will drive you!! I'm glad you made it home ok. Please rest and recuperate.

You have the best neighbors!!

Purple Pixie Dust said...

Like everyone else says REST and RELAX and stitch or make earrings. Love the dove babies and your Plumeria is doing great. big hugs

Pink Rose said...

Hi Gracie I hope your leg feels much better now,you were very brace.
Oh wow love your earrings they are so pretty and the banana bread looks so yummy,take care my friend xx

butterfly said...

Take care gracie .
Lovely earrings .
How sweet are those little ones.

Pittoresque said...

I'm glad to hear your leg finally decided to follow you home from the office after all! Take it easy and make sure you get plenty of rest.

diamondc said...

Gracie: I have to say I think everyone's blood pressure rises when going to the doctor especially if having a procedure I am thinking positive thoughts for your procedure to take hold sooner.
Love the earrings, so pretty.
The baby doves are so sweet.
I am looking forward to seeing the plant when it gets a little bigger.
Oh my gosh that banana bread looks so good, I would not have waited myself.

Catherine

Ele said...

Lovely finishes. Sending positive vibes your way for a speedy recovery

Jo who can't think of a clever nickname said...

The earrings are beautiful, I am glad that you enjoy making these.
I was really surprised you could drive after that procedure, it does not sound pleasant at all. Maybe take the chauffeur next time?