I broke my arm two days ago - April 27 and will have surgery today (29th). bad break, Horizontal break below ball at the shoulder and vertical break of ball - dominant hand of course. Getting metal plate and lots of screws. The neuropathy in my feet and hands from chemo makes items just fall from my hands and I stumble a lot. Kind of suspected this day might come after so many stumbles plus I walk 5 miles a day.
I did finish the batik quilt and as soon as I can get it photographed, I will post it. Hopefully with the metal plate holding the shifting bones in place, I will heal quickly.
I also want to thank Diane for sharing her really wonderful quilt. What a creative design. And isn't it wonderful that we can "meet" such nice people though our blogs.
I'll be back soon.
Sorry about your accident. But I realize that you are very brave and optimistic. I had fractures of the wrist and I know how hard it is. Take care of yourself, do not force your hand. I wish you good health.
ReplyDeletePS. Did you do a test for osteoporosis?
I found some useful links here, I follow them, they seem very good:
http://www.betterbones.com/bonehealth/bonebreakdowntests.aspx
http://saveourbones.com/articles/
Thanks Carmina. I did have a test and my bones are very sound. today (day 5 after surgery) I am off Oxycodone. The shoulder is a bit sore but the INTENSE pain of the boned bones has passed. I hate drugs.
DeleteI am so thankful for all my friends who surrounded ma and helped me.
Wishing you all the best for a great recovery...
ReplyDeleteHope your recovery is smooth and you can spend the recovery time as well as possible. My husband had shoulder surgery due to a fall when our kids were small. It was a frustrating time for him because he could not drive or move his arm for 7 weeks. All the things we take for granted become a challenge. Thinking of you.
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Oh goodness-be kind to yourself while you heal. Find good movies, books and visitors! Thinking of
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Oh, Beth, this is just horrible news. I'm thinking good thoughts to speed you on the road to recovery. Now is the time to investigate voice activated software for keeping in touch. :)
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oye! I do hope your healing comes along fast and strong. Bless you, Beth!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about your accident. I hope the surgery goes well and you're back to enjoying life quickly.
ReplyDeleteI know you will heal well and in the best time!
ReplyDeleteOh Beth, get well soon. A friend recently told me , "Clara, be good to yourself" and I say the same to you - Be good to yourself, Beth and take care. I hope you heal fast.
ReplyDeleteSending love and good wishes. I hope you have at least one "if I ever have to sit still for far too long" Project!
ReplyDeleteI'm also sending you lots of love and healing thoughts. Take care and recover quickly......keep us as up to date as you can. Here's a BIG VIRTUAL HUG....but not too hard....I don't want to hurt your arm.
ReplyDeleteI'm smiling. That hug was just right!!
DeleteWe wish you all the best for a speedy recovery and hope you're back to full strength as soon as you can be. Love Linda and Laura x
ReplyDeleteOh Beth, how are you managing? Can I bring you a meal or two, or come clean for you? I'd be happy to help you in any way possible. Sure do hope you heal fast so you can get back to creating all the beauty you conjure.
ReplyDeletegreat recovery!!!!
ReplyDeleteOuch. Sending you cyber hugs, hopefully everything heals quickly.
ReplyDeleteHei Beth, sorry to hear about your bad fall and what is happening now. I tryed to send you an e-mail. but I got it back, saying it could not be delivered. Hope you are feeling a little bit better by now. Good recovery and lots of greetings, Eke
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