Moral Support

Today was a BIG day for me...doctor's appointment to have staples removed. I can tell I was healing as I was "itchy", felt like a big old bear needing to back up to a tree for back rub. Very tempting to want to scratch...

Cooper was able to set my head straight, he gave me a very good "pep talk" as only a three and a half old week infant can.

He sent a text first thing this morning to say "Hello Grandma" and to blow me a little raspberry.
Mommy reminded him that I was having my staples removed this afternoon and he just wanted to remind me to be brave...that it may only hurt for a short time. He thought if I made a little fist it wouldn't be as uncomfortable.
In closing he gave me a little fist bump and said he was rooting for a good appointment. He's one smart little boy, as I did have a good appointment.

Got to sit in waiting room for about 45 minutes-which was extremely boring. Once in exam room my visit went rather quickly. Staples were removed, incision had healed nicely. I am no longer required to wrap myself in cling wrap to take a shower-area can now be exposed to water. Only need to wear compression hose on left leg, continue with therapy and return in 3 weeks for next appointment which will include an x-ray.

There will be one more appointment after that and that will be it. I will continue to use walker as I am most comfortable with it. I plan on taking my time with recovery and therapy, which translates to living room master suite...I'm not yet ready to maneuver the spiral staircase.