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Posted by LadyBug on November 13, 2006, at 15:54:33
Some of you know that I had some two surgeries during the last 3 weeks. I was in the hospital for 13 days, forever it seemed. My T came to visit me in the hospital which I thought was very thoughtful of her. She brought me a card and a really cute magnet. They were changing my bandage when she came. She asked if she should leave the room, I said it was her choice. She stayed. Now that I'm home, she offered to come to my home to visit me. I let her, heck, I can't drive for 6 weeks and I have at least 3 1/2 weeks more to go. She came today! We sat at my kitchen table since it is easier for me to get up from those chairs. I got her a glass of ice water and I spilled some on the floor. She got a paper towel and wiped it up so I wouldn't fall. We had a nice visit and it felt ok to have her here. She took today off so I thought it was really nice of her to take the time to drive out. It's at least 30 min. each way. She stayed for about 45 min. I told her my daughter would be willing to dive me to see her next time we see each other. I told her to charge me for today, but she said, no, this is just a visit. I feel so lucky to have such a caring Therapist. It made my day!! I was having a meltdown this morning as everything I do is such an effort. It's all I can do to get in my shower and get out, dress, do my hair etc. I had both of my knees replaced. It's the most paiful thing I've ever gone through in my life. I'm glad I did it but the recovery has been painful and hard. I have a physical therapist coming to my home 3 days a week and a nurse is supposed to come 2 days a week.
I made my T a Thank You card on my computer. She appreciated it and didn't make it an issue like she would have normally. Thank goodness. I've been on some heavy pain meds and I left her some goofy messages. She has a good sence of humor thank goodness.
How may of you would like your T to visit you under these circumstances? I didn't even think twice about it. I was fine with it. I know her home is much better than mine, but mine is clean and un-cluttered, the way I like it. I felt good having her here even for a short time. It went fast and now I can't wait to see her again.
I'm reading on here everyday, but don't feel like I have the energy to reply, plus the drugs make me feel like I'm in the clouds. So my mind isn't thinking the way it does normally.
I'm glad I could share this with you guys. You understand. My younger daughter was furious at me for letting her come here. She hates my T. but no one was home. She's going out of town next week for Thanksgiving. So I will probably see her the week after that.
This is the hardest thing I've ever gone through. There's times when I just want my old life back. I want to feel normal, I want to just do normal things. I want to get off the pain meds and be able to think clearly.
Sorry to ramble, it's the meds. I talk a lot!
Take care everyone. You are the best babbler's ever.
LadyBug
Posted by TherapyGirl on November 13, 2006, at 16:00:47
In reply to My T came to my home today~, posted by LadyBug on November 13, 2006, at 15:54:33
Sorry the recovery has been so hard, Ladybug, but I'm glad to hear from you again. I've been wondering how you were.
I think it's nice that your T came to visit and am glad you felt good about it. My T has been to my house twice -- once to take me to the hospital and once to have lunch after I bought my townhouse. It was okay both times, although I was nervous about her seeing the house I bought. But it went well.
Posted by Lindenblüte on November 13, 2006, at 21:10:54
In reply to Re: My T came to my home today~ » LadyBug, posted by TherapyGirl on November 13, 2006, at 16:00:47
Hi Ladybug,
First of all, well wishes for your recovery. Keep up the hard work. It's a lot of pain, but you sound really strong and optimistic.I think I would want my T coming to my house under such circumstances. It provides a nice continuity, yet, also a special event to look forward to. It's a lot to go through, and it's always nice to have someone supportive to listen to you and help you think through things when your mind is thrown off by being on strange drugs, and not able to do your regular routine.
sorry, that's a really long sentence.
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anyways, just wanted to let you know, that you shouldn't feel bad for not writing back personally to all the things you might want to. It's no problem whatsoever. I think you're doing just great.
You hang in there, and do what's good for LadyBug. It's not hurting your daughter, and who cares what she thinks about this? So much of recovery from major surgery is a mental battle, and for you to have the supportive presence of your T-- well, it will make a difference, I'm sure.
keep your heart soft and gentle, and take good care,
-Li
Posted by annierose on November 13, 2006, at 22:10:54
In reply to My T came to my home today~, posted by LadyBug on November 13, 2006, at 15:54:33
I'm so glad that she came. How special! It's such a tough surgery and recovery, you need all the support one can muster. I know you have been with your therapist for many years. I'm glad she stepped outside her box and reached out to you.
Who cares who has the nicest house? It's not about that at all. At the end of the day, what is most important is how you live your life, what's in your heart. Some people with the nicest houses and fancy lives are the most miserable people (and visa versa).
I mentioned before that my next door neighbor had the same surgery (both knees) last spring. He is doing so much better. I remember at the time he has the hardest time sleeping at night. Are you able to sleep? rest?
Thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery.
It's good to have a goal too. I hope your daughter takes you to your appointment after the Thanksgiving holiday.
Posted by SatinDoll on November 14, 2006, at 18:02:47
In reply to Re: My T came to my home today~ » LadyBug, posted by annierose on November 13, 2006, at 22:10:54
((((ladybug))))) it sounds like you have 2 big ouchies! Yikes! I hope you are up and about soon.
Your T sounds so wonderful, but I must admit I am soooo jelous! ;-) I am with everyone else, do what is best for you regardless of what your daugher thinks.
Posted by muffled on November 15, 2006, at 13:59:22
In reply to My T came to my home today~, posted by LadyBug on November 13, 2006, at 15:54:33
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