Well I finally did it! I had my foot surgery last Friday. While I knew that I would be off of my feet and not able to move as freely as normal, I really didn't dwell on the "after" portion of surgery! I just wanted the pain to go away. I knew from my initial consult with the doctor that I wouldn't be able to put any weight on it for 4 weeks and couldn't drive for at least two, since it is my right foot. However, I didn't know that I would be in a partial cast at first and wouldn't be able to take any form of shower. Thank goodness I go to see my doctor today - I expect to feel and look much better once I can wash my hair!
I have adopted Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive!" as my theme song. I am learning how to navigate around my house on a walker, which has produced many sore muscles. As a kid, I never understood why my Granddad had to stop for a while when he was going down the hallway - well, I do now!
To be able to have this surgery, I had to clear my teaching schedule for over a month. My next classes are scheduled for March 19th & 20th. I hope that between now and then, I will be able to work on new stuff. I'll keep you posted!