Week two almost at an end

Okay, after tomorrow ends, it'll be two weeks on crutches.  Some things I can do with my crutches; carry coffee in a travel mug from the kitchen to the couch (balance on handle in middle of crutch, nest carefully), turn the lights and ceiling fan on and off from the couch, rub a paper towel on the floor to wipe a spill (without bending at the waist), gently push a pet out of the way (no need to bend, just nudge), shut a door without being next to it.  I also can pick up a piece of paper or small object with my toes with out bending at the waist - cool, God gave me nimble toes for a reason. Things I can't do; pick up the travel mug tht fell out of my hand, pick up the paper towel that I wiped up a spill with, walk forward when my beloved pet is blocking the way, open a door with ease, get out a new roll of tissue paper.

I have a new appreciation for the isolation that house bound folks must endure.  The tv and stereo, no matter  what is on, just don't provide the interaction that is needed.   Indy has been a blessing, walking with me when ever I get up from the couch.  I feel like he is watching to ensure I don't fall!  The kitten, Dexter, sleeps on my lap in the am and afternoon for about 20 minutes.  I think he is trying to tell me what to do as well.

I did ride to Plattsburgh with Cody yesterday afternoon to watch her try on the dress she ordered.  She said "Yes, to the dress", so that is off our to do list.  Cody will be a beautiful bride. I am exhausted today I think due to such an outing as simple as it was.  I guess what I find unbelievable is how fast we do tend to go...constantly running from here to there.  It takes having the brakes put on to realize how fast (too fast) we are constantly going and how much running around we do.

Speaking of that, I am contemplating going down cellar to get out some craft supplies.  I need to make a list, figure out how to get down the stairs. FIrst I need to go look at them. How many steps and figure out if it will be worth such a work out....then again,  would it be possible for me to sit and go down. I think I can get down on the floor but may need to crawl to the couch to get back up.  Hmmm I need to think for a bit.  If I do go downstairs, I can make a pile for Jake to bring up then I can at least keep my fingers busy while on the couch.