Have you ever been a "coach"? I bet you have and didn't even know it. It pays to prepare! As I mentioned my upcoming knee surgery various friends and relatives offered good advice that really helped.
Most of their tips helped me to plan ahead however, I looked around the house, saw all the things I would "need" in order to coop up downstairs during my surgery recuperation and I didn't use half of it!
All the food I prepared ahead will probably hold me until next year. Friends were so gracious bringing in meals, muffins and anything I might have needed at the store. One friend was even concerned my lights were not on after dark so called someone to check on me! Have you ever felt so blessed?
This has been quite an experience for me to graciously accept kindnesses from others. It is something to be home with the main purpose of just doing the exercizes, walking, icing and elevating my knee!
Of course, it was mandatory to have someone with me the first few days but my friend stayed longer than originally planned because I think she enjoyed herself so much. She kept me on track and regularly said, "I think you need to get up and walk now!!" That encouragement really helped.
I never thought it would be as good of a set up as inpatient but I have changed my mind. With PT, OT, an aide, and friends it has gone just fine. I think there are gifts that come out of going through a surgery. If someone called me to ask for tips or advice, I could now be a "coach" to them.
So, thank you to all those who called, visited, sent cards, offered rides and transported me, did errands or prayed for me. It all was like a warm blanket of love wrapped around me letting me know I wasn't alone.
I'm not kicking footballs yet nor fishing but I wasn't kicking balls before so that's a mute topic. Fishing won't be till May, so, will cross that bridge when I get to it!!
