Yesterday I received a new hip and I feel good about the possibility of doing things I've been missing out on. Of course, I don't think I can complain about what I have done. Enduring the pain of recovery is worth being able to hike, fish, and teach without pain. I believe in being up and being active. It's healthy and it makes one feel alive. At the moment I feel a sharp pain on my side, but with time it will go away.
The therapist was proud of my effort and I even surprised myself. I've been shot up with antibiotics and given calcium tablets. My blood pressure is great and my sugar is under control. Without going in to more detail, it looks like it's going to be a long road to recovery. However, making this decision is one that I won't regret.
The chaplain came in today and we had a good chat. He was a very personable fella. I'm also blessed with the staff and doctors providing my health care. They smile and seem very positive. It would be miserable if they weren't.
I'm so happy to have family support. Irma, Bobby, and Rosie have been here when they should be doing other things. Brad, Iliana, Diego, Celvia, Yizza and the little "stinker" were here, but I don't remember them. Irma and Bobby had to tell me who came to visit.
I've read all to comments on Facebook and Google Plus. Your prayers and thoughts have been very inspirational and sometimes I don't feel worthy of the attention. Yeah! Watch out. For the meantime it's going to be a long distance relationship, but I guess it will be a reprieve from my corny jokes.
For now, thanks go out to all of my family and friends. You guys are awesome.
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