The other day I was talking to my mom about my blog. She pointed out that was missing from my post, "Operation Part Deux: Screws In." I never included photos of my x-rays with several different views of the plate and six screws in my foot. I have posted the photos on my other social… Continue reading My hardware
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These Boots Are Made For Walking
Cue the Hallelujah chorus, I got the okay to walk, in my walking boot. Like a butterfly leaving its cocoon, I emerged from my burrito blanket a little cold and definitely afraid. Being laid up for two months really puts things into perspective. It's made me really eager and anxious to fully heal so that… Continue reading These Boots Are Made For Walking
Operation Part Deux: Screws In
About eight months after my first surgery I noticed my foot wasn't feeling better. However, according to my favorite free doctor, WebMD, the healing process takes up to a year. So I let it go. I didn't think anything of it when my foot would swell up and turn purple; I figured it was… Continue reading Operation Part Deux: Screws In
Operation
Perspiration began rolling down my temple as I gnawed at my lip with full concentration. Just one more I told myself. I knew I only had one chance. With shaky hands, I moved closer to the edge. Before I could steadily lower the tweezers, I bumped the side. Game over. If this wasn't an overdramatized… Continue reading Operation
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