Today, I am 11 weeks post-op. Also, I am officially done with my crutches today! I will continue to use at least one crutch for the next couple of weeks while on campus because I am not use to long distances yet. It feels so strange to step outside without having to use crutches. My hip is still sore and the muscles are weak, but I am able to get around pretty decently. I have a limp, not totally from pain, but from lack of muscle strength. It does feel nice to be transitioning to the next phase of recovery. I was able to take my puppy for a walk and it felt great!
School starts the day after tomorrow and ROTC activity has already started. I am still apprehensive in regards to continuing in the program, but I am going to see if this year will be different. I also have formally decided to take the LSAT this December and pursue a law degree with a concentration in health law. After dealing with hip dysplasia I want to make sure that world-leading health care stays in this country and no government will be able to tell us what can or can not be treated. It is not going to happen in my lifetime. I want to help reform health care, not nationalize it...
I have started thinking about having my left hip fixed next summer. I just want to have them both fixed and be done and over with it for awhile. I also want to have it fix before Obama screws up health care and getting my hip fixed won't be "necessary." I am terrified if national health care is passed I will have to live with the hip problem and won't have the ability to get ift fixed or have the excellent quality of health care.
I am praying for my dad. He has a job interview at Rolls Royce (aeronautics) company this Wednesday. I pray that this is where he is led and that it will be a great opportunity for my dad and mom. The job would be here in Indy! Keep praying!
You go girl!! Its a great achievement and a fantastic feeling to be able to ditch the crutches! Well done!
ReplyDeleteDon't be too disheartened if you need 1 or 2 for an odd day sometimes, especially if you are doing a lot. Good luck with schoo;, I am sure you will manage fine.
I will pray everything turns out alright for your Dad. Life has a funny way of working things out, and what seems to be a bad thing initially often works out for the best in the end. I will keep my fingers crossed this is the case for your family.
Take care
Kate x
Congrats on the milestone, Ashley! I am saying a little prayer for your dad. I am afraid for my left hip if health care changes, as well. I am proud of you for moving in that direction!!!
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