Six Days Later

Well, it's been six days since surgery and I'm doing great.

Mom took me to the doctor for post-op on Tuesday. He thinks I'm doing extremely well. He changed the bandage, so mom and I both got to see my toes for the first time. I have two incisions on each little toe - nine stitches total on each toe. He gave permission to get off the couch, but told me to only do the things I absolutely have to. So far this week, I've had to clean the house, do the laundry, plant some flowers, sweep the deck . . . :) Well!!!! It makes me feel better to accomplish something.

Tonight was a big night - my first bath since June 8th! The toes still look good

Next Tuesday I'll get some or all of the stitches removed. Hopefully I'll be able to drive again.

During this time I've read two books and started a third. I've checked my school e-mail daily and luckily (so far), there hasn't been any urgent messages.

Tonight I will be sleeping in my bed for the first time since the surgery. It has been very important not to knock the toes and to keep my feet above heart. This just seemed much easier to control on the couch. But tonight since the bath and new bandage, I feel liberated.

Thanks to all who have sent me cards and well wishes!