invsblwmn in hospital!

[mimitabby]

no walking for 2 months! awful! keep working. See if you can get a weight to lift with your "good" arm.

keep in touch! keep coming back here to talk to us.

[sundial]

It's encouraging to hear you are making progress in your recovery. I know you must get frustrated at times, but your body has to heal at it's own pace and with rest and lots of support, you will be getting around soon. And besides, you can soak in all the pampering from your friends and loved ones.

[Wahine]

Insvblwmn, I'm a PT and although I can't say I know how you feel, I can say I've seen people go through similar situations (the toughest job I had was working on a rehab ward with people who had spinal cord injuries). My heart goes out to you. It's a really tough scenario. I'm sending out all kinds of great healing vibes for you. You'll get better, you'll walk, you'll ride your bike if you want to.

In the meantime remember that when someone has a serious injury like this you go through the same stages of grieving as if you've been diagnosed with terminal illness or have lost a loved one.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kübler-Ross_model

So be patient, accept the crying when it comes and try to see this as a time when you're going to learn more about yourself than you can imagine. Once the recovering is done, you will be a stronger person.

[Tuckervill]

Take all the time you need. We'll be here when you get back, and we won't forget you.

You can do it!
Karen

[Jo-n-NY]

I am so sorry. I just saw this thread. Take time to heal and then one step at a time.

Many of us have had cycling accidents. I knew I would right away I wanted to get back on. The only difference in my riding is, I ride more cautious and seem to be more aware of my surroundings. Not that I was never cautious before, but maybe just more alert and loving it. As Silver said, riding is the best therapy.

Please take care and take one day at a time.

~ JoAnn

[Tri Girl]

I've been following, but haven't posted. Don't know the right words to say. Only that I'm thinking of you, and sending you speedy recovery vibes. Can't imagine the pain, anguish, frustration and helplessness you must be feeling.
I'm just glad that you'll eventually be physically ok- the emotional part may take a lot longer.

Hope you feel a little better with each passing day.

[bmccasland]

Dawn - Sending good vibes from the Big Easy. Here's to more good days than bad days

Is there a mailing address for you, so we can flood your mail box with fan mail? Or do you prefer the electronic form?