Hello TE Sisters!

After a bit of a hiatus, I came back to visit and found such kind words from you all. It has continued to be a journey, and I cannot say it has be easy. On a good note, Brodie is still with me and not in any apparent pain. This time has been a gift to me in that. She remains a gentle healing spirit.
I am walking with only a limp, cane free, and only get cramping at night in my legs and lower back. My forearm bones are close to fusing but no pushups yet. I am hoping to return to work very soon.
The test has continued, though, as well.
A close friend of mine lost her battle with cancer 12-30-07. When we buried her, all 8 pallbearers were her female friends. Her funeral was one of the most emotional experiences I have had. She touched so many people's lives.
My partner of 3 years and I ended our relationship. We are planning the sale of our home, and I am deciding whether to stay in this area or move out west.
This has been a hard time, but I am learning to live in my own skin. It is amazing how much you learn about yourself in a hospital bed and lazy boy for a few months. I generally have about 1-2 hours a day with people and then the rest of the time alone. I was a person who could tolerate about 1-2 hours alone per day. My mind no longer races to "next." "Now" is enough. Sadness, pain, happiness, fear, security, or relief are all acceptable.
This gathering of women in TE has been more support than I could have ever dreamed. I have a humongous collection of cards from all of you and the care packages added a good 20 lbs on me. Who would have thought that a little thread I found on a google search for size 41.5 sidi dominators would be a major factor in my recovery from such a trauma? Thank you all for your ongoing energies, prayers, and love. I hope some day I can return even a portion of what you have given. Till next update... Dawn