BB, is your DH still doing gym work where he can? It's true that the endorphins help, and I've also read that any exercises done with the good side have a 30% (or something like that) to the broken side. Can anyone say one-legged squats?

When I had a broken shoulder that was my strategy. Frankly, it was kind of fun in an odd sort of way.

When I was sick with a mysterious illness that my naturopath has helped me through, which lasted about a year and a half, it was not nearly the fun adventure the injury had been.

In both cases, though, probably the thing that I craved the most was interaction with people. Friends, co-workers, the folks on the forum, but in person was best. If you can arrange for small get togethers, that may help his spirits. People are really healing!

Are there any inside games he can play with your new dog? When the weather is bad and we're lazy (and both able-bodied), DH and I will just throw the ball back and forth like pig-in-the-middle and the dog chases and gets it once in awhile. A bit of exercise for your dog, a bit of upper body movement for your DH, some bonding time for all involved.

And, yes, definitely some romance time. Very important! And even just touching time - massage, hugs, gentle touches that don't have to lead to anything.

If all else fails, a naturopath can find him just the right flower essences to improve him spirits and help him heal - and you might benefit from some too.

I know it's hard in your position, too. You're running the house now and trying to tend to his needs and still trying to keep your own health up. Make sure you take care of your needs so you can help him even better.

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~