So a few days ago two things happened - my knee pain went away, and the temps went above freezing, and I walked around our block for the first time since surgery, on one crutch. Wow, sore back and ab muscles! I guess I ought to have been doing planks during these past 6 weeks (ugh!)

Today I took my first outdoor ride, a mile and a half. And sadly, I must admit, I didn't stop due to leg weakness, but rather feeling winded and cold. It was 50, with a wind chill of 45, so I guess I've turned into a wimp. Maybe tomorrow I'll make it 2 miles, and then a little more and a little more. Right around my house is a false flat, so I actually have to pedal, instead of the coasting I'm fond of :P

I've been using a cane all day today, and I think I feel like I'm done with the crutches.