Well, another month is upon us and the weather can't decide if it wants to be warm or cold. Sunday was short sleeve weather and today a coat was needed. Welcome another winter month in Houston!
I went to physical therapy yesterday and could sure feel it today. This tells me that I am moving forward but not as fast as I want to. I work out harder and harder every time I go. Some of these exercises sting muscles when I work out so I know I am going in the right direction. My pain seems to be getting better but my pelvic area still hurts every day. I still have problems lifting things that are heavy but this will work out well in the long run. Betty went to San Marcos on Sunday and Monday and brought have a truck bed full of stuff. Unloading it all was a work out but, with Tiff's help, it all went to the garage.
I broke down the pool on Saturday and Sunday. I moved it into the back yard in small pieces and will work on getting rid of it, too. Many of the poles are long and will be hard to get rid of, but with time, it will all be gone. It was not used much this past summer because of my accident and not used much the summer before. It was nice to have once in a while, but lately was not worth the effort put into keeping it right.
Work is going OK. Some days are better than others but as long as I am learning more about what needs to be done, the better it is. I had to carry a 2" valve today and had to struggle with it with every step. I used to be able to carry these much easier but this will come back over time. I deal with so many different people every day. Many people recognize my voice over the phone, but I still tell them who it is, just in case. It is a nice feeling to have so many people that depend on me to do my job right and many others that help me find the items I need. It is a great feeling to have this type of relationships with people. Many of the people I work with hate my job but I don't. Several others are just glad I am back to take care of certain responsibilities.
I am here and moving along with great thanks to God and the special way he treated me. I know I will still be working in the right direction for a while, but with His help and your support, all will work out for me.
I love you all so much. Stay in touch with me and talk to God when you need his help or support.
Mark
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Hi Mark,
Just wanted to be sure you know I still read your blog regularly -- great to hear you are doing so well.
Regarding your work, it made me wonder how I would do if I was off work for 6 months. It must be hard to return after so much time off, plus having to deal with the pain while you are recovering only adds to the stress. I know if I am away from work for just an extra day or so it is stressful trying to get back in the swing of things again. For me it just has to do with the computer and passwords and shortcuts, etc. Isn't it strange and interesting how our brains work? If we don't use the info for awhile it's as if our brain pushes it way to the back which makes it that much harder to retrieve. Notice I did not lay the blame on any of these memory problems as being because I am one of your "older cousins"! Really admire your ability to keep that positive outlook.
Love, Janet
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