April 16, 2010

Good day everyone. I had my follow-up visit to the surgeon for my skin graft surgery last Tuesday. He was happy to see that the skin graft took and there was small open area which he felt would heal quickly. I am once again able to shower after taking the bandages off. I don't have to keep it elevated as much, but I notice if I have it down too long, it does bother me. Since we can change the dressings ourselves, the nurse is no longer needed.

After showering last night, Paul and I noticed that the open wound seemed to be a little bigger; maybe the graft pulled away slightly. I don't know if I did something, but I have been careful to not put weight on the foot even though I have to crutch it to the bathroom from the hallway door.

I actually made dinner this week from the wheelchair much to Paul's happiness. He hates deciding what to have for dinner everynight. What woman enjoys that job!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've been watching a lot of the Food Network shows for simple ideas of enhancing our boring dinners, but I seem to forget them or don't have the ingredients on hand. Eventually I'll do the food shopping again.

One good thing that has come from all of this, for the first time in years I have long nails. No fake ones this time, but I find it harder to type.

Thanks again to Donna from Presbyterian Church for our lunch together on Wednesday. The plant is beautiful and I really appreciate the company.

Peace and love,
Betsy