My arm is far from recovery and I only really accepted that fact today at physical therapy. All I can say is, "ouch." I need to really focus more on moving my damn arm so I can get on with my life.
Some other things I've been procrastinating on is filing my tax return, cracking open my PM book, and registering for my classes at IVC. Okay Grace, time to refocus here...
Tomorrow I plan to
1. file my taxes
2. hit the gym
3. physical therapy
4. one chapter in my PM book
Will I succeed?
- 353 days to go
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
Marinating
Spending my quarter century birthday handicapped wasn't as horrible as I'd imagined. This weekend actually turned out to be quite healthy and fresh. It was also the first year in many years that I did not plan a birthday party and kind of went where the winds took me.
I spent a lovely afternoon with my boy's family at El Torito Grill where I enjoyed some California sun and the santa ana winds on the scenic balcony. Food was delicious and it had been a while since I've eaten so much, food coma kicked in. I later pampered myself getting a pedicure and dozing into a coma. Later I attended my friends' BBQ where I spent the rest of my birthday. It was great. Seeing things from a different perspective really has made me a happier person.
I have not forgotten about my goals though. 45 days after my injury, my arm is slowly healing as I try to push it just a little more each day, we'll see what the therapist has to say on Wednesday. I've received my textbooks for class that starts next week so I aim to throw myself into a library to do some quick reading through the introductory chapters.
I am excited for what lies ahead... all I need to do is implement and follow through my plans.
- 355 days to go
I spent a lovely afternoon with my boy's family at El Torito Grill where I enjoyed some California sun and the santa ana winds on the scenic balcony. Food was delicious and it had been a while since I've eaten so much, food coma kicked in. I later pampered myself getting a pedicure and dozing into a coma. Later I attended my friends' BBQ where I spent the rest of my birthday. It was great. Seeing things from a different perspective really has made me a happier person.
I have not forgotten about my goals though. 45 days after my injury, my arm is slowly healing as I try to push it just a little more each day, we'll see what the therapist has to say on Wednesday. I've received my textbooks for class that starts next week so I aim to throw myself into a library to do some quick reading through the introductory chapters.
I am excited for what lies ahead... all I need to do is implement and follow through my plans.
- 355 days to go
Friday, March 26, 2010
Soaking
Injury. Imagine a really bad bruise, now imagine it all over your left arm. That's what this feels like and technically there are green bruises around the fracture site. Any light pressure against it aches. Even just lying in bed. Physical therapy went well today. I learned a few exercises to get me back on the right path to recovery. My arm has also been shedding dead skin for two days, no matter how much I exfoliate, it keeps shedding. The doctor also recommends me not to drive still, but perhaps in another week, I can start driving myself short distances. After full recovery, I can begin training in kick boxing and get certified.
Friends. Those who truly care, have been there for me and that, I can appreciate. I will definitely take the time when I'm fully recovered to pay my appreciation. Thank you for supporting me through this.
Love. I realize you cannot choose the one you love, love chooses you. I hope the steps I am taking to strengthen my relationship will be a success. It will definitely be something I will cherish for a life time.
School. In another week and a half I will begin my first class. I hope to network with classmates who are either in the field or have interest in PM like myself.
- 358 days to go
Friends. Those who truly care, have been there for me and that, I can appreciate. I will definitely take the time when I'm fully recovered to pay my appreciation. Thank you for supporting me through this.
Love. I realize you cannot choose the one you love, love chooses you. I hope the steps I am taking to strengthen my relationship will be a success. It will definitely be something I will cherish for a life time.
School. In another week and a half I will begin my first class. I hope to network with classmates who are either in the field or have interest in PM like myself.
- 358 days to go
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Paddling
The past two days has been very productive. Not only was the doctor able to take off my sweat stenched splint, but I've also started purchasing books for class. I'm looking forward in receiving materials early so I can get a head start in reading.
I also start physical therapy tomorrow. Although the bone is not completely healed, the doctor strongly suggests I start moving my arm before it permanently freezes. The pain is indescribable, if not equivalent to the initial break. Just straightening my elbow is such a challenge.
I took my first fully submerged bath in five weeks. It was amazing. I also slept lying down for a full night. The arm was extraordinarily sore because every position it rested in felt bruised and ached. I'm still not recommended to drive for another three weeks.
Have I been making progress? I sure hope so.
- 360 days to go
I also start physical therapy tomorrow. Although the bone is not completely healed, the doctor strongly suggests I start moving my arm before it permanently freezes. The pain is indescribable, if not equivalent to the initial break. Just straightening my elbow is such a challenge.
I took my first fully submerged bath in five weeks. It was amazing. I also slept lying down for a full night. The arm was extraordinarily sore because every position it rested in felt bruised and ached. I'm still not recommended to drive for another three weeks.
Have I been making progress? I sure hope so.
- 360 days to go
Monday, March 22, 2010
In The Water
In the past three days I've spent with family, friends, and my love. I try to keep a positive attitude. When I catch myself thinking negatively I become quickly alert and repeat in my head "think positive, think positive, smile." Life is so much easier when you don't drill yourself into dark deep holes.
Project management introductory class begins 4.6.2010 in which I am registered. I must mentally plan to stay focused during each three hour session. Don't lose focus Grace...
For becoming certified as a kickboxing instructor, there is a group called Aerobics and Fitness Association of America http://www.afaa.com/ who have events called APEX. When my arm is stronger, that is when I will sign up to fulfill one of my goals.
For bike lessons Mt. Sac has classes given quite frequently. This will have to wait like kickboxing until my arm is stronger.
So there, I have my goals planned out, the challenge now is patience and balance. Taking baby steps to heal these fractures, one step at a time. Patience, to maintain calm, relaxed and healthy. Balance, to have a good amount of everything and don't over indulge in one thing.
I will have a doctor's visit tomorrow and I hope the x-rays will show some callus growth.
- 362 days to go
Project management introductory class begins 4.6.2010 in which I am registered. I must mentally plan to stay focused during each three hour session. Don't lose focus Grace...
For becoming certified as a kickboxing instructor, there is a group called Aerobics and Fitness Association of America http://www.afaa.com/ who have events called APEX. When my arm is stronger, that is when I will sign up to fulfill one of my goals.
For bike lessons Mt. Sac has classes given quite frequently. This will have to wait like kickboxing until my arm is stronger.
So there, I have my goals planned out, the challenge now is patience and balance. Taking baby steps to heal these fractures, one step at a time. Patience, to maintain calm, relaxed and healthy. Balance, to have a good amount of everything and don't over indulge in one thing.
I will have a doctor's visit tomorrow and I hope the x-rays will show some callus growth.
- 362 days to go
Friday, March 19, 2010
Capsizing
Its day 36 and I'm still in a splint for a fractured proximal humerus. During the past month, my entire life as I knew it was capsized and put to a stalemate. Not only did I fracture my bone, I fractured my relationship, my job, my friends and my family.
The love of my life and I are looking to grow strong as a couple. My love for him is indescribable, I really hope he can see that I truly love him.
I quit my job to open up room for new career opportunities. I'm moving home so I am not distracted from daily time killer activities, and instead use the time to improve myself and be productive. I start classes for project management 4.6.10 at UCI extension. I'm looking to complete it and get certified.
As a hobby, I'm also looking to get certified as a kick boxing instructor. Yes, I am a very active person and should make something of this natural talent and passion.
Aside from 7 years of snowboarding, another extreme sport I look forward to is getting my bike license this summer.
With my quarter century old crisis just next week, I've created this blog for the next 365 days to see if I can turn my boat around and sail in a better direction in life. In 365 days, I would like to get two certifications, bike license, experience in the PM, and hopefully hired and a working professional. By being a stronger individual, I hope my strength will rub off on others.
This is where my new life journey begins.
- 365 days
The love of my life and I are looking to grow strong as a couple. My love for him is indescribable, I really hope he can see that I truly love him.
I quit my job to open up room for new career opportunities. I'm moving home so I am not distracted from daily time killer activities, and instead use the time to improve myself and be productive. I start classes for project management 4.6.10 at UCI extension. I'm looking to complete it and get certified.
As a hobby, I'm also looking to get certified as a kick boxing instructor. Yes, I am a very active person and should make something of this natural talent and passion.
Aside from 7 years of snowboarding, another extreme sport I look forward to is getting my bike license this summer.
With my quarter century old crisis just next week, I've created this blog for the next 365 days to see if I can turn my boat around and sail in a better direction in life. In 365 days, I would like to get two certifications, bike license, experience in the PM, and hopefully hired and a working professional. By being a stronger individual, I hope my strength will rub off on others.
This is where my new life journey begins.
- 365 days
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