October 12th 2023 – Reflections

Oct 12th

So, this morning I had the opportunity to wake up extremely restful, and not in a ton of pain!

I do always still feel my ribs, and yesterday I did need a pain pill to help manage that for me. I haven’t taken a pain pill in quite some time, so it’s good to know that isn’t something that I need all the time! I will be extremely thankful when I can wake up and never just be in pain! Im grateful for the days like this morning when there is only a moderate amount of pain and I can focus on other things!

My legs are really active this morning! And I notice how significant the changes are in the “leg warmer” phenomenon, and the feelings in my upper legs! Also, the spasms and muscle tone I believe in my left leg are really going down!

I had a thought yesterday that although I’m getting the KAFO braces to help manage the tightness in my hips, and help me with weight bearing exercises, I’m extremely hopeful that I won’t have to use them very long! Which would be amazing cuz that would mean I’m one step closer to walking on my own!

The feelings of warmth and comfort in my legs is usually on the rise. I notice it most significantly when there is less and less TV static and pins and needles! So I’d like that process to continue!

I do know that mornings are a time I like to use for this reflection, and I would like to make sure I give myself that opportunity in the future! I do know that life gets busy and I will probably have to break this up into smaller chunks, which is totally okay!

it’s been a rather light week therapy-wise, but I’m excited to get back to it today! each day is an opportunity for me! And I am so grateful for that!