Reflecting on my unfortunate accident, which occurred almost a year ago, when I slipped and fell on ice, and fractured a bone in my right arm. At the time when this happened, I thought that this is the worst thing that has ever happened to me. Not being able to drive, I was a shut-in from January to July. Other than doctor's appointments, physical therapy, and the occasional outing to get my hair done or to just get out of the house, I was at home the entire time. My family members couldn't always take me to appointments, so thank God for Uber. The worst part was sleeping sitting up because lying down was too painful. Having to lose the use of my right arm, you truly do not know how much you use both arms until you can't. Simple things became a major deal. I'm happy to say my arm has completely healed, however, I'm still having problems with my right hand and cannot bend my fingers to make a fist. My orthopedic doctor says that the stiffness in my hand may go away in time (or it may not).
I guess the important thing to remember is that I survived and that this was a period of self care. I had no choice but to listen to my body's demands to rest to restore healing.
Yes, I truly did hibernate last winter.
“You are being tested. And you know what they say my darling, being tested only makes you stronger.” –Downton Abbey
“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.” –Bob Marley
