I am happy to report this morning that I’m feeling much better and stronger. Most of my pain has subsided and all three of my doctors have pronounced my surgery a success. My general health is good and my lab tests show only a few ongoing problems that are just part of this package of genes I’ve been issued. I need a little more PT for my shoulder injury. I was advised to continue with my current diet, but add a little more protein. I need to look for ways to lower my cholesterol. But essentially, I have been declared “recovered”.
It’s interesting to consider what a tremendous role perspective plays in our daily life. Last week when I was in pain and sick and weak and tired, it was difficult to imagine that I would ever feel good again. Now that my body is becoming stronger and more stable, my mind is reacting more hopefully. Yes, there will undoubtedly be more problems to solve in the future. I’m getting older and I heal at a much slower pace than I did in my youth. But once again, God has been blessed me with a successful transition from patient to person.
As a patient, I wanted to stay in my recliner and sleep.
As a person, I want to go outside and enjoy the birds and flowers.
Five minutes after I returned from the doctor this morning, I was out in the yard.
It feels good to be me again.
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