Another good week...

Alison and the boys went home Monday. Ginger and I missed them the second they drove away. The house was so “alive” while they were here. Trent was always into something, keeping himself (and us) entertained. Carter just lays there and takes it all in. Can’t wait until they visit again!

My week has been pretty good. I’m getting stronger, sleeping a little better and thinking more clearly. The one remaining problem is nerve pain in my legs. Apparently the positioning on the operating table traumatized the nerves. My doctor tells me this is normal but it may be months before it heals completely. My leg muscles are strong; it’s just surface pain that gets uncomfortable. My PCP was kind enough to prescribe a drug specifically for nerve pain. It seems to help some and will hopefully help me heal faster.

Last night I drove for the first time in six weeks. Felt good! Ginger and I went to dinner (another six week first) at Dos Mas, our favorite Mexican restaurant. We even shared a margarita. Those of you who know me well know I don’t usually share cocktails. I have to ease back into drinking…

Next week I hope to do some light jogging…and I do mean light! If jogging is too hard then I will walk. I just can’t sit around anymore plus I want to keep the weight off.

BIG EVENT NEXT WEEK… Brittany comes home for the summer!

Grandpa-Bob & Trent