It was exactly one year ago today that I had my right hip labrum reconstructed. Ironic that I'm sitting here now two days post op left knee meniscus surgery. Geez, I hope I'm done with surgical procedures for awhile. Being done forever sounds even better! Regardless, I'm doing well today.
Unlike the right hip labral reconstruction, from which I'm still not fully recovered, I think I'll be fully recovered from my left knee surgery within a few weeks. The surgeon didn't repair the meniscus, which means it wasn't a nice clean tear, he just cleaned things up. While that's not ideal for the long term health of my knee, it's better from a quick recovery stand point.
I've had little discomfort since surgery, and I'm already walking around with very little limp and no crutches. I even used the snowblower to clear my driveway this morning. I see a physical therapist tomorrow morning to get started on the surgeon's rehab protocol. I hope to be back running by the end of February.
The quick recovery also means I will be able to resume working within a couple of weeks. I'll be officially finished with my duties in Rochester at the end of this week. I may be moving up to Duluth as soon as next weekend to begin my new job up there. While I'm anxious about the move; about leaving my home, friends, doctors, and community, I'm also ready to get to work. It's time to stop fretting and take some action, even though the action is scary.
I'm praying for serenity, courage, and resilience as I get ready to make this move. I have to remember to focus on what's next, to take the next right action. If I don't, if I see only the big picture, I'm afraid I'll get overwhelmed. I don't function well when I'm overwhelmed. Hopefully, taking one step at a time will protect me. Keeping my focus narrow, on each step rather than the whole move, is easier said than done. I'm writing it here as a reminder, sort of a pep talk, because I'm scared.
Change is scary, but I think (hope) finally putting things in motion will help me feel less fearful. Forward I go.