Today is my first day of freedom! I am almost operating at full capacity after a seven day ‘house arrest’ in which I was to remain immobile to help with the healing of a leg and hip injury. Though I still have several weeks of physical therapy, I’m back at work, able to soak up some sun and enjoy some freedom. Continue reading →

Yesterday was the third day of my house arrest and I hit a wall. It was an absolutely gorgeous day and I couldn’t get my mind off of being out and about in the park with the dogs. But I held myself back – knowing that if I didn’t take the time to get better now the potential for recovery would really decline.

So I moved my rest area to the sun room and spent some time reading, finishing up the ‘custom’ page of the website and working on some embroidery. David surprised me when he got home with a vanilla/vanilla cupcake from my all-time favorite bakery, Magnolia. It was a bit banged up from his bike ride but that made me appreciate his thoughtfulness even more.

Today shaped up to be much much better.

I’m feeling less pain which means things are slowly healing. My small group leader, Bernice, paid me a visit with some delicious Indian food in hand. Yum! My mom also swung by before heading home to finish packing. Her and my dad are flying out to Poland tonight. She came through weighed down with flowers and a bag full of healthy snacks and fruit. She’s the best.

I’m about to start-up some board games with David while sipping a homemade vanilla latte. It seems like the perfect wind down for a restful Saturday afternoon.

Yesterday was an easier day – I spent less time online and more of it reading, drawing and occupying my thoughts with ideas for future designs.

Today I will admit I am suffering a bit – but not because of the injury. It’s seventy degrees outside, sunny and a Friday! If it were any other week I’d be at work for a couple more hours, would head home and then take the dogs to the beach. Then, I’d take a leisurely bike ride with David to the nearest cupcake shop for treats and coffee. Sigh. Maybe he’ll surprise me with one later today.

Despite the beautifully tempting weather I am once again using my time well. I’m catching up on Etsy lab videos and learning tons! I’ve taken copious notes and will be sharing the nuggets of wisdom later this month. I’m also at the final phase of updating the website. The custom page is outlined and only needs filling – and the wholesale sheet needs an update. After that I’ll get back to some reading and maybe some embroidery work.

But at least I have two down and only five more to go!