It’s been a week since I last wrote in “Shadow.” You can go back to November 11 to see I had a full knee replacement. I thought I would use my time today to bring you up to date.
The surgery went well. Least they tell me it did. I don’t remember a thing about it. That has got to be one of the greatest things about anesthesia. To go to sleep (I don’t even remember being wheeled out of the room) and to wake back up in the room like I traveled through time is a dream. I went home just an hour or so later. They did more than just the knee; he also straightened my bowed leg. To do that he had to move ligaments and tendons and told Tami “I would be sore, but in 6 months I will feel great!” I’ll take his word for it! 🙂
I did rehab exercises at home (over my body’s protest) every day and my first post-op rehab was Thursday. He said I was at 98% with my knee bent. My weakness was straightening the back part of my knee toward the table. A lot of that was the hamstrings were tight from cycling. So a lot of my rehab is working on that. I am doing that twice a day at home.
I find myself cat-napping during the day since I don’t sleep well at night. I’m up walking the house 3-4 times per night. Tami tells me she can hear the creaking of the walker. 🙂
The folks of the church have been phenomenal. We have had no lack of food, and I have been receiving texts every day from people wishing me well; that they are thinking of me and praying for me; and asking if there is anything they can do. I am getting a real chance to see the church family from another viewpoint…and it looks good!!
I have more rehab this morning and Wednesday morning with a surgery follow-up on Friday morning. I’ll keep you posted. My plan is to visit the office for a short period today to have a staff meeting. Meanwhile, please keep the prayers coming.
While being painfree and flexible and strong enough to walk without the walker may seem like a distant dream, it will come. You are putting in the hard work now and you will reap the benefits later. Probably not as quickly as you would like, but next week will be a bit easier and the next easier yet. Prayers coming your way!
Thanks for the encouraging words Pam. I know the future is much better. 🙂
So glad you are in your way in recovery. As you shared, it will be a journey, much like most things in life. Rarely, does positive change happen without some pain, without some enduring, without some moving around tendons in our lives. Uncomfortable in the moment, a bit of extra work, and time. So thankful you are on the mend and getting an opportunity to get out of the house… Even if just for a few hours for rehab and a meeting. Just remember to pace yourself!
Growth comes through pain Ryan. Of that I am sure. I have been reassured of the need for patience and slowly allowing my body to heal
So great to hear from you. I thank God all went well. I’m sure your recuperation is painful. May God keep giving you the persevering spirit to get you through this, Bill! And one day, you will be back up on your bike!
Thanks Diane. Your blessing is much needed and appreciated.
I’m so relieved to hear that you came through with flying colors, Bill! Yes, you have been and will continue to be in my prayers. Blessings always!
Your later statement means the world to me Martha. (the prayer one)
Sending prayers and hugs your way.
Those I can use Gail. Thanks
Cycle guy again soon!
Grace be with you
Thank you David
Slow and steady wins the race, friend. May you show yourself a whole lot of grace and space as you continue to mend. You’re modeling something healthy for your people, too. I’m so happy to hear that you’re being well cared for …
I have a lovely drill sergeant who making sure I am taking it slow and steady. 🙂 But I love her!! I am more than thrilled to see the church respond to me but I also know they try to do that for others.
Bernice and I continue to pray for a fast and full recovery Pastor Bill. Your comment that you have learned much about the church and it is good, is well received here. I’m sure you recall one of our conversations about a loving and caring church. Truth is we are in fact our brethren’s keepers. I have experienced a church where people seem to look the other way when someone is in need, I don’t see that at OVCF and that is why we call this our church. God made it clear in Genesis, ” the Lord asked Cain, “Where’s your brother Abel?”
“I don’t know,” he answered. “Am I my brother’s keeper”.
God’s punishment was fast.
You know? I could preach until I’m blue in the face that the church should be “like this.” But it is nice to be on receiving end of it and see your hopes and dreams for the church are seen as true
I wonder how Adam felt after God took his rib out? Good to know you survived that surgery. Sounds like it was more fun for the surgeon than it was for you. I remember when I went in to have my sleep apnea surgery.. they told me to strip naked and then wheeled me in to the op room. I have never been so cold in all my life. I’m definitely not looking forward to my next unrelated surgery… I guess everyone of us has their own stories.
Continued prayers for a swift recovery Bill!
I can’t say it was cold in the operating room because I was out when I went in and came alive in my room. Maybe the frostbite on my nose was a tell-tale sign? 🙂