Just wanted to let you know that everything continues to go as planned. I was able to ride around West County mall on Sunday afternoon in a motorized scooter, so that was a nice outing and change of pace. I am back to work and see about 100-125 fifth graders everyday at the Village. I have about fifty kids each day ask me if I broke my foot. We have four visit days this week and next, so pray for stamina! I sit for the majority of the day, but it is still tiring for me (7:30-5:30 is a long day all of a sudden).
Everyone is getting a kick out of the red cast with holiday bow tied around it. One parent told me today, "I've seen a lot of things, but NEVER this!"
I am having a small issue with swelling, because my foot is down so much during the day. The foot really should be above my heart for small amounts of time during the day, but this is not possible at the moment. Therefore, the foot/toe area swells and eventually it swells above the knee with purple coloring. Swelling is normal, but it makes for a tight and uncomfortable cast. Thankfully, the itchy feeling continues to be minimal.
I cannot wait until the cast comes off in 15 days .... the end is finally in sight. Continue to pray for reasonable expectations, that the foot will remain in the correct positon long term, and that pain will be a thing of the past once weight on the foot happens. I have the week off between Christmas and New Years and will use that week to practice walking & will hopefully be able to return home. Although it won't happen for some time, a new pair of shoes is calling my name somewhere!
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Jenny, You are amazing! I couldn't do what you do on my two feet! Be sure to take pictures of your holiday cast! Keep up the good work. You're (whole family) is in my prayers! Penny
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