Just wanted to tell you that all is well and there is not a lot new to report. We had several “snow days” this week, so I only had one day with students. Next week there are five student visit days, so I need to rest up this weekend!
Everything is great with my foot and skin issues. I continue to be amazed at how the skin issues have cleared up. I never, ever thought that the skin would be as good as it is now. I wish you could see the “before pics.” It is like a complete 360 degree turn around …. organic socks & tights did the trick! They have been worth every penny. I wore dress boots all day twice this week.
One thing has changed for sure . . . I used to measure how many minutes or hours I could go without having any pain. For the longest time, I measured this in 20-30 minute increments, which was exhausting. I still think about it, but now I measure it by how many days without pain . . . . at the moment I’ve lost track because it has easily been 30-40 days w/no pain. I am off all Rx medications, which is also a big improvement.
Still working out at the gym and trying to do a little more each time. I walked/biked 5.5 miles earlier this week. I am up to speed 3.5 on the treadmill and earlier in the fall, I could not keep up with speed 2. I think I can go a little higher, but as I get closer 4 it feels like I’ll be jogging. I’m doing some weight exercises as well to continue strengthening the calf muscles. I need to stop in and show my pt guy my foot – he will be happy. Next week will be six weeks with no medical appointments, yippee! I am still so grateful for the progress I’ve made . . . . thanks to many prayers & God’s faithfulness.
Hope you are staying warm & safe,
Jenny
2 comments:
Jenny, What wonderful news. Teddy and I joined Lifetime Fitness last week. I can no way do as good as you maybe someday I can walk almost 2 miles at 3.2 not bad for a old gal. Teddy is also enjoying it very much. He is in DC for the Pro Life march tomorrow what a great experience for him. He went with CBC. We are so glad to hear the good news that you have no pain and are as good as new. We all knew it would happen we just did not know when. So prayers are answered and miracles do happen. Last but not least you never gave up. Keep hanging in there thinking of you always thanks for the update. Love Teddy and Carolp
Jen: so glad to hear about the good news of a LOT days w/ no Rx, a LOT of days w/ no Dr's appointments, and a LOT of improvement on the derm front. That's HUGE! People think that food allergies / topical sensitivites / regional allergies w/ flare-ups GI-wise, skin-wise, ear-wise in animals is a crock. It is NOT. You are proof. Not that you're an animal or anything. I'm just saying: perfect example of how messed up allergies can make you, whether human, canine, or feline! :0) It is the PM of the going-to-get-a-lot-of-ice-and/or-snow ... Kids had early release. Clinic closed two hours early (that NEVER happens). So kind of a wierd night. Hugs & love you. L Jo
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