I've decided it's time to start my blog back up again after ignoring it for so long. Why did I neglect it? Nearly 5 weeks ago I was nearing the end of our really amazing family vacation. I talked everyone into going sledding one last time before we all headed home. Unfortunately, that trip would teach me a life lesson that I wasn't prepared for.
That day I got pretty severely injured. I sprained my back and got a few small fractures. I felt like there was a charlie horse in my back. I couldn't bear any weight for the first day and had a hard time walking for the next 2 weeks. Thanks to my wise husband, I was able to make it through the initial moments of pain, assessing my situation, and realizing I didn't have a more severe spinal injury. I felt blessed to have him by my side.
Over the next several weeks, I have been limited in my physical ability. I have gone through moments of severe depression, anger, regret, fear. I gained a new understanding of how precious life is. How short and fragile it can be. How in just a moment, everything can change. I was lucky enough to not have everything change permanently. Not everyone is.
Being stuck at home, stuck in bed, gives you a lot of time to think. Even though my rehabilitation is just beginning, and there is still much I need to do to regain full function, I have been able to start and see the blessings of breaking my back.
I am excited to restart my photography, my cycling, my studies, my hobbies, my passions. I feel blessed to have learned humility, patience, and to have re-found a determination to stay healthy and strong. I 'm excited for a new year!
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