I am practicing as much as I can on my own, because it is a long weekend, meaning there are no physio/rehab appointment's. I can't just lay on my bed and magically get stronger, so I've taught myself a few things.... A few hours ago, I decided that I do not want to ring a bell every time I have to pee, because this weekend rehab is short staffed, and I waited 20 min (after ringing the bell) to get help to the bathroom... That almost became a disaster! my nurse got to me just as soon as she could. So I decided, that I don't wanna pee my pants, or stress out the busy nurses (they do SO much) Ok, so I taught myself how to do the whole bathroom thing on my own! I was actually proud of myself!!!
#imabigkidnow This is a huge part of independence and privacy. I'm feeling so accomplished omg! I'd say, hmmm maybe 50% of my time feeling sorry for, and hating myself and my situation. Things like this are slowly changing that number! Doesn't it look so strange?! I look at this vid and feel like I'm watching someone else.... I wonder if I will ever feel normal... Can I? I will let you guys know just as soon as I have a schedule, it will make being here feel much more necessary. I'm gonna conquer!!!! ... I'm also probably cry about something by the end of the day. It's a really hard and complicated thing to go through, but I literally have to go through it! K, that's all for now! Thanks for caring, and cheering me on, because it's like fuel!
#doublestump (what's left of each leg, is actually called a stump!)