I have graduated from the walker to a cane. Watching a YouTube vid taught me how to use the bastón. It’s all about triangles, which is the most stable configuration. The weak leg and the cane move together with the cane on the opposite side. To climb stairs, remember, “good up, bad down”. Move the strong leg first when stepping up. Lead with the weak leg and the cane to step down.
Now you know all you need to and I hope you never need to.
Actually I hobbled up the stairs this week and drove myself into town. Free at last thank God I’m free at last. Of course it didn’t take much and by Saturday I was back on complete rest. Why quit when you can overdo it.
It’s lovely to be getting stronger. I’ve lost so much muscle in the last five months. At least the light at the end of the tunnel is a bit more than a flicker.
I have much to be grateful for. Hats off to my wife who has lovingly put up with me and become quite the home chef in the process. And thanks to you all who have been my cheerleaders. It has made all the difference.
DOS TORTAS
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the adventures of dos tortas 
All good news, Alex. Glad to hear you are literally up and around. I liked the quote you included at the end advocating that anyone with long term illness or impairment listen to their own body. We are individuals and it is different for each of us. Keep on with your progress! Marcia
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It’s amazing how days of “progress” can turn into days of rest. It sure isn’t linear.
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Inspiring, as always! Thank you!
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Glad you could ride along.
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Glad you are making progress! Things like what you’ve been through show us just how much we take for granted. I fractured my pelvis in a bicycle accident 20 years ago, and I still remember vividly going from wheelchair/walker to finally becoming fully ambulatory again. First with a limp, eventually without. It’s a process. Onward!
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Having faith in my body’s healing ability is paramount. Thanks for sharing your experience.
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Hi Alex,
I am so happy to hear of your progress, backslide or not, and I’m cheering you..! I felt a surge of really good energy when you said free at last – such a great feeling and such a wonderful experience after so much confinement (I recall that feeling) 😊
How are the tree of you otherwise? I am sending love – see you sometime this spring (depends on our appointment success in March for residency) – and of course, let us know what all we can bring down for any of you – much love, Lorrie
Lorrie Jones
Simple Serenity
simpleserenity.comhttp://simpleserenity.com/
253.312.3117
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We’re good. Lisa and A go to the gymnasium a bunch, I’ll get there. For me it’s PT.
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You will get there – and soon!!
Lorrie Jones
Simple Serenity
simpleserenity.comhttp://simpleserenity.com/
253.312.3117
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All baby steps in the right direction. Well done!
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Thanks. I’d prefer a tap dance.
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You got out! Under your own power! That is way wonderful.
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Thanks, it did feel good.
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