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First Exercise Outside with cane & hubbies arm when needed, sometimes when just wanted his touch

Thursday, June 07, 2012

Today was the first day hubby and I went out for "exercise". We went to Yard Sales! In and out of the car and walking on all types of surfaces. It was a good way to get used to the cane since the knee replacements.

The feeling is different for sure but a workable. I'm not putting the cane down right because it feels better in the other hand but Dr. Jeff Mendleson said to use the hand opposite the last knee down which is my right hand. I suppose it's because I am left handed in most things but I do bowl, play ball and do other things right handed.

Well I will continue to follow Dr. J Mendlesons advice. He has been the best surgeon. After getting my hip and knees replaced and each one turning out so perfectly I know he knows his craft and his talent is one I will be grateful for each day for the rest of my life.
Anyway, we were out all afternoon and I did get tired but it was a good tired and one I'm sure my body will tell me about later (it always does hehehe!)

I'm shaky so some cool watermelon will be my treat for a good workout. Maybe not like most can do but its what I can do and that's what counts right now.

cheryl

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DETERMINEDJANET 6/7/2012 11:02PM

    Glad you were able to get out there today.

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DOODIE59 6/7/2012 10:30PM

    Sounds like you had a great day -- Yay! This is the start of something good:)
Deirdre

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MEH50BEWELL 6/7/2012 7:52PM

    Wow you sound like you are doing beautifully. You will back at it without the cane in no time.

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JUDITHWITHROW 6/7/2012 6:54PM

    Great job getting out there and moving! You should be very proud of yourself!

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IAM_HIS2 6/7/2012 5:29PM

    Remember to take it easy.

I had total hip replacement and walking outside I felt more secure when I had the cane. You are doing wonderful.



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SYCAMOREROSE1 6/7/2012 5:00PM

    Yes that is definitely what counts! I love your Spirit! God speed to you in your healing. Way to go!

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MOTTAMAMALOU 6/7/2012 4:09PM

    Good for you on your 1st day out. Don't you just love yard sales?

PS: I love your background picture.

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