#brokenhipdiary

#brokenhipdiary #longpost #pleaseread 8 months ago, I left the hospital, overwhelmed and confused. I was used to being independent and adventurous, now I would require physical assistance just to get dressed. The song "Heaven Help Me" by Ryan Adams became my theme song. Major, life changing surgery had certainly never been in my life plans, why was it in God's plan for me? I didn't and still don't know. What I do know is I was incredibly blessed to have a strong support system of family and friends, skilled medical assistance, and the gift of music to help soothe my ever fluctuating emotions. This side of Heaven I'll probably never understand why this injury was part of God's plan for my life. I guess when you pray for patience, you gotta be specific that you're not trying to be a patient 😅 Let's be honest, we can all say God is good when times are easy and prosperous, but it's when the chips are down that we find out how strong our faith really is. Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future". 8 months later, I am walking and driving and so grateful to God for healing 💜 https://www.instagram.com/p/CkPd-9oOweZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#brokenhipdiary life moves fast. 4 months post surgery, 5 weeks back to work. I'm walking on flat surfaces and doing minimal stairs without crutches. I can stand for chunks of time without pain. In the midst of another hectic summer in hospitality, I pause to remember that God has blessed me with healing. https://www.instagram.com/p/CfQJLcNuP32/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Limping back into my summer home. See y'all in October. #hospitalitylife #brokenhipdiary (at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd1sYUaLRKd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#brokenhipdiary Gratitude seems like a strange sentiment in light of what I've been going through, but it's there. Mixed with impatience and frustration at times? Definitely. Each step closer to "back to normal" brings equal parts joy and impatience for time to move faster and my body to heal quicker. Underneath it all, though is gratitude. I'm grateful for skilled, compassionate doctors, nurses, and physical therapists. I'm grateful for my amazing support network of family and friends. I'm grateful for time spent with my cat, and time spent relaxing in the sun. I'm grateful that my body *can* heal and *is* healing, little by little. Soon enough I'll be walking, driving and working again. God is good, and I am thankful for His provision even in this difficult time. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cdt20V3p_5C/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#brokenhipdiary two months post surgery: these last two months have been a huge exercise in patience and trusting God. Physical therapy has finally started, and I should be back to driving and working in a few weeks!! Hooray!! I've been able to catch up on lots of reading and think about my plans for the future, so there's definitely been some silver lining. Definitely grateful for hammock time in the sun. Keep those prayers and well wishes coming! (at Little River, South Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc8W6cerx3n/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#brokenhipdiary 3 weeks post hospital: another week has flown by already. Overall in a holding pattern for another few weeks. I got to take a real shower, the swelling and bruising is gradually decreasing. Spring has arrived in South Carolina so I get to hear birds chirping and watch the world come back to life. Still no weight bearing for a couple more weeks. Fishing season has begun, so anyone who wants to hang out with me on weekends will be welcome so Dave and Papa Wolf can go fishing 😛 Onwards and upwards with my best furry nurse #subaruthecat https://www.instagram.com/p/CbWFCXXrvto/?utm_medium=tumblr

#brokenhipdiary 2nd week post hospital: there's a lot going on in my body and in my head, and sometimes it feels overwhelming, but as discussed with my boo @torichamberlain today, I am trending in an upward/positive direction. Still no weight bearing until early April. "Praise You in This Storm" by Casting Crowns was the theme song of the week, along with reminders that God is faithful, and walks with us through all things. The "Footprints in the Sand" poem has long been a favorite of mine, and I am seeing it play out in my life. This certainly wasn't how I thought my life would be right now but I am trying to focus on the positives, including my great support system of family and close friends. My book friends will understand when I say that for every book I clear off my TBR, I download 3 more. Oops. Guess I'll increase my goodreads goal for the year. God is good, and this is but a season. https://www.instagram.com/p/CbEPopfuGus/?utm_medium=tumblr

Officially 1 week since I left the hospital. Trying to find the positives in each day. Improvements continue to be gradual. Special thanks to my husband who quickly pivoted to take over managing my care and managing all the household chores. #brokenhipdiary (at Little River, South Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CayOAH8rMzP/?utm_medium=tumblr