Recovery continues. There was a slight blip last night that had us concerned, but I spoke with a nurse this morning and it is a common thing and nothing to be alarmed about. Thank you for all the support, encouragement, and well-wishes in your comments, e-mails, texts, and cards. It means a lot. I am neither foolish enough to believe there aren’t those who struggle with and through far worse, nor ungrateful enough to not realize I am lucky to have the care and support I need when I need it.
I order to reverse the effects of 6 months of inactivity and over-indulgence, we said good-bye to carbs yesterday. No more pastas, potatoes, breads, or sweets. Its all meats, seafood, veggies, and whole fat dairy from now on, so we placed a grocery order and stocked the house with all the acceptable foods! To kick things off, I made boneless pork steaks, onions, and mushrooms in a beef stock, Tamari, garlic, and ginger broth in the crockpot for dinner tonight. (More for Jeffrey than me, at this point, but I can sample a little.) It tis my first time making a meal since my surgery, and it feels good to be able to return to at least one of my domestic roles again. A well fed husband is a happy husband, or so they say.
I took a deep nap today and had that awful dream where I was trying to wake up but couldn’t move or make a sound. I hate when that happens and, for a several minutes after waking, I was shaken and upset. It was, otherwise, a good nap, and once my agitation had subsided, I felt quite refreshed.
I have started catching up on reading and commenting on everyone’s blogs, but I am woefully 2 weeks behind, so forgive my late and slow-to-come comments.
I have really been enjoying “Bridgerton” on Netflix. We are finishing up with Season 2 tonight.
We have planned our first “post-surgery recovery celebration” weekend trip to New Hope PA in mid-July, a place we’ve yet to visit, and look forward to exploring. (Any dining or must-see suggestions , Mistress?) We will be seeing “Kinky Boots” (again) at the Bucks County Playhouse while we’re there.
As promised, here are both memes that tickled my fancy…
…and a couple Harvey pics…
…and last but not least, it’s still pride month so…
Stay safe, all!
Idle Eyes and a Dormy 
I am glad to read that you are continuing on the road to recovery. Great pride photos!!
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Good to know the neighbourhood is safe! Harvey’s on the job!
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No carbs? What about all the puddings?
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No pudding for me for the duration 😦
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Is giving up carbs part of your recovery or just something you ae doing?
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Not part of my surgery recovery. It’s for weight loss/control.
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I’d be terrified if I came to your door and found Harvey standing guard… on his ottoman. (Does that make him the current Ottoman ruler?) So glad you’re doing well, and cooking. And, yes, that’s always how I felt about that lemon adage. Can I unwrap my Pride gift now?
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I can’t believe I missed such an obvious reference. I’m in-sultan-ed. You can unwrap anything you’d like, sir!
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Love the dinosaur pic!! LOL. That’s pretty much my attitude.
I’ve had that paralyzing dream before. It does shake you up.
I need to give up carbs for awhile too! Really need to.
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We used to eat low-carb pretty regularly for years. We’re just returning to good old habits.
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Small but might defender of the castle – I wouldn’t challenge him
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Better not. His Barrage of cuddles and kisses would render you Powerless in an instant
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Keep at it! Good job and great pictures! 🙂 Naked hugs!
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Thanks for the encouragement. Naked hugs!
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Keep up the road to recovery. It’s nice that you have an upcoming trip to (hopefully) take your mind off of things.
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Thanks. We are very much looking forward to it. Not quite the adventure you’re about to take though.
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Hehehe. ALL adventures are fun . . . I’m trying to be positive these days. 😉
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Good for you on the CHOs! As it is the two of you doing this you will do well.
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We plan too. Fingers crossed.
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