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by DebiSue on 16 March 2009 - 21:03
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by sueincc on 16 March 2009 - 22:03
by Alyssa Myracle on 16 March 2009 - 22:03
by Kalibeck on 16 March 2009 - 22:03
(Recalls a recent thread.....) Maybe the dogs were saying..."the Alpha is down, and alone.....take her, now!" LOL! Nah---not MY babies! LOL! jh
by katjo74 on 17 March 2009 - 00:03
My mother had the double knee replacement done when she was in her later 60's-by the end of summer she was moving about pretty good. 2 broken legs later (post knee replacements due to falls on stairs and a trip over a rug) at 75, she STILL gets out and push-mows. She says the rod from the broken leg has bothered her more than either of the knee replacements. I admire her drive to keep her own independence, even with Dad right there, too, at 78 1/2. I'm very proud of her. Some people, just like our dogs, have that 'grit' in them. I hope I can be strong like that when I'm her age.
My sister in her late 40's also had double knee replacement. She also did well with it, but didn't jump back into things as quick as Mom (that's ok-just differences of people and personality). Point is, they both made full mobile recovery with both done at the same time.
I'd take it day at a time, enjoy hubby in the maid outfit, and maybe take this 'down' time to study up on things like pedigrees, etc to give your mind something constructive to do. And keep in mind, too-once the surgical pain wears off, you will feel MUCH better to do the things you love to do. And that will be priceless for you. 
by Kalibeck on 17 March 2009 - 01:03
by angusmom on 17 March 2009 - 05:03
), it's more effective therapy. take care.
by CrysBuck25 on 17 March 2009 - 06:03
From what I'm reading here, she had it made, since she didn't have anyone to make a mess for her to watch not getting cleaned up...
She's doing very well, by the way, almost weaned off the last of her pain meds after the surgery...She tells me that despite some minor lingering discomfort, she feels way better than she did before the surgery, so she's happy. Watching her recovery...I feel for you, Jackie...I hope you feel better soon.
Crys
Here's a thought...Try some psychology. Tell your hubby, if he's worried about your discomfort, that you'd "feel better if you did____" fill in the blanks. He might do something just to help make you feel better.
My hubby doesn't usually do much around the house, being too tired and all, but if I'm down for some reason, he'll usually try to take up some of the slack. Everywhere except the kitchen!!
by ShelleyR on 17 March 2009 - 13:03
till then, take drugs and snuggle. Before ou know it you'll be out here again with Beckett trying to take the helper down.
SS
by Kalibeck on 17 March 2009 - 14:03
Thanks! I feel much more chipper today! Carl's wrestling with pups even as I type! First physical therapy today, can't wait
! But my movement in that leg is pretty good, so it shouldn't be so bad......! Thanks for the positive energy! jh
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