learning to walk again

So...I was pretty weepy the first few days off the 30 mg of morphine, but I didn't feel any pain on the 15 mg. I will shoot for a lower dose on Mon 1/19, and maybe another epidural. I have been a busy bee trying to follow all of the instructions of my physical therapist and other doctors. For the first few days after I got the cortisone epidural, I felt like my back was not connected to the rest of my body..very strange feeling. But now, I am feeling much better! No, I am not well yet...I wish!
My PT has asked me to walk 2 times a day 15-20 min. Last week when I first started walking, my legs felt like sandbags and my hip socket is very weak because of the atrophe (sp?).
Paul put out the word during our Sunday school class, so yesterday Pam Lane and Joni Pettikus took me to walk at Tri-City Park. It took us about 25 min just to lap the lake, and then I had to lay down for the majority of the rest of the day. I have to be careful not to overdo it.
In the evening, Katie and Lauren set up my treadmill in the livingroom so I can be with the family while they do homework or watch TV and I walk. (I can't sit on our couches..too low.)
One of my good friends sent me an email with a prayer in it that struck me. I share it with you in hopes that you are also touched.
"May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us."
So....If anyone out there would like to take a short 15-20 min stroll, call me (714) 501-3316 and we can set up a date morning, lunchtime, or whenever you are available. :) I'm here (and pretty bored!) unless I'm at the doctor or PT. Don't feel obligated to stay around afterward, I know how busy everyone is!