This and That

 

Sorry about resending the Oops blog post. It got caught up in my drafts and I hit "send" by mistake. It was sent (I think) soon after I tripped and ripped my knee ligament. If not, I still apologize for being a clutz on the computer as well as just walking around. 

The good news is that we have received 1.46 inch of rain in the past few days. Not nearly enough, but even that slight amount will help. Some areas got more, but that's what I measured this morning. I have not been sending regular reports since I injured my knee two weeks ago. Too risky (and painful) going on the porch to empty the measuring tube. But this morning I felt adventurous and got out there and back with my walker just fine. I just need to remember to concentrate on what I'm doing, move slowly, and plan ahead.

I saw Dr. Prohaska in St. Johnsbury yesterday. I have a torn quadriceps that will require surgery to repair. That will put me back to where I was,with both the pain and healing process, two weeks ago, but this time, I'll know it is mending correctly (hopefully!) and will be strong. Without the operation, it would mend, he said, but would never be dependable and I would likely fall again. Can't have that. I go for surgery Tuesday, and will stay overnight, then begin the healing process all over again, but with PT. It is going to take months to get back to normal. I guess it's good that we are heading into winter - I won't feel so bad about not being able to do everything I'd like. Maybe. I know I haven't enjoyed being so sedentary - and I will actually welcome doing some physical therapy to strengthen those muscles. I feel like I've lost some overall mobility by being so sedentary these past two weeks. I wish I had been able to see Dr. Prohaska right away - and it might have been better for doing the procedure, as well. He said there is a short window of time to get it done and I'm presently almost past that, thus the quick surgery schedule. 

The autumn colors are showing nicely now. The rain brought out a depth of color and trees are turning almost as we watch. Every day I see more color around my house - and also more leaves on the ground. My hawthorn tree is shedding its leaves quickly. A little wind will probably strip it. The maples seem to be holding on better, and they are brilliant. 

I missed Sherry LaPrade's birthday celebration when friends took her out for lunch in Stowe today. Diane sent me this photo - left to right, Sherry, Dotty, Cyndi, and Diane. They had a good time - went to the "Roost" at The Topnotch Resort. My birthday is the next in the group, in October, but goodness knows what shape I'll be in! I don't think I will be up for going out to eat. We will need to think of something else, like pizza at my house, maybe?! 

Tomorrow evening I'm looking forward to a turkey dinner from Cabot. This is the Fall Foliage/Cheese & Culture weekend in Cabot. Lots going on. Jamie and Marie are picking up dinners for all of us. I always look forward to Cabot's turkey dinners; I also really like the chicken-pie supper at the North Danville Baptist church, but not this year. It's unfortunate they are both on the same night. Last year Diane and I got both so we had both turkey and chicken dinners to look forward to. Actually, holding either of those over for a day or two only enhances the flavors for me. Everything is always really, really good. Especially since I haven't roasted either a chicken or a turkey in literally years! Covid changed a lot of things, and then for Diane and me, losing husbands really changed the way we do things. Living by yourself, it's hard to use up a whole bird of any kind - and for me, at least, putting together a big meal even for my family or friends is just too much work. 

Take care, all, watch your step and stay upright! (Do as I say, not as I DID!) I can think of better ways to get lots of attention!