Last Friday I went in to outpatients to get my leg checked out. All was fine. It still looked bruised and sore as he'll when the consultant moved my foot. Overall he seemed happy with progress. A new cast went on. Fibreglass this time and I was back on crutches. Next appointment is the 27th November. The cast is lighter but feels strong, I feel more confident with this cast. I will be self injecting Fragmin until the cast comes off. I am basically off painkillers now. My wife bought me fitbit device so I have been monitoring my health over the last few days. I have been making a big effort to walk further on crutches. Yesterday I walked a total of 3.3 miles. I am proud of this, but today I ache so will be taking it easier so let my body catch up. Not sure it's a good idea to push too hard, I am meant to be allowing my achiellies tendon to heal. It is half-term so the kids are at home. For the last two days Isaac has been to an activity centre. Tilly has been swimming with the au pair, whilst I have been reviewing and sending feedback on articles.
I guess the downside is that I am still very limited in terms of mobility and have less interaction with people. Sure, people feel sorry for me etc and often offer help, but what I really need is the occasional conversation. Georgina is very busy at work and by the time she comes home and gets the children into bed she's basically done. I feel sorry about this, because it's my fault. I am they're putting the family through extra pressure. I am determined to increase my independence to help this. However, today I need to rest.
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