If you have been following along on my travails of this summer, then, of course, you already know about the saga of my broken arm. When they told me an 8-10 week recovery period, in my mind, that meant I would be back to normal afterwards – how incredibly naive of me! Tomorrow is the two month anniversary of my accident…here is the latest – I am still wearing the brace, but now I can take it off for a few hours a day (hallelujah for full showers!), my pain level is much better as long as I don’t move the wrong way and I am doing physical therapy two times a week. Here is what I CAN’T do yet: drive, dry/style my own hair, cut my own food, type with two hands, dress myself in clothes that go over my head or do anything that requires any strength from my left arm. In other words…I still have a way to go!
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Okay, so you may be wondering what my broken arm has to do with Ireland…I am supposed to be leaving in three weeks for a whirlwind trip to Ireland. The trip is sponsored by Tourism Ireland for a select group of travel advisors from all over the US – the idea is to showcase the “Best of Ireland” over the course of our week long trip. At this point, I am very much on the fence as to whether I can go since I will not have my trusty “left hand man” (aka my hero of a husband) along for the trip to cut my meat or put my hair in a ponytail. So, today I am dreaming of the Emerald Isle in all its fall glory…
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I will probably wait until the very last minute to decide. Hopefully, I will be sharing my own photos like the ones above soon. In the meantime, cross your fingers for me for a rapid improvement in the couple of weeks ahead!
xoxo
Oh, I do hope you go!
I totally understand about the arm issue. I had carpal tunnel surgery in March, but it didn't take care of the arthritis issues and I am frequently a 1 handed lady. The upside is that one of my former students is in beauty school which helps since I can't hold a blow dryer. They charge me $5 for a shampoo and blow dry and my lovely Chloe gives me extra special care.
Get better soon!
Sure thing! Fingers and prayers for you. Elizabeth Bess
Have thought about you so much, Sandy and so sorry for all that you have been through. So hoping for a speedy recovery and a trip to Ireland for you – gorgeous images!!
Sandy,
I love all of your photos of Ireland. I have it on my list of places to visit.
I am sorry for your trials, but I think if you go there will be some help from the other travelers. Maybe not doing your hair but helping with your bags and such.
I have you in my prayers!
Bonjour chère Sandy,
l'Irlande est un pays splendide. Je n'y suis jamais allée mais les paysages semblent si identiques à ceux de l'Ecosse que je connais bien. En cette période de l'année les couleurs vont être bientôt magnifiques.
Vos photos sont incroyablement belles.
J'espère que très vite vous allez retrouver la mobilité de votre bras. C'est souvent très long. Mon amie s'est cassée le bras à plusieurs endroit lors d'une chute dans les escaliers. Ce fut long et douloureux…
Je vous souhaite un prompt rétablissement.
Gros bisous ♡
What total enchantment in those cottages and the quiet countryside! Peace and love to you Sandy! Anita
Sandy… you still can't drive? You poor thing. Hope your arm has a remarkable recover and you will be able to go. Enjoy your weekend.
Sandy,
I am so sorry that the healing process is taking longer than expected. How frustrating on so many levels!!!! I truly hope and pray that you are able to make the trip to Ireland. I'm sending positive thoughts your way!!!
xoxo Elizabeth
Sending bushels of healing thoughts your way!
Oh, Sandy, we so hope you will make it to Ireland. We're still trying to get our act together and get there ourselves and we were hoping you'd come back with all sorts of recommendations. Fingers crossed on both hands that you'll go.
xxoo
C + C
I am so so sorry Sandy, to read about your accident. I am truly out of touch with the blogging world to have missed this news. I hope miracle upon miracles comes your way and you are able to go to Ireland. Maybe a bit of Irish luck? Thinking of you and wishing you well…soon! xx
Sandy I am so sorry that your recovery is taking so long and I do hope that you are able to take the trip to Ireland! It would probably be very good for you after going through so much!
xoxo
Karena
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Sandy I am so sorry that your recovery is taking so long and I do hope that you are able to take the trip to Ireland! It would probably be very good for you after going through so much!
xoxo
Karena
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Sandy I am so sorry that your recovery is taking so long and I do hope that you are able to take the trip to Ireland! It would probably be very good for you after going through so much!
xoxo
Karena
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Painting Central Park
Ahhhh Sandy, I had no idea you were still dealing with such limitations. I am happy to here you are "free" for part of the day now. Here's to continued recovery and being able to take your trip–Ireland looks so dreamy and GREEN right now. Hopes and prayers your way for the trip my friend. xx
Keep making progress! You have a lot to work for and look forward to! You can do it!
YOU WILL HEAL……..and YOU NEED TO GO!
Visiting you for the first time from #stylefocus linkup. So sorry to hear about your arm. Hope it mends and you can go on what looks to be a lovely trip. Ireland has long been on my travel list, and your post makes me want to go even more!