Reflection

Yesterday was the two-year anniversary of my neck surgery.  I didn't have a party.  I did however, take time to reflect on the struggles I've had and how far I've come.   Recovery has been a long road.  I still have a lot of days when I retreat to the sofa with my heating pad and my ibuprofen.  I have to take nerve meds every day, just to feel somewhat normal.  I still have nerve pain and strange, twitching muscles (especially my eyelids, which drives me insane!)  Sleeping is uncomfortable.  Many days I wake up feeling less than rested. 

I do have many good days, though.  For these days, I am very greatful.  One thing this experience has taught me is to live life to the fullest on the good days.  I've also learned I have limitations, even though I don't like to admit that I have any!!!

Instead of throwing myself a party (or a pity party), I celebrated today by going to the gym and making good on my New Year's resolution to run a mile.  This is something I have NEVER done.  Not even as a kid.  I am very excited that I am 1/2 way there!  I'm no spring chicken, as my mom would say and it's hard and it hurts, but I'm doing it.  I'm not giving up this time.  Once I reach my 1 mile goal, I've promised myself a brand, new, shiny pair of running shoes.  :)