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June 4, 2007
Simply Overwhelmed
Well, I think my title says it all. I am just simply overwhelmed with everyone's kind, caring comments and support! You guys are the best! I truly appreciate your concern. It makes me feel so lucky, not only because my head didn't crack open Friday but also because I am so blessed to have so many people care about me! Thanks so much!
I am feeling better! My hip, while still sore, is feeling much looser to the point that I don't have to limp so much. If I have to put all my weight on it (like walking up stairs or putting on pants, etc...) it is not too happy but I can definitely feel improvement. My left knee and arm are still feeling banged up too but I can tell my major limiter is going to be the left side of my chest where my ribs are still very tender. Deep breathes and turning my body from side to side is not good. But hopefully with just a little more time they too will heal. My only other complaint is very itchy cuts, especially the one above my eye. As they heal and scab the itchness is driving me crazy! And I have strict orders not to pick from O!! (he can be pretty tough if he wants to be) All in all a pretty small list of problems considering what the list could have looked like! Of course the Percocet helps. :) And my outlook and mood is probably greatly enhanced by the fact that I finally got some really good sleep last night. As I feel better I'm a lot more comfortable laying down.
So my new focus is getting better! I figure if I can put all my energy and focus that I usually reserve for training into recovery I will be better in no time. :) My plan is to take this whole week off and MAYBE try some easy spinning on the trainer this upcoming weekend...of course only if I feel up to it and I'm not limping or feeling pain anywhere. That plan may change but I'm the kind of person that needs a plan (any plan, even if it's not the right plan) so I can have a goal to work on. Of course when I talk with my coach later today on the phone, this plan might be drastically different.... :)
I took today off work and O was nice enough to do the same so that we could get the insurance and police department stuff all sorted out. The policeman that was at the scene of the accident starts at 3 pm today so we will head over there soon. We've already taken poor Scotty to the bike shop to see what he needs. He may just need a new fork or he may need a whole new frame. Poor bugger probably never knew what hit him!
I am going back to work tomorrow. I'm not allowed to drive yet but my work place is kind of on the way for O to drop me off on his way to work so that's what we are going to do. Plus I really want my nasty looking stiches out and I'm thinking one of the trauma or surgery residents that I know well will do me the favor tomorrow... :)
Have a great day everyone!
Posted by beth at June 4, 2007 12:26 PM
Comments
Hi Beth,
Another regular reader here. I've been inspired by your training over the past few months, and now yet again by your positive outlook and determination to heal from this accident. Best wishes for a swift recovery.
Posted by: Mindy at June 4, 2007 5:04 PM
I'm a bit late in the game here but it's great to hear that you are recovering well after such a scary incident. I've come close to being flattened while riding but never actually put a dent in a car, or in your case a truck. Your story sounds spooky close to a woman riders in West Seattle about 5 months ago. She was riding down the main street and a full size work van coming from the other direction took a left in front of her. She died at the scene of the accident.
I'm sure you have been counting your blessings. Sounds like you got rag dolled pretty good by the truck. Don't itch and don't get those hideous black stitches out too soon! They will make you look tough! Oh I'm sure you know this but: Truck 1, Beth 0. The truck always wins :-)
Posted by: Eric at June 4, 2007 5:11 PM
Your a mad woman; going back to work tomorrow?? On the trainer this weekend? Girl, take it easy for a few days. . put your feet up. . eat a bon bon! Seriously, your amazin!
Posted by: dawn at June 4, 2007 6:05 PM
Hi Beth,
I, too, have been a long time reader of your blog, especially as you began your journey as a triathlete (and an amazing one at that). Thank goodness you are OK and I am in awe of the positive, well-written blogging you have done so soon after such an ordeal. take care of yourself.
Posted by: Mary at June 4, 2007 9:42 PM
Hi Beth,
I, too, have been a long time reader of your blog, especially as you began your journey as a triathlete (and an amazing one at that). Thank goodness you are OK and I am in awe of the positive, well-written blogging you have done so soon after such an ordeal. take care of yourself.
Posted by: Mary at June 4, 2007 9:43 PM