How long did it take Rhonda to figure out we can't fix a broken something simply by replaxing it with something else? A replaced thing is still a broken thing! When you discover that something is broken, you must determine the cause of the break. In order to do that, you must open the thing, examine it, and find the origin of the break or malfunction. Once that is done, you must make a determination as to whether or not the thing is worth fixing. If you determine that the fixing is worth the effort, it must be done carefully. If, on the other hand, you decided that the thing is not worth fixing, you must get rid of it. You must throw it away, clean the place it once occupied, and when you are ready, find a suitable replacement. This is called "closure." It is a prerequisite to healing.
Taken From "Yesterday, I Cried" by Iyanla Vanzant
My first day back to work after surgery today. I'm absolutely exhausted. I am also very grateful today too. Seeing how much work it was to work today made me grateful for those wonderful days of walking on my own two feet. My condition is temporary and I'm very grateful for that. I'm grateful that I have a job that affords me the luxury of having time off for repairs and healing. This reading fits nicely with where I am today. I had to determine if it was worth the time, pain, and effort to fix these messed up knees and then move forward. For a long time I have put the decision off and things have only gotten worse. Once I finally made the decision and took care of the footwork I can begin the healing process. In the end I know I will feel so much better. Just have to get through these tough days......by taking one step at a time, one moment at a time, and life will be good.
2 comments:
Hang in there! My friend had both knees replaced (bilateral surgery), and 6 months later, she was back to skiing, and skiing better than she had in years! That was in 2005. We're heading for the slopes again in a week and a half for a week's skiing, and she can't wait! (She also golfs, cycles and goes to the gym almost every day!). Anyway, hope this encourages you that it is INDEED worth it, and you will feel better VERY SOON!
Thanks, too, for your encouraging comments on my blog. Hope 2007 is a great year for you!
Keep taking one step at a time. Glad to hear you are back to work.
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