TGIF!

and I really mean it! Heck of a week, but it's over, I've had a beer, dinner and I'm up in my scraproom packing some supplies to take to the Summer Crop at Memory Bound.

I'm happy to report that I finally stepped on the scale this morning and I'm down 5 pounds. It only took 6 freaking weeks. #@&^*$$@%!!!

Finally gave in and went to my podiatrist yesterday. My left foot has been suffering from a terrible flare up of plantar fasciitis and even with the custom orthotics I had made at The Good Feet store, the foot has been killing me if I don't have those on at all times and hey, I'm sorry, they do not fit into every shoe I own nor do I wear them when I am sitting or sleeping......anyhoo.....

Dr. Albrecht said my left foot is a mess, the right is a bit better. She's concerned with my bunions on both feet, but they are the least of my problems at this point. We have to get the inflammation under control and we need to brace my ankle because I also have tarsal tunnel (think carpal tunnel of the ankle), so for the next 4 weeks I have to wear a ankle stocking/brace, 20 minutes of ice every night, heel cord exercises every morning (I've been doing those), an hour long foot rub from Fred (did I just say that outloud?....lol) and a round of anti-inflammatory. The worst part was the cortisone shot I got in the side of my foot. FUCK that hurt. Sorry, but there is no other swear word to describe it. I had one previously about 6 years ago, but like childbirth, you forget.

On a good note, although the foot was sore as hell last night after the anthestic wore off, this morning was the first time in months that I was actually able to stand on both feet, equal weight while taking my morning shower. I find that encouraging.

The only restriction I have is no more treadmill for awhile. I can walk, bike or use the elliptical, but the treadmill puts to much stress on my foot and ankle. I'm glad because I've been really good about my workouts this week. I've been to the gym twice and a nice long bike ride once. If the weather would decide that it's finally summer, I might be able to get a walk or two in during the day also. What is UP with the weather lately?

Finally, just wanted to share a journal I put together for myself a couple of weeks ago. I absolutely love the journals that ecojot makes and I've owned a couple of smaller version. This is one of the larger sizes that I use for to do lists, goals, sketches, scrapbooking ideas, home projects etc. I used a Basic Grey book plate and American Crafts thickers to personalize it.



Enjoy your weekend! I know I'm going to.............