Christmas recap

I just needed to post something new since my shoulder is boring now. So, some photos of our Christmas past...

Ever since Rob left on his mission and Christmas Eve meant just Karl, Laura & I we have adopted a new tradition of going out for Chinese Food on Christmas Eve, (think "Fa Ra Ra Ra Ra"). So this year, with the addition of Rob, Jill and Tessa we headed to Provo. The restaurant was full - we are not alone in this idea

We went to Rob's place and they opened our gifts and we played "Farkle"

We took quick trip through the Riverwalk outdoor mall, found some Nuts and crackers..

Early on Christmas day we watched the kids in Texas open gifts via Skype from our bed. Then later Christmas morning after Church we opened our own gifts -- the cutest bags Natalie made!

Then after Katie's church her gang came over for MORE gift opening! The day just went on and on!
It was a lovely holiday-even if there was no snow the whole month of December.

Shoulder after 5 days

Hooray! I got to take a shower today! Feeling pretty good, still have my arm strapped to my side, I have pretty full usage from the elbow down, but cannot move my arm away from my body. The first time I am allowed to to that will be in the Physical Therapists office on Monday. My left hand has served me well this week, I have camped out in the basement, slept in the reclining sofa; have a bathroom, TV and fireplace at my disposal. We borrowed an ice-water pump from a guy at work and I think that has helped immensely. I am going to attempt 4 hours at work on Friday, I think that will be enough!



Last Week:

I am nervous and yet anxious to get this over with. I have been having increasing pain in my right shoulder, long story short: Having it surgically repaired. The only other surgery I have ever had was when I brought an infant home with me, (and he was adorable!).

I know for sure I have a bone spur and some issues with the A/C joint. Once ththe doctor slices me open and has a look inside he will determine if there is also Rotator Cuff damage. Yuck.

I have instructed Laura to take lots of pictures, but not to post anything. I'm certain I will be downright stupid on drugs. Not planning on doing anything but sleeping and reclining. My dominant arm will be useless and strapped to my body.

I have spent the last 2 days tearing Christmas down and repacking everything. We are also trying to get a room ready for our niece, Elise, who will be moving into the upstairs guest room. That closet is FULL of off-season clothes and junk, so we have been trying to empty some of it out. The downside is I am certain I have done more damage moving and lifting than I should. I am so sore that it is actually helping me get ready for the whole ordeal. Fortunately I have lots of sick leave from work, a bunch of free Redbox coupons and a couple of really good helpers to watch over me.