Today has been brutal. My body is so sore and my face looks awful. I cannot seem to get comfortable no matter what position I am in. I am just hoping to be able to sleep even if it is just for a little while.
Day 2 of Recovery
Bicycle Accident
It was a beautiful morning on the bike…
…until it wasn’t. After 16 fun miles and time with my husband, we were on the MKT coming out from under Providence Road when a dog stepped in front of Andy. He put on the brakes, but I was too close to stop. I ended up face down on a rock in Flat Branch Creek. Fortunately, I am okay. My left cheek around my eye is seriously bruised and severely swollen, and I needed two stitches for a small cut above my left eye. I also have some cuts and other bruises on my left shoulder, and I will be super sore for a while. BUT, I do not have any facial fractures or a concussion.
People, if you ride a bike, WEAR PROTECTIVE GEAR. My bike helmet and my cycling glasses did their jobs well. My helmet only has a few scratches (though it will be replaced before I ride again), and the clear lenses for my cycling glasses have several scratches and cracks.
They did NOT break though, and THAT is why my left eye is only severely bruised. I cried after leaving the ER when I really saw myself for the first time. Today could have been much, much worse were it not for that protective gear. Wear it, my friends. Every. Single. Time.
Solo Bike Ride
It was time to prove to myself that I can ride my bike by myself and enjoy it. I can check that one off my list! It was the perfect afternoon on the Bear Creek Trail.
Change
The swing has not changed much,…
…but the kid sure has!
Date Night
Since the kids have marching band rehearsal every Tuesday night, Andy and I have been taking advantage of the nights off to spend some time together. This evening, we rode our bikes over to Oakland Park for a picnic.
We spent a couple of hours just talking, laughing, and enjoying each other without all the craziness of normal life.
Senior Patrol Leader
Laura led her first combined Scout meeting today. She did a great job! I am so proud of her.
Chex Mix
In an effort to avoid John using the school vending machines, I bought Chex Mix and put it in snack bags for him. Now, I just have to remember to have him take it to school with him.
