Things I’ve realized as I’ve been on coach rest for the past four weeks.
- Some days I have absolutely nothing to say because I don’t feel like I’m part of society. I’m in a bubble of books and movies.
- My dog growls and wags his tail while he’s sleeping. A lot.
- My living room starts and ends the day chilly. In the afternoon it gets very warm. {Not good when you’re stuck laying down.}
- After about two weeks of laying on your back, your shoulders and body get used to the lack of movement. The lack of movement was painful in the beginning. {That’s going to be awesome when I can get up.}
- After three weeks, Maximus adapted to his new daddy routine. Now he cries when daddy leaves, even though mommy is still on the couch. 🙁
- Daytime and most nighttime TV is not entertaining. TV series on DVD are the way to go. It passes the time quickly.
- DVR is a lifesaver also.
- It’s heartbreaking to listen to your toddler cry when you can’t do anything to comfort him.
- It’s hard to constantly ask someone else for things. Fresh water, something to eat, a DVD, a book, more pillows, meds, ANYTHING.
- Reading passes the time the quickest.
- Falling asleep at a decent hour is not possible when you’ve done nothing but lay on the couch all day.
I’ve still got three weeks left, but I’m taking it one day at a time. After all, there’s nothing I can do about it. My foot is a constant reminder as different parts hurt during any given part of the day. I am hopeful that as my three weeks come to an end, the pain will be less frequent. Until then, I do what I can to keep my mind off of it. Part of that involves trying to come up with an amazing way to thank my husband. He’s got it rough right now – work, toddler, wife, dog, home, and everything in between. That guy deserves a vacation or something! {Obviously after we get this broken foot bill. Yah for that!}
