UPDATE

I dont know if I'm writing this to myself, or if anyone reads this. That's a funny thing!!!
How much do I tell? Always everything, that's me. Now.

So my update. I hurt so badly right now. But I have come to terms with the fact that my RSD
pain is WORSE than surgery pain. I feel some sense of accomplishment knowing
that I have made it so far. And I am better. GOD ANSWERS PRAYER.

Logistics. Okay, got my new medication today. My body is killing me from driving to and from school.
BUT, i want to do it. I love it. Today I can rest and I just can't sleep.
I am enjoying being alive too much.
PT started gently, and I am worn out from rare sleep this week. Probably 4 hours a nite and no naps.
Recipe for disaster. I will be crying as I watch the romantic British comedy Gavin and Stacey-
I just found.

Talking to doc on Monday after this medication begins its work to see if time of day is
making a difference. Truly, I am more joyful and excited about my future than in a long time.
I always expect good,
but now I can't wait! I'm more creative, more alive. Wow.

HERE'S A COPY OF MY NOTE TO MY CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER LEADER...
> Sid- I have received more than I could ever ask from God through this
> surgery- my left hand is better than my right!  I can type already!!!
> My infection is healing!!! And I can sing! I am walking daily and
> would love company- went with Cindy once this week.  I could use meals
> over the next three weeks, just two a week for 4 people if that's not
> too much to ask.  I am practicing driving, but can do only the school
> trips and then I'm wiped out.  Please pray for all those who have
> blessed me in prayer and love.  I feel I must be the most loved girl
> in the world right now.  My distant relatives sent flowers on two days
> just when I was at meltdown.  God is so personal and so timely.  It
> has never felt so good to hold a hand before either.  I am really
> struggling with sleep and as I change medications, the pain mgt is not
> there yet.  The strange dreams have subsided, but I am coming face to
> face with my own brokenness daily in new ways and also learning how to
> receive from others.  A struggle for me. The higher purposes are
> always tender, aren't they?
>
> Love you all, Kaitlyn
>