lurching first steps

[aslant]

last night i walked unaided for the first time. around the kitchen, then down the hall. to the table and back again. kirk watching me from the stove, both of us a little in awe. and to think: last friday was the first time i put full weight on my left leg, gripping the physical therapist's forearms and smile-crying.

last night is a bright memory spot in my brain; every time i think of it, it's like the whole world lights up a little, things race and i'm overcome a little with giddy happiness. i haven't felt that way in a long time.

Comments

[nevers.livejournal.com]

oh jesse, so exciting! i still remember how amazing it was to re-learn how to walk after my first knee surgery

[aslant.livejournal.com]

thank you! yes, it is very exciting. my gait is very hobbly-horse (so little flexion!) and i can't quite leave the cane behind, in case i lose my balance, but oh what an amazing feeling :)

[nevers.livejournal.com]

yeah, your gait will even out. expect to have good days and bad, of course. i remember being so pleased htat i was finally walking like a normal person only to get out of the car one day and not be able to walk without a hue limp.

[kleinekatze.livejournal.com]

yay! i'm really happy for you jes, i'm glad you're healing before the nastiest of the nasty autum/winter weather gets here/there. i can just imagine the smile mom has because of this.