You Win Some, You Lose Some

Today is April Fool’s Day. This year is the first time in forever that everyone at my office could relax because I’m retired and out of town. Everyone else who has known me for any length of time will be suspicious of any blog post written on this day. But I can assure you that I have nothing up my sleeve this year. I have been introduced to a new enemy since early Friday morning and it has gotten and completely dominated my attention. Sciatica pain is no joke. After hobbling around on one leg all weekend at Kaitlin’s house, now I’m hobbling around at the beach in Pawley’s Island, unable to do much of anything. My best friends are Tylenol, ice packs and heating pads. Although I have been effectively sidelined, one thing remains true and steadfast…

Last night I was up probably 4-5 times from the discomfort. Each time, this girl followed me down the hall to the bathroom. Each time I walked into the kitchen to take some medicine, she followed me. Instead of sleeping on the soft sofa with her trusty blankets, she slept on the hard floor beside the bed. Now, while I sit on this loveseat with an ice pack on my hamstring, she hopped up next to me and immediately fell asleep.

We will head out for breakfast later, and this afternoon try to make it to the beach. It’s supposed to be sunny and 70 after lunch. But, we will probably cut this trip short and head back home. It will be far easier hobbling around at home in familiar surroundings. You win some and you lose some. I feel bad for Pam since this is her spring break. I’ll have to make it up to her when I’m well.