Well this is going better than I expected. Last night I played in net during the first half of my game. I deflected a hard shot that I could just reach with my fingertips and now my index finger on my left hand is swollen, purple, and doesn't want to bend. I was a little worried about typing, but this is okay. Light pressure doesn't bother me, but anything that requires the knuckle to do some serious work is right out.
I'd be more upset about it, but we soundly beat those pushy, whiney losers and I'm still savoring the win.
Today we're hanging around the house waiting for the storms to arrive. Apparently the cities have been getting some severe weather, but so far The Outpost has had a bit of thunder and not enough rain to wet the entire sidewalk. The boys are somewhere in the house doing something far too quiet. I should go check, but I hate to end this little interlude of peace. If I find them, they will undoubtedly want to read a book or put together a puzzle or some other annoying task that will put a dent in my blogging time. How I managed to raise such selfish children...I'll never know.
If I still can't move my finger by Monday, I'll probably head to the doctor. I've been pondering potential outcomes all morning: A) it will heal fine by itself B) splint and/or physical therapy C) surgery. I wonder if they have to put you all the way out for finger surgery. Because if they don't...I'm taking pictures.
Posted by Cathy at August 24, 2006 01:31 PMI think we should see photos now, like before and after....
Plus with an injury like that, I think you absolutely must delegate all household duties, such as cleaning, cooking, laundry and child care to the VP after all you don't want to risk further injury.
Might I also suggest a nice glass of red wine on a rainy day like today to take the edge off of the pain?
Posted by: Aunt S at August 24, 2006 05:00 PMOh, yeah, definitely pictures. That would be so cool.
BTW, my kids were fascinated by the butchering photos. Thanks for posting them.
If they don't have to knock you out for a hip replacement (so I've heard), they'll probably keep you awake for any finger surgery.
Can't wait to see the pictures - assuming surgery is necessary, which I hope it isn't.
Posted by: aelfheld at August 25, 2006 12:22 PM