I returned to work today for just shy of three hours. That may not sound like much but it is both the longest I have been up and the first day back since the accident. I am very proud of myself. Despite exhaustion, discomfort, aches and the distinct pins-and-needles of my mending ankle, I have been smiling a lot. Today is another step toward normalcy, toward life becoming recognizable again.
I wish I had grabbed my pens and journal earlier but my pillow put a spell on me that was nearly unbreakable. I wanted to share my day with you all and I really want to keep my AEDM going strong – so here I am before calling it a night (again).
My ankle was fractured in three places and dislocated. Each of the three bones that make up the ankle were broken. I think about it more than I probably should. I also think about the accident. The actions of one man impacted my life & my family so deeply. I don’t explore this in my journaling yet, I probably should.
Tonight I doodled something just to let my mind take a breath. I used a Pelikan Fineliner 96, a gift from a pen friend, and my Ecosystem Author journal. Sometimes it’s best to let yourself turn the thoughts off and just marvel at being.
Take care and be well.
SNARLing
hi sara. i’m sorry about your accident – i hope you recover fully soon!
i have to admit tho, as a result you have been blogging more lately and i digg that. it just shows what you need or turn to in order to deal. i know, i should talk, i have to kick my own ass about dealing with my own issues – but i have been doodling and writing a bit more – i just haven’t been sharing. anyway, i find your stuff quite inspiring so thanks for sharing. i’m trying to do the same+++
Julie (O-kami)
You can add a little to this each day!
Rori Lieurance (@RoriRants)
I agree with SNARLing! Loving your blog posts, and find inspiration in watching you work through your struggle–hope that came out right! (Certainly wish it hadn’t happened at all!)
Do you like the Ecosystem journals?
rubyandwheaky
I totally love your little doodles! Maybe I’ll start posting some of my art work. You’ve inspired me! I’m subscribing!