Monthly Archives: July 2011

Week 20 – I’m Hard of Listening – not Hard of Hearing!

Posted on July 25, 2011 by pastorpstephens

The past week was a good one in many respects.  I was able to spend time with family and friends and I accomplished a lot.  Physically I felt fine except for Saturday evening.  The top of my right foot hurt; … Continue reading →

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Week 19 – How Much Pain is too Much? aka the IKEA experience

Posted on July 19, 2011 by pastorpstephens

I am closing in on 5 months since my back surgery and overall I am doing very good.  I must admit I have been a little bit sore the last couple of days.  I think I over did it on … Continue reading →

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Week 18 – Setting Some Boundaries

Posted on July 11, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Last week was a good week but it was very busy.  My back feels really great!  It has been 4 months since my spinal fusion and my lower back does not bother me at all.  I have no sciatic nerve pain … Continue reading →

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Week 17 – I finally get to Exercise following my back surgery!

Posted on July 4, 2011 by pastorpstephens

Last week I was finally able to get on the treadmill and begin a regular routine of exercise for the first time since my laminectomy and spinal fusion.  My doctor has been very cautious about letting me do any walking … Continue reading →

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