Foot

Finally had the long-deferred foot surgery on Wednesday, fusing the joint in my right big toe. A bigger deal than I anticipated, and he had some minor complications. I’m in a cast up to my knee, not allowed to put any weight on it for at least two weeks and likely six. Crutches are a giant pain in the ass, because it means I can’t carry anything.

My sister came up for the first few days. I didn’t want her to, but it was nice to be able to stay immobile and let her handle food etc. Today was my first day alone and it was indeed difficult. I have friends coming by tonight and tomorrow, though, so I’ll figure it out.

The hardest part is knowing that the boyfriend stayed in town for the long weekend, but hasn’t come over. He texted once, and we have an ongoing email thread about some movies he recommended I watch while I was laid up, but it’s clear that this was meant to be our break, and it is, indeed, breaking my heart.