I don't think I look good in this picture, but it's 6 weeks post-op.
It's been a rough week for me. Emotionally I have just been down in the dumps. Making so much progress but ready to be done with it all some days. I really struggled this week, I tried to sleep in bed again and woke up with feelings of post battle with someone's fist. I had a couple of bad episodes where my cheek hurt, but there was no relief to be found.
The kids have been doing more arguing than playing and it takes it's toll on me because I end up doing more talking. Things are stressful.
I have been desperately seeking the positive in all of this and am slowly coming out of this dark time. I wish I could say I handled this whole thing with a great outlook. They warned about depression, I just didn't think it would come this far out, I figured it would happen in the first few weeks.
I am better today than the past days, so we're on track again. I saw the orthodontist on Monday and he says everything looks good. I informed him that Dr. Liberty (surgeon) said to wear rubber bands according to his direction and he didn't think I needed them at this time.
My teeth hurt, my lips are dry, my chin numb, the roof of my mouth numb and some lack of sleep. But I have a life, two beautiful kids, the best parents in the world and those that send kind words to keep me going. So here's to finishing the recovery more gracefully.
2 comments:
I'm sorry your down in the dumps at times, but I think you look great! Have you tried Burts Bees for the dry lips? I have the dryest lips in the world :/ and Burts Bees has become my best friend. Also, when I find myself in a cloud of gloom, I go back to Philippians 4:8 and from that point to the rest of the day, I try to point out to myself - that's good/great/fun/awesome and focus on those moments more than others. By the end of the day, I feel a tad bit better. I hope that helps. :) Stay outta the heat my friend!
I have tried Burts Bees I believe and chapstick and everything. The problem isn't just the dryness, it's the feeling. Because everything is numb I really need for to feel that my lips are wet and vaseline is the only thing that provides that feeling. Because of my congestion, I am breathing through my mouth so the dryness is a constant thing right now.
I know you are staying focused and it's really helped me, thank you so much.
Post a Comment