Well, I think I jinxed her. Just last month I was commenting that Janie had gone a whole year with no broken bones. One month later–you guessed it–she fell and broke her shoulder. Actually, the doctor said people don’t break their shoulders, they break the upper arm near the shoulder or they break one of several other bones that make up the shoulder. In Janie’s case, she broke the humerus–the arm bone–just below the ball joint. Needless to say, this is a discouraging development and a setback to regaining the activities she’d like to be able to do. This is number 7 in 5 years.
The good news, if there is any, is that she has seen the orthopedic doctor and he recommended against surgery. He said that when the bone is in a reasonably good position, the results of surgery have not improved the results. So she will avoid having a wound to heal, anesthesia, etc. In fact, she is only using a sling. They can’t splint or cast the break. Healing will take a while and she is in pain, but she is in reasonably good spirits under the circumstances.
We are still getting organized to accommodate her needs and limitations. We are incredibly thankful that Leslie was with us over the weekend when the break happened. Emma and Sarah were also with us, and helped out as well. Since Leslie had to return to work, I called Janie’s sister, Katie, who dropped what she was doing to come over and stay for a few days. Jess even offered to come up from San Francisco, but I think we will be OK once we get back in the swing of managing the injury.
Meanwhile, we will appreciate all your good thoughts!
We also send good thoughts for quick recovery.
Janie
So sorry to hear about another break – especially since you had been making such good progress overcoming the last few breaks. I think you have had enough breaks to have Guiness World record so let’s move on to something else. You are such a trooper to get through these pitfalls (no pun intended). So glad that you have such a wonderful support system. I know that you are far away from me but please know that we are thinking of you and love to follow Rich’s blog.
Keep on trucking girl!
Carol and Henry
The Connecticut Branch of the Family
So sorry. Will be thinking of you. Love Janet.
So sorry to hear this. Thank goodness no surgery is required this time. Sending good thoughts for an uneventful recovery.
Oh, dear Janie & Rich,
So very sorry to hear this. Praying for the humerus to knit back together smoothly & cleanly, for pain to lessen; and I am thankful with you both that no surgery – or itchy, heavy cast – was required.
Also thankful you have family close by. 💛
Roy & I got to see “Busman’s Honeymoon” on Sat (matinee). Bob was excellent, great fun! And he brought your mom, so we got to visit at intermission and after. We noticed some decline, but also noticed her warmth and smiles and heart for her boys!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Again, prayers for healing, comfort, & encouragement.
Love,
Pat & Roy
We will be thinking good thoughts for you and Janie.
Please let Janie know we are hoping for a quick and full recovery. Its surprising some times, just to what lengths some folks will go to get out of doing the dishes! Wink wink! Hang in there Rich! Sounds like you have, as usual, lots of help.
Healing prayers are sent your way – Karen & Chuck