It's been three and a half weeks since my carpal tunnel surgery
and I'm pleased with where the healing progress is at
despite some recent days of bad pain.
At first, I thought it was getting infected
but I think it's more because I'd worked my hand too hard.
At this stage of recovery,
I still can't twist lids off, apply pressure...either pushing or pulling,
nor can I lift anything heavier than 2 kilograms.
If I do push it too hard,
I suffer for it later.
I found that out the hard way.
According to the specialist,
I suffer for it later.
I found that out the hard way.
According to the specialist,
it will be at least another 4 to 8 weeks
before my hand will be fully healed.
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I missed a couple of weeks of doing Sunday Sketches
so I managed a quick sketch today.
Pen and watercolours in Holcroft A6 Travel journal
You can check out the other Sunday Sketches participants HERE.
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After having a green and turquoise colour scheme in my bedroom
for over seven years now, I decided it was time for a change.
Of course, finances being as they are
meant a shoestring budget.
Of course, finances being as they are
meant a shoestring budget.
So, this Buddha got a new look
with a simple coat of paint.
with a simple coat of paint.
from this...
to this
I opted for mostly white in my bedroom with grey and black accents
with some greenery.
The grey cushions and throw were from Kmart.
The floral painting is one I did ages ago
and swapped over from my lounge room.
The black shelf pull-outs also came from my lounge room
which now has even more blue and green accents.
The grey cushions and throw were from Kmart.
The floral painting is one I did ages ago
and swapped over from my lounge room.
The black shelf pull-outs also came from my lounge room
which now has even more blue and green accents.
I love it!
Cody approves
Speaking of Cody,
Rita, I thought you might get a kick out of seeing his DogTV.
This pic makes me think of Karma. hehe
I hope you are all enjoying a beautiful weekend!
Time to rest my hand...
Your bedroom looks amazing and I'm so pleased Cody loves it too. Hope your hand gets better soon.
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Thanks...my hand is doing much better now. :)
Deleteaww Cody looks so comfy :)
ReplyDeleteand love your room, looks very sophisticated
take it easy with your hand, hoping it heals faster than 8 weeks
Thanks, I'm still loving the new colours. :)
Deletelove your DogTV :)
ReplyDeleteour dog does the same thing at the back window.
visiting from Sunday Sketches.
They're so cute when they are glued to the window. hehe
DeleteI'm not sure if a previous comment posted as my laptop played up just as I hit the button. It's not here so I'll assume it didn't go. I love your tranquil bedroom and the revamped Buddha.
ReplyDeleteThat painting over the bed looks just like the sort of thing that I would do. You've now inspired me to fill the space over my bed. I've been thinking about what would be best for a long time.
Cody looks adorable and yes there's a definite nod to Karma in the photo.
Rest that hand and get it back to 100% soon.
Have a great creative week.
Thanks, Neesie. The painting above the bed was super easy to do. I did it freehand starting at one corner with some black paint and working my way across the canvas, just winging the design as I went. :)
Deletebeautiful sketch! Glad you are healing, and a nice change to the Buddha!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful colors in the sketch. I can picture the smooth polished look of the pot with just the slight amount of color you added to it. Love the dog TV.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Barbara. You are so right....it a smooth, gloss ceramic pot. :)
DeleteGlad to hear you are healing properly from your recent surgery. I'm also glad that you've been able to continue with your creative endeavors too, based on your pretty art journaling and new bedroom decor. Happy Sunday Sketches!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Arnoldo. :)
DeleteLove your sketch - succulants are m favorite. And..your bedroom looks really good - great choices for the redo. Here's to your wrist!! Make it heal quickly.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandy. I love succulents and cacti! :)
DeleteGlad you are feeling better,
ReplyDeleteMerle...........
Thanks, Merle. :)
DeleteI remember the black and white floral painting! Your room looks great and very serene.
ReplyDeleteGreat sketch!
I had to laugh!! Yes, that immediately reminded me of Miss Karma and her CatTV. Cody has his DogTV, too--LOL!
Please be careful with that hand! Don't overdo it. I know how easy that is to do (just generally for me) and then I pay for it that night or the next day.
Love the bedroom. Have a wonderful week, my friend. Love and hugs!! :):)
I thought you would get a kick out of the pic of Cody. hehe
DeleteThanks for your kind and caring words, dear friend. I'm doing well with my hand and almost recovered from that horrible flu.
Love and hugs xo
We don't really realize how much we use our wrists or knees or such until something goes wrong and we are limited in movement. So important to keep all our joints healthy. I've had friends who've done foot surgery for bunions and they said they would never do it again as the recovery was quite painful and long. Take it easy on your wrists so that you will be good as new in the next month. Your room went from colorful to calm. Either way, it's lovely. Cody is such a love and has a perfect spot for watching the wildlife. :)
ReplyDeleteThat's for sure, Tammy. I have a small bunion on my right foot but, thankfully, it hasn't caused any issues for me in quite a while. I've heard the same about foot surgery. I imagine it would be very similar to the hand surgery recovery, except maybe worse because our feet have to bear our weight. I'm six weeks in on my hand surgery now and I would not be able to put any weight on it without it being painful.
DeleteMy room definitely has a more relaxing, calm feel to it now. I love it! :)
Hi Serena, gorgeous art...beautifully done! and I love your decor..so elegant and gorgeous! Your painted buddha looks fabulous! SWeet little pup!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from Sunday Sketches
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PS: hope you get better soon
Thanks, Victoria. :)
DeleteHi Serena!!! I'm out scouting about on the blogs, finally! Your new bedroom look is cool. I loved your green and blue though! Both quite lovely! Glad your surgery has gone well, and you are healing up! Hope all of your family is well. We celebrated Independence Day here yesterday. We went to my sons place on the waterway across from where they set off the fireworks! Boats were all out in the water playing patriotic music. It was beautiful. Love to you all...Julie
ReplyDeleteI loved the blue and green too but, after seven years, I really needed a change and I have a newfound love for simple black, grey, and white themes with succulents as accents, of course. :)
DeleteIt sounds like you had a lovely Independence Day with family!
Love and hugs xo
What a yummy room. It is beautiful and so calming. am thrilled for you that the surgery went well and you are slowly improving. It is hard not to do too much. I just think it is in our genes. Just keep trying. Take care. genie
ReplyDeleteThanks, Genie. :)
DeleteThe decor is lovely... So tranquil! And I love the sketch! I need to do more of that! Meanwhile I'm wishing you a speedy recovery. It must be really hard to have something go wrong with your hands as an Artist!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sandra. :)
DeleteBeautiful sketch Serena. Take care of your hand and don't over do it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Shashi. xo
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