Tuesday 5 April 2022

Home again.

Back home again.   Very annnoying but my poor old legs are wearing out and the doctor  thinks that if I have an infection  the first place it attacks is often my weakest point which in my case is undoubtedly my legs.   I suddenly seized up on my way to bed and could not take a step thus falling over in the hall. Action stations and within an hour I was snug in bed in our nearest hospital - The Friarage in Northallerton.   Hospitals are such busy places but I have to stay I slept well, the food was delicious and I really had a good rest and saw some interesting 'goings on'.

Today I am fragile and not walking well but I am at least walking - with aid of course - and more or less back to square one with my improvement over those few warm Spring days.   Looking  out of the window it looks cold and damp but the lovely dwarf tulips  are nodding their heads as though it is the most lovely Spring day.   And the blackbird is singing his head off which makes me suspect Mrs Blackbird has eggs - at least they will be snug and warm.

Hopefully if all goes according to plan and I stay upright I will be back to   form tomorrow.   In the meantime I shall pop over and see what you have all been up to .

55 comments:

Bovey Belle said...

Ohno - what a shock for you to seize up like that. I am glad that just a night in hospital to be checked out was necessary, but I bet your son was worried all the same. Thank heavens for your personal alarm.

Take things easy and enjoy that Blackbird's song.

Ellen D. said...

Oh, so sorry to hear that you had a medical issue that required the hospital. Glad you didn't break any bones when you fell. I am glad you are recovering and hope you will enjoy the Spring weather and your lovely birds. Take care, Pat!

Derek Faulkner said...

Glad to have you back Pat.

Librarian said...

Welcome back, Pat! So relieved to see your post just now.
My mother-in-law said pretty much the same as you when she had to go to hospital last year; the food was good, everybody was nice and she slept well.

Sue in Suffolk said...

Thank goodness you are home again and recovering with nothing broken and the hospital stay was short.
Just be careful and take care

JayCee said...

As Sue says, thankfully your hospital stay was short and sounds reasonably comfortable too. Good to see you back here with us again.

gz said...

Glad that you at least fed well and had some entertainment!
As they say, be careful, as ever xx

thelma said...

Brilliant to see you back and commenting on our blogs. The hospital seems to have taken good care of you, so do be very, very careful. xxx

RITA LOEHR said...

Glad you home and the hospital stay was short. Prayers for you and your legs and continued recovery!🙏

Marcia LaRue said...

Was concerned about your absence and even made the comment that I hoped nothing had happened to you! This tells me you, indeed, had an episode ... certainly nothing you could have foreseen since you were doing so well!
If you didn't know it ... we worry about you when you are absent for no apparent reason! So, we are ALL happy to see you back here! Just pay attention to what the old body is telling you!

Anonymous said...

Best wishes for a full recovery !
Good food in hospital sure is something to appreciate.
Maguy

Lynn said...

Lovely to have you back here, Pat. Love your posts. x

busybusybeejay said...

Such a relief that you are ok.I have been checking in regularly to see if there was any news.Phew!So good to see you back blogging.
Lots of love Barbarax

Melinda from Ontario said...

I was so relieved to see your new post. I've been checking regularly...at least 4 times a day. I'm glad the hospital stay was not unpleasant. It's always nice when the food is tasty. I'm also enjoying watching the birds construct their nests. Yesterday, I found a broken bird's egg on the ground so I'm guessing I'll be seeing fledglings soon. This is an exciting season in the garden.

Gail, northern California said...

I know this creates unwanted pressure, nonetheless, I will tell you that I start each day with your post. I also understand you don't always feel like writing. But I never dreamed you had to be hospitalized! Please know I am so relieved to hear you're alright. Take very good care of yourself. Obviously, we need you.

the veg artist said...

To be tucked up in a hospital bed within an hour sounds very efficient - obviously the emergency call system works well. Sorry you had to test it again though! Look after yourself.

AK Coldweather said...

Very relieved to see you're back home, safe and mostly sound!

Unknown said...

Hello Pat
So pleased you are ok.Continue your recovery and get well soon.
All the best.Jo

Rachel Phillips said...

Relax and enjoy is all I can say with the emphasis on relax. I am glad you are safe and well again Weave.

Susan said...

I'm sorry to hear about your infection and required hospital stay. Your doc might consider ongoing low dose antibiotic to keep this at bay. I'd ask about this? Spring is truly underway with the birds singing and nesting along with the Spring flowers making a lovely display. Take care and enjoy the Springtime sights and sounds.

Jennyff said...

Despite your excellent care I am sure you are happy to be home, I am pleased you are too as I was wondering what had happened. Spring is such a positive time of year, enjoy and take care. x

Carol Caldwell said...

So glad to see you back safely. Take very good care.

Anonymous said...

So glad you are back and feeling better! I was worried when you didn't post for a while. Pat

jinxxxygirl said...

whew.....

Rae said...

You had a lot of people concerned again. Just shows how many friends you have that truly care about your health and wellness. I am glad you are back home and no broken bones. A good rest and a good meal are helpful with healing. Rest up and tackle the walking when you feel your strongest. Ranee (MN) USA

Country Cottage said...

Glad you are back again, it's always a worry when I see you have missed a post. Take it easy, get some rest and continue with your recovery. Viv

Linda from Alabama said...

So glad you are back and hoping you will stronger soon.

Anonymous said...

It's so good to hear from you again. We were worried after the blog post that just said 'Saturday'. We send our best wishes and hope that you feel better soon.
Wendy (Wales)

Kathy said...

So pleased to see you back, you were missed. Please take great care. Best wishes to you . Kathy Cornwall

Debby said...

I am glad for your post, Pat.

Heather said...

I think we were all missing you and wondering what had happened. Good to know you are home again and no injury was sustained as a result of your fall. Hope there some more sunny days so that you can admire your garden while you recover.

it's me said...

Glad you’re home. You turn the scariest incidences around to positive experiences!

Anonymous said...

Like Gail, Southern California commented, I read your post first thing, to start my day, before the paper. No pressure, just always interested and concerned.. Glad you were looked after well in hospital and are now back home again. Wishing you a speedy recovery..Pam

Bonnie said...

I was getting worried. That had to be a frightening experience for you. It's good to know you are home. Please take it easy and give yourself time to heal.

Celie said...

So very glad you are ok. My best to you, Celie

The Furry Gnome said...

Hope you''re feeling better soon!

Sheila said...

So good to see and read your post! Sending you well wishes!

bristol limey said...

Glad that you did not do more damage,I wish you a speedy recovery. Terry

Joanne Noragon said...

Be well soon!

Tink said...

So glad you are ok - rest well and get better!

Red said...

Sorry to hear that you had a "step backward". We all want to move forward.

LouC said...

So happy to hear that you’re home again enjoying the thoughts of spring. Rest assured that you were missed. The days are so much brighter when shared with you ❣️

Barbara Anne said...

A belated Welcome home to you, Pat. Your wit, wisdom, and can-do words were missed while you were getting fixed. Take good care of you!

Hugs!

Penny said...

Glad you are home. It is not much fun when things seize up. I was worried when you hadn't posted.

Brenda said...

Prayers

Jules said...

It's good to have you home. Rest up. Xx

Maudie said...

So glad you are home and safe. I was worried.

Marie said...

I'm so relieved to know that you are okay and back home, In British Columbia Canada, I was very worried about you. Having read your blog for a dozen years or so, you feel like a friend I touch base with every morning, so take care and get well, keep plugging ahead. Marie

lexie said...

I'm glad you're doing better.

Best wishes for your recovery.

The Weaver of Grass said...

Friends one and all. Thank you sincerely for your good wishes. I am touched by your concern. I feel a little more human and a little more mobile today - I have cancelled everything but my Covid booster next week - everything else can wait.

Minigranny said...

So glad that you are home - take care and get well soon. The Friarage Hospital was lovely when I had an op there in the 1980's. Sheila x

VC said...

You are a similar age to my own mum. Hope you feel better soon!

The Weaver of Grass said...

Friarage hospital is still lovely MiniGranny.

Minigranny said...

I'm glad - I thought it was full of the nicest people ! X

marilyn snell said...

I am so glad to hear you are feeling a bit better and are home again. I enjoy reading your column and was concerned when I didn't see your daily post. You are such a bright spot in the day! Take good care and continue to inspire us all with your can do attitude and zest for life.