Here is a small update on my “Vintage Cats” by Teresa Kogut
As you can see I finished the face and am moving along on the neck ruffle.
I didn’t mention last time, but on Joanie’s cat she opened the eye, instead of having it winking. I did the same on mine. I like it better open than winking. All I did was stitch the eye on the right side backwards, if that makes sense.
Again mine is stitched on Weeks Dye Works 20 count linen in Tiger’s Eye using one strand of perle 5 cottons over 2 threads of linen.
I will be making mine into a weighted stand-up like Joanie’s in THIS POST.
This week has been filled with doctor’s appointments - lots of them. Today I have my “joint class” which I assume they will be telling us what to do and what goes on, before, during and after surgery.
I just hope they don’t show us an actual surgery, I don’t really want to know what goes on, just get my new hip in there so I can start feeling better. 🤞🏻
Let me tell you, whomever may be reading: NEVER take your mobility for granted. I have been struggling (really struggling) going on 2-3 years. I see that now. I’ve lost weight (55 lbs, I have more to lose). I’ve done it on my own. I’ve gone 6 points down on the BMI scale. To me that’s huge, but none of the providers I’ve seen act like it is a big deal. I’ve done it on my own, no help, no drugs just me counting food groups and calories. I was able to exercise up until this time last year. From then on out it has been sporadic and then none at all since June.
This is sad: I don’t even know what it feels like anymore to not be in pain. I am not on pain medication at all. I take Tylenol and Celebrex which that one is for inflammation, not pain.
I hope I find out by the beginning of next year, what freedom from pain feels like- after my surgery and after my recovery.
I hope the joint class goes well and provides you with good information for this journey you are taking so you are able to live and move pain-free. Even though the medical providers don't see the need, it is a big deal that you are taking control of your health by losing the weight and the BMI points. I am so proud of you. You continue on doing it for you and your family (especially for Cora and the future grands). The Vintage Cat is looking awesome. xoxox
ReplyDeleteYou are going to be so happy when your surgery is behind you. I had knee replacement surgery several years ago. My only regret is that I did not have it sooner. Great job on your weight loss. That is huge in my book. Love your vintage cat. Can’t wait to see it finished. I was going to look at your videos again of your cross stitched sweaters by Lila’s Studio and your stand up video and was sad to see they were taken down. Hope you do more videos in the future but I know Cora comes first. Hope all goes well with your surgery. Prayers for a fast recovery.
ReplyDeleteOh dear Vonna I'm so glad I found you again. Hope all goes well with you. Love the stiches. Love, prayers an good vibes all the way from Portugal
ReplyDeletePaula and Rui Lima
❤️ I left social media suddenly, I’m glad you found me too! Love you both!
DeletePraying for you in your upcoming surgery and that your recovery goes smoothly, that you find the relief you deserve, and that you will finally be pain free!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad I found you again. Love your stitches. Wishing you quick recovery from surgery. Was so sad to see all your previous social media accounts closed. You are missed by many. Your Tutorials were just amazing and I definately miss having access to those. Wishing you the best in whatever you do and glad to see you here and so happy to see your stitches!
ReplyDeleteYour cat looks great. Sorry you’ve been in so much pain for so long. Hope all goes well with your class and getting your surgery scheduled.
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