Go Directly to BED do Not Pass GO! do not collect 2Hundy. LOL sounds like yer going to be unstoppable soon katiepie. Good on ya mate.
Coal Burning XV Rider!
Go Directly to BED do Not Pass GO! do not collect 2Hundy. LOL sounds like yer going to be unstoppable soon katiepie. Good on ya mate.
Every day above ground is a good day!:
The TV collector.
Awesome! 2 days 'till freedom, gonna be a joy full day to be sure. Will keep an eye on this thread to here how you get on...
Hardcore Biker
After 90 days, I have reached my final day in halo traction.
Below I have just copied and pasted this mornings blog from my website. I can't describe how I feel any other way.
***90 Days down, I must complete this last 1.
Posted by Katie-Jane Bowen on June 19, 2011 at 7:43 AM
I have awoken after a full night of 2 hours sleep.
I am confused, and I can't shake it. It is raining outside, and I hear the lovely kind rain drops fall on my iron roof. My dogs sit at the back door whispering mermers to me that they are unimpressed with still being out there. I can hear the birds welcome the new day with the sweetest of tweets.
So why, underneith all of that, can I hear the drone of a helicopter? I sat here in bed for an hour in disbelief of this sound. I tried with all my might to shake it, and bring my mind back to reality. But there it is. In the far distance, as if it has landed. Other noises continue, come and go, but this one is staying and confuses me more by the minute.
Today is officially 3 months (day wise, not date wise) sice my crash. Is my mind really this exhausted to be playing such tricks on me? Am I finally hearing the helicopter that my memory won't allow from the day of my accident? I don't understand it. How do I control my brain on this last day in halo traction?
How long will today be? Will it be kind to me, make me smile and giggle as I so love to do? Will I get everything done in time for my interview, and then be able to spend the rest of my afternoon napping in my lazy boy recliner? My skin on my forehead is so tight. Tighter than it's ever been. And the pin sites are not in a good way. The two front pins have been weaping all night, and I am feeling the after effects of them misbehaving. I now feel around my front left pin, and realise just how much the skin has grown out and along the pin. This is going to be both messy, and very painful tomorrow during removal. I know I'm going to cry, but is that normal? Should I be tougher than that and just adapt to a time of pain? Will my friend drop me home straight after my appointment for me to sit in my house alone, feeling a little flat and lonely? I do not know why I can not control these thoughts today and it seems I have not had nearly enough sleep to battle them.
So much to do today, so little energy to do it. My head aches from these aweful sharp pins screwed into my skull. Tomorrow morning can't come fast enough to get these out of my head and away from me forever.
Who can I talk to tomorrow, and share my excitement with, share my sheer joy with? I know I won't be able to with my friend who is taking me to my appointment as he is a man who rarely allows me to share these things in a serious or humble way. He will however make me laugh right through the whole morning, and see the lighter side of it all. He will be much appreciated for taking me there, and getting me home safely again. But who am I going to share my happiness with? I know that answer to that. My dogs. I know they are going to feel how I am feeling. I know my white german shepherd will allow me to be sooky if need be, happy if need be, or just my usual positive self.
Why won't this sound of a helicopter go away? What a strange way to start my final day.
I want sugar. I want an energy drink and some buscuits. But I have not been to the supermarket this week, and have run low on my supplies. I hope to be able to sneak in there on the way home from hospital tomorrow to get some comfort food that always makes me feel better. I'm a small girl, who eats a lot of rubbish. But it's a simple fact that I feel like some, that I want some today.
I shall have to go without and find other ways to get energy today. I have my interview with the newspaper this afternoon. I am nervous. Not really for what I'll say or how it will go, but at my friends reaction when they realise I have said yes to it. During these 3 months I have learnt a lot about people. I have quietly watched them as time has gone by, and gotten to know people better. Friends, some close friends. Some have simpy left me to it, to get on with it. Others have supported me closely, and been there for me since day one. And others have offerd full support to my face, yet feel I am doing any writing, facebook, interviews etc for attention. It's these people that I am now cautious of with good reason. People always say that it's in true situations like this that we learn peoples true colours. I couldn't agree more. And it has been a learning experience that I have needed in life.
How I long to close my eyes now, lie down in my gorgeous bed and snuggle up. I love to go back to sleep for the morning and allow my utterly exhasuted body and mind to catch up and recharge. But I know that is still a few moments away. I can be patient. I will wait. I will keep smiling, and mean it.
Today is my last day. I have nearly made it. And I am proud to say that I can take almost full credit on that one.***
www.katiepie.webs.com
Fully qualified Sifter.
Nearly there! Best wishes for today. Let us know if you need/want us to bring you anything.Originally Posted by Katiepie
Ps: That noise ain't a helicopter Love, it's the rumble of Jimmy's exhaust. He'll be peeping through your windows again.
Coal Burning XV Rider!
Hope your still in bed when this one shows up on the threads. Rest rest and more rest young missy.
Tomorrow will be here at the same time it always is so don't fret just hurry up and wait.
Good luck with tomorrow, may that nasty ol Nalo be banished for all time, with pain comes crying, its allowed.
Look forward to seeing your report tomorrow Katiepie.
Every day above ground is a good day!
Every day I'm Dumblin'
Good Ol' Katie
Finally getting that Halo off after 3 long months. You've done us all proud. Bet theres a lot off people that will be dying to have drinkies with you after this is all done and dusted.
Take care and binge all you want
Forum whore
Bonjour Katie
Best wishes for today. Take it easy, follow all the medics advice and don't try anything too adventurous until you regain strength - this probably includes staying off bikes for a while.
The day is just beginning here in Bourgueil France. Summer in southern France brings out lots of motorcycles - you may one day be cruising these roads.
Au revoir
Here for the ride.
SEVENFUCKINGFIFTY
All the best for today, saw your story on stuff this morning.
Hibernating
good luck today chick next step on the recovery road
Have toKarma ... Justice catches up eventually !!
mini meeeeeee
Me too, just finished reading it. Incredible article on an incredible lady.
Hope all goes well for the big un-haloing! Even though there will still be challenges ahead your strength, determination and support from family and friends will get you through.
All the very best.
I lahk to moove eet moove eet...
Katman to steveb64
Hardcore Biker
Wow - front page news! All the best for today. You don't know me but I've been following your blog and it's been really moving and inspiring. Your courage in the face of adversity is something we can all learn from!
WELLINGTON: Tag-o-rama
'tart tourmenter
X2 You even made the Taranaki daily news!
Suck, Squeeze, Bang, Blow arent just the 4 cycles of an engine
SH1 rider
+1 on what he (or is it and it for a rusyrobot?) said. Haven't read the article yet, that's next, the boss can wait. Hold on while I dry my eyes after reading your blog. Good luck with the halo, hopefully its removal will allow you to get some proper sleep. You have some great friends and from what I've seen on here there are a few of them that wont mind a damp shoulder should you require it, just watch out for nurse Max and Dr Ratti.
Just a Dog
Nice to read !
See ya out there chick !
A girlfriend once asked " Why is it you seem to prefer to race, than spend time with me ?"
The answer was simple ! "I'll prolly get bored with racing too, once i've nailed it !"
Bowls can wait !
Forum whore
All the best for today Katie.... Vicki and I hope it goes well for you.
Lifes a blast and I suspect no matter what you will find a way to enjoy yourself...
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