Good morning! I hope this message finds all of you well and happy.
 
A lot of people have asked about recovery, and I thought I would respond in today's letter.
 
I feel far, far better than I did in the hospital. The wracking cough is nearly gone - it just pops up on odd occasions now, and I don't need a round-the-clock cough syrup. That means my ribs and my head and my abdomen all feel better since they don't have that constant excruciating strain.
 
My lungs still have a long way to go, though. I didn't require supplemental oxygen when I left the hospital, but I am supposed to monitor my 02 stats throughout the day. All was going well then a couple of days ago, I started feeling a bit weak and dizzy. I realized my 02 was dropping too far when I was up and around, and wasn't in the upper 90s when I was sitting still.  Apparently, this is my signal to "rest more." I spent the last two days only doing minimal things on my feet, and things are improving. I didn't expect to face a full week after being discharged, but I guess this is my time in life to finally learn patience.
 
Without the cough medicine and pain relief, my head is finally more clear, so I can start working a little bit. I added a new chapter to Haven Hill (read it here) and hope to keep working on that during my downtime.
 
Even though it doesn't really feel like autumn outside currently, I'm leaning into it. It's September. The month ends in "brrr," after all! That's autumnal! I have my favorite mellow fall playlist on repeat, I have some acorn squash to cook this week, and my daughter is planning on making a cozy shepherd's pie tomorrow. When the sheets were changed, I brought out my cuddly mauve faux fur comforter (yes, it's as over the top as it sounds and I love it!), and I ordered a ridiculous snack - a Dunkin Donuts/Goldfish collaboration that is pumpkin spiced graham fish. Better than it sounds, trust me! No actual fish were harmed in the making of this snack. I plan to crumble some up on vanilla yogurt with apples.
 
All in all, I'm focusing on little things. Books to read, time spent with family, tasty meals, and a baby blanket I'm crocheting for my daughter's best friend, who is expecting a girl. Focusing on what I *can* do is helping me to be more patient about all that I can't do. Next week will be busier, with doctor's appointments and follow-ups on stuff I missed when I was in the hospital.
 
All of your kind messages, good vibes, and prayers have helped so much to lift my spirits, and that is such an important part of healing. Thank you so very much for it all.
 
Stay safe.
Be happy.
 
Love,
Daisy

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