Tuesday, February 09, 2021

Sitting can be productive...


Look at yesterday's haul! More than half of our aged hens contributed yesterday; they are averaging over three eggs a day so far this month.

My production will be of a more fibery sort. So far this month I've put 27g of ply-on-the-fly Finn on my 17g Big Leaf Maple Delight; it's full as a tick so tomorrow I'll start a new turtle.


In the next couple of weeks I'm going to have a lot more time to spin. Today I went to see a plastic surgeon to whom we were referred by a retired doctor client of Rick's. He examined my leg, felt confident that it would likely resolve with draining, wrapping tightly, and inactivity, and proceeded to stick an 18-gauge needle in it to aspirate the fluid within! As shocking as that sounds, the surface area is still numb; I didn't feel a thing. Keeping the wrap on (always) and being inactive for two weeks will be much more difficult. No walking (not even to the barn to feed), no riding, no dog agility classes, no housework, no heavy lifting; 😳 Rick is already complaining about all he's going to have to do. 🙄 But he initiated this appointment and thinks I need to comply, so he's going to have to 'suck it up, buttercup'!





Poppy is already going stir-crazy with less active engagement from/with me. That green ring above? Already destroyed. I'm hoping she can play with her friend Glory tomorrow, here or at Glory's house. After tomorrow, our weather is supposed to turn wintery again; just how wintery remains to be seen.


That's it for now from . . .


10 comments:

Leigh said...

Beautiful eggs!

Sounds like good news about your leg. Being patient for healing to occur is always a trial of sorts. But you've got something productive to do!

Poor Poppy. Trying so hard to be good while waiting for her next play date.

Retired Knitter said...

Gosh ... good work you chickens! You don’t know how close you were to a dinner plate!!

“Suck it up butter cup” had me laughing out loud. Glad there is a nonsurgical option. Hope it works. Even though your husband will find this the longest 2 weeks of his life - I think you will find it even longer. You are used to an active life. Hope this set back improves really quickly.

Tim B. Inman said...

Your egg story explains my dilemma exactly. I know in my head that the hens are old and need to be put to better use. Then, they start laying again. Then, my heart over rides my brain and I reconsider and give them a reprieve. Then, they get older and lay less. Then I find myself running a rest home for animals - again. But we do it anyway. Enjoy them all you can.

Being forced into inactivity would be my definition of hell. I'm afraid I'd go stir crazy pretty fast. We're having below zero temps this week (47F one week ago!) and snow. Annie didn't even get one Ranger ride yesterday, and got into the trash last night to show me her displeasure. Hang in there!

Mama Pea said...

I can't imagine you being inactive for two weeks. But, of course, it's necessary to avoid further complications to your leg and you've simply got to do it. I hope Rick survives your enforced rest period. ;o) Even though we live with another person, we really have no idea what that other person does on a daily basis until WE have to do it. Gather baskets of all your supplies for handwork. You're gonna get a lot done!

Michelle said...

Yes, Leigh, I was happily surprised that it was a "one and done" thing with my leg, although I do go back next week for a check-up. Maybe if I'm REALLY good he'll decide I don't need to stay inactive another week???

Glad to provide some entertainment, Elaine! I could provide you with some eggs if you were closer, too. A neighbor is coming by for two dozen today; good thing the girls started laying again because chicken feed just increased in price around here.

I think animals are much more enjoyable alive than dead, Tim. I've heard movie tickets are (were!) expensive, so I guess feed and work are our pay for the enjoyment of watching feathered and furry creatures enjoy life around us.

I can't imagine me being inactive for two weeks either, Mama Pea! Although true to my "imagine everything to be prepared" mindset, I HAVE pondered similar scenarios, so I know I can keep busy. It's been a long time since I've allowed myself the indulgence of reading a whole book just for fun! But first there is a graphics job for a client, a pile of socks and gloves to mend, wool to spin, blogs to write....

marlane said...

Oh no I did not realize that your leg was that bad... did I miss something. Wishing you a speedy recovery !!

Mokihana said...

I'm glad your leg is getting better, but the rest is so important. Is that because of the hematoma? I'm assuming it is. Those eggs are so beautiful; when we had chickens we got the green ones, but never pink. Those are gorgeous!

Take good care of yourself during your time of rest.

Mokihana

A :-) said...

Glad you saw the doc - and that must have been a surprise to have it drained on the spot! Rest, my friend. I know you're not great at it, but it's best for you for now :-) I know you'll be good as new soon!! :-)

Alanna M said...

Ugh! That's a total bummer. I ended up with an emergency c-section and will be out of commission for 6 weeks - so I feel your pain. Luckily I am able to walk, but no horse chores or anything like that. :(

Michelle said...

Marlane, it wasn't immediately clear that it WAS that bad. Thought I just had the worst bruise of my life, but in fact had sustained a type of 'closed degloving' injury called a Morel-Lavalée Lesion.

Mokihana, see comment above. Trying to take care, but even my 'inactivity' may be too much. The bandage had slid in spite of some tape Rick added; we had to re-wrap it this morning.

Yes, I WAS surprised, A! But thankful, as 'one and done' should reduce the cost.

Oh Alanna, I had no idea about the c-section! I suspect that means you're not even supposed to pick up your beautiful new bundle of joy, since he weighs more than a gallon of milk. YOU take care, rest up, and heal!