Surgery

 Surgery was successful! It's day 3 and I have less and less pain every day. My brother and dad went a little overboard with the entertainment set up in my bedroom - tv, dvd player, playstation, laptop, and coming soon - netflix! (I've been too busy sleeping to use any of it yet) My mom and dad have been truly amazing, helping me get comfortable and making sure I have everything I need. Although, mom gave me a bit of attitude the other day when I refused a glass of apple juice she'd brought upstairs (I specifically asked for crushed ice) 

 It's great to be settled in my own bed after a long, but beautiful drive home. I had my surgery in Banff with the Canadian Team's surgeon, Dr. Heard. He did my last surgery as well and he's awesome. Although we are always disappointed to see each other. The official procedure he performed was the same as last time; an ACL reconstruction with an allograft and contralateral hamstring - which means a small piece of hamstring from my other leg was used. Apparently it helps to have a few of your own cells in there along with the cadaver. Unfortunately, it makes stairs quite difficult having had both legs operated on. 

I feel like I'm in a pretty positive place but there is no denying that being in pain, relying on other people, and not being able to do a whole lot straight up blows. I've found that I pretty much have the best situation I could have in a less than ideal situation... if that makes sense. The next few days will be all about resting, icing, and letting my body adapt to its new ACL. Physio starts in about a week! 

Thanks to family, ski friends, home friends, coaches, and staff for the non- stop support, encouragement, and check-ups. It helps knowing I have so many positive and healing vibes being sent my way. You're the highlight of my day! (next to all this extra cash I'm making selling my left over percocets)

Making preparations

so they operate on the correct leg...