u/behindthelaughter10

So, I had a good solid 36 hours of not feeling anything, with the nerve blocker put in following my bunionectomy and chevron osteotomy.

Since then, the pain has been manageable and I've been staying off of it as much as possible. Im using crutches, and have all the usual fears i suppose. I accidentally put a lot of weight on it last night, and now I feel it clicking and changing place. I figure I could be overthinking, and will try to be more careful.

I also worry about the amount of blood I see on the bandage, wondering if others have similar results? I was told multiple times, that I probably will see traces of blood and not to worry.

I remind myself that they are professionals and that this is not their first rodeo.

Feeling optimistic, but reserved at the same time.

Again, thank you for the kindnesses.

Photo of my wrap 3 days post surgery, and Cat Tax

Was planning on making a creamy chicken and wild rice soup that I've been craving.

In my haste, and due to the fact that my super hasn't fixed my overhead kitchen light, I pulled two of the above bad boys from my freezer, instead of two chicken breasts.

I've already made the rice separate, and was wondering if their are ways I can pivot this recipe, or try something brand new.

I have all the fixins for my soup.

My problem isn't substituting the porkchop, but when I've done this in the past the pieces turned out dry and almost inedible. Any suggestions? I can maybe try pulverizing them in the instant pot first, so they shred?