Dear O Should Know Fans –

Yes, I’m sure you have noticed that I’ve been an absentee blogger—something I had no intention of doing.  On March 26, I underwent back surgery and for some reason thought this would mean I’d be an “extra good” blogger.  The optimist I am, I just knew the recovery time would allow me to spew words galore.  And, with the help of the pain meds, the words would be extra witty and insightful.

Well, as you have seen—that was NOT the case.  Now, don’t think I didn’t do SOME blogging.  I did.  But, those words were not for publication (according to my husband).  He recommended that my drugged up prose was not for sharing.  And, looking back.. . .I’m glad I heeded his advice (for once).  My often-inappropriate voice become extra inappropriate—although, I’d have to say it was some of the funniest stuff I’d ever spewed.

Anyway, I’m back.  My surgery did not go as well planned in terms of recovery time.  And, I found out for the first time that ungodly pain in one part of your body affects all other parts of your body. . .especially your brain.

This past week was my first good week since the surgery.  I’m finally not regretful that I let someone slice open my body (only because I can feel part of my left foot—something I have not done since mid-December).

And, never fear. . .I did keep up with my fruits and vegetable pledge.  I was forced to skip a few days when I was hooked up to IV’s in the hospital, but someone brought me bottles of fruits and veggies that I could swig twice a day in a cool little shot glass.  No, it was not wine—it was something called MonaVie and it is said to give you all of your fruit and vegetable servings in these two shots (daily).   And, even though I’m not sure about the claims, I’d have to admit I sure have felt good since I started swigging away.

I also started drinking gallons of water every day as pain medication is like cement.  That is a DIRECT quote from my doctor (and, a complete understatement).  I learned my lesson the hard way (uhmmm, literally).

Tonight I’m all good.  Still recovering, but ready to get back after things related to my writing.   I also updated my “Dear Ann Landers” updates on the blog tonight.  I should have some amazing news soon that I’m hoping to share about a life-long goal and dream I’ve been chasing.  No, it’s not an appearance on Oprah (although that would be cool)—but it is something I’ve been working towards for the last couple of years.   O, the suspense. . .