Exploratory Laminectomy with Dr. Schievink at L2,3,4: 8 Weeks Post Op

Injury from epidural one year ago. 6 failed patches later (including fibrin). Surgery at Cedars Sinai: small puncture, tear, and angry inflammation found, covered with duraflex and fibrin.

Recovery is not linear. Thought I ruined repair when pain returned weeks out; tried Diamox and head was clear within 24 hours. At 5 weeks had bad bronchitis with heavy coughing; feared it ruined repair but held; rebound high pressure, Diamox helped again.

Started PT at 6 weeks - very weak, was a runner, starting from slow walk. Upright with little girls all day, energy and clear head. Not everything I used to do yet, but gratitude for little things. Mommy is not in bed today.