Well here I am today 2 weeks post op
total hip replacement surgery.
The past 2 weeks have been a bit blurry...
Strong pain medications which are totally foreign to me
sleeping on my back
swelling in my operative leg and ankle
resting mostly in bed
walking with a walker and a cane
doing exercise that strengthen the muscles which have been comprimised
OH MY! I am a rookie and this feels like a LOT.
Thank you for the kind wishes and emails.
They are most appreciated.
XO
So besides following the surgeons orders I have been:
Reading lots of books and perusing magazines
posting on Instagram
playing Word With Friends
and
Kind of a surprise to me "online" shopping...
It's a surprise because I am an Old School Shopper who likes to go to a store.
I've been a wee bit obsessed with Merit Beauty for a few years...
and I've watched a lot of You Tubers who share their make up routines.
So I took the plunge and ordered an eye shadow in Iris and a blush balm in Cheeky.
They arrived with a darling corduroy bag and a free sample of the Glow Serum.
I tried them out and immediately ordered
Instant Glow serum
The illuminator in Bone which is a concealer/foundation
and
The #1brush
I LOVE the Instant Glow Serum and have been wearing it daily
with no makeup while convalescing.
Here's how it looks.
My Thoughts...
The illuminator feels moisturizing on my dry skin but not oily...
the brush makes it super easy to blend
Added a bit extra on my cheek area which tends to be red due to my rosacea.
I used the Cheeky Blush Balm higher up on the cheek and on my lips.
I have to say that I am VERY impressed.
I've got appointments with the doctor next week and the physiotherapist.
I think they will remove the staples (eek)
assess my mobility and give me some new exercises.
I've got a few months before the statistics claim that I will be 90% healed.
I can hardly wait...
I've dodged a bullet because
The Fashion Police have dropped me off their Radar.
Wearing only baggy soft cozy outfits purchased specifically for this rehab time.
As a side note they are all in shades of grey white and black :-))
I cannot imagine trying to put on my beloved Danish Mos Mosh jeans.
No deep bending and dressing with a surgical bandage would make it a challenge.
I'm already dreaming of wearing my denim shirts and white tees.
Pearls have definitely helped me keep my spirits up!
I've worn them to remind myself that I am still ME.
So I suppose that's enough chatter for my first post "post op."
Thank you for popping by The Humble Bungalow Blog.
~ Be Well and Be Kind ~
Waiting to be Worn....
So happy you are doing well and recovering from your surgery! You have a fantastic attitude and that will make your healing go faster. Enjoy this down time of books and resting...and new make up!
ReplyDeleteTaking it one day at a time! The Merit is great.
DeleteI love your positive post! And I love you are still wearing your pearls. Thank you for the cosmetic reviews, too. Your rehab fashion is so much better than the 4x men's flannel shirt I wore over my arm sling when I had surgery, lol. You just always have style!
ReplyDeleteI really am having fun with the new make up...a little something different is good.
DeletePleased you are doing so well! You have the right attitude for good healing! Speaking from broken femur experience, dr estimates of recovery tend to be accurate..hang in there!
ReplyDeleteI am doing better every day...start physio this week!!
DeleteWhat a positive update! I’m following your progress as I fear I may be headed in this direction one of these days. Your bright outlook has shown the importance of a positive attitude in any health related recovery!
ReplyDeleteI love LOVE love your pearls! I pulled out an old pearl bracelet to wear recently. It had been tucked away for too long! Also enjoying your experience with Merit! Gosh! … you look amazing! I’m tempted to order the Instant Glow Serum.
Thanks for sharing your experience w/ the surgery. Sending you all good thoughts and blessings.
Do not fear the surgery...it takes away that terrible arthritic pain. The Merit Glow serum has rave reviews...pearls are probably my favourites.
DeleteHow wonderful to be on the other side! I'm so glad it's gone well, and will just keep getting better as you heal. You look lovely, as always! You always find the most interesting and unique beauty products. I'm a plain old Cerave girl, but I enjoy vicariously all your finds, and feel happy that they bring you such pleasure. Have a beautiful Sunday.
ReplyDeleteErina
Cerave is a great line....very good results.
DeleteEnjoy the week Erina :-))
Don’t worry, it doesn’t hurt to have the stitches out. I know because I had hip surgery done in 2015. When my friend had her hip surgery a few years later, she didn’t have staples but some sort of “glue”. Hope you continue to heal well. You’ll be dancing before you know it! Hugs, Elaine
ReplyDeleteI was concerned about the stitches or staple removal for nothing...the surgeon GLUED my incision! High Tech Stuff...dancing is a few weeks away Elaine but I will keep that thought!
DeleteI really like your eye liner. Just enough to emphasize. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI like a thin liner...otherwise my eyes disappear...
DeleteYou are, as always, inspiring, Leslie!! Honora
ReplyDeleteThank you my friend XO
DeleteGood luck with your recovery.. it sounds like you are doing well!
ReplyDeleteI am feeling stronger each day...
DeleteSo pleased to hear you are doing well. Not surprised as your attitude is so positive and it makes all the difference. Love the new makeup look.
ReplyDeleteChristy I think my mom gave me that positivity...she showed me how to endure and thrive...leading by example.
DeleteYou look so pretty! I love your eye makeup. May you continue to heal well.
ReplyDeleteI am feeling like I am ready for the next level of "work" the physio appointment is this week and I will get my "marching" orders!!
DeleteI have had two knee replacements. I know how you feel. The exercises are like a full time job!
ReplyDeleteAh so you are an expert! I saw pictures of you dancing on a cruise ship so that's great...we plan to be cruising this summer so I'll have to go to the club!!
DeleteYou will be so pleased you had the hip replaced once you are more recovered - I found it a game changer. A new lease of life!
ReplyDeleteThe intense pain has disappeared which is a miracle...my surgeon says my right hip needs doing too so that might be my goal for next year.
DeleteGlad to hear you are making good progress after your surgery. The merit products look lovely on you as well as your beautiful pearls. Cheers Vicki
ReplyDeleteThanks Vicki...I am finding the Merit a quick and easy application...and I keep it light.
DeleteIt sounds like you're doing great! I am almost 8 weeks post op and so pleased with the results that I've now scheduled my other hip for surgery in May!! I saw my doctor on Wednesday and asked him how soon I could have it done and he saw any time! My recovery has been excellent so far. Hope you heal up quickly!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!! My next hip will be scheduled after the summer. Enjoy the new hip.
DeleteSo glad you liked Merit too! My daughters love it too. I ordered your book suggestion & can’t wait to read. So glad you are doing well. Before you know it you will be scouring resale shops right & left! I wish I were joining you :)
ReplyDeleteI'll be out and about in a few weeks...went to the bookshop today and bought The Correspondent by Virginia Evans and Skylark by Paula McLain...both books are very popular.
DeleteHow lovely to see a post from you. I am going to look at Merit makeup after reading your glowing recommendations. I feel the need for a bit of a change.
ReplyDeleteYou are doing so well post-op. Comfy soft clothing is perfect for recovery. And the pearls add some easy glam.
Good luck with the Merit...hope you like the products. The pearls are a pick me up accessory with my cozy outfits!
DeleteSo pleased to read you are doing so well. Two weeks on and you look lovely. The Merit Beauty products sound wonderful, and online shopping can be a blessing at times. I do like the idea of you special rehab outfits in toning grey white and black; so chic! Keep up the good work and I know you will do beautifully. Take care.
ReplyDeleteThe rehab outfits are warm and soft...cozy was my goal. Am going to be dressing up more as soon as my incision is totally healed. This week I have my physio appointment when they give me the serious exercises...so will be working hard to get back the strength in the muscles that were cut...they mend fast and just need to be used to recover their pre op flexibility.
DeleteGlad to hear you are on the up swing !! Spring sprouting should help as well and ! 🌞🌷❤️🩹🤗. Dawn
ReplyDeleteSpring weather does help as well as the flowers and birdsong!
DeleteWow...you look great! You're an inspiration to keep doing what needs to get done to stay active and healthy, all while wearing pearls! Deb in Austin
ReplyDeletePearls are the motivator...add some to perk up my outfits and it's a mood shifter :-))
DeleteHope that you are feeling more recovered and, in less pain, very soon!
ReplyDeleteThank you...day by day improvements.
DeleteSo happy to hear that you are doing so well! You look fabulous in the photo wearing the Merit make-up!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jeannine...feeling good and getting stronger.
DeleteYou look fabulous! You will be up and back to yourself in no time.👍
ReplyDeleteBionic me....a new and improved HIP
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