There are things I take for granted that are hard to do with only one good thumb....like hold my toothbrush in my right hand and squeezing the tube with my left like I always do. Paul applies his toothpaste one handed by putting the toothbrush in his mouth....I don't think that's for me.
But there were several things I could do with just one good thumb.....so I focused on....and embraced those today. They included tax prep, other paperwork and computer work...and finally setting up our personal finance books and online files for 2023. I've been avoiding all of these things....and I actually came pretty darn close to enjoying them today.
It also dawned on me today...that I use only nine fingers when I type....my left thumb has no role while typing. Win!
AND.....I spent some time playing at the puzzle table..... because look what I found!
...and just like that....it's a pile of pieces and parts again.
I was down a whole hand about 15 years ago when I shattered my wrist. Try opening the pop up top on a can of catfood! lol. Learned from the PT to hold the can between my feet then use my good hand. 98% better, which is pretty good.
ReplyDeleteOh my! Thanks for sharing your story....I'm smiling as I picture you opening the can between your feet. We do what we need to do! I know there will be habits I have to change once I am healed....I need my hands!!! So glad your so much improved!
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