Stubborn

Like almost anything in life, balance is important.  I am extremely stubborn, which can be an amazing tool when used in a positive direction.  It can also be a liability when used just because I want something to be a certain way.

I fell at a house at the end of last week.  I’m fairly klutzy and fall often.  It hurt, but I jumped right up.  The homeowner was super concerned, so I assured him that I was fine and finished my appointment.  About a half hour later I wondered why my knee was still stinging.  I pulled up my pantleg and saw the blood running down my leg.  Oops!  It was another hour or more before I got it cleaned up.

It was starting to look infected before my trip, but I had to go!  I threw some Neosporin and some self adhesive bandages in my bag and I was on my way.  Then, it kept getting worse and worse. 

Today I’m back home.  I did a telemedicine call and the doctor said, “Ew” when I showed her my knee 😆  I have two antibiotics now.  And I’m laughing because really, what else can I do now?  I did this to myself!  I don’t remember even praying about this.  I just kept stubbornly telling myself that I would be ok.

Tonight I am thankful for medicine and prayers.  Now that I’m not stubbornly in denial, I’ll be good as new in no time!

PS – here’s a picture of the pretty tree in my yard because nobody wants to see my knee!  Even the doctor! 😆