Last night I slept very well, had been worried whether I could and would sleep, probably because of writing the letters, did the two important ones on my own, all the Dutch spelling was good.
Our neighbour Willes checked it and said it was good, I sent it per e-mail and this morning Richie went to the Post Office and sent them registered mail.
Have noticed that my confidence has really increased a hell of a lot, since the news that the wound is healed.
It has been noticeable that when I sit in the shower chair I can hold myself a touch better, I brace my hands on my knees and push my back up against the back of the chair, using both back muscles as well as stomach muscles.
My Physiotherapist reckons that a boost in confidence can improve my condition and make exercises easier and more effective.
She likes the idea of me sitting up at the edge of the bed and for Richie to support me, her advice is something for my feet to rest on to stabilise me.
We shall try it later on, feeling a lot more optimistic about life since last Wednesday.
Have been enjoying putting together a guide to some favourite shops and markets in Amsterdam and was surprised that suddenly now I know there is a real prospect of going out again.
Really good to re-orientate myself in Amsterdam and to realise how accurate my memories are really looking forward to the sounds, smells and sights of Amsterdam.
Yesterday I read Marc’s post on his blog
http://www.wheelchairkamikaze.com/2009/10/too-late-smart.html
Here is an excerpt from the excellent post which is well worth reading, Marc's blog is excellent, love reading his posts and seeing his video clips of his trips around New York.
''The only power the past has on you is the power you allow it to have. You must take full ownership of all of the positives that you've experienced and accomplished, learn from all of the negatives, and then kick those negatives to the curb. Forever.''
Read this has confirmed and boosted me tremendously thanks Marc.
Today after the huge electric storm last night there are blue skies and sunshine today which has lifted my spirits even more.
Going to sit and look out of the window and day dream about rolling down the road one day soon.
Happy prospects.
