Awareness of the outside world. It has been pointed out to me that folks in marginalized groups get really tired of having to do Race 101, or Trans 101, or so on. It’s not their job to educate everyone with whom they come in contact, no matter how well-intentioned the questioner. I have a friend who is happy to answer any trans question. But that’s the point, they are a friend and have already demonstrated a willingness to instruct. Leave strangers alone. I could so see myself making this mistake. Hat tip to M.
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Between foot & tack, last walk post was three weeks ago. We continue, although still not back to status quo foot. [Current Lap Count]
Mornings have been group walks lately. Too much rain & subsequent muddy footing for lunging.
We try to get out even if it’s just for one lap. Halters on. Pick feet. Walk to corner. Let go. Horses don’t really understand but cookies are involved, so they’re good with it.
Even a brief walk is a benefit. Airs the people. Deferalizes the horses.
I’m hobbling along. Milton thinks I walk too slow.
Update. Are the walks delaying healing? From comments below.
No. My understanding is that I can’t hurt the foot, not with normal activities. Doc cleared me for biking and swimming. If these are okay, a short walk is fine. Have biked once. No swimming. Short, short bike ride wiped me out, but that could be lack of fitness as much as foot objecting. I just get tired, hard to tell from which.
Alternatively.
Yes. It’s a compromise. I can’t sit on the couch for three months. Might be good for foot. Not good for mind and rest of body. My back is already stiff from so much sitting. Plus horses need to get out. Recovery plans have to be viable for the totality of the patient.
Thanks again for the concern.
Onwards!
Katherine
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