I'm back. Not, really.

I hurt my back. I thought childbirth surpasses all pain. I stand corrected. This one is worse!

I strained my lower back muscles and ligaments for lifting a heavy load of laundry the other day the wrong way. Moreover, been so stressed lately which contributed to increased muscle tension. I should know better (proper body mechanics and all), I'm a nurse, for goodness sake!

My constant companion, Mr. Heatpack keeps me still, along with anti-inflammatories and analgesics, and my superb heat balm; my own concoction mix of chamomile, tea tree and eucalyptus oils in olive oil lotion to my back. My son is assisting me with therapeutic exercises and it's helping heaps. I think I might have to start looking into an exercise regimen I have put off for years!

Cute Little Peanut slipped in a "get-well" card this morning. I'm feeling much better now.

Have a wonderful, "injury-free" weekend, friends!