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Up to my Knees, Head First

I've written a series of posts related to my recent knee injury. I wrote that for several reasons:

1. They'll explain what happened and why I'm absent from my gigs;
2. They'll be a helpful resource to others with similar injuries;
3. They'll be characteristically witty and entertaining to read, and not become known as "Stringer's Pity Papers";
4. I don't really have much else to do while I've been lying around waiting for this knee to heal;
5. And last, a chronicle for myself and family... the first three won't change much... the last two, I'll try to keep up to date.

PART I - What Happened

PART II - What is a Disrupted Quadriceps Tendon

PART III - Getting Treatment

PART IV - Recovery and Hurdles Along the Way

PART V - Some Life Lessons


I would appreciate comments and reposts.

Thanks

--Jim


Comments

  1. Carole BuhlFebruary 1, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    Hey, Rufus!!
    1. Get well!! We're missing you out here. Besides, Dana needs a break! :)
    2. Keep writing!! Reading your writing is almost as good as hearing your singing.....not quite the same but close! :)
    3. Get the cat to lay on your leg and purr....it's healing! Besides, cat therapy is cheap...food and treats...no cash! (Saw this on Facebook so you know it's true!!)

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  2. Rufus OtisFebruary 2, 2015 at 5:13 AM

    Thanks, Carole... you're right about the kitties... I love those little rascals.

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