Hmmm, Activity,
There is nothing new on the audio front and there probably won't be anything for many months
. At the end of December I purchased a better video camera to create a decent documentary for the 1801C cabinet plans. I was fairly excited about this, but my excitement didn't last long. About 2 days later I "sprung" my right knee in physical therapy
. Isn't physical therapy supposed to help
. The result was a fluid pressure in the joint that wouldn't allow my knee to fully extend. I learned to hobble/limp quite well. There was no external swelling, but the internal swelling became worse with use.
I spent most of the following 4-6 weeks with my knee elevated. During this time I had an MRI and a visit with Ortho (2 days ago). The doc didn't know why my knee was filling with juice, but did convey that I have a low grade arthritis in my knee
. My running days are over. This is very discouraging.
The internal swelling has dissipated and I am back to being somewhat functional, but my focus for the next several months will be moving. I have a few projects that NEED to be accomplished before we list our home for sale. A move will follow, and our next home will most likely (??) have a place for a workshop, but setup and assembly will take considerable time. I don't expect to be active in the workshop until next winter. There are many variables involved and having a marginal knee will slow matters considerably. I am not sure how effective I will be. Today I used my elliptical trainer for 10 minutes. After 5 minutes my knee tightened-up somewhat. It was my first exercise/activity in about 2 months.
Please understand that I feel blessed in my life in many regards. I am retiring from the military in a few weeks, my limbs are attached, my family is very solid, and my wife is very happy. I am more fortunate than most G.I.'s.
Sincerely,
Dave
