Wednesday, July 18, 2007

First Day of School...Post-Op

Emily offered to give me a ride to school, so did Irene and Mark, but I ended up driving myself to school for the first time after my surgery. The reason for it was because I had to go to USC University Hospital to take Leslie home.

That poor girl fracture her left elbow and sprained her wrist from roller-skating last Friday. Her both knees were so bruised up. Thank god that she didn't need to have surgery nor cast. I hope she likes physical therapy, though. =)

With my help, Leslie also get her temporary handicap placard at the AAA on Figueroa and Adam. She was very happy about all the parking privileges that come with this placard. For us, getting this placard is bitter-sweet. I mean...who would rather be handicapped just so he/she can have all those privileges? Then, we went to have fried chicken for lunch and watched Harry Potter afterward - great lunch and fun movie!!

When I got to school, I was hurrying to first go to the health center to get the receipt for my walking boot and crutches as well as to go to Annenberg digital lab to print out my focus group assignment and presentation notes. I had to do that all before 5 PM, using crutches. The weather was hot and I was sweating like a pig. Next week, there is no way I am going to bring along my super heavy laptop with me. Sure, it's a workout and I haven't been able to hit the gym, but I don't want to risk falling.

One hour before class, Sophia and I were in the Annenberg east lobby. Irene and Emily later joined us before walking over to GFS for class. Sophia bought me water and Irene bought me coffee. They are such sweet friends. When class started, some students asked about what happened to my leg. For a little bit, I did feel like a celebrity, as all the attention was focused on me. "How nice!" I thought. =)

When I came home, I saw Mark's car was there. It turned out that he and Warren (Rod Stewart's nephew) were hanging out at our apartment. I, of course, sat down and visit as well. We had a great time. I hit the sack early, though; after all, I am still a patient.

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