We have a mommy down...Repeat, we have a mommy down

Last Thursday I injured my right shoulder. Unfortunately I wasn't doing anything cool like mountain climbing or sky diving to make the injury sound exciting. I was just putting Ava into her car seat and pop went my shoulder. It hurt pretty bad and I had a hard time lifting my arm to drive home.

At home while Ava napped I rested and thought maybe it would feel better. But, when I got Ava out of her crib it hurt and then I heard another pop as we walked down the hall. At this point I was in a good deal a pain and prayed Rich would hurry home, so he could examine me and help with Ava. Fortunately, Rich got done on time and was home within the hour.

I told Rich what happened and showed him where it hurt. I was scared because I know shoulder injuries can be bad news and at this point I thought maybe I tweaked it pretty bad. Rich diagnosed it as Impingement syndrome. Basically, this means a pulled muscle or tendinitis in my shoulder.

Ava helping me ice my shoulder.

On Friday I was blessed to have my mom come and help me with Ava so I didn't hurt it further. I enjoyed having a break from lifting my heavy little girl and Ava enjoyed having her Nona to snuggle. Ava also loved my mom's little dog, Jake. Thanks mom for your help!!Then this weekend Rich has taken over all lifting, carrying, and the transporting of Ava. He also was a big help with the ward Christmas party. I'm on the committee, but couldn't help with set-up so he did my share of the work. Rich is a wonderful husband and I'm glad he was so helpful this weekend.

I think not using my shoulder these past few days has helped. I still have some pain, but it is nothing like on Thursday. I plan to take it easy this week and use my left arm more. I have learned to not take my shoulder for granted because it makes showering, dressing, and combing my hair a whole lot easier.