Vroom vroom

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Two big things happened today.

1) I drove my car.
2) I cooked dinner.

Both have done wonders to make me feel like my old self. I can't believe I'm feeling so good! My biggest concern is not pushing too hard as to ruin my new hip.

Vroom vroom!

Comments

LH said…
Hi Cass,

I know how good those milestones feel! Keep up the good work!

Laura
May 21, 2008
Anonymous said…
Congrats on your big accomplishments! You must be feeling better-I'm very glad for that! Keep up the good work!
Jo :-)
May 22, 2008
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