I am in pain.
Considering I gave birth drug-free and have run races (including marathons) on a whim with little to no training, comparatively-speaking, I have a pretty high pain threshold. So when I say I’m in pain, I’m genuinely, tragically in a lot of pain.
As a working mom with zero work from home privileges, I’m a sucker for shortcuts and timesavers, which is why most of the books I ‘read’ are actually read to me. I can commute/walk and ‘read’ at the same time, which is totally awesome.
On my commute, I’ve seen people zipping by in scooters and I got the zany idea that I could do the same. It would essentially shave 10-15 minutes off my commute! A no brainer, right?
The problem is that I can be sort of a klutz, coupled with the fact that I have atrocious hand-eye coordination. The first day I brought my nephew’s Razor to work, I confidently zoomed half-a-block before I hit a groove in the Financial District and launched my 90 pound frame into the air. I instinctively threw my hands in front of me to cushion my fall and ended up spraining my left hand and deeply skinning the knuckles of my right hand. You know how cartoon characters have stars circling their heads whenever they crash? That’s exactly how I felt. I swear to God my vision twinkled over with stars. I sat on the pavement, stunned, scraped, bleeding…pretty much incapacitated for a few minutes.
Ever since, I’ve been trying to give myself some TLC and also nursing a bruised ego. I am not a kid anymore. I am freaking 40 years old. Walking is good. Anything beyond that is off-limits!
Aw, Catherine, I hope you are feeling better soon. And I totally get it though as I am a klutz and always have been, but getting worse with age here I must say!
Oh I feel it! I rarely ever feel pain. Ever. And I gave birth naturally once and with drugs another time.
I totally tripped down the street a few weeks ago and hurt my ankle. It was ridiculous.
Ouch! I suppose it could have been much worse, but I’m sorry you are banged up.
I stick to walking on my own two feet; I have enough of a challenge staying upright even then!
Bless your heart! I would never try that…ever!
Reminded me of a horrible bike accident I had many years ago. I love bike riding and am great at it. I remember following my mother’s childhood instructions to look left and right before crossing the street. I did just that before crossing the bike path. The coast was crystal clear and I proceeded. Midway, something hit my bike and I was flipped way up into the air. I remember three twirls before landing on my tailbone and wrist.
Thank God I didn’t crack my skull or break my neck, legs or arms. The idiot got out of his car and said, “Maam, you hit my car.” Thank God there were witnesses who helped me get a nice settlement.
Moral of the story: it could be worse and no more scootering for you lady!
Okay, well first of all… HIIIIII!!!! I’ve missed you and it’s so good to be back here today though I’m SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS!
I’ve always wondered about these things. I used to have a 10-15 minute walk to the train station in the morning and would see people zip by me on these things but I was always terrified to try. I am also blessed with the klutz gene, and based on this story, i will stay far, far away 🙂 Hope all is well with you, momma! XOXO
Yep we can’t afford those kinds of falls anymore. Not only that, somebody is probably watching for you so they can put you on youtube next time. I have not dared tried my son’s scooter, not even in the driveway. I’m not coordinated enough.
I’m glad that you didn’t break anything! It’s tough coming to the realization that there are certain things that are best left to those younger than us. Just wait until you are my age – that list gets a whole lot longer!!
OMG! Glad you’re OK!! Those things can be incredibly dangerous – I’ll stick to driving and/or walking thanks. Hope you’re getting some much needed rest and drugs, take the drugs. 😛 Have a great one Catherine and be careful!! Heal well -Iva