Feeling better, well emotionally at least

I was pretty down after the diagnosis. Then the occupational therapy was shocking. Then the results of the MRI (erosions confirmed) was just the last straw. On top of everything, I was still not on any treatment. I felt like I was in limbo.

Yesterday, though, I started methotrexate. I am on half the maximum dose for 2 weeks then I bump up to the max (20mg). This is taken once a week, so I decided Monday night would be my dose, then all day Tuesday I can rest.

I finally picked up my knitting last night. I hadn't knitted since Thursday's knit night. I am working on a short sleeve tee. I can't wait to wear it. I used Elizabeth Zimmerman's percentage raglan as the main pattern, but I adapted the shape using the techniques in Big Girl Knits. Waist shaping and bust darts along with lower rounded neckline. (not too low though!)

Therapy update

I saw the occupational therapist yesterday. He is very thorough. I cannot say enough about OSFs therapist's professionalism and knowledge. I had a bad experience at Methodist's physical therapy so I am very glad that this will be a good one.

The only thing is... Occupational therapy was so depressing. They gave me a foam tube for me to put my silverware in to hold it while I eat. " don't grasp anything between your index finger and thumb. uh... how am I going to knit?

I know that being worried about knitting, of all things, sounds very trivial, but knitting is a huge part of my life. It is my therapy, social outlet and my passion. It makes me happy.

My goal with RA is... what ever I need to do to keep knitting.

I have a wonderful friend who told me that she would duct tape the needles to my hands and hold my hands and we will knit together. I am not a tearful person, but that about did me in :)

Wow, I'm moody

That last post was depressing! I've been really moody. That is not like me at all. I'm a roll with the punches kind of person, but I think this is more like grief.

Today, though, I am happy. I am going to lunch with a good friend and it is sunny (but hot, so we'll stay indoors).

Today is a new day

A good night's sleep is amazing. I didn't do any house work today. Also, I was supposed to go to my mother's to meet with my sister for her birthday. What I did do was dye roving. It was fun and I will have pictures up soon on my blog for the shop.