Bobbie,
You're certainly preaching to the choir here. Most of us quads have been through the mind-numbing frustration of having to spend extended time in bed. It really can cause a person to go stir-crazy and spiral into depression. Here's my humble bit of advice: you mentioned you wanted to plan something, so my suggestion is to start planning something [or everything!] While laying in bed might be boring, it's a golden opportunity to get your life and "to do list" in order! Make a list of the top-ten places you want to visit. Write down the books you've always wanted to read (have someone check your local library for books on CD). Make a life-plan of where you want to be in a year, 5 years, 20 years. Think of 10 classic movies you've never seen and rent them. Think of friends you haven't contacted in years and surprise them with a letter you've typed or dictated. Go online to Khan Academy and take free, self-paced review classes in math, science, humanities. Go online to Do One Thing and plan to better your community. There are soooooo many things you can do with your time while you're healing. The worst thing you can do is nothing because that's when the negative thoughts creep in. Keep your mind active and productive. Actively visualize your sore healing. Read up on alternative therapies. Stay active in your life! Take control!! Written with love, Don.
