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Mo

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If you don't see any WIW from me for a while, it's because I am housebound.
I managed to get through my half marathon relatively pain free only to fall off a bike the very next day and twist my ankle badly. So . . . . I am right now relegated to PJ's hoping to soon move on to loungewear for who knows how many weeks. Sigh. But at least I won't have to worry about spring trends - it should be summer hot by the time I emerge from my cacoon! I will have to live vicariously through you all and your outfits.

(The race itself was a great time - I just should have left the bike rental alone!)

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lyn*

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You poor thing! *hugs* Feel better soon!!!!

catgirl

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WHAT!?! I just mailed you the wrap dress! I am so sorry to hear you are laid up! How did your race go? Were you pleased with your time? How long do they think you'll be out of commission?!

celia

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That's great that the race went well, not so good about the ankle.Lots of huggs and well wishes for you.
We'll try to keep you going here in the forum,and turn you into the most fabulous pj's wearer ever.I know we can make it happen.

Mo

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Thanks so much Una. I finished my race in 2:18:01 and had just minor aches and pains. Wouldn't you know I'd wreck the bike by catching the streetcar tracks right before our fancy Valentine dinner plans! I don't know how long I'm out of commission - I haven't gone to a doctor. But I can't walk on it and it's pretty swollen and bruised so I'd guess at least several weeks. I'll be sure and at least wear the dress in the house once I get to where I can put some pressure on the foot. (I don't want to crawl around with it and ruin it!)

Jenava

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Oh, MO! That's awful!! Boo Hoo for You. )-:

PS. Go see a Doc, my dear. What if it's broken?? My aunt broke her foot and didn't get it set, and now she can only wear lace up sneakers because of the way it healed.

catgirl

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I agree, you need to see a doctor - even a hairline fracture can mess you up for future running and other activities. I've sprained both my ankles and they are always a bit weak. At least go get an x-ray!

Elly

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Goodness Mo, how long has it been since you hurt it? If it has been more than a day or two and you still can't put weight on it you need to go see the doc! I have fractured bones before without even having any bruising, swelling, or serious pain-- so yours could very well be something that needs tending.

Deb

Oh Mo! :o(

I am so sorry to hear this! At least you finished the race - and well done! Pity about the dinner ... esp. considering all the group angst that went into picking your outfit ,,, :-O ... but you accomplished what you set out to do in New Orleans, and that deserves huge kudos and a hug.

Sounds to me like you need that foot looked at, though - if you haven't already, of course.

Again, big round of applause on the race!

RandomThoughts (Andrea)

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Oh no! Are you going to be able to work?? IIRC, you tend bar which is an on your feet kind of a thing!

Lots of healing thoughts... (and yeah, go to the doc's!)

Michelle

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Oh Malina, that sounds horrendously painful!!! Please take good care of yourself! Stay off your feet, get friends to bring you good books/fun dvds of tv show seasons/anything else that amuses you, and allow us to give you your vicarious fashion fix!
*hugs*

Michelle

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P.S. Um, yeah, to the doctor with you, please!!

rae

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Poor thing! Take care, and please get your injury looked at! We will miss your WIWs in the mean time.

Ginkgo

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So sorry to hear that --I had been looking forward to hearing about your race and Valentine's luncheon. Hope you have a speedy recovery!

Jenava

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So...does that mean you didn't get to wear your outfit? *sniff* sooo sad. )-:

Aunty

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Oh poor you!! Be gentle with yourself, but please please do get to the doctor. Let us know how you get on. Lots of huggs.

Louise

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Oh no! Take care and rest up and please do go to the doctor, like Jenava says you don't want to be wearing sneakers forever!! x

Lynne

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Malina, I can see you at the docs "I only came to make sure I don't have to wear lace-ups for the rest of my life!"

Congrats on the race, and bummer about the restaurant! 2:18 is a great time. I seem to remember you have posted cute jammies in the past

AJ

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Congrats on finishing the race with a good time!

Ouch! Yes, PLEASE have your injury checked out by a doctor. We will miss your WIW while you're out of commission.

Bluebell

Well done on your race but oh no on your injury!!! you poor thing *hug* That's got to mean a diet of chocolate for a little while I think ;o) xx

Debbie

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Please have your ankle looked at. Sorry this happened.

RoseandJoan

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Rest up and remember you do not need to go outside to dress up, if it makes you feel better while your ankle is recovering do it.

Angie

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Oh, Malina! I'm so sorry. How grim and awful. You poor sweet thing

I really hope you heal quickly and get out of the house occasionally. Take care and we are here if you need us. (((HUGS))).

Tricia

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Oh, I'm so sorry, but good for you for the half-marathon! I hope you heal quickly!

kellygirl

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Oh no! Hope you're feeling better soon, Malina! Sending healing thoughts your way.

Velma

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Mo, get in and HAVE IT X-RAYED!! The bruising and swelling sound like a fracture to me, especially if you can't bear weight on it. Seriously, don't delay . . .

Mo

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I suppose the silver lining is that I did it AFTER the race lol! And FWIW, we got all dressed up in our clothes anyway and dined on the terrace by the pool of the hotel. The BF carried everything (me included) up there one trip at a time! It was extra sweet, actually.
And thanks to the gentle prodding of you concerned ladies, I have an appt this afternoon at the chiropractor (I have neither insurance nor a regular doctor) to get it xray'd and looked at. Luckily I am off work for now so that is not an issue.
Thanks for all the kind words and wishes for a speedy recovery!

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teri

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Mo................. OMG, that looks so painful. Hope everyting is ok and you get to feeling better soon.

MsMary

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Yikes! That's a nasty looking injury! I'm glad you're going to get it looked at!

And how sweet of the BF to make the romantic dinner on the balcony!!

Sending you all my very best ankle-healing hugs!!!

Queen Mum

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oh wow... that looks painful. best wishes for a quick recovery.

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