Saturday, August 13, 2011

Saturday, August 13

It has been exactly one week since the "event" as the medical professionals refer to it. A short amount of time but yet the longest of my entire life. Today I just feel numb. It is an adjustment for both of us and we have a new life for now. One in which I do most of the talking:). Maybe that is the same actually. I never realized the importance of understanding non-verbal communication until now. Ken communicates with me through his eyes and through squeezes of my hand. A couple weeks ago we had an argument which resulted in both of us not talking much. I remember thinking how could I know what was wrong if we don't talk. I focused solely on verbal communication and ignored the non-verbal that was occurring on both sides. We got over it because it was real minor anyway but in reflection I see how important it is to acknowledge all forms of communication because the words that are spoken only tell a part of the story. Eye contact, facial expression and touching are so important and you have to pay attention to it so you know what a person is communicating to you in case words are not available. I don't know if that makes any sense but this is my blog so it doesn't have to :)

I am getting my hair done today because it is unfair to Ken to have to see me looking ridiculous. it can't help the healing process if he is scared when he sees me. On to the hospital after this. Will update you later!

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