Because I promised...

...just an update on how I am.

So far the cortisone seems to have helped - my back for the most part is quiet, and the pinched nerve is pretty quiet as long as I don't stand too much. I do now understand why they warn you that the first day or two after the shot that your pain may increase. They didn't lie - but even the increase doesn't make it as bad as Sunday, so I think I can handle it. :D

I did manage to drive just fine today to work - stayed seated for the most part while making sure to get up and move every half-hour or so. My co-workers took me out for a nice birthday lunch, too, so all in all it was a pretty good day. I got just about everything taken care of that couldn't wait until I got back in the office, so now I don't even have to feel guilty about not being there earlier this week.

My vacation time officially starts tomorrow, but I'll be sure to post a quick note when I can just to let everyone know I'm still alive. Cheers!