Author Archives: lili@bamboostrong.org

It is my 39th birthday and a lot has happened in a year. We hosted a potluck party at this time last year and I was very happy to have all my friends gathered together but my smile was hiding … Continue reading →

Yes that’s me; 4 screws, 2 rods, and bone growth! My surgeon says that the fusion is a success judging from the results of my x-rays. Dr. Smith is very proud of me and is happy with my progression during … Continue reading →

With a clear mind and a strong body, I’m ready to go back to work and hit the ground running! After a good one year break, I am now rested, rejuvenated, motivated and stronger than ever; both physically and emotionally. … Continue reading →

What an awesome day it is for me: my advanced physical therapy feels more like a workout these days. I have gone from basic abs tightening, to low impact repetitive exercises, to Pilates machines, and now I’m actually breaking a … Continue reading →

I’m back in physical therapy for advanced exercises. I’m working hard and it feels good. I almost feel like I’m exercising at the gym as I’m actually breaking a sweat and raising my pulse; I’m finally burning some calories! I … Continue reading →

 I made it; 7 months from surgery and I’m finally off of the pain medication! I had no idea that it would take this long to wean off the Hydrocodone. Prior to my back surgery I thought that I would … Continue reading →

It’s that special date that happens only once a century! On top of that it is full moon so many babies are being born; yes, apparently that is true. For myself, I have reached the 6 month mark since my … Continue reading →

I had a great vacation and I feel like a new woman but it sure is nice to be back home! I am recharged, I got my energy back, and I have new resolutions. I feel better both emotionally and … Continue reading →

Just back from a 3 week vacation in my homeland of Québec! I had cabin fever really bad and had to get out of town. It didn’t take me long to buy my plane ticket after getting the O.K. from … Continue reading →

“Red Flowers Trio” I painted this for my parents as a present for their new home. For a while now I have been feeling an inner void and recently my desire to create have come back to the surface! I … Continue reading →