I'm a lumberjack and I'm okay

[greatbear]

The cursed tree is no more. Jeff and I dispatched it this morning in a couple hours time. And I'm not even the worse for wear to boot. So, it's not just one glaring reminder of events from the past that has been eliminated, but a hopeful sign that I am going to return to my old self once more.

I have still a lot of cleaning up to do in the area where the tree fell. It broke up or damaged several bushes and small trees when it came down, plus there is a lot of weeds and brush that came up around the neglected area all spring and summer. There is also the huge root and base that will have to be dealt with in the future. I can handle that later by renting a stump grinder. I have to cut down some other damaged or dead trees as well, so I will do that before dealing with the stumps.

I'm looking forward to the me that I used to be. :)

Comments

[kirbymiles.livejournal.com]

Glad the tree did not win :) I also hope this is a sign that things will be back to normal and you will not have to suffer anymore.

[notdefined.livejournal.com]

Exactly what part of take it easy did not make it into your doctor's recovery orders? Please be careful Phil..

[mcbulldawg.livejournal.com]

I tend to agree with you here. Keep going forward Phil, don't reset yourself! Be careful.. please!!!!! Hugs and such!!!!

[theoctothorpe.livejournal.com]

I DEMAND PICTURES OF SWEATY LUMBERJACK PHIL!

[putzmeisterbear.livejournal.com]

It's great to hear you are getting active again. Just don't hurt yourself in the process. (I worry, it's my nature.)

[furr-a-bruin.livejournal.com]

I'm so glad you're getting your confidence back - and echo those who are worried you might be doing too much too soon. ;) You've had this particular victory; savor it! :)

[jkusters]

Yay you! Great job! (Just be careful not to overdo it and set yourself back... 8-)

[ciddyguy.livejournal.com]

Indeed, just pace yourself and let things gradually recover in their own time, nothing worse than overdoing it and finding yourself back to square one.

[maxauburn.livejournal.com]

I agree with the others here, Phil... glad you were able to clobber the tree!

But take it easy.

For your own sake.

[beastbriskett.livejournal.com]

Your post fills me with awe and worry.
Taming the tree at last, I'm betting your sense of satisfaction is palpable.
You took care with your efforts, I'm sure, but I hope you give your body a break for a while. You don't want more scar tissue than you've already grown.
(/worry-wart mode)