Ahhh Friday...I made it to Friday! Got up early and went to breakfast and ready for our last hike. We headed out to Chuchwalla Trail. My knee was really sore and I was really looking forward to this hike - it was supposed to be pretty easy and fun - supposed to be. Our group was about a mile out from the van and had made it to the top of Turtle Rock. I was climbing onto the ledge to get up next to this arch/hole in the side of the mountain - I wanted to have my picture taken and since I'd been pretty fearless this trip and climbed up on every other rock they put me in front of this one didn't seem like a challenge, however...when I hoisted myself up onto the side and sifted my weight to my right foot, my heal slipped off some loose rock on the ledge and I tore my right calf muscle. It made this crazy popping noise and honestly I immediately thought I had a major charlie horse. I had my picture taken then eased my way down the rock. I took a couple of steps and knew something wasn't right. Dennis, one of our amazing guides, slowly walked back to the van with me as I limped along. We iced it and got me back to the resort where Paige immediately sent me on to the Dr. Sadly the Doc confirmed my calf muscle was a torn and put me on a strict elevation and ice regimen for the next 24 hours and as long as my foot doesn't start swelling and hurting I can fly home on Sunday, BUT I have to keep my leg elevated while I fly and go see my Dr first thing when I get back. SO.....I've spent my last beautiful day here in UT inside my room (which is amazing) watching movies and updating my blog. :o)
As much fun as I've had here and - wow - I've learned so much, but as wonderful as it has all been I am definitely ready to head home tomorrow.
No comments:
Post a Comment