Broken Bones

Walter is currently resting, with his foot up on the stool.   Now I know this is not unusual, but it is for a reason now.  He has a broken small toe and a small crack in his ankle bone.    And he is wearing a very flash 'moon boot'. 

How did he sustain his injuries, you may wonder?  No, nothing dramatic, no sporting injury or even a fall at the gym.   In fact it occurred on the day he put the new shade cloth on the conservatory roof.  Yes, weeks ago.  He missed the bottom step of the ladder as he was climbing down.  And sprained his ankle.  After consulting Dr Google, ice was applied, and with a bit of rest, we thought all would be well.

So for three weeks he walked everywhere, including a whole day walking around Blenheim Palace.   He complained that the bottom of his foot was very sore.  Of course, I told him to just 'get on with' and it will get better in time.

In the end Walter drove himself to the minor injuries unit, where the foot was x-rayed.  The diagnosis; a broken toe and a crack in his ankle.   I went to the unit two hours later, having arrived by taxi.  Naturally he could not drive home.

The plaster has since been replaced by the impressive boot, which is so much more comfortable and he is able to walk easily, and without crutches.

I would like everyone to know that Walter is now being well cared for at home.