Saturday, October 24, 2009

Rough Waters Ahead

It's going to be some unsteady waters in the months ahead for the Hejnas.

As you all know, I am on the road to recovery from my back surgery. I hurt a lot, but each day seems to get a little easier. I just can't wait to get to leave my house for even a lunch out!

Some of you know Work Comp has decided the payment for my surgery will have to be fought for in court. They are trying to say my injury was not a result of my traffic crash a year and a half ago. We all know differently and we will fight for what is right. SO, I am off work for at LEAST three months without pay. Not entirely sure how the mortgage will get paid, but we have a few ideas.

Then, I learned this week, The City of Alton is officially broke. In the paper they reported that at least 4-5 officers will be laid off by April. I am #6 from the bottom and talk is that they are not sure how safe my job is.

What's that saying-When it rains it pours? Well, I guess we should put out our buckets these days. We're giving it up to God and leaving the worrying to him. It will all work out in the end, we're sure.

We are very lucky to have such good family and friends. Thanks to all who have stopped in to visit since the surgery or sent cards, food, or something else. We love you all!

Monday, October 12, 2009

Impending Surgery

I haven't been on here in a while. Wednesday I am going under the knife. I have tried not to whine, but it has really sucked for a while.

So, Wednesday I will be having disc replacement surgery in my lower back. Discs L4-L5 and L5-S1 will be removed and then replaced with a prosthetic.

I am not allowed to leave my house for 3 weeks and I will be off work for at least 3 months. The doctor said he would rather me be off the full 4.5-6 months, but I don't think I can afford to be off that long since Worker's Compensation has recently said they don't want to pay me.

Either way the surgery will happen and I will fight it out in court later to try to get them to pay the debt we are about to incur. Please keep me in your prayers and if you get bored, I'll be here.