Bike crash

It's been three weeks since I had a bike crash and hit my head. I've had several crashes in the past resulting in things like a broken clavicle, broken or bruised ribs, and other minor bodily injury, but never any brain impact before. Three weeks after this one my headaches have mostly subsided but my peripheral vision and balance are still off. Of course all the words of encouragement I receive tell me to be patient, and that recovery is always slow. The good news is that I do seem to be showing some improvement each day. Of course my summer plans have changed. My bike touring and camping trips have all been canceled. This is of course a big deal, but gives me more time to spend in the garden which is a good thing. Plus I'll have more time to spend with my granddaughter who will be visiting. So the thought of being off the bike is not bothering me that much.   Indeed incidents like this provide an opportunity to reflect and refocus. For the past more than twenty years bicycle riding has taken up most of my time. Either riding itself, planning rides, maintaining my bikes, or participating in bicycle club events. I can't really see that changing very much, but I realize I need to be open to the possibility. I've already been thinking about trying a recumbent trike if my balance does not come back. And while my goal has been to make it to 80 before resorting to electric assist I know I may need one before then. Of course age is a big factor. Twenty years ago a crash like this would not have kept me off the bike more than a few days. Whatever adjustments I'll have to make were inevitable anyway as old age creeps up on me. So now I've just got to stay positive and navigate the flow of doctor visits, physical therapy, and whatever else I need to do to speed up my recovery. One day at a time.