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Had surgery on a broken foot and am getting some post-op depression as i can't do anything anymore. 2 weeks of bed rest. how to cope?
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Try some BBC.: How about a British comedy: "As Time Goes By", "Keeping Up Appearances", "Are You Being Served", "Open All Hours" or even "Last of the Summer Wine".
Answered 8/3/2015
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Bed rest: Are you taking classes right now? If so, then make use of your time while you are in bed and read ahead. By keeping yourself occupied, you won't even notice time passing.
Answered 8/3/2015
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