Get up extra early and enjoy the sight of nature waking up…

Take a break from everything. Sit back, relax and enjoy doing absolutely nothing…

A game of pool is a great way to relax and keep your mind off your pain…

Sudoku or crosswords! There is a FREE one in the newspaper every day or, if you have a large area that you can leave undisturbed for a few weeks, a picture puzzle is a great workout for your mind…

Here is a fun way to enjoy something while standing in one place. Tricky flying these contraptions but once you get the hang of it, loads of fun!

Fold the best paper airplane possible. Try researching folds on the internet, or, even borrow a book from the Library…

The arrivals at a big Airport is always a great place to pass the time and see the amazing aircraft coming and going.  Maybe you can spot a unique Airplane like the Magic Plane.

When your out and about and you come across something funny or notable, capture it and share it with your friends online via your favourite forum. It doesn’t matter if you like hotdogs or not. If you see the Oscar Meyer Wiener truck, you need a picture of it, it is hilarious. Which brings us to the “Treat of the Week” Corn Dogs of course…

Catch up on your school work, or better yet, get ahead. You will likely have to miss a number of days due to Doctor appointments, X-rays and physiotherapy. For the first week, you will have to keep your leg up to prevent swelling which means, you will need to be on a couch or a bed with your leg propped up. Unfortunately, Aliens abducting your homework won’t fly.

If you are in the area of a Comic Con, what a fun thing to check out! Or, you can practice your own Cosplay…

A great place to find inexpensive activites while you are looking for things to do during your recovery…

Pick your favourite card game and practice it until you become so good, you’re ready for the real tables…

Escalators are pretty difficult to navigate on crutches. As soon as you put the crutch on the moving stair, you loose your footing. If possible use the elevator!

Check out your local Convention Centre or Exhibition Halls for trade shows or special events. Maybe your city has it’s own fascinating history or unique event. The Vancouver Convention Centre for instance has on display the 2010 Winter Olympic Medals and Torches …

Auto shows, Trade Shows and other special events are always a great way to get out and enjoy something new. Check and see what you can find coming up during your recovery. The local newspaper is a great place to start…

Rent a wheelchair to get around town. With a broken leg, it can be difficult to stand for extended periods of time. The Wheelchair was a great invention. Don’t be shy, use one! And if you dare, you can pimp your ride. You might as well make it as cool as possible while you have it, best to use removable stickers though…