The weird part is that I am writing this from the blood and marrow transplant unit here at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital where I recieved my stem cell transplant and where I am usually taken when I have complications. Unlike other times in the past, I am just here as a visitor to say hi to the staff of physician assistants, technician, doctors and ,of course, the Rescue Ninjas (RNs). They got startled when I came by because they thought I was sick again but instead I just wanted to visit and used there family lounge for some piece and quiet. Either way, it is great feel so welcome and realize that there are people that truelly care about my well being. That is those beyond my family that are legally required to care no matter what a jerk I become. Either way, I should get on to some good news that was share with me in the past few weeks.
Good News for the month of July 2015 with some classic good news thrown in as well.:
- Josie spread the news that it was Dave's birthday. Way to go. You survived another revolution around the sun. I sure miss running with you dude. I know I was slow but you were amazingly patient. Our last run was a blast through the double scissors (I think that was the name) course.
- Mandy reports that her step daughters and her all set new PRs at the 5k that weekend. The icing on the cake was coming in 1st and 2nd in the age groups. Also, a negative (clear) report came from the bone growth biopsy on her step son's femur. Those may be beyond the category of tiny victory. In the spirit the Tour de France lets call them HC tiny victories.
- Sherrie saw Violent Femmes, Barenaked Ladies and Rolling Stones all live in Raleigh last week. Once again another HC tiny victory. I am so jealous.
- Danielle completed 4 weeks of C2 5k training without the need of an inhaler. Also, she tried kayaking for the first time. So cool. Keep up the good work.
- Time for some Classic Good News: Maggie and Chuck finnaly joined the 21st century and got smart phones with data plans and everything. It is awesome to be able to connect the world with such ease.
- Donna has had some knee trouble but got a new knee brace and gutted out a good six miler with TnT. She also took the kids to Shankweiler's Drive In Theatre to see Minions and Terminator. So awesome. Space, the Psycho and I love drive in theaters. We will have to check it out soon. Even more to add, she got some dictation work which always helps but she is having some trouble with some oddball friend that keeps asking for good news. What a jerk. He must be tired of all the drama in the world and the media that covers it.
- Cindy was helping with finding that special one to say yes to the dress with her daughter. I know the perfect dress is out there and you guys will find it if you haven't already.
- Maggie came back with the countdown for her granddaughter coming to visit. I believe it is only 3 weeks now. I know you guys will have fun but remember she is a teenager now and remember how I was at that age. I guess the real good news is that you get to put back on a plane to her parents afterwards.
What a great batch of good news. Oh, damn I forgot. My good news is that I ran. That is right. I ran for a grand total of a quarter of a mile with walking warm up and cool down added on. It was short and my lungs burned but it felt good. It felt so awesome to just move the feet and see the world through the runners eyes again. Again, I think we may have to categorize this as a HC tiny victory.
Well, that is it for now and thanks so much for sharing.
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