It’s almost been a full three weeks on lock down and to be
honest it has become customary. We are hoping
to be released by this weekend based on my blood levels.
My present disposition has me receiving neupogen shots daily
to boost my white cell counts much like before stem cell harvesting. Our expectations are pretty standard for a
person in my condition presently.
The last few days have been rough with the flu like symptom’s
returning due to the shots and the unfortunate fact I’m a little bitch when I
have the flu. I literally deal with
nausea, vomiting and all the other fun side effects of this crap better. The kid in me I guessJ
Over the past few weeks Alex and I have had the unique
opportunity to meet people from varying ways of life in our similar
situations. Alex personally has made
close connections to a few of the patients as well as their caregivers. Her compassion, caring and selfless nature is
inspiring and often leave me with a huge shit eating grin on my face of sheer
respect and love for her.
I’ve been in worse places in life, but not by much. Two patients have passed during our stay with
others holding a dismal attitude gravitating towards their end. On the flipside we’ve seen friends released
and others who smile daily. Our reality
is very very real. Our intent is set the
example of how a positive mental approach and projection work. “Pure Fucking Magic” as an old Recon
instructor used to say to reconnaissance students attempting to make a 35 meter
under water swim full utilities on. It
meant, mind over matter.
Together we are making a difference in other peoples lives
while dealing with our situation and are happy to do so. Too many times in life people let
opportunities to make a difference or act go by. Sure, we’ve been one those people before, but
we strive to make a difference when so many accept the “status quo” of shit
today.
I can’t wait to hit the gym day one of my release. Fully planning and preparing for the atrophy
and weakness present, but excited about ripping it!
Cheers,
Andy
Hi Andy & Alex...patience is said to be a virtue. Some are born with it & some of us are challenged in our lives so that we have to develope patience. This humbling virtue is not easy to develope but I would say dear,sweet Andy you seem to be getting the hang of it !
ReplyDeleteTo some extent anyway :). We love & miss you all.