4/2/2009

Today I went out to the farm to carry brush and limbs out of our lane. Dad also went, and we piled the brush and limbs together. However burn it did not. We needed some kerosene, but all we had were newspapers to go with our matches. I am excited to hear that as of last night they were going o try to stop the medically induced coma on Eric. That is good news, because he must be progressing as hoped. He may have a lot of therapy to do, but I can tell you with a strong effort great things can be achieved. I have not heard yet today, but I pray that whatever is best happens.

4/1/2009

Yesterday at St. Rita's Medical Center was very refreshing. Greeting people and working at the front desk was rewarding as usual, but that is not even what I felt so good about. I guess the road runs both ways, and it is quite unfortunate that bad things and injury must happen to individuals. And I feel the utmost sorrow for the parents and siblings of Eric. It just so happens to be that Eric was involved in a tragic farming accident on Friday, and he is in a medically induced coma ever since then. Although my coma lasted more than ten weeks and was not medically induced, I can yet relate my story with their situation. I spent a little time explaining my story to the family giving them hope and support. Later, I was even allowed o go back and talk to Eric with his father. I feel that maybe that is why I was affected by my automobile accident over 11 years ago, so I can help both victims and families of accidents. When I can use my miraculous story to assist others or give them hope, it is a very rewarding thing. Prayer is the best medicine, and it is even free! My prayers are always with Eric and his family.

3/30/2009

Today my muscles are still a little sore from my Columbus (state basketball tournament) escapades this past weekend, but I did take a walk alongside the woods and back to the north edge of our farm. Checking out nature back in the wilderness is very mind stimulating, and it has been a past time of mine since I was a youngster!

3/29/2009

Today I am just watching basketball and resting. It was a rough weekend where I got very little sleep. And it was not due to partying too much. I did a lot of walking, but that is not a problem. I did go to many basketball games and visited lots of friends. Heck I even met a lot of new people, but the last three things did not contribute to making my weekend in Columbus a rough one. The reason it was not the smoothest was because I was not sleeping at home o in familiar surroundings. The hotel was a well recognized chain, but for some reason sleep, although I felt tired, did not happen often enough. It is not discernible weather the problem was an uncomfortable bed or the strange noises coming from the other side of the room. Curt, who went with me to Columbus (and occupied the other half of the double bedded room,) is a noisy sleeper. That may have added to the lack thereof sleep I got. Basketball is awesome though, and seeing my St. Henry pals made the trip to the state's capital city well worth it. I also met lots of new people, and making new friends is something I enjoy. Talking is something I like to do.

3/25/2009

I'm getting all packed up for my trip to Columbus this weekend. Basketball season is my favorite time of the year, and it is its most fun at tournament time. Not that my personal opinion on who I want to win matters not in the final outcome, but I will be rooting for Kalida.

3/24/2009

Volunteering at the hospital today will be rewarding experience... as I will hopefully get many chances to help many people. It is too bad that Gerry no longer volunteers there, or even resides in Ohio anymore. Since he now is a resident of South Carolina there is a replacement named Janet who took his spot. She is of course very fun to work with, but she is no Gerry. Ramona still works at the front desk, and she is the third Tuesday wheel from when I started (Ramona, Gerry, and I.) To me that is the way it is supposed to be. We could have ended up with a not very cool person to help at the front desk, and I am thankful Janet has that position. Ramona was not there last wee, but I spoke with her on the phone yesterday, and she confirmed that she would be there today.
No Knights of Columbus meeting tonight and no cards. That means I will be volunteering until 8:30.

3/23/2009

Today, I am hoping to get a workout in. We have reconciliation mass this evening also, really it is a penance service. Hopefully it will not take more than an hour, because there are many things going on in my life right now. I am really looking forward to being in Columbus for the OHSAA boys basketball tournament this weekend.