4/9/2009

I am going today with my sister, Mom, and three nephews to Leipsic. The time spent with my three nephews is enough fun for the day, but we are going over to visit Jennifer, who is my cousin that lives in Pennsylvania. and her two kids. Jennifer is at her parents house for a week. Her oldest child is about 15 months old, and she has a newborn. Since my sister is also home, we decided to visit. I am very close with family, and this is a prime example. I am elated about the opportunity.
I have not heard much about the condition of Eric lately, but his mother emailed me last night. She expressed how tired she is when gets home from the hospital at night. I feel that I can relate with her and her family, because my accident left me really messed up, injury wise, similarly to Eric. I hope things work out the best for the whole famliy. I am also excited with the thought of helping the family cope with the situation. Hopefully I can also benefit Eric soon during his path to recovery.

4/8/2009

Today is my mother's birthday. Because you are not supposed to say a woman's age, I will just subtly make the point that she is old :-). Today Lisa and the boys came home for a couple of days.

4/7/2009

Last night I went to Brian's billiards league in Findlay. Actually the shot pool at Slammers in Fostoria at a bar called Slammers. How ironic that is, because a certain group of people refer to me as Slammer. That nickname is one that Mark gave to me, and it really has no hidden meaning. All them guys refer to each other by unusual names, and I decided that I wanted one, too. Thus Slammer was born. I had oodles of fun watching even though North Carolina won the NCAA mens basketball championship. I was rooting for Michigan State, the Big Ten champs, but they were outplayed drastically. The Tar Heels were more talented, and they never relinquished their lead that they gained early on.

4/6/2009

Today is opening day for the Cincinnati Reds. I'm excited... gotta run...

4/5/2009

Last night was an evening that was full of fun. At the reverse drawing I was down to number seven out of about 150 people. If I could have made it past just two more pulls I would have made $250, because at five people left they decided to split the $2500, that would be $500 a piece. I was oh so close, but it was terrific fun. I had an opportunity to meet some cool people. Al is one of the best coaches in Ohio high school basketball history, and his boys Rob and Brian were there. They were in charge of running this fundraiser. Steve, Bob, and Brandon were there. Coach Thompson and a real cool guy named Bret was also there. Of course I cannot forget Larry, who is also known as Buckeyeman, and is pictured with me in the photo above. I did get an autographed Greg Oden Ohio State jersey when I had my name called.
I talked with Jody today, and she informed me of Eric's condition. He (Eric) is improving. Not by leaps and bounds is he recovering, but by assured baby steps he is improving daily. Eric maintains his coma state, but his sedation level is getting smaller. I think tat means he is recovering as expected. Although I am no doctor, and assumptions can be about as good as a plastic shield when fighting an intense fire. Anyways, I know from experiences that what professionals say about a person should not be simply accepted as fact. The only person that knows what Jimmy can do is Jimmy, and even he doesn't know unless he gives it a shot. Failure is nothing more than the first step to success next time! Trying may seem endless at some time, but you will not succeed by not trying!

4/4/2009

My new friend Jody is Eric's sister, and she updated me on Eric's status last night. He is still kept in a comatose state, but he appears to be making strides to get better and he has a minimal level of sedation. Always praying for the best with him.
Later this afternoon I am going to a stag party, that should last the whole evening, with a couple of friends. I think it is in Van Wert, and I know they will have the Final Four collegiate basketball games on a big screen. Plus there will be food and drinks, a reverse drawing, and possibly celebrities. I'm pumped up.
Hopefully I win something at the reverse drawing. I have been to a similar raffle for some fireman's banquet in Putnam County, and it was a great time. Therefore I'm anxiously anticipating a grand evening. Oh well... have a great Saturday!
The picture at top is of my three boys, but they are really my nephews. My sister has three children and here they are (L to R: Andrew at 4 and 1/2 yo, Grant at 2 yo, and Nick at 11 months.) Aren't they cute (I'm not proud of them at all:-)! I think my sister is bringing them out next Wednesday morning.

4/3/2009

It is the second last Friday of Lent which to many people is no different than any other Fridays of the year, but as a Catholic means obtaining from meat. My parents and I are going to the fish fry at the Ottawa K of C hall, and afterward we are going to play cards at my Aunt Joan's house. When I cards I mean solo. I am really excited about the whole ordeal!!!