This was another low energy day but I did walk almost a kilometer at a slow pace. It was so good to get out in the sunshine and fresh air after being inside so much. I am somewhat relieved that the absence of steroids has only resulted in my throat being mildly sore and some increase in the coughing. At least I can still swallow thick fluids, and now without the steroids I realize how fragile my throat actually is.
Today was a sad memorial event for my deceased motorcycle. I wrote a long goodbye and a description of the death and published it on the Honda CBR500 Forum. I will be moving on to a different forum for the new machine so it meant saying goodbye to friends all over the world who I have interacted with over the past 3 years. One good part was stressing to the younger riders how important it is to wear all the good protective gear even on hot days to prevent serious injury.
One of my favourite movies is "As Good As It Gets" and I think being able to accept whatever situation you find yourself in without judgment is a recipe for happiness. There are however some rare times after an illness when each day could be better and better. I feel I might be close to one of those turning points and even if it isn't true it's a good idea to think that way. Just seeing that fresh new pink skin appearing under the burnt outer layer of my neck is a message of hope.
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