Fresh ......................ahhhhhhhhhh

I slept for the first time in over two weeks last nite. I mean I really slept a high quality, comfortable, drug induced sleep. Most importantly it was in my own bed and no one was coming in every two hours to check, poke or prod me. I actually woke up feeling refreshed this morning which lasted about two hours and felt great and then I crashed for another couple of hours. They told me to listen to my body once I got home and I think I am doing just that. Right now I am making a pig face at the hospital as a sign of my joy of being home. Please understand I cannot say enough good things about St. Joseph's and the staff. They were wonderful to Cat and I and that had nothing to do with the 2 dozen donuts and the large basket of leaf bookmarks that were brought to them. My home is where my heart, health and happiness truly are and I am grateful to return to it. So what if I am only 90% of the man I once was. We all have at least 10% of ourselves we would like to change.

Speaking of change, most of you know that I have thoroughly enjoyed my early retirement but had been reaching a point where I needed to start making some real changes and taking on challenges that are longer lasting and impacting. I have never been one to plan these changes to far in advance. The motivation usually is brought forth through events and people that enter my life. Just thought I would let you know that I may have possibly reached the top of the slide. I do not think there are many more steps to climb. I can just peak over the top and can only tell you it looks long and windy. I am going to turn into a Beatles song.

We go for our first follow doctor's visit on Wednesday. I may lose half my staples. I also was given the name of one of Dr. D's patients by my request before surgery and never got around to calling him. My wonderful ex, Alyse, gave me the name of a gentleman today that is pancreatic cancer survivor and has apparently motivated some pretty important work in the area. Turns out they are one in the same. Another TZ Moment in my world.

I also wanted you to know that about six or seven years ago I wrote a short story but never finished it. Before I went in for surgery I decided to bring it back to life and complete. Some time in the next week I am going to have Ash show me how to create a link to it for those that might enjoy. If you go there do not feel compelled to respond. But if you do please do so truthfully.

I am off to another nap. Take care.