Happy St. Patrick's Day, and I am sorry I have missed a day...again.


Do you remember a few posts back where I said I was done with people dying and going into the hospital around me? Well.....

Apparently, my father did not read that post. The reason I have been out of touch for a day (and the reason I had to travel the other day) was to come to be with my dad in the hospital. Yep, I am BACK in the hospital with a loved one. Fortunately, I am NOT at a funeral home, and it appears I will NOT be in one any time soon.

Basically, dad had trouble eating and was not clearing his waste. We are figuring it out & I am here till we do.

While I have not been WRITING  about my recovery, I have been working on it.
Yesterday, I did it. I ran; no elliptical trainer, no treadmill. I ran on the road with no mechanical help. And, I think I was able to do my full 5k goal. I have not measured my run yet (I'll drive it & check the trip odometer), but I really believe I got all 3 miles in in just over 1/2 hour.

Today, I tried for two in a row....um, not so sure I hit the 3 mile mark today. My muscles were hurting after the first 10 minutes and it started raining on me. So, I think I came up short.

But...I have run 2 days in a row & I am still here.
I will say this; the hills where my mom & dad live are pretty steep.

We know that my dad will need a low-fat, low-sodium diet. So, while I am here I plan on educating my dad on proper eating habits. When he gets home, he'll need a chef, so I went out & got some groceries.....he's gonna be a little surprised when he sees his menu.

Looks like maybe I found another reason for my situation. If I can somehow show my dad how to enjoy eating better, and give him better health....then I found something to make my situation more bearable and understandable.

Wish me luck...and if you don't mind...say a little prayer for my Pop.

Good night & God bless.