medic0020's Group - CLOSED--BUSTIN AT THE SEAMS (Page 58)

Congratulations and welcome to the next chapter in life...  As scary as it seems, it just keeps getting better!  Emerson

Way to go Pam! It will sink in...eventually. How's the job hunt?

Emerson, looking forward to you getting settled in and back up to speed.

Just a quick update here, I'm spread thin. We had to take Stef's driving away, so I'm running like crazy. Then, when she does try to do something it's usually not the right thing. For example, tonight I was cooking dinner and had everything out to fix the burgers, and she was putting it up before we'd fixed anything. so I'm running in circles trying to fix stuff I've already done. I also got a call on Wednesday that my exercise test is indicating possible blockages when I exercise. So I've got a CT scan  on my heart this week and will get results in another week. So right now any training is on hold until the doc clears me. On brighter news, I had a good interview this week. I did their assessment tests and am expecting a 2nd meeting to review those results then to fly to Pittsburg to meet the rest of the management team. It's (hopefully) going to be a busy couple of weeks.

Gotta head to bed. Swim meet today so it's been a long, hot one.

Greg 

Dee--another vote for a new ride, even if it is a Target special.  You're probably going to be quite a bit happier with the bike and components.

Greg--Sounds like a ton of stress in your world.  I hope that things go well with your own testing and your interviewing.  The task list might be helpful as long as Stef is recognizing the issues that she is having.  I can tell you from my own experience that "chemo brain" is a real thing.  For me, I was very "line of sight".  If I stopped doing something and set it aside, it might be a long time before I picked it up again.  Forgetful didn't begin to describe me during that time.  We're all thinking about you and your family!

Good Morning everyone.  I expect to be around much more now that we are getting settled back into our daily routines here in Cincinnati.  I have found a pool, my bike, unpacked -- finely -- the eight boxes shipped UPS here for the summer.  Work has been a real challenge, not worthy of a pretty day.  I will post an Ireland Photo from time to time...  Our hotel was next to the Killarney National Park so I could run from the hotel right to the trails (both paved and natural).  There was a great view spot about 2K from the hotel, so I pushed Peg through the golf course, the woods and up the path to a spot to share the beauty of Ireland.  Here is a photo...  Some nice folks passing by took our photo... More to come... EK 

Greg,

My heart goes out to you on what you two are going through.  Peg, having had a traumatic Brain Injury (stroke) goes through things like that to this day.  I did in the days I was doing my cancer thing...   To this day there are things that I don't remember.

There is nothing worse than when Peg would chide me for something and then realize it was because she forgot... To this day it upsets her.  Patience and repeating yourself A LOT are the words of the day.  For over five years now I repeat our plans for the day several times a day and we write stuff EVERYWHERE.  I know your stress and have seen hers through Peg as well.  Be strong, be patient, be loving and repeat yourself a lot.... 

Our prayers are with you,

Emerson 

Pam,

Congratulations on the final word and welcome to our world....   You will never have a dull moment!

Emerson

Dee, I have looked as some of the bikes that walmat or target carry.  For the price, the look pretty good.  They are heavy but compared to the old 10 speed, they are a massive improvement.  I went from my 1975 Nishiki International 10 speed to the 24 speed I have today and what an amazing change....  I had no idea.  The bike I ride here in Cincy I spend $175 on and it does just fine.  EK

amy mutz - 2008-05-27 8:36 AM I hope everyone has a nice week, it's a bit shorter since we had Memorial Day, and that is a good thing, it means the weekend is closer... Me and My daughter (Lacy) are doing a sprint tri sat and I don't think either one of us feel prepared, I told her lets just go and have fun, laugh and enjoy the experience...she said yep that's what we need to do. I'm excited to get started with my 2nd tri season, and especially since me and Lace will be there together, kids are a special gift from God. I will tell you guys here that I have only one reservation about the tri...yes...it's the OWS. I have never been to this town or seen the lake, I have only been in the open water twice this year, one bad experience, one good. I'm going to make a promise to you guys that I "will NOT" panic when I get in the water, that way I will be thinking before hand that I can't let my BT group down, that way maybe I will do ok, oh and you can say a little prayer for me too. I can swim and I'm not to bad at it, it's what's between my ears that gives me the problem...hmmm My fellow BT'ers have my promise that I will kick butt in the race and not panic. How's that? Have a great day!!!! Dee - go for it on the Wal-mart bike...it will do you just fine. Amy IN

Amy....you are sooo right about the panic thingy..it is all in your head...do not worry...you will do fine...close your eyes and think of being in the pool. There are so many others around you! I actually had a blast in mine...I know that the swim buddy helped me, but I now feel like I can do just fine on my own!! I even swam with jelly fish, too! so go get em tiger...you will so be fine! just swim like you would in the pool....and whatever you do...do not go anaerobic...just nice slow strokes...and then pick it up as you feel warmed up! GO GO GO AMY! we are soo with you on that swim....have a fun race and make sure to keep that smile on at all timeS!

Dee....Nothing wrong with a walmart bike! you may want to check craigslist ads or your classified...but first go and get sized for a bike at you bike shop....ask them what size frame you would need...then start shopping about! a good fitting bike is so key in longevity, comfort and safety! GOOD LUCK! feel free to shoot me an email if you have any questions..

Eric...sounds like Speed Streets is a mini Mardi Gras!! can not believe you got seperated from your partner and had to work alone for that one night...sounds crazy!! hope you are getting caught up with your rest! rest well deserved!

Pam....CONGRATS on graduating! Awesome grades, too! Have you found a job yet? and you said you were in GB with your parents...what or where is GB.?? couldn't figure this one out!?!?! but state of confusion...seems to be par for me lately!

Greg....DID YOU GET THE JOB!? hoping....hoping....HOPING! but if not, thier loss!!!

Emerson....what awesome pictures of your trip....good to see Peg up walking about! I wasn't sure she could walk...Glad to see she can!  hope you are getting all settled into Cincinatti. Let me know when you head back this way...I will do all in my power to make it your way this next time!! what is your next race?

Amy - San Diego Amy that is...how are those legs??? and seen Chuck lately?

Mike....where de heck are ye? hoping that things are going well for you...I know you were doing so good with your training...then you seemed to drop of the face of the earth...come back and let us know how you are!!!! we are missing you!

Hi all of my friends,

Well I am pretty tired... ran 8 miles today which was pretty crazy.  I remember just about four years ago I wasn't able to even run a mile and now I can run 8 in a row... wow!  I'm looking to register for my first triathlon this season but can't decide if I want to do the short or long distance.  It is either 400 yd swim, 15 mile bike and 5K or the long is 800 yd swim, 25 mile bike and 10k.  I am thinking I should probably do the long with the HIM just a few short weeks away.  Any advice?

Well I am going to go find myself a glass of wine, a snack, and watch some TV with the parents.  With GB I meant Green Bay, WI my parents hometown and where I grew up.  I am currently here just catching up.  Still jobless, which means I am still moneyless   Oh well, there are more important things in life! 

come out....come out...wherever you are!?!? I finally feel better and noone wants to play! doh!

Me too. Just don't feel like I belong since my training schedule is nil right now. Pam, I say go long, but I'm kind of messed up anyway. ;-)

 I'll get my CT results on Tuesday so will know for sure what's happnin with the ticker. Meanwhile I'm running like crazy. Stef had a good day on Monday and Tuesday then back down Wednesday and today. No update on the job. This one will move kind of slow. I've got 2 hot ones in the oven, but the oven is only set on 220 degrees.

 The triathlon is rocking! we are almost 50% full now. We are working on sponsors like crazy and getting commitments. I'm pleased with where we are. People are starting to talk more about it so it's good.

Hope all are doing well. Train hard - and run a few extra miles for me. 8 miles!! Non-stop!! Wow!! I have a hard time driving that far!!

Greg