Yup, hard to believe it has already been one year since I
had surgery to remove my rotten cancerous prostate. I have tried to keep an optimistic attitude in the ensuing months
and for the most part have been successful.
The notable failures have come from world events that I have no control
over. Consequently I try to pay less
attention to what happens on the network news and in Washington. That doesn't mean I bury my head in the
least. I just try to use filters on
what and where I take my news.
Overall things for our household have been good to
great. Health issues are always there
these days but for the most part things are good on that front too. The diabetes is under better control and
have continued to get good reports from the Urologist on the cancer front. I will go today to have another blood draw
for that. Then on the 10th I see him
again for the results and to discuss starting hormone therapy. I go back and forth on that. My PCP feels confident with it so I may try
it out. There are still a few issues
from not having a prostate, but for the most part they are very
manageable. They don't really hinder me
in day to day living.
I don't usually sit around and take stock of my previous
conditions or situations. But that has
changed significantly this past year. I
do that more than I ever thought possible.
I am always thankful for good reports and the support I get from family
and friends. I must be doing pretty
good in their eyes too as I don't get many questions anymore. I am sure it must be hard to think someone
may be or have had some serious health issues when you look as good as I
do :)
but you never know what someone may be going through or been through by
looks alone. This is especially true
when you have a good countenance and are generally cheerful or happy. I know a lot of folks like that. I try to keep in mind their trials and the
way they handle hard times. It helps me
be better at handling my own. There are
several that have taught me a lot over the years by the way they handled
serious health issues and even approaching death. I just try to remember that I don't want to be around someone
that is all doom and gloom about their situation and try to apply that to
myself. I ask myself, 'self, how do I
want to be remembered, do you want others to hate being around you?' It helps me put others at ease and keeps my
attitude positive. Don't get me wrong,
I wouldn't be able to do that, have that 'peace that passes all understanding'
without my Faith in the Lord. I believe
and trust what he has to say and that's enough for me.
All in all this has been a great year and I feel blessed in
many ways. Yes, there have been bumps
in the road, just as you may have, but I always remember, it could be worse.
To those that have been coming by and offering their
encouragement and humor, I also feel as though we are friends, and I appreciate
that more than you know. Thank you.
Happy Trails
2 comments:
Glad you're still upbeat, and I've the past year of blogs have been a vicarious journey for all of us. Keep up the good thoughts, and please keep writing.
I was talking with a friend yesterday. The weather was gorgeous, we are both retired, in relatively good health, and have a roof over our heads and food in the fridge. Like you said, things could be better, but they also could be a lot worse.
Glad you're doing well.
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