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The old man rhythm's gotten in my shoes
Know you're sittin' here and singing the blues
So be my guest you got nothing to loose
Won't you let me take you on a sea cruise

Over this last summer I have been in the Emergency room (and later stays in the hospital) 2-3 times, usually lasting 3-4 days. I went out at the beginning of the summer with my son to a bodypaint and general fun time fest, and then that was it, stayed in bed or hospital the rest of the summer.

right after my last hospital stay (earlier this month) my Mother, my son, and myself went to California to help my grandmother, who Also was in the hospital while I was in. She cracked her head open and was feeling VERY depressed and a burden on everyone. We got her back on her mental and emotional feet, and BTW stayed in a Wonderful hotel, with GREAT beds, so I would recommend Country Inn and Suites. They had memory foam beds, feather pillows, down duvets, etc. Sweeeeeeeeeeeet MUCH better than the hospital bed

Now, Oct 31st - Nov 7th I will be taking my Mother, my son, and myself on a 7day Mexico cruise Our first cruise, so we are all excited. Hopefully this will help me get back on My mental and emotional feet. And get back to shooting.

I know I am very lucky (or blessed for some of you) the way things have gone for me monetarily. I was doing good with my job before I got sick, had 10+ years in so had full time status, and had great benefits. I would not wish my illnesses on anyone though. I may be doin ok in the $$$ department, but in the Life department I suck. I would gladly trade them around.

Hope everyone's summer went well, and I hope your holidays are great as well

-Dan

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