So.
It's been a rough ride.
I apologize for simply disappearing from this blog.
I've heard from some of you, thank you for your concern.
You were right to be concerned.
I went to bed one night feeling good, feeling strong, having had a good workout and looking forward to the next day.
I got up in the morning in a vastly and impossibly weakened state.
Then.
I fell on the floor.
It's all a bit of a blur after that.
I made some bad decisions.
I made some good decisions.
I presented myself to the hospital and about 12 minutes after seeing the doctor I was admitted with an IV bad dripping into my arm.
So much happened there.
So many stories.
No energy to tell them.
Once out of the hospital, I'm going to clinics and having nurses come to my house.
More stories.
Still no energy.
I'm writing this today because I feel a bump of energy this morning and I wanted to use that to update you here.
So many of you have followed this blog since it started.
I wanted you to know.
I do want to come back to more regular blogging. But give me a little time yet. I'm still fighting to get through the days. My health is returning more quickly than my strength or my energy.
Thanks for your patience.
Best wishes for continued recovery! Take care of you, we will all be here when you’re ready.
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry to hear that, Dave. My very best wishes for your swift recovery.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for letting us know what's happening. It was difficult not hearing but also wanted to respect your privacy. Prayers are going up.
ReplyDeleteGlad you’re OK, and I hope you continue to become more OK. Thank you for the update.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for all your struggles now. Best wishes for a quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteYikes!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update.
I've been in the hospital twice in the last 5 years, apart from orthopedic surgeries I had as a kid... and I can confirm: the recovery from the recovery takes a while.
But it does happen!
Be patient with yourself in the meantime.
Dave I am so sorry to hear your struggling with your health....
ReplyDeleteTake care of you and we will watch for your updates.....
There is world out here that needs you...I will keep you in my thoughts...
Antonia Lederhos Chandler said...
ReplyDeleteI hope that your energy returns, and that you can get back to doing all of the things you like to do when you're feeling well. Hugs to you and Joe. <3
Be good to yourself. Give yourself all the time you need. And thank you for taking the time and energy to update us. I've been checking your blog three times every day!
ReplyDeleteThank you for taking the time (and energy) to update us! I was getting very worried...
ReplyDeleteTake time to rest and let yourself recover. We will wait as long as you need!
Debbie
Glad you are slowly on the mend. Keep getting well look after yourself and give my love to Joe. Xx
ReplyDeleteI don't know if this is appropriate to say, but my friend, you better be ok, because after 4 decades of not having you in my life, I'm not willing to lose you again, not for a very, very, long time. I missed you too much the first time! I'm keepin' ya
ReplyDeleteThat sounds scary, Dave. I hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteDon’t worry about the blog, just take care of yourself. We’ll all be here when you are feeling more like yourself. Wishing you a swift recovery and all the spoons.
ReplyDeleteThinking about yourself and looking after your health at this point must come first. Your avid readers will be here when you return. Look after you and Joe for now.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate your posts so much, Thank you. But please take the time you need to recover. I saw from Facebook that you were ill and I've been keeping you in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteSharon
Hoping for the best possible recovery for you Dave!
ReplyDeleteMissed you. We'll be here . . . .
ReplyDeleteMarcia
Thinking of you. I had been hoping your blog break had to do with your book project. So sorry that it was due to illness. Sending love.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry that you were ill. I had been hoping you were busy with your book project.
ReplyDeleteDave, thanks for letting us know! Rest and heal!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you are on the mend. Missed you and worried about you.
ReplyDeleteGlad to know it sounds like you are on the mend. I hope you take all the time you need.
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you have been unwell. Best wishes for your recovery.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, Dave. Sending healing prayers to you. Rosemary
ReplyDeleteSo very glad to have you back! Looking forward to your stories but, most importantly, looking forward to hearing you are in full health. Best wishes for you and Joe.
ReplyDeleteWill be here when you’re ready....patiently waiting
ReplyDeletePlease take good care. I'm sorry to hear this.
ReplyDeleteI've been concerned! Get well soon!
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've ever commented but I'm sorry to hear you were not well. I actually friended you on facebook just to see if there were any updates there. Your blog and observations and writing were missed. Welcome back at whatever speed you are ready.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are on the mend!
ReplyDeleteGlad to see you back. Please keep taking things at exactly your own pace.
ReplyDeleteLovely to hear from you. Lots of us were concerned, but also we knew you were taking care of what was most important. I hope your health continues to improve and your energy comes back. And in the meantime, it's good to hear your voice in this blog.
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