One year ago, I celebrated my birthday at Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital. In the morning I had a doctor’s appointment with an EENT specialist to evaluate my trach stoma and other throat issues. Not the ideal birthday. I have come along way since then. This morning I had the opportunity to share in the staff(…)
The first measurable snow fall for the season. It is at least two weeks late from what you could expect in past years. I remember commenting to someone recently that it seemed like it always snowed on or by Halloween. In spite of the weather and cold, I did make it out for my Tuesday(…)
A change in weather today in northern Colorado. The cold that we have avoided all fall has come into the state. I’m glad we are ready for it. After some office work today, I headed to the fitness center for a workout. I was able to get into the pool and swim some laps which(…)
After getting some additional morning rest and helping Debbie cover our patio furniture, I headed to the fitness center. I wasn’t sure about my strength or energy level, but ended up having a pretty good hour and a half workout. I ended with 35 minutes on the exercise bike and actually got my heart rate(…)
This morning I made it my first Allies men’s breakfast at Timberline Church. I enjoyed the event and the discussion with the men at my table. However, the big day yesterday and the early morning activity seemed to “tucker me out”. I was able to get in some good rest, but have taken it fairly easy(…)
Today ended up being a busy but good day. I attended my “Substance Abuse Trends and Response Task Force” meeting near the capitol. This meeting is held four times a year and this past year the meetings have marked some of my progress in recovery. The first one in February I was in my power(…)
