Category Archives: Announcement

Wednesday I had my pre-op appointments. At Mayo they check every med and supplement you take to make sure it’s not going to interfere with the operation. I had blood tests. I had a long consult with the P.A. (physicians … Continue reading →

One week to go before the big day. It seems so easy to say that they will remove a section of my colon, stitch things together, and I’ll be good to go. This is a major surgery where I am … Continue reading →

 Words and phrases that will have a new meaning for me now: Anal-retentive. All that trouble is behind me. The bottom line is… This has been a really sh*tty day. It’ll all come out OK. I have fanny fatigue. I’m … Continue reading →

One of my Christian aunts emailed me and asked why I haven’t given thanks to god  for all my blessings and good fortune. So let’s talk about god. Most religions are organized with rituals and stress in their teachings that … Continue reading →

In mindfulness being in the present moment is highlighted as a way to peace within. Focusing on the breath, letting thoughts, emotions, sensations come and letting go. Have you ever been in the moment? After seeing the video below, I … Continue reading →

I saw a friend today who thought I was having all kinds of worries about the upcoming colon cancer surgery on December 19th. They thought I was going to end up with a colostomy (the permanent bag outside) and have … Continue reading →

I took a blog break yesterday. Today I’m going to write about depression. I’ve been experiencing depression for a good part of today. I woke from a depressing dream where I lost my dog. So I began to examine what … Continue reading →

As I continue in a holding pattern for the upcoming surgery date, most of my daily routine remains the same. Yes, December 19 is going to be a very different day, but now is not then. So remaining present, joyful, … Continue reading →

I want to thank everyone who sent me loving words of support via email or Facebook. Your expressions of compassion mean a lot to me as I travel this path. Keep them coming! I apologize that I can’t respond to … Continue reading →

Today Nalani and I went to Whole Foods so she will have wholesome meals. At one point over the speaker system a Beatles tune was playing, Do You Want to Dance With Me with lyrics including “it’s only rock & … Continue reading →