Another Trip...

I was hoping last weekend would be the first and last drug trial, but he wanted me to do one more...so on this Saturday night I am at the end of another trial. Although the medications were stronger this time, I have had a lot better time of it than last weekend. First of all, I was aware of some of the side effects which would probably happen so I could head them off at the pass, but the higher dose seemed to work better, and I cannot explain that!

I went to physical therapy last week for the first time, and discovered that I am way ahead of the curve in terms of fitness. While I have always been heavy, I have also always been strong, and I think the therapist was a bit surprised at the strength in my legs. My leg is 6 degrees away from being straight, so we are working on stretching out the muscles to get it straight before surgery. I will meet with the therapist at the pool on Tuesday and hopefully get some variety for my pool workouts. Walking for an hour and a half gets boring!

It rained a lot this week...10 inches to be precise. We went from not enough rain to water, water everywhere in three days. It only rained half an inch in the last 24 hours and I guess another storm is on its way. I reserve my right to complain about the weather, even though I know that rain here is part of the deal. What tickles me is that on rainy days, the swimming pool is almost empty....the people tell me that they stay home because they don't want to get wet!

Jo'Ann and I did a movie marathon this afternoon...heavy stuff: "Up," "Madagascar," and "Madagascar: Back 2 Africa." It was fun and we think we want to do it again. "Up" is a great movie for a discussion group...a very heavy movie disguised as a children's story! I may have to preach on it one of these days.

It is almost time for the last pills and bedtime---tomorrow is all about the kingdom of God...one of my favorite subjects!