As most of you know I spend most of my free time outdoors. With the weather finally getting nice you would be hard pressed to to catch Nicki or me inside. Well for the the past 4 days I have stayed in the house. The price you pay with fighting this disease is being tired all the time and dealing with all of the side effects of the drugs. This morning was no exception, I felt like the only thing I wanted to do was stay in bed.
The mind is the most powerful part of our bodies. I told Dan we would try to meet for lunch but my body said no way. Cut to the chase, after a few minutes of my mind telling my body that we were going out and that it was in control, and I was not going to stand for this today - I dressed and Nicki drove me to Dan and Whitney's house.
I got out. My mind won and won for the good. It was great getting out for a few hours, make sure you do the same. Let your mind tell your body what to do. It works.
See you tomorrow.
Mark
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Dear Mark, Nicki and family,
Bonnie and I just heard the news from Cantor Geri and are devastated. We have already read this blog several times and truly admire and respect your courage, strength and determination. You are absolutely correct in recognizing the power of the mind to overcome what the body throws its way.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We would each like one of your bracelets and will wear them proudly and lovingly until you beat this thing.
Also please know that if there is anything we can do, just holler.
Howard and Bonnie Rindner
POPPY SY AND GRANNY FLORRIE WE REPEAT THAT WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOUR ATTITUDE AND SPIRIT.ANY VISIT TO YOUR KIDS AND FRIENDS IS DEFINITELY UPLIFTING,KEEP IT GOING.LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU WHEN WE GET TO N.Y ON MAY 9,AND AGAIN ON MOTHER'S DAY.
The Wooden Bowl
I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now, a year from now.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year old grandson. The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered. The family ate together at the table.
But the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and failing sight made eating difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor. When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth.
The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess. "We must do something about father," said the son. "I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor."
So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner. There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner. Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl!
When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometime he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone. Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.
The four-year-old watched it all in silence. One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor. He asked the child sweetly, "What are you making?” Just as sweetly, the boy responded, "Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up.” The four-year-old smiled and went back to work.
The words so struck the parents so that they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done. That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table.
For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason, neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.
On a positive note, I've learned that, no matter what happens, how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles four things: a rainy day, the elderly, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.
I've learned that, regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.
I've learned that making a "living" is not the same thing as making a "life.”
I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.
I've lear ned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.
I've learned that if you pursue happiness, it will elude you. But if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others, your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you.
I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.
I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.
I've learned that every day, you should reach out and touch someone.
People love that human touch -- holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.
I've learned that I still have a lot to learn!
I've learned that you should pass this on to everyone you care about. I just did.
NOTICE AT THE END of this email, THE DATE
THE CANDLE WAS STARTED. GONNA GIVE YOU GOOSE BUMPS.
I am not going to be the one who lets it die. I found it believable -- angels have walked beside me all my life--and they still do.
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This is to all of you who mean something to me, I pray for your happiness. The Candle of Love, Hope & Friendship
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This candle was lit on the 15th of September, 1998. Someone who loves you has helped keep it alive by sending it to you. Don't let The Candle of Love, Hope and Friendship die! Pass It On To All Of Your Friends and Everyone You Love! May God richly bless you!
Please keep this candle alive
Don't walk in front of me, I may not follow.
Don't walk behind me, I may not lead.
Just walk beside me and be my friend.
Hi Mark,
Had trouble getting on, but learning! Belated happy birthday to Nicki and to you both Mazel Tov. Pass this on to Jeremy and Sarah. Please have the kids send me 2 bracelets. Saw Rona, Karen, Heidi,Jennifer, Jessica, Eric,Melinda,Jeff, Mike, Alan, Mitchell and Ian over the weekend. It is great to get out and be with family, be it a car ride to Dan or a plane ride to Rona. Keep feeling better, thanks for writing to dad, so regards from Uncle Joe!
Love, Barbara, Howie, Scott and Steven
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