I had hope to have something profound to say, an answer to some overwhelming question that those of us who have death-averting surgeries are supposed to have, but I have none.
Only that I am grateful and uncharacteristically humbled. I am grateful to my online friends as well as old friends who have known me since grade school and never drank social media Kool Aid.
I found a greater love for loved ones and an absolute sense of awe for Dr. Scott Mitchell and the entire Stanford hospital team. They demonstrate just what the other "world class" is all about from receptionists to thoracic surgeons.
But coming through the wormhole, I think I'm pretty much the same guy. I've found my lost passion for music and am playing a lot more. My passion for coffee is less than it was. I red lark playing in my purple wedding tree has become a demonstration of the greatest beauty.
But mostly, I'm pretty much the same. I remain fascinated with the collaborative bad behavior involved in Gizmodo and iPhoneGate. I view Facebook's relentless march against privacy as if it were an emerging Orwellian state. My fuse remains short for any displays of prejudice and intolerance and my wife and grandkids are among the coolest creatures on earth.
I like my brother more, and almost forgive him his republicanism... almost.
I guess my big point is that I really don't have any really big points, just a lot of little ones. Living beats dying in most cases and better yet I am told I will live healthy and long--barring natural disasters and becoming a terrorsit victim.
I am not going to write a lot about the medical procedures I've been through because for most people they would be boring. If you are unfortunate enough to need to know more. I will be happy to share with you my new experiences via email.
For the rest of you, it's just very nice to be back and my heart is strengthened by all those messages of hope and support in the last week.
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So glad you are home and doing well. You're giving this ol' gal (who still thinks she's invincible) a lot to think about.
Marijean
Your comment about not having any really big points, just a lot of little ones is absolutely right on target! That's what this whole Social Media/Social Networking/Relationship-Building process is all about. We need not worry about writing epic novels every time we sit at the keyboard, nor ending up on the NY Time Best Seller List, but engaging in ongoing conversation that leads us closer to those with whom we'd like to have a relationship.
+1
Shel - I'm very happy to see that you're back home and in good spirits, too. I have been convinced for years that the strongest curative properties are found in the arms of our loved ones and friends. I hope you don't have to see the inside of a hospital again for a very long time. :)
Welcome home to Twitterville. You are the quickest recover-er I've ever seen:-)
It's good to have you back, and judging from the furious pace of tweets, you're more engaged than ever. Hope to see you soon!
I was wondering how you were doing post-surgery, and glad to see you back online. Health issues do put everything back into right perspective.
Best aloha.
Shel,
I'm sending you a huge hug, coming your way, and I'm so glad you've rediscovered your passion for music! That will certainly help you heal—it always does. It is always the little wonders of life that add up to the big wonder. Just keep being you, with some added room for learning and growing. Hope to see you soon, and my best to Paula and your family. I know Richard joins me in sending best wishes your way.
Here's to recovery,
Cathryn
Shel, I'm so glad you're back and at it. I have a dear family member who went through heart issues two years ago, another a stroke at about the same time, so I'm always interested to learn more.
Your comment about not having any really big points, just a lot of little ones is absolutely right on target! That's what this whole Social Media/Social Networking/Relationship-Building process is all about. We need not worry about writing epic novels every time we sit at the keyboard, nor ending up on the NY Time Best Seller List, but engaging in ongoing conversation that leads us closer to those with whom we'd like to have a relationship.
See, you're being much more profound than you give yourself credit for!
Stay well,
Nancy
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