Praying we have turned a corner here and hope that MJ will be able to recognize some sense of improvement once the initial effects of the first Chemo work thru. It’s been a process that has not really given her a break from procedures. But I hope the next few weeks can begin the healing physically and emotionally. With the incredible support from friends and family, Hopefully the “new beginning”, of road to recovery will be swift.
I wanted to write some notes for the blog earlier, but felt incredible pressure. Timmy had told me some folks had noted some earlier blogging that I had done. So in contemplating what to write, I listened to a few of my favorite songs. I put on vinyl classics like “rappers delight” by the Sugar Hill Gang, “Cry Me a River” by Julie London, “Achy Breaky Heart” by Billy Ray Cyrus, and one of my Barry Mann favorites “Who Put the Bomp (In the Bomp Bomp Bomp), and suddenly felt inspired by these other one hit wonders.
I was initially confused as to the treatment that MJ will be undergoing over the next few months, so I did some independent research. I found that its roots are in china, brought in by immigrants in the late 1800’s. The jist of it is a participant marks 1-20 numbers on a card that has 80 numbers arranged in 8 rows of ten. She must not have picked the right numbers on Monday and she seems to be taking it hard. Come on MJ, lighten up, will you!!!! Your chances of winning will increase each time you play.
One of the things that will make this recovery process easier is that MJ’s sense of humor is in great shape. I know she misses the training, so since she can’t get to Yoga, we can bring some Yoga to her;
In that light, remember,
90% of the game is half mental
If you come to a fork in the road, take it
90% of short puts don’t go in (thanks Pap Pap) – like cutting the pizza in 4 pieces
No you didn’t wake me up, I had to get up and answer the phone anyway
I think that all we can Berra for now on that subject.
So MJ and family, we look forward to seeing you soon, and hearing more good news on the Road to Recovery!
MJ - so glad your wonderful sense of humor is still in great shape. I hope the side-effects wear off quickly. Please know you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers.
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Ellen
Hey, Tocci, I'm impressed that so many people think you have such a wonderful sense of humor. My memory is that we were always battling each other about whose sense of humor was the most skillful. I thought I won. I do remember well your tenacity in trial moments, though. Talk about a pit bull, you were intense and very impressive. I will concede on that score. But I'm funnier. I love you! Nicki
ReplyDeleteTo JR: "Who put the BOMP (In the Bomp Bomp Bomp)????: That would surely give ANYONE incentive to do ANYTHING!!! I thought I knew all the rap songs out there...(it IS rap, yes?) but this is a new one on me. LOL
ReplyDeleteTo MJ: I read this Blog everyday, and coninually lift you up in my prayers. If anyone can beat this, YOU SURE CAN!! But always remember that when you're feeling out of sorts, maybe JR will loan you his copy of "Who put the BOMP (In the Bomp Bomp Bomp)!!!!
Love Always.
Hi MJ. Just found out from Tony D. and am sending you all my best wishes for complete good health. Don't make me come back there and use the trailer hitch on you. And know that you are much funnier than Nicki Lee - she has NO sense of humor. :)
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Hi, Tocci: Isn't that just like a lawyer? Any chance to bash an investigator is a good thing. And a retired one at that - so cruel. Oh, how he has forgotten about all the jams I got him out of over the years. Selective memory all over his blog. I know that you know the real truth and that comforts me. Fight hard, Kiddo. I love you. Nicki
ReplyDeleteWHATS THE LASTEST?
ReplyDeleteITS BEEN A WEEK AND ALL IS SILENT.
IT SACRES ME