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My Checkup

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It is not common knowledge of what occurred 2 years ago in my life. I do not broadcast my personal life to the world. My doctor noticed some “not normal” things at my yearly checkup. Some “levels” were off in my blood work. That led to me visiting a doctor at the Kirkland Cancer Center. Take a moment to process THAT one. The doctor there noticed some “not normal” things in their blood work as well. I then had a bone marrow biopsy done. PAINFUL. For the first year, I had regular visits and blood work done. Each time, things seemed “okay”.

Today, I went for a 1 year checkup .. Okay, 2 years from the first visit .. I feel fine. The results were clear. I have nothing to worry about.

I am sooo full of emotions.

Today, the clinic was full. Many different people at different levels/stages of various “illnesses”. Some … Some clearly have been in some harsh battles. I am overjoyed that I did not have to schedule any more visits at the Kirkland Cancer Center. I am overjoyed that I am “healthy”. I also feel some guilt … for “being” healthy. I know, to some, that sounds crazy. I know many people who have not been able to say those words. I am blessed. I am very blessed. I know that God has a purpose and a plan for me. I am still a dad to a … get this … ALMOST 18-year-old … yeah, let THAT sink in.

I could ramble on about other things that would only fill up space and “beat a dead horse”, as the phrase goes. I have shared what I feel led to share.

God is THE God of Love..

Sitting On The Kitchen Floor

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I am sitting on the kitchen floor with my back against the cabinets looking out the window. It’s an interesting perspective. Watching the wind blow the leaves in the trees. Seeing how the sunlight dances on the leaves. The occasional “helicopter” fluttering down to the ground. In addition to the music I have playing in the other room, there’s the sound of the neighborhood as the windows are open. I hear dogs barking in the distance. I hear cars passing by. I hear children laughing occasionally. My Zack is sitting here in front of me on the floor looking out the window as well. Zack has always been our protector. He’s a wonderful fur baby. It’s such a beautiful weather day. Pondering the various aspects of the roller coaster life I have lived … I know God has blessed us and tremendous ways.

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