Session 15

Session 15 March 12, 2010
The good news, Cherie’s getting better. The bad news, I haven’t been able to make the kitchen faucet work at Matt’s place. My 14th treatment was a perfect in and out on schedule. The exciting thing about the trip was robins. On the CNIB grassy slope in front of the building I spotted one on my way to Sunnybrook and felt the irrational lift of this harbinger of spring. On the way back I saw not one, not two but five robins looking for worms in the grass. I got a new time for Monday and I just realized I may have a conflict with a dental appointment but I can’t remember the time of the appointment. It’s my fault entirely for not keeping track. I’m sure 90% of the hassles in my life can be traced back to things I should have done and didn’t and things I did and shouldn’t have, a sobering thought.

I was happy that Matt got up to date on my blog today and was touched that he was touched by it. He said he laughed out loud a couple of times which pleased me. I was startled when he said he was surprised t o see so many names, especially doctors, named. I saw an article recently about people’s willingness to disclose themselves on blogs. The article was not overtly critical but it triggered something in me that made me question the wisdom of doing this. I felt vulnerable and when Matt talked about exposing others, more curious than critical on his part, I still thought perhaps I’m going too far and without anyone’s consent. I have been thinking about this on and off all evening. On reflection I’m okay with what I’m doing. I won’t be fighting any wars on these pages and people are accustomed to me being frank about myself.

It’s Sunday now, I fixed the faucet on the second attempt on Saturday evening and blew it on installing a new doorknob. Lesson here, don’t assume very old memories are accurate, read the instructions. I now know how to install it. Cherie and I missed a lot of dance opportunities and a party this week but it looks like we’ll be able to get back at it Thursday.

Dan & Ruth, far away I miss you.