Category: Random Musings

It has been a good week. On Friday, I joined Clare and Isa at the track. We had a great time practicing sprints and the long jump. Isa did a personal record of 9’1″. Last weekend I went to the Pet Parade with Isa. She dressed her dog Rupie up like a doctor. It was…

I had a fun breakfast with Mary, ten drove to Stanford for a blood draw. After the blood draw at the hospital today, I went to badminton practice. We worked on long serves. Later tonight I will climb with some friends at the gym. Stacey, from Belmont

Mary, I guess I do like to set records. If I get specific, I can make some good ones up. (Best climb in the Bay Area by a double-lung patient whose name is Stacey.) Trying to enjoy life and not think about longetivity. I’ve learned that life is unpredictable. Honestly, I’ve had a lot of…

Felix and Mary, thanks for writing! I am excited about being able to do 5.11’s, although I still have trouble with the overhanging climbs. To make myself feel good, I do balancy 5.11’s! I have also been swimming at the Pacific Athletic Club. I am up to 20 laps, resting after each one. Since I…

On Thursday, I had a wonderful dinner with Isa and Andrew, and played with their adorable dog, Rupie. Friday, I had my monthly octreotide shot at the hospital. It was not too painful, but made me sore so I just watched at badminton practice instead of playing. Saturday, Rene and I took a walk along…

After badminton class today, Javier and I went to the Golden Gate Badminton Club in Menlo Park. One of the founders of the club, Mike Yang, gave me a warm welcome and offered to sponsor me for the U.S. Transplant Games. He gave me two rackets, wristbands, a shirt, a discount on shoes and a…

Yesterday was a good day. The coach had us pick numbers for partners and we played a doubles tournament. Surprisingly, I won 3 out of 4 games. I felt good that I could keep up. After badminton I went out to dinner with the team. I tried to recruit them for trying rock-climbing, but was…

Last Thursday’s tests went pretty well. My PFT score was 57%, a little lower but still within a good range. I continue to play badminton with the team. They are good players, and I have a lot to learn. I am finding it a very humbling experience to play actual games. I tend to lose…

Mary, thanks for your note and your encouragement! I am at the hospital again for a blood draw. I am getting used to them and do not mind being poked that much. Tomorrow, I will come back to the hospital for a clinic day. I will have more tests, including a Pulmonary Function Test. I’ll…

Hi Denise, It was great talking to you on the phone this morning! Thank you for the picture of Sophie and Lacidaci. I’m feeling fine this morning. It is a relief to know that I can get sick and survive without going to the hospital. It was the first time since I have had a…