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Cataract Surgery

Being as I have bugged you with my cataract surgery, I thought I should post an update. The swelling is subsiding as predicted. I no longer feel the pressure like a finger gently pressing on a closed eyelid. My vision has improved as well. It is not stellar but improving. I see some floaters and I catch a glimpse of the edge of the lens now and then. I think all is normal and I'm well on the way to being a happy camper. It is amazing how brilliant colors appear. White is so vivid that it almost seems over exposed. I was advised there would be a huge perception difference but witnessing it is incredible.

NFL 2024

The Steelers at the Browns tonight on Prime Thursday Night Football. The 8-2 against the 2-8 record has the Steelers favored in the game. However, Pittsburg's record on the road Thursdays is not good and neither is their record against the Browns at Cleveland. I anticipate the Steelers to win but think the game will be better than it looks on paper.

What's for dinner ?

Last night I was tired, but the Darling Bride has been fighting a cold for two weeks and needs her strength... so I air-fried some breaded chicken tenders and served them with mac & cheese and brussels sprouts. I've been working on overhauling my office (I actually discovered an entire desk!) before guests arrive next week, so I'll probably order a pizza this evening.

Tell me a joke...

During work Mike and Phillip are talking...
Mike: "I've been taking night courses for five months now, and I have an exam next week."
Phillip: "Okay..."
Mike: "For example, do you know who Alexander Graham Bell was?"
Phillip: "No."
Mike: "He was the inventor of the telephone in 1876. If you take night courses, you would know that."

The next day the same discussion continued.:
Mike: "Do you know who Alexander Dumas was?"
Phillip: "No."
Mike: "He was the author of "The Three Musketeers". If you took night courses, you would know that."

The next day, once again:
Mike: "And do you know who Jean Jacques Rousseau was?"
Phillip: "No..."
Mike: "He was the author of "Confessions", if you took night courses, you would know that."

This time Phillip got irritated and asked, "And do you know who Steven Turner is?"
Mike: "No."
Phillip: "He's the guy sleeping with your wife. If you stopped night courses, you would know that."

It's been a long time!

WOW, pets have a thing about returning from Rainbow Bridge to let us know they're awaiting us there! That's why you need your laptop/tablet/phone whatever next to you, all the time. There are so many fun posts in the Off-Topic area that I know you'd enjoy... just leave a "like" on one or two that give you a smile, and we'll know you're around.

NEVER feel useless or you've overstayed your welcome on Earth, Moody. All this is for a reason: even if you never know what that reason is, entire medical books may very be written about your case and resilience someday. Whatever you're enduring now might lead to a cure to prevent countless others from enduring it. They may even name it Moodyosis or something...

Just know that we're always here, ready to share a smile, a bad joke, a digital hug or even email your kitties some treats. Keep in mind that Florence Nightingale was so convinced that she was dying that she spent over half her long life lying on her death bed - and dictated most of the book that became the first modern nursing manual. Even from her bed, she impacted billions of people and changed the course of medicine. Never dismiss who you are or the effect you have on others, friend.

E-Bikes

I had a follow up with my optometrist this morning. Naturally, I was hoping to be cleared to ride. I'm allowed to drive but not ride my bike. He insisted I take the week off. The wind, dust, and vibration concerned him so in good conscience he wouldn't allow it this week. Big bummer but I'll comply.

Fatalities 2024

Sometimes-controversial pastor Tony Campolo died yesterday at the age of 89. Whatever positions he took on myriad topics, he always emphasized the importance of a personal, abiding relationship with Jesus.

RIP, Mr. Campolo, with condolences to your friends, family and loved ones. I hope you heard the words you longed to hear when you reached Heaven.

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