There was a moment in 10th grade, during the fall, at football practice, while performing the famous up and downs for what seemed forever. I found myself asking, What am I doing here! I was exhausted. We kept going and going and going, just like the bunny rabbit. I kept going, and did not quit. I wanted to play, and I knew that what had to done. Now, whatever you think about the game of football, and I do find myself looking back at the inherent violence, those exercises, and the others that came with other sports did instill perseverance. Equally important though were the people I played for, in particular Bill Rodan, who eventually was also my U.S. History teacher. He taught me not to quit on the field, and to be myself in the classroom so that I would speak my mind and what I felt was right. Some readers know that I have had trials in my life, as all of us do. Sometimes they just keep banging away, interspersed with good trends, it has seemed that the banging does not stop. So, I sit here in a hospital bed waiting for test results to see if the sledge hammer will take another whack. The professionals around me have asked me to be prepared for poor news, and I will certainly let people know once I know. Optimism and diligence have been two words that guided me throughout life. I know that I am curious, enthusiastic, and sensitive. These 5 have served me well. Suffice it to say, and probably this is why I am writing. I am tired. The ups and downs have gone on for too long. I know I have a lot of friends out there and for the first time in my life, I feel I have to ask for help and just think of me. I dont know what the news will be this afternoon (I might have to wait til Monday), but perhaps some collective thinking might help :) For those wondering, it is a serious blood issue. Something is wrong, and the Doctors are working on finding out what exactly is going on. Mr. Rodan is still alive. Unfortunately, Mr. Jameson is not. Still, those two men and all the teachers I have had in my life, are the reason I have been able to go through the crap and move on. This is the news I bring. It is ok to share. I will let people know when I know. Thank you, Michael
Posted on: Fri, 07 Nov 2014 17:44:11 +0000
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