A Day in Dallas

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfbBw-YMBeQ

Hi Friends,
I spent the day in Dallas yesterday. I am beginning to really hate GPS devices. Perhaps life would be better to break out an old fashion map. That darn thing would tell me to turn 15 seconds after I went past the road. It had me going in circles before I just shut the darn thing off and just followed my nose. During my drive I had the opportunity to donate money to the town of Terrell Texas, thanks to a friendly state trooper. The officer, while hiding behind an over pass wall, got me going 75 in a 65. You’re welcome Terrell Texas. Once I got to the hospital, I was amazed by how nice everyone was. Every staff member was pleasant and helpful, and there was this cool comradeship with all the Vets.

All the people being treated were disabled Vets. I have never seen a prouder bunch of people. I think I may have been one of the few people (yes there was both male and female Vets), who was not wearing a ball cap representing their service. Some said Vietnam Vet, others said things like Marine Corps, Navy, Army, and so on. It was such a cool feeling to be surrounded by my brothers and sisters in arms. It made me proud to be among them.
The cardiologist is putting me on a new medication, and my Oncologist mainly went over my records. He did have a concern that my right hip is either fractured or close to fracturing. He took X-Rays of it, but I still feel pretty good. I have been trying to remember to wear my back support.
To top off how well I was treated by the VA, they gave me $78 for gas money.

So overall it was a good, but long day. I felt like I got allot of things done and that I am going to be well cared for by the VA. Serving my country has had its benefits.

You Got a Friend II

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7RPCFfudmU

For my friends. Near or far, you are part of my life and will always be in my heart.

You've Got a Friend

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKQpRgxyyqo

Hi Friends. Its a beautiful day in Tyler Texas.I'm thinking about you and hope your week is going well. Even though I may not speak to you directly anymore, you are and always will be in my thoughts. Its nice to know you think about me enough to still be a member of this blog. It means allot to me.

I have an appointment with the Dallas VA tomorrow for Oncology and Cardiology. This is a true blessing. I am getting all my medications now from the VA, and so far they have not charged me a penny. My pain has not been too bad as long as I remember to wear my back support when I ride my bike. I also got a little too frisky cleaning house and some limited yard work. I feel much better this week. I woke up with chest pains again this morning, but was fine after taking a nitro tablet. I'm still not sure if it is chest pain or Acid Reflux. A doctor from the VA wants me to start taking something for Acid Reflux. We will see what difference that makes.
Looks like a good day for a ride. Varoooom.