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DairyKing's Journal, 24 May 2012
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I apologize to my FS Friends. I got back last night, and to be quite honest, I just didn't feel much like journaling when I got back to my room at night. My 'brother from another mother' is gone. I guess I was there at just the right window in time. We were never able to reminisce or hold a conversation. When his son told him I was there at his bedside, he said, "Oh my God!" and that was the last personal thing he said to anyone. The nurses said that he was aware of everything we said, so we talked to him on and off for the three days I was there. The last day of his life, I rubbed his bald head, told him he was the best friend I ever had, and that I would see him again some day. 20 minutes later, he just passed on quietly.
The hotel had the best fitness gym and lap sized pool of any place I had ever stayed, and I considered working out while I was gone, but I just never got motivated to do that either. I guess the good news is that I didn't eat all that much while I was gone either. I got back home last night, and probably won't go back to work until Tuesday, being this is Memorial Day weekend and all. I need to get motivated to get back into working out.
I got my replacement cables for my old Garmin GPS, loaded the software and downloaded my workouts for the last two years - including my last race. How pitiful! I have never seen such an inconsistent pace in my life. 3/4's of my run was in the vicinity of a 10:00 minute pace, but there were intervals of 20 seconds here and there of 6:00 and 7:00 minute paces, and walks of 18:00 minute paces. I was all over the map. While I was gone, I left early one evening, to allow family that came from all over, to have some intimate time with my friend, and I found a running store, with my phone's GPS, and stopped in there. Of all things, ended up buying a Nike+ and a pouch for the shoe sensor. Tried it out just walking with a few spurts of energy here and there, just to make sure it worked, and that I could upload it to the website. Everything worked as advertised. Figure, with the GPS, I ought to be able to dial it in pretty well. Don't know which one I'm going to like the best; the training software for the Garmin actually maps your course via GoogleMaps, and allows you to zoom in and analyze every aspect of your run. Of course, the Nike+ is much simpler, and allows you to record your run on an indoor track, in bad weather, and on a treadmill; so both have their advantages.
Thanks to all my friends for worrying about me. It's just another one of those curve balls that life throws at you. We all go through them, and they are never fun. But, I don't believe that God ever gives us, or allows us to receive, anything we can't handle. I guess it make us better equipped to empathise with others, and build character. I guess I'm a slow learner, cause I've sure seen my share of curve balls these last couple years. Anyway, I've got a lot of catching up to do on each of your journals. I hope that everyone is doing well. Toodles.
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My sympathy for your loss, DK, and lots of love. I'm so glad you were able to be there with him before he passed, and that you had someone in your life who clearly made a huge and positive contribution, and equally I'm very sorry that you've lost someone you loved. xx
24 May 12 by member: ferlengheti
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My condolences on your loss. I am sure he appreciated you being there much more than you know. Now - you take care of you!
24 May 12 by member: BuffyBear
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So sorry about your friends passing. It's so great you found him and reconnected before he fell ill. It's amazing how 40+ years of absence can be made up during 40 minutes/40 days in a true friendship. The two of you shared a moment in time that I'm sure he cherished just as much as you do. I'm tearing up for you. Welcome back.
24 May 12 by member: MillaLite
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I am sorry for your loss DK. Seems he waited for you. Perhaps that is the small blessing giving the two of you time to say good bye. Lots of love.
24 May 12 by member: petuniak
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Sorry for your loss but glad you could be there for your friend in the end- holding my grandmother's hand while she died was the hardest thing I've ever done but I wouldn't trade it for anything. As for the race, you'll do better next time- think of how much better you did than people like me who were home sitting on the couch! You've hit a bit of a rough patch for now but I know you'll pull through.
24 May 12 by member: gnat824
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Man DK....powerful stuff....you are a good man.
24 May 12 by member: Rpalmst
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Oh, DK, I am so sorry about your friend! It is so hard to lose someone we are so close to, but as you said, someday you will see each other again. I am glad that you were able to say your goodbyes in person, though...that is something that you will always have. HUGS!
24 May 12 by member: ctlss
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I'm so glad that he hung on for you, DK - how special for you to be able to spend that time with him, but what a heartache to see him go.. Glad to have you back so you can share all of your character with us.. :)
24 May 12 by member: erika2633
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So sorry for your loss DK. Very touching story. Even though it's hard, I'm glad you had a chance to see him and were with him during his last days. Hugs to you.
24 May 12 by member: tglenna
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Sorry for your loss. No matter what conversations you didn't get to have in the end, just your being there was special and meaningful.
24 May 12 by member: JessWhatINeeded
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Sorry for your loss DK. Powerful stuff. Puts much in perspective. Perhaps your old GPS is inaccurate? I've been using a smartphone with mytracks and strava, but there are tons of sites like that today which are simular to Nike+.
25 May 12 by member: posterchild66
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Glad you managed to get to see your 'brother from another mother,' agin before he passed over. xx
25 May 12 by member: Sk1nnyfuture
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So sorry for your loss! I'm glad you got a chance to see him before he passed, I'm sure that means the world to you and to him! Take your time, you'll get back to working out in no time!
25 May 12 by member: Bkeller1023
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So sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you!
25 May 12 by member: jessabridge4444
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Hey buddy..so sorry for your loss..but you being there made it easier for him to go on...I'm sure he knew you were there..its never easy to let go and its never something you get used to..but its part of life
here on earth..Enjoy your few days off..Thinking of you...:O)
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So sorry about the passing of your friend. It sounds like you gave him great comfort and I'm sure he appreciated having you there. You are such a positive influence on so many people, as I think you can see with all the comments from people who care about you. I wish you peace while you work through this difficult time.
25 May 12 by member: sjcoray
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Thanks Everyone! Time to move on. Posterchild, GPS is fine; I was the one that was broke.
25 May 12 by member: DairyKing
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Hi Dk, glad you spent time with your brother and expressed your thoughts to him. Much love Sazy xx
25 May 12 by member: sazy
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DK, Sorry to be so late to this journal. I'm very sorry for your loss. I do believe that your friend knew everything thing that was going on, that you loved him dearly and that you were there. HUGS!
27 May 12 by member: Helewis
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