I chose the title of this blog to go with a Beatles song from 1969. The title made sense in October of 2009 because fighting cancer might be a drawn out challenge. I take inspiration where I can, and hope to motivate with my musings about music, my status and anything else related to life. Anyone can post comments; no sign in or account is needed, just click on the comments section towards the bottom of the post and write me a note. A splendid time is guaranteed for all. Live Happy- Greg
"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain
Thursday, July 1, 2010
"Peace of Mind"
How come so many rock and roll stars end up dieing of drug overdoses, suicide, etc? They produce lovely music, and seem to burn out so soon (many anyway.) I was riding my stationary bike this morning and the first song on my Ipod was from Boston's self titled first album called "Peace of Mind." A song about the baby boomer generation and materialism with a nice workout beat. Boston's lead singer was Brad Delp, who just happened to grow up idolizing the Beatles and later formed a Beatles tribute band in the Boston area called Beatlejuice. Brad committed suicide in 2007 leaving a note saying he was a lonely soul, and that was that. There are some great lyrics from the tune penned by Tom Scholtz, the driving force behind Boston. "Now you're climbing to the top of the company ladder- Hope it doesn't take too long- Can't you see there'll come a day when it won't matter- Come a day when youll be gone." Is it me or has our pursuits in the workplace remained about the same (not counting the new I-Phone) since 1976?
Yvonne is doing a great job of making sure I follow my treatment protocol, I am improving every day. The POTS heart rate thing is even improving markedly. Today is day 47 since my transplant, I am almost half way to the magic day 100 when I can quit taking the immuno-suppressive drugs and move on to complete remission. Until then I will try to remember to stay in the zone where my peace of mind is just as important as everything else. Live Happy and please don't burn out! The pic is Sadie and Yvonne relaxing a few months ago- Greg
Yeah, great song! Remember that one all right. I'm glad you are improving! Yes, having to face a life threatning disease sure mkaes a person shuffle priorities in life. So sad when people can't find a way out of lifes problems and they choose suicide. Love, Cathy
You know why some of the great musicians fall? They are looking to find satisfaction in drugs, booze or whatever and it leads them down the road of addiction. They don't see a way out so they kill themselves. People trying to fill their empty lives with something that won't fill it up. Love, Cathy
Greg, just a quick note. Rosalie passed away today about 300 p.m., eastern time. Patty said to wait to say something until we hear from her. LOve Dad ana Alice
Happy 4th of July! To all of the people able to enjoy camping, family gatherings, etc., I hope you have a great weekend. Sweet Madame Blue is 234 Sunday. We are closer and closer to losing some of our freedoms, give thanks for our what we have left and think about what we can lose if we are not careful.
My man Lance took 4th in the opening time trial at the Tour De France today. He started competing when he was 21, and today is a 39 year old cancer survivor who has won 7 times, and beat the bibs off guys half his age. He rode a stationary bike during treatment to get back in the game, just like you. Be like Lance. Live STRONG!
X, I saw Lance give it his all and am following the tour as I ride my bike. I stopped by the office Friday to help say goodbye to Crystal who is taking a new job, enjoyed some strawberry shortcake and now have to work even harder for a few days! Living stronger, Greg
Lance fell three times today in the Tour and finished, maintaining his position in the top ten. There is a basic message in that: Get up, get going, don't quit. But you already know that, huh? Live STRONG!
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Yeah, great song! Remember that one all right. I'm glad you are improving! Yes, having to face a life threatning disease sure mkaes a person shuffle priorities in life. So sad when people can't find a way out of lifes problems and they choose suicide.
Love, Cathy
Hi,
I left a comment yesterday. But it doesn't show. I'm glad you are feeling better!
Love, Cathy
Now it's showing! No Greg, I haven't lost my mind, not yet anyway, JK.
You know why some of the great musicians fall? They are looking to find satisfaction in drugs, booze or whatever and it leads them down the road of addiction. They don't see a way out so they kill themselves. People trying to fill their empty lives with something that won't fill it up.
Love, Cathy
Have a peaceful and very happy July 4th!! :-)
Greg, just a quick note. Rosalie passed away today about 300 p.m., eastern time. Patty said to wait to say something until we hear from her. LOve Dad ana Alice
Happy 4th of July! To all of the people able to enjoy camping, family gatherings, etc., I hope you have a great weekend. Sweet Madame Blue is 234 Sunday. We are closer and closer to losing some of our freedoms, give thanks for our what we have left and think about what we can lose if we are not careful.
Greg
Do you mean the song "sweet madame blue? Or is it a blues fest? You lost me bro! Yes we should never take our freedoms for granted.
I got the madame blue now.
Love, Cathy
A song by Styx, and a way to describe the good ole USA.
yeah I thought it was a song by Styx, yes and also a way to describe our country. Have a happy 4th.
My man Lance took 4th in the opening time trial at the Tour De France today. He started competing when he was 21, and today is a 39 year old cancer survivor who has won 7 times, and beat the bibs off guys half his age. He rode a stationary bike during treatment to get back in the game, just like you. Be like Lance. Live STRONG!
X, I saw Lance give it his all and am following the tour as I ride my bike. I stopped by the office Friday to help say goodbye to Crystal who is taking a new job, enjoyed some strawberry shortcake and now have to work even harder for a few days! Living stronger, Greg
Lance fell three times today in the Tour and finished, maintaining his position in the top ten. There is a basic message in that: Get up, get going, don't quit. But you already know that, huh? Live STRONG!
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