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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



Sunday, February 6, 2011

"Hey Bulldog"

The Beatles as we came to know them became a group in 1960. In 1962 they finally became whole when Ringo joined and Pete Best exited the group. The Beatles recorded songs as a group from 1962 until 1969. During those seven short years they went through many phases of group dynamics. Towards the end of their recording life, the group had gone from collective songs towards individual efforts where a second or third Beatle wasn't even a necessity. In 1968 the boys actually played together for what many said was the last time on "Hey Bulldog." While a John Lennon song, Paul contributed as did the rhythm section in the studio. The attached clip was actually made to promote the Lady Madonna single, but shows the Abbey Road vibe of the time and a good time in the studio. The song is basically meaningless, and a bit of a rocker.
Speaking of dogs, our puppy had an issue where her hair was not growing back from the August surgery. Yvonne got a blood test done the other day and Sadie is low on platelets at about 100, normal is 160 and above.  I happen to be low on platelets too...  So we are left wondering about other potential issues for now. We will check her again in a few weeks, her liver enzymes were elevated and her cholesterol was great.
During our January snow event



I am getting over most of my recent chemo weeks' side effects, still a little unbalanced and woozy.   I had a PET scan on Friday and hopefully the results will come in Monday or Tuesday. PET scans look at tumor growth and lymph nodes... I hope everyone has a good Superbowl Sunday, I like both teams but think the Steel curtain is too tough for the Pack.

I am living Happy, I hope you are too- Greg

11 comments:

Unknown said...

Good morning Greg,

I am so glad that you are feeling better. Keeping good thoughts! Go Steelers!

robinhood said...

Praying.
Enjoy the game

Hank

Amber said...

Disco,
Have your vet check your pup's kidneys. My old boy Brinx had the exact same thing and he ended up having a major bladder infection. They found it through an ultra sound. He had the same blood level readings as your pup so might be something to look into.

I hope you are on the mend and coming back to work soon. It sounds like our re-org puts you in charge of ATU:)

Take care and enjoy the game.

Ambo

Anonymous said...

Hey Greg. Buddy had the same symptoms with elevated iver. Is Sadie on Rimadyl? Buddy was for his torn ligament and when he got off rimadyl the enzymes improved. Glad to hear you are on the mend and she will be soon too.
Bob Meyer

Cathy Curths said...

Glad you got through the Chemo, take it easy and say hello to Yvonne for me. I'm watching the Super Bowl Bowl, the only football game I ever watch. Fox has it this year. I hope Sadie is well, Puff is 17 now, amazing. I never thought shed live this long.
God Bless you, Cathy

Greg Dymerski said...

I picked the underdog since today is my dog theme. But it looks like it will be a good game early on. Thanks for the veterinary assists, Sadie is not on any meds other than our pampering formula of fish oil + extra protein. Greg

Cathy Curths said...

I'm rooting for Green Bay. The Steelers have Ben R who is a bad boy.

Alice Lor said...

Hi Greg, I just sign up for the Big Climb!! Looking forward to another fun climb!! :-) See you there! Live Strong and Happy!! :-)

Greg Dymerski said...

Great news Alice! I am signing up today, I was hesitating due to my relapse but now am feeling too good not to be able to make it. See you soon- Greg

Here is the link to sign up for our Big Climb team: http://www.llswa.org/site/TR/Events/BigClimb?team_id=34370&pg=team&fr_id=1160

Anonymous said...

Greg, WE pray every day for you and your family, and also for Cathy and her family. Enjoy each and every day and remember the good times we all had. I think about them often. Love Dad and Alice

Greg Dymerski said...

Thanks Dad, got some good news today and will blog about that and other stuff very soon.

Greg