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
Portuguese, an interesting language. Back in the colonial days, Brazil was the largest of the Portuguese colonies, but those amazing seafarers went far and wide exploring the world, setting up colonies in China, Africa, South America, minor stopovers in and around India and the Philippines including one of my homes away from home- Hawaii. Back in the late 50's through the 60's the term Bossa or Bossa Nova relating to music had its roots in Samba. Soft, sexy, Caribbean, and definitely jazzy influences combined with folk, pop, and many a cover version was recorded "Bossa" style. I have of course featured Here Comes the Sun before, the George Harrison classic is probably my favorite upbeat Beatles song. I hope you enjoy the Bossa version.
I highlight George's tour de force today (not that I have scientific data to back me up) - I can see my tumors and lesions shrinking on my legs and body. Our "Sun" here in the Pacific Northwest is where you find it. My sun comes from feeling depression starting to sink in when I experienced my third relapse, words like "innumerable" were used when describing cancerous related lumps and lesions throughout my body. Then... I felt the largest one yet, a thumb size lump on my right flank. It grew and grew. I forgot to check it for a couple of days and this morning it is the size of a small finger- that is success in my book. The first sign of relapse in November was a very recognizable lump on my right shin. It grew to the size of a quarter and it protruded about 1/3". It is now almost flush and the color is changing from red to normal skin. So, early yes; but this round of MOAD seems to be slowing or stopping my tumor/cancer growth. I will finish the first round next Tuesday then Monday the 9th of January. I will share some pictures when we get a little more time. Occupy a seat or stand and live Happy!
