Listening

Friday, April 21

Laurie and I returned from OHSU on Wednesday afternoon both physically and emotionally exhausted! That said, all went as expected – blood tests, doctor exam and infusion all progressed smoothly.  The doctor, as well as the trial coordinator assured us that the intense fatigue, which I’ve been feeling, is normal. They suggested I continue moderate exercise but listen to the body and get sufficient rest. This theme of listening to the body and getting rest has been echoed by many of you, including, Julia, Annamarie, Chris, Laurie, Zac, Allean………

The next morning I went to an early morning appointment with Zac, my eastern healer. He worked on supporting the immune system, we spoke of appropriate rest and off I went on the 2-day drive to Red Rock.

Be assured, I am fully convinced of the importance of rest and am committed to listening to my body at every turn! In matter or fact I have a plan for the next 18 days. I do not plan on climbing every day, nor do I intend to attempt more than one multi pitch climb per day! Those days I do climb, I’ll hike to the climb, spend 30 minutes or so at the base, resting or napping, and then send the climb. My send will be slow and steady – never rushed. I plan on enjoying each and every move on each and every climb! So is my commitment to myself (and Laurie). Nonetheless, she did insist, as I drove away yesterday, that she would sit on my right shoulder overseeing the entire adventure, as a supportive teammate.

Two gorgeous views on today’s drive

I am very excited and a little nervous!