Hey Guys,
I apologize for the week long drought. I went to Elba on Thursday and was out of town though the weekend. Rehab is still going well. In the morning I am going for an FCE. This is an evaluation that will rate what I'll be able to do on the job front. It starts at 7:30 am and will last 3-4 hours. I'm not sure what it will consist of but I am up for the challenge.
I promise I'll post tomorrow.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Tuesday March 24, 2009 8:45 PM
Hey Guys,
Happy Tuesday!!!! I have something I have really been wanting to post about, but I want to give a quick therapy update. Today Lee Ann and I walked unassisted around the fishbowl in the gym. This is the offices in the middle of the gym. This is by far the most I have done. Recently I have had a feeling that my progress has plateaued, but I am starting to see a big difference.
OK. On to the meat of the blog.
Well as you all know it is Spring. I've always loved Spring for all of the obvious reasons. We can get out of the house and start getting ready for the beach. However, as soon as January rolls around I have to start thinking of people we have lost in the Spring and early summer in years past. Besides my Granddad, we lost Uncle Larry Grantham and on the horizon is the anniversary of Johnny Martin's death.
Lately I have been putting all my cd's on itunes and that includes my collection of Jimmy Buffett albums. I know it will surprise most of you to know that I have a couple of his tunes. Anyway, it has really made me think of Mr. Johnny listening to a bunch of old Buffett tunes that most have never heard of. We used to fry fish at his house and most nights when the crowd had thinned out he would pull out that guitar and play "African Friend" or "Little Miss Magic". Also, knowing the Masters is coming in a few weeks keeps him on my mind. But, after going through what I have been through in the last year I find myself daily wondering what would he would do here, or how he would handle this. As I am trying to get back on the golf course I really wish I could turn around after hitting a shot and "Say what about that "Mr. John" and see him smoking a cigarette and having that Johnny Martin smile on his face. He loved a challenge and he was a mentor when I learned the game and I know he would be instrumental in getting me back out there. He was definitely an extraordinary talent and a special man. I miss you Mr. Johnny.
NG
Happy Tuesday!!!! I have something I have really been wanting to post about, but I want to give a quick therapy update. Today Lee Ann and I walked unassisted around the fishbowl in the gym. This is the offices in the middle of the gym. This is by far the most I have done. Recently I have had a feeling that my progress has plateaued, but I am starting to see a big difference.
OK. On to the meat of the blog.
Well as you all know it is Spring. I've always loved Spring for all of the obvious reasons. We can get out of the house and start getting ready for the beach. However, as soon as January rolls around I have to start thinking of people we have lost in the Spring and early summer in years past. Besides my Granddad, we lost Uncle Larry Grantham and on the horizon is the anniversary of Johnny Martin's death.
Lately I have been putting all my cd's on itunes and that includes my collection of Jimmy Buffett albums. I know it will surprise most of you to know that I have a couple of his tunes. Anyway, it has really made me think of Mr. Johnny listening to a bunch of old Buffett tunes that most have never heard of. We used to fry fish at his house and most nights when the crowd had thinned out he would pull out that guitar and play "African Friend" or "Little Miss Magic". Also, knowing the Masters is coming in a few weeks keeps him on my mind. But, after going through what I have been through in the last year I find myself daily wondering what would he would do here, or how he would handle this. As I am trying to get back on the golf course I really wish I could turn around after hitting a shot and "Say what about that "Mr. John" and see him smoking a cigarette and having that Johnny Martin smile on his face. He loved a challenge and he was a mentor when I learned the game and I know he would be instrumental in getting me back out there. He was definitely an extraordinary talent and a special man. I miss you Mr. Johnny.
NG
Monday, March 23, 2009
Monday March 23, 2009 3:00 PM
Hey Guys,
Sorry I haven't posted in over a week. Early in the week I was busy and then I went on a business trip with Uncle Daniel. I had a great time as usual with him. There is definitely never a dull moment. We laughed for 3 days and I want to thank the Southeastern Fasteners Association for a good time. Uncle Daniel wore me out because I slept for 4 hours Saturday afternoon when we got home. Rehab is going well, we keep doing things that are increasingly difficult.
I want to wish a late Happy Birthday to Jo Hudson and Happy 55th Anniversary to Durrell and Jo Hudson.
I try to keep up this week.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Sorry I haven't posted in over a week. Early in the week I was busy and then I went on a business trip with Uncle Daniel. I had a great time as usual with him. There is definitely never a dull moment. We laughed for 3 days and I want to thank the Southeastern Fasteners Association for a good time. Uncle Daniel wore me out because I slept for 4 hours Saturday afternoon when we got home. Rehab is going well, we keep doing things that are increasingly difficult.
I want to wish a late Happy Birthday to Jo Hudson and Happy 55th Anniversary to Durrell and Jo Hudson.
I try to keep up this week.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Sunday March 15, 2009 11:30 AM
WOW WOW WOW.
I was excited about the show last night, but it exceeded my expectations by a mile. We got there in time to see Stephen and Marissa. Hey Slick it was great catching up and your in-laws are a trip.
The show started and 2 grand pianos came out of the floor. We were sitting high behind the stage. Our seats were actually great, we could see everything. Anyway, the pianos came out of the floor and out walks the two legends. They started with Billy Joel singing "Your Song" and 3 and 1/2 hours they ended it with "Candle in the Wind" and "Piano Man".
It was a great night with the family and the end to a wonderful Christmas season.
I want to thank Uncle Daniel for reminding me about the show because I had forgotten about it and I would have been sick if I had missed it.
Fins Up,
Jr.
I was excited about the show last night, but it exceeded my expectations by a mile. We got there in time to see Stephen and Marissa. Hey Slick it was great catching up and your in-laws are a trip.
The show started and 2 grand pianos came out of the floor. We were sitting high behind the stage. Our seats were actually great, we could see everything. Anyway, the pianos came out of the floor and out walks the two legends. They started with Billy Joel singing "Your Song" and 3 and 1/2 hours they ended it with "Candle in the Wind" and "Piano Man".
It was a great night with the family and the end to a wonderful Christmas season.
I want to thank Uncle Daniel for reminding me about the show because I had forgotten about it and I would have been sick if I had missed it.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
FLASHBACK...from Reese
I know...this isn't my blog anymore and I shouldn't be highjacking it! But I couldn't help but share with you what was on my mind. I was talking with a co-worker today about how crazy the last year has been and I got to thinking what I was doing this time last year...and then where Neil was this time last year. I have checked the old blogs all day. As of this very moment today at 6:36 pm the last post this time last year was at 5:55 and it read...
Yea!!!!!!! Neil had responded very well to the ventilator setting all day. The nurses moved Neil and got him looking all handsome. During this workout the bed had to be stopped for a while. Following this, Neil's oxygen sat dropped to 89 but then it recovered. His oxygen sat is at 94 right now, the oxygen percentage is at 70 and the PEEP has been moved down to 35. His gases looked a lot better than yesterday. His blood pressure is still varying. They hope to fix that by giving him fluid. My goodness, what a good job Neil has done. I am so proud of him. Today we showed the nurse the article in the Troy Messenger. She said they needed a picture of Neil in his ICU cubicle because they have never really seen him. Well, within the next few hours DeAnn had several pictures on the nurses board in Neil's room. This has been a grand day. The surest way for me to describe it to you is to tell you Neil's day nurse is smiling!!!! Thank you all so very much. Please keep praying for Neil's lungs.
This makes me teary just thinking about this time and so proud to know where you are brother! I love you and I love and thank everyone for their help and prayers in getting us here! I just thought everyone would appreciate this little trip back in time....
a little post from daphne....
Reese
Yea!!!!!!! Neil had responded very well to the ventilator setting all day. The nurses moved Neil and got him looking all handsome. During this workout the bed had to be stopped for a while. Following this, Neil's oxygen sat dropped to 89 but then it recovered. His oxygen sat is at 94 right now, the oxygen percentage is at 70 and the PEEP has been moved down to 35. His gases looked a lot better than yesterday. His blood pressure is still varying. They hope to fix that by giving him fluid. My goodness, what a good job Neil has done. I am so proud of him. Today we showed the nurse the article in the Troy Messenger. She said they needed a picture of Neil in his ICU cubicle because they have never really seen him. Well, within the next few hours DeAnn had several pictures on the nurses board in Neil's room. This has been a grand day. The surest way for me to describe it to you is to tell you Neil's day nurse is smiling!!!! Thank you all so very much. Please keep praying for Neil's lungs.
This makes me teary just thinking about this time and so proud to know where you are brother! I love you and I love and thank everyone for their help and prayers in getting us here! I just thought everyone would appreciate this little trip back in time....
a little post from daphne....
Reese
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Wednesday March 11, 2009 7:45 PM
Hey Guys,
Hope everything is going the way you want it to. Therapy is pretty tough this week. I don't know if it's because the temperature is up or what, but I'm beat when I leave.
Today I have gotten a ton of stuff done. I have cleaned the house and been working on my ipod.
Also, Kris and Stacey from SanBuck came up and we went to eat a little lunch. Thanks Mrs. Berg for making me walk a mile. We really had a good time catching up.
This weekend Mom, Dad, DeAnn, Reese and I are going to Atlanta to see Sir Elton and Billy Joel at Phillips . I'm real stoked about it because I love Elton John. Also I think I have a block of Jimmy Buffett tickets for Lakewood if anybody would like them. Lt me know.
Have a good week.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Hope everything is going the way you want it to. Therapy is pretty tough this week. I don't know if it's because the temperature is up or what, but I'm beat when I leave.
Today I have gotten a ton of stuff done. I have cleaned the house and been working on my ipod.
Also, Kris and Stacey from SanBuck came up and we went to eat a little lunch. Thanks Mrs. Berg for making me walk a mile. We really had a good time catching up.
This weekend Mom, Dad, DeAnn, Reese and I are going to Atlanta to see Sir Elton and Billy Joel at Phillips . I'm real stoked about it because I love Elton John. Also I think I have a block of Jimmy Buffett tickets for Lakewood if anybody would like them. Lt me know.
Have a good week.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Sunday March 8. 2009 1:30 PM
Hey Guys,
Sorry for the lack of post. I guess I took a week off. Therapy went great all last week. Yesterday we went down to Dothan Lliam's 1st birthday party at Bill and Ann's. Lliam was born last year while I was taking a nap at Baptist South. We had a great time and after it was over I went to Area 51 to see some secret agents over in the hood. Thanks guys for the cool beverages and the fellowship. I love the pad and can't wait to go back.
On the way back last night Alison, D, and I stopped at Mikata in Troy. It was good and I hope they can make a go of it in Troy.
Happy Birthday Lliam. Also today is Dean and Dusty Smith's Birthday.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Sorry for the lack of post. I guess I took a week off. Therapy went great all last week. Yesterday we went down to Dothan Lliam's 1st birthday party at Bill and Ann's. Lliam was born last year while I was taking a nap at Baptist South. We had a great time and after it was over I went to Area 51 to see some secret agents over in the hood. Thanks guys for the cool beverages and the fellowship. I love the pad and can't wait to go back.
On the way back last night Alison, D, and I stopped at Mikata in Troy. It was good and I hope they can make a go of it in Troy.
Happy Birthday Lliam. Also today is Dean and Dusty Smith's Birthday.
Fins Up,
Jr.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Pictures from AML Parade & Ball 2009
I promised some pictures...so here they are! D didn't make it down in time to get pictures with Neil...but here is Mom, Dad and the Grand Marshall!!!
We have a whole group shot but I haven't gotten that picture yet...so here is just a quick one of us from the Ball! D and I gave Neil a fedora...he really wanted one and he's wearing the mask I had to wear for call outs and on the float!
This is Neil just before the parade rolled with his 2 drivers! Sure does look like they were all having a good time!
And since it was MY parade I had to get a shot with Baby Brother...aka the Grand Marshall! I hope you had a good ride Bubbie!!!
I hope you guys enjoyed them!
Reese
We have a whole group shot but I haven't gotten that picture yet...so here is just a quick one of us from the Ball! D and I gave Neil a fedora...he really wanted one and he's wearing the mask I had to wear for call outs and on the float!
This is Neil just before the parade rolled with his 2 drivers! Sure does look like they were all having a good time!
And since it was MY parade I had to get a shot with Baby Brother...aka the Grand Marshall! I hope you had a good ride Bubbie!!!
I hope you guys enjoyed them!Reese
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Sunday March 1. 2009 1:30 PM
I just want to tell my dad how much I love him and he is certainly on my mind today. For those of you that do not know, 30 years ago today my grandfather C. F. "Neil" Grantham was shot and killed outside the Coffee County jail in downtown Elba. The waste on taxpayers' money that was charged and convicted of the murder has been in Atmore on death row eating 3 meals a day and enjoying heat and air while my family suffers. It is an absolute injustice and it blows my mind that anybody would go to bat for someone that was guilty of premeditated murder. It really makes us all question the legal system of this great country we live in. Lawmakers in DC are bailing out their buddies while the constituents that elected them suffer. I will get off my rant.
Dad, Aunt B, Mama Dot and Janette I love you all and hope there is closure for us all soon.
Neil
Dad, Aunt B, Mama Dot and Janette I love you all and hope there is closure for us all soon.
Neil
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