Suddenly I have a lot going on

[Bill Mattocks]

Some of you know of my battles with my heart - Atrial Fibrillation led to an ablation, which left me with an 8% PVC burden and the occasional SVT. Still, things have settled down. I'm in normal sinus rhythm now, and take a ton of medication, carrying a Flecanaide in my pocket in case of AFib. Of course I've been a Type II diabetic for over 15 years, still hanging in there. Recently switched from Trulicity to Mounjaro, which is messing with my stomach a ton. Blood pressure and cholestorol are totallly under control. Knees hurt sometimes going down stairs, and my left hip is kind of a mess. I walk with a very short gait these days and I'm a bit unsteady sometimes; had to sell my motorcycle because I didn't feel safe riding it.

I've had a ton of work done on my teeth, and a recent x-ray showed no fewer than 9 cavities under the gum line in my front teeth. Fortunately that all seems to be fixed now.

Both of my shoulders are a mess - tendonitis, which I mentioned in a post recently. But I'm getting physical therapy and it seems to be helping.

Turns out a spot on my scalp is squamous carcinoma in situ, and must be removed with something called a Mohs procedure. Whee.

And I've just this week had my very first therapy session at the Veterans Administration in Ann Arbor; I've been offically diagnosed with PTSD relating to my experiences in the Marine Corps.

Sometimes, it just seems to be a lot. But I'm still hanging in there.

If I knew I was going to fall apart like this, I'd have taken better care of myself.

 

[gyoja]

I hope that things turn around for you soon. If I can help in any way, please let me know.

 

[Buka]

All my best to you, brother.

 

[isshinryuronin]

That's a lot of adversity to work thru and overcome, to be sure! But I'm confident that you will keep your fighting spirit strong and power thru all this. A little good luck would be nice too, and I sincerely hope for the best for you.

Some possible good news. Are you sure, Bill, that your PTSD isn't just a result of too much time on this forum?
Ha, ha. Keep your sense of humor - it's good medicine.

 

[_Simon_]

Thinking of you buddy, and yes, hang in there. Fighting spirit for sure. And keep chatting with us weirdos okay 👍🏻

And find something that anchors you, allows you to feel stable, whatever that may be you.

The next time I do Sanchin kata, I'll be thinking of you, and sending some of that Sanchin energy your way 👍🏻

 

[JowGaWolf]

Some of you know of my battles with my heart - Atrial Fibrillation led to an ablation, which left me with an 8% PVC burden and the occasional SVT. Still, things have settled down. I'm in normal sinus rhythm now, and take a ton of medication, carrying a Flecanaide in my pocket in case of AFib. Of course I've been a Type II diabetic for over 15 years, still hanging in there. Recently switched from Trulicity to Mounjaro, which is messing with my stomach a ton. Blood pressure and cholestorol are totallly under control. Knees hurt sometimes going down stairs, and my left hip is kind of a mess. I walk with a very short gait these days and I'm a bit unsteady sometimes; had to sell my motorcycle because I didn't feel safe riding it.

I've had a ton of work done on my teeth, and a recent x-ray showed no fewer than 9 cavities under the gum line in my front teeth. Fortunately that all seems to be fixed now.

Both of my shoulders are a mess - tendonitis, which I mentioned in a post recently. But I'm getting physical therapy and it seems to be helping.

Turns out a spot on my scalp is squamous carcinoma in situ, and must be removed with something called a Mohs procedure. Whee.

And I've just this week had my very first therapy session at the Veterans Administration in Ann Arbor; I've been offically diagnosed with PTSD relating to my experiences in the Marine Corps.

Sometimes, it just seems to be a lot. But I'm still hanging in there.

If I knew I was going to fall apart like this, I'd have taken better care of myself.

Keep hanging in there.

 

[Taiji Rebel]

Wishing you all the best.

 

[Xue Sheng]

Wish you the best

 

[Gyakuto]

F**king hell, Bill! If you want, I’ll come round and strangle you while you sleep…the problem is I might release my hands repeatedly to prolong my pleasure, but I’ll try my best 😉🤔

Moh’s procedure is really good and highly effective. You’re lucky to have access to that, although you will end up with a hair style like one of the Stooges.

What you need to do is laugh, preferably in the warmth for friends (although knowing you as I do, I doubt you have any). Go to a comedy club with them, watch ‘Dumb and Dumber’ or ‘40 Year Old Virgin’….laugh! It just makes you feel better. But all the time wait for the feel of my hands reaching around your neck, as I creep up behind you 😈

Have you seen Shōgun yet? Have you seen ‘The Orville’?

 

[Instructor]

Hang in there. I'm praying for improvement on all counts.

 

[Holmejr]

Getting old and breaking down is not fun, especially if much of our pride comes from being active. Wishing you the best, and hope you recover well from what you can recover from and keep the rest in check. We do it until we can’t do it. Fight the good fight.

 

[Instructor]

Fasting has helped me with a few medical maladies over the years.

 

[Bill Mattocks]

F**king hell, Bill! If you want, I’ll come round and strangle you while you sleep…the problem is I might release my hands repeatedly to prolong my pleasure, but I’ll try my best 😉🤔

Moh’s procedure is really good and highly effective. You’re lucky to have access to that, although you will end up with a hair style like one of the Stooges.

What you need to do is laugh, preferably in the warmth for friends (although knowing you as I do, I doubt you have any). Go to a comedy club with them, watch ‘Dumb and Dumber’ or ‘40 Year Old Virgin’….laugh! It just makes you feel better. But all the time wait for the feel of my hands reaching around your neck, as I creep up behind you 😈

Have you seen Shōgun yet? Have you seen ‘The Orville’?

I thought I mentioned that I don't watch TV. But you're free to strangle me. Might be a good idea.

 

[Gyakuto]

I thought I mentioned that I don't watch TV. But you're free to strangle me. Might be a good idea.

There’s your problem. You need to watch TV. Just be highly selective. I’d get thoroughly depressed if I didn’t have a TV. Get a 60” OLED with a mahussive Bose Sound bar!

 

[JowGaWolf]

I thought I mentioned that I don't watch TV. But you're free to strangle me. Might be a good idea.

Get a room you two lol

 

[Gyakuto]

Get a room you two lol

With a huge TV?

 

[JowGaWolf]

With a huge TV?

Yep. Don't get one with a small one. Lol. I'm afraid Bill may still have a black and white TV. Come yo think about I might still have one in storage myself. Lol

Bill watch more TV lol. Or at least stream some TV series and movies.

 

[Gyakuto]

Yep. Don't get one with a small one. Lol. I'm afraid Bill may still have a black and white TV. Come yo think about I might still have one in storage myself. Lol

Bill watch more TV lol. Or at least stream some TV series and movies.

I think he worries for the well-being of the ‘little people inside the box’, especially now they’re virtually flat!

 

[leo_o_a]

Some of you know of my battles with my heart - Atrial Fibrillation led to an ablation, which left me with an 8% PVC burden and the occasional SVT. Still, things have settled down. I'm in normal sinus rhythm now, and take a ton of medication, carrying a Flecanaide in my pocket in case of AFib. Of course I've been a Type II diabetic for over 15 years, still hanging in there. Recently switched from Trulicity to Mounjaro, which is messing with my stomach a ton. Blood pressure and cholestorol are totallly under control. Knees hurt sometimes going down stairs, and my left hip is kind of a mess. I walk with a very short gait these days and I'm a bit unsteady sometimes; had to sell my motorcycle because I didn't feel safe riding it.

I've had a ton of work done on my teeth, and a recent x-ray showed no fewer than 9 cavities under the gum line in my front teeth. Fortunately that all seems to be fixed now.

Both of my shoulders are a mess - tendonitis, which I mentioned in a post recently. But I'm getting physical therapy and it seems to be helping.

Turns out a spot on my scalp is squamous carcinoma in situ, and must be removed with something called a Mohs procedure. Whee.

And I've just this week had my very first therapy session at the Veterans Administration in Ann Arbor; I've been offically diagnosed with PTSD relating to my experiences in the Marine Corps.

Sometimes, it just seems to be a lot. But I'm still hanging in there.

If I knew I was going to fall apart like this, I'd have taken better care of myself.

I just joined the Site but I wish you well Brother!!!! I have heart problems as well...stay away from the coffee and caffeine I can say!!! also "cialis" is a Wonder Drug for reducing blood pressure...who knew? Huh, huh huh huh Staying alive, staying alive


LEO

 

[HighKick]

Some of you know of my battles with my heart - Atrial Fibrillation led to an ablation, which left me with an 8% PVC burden and the occasional SVT. Still, things have settled down. I'm in normal sinus rhythm now, and take a ton of medication, carrying a Flecanaide in my pocket in case of AFib. Of course I've been a Type II diabetic for over 15 years, still hanging in there. Recently switched from Trulicity to Mounjaro, which is messing with my stomach a ton. Blood pressure and cholestorol are totallly under control. Knees hurt sometimes going down stairs, and my left hip is kind of a mess. I walk with a very short gait these days and I'm a bit unsteady sometimes; had to sell my motorcycle because I didn't feel safe riding it.

I've had a ton of work done on my teeth, and a recent x-ray showed no fewer than 9 cavities under the gum line in my front teeth. Fortunately that all seems to be fixed now.

Both of my shoulders are a mess - tendonitis, which I mentioned in a post recently. But I'm getting physical therapy and it seems to be helping.

Turns out a spot on my scalp is squamous carcinoma in situ, and must be removed with something called a Mohs procedure. Whee.

And I've just this week had my very first therapy session at the Veterans Administration in Ann Arbor; I've been offically diagnosed with PTSD relating to my experiences in the Marine Corps.

Sometimes, it just seems to be a lot. But I'm still hanging in there.

If I knew I was going to fall apart like this, I'd have taken better care of myself.

Stay strong brother. Your writings show a person of character and tenacity. Thank you for your service and years of dedication to your craft.
You got this.