Well, I think it is time for another wonderful update on what is going on with me. There really has not been that much. I was working at Family Dollar, but the stress of it cause my chest pains. I miss being there and helping the customers, and working with my great co-workers. I am now looking for a work at home position to help bridge the gap of what I get in Social Security Disability.

I am looking forward to my mom and sister coming down towards the end of the month. It will be nice to be able to show them around the island where I live. I am glad that they are coming, but also a bit sad that my dad never made it down to see where I live.

My divorce was finalized, and I am moving on with my life. I do not want people to feel sad for me, because my marriage ended. It is a fact of life, we deal with it, and move on. I am so grateful for the people that are in my life. At times I find it difficult to make friends, not because I do not want to, but because my level of trust. I talk to people, but rarely let people in to see the true me, who I am , what I think, and what I feel.

The one thing that I have learned in all of this is to watch what I say. I tend at times to just say whatever is on my mind at the time, and at times that is bad. I need to think before I speak. I find that when I get into protective mode, I tend to react and say something, instead of sitting back and thinking before I say something. I find that I do this far too often, whether it be verbally, facially (expression on my face), or text. If I have ever done that to you, please find it in your heart to forgive me. Also, if I have ever done this to you, please take a moment and reach out and let me know. I would love the opportunity to apologize for it. I am not perfect and never profess to be perfect. I find that I am an open book, if you have a question, please feel free to ask me, and I will answer it honestly and openly to you.

For those of you that know me, my favorite day recently passed. I am a huge hockey fan, and love the opening of free agency. So, I spent the day watching what player signed where. I was surprised by some trades, and yes even some signings. The one trade that I could not figure out was with Las Vegas Golden Knights. They traded Ryan Reeves to the New York Rangers. Not sure why they did this, he did not take up that much salary cap space. He is a grinder, a true physical presence in the lineup. As most of my friends know, I do tend to like the tough guys, the “enforcers”. Although, in the salary cap era, most of those types of players are not around anymore. You need to be more then just an “enforcer” to play in today’s NHL. Please feel free to voice your opinion on the topic.

I hope that you enjoyed this update. I know that this has squirrel moments in it, but that is who I am at times. Please leave a comment, or a like. I would appreciate it.

Have a wonderful Sunday!

Good morning. It has been a while since I last did a blog. First and foremost to those that have been reading my blogs thank you so much for your support. For those people that I have seen in person that have encouraged me to continue doing the blogs, thank you. I really do enjoy doing the blogs, I think as I do them I learn more each time.

To the people that followed and read the Easter blog, I am sorry that I did not finish it. Life takes us in directions that are sometimes surprising, and totally unexpected. I can promise that there will be new content coming, and also I will be continuing my Bible Helicopter view series soon. I really have enjoyed doing that series. I am thinking about doing a non-religious series in order to attract more followers, and maybe one day supporters of my blogging.

As the title indicates, this is an update. I have not done an update blog in a very long time, and feel the need to do one.

As most of you know since January of this year, I have been working part time at Family Dollar on Chincoteague. I have enjoyed being there. The people that I met for the most part are really nice. During the off-season months, it is most fellow Teaguers. I have enjoyed meeting them, and talking to them. Although, I am not great with names, I do remember their faces. I met the mayor of our town. The story of how I met him is pretty funny. He came in the store and was wearing his town jacket. So, I asked him what department he worked in( at the time, I did not know he was the mayor). He comes back very quietly and unassuming says’ “I am the mayor.” One of the customers in the store started laughing, and I thought she was laughing at me. I later find out that it was the mayor, she was laughing at. Only because of the way he said. I have also enjoyed talking to our visitors to the Island. Some ask, “where is a good place to eat?”, or “where can I see the Ponies?”. For the most part the visitors are friendly, but there are some in the bunch that are not so friendly.

As my family members know, and some close friends know. I have been having some chest pains, and went to see my cardiologist. He was not sure what it could be so, he had me do a stress test and something he was not pleased with. He wanted me to have a catherization just to check things out, and see what may or may not be going on. he did give my nitroglycerin tablets just in case. Well, I believe it was May 1 that I actually had to take one. It helped and made the pain go away. I had the pre-catherization appointment on May 6th. I am thinking ok, they will do what they had to do and schedule my catherization. I was wrong, the nurse did an EKG, and found that my heart did a “flip”. Do not ask what that is, as I am still not sure to this day. I found myself, going over to TidalHealth, the hospital for a catherization that very day. Dr. Cinderalla performed the procedure( yes, I did say Cinderalla). He was a very nice person, horrible on bedside manor. He came in and told me that he did not find any blockages. I am grateful for that. He also called my sister and gave her the update. She then gave the update to the rest of the family. I am so very grateful for her and all that she has done. So, now I find myself sitting at home relaxing, which is nice. I sit out on the porch and have my coffee. We are still not sure what was causing the chest pain, but I am glad to find out that my heart is doing very good, considering my family history.

I want to thank my brother Mike, whom helped me navigate this part of my life. He was there and knew what to expect, and also knew the questions to ask. I have a follow up with the cardiologist tomorrow, and we will see what the next step is. I also have a CT scan scheduled for Wednesday down in county. Hopefully, it will come back that there is no problems. I am just curious to know what the problem was/is. I was thinking it could be the mask and moving around putting stock away, and walking. When I work I normally do about 9,000 steps a day.

The last thing that I need to update is that, I am going down to county tomorrow, and seeing the Commissioner in regards to my divorce. If everything goes as planned, my divorce will be final on or about June 1, 2021. I do not want a pity party, nor do I want anyone to feel bad. It is a fact of life and you deal with it and move on.

I am so very grateful for my family and friend whom have been with me through this entire time. Without their support, I have no idea where I would be right now. Thank you Pastor Kevin Stanley for being in my corner. You are not only my Pastor, but a good friend. I know if I really need to talk, I can count on you to be there and to listen to me. Through all of this, I have not forgotten that God has a purpose, will and plan for me, and I have to let him direct me through it.

I hope that you all have a great day, and please pass along this blog to anyone and everyone. Please feel free to leave a comment below, or contact me personally.