This is an update regarding my knee. Those that know me know that Ive developed a love of running, matched only by my love of doing what others tell me I shouldnt be doing. The knee has been a driving force behind doing the running. Hopefully staying in motion will help me from slowing down later on. The pain from what felt like a pull on Sunday became one that kept me from straightening the left leg on Monday. After giving the boss grief about not going to see a doctor, it was only right that he tell me that I have to go to the emergency room to have it checked out.

The guys at the emergency room at UAB were helpful last night, though it turned out to be a much longer stay than what I had intended (I was there for a little over five hours before I was seen). I can live with that, especially when seeing some of the more severe trauma cases that came in and were placed in front of me and knowing that they were short staffed. Growing up with both parents as nurses, one a triage nurse, you somehow learn to be patient in those situations, despite not being able to carry that over to other things. Also a quick virtual thank you to the guys at MedTown Pharmacy downtown. Im grateful that theyre as close to my loft as they are; it makes it easier to practice what you preach in terms of supporting locals when you get great and fast service.

The ER guys really were not sure what was wrong with me, though they believe that a strain is the source of the pain. Im supposed to see a specialist next week to determine if there is additional damage. Until then, I must remember how to get around without a cane, that I have to take my medicine no matter how groggy they may make me feel and that Im not Superman and that every once in a while I need to slow down. I say this even though Im trying to get work done from home anyway. Its forced the creation of a home network for the computers. So now I can actually plug into the office from the comfort of my view of Vulcan at the loft. Back to work though. Needless to say that I wont be as effective for Relay for Life on Friday as Id hoped. Ill let you know more as I learn more.