tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post3267765177702416740..comments2023-07-20T10:11:24.691-05:00Comments on Premeditated Living: Taking things a little less for grantedcpa3485http://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-86583694698400806602011-03-10T17:05:04.552-06:002011-03-10T17:05:04.552-06:00Hey Mike,
Thanks for coming by and leaving a comme...Hey Mike,<br />Thanks for coming by and leaving a comment. I have to admit I had sort of lost track of your blog, but promise not to let that happen again. I have been working about 4 hours a day this week and slowly getting back into it. I am really looking forard to the day when they let me drive (ride) again. Maybe later this month.<br />JImcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-80609794549356420382011-03-06T17:04:56.999-06:002011-03-06T17:04:56.999-06:00Jim,
I haven't been keeping up with your blog ...Jim,<br />I haven't been keeping up with your blog for a while... sorry. This post reveals a lot of inner thoughts and feelings and I respect and appreciate you sharing them. It's good to read in your response to Dan that you're getting stronger and back towards normal. I wish you continued good health. Naps are a good thing! Take care Jim!Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11946652999166458805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-80435437885670082842011-03-03T15:51:05.172-06:002011-03-03T15:51:05.172-06:00Dan,
Don't worry about little old me too much....Dan,<br />Don't worry about little old me too much. I'm doing better, just feeling a little older. I'm back to work a couple of hours a day now, and the rest is spent napping, so I can't say it's all that bad really.<br />Take Care,<br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-20868271150861731912011-03-03T15:48:20.563-06:002011-03-03T15:48:20.563-06:00Geoff,
Thanks for the visit, and here's hoping...Geoff,<br />Thanks for the visit, and here's hoping you were nowhere near to the devastation we see on the TV of the earthquake. Let's hope not all of the roads are too messed up. Thanks for the links, too. Much appreciated.<br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-76575883211164828312011-03-03T13:19:44.426-06:002011-03-03T13:19:44.426-06:00Damn! See, I told you that daredevil accountants ...Damn! See, I told you that daredevil accountants were tough. <br /><br />I go away for a while and turn my back on you. Look what you went and did. I'm going to be watching you from now on.irondadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17821323482397075170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-63586732609074321532011-03-02T13:57:53.741-06:002011-03-02T13:57:53.741-06:00cpa3485:
I want to see Nebraska in 3rd gear too. ...<b>cpa3485:</b><br /><br />I want to see Nebraska in 3rd gear too. The closest I have gotten was Omaha. The SAC was closed but we went to the Liard Museum and spent some time in Old Town. I know Jack mentioned Nebraska but I thought you lived in Kansas.<br /><br />oh well, we can also do Kansas in 3rd gear too and if you want to go slower we can shift down to 2nd<br /><br />Hope you are getting stronger, Spring is nearly here, nearly time for your BBQ party<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Riding the Wet Coast</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-60273260454832518752011-02-25T13:36:55.961-06:002011-02-25T13:36:55.961-06:00Dear Jimbo (formerly CPA3485):
The inchworm measu...Dear Jimbo (formerly CPA3485):<br /><br />The inchworm measures the marigolds... The bees work the flowers like a salt mine. But the butterfly tastes both and still manages to go where he pleases. I look forward to riding around Omaha with you. I always wanted to see Nebraska, in third gear. Send me your address... Your recovery will be aided by a book I have here.<br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • ToadJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-28808181824668554252011-02-24T16:19:21.937-06:002011-02-24T16:19:21.937-06:00Jim
With every good wish for a full recovery from ...Jim<br />With every good wish for a full recovery from Down Under. Take good care of yourself and hope you're back on the bike as soon as the good weather is here. <br /><br />If you haven't seen them, here's a couple of absolutely inspirational bike videos. Not applicable to your tender years, but overcoming adversity!<br />http://www.abc.net.au/austory/, then scroll down to the "On your bike" video. The other one is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKXwwEH_ahc<br /><br />all the very best,<br /><br />GeoffGeoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-19382772463898887292011-02-23T13:48:44.983-06:002011-02-23T13:48:44.983-06:00Howard,
Thanks so much for the encouragement. I&#...Howard, <br />Thanks so much for the encouragement. I'm getting a bit bored at home sometimes, but know that in the long run it is best to take it wasy. But like "Arnold saya"; "I'll Be Back" to riding pretty soon I hope.<br /><br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-39122200437134952242011-02-22T21:05:30.744-06:002011-02-22T21:05:30.744-06:00So glad you are recovering well and posting again....So glad you are recovering well and posting again. I have looked forward to you reading your thoughts and now, it will be interesting to see what, if anything changes.<br />Godspeed in your recovery, sir.<br /><br />Howard<br />inthedesertscootinHowardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04274279121160911420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-32688224523966502552011-02-22T14:08:41.685-06:002011-02-22T14:08:41.685-06:00Jack,
Your mention of birds in a bit ironic. Two n...Jack,<br />Your mention of birds in a bit ironic. Two nights ago I managed a short walk with the dogs, something I enjoy but haven't been able to do much of in the last month or so. We always have to stop and smell things and investigate things that might be different than the last time we passed by this way. As we were walking I heard a flock of geese taking off. As they started their flight I became enthralled in how they formed that almost perfect little V in flight. Their noise and the sight of their formation was absolutely beautiful and I stopped our walk to ust watch them go by. The dogs didn't seem to give a shit, but I sure did.<br /><br />Went to the doctor again today and they say I am doing amazing considering the fact that one doctor only gave me a 25% chance of full recovery a couple of weeks ago. Let it be kown that I am out to prove that prediction to be very wrong. <br />It would make me very proud to ride with you sometime this summer.<br />Take care, <br />Jimbocpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-30028896864781453452011-02-22T13:38:19.671-06:002011-02-22T13:38:19.671-06:00Dear CPA3485 (Jimbo):
What a nice surprise to see...Dear CPA3485 (Jimbo):<br /><br />What a nice surprise to see you have a post here today!<br /><br />For one reason or another, your life has changed. It doesn't need to be worse nor restrictive, just a trifle different. Do you really love being an accountant? Do you find yourself thinking, "I can't go another day unless I start wlorking at my desk again?" Or do you find yourself wondering how much closer to the grave your job may have pushed you? <br /><br />Recovery of a different sort starts from sitting out back and listening to the birds. Have you noticed how different the birds of winter are from the birds of summer? The birds of winter are working birds, with harsher calls and a more focused approach to a tougher life. <br /><br />But it is the birds of spring and summer that sound like flying flowers. <br /><br />Yet I bet you find yourself noticing that dawn arrives a bit earlier from one day to the next now, and that by 6:20am there is at least one softer bird call that wasn't there last week. And maybe you always noticed this, but just never took the time to write it down. <br /><br />You're a smart guy... I know you are thinking about the things that really matter now... Determing that challenges that were once your daily life may now have been challenges that imperilled it. You'll do just fine.<br /><br />Can I make a suggestion? Since you are reading stuff, can I recommend the work of Louis Grizzard? Start out with, "Shoot Low Boys, They're Riding Shetland Ponies." Exercising the smile muscles on your face will go a long way toward making your heart feel better. <br /><br />I look forward to riding with you this summer. You can lead. <br /><br />Fondest regards,<br />Jack • reep • Toad<br />Twisted RoadsJack Riepehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07531160098262862027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-15125929440812831452011-02-21T07:54:33.704-06:002011-02-21T07:54:33.704-06:00Conch,
Waking up every day in the Keys must be pre...Conch,<br />Waking up every day in the Keys must be pretty nice. Nobody wants the real surprises that can occur. Maybe I have had my 'surprises' for awhile.<br />Take Care,<br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-36441502108108392932011-02-21T07:52:36.934-06:002011-02-21T07:52:36.934-06:00Sonja,
Thanks for the kind thoughts. My relatives ...Sonja,<br />Thanks for the kind thoughts. My relatives have reminded me that I won't heal as fast as I used to. But I'm aware of that and will try to adjust accordingly. I'll get there.<br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-78007410185790436372011-02-21T07:51:01.111-06:002011-02-21T07:51:01.111-06:00Dom,
I'm not known for being the most patient ...Dom,<br />I'm not known for being the most patient person, but in this case I think I do know better than to jump in too early. Thanks for the reminder, though.<br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-87442890122409677532011-02-19T22:25:39.899-06:002011-02-19T22:25:39.899-06:00The one good thing about watching your mother die ...The one good thing about watching your mother die when you are a barely formed teenager is that you get a clear understanding very early on that life is short and very impermanent. I hope you get lots of time between now and the final heart beat. That mine is still beating is a constant source of surprise to me. Hence my daily pleasure at waking up in the Keys.Conchscooterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08016331487463993200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-68086179626310036112011-02-19T09:48:29.742-06:002011-02-19T09:48:29.742-06:00Bobskoot,
I too am thankful that many people were ...Bobskoot,<br />I too am thankful that many people were extremely competent in their efforts. At one time it seemed like there were 10 people working on me, all with a determined sense of purpose. I have to thank my wife the most. And you are right about work. It's just that it is making other people really step up and help out beyond what is normal. I have many reasons to be thankful.<br />Jimcpa3485https://www.blogger.com/profile/00031439889267356735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-63736126254997411912011-02-18T22:17:06.590-06:002011-02-18T22:17:06.590-06:00You take care of yourself and take it slow. Riding...You take care of yourself and take it slow. Riding will come back to you in due time (and so will work). I wish you a speedy recovery.SonjaMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12389245948579828531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-16702061687957459532011-02-18T13:53:22.191-06:002011-02-18T13:53:22.191-06:00Jim, your riding days will come again, not soon en...Jim, your riding days will come again, not soon enough I know but they will come. Rest up and enjoy the enforced hiatus.<br /><br />dom<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-14097-Colorado-Motorcycle-Travel-Examiner" rel="nofollow">Colorado Motorcycle Travel Examiner</a><br /><br /><a href="http://redlegsrides.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Redleg's Rides</a>redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2259595163018451877.post-33134911715081321372011-02-18T09:45:39.234-06:002011-02-18T09:45:39.234-06:00Jim:
I am grateful for the advances in modern m...<b>Jim:</b><br /><br /> I am grateful for the advances in modern medicine that have enabled you to remain with all of us, and for the fact that help was so close at hand and all the right people were on hand when they were needed. In the long run, work is just work. Yes I know we need to work to survive but we were not put here to work but also to enjoy life and all of its pleasures. And if it includes riding then who are we to argue . . .<br /><br />take care of yourself<br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Wet Coast Scootin</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.com