November 21, 2011
Prior to the Polar Bears International event last Thursday, Bob Williams invited me to the Winnipeg Jets vs Philadelphia Flyers hockey game on the following Saturday. Like I was going to say no! The proviso was that his wife Heather did not want to go. As it turned out Heather was willing to relinquish her seat - Thank you, Heather.
Harry and Bob
The above photo was taken there - great game - great seats - about 8 rows up from the ice immediately behind the visitors' bench. Even with my sorry eyes I could clearly see the faces of all the players. Being an avid Winnipeg Jets fan, I threatened to go down and rap on 6' 6" Chris Pronger's helmet and tell him he was ugly and his grandmother wears combat boots but Bob suggested to me I might reconsider. As it turned out the Jets didn't need me - lucky for Pronger :)
It's not until you are that close to the ice that you really begin to understand how fast the NHL game really is. I found myself mesmerized not only by the speed but also the nano second decision making and the accuracy of the passing.
The next day Tom and Dana invited Dana's dad, Menno and me to the Bombers/Ticats CFL Eastern Playoff game. Another thoroughly enjoyable occasion - well, it was a little chilly - at the last game at the old stadium. The Blue won the Eastern final and a trip to the Grey Cup in Vancouver on November 27th. GO BLUE!
New friend, Dana
Pretty magical weekend for HS. Thanks to all concerned.
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Almost one year past my surgery I have been feeling well, although slightly fatigued at times. Splitting two cords of firewood might be the reason for that. As well, for the last nine months my blood pressure has been inconsistent, sometimes very high. My family doctor has prescribed Atenolol and Hyzaar. The late November appointment with my urologist will include my last injection of Zoladex for the next 9 -12 months as I will be on a "drug holiday". I have been receiving Zoladex every three months since March of this year.
The speaker at the Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group meeting on November 17 was urologist Dr. Ross MacMahon and the timely topic was “Understanding Hormone Therapy". I learned that osteoporosis, cardiac issues and diabetes are potential complications of the hormone treatments. For anyone who is interested, here are details for the next Manitoba Prostate Cancer Support Group:
NEXT MEETING: Tuesday December 13, 2011
Party Time: Entertainment by Fire and Ice
Location: Seven Oaks General Hospital
Main Floor Auditorium - Leila & McPhillips
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Contact: hdstimson @ shaw.ca
