Summertime and the Living is Easy

Tragedy on the Rope Swing...

photo: author pre-accident. happy, healthy.

Summer is in full swing here and the weather is perfect for swimming. But I won't being swimming today-- and not tommorrow either.

You see, I've been the unfortunate victim of a rope swing accident. The doctors tell me that with the most advanced care available, a team of specialists, and several hours of hard work I *might* be able to get the stitches out of my foot and walk again within 9-10 days after the injury. But it's too early to know anything for certain. I have to face up to the fact-- however ugly-- that it could be eleven or *even* twelve days...

photo: the pond where oft I swung.

Could it have been avoided you ask?

Well, let me ask you: can anything be avoided in this crazy mixed up life?

No. When destiny calls a man has no choice but answer.


















photo: dramatization of accident (*note: not actual photo of author*)