Hi, all.

Yesterday afternoon I tripped and fell in the parking lot at the nearby Aldi’s supermarket. I got a bit banged up, mostly on my forehead and left hand. It wasn’t – obviously – life-threatening, but it was serious enough that I had to go to the nearest emergency room (Advent Health) to be checked out.

Luckily, there weren’t any broken bones or concussions, but I did suffer a cut on my forehead and abrasions to the five fingers of my left hand. The staff at the ER ran a CAT scan – I have arthritis in my neck now, it seems – and X-rayed my hand just to make sure there weren’t any fractures. Two hours or so later, I was home, a bit tired and looking like I just went 10 rounds with a UFC fighter, but mostly alive.


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13 responses to “A Quick Update”

  1. Now, Alex. I’m supposed to be emulating you (writing more, writing better, etc.), not the other way around (falling to the ground and getting hurt). I think arthritis has moved into my body as well. This getting old thing… On another note, I’m jealous y’all have Aldi’s. We had it in Chicago, but not here in Tucson, though I believe there is one up in Phoenix. All kidding aside, get better soon, brother. Thinking good thoughts for you!

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    1. “Imitation is the greatest form of flattery.”

      Trust me, Paul, when I say getting out of the car and unexpectedly becoming one with ground was not on my Bingo card yesterday.

      On a serious note, thanks for the good thoughts. I need all the positive energy I can get. 🙂

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      1. Sending good mojo as we speak!

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  2. Sorry to read that! It’s good that you got checked out. I hope you have some analgesics to ease the pain.

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    1. Thanks for the kind comment, Jenny.

      Yeah, luckily I didn’t fracture any bones, though I have a nasty little cut on my forehead that bled like the proverbial stuck pig. I do have analgesics around, too.

      Again, I appreciate your comment!

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  3. I am very sorry that happened. I hope you are feeling better now.

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    1. I’m still sore, and the abrasions on my forehead still bleed slightly, but I’ve got a sterile bandage on there. I’m more tired than hurt, though. Thanks for the kind words, Thomas.

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      1. It sounds like the best you can do now is rest. I hope you did not get a concussion. I hope you have a speedy recovery.

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      2. Thanks again for the kind words!

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  4. Oh, bummer. I’m sorry. I’m glad it wasn’t more serious, but OUCH. Hope you’re feeling better.

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    1. I forgot to mention this in my post, Denise, but I also got a tetanus shot just in case….

      Yesterday, it seems, was not one of my better days.

      Thanks for the good wishes.

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      1. Tetanus isn’t a bad idea, but still no fun. Hope today has been easier.

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      2. I’m a bit tired, and a bit sore in places. But at least I’m not in the hospital!

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