Edd Said

• Eulogy for an Old Friend 6 years ago Well, after almost ten years it’s time to say goodbye to an old friend. Eddsaid is about to be put to rest.My very first post, some political nonsense about John McCain, was written on August 29, 2008. Even though the writing wasn’t stellar, at least right out of the gate I demonstrated a lack...
• On the Mend 7 years ago Abundant appreciation to the many kind friends who reached out to us during Cynthia's recent health scare. I wanted to update everyone that she is doing great. We normally think twice before taking an ibuprofen tablet so it's been weird for her to be on a schedule for multiple medications each day....
• Believe in Miracles 7 years ago It's amazing how life can sometimes change in the blink of an eye. My last post described a lovely walk through the neighborhood. Two days later all hell broke loose.Cynthia was experiencing shortness of breath on Tuesday but we didn't think much about it because she had had a couple of similar...
• Sunday Stroll 7 years ago So far we've had to "endure" our winter for a stretch of only about ten days. During that short period constantly overcast skies kept the temps uncomfortably chilly. How chilly? Our bedroom registered 58 degrees several mornings. Thank goodness for the heated mattress pad!Maybe there will be...
• The End Is Near! 7 years ago Recently if you were to say that I'm a little flaky I would readily agree with you. Should you comment that I've really got sex a-peel I'd appreciate the compliment. For the past three days I've been shedding skin from my face at a rate that would make a snake jealous. The deep red blotches are now...

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