Tag Archives: health

Impassioned News

Posted on November 28, 2016 by ehurst

News that builds from passion isn’t journalism; it’s just propaganda. I take very seriously my assertion that this world is mere shadows, the reality is far more flexible than Western minds can grasp. And I take seriously that perception is … Continue reading →

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Cycling: Restart

Posted on August 30, 2016 by ehurst

The first block is the hardest. Once I get going, after a few minutes it starts to feel okay. I’m doing my best to hear when my heart says the body has had enough, but I managed to cover a … Continue reading →

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No Ecstasy

Posted on August 29, 2016 by ehurst

I’m surprised; I really expected more emotion. Today I finally got my knee to tolerate the full cycle of motion for pedaling my bike. I kinda knew it was gonna happen, so I had time to put on my peaceful … Continue reading →

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Not Yet

Posted on August 8, 2016 by ehurst

So I got the bar end grips on it, but the kickstand I bought won’t fit. The rear brake disk occupies some of the same space. I’ll have to come up with something else. As it is, my knee isn’t … Continue reading →

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Some Ripening

Posted on August 5, 2016 by ehurst

It’s been quiet around the parish this past couple of weeks. I honestly hope that means you are all busy with God’s work in your own life. Genuine fellowship between us in the Holy Spirit won’t die so long as … Continue reading →

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Released from Ortho

Posted on July 26, 2016 by ehurst

Today I had what turned out to be my last Orthopedics appointment at the VA (we hope). The x-ray showed the patella was all healed up. Apparently they don’t plan to remove the screws and I can understand that. There … Continue reading →

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It’s Not the Same

Posted on July 9, 2016 by ehurst

Let’s assume for a moment the best prognosis for my knee. When the City finally pays out and I get my bike back, I still can’t afford to go off on long rides. This thing with my heart means I … Continue reading →

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Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Posted on July 7, 2016 by ehurst

My heart is healthy, but the wiring around it is faulty, so to speak. The title above is the name for this problem, as I understand it. This thing is capricious. There are aggravating factors, but the thing itself can … Continue reading →

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Not Giving Up

Posted on July 5, 2016 by ehurst

Covering your torso is modesty; covering your bald spot is vanity. I’ve settled into a routine of daily workouts that work more on my heart than any other muscle. I’ve been walking a few blocks lately — say, 10 minutes … Continue reading →

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Depressing Deception

Posted on July 1, 2016 by ehurst

Our declining Western culture is shot through with false dichotomies. Sometimes it’s a prophetic duty to point them out. We are neither part of the Green religion, nor do we support blind exploitation of natural resources. We believe the heart … Continue reading →

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