Hello All,
First off let me express my frustration, as I just typed this blog (and the first version was really long), when during posting, an error occurred and the whole darn thing and an hours worth of typing disappeared for good. Arg! So here goes again, from memory, although it will most likely be an edited version.
First off, I finally had my (hopefully) last surgery on Wednesday the 8th. There is a technical term for what was done, but in essence (and I apologize for being a little graphic), the doctors went in and made an incision in my gums, then proceeded to chip away or shave if you will the bone down to the right shape. Apparently this was necessary after the previous surgeries and re-alignment procedure. Can you say OUCH! I totally can.
Unfortunately, they felt as I had been given painkillers for the previous surgeries, that I must have plenty left over and so wouldn't give me a prescription. The scripts weren't for that many pills to begin with (20) and so only 6 remained, which I have already taken. So, now I am going to have to resort to over the counter aspirin. Ok. Luckily, I have a high tolerance for pain (those of you who know me really well can attest to this), and so I will push through the pain and just be patient. Pretty much all I can do.
Last week, I was lucky enough to see my guys Bryan Fenkart and Ryan Cabrera at Sullivan Hall, here in NYC. They also had a really talented guy open for them named Eren Cannata, who has an awesome CD out. I went with a group of friends and we were fortunated to be VIP guests of the performers, and thus on the fabled "list". Too cool. BTW, Thanks again for that! I took loads of pictures and put them up in albums in the my pics section. Take a look at them if you have a chance.
Over the 4th of July weekend, I had a blast both in Yonkers and then in Sleepy Hollow (which is quickly becoming one of my favorite places). Faye, Billyee, Ariana, Tony and the gang and I all went to the beautiful park in Sleepy Hollow that overlooks the Hudson River by the Lighthouse and had a wonderful barbeque. And although my eating and speaking were limited (not as much as right now mind you), I had a super time nonetheless, spending time with them, playing games, watching the boats and the gorgeous fireworks after sundown. All in all an idyllic portrait of Summer. What a great memory.
Bryan Fenkart will be performing tonight (Friday the 10th) at D-Lounge in NYC. It is located under the Daryl Roth theater on 15th street in Union Square. He will be doing an acoustic set. Also performing, the cast of Fuerza Bruta and members of the band OAR. A good time is guaranteed to be had by all. It begins at 7:30 pm and if you can, please come on down. I hope to attend if I am feeling up to it. The forecast is good, though.
Aside from that, I am just catching up on bed rest, my blockbuster dvds, and of course, my trusty computer. Also enjoying Milkshakes and chicken soup, and anxiously awaiting the day I can have a great steak dinner. Outback Steakhouse, here I come...hopefully by my birthday on August 9th. Anyone want to join me? Ha ha.
Ok, let me run for now. Take care and all of the best.
See you on the B-Side,
Richmond Chandler
