Journal entry by Ronald Campbell —
Hi everyone. That is, if anyone is still there...
I'm almost a year post-transplant at this point and I wanted to let you know how I am. Physically-I couldn't be better. I actually feel like I'm in the best shape of my life. We bought a peloton in August and I typically spend about two hours a day exercising. It's either that or spend two hours a day eating M&M's. We sent Emma to East Carolina in August and she is thriving there. She has a nice group of friends, is doing well academically, and is enjoying her college experience. Rachel is now halfway through her sophomore year and is also doing well. She studies hard and the effort is paying off. I was happy to be able to attend her soccer games in the fall. Erin continues to just basically kick ass.
The mental part of healing has been challenging. I am tired of being anxious. I look at everyone as if they are trying to kill me with Covid. I had three vaccines and had no antibodies, so I have received a monoclonal antibody shot. All of this weighs heavily. I am ready to resume living and I hope to do that soon.
Many of you suggested that I should write a book about this. Well, I did. It's available for pre-order now. IF you live close to me, I have some copies and can get one to you. It's available for Kindle for 3.99 and in paperback for 21.99. I'm not trying to finance a second home, just trying to make back what I spent. It's honest and sometimes challenging. I'm nervous to put it out there, but maybe it'll be of use to someone. For me, the writing of it was cathartic. Thank you all for following me in this journey. I suppose as long as my scar remains, the journey will never truly be gone.
Here's the link...
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