In the weeks since I posted several events and changes have occurred in my life, as I am sure is true for all of you. In particular, I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of my long time friend Dr. Nick Ferguson, whom I worked under for many years during my career as a school administrator. Dr. Ferguson and I worked together in two districts, and he was our Superintendent in an Inland district while I served as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Dr. Nick was with me when I was diagnosed and learned I would need to retire. His support and friendship through this difficult time will never be forgotten by me or my loved ones.
Dr. Ferguson went home after a very difficult battle with Pancreatic Cancer. I am at a loss and will dearly miss Nick. He was a caring and dedicated educator and manager. He was an even better friend. God bless his memory and may the Lord be with his wife and family.
I have been fighting a urinary tract infection, which I did get over with antibiotics. It is caused by urinary retention, the result of spasms in my bladder resulting from Multiple System Atrophy. Subsequently, I have developed pneumonia as a result of a cough and particles of food and liquids that have entered my lungs due to swallowing issues caused by MSA.
I seem to be coming out of it. I need to be careful so that these things do not recur. I appreciate your reading and any comments you might make on my page. Take care! -- Dan
