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Here I am being a slacker about updating my LJ lately & all I come here with is some sadness for the moment.
Sadness, Part I
Yesterday marked the one year anniversary of the death of my co-worker, Alan Wilberger. Alan was a friend with whom I shared a cynical sense of humor as well as the ability to immensely enjoy passionate political debates & barbs. When I first came to AKA in July of 2004, I immediately "fell in love" with three folks here; Alan was one of them.
For those who may not know, Alan died at work & I was the one who made the call to start CPR on him when he collapsed. I tried to breathe for him until the paramedics came, but we learned later that he had died instantly. His heart had ruptured due to a birth defect.
At my suggestion, the company purchased a red maple to plant in Alan's honor. When I was given the opportunity to help select the tree, I knew that no matter how hectic my days have been, I would take the time to go to the nursery. There is now a wonderful red maple planted in front of our building that I had the honor of selecting.
Sadness, Part II
Last night when I finally arrived home, exhausted & weary, I set about doing all the things I usually do when I get home. Spent 20 minutes on the treadmill, warmed up some leftovers for dinner & did some general housekeeping stuffs. Around 7 or so, Zoe, our female ferret, started having a seizure. Zoe's health has been in a curious state for about the past year, with adrenal gland disease causing virtually all of her hair to fall out, mysterious seizures & then her hair growing back in.
Last night's seizure was not ending as quickly as they have been & I grew more & more concerned. The thought of putting her to sleep crossed my mind but since she has surprised me over & over, I gave her the chance to come out of it on her own. It was not meant to be.
Zoe passed away just before 10 pm. We'll bury our little fruit dreamer this evening.
Sadness, Part I
Yesterday marked the one year anniversary of the death of my co-worker, Alan Wilberger. Alan was a friend with whom I shared a cynical sense of humor as well as the ability to immensely enjoy passionate political debates & barbs. When I first came to AKA in July of 2004, I immediately "fell in love" with three folks here; Alan was one of them.
For those who may not know, Alan died at work & I was the one who made the call to start CPR on him when he collapsed. I tried to breathe for him until the paramedics came, but we learned later that he had died instantly. His heart had ruptured due to a birth defect.
At my suggestion, the company purchased a red maple to plant in Alan's honor. When I was given the opportunity to help select the tree, I knew that no matter how hectic my days have been, I would take the time to go to the nursery. There is now a wonderful red maple planted in front of our building that I had the honor of selecting.
Sadness, Part II
Last night when I finally arrived home, exhausted & weary, I set about doing all the things I usually do when I get home. Spent 20 minutes on the treadmill, warmed up some leftovers for dinner & did some general housekeeping stuffs. Around 7 or so, Zoe, our female ferret, started having a seizure. Zoe's health has been in a curious state for about the past year, with adrenal gland disease causing virtually all of her hair to fall out, mysterious seizures & then her hair growing back in.
Last night's seizure was not ending as quickly as they have been & I grew more & more concerned. The thought of putting her to sleep crossed my mind but since she has surprised me over & over, I gave her the chance to come out of it on her own. It was not meant to be.
Zoe passed away just before 10 pm. We'll bury our little fruit dreamer this evening.
