Good to Go!

I want to begin this post by thanking all of you who called or wrote expressing your concern about my health and the wisdom of taking this trip. And I want to reassure you all that I am now feeling fine.

As you know, I had serious reservations about it myself:

When I left on the Key West trip, I felt ten years younger than my calendar age. Totally fit. Totally competent. I knew I could handle the boat, and I was confident that I could handle the navigation. These recent seizures, however, sapped my confidence. I was tentative. Timorous. Not a good way to set out on a solo journey.

Two days ago, I called my doctor about increasing my med dosage. Instead of 900mg per day, I am now on 1300, cleared to go to 1800 if I need it. At 1300, I feel totally different. My energy level is back, and my focus is sharp. I’m pleased with my planning, and the boat is fully prepped and provisioned. I reckon I am 95% OK. The last 5% is just because I am still watching all the time to ensure that my mind is clear and my body is fit. And of course, 95% for me is like 132% for a normal man my age!

So, we are leaving tomorrow for Cape May. Then Beach Haven for my birthday on the 12th, then NYC. All that time, I will be close to home, and I can always just pull into a marina and hole up if something doesn’t feel right. I have lots of friends who have offered to come get me if need be.

But I don’t think that’s going to be necessary. I feel really good.

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As soon as I post this blog, I will be going to the yacht club crab feast, then early to bed for an early departure. It’s good to think about being on the road again.

Love to all from me and Guinness!