It's been quite a Memorial Day weekend. Old Blues Guy gas thus far been very successful in playing the gigs at a jazz festival without using any alcohol or drugs. He has been referring to PREHAB and the table of contents in particular. He says that is an encapsulation of the rest of the book. That's cool. I hadn't thought of that before, but you can just turn to the ToC and see the 4 p's and the dynamic duo right there next to one another and that seeing is a reminder of each of their impacts and their impact as a whole. In any event, having the book physically in his presence seems to be a calming factor for OBG. He is looking forward to his rehab which is the intent if the book. So, all seems well there. He'll be leaving for an LA rehab facility on Tuesday afternoon.
Joe was taken to Sacramento for the weekend by a woman of my close acquaintance. She came up here to visit my daughter and Joe and she hit it off. They asked if he could have the weekend with her, so I complied. At some point I have to believe that Joe is responsible enough o care for himself. I warned her about his drinking and that in no circumstance would that be acceptable. I do not fear for Joe using other drugs unless he is drinking. Then alcohol excuses all other irrational behaviors and I am extremely concerned about his using heroin here. There is a new, particularly strong form of heroin going around at the moment and junkies have been found with needles still in there arms or a straw still up their nose as they overdose easily on this stuff. Poor Joe, being as clean as he is now, would not do well with this junk. I last heard, however, that they have been attending yoga classes and lounging poolside enjoying one another's company. Fine. Next week we'll tackle more questions regarding his upcoming return to England. He has only 2 weeks left with me and there is still much to do vocationally.
I am an immigrant and became an American citizen in 1964 when I was 12. I love this country and appreciate it and Memorial Day always gives me pause to recount my very many blessings. I grieve for all the families who have lost a loved one through battle while defending our country. I offer my words to any of you who wish a free copy of my book. Bless you all.
On a personal front I feel good about my efforts over the past few months. I also can see the good that PREHAB has done and can extrapolate how this book would do if I could somehow get it out there in a worldwide release. I see how the book calms people and answers questions they have about themselves. I am blessed to have been the tool for PREHAB's founding.