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I Am Not a Health Freak!
Why is it that people often refer to those who embrace a healthy lifestyle as “freaks”? This has long been something that perplexes me. Why is it “freakish” to want to be healthy and well?
What is so “freakish” about wanting the best food to fuel the only body you have? We have been blessed with an incredible machine that enables us to do things, go places and enjoy a life full of pleasures and excitement. Why would you not want to treat it with the utmost care and respect? I have to say that anyone who chooses to abuse this privilege is much more the “freak”.
Who Has a Heart Attack on Valentine’s Day?
My Dad.
On February 14, 2007 he had come in from clearing the driveway with the snowblower and started washing the dishes, when he felt a tightness in his chest. Recalling an email sent by a friend a few days prior on what to do if having a heart attack, he sat down on the living room couch, took some deep breaths and coughed hard several times. The tightness passed so he went back to washing dishes. When the tightness returned and the deep breathing and coughing did not help, he dialed 911. It was then that his suspicions were confirmed – washing the dishes was indeed bad for your health!
