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Followup to Motorcyle Accident
Jul 24th
So a couple of weeks ago I got into a reasonably scary motorcycle accident. I wasn’t terribly hurt, and was back to work 5 days later (2 of those were weekend days, so it wasn’t terribly bad).
I’m still getting worried emails from folk, so I thought I’d update everyone on my condition and all the other jazz going on. So in no particular order, here’s what’s up:
- During the accident, I didn’t break anything or anything, so it’s really just muscle/nerve pain. That pain caused me to go on a new drug cocktail that consisted of anti-inflammatory’s (and the requisite stomach protectors), muscle relaxants, pain suppressors, pain killers and sleep meds.
- When I started this, I was popping 2 tylenol 3′s several times per day + percocet (sp?) at night. Wowza.
- Now I’m down to a single T3, three times per day, and a single percocet at night (though anti-inflammatory’s and muscle relaxants are still part of the mix).
- I have my first *real* massage appointment next week.
- I’m working just as much as always.
- The pain is completely bearable.
- Bike is still in the shop. First meeting with insurance company is tomorrow. I’m still hoping it’s either totalled or close enough that I can write them a cheque for the difference so I can upgrade to my dream bike. It’s faster, can go on the big highways with more confidence than my current one and, magic do magic dee, won’t flip on streetcar tracks. Ever.
- Police haven’t done much, but I’m confident they’ll deal with the driver severely. The officer on the case is on vacation, but given that he’s a biker, he was pissed as hell that this happened, so I’m sure he’ll be right on it.
End of the day, the reason I wanted to write this is to tell everyone that I’m fine. I totally appreciate the concern (especially from spammers… who’ve started sending me emails with “I heard about your motorcycle accident… having your p*nis enlarged will make you feel a tonne better!”. But really, I’m fine. Looking forward to continuing to wean myself off the drug, of course.
That’s it, so thanks again, and feel free to continue emailing me to chat, but don’t worry too much, k? ;-)
My Motorcycle Accident
Jul 14th
So, on Wednesday I was in a motorcycle accident. Long story short was travelling west on King, east of Peter, going well under the speed limit (I’d just turned onto King, speeding on my little scooter would have been impressive in that short of a distance). Cab parked in the right lane jumped in front of me (10 feet to spare). I braked, swerved, tire caught in streetcar track, flipped the back, smacke my head, cabbie got out, yelled at me, took off.
About 50 people saw it happen (King St, theatre district, right before shows open). Some video, some photos, lots of witnesses. Only mistake I really made was when I swerved, I swerved into oncoming traffic (there wasn’t any, but it happened so fast I’m not 100% sure I realized that).
Was in the hospital for a day. Then at home drugged up for 3 more. At work today, barely, but a bunch of folk have started asking “what happened”. Instead of retyping it all, I figured I’d just copy/paste my Twitter updates from the episode, since I was basically updating live ;-)
Before I do, though, a few notes (for the paranoid types, like my parents):
- This was a low-speed incident. Equivalent to if I’d been riding a bike. Except I’d have had less protection on.
- Given the accident, if I’d been in a car, I’d have had minor whiplash, so my injuries would largely be the same.
- I’m still looking at upgrading to the Piaggio MP3, which has 3 wheels, which wouldn’t have tripped up on the streetcar tracks.
- Besides pain meds and being tired (probably go hand in hand), I’m currently fine.
- Yes, I’m going to the doctor Wednesday to make sure there’s no longer term damage.
“Movement up. Pain down. Running out of pain meds, though, so will likely need some less intense ones for the week.” 20 hours ago
“Range of movement: 8. Pain. 7. Work should definitely be doable monday :)” Saturday at 4:17 pm
“Another 20hrs of sleep down. Pain is almost bearable without meds now, as long as I don’t touch or lay on my left side. Range of movement=6.” Saturday at 10:57 am
“After another 4hrs sleep (that’s 20 out of 24hrs, for those keeping track at home), I’m going for a walk.” Friday at 3:37 pm
“16hr sleep. Awake. Paaaain…” Friday at 10:01 am
“Irony? I’m taking a cab home. But I’ll never ride a coop cab again. Found out the dispatcher told cabbie it was okay to leave the scene.” Thursday at 5:05 pm
“Off to home. Drugs in hand. G’night, and thanks for joining me on another episode of jeremy’s gawdawful adventures!” Thursday at 5:00 pm
“Gonna head into the office for a bit (it’ll take 2hrs to fill my prescription). Then to bed, I guess.” Thursday at 2:09 pm
“Not that I’m complaining, I’m just happy no serious damage was done!” Thursday at 1:56 pm
“Ugh, 20hrs in the hospital = a prescription for painkillers and a laxative (painkillers cause constipation). Seems a touch extreme, no?” Thursday at 1:56 pm
“Pain is still there, stiffness still there, bruising still there… Suppose I should just go home, get drugged up and rest, right?” Thursday at 1:42 pm
“A little anticlimatic… Now what?” Thursday at 1:41 pm
“Spine is fine, they’re kicking me out.” Thursday at 1:36 pm
“Food on its way, and gravol for nausea.” Thursday at 1:29 pm
“Amazing how much of a sanity keeper / lifeline twitter can be in a situation like this…” Thursday at 12:25 pm
“Test done. I think I’m having panic attacks or something… Dunno, will ask doc. Hoping for food sometime soon too…” Thursday at 12:11 pm
“Whoa that’s a *big* machine!” Thursday at 11:31 am
“This is one of those “I don’t want serious damage… But I’d like to know what’s wrong” moments… Nervous.” Thursday at 11:29 am
“Woot, time for my scan!” Thursday at 11:24 am
“Ahhhh… No food cause you shouldn’t eat before a CT scan…” Thursday at 11:23 am
“Update: CT scan should be “soon”…” Thursday at 11:21 am
“Do hospitals no longer serve food? I’d kill for soup right now…” Thursday at 11:15 am
“Pain/spasms getting worse. Can’t sleep. Fark…” Thursday at 11:08 am
“Thanks @rachelsegal for friendly face + berry charger + tea! Still no word on CT scan, but that’s probably pretty normal. Drugs = tired.” Thursday at 9:58 am
“Okay, now it’s been 12hrs. At least I can nap in my new bed.” Thursday at 7:31 am
“Hmm, berry battery is redlining. Will die any minute now :(” Thursday at 4:56 am
“Back to my psuedo bed/chair thing for a percosset (sp?) induced nap.” Thursday at 2:47 am
“I dyiydn’ty realiyze how much layiing on myi left for xrays would hurt. Also diydn’ty realize ity was really possible to pass out from pain.” Thursday at 2:46 am
“My doc enjoys causing pain way than I enjoy receiving it. 3 worst words in the english language? “Does this hurt?”” Thursday at 12:57 am
“Doc came. Only took 5hrs. Next up: xrays. Anticipated wait time: 23hrs. So yeah, this is gonna be an al night thing. Without a bed for rest” Thursday at 12:41 am
“Talking to other patients. One guy’s been here 14hrs. He’s at least *seen* his doc. But still, 14hrs and he’s still in the hallway? Wow…” Wednesday at 11:56 pm
“Water fountain skill: +1.” Wednesday at 11:51 pm
“Just checked the secret doctor board, and I’m #3 to be seen. Based on previous patterns, means another hour or so before I see a doctor …” Wednesday at 11:48 pm
“Still haven’t talked to *any* medical personnel outside of admissions. After nearly 5hrs.” Wednesday at 11:12 pm
“Got my room @ 1100pm. Le sigh.” Wednesday at 11:11 pm
“Battery about to die. G’night tweetosphere. Thanks for continued happy thoughts :)” Wednesday at 8:34 pm
“Oops, @ mount sinai. Le sigh.” Wednesday at 8:33 pm
“Physically still very stiff, 5/10 on pain scale, shaky. Waiting for room still.” Wednesday at 8:26 pm
“Statement done. Officer says this *was* an accident. Cabbie leaving *was* a crime. He *was* at fault. His insurance *will* cover everything.” Wednesday at 8:24 pm
“Can’t move neck. Erngh. Emt’s were fantastic once they arrived. Gonna send a letter thanking them.” Wednesday at 7:43 pm
“Cop showed up. Nice guy. Taking statement now.” Wednesday at 7:59 pm
“It is amazing how much “personal information” you hear sitting in a hospital… Goes to show IT systems are important… But not everything!” Wednesday at 7:55 pm
“Hmm, lots of cops around. Guess none feel like talking to me? Feeling slightly slighted, given cabbie put my life in danger…” Wednesday at 7:53 pm
“Erngh, pain getting worse… That’s normal right? And shaking? Will ask nurse when she’s free…” Wednesday at 7:51 pm
“Just waiting for a room. Staff here at hospital have been fantastic as well!” Wednesday at 7:50 pm
“Admitted @ st mike’s … I think. Can’t see any signs…” Wednesday at 7:49 pm
“Thanks @ everyone for support. Nice to have friendly words amidst stress and shock!” Wednesday at 7:47 pm
“Ambulance showed up. @ hospital being checked out. Unsure if cops are coming, since there was no “contact” (I managed to swerve just enough)” Wednesday at 7:40 pm
“Still waiting on ambulance…” Wednesday at 7:15 pm
“Neck/head are sore (bike biffed and whacked my head on road)… Okay though. Still waiting on ambulance…” Wednesday at 7:01 pm
“Ambulance got lost, lol…” Wednesday at 7:01 pm
“Just got run off the road by a cab. I’ll be okay. Bystanders called cops/ambulance and are sticking around for statements. So kind of’em.” Wednesday at 6:52 pm
When Your Baby Takes Flight (Or: b5media bloggers do blog marathon TODAY!)
Jun 20th
Earlier this week my son learned to ride a bike without training wheels. Father’s day even, which was so cool. There’s nothing like that feeling of watching his world suddenly expand and realizing that his next big milestone in which that’ll happen is when he learns to drive a car. It’s fantastic!
In the last few weeks I’ve had a similar feeling several times when watching b5media evolve. In case you didn’t catch it on our team blog, we’ve hired a bunch of new people recently. Marketing manager, director of tech, project manager, admin assistant, sales guy in NYC, VP finance, director of branded (ie: non blog) content and a training manager. A lot of hires in the last 2-3 months.
Watching these folk find their footing and take on projects (new media kits, new systems for tracking bloggers, new ways of running and selling ads, new partnerships, improving projects, reviving dead projects, etc, et, etc) and watching our “older” team get excited too has been fantastic to watch. There are dozens of examples where I’ve been floored by the entire company’s energy, creativity and Get It Donery. I’m so proud of the entire team.
But it’s not just the team I’m proud of. Our bloggers and channel editors have been in a similar spirit recently, covering great events like Cannes, the MMVAs, Fashion Week, and, today, doing a 24-hour blog marathon where they post every hour. Let me repeat, every hour. Crazy, and all for charity!
Both our Business Channels and Entertainment Channels are participiating, and the idea was generated entirely by our bloggers and CEs (though, obviously, the internal team did everything we could to support it!).
Awesome!!!
Here is a list of the entertainment blogs / contests associated with this!
And here are the Business Blogs:
Business and Blogging (www.businessandblogging.com) Accounting Solver (www.accountingsolver.com) taxgirl (www.taxgirl.com) Doing Biz Abroad (www.doingbizabroad.com) Home Biz Notes (www.homebiznotes.com) Everyday Networker (www.everydaynetworker.com) One Vote Matters (www.onevotematters.com) Interview Chatter (www.interviewchatter.com) Biz Chicks Rule (www.bizchicksrule.com) Buzz Networker (www.buzznetworker.com) Digital Money World (www.digitalmoneyworld.com) Franchise Pick (www.franchisepick.com) Yielding Wealth (www.yieldingwealth.com) Small Business Boomers (www.smallbusinessboomers.com) My Organized Biz (www.myorganizedbiz.com) Viva El Negocio (www.vivaelnegocio.com)
And the official announcement here :)
So, again, I’m so proud of our bloggers, CEs, team and everything. It’s fantastic! Thank you all, and well done!
In San Francisco this Week… Wanna Chat?
Apr 14th
I’m in San Francisco from Tuesday-Sunday this week, and I have a handful of free timeslots. Anyone wanna grab a coffee/brainstorm/do BD/hang-out?
Email: jeremy@b5media.com
Cell: 416 726 3602
Moving My DailyTweets Off the Blog
Apr 9th
I’ve been meaning to do this for awhile, but it’s finally done.
For the last several months (okay, almost a year), I’ve been reposting my Twitter updates to my blog. I did this both because my “blogging” has largely moved to Twitter *and* because while my Web 2.0-y friends get Twitter, my friends and family may or may not – and this blog is a personal blog, after all.
But, the problem was that Twitter posts going up meant that I didn’t feel a motivation to try and blog much.
So what I’ve done is move my Twitter stuff to the sidebar, provided a link to my Twitter page, and a link to the feed for my Twitter updates. If you want to read them, feel free. If you don’t, you no longer have to.
This work as a compromise for everyone?
Now if only I could figure out a way to post my Tweets like once a week to the blog, as a real compromise… Any ideas?
