Post-Party Recovery

I'm still trying to get myself together after the wonderful but hectic weekend we had during Rufus' Birthday Bash. I was able to take off a week before the party to get all the preparations in place but come Monday the following week, I've been back to work....and work is fighting back with a vengeance. It seems that after my vacation, I'm making up for being away for so long with extra long shifts and a busier than average schedule of patients to see.

Along with work, I'm still staying active with church activities and even had time to be the Team Doctor for the Judo Senior National Championships last weekend. Traveling from home to Miami two times a day for several day took a toll on me and on the family...both Rhadi and Rufus are down for the count...napping!

Rhadi had a successful tournament in his role as coach with both of his clients winning the National title and one of his clients winning a spot on the Judo World Team! Having his clients win was success enough but Rhadi was pleasantly surprised to be presented the "Doc" Counsilman Science Award during the closing ceremonies at the National Championships. His countless hours of watching and dissecting film, developing individualized training programs for his clients, and the long hours of travel to and from practice have certainly paid off. Finally, Rhadi is receiving the recognition he deserves for his loyalty and commitment to advancing the sport of Judo nationally and internationally. I'm so proud of him....as if you couldn't tell!!

We're gearing up for a busy spring season here in South Florida with family get-togethers and with preparation for the World Judo Championships in Brazil. And I might even try to squeeze my way into traveling to Rio to support the US team. We sure could use a good vacation.

Well, I've got to go and finish filling out paperwork for Rufus' first dentist visit next week. I still can't believe that it's been over a year now and Little Rufus is not so little anymore. With his new haircut he looks like a little man....ah, he's so cute! His two front teeth are just coming in and I need to get him started on a good oral hygiene program to keep his gums and teeth healthy...because I surely don't want him to suffer with cavities at such a young age.

I'll keep you up to date on Little Rufus' first dentist visit....I'll even try to take some pictures for the special occasion!

Best regards,
Traci---Little Rufus' Mom