Author Archives: Richard

It’s frightfully amusing to watch people checking me out — and by that, I mean the folks who know that I’ve just had major neurosurgery to remove a huge pituitary tumor. They invariably search my face for scars, for swollen bits, for black eyes. Anything that might suggest trauma. Yet I look just the same [...]

Three lovely friends — Wendy Russ, Stephen Parrish, and J.A. Zobair — have been running a wonderful fundraiser to help me manage the next two months of my recovery without having to worry about making rent or purchasing costly medications. Their efforts have touched me more than I can say, and I’m usually quite good [...]

Keep a good thought for me as I head to surgery today. Kristina and a few friends might provide updates on social media when there’s something to say. I’ll be fine. I’ll see you on the other side. Slainte!

One of my young work colleagues, Nick Pick, has discovered the beauty of martial arts. In between calls, he’s full of questions and brimming with enthusiasm, so I occasionally teach him a few moves from Shotokan karate to help focus his mind, and drain some excess energy. Since I’m not likely to see him — [...]

I am a patient man, but I wish I had a heavy bag to punch. I’ve grown tired of waiting. Wall-E, the little neuroendocrine tumor, has overstayed his welcome. Cheeky little devil. So, here’s how the Battle Royal of my life will play out. I’ve been lead to believe that my surgery will occur any [...]