[Boyerdavea]

<p><span style="font-size:14px;">After my HIM I started training for a marathon.  During one of my long runs my knee locked up on my and I ended up walking 3 miles back to my vehicle.  I wasn't happy.  Although I have been here before.  So back to the dr's again and the same old story.  You have no ACL and need to have a knee replacement.  However, the dr said he didn't think I needed to have it yet, unless my knee continues to lock up on me.  I decided to get a series of injections in my knee to help "lubricate" it.  I finished that shots just before Thanksgiving. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px;">So, I decided to take a month off and do next to nothing while I was getting the injections.  I was depressed and wanted to work out, especially run but knew that I shouldn't.  Of course since I wasn't working out I started having all kinds of other problems.  The Wednesday before Thanksgiving I woke up with a pinched nerve in my neck.  It got so bad that I had to go to the ER that night.  It ended up taking almost 3 weeks for that to clear up and I am still having issues from time to time.  And now almost 20 pounds heavier than I was befor my knee injury.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px;">And to top it all off, I am now in Afghanistan away from the family for the holidays.  Not good!</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px;">So what to do you do to cheer yourself up and give yourself a clear vision for 2011. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px;">You got it.  I signed up to do Ironman Louisville.    Now I have a reason to get back in shape.  So the training begins to lose this weight before I return home and begin the real training.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px;">Merry Christmas to all and Happy New Year.</span></p>

 

[vashondan]

<p>Hey Dave, Nice to hear from you but sorry you've been through so much.  Hope this all sorts itself out.  Stay safe over there and have the best Christmas you can.  So sorry you're away from your family!  Dan</p>

 

[CMJHawk86]

<p>Sorry you're going through a rough patch, Dave. But we've all been there. Great job staying positive through it all. You'll rock that tri for sure.</p>

 

[Apple]

<p>Dave - It is good to hear from you and I am sorry you are away from your family during the holidays.  We look forward to hearing about your return and the awesome results of the tri.</p>

 

[kfuller]

<p>Nice to hear from you again.  Sorry about the rough times.  Stay safe this Christmas.  I will be praying for your safe return.  Have a Merry Christmas.</p>

 

[zrun]

<p>Way to aim high and best of luck with your training for the Ironman.   Hope your holidays and New Years are happy and look forward to your return.</p>

 

[Alex]

<p>Lots of prayers coming your way big guy for the Lord's protection over you and your family, as well as for a speedy recovery. I hope that with all the technology now you're able to at least have some sort of family contact. Again, thank you so much for serving our country so selflessly. Any time you are really struggling with things, just keep in mind how nothing is out of the Lord's control Dave, he has a plan for you through all your life. Any weaknesses you have are made perfect through His strength. Much love from your Kick family. Merry Christmas Dave. </p>
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[chances141]

<p><strong>Dave</strong> -- You're a rock, my friend.  Life hits you hard sometimes.  Not surprised you're hitting back harder with a commitment to a full IM.  You.  Are.  Da.  Man.</p>
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<p>And thank you -- from the bottom -- for your service to our country. </p>

 

[jebba]

<p>Dave- my best wishes to you.  I hope things continue to get better and better from here.  can't wait to hear your tales of ironman training.</p>