Things you didn't expect to do at 29

On Wills and Power of Attorney

Yesterday, I went and filled out the paperwork for my living will and power of attorney.  My dad brought up that I should have all of that in place should the unthinkable happen and I'm glad I have it now.  It's very weird to think about that kind of stuff, especially the kinds of questions that are in the living will document.  It forces you to think about what you would want in the event of life prolonging treatment and so on.  Would you want machines to keep you alive if your body could sustain itself?  You're going to see and hear many Simpsons quotes from me, here's another (sorry for the bad quality, it was the only clip I could find on youtube)   :)

  Eventually, everyone should fill out these documents and think about these types of questions but I'll admit it is a little weird to do at 29.  That being said, if you don't have these documents and have not thought about them, there is no time like the present to start doing it.  None of us know when our time will expire and I believe it's better to have these questions answered ahead of time rather than letting courts settle it.  Also, it's very easy paperwork to fill out.  You really only have to think about where you want your assets to go and how you would want treatment to proceed in extreme cases.  10 minutes with an attorney signing documents and bam!, it's out of the way.  I'm learning that you're never too young to have those things done.

To Everyone

I want to say that the outpouring of support since all of this started has really been amazing.  I can't tell you how many comments I've gotten on Facebook, on this blog, and in person from people who I know and don't know who just want to say they are thinking about me.  Friends of friends, co-workers, family, etc., it has really been amazing.  It's very uplifting to know that that many people are thinking about you and wishing you well.  It's lifting my spirits and I'm sure I'll need it as I get closer to surgery day (4 days and counting!).  So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone!

I'm also still not that nervous about surgery, is that normal?  Maybe it's just because I know they'll put me out and the next time I wake up I'll be in the recovery room and looking good (as usual).  I'm sure it's much worse for family and friends waiting for results for hours on end.

Love you all,

Nolan