May 25, 2015
Holiday Weekend Roller Coaster at Taft Prison Camp
Every time I think I have gone through the full range of emotions and I think I have it all under control, I am surprised by how I feel about something. I guess I just have to get used to that!
First, I had an absolutely wonderful visit with Chris, a close friend and colleague from Glaukos, the company I most recently worked for. I really appreciate Chris making the time to come up here and visit and it was my first visit from someone from Glaukos. It was so fantastic to hear how everyone I used to work with is doing and that the company continues to do well. Just prior to Chris' visit, I had found out that Glaukos had filed to go public which is very exciting. It was also great fun to just talk a little bit of business!
As great as the visit was, it was also a little bit bittersweet. After Chris left and I was reflecting on the visit, it occurred to me how much I missed being part of an exciting team and how much I missed using my brain for business strategy. Not much opportunity (well actually none) to do that here as we are barred from running a business from here. And while I am very happy for my former colleagues with regard to the upcoming IPO, there is a part of me that really wants to be there with them to celebrate. Another one of those "big events" in life that will go on without me. I know... wah, wah, wah. I'm allowed to have my brief down times though!
Fortunately I was looking forward to a visit from one of my oldest and dearest friends on Sunday. I have known Vicki for over 30 years and we always get into deep, wonderful discussions about the important stuff. I called her Saturday night to make sure she made it down here OK and she was home sick in bed. There was no way she could make the trip. Obviously, that's life and these things happen but I was bummed! I could have used a big hug from my La Victoria! But I know I will see her soon and I hope she is better by the time she reads this!
But the weekend ended on a high note as my dear friend Suzie was able to stop by Taft on her way home from a wedding in Orange County to visit for an hour and a half. Suzie is one of the most "up" people I know and in no time we were laughing and I was reminded how lucky I am to have such dear friends!!!! We just finished our visit and I'm good to go again. Hopefully I am a little bit better prepared for the next roller coaster ride that comes my way.
I hope all of you had a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend and we all took a moment to remember the men and women who have made sacrifices for our freedom.
Until next time... I remain David, your favorite inmate (well hopefully your only one)
David Applegate
Hi Davey!
I can totally imagine how it feels to find out that the company you were working with is going public, and to know that you were a part of what made that possible, and not be able to be a part of it when it happens. It’s like when a good friend gets to travel to someplace you’ve always wanted to go, and maybe even invited you, but you couldn’t do it. You’re happy for them and bummed for yourself.
Looking forward to our visit in July!
And yes, you are my favorite, and only, inmate. 🙂
Lots of love!
Lisa/X