D+9: Duro

I feel more durable and vital than during the post-Thanksgiving period of my decline. There's plenty of reason not to: my deteriorating speech, and the two brief and slightly painful spasm cramps I've gotten in my left forearm and forefinger this past week ... even my current cold, which is still not out of control but which is making its way. Plenty of reason not to feel durable and strong, but I do.

The left grip hit a new record at 51 (42, 51, 50.5). The right grip remains at 91 (91, 91, 86). Inhale volume is 4400 mL and the cold germs are making progress. But if I handle it properly, I may avoid being miserable