My friends,
It has been a long and exhausting journey through six intense rounds of chemotherapy, but I am officially done for now. I am presently recovering at home, anxiously anticipating a scan in the middle of August that will show the results of my treatment. My oncologist believes we will see positive results and that I will be able to move forward with my life. I am praying that he is right. This unplanned detour has provided me the opportunity to be reminded about what is important in life and how incredible it is to get to work in education. During my six weeks in the hospital I would frequently find myself thinking about the wonderful faces that I have had the chance to work with, equip, and inspire over the years. To have many of those same people reach out to me in support at a time when I was not at my best made the process that much more tolerable. Thank you!
More than fear and more than hope, I am now filled with a sense of excitement. I am excited to be back to my family, I am excited to get back to enjoying life’s little things, and I am excited to get back to serving the field of education. While I will be resting up in July, I will be back out on the road speaking to audiences by the middle of August. I can’t wait! It makes me want to shout out “WOOOO!!!!” just thinking about it! I am excited to have the chance to help change the world for people who are out there changing the world for children.
Yes, there are many things still out of my control to worry about. Yes, I will need to take care of myself first so that I can better take care of others. Yes, I am going to live the rest of my life just one bad doctor appointment away from the absolute worst news. But it is no different for you. Life is a fragile thing, and for any one of us it can all come to an end in a moment’s notice. But as long as we still find ourselves with more time today then we find ourselves with the time we need to make a bigger difference for others. I can’t wait to get back to doing this work with you and I can’t wait to show you the better person that I can be moving forward. Stay in touch and stay tuned, the best is yet to come!
Patrick Mulick
P.S. WOOOO!!!!!
I am so glad and praying for positive results one August.
This is really great news. I’m really happy for you & your family. Now that I’m retired, I will miss your workshops that I enjoyed attending. I will keep you in my prayers and keep positive thoughts for you as you move forward.
Patrick,
You have changed me as a person and as an educator but most of all as a parent of a special needs child. I will forevermore be in your gratitude for the roads that you have paved and can’t wait to see what you do next. You are such a blessing to so many and I only pray that those blessings are returned back in full force to you and your family. Thank you for your courage and bravery as well as sharing your story with us. You set the bar in so many ways!
Bobbie Kapule
Sending you love and strength 🙂 thanks for letting us know how you are feeling! Thank you for continuing to support and inspire others!
This is just awesome news! Rest and take care of you! Enjoy your family! Can’t wait to see you at our meeting next year for SEPAC!
Thank you for the updates! Looking forward to the next time you are out in the community; facilitating thoughtful conversations around high expectations, self-determination and equity for all!
You are awesome Patrick!!
Praying for improving health. Glad to hear you get to go home. Home is good for the heart. I’m looking forward to learn more from you and love your friendship.
Patrick, I love listening to your positivity through your posts and it reminds me how I need to look at life with a better attitude and remember the small things. Thank you for sharing with us. Praying for you❤️
Thinking of you and your family. I have always admired your positive spirit and never ending joy. You will beat this with your sheer will. Rest easy.
Patrick
You are an inspiration to many. Rest and heal, let your family fill you up. I am so thankful you are on the mend. Love and hugs
Kimberly
It is so good to hear you are doing better. I will be praying for absolute clear report! Take care, You inspired me as a teacher and leader and you continue to do so in your pursuit of a life that changes the lives of others. Thanks Pat!