So my neck is feeling much better and I am over being sick.  I can actually turn and bend my head and neck like a normal person (mostly).  I went an lifted on Saturday to try and test it a little and it responded well, no pain or stiffness while lifting.  Originally, I was going in to train yesterday but I woke up and the neck was a bit tight so I figured to give it another day.  I will fuck around with some things while injured but my neck is NOT on of those.  I am planning on training tomorrow since today I'm working till 10 pm.  I am pretty fired up about getting on the mat again.  I'm definitely jonesing to train.  I'm sure I will get smoked tomorrow..fuck it oh well.  At least I'm back training!

I wasn't totally unproductive while home sick and injured. I did spend some time watching fights from the American Nationals on YouTube and scrolling through the Reditt bjj forums.  I also shot a few emails off to the two academies (Alliance Sligo and East Coast Jiu-Jitsu Academy) in Ireland I had hoped to attend while on holiday.  Ryan from Alliance emailed me back right away and remembered who I was.  He said to stop on in.  At ECJJA, I heard back from a Chris Leddy who also said visitors are always welcome and to pop in.  Can't wait to get over there!