I'm into old cars, and I own a 1969 Camaro convertible. (Thus, the Ragtop name) It's been a cold spring here, but yesterday we finally got a warm sunny day that allowed me to put the top down and go for a cruise.

I hit the country roads, and just soaked in the sights, sounds, smells, and feelings of a beautiful late spring day. the fresh air. The wind in my hair. The sun on my face. The trees and flowers in bloom. And, of course, the sound of a good 'ol V-8 thundering down the road.

Unfortunately, when I got back into town, I started to feel the burn in my feet again, which reminded me that I still have this nasty disease. But that still couldn't take the smile off my face - it lasted all day.

I'm fortunate to still be able to do many of the things I love, just not as often or for as long as I used to. But if there is one positive thing about having this illness - it has helped me to take in and appreciate some of the simple things that I used to take for granted.