poetnw's Journal

I've fallen and I can't get up! versus got to ride
Nov 07 2009 09:08

Two new observers reminded me of my limitations.  Brought back memories: sneeze! and I'd be bent for days in back spasms.  No twisting, jumping motions for this body.  Standing on my feet some days is exercise enough.  I am doing stretching and thigh tighteners cause that strengthens the knee.  Every night we walk the mile long block- does nothing for the heart but does keep the circulation moving. 

I am grateful that a red headed house finch came to the feeder this morning. I am sick of greedy common sparrows.   I am grateful for sunshine when the prediction was for rain. 

 I promise- to myself- that I will get out today and clean up some garden areas; haul the annuals to the compost pile. I need to live the grateful life; not just say it but live it.           Gusty winds but not too cool- a good day to walk downtown rather than drive there and walk around.

 I am grateful for the NAG room- its a pleasant place to write in.  I am grateful that I am wallowing in a short story.  The Well.  There is a Deeper Well.  Tis better to drink from that than to dig into another sugar high.