I thought I would show you how the day ended...we have such beautiful sunsets.
Today I tried taking Roger to a local park that has a paved track, as in a track for running track. I think we both need the fresh air when we can get it...he enjoyed it. He never wants to go to the woods and ramble any more. I think because he is afraid of stumbling and falling. That stroke did such a number on him. I hope we can start doing this a few times a week.
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I got a cleaning job done today...one I had been putting off since getting back on my feet. I won't go into details about what it was...just wanted to say it is amazing how much what your thoughts and fears can do to your abilities. I was trying to climb up to stand on the side of the bathtub....now don't yell at me for doing that. I did it all the time before to change a lightbult, to clean the top of the cabinet above the stool, etc.
But I was trying to be careful and just could not do it. I don't even know what made me forget what to be careful, but I thought this is stupid, and I was up there without even thinking about it! When I was thinking about being careful, it was like I had lead weights tied on and I could not step up there for love nor money.
Besides the cleaning, there was laundry. When I die, I will leave at least one load of laundry waiting to be done!
Good news about the safe running track! This should be so good for both of you! The sky is just beautiful!! Fear can really hold us back. But we do have to be careful.
ReplyDeleteso glad you found a place Roger is comfortable walking, it will change both of you.. our walking keeps us walking. even if it is slower than it used to be it still works. do not climb on the tub. juse a safety ladder. love MOM
ReplyDelete...Rose my friend, the older you get the smarter you should get!
ReplyDeleteI'm 66. OMG, I thought about that, did the math and here I am 67!! Anyway, months ago I told Terry I wanted a new step stool because the little one I had was getting hard to open. He talked me into a 4' one that is really not a ladder, but it is. I LOVE it. The steps are wider and I use it for everything. Since I had foot surgery I can't stand tippy toe as my big toe does not bend. You really should go to Wally World and check out the 4' step ladders in the paint department. It really IS a good investment.
ReplyDeleteYou have the most beautiful sky view pics. We seem to be suffering from overcast skies most of the time. We are getting way too much rain, but it could be worse. One inch of rain equals 1 foot of snow so I'll take the rain, muddy pet paws and all.
xx, Carol
That is such a lovely sunset. I have been trying to walk each day unless it is icy or very windy. Sunshine today in Indiana!! Have a good weekend
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sunset----you do have some beauties,
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about not thinking about being careful. We were that way before we hurt anything. Nothing bothered us before and now we know what hurt is and we just take longer to heal.---age does that too. Phooey!!!!
Still go out and get fresh air no matter where!
MB
Such a pretty sunset. I'm pleased that Roger will walk on the new trail with you. Just hearing the birds and breathing different air lifts my spirits.
ReplyDeleteThat sunset is so lovely.
ReplyDeleteA fotografia é espectacular, aproveito para desejar um excelente Dia de Reis.
ReplyDeleteAndarilhar
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After my heart attack three years ago, I walk, walk, walk. It's good to know you two found a place safe to get those steps in!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful sunset.
ReplyDeleteBest regards, Irma