OMG the hubs and I bought bikes! I don’t know what else to say. It’s so fun!!!!!!!!!
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Day 284: Llama
I just spent the last hour reading about llamas. True. Llamas. Apparently they are becoming much more popular as pets. Except people start with two or three and end up with 20 or more because of how loving, social, curious and adorable these creatures are. People sheer them for the wool, sure, but they also show them. Apparently there is a whole llama breeding and show circuit very similar to dogs. I’ve also been reading about their use as therapy animals for people with mental and physical disabilities. Their infectious personalities and humorous (yet super cute) appearances make people smile. And they seem to be intuitive to human need in the same way as dogs. One lady wrote about taking three of her llamas to meet some children with special needs. One llama went right over to a boy in a wheelchair and laid its head in his lap. My heart immediately melted and of course now I am investigating how much land one needs to own a llama or two. And look at the babies!
Day 283: Red, White and Baby
It’s a summer of babies–we know so many pregnant women right now–and I met one today! Her name is Sonia and she was looking very patriotic in a red and white striped dress. So sweet!
Day 282: Functional Strength
On Day 282, I learned that if you get dizzy while you spin, it means that you are improving your balance. I also learned that if you shake your joints, you not only boost your metabolism but also your bone density. And I learned these things in a class at my gym that was full of people who were probably at least 20 years older than I, if not more.
The class was called Functional Strength and Fitness. It seemed like maybe it was a step below gentle yoga in terms of its goals and difficulty level. First I made friends with two elderly people outside waiting for the class to start. They assured it me it was a good class. We spent the first half hour standing doing various balancing activities and stretches (and shaking and spinning). Then, for the latter half of the class we were on mats on the floor working different muscles. It really was a good class. I did not really feel like I had worked out, but I did feel like I was more aligned and had better energy than when I walked in. I would love to use this a substitute for yoga (which has become increasingly difficult for me) if I can keep my schedule clear on Wednesday mornings (the only time this class is offered at my gym). If not, I will just have to shake and spin as much as I can on my own time!
Day 281: Massage Envy
Did you know Massage Envy holds an event called Healing Hands for Arthritis to benefit the Arthritis Foundation? One day every year, $10 from every one-hour massage and facial goes to the foundation. Every location! Nationwide!
No, this event was not today. Though today I did sign up for a membership with Massage Envy because I got an online deal for a massage. The masseuse I had (Rebecca at the Southport location) was so great that I want to see her every month and get a discount. Massage can really help blood flow through achey joints. Also, because I spend a lot of time at a computer, I have big knots and big trigger points in my shoulders. They are horrible but Rebecca is GREAT. And I’m glad to support a company that does so much for the Arthritis Foundation.
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