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The gym has been good to me the last 2 days, today will be a rest day as far as exercise goes. I did push it and tried some machines, so nice and controlled, using the same movements they have me doing in physical therapy. Some muscle sore as expected but no increased neck pain, in fact a little less. Did the PT exercises mostly in the whirlpool. I didn't get in the pool, Sat there was a busy exercise class and yesterday I knew I shouldn't push much further. I forgot how much I like rowing machine, I hadn't been on one in years. The steam room also helped the allergies as they are putting eucalyptus in the steam.
A run to Aldi's as they have a thick cushioned yoga mat for 10.00. Most of them like the one I have are really thin and with a rod through my knee I need more cushion to do anything on knees. At home I use a seat cushion for an outside chaise.
I have a 90 yp neighbor I've been checking on for several years. She has been in and out of the hospital and nursing homes lately. She is failing rapidly with her body not retaining potassium. Her mind is escaping her as well, it's so sad to watch but have to make a stop to see her, she was going off to lunch when I stopped in yesterday.
She is an example of a person who worked hard all her life into her 80"s, her job was her life, she had no other interests. Other than meals out with friends and going to church on Sundays (not very active in it) she sat and watched TV. She did keep her house clean and neat. Her body which had been active in the restaurant she owned now was doing very little and no interests to keep her mind active.
Much to do before heading back to work on Monday. This has been a good 4 days off for me.
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