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Today I did 28 minutes at an incline of 12% at a speed of 3mph on the treadmill. Hooray!
At breakfast this morning, though, Brian brought up a great idea. I’ve told you that after my surgeries in February, I had a hearing loss that eventually required hearing aids. I also read that anesthesia for old ladies like me also has a possible side effect of balance issues.
Brian suggested that I slow the speed even more, NOT have any incline, and just rest my fingertips on the handle bars of the treadmill, rather than gripping them as I do. This would force my body – my legs, hips, back, and brain – to work together on balancing without having to grip anything. The bars would be right there if I needed them, but this practice might help resolve my problem. I’m going to try it!
This is a new toy Brian got for my husband at the nursing home.
It’s a squishy ball where the ‘bubbles’ come out through the mesh when you squeeze the ball. It’s super soft, very colorful, and mesmerizing.
The bubbles are different each time. It’s fun – much like popping the bubbles on bubble wrap, but doesn’t make any noise. We’re hoping he likes it. Brian, who knows me well, got TWO of them – one for Harvey and the other for ME! 😁
Other than visiting Harvey at the nursing home, it should be a quiet day. My laundry is out on the balcony drying – even though my phone weather app said it should be cloudy all day, the sun is shining brightly. I’m hoping that if my clothes aren’t dry by the time we leave to see my husband, they’ll be ready to bring in by the time we come home.
Have a wonderful day!
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Really 💯 true quote & pic. I agree with. Beautiful New toy get to you husband. Beautiful bubbles There were cloudy weather. The sun is shining brightly. You have a good New week. Good morning 🌄, Linda!
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He loved the toy!
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Thanks! & You Love too!
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That’s aWEsOMe!! I hope Harvey can enjoy it.
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He was really intrigued with it. He even tried to squeeze with his weaker hand. When we got home, we texted the nursing home about another thing, and the nurse wrote back, saying she thought the toy was a great idea and that he didn’t want to let go of it.😃
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That’s fantastic, Linda! It’s very much like a yin yang squeeze ball I have been trying to find some company to make. My idea! Ha!
Here’s my blog post about the plant stand and my spa room and herbs:
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The nurse texted Brian after we got home, saying Harvey didn’t want to give her the squeeze ball, so she just smiled and let him continue. She thinks it’s a great toy for him. 😁. Congrats on the great looking herb stand! I love thinking about how happy your plants will be during the winter. Sorry about the cat.
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Oh, this is great news about Harvey not wanting to give the nurse the squeeze ball! I’m so happy for him!
Thank you about the plant stand. It took me a couple days to put together because the instructions were not too thorough, but I got it done (all on my own).
Yeah, I got to expect some critters when I plant stuff outside I guess. It’s the cost of doing business with nature I guess. Ha!
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Living with outside critters is good unless they overstep their boundaries. I hope you find the cat deterrent and that it works well for you.
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Fantastic! I know you and Brian are so glad that you found something your Harvey likes, and it is great that he is even trying with his weaker hand. So happy for you.
P.S. I hope you are enjoying your toy, too. If I knew how to add a smiley face, I would, so just consider a smiley face sitting there smiling at you.
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Thanks for your happy smiling face. AND your nice comment. 😄
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