Boo – Hiss – Groan – I love it.
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Windows open, breeze coming through, sun shining – what more could anyone ask? I’ve walked my mile at the gym, increasing my speed a notch this morning; shared breakfast with Brian (breakfast burrito – with scrambled eggs, bacon, and salad wrapped in a tortilla, with a side of some Thai apple slices); and now have a free day – except for taking clothes to the laundry some time this morning. AHHHHH!
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Mid morning yesterday Brian peeled and cut up some of the mayong-chit we received as a gift from one of the building housekeepers. It was a delicious combination of mango/peach/plum and had a slightly sour, but mostly sweet taste. I really liked it, though it was a bit messy to peel and cut up.
Brian has cautioned me not to leave ANY food or any little drips or drops or smells of any food on the counter or elsewhere to avoid being besieged with ants. I got a HINT of that when I didn’t clean out my sink quickly enough, leaving a small drop of olive oil. It took me several days to get rid of them, and I’ve been more careful since. We have no problem at all if we are just super clean. 🧼
Anyway, the gift of the mayong-chit was super nice and we loved it. We’ll probably eat the rest of it today. YUM!
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This is my latest painted sketch.
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Ranger Rick
Today I will do yoga stretches mid morning. To this I have added some stretching standing up, arms together over my head, reaching for the ceiling, and then bending over and reaching toward the floor several times. I’ve also added some leg lifts (although I’m pathetic at this so far) and some abdominal crunches with legs straight and with legs bent. This makes for a good bit of exercise combined with walking the mile at the gym first thing every morning.
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I will get started painting another sketch today, 🎨 and see if I can make some progress on my puzzle. 🧩 My book on my Kindle book 📖 is calling me, as well. And, of course, before any of these, I’ll do my posts ✍🏼 for the blog.
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“Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.” ―Omar Khayyam
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Good exercise program. I have recently added a YouTube Qigong exercise to my morning routine. Also, I do stretches and then on Zoom I do Ageless Grace and NIA. I also take daily walks outdoors in my neighborhood.
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I’m impressed with your routine, Linda. I’ll check out the things you listed that I don’t know about. Thanks.
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I have found the Qigong very helpful. I just typed YouTube Qigong for beginners and found several. I have tried many, and watched some several times,now having a couple favorites.
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I found one for beginners and will try it today. Thanks so much for telling me about it. I’m glad it’s working for you!
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Good for you. I hope it is helpful and please let us how you do!
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Thank you. I’ll give you a report
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This is one YouTube I have used several times. https://youtu.be/onA4pogScVg?si=W3zcccKx4SaeWisk
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Thank you, Linda. I’ve bookmarked it, and hopefully, I can try it today.
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I love this painted sketch, Linda!! I will save this one to try! Did you see the other ones I tried? I posted them earlier and shared to Substack too, always giving you credit (with a link back to your blog) for inspiring me.
I am beginning to have fun with the drawings but I need better pencils, the fountain pen annoys me when it starts running low on ink, and refilling it is messy. Like your fruit! Ha!
I hear you about the ants. We get those in the Spring if we are not careful. Ugh!
At least it signals when Spring starts! Not yet for us!
My book is launching NOW on Amazon. And that’s why I am still awake tonight. I had to see it appear on Amazon (the paperback), and celebrate it. Hehe! I am probably so silly laying here in the dark looking at the web page on ny phone of it!
I also think the A mean o acid mug was a hoot!
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I’m glad you liked the sketch, Sheila. Yes, I saw the other sketches and replied to you, saying you were on a roll now, and that I hoped you were having a lot of fun with it. Thank you also for the credit and link back to the blog. That means the world. CONGRATS!!!!! on the official book launch on Amazon. I can say (almost) that I knew you when…. :0).
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Oh, joy, Linda! Thank you! I guess I had not checked Substack yet. Silly me.
And as for knowing me when, it feels like we have known each other for many years! This is the mystery.
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We recognized each other, so it doesn’t matter the actual amount of time. We simply made the connection and appreciate each other. I’m happy for us. 😁
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That’s it, Linda. That’s the magic. Yay, us!!
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Linda, I am so happy!! I have found a video of the exact qigong teaching (8 Brocade) that my master taught me nearly ten years ago! Here it is:
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THANK YOU. I have bookmarked the site so I won’t lose it. I appreciate your sending it so much, Sheila.
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I’m delighted that you’re finding the drawing fun, Sheila. Kudos on doing the rabbit sketch. I also love the fact that you’re using different tools and different techniques. I find that’s half the fun of it. I love your version!!!! Thank you for also linking back to my blog. That is SO kind of you and much appreciated.
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