Thursday, June 24, 2021

Slip Slidin' Away

 what a lovely morning. It is not yet to warm to enjoy the garden. the temperature at the moment is only 79 and Murphy and I sat outside for a few minutes. Of course it is only 7am.

There is almost not part of my delicate body that is not hurting...and it is not just the arthritis. On Tuesday just finishing my shower.... guess where this is going....I stood from the built in seat in the shower to hang the shower head back in holder and all of a sudden.... yes down I went. Twisting and turning in hopes of getting up without breaking anything or hitting my head. I was alone in the house except for Murphy who was not attempting to come to my rescue. I think my yelling caused him to remain outside the bathroom. Finally got my aerobics under control and got out to find Murphy finally showing some concern. Actually he was trying to take the towel away...loves to grab towels. When Lisa returned home from the fitness center, she wanted to show me a good exercise for me to do. While demonstrating it I began to think she might want me to try so I told her about my shower exercise. I did not feel anything to bad so we left for an errand and while out we bought me a non slip bath mat. Didn't I mention that there was no mat in the tub? I had planned not to tell Alan..... but of course Lisa did. Yesterday was spent literally in bed and slathering Voltaren gel over most of my body. Still feel like there was a fight which I lost. Very thankful nothing is broken. i am thinking of making a bubble-wrap suit.

If you follow my blog you know that the Arizona heat is on...has been in the triple digits reaching up to 118. What? Yes that is a ball in the fridge. Murphy left it outside and when I went to get it it was mushy...not hard as a rock like it should be. It was melting! So into the fridge for 20 minutes hoping it would firm up. Murphy was not amused and waited by the fridge for it to be returned to him. He loves this ball that makes sounds when pushed and shaken. This is a nutty house for sure. 

Monday (June 21st) marked the 4th anniversary of not having Dennis in my life. It still is difficult, some days more than others. I was so lucky to have spent 48 years with my favorite person in the whole world. I am thankful for the people who have been there for me in the early days and those that followed. Besides family there was Glenda and Don and Dianna and Bobby and Robyn and Dave. Lucky for having friends like them.

Today will be another do nothing day.... more Voltaren and plenty of iced water. Back to resting my back...glad you stopped by to visit. thank you for your kind words and thank you for your friendship.

Edited: I really need to give a shout out to all my dear blogging friends who faithfully send good thoughts. They are  wonderful support group.

Sunday, June 20, 2021

Alan and the hedgehog

 Last week while at work, it was reported to Alan that a hedgehog was found walking in the mall. Off he went to find...a baby hedgehog! 



Around the same time 2 young guys were coming into the mall and told Alan that they have a couple of them at home and told him all about them. Alan took the little ball into his office and then proceeded to wait to see if anyone claimed a lost hedgehog. After 5 hours he called the number the guys gave him and asked if they wanted the critter...they appeared shortly after to take it home. 

Having never held one before, Alan enjoyed taking care of it in his office. the Brother Alan is a caring soul. Although he is eleven years younger than me, he has stepped up to big brother status. Four years ago on June 6th he flew out here after returning home from here 2 weeks before on vacation, to spend time with Denny. He was there for the transfer to Hospice and there to make financial and end of life arrangements for me. Dennis always referred to Alan as brother.I know it wasn't easy for Alan but he stepped right up and made it easy for me.

On this Father's Day, it is important to acknowledge him as The Brother Alan, my big brother. Since moving out here to Arizona he has relieved me of many tasks. Dennis would be proud of how he manages the garden even though the pond is no longer here. 

So, Happy Father's Day dear Alan.Thank you for taking care of me.Thank you for taking care of us.!