A break with Tradition

So I read an article about a woman who at 86 was willing to tell her secrets.  Nothing was salacious but it covered the information she kept from her adult (40ish) children in that they was watching over her at all times.  She took falls and ran into things causing numerous scrapes and bruises on her person.  She had a drugs stores worth of bandages and ointments in her cabinets.  As she bandaged up her arms and legs, comments came out "you should've seen the other guy".  Memory was failing with respect to names she should know.  And still she wanted to live alone and be independent, not requiring assistance.  Been watching a British show with an actress of some acclaim, Leslie Manville. My remembering her name comes and goes and I cannot recall it when summoned. 

Less bandaged than usual, I trudge through life with a goal of staying upright and not falling.  The falls seem to be more injurious and results last longer.  Strength exercises and core strengthening seem to help.  Planet Fitness has the right equipment to use in varying weights.  Physical strength is lessening but still able to move 40-55 lbs with some facility.  

She also wrote of eating what she wanted when she wanted like having leftover Chinese takeout instead of oatmeal for the first meal of the day.  I had delicious leftover pot roast, potatoes and parsnips today in lieu of the usual.  And it was good and satisfying.   So at some points, we have the ability to make choices that make us feel good of course with limits.  I cannot eat donuts and chocolate bars and cookies with abandon.  But on occasion can break with tradition.

I know that men with facial hair are now the fashion of the day.  At this point, decided to forgo that and be clean shaven.  It just feels better although the wrinkles stand out on my face.  At nearly 75, simply feeling better is more important than being stylish.

Going to spend more money with the dentist today.  he is a really nice guy but I am tired of funding the new addition on his home.  The front desk lady  is one of my favorite genuine people.  Oh well will see him at 11am.

With little pomp, the election was certified yesterday.  it was almost a non event, like it should be

all for now