Tuesday I missed my exercise class because I slept in after a broken night's sleep. Simple slow day with a visit at Reflections Memory Care in the afternoon. I learned that the Illinois state commander of Amvets will be at our post meeting on Feb 8 and got the word out.
Wednesday I took Sophie over to Bubbles of Fun for her 6-week grooming and made it to double exercise day. I struck up a cute conversation with the 2 ladies at the groomers about pekingese dogs. I explained that I had spaniels before and Sophie was my chance rescue (more like a calling) when I went to the pound expected a larger dog than what I lost. You would think that with all the dogs they see, they would be a little numb to the breeds but they talked about the pekingese and how different they are because of these dogs converse with people. I said that all the traits they were mentioning, I've been experiencing. The exercise class was our regular senior exercises at 8:15 followed by Zumba light at 9:15. For me it was extra light with this back problem. I don't want to make any sudden moves that will pinch a nerve. I only side step rather than do a grapevine but I still got in a little cardio and that was accomplished. Besides, our instructor, Patty, is so much fun and really cares about us. She brought us healthy treats at Christmas and when she was on vacation she brought us some ethnic candy. Just during the cool down, I got the call that Sophie was ready to be picked up. I brought her home and went out shopping at the Goodwill. Seems I can't fit in a lot of my 6P jeans and need 8P now. Despite diet and exercise, I've been told to eat 3 meals and I sit more with back pain as a result in a larger size. Yikes. I picked up a custom embroidered golf shirt with our Catholic War Veterans logo on it that I ordered. I got the call while at the Goodwill and that was good timing since I was on that side of the town. I stopped by Lowes and picked up some grass seed for a big bare spot where the trailer was moved when the tree was cut down last fall. I should sell the trailer. I don't have the strength to lift it onto the hitch anyway. In the evening I went to the Interveterans Council meeting and new officers were sworn in.
Thursday the weather temperature dropped after a pleasant week that included a record breaking 60 degrees on Saturday. We got a little of that Wisconsin cold from their big snow storm.
Well I had a 3 class session this morning at Powerworks. Sr Yoga, TRX, Yoga 101 I moved slow but got some mobility back. So much that last Thursday's tears of pain were tears of joy. Although now that I'm home, I'm sore from putting weight on my hips walking Sophie. BTW, I smelled the first Sophie farts.
Friday I went to Jefferson Barracks for my VA hearing appointment. I stopped by Ben's discount store which was a little like a cross between Ben Franklin and Joanne's. I got some mats for my steps on my new sun room that are about dogs. I wanted to stop by an antique store that was suggested on facebook for some Victorian jewelry but I didn't find one that clicked or else I missed some. I was fascinated by this piece but it wasn't for me.
I checked n early to make sure I knew where I was supposed to go. I then asked the clerk at the VA where a good place to eat was. She said the next exit off the interstate. So I did but then I found a cute little hole in the wall called Zito's Deli. No matter how many times I asked to pronounce this, I can't say it. Something like a fry bread. Don't worry, the peppers and onions are behind the wrapper.
I guess we'll have pulled chicken for lunch Sunday. I got some home made buns while in St Louis made by Zito's mom. They gave them to me free because I was a good customer. I brought the rest home for dinner and Sophie got a little of the fatty end cuts. I look at it this way, the alternative was stupid vending machines.
Saturday evening I went to the Robert Burns dinner sponsored by the St Andrews Society. My summary was that there were NO UNHAPPY PEOPLE PRESENT! I came prepared with one exception. Since it was my first Robert Burns, I would wear my military medals like I saw on another man. There's a portrait of Bobby Burns on the table behind me which was a rotating gift. The person that receives it must bring it back next year.
So I did know one other person there besides Miranda who invited me. I recognized Deacon Larry Smith from the cathedral. He is treasurer for the St Andrews Society.
We lost a member of our Catholic War Veterans post this week. I put out the notice. We will do our ceremonial walk through on Thursday.
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