Day 286

I had a lovely day of playing hooky from the CofC. I did not go out. All my steps were pacing or rebounder and it felt good to rest and enjoy my home. Today I will go to the community Christmas sale at the fairgrounds and help in the Historical Society display. I enjoy it every year. Fine time for seeing people and getting hugs and catch-up conversations. I may go the farm stand first as I would like a bunch of their vegs.

Day 285

Yesterday was the best one in a long time. The cold symptoms that have threatened for a week are dissipating. I had two walks and completed the errands that were on my mind. I secured the shower curtain inside the greenhouse and moved the soil. Now I want a couple of fishing weights to hold it down. I’m staying home today. Shirley quit at the CofC and I was not surprised. She was feeling unsupported. I’m ordering a new toilet. My not-a-christmas-present to myself.

Day 284

I walked the while the dogs were at the spa. Was slow but moving. Was at the beach and didn’t take a photo. Bought a great warm colorful knit hat. Later, I finished taking down the hydrangea plus some of the old roots. The best part was having Art and Ellen come and put the greenhouses back together after the windstorm tore it up. Today I will get the new soil in the planting box and secure the shower curtain over the broken doors.

Day 283

After my massage with Karen, I began to feel better. I’m sure she stimulated my immune system. I slept well and woke up with energy. Yesterday I had two good walks and cleaned out more old stuff. I do enjoy finding a place to purge.. Simple is better. Makes life easier. I have a pan of macro soup for breakfast. It is full of sea minerals, tofu, miso, and vegetables. I’m hoping my body will like it and use it to keep me going.

Day 282

I had a long walk yesterday and enjoyed it: paid my county taxes, water bill, took two checks to the post office and shopped at Safeway. Stopped and visited at the museum and signed up for the community bazar on Saturday. Purged in the kitchen and felt lighter taking the bin out to the curb. Best part was a visit with Michele who came and stayed until the dogs demanded  dinner.  I feel less well with a cold or something trying to get me.

Day 281

At church I was shaky and when Gayle asked if she could walk me home, I agreed. She gave me a lecture on asking for help. No walking. Not enough energy to bundle up, but the watercolor paper is out and paint pans. Don’t know exactly what I want to do. Maybe just put wet stuff on dry stuff. Restless mind wanting an opening to find comfort in the dark time. I’ll get out today with a walk to the post office at least.

Day 280

It was R&R all day and I think it helped as I feel better. I have to remind myself that a day of rest is okay. The soup broth is ready for vegetables and that’s the end of the T-day dinner. Today is church and something else weather dependent. There is repair to do in the greenhouse and I will need help with that. Don’t feel like tackling any housekeeping today. Maybe just poke around for something to create. That is what is missing.