State of the Elf
Friday I saw The Avengers with Robert and his girlfriend Monica, or as Robert and I call it, Ironman and Friends It was epic! We went to The Rave theater in Plainfield, which shows the movies in digital format rather than film, so you get an awesome experience even in 2D. It was awesomely epic!
Sunday was church. I really didn't think I felt up to going, but I recognize the fact that when I feel like this is usually when I most need it. And, indeed, I felt much better by the time I got home.
I also came home with some goodies from the silent auction (to raise money for our church's Gay Pride float). For a total of $13 I got a gift basket from South Bend Chocolate Company and a grab bag filled with sticky notes, pencils, markers, colored pencils, erasers, crayons and fun stuff like that. Yes, I know the latter for kids; no, I don't care if it is or not as I am a big kid in a small adult body. Then Joanne bought me a a hooded shell jacket - brand is hickey, and it's made in Italy at the silent auction, that had been marked down as the auction was about to close. It's navy blue with a blue, white, and red plaid lining, men's small but with my shoulders and long arms it fits me. Plus, being a men's jacket it's got all the pockets I want. (I do not know why the inner pockets are almost nonexistant on women's jackets, but they are). So I was glowing with a sense of gratitude and abundance when I got home.
Monday I went 0.6 miles outside in my wheelchair, which is farther than I've ever made it in the neighborhood here before since it's hilly terrain. I wasn't feeling up to it, but as with church, I knew that it was one of those things that I should make myself do, and I'm glad I did. I should get out today again in the chair.
Yesterday was grocery day. Bless jarlina's heart, despite all else she had going on with 5 kids and the end of the school year, she still made time to take me. I more needed to go for the kitties than anything, though I was also out of TP for myself. I was completely out of kittie kibble as well as needing to get the monthly supply of litter. I did it as I usually do, using the cart as a walker, but my legs were worn out by the time I was done. I'm thinking and feeling that this may be a task I need to now learn to do in my chair. I really don't like using the in store scooters as I've had them run out of juice too often, and then what?
Yes, I much prefer using manual to power when it comes my wheelchairs. Eventually I will get a Wijit or some such, but I've got three more years before Medicaid will help with that because they code that the same as a powerchair, and my powerchair is only 2 years old. I know, it baffles my mind, too since there's nothing motorized about the thing, but that's the way it is. Still, I have faith that I'll have it when the time is right.
And then there was an awesome Master Mind phone call with Dawn last night. Had several "Aha!" moments during our discussion.
Weight loss seems to be at a standstill, and I am at a loss to explain it. Eventually I want to get a juicer as that will let me get in more veggies. I'm becoming more elflike every day as I have come to really enjoy fresh veggies. But, that's good for me so it's excellent. Spinach and cucumber slices are particular favorites. Once they get my battery replaced on my power chair I will see about going to the Wednesday Farmer's Market at the City Market. But, I'm more concerned with the healthy eating than the weight loss. At least I'm no longer gaining, which is a step in the right direction.
And tonight is movie night at church. Something new they are trying. I don't even remember what the movie is, but it's something social to do with my church peeps, so it's good. I need to call Brenda and remind her it's Wednesday. :) And if we don't do that, it'll still be good as there is end of season TV.
Speaking of, it makes me sad that House is ending. I love that show, and this has been a really good season this year. But, all good things eventually come to an end, and then more good comes in it's place. So, I'll adapt. :)
That's about all for now. Now, to switch loads and get some cleaning done.
Sunday was church. I really didn't think I felt up to going, but I recognize the fact that when I feel like this is usually when I most need it. And, indeed, I felt much better by the time I got home.
I also came home with some goodies from the silent auction (to raise money for our church's Gay Pride float). For a total of $13 I got a gift basket from South Bend Chocolate Company and a grab bag filled with sticky notes, pencils, markers, colored pencils, erasers, crayons and fun stuff like that. Yes, I know the latter for kids; no, I don't care if it is or not as I am a big kid in a small adult body. Then Joanne bought me a a hooded shell jacket - brand is hickey, and it's made in Italy at the silent auction, that had been marked down as the auction was about to close. It's navy blue with a blue, white, and red plaid lining, men's small but with my shoulders and long arms it fits me. Plus, being a men's jacket it's got all the pockets I want. (I do not know why the inner pockets are almost nonexistant on women's jackets, but they are). So I was glowing with a sense of gratitude and abundance when I got home.
Monday I went 0.6 miles outside in my wheelchair, which is farther than I've ever made it in the neighborhood here before since it's hilly terrain. I wasn't feeling up to it, but as with church, I knew that it was one of those things that I should make myself do, and I'm glad I did. I should get out today again in the chair.
Yesterday was grocery day. Bless jarlina's heart, despite all else she had going on with 5 kids and the end of the school year, she still made time to take me. I more needed to go for the kitties than anything, though I was also out of TP for myself. I was completely out of kittie kibble as well as needing to get the monthly supply of litter. I did it as I usually do, using the cart as a walker, but my legs were worn out by the time I was done. I'm thinking and feeling that this may be a task I need to now learn to do in my chair. I really don't like using the in store scooters as I've had them run out of juice too often, and then what?
Yes, I much prefer using manual to power when it comes my wheelchairs. Eventually I will get a Wijit or some such, but I've got three more years before Medicaid will help with that because they code that the same as a powerchair, and my powerchair is only 2 years old. I know, it baffles my mind, too since there's nothing motorized about the thing, but that's the way it is. Still, I have faith that I'll have it when the time is right.
And then there was an awesome Master Mind phone call with Dawn last night. Had several "Aha!" moments during our discussion.
Weight loss seems to be at a standstill, and I am at a loss to explain it. Eventually I want to get a juicer as that will let me get in more veggies. I'm becoming more elflike every day as I have come to really enjoy fresh veggies. But, that's good for me so it's excellent. Spinach and cucumber slices are particular favorites. Once they get my battery replaced on my power chair I will see about going to the Wednesday Farmer's Market at the City Market. But, I'm more concerned with the healthy eating than the weight loss. At least I'm no longer gaining, which is a step in the right direction.
And tonight is movie night at church. Something new they are trying. I don't even remember what the movie is, but it's something social to do with my church peeps, so it's good. I need to call Brenda and remind her it's Wednesday. :) And if we don't do that, it'll still be good as there is end of season TV.
Speaking of, it makes me sad that House is ending. I love that show, and this has been a really good season this year. But, all good things eventually come to an end, and then more good comes in it's place. So, I'll adapt. :)
That's about all for now. Now, to switch loads and get some cleaning done.