It is really beautiful here. Lots of live oak trees. And the ocean is just a short walk away. It was cloudy in the morning, but the sun came out later, temps in the low seventies, and it was perfect for walking on the beach yesterday. Cloudy and cooler today, but that's ok too. I … Continue reading From the Retreat
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"Wristband?" The woman behind the desk was friendly but a line was forming. The doors had just opened and lots of people wanted to get checked into the event. Sofia closed her eyes and said,"Yellow. Yellow, please." She felt like she had just jumped in at the deep end of the pool. She watched the … Continue reading Connections {7}
Wellness Wednesday; 11-6
As you can imagine, my regular routine was disrupted by a day of dental surgery and recovery, but I'm feeling surprisingly good. Here's the data: Step count avg = 5,512; range 962 to 9,000. Actually, I had two days around 9,000, so that was good.Weight 164.8Sleep avg = 7 hrs, 9 minutes That's high for … Continue reading Wellness Wednesday; 11-6
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"No, go ahead and take it, I don't need a box," Sofia assured the server. She had only been able to eat about half her salad, excitement and nerves keeping her from swallowing another bite, now that it was almost time for the party. It was eight o'clock, and even though the party didn't officially … Continue reading Connections {6}
Between the Lines Afterwards
I survived. The dental surgery was not painless and I'm still not having much fun, but it certainly wasn't as bad as it could have been. Of course, I might be buzzing a bit at the moment. Yay pain meds. But just Ibuprofen. And I think I'll survive. Just wanted to check in and say … Continue reading Between the Lines Afterwards
Connections {5}
The server moved around the table taking orders quickly. Sofia and Lori both ordered a light meal - Sofia had a salad topped with grilled shrimp, while Lori had the same salad topped with salmon. Maybe 20 or 25 people were gathered at the table, all ages and shapes. Sofia and Lori started chatting with … Continue reading Connections {5}
Between the Lines
I am so scared, y'all. I am sitting in the car in the parking lot of the grocery store, on the verge of tears. I don't want to go in the store and I don't want to go home. Did I tell you all it's seven hours of surgery? I think I did, but maybe … Continue reading Between the Lines
Sunday, 11-3
I'm having surgery tomorrow, getting 4 dental implants. I may have mentioned this before. It will be about 7 hours of dental work. Oral sedation. I am - anxious. Eager to get it over with. Afraid of what it will be like - during and after. But glad that it's finally time to do it. … Continue reading Sunday, 11-3
Not for Kids (and not Kinky either)
I started to title this post "Elmo's Song," but I was afraid it might show up in a search for All Things Elmo and didn't want some child disillusioned. But Elmo's Song is in my head today, https://youtu.be/vSYadh2xmcI "This is the song, lala, Elmo's song..." You should try singing it with your own name. It's … Continue reading Not for Kids (and not Kinky either)
Moments {5}
They let her sit up, a soft blanket under her, made her scoot forward so her legs dangled off the side of the raised platform. They spread her knees wide. Then they removed her blindfold and she looked around, blinking rapidly as her eyes adjusted to the light. Glancing down, she was shocked to see … Continue reading Moments {5}
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