Swimming and Good News

Yesterday, I finally signed up for the YMCA in my town, primarily for swimming. I planned to start today, but I couldn't find my swimsuit—then I recalled that I had donated it because I never really liked it. So, I ordered a new swimsuit on sale from Amazon, and hopefully, it will arrive by Saturday. After that, I couldn't locate my swim shoes, so I quickly went to Walmart and found the last pair in size 6. They're ugly, but those shoes are a lifesaver for my delicate feet when navigating the rough surfaces of the pool bottoms.

I plan to gradually return to swimming, starting with water aerobics and then moving on to lap swimming once the soreness from the aerobics subsides. In my younger days, I enjoyed running. Unfortunately, my aging hips and knees can't withstand the impact, and I want to avoid any more joint replacement surgeries… Swimming suits me perfectly as it's low impact and an overall cardiac workout for my whole body. And I just love being in the water. 

There are numerous other fitness classes and equipment available, but I prefer to stick with swimming. They have one indoor pool, a large outdoor pool, and a saltwater pool. The warm pools will be enjoyable during the rainy season for my bones and joints. Ahhhh, I can sense the comfort already. 

I won’t be the only elderly woman present - I was given a tour and noticed many little old ladies just like me everywhere! How wonderful! It’s an incredibly hectic environment that makes me feel somewhat anxious, but I will persevere as all us introverts have to do. It feels like starting school mid-year and being the new girl.  

So until I get my bathing suit, I will take a Zumba class tomorrow. I won't be going on the weekends. 

DO you like to swim? 

I was in Daiso and spotted this dainty little cup - It was so sweet. I wanted it, but passed because I don't NEED it. Plus, it doesn't match anything. So I saved 100%.

✅Navy and Sara are in San Diego for the week. We will go to their house to feed Ed and Harry until the 27th.

✅The husband has been fixing his kayak, which needed some TLC, replacing the ties, and cleaning out the compartments.

✅Today is his first day back at the college, where he sets up a table, sharing materials and books from Friends of Israel. 

✅BSF has started adding new ladies for the year in my group.  I currently have 13 ladies, with three returning. I look forward to meeting and nurturing ten new ladies I haven't met before. I could have up to twenty, so we will see what happens.

✅My son, Foodie, has a new work schedule. He now has Thursdays and Fridays off because they need him to work on the weekends.

✅ Laydee is thriving! Who cares if she has a little wiggle in her walk? It just adds to her charm and personality!

✅ and Susie?  Just being Susie, waking me up in the middle of the night, to just look at me. I feel the stare, and there she is. Then she licks my nose. 

No 3 am is too early to get up! 

I just returned from the cardiologist, and as I expected, I'm all clear. There’s no cardiovascular disease, and all those tests they put me through came back normal. Crazy, my blood pressure is back to normal again - 110/80. 

I will see them once every six months. 

They want to understand the cause of my fainting spells (syncope) that I have experienced for many years. Therefore, I will be getting a handy dandy Loop Recorder Device installed. Unlike a pacemaker, this device is not meant for prevention; it is a small gadget that constantly monitors the heartbeat. It is placed under the skin of the chest and remains for three years. This procedure is not considered surgery; it is a straightforward process that takes about 10 minutes to implant, and with additional time needed for preparation and recovery, the total time is no more than an hour. 

I'm not thrilled about it, but it's all part of this new journey of aging. I'm thankful for the advancements in technology that can improve my quality of life and address these fainting issues. This year, I haven’t had any spells; I usually have one or two each year, so I feel hopeful. So it's all good. 

 In my view, it revolves around me embracing my aging journey and acknowledging my deep gratitude for the many blessings in my life and how God continues to intervene, using technology as I age. I can see His Hand through it all. 

Till Next time, 

Debby