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Just Want to Talk | Last Active: Dec 4 7:56am | Replies (4374)
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@gingerw

I found this week that if I watch my energy levels carefully, I can get about 45 minutes to an hour pulling weeds or some yardwork done. Then take my two hiking/walking poles for stability, go for a walk. It helps stretch my muscles back out and gives me a breather. And I walked further!

We have new neighbors two lots over. Their three dogs were not happy to see me walking by and kept raising a ruckus. I praised them for doing their job. And I met the lady of the house. They are simmering down now and learning I'm not a threat. The key is keep talking as I go by, make no eye contact. I get a chance to check in with Rosemary when she is out, and they are still right by her side, but more curious than ever.

Each time I walk I look for changes in the trees and plants around, which helps distract me. Yes, still neuropathic discomfort, but it feels so good to be out in the fresh air!
Ginger

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Apr 16, 2022

@gingerw, and all...Good for you, Ginger! I'm proud of you and how far you've come in the last several months. Keep up the great work and enjoy your lovely area. I hope to be walking outside in a month or so, but by then we'll be in summer weather and I don't do so well in the early morning, so I may have to stay inside walking at Mayo, the pool, and maybe the mall. WE'll see what life brings along the way, eh? Have those hiking poles worked out well? I think I'm past that at this point and for walking outside or in buildings I need my hot pink walker. stability is key for me. And, someplace to rest if need be. A seat, a place to put my water, kleenex, whatever...
Have fun, my friend. elizabeth

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