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Got a body treatment this morning--a Tui Na like and Trager like massage. The practitioner, SMcD, has a lot of experience doing bodywork--and is open to trying whatever works to ease my PD symptoms. It felt good to be back on the table once again--and to feel the release triggered by the intervention. One minor hiccup--the treatment left me really tired and I had difficulty dancing in class later in the afternoon. SMcD also suggested that I look into a naturopathic product by Hylands--for leg and foot cramping. I'll try some and see what happens--the cramping is the most active discomfort for me right now.

After the treatment, I had a hearty lunch at the BBQ place--chicken Parmesan on a bed of noodles with a slice of garlic bread. I came back home and napped for a short while--then pushed myself out the door and onto class. I had a GT latte--and also took a dose of medication between gustatory events. I felt heavy and not able to move my legs easily--I stumbled through the class but would not like to do this every time I get a treatment. Next week there is no dance class after the treatment--so I'll get a reading on what happens if I'm tired and take a long nap. I'm optimistic about adding this activity to my regime--I'm certain it can only help and do harm.

I'm curious as to how well I sleep tonight--if there is anything different going to be triggered by the bodywork. I feel as if I have undergone a purge--that a flood of toxins were flushed from my system.

Truck is running smoothly--for which I am pleased.

Several cancelled dance classes over the next 1.5 months--holidays, dance workshops, and vacations are the principal culprits. Will utilize alternative dance class venues--to help fill the gaps if possible.

Forecast for low temperatures tonight/tomorrow--in the low to mid 30s. Will keep the heater going--especially over the next three days/nights.