2254

Was up early and off to the RSB session--grabbing breakfast on the way. Session went well--and seemingly quick. I was not as warped as I was in Tuesday's session--I ran out of juice during today's workout but I depleted like I was on Tuesday. I suppose I'll build up endurance when I keep attending sessions--and perhaps add a 3rd session to the weekly regime.

It was a small class today--but the instructors put us through our paces. They focused a lot on form and stance--like we were training to go into the ring with an opponent. After the class--I downed a fruit smoothie and come home and did a short nap. I went back out to pick up some things and run some errands--I got a roasted chicken sandwich from Rim's Deli along with chips and a lemonade. I ate half of the sandwich--and had the other half for dinner.

Tomorrow is an R&R day--with probably a dance in Rescue on Saturday. There are a horde of fireworks stands that have popped up everywhere--more than it would seem there is demand for. There are 2 or 3 at each major intersection--and 1 or 2 in most shopping centers. Guess it's going to be a noisy 4th--it's been relatively quiet so far. Just a few pre-4th explosions late at night--but I suppose it will increase as we roll through the weekend.

Today was warm but cooler than it has been--but the RSB session triggered my sweat glands. My shirt was soaked from the workout--and was afterward even while I was sitting still. Sweating is good--helps purge the system and clear the stacks.

2255

I was logy and stiff this morning--before heading to EDH dance class. After about an hour of chugging along--my feet and legs loosened up and I felt like I was dancing. Tomorrow is a 2nd RSB session for the week--I won't know until Friday what effects this 2nd class will create.

June finally comes to an end--this has seemed be the longest month ever for some reason. The heat doesn't help--it's staying in the upper 90s and low 100s for a while.

It's still early tonight--but I'm feeling tired and I don't want to watch another movie. I just watched a loosely scripted British police film--it was ok but nothing special (other than the ending which I won't spoil).

2256

Made it through an RSB session this morning--it was tough. Near the end, I could barely lift my hands--the 16 oz gloves felt like lead weights. I'm glad I'm only doing two sessions a week for now--a 3rd session might not even be possible. And I don't have a full load of dance classes back on the schedule yet--just time off for now.

RSB class had just 6 people in this morning's early session--the 2nd class were drifting in around 11:30. The heat is really scorching today--it must be over a 105 outdoors right now. The house's AC is struggling to keep up with the cooling demand--running a few degrees behind most of the time.

I had a power smoothie before RSB class--then a sandwich and lemonade after. Came home and napped--then went out for a Frap. Will have other half of lunch sandwich for dinner--with more liquids. Took my midday medicines around 2pm--along with vitamin supplements (C, D, and more). Today was the 2nd day I've had the big dose of C--so can't relate any effects so far. And today's intense RSB session probably masked any effects I might have seen--assuming I could be looking for anything in between gasping for breath.

Tomorrow is a dance day--EDH venue which is light, fun and where we often demo for the seniors. It will be hot again tomorrow--but with the fans they have there, it will be manageable.

2259-2257

Missed making a post for several days--been slogging through, avoiding the heat, and trying to keep moving. Made it up to Rescue on Saturday morning--and to the gym on Sunday. But mostly rested and napped--staying indoors to avoid the 100+ temperatures.

Went to the PD support group this morning--small group this time. The woman who has been leading the group is stepping down/out--she has some medical issues that she needs to address.

I started feeling some anxiousness during the meeting--I had a latte and croissant before the session. But I felt somewhat woozy--as if I had not eaten enough. Stopped by the BBQ place on the way back--and had a hot link sausage sandwich with fries. Felt a bit better after eating--stopped and did a couple of errands and came home and napped.

I've started taking a 1000 mg dose of vitamin C daily--comes in a packet that also contains other supplements. Will see how it feels to take a daily dose--and if there is any boost that takes place.

I skipped today's RSB session in order to go to PD support group--will make up RSB session tomorrow. I've started putting all of the RSB/dance/Trager events into the monthly calendar--have to do this in order to know what to do and where to go each day. And which pills to take--and when to take them. Fun, fun--I'm on the run.

2260

Can't beat the heat--and it's hot enough to be beaten. For some strange reason--it just got warmer in the past hour. Forecast says it will drop over the next hour--go figure (some kind of heat bubble).

UK bails from the EU--and the markets go crazy. I spent the day doing R&R--no classes today so I chowed my way through the day. Class tomorrow up in Rescue--will do that and perhaps do the gym on Sunday.

Just watched a silly movie--Hollywood Homicide. A Harrison Ford piece of work--with too much humor and not enough substance. It had a really long chase scene--too long to be doable in real time. Of course the whole thing came together at the end--and I mean the whole thing, after the monumental chase.

The AC just kicked in for a short cooling spell--not long enough to fully knock the temperature down much.

Not much to say tonight--missed moving today. Better when I really move--not just amble through the day.

2261

Did RSB class today--and I was wiped by the end of the session. The alternation of RSB and dance classes seems to be a correct way to go--but I haven't gotten all the dance classes in place. Today would have been a RSB class in the morning--and a dance class in the afternoon. The RSB class rocked my clock--and I napped a bit before it would have been time to head for class. So, it looks like it's doable--will see for sure once dance classes resume.

I felt hungry today--had breakfast before RSB, a smoothie and left over pizza, and prunes, a banana, and tapioca for dinner. Could have eaten more--probably need to do so.

Tomorrow there is no dance class--so a day of R&R. Weather continues to be hot--and even hotter. It's still fairly warm tonight--muggy and quiet.

2262

Dance class today--and it was fine. Having an RSB class on Monday, a massage on Tuesday--made it doable to dance today. There was  big class--people have been missing the regular classes and were happy to get back to it. We even did some dancing for the seniors--although there were fewer than normal.

Hot day today--and the fans and AC were present. It's still in the 90s now--and will only slowly cool down after a while.

RSB class tomorrow--in the morning. I need to check the schedule--so I can plan to leave early enough to grab some breakfast. I came back from today's dance class hungry--stopped and had a bowl of frozen yogurt. Ordered a pizza for dinner--and ate most of it.

MD said she has an appointment to get a blood test on Friday--and she said she was told to not eat on Thursday. I think they told her to fast for 12 hours before the test--which would be normal. Not eating on Thursday would leave anyone a bit wobbly by Friday morning--it would be like a 24-hour fast if that were the case. She heard me--but she's really resistant. I said the same thing to her yesterday--but she didn't take it in. I asked to see her prescription for the test--and there it is. It says a 12-hour, water-only fast--I'm still not sure that she thinks I'm correct. Perhaps A, her caregiver, can untangle her thoughts tomorrow--or not.

I'm feeling fairly good--given the many days of intense activity. I'm feeling stronger in my core--thanks to the RSB activities. And today's dancing was better than it's been--again thanks to some of the RSB "big" movement exercises. We shall see--we shall see!

2263

Today was supposed to be the longest day of the year--and it was. Or so it seemed--for no particular reasons. It was hot--100+ degrees with more on the horizon.

I spent some time finding possible father/daughter wedding dance music--thank goodness for the Internet. I found several possibles--and I think that having a slideshow of her photos would be ideal. Have to think about doing that--definitely possible.

Got a call from the massage person--she needed to switch the session to later in the afternoon. Not a problem--and the massage was great. She knows exactly what to do to release the tensions--and break up the knots.

I'm still somewhat surprised that I don't have more kinks than I have from the RSB sessions--but I guess I should be grateful.

Dance day tomorrow--up in EDH with the seniors. Looking forward to it--still not a lot of dance classes on the calendar. Still several weeks before classes resume--just have to keep moving.

2264

Went to RSB class this morning--and it felt good when it was over (and not too bad while it was happening). The instructor is a clone of the owner--a lot alike. She put us through the process--just like the owner. It was a full class--about 13 or14 people counting a couple of caregivers.

The protocol is the same with all classes--meet and greet, stretch and warm up, movement and intense activity, on with the gloves (for at least 20 minutes of heavy workout), a cool down section and a loud ending. Total time is about 1.5 hours--plus commute times to and back.

I stopped for breakfast on the way there--had a sandwich and a latte. Stopped on the way back--had energy drink made with fruits and yogurt. Had cheese, apple, prunes, and tapioca for dinner--becoming my standard evening fare.

Have a massage scheduled for tomorrow--and nothing else. In a few weeks I'll look into adding an RSB round--on Tuesday mornings. But not now--have to wait for the dance classes to get going before I start jamming up the schedule.

Watched a French film tonight--about a reporter doing an investigation of financial schemes. The film was based on some real events around the turn of the century--it wasn't all that exciting (in fact, it was fairly flat and formulaic, plus being in French with subtitles).

I'm tired tonight--as I should be after the vigorous RSB routine. I think I slept well lsat night--I don't recall a lot of me getting up and down. Have to check my FitBit--although I did have it recharging some last night.

2265

My FitBit says I've made 8500+ steps today--thanks to the dance in SS. Danced for nearly 3 hours solid--plus 2 hours yesterday. Have RSB session in the morning--that should round out this 3 days of activity.

I went to Panera's and grabbed some pastries for this morning--celebrating Day of the Dad. Picked up a latte on the way back--for lunch I did the Indian place. Ate a solid meal--and downed a V8 Fusion to round out my caffeine intake. Seemed to work--dancing felt good for the most part. I was clear and not too clumsy--in fact, I danced as well as I've been doing given that I've had such a huge break in classes.

The dance only had about a dozen people--not well attended given that there's so few places to dance. Maybe it's just the summertime malaise--next week is the summer solstice (longest day of the year).

I'm sort of tired tonight--attributed to the round of dancing this afternoon. Have to be up and out tomorrow morning--RSB class is at 11am. I need to be on my way by 9 or 9:30--in order to get some breakfast on the way. Class will go until 12:30--which is too long to go without some fuel in my belly.

2267-2266

Yesterday became an R&R day--I slept a lot, did few errands, and ate a fair amount. I was somewhat groggy from the RSB session on Thursday--it will be a challenge to do one each Thursday morning and do a dance class in the afternoon.

I watched a film about a standoff between a killer and a man--and I dreamt some elements of the dream once I fell asleep. The characters in the dream were the ones in the movie--with me somehow there as well.

I made it to dance class this morning--up in Rescue. I almost talked myself out of going--but managed to get up and go in the end. I'm glad I went--as usual. There were only a handful of people there--but it was perfect given the instructor's difficulties with her husband's accident. She is doing well--she's a strong person and is starting to push back against the system if it doesn't feel right.

I was not all that smooth dancing--I've not danced in over a week. I may go to SS tomorrow--but need to balance the against doing an RSB session on Monday.

Going out for a frozen yogurt in just a bit--and will grab a few things from the grocery. And will most likely come back and nap until dinner time.

2268

Did a 2nd RSB class today--it was tough. I was breathing hard several times--or not able to move my arms after doing a particular lift or activity. It was a smaller class today--only five of us and the instructor. The instructor is tough--she does all of the activities to demonstrate how they are to be done. There was another person from the support group--R and MA, his caregiver.

I stopped on the way to class--and had a bit of breakfast. I stopped on the way back at SB's--for a sandwich and Frap. I came home and slept--I conked out but a good kind of tired.Dinner was apple, lox, prunes, and seasoned crackers--I think that's enough food for today. Using this down time from dancing to segue into RSB--is handy. It would be tough to be doing both--today especially. This would be a busy Thursday--with RSB in the morning and dance in the afternoon. Would have to fit in eating and napping--I think it's doable but won't know until dance resumes.

I just realized that all of my schedule flipping I was planning for next week--just got reflipped. Supposedly, the Saturday dance class is on--and there is a dance in SS on Sunday. The massage I've got scheduled for Tues--is OK as is. I'll go to the Monday (11) RSB--since the PD support group is on the following Monday. That week I'll have to reflip--schedules, schedules, too many schedules.

I'm growing tired just thinking about all of this flipping around--it will be nice when everything has restarted and settled down.

2269

Zonked out today--Had breakfast and slept for most of the afternoon. Skipped going to dance class--which was held despite the instructor's turmoils with her husband's accident.

It felt so good to sleep like I did--not productive, but good.

Tomorrow morning I'll be heading to the RSB class--with my new gloves and hand wraps. I spent a little time tonight--wrestling with the hand wraps. Not easy thing to do--need a third hand. Obviously can me mastered doing solo--just will take some time.

Need to be up and started at 8am--class begins at 10am. Have to grab food on the way--and on the way back. When everything settles, I'll be doing RSB in the morning--and line dance in the afternoon. That will make a full day--the only one with two classes.

Will watch another episode of Life--and perhaps read a while. Then off to dreamy land--another time.

2270

I seemed to have done fairly well with yesterday's RSB class--I only have a few aches and pains. I'm a little tired--but I also seem to be a bit clearer and have spurts of energy.

I got up late--and went to the BBQ place for lunch (fries, garlic bread, and pork loin slices). I went to the sports store in the mall--they are having a going-out-of-business sale. I picked up some hand wraps--and a pair of hand wrap gloves. The store has an enormous amount of sports gear--their inventory must be huge (and costly).

I intended to go to the gym today--but a late start and my lethargy made that not happen. I'll look into going tomorrow--if there's no dance class in EDH. The instructor said she intends to get restarted--but she didn't specifically mention Wednesday (she talked more about Thursday and Saturday).

I stopped by the bookstore--picked up the SF periodicals (Asimov, Analog, and F&SF). There are some strange people who hang out at B&N near the magazine racks--I had to ignore one loud-talking guy who was asking one of the other people about LGBT. One guy said (tongue in cheek) that he thought it had something to do with banking--L was for liens, G was for garnishment, and so on. He knew full well that it did not--but he was jerking the loud-talking guy around.

They never have enough clerks working the checkouts at B&N--there was one clerk and a line of people, several of whom had questions about what they were buying or whatever. I came home and napped for a short spell--and then went to SB's (for their new chocolate brownie trifle) and stopped by the grocery store for a few items. The trifle is heavenly--and really decadent! Yummy--tummy!

2271

Like always--reality is much different from what I imagine things will be. Went to my first RSB session this morning (got there without getting lost this time)--and I made it thru with positive aftereffects. There were ten us in the class--all men about my age or older and all of us have been diagnosed as having PD. Symptoms range from almost none--to really obvious tremors and motion problems.

The class was tough--but I did well for most of the activities. I surprised myself in a few events--I could do some tasks much better than I had anticipated. The biggest surprise--that I could do most everything with a lot of intensity and power.

I'll definitely be doing another RSB class this week--and will soon add a 3rd class to the schedule. It's a lot of time--but I believe that it will be worth the effort. A set of RSB classes will mesh well with dance classes--will prevent a "hole" in the regime like the one that happened last week.

I came home and slept for a few hours--I was tired but feeling mellow.

Dance class on Wednesday--perhaps? Up to the healing deities--if they fast track the recovery of the instructor's husband. Hope so--for everyone's sake.

2273-2272

I was zonked last night--and didn't post. Not sure, now, what yesterday was like--I just recall being tired and weary. Today was another story--sort of.

The head of RSB and I finally determined that we would meet at 10 this morning--for the assessment. I was a bit late getting started--and I was also a bit anxious about the whole RBS thing. I took a different route from my first visit--and got totally lost. My executive function was not in place--and I got more and more lost as I tried to find my way back.

Finally I had to call RSB and let them know I was lost--and thinking stupid. A suggestion was made to use the GPS on my phone--which I have never really used. Using GPS turned it all around--and it got me there, late but there.

I was zonked by the time I arrived--but I went through the assessment with no problems. I grabbed some food the way home--and fell dead asleep when I got back.

I'm set for a RSB session in the morning--11am. I just need to leave no later than 10am so I can get there without problems. If I leave about 9am I should be able to grab some food on the way--which is important for me to do before heading into class. That was part of the problem this morning--I only had an apple and some tapioca pudding before heading out.

I'm hoping to get settled into the RSB program--before dance classes restart in earnest. And to do so by getting up to three RSB classes a week--which right now seems like a lot to handle. I have to work out a regime for the classes--and everything else (sleep, eating, life stuff, and so on). I feel a bit fragmented and disjoint right now--as if it all is happening at once instead of being spread out like it actually is.

2274

It's been a week since I've done any dancing--classes aborted by vacations and accidents. I've started the process of taking classes with RSB group--but that'll take a little time to get underway. Meanwhile, I feel like I'm falling backward--not moving enough. I need to--no, must get to the gym. Can push off a bit of the malaise--push it out and replace it with some movement.

This layoff from dancing underscores just how important it has been--not doing it leaves me de-energized and tweaky. I feel lost, tired, antsy, and all sort of sensations--my mind is frantic and filled with anxious thoughts.

Dreamt last night a vivid dream--about working with a group of people on a technology gadget. It involved the creation of a device that could wirelessly handle a task--one that required a lot of manual intervention using the older technologies. We were celebrating the successful tests on the device--and we were at a cafe eating dinner. I had to go to the toilet--and I got lost in a maze of corridors. I finally came to an exit door--and I pushed it open and stepped into an alley. The place was filthy--others had used the area for relief and the ground was covered with human waste. There was a beefy guy standing off to the side--smoking a cigarette. I remarked on how filthy the place was--he grunted and took a puff of his cigarette. I awoke about then--feeling strange from the atmosphere of the dream.

It's almost dinner time--I had a big lunch (and a Frap and pastry later). I'm not all that hungry--but I feel compelled to eat something (probably will do an apple and pudding).

My ex stopped by and took off with our daughter's family for a swim (and perhaps more)--which tweaked MD when she awoke from a lengthy nap and found them come and gone. They should be getting back soon--and will have to deal with MD's feelings of being abandoned. Time marches on--and it does not!

2275

I printed the registration forms for the RSB (Rock Solid Boxing) classes--they are not all that intimidating. They are pro forma documents for a small business--required legal documents. I also sent the coordinator a set of class times--that I'd integrated with my dance activities. I looking at starting with two classes a week--and expanding to three classes after I get some sessions under my belt.

It was clear from yesterday's class--that it is not easy. It's a tough 1.5 hour workout--and will be more chaotic than last night's sampler. There were only two boxers last night--and two observers plus a caregiver. Five people in a small space--the filled classes have to be jammed when they get together.

A part of me wants to say thanks but no thanks--and not put myself into what I imagine will be a difficult environment. Another part of me is hopeful that I can stick with the program--and get some benefit from the activities. Benefits like less symptoms--and more able to be in life and more dancing.

The location is a minus--it's the most distant of any place I now go to for classes. Rescue is about the same distance as RSB--but with a lot less traffic. The classes are midday--which helps with the RT's a bit.

No dance class today--she hopes to get back on schedule next week. But that may be wishful thinking on her part--her mate is really banged up from the fall. And he has several surgeries scheduled--plus months of rehabilitation.

Hopefully, they started his surgeries today--he has been going through a horrible set of delays. People came in with more severe injuries--and he got pushed down the triage list.

Tomorrow I'll go to the Sport's Authority--and check out the boxing gear. I have to purchase a few items--hand wraps, light gloves (?), some gym shoes (?), and whatever. We shall see--said the blind man!

2276

Went to No Excuses Training today--got a sample of Rock Steady Boxing. The place is up in Roseville--about a 30 minute drive each way. Classes are about 1.5 hours--so it's not too out of the way as a tradeoff against travel time. It's a fairly direct route--except near the end where the streets become convoluted because of RR tracks and other obstacles.

The program is tough--no excuses please! It's a combination of stretches, gait work, voice loudness, speed bag, ducky and weave, heavy bag, rowing, weights, and more--all poured into about 1.5 hours at a high pace. I can see the benefits of doing 2 to 3 sessions per week--cost is not out of sight ($125/month with up to 5 classes a week) plus some initial gear costs.

I could make it to 2 classes a week--without shrinking my dancing too badly. I'll have sleep on it--and decide tomorrow what feels right. Have not yet heard from EDH dance instructor--regarding a class up in Rescue tomorrow. I wouldn't think she'd be up for a class--she'll be dealing with a lot of other stuff with the surgeries and such.

I didn't eat much of anything this morning--or afternoon. Came back from RSB session very hungry--stopped and did a MacMeal. A bit late for dinner--but I thought I'd better down something.

Hillary did it--and so did Trump, sort of. We shall see--we shall see, unfortunately!

2277

Massage today--and I was really tired afterward but have been on an upswing after napping. Massage was good though--I can feel the tight energies leaving.

Haven't heard from dance instructor regarding class tomorrow--she's probably going to be there and is just late getting out a message. I didn't get to the gym today--just wanted to sleep after the massage session. I've been fortunate to find SMcD--she has a wonderful understanding of how to help direct the body's healing energies.

If there's no class tomorrow--I'll definitely need to get to the gym.

While I was being worked on--I recapped my background and history for her. She was appreciative of all the twists and turns that I've undergone--and suggested that I might consider doing a biography.

I've started taking the vitamin D3--and it's probably too early to identify any changes. But I seem to notice a sense of clarity that's settled around me--a feeling of being much clearer.  Will just keep taking the vitamin--and see what happens.

2278

The EDH line dancing instructor's husband had an awful accident--he fell 15 to 20 feet while repairing his deck and nearly broke every bone in his body. He broke his leg, his hip, knocked the hip out of the joint, hurt his neck and his spine, broke ribs and scapula, did some internal injuries--and I'm sure they'll find more. To top it off, he wasn't discovered for about 1.5 hours--so he had to lay there waiting for someone to look for him and get him help.

She found him when she got home from church--and called 911 and got him to a hospital.

I did a much less intense medical thing today--I got a wellness check with my PCP. All seems fine--I only have to take a daily D3 vitamin since my D and calcium levels are low. I used to take a D3 tablet once a day--I'm not sure when I stopped and if stopping had any effects. Now I get to see if taking a tablet each day has any effects--hopefully good ones.

I see the Trager massage person tomorrow--looking forward to a treatment. Not sure what will happen with dance classes--because of the accident. May have to up my gym times--possibly look into doing some of the boxing exercises. Except for my outing to the PCP today--I slept a lot and ate a fair amount of food.

Wishing O (the instructor's husband) a lot of healing energies--and prayers for his speedy recovery!

2279

Printed list of words for MD--and had a Turkey BLTA sandwich for lunch/brunch. Also had a Frap--which should trigger some reward stars.

I'll see my PCP tomorrow--and do a wellness check in along with a discussion of my blood panel results.

I didn't go to the gym today--I was slow getting started today and just didn't feel like doing the gym. Also, I was bit kinked up from yesterday's dancing--will try and do some exercise tomorrow, after I see the PCP.

Tomorrow is double reward star day for SBs--and should be seeing more stars for various promotion activities that've been working through the site over the past few days.

Getting late--and am slowing down. Up in the morning--out with the sun.

2280

Cooler today--and dance at Rescue went well. I felt good dancing--and after dancing, although I was sleepy when I got back home. The instructor prompted me to come on Monday evenings--I'll the to see how that would work. It's a short 1.5 hour class--with little teaching, just dancing. And it's a long way up to Rescue and back--and it would be getting dark on the way back. Will let it cook--and see if I can make it work. That would put dancing on Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sat--and could do something on Fri as well. Although any Friday jaunts would be fairly long trips--one to SAC and the other to SS. Like the blind man--we shall see. It's just the month of June--and then I can return to my old, regular routine.

B&G sent me a "starfish" story--that is a rewrite of a Loren Eiseley story and book. Eiseley's story and book prompted me to latch onto the ID Starthrower--and was also part of the reason I've used Laranstar as well.

Eiseley is a consummate nature observer and writer--and his works are wonderful.

I'm screening a Netflix series called Life--about a policeman who gets sent to prison for something he didn't do. He is released and given his old job back--but everything he does is influenced by his time spent in prison. He gained a different way of seeing people and things--which now impact how he carries out his job/life. It's a clever idea--and is well done within the limits of what can be done with basically a detective storyline.

2281

100+ degrees--and staying warm. Made it to the gym--and extended my time on the treadmill. I figure that I need to stay on the treadmill for 30 minutes--that should keep my FitBit step count up on non-dance days. I actually should be walking or doing the treadmill every day--even on dance days. I think that's the only way I can keep my mobility--on the treadmill, walking and dancing.

I felt reasonably well today--after dancing for 2.5 hours yesterday. Have a break today--and will do another dance session tomorrow.

I've not eaten enough today so far--will remedy that somewhat with dinner. I'm waiting for my ex to drop in--and take MD to dinner. MD's caregiver was here today--and MD is happy to have her return. MD was getting antsy with her caregiver gone--MD depends on the caregiver for doing a bunch of ritualistic activities each week.

I think I dreamt last night about being at a festival--I was with a bunch of friends and we were walking down a midway filled with people. I don't recall any details now--but I think we were enjoying the music, lights, and festivities. I believe that we joined a group of dancers--and danced the dances they were demonstrating. It was a light, bright dream--filled with happy vibes.

I just realized that today is Friday--and that there's a Friday night dance at the Ballroom in SAC. I don't feel like making the jaunt to there tonight--but I will check it out at some point. There are several people in the EDH class--that go there on Friday nights. I understand they do a range of dances--both line and couples.

2282

Barely made it to dance class today--awoke late and almost talked myself out of going. But I went anyway--and, like always, I felt better after dancing for a couple of hours. There were only a handful of people that showed up--so we had an almost private session. The class was up at the Rescue site--which takes about 30 minutes to get there. Now that I've done it a few times--it doesn't seem too long of a trek.

MD got me out of bed last night--she was cold. I cranked the AC down--and it was muggy and warm for a while. Tonight it's about the same--94 or so right now (at 9pm) with 100+ forecast for the next two days.

For some reason, I thought I had a massage session tomorrow--but it's not until next Tuesday. I see the PCP on Monday--and do massage on Tuesday.

I feel like time and events are mushing together--getting mixed and confused. MD is watching something that has a soprano singing--muffled through the closed doors it sounds like screeching. It reminded me of the awful singing by some artist on the SB ambient music channel--it's the dullest music and lyrics I think I've ever heard. The singer drones through a mishmash of lyrics--with an instrumental background that is dirge-like, at best. I'll have to check on who it is--to make sure I never buy any of the cuts.

2283

June moon soon blooms--along with the longest day of the year. Hot again today--although it wasn't too bad at dance class. They had the AC going--along with an array of fans. I did a double caffeine before class--a Frap and a V8 Fusion. They seemed to mellow out the class--although I was tired and struggling a bit to keep moving well. Ate a fair amount today--sandwiches and yogurt. Feeling logy and warm right now--eyelids want to droop.

BS at dance class mentioned that she was born and raised in SF--she lived in the Haight. There some possibility that our paths may have crossed--not directly but obliquely. The thoughts of that sent me into a reverie of that time--and what I did during my time there. It was nearly 60 years ago--so much water under the bridge. How did I survive all of those early years--how did I make it through all of my years? How did I manage--and what drove me to do what I've done?

I've had no plans--only a collection of people and events that I've let direct my actions. I really never planned anything--I just let circumstance direct my thoughts and activities. Waiting for Godot--I just keep waiting for Godot. My paths have crossed so many other's paths--but with nothing to show that we have touched or been near each other. Ships in the night--chips in the light. Winter in the blight--autumn in the sight.

Three days without dancing were difficult to navigate--and two days of dancing, one day off, and dancing the third day is also difficult. The gym visit was both helpful and not so helpful--but I only did a single day. Had to recoup the day after--just need to keep it up and not have any down days. Keep on moving--and see what it does, one way or the other. Need to keep at it until I get back to the regular schedule--which will no happen until July, a month away. So be it--keep on moving, keep on grooving!