2223

R&R day--just slogging about! It was cooler today--still in the upper 90s but it's way better than the upper 100s. I did a host of shopping--gathering up the few staples that I buy over and over. And I did my laundry--the same clothes over and over. Yes, the emphasis is on the repetition--of everything being done over and over.

Can't feel settled into the new SBs--it's not designed for comfort. Three major flows in such a place--drive up order, order online, and walk in and order. Note all three involve placing an order--and of course paying for each one.

Have an RSB session at 11:30am in the morning--a one time change from doing a 9:30 start time. The regular coach is at a seminar--so the owner/coach is doing a fill in.

2224

Went to Rescue today--and danced for 2+ hours. It felt good--and although I didn't do a double dose of caffeine, I did some and it was noticeable. On the way home I stopped and drank a Frap--which brought my caffeine levels up to steady. I'm starting to fade after a big dinner--but I feel better than I usually do.

Tomorrow, I'll double dose just to see what happens--since I have no RSB or dance sessions. I have printed out MD's word list--and will make copies for her tomorrow. Grocery shopping and laundry--only major items on my to-do list.

The man who's been coming to dance class--who has PD came and danced today. He stuck it out for the whole 2 hours--even though he had to stumble through most of the dances. It's courageous of him to make himself vulnerable in that way--but he does it anyway since he now knows that there are options for him that may give him more mobility. I noticed at one point--that he was moving to the music, the rhythm of the music was driving his movements. Good for him--good for him!

The movie service is having trouble tonight--keep getting a notice that they are working on the problem. Time to do my dental regime--hopefully they'll have everything back online by the time I finish.

2225

Did dance class today--and prefaced going by making sure I had downed some caffeine. It worked--a good dose of stimulant took the wrinkles out of the class. I was clear and mobile throughout--will replicate tomorrow and verify the results. All it takes is a V8 Fusion and a SB drink--about two cups of coffee but no coffee after effects.

Dancing tomorrow up in Rescue--weather is slightly cooler so it should be fine since they have AC.

I awoke early this morning--and I didn't get a nap after class. So, I'm a bit groggy right now--despite the caffeine I've had today. I'm also somewhat creaky and stiff from yesterday's activities--RSB and dancing.

So, will wrap things up early tonight--dreaming lost of dreams.

2226

HRC accepts nomination--and gives a major speech that sets her apart from DT in every way. She was powerful--she was awesome.

I did both an RSB session and a dance class today--and I was a rag when it was over. I failed to take some caffeine before dance class--and it showed. I was fuzzy and dull during dance class--instead of being clear and engaged. I noticed the omission on the way home--and drank a V8 Fusion when I got back. That clearly made a difference in my energy levels--RSB had been strenuous and I needed the boost in order to handle the dancing. I'll get it right--when I go to dance class tomorrow.

Still a set of really hot days--100+ temperatures are getting boring.

I slept a solid 8 hours last night--first time in a while.

Feeling stronger and seem to have better stamina--credit to the RSB classes. Today we did a set of TRX exercises--where everything is done with a harness and my own weight. The workout is substantial--the RSB coaches are certified TRX instructors. I'll have to see how stiff/sore I am from the session--I know that I was aware that I had done something that was new to some muscle groups.

The  local SB's has relocated--it's slightly bigger than the old space. There were several regulars from the old place there this morning--plus some new faces. I look forward to walking to the place--once the weather cools down (if that ever happens).

2227

Obama rules--his speech tonight was deep and heartfelt. He spoke in support of HRC--and her historical feat of getting the DNC's presidential nomination. His most insightful remark--that there has never been anyone so prepared to step into the role as is HRC. No one--including himself and her husband, WJC. No offense to WJC--it's just the plain truth.

The nominated VP, Kaine, gave his acceptance speech--he came across as a regular guy who has dedicated himself to public service. He seems like a good choice for her running mate--and he gets to be the Trump prod of the two. Although Obama got pretty sharp--in his few comments on Trump.

Went to dance class today--and it helped smooth out the kinks I was feeling from yesterday's RSB session. Tomorrow, I do both--RSB in the morning and dance in the afternoon.

Temperature appears to have hit 108 or more today--with the same or worse set for tomorrow and beyond.

I think that the new SB's will be opening in the morrow--will check it out and see want it's like. I need to be up and out by 8:30--so I can grab some breakfast on the way and get to class on time. I awoke around 5 this morning--and didn't really get back to sleep.

2229-2228

Went to PD support group yesterday--and came back and went to sleep for several hours. I was feeling very tired for some reason--the meeting was good with several new people in attendance. The group's humor is pronounced--lots of laughter and lots of information.

Went to RSB session today--and came back and slept for several hours. I went out around 3pm for a Frap--and that kept me awake through the evening. I just watched Bill Clinton's speech at the DNC--he made the case for Hillary being a person who has done a lot with her life. That she is clearly qualified to be the CIC for the nation--on all fronts, here and abroad.

Tomorrow I'll be heading up to EDH for a dance session--and then a RSB and dance class on Thursday. The temperature is forecast to be over 105+ for several days--thank goodness for AC in most places.

I felt good after today's RSB session--despite being tired. It's a workout--but one my body needs. Building up stamina and core strength--dancing helping with cognitive and movement issues.

2230

Had an elaborate dream last night--some form of detective story where I was solving a case. The most memorable section of the dream involved me traversing three landscapes. The first one was an alley way--it was dark and there were dim figures off to each side that noted my movements as I travelled the length of the passageway. It felt like I was being pursued--but there never was anyone behind me.

Eventually, I made it to the end of the alley way--it opened onto a vast field. There were waist high swatches of flowers--they covered the landscape out to the horizon. I started walking through the fields--I looked back and noticed that I was leaving a clearly marked trail of where I had been and where I was going. I walked for hours through the fields--and eventually came to a small village.

There were people in the village and they didn't seem surprised at my arrival--in fact most of them pointed me down a street through the village that led to the sea. The harbor was filled with colorful boats--the sun was bright and sparkling. It was a friendly, peaceful scene--and I awoke.

It's been a warm, muggy day--the temperature is high, as predicted. MD just asked me to give her a hand putting fresh linens on her bed--of course, she has a particular routine to do this task. Her caregiver is on vacation and would normally do this activity--so I learned a few things about how she likes to make her bed. For example, using big safety pins to anchor the corners--which looks like overkill since the fitted sheet is just that, fitted.

Have a PD support group meeting in the morrow--and will do RSB on Tuesday. Will do laundry tonight--and shave and shower tonight as well. I napped this afternoon--after grabbing a Frap and a pastry for lunch. Will pop out and get some food for dinner--need some protein.

2231

Did the dance class in Rescue today--I had a difficult time deciding to go but I eventually went. And it was better to have gone--than to have. The session lasted almost 3 hours--there was a lot of meeting and greeting that took place today.

I grabbed a Frap and a breakfast cup on the way to class--and picked up a tea and a sandwich on the way back. That's a lot of food compared to what I normally consume--but I feel like I need to stoke up on a goodly amount of calories given the amount of time I'm spending on activities. It's almost dinner time--and I plan to scale back versus the rest of the day's consumptions.

The couple from Wednesday's class came to today's session--he's the one with PD. Our discussions about the illness has prompted him to do more activities--like the dancing and RSB. He stuck it out today--the first time he's attempted to push his limits.

My regular SBs is moving closer next week--they will be closed for three days as they make the transition. The new place is much bigger--and is not next to a school. The new place is close enough that I can walk there and back--maybe I can hit my FitBit daily target of 10,000 steps, especially on the days I'm dancing and boxing. Of course, I'll have to accommodate hot days like today--the forecast is 104+.

Tomorrow is an R&R day--nothing on the agenda.

2232

Just watched a movie, The In-Laws, that was cute--about a wedding where everything goes wrong when the long lost father of the groom appears. It's a piece of fluff--with no major messages, just a fun romp through a set of derailments that take place.

Danced today--had to struggle some since I felt like lead. Stopped afterward for a Frap--and things got better. Dinner was good--and I was feeling much better then.

Trump did it--he got himself nominated. Hillary is going to have to shift the game a lot--to accommodate the new image that Trump's team is promoting. They've focused on his roles as a parent, a business person, and a checklist of key attributes that balance out his demonstrable wackiness and missing skills. Hillary's team has to be brainstorming what they need to adjust--in order to parry this shifting of Trump's message.

Fortunately, for the DNC, he didn't let himself be dialed back--and he took the juice out of the clever and sharp speeches by his son, daughter, and a longtime business partner who has been with him for 40 years. They had elevated the discussion around his nomination--he shoved it back down to lower levels where finger-pointing and innuendo were the norm. He had a chance to really look presidential given the space created by the three introductions--instead, he pulled on the cloak of the demagogue and proceeded to do what he does best (blather and blast).  

Dance class up in Rescue tomorrow--planning on attending. There is a dance workshop in Lincoln tomorrow--but I'll have to pass on that.

Scary heat forecast for the coming week--100+ for several days in a row. Hottest is expected to be over 110--smoke and fires already happening. Could get worse--as the heat goes up.

2233

Trump did it--not sure why or how but he made it. His campaign got more sophisticated as the convention became a reality--and they cleverly disguised him with tributes from his friends and children. Hillary may be in trouble--the image makers went to work on him and his presentation and they succeeded in turning him around. Not without faux pas--but they muddled through and made it all work. The DNC and Hillary have a tough task in front of them--they can't play by the same old rules. They are going to have to come up with something new--and innovative.

I did a double today--RSB in the morning and a dance class in the afternoon. I managed to get a short nap between the two events--but I was logy and a bit clumsy during dancing. The morning session was tough--but it felt good afterward.

Have a dance class tomorrow--and am noticing that I want to put more attention on the dances. I want  to do them well--even if I can't do some of them. The ones I can do--I want to dance them fully. That means I'm going to have to study them more closely--not just keep showing up and muddling through. I credit the RSB sessions with this shift in my attitude--I feel stronger and more clear.

The RSB work is improving my stamina and cognitive skills--I can use that improvement to do better dancing.

Heat, heat, heat--going to be hotter over the next few days. The forecast is for 109 next Wednesday--that's hotter than hot.

2234

Went to dance class today in EDH--I felt like not going but I did and it was better than napping the day away. I felt pretty good today--residuals from yesterday's massage. Last night I felt really clear--definitely from the Trager work.

I listened to all of Trump's son's speech at the GOP convention--he's good and almost made me feel like his father is not as weird as he seems to be. Having the family stand up for "dad" was a good move on his campaign's part--maybe the first such thoughtful action on their part. Hillary is going to have a tough time playing against those images and words--Trump's team seems to have finally scored on their handling of his off-the-wall tactics. And managed to shut him down quite a bit--making him look more presidential.

I have a double billing tomorrow--RSB in the morning and dance class in the afternoon. Looking forward to the RSB sessions--in some ways more than dancing (although the two together are good for me overall).

Heat is returning--going to be warm over the next few days or so. Weather in the 100s--it is July so I guess it's expected. Onward and onward--so goes the flow.

2235

Coasting through the day--nothing on tap except a Trager session in the late afternoon. Spent a bit of time surfing the GOP convention news--the whole things seems chaotic and jumbled. Trump keeps trumping himself with unexpected activities--like him stepping on the conventions announced speakers with his FOX interview. And all the rest--there are many stories that are underscoring these strays from the format.

There is little or no discussion of issues--and what the GOP plans for the future. Everyone is too busy strafing and bombing the opponents' characters--using oft-repeated memes and misquotes. It's unfortunate this expensive and really non-productive behavior will continue until the election is held--and will no doubt continue beyond that point, ad nauseam.

Daughter returned from her holiday--they took a cruise ship and enjoyed the food and entertainment. BH is no doubt happy to see her return--he was the baby caregiver for the 5 days and is probably ready to get back to work.

I'm logy and lethargic today--I went out to run some errands but came back ready for a nap. I'm looking forward to the table time with the massage--tomorrow is dance class in EDH.

2237-2236

Went to SS dance on Sunday--and had a good time despite my prior thoughts about skipping the event. I danced most of the dances--and could do most of the steps and movements. Did my laundry last night--and watched a strange film called Rebirth. It was a dramatization of what it might be like inside a cult-based process--like any of the new age versions that jumped up in the late 60s or early 70s. The writers borrowed liberally from techniques and scripts of widely known groups--such as est, Scientology, and more up-to-date variations. It was a freaky film--with elements that leave the viewer feeling not to sure of what is real and what is not.

Did a RSB session this morning--had to get up early to make this class. Felt really good after the class--my stamina is increasing and my core is getting stronger. I ate breakfast on the way to the class--and grabbed some lunch afterward. I then napped for a while--and went out for a Frap. Came back and napped some more--and awoke in time for my dental hygiene appointment. New hygienist--but what's new? They've all been new--almost never the same person twice in a row.

Tomorrow is an R&R day--just a Trager session late in the afternoon. For some reason--I just feel like sleeping. That's despite the two caffeinated drinks I had today--one that I had this afternoon and then fell asleep right afterward.

I need to spend some time tomorrow getting things in order--whatever that may mean for now! I'm feeling the need to step back--assess where I am and where I seem to be going. So be it--let it be!

2238

Day of R&R--was good. I slept in this morning--and took it easy all the rest of the day. I was smart to not try and make it to the dance class in Rescue--I got home late last night and slept somewhat raggedly last night.

My daughter's fiancé put a drill through his finger--the drill slipped and kicked back injuring his hand. He had to go and have it taken care of--they cleaned the puncture and put the finger in a splint. Fortunately, the drill didn't hit a bone or joint--it was a clean puncture in the fleshy part of the finger.

I'm still debating whether I'm going to SS tomorrow--I may have to keep doing R&R. The dance will take up the entire afternoon--1 to 5 at the minimum. If I do go, I need to take my caffeine doses--I was late getting to SB's today and I noticed that I was late getting some caffeine. I also tried a different drink--a coffee based concoction which had noticeable physical reactions. Have to stick with green teas and V8 Fusions--coffee is just not the same for some reason.

Printed MD's word list for the week--too bad she won't learn to use a computer or such so she could explore things online instead of only on the printed page.

Warm tonight--muggy and stuffy.

2239

Long and busy day--went to early afternoon dance class and went to dance social in the evening. Just got home from the dance social--I was a bit just coasting through today's activities. No dance or other classes tomorrow--so can do some R&R. Will go to dance in SS on Sunday--the daze are mushing together and the multiple activities are coming/going almost faster than they happen.

The RSB classes (only two per week now) are much more demanding than the dance classes--I can coast more in the dance classes. The RSB demands more focus--and much more effort. Adding a 3rd RSB class is going to up the ante--I've left a slot on Tuesday mornings for the add. I can probably continue with the Trager work on Tuesday afternoons--if they remain in the late afternoon which provides some down time between the two.

It's late--and I'm feeling ready to go horizontal. I'm a little awake--I drank a V8 Fusion before the social. I feel that it does flatten out the PD symptoms. And the V8 and green tea lattes--are better sources of caffeine versus drinking anything with coffee. Will keep experimenting with this additive--along with my vitamins and such.

2241-2240

Tuesday night I dreamt that I was in an apartment--the place is one that often appears in my dreams. In this place (or some variation thereof)--I'm often trying to make sure that all the doors/windows are locked. I'm usually finding all kinds of access points--all of which can be left unlocked.

In this version of the dream, there was someone about to walk into the room--I yelled a warning and threw a punch that hit the guy in the face. It was a solid punch and I connected--with my night table. I punched out my night table--fortunately, I didn't damage my hand. As I threw the punch--I yelled out loud a warning that someone was trying to get into the room. At that point, I awoke--and thought about the RSB class and the punching work we had done in the last session.

Today, I did an RSB class in the morning--and a dance class in the afternoon. This double billing was a test--to see if I could do both in the same day. The RSB session was tough--and I was zonked when it was over. I had eaten a breakfast sandwich and a latte before class--I stopped and got a power fruit smoothie on the way home. When I got home, it was about 1pm--and I napped for an hour. Got up at 2pm and had a V8 Fusion--and went to dance class. The dance class went really well--no noticeable repercussions from the morning class. Good news--and I'm still coasting from today's activities. The V8 drink with the caffeine boost--is absolutely necessary along with the latte (and perhaps the power smoothie).

I had high protein flatbread sandwich for dinner--which made for quite a lot of food for the day.

Tomorrow, there's a dance class in the early afternoon--and a dance social in the evening. The evening dance is in a place very near the RSB location--it's the VFW hall with the good floor. I'm planning on doing both--there's time between the two for a good nap, if needed.

2242

Had an R&R day--lots of sleep, food, and haircut. Got a really short trim--shortest ever, I believe. The next level is to have my head shaved--and polished. The barber remarked on my big ears--she said it meant I would live a long time. I hope she didn't get me confused with an elephant--the one with the really big ears.

Dance starts tomorrow--then continues on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. With RSB--that will make for a full schedule.

I had an odd memory activity today--I recalled three couples that I once knew in the Bay Area. I could remember their faces--but not their names. I spent a large block of time bringing up their images--and after quite a while I brought up their names. It took some effort--but I did recover their full names. Good to know that I can still remember more that just faces--but not without some difficulty.

I'm a bit sore today--probably from the RSB session yesterday. Taking time off from exercising today--gave my system some time to restore and recoup.

The political conventions begin next Sunday--and run for two weeks. Guess that means an increase in hot air--and hopefully not a lot of chaos. But idiot power will probably reign--and create some contention at each convention.

2243

Made it to earlier RSB session--had to get up earlier than usual. Biggest effect was that after class and lunch--I had to collapse and sleep. Class itself went quickly and smoothly--nothing to report of any consequence from the session. I feel like I'm getting stronger--and that my endurance is better. Will see how all this plays out as the week progresses--and the dance classes resume.

Odd event--the RSB coach (Renata) asked us to name the first car we ever owned. Of the six people in the class--three of us had a Nash as our first car. Strange but true--the one woman in the group asked "what was a Nash?"

There have been some odd results when we are asked about something from the past--like our first car or first job. For the latter--I recalled that my first real job was as a "squidge" in a cotton company. No one had a clue what that was--and that job no longer exists (replaced by technology).

Finished watching a video series, Aquarius, starring the X-Files guy--series of 13 episodes was not very interesting or coherent. The bulk of the action was focused on a hypothetical recreation of how C. Manson came to be--without any completion or resolution. I suspect the show was axed--and it had an assortment of oddball sponsors (no big name of any kind).

R&R day tomorrow--no classes or activities of any kind on the docket. Weather has been cooler--but that's supposed to change as the week goes by.

The RSB coach indicated that while doing the program we should make sure we get enough protein--so I'll focus on that tomorrow.

2244

No issue with light glare--or feeling wobbly today. Slept a lot--and didn't do much else. Had lunch at the Indian buffet--lamb dish was tasty. Did laundry--small load since I've not been wearing heavy clothes because of the heat.

Did not move a lot over the past three days--and it feels like it. Tomorrow have an RSB session--which should smooth out some of the kinks. It starts early in the morning--which means I need to leave around 8am. The early rising will work out for the best--as time and dance classes unfold.

Will check for light glare issues when I awake--I think it has something to do with what I'm eating/drinking (or what I'm not). I'm feeling that it has to do with protein--either not enough, or not the right mix, or too much of the wrong kind.

Craving lemonade--or something similar (wet, cold, sweet, refreshing). It's still fairly early--the household awaits the appearance of my ex and her SO. They are supposed to come by (late)--to retrieve their puppy. My daughter's dogs will be happy to see him gone--the monster clumsy beast kept them off center over his long weekend visit.

2245

Didn't make it to dance class today--had a strange physical symptom episode when I went out to get some breakfast. When I left the house--I was having problems with the reflected glare off of everything. I had on sunglasses--but the glasses just made the glare turn dark. I still couldn't see anything clearly--I was having to struggle to focus and see objects.

When I got to SB's parking lot--there were some EMT vehicles in the parking lot. There was someone in the coffee shop having problems--that required some help from the EMTs. I was still having problems seeing clearly--but I went inside thinking that I would get some relief from the glare. When I stepped inside--the darkness got worse and I was feeling like I was going to collapse. Somehow, based on ritual transactions with the barista--I managed to place an order and pay for it.

I made my way to a table--and slowly, over a muffin and latte, I managed to get back to seeing properly. I decided to go home--and skip dance class. I just wanted to climb back in bed--which is what I did do. I napped for a while and then went out--to do some errands and pick up some lunch. I did those things--without any replays of the morning episodes. I extracted and printed MD's weekly word list--and picked up stuff at Raley's and a sandwich from RIM's which I ate half of when I got home and had the other half for dinner.

I've encountered this glare-vision problem several times over the past few months--but today's event was longer and more difficult to get through than ever before. Tomorrow have nothing of consequence planned--will observe how I do in the morning and see if I can get a bead on what is happening.

2248-2246

Missed a couple of daze with posts--got lost in the RSB sessions and dancing in EDH. Plus today helped BH get a load of lumber at Lowes--and hauled it in my truck. It was a bunch of 12 foot 2x4s--that stuck out over 5 feet past the tailgate. He's putting in more raised beds--the garden keeps on growing.

I felt good after this week's RSB sessions--I feel stronger and increased stamina. Have a dance class tomorrow up in Rescue--should be fun and a good time.

Getting late--I'm going to haul it in.

2249

Busy day--kept at it from morning until now. Got up around 8am--and went for breakfast about 8:30. After breakfast--went to Roseville and RSB site. At 10am we were doing warmups--and after that we began the bag/glove work. I got totally tired doing the punching activities--but I made it through. After cool down, I pulled myself together--and went looking for lunch. Had a pizza lunch at Cool River Pizza--couple slices of a selected combo and a drink.

Went to the Roseville community center--and joined the group gathering for the PD support session. About 50 people attended--and there was a guest speaker who is a massage therapist. After the group meeting--went to SBs for a Frap. Then went to healing center--and had a wonderful massage.

Got home at about dinner time--had an apple, cheese stick, prunes, and a drink. Have not had a nap today--although I was on the massage table for about 1.5 hours.

I feel good--given what I did today. Dance class tomorrow at EDH senior center--should be nice. I'm getting into a rhythm with all of the physical activities--and today was a good test of how I can handle multiple activities on the same day. I'll keep getting stronger doing the RSB--have to add a 3rd class once dancing is back in full swing.

Got a call last night from my ex--one of her closest friends (and someone I know) passed away. Sadness--and thoughts about what a hell it is to grow old and have so many of the people you've known pass on. It happens to everyone--but that doesn't make it any less palatable.

2250

Waiting for the big booms--there are a few random noises of early explosions but nothing like it will be tonight. The fireworks' stands are getting some activity--but as I noted yesterday there are a plethora of vendors.

I just wanted to roll over and sleep this morning--I went out for a latte and came back and napped out. Awakening now for a 2nd time--I'll soon head out for my afternoon Frap (special price and extra reward stars).

I'm not going to make it to the gym today--it's only going to be open for another 45 minutes. I'll make it up tomorrow--with RSB, lunch on the road, PD support group, and a massage. I get sleepy just thinking about it--need to prep and set up for tomorrow today. I'll need to be up and out in the morrow by around 8:30--won't get back until around 6pm.

I had dreams last night--I believe they were about being at several weddings. If I remember correctly--I was at several wedding receptions with lots of movement and activity. There was some dancing--and I was line dancing with several people who knew the dances. The dreams were a mishmash of real events--and scenes from the Netflix series that I just watched (Marcella).

But it's Frap time--time to get up and out again. Big booms on their way--into the early hours of the daze.

2251

The day before the big bang--the big bang comes tomorrow night (except for those who can't wait).

Didn't do much today--made it to the gym and did my laundry. My gym activity was the longest I've done since I've been going there--I was on the treadmill for over 10 minutes. I may go tomorrow--but it will have to be before 2pm. They are shutting down the place--since tomorrow is a holiday.

I tossed my bed--flipped the mattress, changed the sheets, and washed the pillow cases.

I felt good after my trip to the gym--but now feel logy and tired.

Pause--while I check the dryer and a remove any items that are dry.

Back--and some were dry and some were not.

I don't think I ate enough today--had a breakfast sandwich, a latte, a piece of banana nut bread, a Frap, apple, watermelon, prunes, piece of cake (small). Not a lot of protein--intended to go to the Indian cafe but did not make it. May try it tomorrow--that will build up my reserves for Tuesday's multiple activities (RSB, PD Roseville meeting, and a massage.

Pause again--to finish up the laundry. All for tonight--and then it will be the 4th!

2252

Dance today up in Rescue--goodly crowd even though it was a Saturday. I felt good while dancing--and had a goodly time of it. I came home and slept though--I was tired and just wanted to collapse. We only danced for a couple of hours--but it took at least another hour or so to get there and back. Plus I had breakfast on the way--and a Frap on the way back. It just dawned on me that I really didn't eat that much today--a piece of banana nut bread, a latte, a Frap, some watermelon, a string of cheese,  an apple, some prunes, and water. Lots of little bits--but nothing of substance! I'll stoke up tomorrow--and hit the gym as well.

Weather has cooled some--but it's still up in the low 90s. The AC just kicked on--to underscore that it's still muggy and warm.

My ex dropped by this morning--with her new puppy. A happy creature--just a puppy but full of energy and pep. It's a golden retriever--my daughter's dogs were not that happy to meet the intruder.

Two days before I'm back in the RSB arena--plus the other activities that are happening in the coming week. Doing some gym time until then is important--I have to make time for it, or else!

2253

The first of July is finally here--it seemed that it was never going to happen. June was timeless--and seemed to go on forever.

Felt good today--no repercussions from yesterday's RSB session. In fact, it was more like the opposite effect--no sign or evidence that I had been to a session. The sensations were like those after going to a dance class--everything is smoother and less dull.

Will head up to Rescue tomorrow for a dance class--a fun period of moving. So today was R&R--and doing a few errands such as printing out MD's word list of the week.

PD has affected my math skills--I got tangled up trying to balance my checkbook. I had trouble reconciling a series of deposits, withdrawals, and internal transactions--I had to go at it several ways in order to feel secure that everything was accounted properly. In RSB class yesterday, we were asked to move around the room using exaggerated strides--and count backwards from 100 by 3s. It was difficult to keep the strides big and do the counting--it felt like I was having a brain lock. There also was a requirement to swing the arms in sync with the leg movements--left arm forward when right foot was forward and vice-versa. PD doesn't like multitasking--it prefers linear tasks.

Dancing helps with this issue--the step patterns, the count of the steps, and the music are integrated when dancing.

A bit cooler today/tonight--temperatures are staying around the low 90s.

The road work notices say that they are about to begin nighttime activities--not sure what that entails but it might mean noise and dust being generated after midnight. We shall see--or hear soon enough.