I sometimes do reviews in Amazon for some things that I purchase.... and I've gotten way behind in doing so. I have it on my 'list', and I think about it... but I haven't done it for a couple months now. So I need to just take the time and get some done - today if possible. Just because I don't like leaving things 'undone'. How often do you do reviews for things? Every time, or just when they tick you off? Just curious.
I slept good last night - and I should have - as I took an Advil before bed. Now I am not one to take any medication not prescribed unless needed (i.e., aspirin, etc.). So why did I take Advil? My shoulder hurts. I've tried to think what I could have done over the weekend to hurt it. All I could think of was sitting for 5-6 hours and crocheting; yes, I did take breaks, but I made two baby blankets in one afternoon so you know I was 'at it'. Yesterday, when I went to the gym for my HIIT workout, I noticed my right shoulder was somewhat 'sore'. I went ahead and did the exercises..... squat, pick up a 20# 'bag' by the straps with both hands, flip it up, stand up, drop it down, repeat. Then on to a 12.6# dumbbell placed in the middle (on floor) and reach down with one hand and pull it over my head, then back down. Then the other hand. Then this one was tough.... using a long (very long to me!) rope, pull the weighted sled (and I had Morgan take the weight off) down the length of the hallway, then pushing it all the way back, then doing squats with jump-ups. Three sets. I noticed the pain in my shoulder when I started pulling on the ropes. I am thinking that I irritated the shoulder more by continuing to pull. I sometimes push myself too much. My arm I can move on its own pretty much, but can't raise it much. I'm just thinking I have irritated it. I took an Advil late afternoon, and again last night before bed. I may have to pay my DIL a visit after she gets off work to have her confirm it is just irritation.... I don't think I tore anything; I can still use it. Will see how it feels later.
I do go get my blood draws today. TSH and T-4 for Dr. Mark because they were not in a good place in July's blood draw. He was concerned. If they aren't back to normal today, he is concerned about a pituitary gland issue. Hoping it is fine. I also have my xx-CRW (can't remember the first two letters) testing that I am personally paying for - it measures inflammation. If you recall from a previous post, I had that test when I did the Lifeline Screening, just out of curiosity because of my leg pain. It was high. So I have ordered the blood test again today at Sonora Quest (SQL). I'm hoping it has gone down, but if not, I will be bringing that information to Dr. Mark when I go see him later this month. I'll hear from his office, maybe by the end of the week, to get that appointment scheduled. It should be for my physical. Or wellness check, whatever you want to all it. He will order a full test of blood work after that, but his concern at this time is the TSH and T-4. I'm concerned about the inflammation. My shoulder probably doesn't help with the testing today.
Out of time... hang on, got to turn on the work computer and I'll finish this there. Ok, I'm back. I have found how hard it is to get dressed with a sore shoulder! I feel like a sloth in using my right arm! Use it v-e-r-y s-l-o-w-l-y. And either I slept on my back or the exercises I moved the wrong way - my lower back is hurting too! Glad I have a chiropractor appointment already scheduled on Thursday morning! He will shoot me straight. :-)
After our first week of meals using the Tovala oven, I'm quite happy with it. Hubby wasn't wild about the fish tacos (using Hake) but I've enjoyed the ones I've fixed for me. No, he hasn't cooked in it yet, but he did say he wanted me to show him how. The instructions are so simple - you open the container, follow the instructions on removing the plastic over the metal container (I'm keeping these to use for treats for Christmas!) and add whatever it says to. They even include a container to put the meat in (in a sealed bag). Anyway - put it together, put the meat in the other container. Put the two containers in the Tovala oven, hit 'scan' on the board, and hold up the QR code on the instructions - it reads it, sets the temperature and timer. When it's done, I get a notification on my phone/watch that says the meal is finished, and the oven shuts off. Nifty, huh! The only drawback is the food is fresh and you need to use it within 3-4 days. Glad I only get six meals (three each) a week. It sounds like we may be spending a lot of money for six meals a week.... $94 this first week, BUT.... you consider when we go eat out we easily spend $50 at a restaurant or at least $35 at fast food..... for one meal each! If this causes us to eat at home more (and it will, for I don't want to waste the food!) we can save a little bit. And after six orders, my oven is free (if I cancel before six weeks, I will have to pay for it) and I can use the oven for other things, setting the temp and timer manually. It's an air fryer as well, but I haven't used that yet. I love that the meals require little preparation. Ok - enough promoting.... I'm really just filling up space, right?
Today is my first day without Sue. She is so sweet; she text'd me on my phone around 4:30p and reminded me we will be getting together and texting and calling each other - meaning, we won't just walk away from our 35+ years of friendship because she retired. She's the best.
Do you remember tuning forks? I bought one some time ago but have not read the instructions on how to use it. You may NOT remember them.... but think back to the old days, say 75-100 years ago. Doctors used tuning forks to stop headaches, and other aches as well. Perhaps today I can bring up the company and read how it says to use it. Yes, of course I bought one. I don't remember much about how it was used, but I remember it was used 'way back when' when I watched TV as a child. LOL Yes, a long time ago. I wonder if a tuning fork could help my shoulder. I use it (my shoulder) a lot more than I would have thought! Getting dressed this morning was fun.
There is a scene in The Chosen (if you haven't watched it from front to finish, you should!) that is on my mind this morning. Yes, it is fiction but it does have a lot of truth in it as well. I refused to watch it for a long time; mainly because that was all my sister talked about in every conversation, pushing me to watch it, and I kept resisting just because I didn't want to be 'told' what to do. And besides that, I pretty much stick to the Bible as to what is truth, and I didn't want fiction messing that up. But it does make it more clear. But I am off track. Again.
The scene. Jesus is talking with Judas and asked him what his name meant. Judas responded "God is praised" (can't remember exact words) and Jesus asked Judas, if he will praise God. To which Judas said, "Every day." Jesus then looked at Judas and said, "Follow me".
Is that us? Do we praise God every day, and then when things don't go the way we want them to, we turn our back on Him? Do we betray Jesus? Or even in our darkest moments, do we continue to praise Him? Not for what He can do for us. Not for material gain. Not even for healing. Will we continue to praise God, praise Jesus, praise the Holy Spirit - because of WHO He is......
I have been through some very dark nights and my only reason I came through them is because Jesus never let go of me. He didn't heal some that I prayed for. He didn't make right the wrongs done to me and those I love. He didn't change things like I asked Him to. But through it all, He loved me with a love that no one else can give. How could I not continue to praise Him for everything, even for the dark night of the soul?
Psalm 42:5 (NIV): Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.
Psalm 63:4 (NIV): I will praise you as long as I live, and in Your Name I will lift up my hands.
Amen and Amen....
Praying you will have an AMAZING day - go through this day knowing you have the blessing of our Father upon you.
Blessings!
