Those 70ish Girls

As I get further along into my 70ish years, I have become increasingly aware of the value of time. I don’t think most of us fully appreciate each day we’re given, let alone each hour and minute. Life has many challenges, and circumstances for good or bad can change in an instant. It’s important to value time.

I don’t have the energy I used to or the stamina. I know part of the problem is I don’t exercise. I don’t get the old heart rate up. I know from experience that exercise on a regular basis makes you feel better. So why can’t I convince myself to begin a regular exercise program? The bottom line is, I’m lazy…really lazy. I’m lazy because I don’t get any exercise.

A good goal would be to do 5 things every day. 1) Do something for someone else, ie send a card, make a phone call, and maybe do something nice for Kip. 2) Reach out in some way to family, text grandkids or kids. 3) Exercise 4) Meditate and write in my journal 5) Have some fun

Good goals, right? Right! Will I follow through? It takes 21 days to form a new habit. I have the time. At least I hope I do.

Update: I started writing this a while ago, and since then, I have started taking Rylie for a daily walk. I can already tell the difference. I’m increasing my endurance, and I’m sleeping better. I’ve also started sending out note cards to people that I want to let know I’m thinking about them. I’ve even gotten better at writing in my daily journal. It helps me plan my day and keeps me more focused. So see? I’m making progress, and it feels good. That’s the fun part.