Another day of scorching temperatures brought the steamy and tepid air to a place of constant discomfort as we navigated the out of doors from one errand to another. Bending over rendered the lumbar region seemingly raw and excruciatingly painful as puppy dishes were placed and then removed after contents were devoured. Concentration on working through the agony was eventually interrupted while sitting for choir rehearsal as the lumbar tension became tighter and the pain sharper with every breath. Acetaminophen and a welcomed night’s rest delivered this possessor of Parkinson’s symptoms to an achy, but rested morning filled with pre-planned activities. A visit with a dear friend in his welcoming outdoor garden preceded a luncheon with a recently discovered distant relative. Searching a printed genealogical chart provided by yet another cousin afforded us the opportunity to identify the connection to distant relatives from the early eighteen hundreds. Thankfulness permeated our sharing as we each told of our distant and recent journeys with family and friends. The discomfort of spinal tension was eased in the presence of gratitude for moments shared with friends and family alike. The gratitude expanded as the pain diminished ever so steadily as the day progressed. A thankful heart now supersedes any remaining discomfort as this day unfolds its blessings!
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