(Assateague Island. March 2007. © Robin)
The cure for anything is salt water — sweat, tears, or the sea.
~ Isak Dinesen
We leave for San Diego in a few days. I’m looking forward to spending some time at the beach. Hopefully the sun will shine for us this time around.
I’ve been pushing myself through the necessary exercises, using ice and heat, resting, and just generally doing what needs to be done to get me walking like a normal person once again. It’s going fairly well. I’m still in pain, but I’m having pain-free moments and that’s a good sign.
My grandmother used to say that salt water cures anything and everything that ails you. If that’s true, a quick dip in the Pacific (brrrrr!) later this week ought to have me hale and healthy once again. I’ve already done the prerequisite sweat and tears work.
Email me!! I’ll start doing the sunshine dance
Beautiful capture. Yes, I agree, sweat and tears work as well as salt helps. I soak in the tub with Epsom (spelling?) salts. To dip into the ocean, though, would be pure delight. It’s been a long time since I’ve been to the ocean… and that was on the east coast. Robin, I hope spending some time on the beach eases your pain. The very best to you.
I’m so sorry you’re going through pain again. I wonder what causes the relapse? I hope it’s very, very temporary.
That is a breathtaking shot, and I love your header.
TPG: Will email later today. I’m looking forward to meeting you.
Anna: Thank you so much. I think the beach will be just the thing.
Amuirin: Thanks.
Oddly enough, I think it was the flu that caused the problem. I got sick (sore throat, headache, body aches, fever) and decided to lie down and die for a few days. The lack of exercise during those three days or so probably contributed greatly. I’ve noticed that going more than a day without exercise brings on some twinges, stiffness, and pain. It’s good motivation to keep moving.
Enjoy the trip and the break.
I relate to what you’re saying. Mobility - use it or loose it. I need to do as you’ve been doing and move more; with purpose.
The sound, the smell as well as the sight of the sea, all seem to sooth; yet I am also nervous of the sea, I like to keep my toes on the beach!
Sending soothing thoughts. Combine with the beach and some sandy walks - sounds good. Enjoy the sun.