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Episode 134
New Beginnings
2012!!!How did this happen so fast? You’re probably used to it by now and even get it right when you write a check, but I’m still remembering the arrival of a new millennium as though it was yesterday. I even raised a wee glass of champagne on brand-new 2012 with a glass that was etched with 2000. (Perhaps I need a new glass.) You know the old saying that time flies when you’re having fun. Well, don’t we red and pink hatters know how to have fun?
Speaking of fun – I understand that the red hatters who went to London with Ladybug had a wonderful time. Queen Mary Stewart caused heads to turn, as always, and what a colorful statement our sisters made as they paraded.
I understand that there was a BIG birthday celebration in Memphis at Graceland for Elvis this month. I was thinking of going to that, but I’ll just wait now until we get to Las Vegas. I hear that he will be there. He is still alive isn’t he?
You know how I feel about New Year’s resolutions. I am SO DONE with them, and you’ve probably broken the one (s) you made already. However, I was inspired by EQM Sue Ellen’s introduction to the winter issue of RHS’ on-line magazine. She introduced a new “F” word into our mission statement of sorts – Fitness. I am no fitness prize, but I was convinced that paying attention to what is important at our beautiful stage in life is worth spending a little time on keeping fit – not to be body builders or “buff”, but to be able to do even simple things with more endurance. Yeah! So, I joined a gym (actually I got a Silver Sneaker’s card for a free membership). I do not, will not, must not use machines (though I’m not discouraging any of you; the EQM herself has told me she is trying out machines), but I am going to a cardio class. It is supposed to help me get my heart rate up, strengthen my muscles, and improve my balance for starters. When we are directed to get some heavy weights for exercises, I choose 1 lb. weights and watch the others choose 4 lb., 5 lb., and higher. When it’s time to exercise on a big ball, I hide behind one – and watch. For everything else, I try!!! Besides, I love some of the cute workout outfits I see. I’m going to get one – in purple and with spandex on the label. I might even go for a red sweatband.
I’ll let you know how this all works out!
Love,
Ruby