Been feeling down

[rmaynard 15,458]

When asked how he was doing, my late father-in-law used to say, "I woke up on the green side of the grass today".

My health isn't what it used to be, but I'm still waking up on the green side of the grass. I try to stay away from talking politics, I only watch the news to make sure that we haven't entered into nuclear war, and I find myself petting my cat a lot. 

I go to the doctor when I'm sick, stay away otherwise. I find that he is a pill pusher, and the pharmacies love that. If my Medicare Rx plan doesn't pay for it, I don't take it. Fresh air and non-stressful exercise can do wonders for you. A walk through a mountain path is infinitely better that a walk in a city.

Ice cold mountain stream water is better than beer. 

And seat time is a bonus.

[ebinmaine 67,484]

6 minutes ago, rmaynard said:

A walk through a mountain path is infinitely better that a walk in a city.

Ice cold mountain stream water is better than beer. 

And seat time is a bonus

 

 

ALL  you folks. Remember where Trina and I live.

You want to come up and go for a walk in the hills. Shoot me a text and jump in your vehicle.

[rmaynard 15,458]

7 minutes ago, ebinmaine said:

 

 

ALL  you folks. Remember where Trina and I live.

You want to come up and go for a walk in the hills. Shoot me a text and jump in your vehicle.

Fortunately for me, I am only 45 minutes from the Appalachian Trail, plenty of clear mountain streams, and seat time awaits me at any time.

But thanks for the offer. 

[ebinmaine 67,484]

17 minutes ago, rmaynard said:

Fortunately for me, I am only 45 minutes from the Appalachian Trail, plenty of clear mountain streams, and seat time awaits me at any time.

But thanks for the offer. 

 

I wonder how Benton McKay would feel about tractor on the Appalachian Trail....

 

 

[Mickwhitt 4,623]

Had my first full day without news 24. Many say I missed it but also do feel a bit of a disconnect. 

We went to the cinema this afternoon, saw Beetlejuice 2. 

When my dad was young his news would have arrived once a week at the cinema, how things have changed.

 

[Lee1977 6,659]

On 9/30/2024 at 4:38 PM, squonk said:

I've been having problems with my hands. I'm sure much of it has been caused by the pounding they took being a mechanic for years. Having a hard time even squeezing a wire crimper.  Some days even unloading the dishwasher can be a challenge. Thank goodness for fat steering wheels

It's not mechanic work It's,  Pantyhose is the reason you hand don't work.. 

[rmaynard 15,458]

17 hours ago, Mickwhitt said:

 

We went to the cinema this afternoon, saw Beetlejuice 2

 

We saw that last week. I liked the original Beetlejuice much better.

 

The problem with movies now days is that they are all really bad. I can't justify paying to watch junk. We read reviews that said the new Wild Robot was a great animated film. Well, we went Friday. Don't waste your money.

 

✓Stop going to movies.

 

There, that's one more thing checked off the list.

[ebinmaine 67,484]

6 minutes ago, rmaynard said:

We saw that last week. I liked the original Beetlejuice much better.

 

The problem with movies now days is that they are all really bad. I can't justify paying to watch junk. We read reviews that said the new Wild Robot was a great animated film. Well, we went Friday. Don't waste your money.

 

✓Stop going to movies.

 

There, that's one more thing checked off the list.

 

 

Agreed nearly 100%   

 

Every once in a while there's a newer movie that actually looks pretty good. 

We don't bother to watch until it's out on video or internet. 

 

I'm not at all sure when was the last time I've been in a theater. 

Yeeeaaaarrrrs.  

[953 nut 55,222]

18 hours ago, Mickwhitt said:

We went to the cinema this afternoon

A movie can give your brain an opportunity to reset and a bit of laughter is often the best medicine. Not too many humorous films to choose from today.   

[SylvanLakeWH 25,557]

1 hour ago, 953 nut said:

A movie can give your brain an opportunity to reset and a bit of laughter is often the best medicine. Not too many humorous films to choose from today.   

 

Can't have humor anymore...  

Might offend someone... 

[ebinmaine 67,484]

Just now, SylvanLakeWH said:

 

Can't have humor anymore...  

Might offend someone... 

 

You'll be happy to know that "movement" is losing steam.....

[Mickwhitt 4,623]

There were just ten people in a 200 seat auditorium!  How can they justify that? 

But people can sit home in front of a huge tv and watch up to date movies, it's not the treat or occasion it used to be. 

I did enjoy it but would I pay £15.00 to watch a film that I could wait to see at home? Maybe not. 

But Mrs. W insisted we go so I just had to lol. 

 

[Mickwhitt 4,623]

8 hours ago, Lee1977 said:

It's not mechanic work It's,  Pantyhose is the reason you hand don't work..

I was a mechanic and used my hands as hammers for a few years.

Not sure how pantyhose would cause my hands to stop working right, but it must be true as mine have started to fail me lol. 

[Sailman 1,291]

I have been on both sides of the political aisle and now being older I am much more conservative and care about the world we are leaving my kids and grand kids. I do not trust any main stream media, left or right. They have an agenda and my life is much better without their propaganda. There are places on the internet to get some truth, you just have to exercise critical thinking...a lost art to many it seems.

Being thankful for what we have and taking care of our bodies with healthy food, not processed junk food, outdoor activities and enjoying family and friends goes a long way toward good mental health. Decentralizing is key...my family, my community, the things I can control are important. 

[adsm08 2,056]

On 10/3/2024 at 12:38 AM, Lee1977 said:

It's not mechanic work It's,  Pantyhose is the reason you hand don't work.. 

 

On 10/3/2024 at 9:19 AM, Mickwhitt said:

I was a mechanic and used my hands as hammers for a few years.

Not sure how pantyhose would cause my hands to stop working right, but it must be true as mine have started to fail me lol. 

 

 

I think I'd like an explination on this one too.

 

My hands don't work like they should either, and I think it has more to do with the work than hosiery.

[Mickwhitt 4,623]

Watched the new Deadpool film last night. 

Not as good as the previous ones but a bit of chewing gum for the eyes.

I'm.still avoiding the news, just looking at the headlines once a day to keep abreast of the big stories.

Feeling much better after a beautiful walk to a coffee shop, during which we saw two Kingfishers, a very rare sighting. I'm nearly 60 and this is the first time I've seen this bird.

Looking after myself and my close circle is the most important thing. 

[tunahead72 2,412]

25 minutes ago, Mickwhitt said:

...  Feeling much better after a beautiful walk ...

 

I'm always amazed at how often this theme appears in my own life.  I've gotten away from walks and hikes recently, and I feel it, I'll be taking off in a few minutes to get back on track...

 

[kpinnc 12,023]

On 9/30/2024 at 11:42 AM, Mickwhitt said:

God this getting older malarkey is no fun at all. Why did I not do more when I was younger lol. 

 
It’s so strange to me that even now, I catch myself fearing that some of my “long term” projects may not come to fruition. The realization that I have more days behind me than in front definitely alters my perspective. 
 

My dad passed almost two years ago. Saying he lived hard is an understatement. If it was unhealthy, he doubled down on it. 

 

So many people in my life have lived long lives that were ridiculously unhealthy. Smoking, drinking, poor diet. Makes me wonder sometimes what living healthy really is. Lately I’ve begun thinking that low stress is more important than anything else. Especially true for the fellas…

 

And yeah, stay away from “The news”. Regardless of your politics, it’s just shock value now. Journalism is dead. 

[Rick3478 428]

I think it was Mark Twain who said, "if I had known I was going to live so long, I'd have taken better care of myself."

 

Still like to wrench on things, but don't have as much energy as I used to.

Can't be fixed, trying to pace myself and not stress about it.

[Mickwhitt 4,623]

OK, so, I had to have an MRI  scan on my prostate because my PSA score was up.

 

That took place on Saturday last, simple enough job. They told me it would be a couple of weeks before I heard from them.

 

I got a phone call today telling me they wanted to take biopsies of my prostate. Bit of a surprise because I wasn't expecting to hear for another week or so. 

 

I will get an appointment in the next week or so to go in for this procedure. 

 

I can't lie, I'm pretty apprehensive about this. Maybe the speed of the appointment is just a coincidink,  I hope so. But we are used to things moving at a snails pace in the NHS and suddenly I'm on a rocket powered gurney.

 

So on we go, another thing to deal with. 

 

Getting older sucks....

 

 

 

[rjg854 11,361]

Best of luck to you, Mick. 

[EB-80/8inPA 1,641]

Aye; the best of luck to you!

[953 nut 55,222]

20 hours ago, Mickwhitt said:

But we are used to things moving at a snails pace in the NHS and suddenly I'm on a rocket powered gurney.

Probably a matter of having a doctor who's schedule wasn't jammed up and needs some Christmas cash.        The worst part of the prostate biopsy is the preparation, nearly as bad as colonoscopy.  We will pray that is all a waste of time and you are as healthy as a horse.

[Handy Don 12,217]

Prostate biopsy is an unpleasant experience. ’nuf said.

But, while newer MRI technique/equipment is closing in on definitive prostate diagnosis capability, the gold standard remains the biopsy. Prostate cancer is NOT a disease to be messed with -- it kills a remarkable number of men each year in the US. Early detection and aggressive treatment, when indicated, can add decades to life expectancy. Great to hear that you're on the right path and timely.

We’re with you. Good luck.

[Marv 924]

Had the Biopsy a few years ago. Was not pleasurable. Wasn't excruciating either. You will make out just fine. When the results come back negative, you will be very relieved. You got this!

Marv