Count each day as precious

Possible site of the Sermon on the Mount

I was talking to a friend tonight and he shared this is the first winter he felt cold. He felt it is no wonder people move to Florida or Arizona. I was reading an article about frailty discussing the Pope's retirement and care. Living to 85 isn't to bad before one retires. In Psalm 90, written by Moses is a Psalm on our aging. Life on the third rock from the sun has its limits. Walking, strength training and stretching Research tells us can give us more of our years where we are living healthy. Good medical care and nutrition make a big difference along the way. Psalm 90:12 "So teach us to number our days, that we may present to You a heart of wisdom." Number can be translated consider, reckon, count, the idea being since our time is short, each day counts. Te heart of wisdom is living wisely according to God's point of view. Learning and applying principles in God's word takes a life time of discovery. There are things I am learning at 60 like it is all still so new to me. Each day I have is an opportunity to embrace the moment; to put into experience love, joy, peace...; to care for those God sends my way. Walking only helps me to do it better. Keep walking

Putting God right in the middle of walking

Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the manWho walks not in the counsel of the ungodly,Nor stands in the path of sinners,Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; But his delight is in the law of the Lord,And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a treePlanted by the rivers of water,That brings forth its fruit in its season,Whose leaf also shall not wither;And whatever he does shall prosper.
What kind of tree would you be? Where would your tree be? If your tree stands by water and has good soil and lots of sun shine and too extreme a climate, your tree would grow and produce plenty of fruit. If you are a walker, all you need is a good healthy diet, lots of water, clothes to suit the weather and climate your in. You body would be fit in no time.

The real difference in Psalm 1 is spiritually eating the right food. Living and learning as if God isn't there will set life without purpose and meaning. Putting God right in the middle of life I believe will create the most beautiful life. On your walks don't you see God's handiwork and design. Looking at my indoor garden the green leaves have a good effect on my mood. The different shades of color relaxes m mind. Outside we are expecting more snow, which is good for spring when it comes. Snow and crisp air are some of things we can enjoy in winter. Keep walking

Learn to love and be loved

Thank you Nancy 

Walking in a fresh snow, how cool is that. I am glad Nancy shared her photo. Today I was involved in therapy and later our car decided not to run. The nice part is my grandson came to the rescue and it was nice riding back with him as our car was towed. With Addison comes laughter, he always brightens our day.
I got a cheerful text from my friend Ken as he was at the ocean in Southern California, I always text or call him when I am at a beach in Florida, California, or Hawaii. We still think it is cool to experience the ocean.
I was looking at myths or core beliefs that need to be challenged. One myth says, "I should always sacrifice my needs for the the needs of others." It is the kind of statement people think comes from the Bible. Look at Philippians 2:3, 4.  Philippians 2:3-4 Do nothing according to selfish ambition or according to empty conceit, but in humility considering one another better than yourselves, each of you not looking out for your own interests, but also each of you for the interests of others." People can be pretty selfish but we do look after our own interests. Taking care of ourselves is important, but we are more than ourselves, we grow to care for others. The myth is ignoring our needs and will lead to burnout or worse. The reality from the Bible indicates a balanced life able to love others. We nourish ourselves with God's care and provisions much like Addison did for us today when Barb and I needed help. We will have opportunities to share our care for him, but isn't it great when our grandchildren return our love. Seems pretty practical to me. We may be inclined in our pride not to let our children or grand children care for us a little bit. But that pride is a little selfish in not letting our family grow in their love as they learn to give. Well we will keep walking to live and love. Keep walking

Preparing for travels, don't forget to walk

Wayne Styles teaching on the Life of Christ 

Wayne Styles shares on his blog one of things that is good to do is to get in shape if you are planning a trip to the Holy Land. I have noticed the older traveler because of motivation can endure the effort to view the mountain tops when the younger traveler may stay in on the air-conditioning bus. But is a good idea to start a walk program to prepare for a study trip in Israel. http://www.waynestiles.com/

Walking to prepare for any dream trip is a good idea. Practical fitness can help you get more on your travel experience. Motivation to see the trees in Northern California, the wine country in Napa Valley, the castles in Europe, or the Great Wall of China can give you a side benefit of daily fitness as you ready yourself for your trip. Sightseeing usually involves walking we don't take account for. Next time you visit a zoo or museum bring a pedometer along. You will be surprised how many steps you take. Happy journey, keep walking

A little jog, a little work who knows

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It is working to be in therapy. Sometimes people are forced into it and resist, but many more are there like they are when seeing a specialist or being treated for heart, diabetes or cancer. Mental health needs a better rap. If we could look at it like we do other diseases and illnesses more would seek help and wouldn't that make for a better place.
Well the fat man is back to including jogging in my routine. One of my friends sent me a picture of a guy 80 years old ran 80 miles. Another fellow blogger Scott has been entering half marathons on his way to retirement. Sarah a friend of mine has been running marathons as well. All I want to do is to improve my cardiac conditioning and return to the tennis court. So off for 20 minutes three times a week. When I am with Barb I will add 10 minutes more walking or more. Walking through the rest of the week and biking is in store as well. Now if I can stay away from too much ice cream...keep walking

Laughter is good medicine

Belly rolls are good for us, thanks Liam

Laughter is just plain good for us. Particularly around the dinner table. Liam just reminds us here we should follow his lead. Have you ever noticed how people come out of their shell around babies. Babies like it too because everybody seems to be focused on them. It is natural but somewhere we lose it. 

Proverbs 17:22 A joyful heart is good medicine,But a broken spirit dries up the bones.

Barb and I had the afternoon for a date and did a little walking here and there. It was too cold for an after walk so we browsed then to a movie. 

The theme for me today was just enjoy the day. Riding in a warm car on a cold day. Barb told a funny story she heard listening to Chuck Swindoll or Dr. Gary Smalley. On Valentine's Day a husband forgot about the day and his wife reminded him he should have gift in the driveway that went from 0 to 60 in less then 10 seconds. The next day the wife saw a present beautifully wrapped in the driveway. She ran out and picked it up and excitedly began to unwrap it. To her amazement she saw it was a weight scale. Keep walking

Riding the pain of panic disorder - Mental Health

Well I am finally in the day program for therapy. I have learn in the past ways to distract myself while coping with anxiety, now I believe I will have to also learn to ride the emotion out even when painful. My experience tells me not everything is solved by medication. I believe I have brain issues that need medication, but medication won't be enough alone.
If I can make a comparision to arthritis in my neck and shoulders from the thousands of falls I have had in my life, pain medicine can only do so much. I also had to use physical therapy to help control the pain. PT really helped with pain. The medicine I use for pain also helps. Together I can move and sleep almost pain free.
Anxiety resulting from biological causes and post traumatic stress and other issues will take a combination of strategies. Insomnia as well will need me to get involves with the disciplines I will need to sleep better. Working with the pain of it is unavoidable. The PTS gives a low tolerance for such pain but, I have to learn how to better go through it.  As I see it that is what is before me.
Tonight I worked out with weights and the total gym. One day at a time, keep walking