On Saturday I got my course materials from the Open University. Oh boy, what fun opening a box of books and CD's. The best bit is that I understand them and think I will enjoy them. I was a bit daunted wondering what I've undertaken: would the books be written at a level that I'm not comfortable with, would the CD's be aimed above my abilities. But hey ho, it's all good.
My final book from Transworld arrived today and I'm looking forward to starting it when life slows down a bit. New books are always exciting to me.
I've been out socialising two days this week and will be out again tomorrow. It's amazing how much I've been enjoying myself seeing various old friends. Once again I've realised how restricted my life has become. I used to walk so far and go so far compared to what I do now. I'm trying hard to get better and my walker which I call Charlie helps a lot. We'll have to see how it goes when the weather changes. I've also accepted two invitations for next week and one to an ongoing group. From never going out to being out a lot!
I've also realised this week that I finally have a goal and something to aim for - my degree. It's been a long time since I've felt so motivated. I'm enjoying the sensations this brings me. And the joy knowing about it has given Andy is an added bonus. Since I've been retired I've found it hard to look forward, especially when I'm in pain.
I've joined the Facebook group for my course and am enjoying being part of a bigger group all doing the same things. It's so good to know we all have the same hopes and fears, that we are all excited about it.
And this weekend is the 50th reunion for my high school class! I can't go as it's in the US but my former classmates are being very good about keeping me in the loop. They will send me photos of the event. I've sent my best wishes to all. I hope they will have a brilliant time. I really don't believe it has been that long since I was in school. It makes me feel old.
My final book from Transworld arrived today and I'm looking forward to starting it when life slows down a bit. New books are always exciting to me.
I've been out socialising two days this week and will be out again tomorrow. It's amazing how much I've been enjoying myself seeing various old friends. Once again I've realised how restricted my life has become. I used to walk so far and go so far compared to what I do now. I'm trying hard to get better and my walker which I call Charlie helps a lot. We'll have to see how it goes when the weather changes. I've also accepted two invitations for next week and one to an ongoing group. From never going out to being out a lot!
I've also realised this week that I finally have a goal and something to aim for - my degree. It's been a long time since I've felt so motivated. I'm enjoying the sensations this brings me. And the joy knowing about it has given Andy is an added bonus. Since I've been retired I've found it hard to look forward, especially when I'm in pain.
I've joined the Facebook group for my course and am enjoying being part of a bigger group all doing the same things. It's so good to know we all have the same hopes and fears, that we are all excited about it.
And this weekend is the 50th reunion for my high school class! I can't go as it's in the US but my former classmates are being very good about keeping me in the loop. They will send me photos of the event. I've sent my best wishes to all. I hope they will have a brilliant time. I really don't believe it has been that long since I was in school. It makes me feel old.
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