Progress Is Progress

 Yesterday was sunny with a high of 18C. This morning it is raining and 9C. Today is supposed to be wet this morning and clearing this afternoon. The high is supposed to get to 21C. 

Lifestyle

I was out to help set up the hall for the luncheon at noon. We scurried to get the tables set up, chairs out, and the tables set. Then it was food prep in the kitchen. At that point, I was starting to have muscle issues. They were rebelling about my SI joint being in place. I left after 10 am and headed to family's. 

Grandson tried on his dress pants and they are the perfect length. After a short talk, I came home to put heat on my sore muscles. I spent the rest of the morning either with heat on them or doing housework that needed to be done. I alternated between the two. I even walked up and down the stairs a few times. At 12:30 I went for a walk with my friend and we walked for 13 minutes. It did help my muscles a lot. I did go out in the late afternoon to take some items to my friend. I was feeling somewhat better. 

At 4 am, I did another good stretch and had another crack. I think my SI joint is now in place. I do have a couple of muscles that are still sore but they are the usual ones I deal with on a regular basis. Unfortunately I am tired physically and mentally from all the pain I had. 

Sewing

I did sew yesterday for a while. I started the sundress for the Gotz dolls. I didn't finish it but it is close. 

I still have a good hour of work left to do on it. But, I'm happy with how it looks. Another great pattern that fits the doll's well. 

I took all of my seed beads and some other ones to my friend so she can use them on a wall hanging she is making. She took a class on it and is trying to get it done. We talked about what colours of beads could go where on it. I am hoping to see it when it is done. 

Knitting

I finished the leg on the 2nd sock last night. I knit 15 rounds. 

Next up is to put 4 stitches on the heel side, knit the heel flap and turn the heel. 

I did work on the doll's sweater for a bit in the morning while I had heat on my sore spots. I also knit on it for a while last night. 

It is coming along nicely and I will soon be putting the sleeves on to yarn so I can work on the body. 

Thoughts

    I am certainly happy that my SI joint is back in place. Though my muscles rebelled about working a new way, they are improving. I was going to call to see if I could get an emergency appointment with my physiotherapist today but I don't have to. Now to work on walking more so the muscles know what to do when I am on my feet. 

    The after-election life begins. The elected leader is busy at work. The other two party leaders are in a bit of shock. Both lost their seats in their ridings. One is resigning and the other has to make some decisions. The talks about what is going to happen will continue for a long time. I have decided that I will be picky about what I watch and go back to living a quiet  life.

    On a happy note. As we walked yesterday I saw two magnolias coming into bloom. I am going to try to get a picture of one of them. I need to look at the one down the street from me to see if it is has pink blooms. The two I saw yesterday have creamy white blooms. The tulips are now in bud which is wonderful. We will soon have the leaves out fully on the trees. 

Today

I am home today. I need to do laundry and clean the dining room table. I want to finish the doll's dress and make piping. I do have to take a bag of fabric scraps to my friend. Tonight I want to knit. The only other thing I may do is go for a short walk. 

Until the next time.......................................................................