… I Wouldn’t Be Able to Get Up

Over the last two weeks, my broken collar bone has put the quietus on a number of activities, most especially driving, putting on and taking off my shirt, and standing up when seated on the ground. The latter activity is also due to my aging knees, which require the use of both hands in getting up from the ground.

Actually, what I miss the most are my mindful meditation sessions every Thursday at the Los Angeles Central Library. Theoretically, I could go; but I would be risking severe injury if I fell. So I have to practice my meditation by myself. I can do it, but the guided sessions are not only useful but uplifting.

I can feel myself getting stronger. The pain, when it comes, is the result of overdoing it with my right arm. I just have to remind myself that my right arm is on vacation somewhere, and I just have to wait until he returns.

Today, I went to the doctor. She was satisfied with my overall health, though she wanted me to get a bone density scan because I have been breaking a lot of bones lately: two shoulders, one collar bone, and several ribs. I just have to be patient.