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A few months ago I was very happy to have walked and climbed to get to the top of Edinburgh Castle. I felt like I was saying some strong words to my RSD and I was very happy.
Today, I did the same. I'm in Mexico and instead of sitting under and umbrella reading a book all day, I went parasailing! I tried to upload a photo of it but for some reason I can't upload photos here anymore. But I have to say, I sure felt ALIVE today.
I've parasailed before and will again, but today I got a triple length ride due to no customers in line after me, and I just had a blast. I'm up there, away from all the noise, looking down at the clear turquoise water, and I can see my foot hanging there. Up there, it didn't matter that my foot was afflicted with RSD. All that mattered was that the sun was out, the sky was blue, and the air was clear.
I admit it. I said, ""**** you, RSD!" (I can't write it but use your imagination, LOL!) The last few trips to Mexico I have been SO careful, but honestly, parasailing isn't rock climbing. It's something that can be done as long as you're careful. Today I didn't worry. I just did things I always want to do but usually sit out b/c of the RSD. I LOVED the wave runner ride to the boat, and then getting the harness on and going up, up up! What a rush. What an amazing day.
It's a good day when RSD doesn't RULE. And today, I won. And it felt darn good. :)
Today, I did the same. I'm in Mexico and instead of sitting under and umbrella reading a book all day, I went parasailing! I tried to upload a photo of it but for some reason I can't upload photos here anymore. But I have to say, I sure felt ALIVE today.
I've parasailed before and will again, but today I got a triple length ride due to no customers in line after me, and I just had a blast. I'm up there, away from all the noise, looking down at the clear turquoise water, and I can see my foot hanging there. Up there, it didn't matter that my foot was afflicted with RSD. All that mattered was that the sun was out, the sky was blue, and the air was clear.
I admit it. I said, ""**** you, RSD!" (I can't write it but use your imagination, LOL!) The last few trips to Mexico I have been SO careful, but honestly, parasailing isn't rock climbing. It's something that can be done as long as you're careful. Today I didn't worry. I just did things I always want to do but usually sit out b/c of the RSD. I LOVED the wave runner ride to the boat, and then getting the harness on and going up, up up! What a rush. What an amazing day.
It's a good day when RSD doesn't RULE. And today, I won. And it felt darn good. :)
Hugs, Cathy
I'm also thrilled that I got pictures. Someday, I know, I won't be able to do so much anymore, and I want these pics to remind me that I went as far as I could for as long as I could. :)
Sitting under an umbrella reading sounds fun also so it would be a win win but the para sailing seems a bit more exciting.
am so glad to hear youve had a fab time!!!
RSD can SUCK OUR ASS! hahahaahaaa!
hope you continue to do fab!
take care xx
thaliajen-1
RSD-0
Keep it up girl.
Unfortunately, one thing i brought back from Mexico with me is the stomach flu. :( My hubby is home at 230pm and then I'm going to be free to take care of myself. Hoping that includes lots of sleep, but I guess we'll let Montezuma decide how much revenge I'm gonna get. ;)
A few years ago I was in Jamaica on a cruise with my Mom and with the right shoes and a great guide I climbed 2/3rds of the 600ft waterfall at Dunn's River Falls. It was amazing & I even surprised myself. I think we feel better when we are out of our normal element to do things we thought we never could or would again.
You go girlfriend and have a great time,
Rhonda, IN RSD over 12yrs