Karen’s Opinion

My daughter is a certified personal trainer. When she moved back to Indiana, we made a pact. She would get me to work out and I would do it without a lot of whining. We have been doing well for a month and a half.

Her work schedule and my work and play schedule make it difficult to get together but we have made it work so far. I once had her up at 7 am so we could work out! That has only happened once. She works me to the point that I feel like I am getting a good work out but not to the point where I dread doing it the next time. I know how I work. If I dread something, I will clean or hide in order to get out of working out.

My most favorite workout time is our walks. We walked 3 miles on Easter Sunday. I’ll admit, we haven’t walked that far since but we walk at least 2 miles most days. We do a fast walk. I would like to work up to running but she has a knee injury that inhibits her running ability.

We have been eating a healthy regimen. I don’t say diet because a “diet” seems like something temporary. Nopalea juice helps the body reduce inflammation. I think the antioxidants it contains might be beneficial for her. I like it because it helps rid my body of daily toxins. Right now, you can try Nopalea for free (only pay $9.95 for shipping) by calling 1-800-203-7063.

Other eating habits we are using include eating natural grains, fresh fruit and drinking a lot of water.

I hope my doctor reduces my cholesterol medicine next time I have it checked. That would be worth the effort.

I was having a conversation with my hairdresser about how many pair of eyeglasses we have. We both have a pair in the car, in the bathroom, on our nightstands and above the kitchen sink. I don’t think we are alone in having multiple pair because, in today’s newspaper, there was a cartoon showing how the lady had a pair of eyeglasses in every nook and cranny of her house! That cartoon verifies it! LOL I have been known to, unknowingly, keep a pair of glasses on the cushion of my chair.

Since I am as blind as a bat without my glasses, I might as well enjoy wearing glasses. I love to have my glasses match my outfits. With the low prices at Zenni Optical, I can afford to have fun with my glasses. I don’t have to worry about getting the correct prescription when ordering and I know that Zenni only sells quality frames. I suppose not having a middleman and low overhead allows them to sell their frames at such low prices. My insurance doesn’t pay anything towards eye care so I am so glad I can get stylish, durable frames at Zenni. Now, if I could only stop sitting on them!

We finally got the new stove installed!

Hubby cooked on it Monday night but other than that, we have been too busy to buy groceries and cook a meal. If we wanted to eat junk, we would have the ingredients. I want some vegetables!

Yesterday, I helped my mother in-law buy a new vcr machine. Yes, it is old technology. She resists learning something new. I can’t blame her! She tapes a lot of shows because she falls asleep while watching television. My husband tried to hook up the new machine but found we need to buy an RF Modulator. My husband was ready to get home and get his feet up!

My husband has a very physically demanding job. As a carpet installer, he lifts heavy boxes of tile, rolls of carpet and supplies. His work environment is his gym. He has been experiencing inflammation in his ankles. I found a website that is offering Nopalea for free (only pay $9.95 for shipping) by calling 1-800-203-7063. Trivita ‘s Nopalea helps the body reduce inflammation. This tasty wellness drink is sourced from the fruit of the Nopal cactus (Opuntia Ficus Indica) and has nutrients to help his body. He is all for that!

This is the quilt pattern that I am working on at the moment. It is called, Hearts and Gizzards and is a real doozy to put together. I had to have my husband help me line up the blocks! It might be difficult because the colors have to be turned a certain way in order for the flower to appear. I choose to believe it is because my eyeglasses need to be updated.

Have you had your eyes tested in a while? There are new posts on Facebook that have a message hidden in a picture. Have you tried to figure out what they say? Do you find that your eyes dry out when watching television? These are but a few examples of reasons to have your eyes examined.

You don’t need to put it off because of cost. Zenni Optical prides themselves on the ability to provide quality glass frames at economical prices. Thank goodness! When other optical businesses rely on paying the rent by selling outlandishly expensive frames, Zenni has low overhead and ship their glasses directly from their own factories. Check out the beautiful, stylish frames that Zenni has to offer and enjoy all the puzzles presented to you!