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A Little of This and A Little of That…

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What makes you nervous?
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I get a little nervous about a little of this and a little of that. Any time I have to go out I get nervous because I have to deal with people and try to get things done as quickly as possible. If you have to deal with chronic pain and mobility issues or any chronic illness, then you’ll understand that. 

When the phone rings I get nervous because I always think, “Now what? What will I have to deal with now?” Thankfully, the phone doesn’t ring often.

When I have to deal with doctors, insurance companies…you know, that bureaucratic bullshit…I get nervous. 

When there’s a knock on the door I get a little nervous. If it’s not a delivery then who knows what I’ll have to deal with. Yesterday, a hunter came to my door asking to go on our property to hunt a big turkey he saw from the road. I thanked him for asking and that no, he couldn’t go on our property and kill an animal. It makes me nervous to think about a stray bullet zooming by my head (or Dad’s) if I/we step outside for a few minutes.

You probably think, “Those are just little things, why so nervous?” but those are just a few of the things that make me nervous. As I mentioned before, if you have a chronic illness then you’ll understand. I struggle with everything so any time I have to do something out of the norm, I get nervous. It takes so much out of a person who can’t get their body to cooperate. It’s just plain hard and it makes me nervous.

First Thoughts Are Not Pretty

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Jot down the first thing that comes to your mind.
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I’m grateful for many things in my life. I’m grateful to have a roof over my head, indoor plumbing, electricity, clean clothing, clean water, heat, and a/c, food to eat, a car, and many other things. Having those things doesn’t mean I don’t struggle. 

I struggle daily with depression, pain, and mobility issues. Some people don’t understand the difference between being depressed and being disabled which leads to depression. What I mean is, if you’re depressed you don’t want to do anything. But your body is still ABLE to do things. You can go to work, do the laundry, wash dishes, sweep the floor, run the vacuum, get groceries, etc. You may be depressed and not WANT to do those things but you are still physically able. In my case, my body is unable. I’m lucky if I can stand for 15 minutes at a time. My depression is from not being able to do the things that most people take for granted. Think about it the next time you shower, or step out for the mail. Think about walking to and from the bathroom, tossing a load of clothes in the washing machine, or fixing something to eat. I struggle to do those things. I can’t work, go shopping, or go to the movies. I can’t clean the house like it should be cleaned. I can’t cook, which is something that I always enjoyed. Because of my inability to do those things, I get depressed. I fight it daily because if I let it take over, who will take care of my dad? It’s obvious to me that I can’t depend on anyone for help so I do it all myself. Well, as much as I can do. 

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Ha!

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What’s the most fun way to exercise?
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You’re kidding, right? 

Back in the day, I would say hiking would be the most fun way to exercise. Not only is hiking a great form of exercise, but if you’re hiking in the right places you’d be experiencing nature’s beauty and glory! I loved hiking. I dreamed about it. I planned backpacking trips with my Dad. It makes me sad and angry that I can’t do that anymore. 

These days, I’m lucky if I can walk from the living room to the bathroom with crutches. 

Nowadays, a scooter (if I had one) would be my most fun way to exercise! 

This Post Is Making Me Hungry!

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What is your favorite restaurant?
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Anyone who knows me knows that Mexican food is my favorite! I could eat Mexican food every day! I love spicy foods in general, but Mexican food is THE BEST!

My favorite restaurant would have to be El Chico Cafe. El Chico Cafe is a small chain of Tex-Mex eateries, offering daily specials, gift cards, catering, and curbside pick-up. The food is delicious and I never leave there hungry or disappointed! The servers are exceptionally nice and will try to accommodate your needs. For us, it’s a booth near the restrooms. Snort!

One of my favorite things on the menu at El Chico is the Chicken Tortilla Soup. What’s so special about it? The broth. I don’t know what’s in the broth but it is awesome! I also love and devour any of the enchiladas on the menu but if I had to pick a favorite, it would have to be the Avocado Enchiladas! 

I’m drooling. 

I am also very fond of the Fajitas and Chimichangas, and a good meal must be complemented with an alcoholic beverage! I don’t know if they still make it but I used to order a frozen margarita called a La Bandera. These days I don’t drink much alcohol (I never did before, except when we ate out) but if I decide to have something other than iced tea I normally opt for a Dos Equis Ambar. Sometimes beer just hits the spot!

You can check and see if there’s an El Chico near you here. There are several locations. Ours is in Mountain Home, AR. I always look forward to eating there and this post sure is making me hungry! I’ll have to wait until Wednesday though because Dad has an appointment with his cardiologist. We always go to El Chico afterward. 

What’s your favorite restaurant? 

Lovin’ Touchin’ Squeezin’

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What job would you do for free?
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I know what you’re thinking. My answer is NOT what the title suggests. Snort.

The job I would do for FREE would be to sit with cats and kittens and snuggle. I would love them, touch them, and squeeze them! All day long…

I basically do that with my kitties anyway so…

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Alice is now the oldest of the pack, at 10 years old. I dread them all getting older. 

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Jack is a mama’s boy and he thinks he’s all that. 

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Honey Bear is attention deprived. Poor thing. She’s too heavy to pick up or have in my lap. She keeps to herself mostly because she hates the others, except Alice.

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BobCat, aka Bobaduke, is the latest addition. Jack and BobCat are getting along better these days but sometimes Jack loses his shit. Snort.

Happy Caturday, Y’all!