Don, I saw that piece on NPR's Instagram feed. Those are just part of the stretches that are built into the Essentrics program I've subscribed to, and need to do more often now that the knee has healed. I'm working out remaining stiffness and hope to improve the range of motion the last couple of degrees.

My daughter decided it was time for a new doctor last year when she didn't get an appropriate response to the foot injury that turned out to be the ruptured Achilles tendon. "It'll heal on it's own, but do you want to see a specialist?" she was asked. Yes please! The specialist was astounded the GP didn't get the nature of the injury, and as he left the room he paused and said "I believe you." And that, along with a quick turnaround time for surgery, was enough confirmation that it's time for a new GP.

My brother and I discussed cholesterol this morning. He managed to get off of his medication, but his diet did change a lot, and I am pretty well focused on calcium intake now, meaning dairy has been part of it. I'll explore the higher levels in vegetable sources and read the cartons of milk and yogurt. Cheese - that is always a downfall - something to consider (both of us agree - the fridge is naked without a block of Rugged Coastal Cheddar, the really sharp type they make near Steve's house.) No faux cheese, it's either eat it or don't. Interestingly, we both have taken almost all alcohol out of our diets to help us achieve these dietary goals (I crossed the threshold today into the 150 range - just 10 pounds to go.)

We're into a nicer weather time of year - still hot in the afternoon - but mornings are tolerable and there is more inclination to go outside (meaning less interest in decluttering indoors.) I'll have to make a list and try to accomplish one of my indoor things each day before I head into the yard. This morning I have been virtually decluttering my free Dropbox account - when it fills up they keep messaging me to upgrade. Some things are nice to keep free.