30-03-2013, 04:56 PM
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Re: This is amazing
Originally Posted by Cookiecate
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A lot of old people still walk around and look after themselves and that is great, many elderly folk also knit, I have been known to do it myself but dancing is a skill and this lady still has 'it'
06-04-2013, 10:41 AM
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Re: This is amazing
Originally Posted by Cookiecate
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When I watch this I feel so sad that the arthritis means that I am not at all agile. I love to dance and this lady can certainly dance, she is just amazing.http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=8LOdmka4_90
It is sad what the human body does to us but you have some wonderful memories - memories a lot of people won't have that they can cherish when their time comes Cookie - so don't feel to down: better to have had and lost than never to have had at all (yes, I'm paraphrasing
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06-04-2013, 11:33 AM
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You are so right Ben.. I have lots of memories, some of them make me blush, some make me laugh, and some make me wish I had realised then how happy I was.My biggest grouch about the Arthur Ritis is that it makes me feel old when my mind is still young. The only good thing is that I get attention from people as I shop, they are helpful beyond belief. I often get smiles from people who don't usually smile. I was sitting on some steps waiting for my husband, my knees were knocking at the time. This gentleman passed me on the steps turned gave me a huge smile and a kiss can you believe this?
Sometimes it makes me sad but this time I am going to know how happy I am.
06-04-2013, 11:41 AM
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I'm glad you have happy memories Cookie - I sometimes think they are the only things of real value that we carry with us because they can neither be bought or sold and they are unique to each person; a real treasure. I think we all wish we could have known we were as happy as we were but hindsight is a very selfish attribute - what's the point of knowing after the event!Arthritis shouldn't make you feel old - children can get arthritis so it isn't something that just afflicts the elderly; maybe it's more the incapacitation that makes you feel that way. It's lovely that you pointed out such a great positive though: without your arthritis, would those people have bothered to be so pleasant? Maybe not but they were and think of how that show of pleasantness made you feel
It is only natural to feel sad about lost abilities and it happens to all of us. I was an avid swimmer, I would swim 4 or 5 times a week and never less than 50 non-stop lengths but after damaging my thigh whilst digging, I haven't been able to swim for 2 years and can't swim again as it will aggravate it. But I'm aware that not many people could swim the length I could and that got me chatting to people that I probably wouldn't have chatted to. The pool attendants would see me walk in and rope off a lane for me - that used to make me smile. Life gives and takes away Cookie - keep your eyes peeled for the next gift it gives you and don't miss the opportunity when it comes
06-04-2013, 01:12 PM
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Oh Cate - know how you feel gal - dancing was my passion - just have to watch now... Arthritis - severe nerve damage, vertigo - the list goes on. So, we have to seek out the things that make us happy. This forum is one for me as well as nature and most of all - MUSIC
06-04-2013, 01:46 PM
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I love music all kinds although not to keen on classics or opera. Love to read, and play games on my phone (how sad is that)? I love watching films on television and of course hubs loves football and has taught me the rules so I can enjoy it too.Enjoy taking our dog out there are some lovely beaches around about. I make my jam and marmalades which bring lots of compliments and satisfaction. I like Facebook although it is getting a bit much now, I don't know who half my friends are and of course the OFF which is a delight, over the years I have met some lovely people some of them I am still in contact with although they are not on the boards anymore.
08-04-2013, 11:17 AM
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Re: This is amazing
Originally Posted by Cookiecate
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I love music all kinds although not to keen on classics or opera.
Agreed - I've never really liked classical or operatic music.
Yep
Enjoy taking our dog out there are some lovely beaches around about. I make my jam and marmalades which bring lots of compliments and satisfaction. I like Facebook although it is getting a bit much now, I don't know who half my friends are and of course the OFF which is a delight, over the years I have met some lovely people some of them I am still in contact with although they are not on the boards anymore.
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