Bragging - part II

Bragging Day - part II

Yesterday I was bragging about my exercise and mental games  (Really mostly a challenge to myself to keep going!!!)

As I mentioned then:

In my look at Alzheimer’s disease, there are several positive factors that one can follow::

• Exercise
• Mental stimulation
• Social interaction
• Diet and nutrition
• Sleep
• Meditation
• Positive attitude

So, let’s see if I am keeping up with the rest of my prevention of Alzheimer’s goals:

Social Interaction:

My big event is once a week when I play social bridge.  I do get to groups, but not always much interaction. Playing with the Williamson County Symphony is nice - and I’m in a group of people, but not much interaction.  Church is nice - and I get to visit with friends afterward. I generally see one of my friends for a two-hour coffee session once a week (plus 500 texts between the two of us!!!)  I went to my second Granny Basketball practice two days ago - again, not much socially, but some interaction with fellow human beings!!! I could be doing more!!

Diet and nutrition:

Okay, I have a weakness - I like snacks and sweets.  Plus somebody always makes cookies or coffeecake for the bridge group - and I make sure I enjoy that!!  And, (shhh- don’t let anybody know), I do have that gallon of Chocolate Chip Ice Cream in the freezer

And, I still have about ten pounds to lose.

Sleep:

My sleep patterns are interesting.  I fall asleep quickly (frequently thinking of what I’m going to write for this daily blog).  But, I wake up at least two times during the night for the restroom and after the second one, I tend to be awake for an hour.  But, I get at least one great nap during the day (generally twenty minutes or less).

Meditation:

I have a daily quiet time for reflection, scripture reading, and prayer.  I also interact with KW on spirituality topics.  

Positive attitude:

Yes!!  I have talked of being a Pollyanna - who sees the good in everything.  Only when I get a little tired might my attitude slip!!

Other points of interest:

Finance is going to be a concern for me as I/we go into our divorce.  I try to share our income with my wife - and it is going to be okay. (But, repairing the transmission on my car last week for $4670 did hit the finances!!!)

Family:

Maybe the lowest point on my attitude.  I am trying to compensate through other activities!!

How are you doing with these categories?

Hugs!!

Karen