Instaurare omnia: to restore all things. What is restoration? Is it to restore something or someone back to what they once were... is it to renew... or is it really both? Weekends away can have a restorative effect on ones mind and body. But are we returning to what was, or embracing something new?
I love getting out of town. I'd like to go away every weekend. Unfortunately, the pull of responsibilities around home prevent this from happening every Friday afternoon, so I must enjoy the opportunity whenever it presents itself.
There are the joys of laying in a bed that isn't mine, being lost in someone else’s kitchen and the sampling of another's cooking - all a part of the "getaway" experience. October brings rich fall colors, as the vineyards turn marigold and aging sweet grapes hang their purple bounty. Hills of brown grass roll into dusty green oaks, then down to rust, red and yellow colored trees. It's a painted landscape for the senses, as a short Indian summer befalls us.
This past weekend, a "getaway" experience presented itself to me. I jumped at the opportunity to get out of town. It was heavenly to leave my world behind. With every narrow winding curve of the country roads leading me away from home, I was able to shut the door temporarily on my current life in this boring town. It's like the mini great escape.
I was also able to go for a 3 mile walk this weekend. It was interesting to process this experience now that I am on these new thyroid meds. I noticed the different times when I felt tired, but was able to work through it, which is a big change for me. Normally, over-exertion will force me to sit or lay down for a while. It felt great to push myself. I was concerned about my body's ability to recover, but come Monday morning I was ready to go.
I hiked three miles on Monday, up and down small hills, over rock infested trails. I handled it without a second thought. Again, I notice how tired I am at about 45 minutes into it, but am able to finish. Monday evening I fell asleep on the couch, but it could have been more recovery from the weekend, than the walk in general.
One of my thyroid emailers told me that I should continue to see improvement the longer I am on Armour. I do have to remember that it has only been, what 6 weeks? Thyroid recovery can take months.
I hate waiting.
And for some reason I don't feel like writing - we have those times. It all feels like "blah".
Until next time-
C
