times they have a ch-ch-changed

so a combination of i-killya and suspension push-ups have caused a back spasm of some sort. those of you who remember this time last year my back did some spasm thing resulting in a 1/2 numb right thigh and the ensuing physical therapy that became regular gym-base strength training.
i am on the edge hoping this [...]

when friday picks you up

a cape cod crush (southern comfort, cranberry juice, fresh lime and ice whirled in the blender – pour and serve),
white cheddar cheese with herbs and vegs bites,
on toasted crackers,
with old fashioned martini olives and salted nuts on the side
and a few slices of dry salami
ah……….

wii fit start

so we just set-up the wii fit for the both of us.  it told me i was ‘overweight’ at 211 lbs (i am 6′2″) with a BMI of 28 something – i cannot remember the exact number though i am sure it will.
it reported something called my wii fit age at 48 (i am, in [...]

minimal disc deterioration – no herniation – slight arthritic changes

radiographs back and doc reports nothing of significance. jeesh, i’d hate to know what something of significance felt like because this state i am in sucks.
regular PT lady in yesterday for my appointment.  i like her because she contorts you and squeezes, and for whatever reason you get at least some relief.  it may be [...]

lame in the lumbar

numbness remains – rehabilitation begun.
saw my primary care doc.  i am so glad to have him – he is wonderful.  quiet, thorough, kind, maybe a few years older…. he says there is trouble around L4 and/or 5 in the lumbar section of my spine – basically, where your back becomes your butt. something is pushing [...]