Tag Archives: Health

Back Care

Posted on April 29, 2023 by sputterpub

I think I can ease this though I’m over seventy-three,in spite of the fact that they told me there isn’t a fix.The sad diagnosis the doctor depicted for megoes back to a summer of pain in Two Thousand and Six.I … Continue reading →

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Salt-Free

Posted on April 23, 2023 by sputterpub

Acknowledging hurt feelings can be wise,but blaming may be stupid and unfair.Perhaps you could switch roles, and recognizeyour sister’s thought, intention, love, and care.What would you have her do? Can you advisebehavior that will get her anywhere?If there’s a wound … Continue reading →

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To Feel Your Best (YWA)

Posted on April 17, 2023 by sputterpub

To feel my best, I guess I can’t forego.I thought to skip a day, to try to rest,but less than half an hour I’ll bestow,to feel my best. I overdid last night, to fete a guest –a lot of wine, … Continue reading →

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Kneek

Posted on April 7, 2023 by sputterpub

I must have tweaked my left knee recently,for daily it protests a certain bend.As usual it’s port that bothers me –my starboard side has been my better friend.I notice symptoms of debility –a bode of failure or a warning trend?Recording, … Continue reading →

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Leakage

Posted on March 20, 2023 by sputterpub

The evidence could wreak hysteria.We shouldn’t tell the public what we found –their panic would pervade each area where people congregate and rumors mound.And anyway, the bioscience needssupport from governors – the funds redound to buy campaigns and research that … Continue reading →

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Down Time

Posted on March 19, 2023 by sputterpub

It took some time but now we think I caughtthe virus that infected both my kids,their mates and children. Less than they, not fraughtwith symptoms, my assessment just forbidsexertion, chill or company. The thoughtof leaving home repels. I’ll rest eyelidsand … Continue reading →

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Tending to Ending

Posted on March 13, 2023 by sputterpub

“It ends so often badly,” was the phrase.I heard it recently, or maybe readthe syllables, but ever since it playsrecurrently, a worm inside my head,a view I don’t dispute. In truth I dreada bad decline. I plan to exerciseas many … Continue reading →

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Eye Exam

Posted on March 12, 2023 by sputterpub

I don’t mind eye exams, but I’d avoiddilating drops forever if I could.By consequential glare I am annoyed,and though I know the doctor needs a goodlook in the orb – because the likelihoodof problem is increased, by age conveyed –for … Continue reading →

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Instructions

Posted on March 11, 2023 by sputterpub

My facialist suggested that I trya moisturizing sunblock with some tint.It seemed a good idea; I chose to buya tube. Her tip was more than just a hint –“Be sure to shake it well each time.” So Ihad details, which … Continue reading →

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Brownie Nut Cookies

Posted on February 26, 2023 by sputterpub

I tried a cookie recipe last week.I substituted walnuts for pecansand used straight allulose, but my techniquewas sensible (as were the written plans).And I’ll report they have the taste I seek:full chocolate while adhering to the banswe’ve chosen – anti-sugar, … Continue reading →

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