hi beholden,

just got back from a 50th wedding anniversary party yesterday. it was nice seeing my dad's family. (he's been dead now over 35 years.) i almost didn't go because my IBS was acting up but i took some immodium and ran out the door and was fine. the fatigue from the IBS is a constant issue.

it must be so nice having a yard and being able to work in it. being close to nature - EVEN WEEDS! - has got to have therapeutic value. dont' know much about apple trees but i am sure the tree would be happier in the ground than in a bucket. my dad used to compost the lawn trimmings. we just used to pile them up in a dark corrner of the yard where they were not very noticable. maybe you could get a bicycle and ride that to the gym when the car is not available? i am hoping to get a cycle soon myself.

i am looking forward to the finale of project runway next week. i never worry if i miss it because it's re-broadcast @ 11:30 PM on thursday nights and again between 9 and 11 PM on friday nights. often, i watch it more than once. i thought mila's clothes were nicer than jay's. it's a pity that maya dropped out because that third spot should have been hers. anthony had a lot of character and i was sorry to see him go but, a polyester evening dress in the regular season finale! Oy vey!!

i am still dealing with spiritual issues. they trouble me deeply. i don't know if an answer / solution exists but accepting that situation does not seem to help either.

time to do chores. please keep up your physical activity. spring is here and it's a great time to take walks.