Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012 – New Wheels for the New Year
Elliott welcomed a new addition to his fleet of vehicles
this past week. “Ted” is a sleek,
black-and-chrome 3-wheeler, perfect for formal occasions as well as casual
outings. Ted joins the
Burberry-clad Winnie (a fellow-3-wheeler) and 4-wheelers Sylvester and
Ruby. Meanwhile, I’m still
driving that old Lincoln Town Car, a hand-me-down from my mother. I’d love to trade it in for something a
little easier to park as long as it accommodates his wheels. Elliott has already started doing
research online.
I’ve devoted much of the past week to cultivating a
lifestyle of leisure. My greatest
accomplishment? I’ve learned to spend
an hour sitting on the deck with a cup of coffee and a novel without feeling
the slightest twinge of guilt. Of course,
this is only possible because Elliott’s condition has improved so much. His meds are keeping the pain level
tolerable. Plentiful rest, healthy
meals, and fresh air have also contributed to his well-being. We even made a trip into DC on Friday to
attend the opening of our friend Frank’s photography exhibit at a downtown art gallery. Elliott managed quite a bit of walking,
albeit with frequent rest breaks. We’re
optimistic that, with regular exercise, he’ll soon increase his endurance.
It will be a very subdued Rosh Hashanah for us this
year. But we’re ready with a round
challah, apples, and honey. L’shana
tova. Best wishes to all for a
happy and healthy new year.
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