My little red tether is my anchor in running with my friends. A beautiful guide dog has been my tether/anchor in mobility and independence for 17 years: 1. Pantera 2. Cricket, and now my beautiful 3. Georgina (Georgie). A life of family and friends is my joy and anchor in life.

The human spirit is stronger than anything that can happen to it. CC Scott

Monday, October 19, 2009

Just another day

It took me three skirts and four different shirts to find an outfit for today. I enjoy being creative in what I am wearing and without relying on the mirror, it becomes a matter of comfort and usually Steve's vote or my memory of a previous outfit that was a success. Our morning conversation can go something like this - Steve, how does this look? okay. just okay? (I change or add something). how does this look - do my colors go okay together? yes, it works. I don't want it to just work - I want it to look fabulous (I change). how does this look? you are beautiful. Okay, ready to go.

I walked over to Arctic Circle, they said Hi Becky & Cricket and I open up my purse and realize that I don't have my wallet. I said, oh sad I don't have my wallet. The manager said, Its Becky day - what you order is free!

During our break between clients, Cricket went to the door and looked longingly outside. It was a beautiful fall day and although we were able to have two nice walks and a yoga session (which during 'plank', she got underneath me) after 9 days of lots of time outside she wanted more.

4 comments:

Lacey said...

Rob and I so have that conversation all the time!!

Anonymous said...

Becky, you are such an inspiration to me. I am so impressed with your beautiful attitude about life ... right down to your clothing!
P.S. I think I'm falling in love with Cricket!

Kauaiart said...

If Cricket got underneath you in Plank, believe me, she was doing you a favor! In this pose, even when I draw my navel to my spine, my back pops like 'pop beads'! Love the pose just the same!
Thanks Cricket~

Becky Andrews said...

Lacey - that is funny. Glad to hear I'm not alone!
Fran - fun to connect and yes, you'd LOVE Cricket. We must get together sometime soon.
Suzy - yes, you know plank! Last night she snuggled up to me in a position and my sweet instructor brought me a block. Most of the time she spends it on her mat but every once in a while she slides over for a snuggle.