Father's Day Tribute

June 15, 2008
Tribute For My Father
Today is Father's day. It is a very special day for all of us. Especially those who have awesome dads. A few days ago, a beloved father, and newscaster (Tim Russert) passed away. He was 58 years old. He left behind a wife, a son (18 years old) and his own dad. Everyone in the media was deeply saddened at this news. Not too long ago, Tim had written a moving book giving tribute to his own dad. Apparently, this book was filled with love for his dad, and all the accolades due him.
None of us knows how much time we have on this earth. We should none of us ever take anything for granted. Since my back surgery, and subsequent losses, I don't take things for granted anymore. Not things, abilities, or people. I cherish all of the things in my life that I do have. All of my abilities, and more importantly, all of the people I have in my life. I cherish my family. Each and every one. They are wonderful gifts from God.
If there was an outline for being a great dad.. Dad, it would be very much like the outline of your life. From the beginning, you are the most kind, wise, generous, and patient man I have ever known. Your optimism and zest for life is inspiring. The fun we have always had growing up, I could never forget. You have been a soldier, a teacher, a lifeguard, and a myriad of other wonderful things too. Your life experiences could fill a whole biography book. I'm so proud of you and all of your accomplishments.
A dad should be the "Prince Charming" in every little girl's life. I am blessed.. because, I got the Prince!
On this Father's Day, I just want you to know how much I appreciate and love you. I love you with all my heart.. now and always.

Your Daughter,
Linda

Awesome Beach Day

Hi Summer-loving people. I had a great time at the beach yesterday, with all my nieces and grand-nieces. Kelis is so cute. She loves her sand toys and being with all of us. Mozelle is the living doll of all time. I just want to keep kissing her, she is as sweet as honey. I love Jenny's new hair look. Wow! She looks like a movie star. Angie looks wonderful. She is happy and centered. She always keeps my feet on the ground. All in all, we had a great day. This time, I took 3 waves. Hooray. Angie body surfed and rode a few herself, feeling exhilarated. Next week is 4th of July. We get to "hang" at the beach with the entire family. Can hardly wait. Will be a blast. 'Till then folks, have a good one.. love and peace, Linda

Dr. Coufal, and Dance Class

Hi all. I saw Dr. Coufal yesterday, because he wanted to make sure things were better, since my last visit in December. Back then, I was in so much pain, he immediately ordered a new MRI and put me on to a pain specialist. I explained what I've been doing, and how it has helped. He was so pleased. He did not think I needed to have the hardware removed. It is an option I will research. I did not ask him the recovery time for such an ordeal.
Dance class was great. I feel better and mostly feel better self-esteem. Hooray. Hope this finds everyone well and happy. Love and Peace.. Linda

Boogie boarding ..and Ballet Class

Hey all you Summer Fun Loving people. I went to the beach today, and it was of course, beautiful the water was great. I took my boogie board out and rode one wave. I have not done that for about 3 years!! Hoooray. Was a lot of fun. Next time I'm heading to "Goonlight" because there are no rocks in the sand there.
I had a wonderful week. Started out with a great Yoga class, followed by physical therapy.. then a good Ballet class. I am making more progress each time I go. I can actually do chene turns and some piques too. Never thought I could do them again. Life is good. My therapist says, the more exercise I do, the better I will feel, and the more I can physically do. It is a win-win situation. Praise God. I know Angie is having a blast as I write this.. so a shout out to her.. and when she gets back we have a lot to talk about. Love you.. Peace Out, Lin

Cool Fun

Hey everyone. I had a real nice time with my niece Angie and my Grand Niece Keir on Tues evening. We had pasta and salad and good food at Filippe's in Encinitas. I finally got to give them their presents and cards for their birthdays!. Thanks Angie for a fun evening. Wishing you all the best on your trip, I KNOW you will have a lot of fun. I am sending some e-mails to various Yoga studios in North County. I want to let them know about my new back healing class, and give them a synopsis of my syllabus. Wish me luck. 'Till I get a chance to blog again, here's Love Peace and Happiness goin out to you.. Linda

Yoga and Teaching

Hi all you Zen and Yoginis out there. My Yoga class was so good today. I also went over (after class) to Bodacious Living ( a Yoga Center) in Carlsbad, and spoke to the manager. I asked her if she had any places on the schedule for me to start a new class. She told me not until September, but to e-mail her with my idea and my contact info. So I did. I want to teach a class called "the Healing Back Class". It would consist of easy Yoga, easy Pilates, easy Ballet, and some physical therapy for the back based on Callenetics. there are so many people who have back problems, and would love to avoid back surgery.. that I'm sure the class would be a welcomed thing in the community. And, I could earn extra dollars, to save and eventually start my computer business!! Life is good. I will also look into other venues to try to get classes going.
Hope this finds everyone well, centered and happy. Love, Linda

Beach Weather

Hi everyone. I went to the beach for 2 hours on Sunday. The weather was beautiful. I read my book, and got some nice color on my skin. Next week, I will venture into the water with my boogie board. Has been almost 3 years since I have done that. I also, went to see my parents to give a nice Father's Day card to my dad, along with a nice gift for him. He is so cute. The shirt I got him, looks great on him too. Hope soon, the rest of the family gets over their colds and flu.. would be great to spend time with them. I'll sign off 'till next time. Love to all, Linda

"Cats"

Wow. I saw Cats about 20 something years ago, in Los Angeles at the Shubert Theatre. Was fantastic. Again, unreal and fantastic this time. I had a blast watching it with my niece Angie and her daughter Keir. They enjoyed the production a lot too. We had a glass of wine before the show. Next time because they charged $7.50 for one small glass, I'm investing in a flask. That was a little much. Other than that, we enjoyed the wonderful morning sunshine in "paridise" San Diego, saw a super good play.. and headed home to rest. I again, slept like a rock. The day before, on Saturday.. I went with my friend Merna downtown to Balboa Park (Casa Del Prado Theatre) to see Fran do her annual recital, and she tapped her way into our hearts once again. Was a lot of fun, and her family was there as well including the little ones (her grandkids) to support her performance. All in all, the production was real fun, and all the dancers (especially the "company" dancers did a real nice job on stage. This coming week, I will help my family with the co-ordination of Father's Day. We always have a lot of hungry people, so food is a big priority. Until I write again, I'll sign off.. Love and Peace, Linda

Very Busy Week

Hey all.. I went again to Ballet class last night, came home and watched "So You Think You Can Dance". First, I cooked for my parents and took some good food over for them. Had a bite to eat there, then right off to class. Slept like a rock. I actually found some tiny progress in class. Could do a bit more than last week. Hoooray. Today is a work day. Tomorrow is pick up tickets for my friend's recital (Sat morn). Go to the bank, get some rest. then get ready to travel downtown for the recital, picking up Merna on the way. Thank God I'm off on Sunday. Because in the early Matinee.. Angie and I and Keir are going to see "Cats" downtown again. Whew! I hope next week is more mellow. Should be. But I have to get ready for Father's Day and my niece and her daughter's birthdays. Fun, fun, fun. Life is good. Love and peace, Linda

Sex And The City

Hey out there.. The movie was wonderful. I laughed I cried, and laughed some more. My sister Karen and I saw the flick Tues evening, and we both loved it. Samantha is a riot. Her expressions when viewing a very naked, and God-Like Dante, were priceless. The costumes, the jokes, the gay guys, the whole thing was a lot of fun. Definately a "chick-flick". There was a fair amount of men in the audience, and they were laughing as much as the women. This is definately not for young kids. All adults could enjoy this romp, tho.
I had a very good day earlier on too. Yoga was fun and healing. After the movie, I went over to see my Niece Angie's progress on her painting of her space. Getting done, and looking good. Hooray for you Ang. I have to go today for my back therapy, then grocery shopping. Because I will cook some home-made goodies for me and my parents on Thurs. Love and Peace, Linda