Foot Warmer

Now how is that for a strange title for todays blog?

My right foot is delightfully trapped under our scardey cat Lilly at the moment, who has taken up residence on my foot cushion and indeed my right foot as well.

Its amazing to think that just under a year ago she wouldnt come anywhere near us, and now she is quite happily snuggled up round my foot. Im allowed to wiggle it gently just now and then without her moving - she feels so soft and warm.. its wonderful!!

This morning Douglas and I went swimming. We wanted to be early to avoid the possiblity of kids slamming into stiff and sore bits of D whilst he gently exercised his feet and knee back into better working order.

I thought that the pool opened at 8, so we got down there to be told it opened at 9 :-( The lady on reception said if we were gym members at £22 a month each, we could go sauna and steam. We thought about it and made positive noises about joining, but the people who could sign us up were not there.

Kindly the lady gave us access to the steam room and sauna (and pool) and told us to come back and sign up later. We would love to sign up, but at £44 a month we really cant afford it at present - particulary with D being off work for nearly 2 weeks, and due to so much sick time not getting paid for it.

We had a lovely steam and sauna, then a good 20 mins of swimming and exercising before Douglas was exhausted, so we showered, and went home.. after a very nice free session!!!! Its nice to get something for nothing now and again - I just wish it was cheaper to join, or free to those who could benefit from it :-)

D will probably take himself swimming on Monday and Tuesday to help increase his mobility further.

Hes walking with a limp, feeling ok most of the time, but he does have to take it easy and rest frequently.

Well, Im off downstairs (sorry foot warmer Lilly) to spend some time with my beloved.

Going to see The Dutchess with mum tomorrow lunch time.. a chick flick with no men invited! yay!