Remember that old saying.........

"If you want something done right.....do it yourself." 

This week I have been coming to terms with the fact that a large amount of my stuff did not make it to Arizona.  It was a mistake my husband made and even though it was an oversight, it doesn't change the fact that NONE of my sewing stuff made it here except for my machine.  There were many other items inside a very large red tub that used to hold our Christmas tree.  I had filled it with craft and sewing items to bring with me to Arizona.  Unfortunately, the tub the turtle had been in was  exactly like it.  We filled that tub with coats and boots from out front closet that we did not want to take to Arizona.  The tub had not been opened because I had been so busy with getting settled, getting school started, etc. that I just hadn't even had time to think about it.  Also inside was my nice selection of note cards that I had planned to use to write to friends and family.  There are many other things in it...some of which I remember and some of which I am sure I don't.  Having the tub with coats and boots is in no way any sort of consolation.  My husband feels bad.  I wonder how bad he feels.  I mean does he feel $50 bad?  or $100 bad? or maybe even $200 bad?  I need to find out.

The weather was 83 here today and they are predicting extremely cold temperatures for the weekend.  We are supposed to get in the 50s I think.  :)  They are also predicting a dust storm tomorrow.  A dust storm occurred just a few days after we got here and there was a massive pile up on the I-10 with casualties.  I certainly hope nothing like that happens tomorrow.  I will be avoiding the I-10 and will hopefully get my shopping done in the morning.

I finally found a water aerobics class and went yesterday.  I met some nice ladies but they are really hung up on their pain.  I learned that you can't sit around and focus on your pain or you will never get anything accomplished.  That is how I stay out of a wheelchair.  I could very easily slide back there if I am not careful.  I fight it every day. They have chronic pain support groups there also and I can really benefit from that.  The BEST thing about the water aerobic classes is that the pool water is a constant temperature and it is warm and after class there is a very nice hot tub that we can relax in for as long as we want to.  It really is an environment that promotes healing and wellness (as long as the class members don't complain too much) .  It costs more as does just about everything else here but it is well worth the extra money.

This weekend we are going to go check out some of the neighboring cities like Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Apache Junction.  We have not made a definitive decision about whether or not to stay here. It is not easy to buy land here that is affordable. Vince is looking for a permanent position in several different areas.  All I know is, I WILL be getting my sewing tub out of storage when our lease is up here. lol

Blessings to all