Time For A Decision

A lot in life depends on choices we make. Many of us, even when we know something's healthy (better nutrition, more exercise), don't move in that direction unless something pushes us. 

Four months in the hospital severely impaired my physical health. Harm came not just from a medical condition but from lying inactive for so long. My leg muscles atrophied, my body enervated into languor and I lost 50 lbs. When discharged (in May) I feared my life would be permanently affected by that deterioration.

Fortunately, I am pleased to report, three months of intense rehabilitation have restored my physical shape. I can now stand from a seated position, climb stairs, lift heavy objects and do deep squats. Essentially I'm back to the palmy days before this ordeal began.

I know this to be true because rehabilitation therapists measure your ability to perform physical tasks. They just informed me that because I've returned to normal they're ending further rehab. Insurance pays only to get you back to normal, not improve beyond it.

So, what now? Coast at this level? Be functional but not exceptional?

No! I'm going further! I'm choosing to push beyond normal. I signed up for gym membership and a personal trainer so I can continue exercising and honing balance and coordination. Of course this will cost money but the expense is worth it.

The future depends on a choice I make today. When a desideratum is as vital as health you should opt for maximum efflorescence. I can't control the future but I will meet it with the best me possible. That much I can devise.

Abraham Lincoln said "The best way to predict your future is to create it."