Nasty pain has been an unwelcome issue plaguing my upper back and neck.
OUCH!
I have had one massage and am scheduled for another one later today.
My masseuse has magic hands you'll have to trust me, she really is worth her weight in gold.
I think it must have been swimming laps at the pool that made these muscle seize and go into spasm.
I have been avoiding the computer and so there has been a lack on my part of commenting on the comments that you have so kindly left...
my shoulders seem to be up at my ears when I type so please accept my humble apologies...
In a magazine I was perusing I saw a new scarf trick which I liked very much because it felt less structured than my usual ties.
So I grabbed one of my Hermes scarves and simply tied in once and then on the second knot I didn't pull the end all the way through...
I'll pop a jacket over this and the scarf will add just a dash of colour
it will certainly say "rain rain go away"
and I hope it does!
The garden flowers are enjoying the moisture...
Last week when I went to the Spa
(salt scrub, massage and wrap)
they offered me fresh fruit and yogurt
tea and sparkling water.
Nibbling in the posh atmosphere wearing a plush white terry robe made me feel like royalty.
I did feel spoiled...
(thank you Santa!)
So
I have been indulging in French Vanilla Activia here in The Humble Bungalow
ever since...
I try to seize these snippets and savour them.
I wish you all a weekend with many moments of happiness and JOY!
Be Well.
Hope the aches ease up, it can be so all encompassing.
ReplyDeleteAh yoghurt, I slurp down two cartons a day, it's one of my favourite foods.
We all need calcium and our bones will be stronger for it.
DeleteNice! I love the colors in that scarf. My back has been aching too, don't know if it's just age, or having been moving furniture and lifting boxes. But there's some advil in my future, no time these days for a massage.
ReplyDeleteI hope that your back will feel better soon...it could be sore muscles after all your work.
DeletePoor you hope you feel a wee bit better soon....please could you send the rain over here we have a drought problem!
ReplyDeleteYum,I eat plain,fat free yoghurt everyday.Ida
If I could send rain believe me I would!
Deletehi leslie, my back has been killing me too! too many facials!
ReplyDeletewe get thai massages. larry loves them too. it's not a fancy spa but those ladies do the trick. they walk on you and elbow you and use their feet even. we usually get a couples massage and we can watch ea other get brutalized!
It sounds like we are all having sore backs.
DeleteI think the Thai massage sounds a bit rough! I'd have it done if it helped my back though, I am fed up with this nonsense.
Mr. HB and I enjoy the couples hot stone massages.
Hope you are having a great weekend.
Hope the aches go away soon, I know how horrible upper back and neck pain can be. It can limit almost everything you do in your day to day. :(
ReplyDeleteLove the new scarf tie, will have to try it myself!!
Sounds like you know exactly what I am talking about...
Deletehope you have fun with the new tie.
So pretty, what luminous spring colours in your scarf! I do hope you feel better.
ReplyDeleteThank you Duchesse...
DeleteAn aching back affects every part of a person's body. I see a physiotherapist regularly for mine, and try to keep my core strong with Pilates. I hope you feel better really soon.
ReplyDeleteYour scarf is full of pretty spring colours, and grape hyacinths are featured in my garden this week, too.
I think I'll stop swimming laps for awhile...
Deleteand go back to the Yoga studio.
I love those grapes hyacinths!
Here's to a relaxing weekend and ironing those muscles out :)
ReplyDeleteHow's your training coming?
DeleteHow do you manage to train hard without getting injured...
any tips you care to share?
Oh-h-h I hope your back is better soon. Hope you have a relaxing weekend. Bonnie
ReplyDeleteBonnie I am not super great at staying still but have slowed down considerably.
DeleteTake care.
I hope you are feeling better soon! Lovely scarf! :)
ReplyDeleteYour new ballet flats would look cute in amongst the grape hyacinths!
DeleteSorry about your neck discomfort . . . Love the new idea for tying the scarf . . , looks wonderful. When you feel better, can you do a tie tutorial? And does the scarf need to be square . . . Thank you . . . Be better, we AlL enjoy you!
ReplyDeleteI'll make a note to do a tutorial on this...
Deleteyes the scarf does need to be square.
Leslie: I sympathize about the back - me too! As soon as I find out what life is going to throw at me, I plan to book a massage, manicure and pedicure! Such luxury, I know, but so needed.
ReplyDeleteI will soon sit down for my 3:30 cup of tea - your lovely card sits on the table by my chair. It couldn`t have come at a better time. Thanks.
Love the colour of your scarf - I also like the knot!
You are ahead of us - our grape hyacinth is not in bloom just yet, but very soon!
Have a great weekend. Peg
I hope you feel better soon. I've been dealing with knee pain and allergies. Yuck. I like how you tied the scarf.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that you are suffering Debbie...
DeleteI hope that you are sitting with your feet up and relaxing.
When you start swimming laps, if it's been awhile, it's very hard on your neck and upper back. I'd suggest one lesson with a swimming instructor, to look at your stroke, and help you so that it doesn't keep happening. I know, because this happened to me, and one lesson was all it took.
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better.
Oh I had no idea this would happen.
DeleteKathy how long did it take for your neck and back to heal?
What course of treatment did you use?
I may give up lap swimming as it's been a major set back...
I will consider the aqua fit classes as many of the over 50 gals love it.
In the meantime I have signed up for a new Yoga class.
Hope you are feeling well.
I had acupuncture right away and it healed quickly. I love swimming laps and have no problem now when swimming. Hope you're better.
DeleteLike the new way of wearing your scarf, very cute.
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon, back pain is no fun!
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A very pretty scarf Hostess and the colours are gorgeous. Just enough for us black and white girls.
ReplyDeleteHope the pain disappears soon. As for any new google thingy (last post) I choose to bury my head in the sand. It's taken me long enough to learn blogging IT basics as is so change for change sake frustrates me no end.
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Love your post on your entry hall and the flowers this morning it brightened my day!
DeleteWhat a pretty scarf, and I do like that tie!
ReplyDeleteMy grape hyacinths have all been devoured by those marauding deer! Thanks for sharing a photo of yours.
The deer have eaten my new tulips!
DeleteSo far they've left the hyacinths alone...but it's early days!
So sorry for your pain in the neck. That is something I can relate to, having suffered from tension neck for decades.
ReplyDeleteThese days, as I know mine were partly psychosomatic pains, I seldom have them, but when I do, I won´t hesitate to take painkillers first thing, as it only gets worse, if I wait.
Try to avoid draught, as it is the worst causer ( at least for me ). I even wear a soft shawl around my neck year around in the bed.
Riding the bicycle is bad too ( again the draught ). I can not imagine swimming either. But the good thing is, that doing stable work is good for my neck : ). Maybe you could volunteer to work at your sister´s stable ; ).
Anyways, try to relax your muscles over the weekend !!
Funny that you mention about the scarf...
DeleteI put a wooly cowl on yesterday as I did feel very sensitive to the cold.
Can you recommend any exercises that worked for your neck issues?
Honestly, I have tried everything possible with professional help and by myself.
DeleteHaving realized the source of my pains ( through therapy ), I seldom have neck pain anymore. And I am able to know what has caused it.
So, sadly, it is trying to avoid the draught. Painkillers, and a Volaren gel ( or similar ) spread over the hurting area + rest.
For me, it is important to medicate myself as soon as slight pain appears, waiting makes life a hell.
As I have just boasted having neck pains seldom, last night I woke up with an extremely stiff neck; having difficulties to turn in my bed with the pain.
DeleteA quick analysis of it as I grabbed my medicine : I had done no physical work on Saturday, Sunday. At this certain age, staying idle, is bad for the body and soul.
Feeling better now.
That's a great scarf trick! I will have to try it myself! Hope you are feeling better soon!
ReplyDeletePlease let me know what you think of the tie...
Deletemaybe your Hermes scarf friend does this one too.
That is my favorite yogurt too - the flavour is quite nice. Some yogurts can taste a bit fakey.
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling better! This week was absolutely ridiculous at work, I am going to try to lay low this weekend and relax after keeping up such an exhaustive pace all week.
Lovely scarf!
Hope you've managed to rest up and re-energize after your hectic week.
DeleteI think the texture and taste of this yogurt is divine :-)
Another suggestion if you want to keep swimming - a lot of friends swim with a mask and snorkel so they don't have to move their neck at all. You get all the benefits of the workout, but no neck pain. Hope you're feeling better.
ReplyDeleteKathy, now THAT does not sexy at all, lol ; )!!
DeleteIt's a good idea but not really my style...thank you for the suggestion.
DeleteI might try the aqua fit classes as they are quite popular with the over 50 ladies at the pool.
I have signed up for a new Yoga class.
Hi!
ReplyDeleteIt´s April first. Have you seen any changes made in the google, or was it just a April first joke???????????
Mette,
ReplyDeleteI don't understand because the Blogger message was right at the top of my page...
Or perhaps it was an April Fools joke.... :-(
On a walk through Oak Bay on Thursday, I saw a family of four deer dining out in a pretty little garden. What a shock!
ReplyDeleteIs it the corner by Oak Bay Lodge?
Deletethe house with the white picket fence?
I've seen them there inside the yard and on the stairs munching the planters!
There were 5 in the cemetery on Friday at dusk...
they are everywhere!