Barbara J. Hamby

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Busy Days

Yesterday I went over to the newly remodeled Tigard Senior Center to sign a new contract for selling my books in the gift shop. I learned that the ribbon cutting for the re-opening of the center would be held today. I toured the building and stayed for lunch on Tuesday. Then I returned today for the ceremony and luncheon. A huge crowd, including local officials such as the mayor of Tigard, was at the center. Fortunately, a church parking lot next door was available for the overflow of cars.

The building has been enlarged and the facilities expanded to accommodate more people and activities. It is encouraging to see what is being done for senior citizens in this area. The expanded kitchen and dining room provide space for a variety of food, including salad bar items, which should enable almost anyone on a restricted diet to find an adequate meal. A diabetic woman at my table was happy to be able to have a good lunch.

A nice highlight of the lunch today was a conversation with a tablemate, who complained about complicated Medicare paperwork. She turned to me and said, “You’re probably not on Medicare, so you don’t know about it.” I told her I’d been on it for fourteen years and she seemed shocked. Either she has bad eyesight or she’s a good actress.

In addition to these two breaks in my regular schedule this week, I attended a new water exercise class tonight. The exercises were a good variation from the usual set I practice in my daily sessions. I have some sore muscles, especially my neck, but I’m sure I’ll recover quickly.

Anyway, I’m now behind on writing, and need to park my rear end in a chair and hit the keyboard tomorrow.