waves, mind if I 'chime in' here?? Music can be very soothing, energizing, calming, well, let's just say it's good for alot of things. One of the things that my DH missed the most being hospitalized was not being able to listen to music. I don't think any of you here know this, but he is what I lovingly the 'world's oldest hippie'... he started getting the magazine Rolling Stone practically at it's inception, and still has a subscription today. He loves all kinds of music, very eclectic tastes, and had quite a HUGE collection of CDs, we're talking hundreds and hundreds. And, believe it or not, I was a Music Major in college. I was a singer, classical mostly, opera, etc. I was in many operas at my college - Indiana University, where they have the world's largest, and famous School of Music. Also, we had an eBay store selling CD;s, cassettes, and, yes, even records. All of that was lost in the fire, including, of course, his and my music collections. He wasn't able to listen to any music at all for three months. We had his music blaring last night, and he welcomed that!! He also used to play guitar, and I bought him a new one; now we just have to tune it up. He really wants to get back into his music!

So, getting back to EXERCISE, have you ever heard of or seen ZUMBA? My sister takes a class in it, and I've seen on my cable guide that they have a Zumba Class on TV also. She said doing that really makes you sweat... We have vowed to try to stay in shape an, to that end, I have already purchased a motorized treadmill, which is set up in our basement. Now all we have to do is get down there and start using it! I also purchased an exercise ball, which I used a lot when I had Rehab after my back surgery. I really enjoy using that!

On a different note, it's terrible that you won't be able to continue with your pdoc because of money - what are you going to do instead? Is there a Health Center or Clinic with a sliding scale? I don't think I ever had a chance to tell you how sorry I am that you lost your job.... that must have been a big and shocking blow.

Try to keep up with the dancing!! I am not very co-ordinated when it comes to dancing, but it sure is great exercize and keeps your spirits up!