A S-L-O-W Recovery Process

This week I got a glimmer of hope that my hip is getting better, but my physical therapy appointment showed me that it will be a slow recovery process—literally.

Scooby’s content to be walking in this weather,
but my hair seems to be protesting something.

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Another Flight, Another Hike

This week I made it through the last of my summer business trips. Traveling always disrupts my schedule, but my overnight trip to California was a doozy! It wasn’t San Fransisco cool when I got home, but it was cool enough for a solid hike this weekend.

One of the many creek crossings on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail.
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Jumping Into July

Even though my hip really isn’t any better than it was last week, knowing that it’s probably just a soft tissue injury that will get better without surgery has me nearly jumping with joy. Now I just have to be patient, which we all know is hard, but not as hard as post-op rehab.

Happy July 4th!
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Celebrating At The July 2026 Coffee Date

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Welcome to the July 2026 edition of the Ultimate Coffee Date link up Deborah and I host the first Friday of every month so we can catch up on all the things we would discuss if we were having coffee. I … Continue reading

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A Tale Of Two Swimming Pools

This week has been a week of contrasts—from non-stop networking in San Diego to relaxed family time in Florida. My two swimming pool experiences highlight the differences, although neither was the worst of times.

Pool deck at The Pendry, San Diego
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