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aButterflySenior Contributor
Hi all....
aButterfly/Anna is back.....
In what capacity - I'm not sure yet....
I am lonely.... (& my psychiatrist is "very concerned about my social isolation" - I don't like her persistant suggestions to make "friends" in the 'real' world.....)
Sending strength to those who need it...
Namaste,
A
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
Hello @aButterfly
It is soooo lovely to see you here my friend 
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MazaritaSenior Contributor
Hi @aButterfly, yes, I get peopled out. And then I crave people, lol. So good to hear the kittens have gone to good homes.Wonderful that you got some photos too. Phooey to the hassles. I think you are doing the best thing with the forum in some ways. I keep reminding myself that 'real life' is more important. Then I find myself again spending chunks of time here, lol. All is basically well with me at the moment anyway, give or take some ups and downs and roundabouts. Awesome that you are still into your yoga. I have started a gym class at the rehabilitation gym at the public hospital. Had one session and loved it. Can't wait for the next one. 
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MazaritaSenior Contributor
Morning, @aButterfly. I know what you mean about things being a bit nerve wracking on the forum sometimes. Wise that you took a break when you needed it.
Only had one session of gym so far. The program is designed and supervised by physiotherapists for my (low) level of fitness and my physical health problems. So it is a very light workout at the moment including some treadmill, bike, leg press, weights (1kg, lol), stepping, various seated and standing stretches. One hour session that will gradually increase demands as my fitness improves. Still walking on the beach, though not as frequently over summer with the hot weather. Heading into the cooler months I'm hoping I get the number of walks a week up again. I like to do three walks a week if possible.
Hugs back!
Namaste.
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
Good afternoon @aButterfly 
been thinking of you today , hope you are ok xx
hello @Mazarita, @Former-Member, @Appleblossom, @Jacques
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