So far this week, I have been doing boring regular things, but it feels good too. During this health challenge, I have challenged myself to exercise more because getting on and off the floor for the cat has been tough. I have done some type of exercise every day, which is a win. I have not eaten as well as I should, but that will come as I change my lifestyle. I have been walking and booking myself into classes as well.

As I have been extending my walks, I find new and interesting things such as this walking area, which is full of graffiti but is a skateboarding area. I’m not sure how often it is used now, but there are ramps and such for the skateboarders. Some are crumbled and broken, but I thought it was a pretty cool idea. It makes a walking path for other purposes since there are some schools nearby, so it made sense.

Nala, the kitty, is here on a trial basis. She is in heat at the moment, and so she makes loud angry meowing sounds a lot. I am enjoying her company, but so far, I have to sit on the floor with her to pet and comb her. She is very affectionate. If I keep her, I will sterilize her so she won’t keep doing this. I have a month trial with her. She is a ragdoll cat. She just flops down instead of lying down gently. It is cute. It is nice to have someone who is glad to have me home.

This past week, a man I met in London passed away from cancer, which very few people knew about. He had also taken relationship classes like myself, although we did not do it together. We met at a one day seminar where we both spoke about what we learned and how our relationships changed. I did not know him well, but he was very kind and made sure I had a friend in him, so I didn’t feel left out. I learned from him that it is never too late to work on relationships, be kind to others, and be your best self. He will be missed. It also reminds me never to pass up an opportunity to tell someone you care. You never know what may happen. We had not spoken recently, but I told him I appreciated him being there for me.

One of my walks was in my old neighborhood. I met some friends after my walk, which was really fun. I was surprised how many buildings were finished and how much work was going on. The area above surprised me because last year it was full of yellow flowers and it appears they will soon be building here. It will be interesting to see what happens next.

I am still studying for my driving license. Driving lessons start next week. On Tuesday, I took a Swedish language test and scored 3 out of 4 advanced on writing and reading and 4 out of 4 for understanding Swedish. I did this to start the process of further education for a job here. Also, I got my high school transcripts, which were as bad as I remembered. I never did well in school and have a difficult time studying, so I’m not sure this is the right path but making an inquiry anyway. A little self care and love, dinner with friends, training, walking, and the cat are all good things to keep me busy. It helps, but depression still creeps in sometimes. I keep moving forward and doing things I need to do, even when I don’t want to because I rarely regret it. Hugs and love to you all. ❤