Thursday: How Are You Moving Today?

As I posted earlier, my bike ride was cut short by a thunderstorm this morning, which resulted in me adding 4 miles to my total this week.  I am up to almost 120 miles since last Friday.  That number boggles my mind (more than usual).

I walked 4 miles at lunch time today and I wore shorts in downtown Minneapolis for the first time....ever.  My walk was more comfortable than if I had been wearing jeans as is my usual habit, but I found myself feeling self-conscious about it.  I will keep wearing shorts for my lunch time walks when the weather is warm so that I eventually become more comfortable doing so. 

I hope to go on a bike ride after supper tonight if the weather cooperates and I finish some of my other chores first.

 So, how are you moving today?

RP

RP,

Well I took a walk and swam in the pool with Marek. It was actually a good workout in the pool because he kept hanging onto me......

Any advice for a wasp bite? I was turning on the water to clean out the pool filter and a wasp had a nest under the deck and bit me on the back, OUCH....It still hurts.......

Kelly

Kelly:

Ouch!  Wasp bites suck!  Here is something I found on line that might help:

Wasp Sting Treatment

The wasp sting treatment that is required depends on the severity of the reaction or symptoms.

For less severe local reactions, a mild pain killer such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen can be used to make the victim more confortable. Topical anesthetic creams will also help relieve the pain. Antihistamines are also very useful for a wasp sting because they help control the swelling, itch, and skin redness. Antihistamines and pain killers can be taken for several days until the symptoms decrease in intensity. Hyrocortisone creams or calamine lotion can also help reduce swelling and itch.

Other treatments involve using cold compresses and ice packs (15 minutes on and 15 minutes off) to reduce swelling, ease the pain, and slow the spread of venom. A paste of baking soda can also be used to relieve some of the wasp sting symptoms.

To prevent infection, it is a good idea to wash the affected area with antibacterial soap and water and treat the area with an antiseptic. An antibacterial ointment may also be used. Avoid scratching since this is a major cause for infections.

Good luck,

RP

RP,

I knew I could count on you.....Thanks.....I'm going to go take some Tylenol and put some Hydrocortizone cream on.........

Man, this sucker stings........ It's right by the shoulder blade.......OUCH.....

Thanks again,   Kelly

Kelly - do you have to make sure the stinger is out? I am not sure about wasps, but I've heard that with other bees. Hope your sting is feeling better soon.

I took my boys on an 8 mile bike ride today. Man, we had a blast! Probably went at the worst time of day though for sun & heat - Noon - but it was worth the picnic in the park! Came home & cooled off in the sprinkler! And then treated the boys to an ice cream cone. Perfect summer day in my book.

Glad the weather cleared quickly this morning so we could enjoy being outside today.

I rode my bike 14 miles this evening.  Aside from the lovely weather, the highlight of my ride was a red headed woodpecker that darted 3 feet in front of my nose as I cruised down the road.  I would not have been able to see such an incredible creature so close up if I had ben in a car.

Husband and I went for a brisk walk (was brisk for me since I'm 5'2" and he's 6'4" and has much longer legs!) that was about 3 miles long.  It was nice to go out and it felt SO incredibly good!  I know I'll sleep better tonight!