Two Things
One of the faithful seniors who comes to my Silver Sneaker's class every week took the time to talk to me after class and tell me that she started the class doubtful that she'd be able to do it, sitting for most of the workout, doing what she could, etc. But now she can stand and work behind her chair for longer and longer periods of time, something she never thought possible. Of course, I have noticed that she has been standing more often, but in order to be sensitive, I didn't point it out. Seniors can be especially sensitive about their weaknesses, I have found. She was radiant in her joy over what she has accomplished. She looked so youthful in that moment and I was thankful to see that and be able to share in her joy. This short conversation did two very timely and significant things for me. #1- It put my own physical accomplishments and goals into perspective. By that, I mean that what she has accomplished may actually be more significant than all that I'