Better living through chemistry

I went to the MD tonight. I did not get the pain shot (I'm not in that much pain). I did not get the Rx for Tylenol #3 (with codeine) filled, either (I'm not in that much pain). I am taking the samples of Bextra, similar to Celebrex, as a treatment for inflammation. It will have the added benefit of working for my tendonitis, too (which is much better than it was last week). The MD wants me to come in for x-rays at my convenience. It'll probably be next week. He's treating it as if it's arthritis. I don't really think that's what it is. But I will try to hearken to Jo's wise counsel and start walking more.

The Global Wildlife Center (link below) was a great adventure. My little boy was frightened of the very large horns on the very large Watusi cattle. He was also frightened by the American Bison. We saw four giraffes - a 22 year-old male, a 9 year-old female, and their two year- and one year-old daughters. The male was very, very tall. The zebras have become quite a talking point for the little boy. According to the tour guide, zebras show both affection and aggression by biting. So, if they like you, they'll bite you. If they don't like you, they'll bite you harder. Sounds like a lose/lose thing. In any case, we were not permitted to feed the zebras. Each child got a cup of dried corn to throw to the animals. The giraffes, Watusi cattle, bison and Watusi cattle would eat from your hand. I fed the giraffe by hand, but small boy wanted none of it. Some may think he's wimpy. I think he's wisely cautious.

The bus ride back was quite a highlight for me. Yes, the bus ride. School buses here are privately owned and operated, and this bus had an awesome sound system. The driver, Mr. Mathews, plugged in some early/mid 70's R&B and we jammed all the way home. My favorite was Love Train, by the O'Jays. I defy anyone over the age of 40 to listen to that song without wanting to dance. Even with a bum knee!