My Other Boy

I was out on the deck with Jax this afternoon and happened to look over and see Charlie looking at us through the deck storm door.  I don't usually like taking photos through an extra set of (non-photographic quality) glass, but I had to take a few shots.  Charlie, like most tabby cats, is very photogenic.  And although I usually like seeing his lovely ginger tones, I decided to go mono with this.  He's been such a wonderful addition to our little family and I can't believe we've had him 8 years now.  Phoebe still isn't crazy about him, but Jax thinks Charlie is his best friend (Charlie would disagree with this).

I am having an excellent day in terms of pain.  The RA symptoms are very mild today and my neck feels great after the injections yesterday.  I have not had RA long enough to really understand what triggers "bad" days or what I need to do to ensure more good ones, but I'll take the win today.  As for my neck, the complete lack of pain today is a result of the nerve block yesterday - it won't last more than a few days but will give the doctor a better idea of how to treat this on a longer term basis.  I'm grateful to have excellent medical insurance.  

I have been making "mocktails" for myself since I can't drink alcohol now and have discovered ginger beer!  How have I gotten to be 67 without knowing about this?  I've been putting a splash of NA Campari in a glass of ginger beer with crushed ice and a garnish of lime - it's very tasty and, when served in a festive glass, quite fancy.  And ginger is good for inflammation, so a win-win.  

I replenished my dark chocolate stash today and broke into the dark with chili.  Also good for inflammation.  

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xo
Debbi