I AM NOW WELL RESTED

After not getting much sleep the last three nights because of getting up early to go to the baseball tournament two mornings and just not sleeping well the following night I made up for it last night by going to bed early and getting a good nights sleep. Also because I was out of town on Saturday & Sunday my exercise schedule got off a bit as well which also effected the why I feel as well. I understand that fellow bloggers Donna & Al have made quick trip to the OBX, they went down last night and will be heading back home tonight. There is also a fellow blogger with a birthday on Wednesday, stay tuned to see who it is. Well it looks like Brett Favre will return the practice field today for the Packers, it could be a very interesting day at Packers camp. My PAIN index has dropped a bit this morning and would have dropped a bit more but after wearing my coaches shoes for two straight days my feet are a bit sore. MICKEY

All successful men and women are big dreamers. They imagine what their future could be, ideal in every respect, and then they work every day toward their distant vision, that goal or purpose. ~ Brian Tracy

Flip Your Mattress, I DON THINK I HAVE EVER FLIPPED MY MATTRESS
Get into the habit of flipping and rotating your mattress once a month. This will prevent one side from being worn down more than another. Futon mattresses should also be folded, flipped and rotated regularly. Note, some mattresses aren't designed to be flipped, but can still be rotated.

To keep symptoms from airborne allergens at bay, try these suggestions from the American Academy of Family Physicians:

* Reduce exposure to pollen by showering, washing your hair, and changing your clothes before going to bed.
* Keep doors and windows shut -- especially on dry, windy days -- and run the air conditioner in your home and car when possible.
* Clean areas prone to mold in your home -- such as shower curtains and bathroom windows -- with bleach. Avoid having plants in the house.
* Keep pet dander at a minimum by bathing your pet frequently, and using an air filter and allergen-resistant bedding.
* Reduce dust by frequently washing bedding, drapes and stuffed animals. Install wood floors instead of carpeting.

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