Our lives have changed so much since January 7th, 2023 … this is our story of our life in our 5th wheel RV Home~36 months married & 57,000 miles traveled across America. I post about anything & everything - the good, the bad, & the ugly; and if what I post can help someone else, I'm glad for the experience. But from sunrise to sunset, we live our Life for US. Trusting Elohim every step of the way.
We both had low energy out-put today … orchards & farmland being turned over, & fertilized; crop dusting flyby's; bee boxes are set out, so pollen is on the breeze: there was a lot of stuff in the air. Neither of us felt 100% today - not even 50%, truth be told.
So, activity was low-key & carefully chosen. Basically we just lazed around, smiling weakly at each other; when we were both awake at the same time.
I did manage a few flexibility stretches though, while working on my WIP:
Inch by inch & row by row …
Looking at screens all day, hunching over a keyboard, or occasionally bending forward while working handcrafts; frequently leaves our shoulders, and neck, feeling stiff and tense. The Darebee Neck & Shoulder stretches is designed to help relieve the stiffness and ease the tension; hold each stretch for 30 seconds.
Whether we are sitting down, or standing all day … our feet are subject to wear & tear, soreness, aches and pains; and get less TLC than any other part of our body. The Darebee Sore Feet exercises helps make amends to all that; it is recommended to repeat each exercise 10 times. This exercise routine is designed to alleviate soreness and tension in the feet, promoting improved circulation and overall well-being. The workout can be performed every couple of hours to maintain the effectiveness of the exercises.
Hopefully tomorrow, we can get out of the house for a bit.
I know every 3 Dog Night song by heart; Chuck was my teenage heart throb - so handsome, and what a voice 😘👏
In the late 1990's & early 2000's, he played a couple concerts at the Columbia Theatre at the corner of Vandercook Way, in Longview-WA: and Bob offered to take me to see him in person… but I always said thank you & declined.
I declined because I knew Bob would not have enjoyed himself (bad back, hard seats); I wanted to hold Chuck's early career image in my thoughts, instead of seeing the heroin ravaged image of him then - plus he stopped looking masculine 😎 and gave into his agent's gay image 😳 to draw the younger crowd.
THAT did not impress me at all 🧐
I'm sad to get this newsfeed this afternoon - but, I'm glad he died sober, 100% clean; and looking like his masculine self.
{{Chuck Negron, Three Dog Night founding member who sang 'Joy to the World,' dies at 83
The vocalist sang lead on some of the band's biggest tracks, including "One" and "Old Fashioned Love Song."
By Emlyn Travis~February 3, 2026 11:05 a.m. ET
Chuck Negron, founding member of Los Angeles rock band Three Dog Night who sang lead vocals on classics like “Joy to the World" and "One," has died. He was 83.
The musician died peacefully surrounded by his loved ones in his Studio City, Calif., home on Monday, his publicist announced in a news release. While a cause of death was not disclosed, Negron battled Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) for three decades and also experienced heart failure in his final months.
Born June 8, 1942, Charles Negron II grew up in the Bronx playing basketball and singing in local doo wop groups. His natural athletic ability led him to be recruited to play basketball for Allan Hancock College and then California State University, Los Angeles, where he continued to explore his passion for music simultaneously.
It was in Los Angeles that Negron met and formed Three Dog Night with fellow founding members Danny Hutton and Cory Wells, the latter of whom died in 2015. The vocal trio became one of the most popular bands of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, and later expanded its roster to include guitarist Michael Allsup as well as late musicians Jimmy Greenspoon, Joe Schermie, and Floyd Sneed.
From 1968 until 1976, Three Dog Night recorded 10 albums that featured tracks penned by songwriters like Harry Nilsson (“One”), Laura Nyro (“Eli's Comin’”), Randy Newman (“Mama Told Me Not to Come”), and Hoyt Axton (“Joy to the World”). The band would go on to have 21 singles enter the Billboard Hot 100 chart, with Negron singing lead vocals on hits like “Joy To The World,” “One,” “Old Fashioned Love Song,” and more.
The band disbanded in 1976, but reunited in 1981 and released their final record, the ska-heavy It’s A Jungle, in 1983. Negron ultimately left the band in 1985.
At the height of Three Dog Night's fame, Negron developed a serious drug addiction that took over his life and later landed him on Skid Row. After undergoing multiple rehabilitation attempts, he got sober in 1991 and later detailed his experience in his 1999 autobiography, Three Dog Nightmare.
Music remained a constant presence in Negron's life even after parting ways with Three Dog Night. He went on to have a successful solo career from 1995 until 2017, releasing seven albums and touring heavily until he had to stop due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Negron is survived by his wife Ami Albea Negron; his children Shaunti Negron Levick, Berry Oakley, Charles Negron III, Charlotte Negron, and Annabelle Negron; his brother Rene (Jody) Negron; sister Denise (Janey) Negron; as well as his nine grandchildren, five nieces, and two nephews.}}
Punxsutawney Phil saw his chubby shadow today, predicting six more weeks of winter 😟 This tradition, known as Groundhog Day, has been celebrated annually in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, since 1887.
I am really starting to hate that fat little rat 😒
I want sunshine & warmth! 🙏
Speaking of chubby shadows … I'm sticking to my Senior Exercise Plan (including intermediate fasting) to trim mine down 😉; this morning, I used my 10-lb kettlebell: I could probably bump it up to the next weight size, but I just want to tone my muscles, not beef them up. I have no interest in looking freakish.
Warm up exercises:
Standing Alternate Arms Circling~6-15 reps x2
Side Step Rear Delt Row~8-12 reps x2
The Darebee Battle Maiden Workout is a kettlebell-based home-fitness program designed to enhance strength and power for individuals of various fitness levels; including those who are 69 years old. This full-body workout includes movements that employ multiple muscle groups, ligaments, and tendons, for strength and body toning.
Upright Rows: 8–12 reps x2 - raise only to shoulder level height; Swings: 6-8 reps x2 - rest for 2-3 minutes between sets to ensure full recovery; Squats: 3-5 reps x2; Kneeling Rows: 6-8 reps x2, resting 2-3 minutes between set
Muscles being worked.
Darebee Battle Maiden Workout - How-To; One Set : (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMzkFL4_ip8)
I spent the rest of the Day working on my WIP - it didn't wrap up by the end of January (Husband time took precedence 👩❤️💋👨); but I really want it done before we get back to the PNW, so that's what I'll be doing pretty much nonstop from now on.
The coyotes were singing their midnight serenade, tonight. It always makes me smile as I drift off to dreamland …
Burrito rolled taco's are a satisfying full-course meal, wrapped in thin fry bread - and they are so easy to make 👍
We make our taco's with cabbage instead of lettuce, because we don't eat enough of lettuce, often enough to justify buying it. We do, however, both like cabbage 😋 & use a lot of that. Cabbage is always on hand & stores well in our RV 'fridge.
These rolled tacos can actually be filled with and meat & veggie combo imaginable 🤔 - so, get creative 👨🍳 and let your imagination flow from kitchen to table 👏
For tonight's supper, I minced the veggies fairly small, so they would roll easier in the tortilla wrap. I like the little portable, pull-string veggie chopper, Holland bought sometime last year; it's easy to store in our small kitchen, and it's cordless usefulness suits our chosen way of life, well.
These tacos are unconventional … but, they are a tasty delight 😁
3) Set skillet atop stovetop burners & adjust burners to a medium-low flame. Add oil to skillet, tipping skillet coat the interior bottom; then add minced veggies. Cook, stirring, until veggies are softened and fragrant. Add meat and cook until no longer pink:
4) Sprinkle taco seasoning over the veggie-meat combination; stir until well bended.
Continue cooking until mixture appears dry in the skillet.
Thoroughly blend all ingredients in skillet; cook until accumulated juices have evaporated.
5) Turn burner off.
Begin to fill & roll a tortilla - repeat as many times as necessary:
Place 1 spoonful of meat-veggie blend - topped with cheddar on one end of tortilla; & roll up burrito style.
6) Serve & enjoy 👌😊
Serve with sauce of choice. Enjoy!
If there is any leftover veggie-meat mixture & tortillas … prepare as above, place on a plate & wrap in plastic. Store in refrigerator. They'll no doubt be eaten before long 😉
It's surprising that this is the last day of January 😳🗓️, already - it honestly feels like it has only just begun; and already it is over. Or, perhaps, it is that I am really just procrastinating against going back up north, again 😑 At any rate, the month is officially over when today wraps up, and we will be heading to the PNW then end of February 😒
Being that this is the weekend … in this house, the world's craziness' 🌎 😈😵💫 has been shelved ❌ for at least 24 hours ⏰; and I am taking things easy & slow 🐌; I did a few quick flexibility 🧘🏽 exercises to the backbeat of soft snoring from the upstairs bedroom 🎵💤🛌, while enjoying a cup of morning joy-juice ☕️ downstairs.
Slowly stretching my way through these quick exercises is a gentle reminder that a little goes a long way 😉
Standing Reach-Up Back Rotation Stretch; 3 rep EA side x2
Standing Reach-Up Back Rotation Stretch: You can use this exercise to stretch more than one muscle group. Especially while stretching the back muscles, your chest, shoulder and triceps muscles will also gain flexibility.
Though this is a beginner exercise routine, it is also good for a quick low-impact workout to help build strength. These simple moves target important muscles that improve balance, support standing and walking endurance - improving your overall strength and confidence in doing everyday activities & daily tasks.
Standing Toe Touch; 10-12 reps x2~ 2-3 days a week.
Standing & Bending Forward Toe Touch Stretch: it is generally safe for a 69-y.o. woman to perform for maintaining flexibility and supporting mobility. It is important to start with a manageable number of reps and gradually increase as comfort allows. Always listen to your body and adjust the number of reps and sets as needed to avoid strain or discomfort.
The stretch exercises below are easy to do, and require nothing more than a self-disciplined want for a better life, and a kitchen counter - shown in the video and described below video:
3 Balance Exercises You Can Do At Your Kitchen Counter: (https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wK5Kht3IpdE)
The Standing Alternating Supermans strengthen your core and back - Repeat for 10-12 reps on EA side. Move slowly and with control. Don’t rush and focus on stability and form over speed. Tip: You might wobble a little at first. That’s normal. Your balance will improve with practice as your core gets stronger.
The Standing Bird Dog Cruncheshelp improve core stability, balance, and posture, and may contribute to reduced recurrence of lower back pain. Do 8-12 reps x2.
The Standing Heel Raisessupport your calves, helping you walk with more stamina. Heel raises are easy to do even for those of you with hip or knee issues. And they take relatively little energy and time to do. The simple heel raise exercise will give you what you need to stay agile and mobile, so you can enjoy smooth movement as you move forward in Life. 8-15 reps x2.
The sun spread it's warm & golden rays over our small corner of the world, and happy birdsong filled the early morning atmosphere: the Day started with good vibes 🌞🐦👍
I made another cup of Hazelnut flavored coffee, munched on a few tiny chocolate cookies - and giving praise to Elohim 🙏 that I do not have to look at a fly frenzy (it's nearly non-existent now, thank the Lord) while I started working on rows of my current WIP:
Morning activities; vintage 'Lost Horizon' movie.
1937~Lost Horizon | Full Movie | StreamCore:
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YO90v_0gKzQ)
There are some restoration glitches in this vintage movie, but it really is the best version ~ the original filming, as well as the original message - which were both lost when the 1973 remake musical version was promoted.
Shangri-La is a personal concept - both a mysterious myth & an individual aim. My husband's idea of Shangri-La, is Kelso-WA … mine, is Texas - and I've been trying to get there since 2010. There are several States & certain health issues that hamper that goal: whether the gulf can be spanned, is yet to be determined 🤔 But I am prayerfully 🙏 hopeful 🤞
The weather 🌞 was so pleasant, that we were able to have the door open for a fresh breeze to be enjoyed:
I like days like this.
And the winged air traffic seems to be slowing down; I found some sticky fly paper strips, and hung those from the overhead farmhouse kitchen island light fixture, the upper bedroom air conditioner vent slat, and upper floor shower stall (the pesky pests are drawn to that particular sky light) … fervent prayer, and the vinegar/dish soap traps are still being used, too. Everything combined, seems to be working together to help us combat this irksome situation 🙏
We decided to enjoy a lazy Day, so we didn't do much but lay low, all day long 😉
Holland cat napped and caught up on some much needed sleep 🛌💤 - and I scrolled through FB Reels & PM's 💻 for about 30 minutes 🌐; dug the scratch cards Holland had bought for me the other day, out of my purse, and revealed nothing 😂🤣; and I did some body toning 💪
Spring themed scratch cards … losers, every one.
Chin-to-Chest Stretch~4-to-10 reps per set x3 weekly
Exercising won't make a aging body 20-30-40 y.o. again - but, it will strengthen muscles under the skin, & add vitality to your aging Life. And that's a pretty good benefit 👌
Even being lazy today, I managed to rack up 3,382 steps (1.3 miles) just walking the length 👣 of my tiny house on wheels: a little over half of recommended 6,000.
And around mid-day, I set the world chatter 🙄 aside & set my thoughts 🧠 on settling into my 24-hour Shabbat Rest 🕊️ We are living in an era of immense division & uncertainty 😵💫 … so, for a chosen small frame of time ⏰, I want to be able to fully ignore it; & focus on what really matters 👩❤️💋👨💎🦁📖☝️ ✝️
I listened to a bit of newsy updates - before switching to music, which soothed the chatter upheaval. I can listen to world insanity updates only so long … my soul is weary of the lunatic fringe forcing their delusions on us.
The toxicity 😈 of America's political life, is poisoning society - aided by social media 👺 (all social media outlets) & creating an alarming coarse culture 💩, where the loudest and harshest voices 🤪🤡🥊 are amplified 😤🗣️ It is hard not to react 😒 to all that is happening.
My commitment during this 24-hr. restful period of time is to try to remain calm ✌️, carry on 👍, and find enjoyment 😁 in Life.
Shabbat ☝️🕊️ … and the soothing messages of the messianic songs I enjoy, makes that possible 🎧✝️
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