SAFEGUARDING DELAYS

The head of a company survived 9/11 because his son started Kindergarten. Another man was alive because it was his turn to bring donuts. One woman was late because her alarm clock didn't go off on time. Another was late, stuck on the NJ Turnpike because of an accident and his life was spared. One missed his bus. One spilled food on her clothes and had to take the time to change. One's car wouldn't start. One couldn't get a taxi. One went back to answer the house phone. A man who put on a new pair of shoes that morning developed a blister before he got to the Towers, so he stopped at a drugstore to buy a Band-Aid.

When you're stuck in traffic, oversleep, miss your ride...all the little things that annoy you...maybe you're exactly where you're meant to be at that very moment. May all who perished on 9.11.01 Rest in Eternal Peace & may the loved ones still grieving find strength.

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I remind myself of this a LOT - especially when I get frustrated over delays.

Elohim goes before me; He keeps me safe - 98% of those safety measures involve delays.

My patience tether is short: very short. So when delays hamstring my movement, I get frustrated.

I have to remind myself a lot that though I may get frustrated … at the end of the Day, I lived through it.

CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATED

Live Breaking News: Charlie Kirk Assassinated at 31: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xe1GTAq8WDY)

You know … when people die - and that even includes people you love and are close to: you aren't sure where their spirits went. Because their walk did not match their talk.

In my life, there are 2 people I KNOW, whose spirits went directly into Heaven when their bodies gave up the ghost. (1) was my 1st Husband … I watched Bob's spirit leave his body. I KNOW he was walked into Heaven by Yeshua, Himself; there is no doubt about that. When Bob died his second death in 1981, Elohim returned him to me a different man - Bob knew he was going to Hell if he didn't change his ways … he changed his ways; he became a 100% sold-out Christian. No one who knew him doubted that. He lived a Christian Life for 37 years. He shed his earthen vessel as a Christian, in December 2018 - he left this world testifying of the reality of Yeshua Ha'Mashiach (2) - but the other is Charlie Kirk, who went to his reward today. How do I know this? Because his life was all about sharing Jesus with everyone he met … just like Bob. He was firm in his faith, but he didn't push it on people - he openly talked about the need to have Jesus in their lives, the need for morals, and the need for self-examination … but, he also gave others equal opportunity to prove him wrong on any topic they were discussing and in disagreement. In that regard he was exampling Jesus. Jesus also gave people equal opportunity to disagree - like, "This is why you need Me - tell Me why I'm wrong." I am confident in stating that Charlie Kirk's spirit now resides in Heaven. And for the coward that murdered him - all he did was turn Charlie into a martyr, dying as witnesses to Jesus Christ. Did I personally know Charlie? No, I've never met him in person … but my spirit recognized him as a true Believer, unshakable in The Faith/his faith.

There is for me, no doubt about where the essence of Charlie is, tonight.

HURON-CA & Self-Care; Coalinga-CA

Huron-CA: (https://huronca.gov/)

September 9th: This morning we drove back into Huron to explore it a little more; it's a rural agriculture community, with a predominately mexican populous & vibe. It has also garnered sanctuary status.

I did put some makeup on - then hoped it would not melt off: I pinned my bangs back … and cut them back when we got back home. Bangs suit my face; straight, pinned back bangs, do not:

My Maintenance Kit 😉: Profusion 'Highlights' eyelid base, Hard Candy sparkly gold eyeshadow (decided against Cover Girl); 'Auburn' Brow Gel; 'Glam Brown' Mascara; a blending of Coral & Rose-tint liquid blush; 'Born With It' Lipstick.

SO hot, today.

Huron-CA from Coalinga-CA; 12 min (8.1 mi) via W Jayne Ave and CA-269 N Lassen Ave

Again, it didn't take very long to drive through the town of Huron-CA

But … this trip, we did see somethings we missed last time.

A colorful wall mural caught my eye - and my husband drove me over there to look at it … and slowly drove the length of it, claiming it was too hot outside for me to walk and video: it wasn't, but I humored him 😘

Wall mural depicting Mazatlán folklore; Huron-CA

I laughed when I saw what looked like a Mad Max vehicle driving towards the orchard, in Huron-CA 😂🤣 Holland told me that the crazy-looking vehicle was "a tree shaker".

Holland explaining what a 'tree shaker' does.

Both of Holland's cousins work in the CA Orchards; bees & shaker.

That Tree Shaker machine is what Holland's Cousin Brad  (recently up from TX), is operating for the next few weeks.

Holland tells me that that Tree Shaker has to drive to every tree, individually, and shake the nuts loose - that would be a very looong day; these orchards are massive. The trees spread out for thousands of miles in every direction.

We had a light supper; and I did a light self-care exercise routine - it was too hot to do anything more strenuous:

Perform the exercise in a slow, controlled manner to ensure proper muscle activation.

For a senior woman, the kneeling leg extension exercise is generally not recommended due to the high risk of knee injury. The exercise can place significant stress and pressure on the kneecap and ligaments, especially if performed with improper form or pre-existing knee conditions. I do this exercise, because I am relatively healthy & physically fit.

The Kneeling Back Kick exercise, also known as the donkey kick, primarily targets the gluteal muscles (gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus). Secondary muscles involved are the hamstrings, which assist in extending the leg, and the core, which stabilizes the body and maintains a neutral spine throughout the movement.

Glutes Muscles

Modifications for sensitive joints: If a senior woman experiences discomfort while kneeling, several modifications can help make the exercise safer and more comfortable.

Use padding: Place a folded towel, yoga block, or foam pad under the knees to reduce pressure on the joints.

Seated version: An alternative is a seated leg extension, which strengthens the quadriceps without putting any weight on the knees. 

The Kneeling Leg Extension exercise primarily targets your quadriceps, which are the four muscles on the front of your thigh: the rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, vastus medialis, and vastus intermedius. You will also engage your core muscles and glutes to maintain stability and a tall posture throughout the movement.

Safer alternatives for people who have compromised knees: Instead of the kneeling leg extension, a senior woman can choose from many beneficial alternatives that target the quadriceps with less risk.

Seated leg extensions: Sit in a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor. Slowly extend one leg until it's straight and parallel to the ground. Hold for a few seconds before lowering. This safely strengthens the quadriceps and is often used in physical therapy.

Standing leg curls: While holding onto a chair for balance, bend one knee and bring your heel toward your buttocks. This helps strengthen the hamstrings and improve knee joint stability.

Calf Muscles; gastrocnemius & soleus

The main muscles that stabilize the knee are the quadriceps (front of the thigh) and the hamstrings (back of the thigh), which work to control bending and straightening. Secondary stabilizers include the calf muscles, such as the gastrocnemius, and other thigh muscles like the popliteus, gracilis, and sartorius. These muscles provide dynamic support by preventing excessive movement of the knee joint.

Listen to your body: If you experience any pain during an exercise, stop immediately. Discomfort is a signal to choose a different, less strenuous activity.

Bridges are performed lying down, which means they place almost no compressive stress on the spine, hips, or knees. The main muscles used in the Bridge exercise are the glutes, primarily the gluteus maximus, and the hamstrings, located on the back of the thighs. This exercise also engages secondary muscles, including the core muscles like the transverse abdominis and erector spinae (back muscles), which provide stability and spinal support, as well as the inner thigh (adductor) and front thigh (quadriceps) muscles for stabilization.

Adductor Muscles

The rectus abdominis, obliques, and transverse abdominis (deepest layer) all work to stabilize the pelvis and spine. The muscles running along the spine provide support and stability to the lower back. The muscles on the front of the thighs have a minor stabilizing role in the exercise. The inner thigh muscles also contribute to pelvic and overall stability during the movement.

The primary muscles worked in the Clamshell exercise are the gluteus medius, gluteus minimus, and gluteus maximus (the main buttock muscles). Specifically, the gluteus medius is heavily targeted for hip abduction and stabilization, while the gluteus maximus also engages to help with hip extension and stability. Additionally, the exercise can engage the core muscles for overall stability.

The clamshell is an excellent exercise for activating the gluteus medius and medius, particularly useful for individuals with hip stability issues or a lack of glute awareness. Strengthening these muscles improves pelvic stability, which can reduce knee and low back pain. Strong glutes are essential for balance and proper movement patterns like walking, running, and climbing stairs.

After the workout, I showered - and cut my bangs back …

I cut my bands back, when we got home.

Going online, my newsfeed announced that an earthquake rattled the PNW Coastline - with rippling aftershocks that would be felt in Portland-OR & Seattle-WA: sounds to me like it's going up the I-5 corridor, which is an active fault line.

Earthquakes rattle the Pacific Northwest on fault line overdue for the 'Big One': 

https://www.msn.com/en-us/weather/topstories/earthquakes-rattle-the-pacific-northwest-on-fault-line-overdue-for-the-big-one/ar-AA1MdCrQ?ocid=socialshare&fbclid=IwY2xjawMvPUdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHpgQW7wH6UknyUOsd4_UvNCPZGOZJDaPESlQJB-JmJozsGoH5tTpeOnjJH-s_aem_o3i_oin0HaqLDJf3PM6KOQ

So, I texted my granddaughter:

I was glad to know she and her family are safe.

I could go to bed comforted; so, I did 🛌😴