36 North Shore Towers Courier n February 2016 THE SENIOR OLYMPICS When I get up in the morning, I want to jump for joy that a new day is here. But seriously, I can’t remember the last time I jumped for anything. I want to stretch and bend, but somehow I find that somewhat of a challenge. I want to shout some words of joy that encourage me, but the only sound I hear because of some ache, is something like Tarzan swinging from a vine. I can’t say I don’t try, but oy vey! What happened to that sleek, agile person of yore? I used to ski, swim, climb and play paddleball. Was it real or only a dream? I think my body is mad at me for what I did then and for what I’m not doing now. The doctor told me walking is good for you. I still walk, even though it’s from the refrigerator to the kitchen table. I was thinking. There’s an Olympic event for almost anyone except seniors. I gave it a lot of thought and came up with some unusual challenges. Instead of skeet-shooting, how about using Ace bandages as a slingshot? The ammo could be old hearing aids. Cost effective and safe. It also prevents you from shooting yourself in the foot. How about stepping up onto a few curbs instead of going over hurdles? That’s about as high as my leg goes these days. I bet I could do five curbs in under an hour! The sprint would be less challenging, if I could get myself out of the crouch position. Of course the motivation would be an early bird special at the finish line. Instead of wrestling, how about trying to get the caps off prescription bottles? I’ve used a wrench, screwdriver, pliers and a vise at different times. It’s supposed to be child-proof, but it also seems senior-proof. Don’t they know how many years ago I left my childhood? A really fun time would be using a motorized recliner and “souping it up” to see how fast you could get up from a sitting position. I’m not sure I’d be able to do that. I could picture my vertigo ruining everything. You know, there are lots of things we could do, but the most important event I can think of is to be there for each other. Did anyone see my Scooter? I think there’s a race starting soon! Vroom! Vroom! SENIOR MOMENTS by gloria beck “The sprint would be less challenging, if I could get myself out of the crouch position.” Sinai Chapels has provided compassionate care for four generations to New York’s Jewish Community. Every funeral detail is handled according to each family’s personal and religious preferences. Specialists in FDIC Insured Pre-Plans Many Jewish families are turning to Sinai Chapels experienced counselors to establish a Pre-Plan. With a Sinai Pre-Plan, families are relived of dealing with making arrangements at a difficult time. Sinai’s Pre-Plan counselors will meet with you at the Chapel, or in the comfort of your home. Sinai Chapels | 162-05 Horace Harding Expressway | Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 718.445.0300 | 800.446.0406 www.JewishFunerals.com We are here 24 hours to serve your family.
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