Finally Went Bowling--4 Months Late March 30, 2013

Finally Went Bowling--4 Months Late

 

March 30, 2013

 

    

 

What I looked like in 1986 when I bowled last...

 

What I looked like when I bowled today...

 

     Way back in this blog, November 21, I put off bowling to shop for food for the Coalition for the Homeless.  But I never stopped thinking about it.

 

     Today, a most beautiful day in Orlando, I finally made it to the nearby bowling lanes.  My neighbor went with me, and we approached the lanes with a bit of nervousness.

 

     It turned out to be lovely, although my neighbor didn't bowl, and I'm sure I'll go back very soon. 

 

     There was a ball in the rack on the lane that fit my hand perfectly.  I was surprised that I felt a little fearful as I bowled the first few frames.  I was afraid of falling, not of bowling badly.  That feeling surprised me.

 

     I got more confident, and it was very nice to return to an activity that I had enjoyed.  The last time I bowled was in 1986.  That's a loooooooooonnnnnng time to be away from bowling, isn't it?

 

     Since I managed to make a strike and a spare, my bowling skills may make a comeback with lots of practice. 

 

     There are summer leagues, so I might give that a try, after I give bowling more practice time.  I'm so glad I went, and I am so glad I still like this familiar sport. 

 

     Maybe I'll find a partner and try tennis again...

 

Note:  Images are from a Google search on bowling.

 

 

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November 17,2012

 

     With my school holidays starting, I am heading out with my beautiful new bike to ride to my heart's content.  But wait, there's more.

 

     When I was forced to take a detour on my way to work a week ago, it sent all traffic through a beautiful greenway/park I didn't know existed.  So for the past week I have taken that detour to and from work.  Immediately upon turning into the park, I become one with nature.

 

     There appears a flowing river,  a wide bike/running/walking/dog walking/stroller-pushing concrete pathway along the entire bank of the river.  Hundreds of migrating birds circle overhead.  Egrets are busying themselves along the river bank across the river.   People are strolling with babies, dogs, walkers, bikers, and I should be there.  Oh, and don't forget the people quietly fishing the river.

 

     Professional size soccer fields, two playgrounds, and one gigantic exercise center are also on the property, safely fenced from pathway traffic and the winding road for car traffic.  Who forgot to tell me about this treasure in Orlando?

 

     So, to add to my retirement activities list, a year ahead of when I'll need it, I'm loading up my bike and heading to that park for some peaceful riding.  I will not have to look for cracks in the road or traffic that might squash me.

 

     Number 9 (or is it 10) on my list is now to head to the park and ride my bike for awhile.  I might even pack a little snack in my bike basket.  Pictures later today.   This practice run will confirm its place on my list.

 

     Have a bountiful Thanksgiving meal, and please help those who need one.

 

 

 

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