Old age isnt for sissies

Now in my fifties, I`m learning first hand what they`re talking about. From the frumpy grey-haired stranger that looks back at me from the bathroom mirror every day to the closet full of too-small clothes that I really should donate to the local mission. And I`m beginning to understand my grandmother`s affinity to Ben Gay.

In fact, it`s the aching joints that bother me the most. After all, I don`t have to look in the mirror, and I`m quite comfortable wearing my sweats most of the time. But denial can only take a gal so far. When I`m lying in bed with an aching shoulder, it`s not denial that helps me fall asleep.

It`s my herbal heat wrap, with a little help from the microwave oven.

I discovered this delightful remedy at a local tourist attraction, complete with free entertainment, numerous food vendors, and lots of "mom and pop" product booths. As I walked through the small vintage firehouse, the smell of lavender was inviting, so I took a closer look.

20 minutes later, and about $60.00 lighter, I walked away with my only inedible purchase of the day. I had this lizard shaped thingee around my neck, and a more versatile rectangular wrap in the bag.

Having had my heat wraps for several weeks now, I can wholeheartedly recommend them. Of course, I recommend Heat Treats herbal wraps because that`s what I have and I know they work. These heat wraps are filled with a combination of flax seed and lavender. The flax seed releases a moist heat, while the lavender helps me relax.

While there`s nothing I can do to prevent getting older, at least I can put off feeling older for a while longer.

Now if only I could solve my "secretary spread" as easily.

Anita Cross is a business owner, outdoor photographer, and amateur writer. Anita posts photos and stories, whenever she can find the time, to Her blog, Exploring Oregon.

Copyright © 2005 Anita Cross, Eugene Oregon. All rights reserved.

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