14 January 2026 - The Statue In The Park

On my way to the hospital for social care, which I'm deeply grateful for, while treading through a city public park in the dismal snowy weather I noticed along a passage sundry statues depicting, what appeared to be in heavy sleet, myriad sculptures of ordinary people frozen in a moment of their artists creations of them. One, which I had time to particularly notice about an hour later on my way back from the hospital, evinced a portrayable pair of a young man consoling a crying young woman. I found no written description accompanying this incredibly poignant statue regarding this dramatic scene of why this young woman was tearfully lamenting on the shoulders of this seemingly caring young man. But, I certainly found this statue couple to be astonishingly emotionally touching.

5 January 2026 - Shoulder Strength Training

Suddenly it became quiet and calm when all the holiday guests vanished: some to go back to work, another to attend school, and yet others to go about their daily lives. I was quite busy during the holidays being an acquiescent host on several occasions. Although I welcome the spirit of holiday social connection, the effort I make to realise such social events ultimately ends up for me to be excruciating physical pain.

I had overexerted myself preparing for the holidays beforehand, actually. Being an acquiescent host merely exacerbated the condition. Apparently I had strained my, now, languishing arm and shoulder. As a result I'm encumbered in functioning and accomplishing my daily activities, whether or not they are creative pursuits or need to be done. 

Although winter might seem to be an ideal time for reprieve and relaxation, I sincerely hope to return to fitness. In this regard I'm engaging in 4 to 6 week shoulder strength training sessions with great expectations of recovery.