{"id":1075,"date":"2013-05-17T09:56:27","date_gmt":"2013-05-17T15:56:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/touchingheartsathome.wordpress.com\/?p=111"},"modified":"2013-05-17T09:56:27","modified_gmt":"2013-05-17T15:56:27","slug":"spring-activities-for-the-bolder-older-young-at-heart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/touchinghearts.com\/swpinellas\/blog\/spring-activities-for-the-bolder-older-young-at-heart\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring activities for the bolder older young at heart!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Every May I get the fever<\/i> and it isn\u2019t about my health, it\u2019s about spring.\u00a0 Spring fever finds its way into every age group.\u00a0 For our older and less able adults, the desire to go outside and enjoy the warmth, sunshine and fabulous smells of spring is like a siren song.\u00a0 If you are an older adult and less able to do some of the activities you once did with great vigor, you still have creative choices for activities that allow for spring fever relief!<\/p>\n

The following outdoor ideas are creative ways to indulge in activities for spring in ways that allow great satisfaction without being as time and labor consuming:<\/p>\n

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  • Gardening \u2013 For those whom a large garden was a big part of spring tradition, the joy of planting a not so big<\/i> kitchen garden or potting geraniums for a window box is pure joy.\u00a0\u00a0 Gardens do not have to be labor intensive projects.\u00a0 A trip to the green house is like going to an art museum for a garden lover.\u00a0\u00a0 Design the garden by planning<\/i>\u2026talk about what pots are available and what favorite plants are desired. \u00a0\u00a0Think about where you would love to have some spring and summer color.\u00a0 Choose an easy to see and easy to care for space.\u00a0 The plan is the first phase, greenhouse visit (s) is the second, and planting is the third.\u00a0\u00a0 The spring into summer season of your not so big<\/i> garden will provide you with beautiful satisfaction.\u00a0 (don\u2019t forget to hydrate both plants and people)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    • Outdoor Walks and Talks \u2013 Start with a short spring walk\u2026just around the house\u2026check out the lawn and talk about the house exterior chores that may need to be done.\u00a0 Make sure you have some chairs outside with water near for drinking.\u00a0 Breathe deep and enjoy the spring air.\u00a0 Listen and watch for birds.\u00a0\u00a0 Think about your favorite springtime rituals, and relax.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Picnic alone, with people, and\/or pets\u2013 Plan a picnic lunch and get out of the house.\u00a0 It could be the back yard or a nearby park.\u00a0 Consider a lake side bench with some shade.\u00a0 Pack your favorite picnic foods and plan in advance (part of the fun) to have an outdoor party.\u00a0 Hats should be included for sunny days\u2026 drink lots of water\u2026and be with friends and grandkids whenever possible.\u00a0\u00a0 The most important opportunity is to just enjoy and make it an event.\u00a0 Bring a comfortable lawn chair or two, a blanket — pick up a newspaper or read a good book (maybe out loud), and don\u2019t forget the picnic basket.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • En plein air \u2013 if painting is part of your life\u2026outdoor painting might be a very joyful suggestion.\u00a0 The French expression means \u201cin the open air,\u201d and many artists love out door light to inspire a painting.\u00a0 The canvas can be small, easy to handle, and not always in need of an easel.\u00a0 Consider oil pastels instead of oil paints\u2026be creative and consider the possibilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • Putting \u2013 if golfing is a love\u2026make a putting green your destination.\u00a0 Putt Putt golf might be ideal or get in a cart and go out for nine holes rather than eighteen or thirty-six. \u00a0Just being in the cart might bring joy beyond words.\u00a0 Go with a friend and enjoy the clubhouse afterwards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            • Water therapy \u2013 a little cool down in a pool or wading at the shore of a lake\u2026just water on the feet can feel fabulous.\u00a0 Bring sun screen and don\u2019t forget the towels!\u00a0 And, do drink the water\u2026always bring a supply of drinking water!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              The key is to be creative and get out into the spring air.\u00a0 If you can\u2019t get out\u2026get the spring air in and open up the house, clean the windows, and bring the sounds and sights of spring to your home. \u00a0\u00a0If you are less able to move around outdoors, bring a freshly potted plant in-doors like a scented geranium or lemon verbena, and frequently smell the wonderful scent that will lift your spirit.\u00a0 Ask yourself, \u201cWhat\u2019s my favorite remedy for spring fever?\u201d and make it happen!<\/p>\n

              Great ideas to do by yourself, with family, friends, or a Caregiver!<\/p>\n

              Ramona Hunt, with Touching Hearts at Home<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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