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EDIT:

I decided to change the picture !

This was Misty doing her Meerkat impression yesterday .

After several more kind messages asking how I am, thank you so much , they are very much appreciated!

I thought I would post a quick update.

As I think most here will know, I had a Heart attack on Monday 27th February.

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Since I have been home the rehab started off quite well with just a very nervous local 10 minute walk on the Sunday, under guidance from the Hospital rehab team .

I then needed to miss a few days as I had local doctors appointments and tests to sort out which would mean a fair bit of walking (I was not allowed to drive at this stage)

The rehab team's suggestion was for me to get out (or inside) over the next few weeks and walk 5 or 6 days a week gradually building up to 40 minute walks increasing the duration weekly.

I got to the stage where I had done 4 or 5 40 minute walks when I was thrown off track with a bout of plantar Fasciitis (I have had this before, several years ago).

So after missing a couple of days I then decided to go for a bike ride instead .

On the day this felt fine, although a little wobbly.

But the next day it was clear that I had now hurt my back !

I could barely move , just trying to bend or sit down or then stand up again was extremely painful.

To make it even more frustrating, the sister on the rehab team had told me only the day before that they were happy for me to restart C25k when I was 6 weeks post procedure .

That is Today.

My plan was to restart the programme from week 1 run 1 starting next Monday.

That now has totally gone out of the window.

I now have an appointment with my sports physio next Tuesday evening.

My back is feeling somewhat better but still some way to go and still requiring painkillers and I would like a green light from the physio's and to have done another week of walks before I restart the programme.

So that is the plan going forward but with delay .

There is no way I will restart untill the rehab team, the Physio and myself are totally happy.

So at the moment it's a bit of a waiting game .

Once again, thank you for the messages ๐Ÿ™

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Sorry about your back Ian delaying you on restarting C25K, just be patient and don't start again until your physio and yourself are totally happy, just go short walks, good luck.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toAlMorr

Thank you Alan, and yes, absolutely no rush, just a bit frustrating ๐Ÿ˜

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Mezzysuโ€ข in reply toInstructor57

Iโ€™m sorry to hear about this. Please do take care of yourself. We need your support and care that you provide to us. We need you.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toMezzysu

Thank you so much for your kind response !This is what makes it all worthwhile, thank you ๐Ÿ™

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ChannelRunner2Graduate10

Oh, no! So sorry to read that your odyssey is continuing!

I wish you a green light from everybody (including your body) very soon ๐Ÿค—

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toChannelRunner2

Thank you!I know.... Sometimes I just sit down and laugh , nothing else I can do ๐Ÿ˜

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XenaZelda

oh how awful for you, you obviously needed a bit more rest really, it must be so frustrating not to even be able to walk alot and bike ride, slow short walks for you Mr, take it easy as its not worth the risk, you will soon get there โค๏ธ

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toXenaZelda

Thank you!And yes, I won't run before I can walk (again) ๐Ÿ˜ ๐Ÿ™

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XenaZeldaโ€ข in reply toInstructor57

love your cat doing a meerkat impression

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toXenaZelda

Haha, yes.... She keeps me smiling ๐Ÿ˜

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Week7Graduate10

Frustrating but totally worth the wait. Sounds like it won't be long now!

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toWeek7

Thanks, yes I'll get there , I accept the 'When' is less important ๐Ÿ‘

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SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate

That's bad luck, fingers crossed you continue to heal and are soon out there running again, take it easy now

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toSueAppleRun

Thank you !I think I have accepted the delay , I'm still in a better place now than I thought I would be several weeks ago ๐Ÿ™

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RoxdogGraduate10

Oh blimey, I expect you hurt your back because maybe you hadn't cycled for a while. That said, it's really positive that the rehabilitation team is happy for you to restart cto5k! All in good time. I'm sure you'll be pounding the paths again (slowly!) before too long. Good luck and take care of yourself.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toRoxdog

Thank you ! ๐Ÿ™And my lower back has been a weak spot for quite a few years when my mother was here I tried to hold her up to stop her falling and it's been a recurring problem since then but yes, I agree probably brought on as I'd not cycled for quite some time

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Dendev75Graduate10

You sound like you have your plan of action in place and thatโ€™s a good thing. Itโ€™s crazy to think just 6 weeks after a HA youโ€™re good to start the ct5k programme and all being well you will be on your way soon enough. Good luck ๐Ÿ˜Š

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toDendev75

Thank you ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™…

I know, it is crazy ... The whole thing still feels crazy to be honest

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10

You know what I feel... so all I will say, is rest up, stay patient, stay chilled, and know that the end result of this, will be a glorious if slow and steady :) return to the running that you love so much.

No pressure, no hassle, just you and that gorgeous feline heading to the starting line. We are all right there beside you... xxx

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toOldfloss

Yes I do know !

Thank you dear friend, I know you are xxx

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Doris8Graduate10

Sorry, I never realised you had a heart attack. You have Been doing well in the walking , and I am with you on backs. Got 2 stress fractures on mine so walking as well. Hope you get back to your running shortly and your back gets help from physio.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toDoris8

Many thanks ๐Ÿ™Yes, backs are complex things aren't they !

My physio is an extreme marathon runner and I know he will want me running when I can ๐Ÿ˜

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WoollyweaverGraduate10

You are having a tough time of it! But good on you for having a plan - something to look forward to ๐Ÿ‘.Gorgeous picture of Misty - I hope she is being supportive and understands that it is not all about her?! ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿ˜

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toWoollyweaver

Thank you , it's certainly been challenging ๐Ÿ˜Oh it absolutely IS all about Misty ..๐Ÿ˜

Having said that she was strangely attentive when I was having the HA.

She would not leave my side ... ๐Ÿค”

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cheekychipmunksGraduate10

Ahh Instructor, youโ€™ve been through the mill alright. You deserve some good fortune, so hopefully with the upcoming better weather, a cooperative back and of course the all clear from your physio, you can start C25K again and start your journey back to where you want to be.

Love your Meerkat! ๐Ÿˆ โค๏ธ

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply tocheekychipmunks

Thank you ๐Ÿ™These things are sent to try us ๐Ÿ™‚

Haha Misty is a little darling ๐Ÿ’•

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Dexy5Graduate10

So sorry to hear what you have been going through instructor57, but itโ€™s great to hear that once you get your back sorted you will be able to restart c25k. Fingers crossed you have had your 3 bad things now and everything will be on the up again.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toDexy5

Thank you ๐Ÿ™Yes I was thinking the same , I've had the 3 now ๐Ÿคž

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backintimeGraduate10

what do they say? Man plans and god laughs? Sorry Instructor, sounds like a trying time, I hope the stars align soon

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply tobackintime

Actually not heard that one ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ™‚And yes, I'm ready for alignment ๐Ÿ‘

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BluebirdrunnerGraduate10

Hi Ian,

I'm glad your back is a little better, even though it is still not right. PF is very painful too, and I totally understand how you feel, you think you are doing the right things, but then parts of your body say no...I hope it won't be too much longer before all is well and you have that green light. You have been through so much, stay patient, be kind to yourself, running will wait as you well know.

Sending healing vibes๐Ÿค—

๐ŸŒทxxx๐ŸŒท

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toBluebirdrunner

Thanks Jan for your kind message ๐Ÿ™I guess I shouldn't complain, I've actually come a long way in the last 6 weeks from what happened , what's another week or so !

xxx

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BluebirdrunnerGraduate10โ€ข in reply toInstructor57

Absolutely not, you do such a marvellous job supporting us all, even after all you have been through!

๐ŸŒท๐ŸŒท๐ŸŒทxxx

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toBluebirdrunner

Aww thank you , that means a lot ๐Ÿ™ xxx

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Birdlady64Graduate10

Blimey Ian. It never rains but it pours!!I think that's most definitely your 3....

Back trouble is no fun at all so I hope the physio helps.

Positive news that you have the all clear to start c25k again though, once you've sorted your feet and your back out

Not sure I've ever seen a cat pretending to be a meerkat before, but Misty is looking mighty regal!

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toBirdlady64

Thanks Diane ๐Ÿ™Yes, I've had enough now ... Nothing else please ๐Ÿคฃ

I think I'm getting there slowly despite the curved balls ๐Ÿˆ

Misty is a real poser ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ’•

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CBDBGraduate10

Backs are fickle things, arenโ€™t they! Bummer, that yours seems to now throw more spannerโ€™s into the works!

But your determination jumps off the page! Sending you loads of patience with your body! Patience and determination in equal measure! Stay strong! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toCBDB

Thank you I appreciate it ๐Ÿ™And yes, very fickle !

Determination is something I've never been short of ๐Ÿ™‚

Actually the rehab team have commented on that also ๐Ÿคฃ

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Sandraj39Graduate10

Oh my goodness Ian, I have just followed your link - and am so sorry for all you have been through. I must have missed all this, coming on here less frequently these days.

So glad to hear you are now slowly rebuilding your strength - but the path is never straightforward, is it? Use all that expert advice from your rehab team, who I am sure will see you back to your running - when the time is right.

And yes, this running โ€˜thingโ€™ clearly makes us stronger and indeed saves lives - as you have proved. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™‚

I am sure Misty is looking after you - beautiful as ever too! ๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿ˜ป

Best wishes

Sandra x

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toSandraj39

Thank you Sandra๐Ÿ™ x

And yes, an interesting 6 weeks to say the least !Now on the long and winding road back ๐Ÿคž

Misty is certainly happy I'm home every day now ๐Ÿ˜

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linda9389Graduate10

Acchhh life's a b***er at times isn't it! Patience my man. You will get there. It is all waiting for you, going nowhere. And you will beat all these contrivances. You will ๐Ÿ˜˜

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Instructor57Graduate10

Thank you Linda ๐Ÿ™And yes, it is !

But I've always been up for a challenge ๐Ÿ˜ xxx

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Frizzbomb67Graduate10

Oh my days ๐Ÿ˜ฒjust one thing after another ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ After all those running miles you get PF from walking! You couldnโ€™t write it! ๐Ÿคท๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ. Hope the back and feet sort them selves soon and you can get back to recovering your fitness

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toFrizzbomb67

Thank you ๐Ÿ™Yes, unbelievable really, PF never bothered me when running ๐Ÿค”

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Wavy-chick28Graduate10

Best made plans sometimes have to change even if itโ€™s so annoying!! Hope the back improves and you are back soon probably in time for the better weather.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toWavy-chick28

Thank you ๐Ÿ™And yes, it will be nice if the restart can combine with better weather ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿคž

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Lumaca011260minGraduate

Sorry to hear about your setback Instructor57. Look after yourself!

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toLumaca0112

Thank you !I'll do my best ๐Ÿ™‚๐Ÿ‘

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CowladyrunningGraduate10

Oh my word you've been through a lot, I just read your first post as I must have missed it. Sorry this has happened and that your back is preventing you running now, but it must be your body saying not yet.... it sounds like you're being really sensible and focused. Love that photo of your cat! She has great balance skills! ๐Ÿ‘Œ

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toCowladyrunning

Thank you ๐Ÿ™And yes, been challenging to say the least .

And Misty's ballance is certainly better than mine ๐Ÿคฃ

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Sulley101Graduate10

You poor thing! Iโ€™m glad to hear you are recovering from your February ordeal. I hope the Sports physio works some magic for you and youโ€™ll be back on the C25k journey again soon. Best wishes x

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toSulley101

Thank you ๐Ÿ™I don't think it will be too long now, ,๐Ÿคž๐Ÿ™‚ x

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Liono

How frustrating - your patience is certainly being tested at the moment. It's a good job you have Misty to keep you entertained while you recuperate!

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toLiono

Thank you ๐Ÿ™And yes , definitely being tested .

And Misty is constant entertainment (and work) ๐Ÿ˜

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Ping-pong60minGraduate

Oh no, how annoying that you could have restarted a day later. Sorry your back is now playing up. At least you can still get out for short walks and are keeping a sense of humour. Hope you're back on the C25K track soon.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toPing-pong

Many thanks ๐Ÿ™Certainly needed my sence of humour ๐Ÿ˜

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OldManRunningGraduate10

Well I don't know how I missed your original post but as others have said 'I thought you' d been quiet'. So sorry to hear that and your other complications halting your progress to running again. All the best to you Instructor57 ๐Ÿ˜

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toOldManRunning

Thank you ๐Ÿ™Sometimes a lot of posts go up, it's easy to miss some ๐Ÿ™‚

Hopefully not too long now ๐Ÿคž

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Runnin-gGraduate10

How frustrating for you but Iโ€™m glad youโ€™re being sensible and waiting for the green light. Look forward to hearing about your C25K restart when youโ€™re ready. Take care ๐Ÿ˜Š

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toRunnin-g

Thank you ๐Ÿ™It will be quite an emotional re start when it happens

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GTFCGraduate10

What was there will be there still my friend ๐Ÿ’š take your time and remember we're all with you.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toGTFC

Thank you Dean ! ๐Ÿ™Your support is always appreciated.

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Comte60minGraduate

Sorry to hear about your health problems. I wish you a rapid recovery.๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toComte

Thank you !Much appreciated ๐Ÿ™

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Blimey, if itโ€™s not one thingโ€ฆ. youโ€™ve been very unlucky!

But I guess the good news is that you are ready to start the programme again. Your patience will be rewarded ๐Ÿ˜‡๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ

And that is such a cute photo of Misty. So flexible, so nosey ๐Ÿ˜‚

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toIrishprincess

Thank you ๐Ÿ™

I know, feels never ending atm.... But !I'm sure it will in time as you say , patience๐Ÿคž

Misty is extremely nosey !

She had been watching another cat approaching the house and a few seconds after that picture she leapt off the sofa and darted out through the cat flap to chase it off ๐Ÿ˜

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RunBrianRunGraduate10

Oh bloomin eck. Really sorry about your bad back. Itโ€™s so frustrating when this sort of thing happens and it can really test your patience. Is there any strength and flex stuff you can be getting on with for now? I hope you recover swiftly and your cat is so cute!

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toRunBrianRun

Thank you ๐Ÿ™Tbh it's been difficult to do anything much for the last week, my back was quite painful.

It's still giving trouble but I am hoping for a short walk today ๐Ÿคž

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Oh my! It never rains but it pours! Itโ€™s like your body is getting itself back together againโ€ฆbut trying out all the aches and pains first! ๐Ÿ˜ฌ

Defo a good plan to have everything ticked off by everyone! ๐Ÿ“โœ…๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

Youโ€™ll get there ๐Ÿ˜Š

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toLottieMW

Thanks ,๐Ÿ™I know .... Can't help wondering what's next ๐Ÿค”

But, I will remain positive and off to the physio on Tuesday ๐Ÿคž

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LottieMWAmbassadorโ€ข in reply toInstructor57

๐Ÿคž๐Ÿผ๐Ÿคž๐Ÿผ๐Ÿคž๐Ÿผ

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SkiMondayGraduate10

From my previous experience, the recovery from a "cardiac event" is a long frustrating process. Still, you seem to have the "takes as long as it takes" mindset which I think helps a lot.

I must remember that because I, too am restarting that process.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toSkiMonday

Yes, so I have just seen ๐Ÿ˜ŸSo sorry to hear that .

I have a physio appointment this evening for my back , I need to get the rehab back on track .

Although it's just telephone support since covid !

I can't get on a gym class ๐Ÿ˜Ÿ

Hope your back on the rehab road soon ๐Ÿคž

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SkiMondayGraduate10โ€ข in reply toInstructor57

Thanks. Hope you're back on track soon too.

Now that the weather's improving, I'm focusing on spending some time chilling in the sunshine.

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Instructor57Graduate10โ€ข in reply toSkiMonday

Yes, I don't blame you ! ๐Ÿ™

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