CAMELOT – I’VE FOUND IT!

By Shirley M. Carolan, ATMG

Due to some technical difficulties I was unable to post this article and the preceding one at the time I wrote both of them.  But, the information is just as valid and I will be giving an update on this article shortly.  I hope you enjoy both of them.  

We each have the ability to find Camelot in our lives.  Like the “Elephant in the Room,” Camelot means different things to different people at different ages.   It can mean we’ve found our ideal mate, house, profession, friends, hobby, etc.  Therefore, it’s truly wonderful when we can acknowledge that we’ve found “IT.”

Since the beginning of the year I’ve been researching and visiting places to see if they have an aquatics program for senior citizens, one that may include exercises for arthritis.  I did uncover the Tri-City Wellness Center in Carlsbad which was truly a great place and had great programs.  However, my insurance would not cover visits to the pool and I found the membership fee and monthly dues too much for me to handle financially.

But, my goal at the beginning of the year was to get rid of my walker and perhaps walk 1-2 miles daily (as I did before  pneumonia and shingles took their toll on my body, and despite the fact that doctors told me to remember the “elephant in the room” which turned out to be my age!).

Thank heavens I believed enough in myself, and how I wanted to live my life, without all the medications, to keep looking for a way to improve my health and enjoy whatever activity (especially water) I could find and afford.  As luck, serendipity, karma, destiny would have it don’t you know I finally found that place!  The Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad, California.

The Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad has got to be the best kept secret not only in town but in all northern San Diego County!  They have a wonderful  hydrotherapy (water therapy) program, the use of water to relieve discomfort  and promote physical well being and relief from pain!  It is founded on the Arthritis Foundation of America program.

The location is right!  The price is right!  The folks are right!  And we have a wonderful teacher in Mark who guides us through an hour of water exercises!  He is patient, kind, good humored, handsome, and an all-around gem!  I feel like I died and went to heaven!  I’ve not been in a swimming pool in over 30 years even though I used to be a good swimmer…

Folks, this is the answer to a lot of my prayers to live a happier, more productive and useful life!  I’ve still got a lot of living to do and my age is not going to stop me!  I found this fantastic place quite by accident.  I had recently visited the New Life Expo and signed up with the LaCosta Chiropratic  and Wellness Center for a special fundraiser they were promoting for the Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad.  I decided to check out this website and find out where my money was going and what else the Boys and Girls Club had or did.

Last week I enrolled in their hydrotherapy program.  I go three times a week, from 10 AM to 11 AM.  I already feel much better, the pain in my back is almost eliminated. And I have more energy.  In fact, I feel like a million dollars!  Too bad this wonderful program is not offered by local cities, the YMCAs, etc.  I am making friends with the other women in the program and learning a lot from them.

Who would have thought that the Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad would change my life?  For more information, they are located at Roosevelt and Oak Street, or call 760-930-0389.

Shirley M. Carolan, ATMG
Writer ● Speaker ● Artist
artistwithaflair@att.net
Phone/Fax: 760-732-0663

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Copyright© 2012 by Shirley M. Carolan. All rights reserved. To reprint any part of this article simply contact Shirley Carolan at artistwithaflair@att.net. Thank you.

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HOLISTIC FAIRE EXPO

By Shirley M. Carolan, ATMG

For the last 12 years, biannually, I have attended the Psychic Faire in Carlsbad and have always had a wonderful time, learned about new health methods and products for healing, as well as enjoyed their free mini-seminars throughout the day on a variety of topics, oohed and aahed over the exquisite jewelry, bought some books and geodes and came home utterly exhausted but happy.

Over the years, however, the Faire seems to have changed its name.  Two weeks ago it was called the New Earth Expo and I noticed it had many more health experts in attendance offering a brief, free sampling of their products and/or services from Massage, Chiropratic adjustment to Photographic Auras and a free Laser Therapy/treatment whose machine penetrates 2+” into the skin’s layers.  This wonderful machine reaches the inflamed areas more deeply as the light waves send energy to the body.   Also, it helps fractures heal (I have 3 compression fractures in my back) and am always looking for ways to heal naturally without drugs, invasion and expensive long-term treatments.  I already have a smaller version of this machine but you can learn more about it at Therapeutic Laser Sales: 760-917-2319.

Then I came upon a chiropractic booth that had an intriguing sign:  $25.00 for x-rays and analysis worth $250.00.  Apparently it was a special fundraiser whose proceeds would go to the Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad.  That did it.  I couldn’t resist finding out more since I am already a believer in chiropractics.  I met and talked with a young Doctor of Chiropractic – Dr. Ginger Kastens.  She is a staff member at the La Costa Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Carlsbad.  She was very patient and listened to my tale of woe and explained what the Center does. And how it could help my 3 compression fractures, etc. I paid the fee and made an appointment to have x-rays taken and a follow-up with Dr. Kastens.  She can be reached at 760-438-9548 or www.lacostachiropractic@com. 

Then, on to other booths and psychic readings.  Before leaving I stopped at the Rev. Marcella Jone’s booth.  She is a certified Yuen Method Instructor.  It’s a Chinese method of healing (energy blockages).  I’ve known her for about 10 years.  This day her son, Jerome, worked on me for nearly 20 minutes!  I felt so much lighter and better when he finished.  I knew I had energy blockages but could not release them myself.  What a joy to have someone do that for me.  I would take classes in this if they had them here in North San Diego County.  She is now in Newport Beach as well as San Digeo.  You can find out more about this healing practice at: 619-283-4782, www.loveandlighthealingcenter.com.

The day came to an end way before I was ready because there was so much to see and do.  But, if you are interested the Halloween Psychic Festival is coming back October 21.  Visit www.newearthexpo.net for more information.

Shirley M. Carolan, ATMG
Writer ● Speaker ● Artist
artistwithaflair@att.net
Phone/Fax: 760-732-0663

http://www.shirleycarolan.com
http://www.angelscross.blogspot.com
http://www.smcarolan.blogspot.com

Copyright© 2012 by Shirley M. Carolan. All rights reserved. To reprint any part of this article simply contact Shirley Carolan at artistwithaflair@att.net. Thank you.