The Gym Rat and T3

Posted on September 29, 2017 by spearfruit

Hey All,

Since I decided that continuing to be a “Pack Rat” was probably not a good idea given that my living space in the RV is a bit limited and since I’ve already down-sized so significantly this past year, I decided that maybe it would be better to become a “Gym Rat” !

I looked up the definition and it says that a “Gym Rat” is someone who spends all leisure time playing sports and working out in a gymnasium or health spa and since it doesn’t say anything about needing to have a “bushy tail” like the “Pack Rat” then this new form of “Rat” fits me better !

So as you can see from the photos and also when viewing the video, I am trying to work out, of course when not pre-occupied trying to do selfie’s !

Now you are also probably wondering from the title of this blog what does T3 have to do with the gym or the title of this blog ? Remember the video blog I did the other day with all the turtles and do you know what day today is ? Well, today is exactly one month since Terry departed this earth for heaven. When I was leaving the gym and crossing the bridge which is over the creek, I look down into the water and noticed that there was a very big turtle swimming at a very rapid rate right towards me like it wanted to get my attention. As I looked down, the turtle quickly stopped and then lifted his head high and look up directly at me. I truly believe that this turtle was T3 “Terry the Turtle” and that he (Terry) just wanted to take another moment to let me know that all is well with him in heaven and not to worry. The 2 turtle photos included below in this blog are those of T3 looking up at me !

Luv Gary

37 thoughts on “The Gym Rat and T3”

Lynz Real Cooking on September 30, 2017 at 1:38 am said:

I can’t believe its been a month! You are doing well Gary! I love the turtle. Take care dear

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 3:42 am said:
  
  Thanks Lynz. Yes, a month has really flown by. Doesn’t seem possible, Gary
  
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leggypeggy on September 30, 2017 at 2:28 am said:

Oh dear, a month already. Sendings spoons.

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 3:43 am said:
  
  Yes, 1 month already. Thanks for the spoons! Gary
  
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Blue Sky on September 30, 2017 at 2:32 am said:

Wow, a month has past by so quickly. I do hope exercising does continue to help you with stress Gary!

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 3:43 am said:
  
  Absolutely, exercise is the best medicine.
  
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Osyth on September 30, 2017 at 4:53 am said:

You have much change to contend with …. Terry has been gone a whole month but it is only a month. He’s watching over you …. T3 have you the strongest sign today. Now the moving, the stress of driving and all the packing up. Be gentle on yourself. Only blog of you really feel like it. And make time for you at the gym …. I’m impressed with your regime – and the great facility. I send you hugs and strength for the days ahead. O

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Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 5:47 am said:

Thanks Osyth. Appreciate your comments. Yes, I will put priorities in the forthcoming days on the move. I will be happy once resettled again. Have a great weekend ! Luv Gary

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thejuicenut on September 30, 2017 at 7:44 am said:

I can’t believe it’s a whole month! I remember when my dad died, I couldn’t understand why the world didn’t stop what it was doing so I could just catch my breath and process what had happened (31 years ago). I think Gym Rat is much more appropriate and what a lovely meeting with T3 💜

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 5:55 pm said:
  
  Should have had some Turtle food with me so that I could have feed Terry when I saw him yesterday. Have no idea how well he gets fed in heaven, hopefully it’s something better than turtle food !
  
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  - thejuicenut on October 1, 2017 at 9:02 am said:
    
    👍🏻😊
    
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derrickjknight on September 30, 2017 at 10:45 am said:

Chatting through sit-ups – John McEnroe’s famous phrase comes to mind. 🙂 Seriously, most impressive

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 5:56 pm said:
  
  Getting pretty good at the selfie’s not so sure about the sit-ups? I need to work those abs harder! Gary
  
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  - derrickjknight on September 30, 2017 at 6:04 pm said:
    
    🙂
    
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Jodi on September 30, 2017 at 10:50 am said:

Look at you. Good job taking care of yourself in such a healthy way. Love T3. Love that terry is still with you. One month already… still feels like yesterday I spoke to him. Be good to you. Hugs

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 5:59 pm said:
  
  I’m trying to continue to take care of myself, because if I don’t I’ll only have me to blame. Ya, don’t know where the month went? Seems like everything happened just yesterday. Luv Gary
  
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  - Jodi on October 1, 2017 at 12:21 am said:
    
    ❤
    
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vanbytheriver on September 30, 2017 at 11:58 am said:

One month, and it’ good to see you have such a healthy outlook on life. Terry would be proud. T3 might just be evidence of that.

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 6:00 pm said:
  
  I hope so. I’ve got to keep up my health and try to move forward…no reason not to.
  
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-Eugenia on September 30, 2017 at 12:16 pm said:

Wow! Already a month has gone by. You seem to be doing well keeping your spirits up by staying busy.:)

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 6:01 pm said:
  
  I think that’s the key to get thru all this……continue to keep busy and remain focused.
  
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lynne hoareau on September 30, 2017 at 5:46 pm said:

Time has flown Gary and so much has happened in a month! I love T3. Yes, Terry definitely is watching over you 🙂 I like the ‘gym rat’ idea, nothing beats a good gym session. Take care of yourself. 🙂

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 6:06 pm said:
  
  Yes, and it is much easy to work out especially without requiring to have a bushy tail ! I have always enjoyed working out and hope to keep it in my daily routine. It’s a good stress release and keeps me from getting too tired mentally.
  
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chattykerry on September 30, 2017 at 6:54 pm said:

Terry the turtle! I am so glad that nature and Terry are giving you positive messages. 🐢

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 10:33 pm said:
  
  ME TOO !!
  
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Jennie on September 30, 2017 at 9:55 pm said:

So nice, Gary! A gym rat must be much better than a pack rat. 😀

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 10:34 pm said:
  
  Yes it is.. Much simpler to deal with.
  
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Gillian on September 30, 2017 at 10:30 pm said:

Nothing better for stress than exercise! Great to see you blogging and working out.

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- Gary Drabczuk on September 30, 2017 at 10:36 pm said:
  
  Yes, Exercise is good for me. Definitely helps with the stress,
  
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bethanyk on September 30, 2017 at 11:10 pm said:

I love that the turtles rushed up to you! I love the pictures

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- spearfruit on October 1, 2017 at 1:21 am said:
  
  Yes it was pretty cool.
  
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carol hopkins on October 1, 2017 at 7:39 pm said:

Love the turtles…a lovely sign to bring you smiles….hope you are doing well

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koolkosherkitchen on October 2, 2017 at 2:56 am said:

I believe that Terry is feeding on your memories of him. Having T3 as a friend is such a wonderful thing – truly T3 has been sent to you as a material representative of Terry’s spirit!
As to bushy tails, take it from me, Gary, even a cat can be a gym rat – at least I am,
Dolly

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Miss Gentileschi on October 2, 2017 at 3:34 pm said:

Aww – Terry the turtle! What a lovely way to say hello! 🙂 🐢🐢🐢💕

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New Journey on October 3, 2017 at 12:11 am said:

So like Terry to let you know through a turtle that all’s well on his side of life…I am glad you are open to him and you will have so much enjoyment out of his humorous ways he shows up.. I truly believe that those that have left our world have special ways of reminding us they are still looking in on us and helping us get through there passing. Love that the pack rat has turned into a gym rat!! Well done….XXxxkat

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- spearfruit on October 3, 2017 at 1:52 am said:
  
  Thanks Kat, Being a Gym Rat is certainly much healthier for me.
  
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  - New Journey on October 3, 2017 at 3:10 am said:
    
    I need to join the pack…LOL
    
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