Saturday, January 12, 2008
UNBALANCED
I have just been called on, what turns out to be, my bullshit about balance.
See 011008 below.
I knew it was too good to be true.
I said that I could pass the balance test for over 60 seconds which is true if I ignore the instructions and keep my eyes open.
But if I shut my eyes, I am more like 5 seconds like all the other 70-79 year olds.
I suppose willful denial, as usual, closed my eyes to the part about closing my eyes.
Now, I am going to take issue with the test.
What is the point of a test that makes unrealistic consideration of the situation?
You are not allowed to use your arms and you must keep your eyes closed.
I would like a test that would show how long I can stay balanced on two feet, arms free to fly in any direction, eyes open and, preferably, the shoulder of a nice young gentleman to lean on if I get a bit woozy.
It is a real bummer to find out that one is merely normal.
Thanks to Jim for reading and responding.
The rest of you pass the con-ability test.
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