Wrap that gift, save that spine

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Commentary by Dr. Joseph Stockwell

The season is light and the feeling is merry. The air is cold and crisp against our faces. Another year is coming to an end and it is the time again that we celebrate each other with the giving and receiving of all things pleasant to the senses. Oh, what fun! I personally am filled with overwhelming gratitude for the support my family has received from my church community. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

And now for the topic of discussion, the lovely task of gift wrapping. I’m sure we all have found ourselves in some strange and uncomfortable positions while attempting to succeed in the perfect gift wrap. Last year, my wife and I spent the whole night sitting on the floor. The first few gifts were wrapped perfectly but after a while, “Santa” got tired, sore and careless. The gifts started to look like they were wrapped by my four year old. My neck and back ached, my rear end was numb and I had a Charlie horse in both legs. After a couple of hours of this, I spent the next day sore in all the worst places. Not such a fun way to spend Christmas Day. A word of advice: don’t sit on the floor when wrapping gifts. It may seem convenient, but you will be uncomfortable and in pain later on.

Instead, find yourself a table or countertop where you can sit or stand. Make sure you are not slouching forward. Try to keep your spine straight and your shoulders back. Have all the items you need close by: the scissors, tape, wrapping paper and the gifts themselves. Not having to reach for things will save you from any strains or sprains.

Don’t try to tackle all the wrapping in one session. Break it up into mini sessions of 15 to 30 minutes. This will make it easier on your mind and body, and gifts will be wrapped with the precision and care your loved ones deserve. You will find yourself enjoying your holidays with more energy and less pain – and more beautifully wrapped gifts.


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