Thursday, June 17, 2021

I woke up at 5 this morning thinking about what I have to do in the next couple of days prior to leaving here. I guess that's why another week is enticing. I feel like I cut off 3 days due to travel and anticipation of it. We will see what happens.

I went out with DD alone last night and we had a good evening. We went to a little place a little off the main town so I was a bit unsure of location and parking so we took a cab. Well worth it.

Today is beaching, Covid testing, a sunset sail, then the weekly resort Karaoke party. Lots of activity compared to the usual day here.

I hope you west coast folks aren't broiling! Have a safe and healthy Thursday!

Our little trip is coming to an end. After an overcast day and rainy night, the sun is out again, and I don't want to leave. That's probably the best time to go though, when you still want more. We would definitely come again to South Beach.

Time for breakfast, then catch an uber around 11am.

It is supposed to hit 108-110 degrees here today. Will try to stay cool!

Last night I agreed to a 10 am workout instead of a later in the evening workout. As I struggle to wake up fully this morning, I am regretting my decision to switch to the morning. At least I will have my workout done by 11 am and can get on with the rest of the day!

I need to work on Blitz, Dottie and Keira. Dottie and Keira are one and done, so it's just making the commitment to do them. The others who are being shown are getting groomed weekly - about 2-3 hours per dog. It is easy to fall behind.

Things are coming together in the construction zone. I am so very happy with the way the redesigned stairs are turning out. The redesign is much more in concert with my vision. Planters are getting filled and the drip system is in all 4 planters. Still have a fence to put up, another one that needs to be finished, completing the surround under the deck, finish the electrics and pouring the new sidewalk along the fence. I am hoping that the backyard is back to being "mine" by the end of next week. Then the fun stuff (planting) can begin! Fingers crossed.

"I get untold pleasures from the feast..." Templeton the Rat, Charlotte's Web by E.B. White. I so get this little nasty glutton of a rat. I, too, get untold pleasures from the feast. The pleasure that I derive from eating is real - no ifs, ands, or buts about it! The tape I am working on erasing today is the one that tells me that I should seek this pleasure multiple times per day - especially outside of meals. I am beginning to see that much of my eating behavior is preparing for a famine which never, ever comes. It is the famine of "the diet" which I fear. I spend many of my days, without even so much as a thought about what I'm really doing, having last meals assuming that "tomorrow we diet!". Diets have always been so black and white for me that the slightest transgression away from a meal program feels like betrayal and failure.

I remember the May after my December WLS I had my first indulgence. I was wickedly tickled about it. We had just been to an OH meet up near San Jose. Afterwards Ron wanted a coffee so we went into Los Gatos. He got some type of choclatey thing. I had a couple of bites and was in HEAVEN. I remember feeling guilty, but also DELIGHTED. There was a joyfulness about being off plan. There was also inner scolding and berating for allowing myself such a folly. Nine years later being able to understand how all the emotions of that eating experience came together and still influence me today is what is really important.

Okay, gotta run or else I won't be ready for that dreaded 10 am workout!

Air conditioning is dead again.... currently 83 inside the house, blinds all closed. I hope it is not another suicidal snake ! Once a month is not good ! I also hope it is NOT something I did, which I can't imagine. That would be $$$. Service guys on the way...asthma does come in handy.

During yesterday's therapy session I found out that Doctor On Demand protocols mean I have to find a Florida licensed therapist. We used our final session well, working through current issues and building a list of skill sets I need in a new therapist. DD and Liz, safe trips home, hopefully more efficient than BB's ! Shirl, enjoy your weekend. Peps, 10 AM workout !! The back yard is going to be magazine worthy !! Diane, hug those little fur babies !! Ceci, enjoy the blessed cool breeze ! The fruits of your labor should be taking shape !

So sorry about your AC. I am assuming repairs are not on your dime given that you are renting. Interesting, too, about Dr. on Demand rules. Makes sense, I suppose, since you now reside in another state, but with all the online services today, kind of makes you wonder about that stuff.

Ok OH don't eat this.

Still wild here in puppy land. They are into everything. One has learned where the treat plate for the older dogs is kept and she makes a beeline for it every time she escapes the puppy area. She also slips her collar and has been through three.

Peps those steps look great. You and going to have a fab back yard (like that old word). How have you managed with dogs while people were working there?

Doctor visit today which was supposed to be next week. He is going to nag me to do ablation which I don't think i need. We shall see.

Walter's new mom comes tomorrow. She is so excited to get a puppy after being dog-less for several years. He is going to be one spoiled pup. And good news coming from the one that is already adopted out. Next round of puppy visits on the 26th.

My niece and her son come the 1st to get a pup. There is a boat ride around Humboldt bay that just resumed business so we will take that ride. Its cool here so with the heat inland there will be lots of visitors. Hence reservations.

Yikes OceanDiane no AC. Get that fixed soon.

Have a good day all. Maybe more later.

OH if you eat this I curse you.

Diane S

Puppy news makes me smile!