Friday, December 6, 2024

118.2

DH's stress test seemed to go well. He didn't have any difficulties. On Tuesday he has an echocardiogram. Hopefully it will look as good as a year ago so that we can stop worrying so much and just get on with life. I got him a Fitbit for Christmas so he can monitor his heart rate. He doesn't like Apple Watches so I thought this would be the next best thing.

We went to a Christmas party at the clubhouse last night. I wore a velvet dress which I bought 6 years ago for a wedding. DH said I was too dressed up but when we got there most of the women were similarly dressed. The men had on what DH described as an old man uniform: navy sport coat and khaki slacks with a dress shirt but no tie. Fun to dress up like that. I brought several of my really dressy clothes from up north to here because I never wear them there anymore.

I don't know what the plan is for today - possibly the beach club? DH plans everyone else's visits day by day but not for his sisters. But they are fairly good at finding things to do in their own here.

Justice needs a long walk since he didn't get one yesterday. Have a fantastic Friday!

135.0

Just made the 2nd world's most terrible pot of coffee, ever! The first was 42 years ago when trying to conquer a top of the stove aluminum frankenperker-pot. So bummed and I'm sad to think of ditching my vintage 50's GE potbelly. Looks likely Kurt will be getting the coffee maker ( no doubt a counter-top-space-guzzling eye sore ) of his dreams. Function over form, in this case, is the tastier road. Any suggestions welcome.....

All holiday home picture's and stories so fun to be seeing....what fun! Almost done...Same decorations + new environment = lots of how, where, what to put out/up/what..what..of it. Lots of options to consider.

Out and about today with time spent setting up for Church Cookie Bazaar tomorrow...then avoiding as many shopping stops as possible (hate-hate crowds and lines) before home and some making/baking of my own. Strange how I "forget" every year that I justify all the goodies accumulated/made over holidays as treats for others when the truth is...a fair amount will find its tasty way to yours truly.

Mindful consumption hopefully will mitigate potential end of year's scale reading; need to remember starting 2025 with maintenance as my resolution (instead of dreaming of some massive weight loss) is a joy no tasty overindulgence can match......

it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas...

I like my keurig because I'm the only coffee drinker in the house most if the time. I know the purist's out there really like the big contraptions that go from grinding the whole beans to putting on the fancy foam with everything in between, but you are right they take up a lot of counter real estate!

LOL at your DHs description of the old guy uniform. It's been a thing for decades. Anytime DFIL went to the mall, dinner at your house, etc he added a blue sports coat to his ensemble. Although DH never wears it, the blue sports coat hangs in his closet in memory of his Dad.

Miss150, I feel your pain at the loss of a longtime reliable appliance. A new washer and dryer is in my future someday. I'm hoping we can nurse them along to 40 years, 37 and counting!

Pub Night is at our area Art Center. Last night's trio was a mixed bag. The fiddle player was outstanding. He is in the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame, so he is a local name. His partners aren't at his level, but it was enjoyable. 5 minute drive, home by 9:15pm.

I am having the kind of day I long for. Playing hookey. I checked work email, and there are no fires to put out. Slept until 8:30am, drinking tea, watching a local talk show called The Jason Show. At 2pm, we will go downtown, and check into our hotel. Then we'll walk to the restaurant, and following that, a Christmas Concert we see every year. Then of course, back to the hotel. My only snafu is deciding whether I could walk in small heels several blocks, or if should stick to lower heeled boots.

Besides our big night out, no other weekend plans, which is perfect after last week's busy schedule. Feeling grounded, centered, and happy.

I vote for the boots.....warmer! Have fun!

Hair done today then off to a gallery show opening with my neighbor. Kirby is displeased to be left alone much of the day! Had to pause as he just threw up on the carpet. Are all dogs this yakky or just my dogs??

My bff just sent me my birthday present early. It was a Cameo! Where a famous person sends you a personal message. Has anyone seen the show, Miranda from the UK? Hilariously silly show about an awkward woman navigating through life and love. So funny and heartwarming and all written by Miranda Hart and she plays herself Miranda. So one of my all-time favorite comfort shows and also beloved by my bff, my UK bff, my CA artist bff and her mother and daughter, and I found out my old boss loves her as well and can quote season and show numbers when quoting it! So loads of oohs and ahs over my personalized birthday video wish from Miranda which I widely showed off. Such a great idea for someone who has everything and needs nothing! Here it is.

I should get ready to scoot to the opening. Hope everyone is happy and healthy! And look up the show Miranda if you're in the mood for "Such Fun"!

Oh my goodness! What a unique fun gift!

What a great gift! So very thoughtful of your friend!

145.9. Same. Took my 1/2 dose shot yesterday morning. Seems to be working well. I'll reduce my dose once I get to using my new vial!

Today was a pajama day! Loved it! Still quite cold here and no reason I needed to leave the comfort of my house, so why bother changing? I'll take a jacuzzi bath before bed to get clean and warm up! DH is working 12 hour nights starting today, so it will just be the puppies and me!

Leftovers for lunch (2 1/2 onion rings from our Red Robin outing the other day) along with part of a Fairlife shake which I will complete later tonight. DH ate my leftover burger! Costco had some premade chicken Italian meatballs, so I made those with a red sauce and angel hair pasta for dinner. Pasta dishes just don't do much for me these days! My go to seems to be cottage cheese. Filling and not sweet! No matter what it is, I'm done after a handful of bites!

Made another Etsy sale. I think that is 2 this month! Lol! Better than zero! I really need to get on my Search Engine Optimization! A friend wants to buy some of my cards to give as Christmas gifts! That will be one more sale for the month!

The treadmill is calling my name! I should start heeding that beckoning! Perhaps I will hop on for a bit tonight! Nothing better to do!

Lucky you to have a day to just do your own thing. I am a bit envious.