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on 2/23/26 7:38 am
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Busy puttering yesterday and I never got around to posting. It was my nine year "surgiversary" yesterday. Time flies.... I was about 8 pounds less last year having been on tirzepatide for a while. I then gained to 20+ pounds and am now here. I marvel at you all with your 2 pound "swings". My swings are like a carnival ride.
It was so gorgeous yesterday, we spent a lot of it outside. But first it was pancake and bacon day. I had eggs instead of pancakes, but kept the bacon of course. Then Claudia and I did ladder chores first (I hate being on ladders with a fear of heights so it's nice to have someone to hold the ladder). We changed out my weather station that had died and then put some speaker covers back in the ceiling after they'd shaken out from the roof deck repair pounding. Then she blew the dust out of the cat patio (still needs a lot of cleaning) and I took the couch weather cover off and hosed off all the red dust. We capped the day walking Kirby, having green enchiladas, and watching two episodes of the Night Agent.
Today is the start of being in the 70s. Crazy! There's even a 77 in the 10 day forecast. I'm getting my hair done, but that's it.
Loved watching the hockey team win! Imagine having your teeth knocked out and going on to make the winning goal. Heartier souls than me! I'd be sobbing and making an emergency call to the dentist.
That's it from here... take care! Safe travels, DD!
Good morning! What weird weather this winter! Usually it's reliably warm in Florida by the end of February. The weather here has been cooler than normal some days roo, which has been welcome, because normally February would have some humid days close to, or over 100 degrees. Instead it's been in the 80s mostly.
We leave our Airbnb today at 11 am, and then hanging out with my "sister in law" until she delivers us to the airport around 5. We fly to Sao Paulo, leave there at 11pm, and arrive in Atlanta in the morning. Atlanta to Minneapolis has us arriving around noon.
We're sad to be leaving, but hugely grateful for the wonderful time here. There's a quote I love about how the ache you feel is the price you pay for the richness of loving another place and the people who live there.
I'll finish up the last bit of my packing now. See you all in the Northern Hemisphere tomorrow!
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Quiet day yesterday with only 3 of us checking in. Is today the day DD travels back home?
We had golf yesterday though it was delayed by rain and was a bit soggy and cold to start. Had to buy a new quarter zip top from the Pro Shop to keep warm. We had fun with the couple we partnered with though. Our golf courses are filled with all kinds of birds who pay no attention to the golfers. One of them got hit by the other woman's golf shot and didn't even move until we went over to check to make sure it was okay at which point it gracefully flew off.
It is 44 this morning with a high expected in the 50's today. No water aerobics today. Essentially all our kids and other family members are suffering a Nor'easter today. Oldest DD is supposed to fly here from Westchester NY tonight at 7 pm to stay until Friday. She may or may not make it.
Meanwhile I have my new space heater plugged in and warming up the lanai while we sit here. Have a momentous Monday!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Good luck getting the vendor booth ready. And getting the golf cart back in good shape hopefully.
Good that you already know enough people to start your own Bible Study group. I am assuming they work somewhat like a book club meeting? Time discussing the Bible and some social time?
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Having a lazy day once in a while is a good thing! Yes, best to have a list for the grocery store but sometimes other stuff gets purchased anyway. I keep a running list on my phone so always have one.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Yes, most Bible studies work like book clubs. Sometimes there is a teaching time with the leader or the group watches a video but most of the time the group is assigned a reading and then it is discussed the following week. Time for socializing and prayer is usually included.
5' 4" tall, HW: 242, SW:215.4 Weight Loss - pre-op: - 26.6, M1: -15.4, M2: -16, M3: -11.4, M4: -11.2, M5: -12.2, M6: -7.4, M7: -7.8, M8: -2.0 Goal of 130 lbs. reached at 8 months, 2 days post-op!
119.2, twinning with Liz today!
Busy day again today. I got my Etsy site revamped and running again. Have everything ready for my vendor booth and will start setting up tomorrow.
DH and I are thinking of starting our own Bible study group since we didn't jive with the one we attended last week. We already have one other couple interested in joining in, possibly two!
Salmon and asparagus for dinner. And of course I had my Dove ice cream bar. No more Ben and Jerry's for me after that dumping episode.
Golf cart saga continues. It will be 2 weeks tomorrow that they have had it back for repairs. DH will call tomorrow to see if there is an ETA for getting it back.
Glad the blisters are getting better Liz and hopefully the vitamin C will help future outbreaks.
Enjoy the Yum Yum sandwiches Diane!
5' 4" tall, HW: 242, SW:215.4 Weight Loss - pre-op: - 26.6, M1: -15.4, M2: -16, M3: -11.4, M4: -11.2, M5: -12.2, M6: -7.4, M7: -7.8, M8: -2.0 Goal of 130 lbs. reached at 8 months, 2 days post-op!
Greetings all
Lazing about here on a rainy cloudy day. Watching the Olympics closing ceremonies but I have to keep the tv low because DH went back to bed for a nap. The dogs are also comatose today so it is one of those overall sleepy days. I need to get organized and go at least to the gym if nothing else. No excuses. I also need to get papers organized because I work at the gallery tomorrow. Mondays are usually very slow especially in rainy February so I will work on the taxes for something to do.
Liz glad you had a good beach day. Wishing you luck on the 9 and dine and shoes. I am sure you know that the stuff on Reddit needs a healthy dose of skepticism but worth looking at the experience of others. I looked at one about partners of hoarders since DH is sort of one but I found it discouraging. Anyway, have a good time today.
I did make a quick store trip yesterday so we will have yum yum sandwiches tonight. Easy and works for a couple of days. I really have developed the bad habit of grocery store grazing as I walk around and buy things on impulse. Not a good idea. I need to make a list and stick to it.
Happy birthday little Griz. Many more.
Paula glad you got the contract done. What did they tell you about the store wide sale? Good on you for sticking with the water aerobics. Any action on the golf cart?
We have been watching the series Shrinking. Pretty good. Looking forward to the second of Night Desk and also the Diplomat when it comes out.
Not much else. Time to let the dogs in to go jump on DH. The sun is briefly out so it is time to get out and about.
Diane S
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Nice day at the Beach Club yesterday, followed by an appreciation reception for everyone who worked at the tennis tournament and capped off by dinner at a great little restaurant tucked away in a strip mall. Split the meal with DH.
The blisters are better this morning so something is working. I took Allegra yesterday, soaked my feet, and used the greasy steroid ointment. Repeat today. I have vitamin c supplements arriving to eat with meals. I will try anything! I am going to search for that Reddit group Diane S suggested.
Today the bus leaves at 7:30, then a Justice walk, and the Nine and Dine golf (if it doesn't rain). Maybe I can get my shoes on with large bandaids in place?
Have a superpower Sunday!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Yahoo on the contract! I'm glad you are enjoying water aerobics. I was hoping to start back tomorrow after all our travel and the cyst removal but it will probably be too cold.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
