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So DD's heating problem had me checking the WiFi thermostat in Florida (it is a Sensi btw - I really like it). I can remotely change the temperature or set a programmed schedule. I can also look at recent usage by day or at monthly usage over time. This is the first time we have been away that I set it for a minimum heating level vs a maximum cooling level. Luckily it hasn't had to kick in the last few days (I have it set at a minimum of 55). I felt like we used a ton of heating last month so I compared January of 2025 vs 2026. Interesting that we used a lot more AC this year, but about the same amount of heat:
Hoping the trend when we get home is getting warmer. Yesterday was warm and sunny in the morning so we had a good Justice walk and sat out in the sun (the dogs giving each other the stink eye LOL). At around 11:30 am the wind and clouds took over and it was pouring at noon. So we read most of the afternoon until we left at 4 for our early dinner. Really nice piece of triple tail fish and one stoned crab claw. Yummy! The movie for the evening was Footloose. Much more uplifting and so funny to see all the actors when they were young (1984j.
Today will be cool again (high of 63 with wind). Not sure what the plan is. My DH tends to get nudgy when we don't do anything but his friends don't go out much. The husband had a stroke 40 years ago when in his 30's so he can't walk a lot. I can go on low with the dog in my lap and a book in my hand. We will definitely do our Justice walk regardless though I may need a warmer jacket again.
Have a fascinating Friday!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
We already have snacks ready for Super Bowl. It is a big one for us Patriots fans! DH was worried that our friends might no****ch it because they aren't big sports people, but they definitely do. The only discussion was that we would all prefer to stay home so what snacks should we get.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Well said!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
We are hoping this cold spell will be shorter than the prior ones.
And yes, I ultimately had to have a revision done behind my ears. Not a big deal and all healed nice and flat afterwards.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
DH's home up north is too old to put a WiFi thermostat in (another way to remotely monitor heat or AC). So I have a WiFi camera there pointing to a thermometer. But in October, the kids were there and unplugged it forgetting to plug it back in when they left. So we will have no idea if the furnace fails. With the extreme cold up there if it does fail that will mean frozen pipes, followed by water in the basement where lots of stuff is stored.
Loving your stories and pictures of Brazil. Keep on enjoying it. I personally chose not to do temp work for my former employer after I left when they offered it even though the money was good. I was enjoying the lack of pressure to get to work and be on a schedule too much. And the luxury of a slow morning! I decided if I was managing monetarily without working, I wasn't going to,
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
I had a WW leader who said that the first thing she did when her eating got out of control is clean her car inside and out, then organize her kitchen. Usually that would help her get back on track. I'm am rather compulsive about clutter, but I can see where your getting things done can work in a similar way.
I just mentioned thus to DH and he agreed completely. Interesting to consciously think about it.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
That is an awesome amount of stuff to get done CC. Good on you. The art event in October will be fun and your home will be a fabulous venue. Good to think about lighting now. DS
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Ghe crab fondu. Nice presentation but too much bread.
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Greetings all
Sunny here. The inevitable rain storm will come in just in time for the Super Bowl. No big deal unless we get a power outage. However the ever prepared DH will get one of his big batteries to run the tv.
Today I had to go to the dentist to get this crown seated. We learned recently that this dentist is retiring. Rats, just when I had a dentist I trust. But her son in law is a dentist and is taking over the practice so at least we are not without an option. Dentist and I had a nice talk about taking retirement early. She is only 55 but I told her she should go for it and will feel like a kid skipping school every day for a year. After that I did the studio where the power is out. Place was pretty empty because the electric potters wheels don't work. I have a sunny room and need no power so I got some stuff done. After that, because I could come up with absolutely no excuses, I went to the gym.
We had a nice dinner last night at the restaurant with the sunsets. Plus a ton to bring home for tonight. I had crab fondu which was ok. Nice to get out.
DD your trip sounds so fun. You are doing it right. Keep it up.
Paula I will think of you at the dentist. DH had one pulled a couple of years ago and it was quick and a big nothing.
Well Liz Justice can continue his stare down with that other dog. Stink eye indeed. Yes there is a trend in movies there. big lunch and lite dinner is kind of a good idea.
Peps glad you are well healed. Gym yet? Being off of that for a bit makes a difference.
Diane S.
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