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I actually have not done this one in forever but it is true that the hardness varies day by day. I always just told my patient's to listen to their bodies, it will let you know what to do!

LOL! I asked the IKEA consultant, "So is there a chance that any potential Trump tariffs will raise the prices of the out-of-stock pieces that I can't order for another 6 weeks when they're (hopefully) back in stock?"

The consultant didn't say a word, but just slowly lowered her entire upper body and head onto her desk as if she were too exhausted to contemplate what that might mean for IKEA, herself, me, etc. And then she raised her head and raised her hands to the heavens as if seeking clarification from God. And we both laughed.

In the land of probable facts, here's what IKEA's website says: "The five countries that supply the majority of products and services to IKEA are China, Poland, Italy, Germany and Sweden."

In other words, who the hell knows what's going to happen next? Not me. Not her. Probably not anybody until it happens.

Will new tariffs affect stuff from Ikea? Does it come from Sweden or actually from China? ds

Greetings all

Woke up to rain but it has slowed now. Hoping that continues as I need to go out and about. Countdown to cataract thing tomorrow and I am on the full eye drop regimen. Two kinds three times a day and another one tomorrow. Have to organize all the stuff I have to take today as early tomorrow morning I will be in a fog. Must have it all figured out tonight. Also need a store trip as I won't be able to drive for a couple of days or more. I can always send DH but I like figuring out my own stuff and knowing i have what I need. Guess I have trust issues. I am told they offer valium before the procedure and I plan to take all I can get. I will also try to get to the gym today.

DD what a haul on drugs! But I am glad they gave you "the works" and not just "oh lets try one conservative thing and then wait and see". Hoping your last day is pleasant and you get some pool time. Late check out indeed.

Ann WTF on your DH surgeon? Nails sticking out!!!!!! Well yeah Sherlock. Hope the procedure goes well and that there is relief soon. I guess feet heal slowly so make sure your DH takes it easy and does not overdo stuff.

4 Events Liz. Lots of stuff. I am convinced that those of us who have maintenance success are those who are most active. I think it has more to do with it than we realize. Ergo I am not doing so well because I am a SLUG. In fact, my spirit animal is a banana slug. But even a banana slug can do a treadmill (imagine the slime). Anyway good on you Liz for keeping in motion. You earned Italian night.

Interesting musings on parents and children and the lasting impact of peculiar mothers. It has always amazed me how some people had horrid childhood but grew up to be fine people. Others just continued on the path of disaster. DD so interesting that your therapist suggested you mother your mother. My own mother was fierce and demanding when I was young but became pleasant and kind in her old age. Unfortunately Crazy Pat intervened with a huge dose of nasty. I know you will handle things with grace and honor.

Paula glad that you and DC1 are cooking. A great family activity. And you end up with something good to eat. Win Win.

Yeah my post yesterday appeared to be circling the drain so I copied it and reposted. Thats why it ended up twice. I thought the first one was in cyber purgatory. Then it showed up. Who knows. Messing with tech stuff that only partially works is the biggest time waster of modern life. My doctor yesterday was trying to order some extra tests for me due to my bariatric history and all the computer hoops he had to jump through to get what he wanted and get medicare to pay was ridiculous. He gripes about it a lot. Lord knows how I would manage a law practice in this day and age, I bet it's all digital and no actual books or papers. No thanks.

Enough stream of consciousness, Must get organized and make a list.

Diane S

Any improvement in your health? My DS called this morning and it sounds like he has something similar to what you have had.