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on 1/24/26 10:51 am
Up a bit today. 198. The fun first dip of the rollercoaster is over! Dinner was fun, though I ran into a few people I know and chatted with them before the others arrived and when they did, I went to introduce them and completely blanked on one of their names! And she didn't help me out and give it so my brain blockage just hung there in the air uncomfortably. Lord above. My first true embarrassing senior moment.
I ordered a burger without the bun and coleslaw instead of fries. It was good and I was stuffed.
Yesterday I was productive with phone calls too. I started the process to get a new pool cover. Yet another large expense! And called a metal fabricator about my gate that needs replacing. The first is sending out someone to measure, then 6 weeks to make it. And the second is working on a quote. Two partial checkmarks! I also got in touch with a dog trainer because I think Kirby needs some help with reactivity with other dogs. He has zero chill as the kids say. Coming upon a neighbor with a dog on our walk yesterday showed me he's got an issue. The barking and pulling is extreme. I would like him to be calm when meeting other dogs. And I think a trainer with access to other dogs to help with training would be good. And I feel like it would be smart to work on this before a puppy arrives so he doesn't pass on unwanted behaviors.
The other thing I did yesterday was dust off my hand weights and try a short intro workout video. Good lord my arm strength is pathetic. I was using 5 pound weights and it was a video for SENIORS and I still had to stop halfway through. Peps would have hung his head in shame over me. Not sure how I let it get this bad, but it's BAD. At this point, it would be a waste of time to get a trainer. I should just lift soup cans in the pantry and it would be a challenge.
Anyway, I'm going to the grocery store today and walking Kirby. I think whatever rain we were supposed to get has evaporated.
Liz, I think the suit is really stretchy looking at the sample bodies in it on the website. And if it's not, it will count as a workout!
Take care all!
Sorry to hear about your Moms cat. I too hope another loss doesn't negatively impact your Dad. Continue to enjoys your travels!
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!
2 more nights in San Juan. We were off the ship shortly after 8, joked with the guy in passport control and took an Uber to our hotel. At first we had early check-in, but the room they gave us overlooked a busy walking area and had no view other than some trees. We had paid extra to be in this area (club area), so I asked for another room which we got into at 2 (early check-in charge supposedly removed - we shall see). I put a picture of the view on FB. Low view, but still better than no balcony. We also have an included breakfast and a happy hour with substantial appetizers in the late afternoon. Nice place so far. We had a good Italian dinner at a restaurant on resort property last night but it was expensive.
Today we will probably walk around Old San Juan for a while, then back to the resort for me at least. I don't really want to do the forts unless DH does (I saw them back in 1996). Will have to bring an umbrella as there are heavy squalls every 2-3 hours followed by lots of sun (similar to the weather we experienced in BVI). We identified a sports bar near our resort to watch the Patriots game tomorrow afternoon.
I keep imagining that suit that CC bought as a tight body suit one has to wriggle into like a Spanx bodysuit LOL. I can't imagine having the patience to get into it too often if that is the case. I am also imagining the area in Brazil that DD and her DH are staying in and loving that image of the warmth, the cafes, etc.
Have a smiling Saturday.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Sorry your Dad is missing the kitty. Interesting how loved ones often pass close to each other when elderly, even our pets.
Your place continues to sound heavenly. Are you staying in that spot for the entire time?
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
I hope those eagles keep that egg safe!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
The cold snap arrives just in time for us on Monday. I kind of wish we were going home today...
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Google "Alzheimer's sundowning" for more info on that. Very common. Have you ever looked into support groups in your area? They can help in understanding stages of the disease, how to cope with them, and how to get help. The Alzheimer's Association has many forms of support (https://www.alz.org/help-support/community/support-groups). The group I went to in Florida was associated with them, though the one I went to on Cape Cod was an independent organization.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Good evening everyone! Getting caught up on reading. Good news about food plans working, enjoying pain killers, and it seems like most are over the crud, and Diane's rumba did not spread dog poop, just doggie treats.
The weather at home is punishingly cold. One of the many reasons I'm so happy to be here. But I wish everyone else didn't have to suffer.
Just spent a few minutes with DH trying to get logged into our Netflix account now that we are back in our apartment. Computer words and Netflix words are not part of my vocabulary, since they didn't have computers when I was learning to speak Portuguese in 1980, but I'm proud to say I figured it out.
Sad news from home, my Mom's cat died. He was very old, so I shouldn't be too surprised. Everything she saw him, DD asked him, please don't die before Grandma. He held up his end of the bargain. Good kitty. Even though he the most bonded with my Mom, he was still company for my Dad. I hope this doesn't add greatly to his loneliness.
We had two wonderful days in the Serra in the wine country. Lots of pictures on Facebook. I'm actually hoping tomorrow is a little quieter. DH and I would like to go to coffee tomorrow and maybe hang out at the pool. Hopefully not crowded because it is the weekend. A lot of people are away on summer holidays.
The weather is wonderful, but a bit strange for January here as it is only in the mid 80s. We are again with the windows open. Not complaining at all. The sun is very warm and the heat is coming tomorrow and Sunday.
