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Still no weight today (at Universal hotel this morning).
Be forewarned that OH has been very finicky this morning. So copy what you write before pressing Submit!
Yesterday actually went well - my knees and feet didn't hurt much, just a bit of strain in my back by the time we quit at 5. DH's Ex had a rental scooter due to knee problems after having one replaced about 6 months ago and the other one needing to be done. DH commented a couple of times about how old she looked though she is several years younger than we are. A 9 hour day with half a corn dog for lunch. I'd never had one. It was pretty good but half was enough. Last night we had burgushi at a place called Cowfish. They had sushi and hamburgers but also these things that looked like sushi but were made of beef and cheese. Interesting concept.
This morning we are meeting for breakfast in 2.5 hours, then we drive back to our place, picking Justice up along the way. By the end of the day 9 people will be at the condo and we are all going to the clubhouse for prime rib night. We had to explain the dress code to the kids - no denim and no activewear shorts. They are at the age where that seems very foreign to them. Tonight 3 of us are sleeping at the hotel across the street and 6 in the condo (plus Justice). I wonder if Justice will sleep with someone? He is a great snuggler.
In re-reading this, I just realized that most of the comments on company are around the food. No wonder we all focus on food so much.
No news on funeral arrangements yet though that is no surprise with the logistics involved. I need to call some family friends who I am still close with today. I don't relish that.
Time to let the light in from the outside. Have a thoughtful Thanksgiving Eve!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
So glad you got antibiotics to help you feel better. DS just finished his after having strep last week.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
I'm with you on the long plane ride. The trip to Tahiti nearly did me in. DH floats the idea of going to Asia periodically and all I can think about is that awful plane trip.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Thank you. Yes, it was such a shock to everyone.
Lovely that you received such kind notes from your students. You know you are leaving the world better because of the impact you had on children.
And yes, we did have express lane passes that came with our hotel stay. The extra cost to stay at the higher level hotel was more than offset by receiving those passes for free.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Lucky you to have good teeth. Mine are also the kind that need constant maintenance. Genetics are interesting. Justice has big issues with his teeth - also genetics.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Frankly, I am so tired of the political discourse in this country! It does seem to bring out the worst in people. Paula, I'm sorry your DS2's friend deals with familial strife over political views. I find that so disheartening and truly bothersome.
I recently read an interesting article on the scientific research being done to understand transgender, cisgender, and non binary gender identity. Fascinatingly, it seems that there can be a difference between biological/physical gender and chromosomal gender. Who knew??? This could help us understand the actual biology of the sexual/gender identity continuum. I sincerely hope that the research continues.
Speaking of WL meds.... seems I have been taking the drugs long enough that Orderly Meds has bumped me up to Loyalty Level and I'm getting a good break on the cost of tirzepatide now! Whoo hoo! BTW, FDA is keeping Semaglutide and Tirzepatide on the shortage list until further review. Next review is scheduled for December 19, 2024. Until then we are all safe. I did decide to order two months at once this time, though. With the significant break in cost, I figured why not?
Weight 217.7, so up just a few tenths. I'm getting really comfortable with the ebb and flow of my weight while it continues to trend downward. That was not so in the past. I used to get upset about any upward tick.
Two doses of amoxicillin on board. Sinuses are beginning to feel better, but the drainage is now kicking in to high gear. Blech...
Oops! Hours and Hours later I click on the open tab to find I never submitted my post....
I already forgot about the cheese buttons! They are definitely forgettable! I made the dumpling wrappers a bit too thick. The innerds tasted okay. Depression food for sure. I may try them one more time and use wonton wrappers, ensuring they will be thinner!
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
Sunny today but nippy. Ok by me. Started with Scrabble and our friend who just returned from Antarctica. Pictures of penguins. Sounded like a good trip except the grueling plane ride(s). That would do me in. Won one and lost two but not by much. Succumbed to the Shark. After that on to deliver payroll and then take some art to the gallery. Cheeseburger in between stops. I guess I will wander over to the gym even though I am looking for excuses not to.
Liz so sorry for the sudden passing of your BIL. Tough time for all family. Hope Universal is survivable and that the rest of your holiday is better.
Full house Paula! Sounds like a good time. Sounds like a time for eat - at -will and abandoning formalities during arrivals. How were the cheese buttons?
CC we all await home pictures!! Banquette!
We started watching Landman last night. Total testosterone festival much like Yellowstone. But still keeps attention even though one character did this thing that was so super macho that DH and I both started laughing. We will continue it I think.
Not much else. Turkey wrap tonight I think. Looking forward to the holiday gathering and grateful to not cook it.
Diane S
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on 11/26/24 2:47 pm
Claudia's teeth are like yours. She could not be more diligent and they seem to laugh at her efforts. She gets very annoyed with my dad and his twice a year flossing and perfect teeth at 83!
Enjoy your lie-in tomorrow!
Liz, I am so sorry to hear about the unexpected death of your family member. There is no easy way to lose someone, but the shock of a sudden death can hit so hard.
