What was your fasting blood glucose? (full on chat)

[gennepher]

Oh boy.
I had a nap after posting my fbs earlier.
Had a nightmare that I was in hospital and my bed was sinking in the muddy floor because it had flooded. The room was like quicksand. I managed to get out. Someone was serving food, lovely food, delicious food. But then the lights went out. Darkness.

So I woke up. I went to turn the light on. It was 6:45. A very grey day outside. The light didn’t come on. Oh no. Armageddon?

Went to electric mains switch. It was on. Went online on my phone for my area. No power cut reported. So got dressed. A quick wash in cold water. And was going out at 7:15 to ask a neighbour. But cat wanted feeding. Came in. Fed cat. Checked for power outages again. And now the fault has been reported. Maybe mid morning it will come back.

But I am hungry now. I have some lovely mince in the fridge to cook...but I cannot open fridge nor cook...no power.

I know I thought. Brilliant idea. I will go to Wetherspoons for my brekkie. Hang on but what is the post code for Wetherspoons? Cos last time we had a massive power outage for hours they were affected. As well as other cafes and food shops affected. Got their postcode. Checked. They are in the power outage too. Sigh.....

Where’s the nearest next Wetherspoons? Oh boy, this would be a 20 mile round trip...

Boo hoo, and I am hungry. I am never hungry. I never feel hungry. But I blinking do this morning. And my tummy is making funny vibrating noise...

What tins do I have in the cupboard........

 

[PenguinMum]

Morning All. Back in da hood with 6.3. Slept like a baby last night. Still got sore tum but it will improve I’m sure. @gennepher I hate a power cut and we get our fair share in the winter. Hope you have some emergency chocolate. @Cumberland thanks for posting pics little Wispa looks gorgeous. @Bildad shame about the weather but well done for your resilience. It has struck me this morning not for the first time how we are divided into early coffee or tea drinkers. Tea for me always though I do have a coffee as a treat sometimes.
Have a good Thursday everyone. Stay well, stay safe.

 

[dunelm]

Good morning everyone from a drizzly and breezy dark and dangerous north.
The wonder wheel of all the offspring at once, incidents of pirate raids and the discovery of the secrets of operating the kitchen tap when standing on a set of steps rolled out a Jolly Roger of a 5.4 this morning.

Last night it was discovered that a bottle of Allt-A-Bhainne (just enough peat to start a fire) was lurking in the back of a cupboard. Because it had already been opened and because of potentially exceeding its nominal use by date - sampling of the sweetly peated contents had to take place. Several samples were taken and after much discussion it was decided that the contents were in fact perfectly OK -but by then, it was too late.

Have a great day if you can, I think that TT’s will be taking us to the indoor soft play area this morning and then it will be painting in the conservatory after lunch.

 

[UserABC2021]

6.0 today, the tree fellers have finally turned up so I have the job of managing them. I wouldn't say no to them leaving their tools behind, nice kit

 

[PenguinMum]

I have just remembered that there is a senior apartment building like mine, but in my old neighborhood, near where I grew up and went to school, about 3 miles from here. I had forgotten about it because it is not within walking distance of a grocery store or any other stores, so I had crossed it off my list. But it is on a bus line, and it is only just over half a mile from a shopping center with a grocery store.

Just now I learned that next door to the grocery store is the same big old drugstore that was there 50-odd years ago -- actually more like 70 years, said the pharmacist just now on the phone (well, I don't go back that far! not yet, at least!).

I plan to do my grocery shopping there tomorrow or Friday (whichever day my Social Security check goes in) and check out the old neighborhood. It still looks good on the Google map -- changed in some ways, of course, but not in others, still residential as well as commercial.

I don't know ... I have a sort of feeling about this ...

We shall see ...

Gosh that sounds interesting a bit of a trip down memory lane for you! Will be interesting to hear how you find it...so hope there are more green spaces or at least views of trees and birds. My MIL used to love her regular shopping trips on the bus and made a lovely set of “bus” friends with lovely chats. Do report back when you can.

 

[SaskiaKC]

Gosh that sounds interesting a bit of a trip down memory lane for you! Will be interesting to hear how you find it...so hope there are more green spaces or at least views of trees and birds. My MIL used to love her regular shopping trips on the bus and made a lovely set of “bus” friends with lovely chats. Do report back when you can.

Thanks, @PenguinMum , I will. It looks as if it will be tomorrow; check had not been deposited as of 4:00 this morning -- usually goes in on the 3rd but sometimes if the 3rd is on a weekend or a holiday it will go in on the 1st.

How are you doing this morning?

 

[PenguinMum]

Thanks, @PenguinMum , I will. It looks as if it will be tomorrow; check had not been deposited as of 4:00 this morning -- usually goes in on the 3rd but sometimes if the 3rd is on a weekend or a holiday it will go in on the 1st.

How are you doing this morning?

Yes do I will be interested to know.
Thanks for asking I had a good nights sleep but still have tum issues (no pain like yesterday TG) and am just hoping I will be able to get on a plane tomorrow. Light eating today again.

 

[Cumberland]

@Cumberland My goodness, she is growing! What a pretty girl.

She’s a little gem it’s doing me so much good having her.

 

[Cumberland]

what a lovely doggie.

Thank you
She is stunning

 

[Cumberland]

Had a hypo at 5.15am all is ok now

Fasting of 5.5 that’s excellent

Hoping everyone has a good day and that wherever you all are that the weather is kind for you

 

[DJC3]

5.6 for me. Hope everyone’s morning is going well but @gennepher what a blow to have a power cut the day you’re feeling hungry. Hope it is soon on again or you can find something in your stores to nibble on.
&Cumberland Wispa is gorgeous, I can imagine how much she’s cheered you up.
@PenguinMum I’m so glad to see you had a good night and you’re feeling ok now. I guess you’ll never really know what caused such a bad reaction.
@SaskiaKC that neighbourhood that you knew so well is definitely worth revisiting. I like to trust gut feelings and it sounds like you have a good one.
&Bildad I thought you deserved a medal before you went, I think you deserve 10 now!
@True Blue not a bad post holiday fbg and well done for getting straight back on the lchf wagon. Lots of good stuff there. I agree with the Asda coffee, surprisingly good.

 

[karen8967]

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Little wispa has grown so cute

 

[karen8967]

Had a hypo at 5.15am all is ok now

Fasting of 5.5 that’s excellent

Hoping everyone has a good day and that wherever you all are that the weather is kind for you

Hugs for the hypo cumbs .and back at ye kidda for the good wishes

 

[PenguinMum]

@jjraak sorry things have been getting on top of you lately (hug) but so good that you recognised it and asked for help. Everyone is spinning so many plates these days its not unusual to feel overwhelmed and I think counselling could help a lot. We have experience of this in my immediate family and as they say “its good to talk”. Good news about the bike and I hope you will soon be out on the open road with the wind running through your hair (well under your helmet obs). Take care young JJ.

 

[karen8967]

Nice to see you feeling a little better @PenguinMum
Hope all is well for the trip over.

@Cumberland ..agree the dog is lovely and all that walking plus the luvs..
how could it NOT be working well..LoL

and @SaskiaKC , a tad whitchy, but i'm with @DJC3 on this one.
that Gut feeling...it must mean something.
stuff happens for a reason.

BTW we have a LOT of supermarkets that deliver, as you say stores v buses.
pretty sure the states would have similar.
have you used and not liked or not looked into it.

not the same as browsing the aisles oohing and aahhing over new products etc,
but a good alternative plan, perhaps ?

My day...MeH

feeling a little rough if i'm honest.

Like i said i broke meter..(1ft fall on to kitchen floor lino )
so can't measure BG.
But i felt like this the last few days.
and they were all in range

It's not a cold i believe, and me stressing out over so many insignificant things,
probably isn't helping.

lots going on at moment so i've had to take time to reach out and spoke to doctors
last week..suggestion was some counselling.

have my first appointment with a counselor (?) next week to see if she can help
and offer advice.

have to admit to, NOT being happy or comfortable admitting this.

but now i've said it...ithe world hasn't ended..

has it :***:....anyone there...




















BUT on a more positive note, Bike's in for it's MOT
front fork seals had gone

With so much going on i prevaricated and ran out of time
(plan was for me to learn as i go and do them this time ..so i could do next more easily... if needed )
So i didn't.....and the shop got the business.

So as far as i know it was front forks seals, brake bleed AND a brand spanking new, untouched by Human hand and GUARANTEED for ONE whole year...yep, a NEW MOT...

and all for less then i expected..(165.sovs to you gov, no questions asked, squire, )
So WELL happy on that front...(little Biker happy dance.. )

Enjoy the day, be nice to those you love.
you can't change the world for everyone.
but you can maybe change the day for ONE person.

.

Hugs jjraak x

 

[PenguinMum]

5.6 for me. Hope everyone’s morning is going well but @gennepher what a blow to have a power cut the day you’re feeling hungry. Hope it is soon on again or you can find something in your stores to nibble on.
&Cumberland Wispa is gorgeous, I can imagine how much she’s cheered you up.
@PenguinMum I’m so glad to see you had a good night and you’re feeling ok now. I guess you’ll never really know what caused such a bad reaction.
@SaskiaKC that neighbourhood that you knew so well is definitely worth revisiting. I like to trust gut feelings and it sounds like you have a good one.
&Bildad I thought you deserved a medal before you went, I think you deserve 10 now!
@True Blue not a bad post holiday fbg and well done for getting straight back on the lchf wagon. Lots of good stuff there. I agree with the Asda coffee, surprisingly good.

Thanks so much. I have a very bloated tum today compared to yesterday but just need to be able to get on that plane tomorrow. Hope you are having nice time with the grandaughters and little Dennis.

 

[jjraak]

A little heads up for those who drive with mobile sat nav

Google changing driving app.

 

[alf_Josiah]

lots going on at moment so i've had to take time to reach out and spoke to doctors
last week..suggestion was some counselling.

have my first appointment with a counselor (?) next week to see if she can help
and offer advice.

have to admit to, NOT being happy or comfortable admitting this.

but now i've said it...ithe world hasn't ended..

has it :***:....anyone there...

Enjoy the day, be nice to those you love.
you can't change the world for everyone.
but you can maybe change the day for ONE person.

.

Afternoon
The thread nutter here, speaking as one and or one's ( dependant on reality and time zone ) who has had counselling on 2 occasions, first time with 2 shrinks and the 2nd time with 1 shrink. You have nothing to worry about.

The 1st time the shrinks had to have counselling after 1 had finished with them, on the 2nd occasion, well that was a waste of time, the counselor was so politically correct, well to save time he needed counseling after I finished with him and he agreed to cancel all further appointments.
But and it's a big BUT you can only learn from these sessions. On my journey through life I have learnt so many people have received help and advice from this type of thing. Message me if you want. Even if we only talk motorbikes.

Alf

 

[alf_Josiah]

Afternoon folks
A young still wearing short trousers 6.8 for me this morning.

 

[True Blue]

I'mmm back!! Testing and posting like crazy.

7.3 mmo/lt on the FBG meter this a.m.
7.1 just now, 90 mins pp. Direction of travel seems good.