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

gennepher said:
I am late today...

Fbg 6.8

Already had hour long Skype call to Australia and I am more than ready for a nap....

On the nighttime trail camera, this fox who I call Foxy Loxy, is constantly looking around.
The back of the cat on the swing is Jade, and like cat, Midnight, Jade doesn't seem bothered about the fox roaming around in front of the swing. And Jade has never bopped that fox on the nose...yet...


Creative is Autumn again.
It is dull and grey and wet and raining here.
My creative is the sun I would like to see...
Sigh...

Sleep calls, that cat has already reached destination sleep...

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Rather humbling, seeing creatures I would have considered more likely to gouge each other, showing what I would say is 'respect' for other species ...mmhh

Lessons for us all there, me thinks.
 
ianpspurs said:
Good morning everyone from The East on the second Sunday in Advent. A day of memories: old and, hopefully. newly minted ones later. Frosty enough for pond skating in Hunts in 1932 but none here today. Later we will be having a four generation meal, remembering and giving thanks for my dad who was born on this date. He would certainly be watching the football this evening, probably with our middle son whose birthday is the 8th. Having 92 yo MIL will be both wonderful and poignant for me. Grief is the price we pay for love. Dad would have been delighted to see my grandson work his way through a proper Sunday lunch at 15 months - he will be a strapping fella, Creaking joints? My right knee is so locked I can't put my sock on - gout. Usually only flares up after dehydrating illness so go figure - post covid? @dunelm wonderful art and thanks for the sour cherry hint. I did buy some but in severe flare ups fluid, tablets and time are all that works. Wonderful Advent calendar you have. A stairlift is certainly a gift from God - He moves in mysterious ways his wonders to perform. Today’s Advent poem https://malcolmguite.wordpress.com/2021/12/04/ Have a great day everyone. I'm going to remember the immensity cloister'd in the phrase Bowlin' Warney. Thanks for the tips on field settings which helped the school team I captained aged 12 go unbeaten, driving me to so many places to play but never complaining or criticising aka offering advice, helping me choose then paying for all those bats, pieces of kit, all the building work and so much more. RIP dad. I was truly blessed.
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A win for all the blessings you have, Ian, but I would have liked to give a hug for losing your beloved father and for the poignant memories the day brings. Lovely poem, as usual. Very thought provoking.
 
jjraak said:
Rather humbling, seeing creatures I would have considered more likely to gouge each other, showing what I would say is 'respect' for other species ...mmhh

Lessons for us all there, me thinks.
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You are right @jjraak
They all appear to 'respect' each other, co-exist. Just as 'my' small birds do, and they literally take another species of small bird under their wing.
 
gennepher said:
I am late today...

Fbg 6.8

Already had hour long Skype call to Australia and I am more than ready for a nap....

On the nighttime trail camera, this fox who I call Foxy Loxy, is constantly looking around.
The back of the cat on the swing is Jade, and like cat, Midnight, Jade doesn't seem bothered about the fox roaming around in front of the swing. And Jade has never bopped that fox on the nose...yet...


Creative is Autumn again.
It is dull and grey and wet and raining here.
My creative is the sun I would like to see...
Sigh...

Sleep calls, that cat has already reached destination sleep...

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There is hope of things to come in that creative. A few more weeks and it will be back again. Shortest day is only 17 days away.
 
Afternoon all.

Pleasant day yesterday.
Out walking dog at Chiswick house .

Dogs mummy (adopted niece) came too .

Ladies enjoyed the stalls on display.
Doggie toys & treats bought for his chrimbo pressies ..
"Really, how MUCH :wideyed: ".... :rolleyes: :hilarious::hilarious:

Biltong and a dried sausage (forget the name, purchase by moi, for lc snacks ....chili & v tasty)

Got home feeling dreadful, reminiscent of my early days post DX.

Tested 5.2....bodies just not used to such low numbers yet, I guess.

Went to bed early.
Good night's sleep
FBG back at 6.6 this morning.

A day of wonder ahead ....

Wonder-ing why TV packed up ..:mad:

Interweb for tips & tricks to revive it ...no joy.

Was intending to replace after Xmas, white spots appearing (we have had it a good while)

So new one ordered, off to collect this afternoon, so that's my day sorted.....

But at least Laurens happy.

And I get to hear the dulcet tones of the fishwives* of Beverly hill (Billie's) screaming at other, over ever misconceived slight or dodgy glance, once more in vivid colour....:rolleyes::bag:

NB* It doesn't make you live longer ...
It just makes it feel like it...;):hilarious:
 
Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen, if you are offended by my lack of woke in my morning greeting, please think about bungee jumping with out the bungee, also if the preceding sentence caused you offence, read no further.

Blood sugars this morning were 5.6 a little surprise.

Lots of chat on creaking joints today, not wishing to be left out, I also suffer, knees, ankles and fingers, such is the welcome price for being alive.

Here in Tilehurst Towers it is cold and damp, so much so that I have come indoors with the risk of helping put up the Christmas decorations, abit from a distance, making helpful and sage comments, 125% of which are ignored, accompanied by a withering look.

This morning was the 35 or 36th Reading Toy Run in aid of Dr Bernardo’s homes, between 1500 to 2000 motorcyclists decorate their motorcycles riding 5 or so miles from Reading to the local Bernardo's home each donating a present or 3 for the children, it is wonderful sight to see and over the years I have taken part on a few occasions, alas these days I don’t partake. I raise my visor to all who ride and marshal this event.

Now it is time to nap, then out for dinner at my eldest son and wife’s while getting told off for teaching the grandchildren rugby songs without the rude words.

Stay safe all.
 
jjraak said:
Hug for the hassle
A thumbs up for the info.

( Had suffered tendonitis (left wrist) wore wrist brace/cast when warnings came , reduced symptom times.

Post accident, i am expecting that to be worse / more often over the coming years

Interesting about the cranberry juice ..mmhh
Cheers )

But a resounding :hilarious: :hilarious: :hilarious:
For the description & image your post left me with....:cool:
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Thanks for that - the descriptions are always the best which is why I loved comprehension at school and got great marks! Hubby also has cut down on salt and that has helped a great deal, if he doesn't have his shot of cranberry his wrists are terrible. Clicking them helps but half the time he cant click them and so the never ending cycle of discomfort continues until hes is able to click. Between us we sound like a Spanish duo of flamenco dancers!
 
jjraak said:
Afternoon all.

Pleasant day yesterday.
Out walking dog at Chiswick house .

Dogs mummy (adopted niece) came too .

Ladies enjoyed the stalls on display.
Doggie toys & treats bought for his chrimbo pressies ..
"Really, how MUCH :wideyed: ".... :rolleyes: :hilarious::hilarious:

Biltong and a dried sausage (forget the name, purchase by moi, for lc snacks ....chili & v tasty)

Got home feeling dreadful, reminiscent of my early days post DX.

Tested 5.2....bodies just not used to such low numbers yet, I guess.

Went to bed early.
Good night's sleep
FBG back at 6.6 this morning.

A day of wonder ahead ....

Wonder-ing why TV packed up ..:mad:

Interweb for tips & tricks to revive it ...no joy.

Was intending to replace after Xmas, white spots appearing (we have had it a good while)

So new one ordered, off to collect this afternoon, so that's my day sorted.....

But at least Laurens happy.

And I get to hear the dulcet tones of the fishwives* of Beverly hill (Billie's) screaming at other, over ever misconceived slight or dodgy glance, once more in vivid colour....:rolleyes::bag:

NB* It doesn't make you live longer ...
It just makes it feel like it...;):hilarious:
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Normally white spots on tv screen indicate the leds going/gone and some will appear brighter than others. To fix the tv has to be stripped down and leds replaced. If you know what you are doing then it can be done. My hubby has fixed numerous televisions but it is by no means easy and very intricate particularly difficult with sausage fingers! The old valve ones were the best lol my dad always had that tv open at the back repairing it, we always had a box of valves on standby :hilarious:
 
gennepher said:
I think we are all creaking gates on this thread @ianpspurs one way or another...but on the 'bright' side, creaking gates last the longest...
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But does that apply to creaking joints if so I will be like a 20 year old forever:happy:
 
ianpspurs said:
Good morning everyone from The East on the second Sunday in Advent. A day of memories: old and, hopefully. newly minted ones later. Frosty enough for pond skating in Hunts in 1932 but none here today. Later we will be having a four generation meal, remembering and giving thanks for my dad who was born on this date. He would certainly be watching the football this evening, probably with our middle son whose birthday is the 8th. Having 92 yo MIL will be both wonderful and poignant for me. Grief is the price we pay for love. Dad would have been delighted to see my grandson work his way through a proper Sunday lunch at 15 months - he will be a strapping fella, Creaking joints? My right knee is so locked I can't put my sock on - gout. Usually only flares up after dehydrating illness so go figure - post covid? @dunelm wonderful art and thanks for the sour cherry hint. I did buy some but in severe flare ups fluid, tablets and time are all that works. Wonderful Advent calendar you have. A stairlift is certainly a gift from God - He moves in mysterious ways his wonders to perform. Today’s Advent poem https://malcolmguite.wordpress.com/2021/12/04/ Have a great day everyone. I'm going to remember the immensity cloister'd in the phrase Bowlin' Warney. Thanks for the tips on field settings which helped the school team I captained aged 12 go unbeaten, driving me to so many places to play but never complaining or criticising aka offering advice, helping me choose then paying for all those bats, pieces of kit, all the building work and so much more. RIP dad. I was truly blessed.
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RIP to your dad and enjoy the memories. Sour cherry seems to be one of the things that acts to ward off/reduce and needs to be taken daily - not so good for when a flare up decides to make an angry appearance.
 
gennepher said:
I am late today...

Fbg 6.8

Already had hour long Skype call to Australia and I am more than ready for a nap....

On the nighttime trail camera, this fox who I call Foxy Loxy, is constantly looking around.
The back of the cat on the swing is Jade, and like cat, Midnight, Jade doesn't seem bothered about the fox roaming around in front of the swing. And Jade has never bopped that fox on the nose...yet...


Creative is Autumn again.
It is dull and grey and wet and raining here.
My creative is the sun I would like to see...
Sigh...

Sleep calls, that cat has already reached destination sleep...

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Click to expand...
Lovely sunny picture for a dull day
 
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