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

[dunelm]

Good morning everyone on a bird chirping start to the day here in the dark and dangerous north. Very warm yesterday - probably too warm for three old blokes tackling what to our legs felt like the first pitch of the Eiger. Still, my friend completed his challenge and we were in no rush. A not very good photo below. Put the roof of our little car down on the way home - Tilley hat firmly jammed on head to hide under from the sun. Art bit - Indian ink on wet. Is it Monday yet? Re-name your day and make it fun. I shall drink koffy and then sort out some washing below stairs.

 

[Krystyna23040]

Would that be Montezuma's Absolute Black 100% cocoa chocolate @Krystyna23040, with no added sugar, no gluten, soya-free and made without dairy ingredients? Perfect if you follow a keto or low carb lifestyle, also for those with food intolerances, I imagine.

Perhaps it's an acquired taste, but quickly grew on me. Once I'd tried it, nothing else would do. It's rich and intense, so a little goes a long way. The big cocoa hit from Absolute Black is enough to stop me going too mad with it, but at weekends I like to round off my lunch with a few squares and skip the pud.

If you haven't tried it, it's made in Sussex and available from Sainsbury's and Waitrose supermarkets.

Sunday's FBG 4.6 mmol on waking at 6.00 am

Yes, it is the Absolute Black 100%. Back in 2016 I switched to 70% which was really hard to do as I loved milk chocolate. After a while it started tasting too sweet so switched to 85% but the same thing happened so I switched to 90% but then a class member gave me the Montazumas 100% as a Christmas present and I absolutely loved the rich and intense taste and from that moment on I felt same as you - no other chocolate would do.

I do love the way the buttons slowly melt in your mouth.

 

[jjraak]

Private companies have a duty to make profits - water should not be in the control of private companies - don’t hold your breath when it comes to seeing improvements - Ofwat is a bit like the UN peacekeeping force - utterly without teeth. Wonder if I can get a job with Ofwat? Will I need to be on the board of directors of a water company?

Absolutely agree .

 

[Annb]

8.9 this morning. Still in the 8's but will have some breakfast soon and some insulin so it should come down then.

 

[Krystyna23040]

5.5 this morning. Relaxing with a coffee in the conservatory but must get ready shortly for classes in Norwich.

 

[JohnEGreen]

4.9 now was 3.9 at 6:30 am.

 

[jjraak]

Fbg 6.7

Nighttime wildlife video.
Badger on the swing...
25 secs

Creative...in Wetherspoons...I think I made a mistake with this one. Because I am sitting down and I have the time to spend a bit longer on it, I drew some of the background first and then I went on to drawing the man. But by that time my concentration (and the strength in my hand to draw on the screen) is going and I am having problems concentrating on drawing the man, and my hand is seizing up. Lesson learnt...just draw the human in future...

I need a nap. Hayfever and this high pollen count is making my eyes hurt and itch etc and I need sleep...

A cuppa first.

Have your best day...

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Hug for your hands (& self) getting so tired.

Personally I'm rather awed how you, @dunelm & other artists produce such, to my eye anyway, vivid displays to share so generously.

For my tuppence worth, I like both the solo & background versions.

And when I consider the time frame & pen (tools) doesn't leave the paper (screen) once you start, I think they are incredible and capture the subject wonderfully.

Enjoy the rest.

 

[Annb]

The "Counter-weight" class is starting up again this afternoon so we'll see what they make of my weight after the class not running for the last month or so.

Wood should be delivered today for the work that Neil needs to do in the loft after the insulation was put in and doesn't meet Neil's exacting expectations. He won't be able to do it yet though because there appear to be fumes being given off by the insulation which affect his chest (always a weak point for him). It will have to be left to settle for a while and hope the ventilation up there clears it sufficiently for him to work up there.

Still waiting for the last radiator to be fitted. We are told that it has been delivered to the builder but I daresay they will wait until they have an hour to spare before they come to fit it.

 

[gennepher]

I do like the figures on their own - they really stand out. The man seems a bit forlorn.

Thanks @dunelm

 

[gennepher]

Good morning everyone on a bird chirping start to the day here in the dark and dangerous north. Very warm yesterday - probably too warm for three old blokes tackling what to our legs felt like the first pitch of the Eiger. Still, my friend completed his challenge and we were in no rush. A not very good photo below. Put the roof of our little car down on the way home - Tilley hat firmly jammed on head to hide under from the sun. Art bit - Indian ink on wet. Is it Monday yet? Re-name your day and make it fun. I shall drink koffy and then sort out some washing below stairs.

Good. Monday morning @dunelm
Interesting art bit...

 

[gennepher]

Hug for your hands (& self) getting so tired.

Personally I'm rather awed how you, @dunelm & other artists produce such, to my eye anyway, vivid displays to share so generously.

For my tuppence worth, I like both the solo & background versions.

And when I consider the time frame & pen (tools) doesn't leave the paper (screen) once you start, I think they are incredible and capture the subject wonderfully.

Enjoy the rest.

Thank you very much @jjraak for the lovely comments ...

 

[ianpspurs]

Good afternoon from L.A. where, in summary, it is summery. @gennepher and @dunelm thank you both for sharing your amazing art. @Krystyna23040 yesterday sounds wonderful for all - except poor Poppy. @alf_Josiah I hope your time on the NHS front line went smoothly. @Annb hug for Neil's poblems with the odour but definitely best to stay well clear for a while. Enjoy Monday because the forecast is après moi, le déluge for many.

 

[Annb]

Just had a quick dip into family history again (had to rest my legs) and found information on one of Tom's ancestors. Years ago (about 1962) he bought one of those plaques with family name/arms/motto on it and I always thought it vey weak and kind of "mealy mouthed". It was "We mean well". This new information gives a new motto which is even worse: "Further back the better". I mean; come on guys!

 

[lindisfel]

Yes, it is the Absolute Black 100%. Back in 2016 I switched to 70% which was really hard to do as I loved milk chocolate. After a while it started tasting too sweet so switched to 85% but the same thing happened so I switched to 90% but then a class member gave me the Montazumas 100% as a Christmas present and I absolutely loved the rich and intense taste and from that moment on I felt same as you - no other chocolate would do.

I do love the way the buttons slowly melt in your mouth.

Like 80% choc supposed to be best.

 

[Lamont D]

Absolutely agree .

Me three!
I second that emotion!
Hear, hear!

 

[Lamont D]

Hug for your hands (& self) getting so tired.

Personally I'm rather awed how you, @dunelm & other artists produce such, to my eye anyway, vivid displays to share so generously.

For my tuppence worth, I like both the solo & background versions.

And when I consider the time frame & pen (tools) doesn't leave the paper (screen) once you start, I think they are incredible and capture the subject wonderfully.

Enjoy the rest.

Only tuppence?
you're not yorkshire?
it would have been a tenner from me.

 

[Lamont D]

6.9 and not surprised as it was form filling day, for me, spent all morning obsessing about it.
Then, it was the actual answering questions to the man.
Afterwards, I asked the question.
Mrs L will still get P.I.P?
Should not be a problem, he said with a positive shrug!
That is so reassuring!

Mrs L sends her thanks for the wishes, a little bruise, (another) on her upper leg, on the muscle. And Mrs L is not moaning, so I believe it is ok, and will keep an eye on it.

Question on a quiz, which is the largest landlocked country?

One said, either Russia or China.
The other said Russia!
I couldn't believe my ears.
Landlocked I shouted at the telly. Which earned a rebuke from Mrs L.
Answer will be later........

Picked up some fillets for evening meal.

Today, was one of warmth and cloud, odd bits of sun, and not much done in garden. But it can wait.

Not much more to report.
Best wishes everyone.

 

[Krystyna23040]

Good afternoon from L.A. where, in summary, it is summery. @gennepher and @dunelm thank you both for sharing your amazing art. @Krystyna23040 yesterday sounds wonderful for all - except poor Poppy. @alf_Josiah I hope your time on the NHS front line went smoothly. @Annb hug for Neil's poblems with the odour but definitely best to stay well clear for a while. Enjoy Monday because the forecast is après moi, le déluge for many.

We did give her one of her favourite treats but she still felt hard done by.

 

[Krystyna23040]

Like 80% choc supposed to be best.

It is supposed to be good for you, but it is the amazing intense flavour that I love

 

[gennepher]

Good afternoon from L.A. where, in summary, it is summery. @gennepher and @dunelm thank you both for sharing your amazing art. @Krystyna23040 yesterday sounds wonderful for all - except poor Poppy. @alf_Josiah I hope your time on the NHS front line went smoothly. @Annb hug for Neil's poblems with the odour but definitely best to stay well clear for a while. Enjoy Monday because the forecast is après moi, le déluge for many.

Thank you Ian....