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

[SlimLizzy]

Afraid, there was an inevitability about this @SlimLizzy the moment you set foot outside your front door.

At least you have a little longer to enjoy all those wonderful vegetables. Freshly harvested, home-grown produce always tastes so much better than anything you can buy.


Monday's FBG, 4.4 mmol on waking at 6.00 am.

@LivingLightly you are so right. This is why it took me so long to get out of the house. Just one more thing to do first.... until it was getting ridiculous...
Also about home grown. Many fruits and vegetables are now grown in hydroponic factories, this has a serious effect on flavour. Produce looks wonderful, esp. Tomatoes but taste does not live up to expectations.
Local tomato factory has plan to extend, but there is a lot of resistance. Will cover altogether 20 hectares of land with enormous greenhouses. It operates 365 days of the year using infra red lighting in winter which is visible for miles. We are about five miles away but can easily see them.

 

[gennepher]

Fbg 6.6

Breezy out there.
The trees in my garden waving wildly...
Midnight sitting on the swing still refusing to come indoors...

Wildlife nighttime video
Badger & Cats...are wandering through within seconds of each other...
55 secs

Creative...black ink finger painting, and drawing with Japanese pens and brushes ...

Time for a cuppa, maybe coffee this time...for a change...

Have your best kind of day...

 

[ianpspurs]

You are right @ianpspurs. Yesterday definitely wasn't a holiday and I am very tired today - but it was so worth it. I can completely relax now and enjoy our little break at the Westleton Crown knowing that the work is done.

Mr K is also puzzled as to why anyone would need a packing list - but it is so good just to tick everything off as I pack it and I don't have to rely on remembering what I need to take. Especially as my brain is in holiday mode today.

Enjoy the Whistleton Crown, you deserve a relaxing break. I hadn't heard of the Chestnut Group so thanks. Obviously I know the Old Bridge Hotel Huntingdon best..The Huntingdon menu seems as "aspirational" as I would expect for that Town - more on that later, perhaps. Whistleton food sounds divine. I hope the coffee is good for you - I'd look for Dilmah tea personally

 

[Annb]

I have just received from Amazon 2 items, one of them I ordered and am happy to have received it. The second was a thing I guess is called a Vape, which I did not order, did not want and do not want in my house. I have searched the Amazon site but nowhere is there an option either to contact them directly or a Help option for returning items that have not been ordered. I wouldn't bother about it - it's their problem and, if it were not this product, not mine. But I have absolutely no idea how to dispose of it. It is electrical, so can't go into the normal bin, but it is full of whatever the chemical is inside it, so should it go into the electrical waste? I don't suppose it is a major problem but it is irritating and shows inefficiency at Amazon, shows that someone, somewhere, is waiting for this thing to arrive, and that Amazon has no procedure for covering unusual problems that they may cause. I've checked the box on this thing but there is no indication on it of how to dispose of it when you want to other than a recycle sign.

 

[gennepher]

I have just received from Amazon 2 items, one of them I ordered and am happy to have received it. The second was a thing I guess is called a Vape, which I did not order, did not want and do not want in my house. I have searched the Amazon site but nowhere is there an option either to contact them directly or a Help option for returning items that have not been ordered. I wouldn't bother about it - it's their problem and, if it were not this product, not mine. But I have absolutely no idea how to dispose of it. It is electrical, so can't go into the normal bin, but it is full of whatever the chemical is inside it, so should it go into the electrical waste? I don't suppose it is a major problem but it is irritating and shows inefficiency at Amazon, shows that someone, somewhere, is waiting for this thing to arrive, and that Amazon has no procedure for covering unusual problems that they may cause. I've checked the box on this thing but there is no indication on it of how to dispose of it when you want to other than a recycle sign.

Vapes are electrical items @Annb
Your local recycling might take them, or you can put them in a battery recycling box at the supermarket.
Best check your local rules first.
The council site?

This is all a botheration which takes at least a morning to sort out, and it wasn't your problem in the first place.

I really cannot see all those vapers disposing of their product responsibly, can you? They will just go in the street litter bin.

 

[SlimLizzy]

I have just received from Amazon 2 items, one of them I ordered and am happy to have received it. The second was a thing I guess is called a Vape, which I did not order, did not want and do not want in my house. I have searched the Amazon site but nowhere is there an option either to contact them directly or a Help option for returning items that have not been ordered. I wouldn't bother about it - it's their problem and, if it were not this product, not mine. But I have absolutely no idea how to dispose of it. It is electrical, so can't go into the normal bin, but it is full of whatever the chemical is inside it, so should it go into the electrical waste? I don't suppose it is a major problem but it is irritating and shows inefficiency at Amazon, shows that someone, somewhere, is waiting for this thing to arrive, and that Amazon has no procedure for covering unusual problems that they may cause. I've checked the box on this thing but there is no indication on it of how to dispose of it when you want to other than a recycle sign.

Here there seems to be quite a business in the sale of lost or undelivered packages. Sold by weight with no description of contents. A modern form of lucky dip.
But looking at the metres long stall piled high and the large van delivering it's a shocking indictment of the inefficiency of the postal delivery service.

 

[Lamont D]

Just a quickie as I'm sitting on babies, well #7 & #8, is there a thing sitting on a ratbag?
Another 7.0 this am.
Rain at last, but a lot cooler, it's gonna be a short jacket for footie tonight.
And a cap to keep my hair dry.........!

Catch you lot later.

 

[Annb]

Vapes are electrical items @Annb
Your local recycling might take them, or you can put them in a battery recycling box at the supermarket.
Best check your local rules first.
The council site?

This is all a botheration which takes at least a morning to sort out, and it wasn't your problem in the first place.

I really cannot see all those vapers disposing of their product responsibly, can you? They will just go in the street litter bin.

I asked Neil what he thought and he managed to get it apart. The battery is in the electrical recycling box now and the rest, being plastic (including 2 phials filled with padding soaked in some kind of scent) but no indication that it is recyclable, is in the general rubbish bin. It was raspberry and strawberry flavoured and the smell from it was quite pervasive.

 

[ianpspurs]

Here there seems to be quite a business in the sale of lost or undelivered packages. Sold by weight with no description of contents. A modern form of lucky dip.
But looking at the metres long stall piled high and the large van delivering it's a shocking indictment of the inefficiency of the postal delivery service.

Not sure if brushing ever stopped but it definitely "had a moment." I'm tempted to file that "slight of hand" alongside the claims for the 2017 inauguration crowd size. We, well JKP has, have had all sorts, mostly useful for us or family including gin and wine.

 

[JohnEGreen]

I have just received from Amazon 2 items, one of them I ordered and am happy to have received it. The second was a thing I guess is called a Vape, which I did not order, did not want and do not want in my house. I have searched the Amazon site but nowhere is there an option either to contact them directly or a Help option for returning items that have not been ordered. I wouldn't bother about it - it's their problem and, if it were not this product, not mine. But I have absolutely no idea how to dispose of it. It is electrical, so can't go into the normal bin, but it is full of whatever the chemical is inside it, so should it go into the electrical waste? I don't suppose it is a major problem but it is irritating and shows inefficiency at Amazon, shows that someone, somewhere, is waiting for this thing to arrive, and that Amazon has no procedure for covering unusual problems that they may cause. I've checked the box on this thing but there is no indication on it of how to dispose of it when you want to other than a recycle sign.

Amazon do not supply vapes containing nicotine you can dispose of it at a local tip.

 

[ianpspurs]

Fbg 6.6

Breezy out there.
The trees in my garden waving wildly...
Midnight sitting on the swing still refusing to come indoors...

Wildlife nighttime video
Badger & Cats...are wandering through within seconds of each other...
55 secs

Creative...black ink finger painting, and drawing with Japanese pens and brushes ...

Time for a cuppa, maybe coffee this time...for a change...

Have your best kind of day...

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Thank you for sharing the wonderful creative. My opinion counts for nothing but I like this the best of this series. It seems to me that you have mastered the medium and the message in this one I'm not sure what the message is though - tranquility? You may well feel differently but them's my onions. I hope you enjoyed the process and it delivered, ideally exceeded, whatever you hoped it would emotionally and visually. I know the creative process balances life's slings and arrows for you and this heat must be providing plenty of those. Take care.

 

[gennepher]

I asked Neil what he thought and he managed to get it apart. The battery is in the electrical recycling box now and the rest, being plastic (including 2 phials filled with padding soaked in some kind of scent) but no indication that it is recyclable, is in the general rubbish bin. It was raspberry and strawberry flavoured and the smell from it was quite pervasive.

A brilliant compromise @Annb

 

[gennepher]

Thank you for sharing the wonderful creative. My opinion counts for nothing but I like this the best of this series. It seems to me that you have mastered the medium and the message in this one I'm not sure what the message is though - tranquility? You may well feel differently but them's my onions. I hope you enjoyed the process and it delivered, ideally exceeded, whatever you hoped it would emotionally and visually. I know the creative process balances life's slings and arrows for you and this heat must be providing plenty of those. Take care.

Thank you @ianpspurs
I was at peace doing this one, so I think you are right in what you are getting from it.
I have one more in this series, partially prepared for tomorrow morning, not finished it yet, not sure how to finish it, and then I'll need to start a new series/set of paintings...
Thank you very much Ian.

 

[jjraak]

There were rumours that y'all can go your own way today.

 

[jjraak]

Good morning everyone on a splendid sunny yet cooler start to the day here in the dark and dangerous north. 5.4 this a.m. Indications were that it reached 32 degrees of scorchio here at 4pm - blagh! I think that was a bit exaggerated as my ankles were silent. Aurora visible again last night (picky below - not mine). Out today, down the coast a bit to a place called Runswick Bay - it will be quieter than Whitby. Smashing scenery and there is a nice pub for a light lunch. Dinner reservations for tonight. I know it’s our anniversary as I have a warning alarm that goes off on my phone 5 days prior. Art bit - I only want to see you laughing in the purple rain. May your day be a good one, as good as you can make it. I best make some koffy and sit in the garden for a bit.

Congratulations on the anniversary. ..and for the cunning plan to remember it

Top man.

 

[jjraak]

Actually, aches and pains better than they have been for some time. Painkillers working better than usual

Excellent news @Annb

 

[jjraak]

Good Morening Ladies and Gentlemen and those who carry the donor card and have discussed it with their families.

Let’s get the mundane blood sugars out of the way. 6.2 this morning.

Today is an important day for me here in Tilehurst Towers.
It is 32 years ago today that I received a Liver Transplant, everyday I think of the young man that died and his family that made the decision to donate his organs. To them my heartfelt thanks and also condolences.
Their decision has enabled me to watch all my children grow up and see all my grandchildren.

I also think about the medical personnel who have kept me alive. Thank you.

When I walked out of the liver transplant ward to go home for the first time I vowed that I would try and live a normal life as much as I could as an example to other transplant patients.
I do think to a certain extent I have been successful.
I ride motorcycles, 42 miles early this morning. I am learning to play the keyboard or as I call it plinky plonky, I make things for children and the occasional planter. Look for humour in every aspect of my life and try to make people smile.

Hi @alf_Josiah

I can only add, that you've done that young man & his family proud with how you've lived your life since then.

Can't have been an easy call for them or any in such positions, but I imagine they take comfort from the gift of better life to someone in need, who shows such respect for their precious gift.

God bless you & them.

 

[jjraak]

Morning all on an enigmatic start to the weather here in the riddle that is neither The Brecks nor The Fens - it just "is." @JohnEGreen hug for the fbg level but bearing in mind the stress of your family loss and ongoing medical issues sub double digits seems like a podium finish. Thoughts and prayers with you. Mid-morning face to face at Addenbookes (CUH)* (see attached) and presumably feedback from the CT scan several weeks ago. Not gonna lie, only a complete clownshoe would ignore how badly that could turn out. No amount of faith could or should stop my mind from going there. My times are in God's hands - always were, always will be. Hope for the best - stable - prepare for the worst. Prayers appreciated but mine produced a nicely lowered resting heart rate, target sleep length and sleep score. Presumably Elsie Keto (mackerel in EVO salad last evening, 3 tsp EVO in dressing, <30 gms daily carb) may have played a part but colour me (very) sceptical. Could be a Starbucks and Mothership Waitrose Trumpington day. Waitrose have the best meaty spare ribs I've found anywhere. Enjoy your own version of super salmon salad day. Psalm 46 was a good start to mine.

A tad AWOL of late, I'll freely admit,
So forgive the lateness of my reply.

Just wanted to say how pleased I was to hear your news after the scan results were back ....fantastic .

And a tip of my hat in respect
For how you have handled and approached all this .

Yes, I know there are others helping, but we both know that at the core, it's for us to make our peace with what is, and treat it as we see fit.

And I for one can't fault you .

Accepting its a challenging foe, and carrying the heavy burden it must lay on you, with such grace, that inner steel clearly on show.

And embracing the fullness of life in all its magnificent glory, regardless.

Such a joy to hear that literary large exhale of a held breathe, in your post about the results, speaking volumes of well managed tensions.

We all consider we hold firm, and we do.
But inside we know there are moments, a few when we tremble at what might be & how little power we truly hold sometimes

Blessed are we, when the darkness turns to light, once more.

Long may it continue.

So very pleased for you.

 

[ianpspurs]

A tad AWOL of late, I'll freely admit,
So forgive the lateness of my reply.

Just wanted to say how pleased I was to hear your news after the scan results were back ....fantastic .

And a tip of my hat in respect
For how you have handled and approached all this .

Yes, I know there are others helping, but we both know that at the core, it's for us to make our peace with what is, and treat it as we see fit.

And I for one can't fault you .

Accepting its a challenging foe, and carrying the heavy burden it must lay on you, with such grace, that inner steel clearly on show.

And embracing the fullness of life in all its magnificent glory, regardless.

Such a joy to hear that literary large exhale of a held breathe, in your post about the results, speaking volumes of well managed tensions.

We all consider we hold firm, and we do.
But inside we know there are moments, a few when we tremble at what might be & how little power we truly hold sometimes

Blessed are we, when the darkness turns to light, once more.

Long may it continue.

So very pleased for you.

Thank you so much for those kind words. Bearing in mind my location Aw, shucks, you can't mean me seems appropriate. Before I knew just what the problem was I had an inkling and freely told God I wasn't able to cope with this on my own. The strength comes from God not in any mysterious way but through JKP, our boys and grandchildren. The quiet time I have each morning "rolling the wicket," drinking tea, sitting with the dogs, listening to devotional music, reading and reflecting on the C of E Morning Prayer (BCP) has been and remains vital. As I quoted this morning and will continue to quote. Psalm 44 v 3 - and no I don't always manage that first off. We have this treasure in earthen vessels that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us. Once again, thank you for being so kind but the strength and praise lies elsewhere.

 

[dunelm]

Fbg 6.6

Breezy out there.
The trees in my garden waving wildly...
Midnight sitting on the swing still refusing to come indoors...

Wildlife nighttime video
Badger & Cats...are wandering through within seconds of each other...
55 secs

Creative...black ink finger painting, and drawing with Japanese pens and brushes ...

Time for a cuppa, maybe coffee this time...for a change...

Have your best kind of day...

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These creative finger paintings are smashing