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

gennepher said:
Fbg 8.1

I am having one of those days already, and it is not even 8 am...
First of all, my old iPad which froze and would not go off at all nor disconnect from my Wi-Fi, has gone totally doolally this morning. The torch/flash started flashing every 30 seconds. And would not stop and there was nothing I could do about it. It would not disconnect from my Wi-Fi because I can't get into access it, and it's causing problems for my cochlear sound processor...
I tried to go in the Apple settings to delete the whole iPad, but it's different now than it was last time I did it and it's a different process.
So then I go to my friendly AI bot.
I am sure the thing was laughing at me.
It assessed the situation gave me two options, and then suggested if I didn't want to get any further stress before my cataract operation then to throw the misbehaving iPad in a dark drawer, and forget about it until after the operation by which time the battery will have run down completely. And to put my hammer away.

Which is where the old iPad is now in the bottom of a very dark drawer....

Then I am starting to get some very strange alerts from Gmail. It told me my Amazon order was cancelled. Something I urgently needed before my operation.
But I could not find a trace of a cancellation in Amazon.
Then Gmail sent me some more very weird alerts, one after the other, and I could not make head or tail of it.
I'm going bananas here.
I have got up in time to do one little short video from my wildlife beasties. I am now an hour and a half later after wasting time with the old stupid iPad and stupid Gmail. I don't have time to do that now and I'm hassled and frazzled.

I have deleted Gmail app, no idea how to get the messages at the moment.

What was Gmail doing? It was alerting me of every message that I had received from the beginning of 2024 of all three accounts I had on it.

I need another collection app for my emails....

My brain is now well confused, the sun is out and I am going to sit in the front room and the warm side of the window in the Sun. The temperature is too cold to go outside and sit. And any jobs that were urgent this morning can go hang.

For creative, I have photographed my spring picture of trees again and Minnie (the name given to this new iPad by spellcheck) has made a kaleidoscope of it with one of my apps on Minnie, and this is all you are getting for a creative this morning and that is that.

Have your best kind of day amid all confusion in this crazy world and say s*d it... it doesn't matter... in fact nothing matters at all... and that is my philosophical advice for today.

Sorry if there are any grammar mistakes, but I am not checking what spellcheck has done to any of this...

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Hope your day improved @gennepher
 
ianpspurs said:
Morning all. @gennepher hug for the horrible start to the day but winner for sharing the creative and having a philosophy. @Madfarmerswife I hope the nurse is able to give advice for now and for dealing with similar situations. @dunelm happy birthday to the (doubtless) long suffering Mrs Miggins, thank you for sharing the spledid art and enjoy the meal with the birthday girls. . We are off to the frozen north of Cambs (past Peterborough where there be dragons - I worked there for 11 years so that's not a dig, wind yer neck in) - for a meal with friends Sing it John, sing it. :D (The A11, A14 and A1 don't really count as country roads but I know what lies beyond ). I don't have any advice for y'all as both The D and life in general thoroughly crosswaffle me so y'all just have the best Monday you can bearing in mind some days are diamonds some days are stone.
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Really good choice @ianpspurs. We really like John Denver.
 
gennepher said:
Sat in the window all day, done absolutely nothing off the couch.
But I was working out a pile of Internet problems, and problems finishing installing the Pixel 8 and logging in, and problems on my new iPad Minnie. Again logging into stuff and getting past security. And some logistical problems....

I would have found that very frustrating, but I set aside today for doing absolutely nothing so although there are jobs to do they are not on my mind, and this is a chilling out day. And actually trying to sort out logging in problems on apps etc on the Pixel 8 and Minnie. And other logistical stuff.

I still haven't gotten into everything or worked through all the settings yet, but that can be another day when I've got the sun shining through the front window...

I can confidently assert, that next time I get a new device, I will not be able to log into it and things because of the excessive security.

And that stupid flashing iPad that is now in a drawer, needs to be taken off Apple, because on that device is where I had my, I am not sure what you call it, the two factor verification for other devices went to that iPad. And that is absolutely no good now because I can't access it.

I am trying to set up some other two factor verification where I need it...

Yahoo Mail refused to accept one of my email addresses, my main one, saying it won't deal with that one. But totally accidentally I managed to combine that email address with another email address. The other email address Yahoo Mail accepted so when I installed that on Yahoo Mail it also brought up within it, the email address that Yahoo! mail would not accept...happy dance from me.

I think we need a course on how to outwit AI.

Anyway, the sun has gone behind the bungalows now, so to all intents and purposes it has set for me and now it is getting cold....

I would say a relaxing successful day from here.

I hope you all had a relaxing successful day in your own ways...
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You have had a very successful day @gennepher
 
12.9!! I think it's safe to say there is now no trace of Gliclazide in my system. It is possible that the nurse will reintroduce this, and/or put the insulin dose up when we speak later. My readings were high at lunchtime and bedtime yesterday too, and I hadn't consumed anything unusual.
Back in the office today and my commute will be horrible. Tuesdays are always awful, and it's "pishing doon" (in the local vernacular.) I also didn't set my early alarm, so didn't take antibiotic until after 7, so no breakfast until after 8, so I'm thankful for Flexi time!!
 
Madfarmerswife said:
12.9!! I think it's safe to say there is now no trace of Gliclazide in my system. It is possible that the nurse will reintroduce this, and/or put the insulin dose up when we speak later. My readings were high at lunchtime and bedtime yesterday too, and I hadn't consumed anything unusual.
Back in the office today and my commute will be horrible. Tuesdays are always awful, and it's "pishing doon" (in the local vernacular.) I also didn't set my early alarm, so didn't take antibiotic until after 7, so no breakfast until after 8, so I'm thankful for Flexi time!!
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Antibiotics may be effecting your blood sugars. Perhaps speak to a pharmacist - they are probably best placed to advise. I would probably be chatting also to folk on this forum who are experienced at the gentle art of balancing insulin doses and also discuss what it is that your particular nurse is advising.
 
7.9 at 04.00 today. 4 hours sleep. That's pretty reasonable for me. This is the day for my ECG and for attaching the 48 hour monitor so couldn't risk falling asleep again. A bit light headed when I had my shower but feeling OK just now (now that my heart has slowed down again). Had breakfast but must remember to take my pills before I go out. In fact, must do that now.
 
Good morning everyone from beneath the pale orange glow of dawn here in the dark and dangerous north.5.3 this a.m. We were all being very good yesterday.
A favourite of Mrs Miggins is moules-frites so a bit of clandestine research and off we went - oh look! Shetland mussels on the menu - how fortunate.
Later. It has been said that life is a series of moments and all problems are interpersonal relationship problems. I tend not to think about other peoples life tasks but of course when asked, am ready to assist. Acting as intermediary and talking on the phone for some time separately with two estranged family members each of us living in a different country. An agreed first step and hopefully a hatchet buried but then it is their task now to move forward. Life is far too short.
Email from the internet people gaily informing me that my latest bill is ready for me - like an unwanted advert for some Botox lip filler.
Art bit - well there it is.
I hope you can enjoy your day. It’s all a moment at a time, relish the good bits. Best make some koffy.
 

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dunelm said:
Good morning everyone from beneath the pale orange glow of dawn here in the dark and dangerous north.5.3 this a.m. We were all being very good yesterday.
A favourite of Mrs Miggins is moules-frites so a bit of clandestine research and off we went - oh look! Shetland mussels on the menu - how fortunate.
Later. It has been said that life is a series of moments and all problems are interpersonal relationship problems. I tend not to think about other peoples life tasks but of course when asked, am ready to assist. Acting as intermediary and talking on the phone for some time separately with two estranged family members each of us living in a different country. An agreed first step and hopefully a hatchet buried but then it is their task now to move forward. Life is far too short.
Email from the internet people gaily informing me that my latest bill is ready for me - like an unwanted advert for some Botox lip filler.
Art bit - well there it is.
I hope you can enjoy your day. It’s all a moment at a time, relish the good bits. Best make some koffy.
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Oh wow, I love the effect those salt crystals give @dunelm
 
Morning all on a day which promises temperatures in double figures but light rain later here. After some consideration I have decided even though I have no idea what it/that may be it is not impossible there could be some benefit to myself or yourself to me doing this daily but your mileage almost certainly varies. @Madfarmerswife hug for everything unpleasant and unwanted in your life just now. @dunelm good advice for MFW. Thank you very much for sharing today's interesting art. Good news on the fbg, tracking down the moules-frites and acting as family mediator. Is the art born out of reflecting on some issue or just where the muse guided? @Annb I hope the ECG event proves either reassuring or useful. Our meet up and meal yesterday was most convivial. I enjoyed the company, crevettes and duck, The tiny slice of fondant potato i tried proved utterly underwhelming so I won't ever go off piste for more. JKP enjoyed the break from cooking after the consecutive family Sunday lunches so soon after Christmas and New Year. I can't promise to enjoy the day but I can be grateful to God for the unearned opportunity to do so, even in part:Grandchildren here later. Now we see through a glass darkly, I "get it" (if only very small scale number wise) Abraham. Give Tuesday a go, other days are available with different names, colours and styles. There's sure to be one to suit you.
 
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Fbg 8.1

Going to have a quiet as possible day. I'm sitting in the sunny window but there's no sun. Sigh.
Internetty things today and planning a bit of stuff, and trying to finish setting up those two new devices.

So creative is the Laboscope app pointed into my front garden. It does make it look sunny, when it actually isn't. But that's the best I'm going to get from my window.....
Dull grey cloud today....

Going to make a cup of tea and then I might actually have a nap....

Take care...

I might read a bit of a book later...
A real physical book, while I am sitting by the front window.
This is the best window for the quality of light coming through to read real books. Much nicer than reading by electric light....

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gennepher said:
Fbg 8.1

Going to have a quiet as possible day. I'm sitting in the sunny window but there's no sun. Sigh.
Internetty things today and planning a bit of stuff, and trying to finish setting up those two new devices.

So creative is the Laboscope app pointed into my front garden. It does make it look sunny, when it actually isn't. But that's the best I'm going to get from my window.....
Dull grey cloud today....

Going to make a cup of tea and then I might actually have a nap....

Take care...

I might read a bit of a book later...
A real physical book, while I am sitting by the front window.
This is the best window for the quality of light coming through to read real books. Much nicer than reading by electric light....

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Wonderful kaleidoscope, thank you for sharing. I hope you are successful with internetty things and reading. I find the novelty of physical books quickly palls with no hyperlinks or videos - quite possibly some late onset ADHD. Enjoy the tea - I may break with my norm and drink some myself :playful:
 
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04.02
No FBG, but have ordered test strips.
Massive stress day. My bank and OUR bank (having enventually got joint account) cannot, or will not, talk to each other, so it is not possible to transfer money between the two accounts!
This is making the house purchase next week more difficult than it needs to be.
Meanwhile MrSlim and our host are outside in the just above freezing weather finishing off the cladding on the new gîte kitchen.
Son3 and a close friend of MrSlim are visiting soon and I am trying to instil some order into what has become a rather cluttered space. We have rather more baggage than the average guest because the storage facility proved to be inadequate so the excess is all crowded into here.
My hostess was suggesting i help her with gardening. Umm maybe not in this weather...but if the sun comes out - I will probably feel obliged to do a little tidying up here and there.
Kiki got herself confined to her travelling crate for the second night in a row after she came and clawed at the bed in the very early hours. We cannot let her damage things and it's very difficult to stop her scratching. Have tried the spray but to little effect.
 
SlimLizzy said:
04.02
No FBG, but have ordered test strips.
Massive stress day. My bank and OUR bank (having enventually got joint account) cannot, or will not, talk to each other, so it is not possible to transfer money between the two accounts!
This is making the house purchase next week more difficult than it needs to be.
Meanwhile MrSlim and our host are outside in the just above freezing weather finishing off the cladding on the new gîte kitchen.
Son3 and a close friend of MrSlim are visiting soon and I am trying to instil some order into what has become a rather cluttered space. We have rather more baggage than the average guest because the storage facility proved to be inadequate so the excess is all crowded into here.
My hostess was suggesting i help her with gardening. Umm maybe not in this weather...but if the sun comes out - I will probably feel obliged to do a little tidying up here and there.
Kiki got herself confined to her travelling crate for the second night in a row after she came and clawed at the bed in the very early hours. We cannot let her damage things and it's very difficult to stop her scratching. Have tried the spray but to little effect.
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Hug for the trying times caused by the bank and storage facility. Kiki is, I guess, just being a cat bless her. I honestly never thought I'd write that about a cat so you cat lovers have mellowed me somewhat. On a positive note, you have ordered test strips, hopefully seeing son3 will be good and if the weather improves you always seem to enjoy gardening.
 
dunelm said:
Good morning everyone from beneath the pale orange glow of dawn here in the dark and dangerous north.5.3 this a.m. We were all being very good yesterday.
A favourite of Mrs Miggins is moules-frites so a bit of clandestine research and off we went - oh look! Shetland mussels on the menu - how fortunate.
Later. It has been said that life is a series of moments and all problems are interpersonal relationship problems. I tend not to think about other peoples life tasks but of course when asked, am ready to assist. Acting as intermediary and talking on the phone for some time separately with two estranged family members each of us living in a different country. An agreed first step and hopefully a hatchet buried but then it is their task now to move forward. Life is far too short.
Email from the internet people gaily informing me that my latest bill is ready for me - like an unwanted advert for some Botox lip filler.
Art bit - well there it is.
I hope you can enjoy your day. It’s all a moment at a time, relish the good bits. Best make some koffy.
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I don't know how you do it but the Art bit is brilliant. Loving it.
 
Good Morening Ladies and Gentlemen and those who only look on the serious side of life.
My blood sugars morning were 5.7 , this was lucky for me as I had a series of blood tests this morning and I had to drive myself to the surgery for said tests.

When I went in see the feel my bottomist, as I call the phlebotomist, because I can’t spell phlebotomist, said they want a lot of your blood, and they did. Now back in Tilehurst Towers and due a pre lunch nap if Mrs J allows…….

Have the best day you can. Whoops I’m just about to be napped zzzzzzz
 
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