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Hello!
Yep, you seem to be the healthy one for the moment Roger! I really did not expect to have problems this late into retaking the Lasix. I had picked up bananas too, just in case that happened so that was fortunate. I walked about 6200 steps Sunday, so that probably had not helped, but it still takes about a half day to decide if it is gout or just fatigued ankle.
Glad you were ahead of the snow! It will be interesting to see if you get any!
Val, glad you were able to fix your pain!
I love it when natural fixes work!
Roger, your jokes were well timed and appreciated again! Sitting with my foot propped, as I did get to feed the birds today, and retrieved my trash cart as they picked up this morning. That is all the walking I wanted for the am! I know I want that 2nd cup of coffee, but do I want to get up? LOL!
Have a great Weds. Time flies! ..Jan
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I was out walking for 8.5K Steps + 1 cent. The temperature is 35 degrees, and comfortable for walking. Yesterdays snow ended up being not bad. A few minutes with the broom and the sidewalks were clean. Today some of the sidewalks that had not been cleaned and were shaded still had snow on them. Since the roads were good I modified my route for walking to less traveled roads where there were no sidewalks
I'll be off to CostCo around 9:30 or so for Toilet Paper, Multi-vitamins and since I'll be there a bag of frozen Green Beans and a bag of Normandy Mix vegetables.
Have a Great Wednesday
Roger
Average Hotel Rates In Punxsutawney For Groundhog Day More Expensive Than Those In Houston For Super Bowl
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — We’re just days away from Super Bowl 51 in Houston — but it appears Pennsylvania has the hottest event in February.
Groundhog Day is this Thursday, and apparently people are shelling out big bucks to celebrate the traditional holiday with Punxsutawney Phil.
The hotel website Trivago looked at average hotel rates for Punxsutawney around Groundhog Day. It found they’re actually more expensive than those in Houston for the Super Bowl.
According to Trivago, it costs about $450 for a one-night hotel stay in Punxsutawney. That is compared to the $340 for a room in Houston.
Shadow or not, the average rate drops by more than $300 the day after Groundhog Day.2 -
I had meant to comment on the fact someone had noticed your walking, Roger! That was awfully nice that they acknowledged your efforts! And just noticed for that matter as we are all so focused on hurrying thru our day! That was really awesome! I also loved people stopped for the geese. Reminds me of Chester.. not in a hurry for anything! Congrats! .. Jan
Hi Jan
I agree so many people are in a hurry these days. I was surprised that traffic stopped for the geese, and that these darn geese are so used to people and cars that they were only meandering across the road.
More Humor today, I have so many to use, My brother keeps sending themHello!
Yep, you seem to be the healthy one for the moment Roger! I really did not expect to have problems this late into retaking the Lasix. I had picked up bananas too, just in case that happened so that was fortunate. I walked about 6200 steps Sunday, so that probably had not helped, but it still takes about a half day to decide if it is gout or just fatigued ankle.
Glad you were ahead of the snow! It will be interesting to see if you get any!
Val, glad you were able to fix your pain! I love it when natural fixes work!
Roger, your jokes were well timed and appreciated again! Sitting with my foot propped, as I did get to feed the birds today, and retrieved my trash cart as they picked up this morning. That is all the walking I wanted for the am! I know I want that 2nd cup of coffee, but do I want to get up? LOL!
Have a great Weds. Time flies! ..Jan
Do what I do, just get the Extra Large Cup of Coffee AKA 30 to 32 Ounce size
Hopefully it is not the gout, just a fatigued ankle.
Good Luck
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I forgot to share info from my doc...he said it is normal that the left foot swells more than the right foot for everyone. Essentially the return veins from the left have to cross over all the vessels coming from the left side of the heart, so they get more restricted than the right.1
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Hello!
I am so glad to know about the ankle situation, Val. My left one swells so badly. but it must be the injury to it, and not the CHF. That makes me feel somewhat better! Thanks for sharing! One load off my mind!.. Bet your starter window boxes are getting much taller these last few days! Can't wait to see the next pictures!
Never too much humor, Rodger! Need it as it is definitely gout and painful for the first 24 hours. Then more of a nuisance as I have things to do. However, sitting entertaining myself could be worse, lol! I finished Robin Hood with Richard Greene and caught up on Blue Bloods, which I had been looking for on Amazon. No reminder when they restarted it, so I got to watch several episodes in a row. No hardship, lol! It is taking forever for the swelling to go down in my foot, luckily the other foot has a small amount of discomfort and minimal swelling, so that is good. Tomorrow I will be getting out, (no choice) so we will see. I have to pick up dog food in a bit, but that is a mini run!
Glad the snow was no hindrance! What veggies are in Normandy vegetables? It is 67 degrees, cool in the house. We are to have a couple sunny days! 11.5 inches rain for January here, twice the normal amount, lol! Still a drought here and there! Take care ...Jan 1 -
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I was out walking for 10.7K Steps + 1 cent. The temperature is 35 degrees, and comfortable for walking.
I stopped at the Grocery Store for Bananas and Picked up a few loose Mixed nuts in the shell and some lightly salted Peanuts that are not bad for Sodium per serving. Then back to home for a Protein Shake and a few minutes later back out the door to the bank timed to arrive after it opened.
Have a Great Thursday
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hope4change_val wrote: »I forgot to share info from my doc...he said it is normal that the left foot swells more than the right foot for everyone. Essentially the return veins from the left have to cross over all the vessels coming from the left side of the heart, so they get more restricted than the right.
Hi Val
That is a interesting fact and something I never heard of before
Thank You for that Information
RogerHello!
I am so glad to know about the ankle situation, Val. My left one swells so badly. but it must be the injury to it, and not the CHF. That makes me feel somewhat better! Thanks for sharing! One load off my mind!.. Bet your starter window boxes are getting much taller these last few days! Can't wait to see the next pictures!
Never too much humor, Rodger! Need it as it is definitely gout and painful for the first 24 hours. Then more of a nuisance as I have things to do. However, sitting entertaining myself could be worse, lol! I finished Robin Hood with Richard Greene and caught up on Blue Bloods, which I had been looking for on Amazon. No reminder when they restarted it, so I got to watch several episodes in a row. No hardship, lol! It is taking forever for the swelling to go down in my foot, luckily the other foot has a small amount of discomfort and minimal swelling, so that is good. Tomorrow I will be getting out, (no choice) so we will see. I have to pick up dog food in a bit, but that is a mini run!
Glad the snow was no hindrance! What veggies are in Normandy vegetables? It is 67 degrees, cool in the house. We are to have a couple sunny days! 11.5 inches rain for January here, twice the normal amount, lol! Still a drought here and there! Take care ...Jan
Hi Jan
In reverse order, Normandy Mix is Califlower, Broccoli, and two types of Carrots, sliced and whole baby carrot style.
That much rain should have been a big help however.
I am sorry to hear that it was the Gout
FWIW More Humor was just posted
Have Fun
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Good morning!
I see your walking steps are back up to normal! That is a good thing! My mini trip went well, so I feel better about going out tonite! Not much pain in the foot, just alot of swelling that is not going down much. I am not sure why.
Going tonite to see a Chinese Dance group, it looks to be interesting! If I can't find parking, my steps may be interesting for today! LOL!
I saw in the news that a Fla. preacher was caught with a woman by her husband in a compromising situation and he ran out of the house naked. That is a lot to explain to police and your congregation, lol. Poor guy.. The news is always surprising!
Loved your new pictures. The baby and kitten are just precious! Take care! Jan ....did not do so good yesterday..I was attacked by some Doritos! (salt, foot swelling, I know..) 1 -
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I was out walking for 13.1K Steps The temperature is 28 degrees, and comfortable for walking due to no wind chill.
I walked to the barber shop and back hence the high step count. I did stop at the local corner Diner since I was at the barber shop before he opened. I ended up with two eggs and rye toast.
Have a Great Friday
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Good morning!
I see your walking steps are back up to normal! That is a good thing! My mini trip went well, so I feel better about going out tonite! Not much pain in the foot, just alot of swelling that is not going down much. I am not sure why.
Going tonite to see a Chinese Dance group, it looks to be interesting! If I can't find parking, my steps may be interesting for today! LOL!
I saw in the news that a Fla. preacher was caught with a woman by her husband in a compromising situation and he ran out of the house naked. That is a lot to explain to police and your congregation, lol. Poor guy.. The news is always surprising!
Loved your new pictures. The baby and kitten are just precious! Take care! Jan ....did not do so good yesterday..I was attacked by some Doritos! (salt, foot swelling, I know..)
Hi Jan
Congratulations on the Min Trip. I hope Your evening was good too.
Darn it, I missed the Humor segment on the local cable news channel called three things to know
Doritos could do that, I do not have a weakness for them, Mine is more of a Fritos Corn Chips and Potato Chips problem
Have a Good Day
Roger
New Humor today too 2 -
Good morning!
Well, my parking plan worked! I got a great place a short walk from the venue and only cost 75 cents. Of course to kill time, I went to one of my favorite restaurants, killed my diet, and spent $34.00 due to leaving a nice tip! LOL! I did not mind that though! The place is called Saza, and has awesome Italian food. I got some of their soft bread sticks, which I could make a meal on. They are covered with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and served with a cheese cream to die for! That is just 2.00! Then had the Sunday dinner, which is homemade beef roast, pork and wine simmered with San Marzino tomatoes and goodness knows what else, with two beef/veal meatballs simmered in, on top of rigatoni. Like you have died and gone to heaven! Slightly over my calorie count, lol!
Walked a short distance to the show, then stood to get in. That seemed silly, but they do not let you to your seats until 30 minutes before time, barely giving you time for any bathroom or refreshment break. Security and saving money, I guess! They also turned the air off about 1/2 way into the performance, making it rather warm. Next time I will remember to bring some thing to fan! And the seats are hard for almost 2 hours!! Even if I am getting old! However the show, Shen Yun was very good! It had classical Chinese ballet, which includes and originated flawless moves, tumbling and flips with pure Chinese- noted discipline. There were folk dances from several provinces, including Tibet and Mongolia. Also several awesome short stories, several of which they can not perform in China, as they reenact the communist take over of Chenkishek , and killing of innocent students by the same communist regime. They employed an interesting screen technique as backround for temples, scenery, buildings, ect. They projected the characters flying on the screen to earth, then appearing from behind a small partition at exactly the same spot to get on stage, making the transition flawless and rather remarkable. The skits ranged from funny, as one monk defended his temple by farting( musical instrument like a whoopie cushion) on the attacker, ( awesomely achieving a laugh because you assumed the attacker was going to step and crush the monk), to actually terrifying as the Chinese regime set off a nuclear device, but the dancers were saved by the Devine (Dah), who interceded on man's behalf. Throw in 2 really good opera singer solo's and a beautiful Chinese instrument soloist,and you have it..really something....Every year the show is different, so I hope they come back.
I can't walk much today, and am really tired, but it was nice to get out! Still not hungry after last night, maybe the average of the two days won't be too bad, lol!
Still having a laugh about your posting the room prices for Ground hog day! Isn't that price gouging or something?
I have a problem with chips and Cheetos too!
Have a good weekend! Jan ..cloudy and chilly at 50 degrees..lol!
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Hi. I'm scared about my health. Even with Lasiks, im having edema in my lower legs. Even whenni walk for miles (when i took Em snd friend to UTSA). I'm restricting salt and increasing water. Go gor blood test next week then see the doctor the following week. Val1
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I was out walking for 8.5K Steps The temperature is 22 degrees, and not very comfortable for walking due to wind chill in the teens.
Have a Great Weekend
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Hi JanGood morning!
Well, my parking plan worked! I got a great place a short walk from the venue and only cost 75 cents. Of course to kill time, I went to one of my favorite restaurants, killed my diet, and spent $34.00 due to leaving a nice tip! LOL! I did not mind that though! The place is called Saza, and has awesome Italian food. I got some of their soft bread sticks, which I could make a meal on. They are covered with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and served with a cheese cream to die for! That is just 2.00! Then had the Sunday dinner, which is homemade beef roast, pork and wine simmered with San Marzino tomatoes and goodness knows what else, with two beef/veal meatballs simmered in, on top of rigatoni. Like you have died and gone to heaven! Slightly over my calorie count, lol!
Walked a short distance to the show, then stood to get in. That seemed silly, but they do not let you to your seats until 30 minutes before time, barely giving you time for any bathroom or refreshment break. Security and saving money, I guess! They also turned the air off about 1/2 way into the performance, making it rather warm. Next time I will remember to bring some thing to fan! And the seats are hard for almost 2 hours!! Even if I am getting old! However the show, Shen Yun was very good! It had classical Chinese ballet, which includes and originated flawless moves, tumbling and flips with pure Chinese- noted discipline. There were folk dances from several provinces, including Tibet and Mongolia. Also several awesome short stories, several of which they can not perform in China, as they reenact the communist take over of Chenkishek , and killing of innocent students by the same communist regime. They employed an interesting screen technique as backround for temples, scenery, buildings, ect. They projected the characters flying on the screen to earth, then appearing from behind a small partition at exactly the same spot to get on stage, making the transition flawless and rather remarkable. The skits ranged from funny, as one monk defended his temple by farting( musical instrument like a whoopie cushion) on the attacker, ( awesomely achieving a laugh because you assumed the attacker was going to step and crush the monk), to actually terrifying as the Chinese regime set off a nuclear device, but the dancers were saved by the Devine (Dah), who interceded on man's behalf. Throw in 2 really good opera singer solo's and a beautiful Chinese instrument soloist,and you have it..really something....Every year the show is different, so I hope they come back.
I can't walk much today, and am really tired, but it was nice to get out! Still not hungry after last night, maybe the average of the two days won't be too bad, lol!
Still having a laugh about your posting the room prices for Ground hog day! Isn't that price gouging or something?
I have a problem with chips and Cheetos too!
Have a good weekend! Jan ..cloudy and chilly at 50 degrees..lol!
Good news that the parking plan worked, Sorry to hear about the food.
That does sound like a great show.
I do not think it can be called a form of price gouging, however not illegal gouging.
It is a demonstration of the law of supply and demand in operation.
Have a Nice Day
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hope4change_val wrote: »Hi. I'm scared about my health. Even with Lasiks, im having edema in my lower legs. Even whenni walk for miles (when i took Em snd friend to UTSA). I'm restricting salt and increasing water. Go gor blood test next week then see the doctor the following week. Val
Hi Val
Can You move the blood test and doctor appointment sooner?
I hope it is nothing.
Good Luck
Roger
BTW the garden is looking good.2 -
Good Morning!
Val, sorry to hear about your swelling! That is aggravating, especially as to trying to find the cause. I hope you find it is something easily adjusted! Thanks for the update on your garden! It is looking great!
Roger, kudos for walking in the wind and temperatures! It was cold here this morning, so it makes sense you would be getting that blast! I just did not realize it was that chilly!
Keep up the good work! Jan ..Aiming for consistency here! 1 -
I could move the blood test and doc appt closer but I'm going to stay the course. Since yesterday I've been perfect on eating healthy and low sodium. So, id like a week of that before the test.1
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Good Morning!
Val, sorry to hear about your swelling! That is aggravating, especially as to trying to find the cause. I hope you find it is something easily adjusted! Thanks for the update on your garden! It is looking great!
Roger, kudos for walking in the wind and temperatures! It was cold here this morning, so it makes sense you would be getting that blast! I just did not realize it was that chilly!
Keep up the good work! Jan ..Aiming for consistency here!
Hi Jan
I do the best I can.
I am currently eating some of the NS Shelf Stable Pizzas that I had overlooked and the 3 of them and a NS Chicken Pot Pie are at the end of their shelf life So despite not being in the mood for three days in a row of the pizzas I will be using them up as I am cheap (Frugal).
Stay Warm
Roger
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »I could move the blood test and doc appt closer but I'm going to stay the course. Since yesterday I've been perfect on eating healthy and low sodium. So, id like a week of that before the test.
That does make sense.
Good Luck
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Hi Val
I did see where You had lost 1.2 pounds and a total of 12 pounds on the Home page.
Congratulations
Roger
Hi Jan I saw where You posted 9 hours ago
completed her food and exercise diary for 2/04/2017 and was under her calorie goal
Congratulations on that too.
Roger
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Hi
I was out walking for 9K Steps The temperature is a little bit warmer than yesterday, and not very all that comfortable for walking.
Have a Great Sunday
Roger
Study: Working More Than 39 Hours A Week Harmful To Mental Health
CANBERRA, Australia — Employers take note: having your staff work overtime could be doing more harm than good. A new study finds that working more than 39 hours a week is actually detrimental to one’s health.
Working more than 39 hours per week can pose significant health risks, especially for women, researchers found.
Published in the Social Science & Medicine journal, researchers from Australian National University compiled previously-released government data from about 8,000 employed Australian men and women aged 24 to 64.
The researchers found on average that 40 or more hours of work a week — typically considered full-time employment— can lead to mental health issues. This was especially true when combined with other commitments.
In large part due to additional time constraints, such as caregiving, it was found that the average healthy work limit for women was only 34 hours a week. For men, the limit was found to be as high as 47 hours a week.
“Given the extra demands placed on women, it’s impossible for women to work long hours often expected by employers unless they compromise their health,” lead researcher Huong Dinh told PS News.
This study helps shatter a widely-held belief that it is healthy to work up to 48 hours a week. That theory based upon an 80-year-old standard set by the International Labour Organization.
One conclusion that can be taken from the study is that women are disadvantaged in many senses in the workforce. Since they cannot work for as many hours without compromising their health, men often get better and higher paying positions.
In Australia, over 40% of employed individuals work 40-plus hours a week.
https://www.studyfinds.org/study-finds-that-40-hour-workweeks-bad-for-mental-health/1
