JUST FOR TODAY -- One Day at a Time .... Daily commitment thread for 2019

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  • tuddy315
    tuddy315 Posts: 11,601 Member
    edited March 2019
    tuddy315 wrote: »
    I just found this thread! It may be just what I need to keep motivated and on target.

    JFT 3/19/19

    Log EVERYTHING!!!! :/
    Drink 8 glasses of water :/ Only got 5 in
    Get up from my computer every hour and walk around for 5 minutes o:)
    Nothing to eat or drink after 8pm :/
    No tablet games after 8pm :/
    Read before bed :/
    Apply moisturizer and oils before bed :/
    Meditate - clear my mind from the happenings of the day
    :/


    Well, one out of 8 isn't too bad, is it? LOL!!! I think I am going to list just a couple until I get those mastered. I am wondering if anyone else has a problem with heartburn when drinking water. I get really bad heartburn. Tap water in this city is horrible so I drink bottled or Culligan. Any suggestions? Drinking hot tea doesn't seen to bother me but can I count that as water?

    So, here is my JFT list 3/20/19

    Log everything
    Walk around for 5 minutes every hour
    Walk on my treadmill for at least 1/2 hour
  • jontracy99
    jontracy99 Posts: 6 Member
    I crushed my fat burning workout routine today! Struggled through but I know the outcome and results are going to be worth it!
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    Elbee1 wrote: »
    Me too. Not on fatty liver, but I'm happy with my progress, too, over the past couple weeks. I, too, am buckling down & doing it this time. I'm not sure if diet & exercise can reverse my high cholesterol & high blood sugar, but I'm sure hoping so. Why, oh why, did I wait so long to really get serious when I knew how likely it would be to affect my health like this?! Regardless, I can't go back in time & undo the self-inflicted harm that I did, but I am trying to improve things, now. Just hope it's not too little, too late for me.

    Yesterday, I did have some evil thoughts creep into my head on the way home from work whereby I pass at least 4 ice cream places, every known fast food restaurant, several Starbucks, my favorite restaurants, and the delicious smells walking from the building to my car... it's the first time that I had difficulty holding back since the blood results a couple weeks ago. I told myself, well if I get on medication then can stop & eat it. Lots of people do that--my parents, 2 of my brothers, etc. But, Yay Me! I held it together & somehow managed to overcome those bad thoughts.

    Wow! Great job in buckling down. Picture or even write down your vision. How do you see yourself a year from now if you strive for good health? What is your attitude? How do you look? What are you wearing? What is your anxiety level? Are you feeling more empowered?

    Something I heard the other day and am working to implement: When you feel the pull of the ice cream, etc. say to yourself, out loud: I want lower cholesterol MORE THAN I want ice cream; I want lower blood sugar MORE THAN I want ice cream; I want to be med free MORE THAN I want ice cream.

    The battle is in our mind and it is real.

    I am very proud of you and am using you to inspire me to make good choices today.

    Peace and joy!
  • cschmitz110515
    cschmitz110515 Posts: 3,636 Member
    edited March 2019
    Recap T 3/19
    1) Meals & snacks prelogged / net calories zero / 14c water = net cals -59, sodium -860, sugar -1, fiber excellent, protein ok, 13c water... all in all not a bad day. :)
    2) Move hourly / stairs breaks / 5 somethings = Fitbit 16,703 / 250+ 13/14 & 62 floors :smiley:
    3) Walk dog after work = 3.49 mi 1:02:39 B) happy dog and happy me
    4) Evening: wash towels (start as soon as I get home) :) / make mushroom barley soup :) / boil eggs :) / put away clean dishes :) / clean Kitty's bathroom :D didn't want to but thought of this list / fold hubby's work shirts :) / declutter 15 min. :( nope no energy left / start grocery list/meal plans :)
    5) UNPLUG 9:00 :s / FLOSS :smiley: / retainers :) / set/verify alarm, bed & tv off 10:20 :| 10:30?

    JFT W 3/20 ~ first day of spring!
    1) Rest day / move hourly / stairs breaks / 5 somethings
    2) Meals and snacks prelogged / net cals w/i 100 of zero / 14c water
    3) Evening happy hour with former colleagues/friends at Irish pub / have preselected & logged my dinner choice / stick with choice / enjoy 1 adult beverage in company of friends
    4) Race home to care for pets
    5) Lent service 7:00 / prep lunch and clothes for Th workplace hike at lunchtime
    6) UNPLUG 9:00 / floss / retainers / set/verify early alarm, bed and TV off 10:20 (x-train before work R a.m.)
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    tuddy315 wrote: »
    tuddy315 wrote: »
    I just found this thread! It may be just what I need to keep motivated and on target.

    Well, one out of 8 isn't too bad, is it? LOL!!! I think I am going to list just a couple until I get those mastered. I am wondering if anyone else has a problem with heartburn when drinking water. I get really bad heartburn. Tap water in this city is horrible so I drink bottled or Culligan. Any suggestions? Drinking hot tea doesn't seen to bother me but can I count that as water?

    So, here is my JFT list 3/20/19

    Log everything
    Walk around for 5 minutes every hour
    Walk on my treadmill for at least 1/2 hour

    Greetings, Tuddy, and welcome to JFT! We are big on progress, not perfection, around here :smile: You did fantastic in keeping your walking goal...and that's not easy to do. I can get easily distracted and realize it's two hours or more! So good job.

    I include hot tea in my 8 cup count. I drink herbal tea without sugar. Also, you might try hot water with lemon. And lastly, I also drink flavored sparkling waters such as LaCroix. No added sugars, no artificial sweeteners or flavors.

    Keep coming back on here. Keep posting your goals. Keep pushing yourself a bit more each day.

    Peace and joy.
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,945 Member
    JFT - Tuesday March 19 Determined
    2L of water - 🙂
    Calories in green - 🙂
    Walk 1 Mile - 🙂 outside!!!!!!!
    Plank Challenge - 🙂 38.37 seconds
    5 Fruits and Veggies - 4/5
    Only 1 evening Snack - 😒 2 see below
    5 something at bathroom break - 🙂
    Write in Journal - 🙂
    Do not disappoint myself, be conscious of my choices. - 🙂


    JFT - Wednesday March 20 Determined
    2L of water
    Calories in green
    Walk 1 Mile
    Plank Challenge
    5 Fruits and Veggies
    Only 1 evening Snack
    5 something at bathroom break
    Write in Journal
    Do not disappoint myself, be conscious of my choices.

    I was hungry last night and had 300+ calories left after my evening snack so decided to have cereal and toast. I counted out the calories and chose my portion. I ate it, went to log it and realized I had forgotten to add the milk in my calculation. So I ate it, and then I danced in the living room to get my calories back in the green. I consider that a win!

    Today I am taking Michaela with Lauryn to get sized for her flower girl dress. I am not looking forward to the battle when she doesn’t get to leave with a new dress. She loves her dresses. We will then pick Jonah up from school and they will come out for supper. I’ll have to take them back in later.

    I am hoping I hear one way or the othe on the job this week. I have applied for some more yesterday, but I would like to know.

    I hope everyone has a successful day reaching their goals!
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,945 Member
    PackerfaninGB- you must be so happy to have the parcel mailed off. I can’t wait to see pictures of it with Casey!

    Mytime6630 - you seem to have a new mindset. It’s wonderful to read your successes especially since you have the disability matter going on.
    I used to only do scavenger hunts with my girls and never hid eggs. The start was always a basket or pail and the end of the hunt was a big chocolate bunny, some eggs and usually a stuffed bunny. I hid two things in each location so there was no fights. I hid ponytail holders,barrettes, books, little handheld games from the dollar store, etc. I just started with one clue that was on the table and worked on the clues after I had my hiding spots planned out. It was fun and they loved it!

    Faebert - hope you made your 10K like you wanted. You have a lot on the go this week, but you sound positive about it not stressed, your doing well!

    Zizzybumble - have a wonderful time, I agree with you for not worrying so much about the goals. When I have something big coming up I don’t worry about it either. I don’t do a lot out of my routine so it really is treat days for me.

    Bookmeister86 - I can see how Danger Tuesday could be an issue. I hated staying late after work especially when everyone else would be leaving. Have you thought about taking something for dinner with you so instead of snacking you are actually having dinner at your usual time?
    I did do one of my projects yesterday and went for a walk. Today I have a plan to do things and I have planned tomorrow and Friday too.

    Littleblackskirt- that’s insane! Here, tenants pay a damage deposit that is usually equivalent to a months rent. It is to cover the cost of new paint, carpet cleaning, etc for the landlords in the event of any, you guessed it, damages. The tenant has to do an inspection with the landlord before moving in and upon cleaning after moving out and if everything is the same as when you moved in you get the damage deposit back.
    Do you have a slipped disc or something in your back? My Dad and daughter suffered from those I know the pain they were in before their surgeries.

    Bex953172 - I guess you do get to pick what you like, but that’s a huge expense isn’t it? Is it every room? That would cost $1000’s here.

    Elbee1 - I am a night owl at heart, I couldn’t imagine waking up early to exercise. I do all of mine in the evening. Yesterday I went for a walk in the afternoon and it was nice, but traffic was heavier and more people were out and stopped me to chat!

    Clicketykeys - I hope you get caught up so you get the break too. You need it Desperately I think.

    Cory17 - my husband like “junkier” food than me so I make a lot of 2 meal dinners. It’s a pain, but it works for us.

    Tuddy315 - I personally don’t count tea because I only like it with milk and sugar, but I see on a lot of boards people that drink it with no additives count it as water. I don’t see why you couldn’t. I do get heartburn occasionally from water, I blame it on drinking to fast and not sipping. I’ve never talked to a doctor about it, so don’t know if my thought process is scientifically possible or not though.

    Maryrobinson40- I just love your infectious upbeat personality!
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    edited March 2019
    I have to share something humorous that just happened that is completely OT...so scroll on by if that will be buggy for you... I'm at my laptop (obviously) and all of a sudden Alexa begins playing music from my "bedroom" playlist...I think my hubs (who is at work) is sending a message!!!
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  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    edited March 2019
    @mytime6630 My My My...look at you! I love reading these victory posts from you. They are making my heart glad. Keep pushing forward and practicing your word for the year :) Doing a happy dance now.
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  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,945 Member
    toaljasa wrote: »
    I have to share something humorous that just happened that is completely OT...so scroll on by if that will be buggy for you... I'm at my laptop (obviously) and all of a sudden Alexa begins playing music from my "bedroom" playlist...I think my hubs (who is at work) is sending a message!!!
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    Oohlala indeed! That’s really sweet!
  • tuddy315
    tuddy315 Posts: 11,601 Member
    Thank you @toaljasa and @Snowflake1968. I drink my one cup of coffee and herbal teas with Skinny Syrups flavored sweetener (0 cal). I have not had anything carbonated for 3 years. Especially since the theory is that it is bad for your bones. I may have to try some in my water along with some essential oils.
  • cory17
    cory17 Posts: 1,495 Member
    edited March 2019





    @snowflake
    [/quote]My brother lived right next door to her, so he goes to meet with a dietician to learn what her diet should be and starts preparing all of her meals. He took all food out of her house. He delivered everything, including snacks. He used portion control only. She had a bad Diet Coke and potato chip habit, he still allowed that but instead of a family sized bag of chips it was a lunch bag size, instead of 2L of Diet Coke it was a can. They ate out once a week and she was allowed to order whatever she wanted that night no restrictions.
    In 11 months my Mom lost 60 lbs, was no longer considered diabetic, had to take only 1 metaphor in a day and no other medications. There was no exercise involved at all except nights my brother made mom go to his place for supper instead of him delivering. She was probably the healthiest she had been in my lifetime.
    In December 2017 she went into a nursing home and she has since gained back weight and has had to have her meds increased.

    I wanted to say you can do it, you can reverse or prevent through diet, don’t give up hope.[/quote]

    Wow, just what a great job - this totally illustrates portion control and positive management. Your brother (& Mom cooperating) big time applause.
  • Bex953172
    Bex953172 Posts: 4,157 Member
    @snowflake1968
    Yeah it will cost alot.
    The kitchen already has lino in.
    So we need to laminate the dining room, entrance hall and lino/tile bathroom.
    We need to carpet the lounge, stairs and upstairs hall, and 3 bedrooms.

    Some places round here though do free measuring amd fitting..

    I figured out that the reason they strip the houses is because a) health and safety? And b) theyre responsible for anything they put in. So theyre responsible for the structure of the house, the plumbing, heating and electric, windows (we already have 2 cracked one which theyre replacing next week,)

    So if they put carpets in, theyre responsible for it, so when it gets worn, we could technicaly ask for them to redo it. Which costs alot more than stripping it out!
  • azulvioleta6
    azulvioleta6 Posts: 4,195 Member
    Tuesday:
    1. weigh in :)
    2. 10,000 steps :)
    3. track liquids, at least 8C water :) 9
    4. go to gym--cardio/weight workout :smiley:
    5. no social eating at work :)

    Wednesday:
    1. weigh in
    2. 10,000 steps
    3. track liquids, at least 8C water
    4. go to gym--cardio/weight workout
    5. no social eating at work
  • bookmeister86
    bookmeister86 Posts: 1,165 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »

    Bookmeister86 - I can see how Danger Tuesday could be an issue. I hated staying late after work especially when everyone else would be leaving. Have you thought about taking something for dinner with you so instead of snacking you are actually having dinner at your usual time?
    I did do one of my projects yesterday and went for a walk. Today I have a plan to do things and I have planned tomorrow and Friday too.

    I'm not sure about having dinner at work, I'm generally talking about staying till 7 and wouldn't normally eat till some time after then anyway. It would mean I would have to stay even longer at work to eat it (needing to heat it up and all) and also then I wouldn't get to eat with the boyfriend which would make him sad.

    But I do think perhaps I should consider bringing SOMETHING to eat. It's generally not huge hunger I feel, just a need for a 'pick me up' - something sweet to give me a bit of a boost (physical and emotional!) to help me push through the last bit of work.

    I'll have to think of something not too calorific that might fit the criteria....

    The other alternative is that i find something else to give me that 'boost' instead of food. I'm wondering if I should get out and have a quick walk or something. I think sometimes the frustration is actually cabin fever at being trapped at a desk/in meetings all day with nowhere to go to get away. There is literally nowhere to go to get space inside and that impacts me mentally I think too, more than I realise. But going outside is pain in the *kitten* because I work on the fifth floor, the lifts are stupidly slow, and there's nowhere to go outside but concrete jungle fill of traffic anyway!!! :s
  • bookmeister86
    bookmeister86 Posts: 1,165 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    I’ll catch up on posts this evening but wanted to tell all of you that I have received a call back to meet the owner and office manager on Friday at 10!!!!!

    I’m going to spend the day tomorrow learning some financial management lingo so I sound intelligent!


    Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!

    So happy to hear this news :smile:
  • toaljasa
    toaljasa Posts: 955 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    I’ll catch up on posts this evening but wanted to tell all of you that I have received a call back to meet the owner and office manager on Friday at 10!!!!!

    I’m going to spend the day tomorrow learning some financial management lingo so I sound intelligent!
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  • clicketykeys
    clicketykeys Posts: 6,575 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    I’ll catch up on posts this evening but wanted to tell all of you that I have received a call back to meet the owner and office manager on Friday at 10!!!!!

    I’m going to spend the day tomorrow learning some financial management lingo so I sound intelligent!

    Oh how lovely! :D
  • Faebert
    Faebert Posts: 1,588 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    I’ll catch up on posts this evening but wanted to tell all of you that I have received a call back to meet the owner and office manager on Friday at 10!!!!!

    I’m going to spend the day tomorrow learning some financial management lingo so I sound intelligent!

    Brilliant news! So excited for you x
  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,945 Member
    Weekly weigh-in averaged over 7 days
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    I received another email regarding the position, and they are sending me and Excel and Word test to take. I am sick to my stomach that this is an advanced exam. I have not used Excel to its full capacity since 2010 and I took a couple of practice tests online and failed! I am going to get up early in the morning and try to do a few practice sheets to see how it goes, man it's hard to believe how much you lose when you don't use it. I know I can pick it up very fast, but I don't have time to spare. I have never had to take a test before for a job, so this is a little surprising to me, if I had thought this was a thing, I would have been practicing in all of this free time I've had.

    I think for tonight I will relax and not worry about it, if it's meant to be it will be.


  • Snowflake1968
    Snowflake1968 Posts: 6,945 Member
    @Bex953172 - That all makes sense, its just so completely different from here. Beautiful cake.
  • Faebert
    Faebert Posts: 1,588 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »
    Weekly weigh-in averaged over 7 days
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    I received another email regarding the position, and they are sending me and Excel and Word test to take. I am sick to my stomach that this is an advanced exam. I have not used Excel to its full capacity since 2010 and I took a couple of practice tests online and failed! I am going to get up early in the morning and try to do a few practice sheets to see how it goes, man it's hard to believe how much you lose when you don't use it. I know I can pick it up very fast, but I don't have time to spare. I have never had to take a test before for a job, so this is a little surprising to me, if I had thought this was a thing, I would have been practicing in all of this free time I've had.

    I think for tonight I will relax and not worry about it, if it's meant to be it will be.


    Oh that’s stressful! And quite annoying to give you no notice. Hopefully it’s just a basic test to make sure you are at least familiar with MS Office and can enter data accurately. Good on you for trying to relax. X
  • Faebert
    Faebert Posts: 1,588 Member
    @Bex953172 - lovely cake. Hope you enjoyed it x
  • Faebert
    Faebert Posts: 1,588 Member
    Had a good day yesterday. Did the full 10k (just over actually) run. I hit fastest mile, fastest 5k and longest run records according to my fitness watch so I’m delighted! Also managed to do it without leaving myself crippled with muscle soreness like last week so, progress!

    A long day though. Parents evening at my school finished late. Annoying because I kept on time with the appointments until one set of parents turned up late and then someone came right at the end without an appointment. Got home and relieved my mum of childcare duties then jumped straight into making the cake pops for my kids’ school bake sale!

    Boyfriend called in the evening so chatted to him for a bit and didn’t get to sleep as early as planned. But I feel ok this morning and will be ok to push through. Fewer appointments tonight so hopefully less crazy and home a bit earlier.

    Wednesday goals recap:
    - morning run ✅ and so happy with all the new personal bests 😄
    - Early to work (staff choir and planning handover) ✅
    - Buy milk and chocolate/cake sprinkles on way to work ✅
    - Planning time: finish parents’ eve prep ✅
    - Water - stay hydrated!! ✅
    - Home lunchtime for car and shake. Take extra snack for parents eve ✅
    - money for piano teacher ✅
    - Make cake pops for bake sale with the kids on arrival home ✅
    - Early night ❎

    Thursday goals:
    - morning workout
    - Buy Greek yoghurt and coffee on way to work
    - Water - stay hydrated
    - Home lunchtime for car and shake. Take extra snack for parents eve
    - Remember parent presentation at 1:45
    - Amazon shop
    - Catch up on texts/emails after work
    - Early night

    Have a great day everyone x
  • jeschepp
    jeschepp Posts: 307 Member
    Quick one!

    JFT (3/20)
    drink 80 oz. water ✅
    eat recommended servings of the 5 food groups :(
    stay between 1.2-1.4k calories ✅
    exercise 30 minutes :(
    go to bed between 9-10 :(
    track all food/exercise ✅
    post on JFT ✅

    JFT (3/21)
    drink 80 oz. water
    eat recommended servings of the 5 food groups
    stay between 1.2-1.4k calories
    exercise 30 minutes
    go to bed between 9-10
    track all food/exercise
    post on JFT
  • bookmeister86
    bookmeister86 Posts: 1,165 Member
    Urgh, I feel like rubbish. I didn't sleep well on Tuesday night and hence yesterday was really difficult. I struggled to get things done and I found things upset me more than they would normally. I then had a French test in which I genuinely felt cognitively impaired by tiredness. I could feel my brain being slow. I then got home at 9.30, had to make dinner, ring the boyfriend, then attempt to wind down to make way for sleep. Sleep subsequently didn't happen until 4, 4.30???? And all that time I felt stressed and panicky and angry and sad. I hate being awake in the middle of the night, it feels really isolating and lonely. And I was literally alone as the boyfriend is away for one more night still, which really didn't help the situation.

    So, I'm running on 2-3 hours sleep, having already had a sleep deficit, and feel like rubbish. I have some really hard stuff to work on today, and on top of that I have to give a speech this evening, which I have to finish writing this lunchtime. I won't get home from the event where I'm giving a speech till 10, so once again I won't have any chance for a break or any fun.

    Sorry for the massive rant, this week just SUCKS!! I can't wait for it to be done. Next week shouldn't be as bad.

    I think I'm just going to be kind to myself today. I may not make a massive dent in the problem I have to work on - that's ok. I'm not a machine. I'm not getting any sodding help with it, so it's no wonder it's taking me a while. I'll be done with it when I'm done with it and they (my bosses) can bloody lump it!!

    (I'm feeling pretty angry at my boss because one of the things that upset me yesterday was my annual review, where the comments from him were, in my view, rather unfair. I won't go into them because this post is long enough, but suffice it to say that I feel he is an ungrateful *kitten* and clearly doesn't fully appreciate me)

    I'm going to calm down now and go to my happy place in my mind :smile:

    Yesterday's commitments:

    - Log everything I eat :smile:
    - Stick to food plan :smile:
    - 3+ bottles water :smile:
    - No alcohol :smile:

    - No eating whilst standing :neutral: I ate my pre-french crisps while walking, that was planned
    - Savour every bite :neutral: Most of it, for once - not the crisps though
    - Monitor fullness after each meal :/ Forgot this
    - Talk back to sabotaging thoughts :smile: Haha, I had a half hour conversation with myself on the way to French about having or not having a second packet of crisps. I won.
    - Give myself credit! :neutral: A little, during the argument with myself - I told myself I'd done super well up until that point and it would be a shame to render those efforts pointless

    - 45 minute lunch break :smile:
    - Revise for French test :/ It went ok though, notwithstanding the tiredness
    - 2+ of French book, article, podcast :neutral: 1 only
    - FINISH WORK AT 5PM :/
    - Pack stuff for running :/ Decided sleep was a priority
    - Gratitude journal :smile:
    - Lights off by 11 :/ 11.45 by the time I'd finished speaking to boyfriend, getting ready for bed, attempting to wind down


    Today's commitments:

    - Log everything I eat
    - Stick to food plan
    - 3+ bottles water
    - No alcohol

    - No eating whilst standing
    - Savour every bite
    - Monitor fullness after each meal
    - Talk back to sabotaging thoughts
    - Give myself credit!

    - 1h lunch break
    - Finish speech
    - Meditate
    - Finish work by 5.30
    - Gratitude journal

    Weekly calorie balance: 740 in red

    Words for 2019: Mindful Moderation

    How I practised Mindful Moderation yesterday: by winning the argument with myself about eating more crisps - despite having massive cravings for them due to sleep deprivation!
  • littleblackskirt
    littleblackskirt Posts: 1,044 Member
    Snowflake1968 wrote: »

    Littleblackskirt-
    Do you have a slipped disc or something in your back? My Dad and daughter suffered from those I know the pain they were in before their surgeries.

    No, I don't have a slipped disc. I think most of my problems stem from having scoliosis, so my spine isn't straight. It's like one leg feels longer, one shoulder is higher. So the pressure which goes down the spine is not all on the bone, but a bit on the discs as well. Sometimes I have a bulging disc, which is agony, sometimes sciatica, sometimes a rib moves. And all the time the "wear and tear".
    It does impact what I can do, and I find it very frustrating, but I manage. I've been able to work and earn.

    It's interesting that your Dad and daughter both had surgery, I hope it was successful. Here, surgery is seen as a last resort, with only a 50/50 success rate, and a chance of being worse afterwards. 0
    Sorry for wittering on, you'll wish you hadn't asked lol. I don't talk about it much IRL, would be a bit boring for others :)

    Good luck with the test, my fingers are still crossed for you!

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