Just Give Me 10 Days ~ Round 108

FOCUS FOR THIS ROUND
Settling in my morning routine to include some exercise.

GOALS THIS ROUND
- RGW 132.0kg
- Morning exercise 7/10 days
R108 SW 132.6kg

Day | Weight | Change | Comment

03/18 | 132.6kg | No change | Busy day at work and had visitors all evening/night. My mum came in to town ready to babysit my son today, so I picked my sister up on my way home from work and brought her to my place as well so we could all catch up. Later, my dad also decided to come into town but he didn't arrive until about 9:30pm. So it was a late dinner and a few beers, I was expecting a rise on the scale. On the bright side, I didn't snack after work and I didn't have dessert. Got all my water in, but no exercise. Hubby out of town for a day trip today, will see how shopping goes - we normally do an online order that he can just pick up, but they have cancelled that service at the moment so that is frustrating. Stay safe, everyone!

03/19 | 132.7kg | +0.1kg | Made homemade pizzas on wrap bases last night, they were delicious and much lighter than the normal dough bases I make, but I think my sodium was very high as a result (perhaps I should choose a more healthy topping than pepperoni...). Only drank 2L of water too so that also wouldn't help. No exercise as I'm still trying to shake this cold off. Our supermarket shelves were bare when I went yesterday afternoon - no TP, soaps, potatoes, bread, pasta, rice, tissues, canned vegetables, flour, ready-to-make packet meals, cheese, milk...nothing. This was Wednesday afternoon. Our store gets one delivery a week, on Tuesdays. So I don't expect to find anything on the shelves for the next week, which is ridiculous. What's happening, as the cities stock out, people are coming further and further out into the rural areas to wipe our shelves clean too. Their stores get deliveries daily, but they can't wait that long. I don't know what I'm going to feed my one year old toddler by the end of the week, unless they happen to get another delivery in (which they have to pay the freight for, so they won't do that as they don't make enough profit to cover it). I really don't understand how people can be so selfish. It's not a production issue, there is plenty of product available, it's just distribution is the issue - they can't keep the deliveries up to the stores because the demand is increasing exponentially! People are literally panicking over nothing. They're panicking because the media is telling them to. I wish the media would just stop covering all of this and just report the statistics and whereabouts of the virus, nothing more. It's so stupid, people being worried that something is going to stock out, so they buy as much as they can, causing it to stock out. If everyone just stuck to their normal buying, it wouldn't even be an issue but no, people are selfish and greedy.
Sorry for the rant, I'm just extremely frustrated with people.

03/20 | 133.1kg | +0.4kg | Wrong direction! It's just water weight, obviously, but I'm not sure what's caused it. Maybe sodium. I didn't drink enough water the last couple of days too. Feeling anxious and sad, and that leads to poor decisions for me usually. Hubby bought a lasagne for dinner last night, normally we would split it and eat half each, but I did split my share in half and ate it with a salad (bringing the leftovers for my lunch today with a salad). So that's another small win in the 'smaller portions' dinner plan.

03/21 | 133.3kg | +0.2kg

03/22 | 133.5kg | +0.2kg

03/23 | 133.5kg | No change | Sorry, I have been a bit AWOL this weekend. I just didn't get online to MFP at all, but I did keep weighing in. Weight still rising, which I know is from poor choices and overeating and anxiety and lack of sleep and no exercise whatsoever. I've gone off the rails with everything happening. I'm in Australia, and our state is just starting to close "non-essential" services as of today (so pubs, restaurants, clubs etc. - basically anywhere that people gather together because people have been ignoring the "social distancing" recommendations and have been packing into clubs and onto beaches). I'm not sure what this means for my work situation as I should be able to work from home, but it's all up in the air at the moment!

03/24 | 133.3kg | -0.2kg | Dropped some/all of the excess water weight so that's good. Still feeling extremely anxious, but went to bed at a good time last night and managed to get a good sleep which I think makes a huge difference. Still fighting this cold that doesn't seem to want to go away, will be interesting to see if I'm sent home from work or not. The policy is supposed to be to stay home if any symptoms, but last week I was told it was up to me. I asked my boss about working from home, he said it didn't sound promising but he'd ask. I'm waiting to hear back from him, but I'm really hoping it's a yes!

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Looking forward:
Never give up! Never give in!
Back Story: 2020
Focus: maintenance! I might even manage to lose a bit more ever so slowly.
JGM10D ~|~ Round 108
Posting weight and comments each evening.
Age: 73; Height 5’2”; Female 🔹SW: 227lbs (Mar 2014)🔹LW: 147.4 (Dec 2019)
Aim for 2020: stay under 150
Aim for this round ~ discard some more of that Holiday overage
UGW: 140s
I am MINDFUL of making heathy choices to MAXIMISE the achievement of my goals!
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Giving up is NOT an option! I KNOW I am doing this!
Round 107 EW: 148.2
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18/03: 148.5: Goals🌟
19/03: 147.9: Goals: 🌟
20/03: 148.1: Goals 🌟
21/03: 148.2: Goals 🌟
22/03: 148.2: Goals 🌟
23/03: 148.1:Goals 🌟
24/03: Goals
25/03: Goals
26/03: Goals
27/03: Goals

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Last 5 Rounds
Daily Goals
THERE ARE NO QUICK FIXES OR SHORTCUTS to achieving permanent change.
REMINDERS One or two thoughts which might give heart to some of you. Stick with the process. It DOES work! But it does take time, effort, and most of all, patience!

Holli1ch UGW 150

OSW: 27 Dec. 2019 = 222
Round 103 =01-27/06 - SW: 203 EW: 199
Round 104 =02-07/16 - SW: 199 EW: 197
Round 105 =02-17/26 - SW: 197 EW: 194
Round 106 =03-27/07 - SW: 194 EW: 191
Round 107 =03-08/17 - SW: 191 EW: 187
Round 108 =03-18/27 - SW: 187 EW: Round 108 goal = 184

Mar 18: 187
Mar 19: 187
Mar 20: 187
Mar 21: 187
Mar 22: 187

Mar 23: 187 This is day 10 of no number change. THE numbers will move. THE NUMBERS will move. THE NUMBERS WILL move. THE NUMBERS WILL MOVE=SOON!

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JGMTD Round 108 (30 for me)
Sorry for disappearing last round. There were so many changes to adjust to, and I never seemed to be able to get a post together. I went from being busy packing for a trip to see my son to being even busier cancelling travel arrangements, gearing up for teaching all of my courses online, picking up a few supplies, checking in with family, and keeping up with daily developments. More recently, I’ve been self-isolating (except for solitary walks outdoors), teaching online, and figuring this new reality one day at a time.

60 Female 5’6”
Starting weight: 212.8 (2/28/19)
Maintenance goal: 145-150
R108 (30) – SW: 165.2 – EW: ???

Daily goals for this round:
1) Stay hydrated.
2) Log carefully and maintain a calorie deficit.
3) Walk or exercise 30+ minutes.
4) Cross something off my "to do" list

Day/Weight/Comment
03/18 – 165.8 – Starting this round in a good place. Although I didn’t post last round, I managed weigh in and meet my calorie and exercise goals most days. Today was a pretty good day, despite the grim news reports and increasing restrictions. My online class went pretty well and I met my goals. I’m finding stability in the habits I’ve developed and serenity in my outdoor walks.
03/19 – 164.6 – After a rainy start to the day, the weather cleared and I got out for a walk again, tackling a more rugged trail to get my heart rate up. I’m glad the parks are still open, although I don’t know how long that will last. Got a few chores done, but much of the day was spent addressing online teaching issues and providing long-distance support for stressed family members. My sleep schedule is totally shot, but I’ve been pushing myself to fix simple, reasonably healthy meals and to stay hydrated. Glad to have the structure of these challenges to help me stay grounded.
03/20 – 164.6 – Unseasonably warm, but such a delight to get out in short sleeves and enjoy the weather. I skipped most of the chores and took the dog for a long walk in the park. Did well on calories but a little under on hydration.
03/21 – 163.4 – Slept in and slightly dehydrated, so I think this number is misleading. Managed a short, chilly walk in the park with my husband and just squeaked in under my calorie limit. Didn’t get much work done today. I had a nice, long phone conversation with my son and saw my daughter briefly, although at a 6+ foot distance, since I’m the support person for my mom. Things are ramping up very fast in NJ. Today we got our “stay at home” order, with most non-essential businesses closed and all gatherings banned. Fortunately, the parks are still open.
03/22 – 164.4 – Rain all day, so no walk. I was up early, so I managed to book a grocery delivery and ordered a few fresh items. Met my calorie and hydration goals but didn’t get much done. I haven’t been particularly hungry or motivated lately – guess I shouldn’t be surprised with all that’s going on. Looking forward to some sun and warmer temperatures tomorrow.
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Ready for round 108 {45th for me}
OSW 88KG
RSW 60.5kg (-27.5kg) or {62 lbs}
Goal... Wish I knew! I'd like to lose 1 more kg permanently but that seems very difficult right now

03/18 60.1kg just over maintenance range.
03/19 60.15kg. Need to move that extra kg off!
03/20 59.95 kg so I'm getting closer
03/21 59.0kg...that's what missing dinner will do for you!
03/22 59kg but massively over calories which will probably show up tomorrow.
03/23 59.90kg after gym weigh in.

03/24 59.50kg after workout.

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Round 108
MY NAME IS DONNA. I AM 59 YEARS YOUNG & FROM THE MIDWEST USA. I AM APPROX 5’ 5” TALL.
ROUND 66 FOR ME.

“Welcome to the rest of your life. Make it a good one!” – From TerriRichardson112 and being used with her permission and blessing!




MY STATS:

Highest weight ever (2014/2015): 253
Original starting weight for this current journey : (1-11-2018) 235.0
R107 EW= 200.4
R108 EW= TBD


Current New Goals:

Weight:
Short Term Goal: To weigh less at the end of this round than I did at the end of the last round.
Final goal: 145-155. We’ll see how I look & feel when I get there.
Exercise: Walk 3 or more miles per day a minimum of 4 x per week. Do aerobic dancing at home a minimum of 3 x per week.

********LOOK AND SEE HOW THE UPS & DOWNS OF MY JOURNEY JUST HELPS ME BE A STRONGER & MORE DETERMINED ME********

COLOR CODE: Fuchsia is a Happy Weight Loss for me. Blue is a sad weight gain.Black is no change.
Day/Weight/Comment
03/17 …..200.4….. ENDING WEIGHT LAST ROUND
03/18 …..200.4….. Michigan has gone crazy. In 48 hours we have went from 2 cases to 110. 25 of those cases in the last 2 hours. I’ve cancelled all my non-essential dr appointments as requested by our governor. Business in my motel & cabins is down to zero as it’s not recommended for folks to travel. This morning we had our first Coronavirus death in Michigan-a male in his 50’s. They’ve closed the borders between Michigan and Canada as a joint effort between countries and that includes our Detroit entrance. If I put on the 24 hour news stations (CNN or FoxNews) it just about scares me to death. So I am going to try to check in and stay informed but use my time for some much needed projects that I should get done while I have the time. So far, no cases within 100 miles of me. That is how far our closest hospital basically is. I plan on going out only when I have to at this point. I am a high-risk individual-turning 60, diabetic and in remission with cancer. Better safe than sorry. For myself, but for all others as well. On the diet front, at this point I am just watching my quantities and putting more thought into the best course. Stay safe everyone!

03/19 …..200.8 ….. My grandson (age 3) is being taken to the nearest hospital (pretty far) to be looked at today. He is really sick with high fever, dry cough etc. They have a triage set up outside the hospital. You call inside when you get there and they test temp at your vehicle and see if anything warrants a test since the kits are scarce. Hopefully it is just normal seasonal sickness as we are still in the full throws of winter here (it snowed yesterday). On the diet front I am struggling and feel very scattered about what to eat. I am working on it. I am trying hard to increase movement inside this tiny cabin (my living room will not even fit a 5x7 rug between the couch on one side and the chair on another). Also, my motel office is at my entry and there is usually constant interruption (things, however, are going a bit slow now except for those already here). I usually have to leave to get privacy or 20 minutes straight. I’m going to look up the Leslie Sansone walking programs today and see if I can get the wi-fi to get to my living room. It is horrible here in my area. Keeping fingers crossed as walking is what works best for me & my health! If nothing else, I will dance. Not much in the line of radio stations here, but I have Alexa and I turn her up to reach my livingroom and pray no one comes to the door. LOL Stay safe everyone!

03/20 …..201.3 ….. I’m losing the game here by dropping the ball. Gotta start putting more thought into this again instead of news channels, texts and phone calls in regards to the virus which is taking up every spare minute of my time. I’ve already blown today but I can still make changes starting TONIGHT, NOT TOMORROW. In Michigan news, more deaths and more cases being reported. My local area still very short on supplies including bread, eggs, flour and many shelf staple goods but considering we only have one grocery store and we are no where near a freeway (for easy truck access) it is actually not too bad. Traveling to the big box stores like Walmart, I am hearing, is still a waste of time, people still hoarding. I am not in the habit of using much bread for myself, mainly my son. However, I still have some stock of all-purpose and self-rising flour left here from before if I need it. I got a double waffle maker to try chaffles for Christmas and I haven't used it yet. I can't get shredded cheese but I can shred my own if I can find it in block. I may try that in the next few days. I have been excited to see what chaffles taste like and how they will affect my overall plan. I have heard they are a game changer.

03/21 …..202.1 ….. Yesterday afternoon’s transgressions showed up on the scale this morning. Last night was much better. I may try some protein shakes. I am hoping I can get unsweetened almond milk to keep the calories and carbs down. I am hoping my SIL can pick me some up from the local grocery store and put it in the front seat of my car. I am trying to lay low. My son & I are feeling great and want to keep it that way. Last night I prep cooked some keto friendly meatloaf. Oh so good! I am freezing part of it. Today I will be making a spaghetti squash lasagna to freeze. I will also be making and freezing egg roll in a bowl as I have all the ingredients I need for it. If I can cut two meals with the protein shakes, eat my frozen keto meals and stick to my approved snacks then maybe I can turn this train around. I hope you are all doing well. I am saying my prayers and thinking of you all and your families. hugs


03/22 …..202.0 ….. Prep cooked yesterday so dinners are under control for the most part. Low supplies are making the sides difficult. Now, I just have to watch any other meals and snacks. I am hoping that today will be even better than yesterday. On the home front, today I have to get out there and clean 5 cabins and I am a nervous wreck about the possible germs. Of course, I will take every precaution but still……..I have found that neighbors and townsfolk are starting to call and ask if I have gloves, bleach, Lysol, toilet paper etc. that they can buy off me or that I can share with their family. They expect I will have those products in a motel situation, honestly, people are thinking of anything they can to keep themselves safe. I wish I could share with everyone but my suppliers have dried up so I have to be cautious. I am trying to help/share with my adult kids / family and closest friends. However, if I run out of supplies I have to close my business. And, I have to remain diligent in protecting the public when they come to my place of business. Business and revenue has slowed for sure, but is still going on. What a sad state our world is in right now. I know other countries and other US states are faring much worse than northern Michigan. Prayers to you all. Our best defense is staying as healthy as we can. Today I will try to find the time for some additional indoor movement.

03/23 …..201.7 ….. a bit better. Michigan is on complete lock-down except for grocery/pharmacy type essentials. All non-essential businesses are closed. I am still trying to find out if that includes my motels and cabins. I think we may remain essential since forestry, tree service workers and construction etc still need rooms and they are still working. I put a call into the governors office and am awaiting the answer. In the meantime, I still have people here though business has slowed. This feels like a very scary movie. If you are still working (in an essential job) you must have the paper in your car proving it to law enforcement. Still no flour, milk, bread, yeast or hundreds of other things available in my area. Hunkering down as much as I can. I hope you are all staying well.


03/24 …..xxxxx …..
03/25 …..xxxxx …..
03/26 …..xxxxx …..
03/27 …..xxxxx …..

I'm 39 years old, from UK and 5'11

SEE BELOW MY JOURNEY


TOTAL LOSS (Start of round) = 129.75lbs

03/17 - 170.75
03/18 - 168.75
03/19 - 168.75
03/20 - 169.25
03/21 - 169.25
03/22 - 169.25
03/23 - 168.75
03/24 - 166.50
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Round 108
Female, 5ft. 2 in.
Age 53
SW Montana

Starting Weight: 148.6
Round Goal Weight: 147.6

03/18 - 148.6
03/19 - 148.4 Surprising, I went over on calories yesterday. It'll probably catch up with me tomorrow.
03/20 - 148.2 Wasn't expecting that, after all the snacking I've been doing. Mostly a nibble here and there, but trying to keep myself in check.
03/21 - 148.6
03/22 - 148.6 Not doing too well this round. Too much anxiety.
03/23 - 148.6
03/24 - 148.2
03/15
03/26
03/27

Female, 5ft. 6 in.
Age 56
NE Ohio

OSW: 186 (March 2018)
Maintenance: 140-145 (December 2018)

My 69th Round!

It's been a crazy few weeks. I am going to try to focus on my mental health along with getting back down to the lower range of Maintenance.


03/18 - 143.5 - With all the stress snacking I've been doing, I'm very happy I've been able to maintain around here.
03/19 - 143
03/20 - 142 - OK!
03/21- 142 - I truly don't know how this is happening, but I won't complain.
03/22 - 142.5
03/23 - 142
03/24 - 141
03/15
03/26
03/27

OSW: 208
LGW: 145

RND#84: 205.5
RND#85: 200.5
RND#86: 198.8
RND#87: DNW
RND#88: 194.9
RND#89: 191.0
RND#90: 190.2
RND#91: 182.2
RND#92: 180.2
RND#93: 177.9
RND#94: 175.4
RND#95: 173.0
RND#96: 175.2
RND#97: 172.2
RND#98: 170.8
RND#99: 170.8
RND#100: 167.2
RND#101: 164.6
RND#102: 163.2
RND#103: 161.2
RND#104: 166.8
RND#105: 162.0
RND#106: 159.4
RND#107: 159.4

RND#108SW: 159.4lbs
RND#108GW: 157.5lbs
Goal: Improve Sleep - duration of 7hrs and score above 80; decrease BF; increase MM.

Day/Weight/Comment

3/18 158.6lbs, 34.0%bf; 6h49m/74 - Rough night... hope to keep to as normal a schedule as possible.
3/19 157.6lbs, 33.8%bf; 7h57m/89 - much better!
3/20 158.1lbs, 33.9%bf; 6h20m/73 - working from home is entirely too sedentary.... I need to get it in gear!
3/21 156.4lbs, 33.4%bf; 8h14m/87 - don't ever underestimate the value of decent sleep for weight loss. Going to have to venture out today... I don't HAVE to have almond milk for my protein shakes, but I'd prefer to maintain some civility in my life during this insane time... and water shakes just make me sad. LOL
3/22 157.4lbs, 33.7%bf; 6h3m/79 - and I prove my own point about the importance of sleep... LOL.
3/23 157.6lbs, 33.7%bf; 5h13m/69 (nice!) - weirdness continues and still feeling off balance. Haven't eaten my way through everything in the house, though, so YAY!
3/24 157.2lbs, 33.6% bf; 6h15m/82 - struggling with motivation. My inherent lazy is stepping up in a big way, right now. So, diet is more important than ever!
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tiabirdie56 wrote: »

WHAT JUST HAPPENED?! President Trump said the country's businesses will be open at the end of the 15 day isolation. ??? Virus yes. They are assessing the data to see if that is advisable. Psyop? Test? Live Drill? Whhhaaat? Secretary of State Mike Pompeo did say in a recent press conference that this is a "LIVE EXERCISE" 😦😠

@tiabirdie56 He spoke against the advice and experience of all the medical people. The virus will not be finished with is in 15 days.

5' 7" Age 40's
Original start weight: 178 lbs (Oct. 10, 2019)
Goal this round: 159.0 lbs
Ultimate goal 135 lbs.

End of round 107 3/17= 160.2 lbs

Day/Weight/Comment

03/18 160.0 lbs, 1200 calories, 15,000 steps. IF 16 hours

03/19 160.0 lbs 900 calories, 15,000 steps IF 16 hours

03/20 160.0 lbs 13,000 steps, IF 16 hours. Goodness, I would love to see the fifties but obviously my scale can not go that low. LOL

03/21 161.0 lbs 1100 calories, 18,000 steps IF 16 hours. Not sure what I did. Hoping it goes down tomorrow, except today I plan on quilting.

03/22 160.0 lbs 1400 calories, 14,500 steps IF 16 hours. Come on, I have lowered my goal to just seeing the 159. The scale flashed 159.9 at me and said nope settling on 160 again.

03/23 160.8 lbs 1400 calories, 8500 steps IF 17 hours. I made my son chocolate chips cookies and had two, and up it goes.

03/24 160.0 lbs 1000 calories, 18,500 steps IF 16 hours.

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Goals for 2020 — eat consciously and responsibly, exercise and meditate daily, get back to productive writing & painting, help people, be kind, learn new things, have fun.
🏃🏽‍♀️🥗🍎🥕🥦🏊🏻‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️

R108 Goals — back to tracking and weighing in daily.

UGW - 130
HSW - 218.2 (Feb. 2015)

Weight on 2/2015 - 218.2 R107 3/17/20 end weight 180

Day/Weight/Comment

3/18 - 180.8
In a weird way I’m fine with holding steady within a pound of 180 for the past 5 weeks. I’m no longer gaining as I was, my metabolism is settling down, and I’m getting a good sense of what my maintenance calories really are. I haven’t been exercising much but as the weather warms up I’ll get back to walking long distances and I’m planning to expand one garden and plant a new herb garden (assuming the nurseries are open), so that will help. I also have some house painting (inside) left to do, so if I can keep my calories steady, I should start to lose again. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it. Now to shake this stupid cold! I hope you’re all finding ways to stay calm and healthy and in touch through these chaotic times.

3/19 - 181
How’s everyone doing? I’m trying to keep busy with my work (writing) and things I’ve put off for ages (sorting photos, going through clothes for what no longer pleases...). I’ve been trying to talk to one or two friends every day on the phone — social media are great, but we need to hear voices. I was going to teach a couple of writing classes this spring and summer, but they’re cancelled, of course, so I’m setting them up to teach online and hoping that will be productive for everyone involved. I’m looking forward to warmer weather so I can play in my garden. I’d love to hear what others are doing to stay healthy and as happy as possible during these difficult times.

3/20 - 180.6

3/21 - 180.2
All things considered, okay. I did get out for a walk yesterday morning — it was 64 degrees F and lovely. Then the wind came up and the temp dropped 25 degrees by noon! Whoa! And now it’s trying to snow. Harumph. Oddly, even though we’re stuck at home I’m not snacking, and we are eating healthily. I’m a bit stir crazy but having a sinus headache that makes me go to bed for a while has helped — make lemonade, right? Last week I found a gorgeous Bassett entertainment center in a second hand store and it was delivered yesterday — see picture. We’re adding shelves inside — lots of storage space! I hope you’re all finding creative, loving ways to ride this out. Stay healthy!

3/22 - 179.8
Happy Sunday, everyone. If there’s an upside to our current situation, it’s time to do some of the things I’ve been putting off. Yesterday I cleaned out my “baking drawer” in the fridge — the spilled flour had been calling me for a while. Also went through everything, tossed a couple of things that were wayyyyy past their use-by dates, and wrote dates on the others in big fat numbers I can’t miss. It all looks so much tidier, cleaner, and more inviting! I hope you’re all finding things to do that make you happy.

3/23 - 180.4
Monday, Monday.... I over did it a little yesterday — all healthy, but.... I’m trying to let go of a stupid cold and I think NyQuil might make me retain a little water. Off to work (down the hall, into my office...). Stay well, everyone!

3/24 - 180.4
I indulged in some butterscotch chips yesterday — that’s right, the chips straight from the bag. They were worth it! But I’m resisting their pull today. Off to do some actual work.👩‍💻 I hope you’re all finding things for which to be grateful amid the chaos and restrictions. I’m writing down at least one thing each day. Today I am grateful to have a warm home to shelter my DH and Mike the cat and me.

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