I had DH give Bear a snack and rough him up (man play) and then I played with him. He's over being scolded. Man, I don't think I've ever seen an animal get so bent out of shape, you? He's napping now.

I have a 19 page assignment to do... lord I hope I find the time tomorrow to work at it.

My class officers didn't have the money to spend on class jackets so I bought them all one. One silly girl cried, it's just a jacket and you can't be an officer without a jacket! LOL! (yes... stalling again).

HAHA! love the raccoons!

Hahaha at all of the cat and racoon stories. Too bad it was too dark to video the racoons @rheddmobile ! Sounds like it was a sight to see. The only time I can think of that Tippy gets mad at me is when I leave in the truck and she doesn't get to go with me. She will vocalize a LOT, which she rarely does. I think she's probably using some not so nice words!

I totally missed yesterday, perhaps I was still in a bad mood about doing strength LOL

Love the stories about the kitties and raccoons. I have 2 old kitties, both with a variety of health issues, but they still bring a smile to my face everyday. I make sure I cherish each day I have with them.

Yesterday I got busy and tracked calories but that was it. I worked all day on small projects and my boss asked me to "brain dump" everything I know into a document just in case I do leave the unit in the next couple months. I asked about the status of my transfer request and I was asked to "be patient" and "they are actively working it as fast as they can"...sounded like a bunch of BS to me.

I invited a friend out for an easy 4 mile run after work, I feel bad. I didn't realize how thrashed my legs where from my "heavy lifting" AKA 20 mins of beginner workout, and we ended up walking /jogging the whole time.

It is a rest day today and I am going to take it super easy, although I am entertaining a possible upper body easy workout, my core needs work.

Back to work! We have the day off tomorrow so need to get stuff done!

@bearly63. Yay! I was wondering how it was going with your dd! I hope she get placed where she wants.

Bear is pretending to be my friend so I'll let him out. It's almost dark.
We had a fluffy cat show up at the window about 5am and bean went nuts over it. I wonder if this cat is female and not spayed. All mine are fixed, but he could be acting odd with some hormones in the air.

Hey Everyone! I am trying to get away from using 'guys' too. Also read an interesting bit on the origin of 'Ms' - came as a shortened form of Mistress and was first proposed in 1906 (!) I think and came from wanting a term not tied to identifying a woman as married or not especially when it wasn't known.
I have been really really behind here. Hobbes got really sick Saturday night/Sunday morning and I honestly thought we were going to lose him. Spent the day at the vet on Monday and they did X-rays and tests, mostly worrying about a blockage or pancreatitis but it was neither. Finally took him home with meds once he hadn't thrown up there for a while. He didn't eat for over 3 days but was drinking water and if I didn't let him drink too much it would stay down. He seems to be coming back, still not 100% but so much better. Unfortunately they have no idea what caused it all and are calling it nonspecific gastroenteritis.

@swenson19d - oh Beary... so spoiled! Guess he thought he was going to show you not to scold him! Hobbes frequently talks back and grumbles. He is a bit like a 3yo who complains/whines when they don't get what they want. He will also pout and give us the side eye if we go away and leave him in his crate or don't take him with us. It doesn't last long though. The whining can last a while - as long as he thinks there is still something he should have.
That was so sweet of you to get the jackets for your other class officers!
Hope you were able to spend some of your wait time to get work done on your assignment!
@rheddmobile - I laughed so hard about the raccoons! I could just visualize the one next to you shaking its head and saying "c'mon guys stop messing around!" I wonder if they will come back to 'play' on the trampoline some more.
I too feel guilty on days when I do nothing or miss a workout and I find myself always trying to make up for it. It is probably not in my best interest and I am pretty sure contributes to my injuries.
@bearly63 - I am so excited for you and dd! I hope she gets into whichever of the schools is her top choice!
I thought about you when I read about your governor opening everything back up 100% with less then 10% of the state vaccinated and all the variants taking off there. Seems really crazy to me and I am glad I don't live in Tx, seems like people there have so much to be worried about right now!
@CMorning99 - I use the Peloton app too no bike or tread though. I have done a couple of the strength training for runners and really like them. Right now with my hamstring though there was a lot I couldn't do so I bookmarked them with the thought that I will take them again when my injury allows. I also love using the outdoor runs and walks - they make the time fly!
@avidkeo - I saw there was a huge earthquake off the coast of NZ with tsunami warnings posted. Hope you weren't affected. It does sound like you are well prepared for your work trip! Also love that you got some great kudos and feedback at work!

My cat story is is from when my dd was younger and had a siamese cat with so much personality. I have to note that my dh is not a fan of cats, at.all...
We all went to a conference in Florida and our neighbor was taking care of the house, cats and dogs while we were gone. Our flight home though was delayed due to a storm and eventually cancelled so we got home a day later than planned. We did not call them as we didn't think it would be so delayed and then it was too late to call. The dogs were just fine but the cat attacked Dh's leather chair in the family room, shredding the side and back. She didn't touch anything else, just his chair. We are sure that she knew precisely whose fault it was that we were not home to feed her!

My weight is up a little but nothing I am worrying about. I am confident it will come back down again.
I got the call yesterday from the ortho office that the authorization request for PT has been put in and as soon as the insurance gives the ok they will get me started. Hope it is soon!

@shanaber That is interesting about the use of Ms. I do hope Hobbes recovers completely.

My classmate and I had a good day, her interview went well. Then I took her to an Indian restaurant where she hit it off with the host. He seemed very flattered in her quest for some spicy goat, (she is from Nigeria) she enjoyed the food, said it reminded her of home. I may have to adopt her, she is lonely here.

I am now ready for a nap.

@quilteryoyo I noticed our first hyacinth (the tiny ones) had bloomed today. It was 77. wow, from zero a week ago! I also saw a snake in the in the road this afternoon, sun bathing. Love the shoes and glad you enjoyed some baked beans!

@swenson19 that's such a great pic of Bear! Really living up to his name haha. Such a cuddly one lol

I read the earthquake may cause tsunamis near Hawaii. Hopefully, it won't be too bad. I remember watching the tsunami that hit Thailand in 2004 on the news. I can't imagine going through something like that.

I have arrived. I've put all my food away. Made my flan for tonight. Set up my sewing machine and will head into work in 10 mins.

I'm feeling pretty relaxed now. I have my plan and I'm following it. It feels good. I've enjoyed making this my home away from home for the next 3.5 days

I plan to weigh in tomorrow. It will probably be bad. I've been going over calories but I'm so freaking hungry!

@shanaber I hope Hobbs rebounds! It is so stressful not know how to help them and they can’t talk.

@Avidkeo I hope you have a good weekend away from home! It is such a treat to be away for a few nights these days even if it isn’t a vacation.

I had the day off, probably one of the best things about the military... we work hard but we also get more days off lol.

I met up with a friend for an easy 3 mile run and gorged on breakfast while we sat on the floor stretching. So fun. The rest of the day I worked on my reselling business. As I worked I played the recaps of old Ironmans... wowzers!

It look like my transfer may go through. It is very stressful and so many unknowns. DH won’t go with me since we don’t know how long I will be there. Maybe only a year. I had a hit of a melt down the other night because I am so directionless. I am so confused on what I want and what I think my mom would want. I just have to keep reminding myself to take it week by week and see how things play out... too many unknowns right now.

I have a 5 mile run tomorrow and then more reselling work.

I have a desire to clean... I always get that way when I think a move is impending.

Nearly 9pm and I am whooped! Goodnight!

Thanks guys. End of day 1 and so far success. Changed the plan a little but easy as.

Now relaxing watching oceans 11 (never seen it). I have plenty to keep me occupied and that's helping a lot.