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I'm sorry you're struggling, Snooozie. I completely understand the anxiety, and I'm there myself. Going outside can be very stressful. The only thing I'm telling myself is that as lockdown is place, there has to be much less chance of catching it than there was three weeks ago. The deaths we have been seeing so far I would…

I meant to say, Snoozie, I've really been feeling for people living in flats/apartments. It must be so stressful just trying to get outside and negotiating lifts and so on. Do you have some wipes or disposable gloves you can take with you for when you have to touch things? I've always been a bit anxious about this, so…

Thinking of you all! And just checking in myself, so you know I'm ok! You are so right that we are lucky to be alive, Gail, and yes, I think we are seeing the goodness in people. So funny about being an introvert ... I am sociable, but am an introvert at heart, and I suppose we introverts are finding it easier to deal…

That sounds so familiar, Suzy! It's so difficult to know what babies are crying about at the beginning, and sometimes you never know. It is so exhausting. She must be so happy to have you to help. What a nightmare for your brother-in-law, Snooozie. I have some sympathy as I don't have a cooker (and no chance of getting one…

I'm preparing myself for the worst scenario, in the hope that it will be better! Hopefully, it will be more positive and we'll be back to normal life sooner! What I understand is that if most of the population isolates the deaths will peak at about three weeks or so and then start falling, because there are few new…

Snooozie, I admire you for to sticking to your guns over social distancing. We do have to protect ourselves, but I have to remind myself that by protecting ourselves we're also protecting other people. One, because we're stopping the spread, and two, because we are older and/or have underlying health conditions so are more…

Yes, Snoozie, I'm always vague about my job when I'm online, but I'm a specialist public health nurse. I've been community based for the last 25 years, but we've had to give our details and they are looking at redeploying us at the hospital. They are also calling back retired nurses and registering them temporarily. My son…

I think we just need to get ourselves through this. And eat well, if we can, only because we'll feel better and healthier if we do, and not because of weight. Such a difficult time. The week before last I started really reading up on this virus. At that stage virtually nothing was being done in this country and it was…

Absolutely beautiful! I can't imagine how delighted you must be with her, Suzy!

Congratulations! What wonderful news! I'm so pleased for you and your daughter, and granddaughter! Are they home yet? You are probably too busy to answer! Enjoy this wonderful time :) x

How difficult for you, Suzy. I hope they are managing to keep in touch, but I know it's not always possible and might go on a while. Hopefully she can get home quickly after delivery. Are you able to Skype or anything like that? Fingers crossed, hoping it all goes as well it can do. *hugs*

Thinking of your daughter, Suzy. It's such a stressful time, and I agree with Snooozie about the fear of the unknown. I think we get so used to being able to at least have some control over our lives and planning for things, but having a baby you go into without much control and no certainty of what exactly is going to…

Thanks, Suzy. I honestly don't know about the cooker - it's a problem with my kitchen not fitting safety regulations and I can't seem to get any answers.

Sorry, I've been MIA yet again. After poor health since January, I ended up with seasonal flu (yes, I did have the vaccine! But it's not 100%). I am just recovering now. The good news is I lost weight, lol! The bad news is I feel I now want to eat all the meals I missed while I had the flu, and I am so weak it's…

Your daughter looks like you! I think you look great in the photo too. I think pink suits you. Possibly the other photos are lying - I think it's true that the camera can add pounds. Sounds like your daughter and everybody had a wonderful time! I hope you have a good rest today!

Wow, I can't imagine how much work went into all that, plus all the rest that isn't in pictures! It looks amazing! Your baking looks so professional. I bet your daughter will be delighted! I hope you manage to enjoy it all (if not too busy and exhausted!) and have some plans to destress after. You will maybe feel more like…

Well done on the steps, Milove! How did it go with the lettuce prepping, Snoozie? Did you end up using it more? I cut lettuce fresh and use straight away, but of course that means that sometimes I end up not using it because I can't be bothered! And I have been cheating and buying some of those bags of ready-washed…

Apologies for triple posting, but I just re-read your recent post, Snoozie, and see that you did try again and could get up on your own. That's great news! And hopefully, that one occasion was just a blip, caused by whatever - being tired from the exercise maybe. You got me thinking because I rememember reading that how…

Meal prepping: I have done some in the past, but never been a big fan, partly because of very limited fridge and freezer space. However, I do sometimes do it a day or two in advance. For instance I've cooked up chicken and used it in sandwiches, salads, stirfries, etc. I sometimes do extra rice because it seems a shame to…

I am laughing so much about pretending to be talking to somebody when the delivery guy arrives! I have been so tempted to do that myself at times! The number of times I've been shopping for goodies and said at the checkout "This isn't all just for me"! It's so funny. My son happily orders takeaway for himself and wouldn't…

That gym sounds fantastic! Yes, I do know what you mean. I used to go to a little local gym a few years ago and loved it, but they modernised it and it just wasn't the same (and also had a higher sub). It's a good sign that you don't feel intimidated there!

Great news about your mom, Suzy! You sound very busy. I haven't been to the gym much either. The last time I booked, I had to cancel and was so relieved as I don't really enjoy it. I'm sorry about your workout buddy. I do think it's not the same going on your own. I really need to do more exercise. I've decided to do an…

Well done, Suzy! Sounds like a really good workout, especially if you hadn't been in a while! Did you enjoy it? Were you glad you went? I'm not a fan of the elliptical, although I know it's meant to be good - 30 minutes is a long time! And sounds stellar enough to me, lol! But I know what you meant that you just went - you…

Is that the Jamie Oliver way? I don't think I've ever done it any other way! Sounds lovely. Not a huge amount of protein, etc., though ... I feel a bit confused with this at the moment, especially after I did that NHS diet a while back which was very keen on protein at every meal, and B vitamins, etc. I am eating less…

Fantastic news about your A1C results, Gail! I hope you're getting on well with the fitness challenge - it certainly does sound challenging! It does sound good to do it with somebody else though. I bet your DnL is glad of the moral support. Pushups are so hard - I had a brief period where I was able to do a sort of pushup…

Happy New Year! I so agree about health being important, including mental health of course. I have to remind myself that it's something that needs to be constantly worked on as I get older, and weight control is just a small part of that work. So funny about the Jetsons! I used to get so excited about what the future I…

You must be exhausted, Suzy! I'm glad you have some answers now and know what is happening with your mom, but it must be so tiring dealing with it all on your own. It's good of you to cook for everybody on Christmas day. I hope you have a lovely relaxing day with your family! Congratulations, Gail, I am so pleased for you…

Wow, the end of the year is coming round pretty fast! And I'm going to have to accept that I'm ending it heavier than last year. Thankfully, only a few pounds, but still more. So much for not giving up! Although if I had actually given up, it would be many, many pounds more - lol! I've been sort of sticking to my plan,…

I'm so sorry about your mom, Suzy. I hope you get some useful answers from the biopsy, and that it can be kept under control. Enjoy having your son and his girlfriend for Christmas. That will be lovely! Gail, it sounds like you are having a lot of fun with your little grandbaby! I bet she is loving having all that…

I hope you're well now, Vasocreta. It's a pain to be on meds for life, but I suppose worth it if they prevent another attack.