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Rantings, Ravings, and Ramblings
Thank you, @CODawn !
Basics
Went to a few stores, so skipped the bike ride
Mom and Dad made several planters and Casper insisted on being present
Nobu ignored them, enjoying his brother's find
Cats!
(Nobu joined me in bed again last night!!)
Schedules changed a bit and I'm seeing Tyler tomorrow instead of last Thursday
I'm feeling the 3 days and can't wait!
It's expected to be above 26º for the next few days
Thankfully, our air conditioning (which has not worked downstairs since we tried it this season) will be fixed tomorrow
It's not too bad since we can just go upstairs, but it'll be nice not to need fans for air flow
Dinner at my sister's tomorrow!
Good: peppers are coming along well!
Happy: surprise pizza for supper!
Basics
At lunch, a restaurant had the audacity to call a simple salad with mixed greens, bacon "bits" and an egg a Cobb salad
I ate it, but with disappointment
Made it through some mild nausea this afternoon
It's passed, but kept me from riding
I won't be going out tomorrow if it rains as expected
Nobu cuddled when I fell asleep on the couch
So he slept with me?
I'll take it!
My back feels much better!
That'll make laundry tomorrow much more bearable
Quiet day, overall
Good: peppers are coming along
Happy: the house is cold enough to enjoy a blanket while it's more than 26º out
Belated Cheers for 7 Years!!!!!!!
That is impressive!
Thank you, @Mamatigerj !
Basics
The rain came later than predicted, but brought thunder and lightning, so I'm not complaining!
I got to sit on the couch, cuddle with Nobu, and enjoy it all
My last load was 45 minutes late and that's okay!
Tomorrow should be beautiful, so I will definitely ride!
My back only mildly hurt at the height of laundry!
Tomorrow is looking lovely!
Good: took the time to enjoy a peaceful moment
Happy: I'm almost positive Nox joined me on my bed as I fell asleep!!!
Basics
Bike ride: 4.18km
My thighs were not happy with a bike ride after those burpees
I had to stop at 2 points and calm my heart rate
It worked and I didn't have to walk my bike up the hill getting home!
I did forget to set my watch, so I'm not actually sure just where that rate was, but it got up there!
Nobu insisted on cuddling just after I got home
So warm!
He also shifted every time I did last night
He joined me in bed when I finally escaped his grasp
(Oh, the tragedy of a cuddly cat
Good: new bike route
Happy: sister stopped by after seeing Tyler!
Also: I squealed in joy!
Basics
When I don't feel guilty for not riding, I know it's not necessary
I don't think my thighs would have approved, either
Rain tomorrow will keep me from it again
Fingers crossed for Sunday!
Nobu cuddled last night and was successful in keeping me there
I woke up when Mom got up for work!
He tried his best to get me to stay even through that, but I persevered!
The latest episode of Doctor Who was definitely interesting!
They're keeping threads going through multiple episodes and I can't wait to see how they finally untangle!
It's turning into an excellent season!
Good: kept busy enough to not graze any food
Happy: stir fry while watching Doctor Who!
I'm not sure what to think of the Beetlejuice (DAAAAYYYY OOOOHHH) Beetlejuice trailer. I love that it captures the vibe of the original, but does it have its own quirkiness? Questions, questions...
I'm going into it with high hopes,
@GentleOx . It may not live up to them, but I'm willing to feel that!
Daily Exercise w EC
Today didn't go entirely as planned
Last night, I thought it was quiet and wondered if Nobu was in the house
(Spoiler: he wasn't)
So my morning was frantic and entirely too emotional
Thankfully, he came home on his own just before it started raining
Apparently we have a hole in the screen on one of our doors
We know that now
That is the face of a cat not at all upset with his adventure
The only thing I was unable to fit in was exercising, which is actually very good, so I'll catch up tomorrow
My emotions are going to be in upheaval for a while, unfortunately
It is amusing that I lost my voice almost entirely (very hard to engage my vocal chords) just until I opened the door for him
It came right back to scold him!
Cats!
Good: finished almost everything
Happy: Nobu is safe and healthy
Daily Exercise w EC
This was in the time I was going to exercise
It was definitely worth it to skip!
I went to bed early, so while Nobu slept in my papasan, we didn't cuddle
I needed my cuddles!
I also ran around the backyard with 2 kids for an hour and spent another hour cleaning the kitchen
So I got activity in!
We had dear friends over for supper and it was as wonderful as always
Their kids are superb and there is nothing like people who visibly adore your cooking
Plus, N is always trying to give me work, so I'll be catering some, too
Some people are just truly exceptional humans
Good: spent time with people and got alone time while cleaning
Happy: good food, great company (plus my sister!), and Nobu cuddles!
Basics
Much easier today!
It's been raining on and off all day, as predicted
At least it's very light, so it's quite pretty
Nobu was not happy I was sitting crossed legs, but I still got cuddles!
He really needs to stop with the aggressive cuddles when I need to go to bed
I have to stop sleeping on the couch!
Mom's finally watching Doctor Who, so I'm enjoying that again!
And it turns out W (N's husband) is a huge fan as well! I'm going to invite him to coffee and gossip!
Good: finally figured out a mistake I've been making with my bracelets
Happy: it's been a good day!
Basics
It was overcast and rainy all morning and afternoon
It's clearing up now, but too late to ride
Tomorrow!
Nobu snubbed me yesterday
He jumped onto my lap, cleaned himself, and immediately left me for Dad
I was not amused
He's also ignored me all day
A while ago (it will be something if it was a year ago), he spent an entire month ignoring me. Then he came back
We'll see!
Tyler tomorrow, which I'm looking forward to, and Bee on Friday, which I very much need
Good: productive day
Happy: Tyler & Bee!
Sorry Nobu snubbed you and hope you wring him back sooner than a month!
Congrats for all of your challenges!
A massive congrats
Congratulations on everything!
Well done
@MadamMeow , @CODawn , @Fremen , @Haleth , @HellYeah , @Anek Daily Exercise w EC
My peppers are planted!
It took two and a half hours, and more grass than I ever want to remove with a shovel again
Of all the things to forget, I need to buy fertilizer, but we're set for growing now!
I am so glad I completed all that just a few hours before seeing Bee
She set me right!
Nobu didn't cuddle last night, but was in my papasan!
He was there earlier, too, which was a delightful surprise!
And I met a 3 legged Jack Russell Terrier named Arthur
It's been a good day!
Next month's schedule:
Basics
Daily Exercise w EC
total body Program
Epic Legs Challenge
Daily Workout
Splits Exercises
Good: planted peppers and didn't hurt myself
Happy: Bee was as exceptional as always!
Extra: watched Doctor Who. I am agog, aghast, and still shocked. WOW.
Last edited: Jun 1, 2024
Basics
Workout of the Day: All Systems Red
My criteria this month uses the filters upper body, HIIT, stretching, yoga, and wellness
Some are going to be very easy, so I will probably double up there
No bike ride, but I almost didn't exercise
Woke up after 11 hours (missing all of my alarms), feeling exhausted and sore
As much as Bee helped after gardening, that much work in one day hit hard
Still, I pushed through and that's what matters!
Nobu didn't cuddle, but he was affectionate!
This is both boys enjoying the warmth and light from the front door
Pushed Mom to watch Doctor Who so I could rant with her
It was very cathartic
Fingers crossed schedules work out and I can see at least the end of the Pride Parade in person this year!
Good: exercised
Happy: new drip coffee contraption works well!
Basics
Workout: The Thing
Yesterday's Workout: Firestarter
Kept it easy today
I'm not used to this tenderness, unfortunately
Hopefully it'll be a quirk of the month and I can go back to mostly ignoring my cycle
Dad had a dessert meeting in the back room, so the cats were upstairs and are still unhappy
It's been a productive but quiet day and I can't complain about that!
I did have a walk outside and other than one weed, my peppers are looking lovely!
(Habaneros, my ghosts aren't dying, so there's hope there!)
Good: physically quiet day
Happy: delightfully productive!
I like Nobu helps workouts instead of trying to sabotage them like my Miyagi.
He usually hinders me, but I got lucky yesterday, @MadamMeow !
Basics
Workout: Stretched
The weather was very frustrating; if it wasn't raining, it was threatening enough I didn't want to risk going out
Mom's watching some of my least favorite Doctor Who episodes (River Song's story) and I'm watching despite my best intentions
I don't need to cry right now!
It's been a quiet day
Good: laundry
Happy: store tomorrow for new beads!
Belated congrats on all your challenges!
Look at the cuddly kitties! They're cuddly little voids! So fuzzy and adorable
Thank you, @NancyTree !
Adorable voids of chaos, @GentleOx ! As we all should expect from cats
Basics
Workout: Seated Stretching
I got my new beads! And have been crafting ever since!
I did forgo a bike ride, but no regrets!
And Mom surprised us with Chinese for supper, so it's been a great day!
Good: new beads are better than expected
Happy: crafting is so much easier with better products!
Basics
Workout: Keyboard Warrior, wrist mobility, neck mobility
Woke with a sinus migraine that medicine and a nap thankfully softened greatly
Nobu joined me for my nap, though!
He stretched onto my chest and I definitely smiled before falling back to sleep
Very quiet yet productive day
Good: headache receded
Happy: new Doctor Who! It was a great one!
Basics
Workout: seated mobility
Busy day!
I need to find a good balance between work and biking
It was gorgeous weather, but I needed to finish things that I could really have worked on later
To be fair to myself today, there were a lot of chores
Still, it's something to keep in mind!
Nobu cuddled fiercely last night
I don't think I moved for 2 hours!
My gorgeous kitten!
Good: lots of things completed
Happy: bought cookie butter!
Basics
Workout: Me Time
Had lunch with my brother at a new restaurant our sister recommended
So many gluten free options!We'll definitely be returning!
A failure became a learning experience after happening twice in a row, which is such a relief
Mom's making her way through Doctor Who and didn't believe me about The Angels Take Manhattan
My poor, poor, mother
Clara is helping!
Nobu cuddled last night and his purring made everything better
Cats are the best!
Good: learned from my mistake
Happy: yummy food and great company!
Basics
Workout: Pack a Punch
Unplanned rest day!
Nobu insisted on cuddles and who am I to deny him?
This was after we both heard a bird and he had to be closer to it(?)
My back is thankful for the break
And my mind has gone a bit crazy with ideas?
I'll take it!
It's been drizzling and cold all day
No better than yesterday's rain, but also no worse
Good: listened to my body and relaxed
Happy: talked with my sister last night! She's doing very well!
Basics
Workout: back & core
I have new beads!!
I thought I'd be able to get out on Thursday, but Mom surprised me!!
I have a great deal more to get, but I have a basic rainbow and can play!
It was drizzly all day again. This weather will break soon, though
If my Nobu could cuddle again that'd be great
He's happily zooming around, though, so as long as he's happy
Quiet, good day!
Good: easy leftover supper
Happy: new beads!!!
Basics
Workout: upperbody stretch
I stood up to take a bike ride and my head said no. Firmly.
Had a cup of tea and a salty snack and felt good enough to wash my hair
Since that's an endeavor, I call it okay!
It's also down to the lack of sleep I got last night, so it's nothing to worry about
Speaking of last night:
Almost immediately after I posted, Nobu jumped up looking for attention
I wasn't sitting the way he prefers, so he left for a while
But he came back!
That's an excellent sprawl!!
May I also present to you the brat who leaves just as I go to bed? Every? Day?
At least he's cute!
Good: finished everything but the bike ride
Happy: Tyler tomorrow! He's going to be so upset with my back...
Daily Exercise w EC
Overslept and was unable to fit exercising in before seeing Tyler*
Had a busy day after that, but managed a bike ride!
It was gorgeous weather and I quite enjoyed it!
It was only 2.4 km this time
A much better use of the time rather than exercising indoors
*Theo was in!! He cuddled with me Mom's entire appointment!!
Nobu cuddled last night, though got rather aggressive? Nibbles turned to biting until I grabbed his scruff
We all have off days
All in all, a good, productive day!
Good: got some more supplies
Happy: new thread is working very well!
Basics
Workout: shoulders stretch
Caught up on everything
My head didn't want me to ride today
Hopefully I'll be up to it tomorrow!
Anything else that happened today has been overshadowed by that episode of Doctor Who
I may have raised my voice a bit
(It was a lot. Even Mom told me to calm down)
Wow. They're taking us on a journey with Ncuti
I knew I'd feel this way, watching it today, and I don't even mind having to wait a week now
That was a lot to digest
So good!
Good: new ideas are flowing!
Happy: Doctor Who made it an excellent day!
Basics
Workout: Reset Stretch
Headache prevented a bike ride
Considering the amount of ear wax I have, it may be a sinus cold of some sort
We'll see!
It's been a particularly quiet day
Afternoon was filled with chores and Mom and Dad are out at a jazz club for the evening
Just me and the cats!
Speaking of:
The twins were enjoying the back room
Good: figuring out new designs
Happy: had a breakthrough on a design I wasn't thrilled with and will be able to make it tomorrow!
Basics
Workout: arms & shoulder stretch
Managed to burn myself on the steam coming out of the kettle this morning
It's second degree at most, so mostly ignorable
Still, of everything to do, forgetting where the spout was
Saw both of my siblings today!
Had a great meal with the family
Only a few more days before things get hectic
I have definitive proof that Nox leaves when I go to bed and then comes back when he thinks I'm asleep
He couldn't just stay?!
Cats!
Good: calm, happy day
Happy: my siblings are doing very well!
Basics
Workout: arms & chest stretching
Bike: 2.48km
It was only being on the phone with my sister that got me out of the house
Thanks, E!
It's been a quiet day
I'm waiting on the last few supplies I ordered to arrive
Tomorrow!
My burn has blistered and is bothering me a bit more
It's healing well!
Good: bike ride
Happy: stalled package will arrive tomorrow!
Basics
Workout: pressure points, Facelift Workout, 60-second de-stress stretching, Breathing Workout
Tracking was wrong on one of my packages
Hopefully tomorrow, more likely Thursday
And I forgot that circle designs on my graph paper appear oval on my loomSo that was a fun project to untangle
Decided to freehand just to create something
That worked out much better!
The cats have been insane and out in the back room all day
I didn't ride because of heat and air quality warnings
Cats!
Good: air conditioning!
Happy: worked through the problems calmly
Basics
Workout: binary workout, micro break, wrist pain
Had some light bulbs on designs that have worked out quite well!
I'm still waiting on my last beads, but these make do in the meanwhile
Casper has finally found me, though
Spray bottles to the rescue!
Nobu demanded attention while I was stretching
He's so soft!
It's been a good day
Good: endured a crowd of strangers
Happy: love a new design!
Sorry your wrist is bothering you. I hope Nobu comes to give you some cuddles for comfort.
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