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Ari_fairy
5/18/2008 9:56 am |
It's been a long weekend....and it's going to get longer, I think. I'm taking a break right now; my body is screaming for food. Ever reach that point where your blood sugar drops hard and fast and you find yourself shaking and feeling really sick? I was trying to make the most of the cool morning air....but I think I've about run out of that anyway. I can't believe we went from snow to hot in just a few short days. Ick. Can't we have a little spring somewhere in between? I'm trying to keep Kelly from kicking my butt for the way I tend to ignore eating so I have some oatmeal, a hard-boiled egg, and turkey bacon cooking. Of course, I'm really hungry and needed to get something in my system so I've already eaten some sliced fruit and veggies..... I've been doing a lot of reading about healthy diets. It sounds like I'm making a lot for breakfast....but I'm only eating a small packet of Kashi oatmeal (very natural), a single egg, and two slices of bacon. By eating it in very small quantities, I can get all the nutrients my body needs....without overeating. Funny....seems I eat a lot more now that I'm watching my diet....and I eat constantly...although mostly fruits and vegetables...and I feel great as long as I remember to eat. Servings are very tiny....but I'm having such a wide variety at every meal I eat properly....that it doesn't bother me. Of course....there are still too many meals that are a simple peanut butter and banana sandwich on flax seed bread....with some cottage cheese or yogurt....because it's fast and I can bring my blood sugars up in a hurry. I've finally got my swamp coolers both working. Seems they weren't properly winterized and I've had to really work hard to get all the mineral deposits out of them....and replace the water lines to both since both of them had been damaged by freezing. Frustrating, but you know....I learned that I can be patient. I've had to replace the compression sleeves several times because I got the lines seated wrong and they compressed badly....and as I was hiding the line for the bedroom cooler...I realized I'm going to come up about 10' short for running it along the wall...but I haven't needed to curse or throw tools across the porch. I just undo the work I've done and try again. Of course, it helps that I just barely bought the tools so it's fresh in my mind how much they flipping cost. The hardware store loves me this weekend. I'm only buying what I need for each job....but it's awfully expensive just to buy a set of wrenches....and then some pliers...and then some electrician's pliers....and it adds up in a hurry. What has had me cursing is every time I walk into the garage and realize just how much has been taken. Let it go...let it go....just never letting that man back on my property. I'll give a lot...and it was worth it to be free...but it makes me mad as fire to go replace things I have already bought once. The water tap on the front of the house was leaking....and I learned how to repair them....really simple job....it amazes me how much I was convinced I couldn't do...and by golly....when you have to do it...you can learn just about anything. Today I'm going to tackle replacing the diverter for the main bathroom...I'm a little more intimidated at working with water in the house than outside. I still haven't made myself face wiring the exterior lights....electricity really intimidates me...but my sis just looked at it and said...either do it...or hire someone. I refuse to pay someone to wire three simple lights. I can get over my nervousness....although I may have to turn the electricity off on all the circuits to feel comfortable doing it....what's it going to hurt? Hmmm....nothing. I have a swing on my front porch...nothing fancy...just a store bought frame and swing. Eventually I'd like to build a wood swing to hang from the soffit...but that's a future job. I haven't made time to make new cushions for it so I went out and bought replacement cushions for now...and the swing is some seven or eight years old and badly faded....so I bought some dark green hammered metal finish spray paint and repainted it. It took me a ton of paint...and my grass is now painted a beautiful green....but so is my swing...and it is beautiful...not perfect...but who cares about perfection? I have to learn somewhere. As you can see from the picture....I still have to sand and paint the posts on the porch, finish grouting the fake rock front...and fix the gutters where they came off this winter....but the porch is coming right along and will soon look.....wonderful.... Anyways.....breakfast is ready and I need to get back out there and finish cleaning the other side of the porch....before I cook myself to death in the heat. Did I ever mention that I can't stand hot weather? Hope y'all are having a wonderful weekend....and I'll see ya soon....after I've had a bath...and a nap....and some relaxation. Love ya.... Me Feel the passion, walk in peace, live in love....Ari 
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5/18/2008 11:54 am |
Enjoy what is left of your weekend  Treat me with respect and I'll treat you the same 
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 5/18/2008 12:01 pm |
Your porch swing looks like the perfect place to sit and take a break Ari...with food and all! Sheesh, you need to make sure you stop and eat in all of what you are doing. Especially on hot days...Kel is right to get on your butt about it!  It sounds as if you are really getting things in order around home and many kudos to you for doing so. Not always easy, certainly not quick, but it feels good when it is done (by your hands alone) and you saved money. I'm with you on the electrical side of things. I do think you are smart to shut off ALL the power before tackling the lights. I know I would. I prefer my hair straight thank you very much! Hugs and take care. Sorry it is so warm for you and yes, I know you don't like the heat. Best to avoid So California right now...record breaking temps these past few days and trust me, it is hot! Slobbery kisses and lemonade your way    Expect The Unexpected
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5/18/2008 12:04 pm |
excuse me, but what are swamp coolers? I'm a bit that way myself, if i do not eat regularly I start to get faint. you think you could be hypoglycemic? it's not a huge problem, it is just that your blood sugar getter lower than most folks if you dont eat properly. it's good to have stuff like hard boiled eggs or peanut butter or milk on hand. I need to stop typing and get some food, thanks for reminding me ari fairy.
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5/18/2008 2:15 pm |
being diabetic yes I can relate to low blood sugar problems thanks for reading and as per Dave Allen "May your God go with you"
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5/18/2008 4:53 pm |
Having a daughter that is a diabetic, we have been there more than a few times. Having a really good breakfast sets your blood sugars for the whole day. Your body keys off it. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially if you are a diabetic. If you get weak eat or drink something that will matabolize quickly into your system. You need both long term and short term carbs as well, throughout the day. Research is good Keep doing that. Mary says take two bobs at night and call her in the morning  Or is that take Bob twice? Hmmm Standplatz und liefert
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5/18/2008 7:27 pm |
Hello Ari: sounds like the house projects are coming around just fine. I know it may sound like a lot of work but taking one job at a time is very smart and very productive. But that also means to eat (Thought I wouldn't say anything about that one..... ) Take some time and remember to take care of yourself! No use making all of these home improvements if you're not around to enjoy them. The swing looks great and very inviting. But I'm with Red Baron, what are swamp coolers?? I'm guessing we don't have them up here or maybe I just haven't heard what they are!! LOL I will talk to you this wk! Meanwhile, take care of yourself. Keep Smiling
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5/18/2008 7:36 pm |
hello ari thinking about you and praying your doing well wishing you a wonderful week ahead i agree with mrsart take your time dear and enjoy your self,..... a little work at a time will still get the job done take care of you sis peace love happiness hugs dan
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5/18/2008 8:26 pm |
Swamp coolers must be a west thing. I remember that Crystal didn't know what they were either. You're doing an amazing job kid. Learning as you go and doing the work is a chore. Been there done that. Specially plumbing stuff. Ugh. Sigh. They're forecasting mid to upper 90s for highs here too this week. Enjoy the ride. All you take with you when you leave is the experience.
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5/18/2008 8:29 pm |
P.S. I'd like to hold you so Kel could kick your butt about not eating right. Enjoy the ride. All you take with you when you leave is the experience.
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5/18/2008 9:12 pm |
Ari- Do You have any snow left??? it was 100 here today .
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5/18/2008 10:00 pm |
I am so jealous of you all with hot weather... I went to bed with a hot water bottle and PJ's last night, and have got my heating on now! its around 14C in my bathroom at the moment.. I'm dreading going for my bath this morning! Hope the house projects keep on going well... but I would get someone in for the electrics if you're nervous... best be safe than sorry! Hope you have a good week xx Tracy 
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5/19/2008 2:21 am |
Having a daughter that is a diabetic, we have been there more than a few times. Having a really good breakfast sets your blood sugars for the whole day. Your body keys off it. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, especially if you are a diabetic. If you get weak eat or drink something that will matabolize quickly into your system. You need both long term and short term carbs as well, throughout the day. Research is good Keep doing that. Mary says take two bobs at night and call her in the morning Or is that take Bob twice? Hmmmthanks for reading and as per Dave Allen "May your God go with you"
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