What have you done today thread?
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Volterol Gel (dunno if you have thaat in the US) is Diclofenac.
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I have no idea why the fuck I wake up at 4am.. I'm retired FFS. Anywho, 3S'd by 6.30. Heading down the hill to the RockStore this morning, followed by a visit to my *local* boozer (70 miles away) on the way home for scran & live music etc.
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Was hoping to keep my foot out of yesterday... gassing up the truck this morning would tend to indicate that I didn't: 12.97mpg.
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Went to the dentist for what I thought was going to be an examination. Ended up with getting a crown cut off, some drilling/repair done, temporary crown installed & out the door in under an hour.
New permanent crown in 2-3 weeks,
New permanent crown in 2-3 weeks,
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Ouch!ZRX61 wrote: Mon Feb 17, 2025 5:19 pm Was hoping to keep my foot out of yesterday... gassing up the truck this morning would tend to indicate that I didn't: 12.97mpg.
Now you know why hauling a couple of tons of excess metal with a frontal area of about 1/2 an acre is not a good idea.
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Yeabut: he's in the States, fuel is cheap.Cousin Jack wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:03 amOuch!ZRX61 wrote: Mon Feb 17, 2025 5:19 pm Was hoping to keep my foot out of yesterday... gassing up the truck this morning would tend to indicate that I didn't: 12.97mpg.
Now you know why hauling a couple of tons of excess metal with a frontal area of about 1/2 an acre is not a good idea.
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And gallons are smaller. They can't handle a full sized proper British Gallon.
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Not that cheap any more.Rockburner wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:45 amYeabut: he's in the States, fuel is cheap.Cousin Jack wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:03 amOuch!ZRX61 wrote: Mon Feb 17, 2025 5:19 pm Was hoping to keep my foot out of yesterday... gassing up the truck this morning would tend to indicate that I didn't: 12.97mpg.
Now you know why hauling a couple of tons of excess metal with a frontal area of about 1/2 an acre is not a good idea.
The first time I went to the states in about 1997 I could fill up the SUV with the loose change in my pocket, rarely came to more than $10.
The last time in 2009 the price of gas had gone up a LOT. I expect it has continued its rise since then.
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My recollection is $1/gallon and you got more $ for your £.Cousin Jack wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 10:52 amNot that cheap any more.Rockburner wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:45 amYeabut: he's in the States, fuel is cheap.Cousin Jack wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:03 am
Ouch!
Now you know why hauling a couple of tons of excess metal with a frontal area of about 1/2 an acre is not a good idea.
The first time I went to the states in about 1997 I could fill up the SUV with the loose change in my pocket, rarely came to more than $10.
The last time in 2009 the price of gas had gone up a LOT. I expect it has continued its rise since then.
The plural of 'anecdote' is not 'data'.
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It usually gets around 17 MP(proper)GMr. Dazzle wrote: Wed Feb 19, 2025 8:48 am And gallons are smaller. They can't handle a full sized proper British Gallon.
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Started putting my packing list together for the Arizona road trip.. which isn't until April 4th.
Going to see my mates Eagles tribute band tonight.
Have been informed I need to be at LAX at Four
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Going to see my mates Eagles tribute band tonight.
Have been informed I need to be at LAX at Four
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It's been weird/tough trying to offer support to someone close who is being told they need an amputation from a bit below the knee, only positive it's the left leg. But, guys don't 'chat' like girls do, and I'm trying so so hard not to be 'in his face' in anyway, but make sure he knows I'm here for him.
Tough living 2 hours apart as with both our work, it's hard to get together for more than a quick lunch. Which we did yesterday, the day after the appointment where he found that out. He didn't actually tell me any of it, but we had lunch with another colleague and he explained to the colleague and I was there. I guess I have a different outlook in a few ways as, having lived in constant pain for a few years then having a different op and being in a lot less pain, I would always choose quality of life - and I know a lot of people with false limbs. I also know that if I break any of the bones around my metal bit, I will probably lose my arm. So, I've thought that through and know it might happen. I don't think J expected this prognosis at all, so he's massively in shock - but 2 hours away and we can't get together
I generally know when something is not good in life as he goes very quiet! But at least he replied to my text this afternoon
So today I occupied myself by going to coffee with various friends and then to the flicks with a mate. Who knew that there were four Bridget Jones films????
I've only seen one!! I've now seen the fourth and it made me absolutely howl with laughter and also made me cry. Bloody brilliant film
Now to get through the weekend and then try and get to see J next week
Tough living 2 hours apart as with both our work, it's hard to get together for more than a quick lunch. Which we did yesterday, the day after the appointment where he found that out. He didn't actually tell me any of it, but we had lunch with another colleague and he explained to the colleague and I was there. I guess I have a different outlook in a few ways as, having lived in constant pain for a few years then having a different op and being in a lot less pain, I would always choose quality of life - and I know a lot of people with false limbs. I also know that if I break any of the bones around my metal bit, I will probably lose my arm. So, I've thought that through and know it might happen. I don't think J expected this prognosis at all, so he's massively in shock - but 2 hours away and we can't get together
So today I occupied myself by going to coffee with various friends and then to the flicks with a mate. Who knew that there were four Bridget Jones films????
Now to get through the weekend and then try and get to see J next week
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Klingy Kat day. I've had a shadow for most of it.


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Looks like you've been enrolled on cat-staff.
It's probably Six-Dinner Sid's cousin.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six-Dinner_Sid
The plural of 'anecdote' is not 'data'.
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Ha! Cats are creatures of negotiable affections for sure,though all she gets from me is company,I've never fed her as she looks well looked after.Count Steer wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2025 9:31 pm
Looks like you've been enrolled on cat-staff.![]()
It's probably Six-Dinner Sid's cousin.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six-Dinner_Sid
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Love the colours of him/her, not a massive cat lover but I could become one!!
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We had a regular visitor at our previous house. It clearly had a home and would disappear for a week at a time, then come back all primped and polished - probably been at cattery while it's people were away. It was long-haired and seemed to think I was a cat combing service.Skub wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2025 9:47 pmHa! Cats are creatures of negotiable affections for sure,though all she gets from me is company,I've never fed her as she looks well looked after.Count Steer wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2025 9:31 pm
Looks like you've been enrolled on cat-staff.![]()
It's probably Six-Dinner Sid's cousin.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six-Dinner_Sid
Now, the neighbour's cat is a different thing altogether. Runs up if we're outside and demands fuss/play but if it gets indoors it just ignores us and explores the place. Gets in all sorts of nooks and crannies - finds a lot of cobwebs so it's a bit like a feline Roomba.
The plural of 'anecdote' is not 'data'.
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His socks will last twice as long...Noggin wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2025 6:18 pm It's been weird/tough trying to offer support to someone close who is being told they need an amputation from a bit below the knee, only positive it's the left leg. But, guys don't 'chat' like girls do, and I'm trying so so hard not to be 'in his face' in anyway, but make sure he knows I'm here for him.
Tough living 2 hours apart as with both our work, it's hard to get together for more than a quick lunch. Which we did yesterday, the day after the appointment where he found that out. He didn't actually tell me any of it, but we had lunch with another colleague and he explained to the colleague and I was there. I guess I have a different outlook in a few ways as, having lived in constant pain for a few years then having a different op and being in a lot less pain, I would always choose quality of life - and I know a lot of people with false limbs. I also know that if I break any of the bones around my metal bit, I will probably lose my arm. So, I've thought that through and know it might happen. I don't think J expected this prognosis at all, so he's massively in shock - but 2 hours away and we can't get together![]()
I generally know when something is not good in life as he goes very quiet! But at least he replied to my text this afternoon
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He can get a job at the brewery. In charge of the hops.ZRX61 wrote: Sat Feb 22, 2025 8:39 amHis socks will last twice as long...Noggin wrote: Fri Feb 21, 2025 6:18 pm It's been weird/tough trying to offer support to someone close who is being told they need an amputation from a bit below the knee, only positive it's the left leg. But, guys don't 'chat' like girls do, and I'm trying so so hard not to be 'in his face' in anyway, but make sure he knows I'm here for him.
Tough living 2 hours apart as with both our work, it's hard to get together for more than a quick lunch. Which we did yesterday, the day after the appointment where he found that out. He didn't actually tell me any of it, but we had lunch with another colleague and he explained to the colleague and I was there. I guess I have a different outlook in a few ways as, having lived in constant pain for a few years then having a different op and being in a lot less pain, I would always choose quality of life - and I know a lot of people with false limbs. I also know that if I break any of the bones around my metal bit, I will probably lose my arm. So, I've thought that through and know it might happen. I don't think J expected this prognosis at all, so he's massively in shock - but 2 hours away and we can't get together![]()
I generally know when something is not good in life as he goes very quiet! But at least he replied to my text this afternoon
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