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[Greylag]

I felt OK today but definitely ran out of steam during my errand run! And I had things to do at home! Laundry to wash my gym clothes do I don't have to show up there nakey. And I baked a cake for my trainer. It's a pancake cake! This is the recipe I used. I only have a 15 inch cast iron skillet so I doubled the recipe and made a few tweaks:

https://www.marthastewart.com/1064388/oven-baked-blueberry-pancake

This is how it turned out:
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Oh my goodness .. Lucky trainer that is amazing @Lilianna23

 

[Greylag]

OK! Who told on us???

Thank goodness they did I can be prepared?

 

[Greylag]

Oh there are moments, much better for me than uk, they are usually going to bed in our mornings

Yes I have people in Aus I chat with fine

 

[dkak001]

Overslept a little this morning. That started the mood for the day.

Smoke from the Canadian fires swept through here, with air quality 3x worse than the "do not go outside" level. It's starting to clear some visually, but still 2x the don't go out levels.

Hope this clears soon. Everyone's eyes and sinuses are burning, even with HEPA filters running.

Hope you had a good day today!

 

[Tweedledude]

Overslept a little this morning. That started the mood for the day.

Smoke from the Canadian fires swept through here, with air quality 3x worse than the "do not go outside" level. It's starting to clear some visually, but still 2x the don't go out levels.

Hope this clears soon. Everyone's eyes and sinuses are burning, even with HEPA filters running.

Hope you had a good day today!

That sounds awful stay safe somewhere. Hard to find a safe space with air like that in sure

 

[Crankbait88]

Overslept a little this morning. That started the mood for the day.

Smoke from the Canadian fires swept through here, with air quality 3x worse than the "do not go outside" level. It's starting to clear some visually, but still 2x the don't go out levels.

Hope this clears soon. Everyone's eyes and sinuses are burning, even with HEPA filters running.

Hope you had a good day today!

Well now I feel like a dick complaining about my day.

You definitely have it rough. Good luck and hope you dont have to go outside much. Stay safe.

 

[Rj_1954]

Well now I feel like a dick complaining about my day.

You definitely have it rough. Good luck and hope you dont have to go outside much. Stay safe.

Hello, my Lady K has COPD and is on oxygen 24/7. Going outside is not an option and tomorrow will be worse. Our air conditioning is running constantly. I hope the smoke from Canada ends soon so at least if she needs to go the doctor, I can get her there safely.

 

[dkak001]

I don't know what your air quality numbers are, but close by here they were just under 1000.

For reference 0-50 is considered good, and 300 considered hazardous.
I've never seen numbers that high before!

 

[likes2watchU]

trying to harness the power of positive thinking...
had no less than 4 people today tell me what a struggle today has been
Good news - we are almost at the halfway point this week... assuming you start counting on Sunday
What's everyone else up to today?

I did! Fitbit sez nearly 8 hours!

Sweet!! Not even sure the last time I got a solid, uninterrupted 8 hours of sleep. Sounds so luxurious!!!

Did you get it fixed? Have you considered adding a solar panel for your well?

Oooh - I like that idea!! You in a Sun Zone anyways... why not make it work for you??

Morning all. I am definitely feeling better. I think I turned the corner over the weekend once I started taking the antibiotic.

I slept like a baby and fell asleep at nine, but woke up at 4:15.

Woo!!! So glad to hear you are feeling better and getting good sleep again!! Hope the trend continues.

Good morning OM. A morning taxi run is on today’s agenda. After that I am going for a walk and then relaxing in my recliner.

Hope you banked enough sleep for today's taxi run.
A walk and some Recliner Time sounds wonderful... provided you're not in the smoke zone.

Well the weekend wedding was awesome!

The venue was one of those barn style places, but the actual ceremony was in a bamboo garden!

SWhoMBO’s family can let their hair down when they want and when the dance floor opened, we never stopped! Haven’t danced so much in I can’t remember when…in fact it’s been quite a while since I’ve even been to a wedding. Big family events…can’t beat ‘em!

Sounds like an amazing weekend!!! I miss those big family weddings. We're likely a few more years out before the next generation starts hitching up.

Someone explain to me how it is only Tuesday? It feels like this week has been forever already and should be Thursday. Maybe even Friday.

Overslept a little this morning. That started the mood for the day.

Smoke from the Canadian fires swept through here, with air quality 3x worse than the "do not go outside" level. It's starting to clear some visually, but still 2x the don't go out levels.

Hope this clears soon. Everyone's eyes and sinuses are burning, even with HEPA filters running.

Hope you had a good day today!

So far, 2 HEPA Air Purifiers running on high. Some breakthrough smoke now and then but still breathable with all windows closed.
This may be the year to break out a 3rd HEPA

That sounds awful stay safe somewhere. Hard to find a safe space with air like that in sure

Right? Personally, I'm a fan of breathing

 

[likes2watchU]

I don't know what your air quality numbers are, but close by here they were just under 1000.

For reference 0-50 is considered good, and 300 considered hazardous.
I've never seen numbers that high before!

I think the rain we got today helped keep our numbers low.
Tomorrow is looking to be a Challenge Day

Taxi Service in the morning with a stop at the mechanic's in between drop off/pick up to put new tires on the car. I've had oil changes before where I've had to sit outside just to breathe with all the petrochemicals in use at the auto shop.
Looks like I need to dig out one of my cloth masks with a pocket so I can load it up with disposable filters.

 

[R_Clairmont]

Not my best day. I was closing the gate on my deck and suddenly was swarmed by hornets. Definitely lucky that I made it out with only 4-6 stings, but I’m laying low today…

 

[Rj_1954]

I don't know what your air quality numbers are, but close by here they were just under 1000.

For reference 0-50 is considered good, and 300 considered hazardous.
I've never seen numbers that high before!

Our air quality report is about 150 for my area...

 

[Missk_2022]

Overslept a little this morning. That started the mood for the day.

Smoke from the Canadian fires swept through here, with air quality 3x worse than the "do not go outside" level. It's starting to clear some visually, but still 2x the don't go out levels.

Hope this clears soon. Everyone's eyes and sinuses are burning, even with HEPA filters running.

Hope you had a good day today!

My mom really struggled when we were in minnesota

 

[Missk_2022]

Well now I feel like a dick complaining about my day.

You definitely have it rough. Good luck and hope you dont have to go outside much. Stay safe.

Nah.... we all have struggles .. we bring them to each other for a word of support

 

[Missk_2022]

I am home..... just in time to work tomorrow

I am glad that I cleaned my house a bit before I left..... I am exhausted.... will share some about my trip tomorrow

 

[likes2watchU]

Not my best day. I was closing the gate on my deck and suddenly was swarmed by hornets. Definitely lucky that I made it out with only 4-6 stings, but I’m laying low today…

My worst nightmare... not enough EpiPens
Hope you have a way (or better - have people) to source and resolve that issue.
Me? I'd probably hire movers and sell.

Our air quality report is about 150 for my area...

Such a challenging time, Rj. Hope you and your Mrs find ways to stay safe in Smoke Season

My mom really struggled when we were in minnesota

If my mom were still with us, she would have, too.
Hope the air is and remains better for you both now you're home again.

I am home..... just in time to work tomorrow

I am glad that I cleaned my house a bit before I left..... I am exhausted.... will share some about my trip tomorrow

Take care and sleep well. I'm looking forward to Storytime when you've recovered

 

[Qky75]

Isn't the humble mosquito the state bird of Minnesota?

 

[likes2watchU]

Well, time to test a theory before bed
Taxi service first thing in the morning followed by what I expect to be a busy afternoon at work.
Sweet Dreams to all and hope the Gods of Wind are benevolent
-extra fingers crossed since I can smell smoke as I type

 

[likes2watchU]

Isn't the humble mosquito the state bird of Minnesota?

Argh!! Unofficially, yes
Wait... ...no - have to say I don't think I've ever met a humble mosquito. sneaky, crafty, annoying, bite-y ... but humble?

 

[Wonderer67]

I wish you guys the best of luck who struggle with all the terrible smoke in the upper Midwest and the Midwest.

Bad air quality, swarms of hornets… I consider myself lucky…

I got into Boston a bit earlier and grabbed some dinner. Meetings tomorrow and then I’m leaving a little after noon.

Hope to make it home by dinner time tomorrow night!

Good night all!

 

[likes2watchU]

Bad air quality, swarms of hornets… I consider myself lucky…

Night, W... glad your travels are going well. Know you'll feel better once you're home again tomorrow.

Lucky, hmm? Lyme Lucky? or just regular lucky?

 

[Missk_2022]

Isn't the humble mosquito the state bird of Minnesota?

Son of a bitch mosquitos

 

[Noor]

Son of a bitch mosquitos

Are you in Mn too?

 

[Adventurous_soul]

Afternoon all

 

[nipplecaresser]

OK! Who told on us???

You understand, of course, that I am a man of honour and could not possibly reveal my sources. On the other hand, is it true that everyone has a price?