Yesterday was sunny and hot (for us). The high got to 24C. This morning it is a mix of sun and clouds and 11C. Today is supposed to be a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 20C.
Lifestyle
I had more conversations about the car rental at 8 am and I get a rental on Friday. They will pick me up to get it. It will be nice to know I have a car so I can do things on my own.
I did my big stretch before going to see the doctor. I am trying not to take Tylenol so am back to stretching again. I do have a bit more pain but it is bearable. The stress I am having is causing me to have the muscle pain according to my doctor.
My visit to the doctor's was great. The blood tests showed my thyroid meds are correct, my liver is in the normal range, my A1C is 5.7%, my kidneys are at 48% and stable, and my hemoglobin is in the normal range. He looked at my blood pressure readings and is okay with them. We talked about my stress levels and I am to work on my circle of control. He asked if I wanted medication to sleep and I said no and he said good. He asked if I had gotten my covid vaccine and I said yes. My time at the doctors was about 30 minutes.
I went with daughter-in-law to New Minas. She had to get hot tub chemicals and a couple of things at the hardware store. We had a great time talking and getting the items. We were home by 11 am. I had a drink and then started to clean the upper kitchen cabinets. I got two done and am ready to do the pantry so that side of the kitchen will be done.
My two tomato plants are growing rapidly. They are healthy and are ready for a bit of fertilizer.
Sewing
I did work on the doll's bicycle skirt. I am following the instructions to the letter. I serged the hems, finished the crotch seams, sewed on the pockets, and sewed the leg together on the left side.
I marked the button holes on the right side. Once again, this skirt has stalled. I don't have buttons for it.
On a positive note, the front flap is correctly done.
Knitting
I knit on the doll's hat last night but had to stop. The house was too warm and my hands were sweating. I am ready to do the decrease rows for the brim.
Thoughts
I am relieved that my blood work was fine. I was a bit worried as I wasn't as strict with my eating habits this time. I have beat the odds as I haven't had any issues with my blood sugar for 3 years. I am going back to a more strict way of eating as soon as I can get around on my own.
I am working on my circle of control. I have to let go of what others are doing even if I know it is wrong. I have to remember that others learn through their mistakes just like I had to. I have to bring back the calmness I enjoy in my life. I need to remember that I need to be more patient and relax rather than let things upset me and go into overdrive with worry. I need to stop being over sensitive about everything that is happening which I cannot control. It is going to be hard but I'm hoping I can do it.
I am very grateful that my daughter-in-law takes me where I need to go. She is a gem to do that for me. I am trying to keep my trips to a minimum as I do know how busy she is.
Today
My goal today is to clean the pantry. I also need to fold 2 loads of laundry. I am parking the doll's skirt and will start on the doll's top. I hope to finish knitting the doll's hat tonight. I want to walk around a bit outside today and enjoy the lovely weather. I want to work on a few things that I can control and try to have a calmer day.
Until the next time..............................................................
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