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Week 12 of 2026

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Good morning, all, I had a great night sleep getting 8hrs & 30mins and my BGL was 6.5, the temp is 15c or 59f although it is supposed to warm up.

My 11am it was nice and warm with the temp being 25c or 77f.

I had a good day felt like I got some things done like cleaning off my dressing table and the top of the chest of drawers and dusting and rearranging them.

Steps: 5,252= 2.6k’s or 1.6miles

Had a productive morning but a lazy afternoon, but that happens a lot.

Hello Monday, I had a good night, getting around 9hrs sleep been up since 4.30am it is 17c or 62f my BGL was 6.5 and it is going to be another hot day.

I have done the usual housework and yeah it left me exhausted.

I have had a good day; it has been a warm day but not hot.

Steps: 3,596 = 1.8k’s or 1.1miles.

Up early again 4.35am I was awake after 8hrs of sleep, so I got up it is 16c or 62f my BGL was 6.9

It is a nice warm day, when I was having my nap but after 50 minutes in was woken by the doorbell and then my phone going off. I found a parcel at the front door and the text was Tim asking who was at the door.

I have done a lot of little things today.

Steps: 7,882 = 4k’s or 2.6 miles

Another good night, no change that it was a great night, and I have woken up feeling awesome.

I have done the housework and I’m now waiting for Sue we are going shopping.

By the time I got home I was exhausted as per usual.

I spent some time sorting out the granddaughter’s money boxes, I bought new much larger tins for Sydney & Summer. Tim said it would take years   to fill them, I said that’s fine not planning to give them to the girls for another 4 or 5 years.

Steps: 5,545 = 2.3k’s or 1.4 miles

I slept well but was awake at 3.30am, got up at 4am, I had 7hrs & 40mins od sleep, I had a shower after Tim left at 5.30am.

At 4.30am it was 19c or 66f, my BGL was 6.0

It is a nice day, I feel good but around 11am I started to not feel good, so I went and had an hour-long nap.

Around 5.30pm I went downhill fast couldn’t concentrate and felt very tired I will be in bed by 7pm.

Steps: 4,692= 2.3k’s or 1.4miles

I slept through the night waking at 4.15am feeling awake so got up, it is 19c or 66f, I had 9hrs of sleep.

Tim left around 12.30pm for work and I went for a nap at 1pm.

It has been a warm day with the temp around 25c or 77f.

Saw Blain he came just to check on me and later in the day I saw Sam and Bailey.

Steps: 8,086=k’s or 2.5miles

History of chocolate

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Hello everyone, today we are looking at the history of something most people like, that is chocolate.

The word “Chocolate” is likely derived from Nahuatl words such as chocolatl or xocoatl, though scholars still debate the exact origin. The first record of the English word chocolate was in 1604.

Some say that begins with sacred rituals in ancient Mesoamerica maybe it does, maybe it doesn’t but here are some of the information I have found.

The earliest known use of cacao traces back over 5,000 years in what is now Mexico.

The earliest confirmed civilization to use cacao, likely as a ceremonial drink was by The Olmecs way back around 1500 BCE. The is archaeological evidence that shows traces of theobromine a cacao compound in ancient pottery.

Then we have the Maya who cultivated cacao and drank it regularly as a thick, frothy, often mixed with chili, honey, or water drink. It is believed that it was a daily ritual.

It was considered “the food of the gods”, sacred enough to be buried with nobles. However, it wasn’t just for elites; many households consumed it daily.

Moving on to the Aztecs who valued cacao beans so highly they used them as currency, worth more than gold.

They drank xocolatl, a bitter, spiced chocolate beverage believed to give strength and vitality. Cacao was considered a divine gift from the god Quetzalcoatl.

Around the 1500’s chocolate had found its way to Europe with Spanish conquistadors encountered cacao in 1519 and brought it to Spain.

It was initially used as medicine; but soon became a fashionable drink among European elites. It was around this time that sugar was added, transforming the bitter drink into something closer to modern hot chocolate.

Over the next three centuries, chocolate spread across Europe, sparking debates about its religious and medicinal value.

It was in 1847 that chocolate became solid when Joseph Fry discovered that mixing cocoa powder, sugar, and melted cocoa butter produced a smooth, mouldable paste, something no one had achieved before. This mixture could finally be poured into a mould and set into a bar, making it the world’s first solid eating chocolate.

It was during World War 1 that Chocolate became a global commodity, especially after World War I, when soldiers received chocolate rations.

Over time new forms emerged such as white chocolate, couverture, and countless others. Also, production skyrocketed, with major markets expanding in Asia and Africa.

By 2018, the global chocolate trade exceeded US$100 billion.

Eye diseases and disorders

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This week we are looking at eye diseases or disorders at least 2.2 billion people worldwide have some form of vision impairment or eye condition that’s about 28% of the population. This figure doesn’t include things like dry eye or conjunctivitis or any other condition that doesn’t affect sight, if it did the percentage would be more like 50% of the population.

Eye diseases include any condition that affects the cornea, lens, retina, optic nerve, eyelids, or the visual pathways in the brain. Some are mild and temporary; others can cause permanent vision loss if untreated.

Eye conditions for into one of eight categories these are the following.

Refractive Disorders (Most Common Worldwide)

These affect how light bends in the eye.

  • Myopia (short‑sightedness) – distant vision blurred
  • Hyperopia (long‑sightedness) – near vision blurred
  • Astigmatism – uneven focus due to irregular cornea
  • Presbyopia – age‑related loss of near focus (40+)

Treatment: glasses, contact lenses, or refractive surgery.

Lens Disorders

Cataracts

Clouding of the lens causing blurred or dim vision.

  • Extremely common with age
  • Treated with cataract surgery (one of the safest surgeries worldwide

Retina Disorders

These affect the light‑sensitive layer at the back of the eye.

Age‑Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

  • Damages central vision
  • Leading cause of blindness in older adults
  • Two types: dry and wet

Diabetic Retinopathy

  • Caused by diabetes damaging retinal blood vessels
  • Can lead to blindness if untreated

Retinal Detachment

  • Retina pulls away from the back of the eye
  • Medical emergency
  • Symptoms: flashes, floaters, curtain over vision

Macular Hole / Macular Pucker

  • Distortion or loss of central vision

Optic Nerve Disorders

Glaucoma

  • Damage to the optic nerve, often due to high eye pressure
  • Causes gradual, irreversible vision loss
  • Requires lifelong management

Optic Neuritis

  • Inflammation of the optic nerve
  • Often linked to autoimmune conditions

Corneal Disorders

Keratoconus

  • Cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape
  • Causes distorted vision
  • Treated with cross‑linking, contacts, or corneal transplant

Corneal Ulcer

  • Open sore, usually from infection
  • Painful and urgent to treat

Eyelid & Surface Disorders

Blepharitis

  • Inflammation of eyelid margins
  • Causes irritation, crusting, dryness

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

  • Viral, bacterial, or allergic
  • Causes redness, discharge, irritation

Dry Eye Disease

  • Very common
  • Caused by poor tear quality or quantity

Childhood Eye Disorders

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

  • Brain favours one eye
  • Treatable if caught early

Strabismus (Eye Turn)

  • Eyes misaligned
  • May require glasses, exercises, or surgery

Rare but Serious Conditions

·       Uveitis – inflammation inside the eye

·       Retinoblastoma – childhood eye cancer

·       Graves’ Eye Disease – autoimmune swelling behind the eyes

·       Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension – pressure on optic nerve

When it comes to our eyes people should seek immediate help if they experience any of the following

  • Sudden vision loss
  • Flashes or a curtain over vision
  • Severe eye pain
  • Sudden double vision
  • Chemical injury

These can indicate emergencies like retinal detachment, acute glaucoma, or infection.

Week 10 of 2026

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Here we are at the start of March and Autumn; I slept well getting just under 7hrs. It is a wet morning I hope it doesn’t rain all day.

Did the usual housework and cleaned off Tim’s bed side table and packed away the Cpap machine I knew he wouldn’t use.

It has been a cool dry day, saw Blain when he came to see his mum, looks like he may be moving home while they look for somewhere else to live.

This afternoon has been lovely and warm.

Steps:6,637=3.3k’s or 2 miles

Good morning, all, I slept well till 3.20am after that I was in pain and hot and tossing and turning till 4.20am when I had enough and got up.

My BGL was 5.5 and the temp at 4.30am was 22c or 71f. At 11am it was 27c or 80f.

Tasha came down and asked if they could store some of Blain’s stuff here as she doesn’t have enough room at her             place.

By 2pm it was 30c or 86f and I had to turn the air con on. Thankfully I only need it on for an hour.

Steps: 7,028 = 3.5k’s or 2.1 miles

Good morning anyone reading this, I have been up since 4am but I was in bed early last night and had a good 9hrs &30minutes of sleep.

My BGL was 5.5 and it was 21c or 69f, by 6am it started raining, also had T (Blain’s gf) come down looking for milk which I gave her.

What a morning Tasha had a skip bin delivered this morning and when he got home from work Tim started taking stuff up and tossing it into the bin, in helped by placing items on the walker and taking them to the bin. I decided to remove items allowing me to get out an old cupboard I then opened the front wooden door.

The mess behind the cupboard and door was awful so I cleaned that up it all took over an hour to do it. I cleaned the front of the wooden door but as I am short, I couldn’t reach the top of the door, I will see if Sam will come and finish it for me.

It is 5pm and I am feeling really unwell, I am very tired and really just not with it.

No steps as my watch died, it will not charge.

Been up since 4.10am, I am feeling much better this morning, I had a around 7.5hrs of sleep. My BGL was 5.8 and it is currently 22c or 70f.

Jess came over when she got home and asked if I could wash her work shirts as she has OT for the next two nights.

At midday I had to turn the air con as    it was 30c or 86f.

By 4pm I was ratshit and felt like crap due to tiredness I am now going to bed and it is only 6.30pm

Another early start and damn my body is moving a lot this morning and my let knee is crackling.

Tim has called in sick for work he hopes he will be ok by lunch time to do his arvo shift.

I went shopping with Sue and in was ratshit all morning, I left the house wearing a long skirt and shoes and I had to remove the skirt yes, I had shorts on under it and also took my shoes off.

I had an hour-long nap between 12 & 1pm, also Dawson came over for a visit he was here are 45 minutes.

Tim isn’t working at all today even though he started feeling ok by 10am.

This afternoon I wasn’t the best but I ate something and started to feel much better.

Steps:5,509= 3.7k’s

Up far to early for my liking 4.10am as I wasn’t able to get comfortable in bed with my left arm hurting and my right hip hurting.

It is 21c or 70f, but we are looking at a top temp of 30c. I got around 6hrs of sleep and my BGL was 6.6.

Went shopping with Sue after her doctor’s appointment, I was not the best, I think it was due to the heat and my swollen feet.

I had a one-hour nap and have been great for the rest of the day.

I emptied the money boxes I have been putting money in since 2021 which I will use as spending money on our cruise next month.  Total amount $300.

Steps: 5,426 = 3.5k’s

Good morning, another damn early start I was up at 4.15 and had a shower before starting my day. It is 21c or 69f my BGL is 6.6 and I had around 7hrs of sleep.

I went back to bed at 7am for an hour, I feel ok after that nap. At 9.45am I was watching TV and started to fall asleep and my back was aching. Then my hearing aid battery died so got up and changed seats.

After having another nap between 11 & 12 I am feeling great.

Tim is working tonight.

A late night for me it has just gone 9pm and I’m to bed, fingers crossed I sleep better.

Steps:3.939=2k’s

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Week 7 of 2026

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Good morning world, here I am up washed and dressed, I have unpacked the dishwasher and took some rubbish to the bin.

My blood glucose level is 6.1 and I had around 8hrs of sleep, even though the watch said I had only 6hrs but that would be because it came loose during the night. It is 22c or 71f at 5am.

Been a sticky day but not hot, I did a load of washing and hung it on the clothes hoists to dry, I placed them in front of the fan.

Steps: 9,584 = 4.8k’s or 3 miles

Hello Monday, hello world, I slept good had 9hrs of sleep woke feeling good, I am washed, dressed and moisturised, I apply moisturiser to my face, neck, chest and arms each morning so my skin doesn’t dry out.

Anyway, my BGL: was 6.3 this morning and it is 22c or 71f it is only supposed to reach 24c today.

We have had light rain on and off all day.

By 5.30pm I started to feel really tired.

Steps: 4,435 = 2.3k’s

Good morning, all, what a shit night I have had tossing and turning and not sleeping only managed 4hrs in total of sleep, I have been up since 4am. Tim also has had a shocking night not being able to sleep, he has been up   since 3am.

It is 22c this morning and my BGL was 5.9 and I except I will need a nap sometime this morning.

I managed to have a short nap sitting in my armchair, but I woke up when Tim got home.

I had the air cons on for a few hours this afternoon.

Had another incident with the tremor being bad so I took and extra half tablet and in 10 minutes I was ok everything had settled.

Tim rang me at 5.15pm to let me know he will be home late around 7pm, he rang again at 6.15 asking if I could order pizza and he would pick it up on his way, which I did.

Steps: 4,396 = 2.2k’s or 1.3 miles

Good morning, everyone I slept well I managed to get 7hrs of sleep, I was up at 4.10am as I woke up felt awake so got up. Tremor noticeable this morning settled 15 minutes after taking my meds.

It is a hot day temp of 30c or 86f, I have the air cons going. I cleaned the glass sliding doors.

I didn’t feel well between 12.30 & 2.15pm, I took my meds at 2pm and in 15 minutes I was feeling much better.

Steps: 7, 589 = 3.8k’s or 2.3 miles

Good morning, all who read this it is currently 5.30am I have been up for an hour, and I am drenched in sweat, waiting for Tim to leave for work so I c.an have a shower.

It is 22c or 71f, we are heading for a top temp of 32c. I had 8hrs of sleep and I feel good.

Sue’s blood tests showed her glucose level was too high, her liver function isn’t good, and her cholesterol is too high. She needs another test to check for diabetes as well as other stuff.

She also needs to have an ultrasound of her stomach.

It went from a hot day to a coldish day. I even had to shut the front door for a bit as the breeze on my legs was cold.

Steps: 4,396 = 2.2k’s or 1.3 miles

Had a good 7hrs of sleep woke feeling good, was up at 4.30, it is much cooler this morning only 19c or 66f, our top temp is supposed to be 22c.

Sandra came around to show me her new car; it is a 2011 Honda Odyssey silver in colour.

By 11am I was starting to not feel good so went and had an hour nap after which I was much better.

Had a phone call from Tim he is doing emergency rail and will be home late.

Steps: 5,447 = 2.7k’s pr 1.6 miles

NATASHA’S BIRTHDAY SHE IS 39 TODAY

I slept well till 3am then the pain in my left shoulder and right hip got to so at 4am I got up.

It is 19c or 66f this morning and even though I needed the heater on in the bathroom when I got dressed, I had to change from long pants into shorts as I started sweating.

Tim came to bed at 1.20am but I have no idea what time he got home.

I have had a rough morning but doing much better after I ate.

Natasha and Blain are having an issue he isn’t coming to see her for her birthday, and this has upset Tasha. I get how she feels but she always says birthdays are just another day.

For some reason, I got it into my head that I had done something to piss Tasha off and sent her a text saying sorry, she came down gave me a hug and said I hadn’t said or done anything to upset her.

Tim has spent the afternoon cleaning     out the car.

Steps: 4,483=2.2k’s

Week 4 of 2026

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I slept well, managed 7hrs of sleep, woke at 4.50am at 5.30 after Tim left for work I had a shower and shave before getting breakfast. My BGL was 6.4 the temp was 19c or 66f and it is raining.

It is now midday and it’s still raining the temp is 20c of 68f. Tim got home around 11.30am.

It stopped raining around 2pm so around 4pm Tim was able to go out the back and do whatever.

Steps:6,521 = 3.3k’s or 1.9miles

Had a good 7hrs sleep with some really strange dreams that mum and dad were part of mum was with me shopping and dad was at the doctors with a bleeding hand.

It is another wet day, and we are off to my appointment with Dr Babu my neurologist in Sydney a 2hr drive from here.

My appointment went well; she has increased the Sifrol to double it is now and has degreased the Madopar I take for tablets a day two of them have been degreased in strength to see if that helps with the dyskinesia.

We arrived home around 3pm

Steps: 6,663 = 3.3k’s or 2 miles

I am up way earlier then I would like to be but from 2.30am I was restless and unable to find a comfortable position to lay in so at 4.20am I got up and started my day. I may need a nap during the day we will see.

The temp this morning was 17c or 62.6f so somewhat nippy. My BGL was 6.6 so a bit high.

By 5am I had cleaned the kitchen, emptied the dishwasher, swept the kitchen floor and vacuumed the lounge and hallway, emptied the bins and had a wash and moisturised my body and of course got dressed for the day.

I tossed then towels into wash but after a while the machine made a noise and when I went to check the error code it was unable to drain. When Tim got up, he spent a couple of hours checking the drainage hose which was ok not blocked now when he gets home from work, he is going to take the pump filter out and check it.

I have asked Tasha to take the towels to hers and wash them for me she still hasn’t done it at 2pm. So, I asked Jess and Sam came down and took them back to her house to wash them for me.

Tim arrived home around 5pm and hour later than expected.

Steps: 5,446 = 2.7k’s or 1.6 miles

Another early start I got up at 4.20am due to a bad headache and feeling unwell. I had a good 8hrs of sleep.

At 5am my BGL was 6.5 and the temp a cool 17c or 62f, I have taken my morning meds and hopefully the headache will ease soon, I am having my morning egg flip which is helping with the unwell feeling.

I am going with Sue while she gets and Xray on her knee and then we will go to the post office as I need stamps and want to see about the concession stamps now that I am on a pension again.

Got the stamps no problem, went to Coles and then Sue went to pick up the scripts while I waited on a seat outside Coles, only to have Sue ring and say there was a problem she was being told that I owed $121 instead of $15. I went down brought up the app where it showed I’d paid, they then said it was ok all sorted.

Tasha was supposed to help go to bed only to be helping damn Benny again.

Steps: 6,153 = 3.11k’s or 1.9 miles

Had a good night sleep getting over 10hrs of sleep, I was up at 4.30am and had a shower and cleaned the kitchen before my 5am alarm went off.

I am going shopping with Sue and looking forward to it as per usual.

It is going to be another hot day. I am feeling so tired by midday.

Tim cooked lunch crumb chicken with baked spuds and carrots and peas, with cheesecake for dessert.

This afternoon Jess came over to get something, and Tim asked her if she was talking to him and she said no and left. This was the start of an argument between me and Tim as he acted like he didn’t understand why she would be like that. I told him she is supporting her child and doesn’t like the way he is treating Sam. This went on for 2hrs, at one point I said he was acting like he didn’t trust me and he said he didn’t, that hurt when I asked why he avoided the question and starter going on about Sam is Leo and Leo is a boy.

So, all in all a distressing afternoon.

Steps:8,026 = 4k’s or 2.2 miles

I had a rough night; I slept well till 1.30am after that I had trouble settling tossing and turning finding it difficult to lay on my left side due to the pain in my shoulder. I managed to get some sleep laying on my back but after a while that also started to hurt. I ended up coming out to the lounge room and sleeping for a bit in my armchair. All in all, I got around 6hrs of sleep.

This morning my BGL was 7.1 and it was 19c or 66f.

I was surprised to see Sue turn up she just came to check on me.

Steps: 7,750 = 3.9k’s or 2.2 miles

I slept well last night getting 7hrs of sleep my BGL was 5.9 the temp this morning is 17c or 62f.

This morning Tim and I went to Aldi as they had advertised office chairs for $60 but of course, they had none in stock. So, I spent some time looking online for one but then my internet started playing up so I got the shits and packed it in.

After going to Aldi Tim wanted to go to his favourite butcher which we did, and he got the meat he wanted.

It has been another hot day with a temp of 30c or 86f in my house without the air con going.

Around 6pm Jessica came down and showed me some clips she found funny and reminded her of me, it was funny.

It was then I was informed that her and Tim had a long talk and things are much better between them.

Tasha arrived at 7.15pm to help me get ready for bed.

Steps: 6,981 = 3.4k’s or 2 miles

Week 3 of 2026

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I slept well till 3am, after that I had a blocked nose and pain my left shoulder and right hip and just couldn’t settle, so I got up at 4.45am.

It is much cooler today only 20c at 5am with a top temp of only 24c, I am having a rough day.

I tried to have a nap but couldn’t settle so after half an hour of trying I gave up, even though I didn’t fall asleep after spending that time laying with my eyes closed, I did feel a bit more with it when I got up.

Tim has spent a good part of the day working on the stand for the portable air con. The first one he did wasn’t right the front needs to be a tad higher than the back in order for it to drain correctly.

I think I will be having an early night.

Steps:9,207 = 4.6k’s or 2.9miles

Had a decent enough sleep, woke a couple of times but all in all managed around 8hrs of sleep. This morning it is cool and 18c or 64f we are looking at a top temp of only 23c or 73.4f

My BGL was 6.5 this morning. I have a doctor’s appointment at 11.20 this morning.

Sue took me to my doctor’s appointment; it was a waste of time, as I was right and I couldn’t get my care plan done yet not till next month.

It has rained on and off all day.

Tim home at 3pm.

Steps: 7,062 = 4.6k’s or 2.1miles

Had a good night got 9hrs and 37 mins of sleep, it is 20c or 68f and we are expecting a top temp of 25c or 77f, my BGL was 6.3

Tim has work but will be home for a couple of hours instead of sitting around in a hot bus waiting.

Had my physio appointment, it went well and it turned out to be my last appointment as the physio was very pleased with my progress. She also said it was a pleasure to see one who has some common sense.

It has been a hot day got up to 27c of 80.6f.

Steps: 7,336 = 3.7k’s or 2.2 miles

Had a good night’s sleep got around 9hrs again, my BGL was a bit high this morning at 7.5. The temp this morning is 21c or 69.8f we are looking at a top temp of 26 but we will see.

The day is warm with some rain but not much, thankfully the clothes Tim hung outside to dry did dry.

I had a moment of confusion just not with it, thankfully it didn’t last long.

Tim has at last got the stand for the portable A/C the way he wants it and he is happy, now he is going to work on the one for Sue.

Around 6pm I suggested we turn the A/C off, but no Tim said he was hurt, although when he went to have a shower, I turned the fans off.

Steps:5,523 = 2.7k’s or 1.6miles

Slept well although I had to get up 4 times to pee, so frustrating but at least my feet are not swollen. I managed 6hrs and 38mins of sleep. My BGL was 6.6 the temp at 5.30an was 21c or 69.8f.

Tim left for work at 9am he should be home around 3pm

The temp at midday is 27c or 80.6f, so I turned the air con on in the kitchen.

The order with the exhaust hose extension arrived, earlier than expected. When Tim went to attach it, he found it to be a tad small but with some thick black tape he attached it and made it work.

By 4pm I was having difficulty with my concentration and by 5pm I was having issues with trying to stay awake and functioning.

Steps: 9,099=4.6k’s or 2.8miles

I had a good night sleep with 9hrs and 11mins, I was up at 4.50am. my BGL was 6.4 and the temp was a nice 21c or 69.8f.

I spent an hour trying to get this damn computer to work, it wasn’t the computer it was the internet for some reason it took my that long to think turn the damn modem off and on again. After doing that the problem was fixed.

Tim had a dentist appointment cost him $350 I can’t remember what work he had done but he says he needs another filling and 2 extractions all up for that work will be around $900.

He is working this afternoon

When Tim got home, he wasn’t in a good mood, and it got worse by the time I went to bed he was saying that Tasha should be coming and helping me not him.  Just as I got into bed, he said something about being done with the girls they don’t love or respect him and next time he sees someone here he will just get in the car and leave, I didn’t catch what name he said though.   I asked if he wanted to talk about it he snapped no and walk out of the room.

Steps: 4,774

Not the best night, woke up feeling sad and with zero motivation, but I have so far unpacked the dishwasher cleaned up the birdseed from near the front door and cleaned the kitchen.

My BGL was 6.4 at 5.30am the temp was 20c or 68f.

I have now vacuumed and feed the birds, cleaned up more birdseed mess, put a load of washing on read some blogs, listen to 2 chapters of my book.

Tim has arranged the drink and Wi-Fi on the cruise cost us $1,100 extra.

Blain came and tossed the rat bat up into the ceiling.

Tasha came down to let us know that her and Jess have decided to get a skip bin Tim said he would chip in.

Steps:5,611 = 2.8k’s or 1.7mile

Cornea Transplant

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Ok this week we are looking at cornea transplant the cornea is the transparent outer layer of the eye that covers the iris and pupil. If someone’s cornea becomes damaged or diseased they will not be able to see correctly, a cornea transplant can be performed to fix the problem.

There are many things that can cause damage to the cornea such as bacteria or viruses, a chemical injury, a cut or scratch or just aging.

This operation is very difficult, surgeons work using a special operating microscope to magnify the eye 30 to                     60 times what it is.

The damaged cornea is cut with a circular blade with a hole in the centre, kinda like punching out a circle of pastry with a pastry cutter, after this is done the damaged cornea is removed.

Then the surgeon cuts a disc from a healthy donated cornea and places it carefully in the hole, with this new disc being held in place by stitching it to the edges of the cornea.

This new cornea will allow the person to see clearly again in a couple of months; however, the stitches need to be in place for a year.

After the operation the patient only needs to stay in hospital for a short while, but they must take great care, they will need special drops to help the eye heal and be kept clean. Only gentle movements are allowed for a few days to give the new cornea time to settle into place. After a few weeks things should return to normal.

After donated corneas are removed they can be stored in an eye bank for up to a month they are kept at between 2 & 6 degrees centigrade in a special solution containing chemicals and drugs. Which keep them healthy till needed, now days there are artificial corneas which are a synthetic implant that can be used if there is no natural one available or if there has been failures when transplanting in the past.

The first cornea transplant was in 1906, since then the advances in medicine have made it one of the most successful transplant operations. The cornea has no blood vessels and therefore the white blood cells of the immune system cannot reach it and the body is very unlikely to reject the new tissue.

Week 46 of 2025

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A good night’s sleep managed to get 8hrs & 56mins it is 17C this morning at 6.30am and my BGL was 7.1, it isn’t supposed to be as hot today.

By midday it was 25C so non need for the air con or fan just had the doors open. My BGL was 7.5 at midday before lunch.

I had to shut the front door at 2pm as the wind is now cold. At 4.30 my BGL wad 5.9.

It is now 7pm the temp is 16C and I am calling it a day; Tim is asleep on the lounge behind me.

Steps: 9,200 = 4.6klmns or 2.8miles

I slept for 10hrs, didn’t wake at all and I feel great this morning. My BGL at 5.30 was 6.5 and the temp was 14C or 57F

I spent 2.5hrs working on next year’s calendars but they are now done and ordered.

It hasn’t been that warm today top temp was 24C or 75F which is ok.

I have spent most of the day going around on autopilot especially this afternoon, but I did get stuff done other than the calendars I mopped the bathroom, laundry and kitchen floors. I vacuumed twice and swept the ramp out the front.

I also answered one letter still have a number to do.

Steps: 8,743 = 4.4klms or 2.7 miles

I slept for 9hrs & 20 Mins, didn’t wake at all and I am feeling good this crisp spring morning with a temp of 13C or 55.4F. I have physio this arvo which part of me doesn’t feel like attending but of course I will go.

I have been busy this morning with housework and exercising and reading and posting blogs, doing the laundry and running the dishwasher on a long wash to clean the machine as well as cleaning the dishes.

Tim finally went to the doctors to get his scrips and complain about his aching body; he now has to have more Xrays and CT scans done next Tuesday the 18th

By midday it is 25C or 77F, Sue and I went to my physio appointment, the new woman we saw was nice, she was young. I have been given new exercises to do, and I go back in January.

By the time we got back from the physio appointment it was 2.30 and 27C or 80.6F and my left arm is so sore.

Steps: 8,414 = 4.2klms or 2.6 miles              

I had another good night slept for 7hrs with waking only once to pee, my left arm is very sore this morning. It is only 12C or 53.6F this morning and thankfully it is not supposed to be hot with a top temp expected to be only 21C or 69F.

Sue took me to have the cortisone injection, it went well, we then went to pick up some photos I had printed. Then we went and got KFC for lunch.

Around 2pm I started to get a headache and remembered that I always get on when I have that injection.

By 5pm the headache was bad, and I was starting to feel sick, my BGL was 14.9 but that due to the injection, it should go down some overnight.

It is 6pm and I’m off to bed as I feel horrible.

Steps:9,832 = 4.9klms or 3 miles

I slept great had 10hrs ad 52 mins of sleep woke once at 4.10am to pee, then again when the alarm went off.

At 6am it is 10C or 50F, it is supposed to reach a top of 30C or 86F. My BGL is 9.4 due to cortisone.

I went shopping with Sue and all went well I was starting to feel exhausted by the time I got home.

I have decided to not walk on the cobblestones in the visitors parking area as it always makes me feel unstable.

At 1.30pm my BGL is 10.4 it is also 28C or 82.4F. I turned the air con on as the heat wasn’t helping my headache.

At 7pm my BGL had dropped to 7.9 which is normal.

Tonight is Sam’s formal; I hope to get a photo of her and Bailey.

Steps: 13,813 = 7klm’s or 4.3 miles

Had a good night sleep managed to get 7hrs & 20 mins, my BGL was 7.1 when I got up and the temp was around 10C or 50F, I was up at 4.30 due to the pain in my left side.

I had a nice shower after Tim left so after I get the tattoo I will not have to worry about a shower for another couple of days.

At 8am the temp was 19C or 66F

Sue picked me and Jess up at 9am and drove us to Hamilton but as we were early, we went and had a milkshake, and Jess had a bacon and egg wrap. The tattoo took I think 1hr and 50 minutes, but I may be wrong about that, I slept for a good part of it. I am happy with how it looks.

I also had the name Sam added to my right hand near the name Leo.

Steps: 4,263 = 2klm’s or 1 mile

Good morning world, I was up at 5am as per usual, cleaned the kitchen, swept outside, vacuumed out, tossed on a load of washing, mediated and now it’s about time to check my emails.

My BGL at 6am was 6.8 and I slept for 7hr & 54 mins last night.

It doesn’t feel like I have done much today, I did hang the washing out to dry and I vacuumed again. I then spent well over an hour sorting through my mail and starting one letter which I just must print.

Steps: 11,582 = 5.9klm’s or 3.6 miles

Week 45 of 2025

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I woke at 6am up washed and dressed it is supposed to   be another warm day, I slept well got 7hrs 16mins of sleep. The temp this morning is 18C or 64F.

Tim and I went shopping and by the time we were done I was so exhausted, it showed so Tim told me to not walk so fast and to take it easy.

Today’s top temp was 25C or 77F and I have felt sticky most of the day.

By 7.30pm it’s 20C and I am so exhausted I am going to bed.

Steps:12, 710 = 6klm’s or 3.8 miles

BGL: 6.5

Up at 5am as per usual and waiting for Tim to leave for work till I have a shower, speaking of Tim he looks exhausted I asked how he slept only got a mumble reply, he said something about heat stroke but that’s not what’s wrong with him but what do I know. We are in for another very warm to hot day. At the moment it is 18C or 64F.

Sue’s Dr’s appointment was stressful as the doctor she saw went on about her weight, smoking and did she need her anxiety medication. Sue has her regular GP and only saw this woman because her GP was booked out. Her toe is healing well.

By midday the temp here is 28C or 82F and I had to turn the air con on.

BGL:6.0

Steps: 16,600 =n 8.5klm’s or 8 miles

It is 1.30am and I have had no sleep due to dyskinesia, and I am so tired but every time I lay down the jerking movements will not let me settle, I have been up and down for hours, and I am so frustrated.

At 3.15am I decided to come and sit in my recliner should had done that earlier as I fell asleep quick there.

I was still up at 5.45am dressed and reading blogs while I wait for the groceries to be delivered after that I will go back to bed for a little while. I had around 2hrs sleep.

I had a 1.5hr nap at 9am.

It has been a warm day.

BGL 6.0

Steps 7,307 = 3.6klm’s or 2 miles

I slept really well, got 9hrs & 54mins, didn’t wake at all. Sue took me to the doctors then we went to Woolies before coming home.

I have been referred to have a cortisone injection in my right hip area, as I do have bursitis.

It is a nice 22C today, well it was till around 1pm when it went up 25C or 77F.

I am feeling sad this afternoon, I don’t know why I just do.

Steps: 8,882 = 4.5klm’s or 2.8miles

BGL:6.1

I slept well had a good 8hrs sleep didn’t wake at all. It is 13C or 55.4F here this morning it is supposed to be 25C today.

I have had a busy morning, vacuumed twice, swept the kitchen floor, unpacked the dishwasher, did a load of laundry hung it up and took the clothes hoists outside to dry. Emptied a couple of bins and Sam took the bags outside to the black bin. Cleaned the skirting boards in the hallway. Checked emails and read some blogs.

Yes, Sam came over for food she made herself a toasted ham & cheese sandwich.

It has been a warm day with a top temp of 25C or 77F.

It has felt like a long day.

BGL @ 5.30am 6.1

Steps: 13,868 = 7klm’s or 4.2 miles

I didn’t have a good night I was unable to settle and at 12.40am I got up and checked emails, then I sat in my recliner and went to sleep, I only stayed there 50 minutes then I went back to bed and fell asleep pretty fast.

I got up at 5.30 after Tim left and had a shower, after getting dressed I came out opened the house up, tidy the kitchen and vacuumed out. Yes, I am still tired and yes, I could have stayed in bed longer, but this is my best part of the day, and I can have a nap later.

Last night when I was unable to sleep, I emailed the Xray place about an appointment and they rang at 9.30 to let me know that they have one next Wednesday at 10.20am.

I went and had a nap at 11am, I slept till 12.20 and didn’t move at all during that time.

The temp at 5.30 is 15C or 59F

The temp at 12.30 is 25C or 77F

The temp at 4pm is 29C of 84F

BGL @ 6.30 is 7.0

BGL @ 9.30 is 7.7

BGL @ 4pm is 8.1

Steps: 7,851 = 4klm’s or 2.5 miles

I slept well I was in bed by 6.40pm as I was so tired and slept through till 4.40am when I got up to pee. When the alarm went, I laid there for 20 minutes before getting up. No milkshake this morning as I took the blender apart and put it in the dishwasher which hasn’t been on yet. I might just have a glass of Milo instead.

Tim and I went shopping and it took a lot out of me and Tim started to fill unwell, so cut it short and came home.

It has been a sticky day, and I had to turn the air con on around midday, the wind is a hot one.

I am feeling exhausted and will be in bed early again.

The temp at 6am is 20C

The temp at midday is 27C or 80.6F

The temp at 2pm is 33C or 94.4F

BGL: @ 6am 6.1

BGL: @ 12pm 7.5

BGL: @ 5pm 7.0

Steps: 9,866 = 5klms or 3 miles