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I have felt much better the last two days. It was getting the best of me. As hard as I try to not let it, sometimes it does. I may have to get my wrist checked out though. It has been sore and swollen on the top for a few months. I hate to go in and have them tell me it's fine and just send me to PT I cannot afford. I have been using my MaxFreez, ice, and stretching. If I aggravate it bad enough it will give me sharp stabbing pains even at rest. It is doing that today after some light dirt work. Any thoughts?
It has been a good relaxing weekend so far. We had a nice dinner with friends last night. They hosted this time so that was even nicer. My sister invited us to a BBQ tomorrow as well. It will be good to see her again.
Today the DW and I went to Duluth to look at some older used trucks. I drive my vehicle very few miles so gas is not a big deal. I could use one so I don't drive the Jeep all the time. It is alright to drive everyday, but I would prefer not to have to. The prices they ask are usually nuts. The rust takes a toll on them here and many think it doesn't lower the value at all. You have to be a patient and smart shopper.
I hope you all enjoy the day tomorrow. Take care everyone.
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It was finally a good day to fir up the Weber. I put on some cheap Montreal seasoned Beef cuts that turned out amazing. Afterwards we took a short walk with the Hounds. It was day 2 of getting the male to leave the property. He freezes up and we have to drag him away from the house, but then he is fine and trots along.
I have been having a rough time in the evening. If I sit for more than ten minutes my hips, knees, and feet almost lock up. I feel ridiculous getting up for what it must look like. With the weather improved I usually improve but not this time. Doing too much I presume, but it's hard to sit still when the sun is bright.
I wish I had time to reply to everyone. I hope those of you sleep deprived get your needed rest and that those of you who are stressed find relief. Take care everyone.
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Monday I had to travel with a co-worker to Tomahawk WI. It was a pretty painless trip and despite his New Camaro, the nice WI roads kept it from wrecking me. It was also 80 and sunny there. We left and returned to mid 40s here at home. We came back Tuesday just after noon.
I woke tis morning to our long day and it wasn't bad at all. I was tired this am, but the day went pretty good.
The sun hasn't been out here since Sunday. We received about 2.5 inches of rain since, and we finally got a peek of it just before sunset.
I should be back to normal schedule wise tomorrow. Take care everyone.
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As you did Mimi, I can feel it in my bones. I woke miserable this morning, like I had a worked my body hard for several hours. It's crazy how greatly it effects me some days. I know it's going to be strong storm.
I have to leave town with a fellow employee to another mill 5 hours away for business. It should be an easy day and he is driving us. I'm hoping his new Camaro rides decent for me. I don't want to look like a baby.
I wanted to make sure I got out and moved today so my oldest son and I took a walk along the Lake trails. The wind, fierce as it is, made some beautiful waves. We kept it fairly short but it was nice to have some 1 on 1 time with him. At 12 he is changing so fast. I want to keep up.
Our Jeep club hosted trail rides went very well yesterday. We had a great time. My brother rode with me and our boys making it a fun guy's day out. He drove us back giving me a break from the somewhat boring 60 mile trip each way to the park.
I hope you all have a good night, take care everyone.
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Work was good. My boss took a few days off. It's funny how nobody misses his presence when he is absent. I worked most of the day helping a very good operator get his machine working properly with nobody else to deal with. It made the day go quickly. I also spoke with one of the management and I may be off the hook for those 4am starts on Wednesday. That would be very welcome. I have had a lot of not so good days, lately. Things are looking better today.
I get to hit the trails again Saturday. There are 23 rigs expected and over 40 people. Plenty for our little club to handle. It should be a lot of fun if the weather isn't too bad. We have rain in the forecast for the next 5 days. Rain or shine we will be there.
My in-laws are coming up from Jasper Texas the first two weeks in July. I was able to take time off as they will be staying at our little house. We love having them, as we all have a good time together.
I hope you all have a good evening, take care everyone.
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After dinner we still took our walk, just shortened it up to about a mile. I didn't have it in me to go further. It was however, the nicest day here yet this year. Sunny and 75. Tomorrow drops back down to 57 or so but still not bad.
Gas here jumped from 3.84 to 4.20 just today. I am lucky to work close to home, but it still hits the wallet. The DW wife will be commuting about 300 miles a week for school. I think I may have to start riding my bikes to protest.
Debbie, thank you for the kindness. Work is not terrible, it just isn't managed well and I have some bad days. They don't treat me too bad most of the time. I am learning that even if I am not working very fast some times, if I manage my time well I get plenty done to keep everyone happy.
Mary, I hope you get the numbness figured out. Paco is the nickname of a coworker, funny. He never escapes though, he's always there, year after year.
Mimi, I hope the weather is good for the game.
Take care gang, sleep well.
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The work meeting was held appropriately. I was surprised. The topics were what I expected and surprisingly everyone kept there composure. Morale held up well and we got on with the day. Later on they threw me into the fire as they said they. would. I am now fully responsible as the millwright in the department I used to be a lead operator in. It's a great step forward, just a little on the bi side. It will work out eventually.
I have been struggling again lately. In such a was as I am in quite a bit of pain, yet it's not bad enough for me to call in to work. It's just bad enough to make me miserable all day. I just keep telling my self to press on as long as I can and try to smile while doing so. Stay positive, take it day by day.
For at least the next 2 and a half years I need to keep my job, or work my way into salary. My wife will not be working anymore and in school full time. On a positive note, after she completes her radtec program I may have other options. I like to work and make a good wage but I feel like my body won't let me do it for too many more years. Just 5 years ago I could work 60 hr weeks, now 40 is a bear.
Linda and Bette, thanks for the thoughts.
Linda, it seems no matter what appliances you buy now, they are just not made to last. We bought a Maytag dishwasher that made it about 5 years. I have had good luck with basic Kenmore manual control washer and dryer that lasted over 15 years. Kenmore or Whirlpool seam to be decent. Also, most names, even good ones, don't make everything well. They seem to make one thing well. I think the GE dishwasher should be a good one. My sister had a stainless one she love it.
Mimi, I hope your DD is out of the woods with that nut. It's very unfortunate that the system is the way it is there.
Take care everyone.
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We have a meeting with our supervisor tomorrow. I have a feeling he has been spoken to about his poor performance and it is about to roll down hill. I am not worried as I say little and do as I am told. I only speak if something asked is beyond my ability or unsafe. For other reasons I expect a heated discussion and the morale taking a big dip. Not good for the work environment. I am hoping for the best though.
Long drives are difficult for me as well. I try to have a co-pilot if the DW doesn't come with. At least then you can take a break form the driving. It seems that no matter how comfortable the car is it is tough on the body. I'm glad you found some thing that helped you Bette K.
Mimi, 80s sound very nice! I am sure we will get ours in a couple more months.
I hope you all have a good night. Take care everyone.
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I posted in Saturday's this morning because of the banner throwing me off, anyhow, I hope you all had a wonderful day!
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