Ara Ara, Robzilla!

  Today is the big day for people to dress up as the slutty version of something. Well, that's what I remember most about some of the Halloween parties I attended as an adult up until just before the pandemic. Yours truly once dressed up as preggo Kim Kardashian, and I also wore OTK (Over The Knee) heeled boots to complete the outfit. I got hit on, which to this day is still hysterical. Those were fun times, but sadly it wouldn't be smart to continue attending social gatherings like that ever again. I have to mask up indoors and in close outdoor gatherings if I value my health. It's not because I'm more likely to catch COVID-19, but that I'm more likely to suffer serious complications from it. That's my new reality. Even though that lifestyle change sounds like a bummer, I'm still happy to celebrate Halloween. You see that Kit Kat above? The plan is to have half of that broken up into small pieces and use it as a topping on cottage cheese. That will be my &q

  HOW I’M FEELING PHYSICALLY My body has adapted well to the increase in physical activity. If only my sinuses would allow me to get a consistent full night’s rest, I’d feel almost perfect. HOW I’M FEELING MENTALLY I’m in a good place as long as I’m not thinking about my favorite NFL team, useless politicians, or an endless war that I’m too old to fight. THE BLOOD GLUCOSE METER SAYS… Fasting (average): 92 mg/dl 2 hours after a meal (average): 116 mg/dl Only a point higher than last week’s average, and none of my tests were outside of the normal range.  THE BATHROOM SCALE SAYS… The past two weeks: -5.6 lbs  Cumulative: -15.4 lbs. I’m currently replacing fat with muscle so losing anything is a win. FYI, last week’s reading was discarded. It’s highly unlikely I lost 14 pounds last week and regained 9 of them. THE SATURDAY (AND SUNDAY) NIGHT SIN MEAL Thin crust margherita pizza. Spo should recognize this one sold at Uncle Albertson's. Believe it or not, half of that pie and a cranb

 ... Went On A Shopping Spree Once upon a time, back when I used to be a corporate wage slave, I was well known for my retail therapy. Some would say I was notorious, and at least one person thought I was scandalous. Times have changed since I retired a year ago. My spending is now on the frugal side. I had a meeting with my financial advisor yesterday, and I'm still on FIRE (Financially Independent, Retire Early). The key to remain that way is to spend 4% or less of your assets annually. These last six months I was only at 2.6%, which thrilled both of us. In plain English, I can remain retired for the foreseeable future and not only because I wish to be. Does this mean it's okay to increase my spending? Not really. I know as long as I continue to live frugally I'm insulated from what ails ordinary Americans and I'd like to keep it that way. Like my improving health, I like the idea of having one less major worry in my life so it's motivation to continue exhibiting

Meet Travis Dermott. He once played defense for the Toronto Maple Leafs and currently toils for the Arizona Coyotes.  Oh, the 'Yotes still exist? Barely. They're playing in a 5,000 seat college arena, but who knows what will happen to the franchise once summer rolls around. Anyway... Travis got into what people would call "good trouble" the other night. In defiance of the National Hockey League's recent Pride Tape ban, Travis wrapped the shaft of his hockey stick in support of the LGBTQ+ community.  What did the NHL do about Travis's act of defiance? They "unbanned" Pride Tape, and Travis went unpunished. Way to go, Travis!

NOTE: The Las Vegas Raiders have a road game against the Chicago Bears at 10 am my local time on Sunday. I also have to do domestic duties around the house before kickoff, so I’m posting this on Saturday afternoon before I watch parts of two Super Taikyu races streamed from Okayama. — Robzilla HOW I’M FEELING MENTALLY I'm on pins and needles after playing with my poop. For real. I mailed a colon cancer stool sample on Wednesday morning, which thankfully does not require sending a poop in a box. If I’m not contacted by the clinic during the next couple of business days, I’m assuming I’m clear for the year. HOW I’M FEELING PHYSICALLY Last weekend, it was my turn to get cellulitis thanks to a bug bite. Or it was possibly my body having an adverse reaction to putting Neosporin on it.  To be safe, I was prescribed antibiotics and creams to use as directed. Other than one of my legs looked like Mikhail Gorbachev’s port wine stain for most of the week, I’m fine. THE BLOOD GLUCOSE METER SA

Wait. What's this? I have a Fitbit Charge 6? I do now. I bought one on Monday morning and I love it.  In summary, it's the same as the Fitbit Charge 5 but with better heart rate monitoring and the ability to control apps with a swipe or two such as Google Maps and YouTube Music. I'm thrilled I can use the same wrist straps on this newer model, so I thought I'd share what's in my growing collection. First, here's the medical ID sleeves I wear on the strap. These are made in various colors, and I chose red and hot pink for the same reason. Whether it's someone with a good eye or a flaming homophobe, I don't want first responders and bystanders to miss this vital information if I ever have a medical emergency. I've owned the black and cherry cola sports straps since I bought the Fitbit Charge 5 two years ago, and they're still going strong. The "Golden Sunrise" one on the right is brand new but it doesn't quite look like that off camer

 

  NOTE: Due to my hidden disability, I’m changing things up on this weekly post to reflect that. It's my way to hold myself accountable for what I need to do going forward. I'll be busy on Sunday morning, so I’m posting this before Saturday night's Super GT race broadcast. — Robzilla. HOW I’M FEELING Confident. After two weeks on this journey, I’m getting the results I want.  THE FITBIT ARIA SAYS… I lost 4.8 pounds this week, and my cumulative weight loss is 9.8 pounds. Yay! THE SATURDAY NIGHT SIN MEAL A New York strip steak brushed with A1 steak sauce, and seasoned French fries with ketchup. I earned this feast. THE WEEKLY RETAIL THERAPY REPORT This showed up on my front porch this morning. In case you can’t read the title, it’s Akiba Maid War on Blu-Ray. I also bought silicone medical alert tags for my Fitbit Charge 5 and my watch that’s gathering dust. I'm too cultured to wear a chain mail bracelet for first responders. WHO DESERVES TO BE SLAPPED, OR ALTERNATELY… *P

 

Hi everyone. I know y'all have some questions as to what's going on with me. I'll give you some deets that you likely missed at that other place so you can get caught up while I make myself at home here on Blogger. WHY DID YOU SHUT DOWN THE OTHER BLOG? No one was visiting it. At the time I thought it had run its course and I wanted a short break from writing.  WHY DIDN'T YOU START A NEW ONE OVER THERE? I learned the hard way that other place won't let you restore your blog once it's deleted. After considering starting a new one, I decided Blogger is more appropriate for my writing. THIS PLACE LOOKS FAMILIAR... It does! I'm thrilled that my favorite blog theme from a decade ago is still available. I also love how much easier it is to modify it to suit my needs and tastes. That was my biggest beef about Blogger when I left a decade ago. WHAT DID YOU MISS THIS PAST WEEK OR SO? I never mentioned what ailments my lab tests uncovered two weeks ago. I'm a Type