Hi all! I'm back!
Our trip started out on Friday with us arriving at the airport to find out our flight had been cancelled! But if you're like me and like to arrive at the airport IN PLENTY OF TIME, don't let anyone tell you you're wrong. We were actually able to get on an EARLIER flight but only if we RAN through the terminal. I think that counts as exercise!!
The rest of the trip was just great. We took Rich's parents out for their 50th and it was quite a celebration.

But know what? I didn't overdo it ... much. Actually, the only time I got off program during the trip was at the airport and while travelling in the car! Man, you'd think it would be the time I could control it most! But ah well....
One thing though... Remember I told you Rich's mom found out last year she had diabetes? Well, Rich's older brother was diagnosed a few months ago as well. So they tested Rich while we were there too. His morning blood sugar was supposed to be something like 100 or something (??) but his was like 410!!!!

Then again, he'd been eating junk for a while.... He stopped on the sweets immediately (why can't I do that!?!?

) and the next morning it was around 300 and Monday it was 200. Anyway, he's going to make an appt. with the dr. but it looks like he'll be able to control it with diet and exercise, etc. And now, I have a walking buddy!!!

Anyway, his mom gave him her old blood sugar tester and some test strips to monitor it for the next week or two. We'll see.
One thing they did recommend was the low carb diet. Conclusion - Jello's going to try low carb again!

Last time I went really gung-ho and cut out carbs almost completely, etc. This time, I'm going to try to just cut down and increase the exercise, etc. Another thing is that Rich's brother as well as his mom have both lost 50-60 lbs. and now Rich wants to lose some too before the next trip. He's not really overweight but could stand to drop 20 or so ... which he can probably do in a month or so! Men!
Annnnnyway, glad to be back!
Brighter, so kitty's got a complex now, eh? She? He? It's tough to tell at that age. Betcha' he's just as happy as long as he gets love and attention.
Faye, I opened this thread and the first thing I saw was a photo of our Faye crying!!!

I got worried there girlie but so glad it's good news. Congratulations!!!!
Cafe and Semo, can I start fresh too!?!?! I need it. The trip wasn't bad as I said but I was left on my own too long yesterday. Don't ask.
BTW Semo, I'm so sorry to read about your break-in. I had that happen years ago to and remember the feeling of violation more than anything else. In my case, it turned out to be a bunch of kids (some as young as 11!!!) breaking into houses and stealing booze and any money they could find. I remember feeling like everything in my house was dirty. Anyway, thank goodness you didn't walk in on them!!
Cafe, Aunt Flo!?!? Who's she?

Sorry. I remember what it's like. Feel better.
Quilter, I thought of you when I passed a local church that's hosting a quilt show this week!
DNW, thinking of you girlie! Hope to hear from you soon. {{Carol}}
I have to run. First day back and all that. It piles up, doesn't it?
Edited to note that I didn't mention the european chocolates that the boss brought back from France, did I? Sigh.