Tired & Troubled Tuesday

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 07 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h late this morning. High 24°C. Humidex 25°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 after midnight. Low 16°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* My biggest wish is coming true right now.

* I am experiencing a deeper sense of awareness.

* I accept what comes my way with grace.

* I stand strong like a mountain.

* I focus on myself and my healing.

* I choose emotional stability.

* I am guided exactly where I am meant to be.

* There is always something I can appreciate in each day.

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

number

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Muggy Monday

Monday, October 21, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
5 hr 45 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly sunny. Wind south south-west 30 km/h gusting to 40 km/h. High 23°C. Humidex 26°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Low 12°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I embrace joy in my heart.

* I am entering a season of miracles.

* I am confident about what I have to offer.

* I have the strength to face the unknown.

* I am thankful for my unique purpose.

* I keep my heart open and balanced.

* I feel the calm of equanimity this in moment. 

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Today's Exercise 

2:00 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
30 minutes / 1890 steps / 1.3

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Today's Total Steps: 

5122

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Sofa Sunday

Sunday, October 20, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 9 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 near noon. High 22°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Becoming partly cloudy this evening. Wind southwest 20 km/h becoming light this evening. Low 14°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

I watched Hallmark Christmas movies off and all day, while I switching between chores and relaxing. 

• Noel Next Door
• In Merry Measure
• Christmas Next Door
• Miracle in Bethlehem, PA

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am getting great ideas in my mind.

* I surrender my worries to the universe.

* I am channeling the divine energy of the universe.

* I am being guided in the direction of the things that I desire.

* I live my life in harmony with the flow of life.

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Today's Exercise 

3:59 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
24 minutes / 1837 steps / 1.25 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

number

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Solitary Saturday

Saturday, October 19, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 59 min

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Today's Forecast

FROST ADVISORY

Frost may damage frost-sensitive fruit trees and vegetable plants.

Temperatures inland from the Great Lakes have dropped to near the freezing mark this morning.

Cover up plants, especially those in frost-prone areas. Take preventative measures to protect frost-sensitive plants and trees.

Today: Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 20°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Fog patches developing after midnight. Low 8°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

I watched Hallmark Christmas movies all day, while I switched between doing chores and projects, and relaxing. 

• The Christmas Promise
• Yes, Chef! Christmas
• Christmas Bells Are Ringing
• Our Christmas Mural
• Holiday Road
• 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

This is one of the projects I worked on today... 

>  https://youtu.be/NL4k_4MN9PE?si=JUamy4uZw3u-pqT3

I bought this leather recliner for Dennis 7 years ago when he finally retired at the age of 69. It was a really good quality one from Critelli's Fine Furniture downtown. It was a splurge, but I got it on sale because they were discontinuing this particular model. 

It looked good for the first 5 years. And then when Dennis got sick back in early 2023 he started spending a lot more time in his chair. Of course this year, 2024, he spent even more time in his chair, particularly when he went on home oxygen 24/7.

Dennis almost always wore blue jeans and because he couldn't do much in the way of exercise he would sit in his chair and do leg exercises, like ankle circles or whatever. Denim material on leather is like sandpaper on wood. It just wears it out completely.

It got so bad that earlier this year I bought a fur throw to cover the seat cushion so it didn't look so ugly. 

I decided I would try and restore the colour on the leather. I figured if it works it's a lot cheaper than buying a new chair and probably would look better than putting a cloth cover over it. 

BEFORE PICS

AFTER PICS

I am pleasantly surprised. I cleaned it and put on two coats just to make it a little more even because I thought it was a wee bit streaky after only one coat. Then I applied the final product which is the protector. Leather cream. Apparently it protects the leather from moisture and staining. And it helps to bring out the sheen of the leather. 

It was so satisfying covering up all the cracks and worn out spots. Woohoo. 

Plus I noticed when I ordered it from Amazon I forgot to use the $10 coupon (duh) so I called customer service and they gave me a $10 credit. 😎 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I focus on cultivating a grateful heart.

* I feel really good about my success.

* I take back control of my emotional state.

* I have a deep understanding of my emotions.

* I make space for thoughts that encourage positivity.

* I invite lightness into my life.

* I say yes to opportunities that can help me reach my true potential.

* I am experiencing profound spiritual growth.

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

5536

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Farewell Friday

Friday, October 18, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 54 min

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Today's Forecast

FROST ADVISORY

Frost may damage frost-sensitive fruit trees and vegetable plants.

Temperatures inland from the Great Lakes have dropped to near the freezing mark this morning.

Cover up plants, especially those in frost-prone areas. Take preventative measures to protect frost-sensitive plants and trees.

Today: Mainly sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 18°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Fog patches developing after midnight. Low 2°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

1:30 pm - Kirkpatrick Monuments to pay balance of our headstone.

Later in the day I decided to leave the WhatsApp Family Chat. No one wants to hear about my woes and I don't like feeling ignored. I try to communicate on a deeper level and my family replies with one or two words, or just an emoji, if they reply at all. I feel like I'm not that important to my family and I'm still hurt that no one has phoned to speak with me since Dennis died 5 weeks ago, not even on Thanksgiving Day. I know Christmas will be the same. Being alone by choice hurts less than being ignored.  

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I trust my unique path.

* I am happy about what I have accomplished so far.

* I am enjoying this moment of pure bliss.

* I am determined to make the most out of my day.

* I am healing in so many ways.

* I love taking care of myself.

* I can always find a way to move forward.

* I always find the support I need.  

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Today's Exercise 

4:25 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
33 minutes / 2428 steps / 1.65 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

9143

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Tarrying Thursday

Thursday, October 17, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 22 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. High 16°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Low plus 4°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

11:00 am - appointment with lawyer to get a document called a Survivorship application. I need it to change our home insurance over to my name. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am ready to move on to the next chapter of my life.

* I choose to go inward.

* I am being loved the way I want to be loved.

* I allow more good things to flow into my life.

* I align myself with my desires.

* I love everything I attract into my life.

* I am grateful for the unconditional love I'm experiencing. 

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Today's Exercise 

12:35 pm - "Mowed Front Yard"
30 minutes / 2147 steps / 1.46 km

3:20 pm - "Mowed Back Yard"
30 minutes / 2008 steps / 1.36 km

4:11 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @park w/Tickles
16 minutes / 1070 steps / 0.66 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

12,007

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Wandering Wednesday

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 45 min

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Today's Forecast

FROST ADVISORY

Frost is expected to continue early this morning as temperatures fall to near zero degrees Celsius. Cover up plants, especially those in frost-prone areas. Take preventative measures to protect frost-sensitive plants and trees.

Today: Cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this morning. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 11°C. UV index 2 or low.

Tonight: Clearing late this evening. Low plus 3°C with risk of frost.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

I took the Lyrica last night for the first time. One pill, before bed, as prescribed. It was only 25 mg but I did sleep better and I had less numbness and tingling through the night.

When I got up this morning it still wasn't too bad. I got 7 hours and 45 minutes sleep, with a score of 83. That's the best I've had since this all started 6+ weeks ago. The symptoms worsened as the day went on but I still think that I'm a little better today than I was yesterday.

My doctor is starting me on the smallest dosage and I'm only taking it once a day to see how I react to it. He's going to call me in 2 weeks. If it's working great I can stay on this dosage or if it's only helping a little bit he will increase it for another 2 weeks. It won't cure the problem it's just to help you deal with the symptoms. 

I guess if it works for you you take one in the morning and one at night. Apparently with my particular condition (nerve root impingement) they can prescribe as high as 250 mg per day (for some conditions it's even higher), so 25 mg is a pretty small dose. But you have to be cautious because it can be very hard on your liver. 

I know you can't tell from only taking one pill but I'm hopeful that it will give me enough relief that I can get a decent night's sleep which in turn may help my body to heal faster. That's the plan anyway.

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am manifesting my highest good.

* I choose to remain calm and let my feelings pass in difficult situations.

* I allow my positive beliefs to override my fear.

* I enjoy a stress-free work environment.

* Everything is going right in my life.

* I trust that I am being guided every step of the way.

* I recognize my oneness with the universe.

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Today's Exercise 

11:16 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
30 minutes / 2588 steps / 1.51 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

6620

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Treatable? Tuesday

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 41 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 near noon. High 10°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Wind northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low plus 5°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

1:45 pm - appointment with Dr. Ogala. I had a two hour wait before my doctor came into the examination room. He prescribed Lyrica for nerve pain, is going to try and get me an appointment for an MRI (one year wait or longer), and is going to refer me to a spine clinic. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I embrace an attitude of acceptance.

* So many amazing possibilities are revealing themselves to me right now.

* I effortlessly release past hurts.

* I accept a new way of living life.

* My wounds are healing quickly.

* I feel secure and abundant.

* I am living a magical life.

* I trust that I am always moving forward.

* I embrace a higher level of understanding. 

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Today's Exercise 

12:08 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @park w/Tickles
14  minutes / 1005 steps / 0.64 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

7135

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Monotonous Monday

Monday, October 14, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 42 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Periods of rain ending this morning then mainly cloudy. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 10°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light near midnight. Low plus 4°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

It's Thanksgiving Day in Canada. I don't know how my siblings and their families are celebrating. No one called. Tickles and I will spend the day together, like we do every other day. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I surrender control.

* I can sense something wonderful is coming into my life.

* There are so many opportunities for me.

* I am creating more space for what is good for me.

* I am capable of letting go of the past.

* I have the energy to do the things I want to do.

* My life is shifting in a magical way.

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Today's Exercise 

12:56 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
16 minutes / 1268 steps / 0.78 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

5057

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Sprinkly Sunday

Sunday, October 13, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 1 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of rain. Wind becoming east 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. High 12°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: Periods of rain. Wind east 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light near midnight. Low 7°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I have the inner strength to keep moving forward.

* I confidently face the unknown.

* I have the courage to rise again.

* I can win against all odds.

* I have the opportunity to reframe my mindset.

* I go to sleep with a deep sense of accomplishment.

* I uncover hope once again.

* I can break the cycle of negative thinking.

* I am open to new beliefs. 

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Today's Exercise 

9:13 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
10 minutes / 571 steps / 0.35 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

4198

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Sorting Saturday

Saturday, October 12, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 2 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. High 16°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy w/ 60% chance of rain. Low 8°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Today I began decluttering my clothes closet. I moved my winter coats back down to the main floor and hung them in the coat closet by the front door. I packed up a couple of jackets and some clothes I know longer wear. I also grabbed the clean clothes from Dennis' laundry basket and put them in a box to donate. I'm not done with going through all my clothes. This may take a few days.

I'm still in a lot of pain and having problems walking and doing stairs. It's been six weeks!

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am in awe of how much joy and abundance is coming into my life.

* My decisions are rooted in wisdom.

* I believe in a better future.

* Everything comes to me at exactly the right time.

* I make each day count.

* Life is always worth living.

* I unlock my inner strength.

* It’s possible for me to live a joyful life.

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Today's Exercise 

2:34 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
22 minutes / 1670 steps / 1.1 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

6823

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Four Week Friday

Friday, October 11, 2024

Dennis has been gone for 4 weeks.
That's 28 days,
or 672 hours,
or 40,320 minutes,
or 2,419,200 seconds.

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 48 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. Wind becoming southwest 30 km/h gusting to 50 km/h late this morning. High 21°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. Wind southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 km/h, becoming north 20 km/h gusting to 40 km/h late this evening. Low 10°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

I decided to get back to decluttering. I did Day 7 of the 30-Day Organizing Bootcamp. 

Day Seven - Under the Kitchen Sink 

I took everything out of the cupboard. Washed the shelf and the sides. Then I put white sticky shelf liner down, organized all the cleaning supplies, got rid of a few items, and then put it all back again. 

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Afterwards, I noticed that there was a voice message on the landline phone that I had not listened to yet. Apparently the message was left at 10:00 a.m. yesterday morning. It was from Kirkpatrick monuments letting me know that the headstone has been engraved and installed at the cemetery. 

Oh my God. I had no idea. If I had listened to the message yesterday morning I would have definitely gone to see it yesterday and I know that John and Lise would have liked to have come with me to see it as well. 

I designed the front of this headstone and Dennis had hoped that he would live long enough to see it in person. I hope somehow he can. 🙏 

I called Wendy and asked her to come with me and Tickles. We went for a walk first and then we ended up at the headstone. It turned out beautiful. I know Dennis isn't actually buried there yet but it still was emotional to see our names on a stone in the cemetery.

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am becoming more attentive to my emotions.

* I am learning a lot from my emotions.

* I am free from all self-judgments.

* I observe everything with curiosity.

* I accept the opportunity to rediscover myself.

* I maintain unwavering faith in the beauty of life’s journey.

* I allow my breath to flow naturally.

* I am undergoing a process of healing and renewal.

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Today's Exercise 

12:05 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Wendy and Tickles
60 minutes / 1740 steps / 1.25 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

8529

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Transposing Thursday

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Transpose
  verb
  present participle: Transposing
1. to cause (two or more things) to change places with each other.
"the captions describing the two state flowers were accidentally transposed"
2. to transfer to a different place or context.
"the problems of civilization are transposed into a rustic setting"

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 37 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: A mix of sun and cloud. High 14°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. Clearing near midnight. Low 2°C with patchy frost.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

John and Lise came over today to help me put the patio furniture up on the shelf in the garage, and to move the summer stuff to the back and bring the winter stuff up to the front. 

Afterwards we went over to Cat's Caboose for a late lunch. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* The fire of hope is still alive in my heart.

* I experience countless small victories every day.

* I embrace the enduring power of hope.

* I embrace the unique adventures and lessons in each season of life.

* I feel a deep sense of gratitude within.

* I am experiencing a profound sense of connection with the universe.

* I open the door to transformation.

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Today's Exercise 

"Housework/Yardwork"
? minutes / ? steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

7647

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Wellness Wednesday

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 43 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly sunny. Increasing cloudiness this morning then 40 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Wind becoming west 30 km/h gusting to 50 this morning. High 16°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this evening. Wind northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low plus 3°C with risk of frost.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

8:00 am - appointment with dental hygienist to have my teeth cleaned. The last time I was 10 months ago, on December 14, 2023. 

Earlier this year I missed a dental appointment because it fell on the same day that Dennis had an immunotherapy treatment and I had to cancel it and somehow never rescheduled it. 

Today, the dental bill came to $192.85 but my portion of it only cost me $21.00. The new government dental plan for low incomers covered the rest. Thank goodness.

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I have the opportunity to fully relax.

* I am perfectly capable of pushing through adversity.

* My days are filled with love and happiness.

* I am grateful for the support and love in my life.

* I can seamlessly transition into a new phase of my life.

* I am in a tranquil state.

* I let go of the need to control everything.

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Today's Exercise 

9:52 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
22 minutes / 1948 steps / 1.27 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

8928

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Tossing Tuesday

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 17 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: A mix of sun and cloud with 30 percent chance of showers. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 16. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers early this evening. Low 8°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* Abundance keeps showing up in my life.

* I wake up feeling rejuvenated every day.

* I wake up with a smile on my face.

* I am happy with the trajectory of my life.

* I am on a path that aligns with my true self.

* I accept the opportunity to redefine my purpose. 

* I navigate the various seasons of life with quiet confidence.

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

5274

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Money Monday

Monday, October 7, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 20 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers this morning and early this afternoon. Wind northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 18°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

Tonight: A few clouds. Increasing cloudiness near midnight. Low 10°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm: meeting with financial planner at RBC.

I received a small life insurance policy and my advisor helped me figure out how to stretch it to last as long as I do. That will depend on how long my cancer stays at bay. I will no longer get Dennis's OAS and only 60% of his CPP. We needed every penny of those government pensions just to get by. I will have to tighten the budget quite a bit further. I hate to talk about money while I'm still grieving the loss of the love of my life but I have to be practical as well. Damn, I wish I wasn't in such physical pain while I'm dealing with all of this.

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am in awe of nature’s beauty.

* I invite healing and transformation into my life.

* I am getting back on my feet again.

* I invite clarity to join me on my journey.

* I am doing the things I have always wanted to do.

* I am thankful for the moments that make me feel so alive.

* My life is getting better every day! 

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Today's Exercise 

11:36 am - "Outdoor Walk" @Burgoyne Woods w/Tickles
25 minutes /1604  steps / 1.06 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

7380

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Slow & Steady Sunday

Sunday, October 6, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
8 hr 6 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Partly to mostly cloudy. High 25°C. Humidex 29°C. Wind south southwest 44 gusting to 69 km/h. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h after midnight. Low 11°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I embrace the process of change with all my heart.

* I make decisions based on love.

* I am becoming more adventurous.

* I can rediscover my sense of trust.

* I face each day with a sense of flexibility.

* I am moving in a positive direction.

* I am cultivating an inner calmness.

* I always choose to stay real. 

* I let powerful, positive intentions guide me throughout the day.

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Today's Exercise 

8:55 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
20 minutes / 1577 steps / 1.0 km

12:55 pm - "Yardwork" trimmed snowberry bushes
80 minutes / 2930 steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

8972

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Sunny Saturday

Saturday, October 5, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
5 hr 52 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. High 18°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Low 8°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I love how peaceful my life is.

* A feeling of wholeness is filling up my heart.

* I trust that life has bigger and better plans for me.

* I trust that good things will happen for me in this new season.

* I prioritize healing and moving on.

* I believe in the possibility of positive outcomes.

* I focus on trusting that everything will work out.

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

9091

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Faltering Friday

Friday, October 4, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
5 hr 50 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: A mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 20°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers early this evening. Clearing overnight. Low 10°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Dennis passed away 3 weeks ago today. :( 

I'm still in a lot of pain with sciatica, piriformis syndrome, plantar fasciitis, numbness and tinging. I'm not sleeping well and when I'm up and moving (or standing) every step hurts. I have been using a cane for the last three weeks. 

10:35 am - Service Ontario appointment @ Scott & Vine. 

(The third time was a charm!) 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I embrace every opportunity to practice mindfulness.

* I have the strength to work through my grief.

* I am receiving a lot of love in my life.

* I allow myself to go beyond my comfort zone.

* I open myself up to greater possibilities.

* Nobody can disturb my inner peace.

* I take responsibility for my mental wellness.

* I am confident in my strength.

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Today's Exercise 

2:50 pm - "Mowed Back Yard"
40 minutes / 1362 steps / 0.93 km

3:41 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @park w/Tickles
16  minutes / 1101 steps / 0.67 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

9091

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Thinking Thursday

Thursday, October 3, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 50 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h this morning. High 23°C. Humidex 26°C. UV index 5 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 12°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

I subscribe to an email from McMaster University called Optimal Aging. There's often some helpful advice or interesting information for seniors but today's started out with the following...

"Loneliness and social isolation, heart disease, and dementia affect millions of Canadians."

Sigh. I'm not sure if I like looking forward. 😕

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* My days are filled with meaning.

* I will keep going no matter what comes my way.

* My current situation is unfolding in my favor.

* I am attracting favorable results.

* I choose to remain patient as everything falls into place.

* Light is always present in my life.

* I feel joy in my heart.

* I allow myself to settle into a moment of stillness. 

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

5875

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Wobbly Wednesday

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 57 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Showers ending early this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 30 percent chance of showers or drizzle. Wind north 20 km/h becoming light late this morning. High 18°C. UV index 5 or moderate.

Tonight: Clear. Low 10°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

10:00 am -  Lawyer's office to pick up notarized copies of Dennis's will. 

10:30 am - Shopper's Drug Mart (spent $20.00 in points and got $40.00 worth of product). 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am good at taking things in my stride.

* I invite light, strength, and grace into my life.

* I give myself the chance to try again.

* I can thrive even in times of uncertainty.

* I am capable of learning the skills that I need in this new season of my life.

* The good news I’ve been waiting for has finally arrived.

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Today's Exercise 

7:56 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
23 minutes / 1624 steps / 1.1 km

6:32 pm - "In The Kitchen (Healthy Habits)"
19 minutes / 144 steps

6:55 pm - "Class 2: Chair Yoga with Abi Mills"
11 minutes / 66 steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

7274

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Therapeutic Tuesday

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
8 hr 15 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. High 24°C. Humidex 29°C. UV index 5 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Wind becoming north 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this evening. Low 13°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Mike came over and whipper-snipped the front and side yard. I spent the time cutting back the tall ornamental grass. It had spread really wide and some of it was laying down. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* My biggest dreams are becoming my reality.

* I am capable of turning obstacles into opportunities.

* I am experiencing a powerful mindset shift.

* I am excited about the new experiences that await me.

* I know I am being guided towards the answers I seek.

* I am curious about what will happen next.

* I can afford to take a break and relax.

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Today's Exercise 

12:35 pm - "Yardwork"
40 minutes / 1002 steps

7:50 pm - JA "On The Couch (Healthy Habits)"
14 minutes / 23 steps

8:10 pm - "Class 1: Chair Yoga with Abi Mills"
9 minutes / 11 steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

3547

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Orange Shirt Monday

Monday, September 30, 2024

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The day honours the children who never returned home and survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process. 

Orange Shirt Day is an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative day intended to raise awareness of the individual, family and community inter-generational impacts of residential schools, and to promote the concept of “Every Child Matters”. The orange shirt is a symbol of the stripping away of culture, freedom and self-esteem experienced by Indigenous children over generations.

On September 30, we encourage all Canadians to wear orange to honour the thousands of Survivors of residential schools.

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 43 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: A mix of sun and cloud. High 25. Humidex 30. UV index 5 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low 14°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

12:00 pm - Food Basics grocery pick-up.

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I celebrate my efforts.

* I allow myself to rest in the mystery.

* I am in a place of acceptance.

* I handle difficult moments with patience.

* I am capable of making rational decisions in stressful situations.

* I am slowly overcoming everything that scares me.

* Fantastic opportunities are opening up for me.

* I experience miracles all the time.

* I am feeling joyous and hopeful today.

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Today's Exercise 

8:54 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
22 minutes / 1719 steps / 1.08 km

2:26 pm - "Mowed Front Yard"
30 minutes / 1707 steps / 1.16 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

9216

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Showery Sunday

Sunday, September 29, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 42 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this morning and early this afternoon. High 23°C. Humidex 30°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. Low 15°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

I never completed the September 30-Day Declutter Challenge. I had just started when Dennis got so sick that I couldn't continue. So I'm going to start over again. 

Shoes & Coats - Day 1

Kitchen Counters - Day 2

Fridge - Day 3

Pantry - Day 4

Cleaning Supplies - Day 5

Closet - Day 6

Underwear & Socks - Day 7

Bags - Day 8

Dresser Drawers - Day 9

Bedside Table - Day 10

Medicine Cabinet - Day 11

Makeup and Face Creams - Day 12

Bathroom - Day 13

Jewelry & Hair Tools - Day 14

Towels, Blankets and Sheets - Day 15

Junk Drawer - Day 16

Food Storage Containers - Day 17

Kitchen - Day 18

Serving Dishes - Day 19

Kitchen Cabinets - Day 20

Office - Day 21

Craft Supplies - Day 22

Storage Areas - Day 23

Garage - Day 24

Car - Day 25

Paper - Day 26

Kid's Bedrooms - Day 27

Toys - Day 28 

Books and knickknacks - Day 29

 - Day 30

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am open to feeling everything.

* I trust myself to get through this.

* I love to share my gifts with others.

* I choose to move forward from a place of trust.

* I release all the stuck energy in my body.

* I choose to pause and breathe.

* I feel gratitude and ease in my heart.

* I reclaim all the things I love about my life.

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Today's Exercise 

9:15 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
24 minutes / 1444 steps / 1 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

5163

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Soggy Saturday

Saturday, September 28, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 1 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h this morning. High 22°C. Humidex 29°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light early this evening. Low 17°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I feel more alive than ever.

* I am so thankful for this massive breakthrough.

* My simple life brings me so much joy.

* I live each day in a relaxed way.

* I can work around my limitations.

* My current situation is a catalyst for positive change.

* I have the power to stop negative thoughts in their tracks.

* I embrace a new way of life. 

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

3156

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Frantic Friday

Friday, September 27, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 6 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. High 24°C. Humidex 29°C. UV index 6 or high.

Tonight: Mainly cloudy. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low 19°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

The amount of paperwork that needs to be done after your spouse dies is enormous. It's confusing and quite stressful. I've spent a LOT of time in line-ups at government offices to hand in documents, and waiting on-line and on the phone. 

2:35 pm - Service Ontario, Scott & Vine

ARGH!!!

Dealing with Service Ontario is always such a hassle. When it was finally my turn I handed over all the documents to change the car registration over, she told me that she can't accept my copy of the will ... she needs the original or a notarized copy.

Nobody else complained about the copy I had. When we had our wills done they gave us this copy to put in the safe and kept the originals on file at the lawyer's office.

The clerk at Service Ontario wouldn't said I have to go to the lawyer's office and either get a notarized copy or the original. I called the lawyer's office and of course they're going to charge me for it. I don't know how much they're going to charge but I was told it could be as much as $100 or more. What a rip off.

I'm kind of upset with the lawyer's office. If they were going to keep the original on file they should have given us and notarized copy in the first place.

Argh. They sure don't make it easy for a grieving person that just lost their spouse.  

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I make good decisions under pressure.

* I invite therapeutic experiences into my life.

* I always receive help when I need it.

* I work well with others.

* I accept where I am now.

* I am able to see things as they are.

* New options are opening up to me.

* My higher self guides me towards the right path in every situation.

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Today's Exercise 

"Name"
 minutes /  steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

5635

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Thyroid Thursday

Thursday, September 26, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 27 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Partly Cloudy. High 23°C. Humidex 26°C. UV index 5 or moderate.

Tonight: Mainly clear. Low 12°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

10:00 am - Service Ontario, Virgil

3:15 pm - Niagara Health Hospital, thyroid ultrasound

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I navigate each day with authenticity.

* I invite a sense of meaning into my life.

* I am uncovering the layers of who I am.

* I am in touch with my inherent creative power.

* My choices are empowering.

* I harness my own inner wisdom.

* I am worthy of receiving kindness and love.

* I am thriving in every area of my life.

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Today's Exercise 

8:59 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
24 minutes / 1758 steps / 1.07 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

8405

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Watery Wednesday

Wednesday, September 26, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 27 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers or drizzle. Risk of a thunderstorm late this afternoon. Wind becoming south 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning then light late this afternoon. High 23°C. Humidex 29°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Low 18°C.

Air Quality: 2 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* Grace and compassion are available to me on my low days.

* I have great strength within me.

* I am thankful for my partner who listens without judgment.

* I surrender to the process of healing.

* I am creating space for deeper healing.

* I stay centered no matter what comes my way.

* I embrace the learning process.

* I am ready to face the day.

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Today's Exercise 

4:38 pm - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
24 minutes / 1155 steps / 0.72 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

6933

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Teary Tuesday

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 30 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers or drizzle this morning. Showers beginning early this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southeast 20 km/h this morning. High 21°C. Humidex 27°C. UV index 3 or moderate.

SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT

Rain, at times heavy is expected tonight into Wednesday.

Hazard:

Total local rainfall amounts near 30 to 45 mm.

Timing:

Beginning late this afternoon or this evening tapering off through Wednesday morning.

Discussion:

Showers are expected to push into the region through the afternoon as a moisture laden system moves into the Great Lakes Basin. The showers are expected to become more widespread and heavy at times tonight along with the risk for thunderstorms as a more unstable air mass moves in. Showers will continue into Wednesday morning but are expected to become more isolated and ease off in intensity. Some areas may potentially receive in excess of 45 mm and may require to be upgraded to a rainfall warning. There still remains a high degree of uncertainty on where the heaviest rain will setup.

Tonight: Showers at times heavy with risk of a thunderstorm. Local amount 15 to 25 mm. Wind becoming south 20 km/h before morning. Low 18°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am finally realizing my worth.

* I have some amazing qualities.

* I choose healthy relationships.

* I handle every challenge mindfully.

* I allow my breath to guide me back to the present moment.

* I am thankful for the opportunity for personal growth that my past self has offered me.

* I love how effortlessly opportunities come my way.

* I live an authentic life.

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Today's Exercise 

8:25 am - "Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
23 minutes / 1707 steps / 1.04 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

6856

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Musical Monday

Monday, September 23, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 16 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Showers ending this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 40 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm late this morning and this afternoon. High 22. Humidex 30. UV index 5 or moderate.

Tonight: Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers or drizzle. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light near midnight. Low 17°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

The only way I can shut my brain up and not cry all day is to crank up the music. I've been playing full concerts from YouTube on the TV, mostly The Tragically Hip. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I can easily make changes and adapt.

* I live my life at my own pace.

* My life is fulfilling in every season.

* I embody compassion and humility.

* I am okay with slow progress.

* I invite wisdom from my higher self.

* I am ready to tap into deeper feelings.

* I enjoy a harmonious life.

* I can effortlessly move into a meditative state.

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Today's Exercise 

"Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
24 minutes / 1650 steps / 0.96 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

5125

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Autumnal Equinox Sunday

Sunday, September 22, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 59 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Increasing cloudiness early this morning. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 27°C. Humidex 35°C. UV index 5 or moderate.

FOG ADVISORY

Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring.

Locally dense fog has developed and will persist into early this morning before dissipating.

Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations.

If travelling, be prepared for areas of near-zero visibility.

Tonight: Becoming cloudy late this evening with 70 percent chance of showers overnight. Risk of a thunderstorm overnight. Low 18°C.

Air Quality: 4 - Moderate Risk

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Today's Journal 

I dismantled the patio furniture on the back deck (by myself) and then moved each piece down the stairs and out onto the back lawn so that I could power-wash it. Then I cleaned the outdoor rug and maneuvered it to hang over the railing to dry. 

Today is supposed to be nice, but then we have rain in the forecast for the next 5-6 days. I wanted the pieces to be clean and dry before I put them away for the winter.

Later I got all the furniture pieces into the garage. The rug wasn't quite dry so I brought it into the house overnight.

I also moved the front yard and the back yard. It's very difficult with the pain I'm. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I only allow healthy thoughts into my awareness.

* I am on a journey of emotional healing.

* My inner world is a tranquil place.

* I can feel a sense of joy filling my heart.

* I cherish each moment of silence.

* Now is a good time for a fresh start.

* I invite balance into my life.

* My heart’s deepest desires are appearing in my reality.

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Today's Exercise 

"Yardwork"
? minutes / ? steps

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Today's Total Steps: 

8227

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Steamy Sultry Saturday

Saturday, September 21, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 8 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches dissipating early this morning. High 26°C. Humidex 33°C. UV index 4 or moderate.

FOG ADVISORY

Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring.

Locally dense fog has developed and is expected to persist into early Saturday morning before dissipating.

Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations.

If travelling, be prepared for areas of near-zero visibility.

Tonight: Partly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers early this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 16°C.

Air Quality: 3 - Low Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I am feeling a greater sense of peace.

* I am in a state of pure bliss.

* I am happy right now in this moment.

* I am consciously expanding my awareness.

* I am connected with something bigger than myself.

* I am open to receiving further guidance.

* I am so grateful to live a life of true abundance.

* I feel good about everything I’ve achieved so far. 

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Today's Exercise 

"Outdoor Walk" @cemetery w/Tickles
22 minutes / 1675 steps / 1.03 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

5078

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Scanxiety Friday

Friday, September 20, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
6 hr 44 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 26°C. Humidex 32°C. UV index 6 or high.

FOG ADVISORY

Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring over some areas.

Dense fog patches have developed. Conditions will improve later this morning.

Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations.

If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

Tonight: A few clouds. Low 18°C.

Air Quality: 4 - Moderate Risk

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Today's Journal 

11:00 am - appointment with my hematologist-oncologist. I had to be there by 10:30 am. I had to use my cane. 

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I always find myself in win-win situations.

* I can find stillness within myself.

* My heart is calm.

* My relationships are built on a foundation of trust.

* I trust in the power of my soul.

* I love living life at a slower pace.

* I am open and willing to receive answers.

* I get chills thinking about the miracles I am experiencing in my life.

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Today's Exercise 

"Outdoor Walk" @park w/Tickles
 16 minutes / 1254 steps / 0.81 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

7426

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Troubled Thursday

Thursday, September 19, 2024

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Last Night's Sleep
7 hr 23 min

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Today's Forecast

Today: Mainly cloudy. Clearing this morning. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 26°C. Humidex 32°C. UV index 6 or high.

FOG ADVISORY

Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring over some areas.

Dense fog patches have developed. Conditions will improve later this morning.

Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations.

If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop.

Tonight: Clear. Fog patches developing after midnight. Low 14°C.

Air Quality: 4 - Moderate Risk

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Today's Journal 

Something

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Today's Daily Affirmations

https://www.dailymotivation.site/affirmations

* I feel good about where I am at.

* I can find peace in chaos.

* I have confidence in my ability to practice healthy coping skills.

* I can tap into my calm center whenever I want.

* I have all the space I need to rest and feel my emotions.

* I notice my thoughts from a distance.

* I find peace in ordinary moments of life. 

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Today's Exercise 

"Outdoor Walk" @park w/Tickles
16 minutes / 942 steps /0.51 km

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Today's Total Steps: 

5301

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