Better News

After losing my camera battery, the replacement should be here today.
Processed the above from one in the file... turned out just fine. As am I.

Bad News

Haven't been working out as planned, but did drop to 279 pounds.
This by dint of dietary restriction. It has become imperative, so to speak.

After a blood test showing high glucose level, was tested again.
After a shot of pure glucose, I was monitored to see how I metabolized it.
I didn't and the P.A. (in a most blasé manner) told me I had diabetes.
Didn't come as much of a surprise... my grandfather had it.

And I know how I am with the carbohydrates. Fatalistically accepted it.
Brief conversation about taking care of myself with the fellow.
I said it was difficult being alone where eating is a prime social pastime.
Well, have to monitor glucose myself, and get educated.

Issues with kidney function in conjunction with hypertension.
Have been feeling more aged lately. Stiffness, cramps. Winded.
The place is still a mess and I tune so much out in my oblivion.
But I have taken this seriously and have followed the dietary regime.