>2lb tri-tip seasoned cooked in the sous vis for 2.5hrs at 135.
Highlight(s): Last night's epic dinner included a lot more drinking than I've done in some time. It slowly crept up on me. I had that overall feeling of being drunk, but not in a good way. I felt it still when I got up at 6 am and walked with Lauren. But by the end of the walk, I felt fresher again. I also learned that although it can take me a full week to lose 2lbs I can 'find it' in one meal. But OMFG what a meal. Tommy was also not feeling well last night and was putting the blame on me for not taking it more seriously, while he's been going places and doing things for the past few days instead of resting. I admitted that between his mom's extreme overreactions and my own presumptions that all's fine lies a truth only he can testify to. And that if he wanted to go back to the doctor he could. He didn't and he is feeling better tonight. He also got tested negative for covid, just in case. Today was our online holiday party at work and that was pleasant. Dinner as pictured above was delicious. Jen and I took some to Lauren during her 7 pm break. We sat in the car discussing college with her while she ate and it looks like Sacramento State might be the decision. I cleaned up the kitchen while Jen wrapped gifts and put them under the tree. Oh and I am testing out some options to mitigate Tommy's hockey gear stench in the garage and praying it works. We watch the two latest Curb episodes and I was literally laughing out loud at a couple of points.
Accomplishment(s): Coordinated the pickup of 100's of books from Panorama. The taker, Mark, was an awesome guy who's got an online book store as a sideline. He's definitely going to have some inventory to leverage and those that are not worth selling will get donated to the library. I also sold the cast iron antique mirror to Chuck, another awesome guy who Jen and I talked to for about 30min swapping stories of heritage, the bay area, and caregiving experiences.
Gratitude: I appreciate that when I make a point to connect with strangers I typically come away enriched and even with a little more faith in people in general.
Goal(s): Stay focused through the holidays on maintaining the weight loss while also making good food choices and enjoying a reasonable volume of wine.
Anticipation: Our blind wine tasting tomorrow, while still concentrated on the aforementioned "Goal", will require some discipline for sure.
Habits: Mediation Presence Gratitude Calm Action Friendship Family Exercise Weight↑