The Retirement Thread

[Mo1959]

I see I haven't washed all the oil off my hands. I always get in such a mess doing bike stuff!

 

[PaulSB]

I just got back from Aldi and was surprised at the change since last week: no staff at the door to let so many in the shop, very few people using the sanitising bottle left for customers, no more one way system and very few people wearing masks. I think the public is becoming blaze with the situation and people are ignoring basic safety rules.
This virus is going to hit back with a vengeance in the next few months because so many are so stupid, so ignorant and so impatient.
We are in for a rough ride before Christmas I think.

I'm very interested by this post gavroche. I feel I have been very strict in observing social distancing, hygiene when out and about etc. When we returned from Vietnam in mid February we had already become rigorous in our behaviour in restaurants, cafes etc. I continued this on our return much to the amusement of my cycling buddies when I started wiping down cafe tables etc. - they didn't laugh after a couple of weeks!!!!!

On Saturday night we watched Contagion, a 2011 American film about a pandemic outbreak. The first 20 minutes concentrated on how the initial spread took place. Man sneezes on hand, touches hand rail on bus, then presses lift button etc. It was genuinely scary and highlighted what we all now know. At the same time it made me realise that despite my best efforts my discipline in respect of being in public had slipped considerably.

I've addressed this now. On Sunday on a ride with five others at the outdoor cafe I was wiping the outdoor table etc and I noted everyone was too relaxed on the two metre rule. On Monday I rode with one of the people who was on the same ride. She remarked "you're back on it again." So I explained and she agreed everyone was far too relaxed.

So it's happening and all we can do is redouble our personal efforts. By doing so we protect ourselves and others in public areas.

 

[Dirk]

Car dropped off to have its brakes done.
Walked back home and spent the last 2 1/2 hours trying to create a document on my PC.
Damn thing's doin' me crust in!
I've given up for the time being as I'm in danger of doing some damage.

 

[Dave7]

I cook breakfast in the nude.....and NO you can't come round tomorrow or any other day

Thank god for that. I would have been worried if you had invited me.

 

[Mo1959]

I suppose I should have a short ride to test all is ok with the bike. The older I get, the less confident I seem to be doing anything plus I worry more about mechanicals out on the road as I don’t really have anyone to call on if I’m stuck.

 

[Dave7]

Woke up about 0530 with a severe leg cramp. I was walking in a dream to look at a box where I had ordered a new washing machine but apparently had been sent a fridge instead and the cramp hit me.
Need to get out for more exercise I think.

I had a spell about 3 weeks ago when I was waking with cranp in my legs each night. No idea why and no idea why it decided to disappear.

 

[Mo1959]

I had a spell about 3 weeks ago when I was waking with cranp in my legs each night. No idea why and no idea why it decided to disappear.

Sometimes it can be lack of electrolytes if you’ve been sweating. Sodium, magnesium and potassium. I take a supplement now which helps a bit plus I usually stick a High5 tab in my drink.

 

[welsh dragon]

Good afternoon. Logs all shoved into the log store now. Hoorah.

 

[Drago]

It's chucking it down here. Chunder, blunder and all the pyrotechnics. Kerblammo!!!!

 

[oldwheels]

I suppose I should have a short ride to test all is ok with the bike. The older I get, the less confident I seem to be doing anything plus I worry more about mechanicals out on the road as I don’t really have anyone to call on if I’m stuck.

With a trike I am even worse off if a severe mechanical as it not feasable to push and I would need to get a lift back to my car which under present circumstances may not be so easy. I do carry a face mask just in case as it may assist to encourage anyone to stop for me. Being known locally could help during lockdown and in worst event could summon a taxi as one is still working.

 

[oldwheels]

Sometimes it can be lack of electrolytes if you’ve been sweating. Sodium, magnesium and potassium. I take a supplement now which helps a bit plus I usually stick a High5 tab in my drink.

I have a lightweight sleeping bag which I think I may use on the bed as my present 10.5 tog duvet is too hot which may be the root of the problem. My diet should give enough minerals etc and the only supplement is for low calcium. Awaiting the results of my last CT scan so can ask the medicos then if I get a sensible one.
I drink about 5 pints of water plus other liquids such as tea and coffee so well hydrated.

 

[welsh dragon]

Nice here. Blue skies and sunshine

 

[Mo1959]

Ooooft.......that was a warm ride. Put a little bit of effort in since I wasn't intending staying out long. The tyres or chain didn't fall off so I must have fitted them ok

 

[12boy]

What is too hot for you folks? Just curious. I too have had cramping , feet, calves and thighs but not all those at once. I put it down to not drinking enough water. Whichever muscle it is shrinks down to half its normal size and gets really hard. Frequently comes in waves. Other than water any ideas? Praps we'll have breakfast for dinner..huevos rancheros. This would be a couple of fried eggs on corn tortillas, pinto beans and chunky little potatoes roasted to a golden crust and floury innards covered with a handful or two of grated sharp cheddar and the last of the red Chile pork chops and their red Chile sauce. Then some chopped tomatos, onions and lettuce. Those tortillas, beans, spuds and one slice of whole wheat bread will be my carbs for today. I will enjoy them, to quote Beldar Conehead.

 

[Drago]

Good news for Mrs D!

She's deputy head of year at a very large school. she doesn't teach, does all the pastoral stuff, the exclusions safeguarding, all of that malarkey. She's been working from home due to being vulnerable due to her MS, but wants to go back. Fortunately, the head teacher's sister also has MS so he knows the crack with the illness and he's quite protective of Mrs D. Therefore, she's being moved sideways to be the PA to the 2 x deputy principals - a slight pay rise, shorter hours, and her own office so she'll be physically isolated at work.

And more good news! The DWP have written to her today, they're delaying her PIP reassessment for another year due to C19. It's a horrible, hateful process, so that's good news.

Yet more good news! My niece gave birth overnight and i'm an uncle again to young Jenson, 6lbs 2oz.