The Virtual Lounge

[blissgirl]

Anyone here ?

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[Cleoriff]

Keep drinking water @RunrigForever. If you have an ice cube dept in freezer, keep that full. 

My tea is de-caffeinated as well. Stops me getting shaky. 

Remember though, hot drinks can help cool you down by triggering your body's natural cooling mechanism – sweating. When you drink a hot drink, your body temperature rises slightly, prompting increased sweating. The evaporation of this sweat then cools your skin, potentially leading to a net decrease in body temperature. However, this effect is most pronounced in dry heat conditions, where sweat can evaporate effectively. 

Having said all that, people generally prefer to drink cold fluids during this type of heat. 😎

[RunrigForever]

Thank you @Cleoriff for explaining why a hot drink can cool you down

& drinking de-caff can stop a person shaking

I did try decaff Yorkshire Tea, can't say I liked it ..... my associate specialist, as he called himself then said it would do what you say ..... but ..... I thought then why do I want to reduce the effects of my necessary tablets.

I did live in the UAE for a year when my lad was 3 & drank PG Tips tea - leaf tea ....... men at the beach drank Fosters or XXXX, the women had a large mechanical pump operated flask of hot water or maybe tea made up to their liking. I can't remember what sort of milk there was in Sharjah ....... lots of goods came from USA & China.

Back on Topic: I'll try decaff again asap

Random Fact : Say 1986/7 I could tell Fosters from XXXX - blind tasted for the now x-husband ....... preferred XXXX

[Cleoriff]

@RunrigForever 

I was advised by my consultant (after surgery) to try decaf. Better for the kidneys apparently.

I don't think he realised I like 2 teabags in a cuppa (with 3 sweeteners) 😂

[RunrigForever]

@Cleoriff 

You have made me lol with your post above

Used to like lemon tea which came in a jar

Never liked green tea when in the Emirates

Will have a look around. Maybe Twinnings do a decaff. Like their fruit and herbal teas, But nothing like a good old cuppa Yorkshire Tea.

[Cleoriff]

@RunrigForever 

The best decaf teabags (in my opinion) are PG Tips. Ray has normal teabags but never notices if I make his cuppa with one of mine. 😂

[RunrigForever]

@Cleoriff 

Atta girl Cleo

Your rapport with Ray is outstanding ....... he puts a smile on my face and comes across as a right character as you do Cleo ....... x .....

PS: will buy some decaff PG Tips pdq (pretty darn quick) ... = ... Thanks ...

[RunrigForever]

Wind down time

Looks like I may have to wear what I used to know as Surgical Stockings ....... or ....... have my legs strapped tight from the knee down

Oedema ? ....... @Cleoriff ....... water retention

Side affect of one of my main tablets is swelling around ankles

Just thinking of those high compression 'pop sox' my mum had put on by her carers when she was her on this our Earth ....... miss my mom Olwen, bless her ....... big wasp around so makes hasty exit ....... 😞

[Cleoriff]

@RunrigForever 

 Yes, if you are wearing them due oedema (Swelling of ankles and lower legs) they are called compression stockings.

It's important to look after your skin when you remove them at night. 

To effectively care for your skin while wearing compression stockings, it's crucial to keep the skin moisturised, especially at night using a mild non perfumed moisturiser. Ensure the skin is completely dry before applying the stockings in the morning, as moisture can damage the fabric and reduce its effectiveness. Regularly inspect your skin for any signs of irritation or breakdown, and seek professional advice if you experience any issues. 

* The moisturising helps to hydrate the skin and prevent dryness, which can be exacerbated by the compression. 

They tried me with these but due to various factors, they didn't help with the swelling at all.

Normally though, they work well for those who have natural oedema. 
PS You do need more than 1 pair of stockings as they should be washed every few days. So the 2nd pair will be used when the others are being hand washed and left to dry properly. 

@RunrigForever

[RunrigForever]

Thank you @Cleoriff 

Have found a pair of black high compression knee high socks ... & ... fit into black ankle boots.

Will check out if I can get skin-tone lighter weight ones later.

Weekday morning carer should come about 9:30am

Weekend morning carer ... = ... having problems with ....... she never knows when she is coming to visit ....... When my social worker brokered deal with care company = 9:30am is time I asked for ..... carer kept asking me to ring office ... so ... I did & awaiting if carer comes on time at the weekend ....... lovely manner of customer service operatives based in Leeds.

My legs felt sooo sore yesterday ... & ... prickling ... now warm & comfortable.

Have a good day Cleo ....... X

[RunrigForever]

Some round the coffee table talk:

Coin just minted for our Princess Royal, the Princess Anne.

The lion cubs at Yorkshire Wildlife Park have come out of their den ....... near Doncaster horse racing course ....... my lads old firm = Hanson Aggregates did a lot of work there ....... ruined my pink striped Addidas trainers = 1st time on - bought as a 1 off from Ebay all those years ago ....... X ....... great family place out.