Two-thousand and sixty-fifth verse, same as the first

[clevermanka]

Hey, locals. In case you haven't heard (or seen the ominous road signs), there are some major road construction projects scheduled for Larryville right around the corner.

• Iowa Street (between Irving Hill Bridge and Harvard)--Iowa reduced to one lane each direction during construction February – December 2013.


• 15th Street (from Iowa to Engel Road)--15th Street closed Spring Break: March 18 – March 24, 2013 and May 20 – August 16, 2013.


• Bob Billings reconstruction (Iowa to Kasold)--Eastbound lanes closed for reconstruction May 20 – August 16, 2013. Westbound lanes to remain open between Crestline and Kasold to carry traffic, with one lane each direction. Limited local access will be maintained for adjacent apartments, streets, and access drives. North/ south access across Bob Billings will be maintained at Crestline, but trucks will be prohibited.

WHAT IN THE ACTUAL FUCK. I can't believe they're doing these concurrently. Basically, crossing town east/west is going to suck major balls. I'm going to need to double my time to get to appointments for yoga, Dr. Khosh, and my chiropractor. I can at least take Kentucky to 9th to go to the Merc, but Jesus H Christ what a fucking pain.

I just read an article that mentioned reheating foods in plastic containers (even BPA-free ones) can expose one to Xenoestrogens, which can cause heavy build-up of the uterine lining, leading to heavy cramps and menstrual flow. You know, like what I suffer every 26 days or so. *sigh*

Does this ever end? I mean, I'm grateful to have the resources to find things that are potentially having a negative effect on my health, but come on. It seems like not a week goes by that I don't find something else to do or buy in my attempt at achieving health. And it's usually not something cheap, either. Sooooo it looks like I'll be investing in some glass food containers. And possibly a wheeled suitcase to carry my now-even-heavier lunches up the hill. That second one is a joke. Kind of. Maybe.

Oh, also, my thyroid panel that I had last week came back wonky. My TSH is low, which means my thyroid is in a state of hyperthyroidism. Coupled with my fatigue, though, it indicates that my thyroid is under attack which means my immune system is flaring up. This is especially discouraging seeing as I've been so conscientious about strict adherence to the AIP dietary restrictions. Dr. Khosh wants me to get another thyroid test done--a TPO test, which I've already scored high marks on before (when I got the Hashimoto's diagnosis). But he wants another one to see if it's gotten worse.

UGH. Some days I want to just throw in the towel and eat a fucking pizza already. With beer. This is one of those days.

This tumblr set shouldn't inspire sadness, and neither should this one. But his new single is so awful, you guys. Looking at those gifs makes me cry.

Finally, and to end on a less dismal note, today's Ript tee shirt is adorable.

Comments

[tessagratton.livejournal.com]

>>I just read an article that mentioned reheating foods in plastic containers (even BPA-free ones) can expose one to Xenoestrogens, which can cause heavy build-up of the uterine lining, leading to heavy cramps and menstrual flow. *sigh*


As a person who's just spent 2 days practically inconsolable.... *headdesk*

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

If I find some nice, not-excruciatingly-expensive glass containers, I'll let you know.

[msmitti.livejournal.com]

sorry for the bad two days. :(

[msmitti.livejournal.com]

Stupid construction. People never seem to time these things with any sense that they are used. grrr. I am grumpy today and this makes me want to kickshit.

As for the plastic containers, could you leave glass dishes at work for heating/serving lunch and still carry back and forth in plastic?

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

You know, I've considered that, but I don't want to carry dirty dishes home sans lid. I think that would get messy. I suppose I could bring gallon-sized plastic bags to keep them from getting food all over the inside of my back pack...Hm. Something to ponder. Picking up a few bowls at a thrift store would certainly be cheaper, that's for sure.

Thanks for making me think about it again!

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

That was my thought as well.. I used to do that at ABS. I also kept a bit of bleach/water in a spray bottle because washing up dishes in the bathroom,...ick.

I have been known to plan errands together so that I can take Kasold across town instead of Iowa. It's easily ten minutes quicker on a good day. This construction trifecta is just stupid.

[carmy-w.livejournal.com]

*fistbump of commiseration*

We just got our highway between McPherson and Hutchinson completed this past December; they're still finishing up on getting the grass grown in and doing some landscaping/tree placement. It was very nearly the first project started with ARRA Act of 2009.

Which tells you how long I've been driving to work 5 days a week in a construction zone!

But BOY, DO I LOVE MY NEW FOUR LANE HIGHWAY!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

OH MY GOD YOU POOR THING.

So so so glad for you it's finished now.

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

I remember that construction from our trip down to Hutch. HOLY CRAP IT'S JUST GETTING FINISHED!?

Are monkeys or sadists responsible for road-work planning?

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

How about just planning ahead and driving the food up there on the weekend? Or, even better, have me scoot it up in my backpack.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Yeah, I try to do that, but sometimes I just don't have the energy. You know? If you're offering to scoot it, though, that'd be fantastic. Thank you.

[anomali.livejournal.com]

Add to the construction the intersection of 6th and Iowa and 9th and Tennessee (both beginning, according to the signs in Spring 3013) and I have to wonder how in holy hell we are supposed to get anywhere! Aargh!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I hadn't seen either of those signs.

City planning FOR THE LOSE.

[redheadfae.livejournal.com]

Side roads, lots and lots of side roads. It's going to take planning to get around all those messes, for sure.

A few months ago, they had every south road from 6th St closed from Crestline all the way out to Folks Rd.
Unbelievable.

[miischelle.livejournal.com]

Clearly your body is trying to kill you.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

It sure as hell feels like it.

[philrancid.livejournal.com]

UGH. Some days I want to just throw in the towel and eat a fucking pizza already. With beer. This is one of those days.

For breakfast! And then follow that with wine! And then punching people in the face!! : D

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

That sounds like a really good day.

[tessagratton.livejournal.com]

>>I just read an article that mentioned reheating foods in plastic containers (even BPA-free ones) can expose one to Xenoestrogens, which can cause heavy build-up of the uterine lining, leading to heavy cramps and menstrual flow. *sigh*


As a person who's just spent 2 days practically inconsolable.... *headdesk*

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

If I find some nice, not-excruciatingly-expensive glass containers, I'll let you know.

[msmitti.livejournal.com]

Stupid construction. People never seem to time these things with any sense that they are used. grrr. I am grumpy today and this makes me want to kickshit.

As for the plastic containers, could you leave glass dishes at work for heating/serving lunch and still carry back and forth in plastic?

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

You know, I've considered that, but I don't want to carry dirty dishes home sans lid. I think that would get messy. I suppose I could bring gallon-sized plastic bags to keep them from getting food all over the inside of my back pack...Hm. Something to ponder. Picking up a few bowls at a thrift store would certainly be cheaper, that's for sure.

Thanks for making me think about it again!

[carmy-w.livejournal.com]

*fistbump of commiseration*

We just got our highway between McPherson and Hutchinson completed this past December; they're still finishing up on getting the grass grown in and doing some landscaping/tree placement. It was very nearly the first project started with ARRA Act of 2009.

Which tells you how long I've been driving to work 5 days a week in a construction zone!

But BOY, DO I LOVE MY NEW FOUR LANE HIGHWAY!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

OH MY GOD YOU POOR THING.

So so so glad for you it's finished now.

[mckitterick.livejournal.com]

How about just planning ahead and driving the food up there on the weekend? Or, even better, have me scoot it up in my backpack.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

Yeah, I try to do that, but sometimes I just don't have the energy. You know? If you're offering to scoot it, though, that'd be fantastic. Thank you.

[anomali.livejournal.com]

Add to the construction the intersection of 6th and Iowa and 9th and Tennessee (both beginning, according to the signs in Spring 3013) and I have to wonder how in holy hell we are supposed to get anywhere! Aargh!

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

I hadn't seen either of those signs.

City planning FOR THE LOSE.

[miischelle.livejournal.com]

Clearly your body is trying to kill you.

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

It sure as hell feels like it.

[philrancid.livejournal.com]

UGH. Some days I want to just throw in the towel and eat a fucking pizza already. With beer. This is one of those days.

For breakfast! And then follow that with wine! And then punching people in the face!! : D

[clevermanka.livejournal.com]

That sounds like a really good day.