I feel a bit like a melted candle
@GardenGerty (166173)
United States
August 22, 2025 4:31pm CST
I think that is what happens when you do not stay hydrated.
I did not take a water cup to school for the time I was in training. I thought 2 1/2 hrs. would not matter. I would be sitting mostly.
No, it turned into four hours and I got in lots of steps.
Hubby made me a pbj to eat before we went shopping. And I had a glass of milk.
It is still hot outside here, but I am keeping up with the fluids here at home. I slept on the way to the store.
I did not buy a whole lot but I did get a good buy on some wild caught salmon.
I was asked if I could sub today, but had to turn them down. I do need to rest now and then. That is what I am doing now, resting.
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@BarBaraPrz (50558)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
23 Aug
That's a good analogy. I kinda felt that way when we were having our heat wave. Then we had a couple days of rain, and yesterday was downright chilly but today was a mostly normal summer day at 26°C/79°F.
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
Today, Saturday, we are down in the mid 70's F range and I am thrilled.
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@BarBaraPrz (50558)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
24 Aug
@GardenGerty The sun played tag with the clouds but it was warm enough at 25°C/76°F.
@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I should always keep a water cup to work and leave it in my locker. The co op even gave us one last year. We have access to an ice machine and we have water fountains with filler spouts that filter the water. If I do not get water it is my own fault.
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I have tried most of this summer to eat more salmon, tuna, and even a can of mackeral. I find if I am doing that and eating lots of fruits and veggies I feel better, my skin is clearer as well.
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@RebeccasFarm (90679)
• Arvada, Colorado
23 Aug
You are on the go all the time Heather..I hope youll get some decent rest.
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
We got our car out of the shop and it has good a/c so that short nap was great. I am taking it kind of easy today, Saturday, just doing things that please my mind.
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I think it makes a huge difference.
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@LindaOHio (204683)
• United States
23 Aug
Please stay hydrated and get lots of rest!!!
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I really need more exercise to be healthy, but I do skip the water too much.
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@LindaOHio (204683)
• United States
24 Aug
@GardenGerty With this UTI I'm supposed to be drinking a lot of water; but it's so hard.
@luisadannointed (9454)
• Philippines
23 Aug
Yes, you better rest. health is not just wealth but it must be the priority of every human being. God bless.
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@changjiangzhibin89 (17051)
• China
23 Aug
You have not thought that it turned into 4 hours.What is the "sub" ?
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
Sub in this case is short for substitute. I would work in place of someone who is ill or could not come to work. On Monday, I worked for someone who had a plumbing emergency, broken pipes and flooding. On Tuesday I worked for someone who had a child that needed a medical procedure. It is my old classroom and I am trained specially to work with those children. It is hard to find substitutes for that room.
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@changjiangzhibin89 (17051)
• China
24 Aug
@GardenGerty I see, thank you very much ! You seem to frequently stand in for others lately.
@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
Peanut Butter and Jelly, pbj. I am sorry I did not type it out. I just forgot to take my cup to fill. We do have access to ice and water, it is just more convenient to fill a cup.
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@id_peace (16843)
• Singapore
24 Aug
@GardenGerty Now I know what is PBJ. This is a very powerful combo. I like them too.
@DaddyEvil (160440)
• United States
23 Aug
I hope you feel better soon. And getting enough rest and fluids is important.
We hit 92F this afternoon. I only stepped out long enough to get the mail and to walk around the house checking the new storm windows.
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I saw on a post that you cannot shut two of the windows. How do they look from the outside?
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@DaddyEvil (160440)
• United States
23 Aug
@GardenGerty Everything looks fine from the outside and I can't see an obvious problem on the inside, either.
@RasmaSandra (90257)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
23 Aug
All day long while I am online I have iced tea, strawberry lemonade, or lemon water nearby,I hope you feel better after resting,
@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
Yes, especially when you have been being sedentary. I will get back into the swing of things.
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@MarieCoyle (50107)
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23 Aug
I am glad you are putting more emphasis on taking care of yourself. We all need to rest sometimes. I struggle with that, but I am really trying to do better and I have been taking little naps whenever the opportunity arises. Take good care, Heather.
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I have napped more this summer than I ever have in the past.
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@MarieCoyle (50107)
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23 Aug
@GardenGerty
Naps have really helped me this past year. When sleep is short and often interrupted, they are just necessary for me!
@ardeliaputri2 (153)
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23 Aug
For sure, not staying hydrated can make you feel wiped out and dizzy, especially when you’re moving around a lot. Glad you’re keeping up with fluids now... 
What’s ur to-go drink to stay refreshed and hydrated??
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@GardenGerty (166173)
• United States
23 Aug
I drink ice water. I also like unsweetened tea.Sweetened drinks do not seem to quench my thirst.
@celticeagle (181153)
• Boise, Idaho
23 Aug
Yes, you do need to rest occasionally. Glad you said no.
Nice that you found a good price on the salmon. I am going to be buying a pack of 12 salmon filets in October or November. I buy them at a place online. Haven't had any for a while so I will have some for my birthday in November. A nice big baked potato and a salmon filet sure sounds good.
