bone dry

this is not a reference to my sobriety. this is an attempt at a catchy headline that also references my approach to my holiday vacation: sucking the marrow right out of this vacation and savoring every last drop.

my version of carpe diem has changed dramatically over the past couple of years. it used to be really self-focused, not very productive and—of course—had the obligatory booze sprinkled throughout.

now it involves me spending tons of time with my family, being productive and doing stuff I consider fun and relaxing. although i typically wind up staying up late to do the last part. but like i said, i am pushing at all four corners of this vacation and sleep is not the highest priority for me.

my doctor had me come in and schedule another cholesterol test. waaaay back i tested at like 277 or something crazy like that. in the process of losing 55 pounds, i also lost over 60 cholesterol points and got it down to 209...keeping myself off LIPITOR. well, the doc wants to make sure i am still low. so when do i schedule my blood test?! this morning. WHAT THE FUCK WAS I THINKING?!

i had enough cheese, butter and meat over the holidays to choke a bear. the test results should be a hoot.