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[getaclue]

Just talked to Dh about updating my CPR certification. He has to do his this year, so I will do it then, and I'm encouraging Dd to get hers too.

Bunny, glad to hear people are beginning to emerge, and begin the hard job of getting things back to some semblance of normal. It takes awhile, but eventually it will all get restored.

 

[microchick]

I've had to do CPR 4 times in my career. 1 survived and recovered. We were always told that it didn't matter which version you used. The person you were doing rescue CPR on was clinically dead and what you were doing either would or wouldn't bring them back. I think the longest I did compressions for was 40 minutes. I was so tired afterwards. But volunteered to keep going so the response team could concentrate on intubating/shocking and getting meds on board.

 

[ronott1]

I've had to do CPR 4 times in my career. 1 survived and recovered. We were always told that it didn't matter which version you used. The person you were doing rescue CPR on was clinically dead and what you were doing either would or wouldn't bring them back. I think the longest I did compressions for was 40 minutes. I was so tired afterwards. But volunteered to keep going so the response team could concentrate on intubating/shocking and getting meds on board.

It is great that you tried!

 

[pennyJo1960]

Had to do town so back now finally getting logged in alive kicking here

 

[Peep_Show]

Taken the CPR course several times and also had to get certified in infant CPR (protocol set by stepdaughter to babysit.) Haven't ever had to use it yet, though, and hope not to.

I'll raise my hand as far as my shoulder will let me on "Who's in the arthritis club?" Actually, I've got quite a bit according to Xrays of my hands, but I've never really noticed as when I was reporting (court stenographer) I think the repetitive motion just kept everything fluid. But, yeah, stubborn... Kept on reporting with a trigger thumb and carpal tunnel. Once I retired before I started hamfistedly clubbing my machine, then my knees started to act up with the arthritis and osteophytes. Oy. BUT keeping active, IMHO, is the key to overcoming inflammation. That and a high pain threshhold.

Just got back from my physical. The doc was amazed that at my weight and age I was thriving (low bp, good cholesterol, maintaining a decent blood sugar) and prescription-free (well, save for an occasional naproxen when the weather sets stuff off.) Didn't get the diet-and-exercise lecture because I've lost 30 lbs since the last visit. Got a "Wow! You're healthy. Keep it up."

But enough about health stuff... How about something fun to look forward to?
A new batch of eggs went into the incubator: Fifty-Five Flowery Hens, a landrace Swedish production layer. The white eggs sent are HUGE, like duck eggs. I like that the breed description says they don't eat lots as the Marans in the coop now are conspicuous consumers and total oinkers. Those eggs are gorgeous, though.

 

[perchie.girl]

But enough about health stuff... How about something fun to look forward to?
A new batch of eggs went into the incubator: Fifty-Five Flowery Hens, a landrace Swedish production layer. The white eggs sent are HUGE, like duck eggs. I like that the breed description says they don't eat lots as the Marans in the coop now are conspicuous consumers and total oinkers. Those eggs are gorgeous, though.

I been eyeballing a cabinet bator....

deb

 

[ronott1]

Taken the CPR course several times and also had to get certified in infant CPR (protocol set by stepdaughter to babysit.) Haven't ever had to use it yet, though, and hope not to.

I'll raise my hand as far as my shoulder will let me on "Who's in the arthritis club?" Actually, I've got quite a bit according to Xrays of my hands, but I've never really noticed as when I was reporting (court stenographer) I think the repetitive motion just kept everything fluid. But, yeah, stubborn... Kept on reporting with a trigger thumb and carpal tunnel. Once I retired before I started hamfistedly clubbing my machine, then my knees started to act up with the arthritis and osteophytes. Oy. BUT keeping active, IMHO, is the key to overcoming inflammation. That and a high pain threshhold.

Just got back from my physical. The doc was amazed that at my weight and age I was thriving (low bp, good cholesterol, maintaining a decent blood sugar) and prescription-free (well, save for an occasional naproxen when the weather sets stuff off.) Didn't get the diet-and-exercise lecture because I've lost 30 lbs since the last visit. Got a "Wow! You're healthy. Keep it up."

But enough about health stuff... How about something fun to look forward to?
A new batch of eggs went into the incubator: Fifty-Five Flowery Hens, a landrace Swedish production layer. The white eggs sent are HUGE, like duck eggs. I like that the breed description says they don't eat lots as the Marans in the coop now are conspicuous consumers and total oinkers. Those eggs are gorgeous, though.

Are you looking for penedesencas? They are a lot smaller, lay nice dark eggs, are heat tolerant and do not eat a lot of feed. They are also good at getting away from predators

I hope you have a great hatch!

 

[drumstick diva]

OH gee I haven't laid eggs in a long time. Hope the ax isn't in my future.

 

[Alaskan]

Are you looking for penedesencas? They are a lot smaller, lay nice dark eggs, are heat tolerant and do not eat a lot of feed. They are also good at getting away from predators

I hope you have a great hatch!

Those should really become more popular. @Peep_Show Those Marans are stingy with egg production and do eat like pigs.

I enjoyed the eggs... but low egg numbers + high feed consumption and I got rid of mine.

 

[pennyJo1960]

Mine are none old enough to lay won't see eggs from till maybe spring 4 cuckoo 4 bc but all marans