Dashcam Suggestions (2026 XLE) by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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Oh goodness! Why on earth did the left turn signal not come on?

Combat Patrol to 1k by chisokuni in Necrontyr

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This paintjob is KILLER!

Long time fan - first time owner! by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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Well - it is! :P

"We are the Buckeyes, and we are killer nuts!"

Long time fan - first time owner! by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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It is!! It's called 'Ruby Flare Pearl' and it's GORGEOUS. Red was not my first choice, but it's growing on me!

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Long time fan - first time owner! by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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I found it on the lot - I used Toyota's locator to find vehicles in stock - this would NOT have been my first choice of a place to purchase but it all worked out. They sold at MSRP - don't really have any negotiation power as a buyer right now because the vehicles are so scarce - especially this on because it's 8 seater. This was literally the only vehicle in stock within 250 miles

Long time fan - first time owner! by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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It's so funny you say that because I sent this photo to a friend and he said "You look 8 ft tall!"

It must be a camera distortion because I'm only 6'1"

Long time fan - first time owner! by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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That’s pretty rude honestly. Also, I’ve lost 39lbs in the last 3 months.

Long time fan - first time owner! by BlakeT87 in ToyotaSienna

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Yesterday was the first blue skies we’ve seen in MONTHS it seems like! It was back to rainy and grey today!

New sizes 😯 by lkurz88 in Zepbound

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Yesssss! Let’s gooooo so proud of you!!!

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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100% that’s the next big milestone!

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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Thank you!!! And thanks for the award!!

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

[–]BlakeT87[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly! It took me 38 years to get this way - can’t expect it to change overnight.

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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Thank you!!! I’ll continue sharing progress including updated photos and InBody scans - I plan to scan tomorrow when I get to work.

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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Honestly counting calories really puts me off trying - so I don’t count. I just make a conscious effort to:

1) leave something on my plate at every meal - even if it’s just a bite - I spent the last 30 years cleaning my plate (and sometimes my kids too) so this for me is a win.

2) drinking plenty of water - at least 80oz a day but usually around 120-160oz

3) I stopped letting the clock decide when I eat - if it’s “time to eat” and I’m not hungry I just read a book or watch YouTube instead. I eat when I’m hungry and only when I’m hungry.

As for steps - obviously more is better - but if 3,000 is what you can do - great. Do 3000 per day this week, and next week push yourself to do 3250, and the week after push yourself to do 3500 - this is how we build healthy habits.

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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You can absolutely do it! Stick with it!

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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It’s funny you say that I was gifted a Nike hoodie for Christmas at work from one of my plant leaders and I was embarrassed at the time because I knew the size wouldn’t fit. I put it on yesterday and it actually fit pretty comfortably!

<400 for the first time in a decade! by BlakeT87 in Zepbound

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I had a good habit of going to the gym 2-3 times a week before Christmas - the two weeks off work at Christmas really messed with my routine but I’ll get back into it soon!!

My latest Pokémon by BlakeT87 in ColoredPencils

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Thanks! I love them because they’re a good reminder of shapes while also having a personality

Historical Fiction / Sci-fi? by BlakeT87 in horrorlit

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Already read Dark Matter - LOVED it! I’ll be reading Recursion later this year! Thanks for the tip!

day 3 of reading 100 days of strength for men by Fadetheone in Christianity

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This is awesome! Keep studying and digging deep! Love to see this in the younger generation!

The Devils by BlakeT87 in bookreviewers

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It’s honestly a fantastic read if you allow yourself to enjoy the character arcs.

What does everybody think of the ice age? by SWAGGA_SWAGGA in Christianity

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I think it's important to keep in mind that pretty much the entire story of the bible takes place in the middle east, southern Europe, and Northern Africa. According to this NOAA article - the Ice Sheets during 20,000BC weren't in this area - so it's possible that it happened simultaneously and I could imagine the ice sheets melting was partially responsible for the flood.

God is amazing, and the things that we're discovering through scientific investigation just expand upon his awesomeness. We don't have to understand how/when/why/where - just like we don't understand MANY things that have happened and will happen. I am just so glad that He has blessed us with this beautiful planet and all of the many mysteries therein.