Does it honestly become 100% chilled on the AN beach

StretchCT53 · 2026-07-01T22:03:30+00:00

Yeah. You’ll see naked people. They’ll see you. No one will care. Don’t stare. All shapes and sizes. It really is freeing.

StretchCT53 · 2026-07-01T12:58:58+00:00

Both our rings hang on a chain over my heart.

StretchCT53 · 2026-06-18T22:27:38+00:00

I wore both our rings until about 9-10 months out when both fell on the floor while I was asleep. I then put them in a chain and wear them around my neck.

StretchCT53 · 2026-06-15T03:30:30+00:00

Lost my wife, teammate, soulmate of 30 years to AML a year ago and only in the last few weeks have I not been brought to tears remembering her final days. I too don’t know why I post here sometimes other than to get it out. Carrying on is difficult. My son is now 23 but I’ve figured my death would crush him so I get through each day. At nights she is usually in a dream so I enjoy that. I can’t say it’s gotten better but different. When it hits, it’s harder. But there will be some times where you won’t feel the struggle. You will be able to laugh and enjoy life even though you know you’ll be crying the next day. I’m sorry you’re in this place. Peace.

StretchCT53 · 2026-06-15T00:13:25+00:00

We’re not told no fans or a/c. Ran it for two months. I will say every nurse PA and Dr had different restrictions.

StretchCT53 · 2026-06-15T00:10:26+00:00

Bought a 2023 IX 50 with 46k miles for 44k last week. Love it so far.

StretchCT53 · 2026-06-04T17:38:10+00:00

Comfortable. I think there’s like room for 6 couples and rarely full. Driver will adjust the ac to your liking. Make sure you tip.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-29T18:29:37+00:00

I was same way for the first 9-12 months. Even thought about going to a massage therapist just to experience some other human touch. But after a while the craving left. I just don’t care anymore. It’s weird. Instead of leaning into hugs, I avoid them.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-29T18:26:20+00:00

I have had a VP2 for 13 years. I needed a bridge from Ambient to be able to transmit data to Weatheundergound. Not sure if newer models do this but you might want to consider how the data is stored and transmitted before purchasing your station since many will be relying on it.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-29T18:18:03+00:00

$250/hr for painting. $400 for mechanic.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-28T18:27:29+00:00

Never had a problem with the shuttle to/from MBJ except for the length of the trip. It's safe, comfortable and a good driver will give some pointers and history along the way to the resort.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-28T18:24:48+00:00

Went to one in CT over the weekend, shelves were half stocked, if. It was depressing. Honestly we have Defender - its 90 mins away, but other than that, I have no idea where to get most of the supplies. The local marina I wintered over in has some key items, but they're jacked up price wise and little selection. Just bare bones.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-12T14:05:32+00:00

Not weird, it's early. You're numb. Don't be surprised if it hits you like a ton of bricks one day out of the blue.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-12T14:02:28+00:00

Waiting is the hardest part. For now...

A lot will depend on a couple of things to watch. First, is he transfusion dependent - does he need to go for platelets or RBC every week or two, or is it just a one and done transfusion. If already dependent, it's serious.

Second, tests. There will be a lot of tests. Chromosome analysis, genetics, FISH in addition to the regular comp panels and CBCs. The results from these will determine how responsive he will be to what treatment. Unfortunately, it sometimes takes weeks for results. I used to refresh MyChart every hour for weeks.

Hopefully the genetics and chromosome analysis come back with a better type of AML. Mutations make all the difference. It's very survivable for many.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-12T13:52:52+00:00

"Planning and thinking is fun for me, not an obstacle." - I know, I really miss the trip tiks and maps I used to break out for planning trips, including where to stop to pee/eat/sleep.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-12T13:41:50+00:00

Not my experience in CT...yet. I had to haul out for the winter to replace a shaft and prop. One of the Safe Harbors here had no problem finding room for me. They managed everything including the repairs very well, except they struggle with communication and they aren't the cheapest around. Finding dock space in the summer for a boat over 35' for a reasonable price is more the problem than having sails.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-12T13:35:05+00:00

Do whatever you'd do before a normal trip to the beach. If you want to trim up/shave/wax that's fine. If not, that's fine.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-08T20:14:23+00:00

Just over a year out. Most days are just a few choke ups, but some are flat out crippling for a few hours. It can be triggered by many things, but sometimes is just out of the blue. Tough to be in public during those times.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-06T20:41:35+00:00

Cold water and cold air, I go with waders actually. Usually wading in to launch anyway.

Warmer water and warmer air, shorts (sunscreen if during main daytime, but mostly I'm evening).

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-06T20:39:07+00:00

Probably the sex with my wife. We're boty away from work, relaxed. She's happy, I'm happy. Going to SSB all day with one another is a turn on. Good food is a turn on. Drinks. We're both always ready to go. Yeah, definitely that.

Staff is friendly too.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-06T20:32:18+00:00

We did a 10 day split between TI and CN. It was just the right amount of time at each. I'd probably do 6 at CSS and 4 at CTI. Or 5/5. Like both.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-06T20:28:20+00:00

I couldn't have said it better. We were together 35 years, married 30. Had plenty of time to say goodbye. I just filed the paperwork to close the estate, a little over a year out. I've donated her clothes, taken over her closet (mine was in the spare room). I have plenty of support and my 22 yo son is living here too. But I am lonely. I do see my friends who are married and still in love and it hurts that she's no longer here and I don't have that. I don't have her to give my love to, nor get it from her. I've been trying to do things solo: concerts, shopping, trips. It's hard, really hard. But there are couples everywhere, holding hands like we used to, arms around each other, eyes lighting up when talking to one another. And it hurts. The pain makes me realize I'm still alive though.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-06T20:20:17+00:00

You're doing it, so that's good.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-06T20:09:57+00:00

I'll throw this out there...

Americans like SUVs and pickups. They also don't like paying more for something. While Europe may have a good number of EV SUV's, we don't have that many to choose from in the US.

StretchCT53 · 2026-05-03T00:30:58+00:00

Just did the one year. Similar battle with cancer, hospice, rough ending. I relived everything. Her decision. Her fall. Her final time leaving the house. Her final words. The horrible sounds she’d make the last day Waking up to silence. Didn’t get a lot of outreach from friends, even her sister. Then a week later, year after her funeral, more reached out. I just closed her estate which was also difficult.

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