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[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 11 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (3 children)

The man went to get his script filled from a different chemist and he happened to have the last box with him (empty because he'd already taken that months worth) because he wanted to point out that he didn't wanted these ones because the pills were too big.

The lady said "wait that box is not on this script but I'll get the pharmacist". The pharmacist then told him that these are the wrong blood pressure tablets and that they are 8Γ— the dosage (he is on the lightest dosage). She took photos and escalated the complaint.

Now the original chemist has contacted him apologising profusely and wants him to come in for a check up. He wants to know what he can get for free because they tried to kill him.

I've said this before the man is a machine.

[–] Gibsonhasafluffybutt@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Firstly, what a fucking legend.

Secondly, I'd be wanting a fuck tonne of stuff for almost killing me.

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[–] Pilk@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Has he been feeling dizzy or anything like that lately? That is alarming. Maybe you can get a big box of jellybeans.

[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (2 children)

No. No dizzy. No fainting. Maybe a bit more tired than usual but that's cos he's actually working more these days.

Fuck yeah it's alarming considering he drives machinery.

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[–] SaneMartigan@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Stonefaced, ask for a handy.

[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

They keep asking him if he's had any bad reactions and he says "no". I told him next time they ask, tell them you've been eating more icecream lately and you think your dick's grown a few more inches and see what they say.

[–] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 9 points 5 months ago (1 children)

He should start reeling off pregnancy symptoms

[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Yessss!!!!

I told him "tell them your wife plucked a long white hair that look like a cat whisker from your eyebrow today. Could that be a symptom?".

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[–] Bottom_racer@aussie.zone 11 points 5 months ago (4 children)

Just got back from the bellarine.

Looking at the new Mcmansion build going up next door:

Oops! shouldn't laugh but lol.

[–] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)

They’ve got a swimming pool!

[–] Bottom_racer@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago

lol. So the 'real' swimming pool they're doing is on the right near that concrete corner which is probably 1.5 metres deeper than what you see currently. It's clay heavy soil so there'll be a lot of swearing on wednesday heh.

[–] Catfish@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago

Hoping that doesn't become next door's problem. Looks damn close

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[–] Gibsonhasafluffybutt@aussie.zone 11 points 5 months ago (2 children)

I feel like I'm getting the raw end of the deal somehow.

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[–] SituationCake@aussie.zone 10 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (15 children)

So I’ve had a slow creep of weight in the last couple of years, and though it’s not super excessive it’s the heaviest I’ve been and not a trend I want to continue. Gonna try and reduce the snacking and cook some lower calorie foods for a while. Also gonna attempt some fitness improvement, but I’m a pretty sedantry person so need to start gentle. If anyone has recommendations for apps or youtubers etc for beginner fitness would love any tips.

Edit: love all these great recommendations, thankyou all!

[–] tone212_@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago (4 children)

Walking is very effective, low impact, the weather is (usually) better for this now. Work up to 10,000 steps a day. Good luck!

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[–] SaneMartigan@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago)

I've been using this calisthenics program for surgery recovery/rehab. It starts at a pretty easy level with progressions as you get fitter. A friend said I was looking musclier the other day but it's probably the weight loss.

On YT I like "Chloe Ting" and "Move with Nicole" for other good workout vids. Girls and Boys muscles are pretty similar and when I watch female exercise youtubers I don't get incel algo spam with it.

I walk to one park, do a workout set, walk to the next park and do the other set and then home. I do that twice a day on the dog walks.

[–] thatKamGuy@sh.itjust.works 7 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Depends a lot on your personality; some people are successful with dramatic dietary shifts - I had success just straight switching to keto 7ish years ago, and it helped me drop 42kg over ~18 months. But I know for others such a drastic shift can be too over-whelming and smaller changes snowballing over time have worked better.

I’m pointing this out to begin with, because that there is no one-size-fits-all solution; everyone’s path is going to be a little bit different - and it comes down to your individual relationship with food.

Weight loss is ultimately all about one thing; a caloric deficit. Work out what your Total Daily Energy Expenditure is (there are heaps of calculators online), start tracking your calories using an app like MyFitnessPal or Cronometer (at least initially, until you get a feel for it), and find a way to comfortably, sustainably maintain a caloric deficit.

Exercise is a great booster, but you can’t put-exercise a bad diet. Focus on the food first, and slowly add in exercise gradually over time. Walks are a great way to get some sunshine, fresh air, and catch up on your favourite podcasts or audiobooks.

[–] Seagoon_@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)

drastic dietary change here

found out I am allergic to milk and to yeast a few months ago ( can't even have vegemite and right now my lips and tongue are on fire from having one piece of bread )

no cheese, yoghurt, butter, milk, ice cream, or anything made with above, including chocolate

no breads or vegemite,

I haven't tested beer yet , this is the worst, I love beer

it's really hard, I have stopped buying so much , have changed how I cook but I still have some occasionally, it just causes reactions

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Sitting watching the rain through the bedroom window cuddled with the ball of fluff.

Ah the serenity.

Goodnight all ❀️

[–] SaneMartigan@aussie.zone 9 points 5 months ago (3 children)

Heh, The Andrew formally known as Prince.

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[–] tombruzzo@aussie.zone 9 points 5 months ago (1 children)

I showed the boys the 2015 Jurassic World yesterday. I see it as more of an action movie than a horror movie but it has that horror movie DNA because everyone in the movie is an idiot and the whole thing could have been avoided if there weren't some glaring plot holes and people thought about things for a second

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[–] SpinMeAround@aussie.zone 9 points 5 months ago (3 children)

I get to pick the Spotify playlist today, taking into account that there's 2 other people on the floor, although one can't hear the radio from her desk. Hmmm, the possibilities!!!

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[–] Catfish@aussie.zone 9 points 5 months ago

He has showered. He has not seen the new ducks. starting count down...

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[–] Alamutjones@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago (2 children)

I have gymed, acquired food and attempted to dry out.

I’m going to watch The Taming Of Kittens in An Eatly Medieval Mercian Farmhouse

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[–] Catfish@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (11 children)

Ok bad drawing club tomorrow, Chuck a sicky, this is important

Also, book launch for the last Miss Fisher is on Sat. Please Do

[–] force_majeure1234@lemmy.world 8 points 5 months ago (3 children)

Today we had 19 or 20 people call in sick from our Melbourne office today, normal amount for a Monday might be 5

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[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago (1 children)

I have a lake and now I need the ducks πŸ¦†πŸ¦†πŸ¦†

[–] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago

backstrokes past

[–] StudChud@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (3 children)

Vacuumed, moved the desk from back room to dining room and moved partners PC on there instead, and moved dining table the other day. Today I put away the clean clothes, wiped down the counters, moved the tv from back room to dining table, and have set up the PS4. Next is setting up the PS2, because SOMEONE* forgot the PS4 isn't compatible with PS2 games, and SOMEONE* wants to play Ratchet and Clank.

^*the "someone" is meeee^

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[–] Seagoon_@aussie.zone 8 points 5 months ago

I'm up. πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’«

back wants more lie down

[–] Catfish@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)
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[–] LowExperience2368@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago
[–] Seagoon_@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (4 children)

day 4 of a different eye shadow every day, it's been cool so far

i haven't hit the crazy colours like lime green yet ...lol

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So I'm making an executive decision.

Due to the weather, the zonk will be extended for 1 more day.

Perfect at home weather!

[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (4 children)

Bad news: The beer fridge has died πŸ˜” Good news: Aldi have one on sale this week 😎

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[–] tombruzzo@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago (4 children)

We went to the cafe Three Bags Full in Abbotsford after the museum and it was the perfect way to cap off the day because they give out little dinosaur figures with their babycinos. I didn't even know they did that, we just went there because the Star Wars cafe was full

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[–] force_majeure1234@lemmy.world 7 points 5 months ago

On my way to work. This is sucks

[–] SaneMartigan@aussie.zone 7 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

Hot dam, changed from Flip 25/12 to Tangerine 500/50 last night and it's already gone through this morning.

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[–] LowExperience2368@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago (5 children)

What in the weather is this? Half the people at work were in t-shirts, half in jumpers. I am currently team t-shirt, even as someone who gets cold easily. My dad is in fleece jacket with the heater on. I hope he doesn't have the flu too, but I have been staying in my room.

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[–] Catfish@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago (2 children)

Do I dare order myself a large finger rock from Poland? Last attempt from Germany resulted in 8 months of excuses, a full refund, but ultimately a loss due to exchange rates

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[–] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago (10 children)

I take it back, I’m not good at drawing objects either.

Screeeee

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[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago

Is this NSFW Dirty Monday or what? Cos I'm ready to listen.

[–] melbaboutown@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (3 children)

I tried to sleep through the night the best I could, ~~but now have the dry horrors~~. Sipping slowly.

Melbcat has breakfasted and requires cuddles. I’m going to try and get her to finish the last little skerrick and then apply her nose cream.

Looking at an old picture I did and wondering why I’m so much better at drawing objects than people.

Edit: I mean to say it’s that unpleasant anxious dry throat stage of dehydration that makes you feel terrible. I’m not experiencing delirium tremens

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[–] CEOofmyhouse56@aussie.zone 6 points 5 months ago

There maybe some drinking tonight. πŸŽ‰πŸΊ 🎢 🎀

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