Week 43 of 2026 a day late

 

Had a good night woke with the alarm again this morning. I was in bed early last night at 6.45pm and fell straight off to sleep and slept through to 4am when I needed to pee, I then went straight back to sleep.

Tasha came and spoke to her dad about loaning her money to get another car she wants something smaller and he said he would, I was surprised.

Yesterday she came down in a bit of a state because she realised her car runs out of rego on Monday, she asked me to pay the CTP for her, and she went and got a rego check. All is good now.

I have had a so so day not great but could have been worse.

Steps:6,675

I had an ok night I was up twice to pee and when Tim’s alarm went off at 4.45am and since I was more or less awake, I got up.

I had my dental appointment, she cleaned out some gunk around the bottom teeth, she also told me it isn’t a long-term fix, and I am going to lose my bottom teeth and wants me to see about going on the waiting list for dentures. She also told me to rinse my mouth twice a day with a particular mouthwash, which I have bought cost $16, and I have to use it for 5 days.

Tim will be home later then usual as he has another job after his school run.

Steps:6,466

I had another good night slept through till Tim’s alarm went off at 4.55am, I am up and waiting for Tim to leave so I can have a shower. It is 10c or 50f at 5am.

Walked up and had a look at
I have had a good day until around 4.30pm when I started to feel sick as in nauseous and extremely tired.

Steps:8,225

I slept well woke only once to pee and that was at 4am, it has been a rough start to the day with legs that didn’t want to work as they should but by 9.30, they are improving.

I went to ride the scooter up to Tasha’s but only got as far as the front door when it died, the battery needs replacing

Tim will be home around 7.45 a s he has another job after the school run.

Steps: 8,253

I slept well woke only once to pee and that was at 1.30am after that I went back to sleep till just before the alarm went off.

It is a wet morning with heavy steady rain it is supposed to rain all day like it is now. Thankfully I don’t need to leave the house today.

Tasha sent me a voice message, and I could hear the pain in her voice which made me want to cry, the pain is in her back she has had back X-rays done and they do not look good. I told her to ring the ambos and if needed go to hospital.

Tim rang to let me know he will be home long after I have gone to bed as he is now doing a rail run which is around an hour and a half each way.

Tasha has improved she had a hot shower and that helped enough. She does have a high pain threshold.

Steps: 9,133

I slept well woke only once to pee and that was at 1.30am after that I went back to sleep till just before the alarm went off.

I woke up at 4.40am to pee and stayed up, Tim was asleep on the lounge he said he wasn’t able to settle so stayed up and got what sleep he could. He had the heater on, and the room was so suffocatingly hot.

I managed to walk down and post my letters when I got home, I was exhausted.

This afternoon Drew and family were moving; Tasha doesn’t know if it is a permanent move or temporary only time will tell.

Steps:11,850

I slept well woke three times to pee and ended up staying up after I got up to pee at 4.30am.

I have paid Natasha comprehensive car insurance she transferred the money to me so I could pay it for her.

Had a great chat with Kathy this morning loved it.

It has been hot day.

Steps: 10, 855

 

 

 

 

 

 

The World’s Oldest Cats

 

Today I am writing about two very old cats starting with Flossie, the oldest living cat in 2026, and Creme Puff, the oldest ever recorded

As of October 2026, Flossie is the oldest verified living cat. The British tortoiseshell was born on 29 December 1995, making her 30 years old. Guinness World Records first recognised her as the world’s oldest living cat in 2022.

Flossie lives in Orpington, England, with her owner, Victoria Green. Although she is deaf and has limited eyesight, she remains affectionate and enjoys eating, sleeping and gentle play.

The other one was Creme Puff, a domestic cat from Austin, Texas, is widely recognised as the oldest cat ever recorded. She was born on 3 August 1967 and lived until 6 August 2005—an extraordinary 38 years and 3 days.

She belonged to Jake Perry, who also cared for another exceptionally long-lived cat named Grandpa Rex Allen. Creme Puff’s lifespan was remarkable because most pet cats live for roughly 12 to 18 years, although some reach their twenties.

Her story is a reminder that genetics, attentive care, a safe home and regular veterinary support can all contribute to a cat’s wellbeing. Even so, reaching Creme Puff’s age remains exceptionally rare, which is why her record continues to capture the imagination of cat lovers around the world.

 

Links

 

Here are this week’s links

https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2026/10/sharing-my-world_01788353466.html

https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2026/10/just-bit-of-hodgepodge.html

 https://jamfn.blogspot.com/2026/10/tuesdays-four-on-thursday.html

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Huge Herbivore Dinosaurs: Giants of the Prehistoric World

Today’s post is about huge herbivore dinosaurs can you imagine an animal longer than a bus, with a neck stretching towards the treetops and feet built to carry an enormous body. Some of the largest dinosaurs were herbivores: animals that ate plants rather than other animals. The biggest belonged to a group called sauropods, recognised by their long necks, long tails, small heads and four sturdy legs.

Among these giants were Argentinosaurus and Patagotitan, which lived in what is now Argentina during the Cretaceous Period. Estimates suggest that these enormous dinosaurs grew to around 30 metres or more in length and weighed many tens of tonnes. Their exact sizes remain uncertain because fossils are incomplete, and scientists must reconstruct much of their bodies from the bones available.

Other famous sauropods included Brachiosaurus and Diplodocus. Brachiosaurus had forelegs longer than its hind legs, giving its body a distinctive upward slope towards the shoulders. Diplodocus had a remarkably long tail and a more lightly built frame. Although both were huge plant-eaters, their different body shapes likely helped them feed in different ways.

Keeping such enormous bodies fueled meant eating large quantities of vegetation. Sauropods used their teeth to crop or strip plants, generally swallowing their food without chewing it thoroughly. Their long necks allowed them to reach a wide area of vegetation without constantly moving their heavy bodies. Plant material was then processed in their digestive systems.

Not every large herbivore was a long-necked giant. Triceratops carried three horns and a broad bony frill, while Ankylosaurus had protective amour and a heavy tail club. These dinosaurs were smaller than the largest sauropods but still impressive animals.  

Understanding Lung Diseases

Today I am looking at the so-called common lung diseases are conditions that affect the airways, lung tissue or blood vessels in the lungs. They can make breathing difficult and reduce the body’s ability to take in oxygen. Some illnesses develop suddenly, while others last for years and require ongoing care.

Common Types

·       Asthma: Inflammation and narrowing of the airways can cause wheezing, coughing, chest tightness and breathlessness.

·       Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): A long-term condition involving airflow limitation, often associated with emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Smoking is a major risk factor, although other exposures and genetic factors can also contribute.

·       Pneumonia: Inflammation of the lungs, often caused by a bacterial or viral infection. It can cause coughing, fever and difficulty breathing.

·       Pulmonary fibrosis: Scarring of lung tissue that makes the lungs less flexible and can cause increasing breathlessness.

·       Bronchiectasis: Damage and widening of the airways, often associated with an ongoing mucus-producing cough and repeated chest infections.

·       Lung cancer: Uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the lungs. Smoking increases the risk, but people who have never smoked can also develop it.

Common symptoms include a persistent cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, tiredness and repeated chest infections. These symptoms can have several causes, so they do not confirm a particular disease. A cough lasting more than three weeks, unexplained weight loss or increasing breathlessness should be assessed by a doctor. Coughing up blood also needs prompt medical attention. Severe difficulty breathing, blue or grey lips, confusion or difficulty speaking because of breathlessness requires emergency help.

When you see a doctor the doctors assess symptoms, medical history and exposure to smoke, dust or chemicals. Depending on the suspected condition, tests may include breathing tests such as spirometry, chest imaging and blood tests. Treatment varies with the disease and its severity, and may include prescribed medicines, pulmonary rehabilitation or specialist care. Avoiding smoking and second-hand smoke, reducing exposure to harmful dust and fumes, and discussing recommended vaccinations with a healthcare professional can help protect lung health. Early assessment and appropriate treatment can improve symptoms and quality of life, even when a condition cannot be cured.

 

A Brief History of Television

Today I thought I would write a bit about the history of TV.

Television began with an extraordinary ambition: to transmit moving pictures over a distance. It was not the invention of one person, but the result of decades of experiments in light, electricity and communication. What started as a small, flickering image eventually became a familiar feature of everyday life, bringing entertainment, news and distant events into people’s homes.

Early television systems used rotating discs to scan images line by line. In 1926, John Logie Baird demonstrated a working mechanical television system in London. Its pictures were small and low in detail, but they showed that moving images could be transmitted and reconstructed. Meanwhile, inventors including Philo Farnsworth and Vladimir Zworykin developed electronic approaches. Electronic television offered better picture quality and became the foundation of broadcasting for much of the twentieth century.

In 1936, the BBC began a regular television service from Alexandra Palace in London. Television was initially an expensive novelty with a limited audience, and the Second World War interrupted its development. After the war, broadcasting expanded rapidly. During the 1950s and 1960s, television became a household fixture in many countries. Families gathered to watch news bulletins, comedy, drama, variety shows and sport, often arranging their evenings around broadcast schedules.

Regular television broadcasting began in Australia on 16 September 1956, when Sydney’s TCN-9 went on air. The Melbourne Olympic Games later that year helped introduce audiences to the possibilities of televised sport. As stations opened in more cities and regional areas, television became an important part of Australian life. Viewers initially watched in black and white; the official introduction of colour television on 1 March 1975 brought a striking change to the home viewing experience.

Later developments changed both television technology and viewing habits. Cable and satellite services increased the choice of channels, while video recorders allowed viewers to save programmes for later. Digital broadcasting improved transmission and enabled additional services, and flat-screen displays gradually replaced bulky picture-tube sets. Internet streaming took the change further, allowing audiences to choose what to watch and when, rather than relying entirely on a broadcaster’s timetable.

The history of television is therefore more than a story of better screens. It is also a story of changing routines and shared experiences. From early mechanical experiments to on-demand programmes, television has continually evolved while retaining its central appeal: bringing moving images and stories to an audience.

 

Week 42 of 2026

 

I got up at 4.50am again it is a nice morning not hot or cold just nice, it will warm up as the day progresses.

Tim slept in till around 9.30am he spent hours just scrolling through his phone as per usual.

I have had a shit all productive day just no motivation and feeling so tired. Had a 30-minute nap this morning should have had another one but didn’t.

Around 6pm when I went to change for bed, I wasn’t with it, I knew I needed help and said something about calling Tasha, Tim sent her a text she was asleep and didn’t get it. I managed somehow, Tim gave me a little bit of help, he took my socks off.

Steps: 6,110

Monday and Tim has gone to work I have had a shower and dressed in shorts for the day, now to get breakie.

It has heated up by 10am it was 29c and by midday it was 32c and I turned the air con on.

I managed a nap around 11am for about 20 minutes.

After lunch I ironed Tim’s work shirts, speaking of lunch Tim did a baked lunch which was nice

Steps: 7,119

Had a pretty good night woke at 4.30am, washed dressed and then cleaned the kitchen, swept and vacuumed. While I was sweeping out the front Jess rang and asked me to ring Sam from 10am till she answers.

I rang Sam and she answered straight away.

It started to rain around 2pm have felt not with it all day I have had 3 naps due to how tired I am.

Steps: 7,323

SANDY’S 49^TH BIRTHDAY

Had a pretty good night woke at 4.30am, to the sound of rain I washed dressed and out to the kitchen to another right mess for me to clean up.

A coldish day and a wettish day as well, I have had a good and busy morning but after lunch I will need a nap.

Yes, I had a nap, and it helped I walked up to check the letterbox and had 5 letters there 3 for me and 1 for Tim his new appointment at the JHH and the last one was for our neighbour which Tim will take over when he gets home.

Steps: 6, 595

Another good night slept through till the alarm went off, I am however, all over the place was going to do a load of washing but decided to do it when I get home. It’s shopping day so I don’t want to feel rushed.

It is only 10c this morning that is 50f and the time 6am.

Sue rang me at 8.40am to let me know her car wouldn’t start; she rang Sandy as she thinks it’s the battery.

Sue arrived around 9.30am Sandy went a jumped started the car and said she didn’t think it was the battery. After we did the shopping, the car started without a problem.

It was 11.45am when I got home have to say it has felt like a short day.

Steps:7,239

DADS HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY ALSO ISSY BIRTHDAY (SUE’S GRANDDAUGHTER)

I slept well woke at 4.30am to pee and felt wide awake so up I got, I decided I would have my shower after Tim leaves for work. So, the first things I did was open the front door, tidy the kitchen and toss the washing into the machine and start the washing.

I looked online to see what my parents old house is now worth between 750,000 and 950,000……….Damn

Sandy picked me up and took me to the cemetery and left dad’s card on his headstone. I didn’t get out of the car as I have had a fair bit of trouble walking this today. Sue drove me home and before we did, we went by the old house and just sat and talked about old times.

Steps:7,9170

Had a good night woke with the alarm this morning. It is supposed to be a cool dry day with a top of 20c or 68f. At 6am it is 12c or 53.6f.

I have had a good morning walked down and posted some letters and managed to iron Tim’s work shirts but had to stop and lay down and rest for 20-minutes before finishing the ironing.

I have had trouble walking again today.

Tim was home by 3.30pm and after half an hour he went outside to work on the new trailer.

I made a start on next year’s calendars. Will do something each day till it’s done.

Steps: 7,445