#kill grill chill 2023

[fighting-name-huang]

Hooray for kill, grill, and chill on Saturday!!

[fiftytwotwentythree]

Wellness Wednesday:

Making Core Memories

This entire week has been a countdown to some quality family time.

I've had effing blast and honestly didn't have single disappointment or setback.

Things went as plan - things were loose and chill. I may have lost a little sleep but it was well worth it.

Oh, and... I broke the plateau and finally surpassed 80 pound mark - just the cherry on top for the this entire week.

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31st CHECK-IN:

Current Goals:

Lose 52 lbs

Completed as of 4/12/2023

New Goal: Maintain or Continue on The Weight Loss Path

Avoid "Junk Food"

Minimize Take-Out / Fast Food Consumption

Short Term:

Vegetarian-ish Diet: Completed

End Date: 4/09/2023 - 46 Days Total

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Stats from July:

Food:

Oranges: 34

Salads: 28

"Bags" of Popcorn: 26

Leftover Meals: 16

Cans of Soup: 3

Take Out: 0

Candy/Sweets: 0

Workout:

Jumping Jacks: 6,200

Push-Ups: 3,100

Glute Bridges: 3,100

Assisted Push-Ups: 3,100

Reverse Leg Lifts: 1,550

Leg Kickbacks: 1,450

Sit-Ups: 1,500

Plank (mins): 80

Squats: 0

Weight Loss:

Weightloss This Month: -3.6 lbs

Average Weightloss per Week: -0.9 lbs

Total Weightloss: -80.8 lbs

Entertainment:

Movies Watched: 19

Favorite from the Month:

Barbie

Hours of Television Watched: ~ 17 hours

( Crime Scene Kitchen, The Bear, The Righteous Gemstones, I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson, Adam Eats the 80's)

Reading

Books:

Books Completed This Month: 0

Book Title(s) Completed This Month: -n/a-

Book Total for the Year: 2

Comics:

Comics Completed: 2

Trades Completed: 15

Comic/Trade Titles Completed:

Flashpoint

The Last Ronin

Doom Patrol (2016-2018) Vol 1: Brick by Brick

Chew Vol 1: Taster's Choice

The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl Vol 2: Squirrel You Know It's True (2015)

Rick and Morty Vol 1

Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe

Fantastic Four (1961) Issue #1

Incredible Hulk (1962) Issue #2

Paper Girls Vol 1

Bitch Planet Vol1: Extraordinary Machine

Umbrella Academy Vol 2: Dallas

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The IDW Collection Vol 1

All-Star Superman

Batman '89 (2021)

All New X-Men Vol 1: Yesterday's X-Men

X-Men: Dark Phoenix Saga The Complete Collection (Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011))

Favorite Comic/Trade Read:

The Last Ronin

Magazine(s):

Magazine(s) Completed: 0

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Meal Tracker:

THURSDAY

Lunch:

Bowl of Progresso Tomato Basil Soup

- 10 Crackers

(1) Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Snack:

Serving of Blue Diamond Almonds

Bag of Orville Redenbacher Ultimate Butter Popcorn

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

Supper:

Large Plate of Dirty Rice mixed with Dice Hashbrowns & Peppers

- Wild Rice

- Italian Sausage

- Onions

- Celery

- Carrots

- Kidney Beans

- Steak Seasoning

- Cumin

- Chicken Broth

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

FRIDAY

Lunch:

Large Leftover Plate of Dirty Rice

(2) Servings of Blue Diamond Almonds

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

Supper:

Large Leftover Plate of Dirty Rice

- Fried Egg

- Diced Hasbrowns with Peppers

Burrito

- Dirty Rice

- Diced Hasbrowns with Peppers

- (Runny) Fried Egg

- Roasted Red Salsa

- Sour Cream

- Cholula Hot Sauce

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

SATURDAY

Lunch:

StarKist Ranch Flavored Tuna on a Croissant with (2) Slices of Pepperjack Cheese

Great Value Teriyaki Tuna & Rice Bowl

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

Snack:

Bag of Smartfood's White Cheddar Popcorn

Bag of Orville Redenbacher Ultimate Butter Popcorn

Supper:

Large Plate of Spaghetti

- Parmesan Cheese

(3) Scoops of Cottage Cheese

(6) Scoops of Green Beans

(2) Garlic Parmesan Rolls

(2) Glasses of Chocolate Milk

SUNDAY

Lunch:

Bowl of Cesaer Salad with Croutons

(2) Scoops of Cottage Cheese

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

Snack:

Serving of Blue Diamond Almonds

Bag of BBQ Corn Nuts

Individual Bag of Wonderful's Shelled Sweet Chili Pistachios

Bag of Orville Redenbacher Ultimate Butter Popcorn

Supper:

Bowl of Leftover Cesaer Salad with Croutons

(2) Scoops of Cottage Cheese

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

(2) Small Oranges

MONDAY

Lunch:

Cobb Salad

Snack:

Serving of Blue Diamond Almonds

Supper:

Santa Fe Style Salad

(2) Small Oranges

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

TUESDAY

Lunch:

Chef Salad

Serving of Blue Diamond Almonds

Supper:

Spinach Dijon Salad

(2) Oranges

WEDNESDAY

Lunch:

(4oz) Bag of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Vanilla Flavored Cashews Glazed Mix

(4oz) Bag of Sahale Snacks Pomegranate Flavored Pistachios Glazed Mix

Supper:

(4) Oven Baked Ham, Pastrami, Corn Beef, and Pepperjack Cheese Sliders

(2) Small Oranges

(1) Glass of Chocolate Milk

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Workouts:

THURSDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 sets of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

FRIDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 sets of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

SATURDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 sets of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

SUNDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 sets of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

MONDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 sets of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

TUESDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges [4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [5 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 set of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(100) Sit-Ups [5 Sets of 20]

WEDNESDAY

(200) Jumping Jacks [4 sets of 50]

(100) Glute Bridges[4 sets of 25]

(100) Push-Ups [10 sets of 10]

(100) Assisted Push-Ups [2 Sets of 50]

(50) Reverse Leg Lifts [5 sets of 10]

(50) Leg Kickbacks [5 sets of 10]

(5 min) Planks [5 Sets of 1 min]

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WEIGHT TRACKER:

Starting Weight (Noon, 1/01/2023): XXX.X lbs

Weight at Last Check-In, 7/26/2023: -0.4 lbs

Weight As of Noon, 8/02/2023: -2.4 lbs

Total Weight Loss: -80.8 lbs

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Closing Thoughts:

The Good:

Had a blast hanging with family.

Saw a great movie.

Got play some old and new, but all fun video games.

Broke 80 pounds.

The Bad:

If I had to make a complaint... I couldn't. This week was very chill.

The Ugly:

Nada.

[violetmuses]

Rupture || Chapter 4

Tag Team: @ocfairygodmother @bekscameron @stylesthesunflower @lilith-blackrose @punemy-spotted @ajokeformur-ray @a7estrellas @clints-lucky-arrow

2023

Marilyn Brooks

“Who do I have the pleasure of meeting?” Zemo spoke up and allowed the rasp of his Sokovian accent to rattle these walls without bringing on anger this evening. Nearby goons watched silently, turning their seats and showing obedience.

“My name is Marilyn Brooks and this is my colleague Charlotte Mills.” I introduced us both as if Zemo actually were someone else. Criminals of his stature always understood that fear would have immediately triggered madness in this space.

“Hello, ladies.” He then repeated the first greeting to us as his Sokovian accent rasped once more.

For a moment, Charlotte set one hand onto my shoulder and silently confirmed her chance to take charge of this situation.

“We’re not afraid of you.” Charlotte lowered her voice. Seconds later, my best friend stepped forward to click her stilettos. She then circled around this monster like any shark who had just found their desired prey.

“How could anyone living on this Earth fear such beauty, Ms. Mills?” At least had been respectful enough to address Charlotte with her last name, but I would’ve cringed about his compliment otherwise.

“Flattery will never excuse your behavior or actions, Zemo. Why did you escape prison?” Charlotte probed him further, still keeping her voice leveled. All around us, goons kept silent and watched this moment play out between them.

“Freedom.” His answer to Charlotte sent chills down my spine, but I wouldn’t falter of course.

“If every single criminal in the world left prison the way you have, chaos and danger would last forever.” Charlotte affirmed horrors of what freedom Zemo just granted himself.

“Why are you here?” Zemo sized Charlotte up as patience grew thin across his own face. I nearly stepped up to interfere, but Charlotte handled this point before I could say anything else.

“Justice. I know that law enforcement officials can't arrest you here, but once we leave Madripoor, everyone will know that you’re still a monster. Consider tonight your last warning.” Seconds later, Charlotte vowed to bring hell upon this man once word spread back to the media.

“Publish those atrocities all you want Miss Mills, but as long as I stay here, nothing else can stop me.” Zemo croaked his Sokovian accent once more, asserting his own power right back to Charlotte.

“Hold on, Zemo. I thought that you couldn’t stand gods.” Charlotte offered this fair statement. I hissed, realizing how ironic Zemo acted right now. Even some of the goons around us mumbled in slight agreement, but were still quiet.

“Supremacy and freedom are completely different topics.” Zemo lifted both of his gloved hands while still addressing Charlotte.

“No semantic bullshit, I’m not stupid.” Charlotte gritted her teeth, reasonably fed up. Some of those goons grumbled with shock in the background again.

“I never said that you weren't intelligent, Ms. Mills.” Zemo’s gaze towards Charlotte seemed apologetic for once, but that look could’ve been manipulative anyway.

“The implication towards me was still offensive.” Charlotte said back.

“Apologises.” Zemo whispered, almost sounding inaudible near us.

“Enjoy your second round of so-called freedom because I won’t stop working until you’re standing behind bars again.” Charlotte made one final point before glancing towards me and leading us both towards the nearest exit.

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“Are you serious, Charlotte? Taking Zemo on like that was dangerous. What if I wasn’t around?” James grilled Charlotte once all of our car doors slammed shut.

“I’m not a child, Bucky. Stop it.” Charlotte depanned her voice without making eye contact with James.

“I’m not treating you like a child, Charlotte. It’s called protection.” James shook his head, but I could still hear the way he argued with my best friend.

“He’s got a point, Char. What if something did go wrong tonight?” I faced Charlotte too, but she wouldn't make eye contact with me either.

As glimpses of vibrant neon lights and dark tints from street lamps zoomed beyond these car windows, her face looked terrifyingly numb.

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Later that night, James had pulled even more strings for us. Now, Charlotte and I shared this gorgeous hotel suite with two bedrooms in Hightown. Considering what happened if we stayed around Zemo any longer, my skin would’ve crawled.

“Will you talk to me?” I questioned Charlotte while sitting barefoot on the living room couch.

“There’s nothing to talk about. We’re leaving in the morning anyway.” Charlotte answered and still wouldn’t look at me.

“Char…” My heart dropped, but I wouldn’t cry of course.

“I just want to get this story over with, Mary. You should be grateful that we confronted Zemo without dying, all right? That’s how dangerous he is.” Charlotte shook her head and finally glanced towards me here.

“I know you’re frightened now, but I was so proud of you back there.” I offered the truth and hoped to encourage her.

“If we showed fear, Zemo would’ve killed us and you know it. What if he found Bucky tonight too?” Charlotte spoke up, but still wouldn’t allow herself to cry, either.

Damn. I thought.

Charlotte was right. All three of us had survived this evening by the skin of our teeth.