One of the activities I’ve engaged to fill the time is playing darts again. I play league on Wednesdays and Fridays, and tourneys on Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. And while I have yet to recapture the passion I once held for the game, through sheer repetition some of my old skills appear to be returning. I’m not the darter I once was, but I’m good enough to be reasonably competitive here in Barretto.
Given the frequency of my play I’ve brought some of my old darts jerseys out of retirement. I probably look ridiculous or worse, like I’m bragging or showing off, but what the hell. I’ve got to change shirts at least twice a day here anyway, may as well wear the ones that were purposed for darts.
Like this one. Had it custom made at an Itaewon tailor probably ten years ago or so. It actually used to fit! I’m not the man (or darter) I used to be!
My dart nickname was “The Walrus”. I had the handlebar mustache “tusks” and the big ass belly to play the role.
Times change. Things change. And life goes on. Even the parts without darts:
My Buddy chillaxin’ after our walk. Really proud of him for learning so much so fast, most importantly that I’m the boss! Not that I don’t have to remind him now and then.
Buddy does like to chew on stuff. Got him off the tissues, but he likes my dirty socks now. He must really love me! I want to find him a chew toy like this one. Enhance his watchdog image!
I’m paying big bucks for views like this, you bet your ass I’m going to enjoy it!
Keeping the grill busy with these New York steaks…
These were much more tender than the ribeyes I bought at the same store. Flavorful too.
And I’m keeping the crock pot busy. My first pulled pork experiment in the Philippines.
Still haven’t found a good pork roast yet. This meat I bought the other day was just okay. Still, better than nothing!
Here’s to hoping one day I’ll look back and remember these as the “glory days”.
All the food looks amazing. Peas, carrots, potatoes, corn—absolutely none of that is Atkins-friendly. I’m proud of you. Fuck Dr. Atkins. He can burn in hell.
Yeah, as long as I stay under 200 I’m going to enjoy what I enjoy eating. That was always my motivation.
Fantastic weight loss John. From memory didn’t you start at 260? I know walking has been a key part of your weight loss strategy but you still seem to eat well and drink well ……what is the secret?
Greg, yes 267 to be precise. I went from being basically sedentary to walking two or more hours per day, so that was a big part of it. The other major lifestyle change was going on a low-carb regimen. No sweets, breads, or other carb rich foods. Lately I’ve been forgoing lunch, but eating most everything else I want. Hopefully I can maintain a sub-200 weight this way. Otherwise, I kick the carbs again.