I fasted today since today I had an appointment with an examiner, so that I could progress towards life insurance.
They take vials of blood, a pee sample, your blood pressure (3 times - not in a row), and your height and weight. Combined with a few questions about any nasty habits (do you smoke), you feel a little less than violated, but feeling judged will definitely be one of your emotions.
This is the second time I've subjected myself to this process. The first time was last year around June. Unfortunately my brother had died not long before of what the med examiner could only write up as a heart attack, and that bumped me down two levels and considerably increased my premiums.
Hopefully we get better results this time.
I'm applying for less insurance and for a shorter term of ten years.
My theory is that I really don't want to bet that I will be dying soon, and I wouldn't even bother except that I would leave my lovely Jenny in a lurch if the unfortunate did happen.
Anyhow, I'm having something eat since my fast started at 8 am. I didn't intend to fast for this many hours, but circumstances prevented me from eating lunch (griss for another blog entry!).
I decided Chinese food would be the perfect placator for my growling stomach.
Lucky House (5905 NE Halsey) was the last place Jenny and I had good Chinese food, so it readily came to mind. Tonigt I'm getting the #7 - General Tso's Chicken, Fried Shrimp, BBQ Pork, and Pork Fried Rice! I'msalivating just typing that out :)
It also so happens to be all night happy hour (a much loved Portland event) so I was convinced to get a rum and coke while I waited - it didn't take much. I'm smartly letting the alcohol process out of my system, while writing this wonderful blog.
Come check the place out sometime.
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