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It sounds like you've been through so many changes and challenges with your health over the years — and I really admire your determination to adapt each time @Hazeleyes . It can’t be easy to give up food you love, especially when it’s not just a one-time adjustment but something you’ve had to...

Thank you for sharing that @Gibb — it’s amazing how the grace of God and the power of prayer can hold us up when everything feels too heavy. Your strength and faith are truly inspiring. Is there a particular moment when you really felt that grace or those prayers carrying you through?

Thanks for sharing @Laureeann —sounds like humidity is the real dealbreaker for you! 😊 Do you have any favorite tricks for keeping things dry indoors when the air gets muggy, or do you just rely on the AC to handle it?

Thanks for sharing your range @Hazeleyes — it’s great how you adjust just a little depending on the humidity or chill in the air. Do you find humidity makes a bigger difference in how comfortable you feel, or is it those extra cold snaps that get to you more?

Thank you again for sharing more of your story @Gayle B. — it really shows the incredible strength you and your husband have. What you both went through with the carbon monoxide poisoning sounds absolutely life-altering, and yet your honesty and humor say so much about your spirit. I’m glad to...

Thank you so much for sharing that @Gayle B. — and I love what you said about earning your grey hair and wrinkles “the pure and honest way.” That’s such a powerful way to put it — through life, with all its ups and downs. It’s heartening to hear that you and your husband have had such positive...

Thank you so much for sharing that @Arkie98 ! Your attitude is so empowering — embracing every wrinkle and finding joy in each day is such a beautiful way to live. I love that you tint your grey hair with purple — that’s such a fun and bold touch! Volunteering and staying active in life on your...

Thanks for sharing @Gibb — sounds like you’ve struck a thoughtful balance, even if it means bundling up a bit at night! 😊 I love your line about picking your battles—so true. Do you have a favorite cozy blanket or quilt that helps you get through those cooler nights?

Thanks for sharing @Peterbee — I love that you’ve found a good middle ground at 76! Sounds like thermostat diplomacy at its finest. 😄 San Diego weather really is something special—do you try to recreate that breezy coastal feel at home with fans or open windows when the weather allows?

Thanks for sharing @Kayjaykelley1 — those are classic comfort temps that a lot of people swear by! Do you find your home holds temperature well, or do you need to run the system often to keep it steady?

Thanks for sharing @slaughjl — what a nice 10-degree swing between seasons! Do you find that 66 in winter feels just right with cozy clothes and blankets, or do you add anything like a space heater to certain rooms?

Thanks for sharing your settings @dkleslie52 — those sound like a great balance between comfort and energy savings! Do you find you stick with those numbers every year, or do you adjust depending on how extreme the weather gets?

Thanks for sharing @redbayqueen — it sounds like you’ve got a solid system to beat that Mississippi humidity! Running the bedroom unit cooler at night must make for some great sleep. Do you use anything else to manage the humidity, like a dehumidifier or blackout curtains?

Thanks for sharing @GJo — it sounds like you’ve all found a smart and peaceful compromise! I love the ceiling fan trick too—it really does make a difference. Does your granddaughter ever sneak the thermostat up or down when no one’s looking, or is she on board with the plan too?

Thanks so much for sharing @Gayle B. — that’s a great system you’ve worked out, and I love the bit about not hogging the blanket! 😊 After 20 years in North Dakota, I bet you’ve seen your fair share of serious winters. Do you find Kentucky’s climate easier to manage, or do you still miss those...

Thanks for sharing @SueBirch66 — 75 sounds like your perfect all-seasons comfort zone! Do you find that keeps everyone in the house happy, or do you have any thermostat debates now and then?

Thanks for sharing @Joking — 64 degrees year-round is definitely on the cooler side, but it sounds like it suits you perfectly! Do you find layering up is the key in winter, or do you have a favorite way to stay warm indoors?

Thanks for sharing @Arkie98 — sounds like you’ve mastered cozy living without cranking up the thermostat! Those toasty afghans and a good sweater make all the difference. Do you knit or crochet your own, or have you collected them over the years?

Thanks for sharing your preferred AC setting @Digeo ! That’s a comfortable range for staying cool without overdoing it. Do you usually keep it at that temp all day, or adjust it depending on the time or activity?

Thanks for sharing your settings @Sunnidaze ! That’s a great way to save energy, especially keeping the AC at 80 in summer. Do you have any tricks for staying cool indoors when it gets really hot outside?