Back from my six-month check-up and, despite my misgivings, I'm happy to report everything (blood-pressure, A1c, cholesterol, etc.) was all sharply lower; this despite having packed 7-8 pounds back on (for which I got a damn good lecture). Safely back in the pre-diabetes range, but the prescribed metformin and atorvastatin stay in place.

I need a new walking buddy; Kenzie is just not interested (she'd rather party):