Sugar Shakers - Sugar Busters Weekly Support Board 7/8-7/14

This is the
SUGAR BUSTERS WEEKLY SUPPORT BOARD where all of you who are following this WOE, or are thinking about doing so, are welcome to come join in and be a part of our wonderful group.

Other than finding support and friendship on this board, we also try to do something during the the week to add a little difference to our board.

MONDAY-MOTIVIATIONAL MONDAY
TUESDAY-TUESDAYS TIPS & FACTS & CHAT AT 9:15PM EST
WEDNESDAY-WEIGH-IN WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY-THURSDAY RECIPE DAY
FRIDAY-FRIDAY FUNNIES


Please take some time to check out our extensive recipe boards. Our RECIPE BOARDS can be located at the link below:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?forumid=89


We have SEVEN INFORMATIVE BOARDS!!!! Please take a few minutes to visit them! New information is continually being posted, so please make sure you visit them often!!! The boards are listed below as well as the link that will take you to the boards:

THE RECOMMENDED READING BOARD
THE TOOLS & TIPS BOARD
THE FOOD INFORMATION BOARD
MOTIVATIONAL & INSPIRING THOUGHTS BOARD
MY FAVORITE SB LEGAL FOODS
SB 2002 BIO BOARD
SB 2001/2002 PHOTO ALBUM BOARD

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?forumid=87

We also have a SB WEEKLY EXERCISE BOARD that you can log your daily/weekly exercises on which is located on our weekly support board:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=17858

Then there's our latest addition to the SB BOARDS which is called OFF THE EATEN PATH This board is for everything NOT related to SB. You can use this board to post questions or comments on just about anything (okay, within reason). A book you recommend, a cleaning tip, a great website deal, etc. etc. Here's the link:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?forumid=90


NEWBIES! (aka new members) If you would like to REPLY to any of our threads, please hit POST REPLY not NEW THREAD, then type your message in and hit SUBMIT REPLY. If you need to edit your reply, just click on edit located in the body of your post and make changes as you need to, then hit SUBMIT NOW.


WELCOME! :D

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GOOD MONDAY MORNING EVERYONE!

Will post my usual morning post sometime later, but wanted to make sure I got our
MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY done early in the morning, so here's my contribution for MM, I thought it went well with the poll this week:

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WEAKNESS INTO STRENGTH

It doesn't matter that you've stumbled a dozen times, or a hundred, or a thousand. You can still get up and move forward just as surely and quickly as if you had never fallen.

Today is a brand new day, and the very place where you are is a starting point from which anything is possible. Get on with the business of living to the fullest. Never before have you had as much experience, or as much desire to move forward, as you do this very moment. Now is your time to really get it right; now is your time to shine.

Every weakness you've ever known can be a source of strength the moment you decide to overcome it. As soon as you see what has been holding you back, you've identified a powerful way in which to move forward.

It doesn't matter what your limitations have been or what they continue to be. What matters is your resolve to move on past them. For as soon as you know what to do and why to do it, it has already begun to happen.

-- Ralph Marston

Have a wonderful day, and a fabulous week!!!!!

Debbie
194/12?/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

UGH!

I hit a key on my computer and poof, my entire post, gone into thin air!!!!

Okay, here I go again....

Good Monday Morning!!:wave:

Kids are off to school:D Got home just in time, it started to rain. Very gloomy and dark outside, nothing new for us lately, just ususually doesn't get like this til afternoon. Even though I'm dressed in my exercise clothes it doesn't seem like I will be getting out to do so, at least not at this time. I guess it's okay as I'm not feeling so hot anyhow and was going to try and just push myself. I've been paying homage once again to the Porcelain Goddess since last night. Didn't sleep well at all and woke up to find myself continuing to pay homage:eek: There's nothing more gross than having food that's been sitting in your stomach all night long come back up again:o It's either hormones (day 29 and no TOM yet) or my cooking is REALLY that bad!

Lauren and I went to the Mall yesterday, only made it through half before I started to get tired and peter out. Found her a couple items, but not tops/shirts as I hoped, which is what she needs most. Did find her some pants that were 50% + another 50% off:)

Before I forget, we did stop at the LINDT CHOCOLATE STORE how could I not? The gal told me that they are going to start carrying the 85% COCOA CONTENT CHOCOLATE BARS starting the end of September. These are the ones that I got from ROSALIE from Canada and now they're coming to the States!! YIPEEEE!!! Ummm, hmmm, maybe that's not such a good idea afterall, now that I think of it.:^: At least not for me.

Actually, my eating was excellent yesterday, back on track. As for how I feel right now, I have absolutely no desire to eat anything, not hungry and I can tell you it wouldn't even go down if I tried-still getting sick. I just hope this passes quickly, hate feeling like this!

SERENE, to answer your question about ELI'S trip...he was there for a month during XMAS 1999 and hadn't planned on making a trip like this for quite a few years as it's very costly to go there. His DD expressed that she wanted to go, so basically, he went for her, with her. They timed it also with a wedding that they attended yesterday for his Niece, like killing two birds with one stone. He still has 2 sisters that live there and 2 of his sisters who live in Canada made the trip as well. The only one missing from the event is his only brother that also lives in Canada and hasn't been back to Lebanon since he was 17, I believe. So, he's there, being spoiled rotten, I'm certain! Thanks for the FF, it provided a good laugh:D

GRACIOUS, that's a great loss for the week, it pays to get back on track! Not that I have any room to make suggestions, but I'd say to tell your GYNO about what you are experiencing about your TOM situation. I use to never know when my TOM was coming and could go months without one, but it was due to the excessive weight. Now, it's due to age.

JRED, love the pic, would love to see it bigger though. E-mail it to me as a link and I'll see if I can get it bigger on the board.

MONET, glad to see you are still alive and kicking. Hope you'll be back on board soon.

GUMBO, glad to hear you continue to do well! Which eggplant dish did you make-the gratin or the baked one? More eggplant to cook? Hmmm, maybe some eggplant parm-sounds good to me, love it, hate cooking it and sure can't find any place other than Italiani's that makes it good (they're in Orlando). How long will you be in WY?

I got an I/M from GLORY a little bit ago. She wanted me to let you all know that she misses you. There's something that's she's having to deal with at this time that's keeping her busy that she can't get on the board which I won't go into at this time, it's not for me to say, but it's heavy duty stuff. Anyhow, she just wanted me to let you all know that she hopes to get back on one day soon and that she is thinking about us all.

Well, I'm going to go check the weather and see what it looks like. I really would like to get in a walk, however slow I may be. I think the barfy feeling is starting to subside, though not totally. I hate not getting in a walk on a Monday, screws up my entire week somehow!

Will check back later. Hope you all have a wonderful week!

Debbie
194/128/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Just a quickie before I fly out the door. Sorry to be awol for most of this weekend. We spent most of our weekend working on the kitchen. Got most of the floor in yesterday. Looking much better. So I will get back to you all later today or tomorrow. I want to respond to some posts, but must get to the office. Is it Monday already? I sure did enjoy my 4-day weekend. Hope you all had a splendid one?

Take care!
Kim

Hi everyone,

Sorry I haven't posted lately, between my husband falling and spraining his funny bone and my little girl haveing an ear infection I haven't hardly had time to know my name. I can't sit at the computer very long these days as it makes my back hurt. I have 6 weeks left with this pregnancy. I will be glad when when it gets here. I only gained 1 lb in the last 3 weeks and it went to the baby. So far I have been feeling great. I am going in the hopital August the 18th to have a c-section. Its getting harder and harder for me to get up off the couch and the recliner now. Hope everyone has a great day. To those that lost in the last month congrats and to those that didn't keep on keepin on it will start to go when you least expect it.

What a quick weekend it was. Hard to believe it is July 8th already. The summers seem to fly. After church yesterday, we went to COSTCO and got some "buy one get one free's"...then went swimming for about 4 hours. My kids are looking like little berries.
My weight is still about 117. That is good enough for me. The 115 thing had to have been from all the sweet I lost at Billy Graham during the three days, and not to mention, I was eating like nothing due to the heat. So 117 is fine and dandy for me.

Deb, Deb, Deb....
When are you gonna get your butt to the doctor? Like the ads say..

JUST DO IT
You have not been feeling well for such a long time and it is not normal. Please go!!! If your hubby was going through what you have or you mom or child, you would insist....well, they all love and cpount on you as well, so for their sake, just go.
Ok...enough mothering!;)

To everyone who wrote kind words about my brother....Thank you so much. It was a long time ago...1984, but it is still hard and so very sad. And Deb, I do have the photo from the mag., but I have to dig it out. When I do, I will post it. My mom has a copy in a photo frame in her house.

Hope everyone has a fantastic day! We are gonna hit the bookstore and then the pool!

Hi everyone

I just gotta tell you guys, Yesterday was my Grandmothers 80th birthday and we had a big picnic for her. I stayed OP the whole day :jig: ....and to boot...I ate no starchy carbs all day....don't you just love it when you get through a day an realize you did not have starchy carbs??
I prepared for the picnic(lesson learned on july 4th)...I asked if there was going to be a veg tray and was told no....only non OP salads.....so right before we left I cut celery, carrots, cucumber and cauliflower and made a dip. That saved me!! I was in charge of making the cake, I stood there in the middle of 35 ppl going on and on about how good the cake was...luckily no one noticed that I did not eat any...LOL
I just love how easy it is not to eat tempting things on this woe. Don't get me wrong....there are definitely time that I am tempted, and it is usually near TOM. Just had to brag about that.

Hope everyone is doing well.....I'll catch up with everyone later!
Chris

OK, I'm back. All the well wishes, thoughts and prayers, just dragged me back here. Y'all are very powerful.

I'm feeling better today--at least in terms of this WOE--I know I feel so much better when I eat a low-glycemic diet. If nothing else--that should keep me on the right path. I found an article (extremely long--but well worth the time and effort) in the NY Times magazine yesterday on diets that is a must read! The link is below:

"What if it's all a big fat lie?" (http://www.nytimes.com/2002/07/07/magazine/07FAT.html)

The basic premise of the article is how the medical community latched onto the low-fat/high carb diet recommendations and now can't let them go. It also details how the research is really piling up to demonstrate that it is carbs (and not fat) that makes you fat! The author of the article points to a very strong correlation between the emphasis on low-fat recommendations and the epidemic of obesity and type 2 diabetes in the last 20 years.

What really made my blood boil was the author's mention of that statistic that I'm sure we are all familiar with--that 95% of people who lose weight will gain it back. I actually heard that on a 60 minutes story last night (before I read the article this morning) and it confirmed my crisis--why struggle to lose weight when I'll most likely gain it back? Well that statistic is from the work of one researcher who followed 100 dieters in the 1950s. So everyone is predicting our failure on a tiny research study that is more than 40 years old. AARRGGHHH!:eek:

So I'm pissed this morning--and that's a good thing. Your strong support and this article are my motivations this morning. I offer the link above as my contribution to motviation Monday.

Sheann--Goodness, you and your son remain in my thoughts and prayers. I hope he is now in an environment that will take the pressure off and relieve some of the anxiety so he can begin to learn to live with his illness. It really doesn't matter whether it is a mental illness or a physical illness--when it involves the brain--people just assume you can make it stop with sheer willpower, when nothing is further from the truth. I'm sorry your mother is being so difficult about this. I'm glad your son and his wife are getting counseling, but I hope you have someone to talk with about your pain and anxiety in dealing with your son's illenss and all the other tensions that come with it.

Deb--You are absolutly right! Of course you are right! I'm going to email you with my phone #. Good luck on the house cleaning. I've got to do mine--or be buried under the mess!

Kim--Thanks--you are also right.

BOB--what time you going to be swinging that wagon by here? I'll be listening for Rocky Top (thought I keep telling you that's dangerous is this state).

Everyone else--have a good day!

Love you all!

Susan

Debbie, thanks for offering to work on the picture. I used Adobe PhotoShop and couldn't keep it big and still meet the size requirement. Any tips will be most appreciated. I'll email the pictures to you.

I'll post later. Been uploading pictures of my trip onto my laptop. I took over 350! Digital cameras are the bomb!!!

Jeanie

Well... I can't seem to get my seatbelt fastened on this damn wagon. I seem to have faded into.. 'oh well.. what's one more cheat' mentality... GET ME OUTTA HERE!!! Pretty soon I'll be begging for my size 16's back ... NOT!!! I don't wanna go there!(Today's cheat... sit down Deb...a piece of a Mounds candy bar!!!!)

Ugh... I'm hoping it's cause TOM is due and I'll be able to regain control in the VERY near future!! Before I burst outta my jeans!

Anyway... just got home from work... still loving my job! Gonna go grab some ZzZzZzZzZz's and I'll post a longer one later!


JRed - Boy I look like I was up for 23 hours straight in that pic... oh wait... I was ;) I hope you get to come back soon and STAY longer!! :)

Nite All :wave:

Good morning everyone. Hope you had a nice 4th of July. Mine was very quiet as my husband had to work at the campgrounds here at night. They kept him busy! I just stayed home and watched fireworks on t.v. and read a little. It was easy to stay OP. I made a pan of legal lasagna and it turned out good. I used the whole wheat lasagna noodles and the sugar free spraggetti sauce.

Debilli- I like your message this morning. Sorry about you loseing your post I've done that before and want to scream or cry with flustration. Wish we had some of that rain. Its getting mighty dry around here and seems its raining all over... I hate you're feeling bad and hope you get okay soon.

The Quilter- I was gone over the 4th to. My excuse was I just didn't feel like getting on the computer. I'm glad you got that new floor about all in... MMMM I'll bet its nice.

Thunderwoman-woo hoo its getting closer and closer till baby time! You're doing great with your weight. Sounds like you've had your plate full with husband and daughter. Hope everything goes great..

Kimmy- Your weight sounds great. You do so good with it you're a real inspiration. What a great day you have planned book store and pool...Mmmm good...

Chris- Congrads on you OP day and at such a thing as a big picnic. How wise you were to bring the veggie tray.. I think I need to stay away from those starchy carbs for a day or two.

Fillise-Yea good to see you posting!!! I heard that about only 5% of the population keep the weight off. It really depressed me. Not that I'm not going to try my best to be in that 5% but it sure is deflateing to hear that and I hope we prove them wrong..

jred- Hope you get those photo's straightened out..

Well I'm at the end here for awhile. Hope you all stay cool and drink lots of water.

213/177/130

Hi Gang,

Hope Everyone is back in routine and back OP today. I really hate not being able to get on the boards over the weekend. Trying to get my computer fixed, but not looking promising.

Sounds like everyone had a nice 4th. I was off Friday, so the 4 days was a nice break. Went to the Zoo on Friday. Not too exciting. It was too hot for all the animals. Our new gorillas were just sitting around. Spent the day at the pool yesterday, I am pretty red today. Should be brown in a day or two. Had a cookout afterwards. I brought green beans, good thing, that was the only OP thing there other than the burgers ( I had mine w/o the bun).

Since everyone had been cleansing their souls, I ate some onion rings Sat nite. They weren't even very good, too much breading. I picked off most of it, but still ate some. I really felt bad about it and beat myself up alot, but the scale was the same today. I will just get "over it" and go on. No more cheats for me.

This is going to be a bad week for me at work. Don't know how much I will be able to get on here, but will try. I really need this board.

I skimmed the 4 pages of posts from last week. Sorry I won't be able to post to them. Try to keep up this week.

Deb, Feeling bad again. So sorry, but get her butt to the DR. Great MM today. Loved it. Guess we will be seeing alot more of you with Eli gone. How's the cleaning comimg? Still in the family room? Hope you feel better soon. Are you close to Orlando? MY DD is visiting a friend for a few days. The friend is playing Mickey Mouse for the summer. Just wondering if it was raining on her too.

Quilter, bet your kitchen is looking great. Glad you had a productive 4 day weekend.

Thunderwoman, Only 6 more weeks, that is wonderful. And you even know exactly when. Good luck. Do you know, boy or girl?

Kimmy, Hope yu have a great day at the pool. With this weather, that's the only place to be.

Chris, way to go staying OP at the party. It gets easier everyday with this WOE. Being prepared and planning ahead is the secret. We went to a friend's house Sat, and she brought out some cheese spread and crackers. I just opened my purse and had triscuits in there and 2 pieces of bread (that I didn't get to eat the nite before). I was ready for anything. Keep up the good work. BTW, Happy birthday to your GM.

Fillise, So glad you are back OP today. Hope you can hang in there with us. We are always here for you. Great article. It really does scare me about gaining the weight back, but I think this is such an eay WOE that I will be able to maintain ok. We SEC girls need to stay together. Bob can't bring that song here either.

Beth, Just stop it! You know that candy bar is a no-no. Don't even go there. Get back up in that wagon and hold on tight. You can do it girl. You are too pretty to gain your weight back.

Toni, Sounds like you had a relaxing 4th. It is so hot and dry here to, but I think we are going to get some rain tomorrow so maybe you will get it too. Your lasagna sounds good, I need to make some for my DD.

Sheann, Prayers and hugs to you and your son. Hopefully he can find some peace at his new home. You too, hopeyou can work things out with your mom. Older people just don't seem to understand sometimes. Hope you are sharing your feelings with someone. We are always here for you to talk to. I agree with the others, get out and walk or something, see people. Good luck.

Have a great day everyone. Hope to be back later.

Jackie
257/180/145
10-10-01

Hi Everyone,

I have missed all of you and thought of you often but haven't even had time to catch up on the past posts. I am staying on program (well except some of those almonds have sneaked back into my diet) and am maintaining at this time.

Deb: Great job on the update on the board.

I just know my life will settle soon.

Monday- Sheesh. I tried posting twice and both times it froze on me. I was forced to do this in Word lest it happen again!

Today is my 13th wedding anniversary and hubby has surprised me by arranging a friend from church to babysit our 3 kids so we can get an early start and go out at 4 pm this afternoon. We will look around town and find a nice restaurant to have dinner in, no doubt look through a few stores then catch a movie. After just having had our vacation and all the work on the house I didn’t think we would do anything, which would have been fine to me…but this is better!

I did the WATP 3 Mile Video workout this morning and I loved it! I could feel that is was more intense and really had my heart rate going. I know that I have good endurance so it was nice to see that I could get through it but still feel it is a good workout for me. So for those who were thinking about them, all 3 are great!

MONET- Of course I missed you! I knew you had been having some troubles after the wedding and you have been in my thoughts. I hope you are getting things sorted out with your daughter and keeping your eating as OP as possible. How are you feeling lately physically? I recall a change in meds in the recent past and wonder how they have settled in with you now that you have been on them awhile.

DEBELLI- I guess I will eventually address this TOM business with my doctor when I see him next but I won’t make an appointment just for that. You, on the other hand, should be getting yourself to the doctor with all the troubles you have been going through physically. Make sure you take care of yourself because you of all people know how important that is! One question that might seem odd but…I notice people talking about their kids going back to school. Is summer vacation over for the kids in the usa? Our kids get out of school mid to late June and are off until the first week of September….or is this extra summer school type stuff? I was just curious.

FILLISE- That is the spirit!! Stay on the wagon, it is better than being off even if it is a struggle.

Okay this has crashed on me 4 times and I can't take it anymore.

I did it!!!!!! :eek: Shocking!

Hello all! We had a pretty good weekend. Stayed mostly OP but didn't get to exercise...my first time going three days wihtout walking since starting last year. But that's okay...walked 3 slow miles this morning with my son. About 42 minutes to get them in. It was HOT and muggy at 9:00. I bought some new scales this weekend.

Let me just say OUCH! They weigh 4 more pounds than my old scales. I weighed on them both to make sure..soooo I guess I'll take the new horrible weight and go from there...158..UGH...it's funny how fat that makes me feel.

I'm on a mission this week...no starchy carbs and no meat..gonna see if I can get this thing on a roll again. Also going to walk twice a day unless weather won't let me. But that won't be an issue soon because my mom let me borrow her treadmill if I can get it to work. It's on my front porch right now waiting on me to figure out which screw goes where..LOL

Deb..you will be proud..we found a great bargin this week...30 dollar pogo sticks marked down to 6 something...wish they were for big people too...it looks like fun. :) Woman, woman, woman...you have got to know that you are way too tired and ucky feeling lately. If could be something simple like iron but if you don't fix it can turn into something serious. I don't like Drs. either but at least if you go you can have some idea what is up.

Fillise...so glad you are motivated and back on track. Your energy is motiviating me to get back with the program full force.

Happy Anniversary Gracious!!!!!!

Yellowrose..you are doing wonderful...doubt those almonds are hurting anything.

Thundermom...((hugzz)) Those last weeks are the hardest..you did great only gaining a pound.

Well, gotta move away from this computer before my hinny becomes glued to this chair. There is just not enough time in the day. :)

Love,
Crystle

235/158/140(new more realistic goal)

Just popping in quickly right now. I was surfing and accidentally came across this sweetening product called "KiSweet". It's supposed to be made from fruit--judging from the web site, I'd guess Kiwi fruit.

Has anyone heard of and/or used this product? Could it be an alternative to our difficult to get agave? It looks like this Kisweet is a powder.

I'd love to hear what anyone has to say about this.

Thanks.

Hi!:wave: Hope everyone's Monday is off to a good start!

I am back OP and feeling almost normal from the food and drink binge over the weekend. I find that it is easier to want to be back on track with the help and support of this wonderful group.

Debbie, thanks for filling me in about ELI'S trip to Lebanon. How old is his DD? I'm sure he will enjoy every minute of being spoiled by his sisters. Too bad his brother couldn't make the trip too. This is my second time trying to post as I was on about 4 am this morning, was about finished with a long one and it disappeared into thin air also. Maybe our posts went to the same place, wherever that may be. :( Sorry to hear that you are't feeling well again. How sick do you have to get before you will go to the doctor? Looks like we may have to send BOB your way to throw you in the wagon and take you herself!

Speaking of BOB, you have been quiet. Are you doing OK? The board just isn't the same without a daily post from you.

Gracious, it sounds like you are starting the peri-menopause stage indeed. I had the same symptoms in my mid 30's and that is what my Dr said I was doing. I hit the jackpot and was into full early menopause by age 42. It really isn't difficult as long as I stay on my hormone and thyroid rx's to keep me balanced. You are right, A BIG big part of the mid life changes is having a positive attitude, especially since we can't avoid what will be. I would tell you like I have Debbie, just talk to your doctor and get your hormones checked to make sure your level is where it needs to be. It makes a big difference! And, Happy Anniversary! How sweet of your husband to make special plans for the two of you.

j red, I enjoyed seeing the good picture of two pretty ladies. It is nice that you and Beth were able to meet. I have come to love having a digital camera also. The only problem I'm having is getting the pics downloaded on the computer. something isn't working just right. :( Will get it figured out sooner or later.

Gumbo, hope you have a safe and wonderful vacation to WY. That is one place I've always wanted to visit. Take some good pics to share with us.

Sheann, my heart goes out to you and your son. I can empathize with you as my 17 year old has lots of problems. He has spent most of his teen years, growing up in various juvenile detention programs. I believe that a part of his issues are mental health related. He was on a suicide watch the last time he was in the local detention facility. Sounds like your son is in a good place and I will pray that he gets the right care and help, and that you get the support that you need. I know how very heartbreaking and stressful this can be for you.

Monet, sorry to hear you are dealing with a lot of "stuff". Hope you will be back soon.

Hi Quilter :wave: Sounds like you had a productive weekend. Looking forward to seeing a pic of the new kitchen when it is finished. How is your sweet Maddie doing?

Chris, you sure are making good choices on planning to have OP food to eat. Way to go!

Tranquil, hope you are having a good work out at the gym. I'm glad you are back OP too. It makes it easier for me when you don't fall off the wagon and I don't come tumbling after you :lol:

Hi country, hope you get that treadmill put together. That sounds a lot better than getting out in the Texas heat to walk.

Well, out of time and have to go work a few hours. Will catch up more later.

Wendy

Is there any way to make this legal??? I don't have agave yet...I love this dressing!!

Oriental Dressing
3 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons rice winevinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Grey Poupon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon sesame oil

Hi Everybody!

Boy was it hard to get my fanny in gear today. Sounds like most people had a pretty good 4th. I think I mentioned that the neighboring town closest to us has a minor league baseball team, the Round Rock Express. They are the Double-A affiliate for the Astros. We went to the game on Thursday and had a blast. They had fireworks and during the 7th inning stretch, instead of everyone standing and singing "Take Me Out To The Ballgame", everyone sang "God Bless America". It was a pretty moving sight. Our team lost but we had fun anyway.

I did squeeze in some shopping too. I love to go just try on stuff to see what size I'm getting to be. When I started out, I was in a 2X or 22. I'm now in a pretty comfortable 16. I even squoze into a pair of Liz Claiborne size 14's. They were tight, but they were on and zipped. If that's not motivation, I don't know what is.

Ok, Deb, I know you've posted several eggplant recipes, but I don't remember where they are. I tried making some last night and it was gross. We went to our favorite restaurant on Friday and they had roasted eggplant topped with crawfish. It was to die for!

Sorry I can't post to everyone. I need to get back to work, vacation is coming up in 3 weeks so I'm pretty busy. Talk to you guys soon! Have a great day.

Trish

P.S. Chris, that dressing looks great. I would just substitute Equal or Splenda, whichever you use for the honey until you get agave (if you can find it). I'd just put in a packet at a time, tasting it after each one until it gets to the sweetness you like. It's probably not going to be exactly the same, but it should be close enough.

Ok, I blew it. I was legal over the 4th but dh & I still after 1 week weren't losing. Sooooo....broke down & rebought book. Now I have 1 to lend & other to keep. Seems I forgot the 2 hours after eating before fruit part. We were eating fruit & food together. Peter is down 5 lbs & me 1. But, we are now back on track hopefully. Absolutely doing the dance over Sugarbusters hamburger buns!!!!!! That was wonderful! I made some legal Applesauce cookies too. Just call me Betty Crocker. Gonna take a crack on Deb's crustless cheesecake when I get back to previous low of 138. Or need a sweet.

Well, my fanny is numb from all the catching up I did. Had a wonderful 4th with the family. Lounging by the pool, playing games & watching fireworks. It was the best weekend. Complete with water balloon fights. All my family is brown babies now.

ChrisB-congrats on weightloss!!!

Tranquil-Isn't it great to get compliments from personal trainers!

gymnut-Which was best-book or movie? Divine Secrets wise

Marie-Whoooo Hoooo. 197! Thanks for the info on Diet Rite. Too bad Splenda & I don't get along. Maybe in moderation.

Toni-Thanks for the help. I no longer stare at the chocolate syrup. Just glance now & then.

Quilter-I love you!!! You are so helpful. What color is your kitchen? I love watching Trading Spaces on TLC. I don't ever use any of those colors!!! Although the Pistachio was very appealing. I'd better get into the 22nd century soon. Gonna paint my hallway downstairs next.

sef-I love your sparkling water & seltzer w/o squeeze idea. Awesome.

Bob-how was Barry Manilow?

Deb-hope you're feeling better soon.

Gracious-Happy Anniversary.

Zanne-sorry don't know about Kisweet but my interested in piqued. Let me know.

Well, love to all. 'Fly girl.

Oooooh. All you prayers out there. Please say a prayer for dh. He's having trouble sticking because of only losing 5 lbs. Seems he has had the 5 lb fluctuation w/out all this work & wants to quit. Please pray he has a big drop soon. Thanks.

Hello:

I am back on the wagon – Deb you don’t have to smack me silly since I have done that myself today! I had a little bit of cottage cheese for breakfast because that is all I had – then for lunch I made this outrageously delicious salad! I worked out for an hour at the gym – I did ½ hour of weights and then the rest on the bike – sweating like a pig, but there was this really “hot” guy in the indoor pool = which my bike was facing = so I peddled and drooled at the same time ;) oooh baby – Beth, the tattoos on this man were incredible – huge tribal prints!

Okay so back to Planet Earth –

Serene – I will do my best again to be 100% OP – I don’t need all the hard work being ruined by binging on the weekend! So, please next time remember to remind me, no matter how fussy and sulky I get, that instead of drinking and eating for pleasure, need to go out and exercise – maybe a good walk on the beach!

Deb – Do you realize how many months now you have been suffering the vomiting thing? The word for the day is Tough Love – so this is my tough love to you, Get your tush in gear and get to the doctors! (looks like I am not alone here – you need to take notice – we all are saying the same thing!)

Thunderwoman – Wow – 6 weeks left – bet you are anticipating that day and after that you will be feeling so much better!!!! Good luck to you – sorry about the hubby injury and the little one’s ear infection! Ouch – hope all heal up!

Quilter – Have you taken before/after pictures of the kitchen? That is always fun to look at….

Kimmy – 117 is terrific!

Chris – that is great about celebrating her 80th birthday!!! But most of all, terrific that you stayed OP!!! Kudos to you!!!!

Fillise – Good to see you back – and I will have to look up that article and read it….

JRed – Loved the photo – you both looked terrific – love your hair cut!!!!

Toni – One day I will have to try making the WW lasagna too – sounds yummy!

Jack-K – Don’t you hate it when you have something illegal and it was not even worth it!!! Ahhh!!! I agree I need this board too – and the less I am on it, the more tempted I am to do harm to my OP eating…

Yellow Rose – Good to hear from you again !!!

Gracious – HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Country – Good luck getting the treadmill together! Nice to be able to use one – I wish I had one at the house!!! You can stay off the starchy carbs! I will do you a favor and do the same thing too – but I will be eating chicken and fish with veggies –

Zanne – Sorry, I have never heard of that sweetner...

Chris B – I would think you could just put artificial sweetner in it – like Splenda….just have to play around….

Trish – the Eggplant and Crawfish sounds soooo good!!!!!

VaFly – Your 4th of July sounds like a blast – a really good wholesome fun time! Good for you – yes, I do admit it feels good when the trainer compliments me on the work I am doing – makes me even more determined to be there!

Monet – Hope things get better for you – we miss you!

Last night I took that Zeus Greek Salad Dressing and marinated skinless –boneless chicken breasts, then I grilled them on the George Foreman…. I took a bag of the European lettuce blend, topped with grape tomatoes, a T. bacon, a little bit of 2% shredded Kraft cheddar cheese, cubes of the grilled chicken I made, and topped it with Brianne’s Caesar Salad Dressing – and had that for lunch and it was incredibly out of this world. Tonight is the same salad without the bacon crumbles because I only had a tiny bit in a bag and used it up – but I will probably put in thinly sliced red onion….maybe even some black beans that are rinsed.

Sabrina

HiedieHo All!!

Will try to answer some posts before I head out for the NH. DIL got back safe and sound. GD is staying on for a couple of weeks. That's a good thing, she doesn't get to spend time with her other grandmother ver much. Me? I'm around all the time!

TREE: It's amazing how the computer can make our lives easier or harder, whether at work or play. I think it's time to find Bandit's playmate(?) a new home. Not all people get along well, dogs don't either. Does not seem to be the dog for you.
Because of you I learned something new about Tucson. My kids lived there a year or so and I visited, I'll take my green mountains anytime! Maybe if I knew about the filming I would have looked for those sites as we went around. Liked your venture into films.

BOB: I'm so old I remember Manilow with Midler too! My DH used to say Manilow's singing gave him a headache everytime I played his tapes, I just passed the aspirin!

TRANQUIL: Ahhhh! The price of indulgence. My cure was always "hair of the dog" but guess That's not good now, just adds more NON-OP fluids into the system! I thought you and your cohort were supposed to be good for each other!

DEB: Sounds like the DM needs a DM!

SERENE: Read note to TRANQUIL, so much for the buddy system! MY favorite craft is counted cross stitch. Then crocheting. Right now I am working on a large picture for Habitat For Humanity's Birdhouse Auction in November. Then I have a black swan for myself that I have been doing between project for others. My other favorite is crocheting. I know many crafts, that was necessary for my profession, but realy like only one or two for myself. Like needlepoint.

JRED: Welcome back!

MONET: Hope to see you back regularly again.

GUMBO: You have certainly been busy, now you must be getting to pack for your trip.

GRACIOUS: If I did my nails I'd still be waiting for them to dry! It is so humid it takes forever. Do you know if you spray your wet nails with cooking spray they dry instantly? Great 4 1/2# down!

That's it for last week's board, now must catch up with this weeks!

Shirley

Oh girls, I hate to be so blah – probably why I’ve not posted very often lately – but I’m just in such a funk… I’ve got to pull out or go ahead and call the guys in the white coats! I got off my medicine and I can really tell the difference. I think I’m gonna get back on it tomorrow. All I want to do is eat, sleep and cry. I guess I shouldn’t have stopped taking the meds, seeing as how they are not any of the dangerous ones, but I hated thinking that I was depending on a pill to be in a good mood. Don’t get me wrong, I’m still functioning – active with the kids, work, etc, but it is all such an effort. Could it be hormonal since I seem to have gone downhill since my hysterectomy in March?? I’m having a hard time with breaking out on my chest and upper back since the surgery, like acne almost, so it makes me wonder if that one ovary is handling the load as it should. Anyone else have this kind of problem since a hysterectomy?

I keep saying “tomorrow I’m gonna start eating right again and drinking my water” and just can’t pull it off. NO WILLPOWER at all these days. I hope that when I get these exercise tapes, they will motivate me. I’m also gonna set myself a mini-goal of 145 by the end of the month, which will take me back to 1 lb short of my lowest before x-mas last year. I haven’t been on the scale this week, so I’m just guessing at my current weight as to how it has been running. I’m gonna try and drink my water today and tomorrow and get a true weight on WIW.

Good news today is that my foot doctor is getting me worked in this week. Since we went to Dollywood, my feet have been so sore. I have hammertoes and a plantars wart (once removed, but returned) and now a new knot that really hurts on the side/top of one of my big toes. I’ve just gotta find a way to make my feet feel better. We are going to Disneyworld in October, so I figured I had better act fast so I’ll be better by then. I’m hoping he’s gonna recommend some custom insoles or something easy like that….

I started working on this post early today and just had a big blow up with my Mom. She doesn’t think that I am being supportive enough of her new marriage. She said that I am not happy for her… what she doesn’t understand is that I am happy for her, but the changes that have taken place in our family in the last 14 months are hard to cope with and I am doing the very best I can. Just called the pharm and am definitely going back on the medicine tomorrow.

Thanks for letting me vent – Off to drink more water!!

Cya,

TV

here's a pic of my DH and youngest son at Dollywood:

HiedieHo All!!

DEB: Thank you for informing us about how your homage looks! I don't think I will make it my thought for the day! I hope you feel better. Does "DOCTOR" ring a bell? I think it's great that Eli can visit his family, and it says something that his DD wanted to go, keeps her in touch with her heritage. Are you sure TOM is due to age? 41 is not ancient you know! Read Kimmy's post several times and maybe something will sink in that thick head of yours!!! You are one of those "Don't do as I do, Do as I say" people!

THUNDER: Nice to see you on Board! I think the last month of my pregnacies were the longest months I ever went through! Soon you'll be able to jump up and down! Hope evrything clears up with DH and DD. prayers for you all.

KIMMY: 117 sounds good to me............for one of my legs!

CHRIS: You certainly deserve bragging rights!

FILLISE: OKay calm down!! It's just an article! We know ourselves and how we can change and do what we truly want. It makes no difference what the "experts" say. Good advice for Sheann, she could benefit from some counseling too; Crises involve the whole family.

BETH: Just going to have to get you a heavy duty belt with a "think before you undo" buckle! I bet we could make a mint with that one!

TONI: Sometimes a weekend like you had is what we all need. Sometimes we rush to do this or that and forget that we need to sit back and rest. That is a problem I have at times!

JACKK: Hope that red you got isn't too bad of a burn. Red is not good! Did your hostess drop her teeth when you whipped out your own refreshmenst from your purse? Good for you!

YELLOW: You know we are always here when you are able to drop in. Good thoughts going your way!

GRACIOUS: What a nice DH! May you have many more wonderful anniversaries! In the US school districts vary on time schedules. Back home our school ran like yours. Here they get out in the end of May and start end of August. Some schools have a year round schedule with maybe three months on and one off, others school run all year long with staggered sessions for different groups of students. We don't always do things the easy way!

Okay time to get in the pool, sun's down a little. I burn very easily even with sunblock. I have had sun poisoning a couple of times over the years and don't want it again, so I go out to pool in late afternoon.

Take care,
Shirley

TV: By all means get back on your meds! I don't like pills either, but when they help............. I don't know what makes your Mom think you are not supportive of her, but I would try to remember that she has underone changes too. Even though she has remarried she must have had a hard time with the decision.

I believe in respecting your parents; but at the same time when you marry and have children, they are your immediate family and should come first! That's where your energy belongs. Some parents, although they espouse this, have a hard time coming to terms with it.

I hope doctor can help with your feet problems. My DH said when your feet hurt, you hurt all over.

My thoughts are with you for what they're worth.

Shirley

Your recipe intrigued me.

I made it without any sweetening. I did change a little bit by using some Lite Miracle Whip cause it's a bit sweet-1 TBSP = 1 serving= 2.3g carbohydrate which, I believe, is legal. So I put one TBSP in the measuring cup and added mayo to 1/4 cup. Then I put in the other ingredients (except honey). I liked the taste as it was, but I like tangy stuff. I did put about 1/2 tsp of agave in it to see if there was a difference. It was a little sweeter but I don't think I would have liked it with 3 TBSP of honey. Too sweet for my taste.

If you use sweet'n'low or another sweetener, you could probably add that (I don't use those sweeteners). With the tangy version, I wouldn't use as much dressing maybe.

THANKS for posting the recipe! Like I said, I like it without any sweetener and was using it for a dip. YUMMY!

Hope that helps. BTW- what do you make the salad with. I was dipping snow peas and carrots. I could see it with mushrooms, broccoli, cauliflower and celery. Hmmm, guess you could make a salad with those!

DEBELLI I tried to vote on the poll, but it kept saying I had an invalid session??

Anyway, does anyone have the ISREALI SALAD RECIPE ?

I have 3 of the 4 pounds off that I gained from the 4th's binge. I honestly think I am allergic to carbs. Anytime I eat a carb rich meal, I really pay for it. My body is trying to tell me something- now if only I can get my mind to thinking the same thing. Well, I have been legal the past couple of days, and I plan on staying that way:D

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!!


BOB's HERE....WHO THOUGHT I WASN'T HERE??????
Had a really low key weekend ending with a little road trip up to St Pete Beach to meet some family for lunch yesterday afternoon.

NO MOVIE REVIEWS THIS PAST WEEKEND....relied completely on the bloob tube for entertainment. Have a few suggested to me for next weekend though...


DEB.....GO TO THE ~~~~D...O...C...T...O...R!!!!!!
DANGIT....DON'T MAKE ME COME DOWN THERE AND DRAG YOUR SORRY ARSE BEHIND THE WAGON!!!!! That's it...I'm calling your MOTHER!!! :nono:

SUSAN...SOOOOOOOOOOO glad you decided to get back in the wagon...I'm sitting dead in the middle though...patiently waiting on my new meds to arrive. The Dr is putting me on Efexor to get the weight gain in control...The paxil is wonderful, but the steady gain is not fun, and I just flat out don't feel good! My blood work was crapy and I've got to get moving...SO if you want to drive the wagon...go to it!!! Just watch out for DEBBIE when you get in...that will be here dragging along in the back end :eek:

:wave: everyone... hope everyone had a good weekend...

BOB

BOB- What kind of movies do you like? I'm a movie fanatic too. Last week, I watched: A Beautiful Mind, Rose Red, Black Hawk(hubby), The Others, and today I rented The Majestic and Shallow Hal,lol.

Hi all
:) :)


I tried to read an catch up on the post but I wasn't very sucessful. From what I read I see everyone had a pretty decent 4th of July. I have been so busy. I missed WIW first of all I has to take my neice to the Dr. she has to have her gallbladder removed she's is onlt 16 years old. This was her first time in the hospital ever so she was scared and she wanted me with her and her mom. Thursday we went to my DH's sisters for a family cookout they live about 4o miles away we had a great time and really enjoyed ourselves. I even managed to stay OP. On Friday we had a funeral,my husband did the service for a friend's brother. On Saturday we had a wedding to attend had a wonderful time. On Sunday we had chuurch so we had a full weekend. I've been going to the hospital in between all of this. So I'm pretty tired I plan to do a few loads of laundry and rest for the evening.

I just wanted to check in and say hello. Through all of this I have managed to stay OP. Thank God for that.

Enough about me . I want to say hello to all the newbies and the people I don'y know.:lol: Have a great evening everyone!!!

Gracious- Happy Anniversary!!!

I am looking forward to chat tomorrow night.

Here is the BIG picture of Beth and me.

http://members.aol.com/eldemila/jeaniebeth1.jpg


I'll get a post up sometime tonight.

Jeanie

Zanne...Thanks so much for trying that out!! I'm gonna give it a shot tomorrow. The recipe is from KopyKat.com, its the recipe that Applebee's uses on there very delicious Oriental Chicken Salad.

On their version is fried chicken tenders sliced and
3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup red cabbage
1 cup Napa cabbage
1/2 carrot, julienned or shredded
1 green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
1/3 cup chow mein noodles

So I will eliminate the noodles and use chicken breast, maybe add mandarin oranges.

Very similar to Wendy's mandarin chicken salad.

Yummy!!

Here's another picture.

http://members.aol.com/eldemila/jeaniebeth2.jpg

Helloooooooo Busters of Sugar!!!

Well, here it is almost 10 p.m. and I’m just now getting on here. Sorry for the delay. I’ve really been working hard to get this kitchen in some sort of working order. The floor just got finished minutes ago and it looks really good. And my knees are singing a long sad song. Whew!!! Glad that’s finished.

Before I forget . . . I won’t be on the chat tomorrow night. Paul’s sister just called to say they had two extra tickets to Down from the Mountain tomorrow night. It’s all the music from Oh Brother Where Art Thou? That good old southern bluegrass that is so wonderful. So we are going to that. I’m so excited. We loved that movie and the documentary that went along with it. So I’ll catch you next week for the chat. And somebody needs to be my buddy so that nobody talks bad about me. Ha! Just kidding. I know that we are all only about good thoughts for each other!

My eating has been good. I’ve really been successful with fighting agains the illegal things. Paul had ice cream the other night and that didn’t bother me one bit. Didn’t even consider it. Then one woman at work brought in a monstrous bag of animal crackers (my persona ex-favorite!) this morning. And I don’t even thing about them even thought most people are dipping in the bag every few moments. So I’m really thankful that I’m staying strong with that stuff. BUTTTTTTT, the starchy carbs are still holding on to me and trying to bring me down. They are LEGAL, but still I want too many of them. Any ideas?????

SEF---Your picture framing sounds like a fun and very worthwhile project. One of my girlfriends did that recentlly with all the immediate family on hers and her husband’s sides. They had old wedding pictures and old ones of the kids playing in snow. They were really good. She’s probably got more than a dozen on one wall in her dining room. She kept them all fairly small, so it’s not taking over the entire room. Hope you find that one picture of mom and dad.

SHEANN---Thanks so much for checking in with us and keeping us informed on what’s going on with you and your family. Girl, I’m lifting you up in my prayers and good thoughts. What a terrible time you’ve been having. I can’t begin to imagine the pressure you are under and the hurt of seeing your son in so much pain. Take care and remember to do some things for yourself. You could use a special treat right now!

KIMMYTK---Hey, girl, you sure weren’t kidding when you said you ATE on the 4th! Whew!!! Just kidding. Hey, are we still on for Friday? Sorry I haven’t called you yet. I’ve just been trying like crazy to get that kitchen finished. No time for this board and no time for phone time.

TREE---Repeat after me . . . Access 97 sucks! Come on, you know you want to say it. LOL Honestly, sister-friend, I know what you are saying. Our main database at work is in Access. I knew nothing about that program when I came to work there and I know very little three years later. Personally, I think it’s a terrible program to learn how to use. I did learn how to run a filter to get info you want. Can’t figure out why you need a query to do anything. So good luck! I may need your advice. LOL Sorry about the new dog debacle. Sometimes, it’s just not meant to be. We always talked about getting Maddie a buddy. But the truth is . . . she’s happy as an only child.

BOB----I will post pictures, but that doesn’t mean that your standing invitation is removed. You know, pictures won’t do my handiwork true justice!

TRANQ---I think I’m going to start calling you “Tanked”. Man, you tied one on over the holiday. Way to go!!!! I’m impressed that you could partake of that much and still have your wits about you the next day. Congrats on keeping your workout going strong! I admire you for that. How are you keeping with that? I need some advice. The only consistent thing about my workout routine is my inconsistency.

DEB---Glad to know that Eli made it to Lebanon safely. I’ve been thinking about him all week wondering what they have been doing.

SERENE---Tsk, tsk, not you too???? LOL. You know I’ve been in those shoes and can joke with you about that. Sometimes having that one extra drink seems like such a good idea at the time. Did you ever post pictures of you and your dogs???? I’d sure love to see them. I moved into this house in August of 93. When I moved in I painted everything off-white. Well, now I’ve discovered COLOR so I’m changing everything. Here’s the deal though . . . I am really slow at it. I usually take like six months to pick a color for the walls. So this kitchen redo was sort of off the cuff for me. I love your idea for a Coke kitchen. You know what would look great??? A really old red kitchen countertop. The kind with the silver metal edging with white metal cabinets. That’s immediately what I saw when you said what kind of kitchen you wanted.

JRED----Thanks for showing us the pic of you and BETH. It’s a great shot of both of you. What fun!!!

Well, gals, it’s past my bedtime and I just finished my responses from last week. So I’m getting tragically behind. So sorry. I will try and skim tomorrow at work. But I have to tell you that I hate skimming, because I hate the thought of missing anything. Forgot to tell you that we bought a new range this weekend. And it’s being delivered tomorrow morning!!! That’s so exciting. And we are going out tomorrow night so I won’t even be able to cook on it tomorrow. Can you imagine, feeling bad because I can’t cook. Weird. I’ll give a full report on the new “gas experience” after I’ve had a chance to play with it.

Have a good day tomorrow. Will get back to you soon.
Kim

Hello all!

I hope you all are having a good week. I've been busy uploading pictures from my trip onto my Navy parents website. It's plebe summer and I was able to get lots of pictures of mids on The Yard so parents can look for their babies. They won't be able to talk to them for 2 more weeks and then it will be for 5 minutes. The pictures we came across of DS the year of his plebe summer made it a little more bearable. So I'm helping out the parents of the class of '06.

Beth: I think we look pretty good for someone who'd been up for 23 hours and someone who'd just driven across three states in 9 hours. Put that candy down. You know you don't want it. Love the tattoo. I'd like to get a temporary one sometime, just to shock people. But I can't do a real one. Can't stand the needle thing!

Deb: Thanks a bunch for getting the pictures ready for me. And I hope you are feeling better soon. It worries us that you aren't 100%. Is the kids' summer school and enrichment thing or does the school district require it?

Quilter: I admire your remodeling. I wish we had to money to do some of that. But DH is out of work and has been since Feb. Those thoughts have to wait. Enjoy the concert!

Sef: I meant to tell you when Melf posted your picture, my DD loves dolphins and would go crazy over your needlework. She made a small quilt with my mom last week and used a whale/dolpin fabric for the backing. She do a pretty good job piecing and quilting for her first time.

Missy: I hope things are better for you.

BOB: I know what you mean about co-payments. I had a mole removed, one DD had to see the dr about her migraines and the other had knee surgery. All this on top of the problem I touched on in Kim's post.

TV: I haven't had your surgery but it sounds like there might be a connection. You have been through a lot, too. I wish you could have been at the Starbucks meeting I had with Beth. That would have been fun.

Sheeann: I'm so sorry your son isn't doing well. Hope the facility will help. Listen to the ladies here, they have very good advise for you.

Thunder: Hope the heat doesn't melt you these last 6 weeks. It's starting to get really hot here in TX. 104 heat index at noon today and maybe 110 tomorrow!

Gotta go now, y'all. Sorry I didn't get to respond to all of you.

Jeanie

It's early--just a little after 5 am here. I've got some work to do before a meeting this morning, but I thought I'd make a quick stop in here first.

Yesterday was so-so. All the non-SB food is now out of the house--so temptation (at least within these four walls) is removed.

I hope everyone has a good day to day. I'll do my best! The newest issue of Rosie is a "weight" issue. I got it, but haven't had time to read all the articles yet. Hopefully tonight!

Got to get to work.

Have a good day everyone!

Susan

Good morning to all. I had a wonderful time out with hubby last night. Went to a new restaurant that had very good and tasty food. I did eat some illegal things but I did so in moderation. Afterwards, we headed to the movies and I drank 1 litre of water during it and no popcorn or snacks of any kind. It was the Star Wars II movie and we enjoyed it. After the movie hubby agreed to be dragged around the mall a bit since it was our anniversary how could he say no! :s: I got a few things for the kids, just like a mom, nothing for herself! A little craft kit to make things out of pipe cleaners that we will work on today and some Hot Wheels for the 3 year old with a book of cars with it. All in all a good night.

Today I am going to do the 3 mile workout again and perhaps the 1 mile in the afternoon. I will see how it goes with housework and playing with the kids.

Tomorrow is my 34th birthday..ewww...getting closer to 40! ;) I am going to get my hair highlighted and trimmed with the 100 dollars my mom left for me when she visited for our vacation. I kept it to treat myself on my birthday and she thought that was a great idea.

FILLISE- Good job about getting all the illegal stuff out of the house. That is a great step forward. Keep your focus.

JRED- I agree with you....BETH and you look wonderful!

QUILTER- I find that when I really cut down on the starchy carbs I am less tempted by them. I have cut them out completely this week as I am recovering from my vacation gain. I have lost 4.5 lbs and give credit to drinking water and cutting the starchy carbs out.

MERCY- You said your hubby did the funeral service for someone. Is your hubby a Pastor? Mine is and I don't recall if I asked you this before or not.

SEF- Thanks for the tip about nail polish. I will have *non-stick* fingertips! :lol:

TV- Hang in there and take care of yourself. Take the medication necessary to you and once you are feeling better then you will be more motivated to eat properly.

The kidlettes are acting up. Better go sort it out. Have a good day!

Good morning guys,

Oh my gosh, I'm getting a post in 2 days in a row. Who was it that said how much they really need this board. I totally agree. It is so much easier to stay on plan knowing you have to be accountable to someone besides yourself.

It is so hot and muggy here. With all the rain we had last week, the humidity is just settling in. Feels like a sauna.

'fly - Another Trading Spaces fan! There's supposed to be a new show that's similar but the professionals do the work. Have you seen it yet?

Tranquil - WTG on the workout and getting back on track. Your salad sounds wonderful.

TV - Your problem could be a combo of things but good for you for recognizing that you can do something about it instead of staying unhappy. I was feeling really anxious and stressed a couple of months ago and the doctor put me on Seraphem (AKA Prozac). I can't tell you how much of a difference it's made. And vent away all you need.

Heartmom - How was Beautiful Mind? Haven't seen it yet because I'm not a big Russell Crowe fan, but it's supposed to be really good. We watched Black Hawk Down last week and all I could do was think about my son (he's planning on going into the Marines next year after he graduates, may have to up that Prozac then). A friend of my DH was one of the helicopter crews that went in and got them at the end. He hated the movie, said it wasn't realistic enough.

Mercy - Sounds like you need a rest from your busy week-end. Hope all goes well with your niece.

Jred - You and Beth both look great!

Quilter - How cool about the concert tickets. I just love that music. Haven't seen the movie, though. What kind of floor did you put down? I must have missed that. WTG passing on all the illegal stuff.

Gracious - Sounds like you had a wonderful anniversary with your sweetie. The fact that he planned it made it even more awesome.

Well, guess I better get to work. Have a great day everyone!

Trish

Good morning. Well, I'm still the same & smiling. :) Peter is at 216/217. Now he won't believe this works until he's under 215. So that's 3 itty bitty pounds. Keep that praying up! I can tell he's getting discouraged. Tonight will be stir fry. I made spaghetti last night & Peter is missing his Prego. Anybody have an idea how to get a Prego style sauce? The legal spaghetti is cardboard. The skinless chicken breast I put in the sauce is the only thing that saved him I think.

Deb-how long have you been heaving? I'm sayng a prayer for you.

Tranquil-I'd take cute guys as motivators any day at the gym. You go girl.

Bob-what are the meds for? How's Skeeter?

TV-I hate popping pills too. I think once the head is straight the body follows. I would suspect the hysterectomy too.

Quilter-I love starchy carbs but they don't let me lose weight either. I have to avoid most of them which is why I'm not dropping faster. Making legal brown rice, stuffing & such for Peter & then I must eat it with him...... I loved your comment about your exercise. So like mine. My only consistency is inconsistency too. So what color is your kitchen? I saw a designer use an avacado for inspiration. Now Coke too? I'm hoping for some inspiration but the only things that inspire me now is the ocean & dawn breaking. Not sure how to put either on my walls. hee,hee. I intend to get with the program soon though.

Jred-The pictures were beautiful. You both are so radiant.

[color=teal]Trish-Trading Spaces is wonderful. Most of the stuff is great. No...haven't seen the new show yet. Is it the "While you were out" one they've been spotlighting? Who's your favorite designer? I love everyone on the show except "Alex". She's too negative for my taste.

Well, all, time to go. Time to take home the students from Summer school. Already 1/3 the way through.

'Fly

Good Tuesday Morning Everyone:wave:

Don't have much time to reply to everyone at this time, will try to catch up later today, if possible.

Woke up to it raining cats, dogs and cows. Terrible weather. It slowed down when I got the kids to school, but wasn't walking weather at that time. Since I didn't get to go out yesterday due to the rains and not feeling so hot, I held out and waited til the rains stopped. Though it was still dark and cloudy out there I took my mini umbrella in hand and out I went, getting in 6.5 miles, so even though the day was dreary to start with, it started my day off on a better note:D

I'm feeling lots better today thankgoodness. I thank you all for all your concern when I share my barfy episodes with you all, but honestly, I'm pretty use to it after all these years and it's just when I go through a bad episode that it gets to me. This time it was more than likely hormonal, as TOM arrived bright and early today. I really don't think it's necessary for me to go to the Dr. for something like this, it never happens in front of him and by the time you get in for an appt. you feel great and they wonder what the heck you are there for-like taking your car in for a noise and then the noise just happens to magically disappear right before you arrive at the mechanic.

I have some errands I have to get accomplished before the kids get home from school. They're riding the bus for the first time in their lives home and since neither took their keys, I have to be home in time.

I don't have a TUESDAY TIP, per se, but I found this interesting article that I thought I'd pass along. It came from: http://hacres.com/articles.asp?artid=59 and I just happend to run into it as it's not a site I would normally visit:

Sugar: Powdered Poison

As we pass through the supermarket aisles perpetuating another generation of dental decay, obesity, weakened bones, diabetes, hyperactivity, emotional imbalance and dysfunctional immune systems, we must ask ourselves the compelling question of why we consume sugar, and especially, why we give sugar to children.

By any reasonable definition of terms, refined sugar could be categorized as a poison and an addictive drug rather than a food. That is, of course, assuming your definition of food requires it to provide some form of nutrition.

Taking a quick look at the facts about refined sugar (sucrose or C12H22O11), we see:

Sugar is refined from plant material (beets or sugar cane) so that 100 percent of all nutritional value is removed. Not only does it have zero nutrients (only "empty calories"), but when sugar is consumed, it actually robs nutrients from the body, particularly from the teeth and bones. Sugar also is harmful to the stomach lining and can interfere with digestion of nutrients from other food.

Sugar consumption requires the body to need more nutrients than would otherwise be needed without consuming sugar, therefore it has been classified by some as an "anti-nutrient."

Sugar is addictive like a drug, can cause drastic mood swings like a drug (from hyperactivity to depression) and has withdrawal symptoms like a drug. And the common combination of sugar and starch leads to a fermentation in the digestive process that breaks down to alcohol (a drug) and other toxins. Considering all its adverse effects on human health, and the fact that refined sugar has zero nutrients, it becomes difficult to defend the common perception of sugar as a food rather than a poison or an addictive drug.

Because sugar is added to the vast majority of all processed foods, this becomes a health problem for people of all ages, but children are the one group with the reputation for being addicted and affected by it most severely. Dental decay, obesity, hyperactivity and diminished immune systems that lead to frequent colds, flu symptoms, earaches and infections, sore throats and worse, are the modern-day plagues of children who eat lots of sugary processed foods.

The average American consumes a third of a pound of sugar per day, according to Frances Moore Lappé in Diet for a Small Planet. The main reason American sugar consumption continues to increase over the decades is that we are eating more processed foods with sugar added. Many breakfast cereals are about half sugar. Colas have up to 11 teaspoons of sugar and about 25 percent of America's total sugar consumption comes in the form of colas.

Lappé writes: "Since the early 1900s the per capita consumption of sugar in processed fruits and vegetables has tripled. So much sugar is added to processed fruits and vegetables that Americans eat almost as much sugar in these foods as they do in cake and candy. Since the early 1900s, the per capita use of sugar in beverages, mainly soft drinks, has increased almost seven-fold." She notes by 1976 the average American was consuming the equivalent of 382 12-ounce cans of cola per year, and Lappé warns, "The next time you reach for a Coke, remember that you're about to drink the sugar equivalent of a piece of chocolate cake, including the icing"

In Fit For Life, Harvey and Marilyn Diamond quote Dr. Clive McCay of Cornell University as showing "that soft drinks can completely erode tooth enamel and make teeth as soft as mush within two days (as described in The Poisoned Needle by Eleanor McBean). The ingredient that is the culprit here is a horrific concoction called phosphoric acid."

Because bad teeth are so apparent, it has become common knowledge that sugar causes dental decay. Practically everybody knows that sugar rots teeth. What becomes apparent later is that sugar rots the rest of the body too. In Sugar Blues, William Dufty notes, "Dental researchers have proven that the teeth are subject to the same metabolic processes that affect other organs of the body."

Sugar Blues also cites a 1958 report by Time magazine "that a Harvard biochemist and his assistants had worked with myriads of mice for more than ten years, bankrolled by the Sugar Research Foundation, Inc., to the tune of $57,000, to find out how sugar causes dental cavities and how to prevent this. It took them ten years to discover that there was no way to prevent sugar causing dental decay. When the researchers reported their findings in Dental Association Journal, their source of money dried up. The Sugar Research Foundation withdrew its support."

The sugar industry maintains control over many scientific and medical opinions by spending large sums of money on research at institutions such as the Harvard Department of Nutrition. This funding is not always apparent. For example, a book titled A History of Nutrition by Professor E.V. McCollum of Johns Hopkins University notes that "the author and publishers are indebted to The Nutrition Foundation, Inc. for a grant …" That sounds innocent enough, but what the book doesn't tell you is that The Nutrition Foundation is made up of about 45 companies such as the American Sugar Refining Co., Coca-Cola, Pepsi-Cola, Curtis Candy Co. and General Mills. In the early 1970s, the sugar industry claimed in its advertising that sugar was a nutrient. In 1973, the National Advertising Review Board found that claim was without merit, and it was ceased.

Merchants marketing sugar have targeted children as their most lucrative customer base. Sugary products dominate the commercials on Saturday morning cartoons. In Living Health, the Diamonds cite a Los Angeles Times article reporting that in one nine-month period it was possible for a child watching television just during the daytime on weekends to see "more than 5,500 commercials for cereals, candy, and other sugared items, and just one for vegetables!"

To cash in on this lucrative advertising, check-out counters are designed to maximize sales. So in supermarkets and convenience stores we find a vast selection of candies on display in easy reach and at eye level for every kid in America, from toddlers to adolescents.

In Beating the Food Giants, Paul Stitt writes, "The truth is that most of the garbage sold in supermarkets isn't really food at all. Some of it is really candy, most of it is really poison. But it's not food... These products should be revealed for what they are, so that people can decide for themselves. For instance, Kellogg's Sugar Smacks, a product that's more than 50% sugar, should not be called a cereal. The word 'cereal' denotes a food made from grain, but Sugar Smacks isn't a food and what little grain is left in it has been robbed of its nourishment. Sugar Smacks is a candy and that's what it should be called. When mothers across the nation find out they've been giving their kids candy for breakfast, Kellogg's -- and all the other presweetened breakfast producers -- will soon be out of business."

In Sugar Blues, the classic documentary on sugar, Dufty explains how our emotional state is affected by sugar intake: "The brain is probably the most sensitive organ in the body. The difference between feeling up or down, sane or insane, calm or freaked out, inspired or depressed, depends in large measure upon what we put into our mouth. For maximum efficiency of the whole body -- of which the brain is merely a part -- the amount of glucose in the blood must balance with the amount of blood oxygen." He then quotes Dr. E.M. Abrahamson and A.W. Pezet from Body, Mind, and Sugar as further explaining, "… When we take in refined sugar (sucrose), it is the next thing to being glucose in our bodies. The sucrose passes directly to the intestines, where it becomes 'predigested' glucose. This in turn is absorbed into the blood where the glucose level has already been established in precise balance with oxygen. The glucose level in the blood is thus drastically increased. Balance is destroyed. The body is in crisis."

Sugar consumption causes a series of emergency reactions by the body in an attempt to maintain this balance. First, Dufty explains, the brain registers an imbalance and sends a message for the adrenal glands to secrete hormones to keep the blood glucose level up, then insulin from the pancreas begins working against the adrenal hormones to keep the glucose level down. Dufty adds, "All this is reflected in how we feel. While the glucose is being absorbed into the blood, we feel 'up.' A quick pick-up. However, this surge of mortgaged energy is succeeded by the downs, when the bottom drops out of the blood glucose level. We are listless, tired; it requires effort to move or even think until the blood glucose level is brought up again. Our poor brain is vulnerable to suspicion, hallucinations. We can be irritable, all nerves, jumpy. The severity of the crisis on top of crisis depends on the glucose overload. If we continue taking sugar, a new double crisis is always beginning before the old one ends. The accumulative crisis at the end of the day can be a lulu."

Dufty adds that for someone who has gone very long without eating sugar, the physical signs become very apparent when you have eaten a restaurant meal containing sugar: "… taste is not always infallible. However, if you get sleepy after such a meal, you can be sure something had sugar or honey in it."

He also explains the difference between refined sugar (sucrose) and glucose. Glucose, found in fruits and vegetables, is always present in our bloodstream and plays a vital role in the metabolism of all plants and animals. Many foods are converted into glucose in our bodies. There is a major difference in the way our bodies react to glucose versus sucrose, and there is a difference in the way our bodies react to starches and proteins when they are combined with sugar. Dufty explains: "When starches and complex sugars (like those in honey and fruits) are digested, they are broken down into simple sugars called monosaccharides, which are usable substances -- nutrients. When starches and sugars are taken together and undergo fermentation, they are broken down into carbon dioxide, acetic acid, alcohol, and water. With the exception of the water, all these are unusable substances -- poisons. When proteins are digested they are broken down into amino acids, which are usable substances -- nutrients. When proteins are taken with sugar, they putrefy, they are broken down into a variety of ptomaines and leucomaines, which are nonusable substances -- poisons."

Dufty also cites the work of Dr. William Coda Martin in the 1950s, which was intended to make the distinction between what is food and what is poison. Coda's working medical definition of poison was very simple: "Any substance applied to the body, ingested, or developed within the body, which causes or may cause disease." The dictionary definition of poison is "To exert a harmful influence on, or to pervert." Dufty adds, "Dr. Martin classified refined sugar as a poison because it has been depleted of its life forces, vitamins, and minerals."

So, when a substance is classified as a poison, has no nutritional value, is known to rot teeth, cause numerous physical and emotional problems, and is addictive, indeed it becomes compelling to ask how it came to be that we feed this harmful, toxic substance to children.

Sugar Blues contains a fascinating history of sugar, from the early days when sugar trade was dependent on slave labor to modern times when it is still an unholy alliance of merchants, government and medical authorities that profit from the use of this unhealthy product.

Dufty notes that Arabs were "probably the first conquerors in history to have produced enough sugar to furnish both courts and troops with candy and sugared drinks. An early European observer credits the widespread use of sugar by Arab desert fighters as the reason for their loss of cutting edge." He quotes a 1573 journal of German botanist Leonhard Rauwolf, who made voyages through Libya and Tripoli, as stating: "The Turks and Moors cut off one piece (of sugar) after another and so chew and eat them openly everywhere in the street without shame... in this way (they) accustom themselves to gluttony and are no longer the intrepid fighters they had formerly been."

On his second journey to the New World in 1493, Christopher Columbus found sugar cane growing in the islands of Hispaniola. By 1510, Spain was transporting African slaves to grow sugar in these islands, while Portugal was using the slave labor of its criminals to produce sugar in Brazil, and the Dutch had established a refinery in Antwerp. "By 1560, Charles V of Spain had built the magnificent palaces in Madrid and Toledo out of taxes on the sugar trade. No other product has so profoundly influenced the political history of the Western world as has sugar," Dufty writes. "Sugar pushing had become so profitable by 1660 that the British were ready to go to war to maintain their control." He notes the object of the British Navigation Acts of 1660 was to prevent the transport of sugar, tobacco and other products from the American Colonies to any port other than Britain and British territory.

By the late 1600s, sugar consumption had sky-rocketed in Europe, including more than two million pounds per year in Britain. About this time, large numbers of people throughout Europe began exhibiting major emotional disturbances, especially in the large cities where sugar intake was highest, and mental hospitals were constructed to institutionalize these people. One historian referred to this period as "The great confinement of the insane."

"Today, pioneers of orthomolecular psychiatry... have confirmed that mental illness is a myth and that emotional disturbances can be merely the first symptom of the obvious inability of the human system to handle the stress of sugar dependency," Dufty writes.

In addition to unprecedented numbers of mental patients, other medical problems began to appear in increasing numbers as sugar consumption began to rise. In countries where accurate records were kept on national sugar consumption and death from specific diseases, Dufty notes "the point is inescapable: As sugar consumption escalates wildly, fatal diseases increase remorselessly."

But never mind the health factor. There was profit to be made by merchants, doctors and government taxes. Governments became a major partner in the sugar business. From 1840 to 1890, the U.S. Government took in two cents in federal taxes from every five-cent pound of sugar. And Dufty shows that time after time, doctors have been ignored when they discover that terrible diseases are caused by bad diets, while other doctors have become famous for inventing drugs or treatments from which profit can be made.

For example, in the 19th Century, medical history records a dramatic increase in fatalities caused by diabetes. But rather than blame diabetes on the increased sugar consumption of that period, doctors determined the cause of diabetes was failure of the pancreas to secrete sufficient amounts of insulin. In 1923, Canadian physician Frederick Banting received a Nobel prize for discovering how to provide diabetes patients with insulin and use it to control their glucose level. This invention has generated huge profits for the medical and pharmaceutical professions as millions of people became dependent on insulin for the rest of their lives.

Then, in 1924 Dr. Seale Harris, a professor of medicine at the University of Alabama, discovered hyperinsulinism (also called low blood glucose or hypoglycemia), which is characterized by the overproduction of insulin. Dr. Harris developed the glucose tolerance test still used today to diagnose this problem, but there was no Nobel prize for Dr. Harris. Unlike Dr. Banting's findings of the previous year, the shortcoming of Dr. Harris' discovery was that he did not find any miracle drug or treatment for this disease that could make anyone a profit. The only cure for a person with hypoglycemia, Dr. Harris found, is for that person to eliminate refined sugar from their diet. And as Dufty shows in his book, the A.M.A. and the Department of Health, Education and Welfare do not even acknowledge that hypoglycemia is a widespread disease, even though 49.2 percent of 134,000 responses in an H.E.W. survey volunteered that they suffered from hypoglycemia under the category of "Do you have any other condition?"

Sugar Blues ties together an incredible number of diseases and plagues that can be traced to diets that have been dominated by sugar and starch while excluding fresh fruits and vegetables. Scurvy became a well-known plague of sailors as early as 1516 when hundreds were dying from this dreaded disease on ships. Armies and navies from all around the world became afflicted and died in large numbers from scurvy for more than 400 years before 20th Century medical science discovered this was a disease caused by bad diet. It wasn't just the lack of nutritious foods that caused scurvy. It was the combination of the lack of nutritious foods plus sugar, which robbed nutrition from the body. For example, Dufty's historical research finds that rations of the 18th Century Royal Navy, plagued by scurvy, included items such as "Water gruel sweetened with sugar in the morning... puddings, boiled biscuits with sugar." Likewise, outbreaks of beriberi became prevalent when cultures living off of brown rice had their diets changed to white rice and sugar.

Today's commercial food processing and marketing giants still find it more profitable to stock and promote sugary and starchy foods with a long shelf life rather than perishable fresh foods that provide the nutrition we need. This can leave a child who is strongly influenced by TV food commercials with a diet that, despite the addition of modern synthetic vitamins, has many of the same deficiencies as the disease-causing food eaten by sailors several centuries ago.


Please remember, TONIGHT IS CHAT AT 9:15PM EST Hope to see you there!

Gotta run - hope you all have a wonderful day:D

Debbie
194/125/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

After a weekend of greasy foods, I'm back on track. Yesterday I had a huge salad for lunch. I feel so much better. I plan on doing that again for as long as I can stand it. Carbs on my lunch hour are always a killer for me.

I'm also planning to hit the gym..It's been a while but TOM was here and before I was sick and of course the summer thing doesn't help. I have so many great things to do.. I don't want to spend all day in a stuffy gym. I am walking a lot, but what I really need are 3 sessions of cardio a week.

I was down to 145 for a minute..I think I'm up again to 147-148. I know I can do this..and I hope I can before summer's end!

Good morning everyone. Hope you've recovered from the 4th. All is fine here. Still trying to stay away from the starchy carbs. till after Wed. Theres a real heat wave going on here, in the 90's. Hopeing for rain this evening to cool us off a bit...

heartmom- Good going on those lbs. gained getting them off again. Good luck..

Bob- Sorry you aren't feeling well. Hope you're on the mend soon..

Mercy- Sounds like you're busy busy.. Hope you take a little time for your self and don't get to tired..

jred- The pictures are great. You and Beth look so good. I won't complain about our heat anymore....

Chris- Wow that recipe you posted sounds yummy. and so easy to fix for SB.. Thank you for posting it..

The Quilter-I'm so glad for you getting the floor done on your kitchen. I'm sure it feels just wonderful. The musical sounds so good. I have the CD from the movie and love it. This part of Missouri is allot of bluegrass.

Fillise- Let us know about the Rosie issue will you...Keep hanging in there gal you can do it..

gracious- Sounds like you had a great anniversery out. Now do you get to go for a birthday dinner? LOL.. We are born on the same day as my birthday is tomorrow to. Only I'm going to be 54. So happy early birthday to you...

Trishloo- Just a howdy to you...

VAbutterfly- Oh heres praying Peter doesn't get discouraged. I spice up the Hunts sugar free sauce with a little sweeter, more garlic, basil etc. and even water it down a bit. I made a pan of lasagna with it this past week-end and my DH really liked it.

Debilli- Hope you're feeling better. Wow 6.5 miles... I need to save the article...

Quivondra- come on gal you can do this and you will. Just one day at a time or one hour at a time.... Theres lots of summer left...

Okay the dryer went off and need to fold the clothes. So will jet on out of here. Have a great day...

213/177/130

TRISHALOO- A Beautiful Mind was good. I enjoyed it although, hubby said it was "okay".

VABUTTERFLY- We use Classico Sauce. They have some versions that have sugar in it, so check the ingredients. I always add a packet of Splenda to mine along with mushrooms, garlic, bellpeppers, and herbs and spices. Very yummy. I cook the regular spaghetti noodles for the rest of the family and I simply eat the meat and sauce alone. The WW pasta tastes gross to me,lol. I think I am going to make it tonight. And I make a really big salad and use SG bread to make garlic bread slices. OK, I'm hungry now,lol.

Stepped on the scale this morning and it was down another pound- so I have officially taken the 4 pounds off. Feels good to see myself making progress. It would be really great for WIW if I was a pound lighter than last WIW.

Thank you all for the picture compliments. I love my hair cut, too. It's due for trimming and highlight touch-up on Thursday. It's a little longer than I prefer in the photo. It's so easy to care for: just scrunch(?) and blow-dry (while hanging my head upside down!).

Laurie: Congrats on the recaptured weight. It does feel good to have progress. How's our Boogie?

Trish: WTG on the smaller sizes. I am actually wearing a pair of size 12 shorts this summer. Haven't seen that size in several years. It's really funny how different stores' clothes are sized. I bought some size 10 pants at a friend's shop and some size 14 shorts at SteinMart. Go figure.

Here's my Tuesday Tip: one of the good things I remember from my JC days.
How to curb a binge or at least keep it small:
Prepare a serving size of whatever you are craving, put it on a plate and go sit down at the table to eat it and eat it slowly (see tip below). Wait 15 to 20 minutes. If you still want to eat, prepare one more serving as before, go sit down to eat it. This does work.

One more tip from JC: Put your fork or spoon down on your plate when there's food in your mouth. Do not pick the fork or spoon up until you have chewed and swallowed. When there's food in the mouth, there's no fork in the hand. This slows down your eating and gives your brain and stomach time to converse with one another about being full!

Later, people. I've got some household chores to do.

Jeanie
Poopsie Bubblekisser
196/162(TOM surprise)/130

Eating is going well, not no meat like I had hoped but doing good on all other fronts. Walked 3 miles yesterday morning and one in the evening. We got 3 in this morning but it was slower due to the heat. The scales were MEAN...ugh...oh well can't cry over the numbers. Will weigh in tomorrow..know I'm doing the right things and move on from there. I found this neat article. ...

Pathway to Healing
Natural remedies for optimal health
http://health.crosswalk.com

Corn Tops List of Foods Triggering Symptoms of Arthritis
By Dr. Cherry

Are you aware that if you suffer from arthritis you should avoid corn?
That's right. Several studies have implicated corn (and its derivative
corn oil) as a major food contributing to arthritic symptoms. Although
we are still not exactly sure how, it is suggested that certain people
may have allergies to corn and these allergic reactions may trigger the
immune system in a way that contributes to arthritic symptoms.

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Well off to finish cooking before it gets hot. Sorry no individual post lately. The time as been moving at break neck speed this summer.

Love,
Crystle

235/ugh/135

Gracious – That is a great treat to go get hair done, etc. – I like those treats, and they always make you feel so much better. Glad you had a good anniversary!

Trish – It is miserably humid and hot this summer here as well. I have to run out after work and get more chicken cutlets – I am addicted to this salad I made now! Hahaha – that and deviled eggs – which I made with the Lite mayo – yummy.

Quilter – Working out at the gym has become part of my routine – I am comfortable at the gym, starting to know the people there, and I don’t feel right if I don’t go….then when I get home, my hound will “roo” at me to go for a walk – she knows that after we eat dinner, we normally go for a walk – she starts bouncing all over the place….so I cannot say “No” to my pupper!!! Plus, my Gram depends on me to be her walking partner as well… and I don’t want to let her down because she does so much for me.

Country – thank you for posting your recipe – I am going to try making it for Wednesday night….

VaFly – Sadly, the cute man was not in the pool today – so I read a magazine and there was an interesting article in this month’s Allure about different diets – it showed before and after pictures and described the diet, etc. I really don’t like the whole wheat pasta myself…it does have that cardboard taste….

Deb – Well the next time you go for an annual – you should mention it to them that once a month before TOM you throw up….at least ask if that is a normal thing…..to ease “our” collective minds ;)

Quiv – You can do it!!!

Country – Wow – you really are doing well with the walking!!! Keep up the good work!

Well, hello to those I missed, and hello to those who have not posted…. I need to get busy here at the office and work…..

Sabrina

Boy, I only got on the board once yesterday and late today and I am really behind. Looking for rain here today, hopefully. It's been in the 90's. I got my walk in yesterday and today and still had time to come home and do my weight training. It is nice to get it out of the way early. I have added some jogging to my routine so I hope it helps.

I shouldn't be on here, so busy at work, but just couldn't stay away. :o

Yellow Rose, it was nice to hear from you. Glad your are doing well. Hope you can get back on board soon.

Gracious, Happy Anniversary! Your evening sounds lovely. What a nice DH. Enjoy.

CountryMom, What a bummer about the new scale. I think I would stick to the old one LOL. Good luck on jump starting your wt loss. That will be a lot of walking.

Serene, Glad you are back on the wagon. Sit tight this time. Sometimes those binges just aren’t worth it.

Chris, On your dressing recipe, I don’t think rice vinegar is legal either. But someone may know more than me.

Trish, WTG on getting into a smaller size. It does make you feel good.

VA Butterfly, You can eat fruit with your food. It is only if you have digestive problems you should refrain. I always eat fruit with my lunch. Glad you had a nice 4th. I didn’t like the ww pasta, so I bury the 100% duram semolina. It’s supposed to be legal and we can’t tell the difference. Try Classico sauces. They are good & legal.

Tranquil, Glad you are also back on the wagon. You and Serene are supposed to support each other, not get into trouble together. Boy talk about occupying your mind while you exercise. That is the best. Your lunch is making me hungry,

Sef, Glad your DIL made is back safely. It is nice for GC to visit with relatives.

TV, Sorry you are feeling so down. You probably should get back on your meds. Sorry can’t help with the hysterectomy problems, haven’t had one yet.

Sef, No my friend wasn’t shocked. They all know what I am doing and are very supportive. They always try to have something for me to eat. It also helps me stay legal, because I would be embarrassed to eat off P and them know it. I would feel like I was failing.

Heartmom, WTG on losing those 3 added pounds. Maybe try spreading out your carbs. I really try to stick to 2, but sometimes I have to have 3, but I have them each at a different meal.

Bob, Great idea, Call Deb’s mom. Maybe that will get her there. Hope you feel better soon. It’s not the same without your wit and wisdom.

Mercy, Man you have had a roller coaster of emotions, wedding funeral, hospitals, You need a break. Congrats on staying OP. Hope your niece is feeling better.

Jred, Loved the pic of your and Beth. You are 2 cuties. It is great that you got to meet each other.

Quilter, on the carbs, try to plan ahead. I start with my dinner. If I don’t have any carbs planned, then I see what I can have for lunch. If I still don’t have carbs planned, then I eat cereal and toast for BF. Or eggs for BF and a sandwich for lunch. I usually don’t have carbs for dinner unless it’s pasta. Good luck. Enjoy the show.

Fillise, Hope you have a good day. You can do it. Hang in there.

Gracious, Happy Bday to you. You should treat yourself. How nice. Glad you had a nice anniversary.

Deb, Glad you are feeling better today. Is it ever going to stop raining?

Quiv, Glad you are back on track. Those carbs can kill you. I have been off salads for about 2 weeks. I was eating them for lunch every day and just got sick of them. They always taste better out then home made.

Toni, In case I don’t get on tomorrow, Have a great birthday. And a good WIW.

Jred, Thanks for the tips. Will have to try them.

Country, Thanks for the tip on corn and arthritis. I have RA and since doing SB it is better. Don’t know if it is the corn, sugar or just the weight loss itself. I will pass this on to a fried you has some kind of arthur, but hasn’t been officially diagnosed yet.

Hope the scale is good to everyone tomorrow. Have a great evening everyone.

Jackie
257/180/145
10-10-01

Hi ladies,

Just placed my vote next to the roadkill answer and need to read back on 4 pages of posts.:)

I did make my daughter's cake yesterday for her birthday, and I did partake in a small piece.:o It was heath bar cheesecake and it really didn't taste all that great. Maybe that's a good sign. Everyone else loved it. BTW, have I ever mentioned that I live in a houseful of skinny-minis?:mad: I weigh more than my 6'3" son.:o

I've been perusing the zillion other places out in cyberspace to find more info on perimenopause, natural progesterone cream, and progesterone deficiency. It's very interesting and eye opening. And today I see that the NIH has taken away any endorsements of HRT. There is so much to learn. I'm convinced women get the short end of the stick when it comes to medical issues.

Stopped in town for a quick hair trim before I had to pick up my daughter from track. Why are the stylists so scissors-shy? I asked for a 2' trim but she kept insisting that I only need 1 inch off. It's naturally curly (I hate it) and she said it would be too short. I'm one of those types that feel that if you p*ss off the stylist, she'll really give you a bad cut just so she can say I told you so. This was one of those walk in places. It looks ok. Chicago is having lots of heat and humidity, so with my type of hair, it just looks frizzy anyway.:cry:

Fly-In regards to the YaYa's movie...the movie was a combination of the 2 books that she wrote: Divine Secrets and Little Altars Everywhere. Nothing ever compares to great books, but the movie was very good.

I'm off to do more laundry. Take care all you SB mama's!:cool:

Hi Everyone

Hope you are all having a good Suguar Busting day! I see that the board has been very busy the last couple of days and it's been a few days since I have posted so there is no way I can catch up. I messed up a bit on the weekend - I was at a barbecue for my grand daughter's nineth birthday. I had a barbecued spiced sausage on a ww bun. It was a large one - I haven't eaten that many carbs at one sitting in a long time. I also had some birthday cake which was all ice cream. Only a small piece though. Lots of fresh veggies and fruit salad as well. Yesterday and to-day so far eating has been good. I had chicken and salsa with broccoli and cauliflower for lunch and will be having chili for dinner with a salad. Just have to keep my hand out of the trail mix snack bag later. I did a little exercise to-day - about 1/2mile of WATP and 1.5 miles on the stationery bike. Didn't want to overdo it as I am going to badminton this evening and I may go for a quick swim afterwards. There is a swimming pool in the communuity centre where I am going this evening so will be a good way of cooling down after badminton.

Fly - Have you tried the Classico pasta sauces? Most of these have no added sugar. This is what I use and find it as good as the other sauces. Check the labels though if you try it as a couple of the varieties do have sugar added. I've used the Sundried Tomato and Tomato and Basil. I have the Red Wine and Herb but haven't tried it yet. You said that the legal pasta didn't taste good. What brand do you use? I use the Catelli Healthy Harvest. This is the only one I have seen in the stores so can't compare it to any other but I really prefer it now to the regular pasta. I gave a lasagna dish to my dd recently and got no complaints from the kids. So I assume they didn't notice any difference. I do think the difference in taste though is less noticable in lasagna than in spaghetti.

CountryMom - I had the same problem as you with a new scale. Mine was 5.5 pounds heavier than my old one. I started off just deducting that amount and staying with the old numbers but that got tedious so decided to go with the new numbers. So I upped my starting numbers so I can still see the total number of pounds lost since starting SB.

Have a good day everyone.

Marie.

HiedieHo All!!!

Have just been busy with this and that so have to play catch up here.

MERCY: You have been busy! And you stayed OP to boot! Hope all is well with your niece.

JRED: Two pretty young women! How nice your DD and her GM made a quilt. One of the great disappointments in my life is neither of my children share the interests my DH and I had/have. My DD learned to crochet with her aunt. She made a granny square afghan, entered it in the Junior Division at the fair, won first prize and never did another stitch again! Neither of my kids are readers, crossworders, etc. But they have other interests and are wonderful! The bathroom my GD and I share has a Wyland motif. The walls are painted to tones of sea blue divided by a Wyland border paper. The shower curtain is a Wyland mural. The vanity accessories are dolphin inspired. My Gd had a picture and a plate of undersea scenes and they are on wall, as they are what inspired her.

QUILT: I am keeping the pictures 5 x 7, except for a couple like the one and only family picture we had taken professionally.
Just think how proud you'll be when you sit back and admire your kitchen and know that you did it! You'll forget the sore knees then!

GRACIOUS: Sounds like you had a lovely anniversary. You're worried about 34 being close to 40!?! Age has never bothered me. You start getting older the day you're born and it continues all your life so why sweat it. I never lie about my age either, I figure everyone will know anyway it'll be on my tombstone! I didn't believe the tip about spraying your nails, but was desperate enough to try it one day. I think it was a tip from Heloise.

VA: I make my own sauce. Saute some green pepper, onion, garlic in non stick skillet or use a little olive oil. Put in crock pot, add a couple of cans diced tomatoes, a can of tomato sauce. Then you can add chicken sausage, ground meat, whatever. Season with Italian spices to taste. No real recipe just wing it. My family wasn't happy with some of the bought legal sauces so I did this and they liked it. Diced tomatoes give more texture than stewed tomatoes. You could use plum tomatoes, whatever suits tyour fancy. I used the Classico and liked them, but kids didn't and sometimes it's a pain to cook two different menus.

COUNTRY: Don't know if it's the lack of corn or not but my arthritis does not bother me as much as it did before SB. Could be the 60# loss, but it started to be better before that much of a loss.

JACKK: You know you're right! I always find it a little easier to stay OP in front of people, would not want them to think I am a shirker, which I can be!! I guess I'm a closet cheater!

GYM: I always complained that beauticians were scissor happy! I never wanted it too short and I always came out with it shorter than I asked! We are never happy with the way we look!

Well, this isn't getting anything done. Have some paper work for HFH I have to do. Our meeting is Thursday night.

Hello to anyone I missed!

Take care all. Shirley

Help! I need a Tuesday tip. The new page is huge on my browser. I can't read responses without moving the page back and forth so I can read an entire sentence. It is annoying!

Is this happening to everyone--or can anyone advise me on what I have done to my browser and how to fix it? I'm not having this problem on any other website.

Susan

How odd--when my reply posted it was fixed. Then I noticed I was on page two (I used the quick reply box--am using it now too). Page two seems to be fine, the problem is only on page one. Oh well--at least I can read all your posts again!

So far so good today. It's been busy and I have a meeting tonight after which I will probably go out to dinner. I'll do my best to stay on track.

Susan

SUSAN...I think it was the pictures ...mine was big on page 3 and then over to 4 and voila it was fixed!!!

:wave: everyone....

BOB

Hi all!!:)

I can't believe we are on page 4 already!!! Wow. I've had a pretty good day so far as far as eating is concerned. I have got to get my exercise routine together. Iuse to walk everyday then got so busy so I haven't been consistent in about 3 weeks (too long). My neice is having surgery tommorrow so I know she will be feeling better soon. I am looking forward to chat tonight. So I am making dinner and getting ready to enjoy the rest of the evening.

Gracious- I'm gald you enjoyed your anniversary. Yes my husband is a Pastor. We will have to talk sometime. ;) I hope you have a wonderful birthdayand enjoy your new hairdo.

J-red- Your pictures are very nice. The 2 of you look great!!

Trishaloo- Thanks, I'm praying all goes well for my neice.

Tony48-- Don't worry about me. I'm going to rest and do nothing this evening after I make dinner.

Jack-K- I see you are really on track with your exercising. Keep up the good work,

Well have a nice evening everyone!! Hoping to talk with you at chat tonight.

Well girls, I really didn’t feel well at all today. Upset tummy. Started yesterday afternoon feeling really bad, but made it through the day. This morning hit me HARD. I felt exhausted after an entire night’s sleep. And the belly rumblings were still going on and being very inconvenient. I made it to work and lasted abotu 2 hours and said, enough. Came home and slept and had a little something to eat. Have to tell you that I did eat some soda crackers today. It’s the thing that can really help me with an upset tummy. Sorry for the cheat, but I felt I had to get my belly well. What do you all do with an upset belly?

So here’s the bad news: I don’t feel well enough to go to the concert tonight. BUMMER!!! So I guess I’ll be on the chat afterall.

DEB---What a great motivational thought from yesterday. I loved the line about every weakness can be a point of strength at the VERY MOMENT we decide to overcome it!!! That is so empowering!!! Viva la Ralph Marston!

CHRIS---Awesome job at the party withstanding all the yummies!!! I think that it must have been great to HEAR how wonderful your cake was rather than TASTE it. Good job!!!

FILLISE---One of my girlfriends bought that article from the Times magazine. I left it on my desk and haven’t had time to read it yet. Thanks for sharing part of it.

GRACIOUS---Congrats on the 13th wedding anniversary. Hope you had a lovely romantic time. So glad to hear that your “no starchy carbs” is working to get you back where you were. Is this going to be a permanent change or will you allow yourself 1-2 servings a day after you get past your vacation damage?

CM4H---Are you going to get enough protein this week? Make sure that if you are leaving out the meat that you are stocking up on beans. Toot toot toooooot!!!!

SERENE---Glad to hear that you are feeling back to normal. This morning I officially gave up alcohol. (I do that a lot!) Maddie-girl is doing well. She scared the guys who delivered the stove today. It was funny. I went out on the front porch and she’s behind me doing her miss bad *** bark and you should have seen them back up. Kind of funny. Of course, as soon as they walked through the door, she took off for the bedroom to hide! Miss Ferocious. How is your gang of 4-legged children? What are their names?

TRISH---Hey! Congrats on losing so many sizes and in PANTS no less!!! Go get the movie Oh Bro Where art Though? It’s so great! I had to watch it twice to really “get” it. And if you like the music, there’s a documentary called Down from the Mountain that you would LOVE!!!

FLYGIRL----Aren’t you a sweet!!! How nice! My kitchen walls are a wonderful light shade of sage . . . kind of like a pistachio!! Our cabinets are a honey color and we put that new fake brick flooring on. Oh and the accent color that looks great with the green walls is kobalt blue. So it’s green, blue and then white woodwork and appliances. Hey, I’ve got my fingers cross that your dh sticks with this woe. It will be so much easier for you if he stays on with you. Tell him that all those diets advertised on tv DO NOT WORK. And that even if you do lose weight on them, you will gain it all back and more. So I sure hope he gets that a slow loss is the way to go. Perhaps you all should hide the scales for a while.

TRANQ---That chicken salad you made sounded wonderful!!!! I am looking for all sorts of new ways to grill since we just got a new outdoor grill. I loved your description of your pup “rooing” at you for a walk. We can’t even say the word “walk” we have to spell it. I think she’d eventually going to learn how to spell it. I am so happy to hear that your workout has become a daily habit. That’s so great!!!!

JACK-K---Girl, you are awesome!!!!! Thanks so much for your tips on handling the carbs. Your planning ideas are fantastic!!!! I know one thing that will help me and that’s to stock up on cottage cheese. I love cottage cheese and it’s about the only thing that would substitute my “need/want” for some carbs. Like my first thing I would choose would be some triscuits and then the second would be a toasted ww pita with butter on it. So I really need to get some cottage cheese to take care of needing a snack.

JRED---Did I tell you that the pics were great? Glad that you got it enlarged so we could see it better. I know what you mean about not being able to get to the remodeling. We’ve lived here since 93 and I finally had enough of that pink kitchen. But it’s really tough waiting. Personally, I would have preferred that we hire the pros to gut the room and start from the base. So anyway, we opted for this cheaper/quicker version of an update. Sometimes a coat of paint will make a world of difference. I’m hoping really hard for you that your DH is able to find work real soon. That’s a bad spot to be in.

FILLISE---Way to get rid of the illegal stuff in your house. You have made it SOOOOO much easier for yourself. Not to be sounding like a cliche, but just keep saying “no thanks” to the temptations. And pretty soon, you won’t even consider them. Be sure to share what’s in the Rosie mag about weight. I know she’s struggled with her body image for a long time.

Well, I’m sorry if I missed anybody. I went through the posts from yesterday pretty fast. I just hate to not give you all the time that you deserve. But it’s hard when you get behind. So anyways, now it’s time for the chat. I hope we don’t have any trouble getting

bye
Kim

Me again! Just wanted to apologize to the girls on the chat. KimmyTK had the frozen computer and called me. So I just finished up with her. So I'm sorry I left the chat so abruptly. We had to make plans for our meeting this week. She's bringing her digital camera, so she'll have a pic to post MUCH sooner than if I had to actually get film developed and then scan the pic.

Okay, hugs to you all. And a wish for a HAPPY, HAPPY day tomorrow!!!
Kim

How do I get into chat? I clicked the chat button and a message popped up saying someone with my user name was logged into the chat?

Just a quickie...

Wasn't able to get on the computer tonight, Michael had some homework (already) and you know that with me, as I'm sure it is with anyone with kids, homework comes first over Mom wanting the computer. Sorry to of missed chat as well:(

Will have to try and catch up tomorrow, way past my bedtime already, but waited til he was finished to get on here and give you all a hello:D

Least you forgotten;) TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!! I wish us all good luck with the metal monster!!!!

"Talk" to you tomorrow!

Debbie
194/125/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Hi everyone!

Well, we are getting our first big monsoon storm here in the Phoenix area. High winds, thunder, lightning, heavy rain and all that stuff. Funny part of these storms is that they can be very "local" in nature. It can be a raging storm here and dry as a bone a mile down the road. I didn't realize that a storm was approaching, and when the first big *BOOM* from the thunder came along it scared the S**T out of me! Just wasn't expecting it... the damn house rattled. :)

Anyway, I am still stalled at 181. I guess I found the secret to a maintenance plan for me since I have been at this weight for about a month now. I'm anxiously awaiting the day when I will be under 180. I'm still lifting weights and doing an occasional cardio session, though I have slacked off a bit over the holiday.

It has been some time since I have posted on this board, so I am very behind with what is going on. I hope everyone is doing well these days, and I hope everyone had a great weekend!

Hi everyone :)
I've been reading the posts and trying to get a handle on this SB stuff. Many of you talk about starchy carbs and having no carbs at all. What is a "starchy carb"?
Aren't all carbs starchy? I can't give up my carbs right now. I had a bit of a fight giving up my real sugar in my coffee! I really dislike artificial sweeteners. I'm slowly adjusting to Splenda.
I am also trying to sneak SB foods into my family. We are all overweight and after reading the SB book I'm cringing every time someone pops the tab on a Coke!
I did make the SB stuffed peppers the other night and the were awesome! My husband helped me cook them and didn't complain much except for the brown rice and after he ate them said "We're cooking these again!"
I was wondering if sugar free ice cream is OK to eat once in a while?
And I'm eating Cementine oranges like they are going out of style! Is it because I cut our fake sugar?
I used to put 2 big spoonfuls of sugar in my coffee and I drank like 4-5 cups a day. Now I'm down to maybe 2 cups with Splenda.
Is feeling dead because I'm sugarless now?
Cheryl

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TONI!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRACIOUS!!!

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Morning All!

Well, WIW was ok. I'm the same as last week at 171. Yesterday I was at 175:eek: I know it's all my fault. It's been difficult to get back on the wagon since the Canada Day long weekend. I do well for a day then eat chocolate and cookies like a crazy person for a day or two. Hadn't done much exercise either.

Getting on the scale and seeing that 175 yesterday scared the crap out of me. Yesterday I ate close to 100% OP (had a bit of crust on some quiche) and drank water like crazy. I've done my exercise both Monday and Tuesday:strong: I have to be very conscious to eat properly and exercise. DH's boss's pool party is in just over 6 weeks!:o I have confidence in myself tho, cause I bought a 2 pc bathing suit the other day!!!! That could be a scary picture:lol:

CHRISB thanks for posting the other ingredients to the salad. And for reminding me about KopyKat.com. I never even thought about the rice vinegar:eek: JACKK Thanks for pointing that out. I looked at my vinegar and there was dextrose in it:eek: Carbs were 1.7 grams per TBSP. I chopped up some broccoli, carrots, celery, red onion, snow peas and mushrooms and added some of the dressing--about 1 1/2 TBSP to the 2+ cups of veggies. I'm guessing I had no more than 1 serving of the vinegar and Miracle whip in the amount I added to the veggies so I think I'm ok. But it's also the first time in a while I've had that many veggies!

GRACIOUS Happy Birthday:hb: You think 34 is close to 40? I'm 38! You're only as old as you feel and I usually have to really think about how old I am cause I want to say I'm 26! Enjoy pampering yourself. Glad you had a nice anniversary. I've ordered the WATP set. Found it on DVD at amazon.ca for the same price as the video set at Chapters/Indigo. It should be here in a week or so. I'm looking forward to it! Hmmmmm....I'm looking forward to exercise???:dizzy:

JRED & BETH Wonderful pics! You both look GREAT!

QUILTER Enjoy your new Kitchen! That was the first reno we did on our house. I LOVE color. We have a "crayon box" house with each room a different color.

TONI Happy Birthday to You!:hb: Enjoy your day!

EVERYONE I MISSED Even tho I didn't respond to everyone, I do think of you all!

Have to go now. Have a great SB day all!

Good morning to all! I was happy to see that I am down a wee bit more and can report I have lost 5 of my vacation pounds this week!! :D I know that the water consumption and exercise has really boosted me so I will keep it up.

Thank you for the birthday wishes and I send my Happy Birthday out to TONI as we share this special day together! {hugs}

ZANNE & SEF- I know 34 isn't *that* close to 40 but it is closer than 33 is! Actually, I don't care much about my age either. Whenever people have guessed my age I usually get between 26 and 29. I look very young for my age and it has caused a few raised eyebrows where my hubby is concerned. He is only 3 years older than I am but looks older for his age...all sage and serious like a Pastor should ;) ....so when he looks a good 5 years older and I look over 5 years younger we chuckle at some of the comments we have gotten over the years! Makes me feel great!

ZANNE-You are going to love the WATP tapes. I find them enjoyable, so much so, yesterday I did the 3 mile in the morning and the 1 mile in the afternoon! I am really getting my exercise in and using the weights all that I can when I do. I like to push myself so I know I am really working when I exercise.

QUILTER- I tend to fall back into Atkins mode (no starchy carbs at all and really restricted carbs of all kind) when I need to get rid of a few extra pounds. It always works but I find it a temporary solution to give me the boost I need. Once I am back to my pre-vacation weight I will return to SB. It is definitely more healthy and is a better menu. However, I think I will move from 0 to 1 starchy carbs because I obviously lose when they are restricted.

MERCY- How nice to have another PW on the board! We are of the Baptist sort, reformed in our theology. I am sure we wuold have some interesting stories to share! My hubby has been pastoring for 9.5 years now. This is our second church and we have been here for 2 years come September.

I must be off to exercise, shower and get my house in order. Hubby is a dear and agreed to come home and be with the kidlettes while I run to the salon and get pampered! :D Gotta love that. I know he doesn't get as much studying done when he is at home with the kids running around but today is special! ;)

Hi everyone,
Hope WIW is going well for everyone. I'm 165.6 down from 167.2.



Trishaloo
Thanks for the tips with the dressing! Isn’t going clothes’s shopping just the greatest thing when the sizes are down?? Have fun and keep shopping!

Serene
Glad you are back on track!

VAButterfly
I hope you and your husband stick to this WOE. Does he feel better regardless of the lack of weight loss?? Maybe limit the starchy carbs for a few days. Is the apple cookie recipe a Vabutterfly original??

Tranquil
Your salad sounds absolutely YUMMY!! Glad to see you are back on track!

TV
Hope you start feeling better.

Heartmom
Congrats on the weight loss. Keep up the good work.

Sheann
I hope things are going well with you and your son.

Jack-K
Good point on the rice vinegar….how would I find out. Maybe such a small amount would not hurt???? I have a feeling I eat quite a few things that are not legal without knowing…but I’m still loosing and feel better. When I start to get very rigid and worrying about what I can and can’t eat I usually fall off the wagon, that’s what happened when I would try the ZONE.

Gracious
HAPPY BIRTHDAY :hb:
Congrats on the anniversary and I’m glad you had a great night. Highlights always make me feel better!
You are really kicking butt with the videos!! Great Job. I need to get my butt in order and start doing the 2 mile video.

Jred and Beth
You both look very slim!! Great Pic.

Quilter
Hope you are feeling better. Make sure you post some pics of the new kitchen! I love remodeling. Trading Spaces is one of my favorite shows!

Zanne
Glad you liked the dressing, so you think the rice vinegar is ok? What other vinegar could be substituted?
I’m sure in 6 weeks you will look wonderful in your two piece!

Toni
HAPPY BIRTHDAY :hb:

Yeah! I was so blessed this morning...after a temporary really high weight yesterday. I dropped water like I was being paid by the ounce and weighed in this morning at 156 on the new scales! I was so relieved. That puts me at about the same weight as last week on the old scales..maybe down about a half a pound. Wayyyyy better than the extra 4 pounds I had on yesterday. It still amazed me how I let the scales effect my mood.

I pouted all day long yesterday. Even had a SF ice cream fit for dinner...yep...ate right out of the container. But alas today is a new day and the pout is all gone. :) My son and I are fixing to walk so I'm gonna make this short. Please forgive for not getting to everyone...cause you are all awesome!!!

Happy Birthday Gracious and Toni!!!! Many blessings and smiles today.

Jred..loved the pictures of you and Beth. You both look marvelous.

Quilter....I hope you are feeling better this morning.

Damarus...good to see you back on the board. It won't take you long to get past this stall. One month seems long but it really isn't...hang in there.

Zanne...I hear ya....went through the same thing with my scales. Water weight..ugh.

Cherlyco....what I call starchy carbs are WW Bread...brown rice..or WW pasta....I can't eat those and get really good results. As for other carbs from SB legal veggies..I do just fine.

Well, the heat is rising and so is the humidity...I will catch ya'll later. (((hugggzzz)))

Love,
Crystle

235/156/140(New more realistic goal)

Good Wednesday Morning Everyone:wave:

Was able to get in a 4.5 mile walk this morning before the rains come once again. It's ugly and dark out there, nothing new as of late. I could only walk today. Since we've had all this rain the ground being wet and combination of leaves on the ground has left it a bit slimey and I could feel my feet "slipping" a bit so I thought I better play it safe and just walk. Took me 59:20, not a great time, but at least I went out:)

Yesterday the kids were suppose to experience their first school bus ride ever-would you believe, the bus never came, no replacement, nothing!:rolleyes: I had to go pick them and some friends from the same bus up. They're going to try again today. I wonder what they do with kids who's parents are at work and can't leave. I don't mind picking them up at all, it was their choice to try and ride the bus once in a while. Just wait, when it's storming outside, they'll relinquish this thought.

Being today is WIW, I hopped on the scale but wasn't thrilled with what I saw, but not totally unhappy either. Yesterday I was 125, today 125.5, still above my cushion but well below my goal weight. Since TOM started yesterday I'm just hoping that I may be a little less and that I'm retaining some water. Last night I had the worst sweats, I was drenched! You'd think I'd of at least sweated off a pound just from that! Geez, can't a gal get a decent break? Actually, yesterday, my eating was very good, I journaled and kept track of everything and I was happy. I felt back to normal as well and even took a chance to try to eat the quiche once again (that kept me so sick the day before) and it was fine - SO IT'S NOT MY COOKING!!!!

I have to do a few things down south this morning before it starts to storm, so I'm going to get my rear in the shower and get going. I plan on getting on the computer when I get home to reply to everyone individually.

Have a wonderful day!!!

Debbie
194/125.5/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Well, dh down to 215. So 1 more to go for him to be sure of this woe. I'm looking at 144. It's almost there.

Deb-glad the cows stopped falling from the sky. Good thing the patties didn't come with them. Glad you're feeling better too.

Qui-Good luck. Hope you bypass 145 & go right to 142. Keep up the good work.

Toni-Happy Birthday! Thanks for the prayers. Lasagna is an excellent idea! I'm trying the sauce tips too.

Heartmom-Thanks for the Classico idea. I might try some legal flour to try to thicken it up too. Congrats on the 1lb loss.

jred-Loved your tip too. Going to try the forks & spoon tip today!

Tranquil-Hope the cute guy is there today. Don't you love swimming in the pool. It hardly feels like a workout.

Jackk-Thanks for duram semolina tip. Going to try it.

Country-great corn tip. Who would've suspected the link?

Rosalie-I used Pritkin noodles. I'll try your brand instead.

sef-your bathroom sounds wonderful. Thank you for your sauce idea too.

Mercy-I said a prayer for your neice's surgery.

Quilter-I do legal bread for an upset tummy. Hope yours is better today. Sage is a great color. The kitchen sounds fantastic. Hiding the scale is a great idea.

Daramus-Good luck on "scaling" back.

Cherylco-I ate fruit like a fiend when I first started until the sugar craving subsided. Sometimes you just have to get past the withdrawl phase. I find that Agave nectar found in most health food stores works really well for coffee. My favorite additive.

Zanne-I made the rice vinegar mistake as well.

Chris-I took the recipe off the Sugar Twin box & revised it. I'll try to post it later on the receipe board. They were a little rubbery but moist. good for a "sweet fix".

Well, love you all. Gotta get back to my life. Have a great afternoon.

Toni and Gracious - HAPPY BIRTHDAY.

Marie.

Hey this is a quick post for me since I'm on my way to Montgomery for meetings all day.

Today is my two year anniversary on SB. I've learned a lot about myself in the last two years. I've also learned that there are some great folks out there who are very supportive, but not afraid to give you a kick in the arse if needed! Thanks for being there--I'm sure I would have given up long ago, if not for the support and friendship here.

Susan

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ~~~~~ TONI~~~ GRACIOUS!!!!

YOU GALS HAVE A BIG OLE DAY....DON'T EAT TOO MUCH CAKE???? :lol:


BOB

HEY!!!!! DEB~~~~~

Night sweats????? DRENCHED??????

CAN YOU SAY?????

M....E....N....O....P...A...U....S...E???? make that P...E...R...I...M..E..N..O..P..A..U..S..E..!!



:devil: :devil: :devil: :s: :s: :s:


BOB

Fillise - Happy SBer Anniversary :D

Gracious ¡V HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!! Congrats on your loss! Nice birthday gift to yourself!!!!

Toni - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!

Zanne ¡V Congrats on the scale moving down from yesterday ¡V I have been having that same problem ¡V scares me and makes me wonder how in the world!! Then it is gone! Yeah!!!

ChrisB ¡V That is terrific about your loss!!! Keep up the good work :)

Country ¡V That is great about losing that ¡V I know what you mean about the moods being affected ¡V I have been the same way myself ¡V I was really bummed yesterday, but today I am much happier¡K Quilter said last night to remember there are other things positive than just the pounds on the scale, and she is right ¡V there are inches, baggier clothes, and the good health.

Deb ¡V Sorry to have missed you on chat last night ¡V it was fun¡K.
Funny but I woke up twice now soaking wet in my sleep from night sweats - I told my mom who said it was probably just horomones with TOM visiting at the time - but BOB you got it - I think it is the perimenopause, though TOM is on its great schedule, never failing me....

VaFly ¡V Glad to hear that Hubby is losing as well ¡V helps to know you are doing well with him besides your own success! Keep Up The Good Work!!!!

Quilter ¡V It was fun chatting! I cannot wait to hear about your get together with KTK and see pictures ¡V it is a shame we are all so far away ¡V wish we could have one big reunion! ƒº I will go to Orlando in January ¡V to meet those going to the WDW Marathon¡K. Though I am not registered to be in the marathon.

Okay ¡V now for myself ¡V I have lost 1.5 lbs since last WIW ¡V but not at my all time low of the week before that ¡V but catching back up ¡V and with the 10 trips to the bathroom last night my guess is that it is all water and I will be really low next WIW ¡V so I have figured to meet my new mini goal I must lose 9 more pounds ¡V and if 2 is water ¡V then only 7 of fat to bust out of this body!!!

Hope all the rest of you are losers as well!!!

Sabrina
272/248/157
SD: April 1

Sorry guys/gals - I have no idea what the IV is in my post......

Being a KENTUCKY GIRL myself...I can relate to these few things!


Kentucky Summer! (read at your convenience)


You know you are in Kentucky in July when:

The best parking place is determined by shade instead of distance.
Hot water now comes out of both taps.
You can make sun tea instantly.
You learn that a seat belt buckle makes a pretty good branding iron.
The temperature drops below 95 and you feel a little chilly.
You discover that it only takes 2 fingers to steer your car.
You discover that you can get sunburned through your car window.
You actually burn your hand opening the car door.
You break into a sweat the instant you step outside at 7:30 a.m.
Your biggest bicycle wreck fear is, "What if I get knocked out and
end up lying on the pavement and cook to death?"
You realize that asphalt has a liquid state.
The birds have to use pot holders to pull worms out of the ground.
The potatoes cook underground, so all you have to do is pull one out and add butter, salt, and pepper.
Farmers are feeding their chickens crushed ice to keep them from
laying hard-boiled eggs.
The cows are giving evaporated milk.
The trees are whistling for the dogs.
BOB

Happy WIW All.

Hope the scale was good to everyone. For me. I stayed the same. Better luck next week.

I read an article in our paper last nite about a girl who weighed 497 pounds and lost on her own down to 178. She actually got down to 129 thru laxatives and severe exercising. But finally found a good place at 178. They said she was very tone and muscular now and looked much smaller than 178. The Dr. said that anyone who is on a diet for a long time and has a lot to lose (it took her 10 years) has much better chance of keeping it off. He said that people who have only 20-30 pounds to lose aren't on the diet long enough to change their eating habits. Anyone who is on it a long time really wants it and usually changes their habits. So there is hope that we can maintain once we get there. If it takes a little longer, it is only helping you change your habits and attitude.

Toni and Gracious :hb: Have a great day and treat yourself with something other than cake.

Quilter, Sorry your are feeling bad. Hate that you had to miss the conert. Hope today is better for you. I have drank a diet coke or diet gingerale when my tummy is upset. Gingerale seems to be the best for me.

Mercy, Hope you can find a way to get back into your walking. Have a great day.

Fillise, Hope you made it thru dinner legally.

Sef, I have always been a closet eater. Last nite I had some SF LF yogurt alone and then I knew no one knew I ate it so I had anothr dish. BAD ME!

Rosalie, Sounds like you had a good day of exercise. Good for you.

Gymnut, Hope your hiar turned out ok. You're right, don't make the stylist mad. My DH is thin, (other than his beer belly) but unfortunately, my 2 DD take after me. I wishthey would do soemthing about it now, but that has to be their decision.

Daramus, You must have been reading my mind. I was going to post an APB for you yesterday. Wondering what had happened to you. You have probably built up some muscle, that is why you are not moving down on the scale. It will come, be patient. Glad to hear from you agian.

Cherylco, I don't think I ever welcomed you to our board. Welcome. This is a great place and I am looking forward to getting to know you. The sluggish feeling you have is probably due to detoxing. It is great that your family is eating this way too. I only cook one way, if they want to eat, they eat it. If not they are on their own. My Dh has lost 30 pounds just baiscally giving up the potatoes and corn. He still drinks his beer and sometimes indulges in some sweets. Good luck.

Zanne, Get those cookies and chocolates out of the house then you won't be tempted to eat them. Hope you make your goal of getting in the 2 piece suit. That will never happen to me. Way to much saggy skin. That's why it is important to do this now while you're young. Good luck.

Gracious, Happy Birthday to You. Enjoy your day. Hope it is special. WTG on getting rid of those vacation pounds. Your exercising is great.

Chris B, Congrats on the loss this week. You are doing great. Maybe Deb or some other veterans will know about the rice vinegar.

Country Mom, Glad the sclae is back down. It is horrible how we let something like a scale affect our moods. But it does. Keep up the good work.

Deb, Glad you are feeling better. If your kids are like mine, they always want to try something new, but after 1 time, forget it. Back to convenience and dear ole mom. Glad you got on the scale. Thught you threw it away there for awhile. You are still doing great. At least you are under your goal. I'm so glad it wasn't your cooking. I was worried about the kids while Eli was gone. they might starve.

VAbutterfly, Congrats to both you and your DH on your loss. Hopefully that will keep him going. Even if he quits, tell him you will still cook and eat this way. Tell him that you need his support and he will do it. Good luck.

Fillise, Happy SB anniversary. 2 years that is awesome. You are truly an inspiration to all of us. See my post about the article in my paper.

Tranquil, Congrats onthe 1.5 loss. That is still a loss. Mini goals are a great incentive. I have been doing that lately too.


To all the losers this week, Congrats!!. To all others, hang in there, next week will be better.

Jackie
257/180/145
10-10-01

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TONI AND GRACIOUS!!!!

WIW is holding steady at 162. TOM is in full force, causing much pain and nausea. Hopefully, this will pass soon and the scales will begin to move. I put on some capris for the first time in a few weeks and the form-fitting lycra is really loose. Feels good.

'fly: Hope your hubby keeps with this WOE with you. Is he eating enough? I found that we really need to stay up on our calories to loose weight.

fillise: Congratulations on your anniversary. Keep it up, Girlfriend. Remember to take this one day at a time. Think about how much better you feel eating this way. The article Jack-K shared was great. Keep remembering it.

Jack-K: Thanks for the article. It will help to remember the doctor's words when we are feeling down about the slow progress some of us are making.

Daramus: Glad you kept your skin on when that thunder boomed. Like someone else said: I bet you're building muscle. Did you see BOB's picture comparing 5 pounds of fat to 5 pounds of muscle? It was great. Shows us why we are smaller in size even tho the weight might seem high.

Crystle: Glad you feel better today. Hope you aren't having the heat we are. The weather guy said our humidity is high because of all the rain we had keeping the air moisturized. We even had a red air day today. But that's on the other side of the metroplex. It's still a good reason to STAY INSIDE!:dizzy:

Tina: Are you having a good week? Staying in the pooL?

Congrats to all you losers today. Keep up the good work!

Gotta run.

Jeanie
Poopsie Bubblekisser
196/162/130

Well- I took off the four pounds from the holiday time and drum roll please- another pound is gone! Whoohoo! I'm at 231 today. Last Saturday I was at 236. I know that probably 3 or 4 pounds was water weight- so what. I'm lighter any which way u look at it,lol. I have been limiting my starchy carbs to no more than 2 a day. Been snacking on veggies with dressing during the day. Plus I always have a LFNSA yougurt(6-8 oz.). Anyway, I haven't been as ravenous as I usually am. I think it's because I also increased my protein. I am going to make a squash casserole tonight. It's kinda fattening. I use link sausage,squash,onions(sometimes I add tomatoes and zuchinni in it) and top it with Velveeta Light Cheese. Probably make some peas and snap beans to go along with it.

Finally, I have time to post a decent post to everyone!!!

Kids just got home, soaking wet, raining hard out there - they haven't said if they want to take the bus again in the future;) They don't have to tomorrow, their Dad is picking them up which means I have the day free! Free at last, free at least, thank God Almighty, I'm free at last! Not sure what I'm going to do though:shrug: I'm sure it will involve shopping though;)

KIMMY, you are right with me making sure others go to the Dr. if they aren't feeling well, but when it comes to me, uh uh:nono: Honestly, the hormones seem to cause some problems for me and when I don't eat correctly it seems to effect the way I feel. Sometimes it's from my stomach stapling. If I knew it wasn't the hormones and I was eating correctly and not over eating and still get sick, then I'd be more worried, but I'm pretty good with knowing why I feel a certain way most of the time. I promise to you and everyone else, if it really got to where I was suffering badly, I'll make sure to get to the Dr.;)

CHRIS, good job of planning ahead for your GM bday - I can tell from your post just how good you felt about doing this and how empowered you feel being able to be in such good control. I think the advice given on that dressing already is good. I don't like using artificial stuff when it has to be cooked, but otherwise you should be okay. You could use a little of the honey if so desired, as long as when you have a serving it doesn't go over the 3 gram rule.

FILLISE, HAPPY SB ANNIVERSARY! I think it's wonderful to have 2 years of healthy eating to look back at. I know that even though you haven't achieved your goal weight YET you've come a long way from where you started. Not only on the scale, but in many other aspects. I read all articles like the one you posted but I take many of them that try to debunk the efforts people try to lose weight with a grain of salt. I think it's sad when they put a statistic like that out for people to see, esp one so old. Just as you said, "why struggle to lose weight when I'll most likely gain it back?" You DON'T know that this will happen, nor can you have your mind set like this because if you believe it, then you'll never believe in yourself that you CAN lose the weight. Honey, if I can do it, anyone can. I don't believe it's really hard to lose the weight, though for some people who lose weight more slowly than others have a tougher fight, but what I think is hard for people when it comes to losing weight is they want it right now, being patient is hard. Getting yourself to start exercising is hard. Teaching yourself a whole new way of eating is hard. Reacting to situations without food being the crutch is hard. I'm sure you get the point, these are hard for people, esp. since most people are set in their ways. But when you put the effort into changing these things that seem to be hard, the weight loss will come. I think it's harder to keep the weight off once you've lost it. And to that, you could also say the same thing you did before. But once you get to your goal weight you want to stay there more than anything in the world, and it's hard because you've already taken all the steps to get to this point so you have to keep doing everything you've learned up to this point and learn more-how to stay where you are. It's a life long lesson to learn, and as I always say, I've been doing this for over 2 years now and I'm still learning. I hope I explained this in a way that I came across not sounding stupid. You know you can do this, I know you and everyone else on this board can do this-you just have to believe in yourself that you can do it!!!

JRED, glad to of been able to help with the pictures. You and BETH look wonderful, too dieting divas!!! I just love seeing get-together pictures of our board members. I can guarantee there can't be another board on this site that has had so many people meet with each other. I love it!!! Michael chose to go to summer school to earn extra credits and Lauren went because they want her to get the PE out of the way so she can focus on her magnet classes (Drama). Thank goodness neither of them needed to go for any other reasons, like most of the kids down here.

BETH, see what I said above to JRED! Okay, now on to that Mounds, and we're not talking about your boobs! I think it's very hard, but not impossible, to cheat and get back on track. I think once you eat something so off plan that your taste buds get that sugar sensation it triggers the brain to want MORE. There's many people who can cheat and get right back OP, and I envy those people more than you could ever know, but I'm not one of those people. I thought after 2years of being totally OP that I had nipped that problem in the bud, but no, I still have that problem, I cannot cheat and get right back on track. One cheat will turn into a day/a few days binge until I see the results on the scale that horrifies me and pushes me back in to reality to know that it's time I get back OP before it gets any worse - and it can get worse faster than you can spit. So get back on track, or I'm gonna wrap those size 16 jeans around your neck and pull tight!!!!!!!!

TONI, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I hope you have a wonderful day today. What are the plans? I hope you get spoiled rotten today, you deserve it!

JACKK, ummm cleaning, haven't done a thing in days, so to answer your question, yes, I'm still in the family room. I think after I get this posted I'll go work in there a bit (yeah, right!). Nope, not close to Orlando, about 3 1/2-4hours from me, depending on how fast I drive. GATOR, VES & SOL are the Orlando area delegation. Hope DD is having a good time with her friend, and hopefully having better whether than we are down to the south.

GRACIOUSHAPPY BIRTHDAY! I'm so happy you mentioned that your bday was today, I had no idea since you don't have a BIO on the BIO BOARD, which is what I use to locate everyone's bday. I hope you too get spoiled rotten today. First your anniversary, now followed by your bday - busy month for you! The kids went to summer school. Lauren's in Drama and they want her to get her PE out of the way, so that's what she's taking, Michael wanted to earn some more credits and he decided to go as well. They have SC until Aug. 13th, I believe and then regular school for the year starts August 26th.

COUNTRY, how many scales did you buy? I can understand you wanting to try to do without the starchy carbs, but why the meat? I assume you're still eating chicken and/or fish? Just watch your calories and don't go too low-keep track. I think you can have the starchy carbs, but do so more in the am, early afternoon and not in the evening, if you want. Good job on the pogo's, just hope no one breaks an arm, then those bargains aren't so good anymore;)

ZANNE, I've heard of KI-SWEET but have never tried it before. They sell similar stuff in the HFS down here. From what I remember you have to buy it from a distributor and it's a bit expensive, but it's been so long since I read about it, so I'm not quite sure.

SERENE, ELi's DD is going to be 20 next month. He has a son that just turned 25 in May. Remember, Eli's an old fart! He's turning 50 in a few days.

TRISH, cool beans on the clothes you tried on! I think it's wonderful, you've come so far! Which eggplant recipe do you want to try, the baked with the meat and tomato sauce, or the eggplant gratin. I bought some eggplant that was marked down yesterday and have to decide what I want to make with it now. May try a new recipe if I get inspired. Better get in spired one way or another otherwise they're going to rot on me!

TRANQUIL, geez, take all the fun out of you coming down-no smacking? Oh well, I can still throw you arse in the detox dungeon, so just be on your best behavior! Hot man? No pictures? Darn? Oh girl, this vomiting thing has been going on for 18 years! Well, at least the part that's due to my stomach stapling, hormones for about 10 years I'd say, but those aren't that often. Just recently have they gotten a tad more in numbers and I really believe it's from not being OP as I should.

TV, I hope you feel better. Have you spoken to the Dr. about the meds? Wish I could give you a comment, but I haven't gone through what you have. It sounds like your body is reacting in a big way. I'm sure there has to be a solution for you-hopefully you'll find it pronto.
I hope you had fun in Dollywood, love that place. Disneyworld, in Oct. - care to make a side trip down to Miami?

SEF, DOCTOR? What does that stand for?? They say things get worse with age, can you imagine how I'll be 10 years from now, you'll have to drag my dying arse in to see a Dr. by then. Of course, you got me pegged, I'm one of those do as I say people. Next time we phone chat I give you the right to b*tch at me, okay?

HEART, which Israeli's salad are you referring to? Are you sure it's not the Lebanese salad, Fattoush? I have not a clue what an invalid seesion means - did you try to vote again?

BOB, yeah, yeah, idle threats of calling my Mommy! Good luck in finding her!!!!!!!!!

MERCY, hope your DN is doing well, that is quite young to have a gallbladder removed. Did they find a lot of stones in hers? It's wonderful with all the events over the last weekend you were able to stay OP - good for you!

QUILTER, sorry to hear you weren't feeling well and had to miss DOWN FROM THE MOUNTAIN. Was it just music, or a whole play? I've never heard of it before. Are you feeling better now? You're doing great and I'm so proud of you. When you talk about excessive starchy carbs, can you give me a better idea of the amount and what types you are eating? This is easy to fix, not anything major at all.

FLY, I think ENRICOS SAUCE is delish, I get it at the HFS, but once found it at the .99 cent store. I think HUNTS makes a legal decent brand too. I'm sure there's lots out there. BTW, you need to redo your BIO on the BIO BOARD, I don't have you on the e-mail list anymore either - see what happens when you stay away for so long!

QUIV, glad to see your post - don't stay away so long - when the cats away the pound come back-okay, it doesn't rhyme, but you get the idea!

GYM, heathbar cheesecake, and you made it-YUM! I would probably of indulged myself, my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Do you have any agave syrup? If so you should really try my CRUSTLESS CHEESECAKE RECIPE-no one can tell it doesn't have sugar. Okay, I just HAVE to ask, since you live in the windy city - have you ever gone to an Oprah show????

ROSALIE, I'm sure you didn't do too much damage with the foods from your GD'S bday-the bbq sauce, there couldn't of been that much on the sausage and the other stuff you had, small amounts, they aren't going to do the damage. We all know that if we continnue to eat stuff like that, instead of it being a one-time event, that's what get's us in to trouble. Did you read my post where I told everyone that the Lindt store here, the lady said they'll start selling the 85% cocoa bars in Sept? YIPEEE!! Yeah, like I really need another chocolate bar!!!!

DARAMUS, good to see your post. I'm sure you'll get below that 180 mark soon enough, just continue doing what you're doing and your patience will pay off!

CHERYL, a starchy carb is cereal, bread, pasta, rice, sweet potato and the like. SB recommends at least 40% of your daily intake to come from carbs and only eating 2-3 starchy carbs. Some people think that reducing or cutting out the starchy carbs helps, and it may, but I did SB for over 2 years without doing that and did find. Whatever works is my motto, as long as it's a healthy way of doing it. Having no carbs, like Atkins, is NOT healthy. What I have read many times is to try to limit your starchy carb intake in the evenings if possible, try to eat them earlier in the day. Many people do eat SF ice cream, but I'd much rather have the natural stuff like Breyers. I don't ever suggest it to those who are new though, your body is still detoxing from the sugars and having the taste of ice cream may trigger you to want to eat more sweets. If ice cream isn't a trigger food for you, you may be okay, but for me, I could never eat a 1/2 cup of ice cream, it's more like a half-gallon! Let the sugar get out of your system totally and you'll see just how much better you'll feel.

Okay, I just have to wrap this p - I've been typing for 2 hours and it's not an easy task on this laptop! If I missed anyone, it's not at all intentional and I hope you forgive me.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF YOU WHO LOST THIS WEEK AND TO THOSE WHO DIDN'T BUT CONTINUE TO STICK TO THIS HEALTHY WOE!!!!

I'll check in with you all this evening at some point - so much on the boob tube to watch tonight, not sure what to watch first!!

Toodles

Debbie
194/125.5/129
Sb since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Evening everyone.

I have to say that you are all so wonderful. Thank you for all of your support. I do have some news about my ds. He has gone home and has been living with his wife and kids for the past few days. He is still having his struggles but his wife is being supportive and helping him to get through them. There is also a crisis team that she can call if things get bad. So far so good. Thank you all for your prayers. I know that they have made a huge difference.

As for me, I just finished reading the Sugar Busters book again and am recommitting myself to this WOE. I have had to admit to myself that for the past 6 months I have just been playing around and not committing myself to it. So.... here I go. I'm going to watch the pounds drop.

Happy birthday to Gracious and Tony.

Happy Sugar Busters Anniversary to Fillise.

Again, thanks!!!!!!

Sheann
287/267/150

Hi everyone

Hope you all had a good WIW. I'm back to my normal after being down a few pounds last week. So we'll see what this week brings.

I was just about to start a post this morning, intending to respond to everyone when I was called into work. So off I went and that was the end of my good intentions for posting. They had a barbecue for the patients and they needed some help. After the patients were served then it was time for the staff. I amazed myself and kept away from all the starchy carbs. I had a couple of hamburgers and a hot dog. There was macaroni and potato salad which I resisted (mind you it wasn't really too hard - who needs potatoes, macaroni and bread and potato chips at one meal). Plus cake for dessert. I did have some coleslaw and fruit cup a little later, which I had brought from home for my lunch. Oh I almost forgot I also had a small piece of sp quiche as I was still a bit hungry. For breakfast all I had were two boiled eggs. So I have done o.k. with the protein to-day. I picked up some veal parmagiana on the way home from work. I will have that for dinner with lots of veggies.

Fillise - Happy SB anniversary. I read the article in th NY Times. It's good to see that some of the proponents of the low fat/high carb diet are beginning to see that it just doesn't work in the long run and that there are other/better ways of losing weight and keeping it off. I wouldn't be too concerned about what was said about most people who lose gain it back again. The guy wasn't saying this is a fact but just reporting what had been the mantra for the last 50 years. The way I read it he wasn't agreeing with it, just commenting on it. But I feel that by following a low glycemic woe we can lose the weight (maybe slowly for some of us) and keep it off.

Deb - Enjoy the time you have for yourself. It will be over before you know it. Glad you will be able to get the Lindt 85% choc soon, but do you really need any more. How much have you still got stashed away?

Sheann - Glad to hear that things are going a little better with your son and he is back with his family. I hope they can work things out and she remains supportive of him.

Gotta get in the kitchen to fix dinner and do the dishes. It's badminton this evening. Greetings to everyone.

Bye for now.

Marie.

Got back from the salon this afternoon and my highlights turned out wonderful. She trimmed my hair up and gave it a bit more sculpting around the face. I have long thick hair that goes to the middle of my back and the styling she did around my face really adds well to it..gives me some more volume. So I am pleased which is nice after you spend a hundred bucks on something like that! :eek: Thanks to mom!

SHEANN- I am so happy to hear about your son and that he is back home with his family. What wonderful news to know his wife is being supportive and is there for him during this time. I will certainly keep praying for all of you!

Recommitting yourself to SB sounds like a great idea. Starting fresh, as it were, might really give you the incentive you need to jumpstart things.

DEBELLI- I did have my bio on the bio board for about 2 days once then I deleted it all. I dunno...I am kind of a freak about being too public.

J_RED- Way to go on the form fitting lycra!! I am too scared to wear anything like that yet!

HEARTMOM- Good news about losing those extra pounds. Keep up the good work!

Hey....I got home from the salon and after dinner hubby says to me "I did an IQ test online. Why don't we take our coffee down and you can do it too." I bite and say sure and off we go. I finish the thing and get my score which ranked me as *highly intelligent*. :lol: I get a good chuckle from that then ask him what he got. He says he doesn't want to tell me so I don't feel bad but finally confesses that I beat him by 8 points! :lol: Gotta love it.

Hi all!!

Happy Birthday- Gracious and Toni I hope you both have a wonderful and blessed day.

Just a quick post to let you all know I am down 2lbs this week for a total of 14lbs in 5 weeks.

I will get back later I'm on my way to the hospital to check on my niece her sugery started at 3:30.

DEBELLI- I think BOB posted the Isreali Salad. It may be similar to what I have been eating lately anyway. I cut up zuchinni,cucumbers,onions,and tomatoes and toss with Italian dressing. I was able to vote on the poll the next day, so I guess it was a glitch.

HAPPY SUGARBUSTERVERSARY SUSIE!!!!!

BOB

sorry i have not posted in a while, but i truly believe i need a vacation from vacation! we were home only a week from cincinnati when my sister from st. louis came down for a week with her 13 year old and 4 year old. we hit one of the theme parks, universal studios and had a nice time until my 4 year old neice fell or rather collided with another child on the way to the parking lot and fell and broke her arm in 2 places! we spent that night in the emergency room, got a temporary cast and now they are safely back in missouri as of the 5th. work has been busy as usual, i was oncall last weekend and got called in 4 times for emergencies! the money will be nice but i was pooped! and on top of all this we got a puppy!!!! sarah has finally got the dog she has wanted, a 10 month old cockapoo that we named daisy.
she is very sweet and has adapted well to our rather chaotic lifestyle. she is very loving and came from a family where she was kept in the garage all day. she is loving all the attention at our house.

weight wise i have been doing ok, a few cheats here and there but i am back on track, this is really the only WOE for me, am anxious to see my lab results this time, hope i can get off the insulin soon.

hello to everybody and welcome to the new folks, i have a lot of reading to catch up on. oh debbie, great job on the new format,i like that SB has its only section.

chris

p.s. for those of you who remember zsuzsu she and baby to be cooper are doing well, she is still working and hangin in there she is due the 18th of august i believe. she has not gained a whole lot and seems pretty healthy, will keep you updated as to when cooper gets here.

be patient, i am trying to post pictures from cincinnati with Kim

sorry, looks like i goofed again, i will contact an authority and try again

Well, I just goofed and lost my post. I'll try again.

I've spent a while skimming the posts this week. I've been behind. Dennis and I have spent this week painting and papering the kids' rooms. They turned out really cute and they love them.:) I'll try posting some pictures. Eating hasn't been great this week. Nothing too bad, but definitely not 100% OP.

JEANIE: Man it's hot here too. I haven't been in the pool, I just stayed inside. :D Loved the pic of you and Beth.

BOB- Loved the Kentucky thing!

And here's a pic of the girls' room.

HiedieHo All!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRACIOUS AND TONI!

Just spent a nice time at an AARP meeting here in town. A new friend asked me to go with her and I said yes just to be nice but it was worth it! Put supper in the crock pot this morning so don't have to worry there. WD had sale on whole fryers. So I put one in the post, threw in some peppers, onion, tomatoes, tomatoe sauce, spices and presto chicken caicatore (or however it's spelled!) Just have to cook up some pasta.

FILLISE: I've had that page thingy happen too. Often when I leave the site and then come back it is solved. Other times it's just the one page and next is okay. I'll be interested to see if you get any tips. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

QUILT: Hope you are feeling better. Tums for the tummy! Ginger Ale, diet of course. Peppermint tea. When I was a kid my Grandma used to make real peppermint tea. It was her cure for everything! We had a huge (140#) German Shepherd for 11 years. I found people just saw him and backed off! They didn't realize he was a lover not a fighter. I still habve a scar on my arm where I got scratched by him when I helped the little country vet neuter him!

DARAMUS: Nice to hear from you again! I was in the pool the other night and a clap of thunder came that caused waves! I wasn't long in getting out I can tell you. We have the same kind of rain pattern, rains on one side of the street but not the other. Just depends where the cloud is.

CHERYL: Takes a while to get real sugar out of your system. Many complain of withdrawal. As a former "1 pot of coffee by myself from 6:30a - 8:45a when I headed out the door to work", I know how hard to give up the coffee! I'm down to two BIG mugs a morning now. Have to have the sweetner though, can't seem to do it black.

GRACIOUS: I always looked younger too, although I'm not so sure I do now! My DH was 15 years older, he said he married me young so he could train me right! I remember when Frank Sinatra married Mia Farrow, 20 years younger, and Dh wondered what that young girl could see in a man so much older! You must feel very glamorous after your day of primping!

JACKK: Been there done that today. Didn't have lunch, passed up cake and ice cream at meeting. Then came home and ate waaaaaaaaay toooooooooooo many crackers with no one around! BAD ME too!

SHEANN: Glad your son is home and his wife is trying to help.

ROSALIE: When I worked with the geris, part of my job was helping plan specila events like BBQs. The patient always loved a change from the ordinary. Even though I worked the last ten years of my career with head trauma my heart always belonged to the geris. That's why I volunteer at a NH now.

MOMMA: Glad to see your post! I am not very computer literate. Tried to scan and email a friend a special paper today. Can't figure out how to do it, even when all else failed read the directions!

Take care all!!

Shirley

Hello Everyone! Thanks for all the well wishes that I would be feeling better. I did feel much better today. Went to work and got a lot done and didn’t feel sick anymore. I think it’s a PMS thing. It seems like I only get this way during that third week of my cycle and it usually only lasts about a day. Then it’s gone. So who knows?

I didn’t eat so much today, because I was very leery of eating too much and getting sick again. Tonight I did make salmon patties. Mmmmm, mmmmm. And I might add that they cooked beautifully on my new gas range. I am really starting to like it so much. I haven’t used the oven yet, so I am anxious to try it.

HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY, BIRTHDAY TO GRACIOUS AND TONI!!!!!! Hope you all have wonderful days and that tomorrow morning when you wake up you’ll feel younger NOT older.

DARAMUS---Good to hear from you! Don’t get down that your weight is staying the same. Look at it this way . . . at least it’s not not going up. Besides there are many other ways to measure your good work. Try your measurements and see if there’s a difference. Also are your clothes feeling bigger?

CHERYL---Way to go at getting those SB foods to your family! Very well done!!! My husband was a huge Mt. Dew fan when I first met him. Now he’s a WATER DRINKER. Every so often I’ll see him with at diet pop, but that’s rarely. He says he likes the way water makes him feel. So don’t despair and don’t give up on your hubby. I made some “spanish rice” a week ago with brown rice and it was wonderful!!! I fed it to dh and my two nieces and nobody even knew it was brown rice. I think hubby suspected because he knows I wouldn’t eat the white kind. When I talk about starchy carbs, I’m referring to breads and crackers and pasta and rice. Everything has carbs in it (milk, fruit, veggies). But those foods are not considered starchy. Am I right about this, DEB? At least that’s what I think the difference is.

ZANNE---You made me LOL when you said that “when you saw that 175 it scared the crap out of you.” Perhaps that’s how you lost the four pounds. Congrats! You had to be sighing a huge relief sigh when you saw that nice number pop up. I love the thought of your crayon box house. I would feel right at home there! What color is your kitchen?

GRACIOUS---Sounds like the scale gave you a good birthday present. Good for you!!! Your idea to ditch the starchy carbs for a temporary push sounds like a good one. I may have to try it, but I’m not sure I can survive without my triscuits!

CHRIS---I’ll be sure to get some pics of the newly revamped kitchen. It may take a while because I have to make some little curtains and I’m not sure when that’s going to happen. I like Trading Spaces too. But some of those designers get on my nerves. I think that Hilde and Doug do not take the homeowners’ considerations into their minds when they are planning the rooms. I LOVE Vern and Frank and Jen. They seem to really want to please the home owners. Did you see the one episode where the woman hated the room so much that she had to leave the room and began sobbing off camera with her microphone still on.

CM4H---You did make me laugh when you confessed about eating straight out of the container. I laughed only because I can relate to that statement in a BIG way. Congrats on the loss. Do you weigh yourself everyday?

DEB---Boy, you all sure are getting some UN-sunshine state weather! That’s got to be a downer after so many days. Down from the Mountain is just a concert using the music and performers from the movie. It’s a first class group of bluegrass singers. The video under the same name is more of a documentary and the concert in one. Yes, I really would have loved going, but I really needed to be home. The starchy carbs I eat on a regular basis are: triscuits and whole wheat pitas. Some days I have two pitas and usually 10 triscuits for lunch. Today I had probably 15 -18 triscuits throughout the day. (I made the mistake of taking the whole box to work!) Then came home and had a toasted pita with butter. Then at summer I just had two salmon patties that probably had a tablespoon of bread crumbs and some spinach. But some days I eat more triscuits. Usually for breakfast I just make a soy protein shake and that’s all I have. Not on a regular basis I eat ww noodles or Special K. That’s about all the starchy carbs I have. What do you think?

FLYGIRL---The next time my tummy wants to do the two-step, I’m going to try your idea of legal bread. That would work, I’m sure. Thanks for the tip. I’m crazy for GREEN, all shades . . . even chartreuse!!! I think it’s such a calming color.

TRANQ---I sure wish you and your sidekick lived closer so we could do a get-together with you all on Friday. KTK said she’d bring her digital camera, so there will be pictures. I’ll confess that I usually don’t wear make-up on my day off, but since there may pictures posted on the board, I will get out the mascara. LOL

BOB---I enjoyed your KY list. How true! Maddie seems a bit stiff tonight. Thought I saw her limping a little bit earlielr tonight. Give Skeeter a scratch behind the ears from Auntie Kim. We got the DVD of High Fidelity with John Kusack. Have you ever seen that one? I hated it at first, but then it sort of wore me down. Not a chick movie that’s for sure. We also got The Big Kahuna with my boyfriend Kevin Spacey, but we didn’t have time to watch it. What are you considering this weekend in the way of movies. Have you seen I am Sam? I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Sean Penn.

JACK-K---I loved hearing about that article from your paper. Wow, that woman is certainly worth honoring. She really had the focus and stuck with it. How great for her. Can you imagine how her life changed?

HEART---You are kicking butt and taking names. You must feel great that 8 pounds are gone!!!! Awesome!!! Way to keep it up!!!

SHEANN---Glad to hear that your son is at home with his family. Praying for him that he gets peace and gets the help he needs. Hugs to you for all the stress youare under. I also pulled out my SB book to reread it. YOu and I must be on the same wavelength. Good luck on your recommitment. Just remember that the white stuff is poison for you. If you want to feel good and healthy and do the right thing for your body, you will not even consider that stuff. Today I did the Vending Machine Walk with my co-workers. I got a Diet Dr. Pepper (my favorite soft drink). They all bought stuff from the candy machine. NOT ME!!!! I didn’t even consider getting any of that stuff. Really keeping the danger in that crap at the forefront of my brain so I will stay away. You will get to that point if you are not there already. Good luck!!!

ROSALIE----You did good at the barbecue today. I love that you pointed out how silly we eat. How we put so much of the same stuff (starchy carbs) in one meal. How did you make your cole slaw? Any special secrets? I love cole slaw, because I love cabbage.

BKM---It’s great to hear from you. Glad to hear that Daisy is doing well. Knowing Sarah, Daisy will be the most loved dog in your town! Thanks for the update on Zsu. I’m anxious to see the pics. I’ll bet I look like a house.

MUSIC---Hey, your handiwork looks great. Love those bright vivid colors!!! It is hard to eat right when you’re busy doing home improvements.

SEF---You and I have so many bonds. Both of us German Shepherd mommies. I’ve know quite a few GS and they are mostly cuddle bugs who just love to be loved. I have a teeny, tiny bottle of peppermint oil. It’s super strong and you have to be very careful not to get it on your fingers because it can really burn your eyes. I sometimes put a fe drops in water and that will help with a tummy. Sometimes I just sniff it and it relaxes my whole being. I forgot I had it. So thanks for reminding me of that.

Okay, kids, it’s time for bed. I have one more load of laundry to take out of the dryer and then I’m hitting the hay. I do so enjoy spending the evening with you all. Thanks for all the great things you all speak of. Thanks for showing all your warts. Thanks for sending hugs to those who are hurting. We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful, kind and caring group of people. Talk to you later.

Kim

Wow, busy day on the board today!

Happy Birthday Toni and Gracious!:hb:

Thanks to all for the anniversary wishes. Today was busy--but OP and I feel so good tonight. The whole inside of my body feels clean!

Sheann--I'm glad to hear the good news on DS! I hope they continue to make progress.

Shirley--Glad to know I'm not crazy about the page thingy!

BKM--Good to see you back! Sorry to hear about the niece's broken arm. I broke my arm once while visiting an aunt--no fun. I guess when you live in Orlando being a tour guide is a fact of life. Hope you get some time to rest up--I'm a big believer in down time!

Gracious--glad the highlights and the trim turned out well! WTG on the IQ test.

OK--got to go to bed--I'm very tired tonight.

Susan

Hello all. I'm feeling pretty good tonight. I was able to get in a second 3 miles today for a total of 13 miles in 3 days. Not up to what I use to walk but almost and at a faster pace so I aint complaining. :)

Vabutterfly...you and hubby are doing so good...I know that pound will come off and he will be hooked.

Tranquil..thanks for the pep talk today.

Hey Bob! You sure that aint about TX..man it was hot here today..and the hottest days are yet to come.

Jack-K Thanks for the neat story. Persistance does pay off and life long habits are being made.

Jeanie...it was sooo hot and humid today. I can barely wait for winter. Of course when winter gets here I'll be beggin' for spring.

WTG HeartMom...the weight is coming off nicely. Your casserole sounds delicious.

Deb...I only bought one new scale recently. Hopefully this time it won't break like the last new scale. The reason I cut out the meat is because it helps me lose weight a little quicker and I'm not a big meat eater. But when I started on Sugar Busters I cut my protien too much and my hair started to fall out...soooo you don't have to worry about me cutting meat out for any length of time. :) I already caved this week any how...but I have cut them back.

Sheann...I'm so glad your son is back home with his wife and getting that support. That will help him a lot.

Gracious..I bet your hair looks beautiful..glad you had such a super b-day.

BKM...praying those lab results come back just AWESOME.

Music..the kids rooms look great..I especially like the girls room..it's so cute.

Kim...Yes, I weigh everyday...sometimes 3 or 4 times a day. I had gotten away from it and was only weighing once a day. So hopefully I'll get back there. I think these new higher weighing scales just bug me....the numbers that is.

Well, it's time to call it a night. I hope that I didn't miss anyone. ((hugzz)) Stay encouraged and know you are doing GREAT!! It a journey, an adventure so enjoy along the way.

Love,
Crystle

235/156/140(new more realistic goal)

Hi all!!:)


My neice is fine and her sugery went well. She's just uncomfortable with gas pains. Thanks so much for all your prayers.

Also congratulations to all the losers!!!

Gracious-I'm glad you enjoyed your day at the salon and that you are happy with the results. My husband has been a Pastor for 9 years. We are non-denominational I guess if I had to Compare it I would say we are very close to Full Gospel.

VaButterfly- Thanks so much for praying for my neice

Quilter- Glad to see you feeling better.

Deb- I guess I am being Noisy:o But did you have your stomach stapled for weight loss? Well enough of my being noisy enjoy you free day tommorrow, I'm sure with you being the Bargain Queen you will find many bargains.

Sheann- I'm praying for your son. Congratulations on your recommittment to this WOE!!

Hello. I used to post here a while ago and I found an article in the New York Times Magazine that I thought anyone doing Sugarbusters would find encouraging and interesting. Enjoy! :)

http://www.nytimes.com/2002/07/07/magazine/07FAT.html

HiedieHo All!!

MUSIC: The room looks happy with those cheerful colors!

QUILT: Gram used to use peppermint oil too! Forgot about that. She would use it for tea (and other things) or else she would muddle fresh leaves and steep them in hot water.

COUNTRY: BOB did a misprint she was talking about LA!

MERCY: Glad all is well with your niece.

Just thought I'd check in before I check out and to bed.

Shirley

Guess I'm a little late for WIW but was very pleased with the scale today. I won't throw it out just yet. I have lost 1 and 1/2 lbs since last week. I didn't expect it as I thought I'd show a gain after the big binge. Does that mean I can still have margaritas and lose weight? :nono: Just kidding,I promise!!

Deb, or anyone?? I do have a serious question about alcohol though. My doctor has said that I should have one glass of red wine each evening to help with cholesterol issues. I will have to start on medication if the level doesn't come down and I don't eat a lot of fat. How would that fit in with SB? Any information would be helpful.

I had a delicious dinner at Tranquil's house tonight. She fixed the salad with the grilled chicken that she has been mentioning. Let me tell you how wonderful it was. She is such a good cook! After dinner, we went for the nightly walk with her DS, Gram and the not so fluffy hound. It is always fun to have someone to walk with, even if she has to listen to me complain about having to go to the bathroom.

Sef, the buddy system really does work very well for us, however last weekend was just a very unusual exception. It won't be happening again. You sound like a very talented lady with all the crafts you do. Wish I had someone like you near by to help me learn. I have always wanted to do counted cross stitch or needlepoint.

TONI and GRACIOUS, hope you each had a very Happy Birthday. Sorry my wishes are a little late!

Debbie, sounds like the problems with school buses are very common, especially in our state.We've had similar problems here. The bus stop for my DD was over a mile away when she was in Summer school. She was supposed to walk to it by herself at 6am. I said no way of course, and just drove her to school. Some days, the bus just didn't show up anyway.We've been having lots of rain in this part of the state also. This weekend is supposed to be a big wash out. Glad to hear that you are feeling a little more back to normal, however, I have to agree with BOB about menopause or perimenopause. Sorry, but I don't think ELI is an old fart at all! I am getting very close to 47, so 50 is looking quite young to me! I have a son that is going on 25 also!:eek:

Mercy, it was nice chatting with you Tues. night. I'm glad to hear that you niece is doing well. Boy, do I know how those gas pains hurt after surgery. OUCH!

Quilter, glad that you are feeling better. Geez, that TOM sure causes all of us a lot of problems. He doesn't come visit me anymore, yet I get the cramping and bloating just the same. It would be a blast if my cohort and I lived closer to you but we might become the terrible threesome and get into lots of trouble together! :D Sounds like a fun idea to me! I can't wait to see pics of your visit with KTK! I'm curious to know your recipe for the soy protein shake? Maddie sounds like her bark is much worse than her bite. LOL I think just the sight of a German Shepherd can be intimidating. Sometimes a stranger will come to our door that doesn't know how gentle greyhounds are, and will be very imtimidated at 3 big hounds staring at them through the glass door. Once they greet whoever is coming in, they all go back to being couch potatoes though. Ok, the names of my hounds: Jennifer Prince is 9, Aussie Lee is 6, and Miles to Drive is 11. I just call them by their first names as those were their official racing names. I will try to get a picture posted soon for you to see. You can see a picture of Tranquil and I if you go to the support board for week 6/3-6/9, page 8, almost to the botton of the posts. I love your idea for the red kitchen counter top for a Coke kitchen. I need to hire you to come redecorate for me since you are getting lots of experience at it lately.

Well, it is gettig late so I will have to finish catching up tomorrow.
Hi to everyone I've missed.

Take Care,
Wendy

Just a quick GOOD MORNING to all us sleepy heads. I'm wishing you a wonderful Friday Eve. Hope you all have such great days. It's a perfect morning. NO HUMIDITY and cooler. We actually slept without the ac last night. Delightful!!! Guess it's easier to be cheery in the morning when you don't have all that moisture weighing you down.

Speaking of weighing, I have to admit that that darned needle on the scale refuses to budge. I'm down one pound from when I started back three or four weeks ago. I guess I'm going to be one of those slow pokes. Although it's disappointing, I'm not giving up. I know that I am eating less than I was when I was snacking like crazy. So I'll just have to wait and see. Something has to happen sooner or later.

Talk to you later. {{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}
Kim

Hello All!

Though I'd check in before I get to work.

Some of you asked about the Rosie weight issue--it was a little disappointing. She and some other women are going to try to lose weight (again--we've all been there haven't we?). There was an conversation between Rosie and Laura Flynn Boyle on being too fat and too thin, there were two articles on weight loss surgery--both lost weight, but one woman was happy with the surgery and one wasn't. The one who wasn't is having problems keeping food down since her surgery (ahem--sound like anyone we know girls?). There was also an article about women in the military and looking good. But besides the surgery articles there was nothing really substantive. The best article I've read recently is the one in the NY Times magazine. Wendy has also posted a link to it--it really raises serisou questions about the lowfat/high carb gospel.

I hear that a new edition of the SugarBusters book will be out this fall. It will be interesting to see what added information they will include.

When Mom and Dad were here in April they wanted to try it so I sent the book home with them--BIG MISTAKE! When I get shaky, I always find that rereading it helps to keep me committed. When I go to NC in two weeks, I'm taking it back! I need that book in this house AT ALL TIMES!

I had two slices of WWSF bread with natural peanut butter and agave on it for breakfast this morning--YUM!

Have a good day everyone!

Susan

Hi all...

Been a hectic week for me, so sorry for not posting. Congrats to the losers and happy belated birthday to Toni and Gracious.

My weight's bopped up a couple of pounds, but I'm not surprised after the holiday weekend I had... ugh.

Today I see my new Dr. for the first time. I have to fast for the bloodwork, so only H2O for me today. :(

Wish me luck that she might actually find a reason why I'm feeling so lethargic, as opposed to telling me it's all in my head and if I lose weight, all my problems will go away. :lol:

When I get a chance, I'll post the before and after pictures of my haircut - everyone says it's cute, even Dan (and he thought I was crazy for wanting to cut my hair off). :)

Have a good rest of the week!

Jenn

Good morning all you SB'ing Darlings!

It is a gorgeous day here, as it has been all week in fact. It is warm but not hot and not humid at all. Gotta love it! We are planning on going strawberry picking this afternoon with the family so it is perfect weather for that.

I weighed myself this morning and I am down another 2 pounds from yesterday!!! :D That 2 pounds will go towards this weeks count and I hope to add to it. That is 7 pounds in total since I got back from vacation. Yay for me!!

MERCY- Well then our hubbies have been in the ministry basically the same length of time! Have you been at the same church for those 9 years? Do you have any children and if so how many? Give me some details girl!

QUILTER- I have to say that I think dropping the triscuits is a better idea than just dropping all starchy carbs. I saw in your post to DEB that you eat the WW pitas and the triscuits. I think the triscuits are too easy to over eat on and they really don't fill you up. Those starchy carbs could go towards a nice healthy wrap made with another WW pita or tortilla. I found that when I started SB that I ate too many triscuits too. I loved the taste and would eat those instead of a more filling option and be hungry soon afterwards. Having said all that, we each have to *tweak* things to suit ourselves and see what works. Hope you tweak well!

SEF-My hubby used to say that too! *Marry 'em young and train 'em up right!* He said it with a silly accent and all. I was married when I was 20 years old and that is pretty young by todays standards. I am glad I did get married that young though!

I am going to stop now before my computer freezes on me. I am off to do my WATP 3 mile video. My expected houseguests that were to arrive today from Ontario called last night when I was in bed to say they weren't coming. :rolleyes: Nice timing after I got everything cleaned and food prepared and purchased. Oh well..at least I can take it easy today and already know what we are having for dinner! Ciao for now.

Hoooo Booyyyy - What a day I have in store.
Went into my closet this morning and my clothes bar has fallen all the wall! Maybe a little too much weight? I knew I had too many clothes in there, but really, how rude to pull away and drop all those clothes onto the floor. It's time to put on my carpenter's hat and fix the sucker. I should also go through those clothes and put away the things I don't wear anymore.
Plus my hair appointment is at noon.
The taxi motor is warming up to take babygirl to gymnastics and other DD to the ortho for a check-up. Wish me luck!

Jeanie

Just a quick post, I forgot yesterday was Wednesday. I did weigh though. Didn't lose anything but didn't gain either. I didn't weigh this morning but feel like I must have lost a ton of water. Was in the bathroom all day and all night. I upped my water intake and I think that must be making a definate impact. Obviously, I haven't been drinking enough.

We have a family reunion to go to this week-end in East TX so I'm hoping I don't sabotage myself too bad. They usually have a few things that are OP (bbq chicken, salad). Hopefully, I'll be able to steer clear of the goodies.

Happy BD to the birthday girls!!

Trish

I'm about to start the lasted "Left Behind" book, so if you don't see me on here for a couple of days, my nose is in the book.
Gotta fix that closet first, tho.

Later guys.

Happy Thursday Everyone! (are you sure it's not Friday).

Did not sleep at all last nite, boy am I dragging today. Got to sleep around 11, DD got in from Fla around 12:30, could not get back to sleep, she was walking around putting things away and the floor was creaking something horrible. We walked late last nite (3 miles) an I had already walked my 2 miles in the morning. My legs were really tired and they hurt all nite. I finally fell asleep around 2:30 or so. It was really hard to get up at 5:15 to get my walk/job in. I drug my lazy arse out of bed. It was hard to jog too much, my feet and legs were tired and hurt. Did have to cut off the last block. Needed to lay down for 15 before getting ready for work. It's early to bed tonite.

Now to catch up.

Jred, Congrats on the lose fitting pants. Sometimes we hav to measure success by how our clothes fit instead of the numbers on the scale.

Heartmom, WTG on getting rid of that 5 pounds. Who cares if it is water, it is still 5 less pounds on that scale.

Deb, Going bargain hunting today since you have a free day? Hope you enjoy it. I'm not one that likes being alone. I get bored to easily.

Sheann, What wonderful news agout your son and DIL. I truly hope they can work things out. Especially when there are kids involved. Will continue to keep them in my prayers. WTG on recommiting to this WOE. I am half way thru the SB book myself again. Sometimes you just need to re-read it to get you focused again.

Rosalie, Nice going at the BBQ. Sometimes, all that food doesn't even bother you. Sounds like you went prepared.

Gracious, Your new haircut sounds cute. It is nice when you pay so much for soemthing that you end up liking it. Sometimes those stylist can really give you a far out hair-do. I don't think they even look at you to see how you wear your hair when you walk in. Hope you had a great bday. Regarding the IQ test, GIRL POWER!!

Mercy, Almost 15 pounds. That is great. Keep up the good work. Do you have alot to lose?

BKM, Nice to hear from you. It sounds like youhave been very busy. Bummer about your niece. We used to have a cockapoo too. She looked more like a cocker than a poodle though. Her name was Truffles. My DH adored her.

Music Teach, Cute wallpaper, Is that Indians? I love Pooh, very cute. Sounds like you have had a busy week. It's nice to be productive.

Bob, I'm a true-blooded Kentuckian, I did not find anything to relate to in your joke. LOL You are giving us a bad rep.

Sef, Your chicken sounds good. I need to find some legal crock-pot recipes. I hate trying to come up with soemthing to fix for dinner. If I don't that leads to trouble.

Quilter, Glad your sickness didn't last very long. Yum, salmon patties. Haven't had them in years. My mom made the best but mine doesn't taste like hers. I have been craving fish too. Glad you like your new stove. The lady who lost all that way really did have a big life change. She would never go out of the house or even let friends in to visit. Now she is a physcologist at at University here and she iw working with overweight children. What a remarkable change.

Country, That's almost 5 miles a day. I think that is awesome. I wish I could get that much in. Keep up the good work.

Songbird, Thanks for the link on the article, will check it out. Come back and join us. We would love to have you.

Serene, Red wine is legal according to the book. I don't like it b/c it is soo dry. I usually dring a white ziffendale. Hasn't really bothered me yet. If you figure out a way to drink those margaritas let me know, I really miss them. WTG on the 1.5 loss. Stay legal this week and hopefully you won't see a gain from the binge. Good luck.

Jred, I had the same thing happen in my DD closet, It feel 2 times before we finnaly got it anchored. What a nusiance. Have a great day.

Trish, Plan ahead for the reunion. Take something you can eat, take along some bread and triscuits to dip. Plan now to be 100% OP and you can do it. Have fun.

Fillise, I'm looking forward to the new SB book. Hope they have added some things (other than carrots). Going to check out the article in Times. Rosie & Oprah have really gained their weight back. With their money and being in the public eye so much, you would think they would have better success. I need to keep my SB book on hand too. I won't lend it to anyone.

Jenn, I hope you have good luck at the Dr's. Can't wait to see that new hair-do.

Gracious, Wow you are kicking some butt. 7 lbs. Keep up the good work.;)

Have a great day. Hope I can check in later. Tomorrow is DH birthday and I need to get out tonite and buy something. Men are so hard to buy for. Need to get to grocery. I have almost no food in the house. Probably be Sat before I do that.

PS. I just had to fill out a form for health insurance. It was sure nice to be able to put down a decent wt instead of my "other wt" for a change.

Later,

Jackie
257/180/145
10-10-01

Hi y'all. Hope y'all are staying cool today. Things are back to normal now. With all the painting done and everything put away.:) Didn't get up early enough to walk. I'm taking advantage of my summer break. I did do the WATP 2 mile tho. so good for me.:D

JACK-K: Hope you get a good night's sleep tonight. Wow! that made 5 miles yesterday. WTG!

JEANIE: I love those books. This isn't a new one is it? I didn't think there was another one out yet.

TRISH: Have fun at your reunion. It's hot here too, just not so much rain.

GRACIOUS: WTG on those 2 pounds and especially on being down 7 pounds from vacation.

JENN: Hope your dr. visit goes well. Maybe he'll have a clue as to why you're feeling sluggish.

QUILTER: Have y'all finished the kitchen yet? I've been slow on catching up on the board so I may have missed something. I told my kids that they couldn't redo their rooms till they were old enough to do it themselves.:s: Too much work.

SERENE: WTG on that 1.5 loss.:)

COUNTRY: 13 miles in 3 days????? Man you're doing great.:)

Gotta go. Sorry I didn't get to everyone. Maybe later.

Well, I weighed this morning and it said 230.5. So I am officially back on track(yay). Since Saturday, I have not cheated not one bit. I think I have stuck to SB 110%. I am so proud. Usually the weekend is my downfall. But not this time! I can't wait until next WIW when I will be back in the 220's. BTW- someone said it was 8 pounds I lost- not yet, but as of today it is 5 1/2 pounds(all of which I had gained back,lol)

hi everyone,

My DH and I went to the Outback last night. I got the Alice Spring Chicken. I think it was legal.....bit cheesy but good. I also got the sweet potato (no butter or brown sug). I ate half last night and half for lunch today.

I had my DH take a pic of me since the one on my bio was so small.

Look no more double chin!!! LOL

Hope the pic loads.

Chris


:shrug:
Ok It did'nt work....Its on the bio page if anyone wants to take a peek.

I am shoving salad down my gullet and trying to cool off from my workout. I just rode the bike for 30 minutes, then got kicked off by others waiting for a bike – so I did stomach crunches (75), my stomach is sore from all the crunches I have been doing every day…I am on a deviled egg kick! I have been using Light Mayo – and I don’t over fill them with the yolk mix – so hopefully they are a bit lighter on the fat than the normal recipe….

Gracious – the WATP – can you explain it a little to me? Is it walking in place? I am interested because it sounds like something I could have at home for the days when the weather is rainy and/or too hot….and my Gram can do it too…..but most of all, DS can do it with me on those lazy days we don’t want to go out :D Think of me while your eating those strawberries – how I love those berries!!! Way to GO!!!!!! You are doing great losing!!!!

Music – Good going on the exercise!!! You know painting, home improvements always brighten up my life – I love it when I accomplish something in the house….the colors for the rooms and border looked great!

Jack-K – You are doing great with the exercise!!!!! Don’t push yourself too hard that you get hurt! I wish I could get up early enough to go out in the mornings, but there is just no possible way unless someone drug my tushy out of the bed and out the door – which won’t be happening at my house - hahahaa

Songbird – Thank you for sharing the Times’ article….

Trish – Hope you have a good time at your reunion and are able to stay OP!!!

JRed – Good luck with your day – and fixing the closet – what a pain in the rump for that bar to fall – Hope you like your hair and see you when you finish your book

Jenn - Hope your visit with the doctor’s is successful in helping you!!!

Fillise – I saw the front of the magazine with Rosie and Lara Flynn Boyle, but have not had a chance to read it – If only I looked like Lara Flynn Boyle!!!!

Quilter – I am jealous of your weather!!!! I go outside and vavoom – soaked! The air is so thick you could cut it with a knife!

Serene – Great going on the weight loss!!! Keep up the good work!!! And, you can come over for salad any time – I can use you as my food tester/critic for the new salads I want to try!!!
Mercy – glad you niece is finished and okay with her surgery. Gallbladder surgery was not an easy one for me – so I can sympathize – hopefully she had the scope surgery and will be all healed up quickly!

Country – Wow, you are really getting the miles in – that is great!!! Keep up the good work!!!! 140 pounds is not a bad goal – and means only 16 more for you to get to!!! Not bad!!!!

Chris – Dinner sounds yummy – good job in keeping legal!!!! Very pretty picture – it is not too small at all….your right, No double chin!!!!! Yeah!!!!

better get to work - Bye

Sabrina

TRANQUIL-The tapes are called *Walk Away the Pounds* and they are by Leslie Sansone. They are individual tapes that are different lengths and times. The 1 mile is only 18 minutes long, 2 miles is 30 minutes and the 3 miles is 47 minutes. Each includes a warm down and stretch in those times.

I really like them a lot because I find her motivating and they fit into my lifestyle of being home with the kids. I do them during the day and sometimes the kids try to do them along side of me, which is fun for all of us. You can personalize each workout by adding heavier weights or using the weights throughout the entire workout.

There is *walking on the spot*, side steps, kicking back, front kicks, knee ups and a combination of arm movements where she targets different muscle groups. There is a focus on keeping your balance and using you trunk muscles as well. An all around good full body type workout that can be done at home. You don't need much space, just move the coffee table out of the way and you are grooving!

You might be accustomed to a more intense workout, I am not sure of your exercise habits. Perhaps it is best to see it first. I would recommend the 3 mile tape though. It is the most intense and you feel like you got a good workout from it when you are done. For those who are just starting to exercise I recommend the 1 mile tape. It gets you up and moving and that is what counts. The 2 mile is a happy medium but like I said earlier, I use them all depending on the time of day and in different combinations.

Hope this helps.

Hi all :)


Just a quick post to say all is well my neice came home today. Thanks so much for the support from you wonderful guys.

Gracious- My husband has been Pastoring at this church for 5 years. We have 2 boys they 12 and 9 year old.

Jack K- Yes I have alot of weight to lose about 80 more pounds.

Hi all-
I am still alive and kicking - but have been way, way off course. Can I come back on board? We went away for the 4th, and for some unknown reason I scarfed away more M&Ms/raisin/cashew trail mix than I would have every imagined. And - anything else in sight! So, I come grovelling back, once again. Yup - tire tracks all over me from that dang wagon!!!

I had one of the best walks of my life tonight. Did I burn up the miles or beat speed records...nope. But I had the sweetest time with my youngest. He alternated between holding my hand and running like the wind. We stopped long enough to grab some blue bells on the way home. I'll attach a picture at the bottom for those who have never seen them. They grow wild on my ten acres..the whole pasture is full in late spring and summer.

The sun looked like a giant orange ball as it slowly sank in the sky. Tator said he wanted to watch it set because it was so beautiful. The storm clouds were rolling in quick so we only made it 20 minutes and .9 miles...but what great minutes they were. :)

Love,
Crystle

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Boogie hit something on the keyboard that made my print on the computer really big! I have hit all the keys trying to get it back to normal and nothing has worked. HELP!

Evening All:wave:

Just a quickie to tell you all I didn't die and go to shopper's heaven!:rolleyes: Left the house around 9:30ish this morning and didn't get home til after 8pm - too pooped to post, so will try to catch up tomorrow.

Nite!

Debbie

Well I am getting tired now, just finished cleaning the kitchen, the Flylady would be proud, folding laundry, and time to crawl up the stairs to my bed.....

Gracious - thank you, and I am going to check into finding an inexpensive one of the 3 mile tape - since I have been exercising so much - the 3 mile sounds like the perfect one.....

JBug - Welcome back - Here's to you jumpin' on the wagon and getting back on track!!!

Heartmom - Hope you get things back to normal with the computer....

Country - that sounds like a delightful walk - and the picture was very pretty! I understand the specialness of your walk - those are what take us away from the stresses of the day and remind us of the precious innocence of our children.... Mine is with his dad tonight - so tomorrow morning he will be back....

Deb - Hello......

Night, Sabrina
272/248/157

Hello All!!! Well, it’s almost 11 and I’m just not getting to the board. Had a really good day. Got a lot of things done at work. And I remembered to put some frozen salmon fillets in the refrigerator this morning. So they were ready when I got home. I put some sweet potatoes wrapped in foil in the grill and they were soft and wonderful in just over 30 minutes. It used to take 1.5 hours to get them really done the way I like them in the old oven. Paul grilled hamburgers for himself and I had one of the salmon fillets. I tool TRANQ’s advice and made a little sauce out of balsamic vinegar and spicy brown mustard. I also put some dill in it and brushed that on the salmon while it was grilling. TRANQ, you are RIGHT!!!!! That was awesome and so easy to do. I know you called for dijon mustard but all I had was regular and spicy brown. It definitely had a bite that was wonderful!

After dinner we went to Loews to pick up a few more things for the kitchen. Cove molding for under the cabinets. Then a light for under some of the upper cabinets. Then I got some cute curtain rods so I can get going on these curtains. That’s my job for tomorrow. We also bought some little white hooks. Paul came up with a great idea. We don’t have a stove hood/fan type thing and there’s all this wasted space under the high up cabinet. (Our old stove had an old microwave attached to the top so it took up all the space.) So anyways, Paul asked if I would like to see my pots and pans hanging from hooks under there. I thought that was a great idea. This tiny kitchen has very limited storage. So that solves quite a few problems. We only hung one up tonight, but I really like the way it looks. Oh boy, am I rambling. Sorry!

DEB---I have one question. Is a sweet potato considered a starchy carb? I’m thinking I know the answer, but just want to make sure.

FILLISE---Congrats for getting back OP. You are doing great. Our body rewards us immediately with feeling better when we treat it right. Thanks for the rundown on the Rosie Weight Issue. Didn’t sound very full to me either.

CM4H---I think the idea of weighing everyday is a good one. I may start that. The people who wrote that Carbohydrate Addicts Diet book say you should weigh every day and then take a weekly average. I always thought that was a good idea since it’s easy to fluctuate at any given time.

MERCY---So glad to hear that your niece is doing well and that the worst part is behind her. Hope those gas pains hit the road soon. Tell her to “keep on tooting”. She’s got a good excuse to let loose.

SERENE---Congrats on the big loss. That’s great. I’ll bet you were surprised to see the needle go down that far. Guess you got your system flushed out really well. I am sure that we would definitely be the “terrible threesome” if we lived close to each other. We’d need KTK to keep us on the straight and narrow. BTW, your pictures are great!!! That dreamy french waiter was quite the beau-hunk. Did he get a big tip?????? Also, KTK called tonight and she said she was going to put her camera in the car tonight so she didn’t forget it. She really sounds like a lot of fun. I think we’re going to have a good lunch and shopping excursion. I’ll probably get home before her so I’ll give you all a report tomorrow afternoon. I love the names of your hounds. They sound like fancy pants movie starts: Jennifer, Aussie, & Miles. Which one is the most laid back. Which plays the dominant role? Do you have to keep their racing names when you get them? Here’s one thing you have to know about my decorating. I have all these ideas and I probably end up changing all of them but one throughout the course of the project. I planned on green and white tile, chose faux brick. I planned on painting the countertops, chose to leave them alone. So I don’t know if I’d be any help to you. I’d probably add to any pre-existing confusion. I usually care my own fair share of confusion around with me.

Friends I can barely keep my eyes open. So I’m going to quit for the night. I’ll be back on in the a.m. to finish up my responses to everyone. Catch you on the flip side!!!

Kim

Good morning y'all! I have lost yet ANOTHER pound!! I am now down 8 lbs from vacation. The good news is, all the vacation pounds are gone but now I have to work on the pounds that I had put on before that which messed up my all time low. I am now weighing in at 172 but would like to see 164 again. I was only at 164 for a few days when I saw it but I am going to see it again!!! So I now have 3 lbs towards this weeks count and maybe I get add a couple more to that. I definitely attribute it to my exercising. For those of you out there who aren't exercising yet, try it for a week and see if it makes a difference.

QUILTER- I like the idea of the pots hanging because you are limited on space. I don't like having to dig around in my cupboard to get the pot I want which is on the bottom of the pile! My mom has those great cupboards that pull out so you don't have to move everything around to reach them...must be nice! These hanging pots will be a lot easier for you to get at...hope you have nice pots since everyone will see them now! Keep them nice and shiny, girl.

COUNTRYMOM-Sounds like a beautiful walk. My middle son who is 6 always stops and notices the beautiful things in creation too. I find it so lovely because he is a rough and tumble kind of kid but has such a sensitive heart. Aren't the children such a blessing?

TRANQUIL- Glad I could help. You might be able to get the set of all 3 cheap too. It seems that when you buy them in a set you save money.

JBUG- Welcome back! Hop back on the wagon with me! I just got back from vacation and hopped on July 2nd. It has been a good ride with the added exercise. You can do it!

Mercy- We have 3 kids. A girl 8, boy 6 and boy 3. Add to that a dog, a cat, 3 budgies, 2 ducks and over a dozen chickens. :eek:

JRED- How is the book? Did you get raptured yet? :lol:

JACK-K- 5 miles would do something to your legs. Sorry you had a bad night hope last night was better for you!

That is all for me. The kidlettes want me to help them pin their bug collection on the foam board!

Good Friday morning! Used all my allotted 1/2 hour time reading the posts. Whew, we are all busy. This a.m. was a perfect summer morning. Low humidity, bright sun & a whisper of a breeze. It was inspiring. I have the best job! Love to see the sunrise. (After I haul this big butt out of bed:D ) Dh is still at 215. He's positive & doesn't seem to be in his down mood right now so I think he will stick it out at least until Sunday. I'm at 143 this a.m.

Fillese-Happy SB anniversary! 2 years already?

Tranquil-congrats on the loss. Girl you are inspiring with all the workouts. I love to work out. I've got to begin today.

Jred-hope you feel better soon. hmmmm, dh eating enough? I think so but I'll double check with him. I know he's not eating much lunch but I cook him a good dinner. He seems hooked on roasted peanuts in the evenings. He's not drinking enough h2o. Thanks.

Jackk-thanks for the support. Fellow closet eater here too. Good luck on sleeping. I battle insomnia periodically myself too.

heartmom-congrats on the loss! Whoo hoo. Doesn't it feel good.

deb-Oops. no bio. Gotta remedy that. Thanks for the Enricos tip. I'll look for it.

Sheann-Doesn't it feel good to recommit.

Gracious-New hair & high iq. Can't think of a better day.

Mercy-congrats on the loss. Glad your niece made it through too.

Musicteach-Loved the rooms. How inspiring. Love all the new colors around.

Quilter-Do you think it's true about a green kitchen & lower appetite being connected? I heard that a long time ago somewhere.

Well, all. I get to clean the house now! I've been clicking on these smilies & I'm not sure where they're going.
:devil: :devil: ;) ;)

I had every intention of keeping up this week. I can't believe it is Friday, and this is the first time I am getting to post. I really did try last night, but Explorer closed on me when I tried to open the smilies page. This one will be nude of smilies. :)

This week, I have been trying to get a lot of my writing done. I write free lance Children's curriculum for a church. With vacation coming up in two weeks, I need to be ahead. Sometimes, writer's block slows me down, like this week! I try and blame it on the theme or topic for teaching, but if I were honest, I would know that is not true!

I am a not doing any better, and now I feel fairly certain my lupus is flaring. I have been suffering a lot of fatigue and joint pain. Guess I will try and get in to the doctor sometime in the next few days. Nothing they can do tho, but take blood and tell me how bad the flare is. Not sure I want to know.

SBwise, I have been on program, but eating too many starchy carbs. I need to curtail that, and think low carb. Someone sent me a great article from the NY Times that said the medical community is beginning to have to eat crow - Dr. Atkins has been right all along. It is the carbs that make you fat, and not the fats. Duh! We all know that. Sugar and carbs from processed sources are the biggest culprits. I was glad to see they are questioning that stupid food pyramid that has no scientific basis.


I tried to read all the posts last night, but my head was swimming, and I could barely retain what I was reading. I do remember I missed Gracious' and Toni's birthday, so

HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY, GRACIOUS and TONI!!!!

I have not stepped on the scale. With my health issues, I know I am retaining water, and I just don't need any help feeling depressed. I feel like my clothes fit the same, but my wedding ring is tight.

Sorry this post is not more personal, and I hope everyone will forgive me for not addressing individuals.

As I was skimming posts, I noticed some absences...where are Nance, Fruit, and Gator? I know there are more...just can't think with my head pounding.

Have a great weekend, and I hope everyone has a wonderful weigh in next week! :)

Good morning!

I can't believe it's Friday already. The week has flown. Went to a couple of garage sales yesterday. Didn't find anything. Maybe we'll go out again today.

Things are going ok. So far so good. Trying to stay op.

Hope everyone has a great weekend. The weather here is beautiful. Not too hot but bright and sunny. We are supposed to be having The Venetian Festival down by the Lake (Lake Michigan). I might check it out.

Anyway, I'll check in later.

Sheann
287/267/150

Where has the week gone!

I'm starting into my 3rd day of DETOX!! I'm doing pretty good so far. Went out Wednesday and bought loads of fresh fruit and veggies. I have no BIG craving for chocolate even tho TOM is due any day. Unusual for me. If I feel I want something sweet, I grab some fruit. I'm down 1 lb since Wednesday! :D That puts me at 170. Let's hope I can get below that for next WIW.

Went shopping with my cousin yesterday at IKEA. Had lunch there. Meatballs and I got steamed veggies instead of the potato. Tomorrow will be more of a challenge since we're going to a family BBQ. I'm sure I can pick a couple of things to eat. :)

GRACIOUS--WOW! You go girl! Can ya send whatever magical east coast thing that is making you drop so much over my way?:lol: Actually, I think I'm not doing too bad. Can I ask how tall you are? We started out about the same and are close now and have close goal weights.

JACKK--the cookies are gone. Chocolate is still here:devil: but as long as I don't start into it, I'll be fine. If I really feel I want to have a chocolate, I'll be tossing out that box!

SHEANN--I'm so glad your son is home and that his family is supporting him. I hope he can get well soon. WTG on your recommittment.

ROSALIE--WTG for your choices at the BBQ. How are you enjoying your grill? I use mine all the time and wonder how you're doing with yours.

DEB--The KiSweet is pretty expensive--especially with the conversion to American money. That's why I was trying to get input before I even thought about ordering it.

QUILTER--My kitchen is navy blue and white. The navy is almost black. I had to go back twice to have them make it darker! DH thought I was nuts but I could picture it in my head. Cabinets are white with navy counters. We have white wainscotting from the floor to about a third of the way up the wall. Trims are in natural wood. We were gonna paint them white, but liked the look of the natural. Led to natural wood accents like our farm table and chairs etc. Glad you like the gas stove. For some reason a gas range scared me (probably from hearing horror stories from my mother). I've heard they are much better for cooking on. Great idea for the pots. Enjoy your new kitchen.

HELLO to all I missed!

WELCOME to all that have joined the board!

Ok, DS wants to "do something" so I better get.

Good Friday Morning!:wave:


Just a quickie once again, will do a mega post later today-have to get out and do a few things before the kids get out of school.

I have a project for you all to work on this weekend. I would like everyone's participation, but of course, nothing is mandatory. Come Monday, if you would all have something to post for Motivational Monday, I would greatly appreciate it. I would like you to post something YOU have found motivating when it comes to this WOE. Even if it's something that's been posted here in the past, copy it and put it up on Monday. Is there something you refer to when the going get's tough, post it. A special quote that makes this WOE easier, post it - you get my drift? I'm going to e-mail this to everyone as well, just in case someone isn't on the board over the weekend, don't want anyone to miss the chance to get their part of the project in. If you have any questions, just e-mail it to me. GOOD LUCK at picking something out:D

Later!!!

Debbie

Happy Friday! Boy, am I GLAD this week’s almost over! :)

Doctor update – she ordered thyroid tests, along with standard blood stuff, so we’ll see if that’s a factor. I also have to go in for an ultrasound on my gallbladder, for those horrible stomach pains I get from time to time. Also, according to their scale, I’m at 188! :eek:

Here’s my problem. She said that if my thyroid checks out normal, then it’s possible my initial weight gain (50+ lbs. in less than two years) came from my birth control pills. Sorry if that’s TMI – I don’t know who else to ask about this! She wants me to go off of them if my thyroid checks out normal, to see if my weight drops.

Now, remember I’m getting married in October. I will continue to take the pill until the wedding. But are the hormones enough to keep my weight up? We weren’t planning on having a baby until I get my degree in 12/2004. I am terribly afraid if I go off the pill that we’ll end up with a child much sooner. On the other hand, I owe it to myself, Dan, and my family (and future family!) to lose this weight and get back to a healthy size.

Anyone have advice on this? I know I’m probably being silly, and if the Lord gives me a family, then it’s in HIS timing, and not mine. :lol: But I guess I’m still concerned about the family planning alternatives.

Sorry for the rambling – Dan and I had a talk about it last night, and I’m still considering the options. If anyone wants to reply privately to me, that’s okay too.

I’m hoping to get on this weekend and catch up on all the posts. Have a good day!

Jenn

ZANNE- I attribute my great losses this past week to exercise, drinking lots of water and cutting down on my carbs.

I am 5' 8.5" tall and originally thought I would go for 160 lbs as my goal. I did a bit of research and it seems that 154 should be my goal. All I know is, when in high school I was an awesome size 7 and weighed in the mid 140's. I have since had 3 kids and am 34 so I think that 154 is attainable and maintainable. I am presently wearing size 10 and 12 with a few 14's thrown in to keep me humble! ;) I would like to be a true size 10 when I get to goal.

How tall are you?

Hello!

Thought I'd try to get caught up on some posts before I have to leave the house this morning.

Music, your kid's rooms look adorable from the pics. I also have a pool that I've hardly been in this summer. I'm with you, when it is too hot I just want to stay inside.

Country, I cooked your stuffed peppers recipe last night and it was delicious and very filling. Everyone especially loved the sliced smoked sausage that was included. I used the Turkey kind to cut down on the fat content. Thanks for sharing it. Did you ever get that treadmill put together? What a sweet time you had on the walk with your youngest. A moment to treasure for sure. Seems like when they get into their teens, those moments get more elusive! Looks like you have a little piece of heaven there on your 10 acres. I love the pic of the Blue Bells, how gorgeous.

Jack-K, thanks for the info on the red wine. I normally prefer a sweet wine and also like Zinfindel a lot too. I've been trying to find a red one that I like since my Doc specifed it. I have found a Cabernet Sauvignon that isn't too dry for my taste. I have finally found the secret to some wines, thanks to my buddy of culture, Tranquil. Like a dummy, I never realized that some wine is meant to be drank at room temperature and actually tastes much better.
I had the wrong impression that wine was only good if chilled. I still don't have a glass every night like I'm supposed to, so I get around to it a few times a week. I see my Doc again on the 25th so I'm hoping my cholesterol is much lower so I don't have to take pills for it. I guess an occasional margarita wouldn't hurt, as long as you don't over do it, like some people we know! :lol:

chris, I took a peek at your picture and how pretty you are! Congrats on no more double chin. Can't wait to get there myself!

jbug, come on back on board! I think that a lot of us have been run over by that wagon! I would of had a problem staying away from that delicious trail mix too.

Debbie, can't wait to hear of your latest shopping adventure as soon as you are rested enough to share!

Tranquil, what is we find the set of WATP tapes and just share the cost? It might be more economical than you buying just one tape. I could use the one or two mile tape at my house and you could use the three. You know me, I never want to walk that far anyway! :D

Quilter, Yummy to the salmon and sweet potatoes, one of my favorite meals, especially with Tranquil's special sauce on the salmon. I love the idea about the hooks for the pots and pans. My microwave that is over my stove, is about to die and too expensive to replace. I might just take it out and use that space like you did. Paul wouldn't mind if I borrow his idea now would he?
Glad you saw the pic of Tranquil and I. She is always pretty but it is hard to tell me from my hounds at times.:lol: The French waiter was gorgeous and had a personality to match. And, yes, he got a HUGE Tip!!!! I hope you have a great visit with KTK today. I think anyone would have a fun time visiting with you! I can't wait to see pics from the visit. I will have to answer your questions about my hounds later, as I've got to get busy here. Believe me, I will probably tell you more than you want to know as I always have lots to say about my furkids.

Well, I would appreciate your prayers and thougts today as I am going to pick up my 17 y/o DS and bring him home. He has been away for a few months in juvenile programs and the situation was very difficult with him before he got arrested. My soon ex-2-b doesn't want him in the house, however, he is coming home anyway. Needless to say, their relationship is not a good one. I don't know what kind of fireworks may be going off around my house tonight. My DD of almost 14, has exhibited some disturbing behavior this week so I have been dealing with that too. I think she will have to be grounded until she is 18. Anyway, I know that life is always full of stress of some kind, I just wish it didn't seem to always happen all at one time. The good thing is, I am not wanting to eat the comfort foods like I would have before SB.

Gotta get going and will check in later.

Take care,
Wendy

HiedieHo All!!

Busy day, NH, shopping, and tonight have the HFH BOD meeting. Just thought I'd take a minute to check in.

SERENE: You might find that SB will bring your chloresterol levels down. It helped mine. You can have a occasional glass of wine. I just haven't bothered. I LIKE that doctor! Stitching is easy! All you have to do is be able to count! Recognize symbols for each color, keep stitches in same direction and you're off and running!! Prayers for you and family.

GRACIOUS: I was one week short of my 22nd birthday. Now evry body waits, no thats not so. They live together but they don't get married! What's a piece of paper they say? It's commitment, I think. They also don't realize the legal ramifications of living together. I have seen some real messes when one is sick and the other has no say for instance. I was never sorry or felt I missed anything by being married at that age and for the next 31 years!

JRED: Did you get your closet fixed?

TRISH: Think positive about your trip. You'll be able to stay OP.

JACKK: So tired yet you got out there and walked! WTG! RE: The chicken recipe. I used one can of diced tomatoes and one can of plain sauce. The liquid was a little too thin, not very saucy. I think the next time I will use a can of paste rather than sauce. I guess the chicken was really juicy. I will say though, that the flavor was great!

JBUG: You know you can come back! We miss people when they aren't here!

This is not getting the housecleaning done!

Shirley

FRIDAY FUNNY

Ole and Sven were fishing when Sven pulled out a cigar but didn't have a lighter so he asked Ole for a light.

"Ya, shure, I tink I haff a lighter," he replied and reached into his tacklebox and pulled out a 12-inch BIC lighter.

"Yiminy Cricket!" exclaimed Sven, "Vhere did yew get dat monster??

"Vell," replied Ole, "I got it from my Genie."

"You haff a genie?" Sven asked.

"Ya, shure, he's right here in my tackle box," said Ole.

"Could I see him?"

Ole opens his tackle box and out pops the genie.

The friend says, "Hey dere! I'm a good friend of your master. Vill you grant me vun vish?"

"Yes I will," the genie said, so Sven asks him for a million bucks and the genie hops back into the tackle box and leaves him standing there waiting for his million bucks.

Suddenly the sky begins to darken and the sound of a million ducks flying overhead is heard.

Sven yells to Ole, "I asked for a million Bucks, not Ducks!"

Ole answers, "Ya, I forgot to tell yew, da genie is hard of hearing. Do yew really tink I asked him for a 12-inch BIC?

FRIDAY FUNNYSister Margaret had been a model nun all her life, but then she was
called to her reward. As she approached the pearly gates, Saint Peter said, "Hold on, Sister Margaret...not so fast!"

"But I have been good all my life and dedicated to the work of the Lord.
From the time I was taken in as an infant by the sisters at the convent
to my dying breath... I have lived for this moment!" Sister Margaret exclaimed in disbelief.

"That is just the problem...you never learned right from wrong and to
get into heaven, you must know the difference between right and wrong," replied St. Peter.

"Well, what can I do? I will do anything to get into heaven!" Sister
Margaret pleaded.

"I am going to have to send you back down to Earth. When you get there, I want you to smoke a cigarette and call me when you are finished ... we will discuss your situation then," ordered St. Peter.

Sister Margaret returns to Earth, smokes a Camel, and then called St.
Peter coughing and hacking. "Saint Peter" she gasped, "I can hardly breathe, my mouth tastes terrible, my breath stinks, I feel dizzy, and I think I am going to throw up!"

"Good!" replied the old saint, "Now you are finally getting a feel for
right and wrong. Now go out tonight and drink some hard liquor and call me immediately."

Sister Margaret phoned St. Peter shortly after taking several belts of
Jack Daniels. "Saint Peter...I feel woozy...that vile liquid burned my throat and nauseated me...it is all I can do to keep it down."
_
"Good ... good! Now you are starting to see the difference between right and wrong" said St. Peter with delight. "Tomorrow I want you to seek out a man and know him in the Biblical sense, then call me."
_
A week later, Sister Margaret called St. Peter and left a message: "Hey, Pete ..._ It's Peggy. I'm gonna be a while."

_

FRIDAY FUNNY
Because the Taliban cannot stand nudity and consider it a sin to see a
naked woman who is not one's wife, next Saturday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. EST, all North American women are asked to walk out of their houses completely naked to help weed out any neighborhood terrorists.

Circling your block for one hour is recommended for this antiterrorist effort.

All men should position themselves in lawn chairs in front of their
homes to prove that they think it's OK to see other women nude. (Since the enemy does not approve of alcohol, a cold six-pack at your side is further proof ofyour anti-Taliban sentiment.)

Notify the appropriate authorities of any people who do not
participate.

Your efforts to root out terrorists will be greatly appreciated and
indicate your desire to demonstrate your patriotism. To achieve 100%
participation, alert other similarly minded patriots

OK – Whew… I told ya’ll about ordering the Firm tapes… Well, I got them yesterday. I tried out the one they recommended to start out with last night and MAN, I AM OUT OF SHAPE!! It was a cardio workout with some weight lifting mixed in and some stepping with their “fanny lifter”. I can really tell that my fanny got a workout. Every muscle in my fanny is sore – Some I didn’t even realize were there!! My arms, legs, but, abs are all aching today – but in a good way. I couldn’t finish the tape (its 50 minutes long), but it said beginners shouldn’t expect to finish on the first time, so that made me feel better. The aerobic part left me feeling quite uncoordinated – I couldn’t keep up. By the time I figured out exactly what to do, they were doing something else! It was fun though – I had sweat running down my back and plan to do it sometime again tomorrow (they say to rest a day in between at first).

I’m by myself at work today, so I gotta run. Catch up with ya’ll gals later!

tv

here is a quick funny from me.....

THE THREE LITTLE PIGS

Three Little Pigs went out to dinner one night. The waiter comes and takes their drink order.

"I would like a Sprite," said the first little piggie.
"I would like a Coke," said the second little piggie.
"I want water, lots and lots of water," said the third little piggie.

The drinks are brought out and the waiter takes their orders for dinner.

"I want a nice big steak," said the first piggie.
"I would like the salad plate," said the second piggie.
"I want water, lots and lots of water," said the third little piggie.

The meals were brought out and a while later the waiter approached the table and asked if the piggies would like any dessert.

"I want a banana split," said the first piggie.
"I want a root beer float," said the second piggie.
"I want water, lots and lots of water," exclaimed the third little piggie.

"Pardon me for asking," said the waiter to the third little piggie, "but why have you only ordered water all evening?"



You're gonna hate me for this....





Hold on to your seat .......




The third piggie says -



"Well, somebody has to go 'Wee, wee, wee, all the way home!"

A BIG TGIF to all of you.

Only a few more hours left of this week. So glad is it over. Went to bed at 9:00 last nite. Feel so much better today. I can't let myself get run down like that plus I was still walking and working out. I think it was too much for my R/A. Sometime my body just says no more!.

I starated this over 2 hours ago, so I'm sure some have posted after I started. I'll try to get back later.

I hate that I can't get on over the weekend. Got to get that puter fixed.:(
Quilter, Your kitchen sounds really cute. Hanging the pots is a great idea and you won't even have to dry them too. I'm going to have to try the vinegar/mustard/dill dressing. What quantities did you use?

Heartmom, Glad to hear you are back and track and doing so good. Keep up the good work, it will definately pay off come WIW.

Tranquil, As far as getting up early to walk, I used to drag myself out and I didn't walk every day, only on days that I couldn't walk at nite, but now I just get up and go everyday. If my DH wants to walk at night, then that's just more for me. It has just become a habit and I just do it. The best part, it is over with for the day and I don't have to worry about when I can squeze it in.

Gracious, You have talked me into it. I'm going to look into the WATP tape (3 mile) for when I can't walk outside. You are sure doing something right. Another pound. That is great, share your secrets, please. Keep up the good work.

Mercy, 80 pounds may sound like alot, but you can do it here with this WOE. I have almost lost 80 and only 30 more to go. I never thought I would be able to say that when I started I had 110 to lose. Never though I would do it, but I will. You can too. You just have to want it badly.

Jbug, Of course you can come back. We love you regardless of your sins. Jump back on the wagon and hold on tight.

Country, Quality is better than quantity sometimes. Sounds like a lovely time with your DS. The blue bells are beautiful, but they look purple.

Deb, I knew you would be out there getting those bargains. OK spill your guts, what great deals did you get yesterday? Hope you are rested today.

Monet, I hate to hear that your Lupus is flaring. Can you relate the flare to certain foods you ate for something you did? Do you take meds for it? I’m sure you do. Get some extra rest, maybe that will help. Feel better soon.

Sheann, Glad you are staying OP. Have a great weekend.

Zanne, Glad you are hanging in there. Keep up the good work. My sister has a friend whose kitchen walls are black. She says it is beautiful.

Jenn, I take bc pills (not that I need them, tubes tied, but for hormonal purposes) and they don’t make me gain wt. Maybe they could change the brand and the dosage. Just a thought.

Serene, Glad to hear your DS is coming home. I hope it works out for you both. If he can’t get along with the ex-2b, kick out the ex. Isn’t he the one who lives in the garage or something like that. Hope you can straighten out your DD too. Aren’t kids wonderful sometime. Someone posted earlier that kids were a blessing. Not always or at least a blessing in disguise. I’m glad you are not eating from all that stress. Hang in there.


NANCE, WHERE ARE YOU. I'M GOING TO ASK THE DM TO CALL YOU SOON.

Deb, Do you know where she is?

Have a great weekend everyone.

Jackie
257/180/145
10-10-01

Hello Everybody!

Well, I just got home from a wonderful lunch/shopping trip with Kimmy. Let me tell you, she is fantastic. Absolutely beautiful and so thin. Getting to your cushion is a great place to be and she gave me inspiration to keep on going. We met at Panera Bread. Do you all have that restaurant. We ate and talked and talked and talked. Then headed down the road a couple of miles to Jungle Jim’s. That place is so huge and they have so much of everying. Everything EXCEPT agave. We found three 8 oz. bottles. Kimmy was gracious enough to let me take two and she took one. What else did we buy??? Well, I bought more than she did. I got some pesto and some pasta sauce that she highly recommended. Picked up some splenda and found some ww tortillas and some other ww pastas. Yes, I was quite embarrased that half my cart was full of starchy carbs. Hmmmm, and why is it I’m stuck at the same weight for three weeks???

Anyways, Kimmy did bring her digital camera. And we got some woman to take a picture of us outside. Cool, no problem. THEN we went inside and asked these meat department women to take our picture by this one thing they have there. And they said, “Oh, you’re not aloud to take pictures in here. Security will be all over you and take your film.” Well, this older man who was also employed there came up and asked what was going on. I was worried Kimmy was going to have to delete these precious pictures. Well,the meat women disappeared and he was telling us that yes it was against the rules, but it was obvious he wasn’t thrilled with the rules. Pretty soon, he says well what button would I push to take a picture. Kimmy shows him and he says okay, hurry up and I’ll do it. We were laughing like crazy. I felt like such a criminal!!! It was funny.

Kimmy was going somewhere else after meeting me, so she said to tell you all that she’d try and post the pictures tonight. She’s been having computer problems, but said she’d try her best.

So that’s the report. Just wanted to tell you how much fun we had. Kimmy is a really upbeat person who loves to laugh. You all would love her. Oh, I forgot, you all already do!!!! She and I already decided that we have to meet up with JACK-K soon. She's the next closest person to us. Perhaps a roadtrip is in store.

Gotta go clean the house. Family coming for a cookout tomorrow night and this house is in chaos!!!

Kim

MONET- Good to see you posting again but I am sorry to hear about the lupus. I hope you can get a handle on that again soon.

JACK-K- I am such an influence! ;) The thing is, I only hope the people who get the tape(s) because of what I have been saying like them as much as I do! We all have to find what we each enjoy and what gets us moving.

TRANQUIL/SERENE/JACK-K- Make sure you have some 2lb handweights to use with the WATP tapes. They are only optional but the workouts are much more *potent* as she likes to say, when you use them.

Weekend is here and the work on the rest of the renovations will be started tonight. I am often MIA on the weekend so have a wonderful weekend and I will certainly be back by Monday if I don't get the chance to pop in before that.

Hey everyone!

Since I've done no groceries this week..it's been near impossible to follow SB. Howeva..I have gone to the gym and I'm going to the store tomorrow bright and early to fill my fridge with fruits and veggies.

I missed WIW but I did weigh myself at the gym and I found I was about 147. I'm still happy that I've been able to maintain myself since I went to Florida in May. I thought that I'd lose it after I came back but I stayed stable w/out much exercise. My next motivation is my brother's wedding in November. There will be tons of my Dutch relatives coming and they haven't seen me in two years. I want to look smashing.. especially since the bride is so thin... If I ever reach 142lbs I'll go nuts. I just hope that I get there and still feel unsatisfied with my body. Do you think that could be a motivation stopper for people..the fear of never quite being satisfied with your weight so you might as well enjoy that slice of pizza? Who knows. I've noticed that I don't say "I feel so fat" half as much anymore. I'm pretty confident about my appearance now. It definitely helps that my allergies aren't that bad these days...allowing me to wear make up for the first time in 2 years. It's amazing how some eyeshadow can make you feel sexy.

Enough about me...

Quilter- Sounds like you guys had a ball! Lucky you were able to get to a Jungle Jim's..and that you were able to get some cool pictures. I look forward to seeing them.

Jack-k I feel the same way..this has been a very interesting week.. and frankly I'm glad it's almost over!

TVthatsME I used to do the firm..a few years ago when I was really in shape. It's probably the hardest tape I've ever done. Don't worry at all about finishing or keeping up even. Just kind of go with the flow and you will see results very quickly!!

Jenn - The first thing I would do is talk about low dose pills with your doctor..and explain that the weight issue is a problem. If there is no solution, there are other forms of birth control..it's up to you to decide which ones you're willing to use.

Zanne - BBQ is the hardest..I could smell the neighbor's bbq yesterday and I had nothign in the house to eat..so unfair.

Monet- sorry you have to deal with Lupus..my friend in college had that. I remember how awful it was for her.

Gracious- it's hard to admit but true..i was losing and looking the best when I was exercising, combining cardio with weight training.

I know there are more of you..but I simply have to get back to work. Have a great weekend!!

While on the operating table she had a near death experience.
Seeing God she asked "Is my time up?" God said, "No, you have
another 40 years, 2 months and 8 days live." Upon recovery, the
woman decided to stay in the hospital and have a facelift,
liposuction, and a tummy tuck. She even had someone come in
and change her hair color. Since she had so much more time to
live, she figured she might as well make the most of it. After
her last operation, she was released from the hospital. While
crossing the street on her way home, she was killed by an
ambulance. Arriving in front of God, she demanded, "I thought
you said I had another 40 years? Why didn't you pull me from
out of the path of the ambulance?"
God replied, " I didn't recognize you."

Martha's Way No. 1 - Stuff a miniature marshmallow in the bottom of a sugar cone to prevent ice cream drips.
The Real Women's Way - Just suck the ice cream out of the bottom of the cone, for Pete's sake, you are probably lying on the couch with your feet up eating it anyway.

Martha's Way No. 2 - To keep potatoes from budding, place an apple in the bag with the potatoes.
The Real Women's Way - Buy Hungry Jack mashed potato mix and keep it in the pantry for up to a year.

Martha's Way No. 3 - When a cake recipe calls for flouring the baking pan, use a bit of dry cake mix instead and there won't be any white mess on the outside of the cake.
The Real Women's Way - Go to the bakery. They'll even decorate it for you.

Martha's Way No. 4 - If you accidentally over salt a dish while it's still cooking, drop in a peeled potato and it will absorb the excess salt for an instant "fix me up".
The Real Women's Way - If you over salt a dish while you are cooking, that's too dang bad. Please recite with me The Real Women's motto: I made it and you will eat it and I don't care how bad it tastes.

Martha's Way No. 5 - Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting in the refrigerator and it will keep for weeks.
The Real Women's Way - Celery? Never heard of the stuff.

Martha's Way No. 6 - Brush some beaten egg white over pie crust before baking to yield a beautiful glossy finish.
The Real Women's Way - The Mrs. Smith's frozen pie directions do not include brushing egg whites over the crust and so I don't do it.

Martha's Way No. 7 - Cure for headaches: Take a lime, cut it in half and rub it on your forehead. The throbbing will go away.
The Real Women's Way - Martha, dear, the only reason this works is because you can't rub a lime on your forehead without getting lime juice in your eyes, and then the problem isn't the headache anymore, because you are now BLIND!

Martha's Way No. 8 - If you have a problem opening jars, try using latex dishwashing gloves. They give a non-slip grip that makes opening jars easy.
The Real Women's Way - Go ask the very cute neighbor to do it.

Martha's Way No. 9 - Don't throw out all that leftover wine. Freeze into ice cubes for future use in casseroles and sauces.
The Real Women's Way - Leftover wine? :lol:

Just a quick post to catch up for the weekend as I run out the door. Hurray! Time to go home!!:)

Sef, Tanks for the recipe. I'll have to try it. Have a great weekend. Cute funnies.


TV, I've have always heard those FIRM tapes were stuff, sort if like buns of steel. My rear has hurt for 8 weeks with my new exercises. Every time you move you know it. Keep up the good work, but don't overdo.

Quilter, I am so jealous. Sounds like you and Kimmy had a wonderful time. Next time the 3 of us are going to have to meet. Can't wait to see the pics.

Gracious, Thnks for the tip on the wts with the tape. I have all sizes from 3 up to 30. I should be ready.

Quiv, You have some good motivation with the wedding soon. I'm sure you will be smashing. It is hard to be satisified with yuor body. When I started I wanted to be at 145. Now that it is getting closer, I'm thinking maybe lower.

Have a great weekend

Jackie

Here is my funny for the day:

10 WAYS TO KNOW IF YOU HAVE "ESTROGEN ISSUES"

1. Everyone around you has an attitude problem.
2. You're adding chocolate chips to your cheese omelet.
3. The dryer has shrunk every last pair of your jeans.
4. Your husband is suddenly agreeing to everything you say.
5. You're using your cellular phone to dial up every bumper sticker
that says "How's my driving-call 1-800-***-."
6. Everyone's head looks like an invitation to batting-practice.
8. You can't believe they don't make a tampon bigger than
SuperPlus.
9. You're sure that everyone is scheming to drive you crazy.
10. The ibuprofen bottle is empty and you bought it yesterday.

Have a good weekend everyone!

Monet 320

I have Central Nervous System Vasculitis which is very similar to Lupus.
I'm trying to lose the weight and bloat of 2 years of heavy Prednisone and Cytoxan use.
Did you have to take Prednisone?

Serene
Thank you for the The Real Women's Way Vs Martha Stewart's cracked me up!

When you all started the SB did everyone drop a lot of weight quick?
I've not had an illegal drop of sugar for 12 days and have lost 4 pounds.
My clothes fit better and I feel better, less puffy, so I'm quite happy. I think I'm probably over-doing the fruit but I think I'll level out eventually. I was always drinking water so I don't know if it's water weight.
I think my mind is trying to freak out because certain foods are off limit now so my mind is thinking "diet alert you must be missing somthing eat!"
I'm trying to combat it with fruit I think.
Cheryl

Hi Everyone

HeartMom - Try going to the top of the page and clicking VIEW, scroll down to TEXT SIZE then select smaller or smallest. This should fix the text size.

Zanne - Glad to see you back on the wagon and the pounds beginning to come off. Good luck at the barbecue tomorrow. Have you thought of taking a veggie dish or a salad with you. At least then you'll know there will be something op to eat. I've used the grill a few times but I need some suggestions for what is good to cook on it. I've used it for lamb chops, which were o.k., grilled cheese, veggies. I tried a steak on it but wasn't too impressed. What kind of things do you cook on it? Any suggestions from anyone would be welcome. Did you get to read the article that Fillise mentioned the other day from the NY Times. If you didn't it is in the Toronto Star Life Section to-day. Well worth reading.

Country - Loved your description of your evening walk with ds. Being together and experiencing the beautiful sunset was much more important than the amount of miles you achieved that evening. We have to make the most of these precious moments with our children. Loved the picture. It brought back memories. I can remember as a little girl going out in the field and coming back with armfuls of bluebells.

Quilter - Sounds like you are enjoying your new gas stove already. Good luck with getting the curtains made. You'll have to post a picture for us all to see when everything is finished.

Gracious - Congrats on getting rid of those 8 vacation pounds. I am sure the others will come off soon.

Monet - Good to see you back but sorry to hear you are not feeling so well.

Serene - I'll be sending good thoughts your way and hope you have a peaceful evening with your son and your soon x2b.

Have to stop here. Tummy's rumbling and I need to go and get some dinner ready.

If I don't get back later then have a good weekend everyone.

Marie.

Hi All - Today was extremely busy at work, and I had barely enough time to glance at everyone's posts. Hopefully next week will be a little calmer...

Today I got my work out and then I just got back from evening walk. I sprayed myself all over with Off for the mosquitoes - well, they were buzzing me the entire walk. One nice thing on the walk, I saw a baby owl. He was precious and sounded so sweet - sitting in a huge Live Oak that hung over the street. I stopped and watched him for a minute and then he flew into thicker coverage and I could not see him anymore.

Serene - I have to pat you on the back big time for not splurging on something Illegal!!! Yeah - you are doing such a terrific job!

Gracious - Serene just said she was on her way to the store and looking for the tapes - I have two pound weights somewhere around this house already - but I will definitely take your advice - I cannot wait to try your tapes - they sound like a lot of fun and mosquito free :D

Quilter - Glad that you had a great time with KTK - and that JJ's sounds like so much fun - paradise to me - the food obsessor here! I am so glad that the mustard sauce came out good for you! I even sometimes make salad dressing just using a little olive oil, balsamic vinegar and dijon mustard....grey poupon - ohhh lala - and it tastes wonderful on field greens with grape tomatoes and some red onion! People will think you are a gourmet cook. Looking forward to the pictures!!!

Jack-K - I give you a lot of credit for making it part of your routine - I just have such a problem getting up that early - I might try it....I used to when I had to walk the dog, but eventually I just started turning her out in the yard instead....lazy me!

Monet - {{Hugs}}

To everyone hello and hope you all have a good weekend....

Sabrina
272/248/157

HiedieHo All!!

Love the friday Funnies. I copied a couple for the NH. The residents love them. Flylady would be proud. I cleaned, washed, dried, changed bed, polished, made pot roast in crockpot, and managed to squeeze in a couple of xheckins here and write minutes for HFH meeting last night. I really proud of myself! Of course, that means I'd better rest tomorrow.

Reading about the different problems some of us have, Arthritis, Lupus, CNSV, etc. My sister has Lyme's Disease and is having another bad time with it right now. It takes the starch right out of her.

JACKK: Glad you are feeling better. We don't often listen to our bodies as we should!

QUILT: What a wonderful story about your adventures with Kimmy. You must be real sweet talkers to get the m,an to take your picture!

QUIV: A wedding should be a good carrot to hold before you to try to attain a new goal weight.

CHERYL: Years ago I was on massive doses of Prednisone for ITP. I have a picture of me and my face looks the size of a pumpkin!

Think I'll go do some stitching.

Shirley

Good Friday Evening Everyon:wave:

Got my walk/jog in today which I'm even surprised I went out and did. Got in 4.5 miles and did it in a decent time, at that, 49:25-not too bad. I had gone to bed late last night and wanted to go out, just had to get a good push out the door from my conscience.

I'm feeling excellent today, not good, but excellent-well, at least with my eating that is. I was in the worst mood yesterday, which I won't go into or give you the very gorey details of my eating. When I was going in to Home Depot there was a older man backing out of a parking space and I was walking past him and I see him lowering his window and he says to me, something to the effect, "SMILE, YOU LOOK SO GLOOMY!" I couldn't believe just how my feeling the way I did showed so obviously to someone, a total stranger nonetheless. I told him that I was in deed in a crappy mood, but thanked him for making me smile, that I needed it. Of course, I was still in a crappy mood the rest of the day, but today is a new day and I'm in a better mood:D Why in such a crappy mood you ask...let's just say there's SOMEONE who I haven't heard from since Sunday! BOB, you want him, you can have him!!!!!! I know, he comes with coffee, so I'm sure you don't have to think twice about it. Just move Skeeter into your bed and give Eli Skeeters doggie bed! He deserves nothing better:s:

Yesterday, shopped and shopped, couldn't believe how late it was when I got home. Geez, I even missed BB! I hit 2 HFS'S, a wonderful ODD LOTS that I've passed a million times but never stopped into, a few ROSS because I was looking for something in particualr which I didn't find:( some TJMAXX just because they were next to ROSS, Sears, etc. etc. I hit a Target and bought some berries they had on sale, a Capon that was marked down - mind you, I had to ask what the heck kind of bird it was! Nothing exciting really, unless you count TP as being exciting. It rained, put a damper on the day, but didn't let it stop me from running around.

Speaking of rain - you'd think we could go without one day of rain:nono: We're gonna all look like fish soon if it doesn't let up!

Okay, I started this this morning, revised it this evening and didn't get any farther than this! It's almost Midnight here and there's no way for me to get to individual posting to everyone, so please forgive me, will try to get to everyone tomorrow.

Oh, since I wrote this I did hear from the village idiot (can you tell I'm still pissed). He sent me a voice mail via the computer, an entire minute message! WOW! Can you tell how thrilled I am that he took such an interest in sending me such a long message!:rolleyes: I'm now struggling with how to proceed. They are 7 hours ahead, meaning it will be 7am there soon and it's his birthday. Do I call him to wish him a HB, and not say how miffed I am with him not to spoil his day (very hard for me to contain myself and in knowing that don't think I could keep my mouth shut), or do I just not call him at all? I guess you'll all find out the saga tomorrow. I'm just not sure what I should do right now, but I want to go to bed, so I better make a decision already!

{{{HUGS}}}

Debbie

I should be in bed right now, but DH and I had coffee outside after dinner. I usually only have my coffee in the morning. So I'm guessing that's what's keeping me up.

When going thru "detox" have any of you gotten real dizzy? The past couple of days I've been just sitting and have to give my head a shake cause it get's dizzy almost like I'll pass out. I know I'm eating enough. I've been eating close to, if not right on 100% OP.

Since I'm up, thought I'd get in a couple replies.

GRACIOUS--I'm 5'7". I kind of pulled the 140 that I'd like to be out of the air. It just seemed to be a good number. I was about a size 10 in high school. I attribute my weight gain to doctors mucking with my hormones (my late 20's, early 30's). I didn't have a problem till then. I agree that it's the combo of good eating, exercising regularly and water. That's what I've been trying to do these past few days and it seems to be working. Size 10 would be a dream or maybe not. I definately want to get out of these 14's and "stretchy" clothes.

QUILTER & KIMMY--Sounds like you had a great time together today. Can't wait to see pics.

ROSALIE--I asked the host/hostess if I could bring a salad or veggie tray and they said everything was taken care of. I don't know these people too well and didn't really want to ask the ingredients of the salads. I know they will be BBQing chicken (amongst other yummy but naughty things) so I can eat that and I think I'll bring a zippy bag full of veggies and maybe some triscuits and cheese.

For the grill-the only steak I can cook nice, on BBQ, on grill, in oven, is a T-bone. Every other steak I touch comes out tough no matter what. I do veggies all the time on the grill. Great way to use up wrinkled tomatoes and peppers. I believe BOB posted a greek salad dressing recipe that I use to marinate the veggies (then I DON'T spray the grill) and then I love them with Tzatziki-there is an amazing one at Costco-and I think BOB posted one too. I've done pork chops and boneless chicken breast quite a bit. Shish kabobs. Loblaws has President's Choice "turkey tornadoes" that you can cook from frozen. They have a strip of maple bacon around, but you can take it off. Also the PC salmon kabobs are good right from frozen, but they do have sugars in them--4.6g per skewer--so it depends on how strict you are with your eating.

I haven't read the article FILLISE mentioned, but did print it off to read when I get a little time. I know a couple of people that subscribe to the Star that may find the article interesting, so I'll let them know about it.

DEBELLI--I'm staying mum on the ELI issue:^: Just stay OP. Don't let being ticked off get the better of you. As far as the rain goes, we could sure use some here. We had a bit the other night, but that was it in I don't know how long. Can ya send us some up here?

Well, I'm fading here, so I'll say good night.

Hi all,

Well my excuse for exercising is over. When I got home from work today my husband had brought me a treadmill. So now all I have to do is go downstairs and use it. I worked out today!!! I plan to use it at least 4 times a week for starters.

Jack K- Thanks for the encouragement. If you can do it ,I can too. I plan to stick with this WOE for life!! How long did it take you to lose 80 lbs. No matter how long it takes I will make it to my goal.
I mean I have 80 more to go in addition to the 14 I have lost.

Quilter- I am so glad you and Kimmy had a ball. I look forward to seeing the pictures.

Mornin' y'all. Hope everyone is off to a great weekend. Don't have a lot planned for today. Just house cleaning. Dennis has gone to mow his aunt and uncle's yard and took Sarah with him. James is still snoozing and Maggie is whiney.:mad: I told her to get over it!!!!:s: Two days staying OP has paid off. I'm down 2 lbs and hoping I can be good today. Seems I have more trouble staying OP when Dennis isn't here to police me.

To those with wallpapering experience.....The border we put up in the girls' room is coming loose. Any suggestions??? Of course, that was the expensive border. The cheap stuff we put up in James' room is perfect.:dz:

MERCY: Great news on getting a treadmill. Wish I had one too. Hope you like it.

DEB: Well, we're waiting on your decision......

ZANNE: Haven't had any dizziness. Hope you feel better.

Must go. Time to WATP:)

hey y'all. Took a break from my book to read the posts before they got out of hand. It's great, like all the others for those who like to read about this subject matter. I'm about a third of the way through it. It snuck up on us, my DS didn't know it was coming out either and I just heard or read one little blurb about it's release being July 2.

Got the closet pole and my clothes back up. DH and I found some 4" nails and hammered that sucker to the wood in the wall. It should hold now. :smile:

We've had some pretty strong storms rumbling through the last couple of days and we've lost some big limbs. They have broken, but are still hanging by the bark and other limbs. It's going to take some work to get them down. More thunder's in the distance this morning.

Back to my book ladies. Oh yeah, I was down 2 pounds on the scales this morning. I hope to be rid of these 160s very soon!

Jeanie
196/160/130
Poopsie Bubblekisser

Hi All! I am going to have a wonderful 100% OP Weekend full of cleaning and cleaning and more cleaning! Of course, I will throw in a movie with my friend, Serene....and I would like to go to the beach tonight if I can talk her into it - why can't we go to a club and order a diet soda??? I just want to be out there with other people - walking and enjoying people....

I am also going to the gym tomorrow to ride the bike for at least minimum 40 minutes. I have a goal set for the end of this month and I am going to do my best to reach it.....

Deb - My answer - call him..... Men don't think like us, and I am sure he loves you and misses you - but they just don't have that make up in them to do what we need or want all the time.... Sometimes they are just sooooooooo clueless....... As for capons, my parents would order a capon for Thanksgiving and make this wonderful chestnut dressing that was out of this world - good memories - my parents contributed to my love of food - they always cook together and I have an album of my childhood and they are always in the kitchen!!! Yet, they are thin and gorgeous....Mom said she saw a light coming from the woods in the back yard, went out to investigate and as the alien ship left she found me :D

Mercy - I AM SO JEALOUS!!!!!!!!!! A treadmill of your very own - You Go Girl - Walk Walk Walk off those pounds! I bet after a week or so you are going to be on such a high for losing weight because of this woe and adding the treadmill!!!!

Music - You might need to go get some wallpaper glue from Home Depot and just smear it on there - I don't know of anything else....
crazy glue? hahaha

Zanne - I never got dizzy, but I did get shaky one time, and I find myself just having these incredible withdrawals that wanted me to eat bread, rice, pasta, anything white and bad!!!! Maybe you need to drink some orange juice or eat some fruit -

Sef - You are inspiration to my getting my tush in gear and getting this house clean as well! Luckily the kitchen has been finished so it is just the rest of the nasty dirt that needs to go....

Jred - Hope your weather is not too miserable - we were supposed to have incredible storms today and tomorrow - but I woke up to sunshine, blue skies - I guess I was listening to the weather from your neck of the woods - hehehehe....

Got to get away from this machine and go fly!!! Bye y'all, Sabrina

Good morning!

All is quiet on the homefront so far. Thanks for the thoughts and prayers about my DS coming home yesterday. The ex-2-be went to shoot pool last night, and the DS was catching up with some friends. The least amount of time they are in the house together, the more peaceful things are.

Sef, I would still need someone to sit with me and actually show me how to crosss stitch. Once I am shown how to do something, then I usually can. The problem is if I have to figure it out for myself.:dizzy: Yes, I like my doctor too. The best thing I ever did for myself was to find an female Internal medicine M.D. She did tell me not to overdo the wine which is not a problem. One glass makes me sleepy anyway. Wish the margaritas had the same effect. If I just have one of those, then I want a few more. I will be staying away from those from now on though. I am hoping that being on SB has helped bring my cholesterol down, along with being on HRT. I've never had a problem with it before this year. Your chicken recipe sounds great. I will have to try it soon.
Oh, I enjoyed your Friday funnies. You must keep the dear souls in the NH very entertained.

Jack-K, do you know what is wrong with your puter? Too bad that you aren't able to get online over the weekend.:( It is nice that you are able to do so at work during the week. You are right, I am so ready for the ex-2-b, to be out of the house. I want our son at home as long as he needs to be. The ex-2-b just doesn't want any responsiblities these days as far as family goes. Yes, his room is in the garage which is basically fixed for use as a bedroom if needed. He is looking around for something to rent so hopefully, will find something soon that he can afford. I think he isn't in a hurry, partly because of the child support and alimony he knows he will have to pay eventually. He still supports the family right now and I can't really find a full time job until school starts next month. A lot of supervision is needed at home for the DS and DD right now.

Quilter, can't wait to hear about your adventures with KTK. I don't understand why it was such a big deal to take a picture in JJ's anyway? We have Panera Bread here too. Just curious, what did you have to eat there? Hope you have a nice cookout with the family. Do you have any brothers or sisters that live close by?

gracious, I found the WATP tapes at Target last night for a very reasonable price. They didn't have a set, however, and are sold individually for 6.99. I picked up one for Tranquil and will check it out to see which one I want at home. I'm feeling really guilty that I'm spending money every month on a gym membership that I haven't been using. My only excuse is laziness I guess. I Hope
your renovations are productive this weekend.

cherylco, sorry to hear about your CNSV problems. Is it under control now with the two years of heavy medication? My only experience with prednisone was that one of my greyhounds was on it for almost a year, due to having a tick disease that almost killed her. It caused her to gain a lot of weight. I've heard it effects animals just like humans. My weight loss has been fairly consistent. I guess it does depends on how closely the SB plan is followed. I started on the SB board on June 4th, at 224 lbs. and now weigh 216. I've averaged 1 1/2 to 2 lbs a week, depending on how many cheats I've had. The good thing is that I don't crave the sweets like I used to, and I was a big sweet eater! Hang in there and your cravings will probably subside also.

Rosalie, thanks for your good thoughts for my DS. I can tell that it must of helped since things went well.

Tranquil, thanks for your continued encouragement. It would be hard to do this WOE without you. The only movie I have for us to watch so far is the WATP tape. :lol: Does that sound exciting for a Saturday night? Ok, you can twist my arm about getting me to go to the beach tonight.

Mercy, how nice of your DH to buy you a treadmill!

Deb, I think I will just ditto Tranquil's answer regarding ELI. :)

Well, need to go work for a few hours. There is a new assistant manager at the Pet food store where I work as a Dog food Rep.
His name is Flavio and he is from Peru, and is quite a site to look at, isn't he Tranquil? Makes going to work quite pleasant!

Have a great Saturday everyone.

Take Care,
Wendy

Whew...just finished reading posts. I know about missing them. Just a quick note to thank the prayers out there. Peter weighed in at 212 this a.m. & I think he will stick it out a while longer. We just got back from the landfill & am now going to vacuum out & wash car, clean up garage & waterproof the new decking patch we finished.

Deb-I will post something on Monday. Promise.

Serene-I will pray for ds &dd. Teenage years are hard on us. I have a 17 yr old son & 12 year old son too. No fun sometimes.

Musicteach-congrats on the 2 lbs.

MUSIC: You can get wall paper paste at the store, and mix up just a bit of it, and put it under the loose parts with a spatula.

GOOD LATE AFTERNOON EVERY BUDDY!!! :cool:


Don't y'all get your panties in a wad..DEBBIE is a little ball of fire...BUT she won't get rid of ELI....she knows he won't go far...it's not that bad of a drive from her house to mine...ALTHOUGH!!!!!...DEB...NO EXCUSE FOR HIS NOT CALLING YOU!!! I'll wish him a happy birthday just because......................... HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELI!!!!

Chin up girl...he'll be back soon...then, you can kick his arse yourself!!!

Gals...just wanted to stick my head in and say :wave:
It's been storming over here all day and looks like we're getting ready to have some more...
I've been watching THE LAST DON since 11 a.m. and I've got to fix get the steaks oiled up and the seasonings rubbed in, throw them on the grill...get those sweet potatoes cooked, eat, and get fluffed up in the bed by 7...THE NORTH AND SOUTH book II is on...

NO MOVIE REVIEW THIS WEEKEND...I'm saving up for my trip to my cousins...we have 7 days of movie watching to do...

HOpe everyone is having a good weekend...

BOB

Serene - Popcorn was my weakness. I used to LOVE popcorn (any kind) until I did weight watchers. When I got hungry, I would scarf down a whole bag of microwave popcorn. It's legal with WW as it's full of fiber, thus really low in points. I did it so much that I couldn't eat popcorn after that. But movie popcorn is a different issue, I think it's the grease and salt I crave. We rarely eat greasy food at home, and then when we do, it has bad consequences. We go to movies so infrequently now, I do have a small bag as a treat to myself. I notice that a little cheat now and then actually keeps me OP. It's like a pressure release, and I feel less resentful that I can't have what everyone else has. :D

Sef - It's hard for people to see the attraction to Arizona after being in lush verdant states (like Washington). Plus, the wide open spaces are disconcerting to a lot of people. I love the quiet, and the nights are so beautiful. Tucson has a limit to the number of lights that can be installed, due to the research telescopes on the mountains. The nice thing about that is that you get to see the most magnificent skies at night. Even in Casa Grande, we have beautiful starscapes, as the city is so small, that the city lights don't make an impact. Because the desert is so brown, you end up noticing the beauty of the saguaros and other cacti, especially when they blossom into a profusion of whites, yellows, and fuschias.

Jred & Beth - great pic. You guys look great!

Quilter - Ah, what can I say, I agree. Access 97 is horrible. Not only did I have an ancient version (the new version helped) but I finally decided I was wasting too much time trying to figure it out. The manual was all about how to program in Basic. It definitely wasn't a "Fill-in-the-blank for dummies" book. Anyway, a nice coworker said she had a database she designed with File-maker Pro. So, I gave her the basics, and off she went. I hope to have it on my computer by next week.:)

I wish my DH would give up Mt. Dew - he swims in the stuff. Although he now prefers Citra, but it's not available in a lot of places.

Ginger is supposed to be good for an upset stomach, either as a tea, or soup.

VA Bfly - I just use Ragu's NSA spaghetti sauce, and add italian herbs and garlic and onion seasoning for my pasta. WW pasta doesn't taste very different to me. I wouldn't suggest brown rice pasta, talk about eating soggy dough. Yeeeech!

Quivondra - I agree with you on the grease. I just get terrible heartburn when I consume it in great quantities. Luckily, we avoid most of the places that have greasy food.

Cherylco - I cut out soda a long time ago. It's amazing how much sugar is in those 15 Tablespoons! I do drink coffee for my caffeine fix, but I add Fructose. I don't like the artificial sweeteners, but a lot of people do. I do have Healthy Choice NSA ice cream every once in a while.

Happy Birthday Toni & Gracious!

Gracious & Sef - about looking younger. When I was 16, I worked at my mom's restaurant. One day a customer, looked hard at me and said "How old are you?". I said "16, why?" He was with some government job defending underage workers , and thought I was 13! He was going to turn in my parents! Well that was long ago, and now I don't even get carded. <Sigh>

Someone asked a while ago how to forgo that dessert when you're out to eat. Go ahead and get that forbidden food. THEN, log onto fitday.com, put in your daily intake. Add the forbidden food last. Look at the difference that one food made. I did that one day after having 2 beers and nachos at happy hour. That certainly made me think twice!

Fillise - Happy Anniversary!

Weight wise - I've been fluctuating between 126-129. Better than gaining! :)

Well, I got to page 7, and have to go now. :) See you all in next week!

Hi all :)

Just a quick post . So far I have spent the day cleaning, cleaning, and more cleaning. I tell you having 2 boys makes a lot of laundry.

I have had an OP day so far. I plan to walk this evening. For dinner I had a tossed salad with boiled shrimp. YUMMY! Not much to say. Have a nice weekend everyone!!!

Good Saturday Evening All:wave:

Finally, the house is mine and all is quiet, so I have time to post before BB comes on.

I am soooo pooped! Not only did I go to sleep late, I slept so lousy last night, not even a late afternoon nap helped me. I think last night was the worst of the worst night sweats I've experienced yet. I can't believe how I could be so drenched, this is ridiculous. I swear, you'd think someone hosed me down in bed! I'm not liking this one bit:nono:

Well, I'm sure I've made some of you wonder what I finally did about calling Eli. I tried to call him last night, I kept getting a busy signal. Maybe this was a sign that I shouldn't call him. I still didn't know what I was going to say each time I dialed the number. I felt my BP was up every time I dialed, so maybe it wasn't meant to be that I spoke to him last night. When I woke up and checked the computer this morning there was a message from him, another voice message. Maybe he feels a little guilty? Maybe my short and curt e-mails may have let him know I'm not thrilled with his actions, or lack there of? Anyhow, I did try to call there once again later this afternoon when it was around 11pm there and still I could only get a busy signal. Not even sure if it's a true busy or just the connection. I guess it just wasn't meant to be.I

I went to a few garage sales today. There weren't many around because I think everyone has just assumed it will rain today, but luckily, it hasn't done so YET, so whoever had a garage sale today was spared. I found Lauren a black JAN SPORT backpack which looks like it was never used for $1.00, a brand new HOBO INTL. shoulder sling bag, still has tags for $1.00 as well. I bought some CD's to make some new walking/jogging music. I don't know much about them really, but for .75 cents a piece I took a shot. Got a back up Oskar food processor for $3.00, still in box, possibly used once. I work mine to the bone making hummus and it's about 20 years old, so I thought it was a good idea to get it:) Ummm, a few other odds and ends, nothing too exciting, really.

Another great day of eating today and if I had been well rested from sleep I would of felt great today. I'm hoping to get to bed at a decent hour tonight, hopefully gain some much needed beauty rest and get up and exercise tomorrow morning-praying there won't be rain tomorrow, at least not in the morning (27 days straight rain so far).

I loved all the Friday Funnies that were posted yesterday, good job gals. I actually had something to post as well, but will hold it til next week-have to clean it up in the sense that it has all these arrows in it and the program I use to do th at instantly is on the old computer.

I want to get a reply to everyone but I know I would be on here until the cows got home if I tried to go back that far. Hope you don't mind, but I'm starting anew, at least from my last post from last night. Hope you understand:shrug:

ZANNE, it's very possible to get dizzy from detoxing. Headaches are the most common effect as well. As long as you know you are drinking enough water and eating enough and see no other reason then you are probably fine. If it persists though, that's when you may want to make sure it's nothing else. Can't always assume it's detox, but hopefully nothing more than that. Wish I could send you some of this rain-me and all of S. Fla wish it!

MERCY, did DH ask you if you wanted a TM, or did he just buy you one out of the goodness of his loving heart? I hope you enjoy using it, I'm sure the gals on the board can give you lots of tips on how to make it more enjoyable and not end up using it as a clothes rack;) I use to have one and gave it to my father umpteen years ago, but on days when it's raining I do wish I had one, otherwise, I love it outside. Seems you and TRANQUIL are suffering from the same sickness!!!!!!

MUSIC, CONGRATS, another 2lbs is great, you've been doing really well lately:D

JRED, CONGRATS to you as well on another 2lbs down-I'll be happy dancing for you when you hit the 150's!!!!

TRANQUIL, could you please save some of that cleaning energy for when you come visit? I thought I'd get the house all clean while ELI's gone-not happening. I think I'm rebeling! Ummm, maybe we should save this capon until you come down? Nah, I think we'll be eating other stuff. I won't know which place to take you first, but if BOB comes down I know SHORTY'S will be on her wish list. Oh, and the alien story, I believe it, no normal human would rejoice in cleaning so much;)

SERENE, how was the visit to Flavio? Does he look anything like FABIO? Hey, whether ELI has the party that weekend of the 2nd of August or not, do you and TRANQUIL just want to make definte plans to come down? I hate leaving things up in the arm, or dependent on someone else's plans. Are you able to take the day off and come in early on Friday? Let me know, I have to start cleaning now in hopes you'll be able to make it through the front door;)

BOB, see above, what do you think? Slumber party weekend of August 2nd? Kick his arse, I thought I'd shove my foot up there, but then, ick, gawd knows what will end up underneath my toe nails!:eek:

FLY, landfill? Do you mean dump? Sounds fun! LOL!! Can't see what you muster up for Monday's MM posting:)

FYI, I called NANCE twice already, once she couldn't talk because she was making dinner Faris told me, last night she was out to dinner-hopefully she'll scan the board and see that SHE BETTER POST!!!!!

Got an e-mail from VES, she's in a show for her pottery this Wednesday. She's been busy with that and having her Mom here from Slovania, but I know she'll be back with us soon.

Okay gals, I'm outta here for now. Will check back later before I hit the hay.

Hope your weekend is going well and that you are having a wonderful OP weekend as well.

Toodles

Debbie
194/12?/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Hi Friends! It's late, but I just wanted to check in and let you know that the first official deck party went really well. I fixed good food and there were only a few things that were not legal and I did manage to steer clear of those selections. Everyone had a nice time. My SIL has a birthday on Monday so we celebrated it tonight. She's also very pregnant, only 9 more weeks to go. We decided to give her a family shower the middle of April.

Anyways, I just wanted to let you all know where I've been all day. I left all the cleaning til today (dumb!) and then had to get the food ready. Want to know something funny? On two different occasions, I have made a legal dessert (cantelooupe, blueberries and mangos) so that I would have something when everyone else is eating ice cream. It's funny how many people choose the fruit. Some had cake, ice cream and fruit. But they still had the fruit. I don't even want the cake and ice cream. There was a bit of cake left and I was boxing it up for our nephew and I got icing on my finger. Well, my finger automatically went into my mouth. I swear to you it was an unconscience move. As soon as I tasted that sugar on my tongue, my eyes popped open and I said, I'm not supposed to have this. I ran to the sink and scraped the stuff off my tongue and try to spit what was left away. I didn't want the sugar feedback to happen.

Okay, my eyes are getting sleepy. I'll catch you all later. Tomorrow is my day to do what I want. Hope you all are having a fabulous weekend!

Kim

Good Sunday Morning Everyone:wave:

Thought I'd get on BEFORE I go out for my walk, as I haven't actually woken up yet, still tired and drousy.

Got another short voice mail from ELI. I think he's probably worrying on how pissed I am-he can tell from the short, curt e-mails I've sent to him, very unlike me he knows. Didn't tell him that I tried calling him numerous times, so I'm sure he's wondering. Have 5 days to go before he comes home. For anyone who knows us, we never fight, not that I anticipate one when he comes home, more like a discussion to let him know how disgusted I was that he could go 5 days without hearing from him-I don't think it's right and he knows how I feel about things like that. I always ask for the courtesy of a phone call if someone is going to be late, etc. and this falls under that. I don't think it's unreasonable. When I go away I make sure to call him every opportunity I get. He knows how staying in touch is important to me-geez, I don't ask for much to make me happy! I guess we'll see what happens.

TRANQUIL & SERENE, good talking to you both last night! Hope you had fun out on the town-wish we lived closer, I could see where we could get in to some serious trouble together! I guess we'll have to do that when you come down;) BOB has been notified about the date and will see if she can make it that weekend as well.

OPEN INVITATION Anyone want to come for a sleep over August 2nd, you're more than welcome to join us at the DETOX DUNGEON, I mean, my humble abode!;)

BOB, shhh, those 2 broads have fallen right into my trap!:s: They think they are coming down to go shopping, eat some good food,
meet the kids. Little do they know what really lurks in the dark corners of the dungeon. Once I put you back into your DD
trance-like state you'll be able to assist me! There's 2 of them and my powers may not hold tight with 2, so I need a back up!

QUILTER, I just had a vision of you looking like :eek: when you got a taste of that icing. Funny how something so simple like that, something we've all done a million times and never thought about doing it twice now makes you really think. It's wonderful! You are conscience about what you are eating and what you are putting in your mouth-that's a big part of what's going to make you successful on this WOE, being aware. Did you print out the MM I sent you? I'm posting that one tomorrow:D

Okay, I'm going to go brush my teeth, get dressed and go out for my walk (hopefully). I haven't looked out the window to see the weather, but I don't HEAR any rain, so I'm hoping it just holds out so I can go out and walk as it's inevitable that it will rain today, and tomorrow, and the next day, etc. etc.

Please remember the task I've asked you all to do for tomorrow's MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY! If you didn't get an e-mail from me, or didn't read the board from a few days ago, I've asked everyone to find a MM item they find inspiring that they read while on this WOE, something that you might refer to when you are having a tough time. It can be a simple one-line quote, any of the old MM postings from the past that you may of printed out and read over and over for inspiration, a story, anything of the sort. As nothing on the board is mandatory, this is the same, but I hope that everyone can contribute something to this project come tomorrow, I think it would be great to read what everyone finds inspirational when it comes to SB.

I hope you all have a wonderful Sunday.

Debbie
194/12?/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Gosh, where is everyone? Are you all a bunch of lazy bums sleeping in today?:shrug:

Got in my walk/jog. Got a bit sidetracked so didn't get out til after 8:30am - it's brutal out there, so hot! Took me 51:25 to get in my 4.5 miles. Today for some reason there were some fine looking gentlemen who passed me on my route, men I'd never seen before-a pleasant change of scenery I must say;)

Okay, I'm outta here, not sure what my plans are for the day today, try to exchange a pair of shoes. I got 7's instead of 7 1/2 and want to find them in the bigger size if possible.

Toodles!

Debbie
194/126/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROSALIE!!!!!!!!!!

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ROSALIE, ROSALIE, ROSALIE!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!! I'm sending you lots of hugs for your special day. Hope you get to spend it doing something you love or with someone you love. You are such a wonderful person. I feel blessed to know you. DON'T EAT CAKE!!!!! Put some candles in some fruit, but wish fast.

{{{{{{{BIRTHDAY HUGS}}}}}}}}}
Kim

Good Morning! Trying to get woke up here!:yawn:

Deb, of course we are being lazy bums and sleeping on today. What else would you expect after a night on the town and getting in at 2am! ;) Just want you to know that Tranquil and I stayed completely legal with our eating and only had diet cokes to drink. We behaved very nicely. Geez, who wouldn't with getting a call from the DM herself as we were on our way to the beach! :lol: It was great to talk to you and put a voice to go with that pretty face I've seen in all those pics on the board. Can't wait for our visit to your house. Thanks for giving us a hint for what is really in store. Now we can make some secret plans to combat the DM and her unwitting assistant! :D

Well, got to get my coffee so my brain can get in gear! Be back in a while.

Take care,
Wendy

Hi All:

Well there is proof to the pudding that you can go out at night with all the other fun people who are living it up and eat right and stay 100% OP = just ignore the looks and sarcasm from the servers when you order ANOTHER Diet Coke! :dizzy:

I have been up for awhile, but not moving fast. I am proud to say that I am going to the gym today to ride the bike for some exercise, and I am sending an invitation to Serene to bring a hound for a walk before tonight's first Big Brother evening. Our tv stations had a big switchover and we have not seen any episodes yet - they are playing three tonight...and then we will be caught up - I am making a Cobb Salad for dinner and Serving Iced Tea with Splenda.....there is Sugar Free, Fat Free Blue Bunny Ice Cream made with Splenda in my freezer for tonight's dessert as well :) Anyone wants to come over, you are invited, hahaha - I know it will be quite a drive - well, Slaphappy it is not too far for you!!!!

I am looking forward to a weekend at the Detox Dungeon. I imagine it will be full of fun and laughs! I am going to save money for shopping for bargains, and Deb has said that she is close to my favorite store in the WHOLE WIDE WORLD!!!! SEPHORA!!!!!! Wahooo!!!!! Yahoooo!!!!! Deb I cannot wait for you to take us to your stores, and I like bargain hunting as well, but I know Serene really loves a good bargain!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROSALIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Quilter - That is too funny about the icing - I could picture it so well!!! Big Chuckle from over here!!!!

Mercy - Ughhh, boys and laundry - I just have one and that is bad enough ;)

Tree - I am so glad I am not alone with the liking for Popcorn, I think I will take your idea and just get the small bag, rather than the largest one they have - hahahahahaa!!!!

Well, all I have to get going so I can get out of here before the impending thunderstorm hits my part of Jacksonville. I can hear it on the river - boom boom - and the dog is not too happy either!

have a good Sunday, relax, and enjoy!!!!

Sabrina

Hello Everyone! Happy Sunday to you all!

I’m going to try and get caught up. I just hope I can remember where I left off on all my responses to you.

SERENE---2 a.m.?????? You go girl!!! I would be curled up in the back seat fast asleep if I were to go out with you all. Good job on staying OP while having fun. It certainly can be done! When we were at Panera Bread I got a turkey sandwich on sour dough. I hope that was right. I’m positive that sourdough has been mentioned on here as being legal. I only ate half of it and put the other half in the cooler in the car. But when we got done at JJ’s, I thought the sandwich felt too warm, so I pitched it. So I really only had one thick slice of sour dough. Kimmy had a salad with all sorts of fruit on top of it. Come on up for salmon and sweet taters anytime you want. And bring your cohort in crime with you! We can sit out on the deck and you can tell stories of the detox dungeon! LOL I told Paul you liked his idea so much that you were thinking of using it. I think he’s getting the big head. And he’s also started watching Hometime on TLC. Lord help us all. I may have created a monster. Talk on about your furkids. I love dogs and love hearing about other people’s.

DEB----Let’s hope those “honeys” like the hot, sweaty type! I can’t even imagine putting forth that kind of effort in that kind of heat and humidity. Good going! BTW, did you smile or were you having that Home Depot parking lot look on your face????? This detox dungeon thing is getting serious. I’m glad I’m WAY up here in OH. LOL Glad to know Eli snapped back into his senses and left you another voicemail. That’s a hard situation to be in. I’m sure that stupid time difference makes it hard, but he really should be in communication.

TREE---Oh my gosh, I love Filemaker Pro. I started using it about 10 years ago and found it so simple to use. Where I used to work, we had the print jobs schedule on a FP database. Then my hubby found it to be really easy to manipulate. So he’s done some amazing things with it. We are going to try and transfer the Access DB over to Filemaker if we can ever afford to get a a multiple user license. Being a non-profit we have to really plan ahead for everything. I hope you like your new database and that you are amazed with how user friendly it is. It’s so cool to be able to make different layouts within the same file. I even type letters in the db file and make them a layout. Then I can do simple mail merges through that instead of word. Good luck! Thanks for the tip on the ginger. I’ve never tried that. We don’t have Citra here. Is it high caffeine. There’s a pop in KY called Ale 8 and it’s supposed to be loaded with caffeine. Ever heard of that one?

Hey, BOB, where do you keep finding these North and South miniseries? I don’t think we have that station on our cable.

FLYGIRL---I’m so happy to hear that your DH continues to lose. In this case (only) I think it’s a good thing t hat men lose faster and easier than women. Wait till he gets down to the 200 mark, then he’ll really be a “convert.” My dh told me that at the doctor’s this week, it showed that he had lost 6 pounds in just a couple of months. Then last night he told me that he only had one plate of food at the cookout. That’s good for him. And he was telling the sizes of all his portions. Little circle of potato salad, little serving of beans. We’ll get to him yet, too. Hey, I hadn’t heard that theory about green kitchens subsiding your appetite. But I LIKE it and want to believe that it’s the absolute truth. Do you think that’s what is making DH’s portions get under control??? Couldn’t possibly be my cooking! LOL

TRANQ---Hope you had a great day yesterday. From SERENE’s report, it sounds like you did. I’m so proud of you all for sticking to your commitment to be 100% this weekend. That’s truly awesome. Did I tell you that you remind me of someone, but I can’t think who it is? When I saw your pic from a few weeks ago, I had a “blast from the past” type moment. You didn’t go to college in TN did you??? Also, please read my respond to JACK-K below. We have a request of you. Thanks, hon!

JRED---Enjoy your weekend of reading. I LOVE those weekends. Hope you make it through those storms okay.

MUSIC---Sorry, but I can’t help you with the wallpaper dilemma. I’ve only had experience ripping it off the walls. Hope you get an answer! Call the company who made it. You might end up with some free wallpaper!

MERCY---Congrats on the new treadmill!!! How exciting for you and what a nice surprise!!!

JACK-K---I didn’t use measurements when I made that vinegar/mustard/dill concoction. I think TRANQ gave me measurements on the chat Tuesday, but I closed the window before I thought to copy that part off. Perhaps she will share them again. And YES, we will include you the next time we get together. Perhaps we can schedule something in November when BKM comes back up from FL. She’s wonderful and you all will love her.

GRACIOUS---I know what kind of cupboards you are talking about. They have a sort of shallow pull-out drawer type thing that you can put everything on. I always said that if I were to really re-do a kitchen from scratch I would have all sorts of sizes of drawers in the bottom cabinets. Huge ones for casserole dishes and little ones for aluminum foil. I think doors on the lower cabinets is totally useless. You lose a ton of space that could be put to good use with drawers.

ZANNE---How’s your detoxing going? Hope the TOM hasn’t caused you problems with eating or anything else. YOUR kitchen sounds wonderful. I love navy and white!!!! And I love wainscotting. By leaving your trim natural you added another less dominant color. Sounds great!!! I know what you mean about having a “picture” in your head and not being happy about it until you get it right. That’s why I decided not to paint my countertops at the moment, because I couldn’t get my hand to do what my brain saw!

Okay, well I went back to page 8 and think I hit everyone. If somebody said something to me and I ignored you, please know it wasn’t intentional. And tell me again and I’ll get back to you. Feels good to be caught up with you all. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. I’m on my way upstairs to work on my kitchen curtains. Paul has the digital camera from work this weekend. So I’m hopefully going to take some pictures of that and the deck. If I get that done I will post a link tomorrow where you can go to see them.

Catch you all on the flip side.
Kim

AFTERNOON EVERY BUDDY!!! :cool:


Cloudy, but no rain yet over here on the SW COAST OF FLA...but it's H....O....T!!!!
My car is in the shop, so I'm driving a 1981 TOYOTA COROLA...air isn't worth a toot, so I've been burning up everywhere I go! Not much to look at, but it gets me where I need to go!
Found some really good bargains at the grocery today...and at
PUBLIX to boot! THey NEVER have any good buys! BEAUTIFUL chuck roasts for $1.99 lb BING cherries for $1.49 lb (bought $8.54 worth! :eek:) boneless chicken breast for $1.99 lbs (for the freezer)
I'm baking a squash casserole right now, then will put in one of the roast when it's done..that way, we'll have supper around 5:30 or 6 p.m. Skeeter sure has been sniffing around in the kitchen..;)

KIM...NORTH and SOUTH is on HALLMARK channel..I love it and watch it every time it's on...getting to be like the GODFATHER..I can actually recite what they are going to say!
I can't find it on video or I would already have it...

TRANQUIL...SERENE....you two are brave souls ...LOOKING FORWARD TO THE DETOX DUNGEON???? Step lively when you come thru the front door...if the skeeters don't get you, the shackles automatically lock around your ankles when you hit that first tile...:eek:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROSALIE!!!!! Have a big ole day!

Well, it's laundry day over here...so I'll see everyone later...

BOB

HiedieHo All!!

Just got in from church. A very dreary day, but we can't complain we do need the rain. Of course arthur isn't too happy!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROSALIE!!!!!!


SERENE: Too bad I can't teach you to stitch. I loved to teach crafts and when my patients or friends would "get it", I was always as happy as they were. I'm trying to figure out a way to make Southern Comfort legal!! As I've said before the NH residents love the jokes, especially the naughty ones! Sort of the idea of snow on the roof and fire in the cellar! They never shock me with their remarks, I think over the years I've heard, and seen, everyhting! I could tell stooooories!!

BUTTERFLY: when did you get time to read the posts?!? I guess you had to breathe some time! Glad it was with us!

TREE: You're right about the beauty of AZ. It would just take some getting used to and a week isn't long enough. I enjoyed going into the mountains outside of Tucson the views and cave were spectacular. I thought the Flagstaff area was gorgeous! But if I had my druthers, I'd be back in Milford. LA doesn't have much scenery, it's so flat. Although if you go up north it's like a different country. I have never seen NSA Ragu. Every type has sugar added according to the label. I didn't know they made a NSA sauce. One of their Pizza Sauce flavors does not have sugar, alsthough it's not sold as a NSA product.

DEB: There are things that will help those sweats but you may have to go to a DOCTOR to get them. My dil went to a garage sale yesterday and bought two sdorable baby OshKosh outfits that were like new for .50 each. There is a young unwed mother-to-be in their church, who has no money etc., so she bought them for her. Deb, you couldn't get through to Eli, did you every think maybe he couldn't get through to you either?

QUILT: The hostess with the mostest!!! A regular Pearl Mesta. I guess you didn't love that icing or you would have swallowed! How quick you were to catch yourself, shows there is hope that we can become more aware of our old instincts and over come them!

Going to go put my feet up a bit.

Shirley

Quilter & Jack-K -

I will try to help with the spread/marinade I put on the salmon :D

1 Tablespoon of Dijon

1 Tablespoon of Balsamic Vinegar - now just add more vinegar to what you need - you can add olive oil as well - and you can make it into a salad dressing too......

if you dont have vinegar - you can use lemon juice and olive oil with the dijon mustard too.....

Very healthy.....

Hey All:wave:

Just got home from city hopping. I was able to get the shoes in a 7 1/2. Okay, don't laugh, but these are the 4th pair of the same shoes! I love these shoes:love: They're MUDD'S and they are so comfortable, I've walked miles in these shoes. They don't even wear down that much either. Today's pair makes it 3 pairs of black and I have one in brown:^:

I was empowered today at the mall. This guy offered me a sample of a soft pretzel, said no thank you:) Went to Walmart, giving out samples of the new Chip's A Hoy cookie, another no thank you! It was interesting as I was standing in line to pay and the person in front of me had these mega bottles of Hawaiin Punch. I was reading the label and thought, YUCK! First water, then corn syrup and 2% or less of the following, which is juice. How can someone drink that (no offense to anyone who buys this stuff).

SERENE & TRANQUIL, was nice to talk to you, you both sound so bubbly and fun! I can't wait to meet you both in just a matter of a few weeks. Glad you had a good time last night. It is wonderful to realize you CAN have a good time, go out on the town and stay totally SB LEGAL. You gals gotta tell me if you want me to order you any WW pita bread when you come down. If BOB comes she wants 4. It's the best and you can freeze it when you get home, so just let me know if you want me to order you any. It's going to be a fun packed weekend:s: If you behave there will be no DD consequences and more time for fun, but if you get outta line.........I'll just let your imagination run rampant:s:

QUILTER, loved talking to you today! Made the drive to the mall a lot more pleasant. Umm, nope, didn't smile, but did say good morning as I do to everyone that looks pleasant;) I'm just praying they didn't get a whiff of me as I ran by! When I get home, gosh, do I smell awful, it's like an ammonia smell to me, very odd.

BOB, good talking to you last night! How the heck did you escape the rains today - we didn't 28 out of 28 days and counting.

SEF, too bad you can't come here to the garage sales-you should see the baby stuff they give away! I've bought BABY DIOR items for .50 cents! Stuff with tags still on them, bargains galore! That's nice your DD that for that girl. Are you defending the old fart? Nope, he can get me a msg easy via the computer, I think the reason I can't reach him is the card I bought sucks! Can't even get through to the customer service number. I may have to take it back to the store and hope they'll give me another one. He'll be home soon anyhow, so I can just plan on giving him an earful then. Doctor, what's that??? LOL!!!


Well ladies, I think I'm once again caught up. I'm going to go and start a load of whites and then decide what I want to make for dinner, salmon, basa or eggplant. I think the salmon will win out for tonight, basa tomorrow for lunch (that's a fish btw) and eggplant something for dinner.

Have a great evening!

Debbie
194/126/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached gaol 6/10/01

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!


Just checking in before I get settled for the evening. Had supper
and man was it good! I used a different cheese in my squash this time and it really made a difference! For those of you who fix this casserole...use your cheese of choice..today I used a 6 cheese blend. YUMMY!!!

DEB...I enjoyed our chat last night as well. Salmon sounds good, I've got some in the freezer and should really use it. What kind of fish is Basa?

SERENE..TRANQUIL...be sure to get some of this pita..it is truly the best..I have a ME store here and they have good bread, but nothing beats this! AND if it's snack time when we get to the store, they also have great falafal and you must have some!

OK...I'm off to wash didies then I'll be through and can climb up in the old 4 poster and relax..
Everyone have a good evening!

BOB

HiedieHo All!!

DEB: Every old fart is entitled to legal representation. Seems to me you said you were able to send him emails! Yeah, blame it on the card! You're talking third world here, service ain't the best. You'll be so glad to see him, you should forget to rant! What kind of fish is Basa? And no, all fish are not created equal!

Gee, not much doing is there?

Shirley

I spent the day selling programs at a huge racetrack today. It's the Chicagoland Raceway and the Tropicana 400 was there. I'm not into racing, but 75,000 people are. The crowds and traffic are overwhelming, but we are raising money for our local Catholic grade school.

I'm leaving for Quebec City on Wednesday to visit my daughter who is up there studying French. I'm a little nervous about changing planes in Montreal. I haven't spoken French since high school.
Deb-Yes, I did attend a taping of the Oprah show. It was a Christmas gift from hubby. Although the tix are free, he made all the arrangements. They are hard to get. We went in November. I was hoping it would be her famous Christmas shopping show in which she shows the audience what she's discovered in the past year, and then everyone in the audience gets one too!

Gracious-I'm afraid to take the online IQ test. Afraid of the results I guess.

Getting ready for bed and thought I'd get in a quickie...

BOB, basa is a fish from Vietnam. From what I could find out about it it's similar to catfish they say. I don't know, I think I've eaten catfish once. It's a white fish, very mild. I tried to from WD one time, saw it today for $1.98 a pound at Walmart, so decided to buy it. The salmon came out wonderful using the ME spices - remember, I asked him to bring home some for you too!

SEF, see my message to BOB above about the fish. Geez, like you need to take on ANOTHER job? Now you want to legal represent him, don't you ever quit???;) Did I tell you I loved all the FF you posted? You must keep everyone you know in stiches!!!

GYM, hope your organization made a lot of money volunteering. I did the same for Michael's school, we worked the NASDAQ 100 Tennis Tournament. I hate tennis, but didn't have to do anything but sell overpriced junk to those who do love the game. I hope you have a wonderful and safe trip to Canada, be on the look out for some good SB LEGAL chocolates there, if you are so inclined. Would love to get to Montreal soon-they have the best ME grocery store there, not to mention Eli's sister and family:) That's pretty cool about the Oprah show-what was the topic. Too bad it wasn't the Xmas show-that would be extra cool:D

Okay, I'm off to lala land!!!

Nite!

Debbie

HiedieHo All!!

DEB: Why quit? I ain't dead just slowed down a little!! I like funnies. I read somewhere it takes all the muscles in your face to frown, but only 13 to smile. Being naturally lazy, I smile!!!!! If you don't look on the bright side, why look? You can' see anything in the dark!!! Should I have saved that for MM?!? LOL Thanx for fish info.

GD returned this evening. She said she was stopped three times and searched! 17 y/o girls must look suspicious!! At the door of the plane they held up the line to search her! I wonder why, she's clean cut kid, not scruffy, just an ordinary girl!........Well, as ordinary as she can be considering she's my GD and is wonderful, smart. cute.....shall I go on?

Nite all,
Shirley