Sugar Shakers - Sugar Busters Weekly Support Board 9/2-9/8

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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?s=&threadid=19673

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, there were three that I thought were very worthy to be posted today, I hope you enjoy reading them all and the messages they convey:

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DETERINATION

Think of a time when you were truly determined. Think of a time when you were willing to do whatever had to be done, in order to get the results you had decided upon.

Visualize that time, put yourself back in that circumstance, and feel, once again, the driving power of your own determination. Experience, once again, the confidence which comes with being so determined that nothing can stop you.

Now imagine what that same level of determination could do for you today. Imagine what would happen if you applied the power of determination to your current situation.

Think of all the obstacles and difficulties you could move on past. Think of all the positive, valuable goals you could reach.

Being determined, and staying determined, is hard work. And yet it is powerful, productive work that gets you where you want to go.

You know how powerful and energizing your determination can feel, and you know the valuable results it can bring. So call it up, put it to use, and take yourself with determination to those places where you truly want to go.

-- Ralph Marston
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THIS VERY MOMENT


Right now, this very moment, you have a choice. It's not a big choice -- it's just a very small, seemingly insignificant choice -- yet the consequences of that choice can be enormous. The choice you have, the question you must answer, is this. How will you spend this moment?

It's not really a matter of choosing between what is easy and what is difficult. Even the most difficult objective can be broken down into easily achievable steps. It's not a matter of choosing between what is simple and what is complex. Even the most complex of ambitions can be broken down into small, simple tasks.

Your choice for how to spend this moment, and the moments that follow, comes down to a matter of what is truly important to you. Upon what do you wish to focus the power of your attention, your commitment, your energy, your thoughts, your efforts and your time?

This moment will pass quickly, regardless of what you do with it. You can choose to use it to the fullest and move yourself forward, or you can choose to just stand still and let it go by. The extra effort, the extra energy required to make the most of this brief moment is so small as to not even be noticed. Yet when you put forth that effort, when you make use of this moment, and the moment that follows it, and the moments that follow that, the results can be truly astounding.

-- Ralph Marston

IT CAN BE DONE

What you can imagine, you can accomplish. It can be done. Yes, it's very likely that there are difficult obstacles standing in your way. Still, it can be done. Perhaps no one has ever done it before. Yet it most certainly can be done. Maybe no one believes you can do it. Even so, when you believe in it and commit to it, when you are ready to do whatever is necessary, it can indeed be done.

Go ahead and connect yourself solidly to whatever you truly treasure most in life. Consider the most positive, meaningful, fulfilling possibilities you can imagine, and begin to make them happen. The best of those possibilities are yours to fulfill. Think of the incredible value you can bring to the world by doing so.

Every moment of every day you are committed to something, you are working toward something. So imagine the very best of your possibilities, stay focused on them, and work your way steadily there. Know that it can be done, and spend your days making it happen.

-- Ralph Marston

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

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

We have a slew of birthday's this month:gift: many during this next week and many sharing birth days!

Please join along with me in wishing the following board members a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!:hat:

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Sept 3 - FILLISE
Sept 3 JENN
Sept 4 FRUITLUPE
Sept 4 MUSIC
Sept 8 MELIRIS
Sept 8 MELF
Sept 9 JRED
Sept 18 SERENE

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I'm excited...I've never been the first to post!!!!

Debbie has jinxed me with her restlessness..I can't seem to get comfortable. I'm sleepy, but my back feels like it's breaking lying in bed!

GREAT FOOTBALL WEEKEND, but by far....JACKIE'S GAME TAKES THE CAKE FOR EXCITEMENT!!!! GO CATS!!!!

Hope everyone has a good week...lots of birthdays....:gift: :hat:


I'm going to try the mattress again...hope it works!


Later

BOB

Good Monday Morning! Here's my MM contribution...

When people make changes in their lives in a certain area, they may start by changing the way they talk about that subject, how they act about it, their attitude toward it, or an underlying decision concerning it.
--Jean Illsley Clarke

Acting "as if" is powerful. It leads the way to a changed attitude, a changed woman. If we are self-conscious in crowds and fearful about meeting new people and yet act poised and extend our hands in friendship, we'll not only behave in a new way, but feel good about it, too. Each act we take in this way brings us closer to the person we are behaving like. Each positive change we make builds our self-esteem. Realizing that through our own actions we are becoming the kind of person we admire gives us strength.
--Anonymous

Hello all! I hope everyone is off to a good start this week--especially since today will be a holiday for most of us. I've actually had a weekend this week--it will be the last one for a long long time--at least until November!

Yesterday was good--Belle and I curled up for long naps on the futon while watching the race--my Jeffie-poo won (just as a b-day present for me, I'm sure:D ). Only two more weeks until the Sopranos starts its new season--Yeah! Today I must vacum off the futon and freshen it up as it goes to its new home. Tomorrow my new sofa will be delivered! I am serisouly considering ordering the chair to match today, while the sale is still going on!

BOB--I see you are still wound up from Saturday! I don't think it was Deb that got you agititated, I think it was the rush from watching the Vols finally hitting the field! You can watch Auburn tonight!

Missy--so sorry. I was pulling for LSU!

Deb--good motivational thoughts today! I especially like the one about choices. I'm also liking the new digital scale too. Not just because it shows me losing (actually it is up .5 this morning), but because it doesn't bounce around like the analog scale did. It picks a number and tells me--no guessing which side of the line the needle is on--or it moving even as I lean over to see the reading. Even if I step on this scale three times it gives me the exact same reading--the analog scale did not. I was alwoays trying to figure out which was correct. It says it has a "lifetime" battery--we'll see.

McJonJon--you are funny girl! I didn't get a new hairbrush to go with the new scale--but maybe I should! I'm glad to have you on the board! I also recommend the food scale too--I'm learning so much about portions by just weighing my food--especially meat! Last night I broiled a steak. Normally I would just buy whatever is in the meat counter and cook as is--often eating 10, 12, or even (YIKES!) 16 oz of meat! Lastnight I weighed the steak and cut it in half--I got 5 5/8 oz uncooked--which cooked down to about 4.5 oz. THAT's a proper portion--not 11 ounces--which I would have scarfed down without a second thought. You know what--I was also satisfied with the smaller portion. I had steak and butterbeans. I ate about 7:00 and did not get hungry the rest of the evening.

SEF--I like iceskating too! I was heartbroken when Michelle Kwan didn't win the gold in the Olympics. I think Kwan is just a beautiful skater and I look forward to being able to watch herfor the grace and joy and not have to worry about competition.

JENN--I"m still thinking about you! I hope the surgery recovery is progressing well, the house closing went smoothly (talk about your big weeks!) and that you are looking forward to a good birthday tomorrow! (The best birthday of the year, I should think!:lol: ).

VIV--I just won my first ebay auction this weekend. I got a Hall mark Wizard of Oz tinman ornament. Kind of fun--what sort of things do you sell there?

I hope everyone has a good week!

Susan
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:censored: BOB is dragging her tired old arse around and making no headway!!!

FINALLY went to sleep after 5 a.m. and then SKEETER needed to
go to the potty and toughed it out as long as he could. Drug my
butt out of bed at about 9:20 a.m. Then he had the nerve to be hungry....so I just stayed up and will PRAY for sleep in the normal setting tonight! SO GLAD I didn't have to GO TO WORK!!! :eek:

SUSAN... DEFINATELY GET THE CHAIR TO MATCH!!!! You'll be sorry if you don't...
Yes, I'm ready for your game tonight..It's going to have to go a long way to beat JACKIE'S game last night...Did you catch any of that?
I'm with you on eating too much steak!!! Went to ALBERTSON'S yesterday and they had T-BONES and RIBEYES on sale and I bought two of each...of course, I could feed a small third world country with them! I LOVE RED MEAT COOKED ON THE GRILL!!!

JENN...hope you're feeling better. Now you can look forward to your wedding and your new house withouth the fear of a gallbladder attack!

Where are all you people today?????

MISSY...you must be REALLY turned around...you posted on last weeks board...Don't you just hate three day weekends? I got up thinking this was Sunday! Have a good day off my friend...Tomorrow you head back into little monster land :devil:

I'm off to do some laundry...that will include the little four legged
devil furbaby!! :s:

BOB

I'm back from my NAVY weekend.

BOB: I'm crushed!!!! You forgot to mention my Midshipmen!!!! WE BEAT SMU 38-7!!! Granted, the teams are probably at the bottom of everyone's list, but with a record of 1 and 20, the victory was most definitely sweet. The Dallas Morning News said it was the biggest victory for the Navy since the Gulf War. Some Navy traditions: Plebes doing push-ups for every score, Plebes betting against upperclass for Navy wins, singing Anchors' Away in the locker room (first time since Dec. 2000 for that one). We had some very happy MIDS in Dallas Saturday night.

Quilter: So sorry to hear of your ailment. You need to concentrate on getting your body back in sync, the exercise can begin again. Three days is better than none.

McJJ: I will eat zuchinni, just don't like the taste so it's not something I'll cook.:p I love other types of squash, especially the yellow crook-neck squash.

Rose: So happy you checked in. When are you headed back this way? Our summer waited 'til September to appear. It's been a hot one here, lately.

Melf: So glad DS is improving and I'll have her DIL in my prayers.

Sef: Was it just my brower, or did your brick-layer joke really appear on the board multiple times? It was a funny one!:lol:

Fruit: Congrats on your new job. :cp: Those kinds of jobs are a fun challenge and keep our creative juices going. Not that staying a step ahead of the little ones doesn't. It's nice to be able to do something totally different. So sorry about LSU, can they still play like that when it's time to take on my HOGS ?!

Fillise and Jenn::hb: HAPPY BIRTHDAY tomorrow. I won't be able to get on here until late tomorrow and I don't want my fellow September birthday girls to think I forgot them.

I need to move my rear and get some laundry done this morning. DDs need more school supplies. The 8th grader has to create a 3-D project of Bilbo Hobbit's journey. "The Hobbit" was her summer reading assignment and the projects didn't take long to come! I decided I should read the book too, so I started a couple of weeks ago, but there are too many distractions and I haven't gotten very far.

Later Ladies and Gent.
Jeanie

Happy Labor Day y'all. It was sooo nice to sleep in this morning. Dennis and James have gone to Home Depot, about an hour away, and will be gone all day, so it's just me and the girls. We've been to the park this morning. That's where I got in my exercise.:dizzy: Many trips up the huge slide to go down with Maggie. It's hot here now tho, so we're in for the rest of the day. We have the big cookout planned when the boys get home. Grilling some chicken and sausage.:T I'm making some potato salad for Dennis, but none for me. Doesn't even sound good.

FILLISE and JENN: Happy Birthday tomorrow.:gift: Hope you have a good one.

HEART: You did better than I did resisting those chips. We ate at Mexican restaurant Sat. and the chips won.:yikes:
I have to confess that they were really good tho.

JEANIE: Congrats on the NAVY win. They whomped up on SMU. Have a good week with the munchkins this week. I'm gearing up for a Sept 11 memorial program that the 2nd graders are doing. Not much time to get ready.

Gotta go do laundry on my "day off". Check in later.

Is anybody exercising today?

I thought the Clemson-UGA game was also pretty exciting. UGA pulled it off, but it was touch and go. I'm happy that UK held up the honor of the SEC. Louisville's team did not help their QB at all, poor guy. He was a terrific player, but it takes 10 more men to make a team. What patsy did Ewe Tea play this week? Probably the same kind of patsy that UF did. It was fun watching the first game of a new era, but I think we have a long season in front of us. Next week--Miami.

Don't have any original Motivational saying at the moment, so I'll post one that is always good:
The chief cause of failure and unhappiness is trading what we want most for what we want in the present moment.

Have a great LD.

YA KNOW....I really like not smoking, but I've been sick more in the last year than I ever was while I was smoking! I've managed
to get a cold...I guess the high sore throat for the last few days was NOT from SLEEPING with my MOUTH OPEN!!! I was sick my last three day weekend....MEMORIAL DAY...remember???? I had the left sided infection???? This time, I'm sweating bullits, and the right side is running like a marathon! nose....eye....UGH!

JEANIE....I'm so sorry that I forgot about your NAVY guys...I'll try to do better....My ORANGE BUDDIES play the HOGS in the next few weeks..we can really banter then!!!

GATOR...didn't get to see your game...wasn't on TV...you would think that a monumental occassion like HOOK...oops..I mean ZOOK would rate at least the SUN NETWORK????

I just got thru bathing the DEVIL DOG!!! ..the little poop head actually growled at me while he was in the tub! BUT now he's fast asleep on his bed and tucked in and snuggly...

Better get back to my chores!!

BOB

Happy Holiday you all!!! Hope everybody is doing well. We’ve had a pretty great weekend. But all good things must come to an end. (I hate that saying!) Yesterday we went to see My Big Fat Greek Wedding. It was SO FUNNY!!! We laughed through 95 percent of the movie. Really cute and entertaining. DH loved it. He spend the rest of the evening speaking with what he thought was a greek accent. (He was failing miserably, but I didn’t have the heart to tell him.) When he saw Slingblade he talked like Carl for a week. Whatever floats his boat! LOL

Today we came over to my MIL’s for an afternoon meal. Right now SIL is taking a nap. She’s two weeks away from her due date, so those power naps are very necessary. And DH is giving MIL a computer lesson. (An exercise in frustration for him!) I’m just sitting here fighting heavy eyelids and waiting for the time to eat the SF cheesecake. I can’t wait! But then again, I am always ready to eat that stuff. Delightful, delicious!!!

Well, I don’t have any motivational quote for today. But I just wanted to share something with you. I have really been tempted to eat illegal for the past couple of weeks. I say this knowing that I’ve been tempted since starting SB, but lately I’ve been giving each temptation more and more thought. Like I might see something that looks yummy, and before I would immediately turn away. Lately I have been just sitting there and staring at it for a bit. Thinking about actually eating whatever it was. A few times I’ve even gone so far as saying to myself, “Oh, the **** with it. I’m just going to cheat.” Really truly wanted to just bag the whole deal and eat whatever. But then this “thing” inside keeps reminding me how poisonous that sugar is for me and how I should avoid it like the plague. Then I sort of slump my shoulders, sigh and turn away. Or go for a celery stick or something like that. I’m not proud of getting this close to cheating. I felt like I needed to confess to you all. Tell me, what should my pennance be?

BOB----Sorry to hear that you are sick again. What a bummer!!! Tell that Skeeter that he’d better watch himself because he’s going to really be in the doghouse if he keeps up that growling business. Did I tell you Maddie tore up her bed a few weeks ago. It was totally unintentional, but it was a mess. So I made her a new one yesterday out of really heavy denim. She hates it. Refused to get on it for even a second. Lucky for her she had a change of heart. When we woke up this morning, she actually was sleeping on it. Hey, I thought you said there was no time for movies this weekend. How did you manage to sneak in four??? You are a pro.

GATOR---Thanks for that motivation. I think it’s absolutely perfect and short enough that I may be able to memorize it and use it as a mantra! That’s if my brain can work that hard. LOL

FILLISE----How exciting that you are getting new furniture. I LOVE that feeling! What a great birthday present. I think if you want the chair and it fits in your room, then you should get the chair. Get it now while you still can. Does Miss Belle shed a lot?

DEB---Thanks for keeping us all straight about birthdays. What a nice thing to do. Also, loved the motivations for today! Awesome job!!! Now if I could just pin all those thoughts to my clothes I might be able to get somewhere. LOL

Okay, that’s it for me! Talk to you soon.
Hugs to all,
Kim

I finally was allowed to vote on the poll! I ate way too many starchy carbs and salt yesterday:mad: So I know my weight is up, but I'm drinking water... Anyway, I finally watched JOHN Q Saturday night. It was entertaining but it gave the wrong message about organ donation and how things really work. Number 1- the boy would have been at a children's hospital that specialized in transplants, and he should have met the medicaid requirements. But it is true that alot of people have lost their lives and will continue to die because of HMO's. It's really sad that we live in a country that values the mighty dollar more than life. Before I get off my :soap: - Has anyone seen the commercial that has a doctor about to give a patient a heart transplant but stops and says it can wait because of the product they are advertising( I can't remember what it was)?! This enrages me so bad. It's sending the message that this product is more important than human life.$$$ Okay, I'm thru. Didn't plan on b**ching so much when I started this post,lol.

Hey ladies!

Hey, I wasn't AWOL for too long, LOL! Had a big birthday weekend - older DS turned 12 - and had to entertain the ILs all weekend. Will NOT go into detail as we all do NEED our appetites, no???

Anyway, thank goodness this is a rainy holiday - I just got up from one of those power naps (Kimmi, LOL) and can at least make it till 10pm!

This is day 5 (it seems forever) back on SB and I feel better - definitely. Some MINOR cheats (ie a swipe of DS's frosting yesterday, TWo pieces of sushi - the rest sashimi - etc). But overall, again, you can tell the plan just makes me feel better.

I was at Borders with the DS's today and picked up a little 6.99 book about the Zone. It seems to be similar to the SB philisophy, and I always wanted to learn about it, but couldn't stand the big books - no time. I know a lot of this skinny Hollywood people follow the zone so I'll let you know what I think.

It's 6pm and I still don't know what to make for dinner.....sigh....


DEB - I like this weeks' poll. I knew we were mostly 40-somethings. I find that very interesting! Batten up the hatches for the storms, girl!!

Susan - Congrats on being an EBAY newbie! Wasn't it fun??? Now you got the fever!! I sell vintage stuff, mostly housewares from the 30s - 70s....but right now I am liquidating an estate for a neighbor's friend, who became my friend too. He had a HUGE collection of militaria - helmets and stuff, and some housewares as well. He sold the house in the north and moved into the FLA condo, so no room. It's harder than selling my own stuff because I have to research these helmets and hats, but bigger bucks. Feel free to look at my stuff - search under Ebay Seller Name "Sakigem"!

Quilter - LOL! "It's a kek!!" "When I was your age, we had no food!" and "In the end, we are all fruit!!" I LOVED that MOVIE!!!! Any SB gals who haven't seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding - go see it! Major upper and as a Mom, I was happy to take my 12 yo to see a movie with no violence, profanity or sex! Geez, I sound like an old biddy, but why is this necessary? Kimmi babe, I am really proud of you for staying OP. Funny, you just get to a point in your life where it is THE WAY!!

Hi to all of you....now I'm off to stare into the fridge,,,,,,,,,,yikes.....

viv

don't fret 40's, I'm 37, not far from the 40's.
happy labor day to all.
because I work nites, I'm usually TRYING to sleep about now but I have the nite off and found myself on this board. Enjoying my day off, to myself, and touching base with u all. glad I'm not at some blow out passing up potatoe salad, macaroni salad, white buns, etc... made a canjun dish that will last me for a few days. it seems during this last 6 weeks my priorities have been --- stay legal, stay prepared.

bob - hang in there on the cigs. I have to confurr that they're alot harder than the sugar or white bread. first time I've told of my vice since posting. have tried to quit smoking a FEW times, it's rough. I'm going to my sister's house up north for a week or two (she doesn't smoke) and will try to get nicotine free while there. got a niece that might follow auntie's example, hopefully. mind set ------ at my sis's house I'll have to smoke outside, and when I start going to the porch to smoke I'll think of other things that can occupy my mind. my ex husband was irate for a little while when he gave them up and got a head cold, all I heard the whole time "I QUIT SMOKING SO I WOULDN"T BE SICK, NOW I'VE GOT EVERYTHING WRONG WITH ME" u'll get thru it, then maybe u can punch me around a little and get my brain on track. I'll post within 3 days that I start.....NOT SMOKIN for the rest of my life. please others, don't encourage me now, I'm just starting the climb, and too much excitement makes me smoke, (no lol intended),gonna get where I need to be ON MY OWN. I'll need encouragement when I've been nicotine free for two weeks. like starting SB, I needed to KNOW that I can stick to the plan. after sugar detox, this will be detox nicotine. I GAVE UP SUGAR, and like that I'll give up CIGS. now I'll be sick like you BOB for awhile, but you'll be doin better before me, my date is 091502, by that time u'll be smoke free and over it. oh and yeah, guess I should say since I have orange in my blood "GO VOLS!"

jred - makes me think of sb buddy johnni red everytime. I luv yellow squash, we must be exposed to some of the same veggies. what do u do with yellar swash,...and... do u have or use cabbage. tell me another of ur variety veggies, we might have the same taste.

gatorgirl - I just did my bio and almost put FAV QUOTE - gatorgirl's signature, I think about it every meal choice.

musicteach- ain't it great to have the men in "time out" and they don't even know it!! take a man to home depot and he's at an amusement park. wonder what kind of prizes and/or projects they'll bring home. lol

fillise - thanks for noticing me. sometimes I get on a roll and keep everyone laughin, or it can get annoying and u'll be ready to run. I'll try to control myself. lol... I'm at the stage to watch my portions and am studying food combining from michael montignac's book. ur food scale stories help me to see my portions. keep me posted, have already reduced my meat, adding more veggies.

Idblond - WB, we haven't met, I'm newbie, but glad to meet u. if I wander off maybe u'll remember me upon return.

quilter - I'm in west tn, 2 hrs north, my parents lived in mphs before I was born, it's where lots of folks go for shoppin, entertainment, and to see friends, still. work so much, I don't get far.

merrylegs - glad u read my post. been readin u 2, wb from a newbie.

deb - don't mind if u call me jon. just posted my bio, u had it figured out neway, it's just a user name for everytime I need a user name, prefer jonjon neway. hey, as long as some one speaks to me I'm thrilled, I'd probably answer to %^#@head, lol. want to know more about agave, my HFS doesn't carry it. what is the consistency, is it like honey? and can't find ur famous cheesecake recipe on here, looked for one using agave. must have lost my patience.

JackK - thx for the congrats. we're close SB buddies 2, I'm in west tn, close to paducah, think that makes us 3 to 4 hrs apart. I'm on my way to columbus, oh in the next few weeks, will probably hit ur town. u mentioned salsa, got the stuff to make it up, need to, luv it.

sef - thx for the extra info on shredded lettuce. I finished off last week's head today and towel was not too damp, would have needed to change if I still had some. salads are a quick for me and I needed that. I'm happy with lettuce, cheese, tomato and dressing. with it on hand, I get creative, boiled eggs, (throw out the yellows sometimes), green onion, taco meat, or luncheon meat, or grilled chicken. but lettuce, cheese, and dressing is a great snack or meal for me. told it to my gf who first introduced me to sb, think she can learn to shred lettuce too (she's lost in the kitchen).

toni - thanks for the happy dance. I joined in with u when I read ur post. support can make a smile wider. sb's the hips narrower, lol.

jen - hope to see u on here soon. there's old friends and new that are thinkin of u.

again - haven't seen u in a few post fellow newbie, but know that u r OP (on plan), hang around here, believe me, it helps

everyone - new and old to sugarbusters, I'm glad to be aboard, enjoy each and every post.

jonna
150/135?/125

Great Monday Motivations, Deb! I sure need them after this weekend. It was UGLY, worst in 1 1/5 years, but it's over and today has been 100% OP.
And yup, I went to the gym today!

It's rained here all weekend, so everybody's picnics and barbecues got cancelled, kind of a washout for the end of summer.

gotta go- laudnry and lunches for tomorrow are calling!

mel

Jonna,
Let me clarify...I'll be a non smoker for two years come April. Good for you that your're quiting...I feel better in that respect, but
I swear....colds...flu...unknown infections of one side of my face..
name it...I've probably at least tried to have it!
This cold has already moved into my chest...so now I not only can't breathe, but my chest hurts!
We'll be here for you...these GALS sure did help me get thru my time...I was truly ready to quit though...that makes a difference!
Ciao
BOB

Hey Pals!

Well this weekend I did not feel too good - headache - wondering if my body is just suffering from barometric pressure from Eduardo on our coastline? Oh well, today I was better, got up early and pushed myself out the door with Gram and hit the shopping frenzy....found a jacket for my trip to London, then went to Dillards to get my face make up - thought well I will check out sale racks - oh MY GAWD!!!!!!!! What a bargain - I bought Sigrid Olson sweaters (Norm cost, $175 - $250) for less than $40 - one being actually, had a heart attack, $14.75!!!!!!!!!!! I was on Cloud 9!!!!! For $200.00 I bought 8 new tops - all being Sigrid Olson sweaters and Liz Claiborne - love em!!!!! London here I come - the fashion plate!!!! Oh KAY!!!! I am being a braggart!!!! But it was just toooooo kewlllllll......

I am up ONE pound - I look about 8 months pregnant - so puffy - another problem with the barometric pressure from Eduardo? Probably cannot get away with blaming it on him?? Maybe because I had a triscuit fest yesterday because I was blue because I felt lousy???? Hopefully, by WIW it will be gone.....

Serene and I went to the track on Friday night and I was so excited I won a Quinella - two of my dogs came in - and I won a whole TWENTY THREE DOLLARS!!!! on a $2.00 bet - not too bad.... We shared a salad and some chicken wings (unbreaded kind, a little bit greasy, but not too illegal)....it was nice to just get out....

Jenn - How you feeling????? :grouphug:

Gator - No exercise here other than shopping :devil:

BOB - I wish you were with me today - you would have had so much fun with us shopping - it was one of those wonderful bargain days!!! And I thought of you!!!!! :D

Deb - I found a health food store quite close to Serene's part of town and I had them put me down for Agave - as they just ordered some.....they will call me the minute it comes in and I will buy them out ;) But cannot wait to make your cheesecake recipe!!! I am making my eggplant dish again tonight - and packing it up for lunches through the week.... if you come I will surely fill you up with my cooking... I love having someone to cook for other than DS! That is why I spoil friends....

FILLISE, JENN, FRUITLOUPE, MUSIC, MEL, MELF, AND JRED - HERE IS A SONG FOR YOU...... :hb:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUS, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUS, HAPPY BIRTHDAYYYYYY TO YOUUUUUUUUS, HAPPY BIRTHDAY....... HOW OLD ARE YOUSSSSS NOW? HOW OLD ARE YOUSSSSS NOW, HOW OLLLLLLD ARE YOU NOWWWWWWWS...... AND WISHING YOUSSSSSS MANNNNYYYYYYY MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Serene it is too soon to sing to you!)

McJon - Sounds like you are doing great on this great WOE!!!! You go!!!!!!!!!

Viv - Cannot blame you on the Sushi cheat - I have to stay away from those places - I love it so much - and so does my DS! He has been a real trooper not asking for Sushi anymore....he knows to just ask his Dad to take him.....

Quilter - I want to see My Greek Fat Wedding - You lucky you! I just have not had the chance - think of me when eating your cheesecake - maybe the yummy waves will reach me!!!!

Idblond - thank you for the motivationals!!!!

Well I better go check on my food in the oven! Hope you all had a nice Labor Day weekend....back to work tomorrow :(

Sabrina

Hi all!!!

Wow1!! There are so many birthdays in September Happy B-day to all of you. :)

Deb- I found some agave at the HFS i brought 2 bottles it was $4.45. I just wanted to try it. I used some of it to make a cheesecake. It really is expensive. Oh well why complain I remeber when I would have spent that on a Burger King Meal! LOL

Fillise- I used your recipe for cheesecake squares I made a cheescake though. It turned out delicious my Dh and our boys loved it. Thanks for the recipe.

Bob--Hope you feel better soon.

Tranquil- You go girl what great bargain hunting. Don't worry about the l pound it will be gone before you know it!!

Well i was glad to be off today from work. I spent the day relaxing and finishing laundy. I watched a Murder She Wrote marathon as I folded clothes.:lol:

Well of to talk to DH have a great evening everybody!!

Quickie -

Sabrina - Glad to find another sushi addict! I ordered sashimi - not totally the same, but a decent substitute! Wild Oats (HFS near me) makes sushi with brown rice, but it's in the refrigerated case and I hate it when the rice gets hard!!

Problems, problems.....

:)
viv

Happy Monday evening!

Wow, what a ballgame. Bob you are right it was exciting. I thought I was going to throw-up if it didn't end soon. It is so nice to win when you're not expected to and when te other team is an arch rival and their fans are obnoxious. Almost all of our friends are UL fans so it was a sweet victory. I ws good and didn't rub it in, but I was loving every minute of it.
Fillise, Hope you enjoy your day of relaxation. Your team is on as I post. Going to go watch and pull for Auburn.
Oh no, USC jsut scored. Now, Auburn just score. Yeah!

Yellowrose, How nice to hear from you. Sounds like you ahve been busy in the kitchen. Glad you have enjoyed your visist with your DD. Keep in touch. Doing great maintaining. 2 years, WOW!

Deb, Yeah, computer is fixed. Hope the party is fun. Great MM posts. Loved the one on deterimination,

Merrylegs, I know how you feel about DD going back to school. Mine went back last weekend, home this weekend and just left again. It still breaks my heart when she leaves.

Bob, Can you believe we won!!!It was such an exciting game. I thought I was going to throw up before it was over. We have the reputation of always losing in the end. But not this time. Hope you are feeling better.

Toni, I think 64 oz is a good place to start.

Fruit, Sorry your team lost. There's always next week.

Sef, Cute joke. Hope you are having a relaxing day. What a pretty MM thought. So manyof them apply to us.

Jred, Congrats to your Navy team. Isn't it such a sweet victory when your're ot epected to win.

IDablond. Liked your MM too.

Music, next time take some triscuits with you to the MExican rest. Theya re good dipped in salsa.

Quilter, Penance? I think you should be congratulated for walking away. We all want the forbidden food, not all can resist. WTG!

Heartmom, I saw JohnQ and though it was good, it wasn't realistic in many ways.

Viv, Day 5, youa re doing great. Just need to pla those meals. You don't want to get stuck with nothing planned and then have to eat offP or not have any carbs left. Let us know about the Zone.

McJonJon, I think being prepared is the biggest key inthe WOE. Plan you meals, plan your crbs, I always have bread or triscuits in my purse. Good luck on giving up the Cigs. I'm sur that is a tough battle. Glad that's one I never started.

Mel, The wagon's coming around. Jump on in. You can do it. We're holding on to you.



Gator, Great MM. So true when we are cheating. Now your Gator's are going to have to chomp on UL too. I don't guess you are coming to the game?

Tranquil, Great deal onthe tops, but should you be out on your foot? Hope you are feeling better today.

Mercy, loved your analogy on the price of agave. How cute.

Hope everyone had a nice holiday weekend. I'm off to take a bubblebath and read my book. Back to work tomorrow.

CHALLENGE: Since we all do so much better with a challenge, how about a water challenge? 64 oz a day or more! Heyit can't hurt. And we can extend our exercise challenge again.

See ya tomorrow.

Jackie
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10-10-01

Hi everyone,
I just wanted to introduce myself. I'm Jenn, and I heard about SB from my hair stylist, who has had a lot of success with it.
I'm not sure what the "protocol" is around here, so I'll just do my best.
Age: 30
Height: 5'9"
Current weight: 175 (also my highest weight)
Goal weight: 135
I live in L.A. with my boyfriend Jake and our kitty Charlotte.
I am interested in SB because it seems sensible, and I like the WOE concept, as opposed to dieting. I know that my weight might not seem that bad for my height, but I am very small-framed, and carrying the extra weight is unhealthy for me. I saw my dr. last week after 2 years away (we just moved back to the area), and she was very concerned about my current weight and health as I've always been thin. I think that in addition to getting older, the reason I've gained so much weight is because I changed careers 2 years ago and went from a fast-paced, on-my-feet job to a job where I sit at a desk all day. I never had to exercise or watch what I ate before, but obviously I do now. I just started SB and an exercise plan, and I'm looking forward to having some support from this forum. It seems like a great place!
:)

Good evening everyone... Hope you've all had a great labor day week-end... Mine has been quiet because my DH has had to work nights and has slept all day...Thank goodness he gets off early tonight. I've got all my stuff ready to try the pork roast with applesauce. Hope mine turns out good..

Bob- Hope you get some rest... Glad you had a great football weekend... Opps no rest for you!!!! So the little one gets a bath, should have left you asleep.... My little dog hates a bath too...

IDblond- your motivation sounds really good.

Fillise-By by futon! Pretty couch here you come.. Ut oh you won something on e-bay.. Watch that its addicting.. I love bidding on things and have to be careful I don't go overboard.. I also have sold things on there and its a good way to make a few extra bucks.

jred- Congrads on your Midshipmen winning...

music teach-Your cook out sounds great.. I think we're all doing laundry today LOL...

Gatorgal- After I post today will walk on my treadmill.. I should have done it earlier but got to busy.

The Quilter- Sounds like you're having a nice day.. Hope your cheesecake was yummy...You know each time you resist eating something no OP you build willpower... You've done so well and I know you can continue... Sometimes are harder than others so go stand in the corner.....

heartmom- I'll have to agree with you on the commercial...

viv- congrads on your five days on SB.... I ended up making two dinners tonight, one for DH (pizza) and a pork chop for me hope you have better luck...

mcjonjon- Sure enjoy your posts...

meliris- Sorry you got rained out wish we'd have gotten some of that rain here... Sorry you had a bad weekend... But good luck on starting fresh today..

Tranquil-Wowie what a bunch of bargains you found... You lucky duck.... Sorry you aren't feeling real good...

Happy Birthday to Fillise and Jenn tomorrow....

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JonJon--Moo Moo. Glad you like my sig.
Here's the recipe. It's no longer on the recipe board and I hope Debbie will post it. This is very abbreviated.
2 8 oz. pkgs. 1/3 less fat cream cheese (actually neufchatel cheese!)
1/3 cup agave nectar
3 eggs
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp lemon juice

Let cheese sit until soft. Mix until smooth with mixer. Add the agave and blend until smooth. Add the vanilla and lemon juice and mix in. Add the eggs one at a time, beating on medium until each egg is incorporated. Pour mixture into a well buttered and bottom lined with parchment paper 7" springform pan. Bake at 325° for 40 minutes. Remove from oven and cool in pan on rack for 40 minutes. Chill in refrigerator for at least 3 hours. Can serve with cut up berries. Ummmmm.

BTW, this is called Deb's crustless cheesecake.

JackK, I don't think the Gators play UL. We play UK here in Gainesville.

I didn't exercise either, unless you count working in the yard exercise. I don't unless it is more strenuous than it was today. I also played 9 holes of golf, but I don't count that either. We rode in a cart!

Gotta go. My DH is already in bed.

One more thing--what's with all these college teams playing on Sunday, -- and Monday. If I were a fan of that team I'd be screaming bloody murder. I bet no one from AU is out there at that game cheering on their team.

I wanted to share a photo.....

just a quick post before i head off to bed. had a quiet labor day weekend, we had some friends over so the kids could swim and then we grilled. we had grilled marinated chix breasts and hot dogs and sausage for the husbands and kids. i made a chilled vegie thing with zucchini, tomatoes, onions and cukes with a lemon juice and olive oil dressing, it was great, you make it all up and store it in a bag in the refrig until ready to eat, i think the recipe was posted by BOB a while back, very good. i did make deb's cheesecake which was quite a hit for dessert. then watched MORE FOOTBALL! i think it is safe to say after this weekend we definitely saw plenty. i think most everyones team won except for fillise's guys from auburn and alas for us here in central florida, my son's team got beat by penn state, they did put up a good fight though and travel next week to arizona. my son is starting to practice again, i am sooo nervous but he is glad and hopes to be travelling by the end of the month. thanks for all the well-wishes for him!

hope everyone has a great week, serene and tranquil please stay safe and dry! the weather looks ominous up your way, head south on 95 if you need to, i have a cluttered but clean guest room!

only a few weeks until SURVIVOR is back, until then i have been watching big brother, but i feel a little lost since i have not followed it from the beginning, but i think roddy and marcellus need to go from what i have seen, am i right?

welcome again to the new girls, you will like it here, very supportive group!

chris

Missy, move over and I'll join you in the sack cloth as ashes for the rest of the week. Our boys fly back tonight--get in around dawn--and then they have to play again Saturday! I don't mind playing USC--but whoever scheduled this for Monday night should be shot!

The good news is that the futon was taken apart and was carted out of the house this evening. The carpet has been vacumed and is awaiting the delivery of my NEW SOFA tomorrow! I won't be online very long tomorrow, because I have to leave the phone line open for the delovery truck. I'll try to get on tomorrow evening or at least late in the afternoon!

BKM--I'm glad to hear that the big knight himself is ready to go back into action. I know it's tough on you though. They did well against Penn State.

Tranquil--Love the photo! You are very pretty!

Gator--Thanks for posting the crustless cheesecake recipe. I can't find my copy and I was thinking about making one tomorrow afternoon as a hedge against the birthday cake I'll be forced to turn down this week. Why is it that people don't believe you when you say you don't want a cake?

Toni--um, you're a little late about the ebay warning. I got Dorothy and Scarecrow on a "buy it now" bid. Actually the buy it now price was cheaper than what they have been going for on auction. I "lost" a Dorothy that I had bid ten dollars more for--so I feel pretty good about the prices. Now I just need the Cowardly lion and I'm all set! I promise I won't look for anythin else.:^:

JennJenn--Welcome! It is good to have you on the board. I think you will find this WOE pretty easy to follow and you will quickly begin to notice a difference in how you feel. There are many of us who have been following this WOE for several years--so we don't think of it as a diet, but as a new way of eating (WOE). Please be sure to ask any questions you may have (and try the recipe Gator posted for Deb's crustless cheesecake!)

Jack-K--thanks for watching and rooting. Sigh. Oh well ten more to go! Glad to see that your team won!

Mercy--glad you liked the cheese cake squares. They are right tasty!

VIV--UM, LOVE Sushi. I try to make it a very rare treat. None of the restaurants here make it with brown rice. If I have it I try to make the rice the only starchy carbs I have that day. I'll look at your stuff on ebay. I'm only looking for the Hallmark Wizard of Oz ornaments that I don't have. My brother started giving them to me in 1996 so I need the 1994 and 1995 ornaments. I think I'm just about there.

BOB--OK if you don't get better we aren't going to let you watch anymore football:eek:

ok got to go. Belle has climbed into my arms and can only type with one hand now.

Susan

This will be a very quick post. Went to a funeral today, well, yesterday now! Then worked the evening shift, came home & ironed a uniform cause I have to get up at 5am to go back for a 12 hr shift, so I will not be posting much till this week. I've got a sore throat, ear ache, & sinus infection, so I'm not feeling up to par & the long hours is not helping, but oh wellll!!! :D

I'd be in bed by now, but did want to wish Fellise a veryyyyyyyy Happy Birthday! Hope it's a wonderfully blessed day for you!! :hb: :hat: :gift:

....to wish the birthday girls a very Happy Birthday!:hb: :hb:

Fillise and Jenn, I hope you each have a wonderful day filled with wonderful things:gift: :hat:

Fillise, enjoy that new couch!!!!

Jenn, hope you're recovering quickly.

QUICKIE!

I know, I know, I didn't post yesterday! I started one and then Michael took over the computer the entire time we were home yesterday til far after I was alseep.

May not get on tonight to post, if not, will have to do so tomorrow afternoon. Have a mailing to do for the school at another persons house tomorrow morning at 9:30am. Eli is off today, so we are out of the house all day today.

Have lots to tell-may try to work off line if possible tonight.

Thinking about you all, I swear!!!

{{{{HUGS}}}}

Debbie

Well so much for getting some rest! I slept all of 2 & 1/2 hrs, after tossing & turning for a couple of hrs, woke up 1 min before the alarm went off. I'm heading back to work, but had a few mins, so

I came back to check the board & sooooooo glad that I did. :yikes: I had over looked a Birthday Girl!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY JENN!!! :hb: :hat: :gift: :grouphug:

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FILLISE & JENN


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September sure is a busy birthday month. Most of my family has Sept birthdays, so it's one long blur of cake and presents. But no cake for me!

Fillise- Enjoy your new couch. Didi you get the chair to match? I'm sure you and miss Belle will enjoy many hours (after election season) snuggled up on it!

Deb- You sound busy busy busy as usual!

Bob- Hope you are feeling better. I've been taking an amino acid called glutamine for sore muscles which seems to have a nice side effect of preventing respiratory infections. Try a google search and see if it's something you'd like to try. It's not very expensive, just tastes a bit nasty at first.

Viv- I'm a sushi and sashimi addict, too. It's my "treat meal" every couple of weeks, but I really try to eat just the sashimi (with plenty of wasabi) since no one here makes it with brown rice.

Gotta run- mel

Thanks for the birthday wishes everyone--I'll do my best to make it a good day! I just wanted to report my scale gave me a nice present--down 1.5 from yesterday!


Susan
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Jenn--Hope you have a wonderful day! :hb: :gift: :hat:

Happy Tuesday. Isn't it great. We just skipped right over Monday.
Boy it's only Tuesday and we are on page 3 already.

Happy Birthday to Jenn and Fillise.:gift: :hb: And may that be the only cake you get today. Hope your day is as special as you both are.

DH had to be at work 1/2 hour before normal so I slept right through my walk this morning. We will get 3 miles in tonite though. It will just be hotter.


Jenn, Jenn, Welcome. This is a great place for support and friendship. SB is a great WOE. I have been doing SB for 11 months now and it has become a natural thing. I hardly think about it. Just plan ahead and always be prepared. Looking forward to getting to know you.

Toni, I must have missed the prok roast and applesauce recipe. Tell me more.

Gator, I messed up, UL plays Fla State on the 26th & then UK plays you guys on the 28th. Please be gentle.

Tranquil, You are looking HOT!. :hot: Keep up the good work.

BKM, We can worry ourselves sick over our kids, but it doesn't do any good. I'm sure your DS is so excited about being able to practice again. He'll me smart, and you will have to just sit back and pray and hope. Good luck.

Fillise, I cheered and rooted for your team, but I didn't do much good. :( Sorry. There's always next week. Don't these kids have to be in class today? Coaches don't think about that, all they think about is the money they get for these TV games.

Melf, you poor thing. Hope you are feeling better soon and can get some rest.

Deb, Come on, chat is tonite. You have to join us. Can't wait to hear about Michael's party.

Mel, You've got the right attitude about avoiding the cake. Keep it up.

Guess I better get to work now. Have a great day.

Jackie
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10-10-01

Wow, the weekend is actually over! I had a great weekend and stayed 100% LEGAL! :cb: The weekends seem to be my temptation but since I made my mind up last week I have been so determined and I am glad to see it stuck. We even went to a Labour Day get together yesterday with all kinds of illegal foods and I didn't touch a thing, nor was I tempted to.

My kids start school on Thursday, 2 of the 3, and I have everything all ready to go. I always loved getting new school supplies when I was a kid so it was fun doing that for my own children.

I still don't have the kids I babysit back with me and the first tuition cheque gets cashed this week. :yikes: I wonder what is going to happen here because that is what paid for my kids private school. I much prefer to just have my littlest at home alone with me but unless my Fairy Godmother (also known as my dear old dad) surprises me with tuition for the year I am going to be strapped. God always supplies our needs though so it will be interesting to see how He does it for us this time!

FILLISE & JENN- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

FILLISE- Get the matching chair, girl!

JENN- Hope you are recovering well from the gallbladder surgery. Let us know how you are doing.

FOOTBALL- I forget who mentioned that there must be people on this board that don't follow football...I am one of them! I have no idea who these teams are but am amazed at the enthusiasm of some of you. Seems to me, you Americans really love your football! Enjoy your football season and stay legal while you are watching the games...I bet that must be a challenge for some of you. I know I would be tempted.

BOB- Since I know your eye would have caught the word FOOTBALL above! I hope you are feeling better and that this nasty cold leaves fast.

JENNJENN-Welcome to the board! You are a tall girl so you must be small framed to want to be 135. I am 5' 8.5" myself but am aiming at 154. I recall that while in High School I was very thin when I was 145 lbs and I can't imagine being that skinny again, especially after having 3 kids! I am definitely medium to large framed...at least that is my story and I am sticking to it! :D

That is it for me, I have to get cleaning and folding laundry. Recovering after a long weekend of minimal housekeeping. I would like to have everything in order by this evening so we can get the kids into school with ease.

Hello eveybody! After a busy three days away from the house visiting with mom I'm home with a nasty cold...ugh. We cooked and ate some great food all weekend. I stayed mostly OP. I did eat two chocolate chocolate cookies one day...they were da bomb. :) Believe it or not even though they weren't OP they weren't as high in sugar as you would expect...but I still fretted the scales. Because I also only worked out 2 days last week. Which is unbelievable. The first time in 15 months I didn't walk at least 5 days. Any way...the scales were actually down this morning so I am sooooooooo happy I didn't balloon up.

I apologize for not posting to everyone again..but I will get back on track. I am just wiped this morning. Being sick and trying to get the kids motivated just doesn't go together.

Welcome to the new people....you will love this WOE. I hope I remember the name right..I think it was JoAnn...yes I lost my weight all on SB. I started walking the half mile to the mail box and back..making it a mile when I started SB. It was soooooooo hard...my legs would scream. I've also done some aerobics when I get bored or the weather is yucky. But mostly just the walking. Now I walk 3 miles a day. I would do more but I get bored with my same tiny area.

Love,
Crystle

235/155/140

It is grey and ugly here......depressing stay in bed weather!

Deb - Yeah, I wanna know about Michael's party too!!!!! Was he embarrassed by the nudey baby photos?????? :eek:

Gracious - Good for you staying OP over the weekend!!! I know what you mean about weekends being the most tempting times to go off plan....

JackK - Thanks, that is Fluffy and I and a new sweater....and my haircut short....

Birthday Girls - Happy Birthday Again.... :chockiss:

Mel - I am so glad to read that there are more of us who love sushi!!! yeah!!!!! I too don't have any place that makes it with Brown Rice :mad: What is wrong with this City??????

Melf - I hope you finally got some sleep!!!! :yawn: Also Get Better!!!!!

Fillise - CONGRATS on your new Sofa, always makes one feel good to get something new!!!! :cb:

BKM - the veggie thing sounds delicious!!! I want to try that now.... I agree Marcellus (mad that he put up Amy) and Roddy must go!!! Survivor is going to be so much fun this year - Thailand sounds so cooollll!!!!!

Jenn Jenn - Welcome!!!!

I have to get to work - before I get in trouble....

Sabrina

First off:

:hb: :hat: happy Birthday, Fillise and Jenn! :gift:

:genie: Make a wish! The genie has three each for you!


(If I could make a wish that would come true, I would wish for a new computer! Mine is screwed up again, so here I am on my husband's, and mine is just taking up space on my desk upstairs. I am rather frustrated, since I had work to do...I write scripts for Children's Church...and I was on a roll with my novel I am trying to write. And it all is at a screeching halt until I can get my lacsidaisical son over to fix the evil computer! :( )

My weekend was not good. I did something to my back and couldn't move. I spent a lot of time flat on my back with the electric mattress pad turned on high. My back is better today, but I am still stiff. I hope this doesn't happen again. I have never had back problems before, and I sure empathize with those who do! Just awful!

I guess if I want to keep up on here, I am going to have to read the college sports news. I am guessing from Gator's comment that UGA won...go dawgs! (I never was much of a fan...but I love em when they win! LOL )

I hope everyone has a great week! I hope to be back someday...so much depends on that Windows root file that keeps getting corrupted, and wanders off to hide.

Hope everyone is doing lovely this Tuesday morn :) I'm just happy cause it's my FRIDAY and I'm off work until Thursday nite!! :cb:

I've been OP all morning...lol. Yeah I know, it's only 10am... but geez the things you can stuff in your mouth in 3 hours!! Believe me, I know! Sooo, it's a tiny accomplishment. I stayed pretty much OP yesterday too, I did have a buritto in a regular tortilla... but that was the only thing I had that wasn't completely legal, and I did decent in the fluids department!

Today I have to go to Hobby Lobby or Michaels craft store and get a frame and mat for a cross-stitch piece . I'm such a procrastinator! I started the piece about 4 months ago, and put it down for a while, then I finished it in 2 days last month, and it's been sitting on my dresser ever since waiting to be matted and framed. It's probably the first time I've done any complete project that required framing. I usually do kits and ornaments and baby bibs 'n stuff that don't require anything after I do them :) I'm pretty happy with it!

I think I'm gonna go get my nails done today... it's been 2 weeks and they're looking a little 'needy'... like need a file, need a new coat of polish..need them cuticles pushed back! It's the only real indulgence I allow myself because I was a nail biter until December of last year, and I got some gel nails put on and have had them ever since... The fake tips have LONG since grown off and it's been MY REAL NAILS for many, many months. It's the first time in my 28 years I've actually had MY nails for a long time! So, I keep going back and letting them put the UV Gel coating on them so they stay strong and I don't break (read: BITE) them. I get them to give me a french manicure, and I'm set for 2 weeks. The GEL is much clearer than acrylic and you can't tell when it's growing out, so it looks fantastic between fills. It's just one little thing I do for myself that keeps me feeling like a girl :) LOL!! A little self esteem boost I guess.

OK, well I'm not getting my framing done sitting here... so I'll see you guys later :) Hope to make it to chat tonite, but not sure, it's Fire Department meeting night :dz:

BYEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!! :wave:

Hi all!!!:)

JennJenn- WELCOME!! This is a great place to be. I'm looking forward to getting to know you.

Jack-K I accept the water challenge. Actually I already drink that much so maybe I'll shoot for a little more.

Tranquil- Nice photo your haircut look good. You go Girl!!;)

Jenn and Fillise- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I hope ypu have a great day.

Gracious- You sure are on a roll keep up the good work. I'm sure Godis going to come through!!:)

CM4H-- I hope you feel better soon.

Monet 320- I hope your back gets better soon.

Well back to work for now. Have a great day everyone!!!:)

Good morning to all....

HAPPY BIRTHDAY :hb: :gift: :hat: to you Fellise and Jenn. You enjoy your day. God's blessings to you both.

Well I missed a day and we are already on page three. I am not going to be able to get to everyone though. I am getting ready for my trip to New Orleans this Thursday. I will be meeting with Melf and her DH for lunch Friday. I can't wait. Sef and Fruitloupe will not be able to join us :( Next time!!

Beth2374: I have had nails for almost 20 years and wouldn't have it any other way. I too bite my nails and it is the only way that I can have pretty hands. We all should do something special for ourselves.

Monet 320: Don't over do it with your back. I have back problems and when they go out you need to give them lots of rest.

Tranquil: What a find at the store. I always love it when I get alot for very little.

Toni48: I will send you my address on your email account. Look for it. I'd love to get your info on your campground.

Melf: Hope your feeling better. Don't push it for Friday. We can always make it the next time. Let me know.

JennJenn: Welcome!!! Where exactly in LA do you live. I live about 3hr from LA proper. We will have to get together some time. You will totally enjoy this WOE. Again, welcome aboard.

Well I better get to the house cleaning and packing. I'll try to be back later on.

Cyndi

Hello I'm debyj and new to this site. I'm doing a low-carb thing but i'm also looking at the low-glycemic thing and stumbled upon you guys!!! And OMG! Look at the Football fans here!! WOOHOOOO! I'm a big orange fan and my dh is an alabama fan. It can get quite ugly around our house this time of year!---I hope i can join your group. You guys look like a lot of fun!!----debyj:D

hello everyone just got back from getting my haircut.. Wow I feel better! And bet I look better.. The hair dresser is the one that got me started on SB. Its always fun to go to her with my new weight loss... Be glad when I can go in and say I've reached my goal... I'm trying a new crockpot recipe I read about over at sweet sense. Take a pork roast put in your crockpot. Put one package lipton dry onion soup on it and a can or jar of applesauce. Cook on low all day... The girls that have tried it really brag on it. So I've got one going and can't wait to have it tonight..

Happy Birthday- Fillise and Jenn hope you have a great day...

Zanne- Howdy lady...

Debilli- Busy busy lady....

meliris- Sounds like you're on the run to..

Fillise- Congrads on the weight loss...Now call and get the chair that matches your couch...

Jack-K- How much water are you going to get in today... Start drinking gal...

gracious- you're a real inspiration!!! Congrads on making it through the week-end OP.... Good luck on the tuiton for school..

CountryMom- Sorry you're under the weather. Hope you get to feeling better soon.. Congrads. on being down on the scale.. Can't believe tomorrow is WIW already...

Tranquil- Bet Roddy goes this week. And I can't wait till survivor either.. This ought to be good...

Monet- Miss your posts... And I wish you had a better computer too.......

Beth- Sometimes an hour at a time is what we need... So stay strong you can do it... I love nice nails. I wish there was somewhere in my little town to get the gel ones... I would go in an instant... I love the french manicure...

Mercy- Have a good day at work...

red1- Will send you info on the campgrounds. Have a great trip to New Orleans...

debyj- Good to meet you. I'm a convert from low carb. This is a great way to eat.. Since March I've lost 44 lbs. And learned how to eat right.... This is a great board with really nice ladies here..

Well guess I'm off and running... Time for some food!!!

213/169/130

Jenn Jenn- Welcome to the board.. This is a great place to come to. And SB is the BEST! You'll find great support here....

Melf- Hope you feel better

Tranquil- You're beautiful!!!

Howdy Ya'll!

I sure miss reading all the posts when I can't get to the board. I had a busy weekend with my Dad and Step mom in town for a visit. I am also now a "Professional Pet Sitter" and had my first clients to take care of this weekend. One of the dogs was a very strong and active 1 1/2 y/o German Shepherd. I really got my exercise by walking her 3 times a day, or I should say that she walked me. Heck, I could have tied her leash to the front of my blazer and she could have pulled me in it. She was one strong girl. I thought about you when I walked her, Quilter. Is your Maddie that strong also?

Very Happy Birthday wishes for Fillise and Jenn! :hb:

I feel quite honored to have my birthday in the same month with so many special women! Fillise, you should get that matching chair. You will need enough places for company to sit, especially when some of us SB'ers come to visit one day! Jenn, hope you are feeling well enough to celebrate! I'm would really like to have a crustless cheesecake for my birthday, instead of the usual cake. Hint, Hint Tranquil!:^:

debyj, welcome to this board. We always welcome newbies with open arms and hearts!

Tranquil, I'm glad you posted that great picture! All of the pictures you showed me last night were really good! Must be nice to be so photogenic! :)

Hope that tropical storm doesn't dump much rain our way. We've had too much of it already with the ground being saturated. My neighbors cat pulled a water moccasin out of my yard the other day, and I found a snake in an opened bag of potting soil when I was working in the yard. :yikes: Think I'd rather have the dry weather with no snakes in my yard to contend with.

Got to run for now. Will try to post later and get on chat tonight. Anyone else going to make it to chat?

Ta Ta for now,
Wendy

This day is almost over, Yeah:D

Got to go home and get my walk in. Going to have burritos for dinner, but I think I'm going to make me a taco salad instead. Got my lower body exercises done at lunch so that is over.:strong:

Fillise, we were poting at the same time. Congrats on the 1.5 loss. What a great present.

Gracious, WTG on staying 100% OP this weekend. I think weekends are the toughest. Determination plays a big part of this WOE. Deb's MM was so true. Keeping my fingers crossed your babysitting job come through soon. Are there any other children you could take in to watch?

Country, Sorry to hear you have a cold. Seems like everyone is passing it around here on the board. LOL. Don't fret about those cookies. You have done so good I don't think they would hurt you. Just as long as you stop at 2 cookies. Sometimes that triggers a landside.

Tranquil, I assume that even though it is stay in bed weather, you are working. Have a good one. Hope your day improves.

Monet, Sorry to hear you are down in your back. How awful. Get better soon. A novel? I', impressed. Is it a mystery? A sizzeling love story?

Beth, WTG on staying OP even if it is only 10 am. You can do it, 1 hr at a time. Thanks for the info on GEL nails. I always get acrylic and always wondered about gel. Might look into it next time - which will be Wed nite as mine are long overdo and you can tell where they have grown out. I used to love to cross stitch. Now with carpal tunnel and bi-focals, that is out.

Mercy, I'm impressed if you have alrady drank 64 oz of water this early. I'm on 24 oz now.

Red1, Have a nice trip to N.O. It is a fun place. Have fun meeting Melf. Take pics.

Debyj, Welcome to our humble board. It is so great. Lots of support and friendship and advice, whether you want it or not. LOL. SB is so easy to do, it's almot second nature. Looking forward to getting to know you. Good luck. There are a lot of us SEC girls here. I'm a Ky Wildcat myself, but my SIL 2B is a big TN fan. Welcome

Toni, Bet that haircut is cute. I've decided to let mine grow. I always say that and then get it vut off. Just finished 51 oz of H20. Starting on my next 16.9. Let me know about the pork roast. I might give it a try if you like it.

Serene, Be careful what you stick your hand into. :yikes: A snake, 2 snakes, oh my! I would have a heart attack. Sounds like your new "job" is going to keep you busy and getting you some exercise too. Hope you enjoy it.

Birthday girls: Stay away from the cake. :nono:
Got to run, Hope to make it to chat tonite if I remember it is Tuesday.

Good luck on WIW tomorrow. :goodvibes

Jackie
257/173/145
10-10-01

This weekend could've turned really ugly..luckily I didn't go nuts with the bad food! I'm still on track..but there's a McDonald's (the world's largest, to be exact) that just opened downstairs. I smell fries everytime I go into the building lobby. If any of you see the obnoxiously bright Mickey D's in Times Square on 42nd st. You'll know where I work. Talk about willpower!!!!!!

Anyway..my motivation is a wedding in 4 weeks. need to maintain and possibly lose a few. My mom is so sweet..she says she thinks I look great. It's really great that she supports me...even though she was thinner than I am when she was my age. She doesn't try to make me feel bad because she knows I simply don't have her figure. It's my dad's fault!! :lol:

Now if I can just get through the next week without absolutely losing it....sept. 11 is creeping up. I walked along the brooklyn promenade this weekend. It's so hard to look at Manhattan when there are no twin towers. I still think of our friend Jason everyday. I still remember watching him play soccer with my brother when I was a little girl. He'll never be married, have kids, grow old. His family and everyone who suffered a loss, are in my thoughts every single day. Stay safe everyone!!

Here's two wayward threads that got posted on last weeks board:

Toni48
Senior Member

Registered: May 2000
Location: Eminence,Mo. USA
Posts: 491

hello everyone just got back from getting my haircut.. Wow I feel better! And bet I look better.. The hair dresser is the one that got me started on SB. Its always fun to go to her with my new weight loss... Be glad when I can go in and say I've reached my goal... I'm trying a new crockpot recipe I read about over at sweet sense. Take a pork roast put in your crockpot. Put one package lipton dry onion soup on it and a can or jar of applesauce. Cook on low all day... The girls that have tried it really brag on it. So I've got one going and can't wait to have it tonight..

I feel like I'm on the wrong page this afternoon.. HUH?



LKF
Junior Member

Registered: Aug 2002
Location: Springville, AL
Posts: 6

I haven't had a lot of success plugging into this wonderful support group but it sure has not had anything to do with any of you! You have all been so supportive and encouraging and I thank each one of you for your warm welcome and kind thoughts. My trouble is that I can't keep up with all the great folks on this site so please forgive me for this very general post as I thank you all for your encouragement.

Do any of y'all mind if I sorta plug in now and then with a word or two but not as faithfully as so many of you? Will you allow me to remain a part of the gang that way? I so appreciate all the things you post and am learning tons from it so I hope you will let me stay under those conditions.

My Sis has volunteered to make me some "legal" breads. She's been thin all our lives while I have been grossly overweight. You can't imagine how thrilled she is that I have joined SB! It's the way she has been eating forever! And it's her natural inclination!!! Ugh! But she's been right all through the years! She has always had plenty of energy and very little appetite...THE WAY I FEEL NOW SINCE JOINING SB! I had no idea all the sugar I ate in one form or another was working against my health so extremely! I'd go through up's and down's and emotional rollercoasters and join and abandon one eating plan after another. But now, I feel like a new person with energy and no mood swings...I LOVE IT!

Again, thanks to each of you for your encouragement. This thing's for life and I have made a bunch of new friends right here that I hope I can keep for a long time to come!

SIGRID OLSON SWEATERS FOR THAT CHEAP?????? OH....MY...GAWD!!!!! SABRINA YOU SHOULD HAVE CALLED.....THAT WAS WORTH THE DRIVE UP!!!

Oh....sorry gals.....EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!! Got carried away with that good price on that sweater!
I'm afraid that we would be dangerous together SABRINA...BUT..I know a really good place to shop....;)

JACKIE...I couldn't believe what I was seeing...You're right, UK did really good in the 4th quarter. There used to be a joke going around the SEC that if you signed with UK , you had be aware that it was a
must to lose the game in the 4th quarter...We'll see what they do in the SWAMP!!!!

SUSAN...HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!!! :hb: :gift: :hat: Sorry the results of your game weren't good...I tried, but just couldn't pull it out of the hat for you! GET THE CHAIR!!!!!

JENN....HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! ..Hope you're feeling well enough to celebrate!!! :gift: :hat: :hb:

BOB was in bad shape this morning. Couldn't breathe....stood in the shower in the steam, but it didn't help...I am able to breath now but it has taken all day..I'm fixing to climb up in the bed and lie back on those big ole pillows!

TONI...snap a picture and let us see that new do!

JACKIE, BETH, TONI, RED1.....BOB got gel nails once.....back when I was living in LEXINGTON...I got some gel nails...this was wayyyyyyyyy back when we could still smoke at out desk at the hospital.....well to make a long story short.....I set my thumb nail on fire :eek: Gotta be careful with the gel...it's highly flamable!

BETH...Did that cutie pie of a husband watch the game on Saturday? WHat did he think?

GRACIOUS...you got it GIRLFRIEND!!! I was right up on the TV screen the whole weekend...I LOVE IT!!!!

Ladies...got to go...I'm starting to cough...must get proped up!

Later
BOB

Hi guys
Just a quick check in. Another good SB day today - did the gym and then took and hour power walk with a friend - we have vowed to do this regularly - gives us time to talk and exercise! I have to say I was wiped out by the walk!!

I am addicted to smoothies now. I make them at home and they are so easy - you have to have one of those hand mixers, tho - I have one where you screw off the mixer part and just toss in the d/w - it's easier to have no excuses when things are made easy for you. Here's the recipe:

1 c frozen blueberries
1 c frozen strawbs
1/2 container FF plain yogurt
1/2 c OJ and 1/4 c water
2 TB protein powder
1/2 packet of nutrasweet (optional)

Throw fruit together in mic safe bowl and put on defrost to soften just a bit. Toss into a good mixing bowl with other ingredients. Blend till mixed (takes just a few secs with the hand mixer).

Enjoy - gives you a shot of protein, calcium, fiber and sweets all in one! YUMMMMMM!!!

Anyway, tomorrow I have a walk through at a meeting site - I'm hoping for a nice, hotel sponsored lunch. Oops, I did goof a little today - DS made biscuits for cooking class - they were tiny and flat and I had three - they were yummy. Those were actually my only carbs of the day after the Special K for breakfast.

Quivandra - Hey! I'm an NYC-er too! Born in Forest Hills, Manhattan for 7 years before moving to the burbs. Watching the WTC go down was just as personal for me as for any NY-er. We love coming to the city for the shows and the PEOPLE watching!!

Jackie - I so totally love the triscuit inthe mexican restaurant suggestion! I love fajitas but the chips and salsa always tempt me! Thank you!

Jenn - welcome. You will love this board!

Toni - a multi-dinner cooker just like me. Tonite the "men" had pasta and I had an eggplant and tomato thingy. Didn't really bother me, but I am jsut so used to cooking different meals.

Susan - you know you can make your search permanent on Ebay and then you will get an email everytime something matching your terms is listed. Just look on your search results page - at the bottom. I just sent a helmet to Italy - ah, I love Italian men....anyway....

Mel - we have to address this brown rice sushi issue, huh? Who do I write to? How are the kids doing??

Well, off to stop a fight between DS's. Oy.

Good luck tomorrow!
viv

A quick hello to everyone. First day of school for my girls, they seem thrilled! Hope this continues throughout their education!

Quilter: You posted about the looming threat of temptation...think of two other things that you could really sink your teeth into that are 100% sb and have it. If I may share... I realized today that I met BOB right before she quit smoking, that was some time ago! I was 100% until last Christmas although I could maintain, I never lost the regained 5 - 7lbs and then when my self pity truly kicked in after this injury I added more finally topping out at 170lbs...(10 lbs less than my original starting wt!) 1 week back on plan and I've already easily started feeling better, less grouchy, and am looking forward to tomorrow's weigh in. I can't say that I've looked forward to stepping on that scale in a long time. Anyway enough about me...Speaking from this experience - I said to **** with it and on came the weight and there went all the self esteem I had found. It's like building a tower of blocks and then knocking them all down. Don't beat yourself up for being tempted, your only human. Pat yourself on the back for avoiding the temptation!

JennJenn: Although our stats are very similar, I do not have the same build, I'm medium build. My sis is small built and same ht - she maintains 135 ish - lucky girl! Welcome, this a wonderful place for support.

Deb: Do you know how I can change my name from ldblond to LDblond, that way the lowercase L wouldn't look like an I?

Melf: Hope you feel better soon.

Susan and Jenn - I submitted to quickly....HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

HiedieHo All!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JENN AND FILLISE!!!!!!!!!

Nothing out of the way. My DIL was home and we chatted most of the morning. Then I went to PW Bible Study. Fixed salmon for supper.

We have been having a problem with our drier not drying. Called repair today. The vent is clogged and he charged $50 to tell us he couldn't fix it! Pulled some lint out of bottom and then out of outside vent hole. Even tried the leaf blower! The thing is, the vent hads a couple of right angles and goes between the floors. He suggested a chimneysweep. She called ours aand he said he couldn't do the sharp angles as chimney don't have them and suggested a plumber. The repairman also suggested getting a kit that lets you vent right at the machine. Have any of you had such a problem?

DEB: Thanx, my NH group will love the joke! Hey! This week the poll let me vote!

FILLISE: Get the chair!

JENN: Have been thinking of you! Hope you are recovering nicely.

TONI: I love pork roast will have to try it! Nothing like a new "do" for a girl's morale!

LKF: You can come whenever you feel like it. We don't criticize someone for their participation here or lack of it. Some of us. like me, habve way too much time on our hands and can check in more often. I will say though, that it was ,lonely here over the weekend!

JRED: I don't think the joke appeared multiple times!

JENNJENN: Welcome.

BOB: Get better! Glad your cheerleading mode works in spite of your discomfort!

MELF: Hope you're feeling better too.

QUILT: Ditto.

GRACIOUS: Glad there are some others that can live and breathe without football! I'm the lone man out in my house! But they will always ask if I know there is ice skating on, which is thoughtful.

MONET: As a sufferer I can sympathize with your back pain. Hope it is only a temporary thing! Alternating ice/heat sometimes helps.

BETH: I finally finished my black swan. He's beautiful! I will frame him when I return from trip. I have frames on hand, I get them at flea markaet/garage sales. I don't always mat, depends on the subject and/or the type of frame. Hobby Lobby just had a half price sale here on open back frames, I needed an odd size for a project I did for HFH so took advantage of it. I have a pole of birdhouses with birds, as my next project. Have it all reasy to take on trip. I know a couple of peole I am visiting are early to bedders, so I can stitch. I wish we had an A.C. Moore around here, they are better than Hobby and Micheals put together!

DEBYJ: Welcome!

Is it me or what. I look at my watch and it's only 8p and I think it should be later. Of course, it is getting dark earlier. For some reason I have been waking up earlier and that makes the day longer too. Oh well, I'm rambling.

If I missed someone I am sorry!

Shirley

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jenn and Fillise!!!! I hope you had a wonderful day!

MUSIC: Let's me and you have wonderful birthdays tomorrow -ok? Have a great day!!

Missy

Hey All:wave:

OMG, am I far behind! It's going to take me forever to catch up with all the posts. You gals have been mighty busy pecking away at those keys. You do me proud:D

I just wasn't able to get on the board. Michael was doing homework most of the weekend all the way up til last night. It was biology and it paid off, he got his first 2 A's for this year. His class is so hard there's only 7 kids in the entire class. He brought home 3 biologry books that seem to weigh a ton. As usual, you all know that as much as I love to get on the board, homework is definitely a priority.

Michael's party was a total success. I wish you could of all been there. He didn't have a clue. When we got to the house he knocked on the door and they opened up and yelled surprise. Everyone was in front of the band (it's actually just a husband and wife duet who play) and he was in total shock, and then they started to play and then the kids all moved aside to show him they were actually there playing (he said he thought it was a CD playing). It was such a shock for him to have everyone yell surprise, but when he saw this couple actually there playing he was almost about to die. I was behind him, but I was able to see part of his reaction and he just couldn't believe it! I saw the hands flalling. My only thoughts were that he looked like he'd just won the Miss America Pagent!:lol: He had his own private concert with one of his favorite bands. I have to admit, this couple was wonderful. Very soulful, and boy, the guy is good looking! They came down from Broward, which I know makes no sense to those of you who haven't visited me, but they had a good hours drive to come and play for him. He also saw the picture collage and almost died. The family who threw the party actually covered up his vital organs. They said I said paybacks were a B:censored:TCH but they weren't trying to get him back. The one nudie that was in the forefront on the matting, they found a fig leaf sticker and stuck it on his vitals. Mom was a meanie and pulled it off sometime during the evening:s: They served dinner to all his friends (which I must say, all were girls, the few guy friends he had all had other commitments. Needless to say, Michael and his women, he was in heaven!). I got him a cake from Publix with a guitar decorated on it. He loved it. The Mom made chocolate guitar lollipops, pretty darn big ones. This family just adores Michael and they really went all out for him, they really lavished my child and he loved it. I took in the pictures today and hope to have them back in about 2 days. I got them loaded on line so I can share them with you all. If anyone is interested in seeing/hearing the band (I keep calling them that, but I don't think that's really a band), you can check them out at http://www.theprovidence.net. All in all, it was a wonderful night. The family got it on video and I've asked Michael to set it up so I can see it, esp. his face. Oh, and they also had Michael get up and play the guys guitar and sing. I thought he'd be acting too shy, but NOOOO, not my kid-he loved it. The guy, Jeff, he was beaming when Michael started to play one of their songs, which, given the fact Michael learned it just from listening to their CD, I think he was quite impressed that Michael learned it by ear. Okay, enough of the kids party talk!

ELI was off today so up to you-know-where. We went to see Robin Williams new movie, ONE HOUR PHOTO. Slow going, but an interesting role he played. Not one I'd tell people to run see, but not a bad movie either. I'd of much rather gone to see GREEK WEDDING again. Oh, while ELI munched on popcorn, I munched on blueberries:)

I was able to get in my walk this morning and suprisingly did a decent time of 49:45. Given that I didn't sleep well last night, or the last few nights I should say, and that I still am not feeling great from this cold that hasn't decided if it's going to come or go, I was in awe that I even got out there today. Wasn't able to do so yesterday, my body wasn't going anywhere and I couldn't get my butt out of bed in a timely matter.

Yesterday after I got up I had to rush and go get Michael, he ended up sleeping over at Vicki's house, then had to rush home to let him get ready to go to his guitar lesson, then back home, then my sister picked up my Nephew who slept over, and I decided to keep my Niece Sterling until we went over to her house at 3pm, for dinner. Got home early so Michael could continue doing his homework.

I am sooo bloated it's not funny. So bloated that my stretchy pants are tight on me:fr: Not good! TOM is ending today, so hopefully I'll see the scale go down soon. Usually I go up and down the 2 weeks or so after it ends-then a nose dive mid-cycle. Needless to say, I am NOT stepping on the scale tomorrow. I measured my waist this morning and I've put on an inch!

Did anyone notice our new WELCOME at the top of the first opening post? One of the gals from the LOOZING FLOOZIES board, Sherry was so nice to make not just one, but 4 SB WELCOME BANNERS. I'll share the others with you when I get in a decent post. I love them!!!!

Okay, I think I've bored you all enough with my daily crap. I don't have time (or energy) to do any individual posts right now. I hope that I can get caught up tomorrow. Keep your fingers crossed!

Remember, TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!! Good luck to you all! I'm not going near the scale!

To the couple NEWBIES we have, WELCOME I promise to give you a full SB WELCOME tomorrow!!

{{{HUGS}}}

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

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FRUIT & MUSIC!!!! HOPE YOU BOTH HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY!! :hb: :hat: :cp: :gift: :grouphug:

:cb: :cb: :cb:
Groove with me and my bananas girls, I lost 3 pounds this week! That is 6 pounds since my new determination hit me...I am sooo pleased. That is without exercise this week too.

QUILTER- Without your exercise challenge combined with the long weekend, I missed exercising so far this week. Funny how the challenge makes such a difference for me, but that added motivation seems to be what I need! The water challenge is not a challenge to me though because I always drink a minimum of 64 oz a day and usually128 oz! Yesterday I drank 96 oz though and had a few diet pepsi twists. :eek: I think for those that struggle with their water intake though that it is a great idea!

This is a sad morning for me, other than weigh-in. Today we brought our new little puppy Pixie in to get spayed and have an umbilical hernia fixed...that is fine....but we also will be bringing our Husky, Sylva, in at noon to be put to sleep. I had told the board before how she has that tumour the size of a golfball behind her left eye. Well, it has been growing and it is clearly time for her to be put down. I made her fried duck eggs for breakfast this morning and showered her with doggie treats. I hate to see her go because she is the most lovely dog in looks and personality but it must be done. :stress:

DEBELLI- How wonderful that the party was such a success. I can just hear that mother's pride and think it is marvelous. Michael does so well academically and plays the guitar to boot!

JACK-K- The board plays a big role in me staying OP. Knowing I have to come here and fess up...keeps a gal OP! I put an ad in our little local yocal newsletter for our community and had a lady call yesterday but I don't have a car to pick up her child from the pre-school. I thought that if I was able to afford a second car I wouldn't have to be taking in kids to babysit! You are doing so great with your exercising, I better get motivated again!

SERENE- I used to Pet Sit when I was working as an Animal Health Technician years ago. Funny thing is, now that I am babysitting kids (when I can get them) I made more money petsitting than I do babysitting!!! It is a great way for you to get your walking in.....maybe you can strap rollerskates on for a break and just be pulled along by that German Shepherd!

LKF-How fantastic to have the support and experience of your sister to help you on this WOE. Popping in whenever you can is definitely being part of this board!

DEBYJ- WELCOME to the BOARD! I was doing low carb (Atkins) then switched over to SugarBusters. I think SB is a healthier and easier way to live and eat. Sometimes I really cut back on the carbs still when I am trying to give myself a boost but I know I could live on SB forever but not strictly lowcarb. There are people out there who can, but we have to pick what works for us. I hope you find SB the thing you need to improve your health and I am assuming, to lose weight.

FRUIT & MUSIC- HAPPY BIRTHDAY GIRLS!

Hope everyone has a great WIW!!

Happy WIW everyone! Hope the scale is good to everyone today!

First things first:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO FRUIT AND MUSIC TEACH! Hope it is a special day :gift: :hat:

The scale was down 1 Lb. today. Finally hit the 85 lb total.:dance: :cb: Seems like I am going slower, 1 lb a week. Oh well better that a gain.

Got up at 5:15 and got my walk in and then did my bicep & tricep workout. Will probably walk again to nite with DH.

To catch up now.

Quiv, Fight that urge everyday. FF are the worst possible thing for you. You can do it. Just keep in mind you goal. My heart goes out to you and all NY as 9-11 approaches. I can not begn to imagine the grief and fear everyone suffers daily especially thos who have lost some one that horrible day. {{HUGS}}

LKF, we are here for support. You don't have to post to everyone individually. Pop in let us know how you are doing. We are here to help each other.

Bob, Hope you are feeling better today.

Viv, You are doing great with yur exercise. It is fun walking with a friend. Times goes so much faster. Keep up the good work. I like smoothies but never think about them. Thansk for the reminder.

LDBlond, Good for you for jumping back on track. The longer you wait the harder it is and then there is more weight to take off. It is not fun taking off the same pounds you took off before. Hang in there, you are doing great.

Sef, I have had the same problem with my dryer, but once I clean out the vent and hose, it usually works. How about one of those plumber's snakes?

Deb, Yes I noticed the new banner. Loved it. Very snazzy. 1" I can't believe you have added an 1".. It has to be all bloat. Michael's party sounds like a success. I'm sure he loved every minute with his harem. I'm sur ehe appreciated all those people did for him and you. Glad you pulled it off. He probably didn't mind the nudie pics since there wasn't many guys there. Girls probably thought it was cute.

Gracious, Girl you are movin and groovin in the right direction. :cb: Congrats on the 3 lbs. Keep up the good work. that is so sad about putting your puppy down. It never easy no matter how sick they are, {{HUGS}}}

Serene, Tranquil, Mercy, BKM & Fruit: Enjoyed chat with you last nite. You are a bunch of crazy girls.:yikes:

Catch you all later. have a great day and keep on drinking that water.

Jackie
257/172;) /145
10-10-01

Good Wednesday Morning Everyone:wave:

Just got in from doing my 4.5 miles. Didn't do it in as good of a time as yesterday, took me 51:55, but just happy I got out there since I'm not feeling any better today and once again, didn't sleep so well.

As I sit here trying to cool down I thought I'd try to get in at least a few replies before I have to get in the shower...

BOB, hope you are feeling better today, you sounded about as good as me last night. Sorry I passed my germs to you via the phone line.

FILLISE, I hope you enjoyed your bday! Did you get your couch (I may not have gotten to read this if you had). Did you order the chair. Someone said you'd be sorry later if you don't, I agree. Get it while it's available if you can use it and have the space. Glad to see the scale is behaving nicely for you and it's following directions. That's a great loss you have for this week! CONGRATS! How's the journaling going with the food scale?

QUILTER, I told you you'd love GREEK WEDDING! It's too much! It was second at the box office this past weekend, even after all this time. I want to go see it again. No pennance on thinking, only on acting out eating that crappy stuff should you do so, but I know you won't;)
How about sticking your fav. MM thoughts to the fridge and your desk?

VIV, got your e-mail and request for matza balls, will e-mail soon, be patient with me:^:

JON, on the agave, it seems it's coming back on the market after a short period of not being available readily. Agave is a low glycemic sweetener that I use in baking SB LEGAL treats, esp. my all too delicious cheesecake. It's not as strong of a taste as honey is, not as thick either, but nice golden in color and to me, it tastes like a light corn syrup. You can use it measure for measure in place of honey in recipes. Many like to use it to sweeten drinks, I use Stevia instead, but for making desserts, it can't be beat. There's only one company importing it now, and the demand outweighs the availability, so the price has now almost doubled. You can ask your local HFS to see if they can get it, but be prepared to pay anywhere from $4.50-$5.00 for an 8oz bottle. Personally, I have a nice stash tucked away in my closet and with the rate that I've been using it, it should last me years!
Did you see that GATOR gave your the recipe for the cheesecake?

Okay, time for me to get in the shower. Will try to continue to catch up somehow later today at some point.

{{{HUGS}}}

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

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FRUIT AND MUSIC

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First things first--

Happy Birthday Music and Fruit!!!!:joker: :hb: :gift: :grouphug: :hat: I wish a joyous day for both of you!

I had a good day yesterday and NO CAKE! Some friends threw me a dinner party last night and it was so much fun. 9 women giggling and having a ball!

ok ok i'm getting the chair!

will try to check in later for a longer chat--and weigh-in. belle in snuggling again and i'm typing with one hand.

susan

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FRUIT AND MUSIC!

okay I had written this really long post for it to go to never never land!

So I have to try it again - but not the same....

First of all:

Fillise - What a terrific way to spend your birthday!!!! Glad you are going to get the chair - a new sofa is a great way to make you feel good, but to add the chair - wow, you will be styling at home! :)

Debbie - Wow, I can just picture Michael doing the Miss America thing - that is just sooooo kewl all they did for him - I was just bragging about him the other day to my ex when we were talking about getting Zach some guitar lessons for his birthday in November. :D

Jack - K - CONGRATS on the POUND!!!! YEAH!!!!!!

I hit the wrong button AHHHH!!!!

Jack - K - it is always fun to see you on chat!

Gracious - :cb: That is so great!!!! You are doing so great!!!! Fantastic!!!!!!!! Whoa Nellie you are going to turn into a wisp of air!!!!

Fruit - I wish I had gotten on to chat sooner so I could have been around when you were - at least I got to say HELLOOOOOO!!!!!

Sef - There has to be away to clean the vent - so I was thinking there are the companies that clean a/c vents - environmental air cleaner people - and they can clean air vents for a/c's which all have right angles!!! Maybe?

Viv - I am a transplant - lived in an apartment on 63rd near the park when I was a bit of fluff, early 70s, then moved on over to NJ - Bergen County, Palisades Cliffs (always see my old home in movies when they flash over the GW bridge)- grew up with the skyline from my bedroom (left in '86 when I flew the coop - coop is still there)- I just cannot see that we will ever be numb from the feeling of seeing the change in that skyline.... I had eggplant and tomato dish too!!!! Yummy!!!!

BOB - I wish you had been with me on the shopping of my lifetime spree - It was me and my Grandmother, who looked like my hand maiden carrying all the piles and piles of clothes that were just too cheap to NOT try on! hahahaha..... She could have used some help :devil:

Toni - The one way to lift spirits is to get haircut and it sounds fantastic to me to have a hair cut and someone to ooooh and ahhhh over the weight loss success you have!!! You deserve it!!!

I know I am missing people - sorry - work is hopping - and the boss is not dealing well with stress today and I am the only one he seems to be able to lean on - but that is ok - he owed me $5 yesterday and paid me $22 instead - I like that kind of change !!!

Take care, Sabrina
272/240.5/157 - Oh Yeah did I forget to mention I have lost more weight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:hb: :hat: HAPPY BIRTHDAY FRUIT AND MUSIC!!! :hat: :hb:

This little guy is doing the special abominable snowman birthday hop just for you two!

:dance:

Isn't he wonderful? :cp: He deserves a round of applause! And so do you two for passing on the cake! :cp: :tape: :wizard: ( I hope my wizard friends spell helps you resist! )


Its WIW..and I am so happy to report that I took Deb's advice, reset the dang scale and started over. I am down three pounds since last week.

Still no computer. Oh well.

Today is my 26th wedding anniversary. I am still head over heels.... :love: I would marry him again in a heart beat. Am I blessed or what?

Hope everyone has a great WIW...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FRUIT & MUSIC!!!!

Deb: It's wonderful to hear that Michael's party was such a success!

Gracious: I'm sorry to hear that you have to put down your dog.

Jack-K: Thanks

Monet: Happy Anniversary

Hello to everyone else, I'll check in later today. By the way....WIW = -3.5lbs!!!!! YIPPEE!

Happy Birthday all you wonderful September gals.

I got on chat at 9:17 and waited around a bit, but no one showed up. :(

Am really busy today with lots of projects. My grandfather clock is being cleaned right now, and I am doing some sewing. I have some altering to do, and then I want to make a suit for myself. Also have to go to the store for yummies for tailgating this coming weekend. Probably will do Deb's cheesecake again. It can't be beat.

Debbie--Do you every hear from SolShine? Is she still gonna walk in the marathon? She has just vanished. I thought of her when I read about the Miss. State game this past weekend.

Monet: How is your back doing? Are you feeling any better? Congrats on the weight loss, and Happy Anniversary - yes, you are one lucky gal!!!!

Gator - I was the opposite of you with the chat - I got on when everyone decided to get off! Sorry I missed you!!!

Gracious - Sorry to hear about the pupper news.... {{HUGS}}

Got to run again!

Sabrina

HAPPY BIRTHDAY :hb: :hat: :gift: TO YOU BOTH.... FRUIT AND MUSIC. May you both have the best day ever.

Since I will be in New Orleans on the 8th and 9th I want to wish a
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISH :hat: :gift: to Meliris, Melf and Jred. A great day to you all.

Sorry I missed chat. I just can't get into the groove. It always sounds like you gals have a great time. Maybe next time.

Not much happening here except the state is going to go up in flames. Another fire started yesterday and has damaged several homes and is threating more. We need rain bad... real bad. It is the dryess year we have had in along time. Pray for rain for us.

ldblond: Great on your losses this week. Keep it up.

Monet 320: You go girl. 3lbs. What a way to celebrate your anniversary. 26 years. WOW!!:dance:

Tranquil: Wanted to say great picture. Keep up the great work.

Deb: Wow... what a party. It is alway nice when a surprise party is a surprise. I am definately going to have my camera with me. I am so excited to get to meet Melf. I read about the different one that get to meet others and wish it could be me. It is my turn.

Melf: How ya doing?? Hope you are feeling better. See you Friday.

Jack-K: 85 pounds... what an inspiration to those who have alot to loose. It can be done and healthy too. You keep going one pound at a time. You will get to that gaol.

Gracious: Sorry to hear about your dog. But glad to hear that you have lost.

Talk to you all later....
Cyndi

165/156/140

First, thanks for all the birthday wishes.:D And HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO FRUIT. :hat:

Didn't have good news for WIW. I'm up about 3 pounds, but I really think a lot of it is fluid. I'm really swelled today so maybe I can chug enough water to get rid of some of it.

I'm getting a really cool BD present today. Dennis' niece is at the hospital giving birth as we speak.:dance: This is number two for her. She has a little girl who will be two in Dec and this one is a boy.:bb:

DEB: Sounds like Michael's party was a blast. Glad he enjoyed it.

MONET: Thanks for the snowman dance and the spell to ward off the evil birthday cake. So far, so good. There's a big ole chocolate cake sitting in the workroom.:fr: Happy anniversary to you. How's your back?

TONI: How did the new do turn out?

JACKIE: WTG on the 1 lb loss. Don't be discouraged. At least it's not up like me.

GRACIOUS: 3 lbs down! Way to go. Sorry to hear about your baby. That's a tough decision to make.

OK. Time for lunch. Hope y'all have a great day.

Holy cow! This board has gone nuts! Five pages of posts??? :yikes:

Ahem, first off, Happy Belated Birthday to Fillise! :hat:

Second, Happy Birthday to Fruit and Music. :gift:

There’s no way I can catch up on all the posts, but I do want to say a heartfelt “Thanks” to all of you for the thoughts and wishes this past week.

My surgery went fine – they ended up keeping me overnight, but everything’s okay. I’m still sore, and I don’t know when I’ll be allowed to lift stuff, but it’s great not having to worry about eating something that will set me off!

We closed on the house, so I am now a homeowner! Of course, I walked out of closing to a message from my apartment landlady, asking if I was all moved out and if the apartment was clean, as she had a tenant ready to move in on September 1st. :fr: I had till September 30th, for crying out loud! :faint:

So I called her back, reminded her I’d just had surgery, etc. and we were able to reach an agreement… I could still use the garage to keep things in until I could get totally moved out.

Needless to say, Dan and my family were NOT happy with me. :nono: We had to find a moving truck on short notice on Labor Day Weekend, and I had 24 hours to move and have the apartment clean for the new tenant. :censored:

We did manage to get it all accomplished, and even got my stuff out of the garage, since the only truck Dan could find was a 24’ monster. But we DID find one!

So I am back at work today, living in the new house. Celebrated my birthday at Famous Dave's BBQ, where I haven't been able to eat for months because it would give me an attack. So I got my beloved ribs. :cloud9:

Sorry this is so short, but I’ve got far too much to catch up on.

Thanks again. I’ve missed all of you!

:grouphug:,

Jenn

JENN-Welcome back! Good to hear the surgery went well and that you are recovering without much trouble. Congratulations that the house is officially yours and that the quick move went well. When do you get your puppy now that you are in the house?

LDBLOND, TRANQUIL, RED1, MUSIC & JACK-K- Thanks girls...poor Sylva is gone now. We buried her way in the back 40 of our property under a huge apple tree. I am just glad she didn't have to suffer.

MUSIC- Don't let those water pounds get you down. Especially don't let them tempt you into eating any cake today! Keep going strong and things will turn around.

JACK-K-Slow and steady wins the race! One pound a week is awesome when it is consistant.

LDBLOND-That is a great start! See what happens when you follow SB? That wagon is treating you really well!

TRANQUIL-Congrats on your loss!

I am having to run into the city to get my son school shoes. The ones I bought him are too narrow! :eek: School starts tomorrow so it has to be done. He has what I call *duck feet* like me and his Grandad. Wide feet that *have* to have shoes tried on, you can't just get a size because it might be too narrow. So we are picking up the puppy from her surgery, getting his hair cut and getting the shoes with some other errands tossed into the mix. And here I thought I was all ready for school!

Hey FRUIT....did you get COZMO this weekend? How is he doing in his new home?

Good afternoon everyone... Getting a late start here today but will get it all done no matter what... Haven't even walked on the treadmill yet and just got done with breakfast.. LOL wow I am behind...Did get my 64 oz. of water in yesterday and started on today's.. I stayed the same this week but after having a big lost last week thats okay....Hopefully next week will be good...

Happy Birthday Fruit and Music Teach......

Jack-K- Congrads on the 1lb. of butter you lost!!! You're doing so good and exerciseing great!!!!

Debilli-Sorry you're under the weather... You sure did do well on your walk/jog after not sleeping.

Fillise- Yea for the chair!!!! You'll be so glad you went ahead and got it...Your birthday sounds so good.... Glad you had a nice time..

Tranquil- Oh thats what happened to my post yesterday.. I ended up having to rewrite it three times... Tranquil congrads on your weight loss.. You're doing so well!!!!

Monet- doing the happy dance for you... Wow three lbs. be still my heart.... Happy anniversary and its so wonderful to hear someone talk of there mate that way.....

Idblond- Oh my gosh 3.5 lbs.. Celebration girl!!! I was going to ask how you're liking SB and I guess theres no need to... Keep up the good work...

Gatorgal- Oh I love a grandfather clock.... I've got clocks that chime but none like a good grandfather... How bout thin ham spread with cream cheese rolled up and chilled and then cut into bite size pinwheels.. OOO good..

Red1-Oh boy it sounds like your state needs some good rain to... Have a ball in New Orleans...

music teach-I'll bet you lose that next week. I did the same and then lost it the next week and a little more.. How did the birth go? My hair came out good. Thanks for asking.. I sure feel lots better..

Jenn in MN- So glad the surgery went fine.. And wow you're in your new home... I can't belive it all happened so fast.... Congradulations home owner.. I hope you're not over doing it.. Glad you're able to eat some different things now. I know I was so relieved to not feel sick after mine was done...

gracious- Oh dear I'm so sorry to hear about your dog.. Its so hard to lose one cause they become a member of your family.. Hope you get all the errands done and have a good day...

Guess I'll go now and walk on the treadmill and then get my shower.. While I do a load of laundry.. DH is about to go apply for a job in the next town.. It wouldn't be the greatest but we'd be happy....

213/169/130

Oh that was what I forgot from my post that was never posted!!

Red1 - Give Melf and her DH a great big hello and hug from me!!! You are going to have such a wonderful time in New Orleans!!! Enjoy!!!! and BE GOOD!!!

Sabrina :)

Just popping in quickly.

Happy Birthday MUSIC and FRUIT!!!:hb: :gift: :hat: I wish you both the very best today!

WELCOME to all the new people! I noticed a couple of threads in the SB pages. If you want answers, try coming to the weekly support board. Hit the "reply" button NOT the "new thread" button to get your post on the thread. Most people just come directly to the weekly support board and don't always see the other posts. This is a great bunch and will help you any way they can.


Well WIW was not good for me. Back up to 170!!! Guess I'm "stuck". I even did well at 2 b-day parties we were at over the weekend. Im eating well and drinking lots of water. I did have a treat of chinese food yesterday, so maybe the MSG has got me retaining. I'll just have to keep plugging along!

Hope everyone is having a good day.

Hey All:wave:

Trying to catch up a bit more on my posts, so here goes...

MEL, I love when I can find some good MM stuff. Hmmm, really ugly? Couldn't be any uglier than what I experienced last month. Just had a thought, I wonder if any of us would eat so off plan if we had to do it in front of a mirror. Interesting thought to ponder! I hate looking in the mirror as it is, I can't imagine that I could eat candy, ice cream, etc while looking at myself, and knowing that I shouldn't!

TRANQUIL, what's the skinny on your weather up there? It's going to pour here sometime soon, wondering if it's filtering down from up north. I can see from your post that Mallitis hit you big time! Glad you were able to find some bargains, though I must confess, I don't have a clue what a Sigrid Olson sweater is, nor why it costs so much (but not in your case). Don't worry about that bloat my dear, I'm right there with you-my pants are so tight they're going to leave a permanent indentation:fr: Good going at the track!!! Cool beans about the agave - any idea what they are going to charge for it? Next time you come down to visit, it's brown rice sushi on our list of things to do!!!!

MERCY, glad to hear you found the agave. Considering the cost they are charging nowadays, you got a decent price. Down here it's going to be $4.69. It is more expensive than before, but if you made the cheesecake I have on the board and only use 1/3 cup, that will make 3 cheesecakes, broken down, that's not too bad. You deserve it, think of it like that. And, since it's so expensive, you won't over due it when it comes to making SB LEGAL treats, unlike me a while back:rolleyes:

JACKK, I think the exercise challenge is easier than the water one, though I should do better with water, I don't think I'll take on that challenge, I'm sure I'll fail miserably:shrug:

JENNJENN, once again, http://members.aol.com/eldemila/sb_sign2.jpg Glad to see your post, and I'm sure the other CALI girls are happy to see another gals from your great state. This is truly a great WOE and we hope you find it an easy WOE to follow, as it is. We'll be more than happy to help answer any questions you may have and of course, provide lots of great support. With all the wonderful selections of stores you have in your area this WOE should be even easier to follow (okay, I'm very jealous that you can go to a TJ'S and COST PLUS any time you want!). I do have to ask, your Dr. thinks your goal weight of 135 is adequate for you and your height? As someone else mentioned, it does sound too low. I am only 5'1 1/2" tall and my goal is 129, and that's not the high end either. Is this the goal your Dr. gave you, or a number you feel that you should be at? Anyhow, we all wish you luck and are glad you've joined us. Oh yes, we do have a JENN on the board, so we'll definitely have to make sure we do JENNJENN for you, unless you think of something else, like JJ?:shrug:

GATOR, the recipe should still be on the board for the cheesecake, not sure why you couldn't find it, but I will double check. I had e-mailed SOL and she's been extremely busy, with moving, the new dog and working 12 hours a day, she hasn't had time to post, nor to really get in any of the training, but she's hoping both of those things will change in the near future. When is UM playing UF?

BIGK, sounds like you had a good LD, esp. with the cheesecake. Do you ever tell anyone there's no sugar in it? Does it last in your house, unlike mine? BB, been watching it this year, best one yet, I think. I think Roddy has to go only because he's a threat to the others in that he has a good chance to win. Danielle has a good chance too, why she wants him out. I think Jason or Marcellas should win, not sure why, just do. I'm looking for AMAZING RACE to come back on-that's my fav!

MELF, hope you are feeling better. Sure don't want to be sick for your bday!!!!

GRACIOUS, good going on staying legal-you seem to be getting the rewards of doing so this week, CONGRATS on your big losses!!! Has the lady with the kids you watch given you any indication of what she plans to do, so she doesn't leave you hanging and waiting?

COUNTRY, hope you are feeling better. Seems there's a few of us on the board not feeling up to par this week. A half mile walk to the mail box??? Geez, are we spoiled down here, to walk out the door a few feet to get our mail.

MONET, hope you and your back are feeling better today.

BETH, you are too funny, just the idea of you sitting there watching 3 hours go by and thinking that it's been 3 hours since you haven't eaten off plan-but heck, getting through each hour can sure be hard, so kudos to you! Hey, if you can stop biting your nails, staying on plan should be a piece of cake (of course, I don't mean to eat a piece of cake!!!!:lol:

RED1, have a good, safe trip tomorrow. Can't wait til you come back and here the details of your meeting, as well as your trip.

DEBY, once again, http://members.aol.com/eldemila/sb_sign3.jpg Glad you've decided to come in and check out the SB BOARDS. We'd love to have you join us. SB is a lot easier to do than low-carb, IMHO. Have you read the book yet? Don't be afraid to ask questions, we're more than happy to help answer them. I'm sure if things get ugly at home with football, you'll feel right at home on this board, they can get ugly here too, but in a loving way. I'm not a college football fan, well, not unless UM is doing really well, but then, not a great fan anyhow, but I can tell you, you'll love BOB because she definitely is a VOLS FAN!!! She bleeds orange!!! Once again, WELCOME!

Okay, gotta run get the kids at school. Will try to pick up where I left off later if possible.

{{{HUGS}}}

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

Just a quick check in:

Happy Birthday Fruit and Music! Hope you have a great day! :gift: :hb: :hat:

My weight is down 7.5 pounds this week!!!:dance: I wish it were actual weight loss but I know it is water weight from the GYN problems that I've been having. I'm still 2.5 pounds above where I was when the problems started, but at least the scale is going in the right direction again. Congrats to all of you that lost this week!

I have to leave to take my son to the doctor so I will have to get back to post more later. He got a broken nose in a fight a couple of weeks ago. :( We are still waiting for a referral to see a specialist. So, meanwhile, a recheck with the primary care doctor.


Take care,
Wendy

Continuing to catch up...

TONI, I have a crockpot, never used it, still brand new in the box-are they really that good? Are you sure the Lipton soup mix is legal?

QUIV, worlds largest McD's? I thought that was in Orlando. You have one bigger? My goodness, I think I'd get sick from the smell from that place. Listen to your Mom, she tells you look great, than it just has to be! I'm sure next week will be a somber day in the city, as it will all around the US.

LKF, you can come and post whenever you are able. Some are able to post more than others, but if you can't post as much, you do what you can. A quick hello to check in often is just as good as a long post every few days-just to know you're with us in some way or another. I'm sure with your own determination and the encouragement from your sister, you'll do great in this WOE. Don't get discouraged when things don't seem to be headed in the right direction, it's too easy to give up. Stick it out and you'll be greatly rewarded, I promise:D

LDBLOND, not sure if we can change it, but I bet if it's possible, SUZANNE would know the answer, so you may want to e-mail her and ask. Sorry, wish I could help on this one.

SEF, I have never had that problem with the lint, thank goodness, but can I suggest that maybe you ask someone who has a plumbers snake to borrow it (if you know anyone), that may be just what they are thinking they'd use and why they suggest a plumber. OR, if you know of anyone who has a Rainbow vacuum? When my a/c line gets plugged and the water backs up, I can blow it out with the Rainbow as it can do both, suck and blow (lucky machine).

GRACIOUS, sorry to hear that you have to put the dog to sleep, I know that it's heartbreaking to have to do that. We had to do it to my dog Marlo over 20 years ago and to this day, I haven't gotten over her death.

JACKK, CONGRATULATIONS!!! Down another pound and hitting a new milestone-OMG, 85lbs is so awesome.
http://members.aol.com/eldemila/happy_dance.jpg Yes, 1" can come on overnight with me, and then it can come off overnight as well. I just know that this happens to me during/after TOM and have to be patient the next 2 weeks, as hard as it may be to do so, just have to.

MONET, WTG on this weeks loss. 3lbs is awesome. Seems the scale is behaving nicely now. Make sure no one touches it. Put poison on the thing that changes it, that way, the one who touches it, DIES!!!!!!!!!!!:s: Okay, maybe you shouldn't go to that extreme, maybe some itching powder, so when they go to itch a vital organ they'll think twice about touching the scale ever again!

RED1, enjoy your visit with MELF. Wish I could send some rain your way, we've had our fill!!!

MUSIC, how are you celebrating your bday besides getting a new family member on the same date? Enjoy the day!!!!

FRUIT, same question to you, what are you doing to celebrate, and please don't tell me that you're going to the Daquiri place!!!!

JENN, WELCOME BACK Glad to hear all went well with the surgery and you're doing better. Congratulation on the new house. Try not to over do things just yet, though from reading about the truck I think maybe you've done a bit too much already. Glad you had a good bday and got your ribs you've been dying for!!!

ZANNE, I'm sure you'll be on the losing end next week, staying away from the bday party goodies will pay off in the long run, in more ways than one.

SERENE, 7lbs??? OMG, that's great. Don't worry what kind of weight it is, like you said, at least it's in the right direction. I'm sure there's more to come off, and soon, just keep the faith my dear!! Hope things go well with Joel's nose, think he learned any kind of lesson on this past one?

I think I've actually caught up! If I missed anyone, please forgive me, not intentional that I overlooked you.

I'll try to check in later!

:queen: Debbie

You are all so sweet to make me feel so welcome! And you all really do encourage me. I love to pop in when I have just a minute to see how everyone is doing.

Thanks to all who made a point of telling me I can pop in and spend a few minutes with you, even when I can't address each one individually by name. I think it is so sweet how you all support each other...and ME!

We need more people like each one of you in this society of being so disconnected from each other in our fast-paced lives! Hooray for the beautiful people who make up the SB Weekly Support Gang!

Good afternoon everyone

:hat:Happy Birthday FRUITE and MUSIC TEACH and a belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY to FILLISE and JENN. :gift:

I'm pleased to report that I have lost five of the six pounds that I had gained while on vacation a few weeks ago. :cp: I must say that I feel so much better and have more energy when I eat op. I had a day this weekend where I ate off plan and felt really grouchy the next day. Most of the time though I have stayed op since my vacation. I just hope that I can continue the downward trend and get past the plateau that I have been on for the past year. My mini-goal is to get down to 190 from my present 201.5.

Toni48 - Thanks for the message about the pork pot roast - it sounds wonderful and that will be on our menu for tomorrow. Let's know how yours turns out to-day.

I made a cabbage/meat ball casserole the other day that was very easy and yummy. I just put some shredded cabbage and meat balls in a dish and covered them with Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Sauce, covered the dish and baked for about 1 - 1 1/4 hours. I used the sauce recipe that someone had posted on our Recipe Board. The only change I made was to increase the amount of tomato sauce from 8 oz to 14 oz. Much easier to make than cabbage rolls. I had made cabbage rolls the previous week and had some extra hamburger mixture which I had made into meat balls and put in the freezer.

Sef - Loved the Carnation ditty. I almost fell off of the chair laughing. :twirly:

Jenn - Glad to hear that the surgery went off o.k. Hope you will be feeling better real soon.

Monet Happy Wedding Anniversary. :flow1:

I'm having homemade pizza tonite, made with sgww flour of course. I have to go and start chopping up the onions and green peppers, etc. as I have to eat early as I am going out to badminton this evening. Don't want to be too full running around the gym.

Congrats to all the losers and maintainers this week and to the rest just hang in there.

Bye for now.

Marie.

Boogie's surgery date is set:( Oct.10th. We will need to be there 2 days before to donate blood and do the pre-op stuff. We plan on leaving here on the 5th or 6th. We are driving and will probably stop overnight in Virginia. We live in Mississippi and are traveling to Philly for the surgery(LONG trip). I knew this day would come, but I'll never be prepared. Please keep Boogie in your prayers. CTS- I'm holding at 228 today BUT I expect it to be 227 tomorrow. So it's nice to see the scale going down..

Running out the door to get my nails done and then get some fish to put on the grill.


Fillise, Congrats on passing up cake on your bday. Know it is hard. Bet your dinner party was a ball. Glad you're getting the chair. It will complete the set so nicely. You will be glad you did.

Tranquil, Do tell, how much more wt have you lost?? Good work. Keep it up.

Monet, HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! 26 years is a tremendous success. I just had 29. Congrats on the 3 pounds. This is just your day all around.

LDblond, Woo Hoo!! 3.5 lbs. That is fabulous, great wonderful. Keep it up.

Gator, I'm sorry. I though I was on chat by that time. I got on around 9:10 and then got a phone call. Sorry we missed you.

Red1, Man you all really need rain. That is so horrible about the fires. They just keep spreading. Pleae try to join us at chat sometime. It is a hoot! These girls are crazy.

Music, Stay away from that cake. Poison, remember!!! Hope yu have a great day. How neat to have a baby born on your bday.

Jenn, Glad you are on the mend. Boy how did you ever pack and move and clean with just having surgery. You must be wonder woman. Or did you luck out and get to supervise. Glad you are in your new house. Now you have time to fix it up. Yum ribs. They are my favorite thing too.

Gracious, Hope you can find some shoes that fit your DS. Don't you hate a monkey wrench at the last minute.

Toni, Good luck to your DH on his job search.Staying the same is better than gaining. I think you are just waiting for me to catch up. LOL I'm trying.

Zanne, Keep drinking that water. I have heard that Chinese makes you retain water. Next week will be better.

Serene, WTG on your loss. Water or whatever, it's still a loss and you are going in the right direction. Hang tough it will go away and they will find out what your problem is.

Deb, The water challenge is a bit difficult even though I drink lots of water. But making a conscienceious (sp) effort to get more in really makes it tougher. Here's hoping your inch is gone soon.

LKF, Keep hanging in there. Youa re doing great.

Rosalie, That pizza sounds good.Have fun at badminton. Congrats on losing 5 of the 6 vacation pounds.

Heartmom. Sending prayers and prayers and prayers for Boogie's surgery. At least you know when now. You are doing so great OP. Keep up the good work.

Have a great nite everyone. See ya tomorrow

Jackie
257/172/145
10-10-01

HiedieHo All!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FRUIT AND MUSIC!!!!!!

Hate to shop. But i went to Sam's and WD anyway! Choir tonight.

GRACIOUS: WTG girl! I mourn your loss. I had to do the same to my beloved dog and it is heartwrenching!

JACKK: What a great total loss! The dryer repairmad probably suggested a plumber for the snake. I cannot imagine putting a vent in in such a way you can't get to it! Builders ought to have to use some of the things they create!

TRANQUIL: Will make the suggestion about A/C people, thanx.

MONET: Happy anniversary. I felt the same way about my DH, you are indeed blessed! Is your back better?

JENN: Glad durgery went well. How you managed to move out so fast is beyond me. Determaination pays off I guess!

TONI: I love grandfather's too. My DGH collected antique clocks and we have two of the. One is a little unusual and it is a mission style case.

DEB: Will pass on your vent suggestion too.

HEART: Prayers are offered. Have a safe trip. The operation is on my BD.

Okay got to fix supper. TAke care all!

Shirley

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!! FRUIT and MUSIC!!!!!

:cp: :hb: :grouphug: :hat:


BOB

Hi all!!!:)

Just a quick check in to say I maintained this week. Hey there's always next weigh-in.

Congrats to all the losers:dancer:
Great job keep up the good work. Happy Birthday to Music and Fruitloupe :hb: I hope you ladies have a blessed and happy day.

GRAcious- Sorry you had to put your dog to sleep. Great job on the pounds you've lost.

Jack-K- WTG WOW!!! you are down 85 lbs. You go girl!!!:)

Welcome to all the newbies!! This is a great place to be.

Welcome back Jenn I'm glad you are recovering nicely.

I hope to get back later to post more. If I don't have a nice evening everyone. I had a great time at chat last night.

JackK - Well my calculation is I was 243 over a week ago - then up to 244. So my calculation shows.....3.5 pounds - but because of TOM the other week - I am sure it is really 2.5 pounds..... but I could not believe the scale was so low - I got on it 3 times to make sure!!!!

Heart - Good to hear scale is going down for you - hugs!!!

Rosalie - Welcome back from vacation!!!

LKF - Ditto here - and glad you are able to be with us! It is a great group!

Dinner - Left over eggplant dish, and right now shoveling a greek salad in my mouth while I type and read!


Sabrina
272/240.5/157

Monet- Happy Anniversary

Heartmom- I am praying for Boogie and You during this time and also praying that all goes well:)

Deb- Michael's party sounded wonderful!!!

Hey Everyone!!

Thanks so much for all the wonderful Birthday wishes! You are all sooooo sweet!!!

Not much planned for tonight - I worked today but I had a really great day! I got lots of wonderful flowers and balloons and one parent even brought an LSU birthday cake! It was so cute! I had a very small piece because I didn't want to hurt the little boy's feelings! It was delicious!! So I gave the rest away so that I wouldn't bring any of it home. Other than that - I did really good today - considering all of the goodies that were given to me!!

Well, I'm gonna run - got a turkey burger to eat! Thanks again for all of the birthday wishes!!

MUSIC: Have a GREAT DAY!!!!! :hat: I'm so glad that we share this special day together!!!

Evening everyone.. Just had some black bean soup for dinner. Hit the spot... I've had a really lazy day. Now waiting for Big Brother to come on..

Zanne- I'll bet its fluid retention especially if you had chinese food..

Debilli- Boy those sugar buster signs are great.. Where do you find such stuff. Oh great I didn't even look at it.. Just assumed because they posted it on the board it was.. Well I'm red faced!!!

Serene-Wow Serene 7.5 lbs is absolutely the best!! Big congradulations on a job well done!!!!! Happy Dance!!!

LKF- Welcome if I didn't already.. Hope you stay here and do good...

Rosealie-Check the lipton soup Deb just told me it might now be OP. Congrads on your nice weight loss. Oh your cabbage meat ball casserole sounds wonderful.. I love cabbage..

heartmom- Lots of prayers for Boogie and you and your husband... Sounds like an awful long trip and lots of stress full days ahead...

Jack-K- Hope your nails come out good and the fish is better..

Howdy Sef and Bob...

Time to run off for American Idol....Talk to you tomorrow...

:fr: I blamed Eduardo for my headache and feeling poorly this weekend, well guess what - he is headed my way now to punish me for blaming my problems on him!!! AHHHHHH!!!!!!

Thank goodness I am a smart pig :ink: and he cannot blow my house down!!!!

Poor Serene - soon she will need to head on over to my place because she will not want to live with the snakes..... which surely will be around more with the rain we will get tonight...... :rain:

I know this has nothing to do with SBers - but just thought I would let you all know if you don't hear from us tomorrow - it will mean Eduardo really was angry and took out the electricity!!!

Good Night All, Farewell!!!!! :wave:

Sabrina

Wednesday night!

What a day! I got stuck at a catered lunch--so I ate the sandwich, but made sure no more carbs today. I had a big salad and a steak for dinner tonight.

Speaking of which--more food scale info. I found some gorgeous steaks at Sam's today. There were three to a package. I weighed each one and then cut off all the fat. I took two ounces of fat off each. So each steak is between 5 and 7 ounces--and the six ounces of fat I took off is equivalent to an entire serving of steak. Had I eated the steaks as is, I would have consumed that 6 oz--or at least had the steak cooking in all that fat. Ick.

Toni--Mmmmm, black bean soup sounds good. Now that fall is around the corner, I'll have to stack up on soup supplies.

Fruit--glad you had a wonderful birthday! Don't worry too much about the cake. A tiny bit once a year won't hurt.

Tranquil--WTG on the loss!

Jack-K are your nails pretty? I'm thinking about doing some arcylic or gel or fiberglass or whatever they are using now a days. Any opinions anyone?

Heart--you know we will be with you and Boogie in spirit on the 10th and before. My prayers are with you.

Deb--also glad to hear the party was a smashing success! Boo on the inch! I've got one myself.

Gracious--so sorry this day has come for your dog. It's so tough--even when you know in your heart it is the right thing to do.

Jenn--So glad to hear from you and to hear that the surgery went well and that you are a proud homeowner! I can't imagine moving less that a week after I had gall bladder surgery! You are
amazing! Those birthday ribs sound good!

Susan
300/247/150

Hi everyone! Been a long day. Lots of rain this afternoon.

Feeling so much better. Sore throat just about gone, but yesterday was really bad with a 24 hour virus that hit me after I got to work. Ended up having to find someone to come in & relieve me & I came home. Slept the rest of the afternoon. Finally was able to keep some soup down. Today was all better.

Red1, sorry to hear that you'll are having the fire problems your way. You want rain? Wait till you get here & you'll see rain. LOL Can't wait till Friday, rain or not, I'll be there!

Sorry I'm not able to answer any posts, but I'm finally off tomorrow & hoping to catch up. see ya! :wave:

Helloooooo Everyone!!
Happy birthday fruit and music:D
Okay---It's gonna take me a while to learn who everyone is so i'll keep this short. Thanks for much for letting me in the club! Seems like ya'll are very close!! I'm trying the roast-applesauce thing tomorrow and will let you know!! I rode my bike today and have lost 2 pounds!!-----I have a concert next friday that i'm dying to get into a skirt i bought for the occasion.
I'm also drinking the cranberry juice-water thing at work and it's very tasty!!----have a good night everyone!!:twirly:

debyj
218/204/150?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISSY AND TINA!!!!! :angel: :cb: :hb: :cp: :gift: :hat: :grouphug:


WIW: holding steady at 160

I am too exhausted to post any personal responses. School is always a killer the first couple of weeks. When I taught Kindergarten, I always lost my voice the first week, until my vocal chords got back into shape. When you teach little ones, you have to talk ALL THE TIME because they can't read or write! Right, Missy?

It took forever to read the posts, we have been chatty cathies this week. By the time I'm finished, it's time for bed. Hope the running around I did at school today makes up for not exercising this evening.

Take care y'all
Jeanie
196/160/130

CONGRATULATIONS JENN ON BEING A NEW HOMEOWNER!!!!!!!!!

What a wonderful year it is for you, getting healthy (getting rid of that blasted gallbladder!), owning a new home, and best of all tying the knot!!!!!!!

Sabrina

Good Thursday Morning:wave:

Just got in from a pathetic walk. I just didn't have the energy to jog today so I decided a walk was better than nothing. Took me over an hour to do my 4.5 miles. I guess something is better than nothing:shrug:

Not much going on down here today. Have to work on a flyer for ELI to post at the fire station near his store. He's going to give them free drinks on Sept. 11th. Have a few errands to run later before I get the kids from school, otherwise, nothing exciting to talk about in my plans today.

LKF, what lovely sentiments you posted for everyone on the board! I think you may find yourself coming on the board more than you think. These gals are infectious with their support and friendship and you'll get the bug and need a fix more often then you think! Hopefully, one day soon, you too will be able to meet at least one of the wonderful women on the board, once you do, then you'll understand even more so just how wonderful the women (and one lone guy, Daramus) is on this board. I've had the good fortune of meeting almost 20 past & present people from the board and it's been such a wonderful experience each and every time.

ROSLALIE, CONGRATULATIONS! My goodness, that's a wonderful loss you've had since you returned from vacation. Seems that you can go on a vacation and enjoy yourself and then get back on track and lose those pounds. I wish I could do the same, it seems if I just stare at the crap food the pounds come on. I think we feel better when we eat on plan not only because we know it's better for us, but when we are OP and suddenly re-introduce these foods we haven't eaten for so long, our body just doesn't know how to react to these foods and just makes us feel lousy. I know I too feel a lot better when I'm 100% OP. How was your HM pizza? When you make it, how much do you eat of it? How big is it?

HEART, you know all our thoughts and prayers are going to be with you and BOOGIE. How long are you going to be away?

JACKK, even though I know more than anyone just how important it is to get in that water, it seems to be one of the hardest things for me to do. Some days I drink like a fish, but most of the time I don't get enough. I have flavorings, I have tea bags, I have lemon, but I just don't think about putting it all together and drinking it. Some days it just wants to make me gag with the mere thought of drinking it. And it's not like I drink anything else, maybe a glass of milk, if anything, not good:nono: and something I really should try to focus on doing better at.

SEF, also think about calling a Chimney Repair Service. It seems some of them also do dryer duct cleaning.

BOB, hope you're feeling better. My throat is more sore today:rolleyes: Did Amy use her power of veto on BB last night? I missed that part.

MERCY, maintaining is a ton better than a gain, that's for sure. Stay true to plan and there will surely be a loss coming your way soon;)

FRUIT, good job on getting rid of the cake. I did the same thing with Michael because we had so much of it, I knew if it dared to stay in my house I'd be munching away at it and I wasn't going to let that happen.

TONI, there's one more welcome sign to show you and the rest of the gals on the board. One of the women from the LOOZING FLOOZIES just e-mailed me and told me she made them for me/us because I helped her out when she was looking for a welcome sign for their group-wasn't that nice of her! Was I right about the soup mix? I just thought it may not be because of the ingredients, though, it may still fall under the 3gram rule that SB suggests. I personally won't touch it if it has corn syrups, sugar, etc even if it does fall under the 3gram rule.

TRANQUIL, hoping you don't get much from Eduoardo. On the news last night it seemed most of the stuff was in St. Augustine, from what they showed. It's really cloudy here today and they said we could have some flood watches. I don't think it will be that bad, at least I hope not!

FILLISE, seems you are learning quite a bit with having the scale around. I hope others read about your learning experiences and maybe follow suit. Isn't it amazing to see what you could of consumed and now with being much more aware, how you are changing little things that can add up to big losses!?!

MELF, hope you are feeling better. I think I've got your sore throat now:shrug:

DEBYJ, sounds like you are doing great! 2lbs down! CONGRATS! That's great news. What kind of concert are you going to?

JRED, I can only imagine the patience it must take for you, FRUIT & MUSIC (sorry if I missed anyone) to teach little ones. Holding steady sure is better than a gain. Just think, you only have 30lbs to go, one more pound down and it's less than 30 you can say, from there on, every 5lbs is a big deal, not that every pound isn't, but it just seems to change when you get under the 30lb mark of lbs to go.

Okay gals, I'm outta here for now. Hope you all have a good one today!

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

Melf – I hope you start feeling better soon! It sounds miserable, the germies you have that is!!!! {{Hugs}}

Jeanie – 160 sounds pretty darned good to me!!!! In my dreams at the moment – such a long road it seems for me to get to that goal weight of 157 – which is only 3 pounds from your current!!!!

Fillise – Are you enjoying your new sofa???? Steak – I have not been eating much meat lately – and now my mouth is watering for a big ole steak! Of course, like you did – with all the fat cut off ……

DebyJ – CONGRATS on the 2 pounds and the exercise!!!! That is soooooo great! I think that when you see your first few months’ success it is soooo easy from there on….. For me, I don’t miss anything that I used to eat, except for little things like desserts – which I can always find a healthy substitute, and it has been great belonging to the board because they are there to lend that helping hand when things might seem tough going or discouraging! They are also great because when you keep reading and checking in, you find yourself being kept in line and not going off program.

Sabrina
272/240.5/157

Hi all!!!


Just wanted to check in and say hello to everyone before I got busy. :)

Today at lunch I'm heading down to the HFS to pick up 4 bottles of Agave because I went back to get a few more the other day and all of them were gone. The day I brought the original 2 the shelves were loaded. They said a woman came in on Saturday and brought all of them, So they promised to save me 4. (new shipment due in today)They should last awhile because I will only use them for baking. Generally I just use splenda.

Well I better get back to work. Have a great day all!!!

Happy Thursday Ladies & Daramus (where is Daramus by the way?)

Got my nails done, I didn't even mess them up this time. I ususaly do before I get home. Didn't get to grill out some fish. Went to the store and it just didn't look good. It's a mind thing, I don't think I could have eaten it. So I suggested we go out (lucky me). So we went to King Fish and we split a dinner (they give you so much) and I got an extra salad. It was plenty for me, but probably not for Dh. It was great because I didn't have to clean up. YEAH for me.:dance:

I walked again last nite with DH (2 miles) It was 9:00 when we went out. So thing morning, even though I was wide awake, I just didn't want to walk again so soon. So I'm saving it for after dinner. I did get up at 6:00 and do my workout.

I've been working on this post since 8:15 and just now getting it posted. Have a great day everyone.


Sef, Any luck with your dryer vent?

Mercy, Maintaining is better than gaining. You'll get 'em next week. Still drinking???

Tranquil, 3.5 WOW that is great. I need one of those sometime soon. Honey, I always get on and off that scale at least 5 times. Never hurts to hope. Take cover and be careful.

Fruit, Glad you had a nice birthday. Cake?? Oh well at least you confessed your sins. LOL

Toni, Aren't you glad Kelly won. She was awesome. He was really great too. THey should do something together. Went to get fish and it didn't look very good, so we decided to just to to KingFish and split a dinner (they give you so much). It was better and there was no mess to clean up. YEAH.

Fillise, I wouldn't worry about the sandwich. Just count it as your carbs and go on. Sometimes it just can't be helped and I think that is what we will have to do in the future when we are maintaining. I have acrylic nails. Have had them for 10 years. Love them. I have never had gel nails. I asked the girls abuot them last nite. Not much different. Cost a little more. She said they don't hurt as bad when they break, but I have never had one break. Go for it. It's anice treat.

Melf, hope youa re feeling better today.

Debyj, Congrats on the 2 lbs. Keep up the good work.

Jred, Sounds like you are getting into the swing of things in school. Hope things settle down soon.

Deb, any exercise is better then none. What a thoughtful gesture on Eli's part. I'm sure they will appreciate it.

See ya later.

Jackie
257/172/145
10-10-01

Still fighting this nasty cold. I've had a few cheats but I'm not worried. When I'm ill like this I can't stomach very much...so I've had a few chips. The salt seems to settle my tummy. My WIW was 155...so I'm holding steady after a going up three and now back down...so no complaints. After I finally shake this I am gonna get back on track. I had a slow walk with a friend last night.

Welcome to the group DebyJ These ladies and gent are just awesome.

Praying for all you Floridians with this nasty weather. Also keeping an eye on the storm. They say it might come over and merge with a storm we have in the gulf. We sure could use the rain.

Deb...you are such and encouragment. You walk fast even on what you call a slow day. :)

I apologize for my brief response to everyone this morning...I can't explain how tired I am still. I am reading and what you say is important. ((HUGZZ))

Love,
Crystle

235/155/140

Country - Hope you feel better soon!!!! {{HUGS}}

Mercy - I bought the two agave bottles at the HFS - and Deb: it was $4.49 a bottle - and they are not big bottles! Making cheesecake this weekend to try it out along with a chili recipe that was in Bon Apetit magazine that was pretty darned legal!

Eduardo - he was a DUD, and I mean a DUD!!!!!!! Not even a little branch out of place or leaf in my yard!

Sabrina :)

JackK - that is great that you and DH can get out there and share meals, walk together - probably nice for your relationship as well! That is what my parents do, and that is why they have such a terrific marriage - they really share life together when the day is over from work......

Mornin' y'all. Just checking in quickly before another class comes in. Thanks again for all the bday wishes. We didn't do a thing to celebrate at home. We ate out on Sat and took care of that. I did get bday money from my mom tho so I may have to go out again.:T I'm happy to report that my niece had her baby yesterday in honor of my bday. A little boy.:D The only other thing I got is the cold that some of you have had. Quit sneezing on the puter.:nono:

Sorry I can't get to you all, but it's a crazy day.

Ok, still no computer, but I am getting used to my hubby's. If there are spelling errors, it isn't my fault. His keyboard is not like mine, and frankly, I hate it! grrr... actually, I am in a good mood. Went out for dinner for our anniversary, to a Lebanese place. Very good. It was a nice evening, even if the teenager was a PIA. Thankfully, she will be getting over it soon...at least I hope she is like her older sister, who got over it at about 17 or 18. Two more years! Can I wait that long?!?!? :stress:



LDBLOND: Thanks for the anniversary wishes! It was
a happy one...Congrats on your 3.5 loss! :CP: You done
splendid!

TRANQUIL: My back is better, but I seem to have had a tad
of a relapse today. I spent a couple hours on the electric
mattress pad, hoping it would help. Just feeling kind of
stiff I guess. As for the loss, I was surprised, but I am
not going to complain! Sorry Eduardo was a dud...well, not that I wanted your yard to be messed up, but I was hoping he would push on here, and give us some badly needed rain! :rain:

RED1: I sure will pray for rain for you. It has been horribly
dry here too, but not as bad as California. I hope you are
not too near the fires... Stay safe from those fires, please!


MUSIC: Did you resist that cake? The wizard assured me
that his spell would work, but he can be kind of flakey...
My back is better, but still a bit stiff and sore. Thanks for
the anniversary wishes. It was quiet, and nice. Just the two
of us for dinner at a Lebanese place...

JENN: Good to hear you are recuperating! What a bummer to
have to move like that! We moved when my oldest
was two weeks old. I made my hubby do all
the work. HOpe you just sidewalk supervised! Enjoy your house!


GRACIOUS: I am sorry to hear about your dog. By the way, are
you mad at me or something? Was it something I said, cause I
am sure it can't be bad breath! :fr:

TONI; Did you do your treadmill? Lately, I have needed some one
to kick me in the seat of the pants to get me on it...then
I wonder why, cause it feels so good! I could go on and on
about my wonderful husband, he is the best in the world, but
I don't want everyone else to be jealous... :s:


ZANNE: A hint..if you eat Chinese, ask them to prepare the
food with no MSG. They are usually willing to oblige...Don't
lose heart on the weight...give your body time to adjust.

SERENE: SEVEN pounds! Hey, just the feeling of seeing that
dip ought to be great! Hope your son's nose is ok...

DEB: Hey, itching powder! I like that idea! Then when
all those numbskulls are scratching I can point a finger, and
accuse them! What a genius you are! Thought of you last
night...we had our anniversary dinner at Byblos Lebanese
restaurant. I got a grilled chicken dish, and tabbouleh.
(I like mine better...) It was pretty good. We will go for
their lunch specials sometime. Unfortunately, the pitas were
white...

LFK: Welcome! Of course you can pop in whenever you like,
and write as little or as much as you like. Thankfully, there
is not a word count requirement! If there was, they would
have kicked me off a long time ago! :)

ROSALIE: COngrats on losing the five of six! WTG!! Thanks for
the anniversary wishes...Hope the onions did not make you cry! HOw
was the pizza? :t

HEART: Will keep Boogie in my prayers..and his mama.

JACK: I have to admit, it felt good to have some GOOD things
happen! I hate to whine, but with my back, my computer, my
lupus, my thyroid...I was feeling pretty down. I sure hope
it is a new norm!


SEF: Yes, thank you. My back is much better. I can relate to the
shopping...right now, I am trying to decide if I should re-sign up
for Costco, or keep my Sam's. Wish one of them delivered for free!

BOB: :wave: How are things in your beautiful town? Wish I was there!

MERCY: How's life in Chicago? I think I am going to have to cancel my
plans to fly up in October...bummer. Want to go to my reunion for me?


FILLISE: I agree ..yuck on that fat in the steaks. I started buying
my meats at the Harry's/Whole Foods market. I pay more, but the
fat content is really low, and the meat is good. Needless to say, we
don't have steak much. Chicken is cheaper!


MELF: I am sorry you have not been feeling well. HOpe you
are all better soon!


DEBYJ: Welcome! Don't worry about trying to get to know
who everyone is! Just when you do, it will change! LOL
Glad to see another southerner on here..


JRED: Hope you get settled into school routine fast, and
don't feel so wiped out by the little monsters... :hyper:

COUNTRY: Hope you are taking loads of vitamin C...sorry this
cold thing is lingering. Feel better sooN!


Ok...that felt really good to get that done! I can do it! Love you all! Thanks for being so supportive to everyone!



:grouphug:

Good morning everyone... Just did my treadmill.. And am ready to start my day... Got my 64 oz. of water in yesterday and am going for it today...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISSY AND TINA

Tranquil- Oh dear stay safe lady... Wish he would blow some rain to Missouri... Hope you're feeling better. Oh I'm glad you're safe and sound... Yummy cheesecake!!

Fillise- You're weighing food is what I think I might seem to do.. I've got a food scale right on the counter but I'm out of the habit.. I think my portions are growing..

Melf- I hope you're feeling better... Sounds like you sure did catch a bug..

debyj- Wow 2 lbs. congradulations.. Hope you make it into that skirt.. Thats a great goal to shoot for...

jred- Hope you got some rest last night... Boy your numbers are great.. We have the same goal weight and I'm right behind you..

Debilli- I guess that soup mix will be an occasional thing.. Thank for reminding me to read the packages.. Really I think anyone that can walk 4.5 miles is doing great.. I can't imagine getting out there and doing that each day.. So hurray for you anyway.

Mercy- Get those 4 bottles for sure!!!!! Dang I wish my health food store would get it here...

Jack-K- Yea for Kelly. She really has a beautiful voice.. Had to switch over to Big Brothers and got in the tail end to see who won.... Bet Justin will get a good contract somewhere too. Hows the water going.. About to get my first 30 oz. in...

CountryMom- Take it easy and get lots of rest... Hope that cold gets better soon..

Monet- Glad you had a nice anniversery. Lebanese food? I've never had any but it sounds interesting.. Yep hit the treadmill this morning.. I do better on it in the morning that in the evening... I just am so glad I have one...

Well guess I need to get the laundry started and do some useful things in this house.. I'm going to super Wal-Mart tomorrow and might get me some of of that legal ice cream for a treat... Everyone have a great day.. And drink that water...

213/169/130

Good Thursday Morning,
Not much to report, hoping for more of an idea of what the future entails for me after my Dr. appt. this morning, but I'm kind of getting used to not getting anywhere..I'll let you know. Any how it's cloudy here, praying for some rain as we haven't had any in something like 130 days....I'll check in this afternoon.

Hi everyone,

I'm a bit late for WIW, but I am excited to say that I was down 2 more pounds!! That puts me at 157!!!! I was in the 160's for a while, I think my body holds at a weight for a while then all of a sudden lets go.

Chris

Quick Post!!

I went down to the HFS to pick up the Agave. Guess what it was
$4.79. Just last Thursday I paid $4.45 can you believe the increase in less than a week. The owner said the prices went up because there is a great demand and the company knows people will pay.

Well back to work. I picked up 4 bottles who knows what the price will be next time. Oh well!!

Have a great evening all!! :)

Hey All:wave:

Not much to report on my end, got a few things done before I went to p/u the kids at school. Going to scout the fridge for something to eat, but wanted to play catch up while I had a few minutes...

MUSIC, CONGRATS on the new grandnephew! Hey, you're too young to have a grand anything!:?: You tell those sickes how rude they are to be sneezing and not covering their mouths and noses as they spew germs into cyberspace-they got me too!;)

MONET, sounds like you had a nice anniv. dinner. Will have to check that place out if I should ever come back through that way. We always look up the ME restaurants when you travel. There's only one place that I think has as good of tabbouli as mine, the place that makes the pita bread down here. Haven't had falafel in a while, should try to make some. Oh, and I think of you each time I use my Harry's breadcrumbs!;)

TONI, thanks for the kudos!:D Doing 4.5 miles a day actually can get quite boring and I really want to change my exercise, at least add something different. Bought a bike almost 2 years ago and just couldn't get in to going out on it, hurts my butt, and that's after changing the seat. The one before wedged in to my butt!:fr: But I don't want to buy yet another thing and find the same thing that's happened with the bike, I don't use it, so I'm stuck with getting out and walking/jogging. I can't imagine not doing something as I know if I didn't the scale would surely go up or never budge-hmmm, seems that's what it's doing anyhow:shrug: Never had Lebanese food - there's a few recipes on the boards if you ever want to try!!!

LDBLOND, hope your Dr. visit went well. Let us know!

CHRIS, CONGRATULATIONS on this weeks loss, that's awesome! Into the 150's, soon you'll be seeing the 140's!!!

MERCY, sadly, the guy at the HFS is right. They can name their price at this point and they know it. I hope one day someone else will get in to the act and bring down the costs by competing, but I don't see that happening any time soon.

Okay, time to go boil some eggs for the kids-I think I can handle that job!!!!

Toodles!

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

WOW! What you guys are paying for Agave now, is what ROSALIE and I were paying before. Mind you, we were paying in Canadian dollars. I dread what the price may be here now---IF we can find Agave!!!! Glad I have a stash!

What's Up??:?:

Went to lunch with a friend today. I got a plain hamburger (no bun) and a side salad. Quite filling. Now heading home to fix some sauerkraut (my favorite) and kilbasa (sp) FF.

Country, Hope your cold gets better soon. Get some rest.

Tranquil, It is fun walking, etc. with DH if he would just talk. He is a very quiet person and I'm not (but you already figured that one out LOL) My oldest DD is just like him and my youngest is just like me. We are a lot of fun, they are not, Haha

Music, Congrats on the new great nephew. They should try to name him after you.

Monet, Glad you had a nice anniversary, but you took your DD with you? It's supposed to be an intimate quiet dinner for 2. Should have gotten her a pizza or something.

Toni, Working on 48 oz as we speak. Watch out for that ice cream. It’s easy to overdo (at least for me anyway).

Ldblond, Hope you get good news at the Dr.

Chris, WTG on the 2 lbs. Our bodies are strange, Up one day down one day. That’s why I only weigh once a week. Too depressing. Keep up the good work.

Mercy, The agave at my HFS went from $2.79 to $5.09 and they don’t even have any in yet.

Deb, Maybe you could just change your route that you walk. That should help make it more interesting. Hope you found something in the fridge.

Zane, Hope you are having a good day.

Bob, Are you feeling better today? Hope so.

Hope I didn't miss anyone. If I did, Hi! See ya tomorrow

Jackie

ZANNE- Where were you and Rosalie finding the agave here in Canada?

MONET!!!!! How on earth could I be mad at you? If it was because I missed your anniversary, I am sorry..Happy Belated Anniversary. I never take notes and just go by memory so sometimes I miss stuff. Then, on top of that, my creepy computer freezes constantly and sometimes I just stop before it freezes again then I miss more stuff. {hugs} you silly girl!

By the way, now that I have your attention, can you remind me of the homeschooling curriculums you suggested to me previously. I misplaced them and I am going to begin to HS my wee guy. He would just be in Junior Kindergarten and they don't have that in our school...or province for that matter! I want to work with him a bit before I send him to Kindergarten next fall. Any other HOMESCHOOLERS out there please feel free to give your 2 cents on curriculum for 4 year olds.

Deb - Sorry to hear you weren't too happy with your walk to-day, but think of all the good days you have - we can't expect to perform top notch every single day of the year and I commend you for getting out there on those days when you aren't feeling up to par. I usually make a 12 inch round pizza and eat about 3 eights of it. I only use 1 cup of sgww flour which makes a VERY thin crust. I checked on Fit-day and one cup of ww flour has 87 grms of carbs and 14 grms fibre. So if you deduct the fibre you are left with 73 gms of carbs. So 3 eights of pizza would = 27 grms of carbs which is equivalent to about one and a half slices of bread. I try and cut out all other starchy carbs for the day when I am having pizza. I top it with onions, green pepper, cheese and pepperoni and it is yummy. Wouldn't want to eat it too often tho as it is loaded with calories. Loved your SB welcome signs.

Melf - Hope you are feeling better to-day. :grouphug:

Gracious - Sorry to hear about your dog. :cry: Zanne and I were buying the agave in AMBROSIA HFS which is in Thornhill. I haven't been there for quite some time as I am still using the supply I got from Deb and Chris when I was in Orlando earlier this year but the last time I was there they were out of it.

Monet - The pizza was great. Funny you should ask about the onions because they did make me cry when I was cutting them up yesterday - the first time that has happened in ages.

Have to go and finish fixing dinner as I am off to lawn bowling this evening. I have the pork roast in the crock pot. I didn't use the Lipton's onion soup mix, I had another brand but it did have some corn starch in it. I will have to check when I next go to the store to see if there is anything legal, although I can't imagine a little bit of cornstarch could do much damage.

Bye for now.

Marie.

What's happenin??????

Debbie--i'm going to lenny kravitz on the 13th!! It's a good chance to wear some funky clothes!! I saw him 3 years ago and he is fab!! Pink is opening for him. I have friends in the radio biz, so i'm hoping for good seats. I could use a little of lenny's sweat! okay-that's gross.
I'm having the pork roast with the applesauce tonite, it smells delicious!!
I went and bought the glucose revolution--very interesting reading!!

Bob--how's are vols gonna do?? My dh is HUGE bama fan and he is a little worried about the sooners and after the way the blue raiders played saturday I"M a little worried about our boys!! I hated that about burnett, i was sitting in the end zone he got hurt in---it was sooo sa

Hope all is well, and everyone have a good night. I'm off tonite so i can lounge and read stuff!!

love and big orange football---debyj:p

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!


This has to be quick......DANGIT JACKIE now you've got me CRAVING KING FISH!!!! I love that place! Much better fish than down here!
I feel l little better thank you, but I'm so congested...blew my nose and sent my head into a tail spin! :eek:

DEBYJ...I can only hope!!! Middle Tennessee looked pretty good on TV last week....GO VOLS!!!

LOOKY LOOKY GATOR ..another BIG ORANGE FAN!!!! ;)

Sorry, not ignoring anyone...but BIG BROTHER IS BACK ON!!!

Later

BOB

OH....MY....GAWD!!!!! A..WHOLE..WEEK...BEFORE ..ANOTHER...BIG BROTHER!!!! :eek:


BOB

I've got to take to my bed now.....nite..nite!!!!

Trying to decide if we're going to take the roads in the am & head for New Orleans or not with this weather that developed in the Gulf near us. Really want to meet with Red1!! Guess we'll keep watching the weather station & make final decision in am. If you'll don't find me posting in the am, it's because we have decided to go for it.

Not feeling too great. Seems like this summer cold is going to get the best of me, but I'm refusing to give in :D

JackK--What brand of Kilbasa do you buy? I love it, but was not too sure about the FF, so just haven’t bought any. I love it in beans.

Debbie--I identify with the exercising. I have only done weight lifting exercising this week and did not get to my usual walking. It was either raining or I was just overloaded with business stuff and I didn’t have the hour to do it. Next week, back to the program.

BOB--Another Ewe Tea fan?? My condolences to Deby. :)

We’re going back to Gainesville tomorrow. Got a nice tailgate picnic planned: peppered beef filet, cooked medium rare and served with horseradish-lo cal mayo. Broccoli salad, another vidalia onion-goat cheese tart, and, of course, Deb’s crustless cheesecake--with berries. Yum.

My DD is coming over, so I’m outa here. Have a great weekend.

Heart--You know we’ll keep you in our prayers, you and Boogie.

Wanted to say Hope everyone has a good evening!!!!

and Serene says Hi!

HOORAYYYYYY _ RODDY IS GONE!!!!!

Sabrina

Good Friday Morning!:wave:

Since there wereen't too too many posts and I have a little time before I have to take the kids to school I thought I'd try to get in some replies before I have to go.

DEBYJ, sounds like you're going to have a good time at this concert. Hope you get good seats. How'd your dinner come out? You've made BOB very happy knowing the VOLS fans on the board has grown:D

ROSALIE, is your pizza crust on the board? I should try my hand at making one again. My first attempt at a pizza was a disaster and I never tried again. I'd love to find one that I could make that's edible!

JACKK, I think the only reason I really don't change my route is that I know the route I take now is exactly 4.5 miles and I want to make sure I get that in, along with having certain places I'll stop/start jogging and stop. I do change it though when I go for a further distance. Not that I can't change it and measure another route and still make it 4.5 miles, guess I just don't think about it all that much. Gosh knows I wouldn't mind a route with less traffic, hence less likely to get killed and breath in the lovely exhaust fumes!:fr:

Not much on my plate today. Hoping to find the pics in at KMART from Michael's party. Maybe do a little cleaning (house needs it) and whatever else comes my way.

Will check in later. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!!!!

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

I know this is a big shock! Two days in a row! Wow! I just hope you all can stand the excitement!

It was a slow day here. I spent a lot of time on my back, on the electric mattress pad, just making sure I didn't strain it too much. I had a good book to read too, so it was a great excuse to lay around and read.

Here is something for the Friday Funnies:


You know you're living in the 02's when:
1. You have 5 passwords, but can only remember one.
2. You haven't played solitaire with real cards in years.
3. You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of three.
4. You e-mail your buddy who works at the desk next to you.
5. Your reason for not staying in touch with friends is that they do not have e-mail addresses.
6. When you go home after a long day at work you still answer the phone in a business manner.
7. When you make phone calls from home, you accidentally insert a "9" to get an outside line.
8. You've sat at the same desk for four years and worked for three different companies.
9. Your company's welcome sign is attached with Velcro.
10. Your resume is on a diskette in your pocket.
11. You can only write on 'sticky pads'.
12. Your biggest loss from a system crash was when you lost all of your best jokes.
13. Your supervisor doesn't have the ability to do your job.
14. Contractors outnumber permanent staff and are more likely to get long-service awards.
15. Board members salaries are higher than all the Third World countries annual budgets combined.
16. Interviewees, despite not having relevant knowledge or experience, terminate the interview when told of the starting salary.
17. Free food left over from meetings is your staple diet.
18. Being sick is defined as you can't walk or you're in hospital.
19. Your relatives and family describe your job as "works with computers".




TONI: Good for you on the treadmill! Keep on me
ok? I have been trying to get on mine every
day. I miss occasionally, but it helps if I
know someone is going to ask me about it! You are doing
great on the water! I think that is really
important. Are you feeling a difference from it?


LDBLOND: How was your doctor's appt? Inquiring minds (also
known as busy bodies...) want to know!


CHRIS: Congrats on the 2 pound loss!


MERCY: Eek on the price of the agave! I have not
been able to find it around here...I ordered it
from Golden Tropical online. Their price is
up dramatically too...


DEB: Well, if you get back in this area and want
to try that restaurant, I sure hope you will call
and include me. If you run out of your bread-
crumbs, and want me to send you more bread..let
me know. I don't want you to forget me! LOL


JACK: No, we did not take the teen with us, though
she thought we should, or bring her take out, or
take her to here and there first, etc. She tries to
manipulate big time. Ever watch that show, Eerie, Ind.
that was on about ten years ago? To preserve her kids,
one mom put them in tupperware each night. How I wish I
could do that! This teen was the sweetest kid until she hit
about 10, then she mutated, I think....


GRACIOUS: Just felt that way..you hadn't addressed me in
ages. Curriculum I would recommend is Sing Spell Read Write.
It teaches phonics and reading using songs. LOok on ebay for it.
I have a friend who bought it, and she may be willing to sell
hers. I can ask. It is not cheap...but very good. I am sure
your little one would love it so much, you would be having to pull
him away from school work to play and go to bed! Saxon has a math
curriculum for kindergarten now, but it is probably more
geared to five year olds. For math, I would suggest just demonstating
how measuring cups work...while playing in a sink of water...like see, two
1/2 cups will fill this 1 cup. Then you let them play with the water,
and the measuring cups. That play will do more for setting the concepts
of fractions than talking or books will. Play is instructive for little ones.
Does that help? You can email me if you want more info. I have tons of stuff
left....and as you know, I tend towards being opinionated! (with NO qualms about
sharing those opinions!)

ROSALIE: Sounds like the pizza was worth the boo hoo of cutting
onions! I love pizza, but I don't turn on the oven while the air
is on. In another few weeks, I will probably have to make some. I
too use SGWW flour, and make the crust really thin. It is nice for
a treat once in a great while. Onions always make me cry. Used to never
bother me, but I think my eyes have gotten dry, and that is why.

TRANQUIL: Did Eduardo just fizzle? Hope you have a good weekend!



Time for me to get off here and get something done. I have a Moms In Touch meeting here tomorrow morning at 7:30, and the house is a mess. Please don't report me to FlyLady! LOL


Shoot..I don't even have time for smilies.....

I have been doing the SB plan now for about 4 weeks and have lost about 6 pounds. Also, I do feel my clothes are fitting better!! :)

It does appear this WOE is a slower weight loss than some, but I do feel a lot healther eating this way. :D

I feel I have finally found a plan I can live with for life!!!!!!:lol:

How are the rest of you doing on the Sugar Buster plan? Losing any weight? Can you suggest any new foods for us newbies?

Thanks!
Jo Ann in TEXAS:)

This picture was taken during our August vist to Miami, when Tranquil and I went to meet Debbie. We had a good laugh playing dress up in the wigs! From left to right: Tranquil, Serene, Deb and Lauren. Thought this would be appropriate for a good Friday laugh! The afro wig that Deb is wearing is the same one that I wore out to the yard sales the next morning! :lol:

Happy Happy Friday Everyone. It's finally here.:dance:

Got up and got my walk/jog in this a.m. It was kind of cool, 66 degrees. But the sky was so clear. The stars were so shiny bright. The big and little dippers were right over my yard. It was very pretty. It was nice to actually notice some of nature for a change. Also got my workout done and we will workout at lunch today too.:strong: So I'm pretty much done with that for the day. If anyone is still doing the exercise challenge, I'm 5 for 5 this week. walking and working out. Still drinking my water. Have gotten at least 76+ oz. of water in everyday plus coffee. Had 2 1/2 cups when I got to work and then switched to water. Boyit tasted so much better. Squeezed a big lemon slice in it. Yum.

Guess I better catch up and get to work::p
Monet, Boy could I relate to some of those "You know..." things. Scary. Hope yur back is feeling better. I am reading a good book to. Always looking for an excuse to pick it up. I used to tell my youngest DD tht she tried my soul. (she is just like me) now I tell her she brings a smile to my heart. The years really change them. Hope yours get through it quickly.

Rosalie, How did the pork roast turn out? Did you use the applesauce? I'm with you. Don't think a little cornstarch will hurt.

Debyj, Keep up posted on the info you find in the Glucose Rev. Sounds interesting. Have fun at your concert,sounds to wild for me. LOL

Bob, It's another weekend. Football!!!! Hope TN does good this weekend. UK should have another win, but with them you can't count your chickens.... Did I tell you I'm going to go see your "man" (Peyton Manning) play in Dec. We were going in Oct and we would also get to see Chris Redmon, but it got changed so now we are going Dec 1. I'll tell him hi for you. He is too cute! Hope you are feeling better today.

Melf, I thought about you this morning when I heard the storms were heading to Texas and La. Was hoping you trip wouldn't get cancelled. Be careful if you go. Feel better too.

Gator, Sorry I don't know what brand it is. Whatever they have FF. I really can't tell any difference in the FF and full fat kind. It's not one of my favorties, but DD likes it and it is something different. I get so tired of fixing the same thing. I want to tailgate with you. Sounds yummy.

Deb, Can't wait to see the pics from Michael's party. Don't spend your whole day cleaning. Yuk!

Tranquil, Hi, Have a good day. Tell Serene hello too!

Joann, Hi. Welcome to our board. SB is a great WOE, funny, I feel that I have lost quicker with this WOE than any others I have tried. I have lost 85 pounds in 11 months. I plan to lose at least 25 more and to continue to eat this way forever. As far a food suggestions, depends on what you are looking for, main meals, snacks, etc. As for myself, I try to eat as I normally did (w/o potatoes, carbs, sweets, junk) but pretty much my basic meals that I used to fix. Just a lot more fruits and veggies now. Good luck.


Have a great day, be back later.

Jackie
257/172/145
10-10-01

Me again!

When I went to take the kids to school, right before we were leaving, it started to pour. All the way there and all the way home it was raining and I figured I had a good darn reason NOT to go walk today-a reprieve of sorts. As I get out of the car, wouldn't you know it, it stops raining. Well my good conscience and my not-so-good conscience started to battle it out whether I should go walk or not. The good won. I wasn't in the mood and had resigned to myself I wasn't going but I did anyhow. Wasn't able to do that much jogging, still feeling a bit under par, but did better than yesterday time wise doing my 4.5 miles in 55:15. Of course, now that I went, I'm glad good won over bad. Besides, I have tomorrow off for sure!

MONET, I know I'll be coming through Atlanta one day in the future. I know if we go to NC again that that will most likely be a stopping point coming home and for sure I'd love to see you, go to Harry's and maybe get in a meal at a good ME rest! I still have quite a bit of the bread crumbs as it's not something I tend to use all that often. I really wish I could find someone down here that would sell me day old bread cheaply-that is, SB LEGAL DAY OLD BREAD!!!!

JOANN, you are doing great! CONGRATULATIONS! Of course, we'd all like the fat to melt off of us quickly, but we all know that a healthy eating plan is something you have to follow the rest of your life and it's something that takes time. You don't even have to look at the scale. The fact that you feel better is a lot more important than the numbers. Remember, the numbers can easily go up when you are doing everything right due to many reasons that we cannot control, but as long as you are keeping in control what you can, like eating on plan and exercising, I can promise you the scale will go back down and the fluctuations you may see happen to all of us and are very normal and it's these times you have to stay on track and not give in. If you go to the SB INFORMATION BOARDS and look for the thread that says SB LEGAL FOODS, you can find some foods there. It's a bit hard to suggest a vast array of foods as different areas of the country have different things. If you are looking for a food in particular ask the board, I'm sure between us all we can give you an idea, esp. the others from Texas, as there are so many of them. I know you posted asking for ideas of daily menus. I have my info on my other computer which I just fixed and really haven't gotten back on to, but if you do a SEARCH on the SB BOARDS and put in DAILY MENU I'm sure you will see some past posts that can provide some info, I surely have posted my daily menu a bunch of times in the past. I'm hoping to get everyone to post their menu at least once a week in the near future- a little project. Do you journal your food? Do you have a food scale?

SERENE!!!! Geez, thanks! Do you have to scare the board so early in the morning!!!!:fr: Okay, I admit, I was going to figure out what pics to post, but you did such a great job at choosing such a gorgeous picture of us that I'm glad you got to do it first, I'd probably chosen something else. I did get the pics and have downloaded most of them, easier this time round. Do you want to post more or do you want me to do it. What happened with the Dr and Joel's nose?

JACKK, me, all day cleaning, not in this lifetime! Well, at least not if I can help it and not unless I'm having company. 66 degrees, yeah, yeah, just rub the salt in to the wound!


Okay, I'm outta here! Will try to check in with you all later!

Debbie
194/129.5/129
Sb since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Today's Friday Funny:

The University of North Carolina:lol:


This will be quick as I have a lot of work piled up. I must tell you that I am in real danger of being snowed under. There is no weekend to look forward to as I have to work tomorrow and, of course, all day Sunday. Having no down time is really starting to get to me. This week I haven't even had my evenings. My eating is doing OK through this, but not much else. It will be better when my leave from the church begins on the 30th--and of course after November 5th, but getting through the next few weeks is going to be tough!

Susan
300/247/150

Finally a chance to look at the board!
I missed well over a week but have been staying on program as much as possible. It's not to hard, I just don't eat any of the bread in the restaurants. The hospital cafeteria has a surprisingly healthy bunch of stuff if you know what to look for.
My mom had her voice box removed last Friday because of cancer. The doctor thinks he got it all out but she'll have 6 weeks of radiation just to make sure. She's pretty upbeat. I keep reminding her the other alternative was being dead so she keeps in perspective.

I never thought I was a stress eater but the night before her surgery I could not stop myself from eating half a Heresy bar with almonds. I gave the other half to DH. All I got was a fleeting couple of minutes of "Yum" which did not help the heartburn at 5am :)

But it kept me strong to stay OP the rest of the time.
Well except for the totally awesome slice of cheesecake I had after dinner Monday night.
Somehow I lost another 4 pounds. I had brought a new digital scale last week because I was tired of squinting to read the dial. So I thought I was 215. The new scale said 217.
Today I'm 113.8!
My daughter finally has seen how well it's working for me. She's really overweight. She's only 14. After trying on some pants and realizing her pant size is the same as her dad's, she started SB yesterday!! It's going to be hard for her because she's a white rice and potato freak and only likes cucumbers, lettuce and raw peppers for vegetablesbut I know her taste will change because mine did!
I really hated diet soda. The other day I drank a diet coke because there was nothing else to drink. I had to double check with the waitress, and make my dh taste it cause It tasted like regular soda to me!
Sorry this is so long. I had a weeks worth of posting to make up for :)

Joanne welcome to the board! I've been on SB for 2 months and have lost 15 pounds. It's been difficult for me to lose because of medications so I'm thrilled! I'm also sure this is something I'll be doing for the rest of my life. I don't feel deprived. I eat a goody once in a while but it's ok cause it's working for me!
I also haven't been exercising but brought the "Walk away the pounds" DVD's which everyone has said is good. Just haven't had a chance to try them yet!

Hi all!!!


Just wanted to say hello!! Does anyone have a legal recipe for rice pudding? My DH loves it but I wnat to make it with brown rice.

Debyj- Welcome to the boards. I just purchased the Glucose Revolution myslef in fact on Wednesday night. Ley me know what you think. I've only skimmed through. I hope to start reading it this weekend.

JoAnn-- Welcome!!!


Serene-- You guys look simply Marvelous!!!:lol: :lol: :lol: I love your hair and make-up..

Well back to work!!!

Good Friday Morning All

Just a quickie from work.

Deb - The recipe for the Pizza Crust is on the recipe board. I use the recipe from the Brennan's cook book whith some changes made to the ratio of milk/flour and it works out fine. It's usually very easy to roll out. Sometimes I will make two medium (12 inch) put all the toppings on and cook one and freeze the other one for later.

Monet - I can relate to lots of items on your FF list.

Jack-K - The pot roast turned out fine. The meat was really tender. I did have a lot of gravy though - about four cups which was much more than I needed. I put in one package of soup mix and about 14 oz. of apple sauce. If I do it again I will decrease the amount of apple sauce. May even try it without the onion soup. Maybe add a regular onion and some poultry seasoning, and some cabbage. See how ambitious I feel next week.

Better go and show my face and look busy for a while, and see what my patients are up to.

Bye for now.

Marie.

Does any use Hodgins Mill WW pancake mix? I bought some and then read the ingredients have corn meal in it. sugar was 1 or less. I was tired of buckwheat ones.

And are soy nuts ok?

Jackie

Good Friday Morning! Sorry for not getting back to you yesterday afternoon, but it wasn't a good day for the arm and resting was much required, as I expect today may be. Dr. says to accept that this is a long term condition, the goal is to arrest the RSD in my right upper and lower extremities - 1. keeping it from spreading and 2. keeping it from progressing. I await worker's comp approvals to get further treatment and still don't know if I should be seeking legal assistance...

On a different note, my children really want a dog it would have to live outdoors, I would really like to get a mix, but have no idea what kind. Any suggestions as I know there are many dog lovers her on board? I realize this isn't sb related so instead of responding on the board maybe you could please email me ldblond@hotmail.com. THanks.

Hope everyone has a super fantastic day!

Mercy - Here's a recipe for Rice Pudding using cooked brown rice. I used to make this with regular long grain white rice using two cups rice. I find a bit less rice is better when using brown rice. I thought I'd put this recipe on the board but couldn't find it when I did a search.

1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
2 eggs
2 cups milk (I use 2%)
1/2 tspn salt
1/4 cup agave syrup (or sweetener of choice)
1/4 tspn Nutmeg or Cinnamon

Beat the eggs and add to the milk and mix with all other ingredients. Bake covered in microwave on medium power for about 15 minutes, or until set.

Jack-K - I don't know anything about the pancake mix but I have a good recipe for Buttermilk Pancakes made with sgww flour which is very easy to make and they taste really good. If you don't want to use buttermilk you can substitute regular milk with a spot of vinegar added. Let me know if you want me to post the recipe.

Marie.

Got this from ny niece. Thought we all could relate:

Quote for the day...

"Inside me, there's a thin woman trying to get out.

But, I can usually shut the b**tch up with chocolate."

Jackie

Boy it sure feels good to finally be feeling better. Still a little tired but wayyyyy better than the last few days. Thank you for the well wishes.

JoAnn Howdy! Are you familiar with the Sunbeam discount bread store in Conroe? You can get sugar free whole wheat or regular whole wheat for next to nothing. It's anywhere from 3 loaves for a dollar to 3 loaves for a dollar fifty...and it's pretty fresh too. It's off of the loop if you've never been. I agree with Jack K..I pretty much cook and eat things I use to before SB. I don't eat a lot of pasta or rice though. When I do I consider it a treat. My family doesn't whine if I made whole wheat lazagna or bell peppers stuffed with brown rice and goodies..so they are making a few changes with me. Sometimes it's hard because I know they will always eat things I can't..but hey..it's worth it not to carry around the extra person that use to live on this body. :)
Walmart has the best prices I've found to get the whole wheat products. If you know of another give me a shout.

Serene loved the picture of you all. It looks like you were having such a blast.

Deb ...yeah..glad the good side won for ya this morning. I need to get out myself before this weather moves in...but I can always work out even if it rains. Yesterday the kiddos had changed the steps on my pedometer..so it read extra miles..ugh..so I went for the minutes instead. I wish it was 6 miles in only 40 minutes..lol

Rosalie Thanks for the recipe..my husband loves sweet rice. I might have to spring this one on him sometime.

Idblond Hope you are feeling better soon. Praying you get fair treatment. And if you need a lawyer you get a good one.

Cherylco saying prayers for your moma. You did good only eating half a candy bar. It's hard to sit in the hospital and wait. That and they don't give you a lot of good snacking choices. You are doing so good with you WOE.

Jack K You go girl with all that exercising...pass some of that energy my way please. :D

Have a GREAT day!

Love,
Crystle

235/155/140

:eek: That picture!!! I am so glad I posted a NORMAL pic! Thanks Serene - you are funny!!! :s:

Monet - The storm was a dud - it never did anything but dump rain on us - no high winds, our thunderstorms that blow in that blow my trash cans down the street are A LOT WORSE!!! I am getting to where when they categorize Hurricane/Tropical Storm/Gale warnings - it is NUTTIN' - but when they say regular Storm Warning - I run to cover! :D Hope you have a good weekend and that your back is doing better.

Country - I am so glad that you are feeling better - missed your input on the board! :)

Rosalie - Thank you for posting that recipe to Mercy - this weekend I am going to make it :smug: because I have AGAVE!!!!

Idblond - Well, I have a greyhound, but they are not outdoor dogs....or I would try to help you....mine would freak out if I put her outdoors for more than 5 minutes! The WHOLE WORLD would hear her complain! :D As for the legal assistance, What you need to do is just call a lawyer that deals with WC specifically and ask them when you need an attorney to be involved.....they should be able to tell you that much on the phone - if they cannot - call another and another and another till you reach one that is nice - because if they are not nice, that is the way they will treat you if you hire them- if they answer you and are accomodating - that is a good sign..... I don't deal with WC so I cannot help you, plus I am in Florida.

Mercy - I bet you thought we looked just "Marvelous" - like "Marvelously Strange!"!!!!! :D

Cherylco - Sorry to hear of your mom's health - but I hope she recovers quickly. Meanwhile, you need to find a health food store and buy Belgium Dark Chocolate bars that are not sweetened with refined sugar - only ones sweetened by fruit juice or beet juice - at least that way you have real pure chocolate and no refined sugar if you are going to cheat on yourself that way - make you feel less guilty......Just my honest opinion....but dont make it a habit!!! it is so easy to do!!! Your weight loss is great - keep up the good work!!!!

Fillise - Hope things ease up with your work.... Being busy can be a good thing, but when it gets overwhelming the stress can get too much - so take it easy!!! Don't let your immune system run down and end up sick - since everyone's suffering from colds and stuff - you don't need that!

Jack-K - 66 degrees - what's that feel like????????????? hahahaha - I am totally green with envy over those temps!!!! It is still hot and humid here! Feels like a sauna when I go outside..... Great getting your exercise - you are such a good girl! I am sure you feel terrific too :)

Well I will start another post in a minute - I am at work and it is busyyyyyyy....

Sabrina

JoAnn - WELCOME!!! :cb: Great that you are losing so well and enjoying eating healthy - I love it as well - glad you joined us on the board!

Deb - To our fearless :queen: I just want you to know that this weekend I am going to try making Tabouli for the first time, Hummus as well, and use my AGAVE :D to make some desserts - see how it all comes out.... This way I can experiment, have fun in the kitchen, and I will of course use Serene and DS as my guinea pigs - as well as my co-workers. Today at lunch I went to the HFS and got tabouli, greek salad - and so did 5 other ladies at the office - they said that they have been losing weight ever since they noticed how I was doing! Feels great! They see that they can have something really good for lunch and LOSE weight because of it....

Sabrina

Hi All!!! I am new to this site and very excited to start. I started SB Aug. 23, 2002. I have only lost three pounds, but that is okay. Is this a slow weight loss WOE? Anyway, I will be asking alot of questions. I have been on every diet in the book, but can't seem to stick with 'em. I am starting at 170 but would like to get back to 130. Ugh!!! I just can't believe that I am up to a weight that I never thought I'd get to. Looking forward to good times together!!!

Rosemary aka...fortytude!!!:

Jack-K the H-mill WW pancake mix is awesome! I put in some nutmeg also, with a little
cinnamon and if you don't make it real thick the pancakes taste better. imho

Hello Fortytude...I don't know how slow this WOE makes weight loss...I actually lost weight fast but I was heavier when I started. But over all it's been an easy to maintain weight loss...I'm kinda stuck right now at 155 but that's probably my fault. :) I've gotten lazy since I've lost the weight. Hang in there..the results are way more than just the scales. Even though I'm still heavy my clothes size is an 8 to a 10.

Love,
Crystle

235/155/140

Welcome, and my experience is with this woe -

When things get slow I know it is because I am putting something in the meals that is too much, not enough, something - so journal what you eat - and then ask the ladies here for help..... you will definitely get the input needed to help you!!!!

So good luck and hope you use the board to your advantage and get yourself on a right track.....

:) Sabrina

Hey All:wave:

Not much to tell on my end. Did get the pictures back from Michael's party. Since I had a new (used) camera I'm first glad they even came out, didn't know if they would. Great camera I got for $3.00, but didn't quite use it well. I need to make sure I'm not as close as I was, some pics came out blurry:( I'll have to get the paper and post the link for those who'd like to examine my photography skills later.

Made a delicious brunch today. Desided to dig out some FF WW Flour Tortillas from the freezer and threw one on the iron griddle, topped with a little sauce, some spices and an ounce of cheese, sprinkled a tiny amount of chopped olives on half and heated it up on there til the cheese was nicely melted and gooey - delicious!!!!

FILLISE, I hope things settle down for you, not good to always be in such a rush and not have some quality time for yourself.

CHERYL, glad to hear your DM is doing well and hasn't let this get her down as it can so easily do, and just so. You are right, the alternative is far worse. Hope the radiation goes well for her. Seems that new scale is behaving well for you, though I did have to laugh at your typo on the weight loss:lol: My DD is also 14 and she too has a weight problem, lucky her to be following in her DM's footsteps:rolleyes: I wish your DD wonderful luck on SB. Lauren wants nothing to do with healthy eating. Like your DD, she LOVES white rice and eats it plain-ick!:eek:

MERCY, I know I have recipes for brown rice rice pudding. Funny that you should ask for one as I've been looking through some of my books for a good sounding recipe to make some as I've had a craving for it lately. Will try to find one and let you know.

ROSALIE, I do think you told me this before-tend to forget stuff at my age, you know:lol: I believe there's is the recipe that I tried and screwed up and gave up on. Maybe I should try another, or stick to doing the ww tortilla crusts. RICE PUDDING RECIPE sounds good. I use skim, do you think that would make a big difference?

JACKK, don't use that mix due to the ingredients. Even though it has 1 gram of sugar, you have to look at the ingredients as a whole. I rarely eat pancakes, just not something I fancy all that often, but if I do, I have the FEARN SGWW Flour Pancake Mix which is TOTALLY SB LEGAL, so you may want to see if anyone in your area carries this brand for the future. With the Hodgson's, I dobut in limited quantity it will kill you, so if you already have it use it from time to time and just see if you have any kind of a reaction to it. LOVED THE QUOTE!!!!

COUNTRY, glad to see you are feeling better today:D One thing I keep reading about in magazines is how people are trying to get in 10,000 steps a day (I believe that's the number). Do you wear your pedometer all day, or just when you exercise? I have one but have never used it-like so many things I have!

TRANQUIL, seems you are motivating others as you motivate yourself to lose the weight-good job girlfriend! So you'll be cooking and baking this weekend? What taboulli recipe are you going to use? Of course, I hope you use my famous hummus recipe. ;) I don't think I'd ever pass up a chance to be one of your guinea pigs-SERENE sure is lucky!!!

FORTYTUDE, http://members.aol.com/eldemila/sb_sign1.jpg
Glad you've decided to join our wonderful group (yes, I am surely biased, and honest). ONLY 3 pounds? Three pounds is great! Any pounds lost is great. I don't know if I would say this is a slow losing WOE, some seem to lose faster than others, just depends on you and your metabolism, I guess. I know there are a lot of diet plans out there where you may drop 6-8 pounds in a week but when you look at the bottom line of those diets you've probably starved yourself or limited your intake to not include certain food groups. At least with SB you not only eat healthy and in the proper ratios but you can live doing this the rest of your life. There aren't many other plans that can say that. It would be interesting to know in your past attempts why you think you weren't able to follow whatever plan it was before giving up-what have you learned from past experiences? I too have been in the same boat, but since being on SB I've learned so much about nutrition AND about myself and my body and I think these are a couple things that learning about them have helped me lose the weight and be able to keep it off for over a year. QUESTIONS, don't hesitate to ask, I've always said, this is truly a learning experience and you can't learn unless you ask. So ask away, we are all more than happy to help and throw out our 2 cents! Thanks for posting yor BIO on the BIO BOARD. It was nice to learn a little more about you. I think it's so cool you make soap and candles-someting I'd love to learn to do. Do you sell them to stores? Do tell more!!!! Once again, WELCOME!!!

LDBLOND, I hope this condition doesn't get worse and doesn't cause you so many problems. As for the dog, not that I have one, but I'd suggest going to the pound and trying to adopt a mix. Don't ever think you can't discuss anything on this board, including a new family member.

Okay, I think I'm dun caught up now!

Check in with you all later.

Debbie
194/129.5/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Good afternoon everyone... Went to Wal-Mart today and got the oil changed in my car and a little shopping.. Stopped and had a good reuben sand.. Now I'm busily trying to get that 64 oz. of water in..

Fillise-Oh I hope you don't get to stressed out gal.. You've got allot on your plate right now.. Take a deep breath....

cherylco-I'm so sorry about your Mother... I'll keep her in my prayers and you to.. Your weight is great. And good luck to your daughter...

Mercy-Howdy gal.. Sounds like you're busy busy..

Rosalie-Glad the roast turned out okay. Wish I had thought to put cabbage in mine..

Idblond- You might try going to the humane society and looking at the different dogs. I have a blue heeler and it adores my grandsons. She plays ball with them and is so smart..She'll even go blackberry picking with my oldest grandson. She loves blackberries to eat... I hope you get your workmans comp taken care of and feel better..

CountryMom-Hope you keep getting better and better...

Tranquil- Hope you have a good day at work..

fortytude- Welcome to this WOE.... SB is a great way to do it...

Guess I'll sign off. Sorry if I forgot anyone...I feel like I missed a page or something...

213/169/130

Monet- did you use your treadmill today......

Jack-K- You did great on the water.. I managed to get my 64oz. a day in.....

Me Again!

Getting ready to go to happy hour. But I havae great news. I just called my HFS and they have agave. So I will make a quick stop and stock up.:dance:

No big plans for the weekend, just a 50th bday party tomorrow nite. Hope they have some legal food. Think I'll call and ask what they are having. Is that rude? Oh well, they know what I am doing.


Serene, That was a great Friday Funny!! Looks like you all had a ball. I'm so jealous. BTW, you look pretty good as a blond. We want more pics!

Deb, Don't you find the good conscience wins out more and more now with this WOL. I sure do. Before I would just shrug off a bad choice on food or exercise. I really feel guily if I don't get out there or make a bad choice on food. I guess we are learning better habits. Couldn't tell from the pic if you were participating in the wigs. If yo did, it blended in the background. We want to see more!

Fillise, I hate that you are so busy and no time for yourself. Don't work yourself sick. You are doing great though with your eating. I guesss there isn't time to eat much. We willb e thinking of you even if you can't post. Hang in there. {{HUGS}}

Cherylco, So glad to hear good news about your mom. Sending prayers her way. Hope the radiation goes ok. I know there was a typo, but you lost 104 lbs.!! Wouldn't we all love that!. 4 pounds is still awesome. You are doing great. I'm so glad your DD decided to do SB. My DD just started too, (she is 19 & away at college). If nothing else, it teaches them how to eat right. I even told my DD that if they order pizza just to eat 2 pieces and count those as her carbs for the day. Sometimes you just have to make it work to fit you. Good luck for her. Thanks for the tip onthe pancake. I was worried about the corn meal in them.

LDBlond, Hope you are giving that arm a good rest. Is RSV like carpal tunnel or arthritis. I know you probably told us already, but I confuse everyone so much. I work with w/c here at work. If they are treating you fairly and getting you the care you want, you shouldn't need a lawyer. Sometimes that hurts your claim and you end up with the same settlement or less than you would normally get and then you owe the lawyers most of it. Just my humble opinion. Take care of yourself.

Rosalie, Yes, I would love for your to post the recipe. Is it on the board already? I do have a couple of recipes I got off somewhere, but I'm a convenience person.

Mercy, HI! Are you still drinking your H20?? Have a good day.

Country, So glad you are starting to feel better. A little exercise might help too.

Tranquil, THe pic is you!! That's how I have pictured you. Funny, crazy full of fun.

Fortytude, Welcome. This is a grat board and a great WOE. I started SB 11 months ago, and have lost 85 pounds. I have gone from a 22 to a 12. Never did that before. Beleive me, I have tried every diet. When I started I couldn't beleive what I weighed too. Now I look forward to dropping every pound. I have 25 to go (sur sounds better than the 110 when I started) but I will get there. This is so easy to do. Good luck. Looking forward to getting to know you.

Deb, I only eat pancakes once in a blue moon. Just had been to the waffle house last week and a waffle sounded sooo good, so I thought pancakes would fill the void. I just hate using all my carbs so early in the day. I thought of you when I read the quote, Not about the thin person part, but the chocolate part.


Have a great weekend everyone.

Jackie
257/172/145
10-10-01

Hello All!!!

Well, i'm off tonite cause i caught the cold you guys are passing around!!! I don't feel that bad, but i don't want to give it to my patients. I had a patient last friday night that had a cold and walla!! Working in a hospital makes me catch everything but a hot man!! heee, joking, love my dh very much!!

Jackkay-i think-i'm still trying to memorize and learn everyone, I LOVE THAT SAYING YOUR NIECE TOLD YOU!!

Bob---don't forget to cheer a little for the tide--my dh is unbearable when they don't win (which is often). hahahah

debbie--the roast was to die for!! i got up and dh had eaten what was left of it!! The applesauce really does something for it. I had a sweet potato with cinnamon and a salad and i was stuffed!!

I do have to admit that i had some bryers lite ice cream. See folks--i'm a recovering alcohol abuser (last drink was april 7th) so i crave sugar like crazy!! I GAINED WEIGHT INSTEAD OF LOSING WHEN I QUIT DRINKING BEER!!

WHAT A DUMBWIT!! i hit the wrong button and i'm not DONE YET!!

Anyway's i'm losing weight like a good girl and eating my toenails instead of eating, drinking or smoking. Just kidding--nice visual huh??

Everyone have a good weekend!!

LOVE AND COLLEGE FOOTBALL---debyj:smoking:

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!! :wave:


BOB is just ok today...this congestion is sitting right smack dab in the middle of my chest!
I'm hitting the rack early so I can rest...this morning would have been a good day to sleep in....the summer daylight is already gone and it's dark when I get up...can't wait for the time change..I like the fall time zone the best anyway!!! I think if I was JACKIE , I would live over in Indiana just to be able to have the fall time zone ...ALL THE TIME!!

JACKIE...be easy at that happy hour...I haven't been to one in a while....I might feel the need coming on really soon!!!!
Not rude at all for you to ask...if they care enough to invite you, they must care enough that you've already lost all that weight, so I really don't think it would be out of line to ask... ;)

FORTYTUDE...{{{{{{{{{{{{WELCOME}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} to our little corner of the board! Hope you can stick around...we sure are glad to have you!!


DEB DEB ...I finally bit the bullet and got WEIGHT COMMANDER !!! Guess I misunderstood you...it's $9.95 ONE TIME FEE...not every month!
Just wish I could have it on my computer at work too...but I can't figure out how to move it back and forth!


OH....JACKIE.....PAYTON and the rest of the COLTS are playing at 1pm on Sunday against the Jacksonville team!!! :smug: I'll be sitting right up on the TV watching little Payty Pie !!!! ;)

I've got no FRIDAY FUNNY...Jackie's was enough for all!! LOVED IT!
I might have to borrow that little clip!

DEBYJ....sorry, but I just can't root for BAMA ...it just hurts me too much....but I'll be watching!!! ;)

QUILTER??????????????????????????????????????????? ????????

TONI...I can NEVER do just a LITTLE SHOPPING at WALMART!! I love that place and I just can't get out under $100 :eek: I try not to visit too often!

CRYSTLE....{{{{{{DO YOU REALIZE THAT YOU'RE JUST ABOUT 20LBS FOR LOOSING 100LBS????}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}
YOU ARE DA BOMB GIRL!!!!!!

SABRINA...Have a really good weekend!!! I've now got the URGE for HUMMUS!!! Just look SW...you'll see a big ole gas cloud and know that I've made a big batch....I love TABOULI, but it's easier for me to run down to the ME store and buy theirs!! PUBLIX has a really good one in their produce dept...ever try that one?

ROSALIE....WELCOME BACK...you were missed...how are things on your end? Still able to swim and do your badmitton? Are these places inside where you go to do this? Glad you had a good time on your vacation...wish we could have seen you down here!!!

MONET....I'm like Deb...I'm going to have to stop and try out that ME place you go to...Is it out your way or more in the city?

SUSAN....DID YOU GET THE CHAIR?????

MISSY????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????

VIV....I love that SMOOTHIE recipe...I've passed it along to all my friends and I call it...VIV's MORNING FROSTY!!!!

Better get my lurking done so I can recline...Have a good weekend.

BOB





GO VOLS!!!!!

OH...GATOR????? WATCH OUT FOR THAT STORM SURGE FROM THE HURRICANE THAT'S ABOUT TO HIT THE SWAMP ;)

BOB

Just a quickie while I have a minute...

(Picture Debbie in a Jewish Confession Box) Don't know what happend, but that good vs bad conscience battle I had this morning with exercising this morning, well the two returned for a battle on wanting something to eat today and the bad won. Was craving something sweet, so got some SF cookies, that didn't do it. Got some SB LEGAL CHOCOLATE from the stash (haven't touched anything in a month), didn't quench the craving, ate some cheese, nah, didn't help, there was a little bit of ice cream left, about 1/2 cup, just made me want more (thank goodness we don't have any more), haven't a clue why I am craving this crap food tonight-hormones after TOM? Really not too worried though, I know come tomorrow I'll be back OP and back on track. Lucky it wasn't worse, it sure could of been. At least it didn't go on all day, just a couple hours:fr:


JACKK, great news on the agave. Hope they don't jack up the price. What are you planning on making? Had to laugh after reading your reply to me about good vs evil, as you see from my post above how evil (bad) sorta took over this evening! That little devil wanted to come out today in the worst way!:shrug: Yes, they had me participating in the wig wam, but I guess I just blended in.

DEBY, what do you do at the hospital? We have a few on the board that work in healthcare. Sorry you are coming down with something, don't blame me, THEY gave it to me as well!:rolleyes: Don't worry about the Breyers, you could do much worse, take it from me (but don't do as I do). Sometimes it just happens, and then you just have to jump back in the saddle and get back on track, just like I will tomorrow! Oh, if you submit your post by mistake, or need to make a change, just go to your post and hit edit and you can easily add, change or even delete your post:) Good for you on conquering the alcohol, you are making life changes that are so positive, you HAVE to be so proud of what you've accomplished and what you are accomplishing-CONGRATS!!!! Oh yes, and as far as eating your toe nails, well, at least it's better than eating your boogers!!!:lol:

BOB, come on! Do you think that I'd get something that I would have to pay $9.95 a month for-paleeseee! You should know me better than THAT!! Those Gators better watch out for the Hurricane that's going to hit Gainsville tomorrow! GO CANES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Not sure when ELI will be home, not sure what's going to be for dinner either. You'd think that I wouldn't even want to eat after all the crap I ate, but noooo, I'm hungry and I don't know what to eat at this point.

Tomorrow WILL be better!!!!!

{{{HUGS}}}

Deb

Here's another pic of the 3 Musketeers. I won't tell you what we were shoving in to our mouths:s:

Hey debbie--i'm a polysomnographic technologist---layman's terms---i watch people sleep--debyj

WOW Deb, that sure does sound might exciting! Or maybe I should say funny? I mean, it could be interesting to see what people do in their sleep, other than fart, snore, etc. How the heck did you decide on that profession? If you watch BB, what do you think about someone like Eric (thanks BOB) who talks up a storm in his sleep-it's funny, but then again, I couldn't imagine sleeping with someone who has conversations all night long!

H E L L O????? DEB?????? Roddy doesn't talk in his sleep....it was ERIC!!!!!!!

BOB

A little late but at least on the right day, here's my Friday Funny contribution:

Redneck Medical Terms

Benign......................What you be after you be eight.
Bacteria....................Back door to cafeteria.
Barium......................What doctors do when patients die.
Cesarean Section...A neighborhood in Rome.
Catscan....................Searching for Kitty.
Cauterize..................Made eye contact with her.
Colic..........................A sheep dog.
Coma........................A punctuation mark.
D&C..........................Where Washington is.
Dilate........................To live long.
Enema......................Not a friend.
Fester.......................Quicker than someone else.
Fibula........................A small lie.
G.I.Series..................World Series of military baseball.
Hangnail....................What you hang your coat on.
Impotent....................Distinguished, well known.
Labor Pain...............Getting hurt at work.
Medical Staff............A Doctor's cane.
Morbid......................A higher offer than I bid.
Nitrates.....................Cheaper than day rates.
Node.........................I knew it.
Outpatient................A person who has fainted.
Pap Smear..............A fatherhood test.
Pelvis.......................Second cousin to Elvis.
Post Operative.......A letter carrier.
Recovery Room.....Place to do upholstery.
Rectum...................Damn near killed him.
Secretion...............Hiding something
Seizure..................Roman emperor.
Tablet....................A small table.
Terminal Illness....Getting sick at the airport.
Tumor...................More than one.
Urine.....................Opposite of mine.
Varicose..............Near by/close by

BOB - Thanks for the welcome back. I officially retired at the end of July but I am back working again. But now I don't have any regular hours, just go in when they need me and if I feel like it. Don't want work to interfere with my other activities. :lol: I still swim occasionally and play badminton usually three times a week. I've also been doing some lawn bowling during the summer but that will end at the end of the month. I've signed up for Tai Chi and some weight training but that doesn't start until the beginning of October. All activities are inside. I almost don't have time to work. :jig: Sorry to hear you are sick again. Hope you are feeling better soon. I can see you are happy the football season has started again.

Jack-K - I've posted the recipe for the Buttermilk Pancakes. I put it under Breads/Grains/Cereals. Hope you enjoyed the happy hour.

Deb - Loved your medical list.

Have a good weekend everyone.

Marie.

Debbie--watching people sleep can be quite funny!! I won't go into details. When i first went into the sleep field i thought it would all be dreams and research. NOT!! The sleep field is very interesting-there are over 100 sleep disorders out there. The main one is of course sleep apnea. Sleep apnea occurs when air passages get blocked and the patient quits breathing. This can do wonders on the heart, lungs and brain, which i'm required to be watching at all times eg. eeg, emg, ekg, etc...---

Most of my patients are overweight AND if you are pre-gastric bypass, you have to have a sleep study to qualify for the surgery!! Can you believe that?? Main reason is, most people that are considerably overweight have sleep apnea and should be treated. Now, don't everyone get all excited here-----don't go to bed thinking that ya ain't breathing. Most people that have sleep apnea are symptomatic (tired all the time, fall asleep a lot, very loud snoring). If you have these symptoms i suggest you let your physician know and he will recommend a sleep study. A lot of times when treated people feel so much better that it aids in their weight loss efforts.

okay-sorry for the dissertation(sp)----now you know what i do for a living----debyj:D

Thank you for caring about my condition. Briefly, I have a repetitive motion injury in my right hand and wrist (that's why my one handed posts are so short) anyhow, this injury progressed into a pain syndrome called RSD. Here's the shortest description I could find (and it's lengthy):

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome is a progressive disease of the Autonomic Nervous System that can follow a simple trauma (fall or sprain) a break or fracture (especially wrist and ankle) a sharp force injury (such as a knife or bullet wound), heart problems, infections, surgery, RSI/CTS, spinal injuries/disorders, or major trauma.

It is a multi-symptom condition affecting one, two, or sometimes even all four of the extremities. It can also be in the face, shoulders, back, eyes, and other areas as well. It may spread from one part of the body to another regardless of where the original injury occurred; and RSD can spread in up to 70% of the cases.(1)

In a small number of cases it can become Systemic or body-wide. RSDS is an involvement of nerves, skin, muscles, blood vessels (causing constriction and pain) as well as bones.

ANYONE can get RSDS. There are millions of Women, Men, and Children across the United States with this disease. It affects women many more times than men, maybe as high as four or five to one, and affects all age groups from 3 to 103.

for more information http://www.rsds.org

Please, I didn't share this for sympathy, I actually come here to sb for your support and encouragement to live life to it's fullest.

LDBLOND

I'm happy to report I am back down to 154 (150 on the old scales)! Woo hoo...that makes me feel better. I know I need to throw out the old scales but they have been with me since the beginning. :) The face isn't even glued down anymore..lol

I decided not to walk yesterday and did a workout vidoe instead. Alwasy a good reminder I still have a ways to go before I am in really good shape. We also shot out bows last night. I don't know if it was from being sick or what but I had major form break and kept wacking my arm...ouch...but I was on when it came to the target.:) The competive side of me will take the wacks for the good score.

Debj What an interesting job. I bet you meet all kinds of people.

Bob ((HUGZZ)) I sure hope you feel better soon.

Rosalie I'm beginning to see a pattern here with those who are retired...you almost need a break from the business of retirement. :) Do you have any special plans now that you are retired?

Deb I wish I had a chocolate stash..the whole time I've been sick I've been battling the desire for sweet things. I only wear the pedometer when I walk. The stride isn't set exactly right but I have a pre-set mile to judge against and what it's set at measures up right. For three miles or there abouts I walk app. 5300 to 5800 steps...sometimes I go a little over the 3 miles. And almost always it takes 40-42 minutes. I'm hoping to do better come this winter. I haven't tried to run in so long because of the heat. I just can't do it. You ladies that do amaze me.

Jack K I think the exercise did help...had to major push through it ...but I think it was better than just sitting around feeling poorly. How did the party go?


Toni Did I read that you recently got a hair cut? If so how did you get it cut?:)

((((((((Everybody))))))))))) Have a super weekend.

Love,
Crystle

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Good Sat. morning everyone.. Well the laundry is in the washer and I've done my treadmill so guess my day has started.. Its going to be blistering hot here in Missouri today so better get everything done early.. I've got one heck of a rare headache so will try to shake that...

Jack-K- Thats great your HFS has agave.. Hope you buy them out... Gee I haven't been to happy hour in years.. Hope it was fun..You also have a party to go to and yes I would call. I wouldn't mind a bit if someone did that..

debyj- Sorry about your cold.. Hope it gets over quick... I'm so glad you liked the roast recipe.. Everyone thats tried it seemed to really enjoy it.. Good for you on the alcohol!! You sure have to be strong to take that bull by the horns... You'll do great on SB.... All these great changes in your life is exciteing... Your job sounds so interesting..

Bob- You are having a heck of a year with the illnesses. Your resistance must be really down... I hope this congestion clears up soon and you're back to your old self.. Rest well..

Debilli- Boy don't you hate when that happens!! Where in the world do those cravings pop from?? Hope today is a better day... Love the funny... Did you get them from here? (Missouri)

Rosealie- Wow Tai Chi sounds like it would be a fun class to take... You sound like you have way to much fun... I would love to try lawn bowling too..

Idblond- Thank you for telling us about RSDS.. I had never heard of it... How are you liking SB?

CountryMom- Yep did get a hair cut and boy do I look better... Hope you're feeling better..

Well guess I'm done.. Will check back in afterwhile.. Think I'll go make brunch cause I haven't eaten yet...Have a great Sat.

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It's a cloudy day here in NTX. Fay is hugging the coast, but maybe we'll get some rain from her. Hope you are blessed with rain, but no damaging flash floods and wind, Crystle and JoAnn!

We are sad at our house today. Our beloved Brittany Spaniel, Molly, is not doing well and is apparently at her end. She hasn't eaten in several days, is very weak and not responding when we say her name. She is drinking water, tho and she will get up to walk outside when she needs to potty, but just stands and waits for us to pick her up to bring her back inside. And she's breathing heavily. She's 11, is my DDs dog and is the sweetest thing in the world. She doesn't appear to be in any pain, or we would take her to the vet. That's a decision we are leaving with Bec. She's 17 and loves her dearly, so it's a hard one for her to make. Gracious, we are facing the same situation and know how you and your family felt last week.

Deb, Deb, Deb: You sound like some of my students talking to Debj about watching people sleep!:lol:

LDBlond: Keep up the faith, girlfriend. We are all thinking about you and sending good toughts and {{{{{{HUGS}}}}} to you!

BOB: Hope you are comfy and ready for FOOTBALL . I have to listen to my Midshipmen over the internet today. For some reason, they just don't think Navy football is important here. The Navy defensive co. was at NCS and that's who they play today. It should be very interesting. NCS is a bit worried, as well they should be. If Navy pulls off the win, it will be the first home victory that the firsties (seniors) have seen. DS says their stadium is cursed. Hope they break it today!!!!:strong:

Jack-K: I used that HM insta-bake to make WW biscuites. There is unbleached flour, I noticed the last time I made some, so I won't buy it again. Like you, I don't eat pancakes and biscuits much. But once in a while, I just crave them. I made the last batch last night, ate 2 and shouldn't have, then froze the rest in a zip-lock bag. I just pull one out, warm it up in the microwave when I'm needing a starchy carb. I need to find that Fearn mix that Debbie told you about.

Deb: Did you ever find any info on whether there's a difference in the wild agave and the blue? I ordered some from Golden Tropical and it's the wild. I figured there shouldn't be too much difference, since it is from a cactus plant, too. Just wondering.

Serene, Tranquil: I am so jealous of you two. You have such a good relationship and support of a great friend. My BF lives about 40 minutes away and we have such a hard time keeping in touch. I had to move away and although I didn't go far, it was enough to prevent us from seeing each other. We were in the same town, teaching at the same school, but life got in the way.

Toni: You are doing great, woman! You'll be catching up with me pretty soon. I'm stuck.

Debj: If I haven't done this already, WELCOME! This is a great place for support. I've been on SB for a year and have lost 36 pounds. I'm more than halfway to my goal, but have slowed down a great deal. I am still losing inches, so that tells me I'm losing body fat. My biggest challenge with this lifestyle is exercise. It's not a favorite thing. I've always been busy running my kids around, teaching schoool and doing stuff for the family. I've tried and tried to discipline myself, but I can't be consistent.

JoAnn: Welcome to you, too. Another TX gal, that's wonderful. You'll love our corner of cyberspace.

Speaking of TX gals, Trishaloo, Where are you??? And Pravda, and YellowRose? Crystle, Tina and I need you!!!:angel:

Fortytude: I like that. I think I'll have an over-fortytude this week!! Anyway, welcome to our corner of the cyber-universe. It's a great place to spend your free time. And believe me, you can spend ALL of your time here is you're not careful. I wasn't able to read posts for a couple of days and WOW! Good thing my Saturday isn't hectic this weekend.

Cherylco: Prayers for your mom's recovery. I'm glad to hear she has an upbeat attitude. I believe our attitude and positive outlook gives our body just what it needs to mend.

Jenn: Are you feeling better and better?:grouphug: Congrats on the house. How many more days til the wedding? Less than a month, yet?

Monet: Why is it so much more difficult for moms to raise daughters than sons? My DD who I love dearly, just drives me crazy. She thinks that she's moving out next summer as soon as she graduates. Now, this beautiful young woman has never worked a real job for one day of her life and I don't know how she thinks she's going to live on her own!:dizzy: ( wish I could put blond hair on that smilie!)

Rosalie: Did you enjoy your trip? Didn't you go to Branson? Did you see lots of shows?

Crystle: WTG with the Bow! (I'm such a poet:lol: ) You're good to use your new scale so faithfully. I'd be using those old numbers just because they look better.

BKM: How's DS? Is he really ready for football so soon?

Gator: Bonjour, como c'est va? I know that's not spelled correctly, so I did it phoentically. That's about all I remember from HS!.

Beth: Has DS found another girlfriend yet? Or is he still liking the one from the first week of school? How's he liking middle school? Is your baby still liking his school?

McJJ: Hope you don't mind the abbreviation. Hope you've had a good week. I like to eat most anything, (hence the weight!:o ) I love to grill all kinds of meat. We've never done a lot of fried stuff, thank goodness. And that comes from a deeply rooted southern belle! My latest favorite snack is 1/2 c LF or FF cottage cheese mixed with frozen berries ( blue, black, straw, or rasp) with couple of packs of Splenda. If I'm really hungry, I'll mixed a few pecans in. It's refreshing, filling and satisfying.


It's time to go check on my dear Molly. She's downstairs and I'm sill using the upstairs desktop. BUT, the Dell technician is coming Monday to repair my laptop!

Take care y'all,
Jeanie :genie:
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HiedieHo All!

Boy! Miss a day or two and you lose it! So many posts!

I have been so busy. Besides my usual activities I am gathering stuff to pack for my trip. I leave Tuesday a.m. I'm not packed, except toiletries, book, etc. Can't do clothes yet.

I am not going to even try to answer all the posts. I see there are some newcomers and I welcome you wholeheartedly. You will find wonderful support, great cyber-friends and good ideas.

I saw some were lamenting slow weight loss. When I was in hospital last year the dietician came to see me. I had requested SB and apparently the kitchen had a problem with it! Anyway, she said that losing slow is best. That most people that lose slowly will keep the weight off. That is good to have a steady loss and then to stall, it's the body's way of getting used to the change.

On the subject of dogs. I have had purebreds and mutts. Dogs are like people, some are really smart...we a collie that was like Lassie, and some are really dumb.......we had another collie that was as dumb as dirt! I think I would go to pound and browse until I find one that struck my fancy. I can feel for the ones who have had to put a beloved family member down. My dogs lived to a ripe old age and it really hurt to make the decision. I would never have a dog that could not be in the house. I had to do that when I was a kid, my mother would not let an animal in the house except cats. When I was on my own the dog lived with us.

Hope all the "colds" people are feeling better. That the Mom who had surgery is doing well aqnd that LDBLOND is able to cope with her pain. I was really interested in your post. Also of the one from the sleep expert. I love to learn new things!

Glad the Brown Rice Pudding was posted. I love rice pudding. I used to make one using uncooked rice that took forwever to cook. This is so much easier.

Will have to check out some HFS on my trip. See if I can find things I can't get here.

Well things to do. Tomorrow will be busy as there is church, a HFH dedication, then the installation of our new pastor at church again. So will hardly be home all day. Will try to post a goodbye on Monday.

Shirley

HI ALL!!!

Well up and moving and having to go get DS from friends' to take him shopping. For "Brunch" I made myself a whole wheat pita pizza - it was yummy.... and a large glass of Seltzer...that is my way of getting water ;) I woke up looking awful - puffy! My belly puffy, everything - even the puffy headache - so lets say the SCALE has not been good to me!!!! AHHHHHH!!!!!! For all the salads and tabouli and healthy food I have eaten - somewhere the salt has puffed me or hormones - I am UP 5 lbs!!!! Oh well, life goes on and I will remain OP!

JRed - I am sorry you are having trouble with your precious pupper's health - so sad when they get sick..... I do feel very fortunate to have a supportive BF so close to me..... Living in a transient state such as Florida, you find that friends come and go because they are always on the move.... but I have been finally lucky enough to get one that has roots here! Hopefully some gorgeous hunk of a man doesn't wisk her away from here!!!! :D

Toni - I got laundry that needs to be done as well! I will make dinner if you will come over and help me! I despise laundry! and same goes for ironing!!! Good for you on the treadmill - see you are keeping up with it - that is so terrific!!!! Lucky YOU!!!!!

Country - Way to go on the Loss!!!!! You have a good weekend too!!!!!!!!

LDBlond - OUCH!!!!!!!!!! Even if you dont want it, you have my sympathy - hope you are able to heal.

BOB & Deb - Gators better chomp chomp and spit those Huricaines back down South!!!! They have two more weeks to get in tip top shape to meet the Bob's Big Orange!!!!! :cb:

Well I will keep you all posted on the outcome of Rosalie's Brown Rice Pudding and Deb's SF Cheesecake and Deb's Hummus, along with my recipe of Tabouli I got from the HFS here in town....

Ta Ta, Sabrina

AFTERNOON EVERY BUDDY!!!! :wave:


BOB is pulled up to the TV watching
OLE MISS and Memphis....this is getting me revved up for the action in the SWAMP at 5p.m. If I'm lucky, the
HURRICANES will BLOW the GATORS out to SEA That way when they make their climb into the mountains of EAST TENNESSEE in two weeks, their little scaley feet will be sore and not able to run after all the VOLUNTEERS as they slide into the CHECKERBOARD ENDZONE at NEYLAND STADIUM :cp: :cp: :cp: :cp:

JEANIE...Ya know, the only time we ever get to see the MIDSHIPMEN play is when the ARMY-
NAVY game is on at the end of the season. Hope they do ok today...
My boys play MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE, and they are as easy to beat as everyone thinks...
The VOLS will have to stay on their toes today...they also lost a good player for the season last week. WOE is BOB :(

DEB...I see you've been [i]yard saling again...MY GRADE SCHOOL ENGLISH BOOK FROM KENTUCKY!!!! ...If you remind me, I'll autograph it the next time I'm down there ;)

SABRINA....girl you've got some cooking to do...are you setting up a brunch buffet tomorrow or something? I've waited until today to make my hummus...I'll have it while I watch the game...

WENDY....I'll be watching at 5p.m. the CAINES have already blown into the SWAMP ...now we will see if they are as good as they claim :s:

ROSALIE...man, you are busy! I'll be anxious to hear how you like your work out...thanks for the recipe..I'll give that a try.I love rice pudding.

TONI...I agree...I've got to start EATING more vitamin C & D...I've had my share of runny noses this year...AND LET ME TELL YOU
about my rest....I stayed in bed until 11:30 a.m. !!! It felt so good that when I got up to take SKEETER out this morning, I climbed right back in and snuggled...

CRYSTLE....thanks for the well wishes...I need all the help I can get!

LARA...good thoughts for well wishes...FEEL BETTER FRIEND!!!

DEBJ....are you ready for todays game??? GO VOLS!!!


OK...I'm off for now...

BOB




GO....BIG...ORANGE!!!!

I have tried 8 times over 2 days to get on the board and post but each time it freezes and I have to reboot. I am going to try this short one once....

jred- Sorry to hear about your dog. I know just how you and your family feels. My heart goes out to your daughter because I remember when I was 18 we had to put down our German Shepherd that I had from age 5 to 18. We lived rural and she was truly my best friend and playmate my whole life. {hugs to your family}

MONET-Thanks for the info. I have some A Beka and I wanted some more ideas to work with.

We had our Corn Roast last night and it was a great success. There were over 50 people there with lots of food, fun and fellowship. I stayed legal to boot!

I am going before this thing freezes again. On Friday, it wouldn't even let me read the blooming board before it froze, so I guess this is better!

Hi Everyone,

Just took a break from football. Had to come down and turn on the radio to listen to my cats. They Won BIG today.:cp:
Doing some laundry and DH took me out for a nice big salad for lunch. Ceasar salad with sirloin in it. Delish. Going to have a lite dinner in case there is food at the party. I'm taking my ww bun and some triscuits with me too.

Debyj, Hope your cold is better today. Ala is winning as I'm watching. My Wildcats are winning big too! Congrats on giving up the alcohol. I know that is a tough battle. I need you to come watch me sleep. My eye Dr told me I sleep with my eyes open. Wouldn't I be awake??

Bob, Wish you were feeling better. Had too much wine at happy hour and when DH saw the bill, he agreed. Oh well, gotta splurge every once in awhile. I'll be watching Peyton Sunday for sure. What's WEIGHT COMMANDER???

Deb, thinking of making your cheesecake. aven't had any since Jan. I got 4 bottles of agave. I'll go back next week again if they still have it. $5.09/ a bottle. Just as long as your weakness didn't last long you'll be ok. I'm sure you're right back OP today. Loved the pic, but do tell what is the goodie???

Rosalie, I bet you really enjoy your weight training class. I sure do. Have fun. Good thing your retired with all your activities.

LDblond, Thanks for the explanationof RSD. Very interesting. I'm surprised more people don't have it. I sure hope they can get yours under control before it spreads. {{HUGS}}}

Country, You only have 14 more to get to goal How wonderful. You have done awesome. Glad the scale is moving. I think I would bronze that old scale as a memento.

Toni, Happy hour got too happy. I usually have 2 glasses of wine, tonight I had 4! I dranks tons of water afterwards though. Hope I flushed it out. We only had a few buffalo wings for dinner. Hoping that helped.

Jred, Man I would love to have a bisquit. I did get a receipt off of sweet talk board that was only ww flour and milk. Sounds easy, just not sure if they would be good. I need to try them. So sorry about your dog. They become members of the family and the loss is very hard. Prayers for you and your DD.

Sef, Have a wonderful time on your trip.

Tranquil, Sorry your are so "puffy" today. Drink, drink, drink, and it will goaway fast.

Gracious, good for you staying OP at the corn roast.


well got to run and take my DD to the Dr to get her stitches out of her hand. No matter how old they are, they still need their momma. :love:

Have a good weekend.

Jackie
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10-10-01

Hi y'all from RAINY NETX!:) We just had a whopper of a storm come thru. Lots of wind and rain.

JEANIE: I'm here. Still stuffed up and coughing. I've taken so much meds for it that I feel really drugged. I've slept most of the day. And that's what I'm going to do now. Back to veg in the bed.

Jackie, WGT COMMANDER is a program to track your weight loss. Debbie has used it for ever..you're able to go back last year and look at what you were eating,, etc...well worth $9.95. You don't have to pay for it right away. You use it for a period of time and then if you like it there are instructions what to do and they will bill you for the $$
www.weightcommander.com
Take a look at it and you'll see..it's great!

BOB

BOB: See what I mean about Navy-Marine Memorial Stadium being cursed? WE LOST 65-12!!

Tina: We haven't gotten any rain, yet. Heard thunder, now I'm just hoping to hear the pitter-patter on the roof. We need the rain.

Thanks to all with concerns for our Molly. I think it's renal failure. She's sleeping now and we're just watching, coaxing her to drink, but she absolutely refuses to eat anything. Poor baby.

Have a great Saturday night, everybody.

Jeanie

Evening All:wave:

A really quick quickie-ELI was off today (unusual for him on a Sat), so no time to post, will have to catch up tomorrow evening when everyone is gone. Just wanted to say hello as well as:


HOW 'BOUT THOSE CANES!!!!!!!:D


Nite!!!!

:queen: Debbie

A quick post to let you know I'm still here. My eating was great all week UNTIL today. I went way overboard with the Coco Puffs:o I don't know why I sabotaged this WOE today- but I'm feeling quite crappy because of it. Just hoping it didn't do too much damage. What kind of rice is legal? I know brown basmati is, but I don't really like it. Are there others that are okay? And does anyone have a legal recipe for macaroni and cheese that actually tastes good and even the kids like it?



236/228/165

It's a quiet morning reading the online papers and visiting you before I head over to the church.

But first I have some trash talking to do!!!!!:s:

J-Red---Your team played MY team yesterday. Give your self more credit--y'all actualy scored 19 points (not 12) against our 65!!!!!!! Yesssireee--it seems the Wolfpack set all kinds of records yesterday. GO PACK!

BOB--What do you mean hoping for J-Red's team to do well?????? I may actually have to pull for Gator's team in a couple of weeks!:s:

Gator--so sorry. I actually hate Miami more than I hate UF, so I was rooting for your team. Really, one of the few times I ever root for UF--maybe when you head to TENN (see above).

Any Bama fans out there ?----heheheh. Sing along with me--Boomer Sooner, Boomer Sooner, Boomer Sooner, Boomer Sooner!

Jack-K and Missy, glad your teams did well!

OK, now I got the trash talk out of my system, I can go to church and be good.:angel:

Deb--I also need one of them Presbyterian confessionals--I fell hard yesterday. Not surprising given the state I have been in lately. Just got to get right back on the wagon and it won't have a long-term effect.

I appreciate everyone's concern. My pastor took me to lunch to celebrate my birthday on Friday. He took one look at me and wanted to know if we needed to move my leave forward. Oh yes! So it may start a week, perhaps even two weeks earlier (that would be next Monday!):D

OK got to go--time to shower and get dressed.

Have a good day everyone!

Susan

WoW!!!! I can't believe all the responses. Makes me feel great!! I did not get to check in yesterday, (Sat). My hubby and I were in a golf tourney. I won $370. for being closest to the pin!!! Yeah!!! Very exciting!! Hope everyone has a fantastic day and I will write more about things and myself later, off to church. Take care!! (Oh, by the way, the leaves have already started changing here in Colorado.......so nice!) Talk to you all later and thanks again for the warm and wonderful welcome!!!

Rosemary......fortytude!!!!

Hi ya'll,

Looks like I will never get caught up with posts so thought I'd just sneak in for a quick check in. Life has been very busy this week and I haven't had a chance for a decent post. I have been trying to read and at least keep up with what is going on. This will be short but I will try to get in a few.

I am realizing that when I don't check in here very often, then it is harder to stay OP for me. I haven't really been cheating, but just eating too many carbs. I chatted with Quilter just a few minutes ago and she's had a hard time this week also. We made a pact with each other to lay off the carbs and exercise at least 3 days this week. Exercise is a big deal for me since I don't do it. I figure I get enough just lifting myself off the sofa! :lol: Anyone else that is struggling or at a stall, then please feel welcome to join us in our mission this week.

Gee Deb, I don't know what CANES you are talking about?? :rolleyes: CANDY CANES maybe??? Its still a little early for Christmas, don't you think? :lol:

j red, so sorry to hear about your beloved Molly. It might be worthwhile just to take her to the VET and get an opinion. My greyhounds are so stoic that I can never tell if they are in pain. They just never show it. I know how it tugs on your heartstrings as our pets become like family. On a lighter note, what you said about having a BF close by is so true. Tranquil and I are so blessed to be such great friends and a support one another. I don't know what I would do without her and somehow she manages to put up with me! ;) You must feel a huge hole in your heart, being away from your BF! {{{HUGS}}}

BOB, now don't get cocky because our Gators lost yesterday. They just want to make TN think they are no good so they can't put a hurtin' on em in two weeks!:p

Tranquil, you are silly girlfriend! I'm not going anywhere! I wouldn't mind some gorgeous hunk sweeping me off my feet, however, he will just have to leave in town afterwards! :D I can't wait for that declicious dinner you are fixin for tonight!

fortytude, welcome! Sorry I haven't had the chance to give you a proper hello before now. Looking forward to getting to know you!

Well, I really have to get to work, so I'd better get off this puter!
Hi to everyone I've missed.

Take Care!
Wendy

Hmmm...seems safe...only froze once today! Things are good here and we are finishing off all the food from the corn roast still. I had a few people over after church today to help with depleting the supplies.

FORTYTUDE-Welcome to the board. I have been having some computer problems so I wasn't able to welcome you before. I live in New Brunswick, Canada..on the east coast..and our leaves are starting to turn now too. It is beautiful here with all of our trees, especially the Maples which turn such a brilliant red...like good Canadian trees! :)

See you all on Monday!

Good afternoon everyone. Hope you're having a nice Sunday... Both my DH and I are on our computers. We also watched a movie this morning so we're taking it easy! Can't believe this is Sunday already..

j red- Oh I'm so sorry about your dear Molly.. My dogs are old and I know what a part of the family they become.. I seem to be stuck to at the place I'm at in my weight.. Don't know what I can do to move the scale.. I'll hope again for this week..I can tell this last 39 is going to be far harder than the first 44..

Sef- Guess you're really busy packing today.. I hope you have a wonderful trip... Enjoy yourself...

Tranquil- What do you dip your hummus with? I've yet to find whole wheat pita's here so what else would you dip it with.. I'll have to check the HFS and see if maybe they have some there. I'll gladly do your laundry and ironing if you'll cook dinner.. Seems like lately everything I cook comes out awful..Hope you get rid of that fluid retention.. Doesn't that drive you crazy to know you've eaten well and still not lost. But you've got till Wed...

Bob-Glad you're getting some rest.. Hope you enjoy the game today or is that yesterday? See how much I know!!!

gracious- Oh know I'm so sorry about your computer.. Wonder whats up with it... How neat a corn roast. And you stayed legal to boot. Good for you....

Jack-K- Wow how great to take your own food... You go girl.. No wonder you do so well. The Ceasar salad sounds wonderful.. Glad you enjoyed happy hour.... Opps on the wine..

music teach- Hope you're still resting today and are feeling better... What a way to start the school year!!!

Debilli- Hope you had a nice Sat. with Eli.

heartmom- Jump back on and forget about the cocoa puffs... Its done... I bought a box of Hodgeton Mills mac and cheese in a box. The mac is whole wheat but I just can't bring myself to try it..

Fillise-I hope you get your leave early.. Next Monday would be nice.. Hope you had a nice Sunday service and a really good day..

fortytute-Congrads on your golf tour. and winning the 370. !!!! I can't believe the leaves are already starting to change. Here in Missouri we're green and hot.. Someone needs to shut this summer button off here!!

Serene- I agree with you I don't do as well unless I check in here. It keeps me motivated... I may have to join you on the no carbs and exercise. I'm worried I'm stalled..

Well need to go and write my son thats in the army.. He's in S.C. training to be a drill sargent and his family is in Colo. so he's lonesome.. Have a great afternoon.

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Howdy Gracious guess we were posting at the same time...

AFTERNOON EVERY BUDDY!!!!


WOE IS BOB!!!!! Here's my take on yesterday's game....listen up and read fast cause you're only gonna see it once and only will read it here......

I don't think that my VOLS can BEAT the CAINES or GULP!!!! GATORS!!! :dizzy: :dizzy: :dizzy: :dizzy:

I'm gonna be yelling till I'm hoarse on both of those days, and I might have to have my brother DON HIS UNIFORM FROM THE 60's just to have some extra help!
I usually don't talk my boys down, but both of these teams were damn good!!!!! AND WENDY...you know DARN WELL we're not
talking Christmas Candy here !

SUSAN...I had NO IDEA that JEANIES MIDSHIPMEN had come to AUBURN :eek: :chin:
Oh..yea....DEBBIE doesn't even KNOW WHAT A PRESBYTERIAN IS!!
You'll really have to coach her thru that one! :lol:

Pretty quiet around here today....

BOB

BOB--LOL, I loved the pix of the donkey. You're too kind about the Gators. If they play like they did yesterday, the Vols will cruise. We saw it firsthand. Other than the defense, offense and special teams, they played pretty good!! Actually, during the first quarter they looked OK, but after that, ugh. Zook is no Spurrier. I have seen the passing of an era and I am afraid we will go back to being the kind of team we were B.S.
BTW, all SB board members, I want you to notice that even our leader gets into the thick of things when it comes to the team she is rooting for. Deb, did you go to school there? If so, when did you attend? Miami has had a good team for a long time and I was thinking that they probably good when you were there too.

We actually had a nice weekend. Stayed at a great place. Took good friends with us. Had a lovely courtyard with fountain to enjoy outside our sunporch door. Good food. The game was the only downside to a wonderful time.

Gotta go. Have our Sunday night meeting. Will talk tomorrow.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEL!!! :hb: :cp: :hat: :gift: :grouphug:

I feel lucky to share this day with you a also a dear friend from church. Hope you're having a great day.

I just finished a long post & lost it in cyber space!:?: Will try again.

Since I lost the first post in cyberspace, I'll try this again, but I know it won't be as good as the first one. Anyway.....

DH & I took off to New Orleans Friday morning & met up with Red1 & her DH Ed outside of Cafe' du Monde. Took up like we were old friends. She is a beautiful red head. You would all love her! And Ed is just as nice. The four of us hit it off. We never even noticed the smell of the beignets. LOL Cyndi had checked with her friend & found that there was a nice place about a block from our meeting point, so we headed off to Frank's, an Italian place that had tables out on a balcony over looking Decatur Street where all the shops & tourist places are.

We got a table outside & enjoyed the cool but humid air while we waited for our food. Cyndi & I both order salads, hers was a chef salad & I got the Buffalo Mozarrela & tomato salad with balsamic vinegarette dressing. Pretty good. Ed order the stuff jalepena peppers & DH ordered the chicken paremsean which looked like it was served in a platter instead of a plate!:yikes: But you know, he ate every bite! As soon as our food came, so did the rain, so we were forced to go inside to eat. We waited out the rain while we visited & got to know each other better.

Then we walked out into a shop next door & took the pictures. As soon as the rain slacked off enough, we headed for the French Market & browsed around. We spent about 2 & 1/2 hrs together, then parted company. Cyndi & Ed were off to a hunting camp around Zachary, LA while we headed out of N.O. in all the traffic.

Since we drove all that way, DH said we might as well spend the night somewhere. We saw this ad in the New Orleans street map for accomadations at Oak Alley Plantation. They have some cabins for rent in the back of this beautiful Anti-bellum house. Anyway, he said call there & see if they have an opening, so I did. What a wonderful birthday treat for me! We got there around 4PM, got a salad from their snack bar before it closed & brought it back to the cabin for later, then walked the grounds of this beautiful place. It's way out of the way, very quiet & serene. No TV or phones in the cabins even. Old time white iron frame beds, really took me back to the old days when I was growing up, except a lots more fancy than we ever had. LOL Here is a link to their web site so you can see what it looks like!

http://www.OakAlleyPlantation.com/

Had a good night's rest then toured the plantation house the next morning before we left. On the way home we stopped off in Lafayette to eat a late lunch & I saw they were having a big sale at Stage's next door to where we ate. I told Thurman to go ahead with dessert & I'd look at the sale items instead of being tempted with the desserts. Girl, did I find some bargins!!!
I bought 3 jackets, a pair of slacks & 3 blouses for less than the orginal cost of the matching slacks & jacket! Expensive dessert I guess, but did it make my day! HeHeHe.

Since I could not get the pictures decreased to a size good enough to post, I uploaded them to my MSN Photo page with the other vacation pictures. Here is the site.

http://groups.msn.com/SugarBusterGals/pictures

We had a wonderful visit with Red1 & her DH. If any of you ever get the visit & meet any of the other SB gals from the board, you'll be glad you did.

This has truely been a blessed 3 day week end. A really nice Birthday treat for me. Then to top it off, DH took me to lunch after church. And to top that, I have exciting news to share. I have been down to my NEWEST LOW SINCE FRIDAY!! 132 :cp: :dance:

MELF and MEL....HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!

O....I'm ashamed...I'm so sorry that I forgot your birthdays....

Hope you both are having a good day and didn't eat too much cake :eek:

BOB



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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEL AND MELF!!!! :hb: :gift: :grouphug: :chockiss: :queen:
That's hugs and kisses there, just in case you didn't know. :)

Fillise: I had no idea you were my enemy this week!!! Poor Mids, just messed up too much too soon to come back. At least they kept playing. In years past, they would have just folded.

BOB: It was NCState whatever they are. And they came and whooped up on us in Annapolis.:o

At least my HOGS won.

Our Molly is actually a bit better today. She's more responsive, is getting up and moving, and even ate a little bit of canned dog food. Her eyes look better. We'll see.

Tomorrow is my first class for this masters program our school district is sponsoring. I'll be teaching all day, then turn into a student at 4 pm!:cool: What a way to spend a birthday!

Gotta run. Hope everyone has a great week.

Jeanie

MELF & MELIRIS


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Well, hello everyone. You have all been very very busy. It took me a long time just to skim through all that I've missed. I know, I'm very bad at this posting thing. I'll settle in to a schedule, I hope. Anyway, I've already forgotten all that I read.

Someone asked me where I live and where I camp. I live near Orange County, NY and I camp near Scranton, PA. The Poconos are not far at all. In fact, Marshall's Creek in the Poconos is home to my favorite flea market.

Welcome to everyone new like me! Happy Birthday to all the September birthdays. I'll be 44 next month, not sure how I feel about that.

Most importantly, after a week of tests and doctor visits, the two cysts on my cervex are not cancer. Biopsy came back negative....Thank God! I'm on antibiotics because one is possibly infected which is why the doctor made that sound when she saw it. I guess that's why you get your pap smear from an OB/GYN and not your family doctor. Live and learn!

Now that I feel somewhat caught up, I will try to be more diligent about posting. Tomorrow is weigh in day at WW. If my scale is correct (and I have little hope) I'm down 3 more pounds. The SB WOE is really working, because I've lost more in 5 weeks on SB than I ever lost over the years in WW.

My WW speaker wants to know how come I'm losing so well all of a sudden. I guess I'm going to have to let her know that its the SB more than the WW.

Anyway, good nite all, I've got to get my DS ready for his first day of school, yea, can you believe it, his first day is a week after my first day.

Have a good week....I'll stay in touch, I promise.

P.S.
JoAnn:
I'm editing here, just saw your PM. Sorry about that. I should have looked there first. Anyway, welcome. Right here is the best place to get answers to any questions. SB Book is a bit confusing. I'm also learning as I go. What I have found so far, is that just by changing to whole wheat breads/pastas my body is responding positively and I'm not craving sweets like I normally do. My motivation is high, I'm full, I'm more energetic. Keep at it and let all these great inspiring people help you along!!!!

Evening All:wave:

Finally got on here, did try this morning time and time again to get on without success. Wanted to at least get the birthday greetings on in the morning, just wasn't meant to be. Just got home and knew this had to be the first thing done, before my post.

House is quite, for now. Eli's at work, kids with their Dad somewhere and I just got home from spending the afternoon with my sister and 2 of the 5 kids. Just went out to lunch and stopped at a couple stores. Got a late start so there wasn't much time to go out and do anything much.

Had a nice day with Eli yesterday, just the usual stuff we always do. Hit the fruit market and to my delight found CACTUS PEARS!!!!! Oh boy, was I happy! I won't begin to tell you just how many we bought (will tell you that after we got in the car and ate one that I had ELI go back in and buy more). They were 3/$1.00, cheap compared to anywhere else and right now, they aren't easy to find. Not only will I not say how many we bought, but I won't even say how many I ate yesterday and then again today. I am absolutely surprised that I am not on the porcelain thrown with a ring around my tush. When those babies hit me, even I don't want to be around me!:fr:

I didn't get in my walk today. Woke up just not all together. I did get dressed, even got on my fanny pack and filled up my water bottle but I just kept putting it off and putting it off. I'm still sick and whatever I have just doesn't want to leave (it's partial to me, it seems) and I think it's just draining me a bit. I fell asleep earlier than usual last night, just hit me and I had to go to sleep, didn't even say good night to ELI, I was out in a second and don't remember turning off the lights. I'm hoping I'll feel more like myself tomorrow and WANT to go walk rather than feel the dread that I had to walk this morning and then not even go.

Gals, if you are able to find CEDAR LANE FF WW TORTILLAS at your local HFS, buy them! I find them at WHOLE FOODS but I know other places carry them as well. I'm hooked on these now with making them in to a pizza (they make great burritos too). I made one for Michael this morning and he loved it. Had to buy another bag today with knowing that he'll be requesting them again soon. Also, I did find those MARTIN'S WW BUNS, I bought them hesitantly as I wasn't crazy about all the ingredients. I tried one, they're okay, a bit dough to me, but I don't eat much bread and just probably aren't use to so much "bread". Anyhow, I'll stick them in the freezer along with all the other loaves of bread I just "had" to try and once in a while take one to use for something like a Boca Burger.

TONI, hope you got rid of that headache quickly. I don't get them often but when I do, I get some doozies and the only thing I'll take are 222's and usually in a half hour or less, it's a thing of the past. I wish I knew why these cravings pop up like they do, I believe it could be the 8th wonder of the world!! LOL!! What movie did you watch?

JRED, sorry to hear about Molly, that's hearbraking to see a beloved pet going downhill. I hope she gets better. She's not that old though. Is there a reason for her being so sickly? Agave, the differnce between wild and blue, let's see if I can remember this now, it's been so long. Well, blue is what they use in tequila and is more expensive, wild, if I remember part of this being right, has a bit more calories and something else a little higher on the nutritional info. I will try to find my information and let you know what I learned before, but can't recall (age).

SEF, how long are you going to be gone for??? You know of course, we are going to miss you a lot!!!!!

TRANQUIL, sorry, seems a hurricane whipped through Gator Country and the Swamp and those CANES are spitting out gator bones!!! LOL!! Hope you are less puffy today - I think I got your puffyidise!

BOB, I thought you'd enjoy that FF I posted;) I just LOVED the picture you posted of ELI raiding the fridge again!!!!!!!

JACKK, that's the highest I've heard anyone paying for agave as of yet, that's highway robbery! Geez, I surely should think about getting a vault for my bottles at the price they're getting these days!;) Goodie? What goodie? Oh that! My lips are sealed, just too darned bad they weren't that day!!!:s:

HEART, we can all relate to having an almost perfect OP day and then screwing up somehow, you and the rest of us are only human. I'm sure you're back OP today, and if not, you will be soon. These times come up from time to time and they do pass quickly and then you get right back on track. I just went through the same thing the other day! Any brown rice is okay as long as it's not instant, wild rice (not really a rice technically) and there's some other "white" rices that are deemed okay. I think that info is on the FOOD INFORMATION BOARD, can't remember it off the top of my head.

FILLISE, hate UM????? Hmmmm, I was going to root for BAMA but I just guess I'll have to keep mum when they play in protest:s: Remember, I'm not a football fan at heart, but when UM and/or the Dolphins are winning, I convert a bit. With the way the CANES have been playing in recent years I can see why you don't like the BEST TEAM!!! :lol: Good job getting back on the wagon-we can ride the trail together!

FORTY, CONGRATS on your golf win. I know zip about golf. I thought pins had to do with bowling. Heck, $370 for playing a game, WTG! Have a great SB WEEK!

SERENE, glad to hear you and QUILTER are teaming up to stay more focused this week. I think your pack should also include posting more too. Candy Canes, awwww, you're just jealous!!!!!! Hey, I'm here-where's my phone call????????

GATOR, me at UM, nope, lived near it, Grandparents still leave 5 houses away from the campus, Uncle went to Med. School there, but not I. Growing up in Coral Gables and having other family members go there long ago just made me a fan of the team, esp. when they are having some great years. Maybe Michael will attend there one day, so if that's the case, I figured I'll be good at cheering for them by the time that comes about!

MELF, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I am thrilled and delighted you got to meet up with RED1!!! I loved looking at the pictures of you and her, along with both your DH'S. You both look wonderful and I ljust love seeing updated pictures!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!! I love reading about the time spent together. It really makes me so proud to know how well we all get along not only on the board, but when meeting others face-to-face! Sounds like you had a wonderful time meeting and visiting with each other. The place you stayed at sounds devine and looks great from seeing the website! Glad to have you back, safe and sound:D Would you mind if I tried to post some of your pics from SB meetings on the PHOTO BOARD? I'd love to have them up there in the archives! Oh, and of course, CONGRATULATIONS on hitting a new low! What great bday presents you've had come your way this weekend!!!!

AGAIN, good news that they confirmed that the cysts are not cancerous, and thank goodness! I'm crossing my fingers for you for your WW weigh in and having those 3lbs still off of you. You may just have to give up your secret about joining SB with WW, soon, everyone will be running to you for your "secret" on how you're losing-of course, you can tell them it's a combo of SB AND the wonderful support board you just joined;) GOOD LUCK!

WoW! I think I've caught up, or at least I hope so. If I missed anyone, trust me, not intentional and hope you forgive me. I promise you can whip me later!

Will have the new board up and running either late tonight or early tomorrow morning.

Have a wonderful week ahead!

{{{HUGS}}} to you all!!!

Debbie
194/1?? (high, pants are tight, no need to see the scale)/129
Sb since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEL AND MELF!!! :hat:

Hope all of you are ok - I just briefly skimmed a few posts - I've been cooking all day. I cooked all of my suppers for this week. I start my additional job tomorrow and hubby isn't the best of cooks so I decided to chef it up all day! It's a good feeling to know that I won't have to cook all week long!

MELF: Sounds like you had a wonderful trip to New Orleans! Oak Alley is in Vacherie - that is where my husband is from! You were only about 20 minutes from me - can you believe that? Oak Alley is absolutely beautiful - the trees are amazing. I have never spent the night in one of the cabins but I heard that they were very nice. I've been to the plantation for the tour - I took my nieces. I love to hear the history of all of those old places. Many of my friends were tour guides there while in school. Did you see Laura Plantation? It is on River Road before you get to Oak Alley. Just think - I was in Vacherie Saturday morning - we drove through there to get to Baton Rouge for the LSU game! We could have met up!!!! DARNIT! Oh well, glad you had a great Birthday!!!!

Well, the TIGERS won last night but they weren't playing a "real" team as we call it - they should have blown them out of the water and didn't. That kind of worries me! We did have rain the entire game but that's no excuse! Hopefully things start to look better soon!

I'll try to check in this week some time! I'll be busy with the new job! So, wish me luck!!

Missy
284/???too scared to weigh/170

MEL & MELF. HAPPY BIRTHDAY. HOPE IT WAS AS SPECIAL AS YOU TWO ARE. :hb: :hb: :gift: :gift: :hat: :dance:

TALK ABOUT TRASH TALKING. I think my team had the biggest win yet. 77 to 17. GO WILDCATS.

Didn't do much today. watched a lot of football. Then went to the bridal store with my DD. I tried on a dress for myself. 16 was too big the nxt smallest they had was a 10. Got it on, just couldn't zip it all the way. So that's my goal A size 10 by the wedding. The dress was celery. DD really liked it, I'm not sure. It cost too much, so maybe they will put it on sale by the time I'm ready to buy.

Went to the Bday party last nite. Took my bun and triscuits. They had ham sandwiches but I passed on them. Just wasn't too hungry. Ate some cheese, veggies, fruit and a couple of meatballs. Used my triscuits to dip in the cheese dip. 1 glass of wine and 3 diet cokes.

But dinner tonite was the BOMB! I slow cooked pork ribs all day with a little soy sauce. Made some bbQ sauce with agave. Put them on the grill for a few minutes. They were awesome. Had some squash and zuchinni and aspargus. Made SF pudding for dessert. DH helped with the dishes. Better than eating out! had some left over, now I have lunch tomorrow. Can't wait.

Did get my walk in this afternoon. It was 95 here. humidity was down though. We walked to the sporting good store and then our route. Just finished some sit-ups. (Got to get into that dress youknow).

Music Teach, Hope you are feeling better tonite. Take care of yourself.

Jred, Hope you are having a good weekend.

Deb, Boy those canes sure gave those gators a whoppin!

Heartmom, I use the 100% duram semolina instead of ww pasta. I can't tell the difference between that and regular pasta. Just add cheese and milk. I don't make it hardly since 1/2 if mac isn't much. I don't know when to stop.

Fillise, Congrats on getting your leave moved up. I think you need it. I hope you made a good penance after all the trash talking. LOL

Fortytude, Congrats on winning the money. How exciting. What are you going to do with it?

Serene, Eating too mancy carbs is better than eating junk. Good for you & Tranquil setting a goal for next week. You both can do it. I know.

Toni, Don't these weekends go quickly? I think we need 3 day weekends every week. Sounds like you are having a restful day.

Bob, At least your man won today. Did you see the Cleveland game? Wow of course my boy is there (Couch). Someone is going to be in big troulbe on that team. Boy alot of upsets today and alot of turnarounds at the last minutes. I laughed my arse off at the donkey. You are too much.

Gator, Soory the gators lost. Sounds like a wonderful time though. Gettem next week.

Melf, What a wonderful weekend you had. I could just smell those beneits over the computer. I love that place. I love NO. How exciting to meet Red1. I love all those old plantations. And the bargains. You hit the jackpot! Glad it was fun for you. Congrats on your new low. I wish I was at 132. Got to go look at the pics.

Again, Glad the news from the Dr was good. Congrats on your loss. I think this is the best WOE I've ever tried.

Deb, You need an exorcism or something to get that bug out of your system. I made BBQ sauce with some of my agave today. I even put a dab in my iced tea. WOW I was in heaven. Don't want to waste it on tea though. it was a nice treat. What are cactus pears? Never heard of them. I'm not much of a pear peson anyway. I did notice on the agave there is 8 grams of sugar. Iknow it is natural, just never noticed before.

Fruit, Can you come cook my dinners for the week? Better yet, just tell me what to fix. I hate thinking of something. My team didn't play a "real team" either, but a win is a win. Good luck with your new job.







Guess I betterget off here. See you guys tomorrow.

Jackie
257/173/145
10-10-01

Thank you all for the Birthday wishes!

Debbie, by all means, if you can download any of the pictures from my photo album, I would LOVE for you to post them on our board. I don't know what I'm doing wrong that I can't get them the right size to post. If you cannot save them from the site, let me know & I'll email you the ones you decide to post. That would be great. You know, I have now met 7 from the board & have loved meeting each & every one of them. They all have been so friendly & interesting to talk with. We always seem to fine a common thread, even beyond SB. I'm sure that has been the case with you too.

Fruit, yes, I thought of you too several times while we were there in Vacherie because we knew that you would be going to BR for the game, but also when we saw that we were only about 25 miles from Thibodeaux but had no idea how to look you up. We will definitely have to meet some day! This was my first time to tour any of the plantation homes. Can you believe that? Have lived in SW LA all my life & never have been inside of any of these beautiful homes except the one at Jefferson Island off of HWY 14 before you get to New Iberia. It was truely a neat experience.

I'm sorry I don't always get to respond personally to all the posts, but do love to read them. It's kind of late, but I wanted to say WELCOME TO ALL THE NEW GALS ON THE BOARD & HOPE THAT YOU ALL HAVE GREAT SUCCESS WITH THIS WOE. I HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU AROUND FOR A LONG TIME TO COME.

JoAnn, I think I saw that you are from around Conroe? & someone else near by to you. Hope the 2 of you can meet & get to know each other. Hey, you're not too far from my daughter in North Dayton!

BTW, where are Meliris & Solshine? I really miss you Solshine!

Rosalie. Glad to hear that you have retired & are keeping so busy! Great to see that you have been getting rid of those pesty vacation lbs. ;)

Serene & Tranquil, how's it going? Absolutely LOVED the FF pic you posted. That was entirely too cute. So glad that the 2 of you have each other for face-to-face support. Also glad to hear that you'll didn't get too much of the topical storm your way.

SEF, I know you're due to leave soon. Enjoy your vacation, but hurry back cause we will surely miss you!

Well ladies, got to go. I'm tired. Been a long day.

MELF & MELIRIS, I hope you both had a fabulous birthday!

AGAIN, I'm so glad to hear that your results were negative.

BOB, loved the pic!

JRED, I'm sorry to hear about you dog.

Someone asked how I was liking SB. As a former SB'r I know that this is the only way to make changes in habits that create life long success. Although I've made some bad choices (mostly staying away from this group for 5 months and forgetting how awful I feel when I eat junk) and yes, I gained 15 lbs back, it could have been much worse had I not been on sb for more than a year prior. Deb and the wisdom of this group and the plan, always lurked in my mind even when I was eating at my worst, I always knew this is the only way to succeed. Now I'm back to my old self, weight is coming off, but mostly I'm feeling healthier and better about myself.

Happy Birthday MELF!!

I had a really relaxed birthday, walked the dog, went shopping and bought a bracelet, then watched the U.S. Open Mens' Final ( poor Andre- always the bridesmaid), stayed 1oo% OP til 8:30, when we all rushed out to DQ and got small blizzards :o I'd asked dh NOT to get me a cake, because I didn't want any leftovers in the house. I allow myself 1 treat now maybe once a week, which goes a long way to explaining this stall- but I'm able to get back . I think I'm going to try to give it up for a few weeks and see if that helps.

Sorry I don't post more or more personally- by the time I finish reading all the posts I'm out of time! This really is a hopping place.

Gracious and jred- Really sorry to here about your dogs. Mine is 8.5 years old and generally acts like a puppy, but is all of a sudden "leaking". Will have to call the vet tomorrow. I really hope there is something he can do for her, because we've decided we really won't live with animals that have toileting problems! Ugh, sorry everyone.

Hope everyone was generally happy about their football this weekend. I know Gator wasn't cause I sat thru the tail end of that game while waiting for tennis to come on. Can you tell I'm a big football fan? Geez, I couldn't believe they'd delay the U.S. Open for COLLEGE football! :mad:

Gotta go to bed!

nite, mel

Happy Birthday Mel and Melf!!

I miss one day of reading and i had to spend forever catching up!!! I was in football mode yesterday and today.

Bob----okay, we won, but we gotta get our s#$% together before those gators get here!!! My dh was pleased with the way bama played even though they lost. I have to admit, if we play the way we been playing, we ARE GONNA LOSE TO BAMA.

Still have snot galore going on, but i feel much better!!

Okay----i was baaaaddd today!! It was not a sugar free day!!!
We have the NFL ticket on Directv and soooo, everyone comes over for games---i had........brownies and icecream!!! blahhhhhh


:eek: AND MEXICAN DIP AND CHIPS:o BAD, BAD!!

I WILL EXERCISE TOMORROW and eat better!!----debyj