JanetMae
05-23-2001, 11:47 AM
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Rymsh
05-24-2001, 05:26 AM
Good morning ladies!!! Only one more day till TGIF!!
Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers- you don't know how much I appreciate it!! My apointment isn't till 6:30 this evening, so I'll be even more nervous all day! Staying op has been very rough lately. Then tomorrow is the "consult" visit for the start of the epidural steroid injections for my back- after a delay of almost 3 weeks thanks to my HMO. (don't get me started on them). But one way or the other, I'm taking a minvacation to Floriday from 6/29-7/4. I've got my airline tickets, and I need to get to my place. So, whatever medical nonsense I'm in the middle of will have to work around it!!
Liz, I hope the much deserved day off was restful!! It's nice of you to volunteer to work the holiday, but don't forget to take some time for yourself occasionally! I learned that one the hard way while I was working 2, sometimes 3 jobs, 7 days a week until last November. The body eventually reminds you that you aren't 20 years old or superwoman after a while!!
Texaslady, what are you planning for your 3 day weekend off? I'l bet it has something to due with "dd's new house 101"!! :lol:
Patti, graduation sounds wonderful, and I'm glad his dad behaved himself. It's too bad about how your stepdaughter acted- I think you did the right thing, though. Some battles just aren't worth fighting- it would have just made the day tough for you to be there under those circumstances.
Jan, I envy you your fresh tomatoes. I'm scouting for on the road produce stands now- usually we start seeing some around Memorial Day. I love fresh veggies- nothing like them!
Hi to Janet, Saara, Rebecca, Stamps, Joyce and anyone I missed. Have a good Thursday, everyone.
Carol :wave:
Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers- you don't know how much I appreciate it!! My apointment isn't till 6:30 this evening, so I'll be even more nervous all day! Staying op has been very rough lately. Then tomorrow is the "consult" visit for the start of the epidural steroid injections for my back- after a delay of almost 3 weeks thanks to my HMO. (don't get me started on them). But one way or the other, I'm taking a minvacation to Floriday from 6/29-7/4. I've got my airline tickets, and I need to get to my place. So, whatever medical nonsense I'm in the middle of will have to work around it!!
Liz, I hope the much deserved day off was restful!! It's nice of you to volunteer to work the holiday, but don't forget to take some time for yourself occasionally! I learned that one the hard way while I was working 2, sometimes 3 jobs, 7 days a week until last November. The body eventually reminds you that you aren't 20 years old or superwoman after a while!!
Texaslady, what are you planning for your 3 day weekend off? I'l bet it has something to due with "dd's new house 101"!! :lol:
Patti, graduation sounds wonderful, and I'm glad his dad behaved himself. It's too bad about how your stepdaughter acted- I think you did the right thing, though. Some battles just aren't worth fighting- it would have just made the day tough for you to be there under those circumstances.
Jan, I envy you your fresh tomatoes. I'm scouting for on the road produce stands now- usually we start seeing some around Memorial Day. I love fresh veggies- nothing like them!
Hi to Janet, Saara, Rebecca, Stamps, Joyce and anyone I missed. Have a good Thursday, everyone.
Carol :wave:
Kudzu
05-24-2001, 01:33 PM
Hi everyone! Sorry to be AWOL for so long, but things have been so hectic. I'm the kind of person who needs the weekend to regroup for the next week, and I haven't had that lately. It seems like we never slow down. There have been a flurry of graduation activities the last couple of weeks, but that is about to wind down. DD's boyfriend's graduation was Tuesday night and DD's is Sunday. A friend that I used to work with was sitting behind me at Tim's graduation. The friend asked me what I was doing there and I told him that my daughter's boyfriend was graduating and Tim's mother said "oh, just tell them that it is your son...Tim loves you and spends as much time with you and he does me." :D It was pretty emotional, but I think it will help prepare me for Sunday. I have such mixed emotions, but right now I'm just ready for everything to settle down a bit. I have already started doing things with my friends so it won't be such an adjustment when I'm home alone. Last weekend I went to a party Saturday night that I normally would have skipped, and ended up having a great time. DD insisted that I go. Then Sunday I went to Jubilee Jam...a three-day music festival. Sunday afternoon was the only time I could go and I had missed most of the bands that I really wanted to see. I intended to just skip the festival this year, but a friend called and asked me to go with her to hear the O'Jays. Do y'all remember them?? We had a blast. It was very cool and breezy and the music was great. I was right in the middle of the crowd...dancing away. DD couldn't believe that I actually danced. I was just having a good time and didn't care what anybody thought. Boy have I come a long way.
Carol, you have been in my thoughts and prayers ever since our phone conversation. I have good feelings about this, and I have faith that everything will be fine. Since my mother also had breast cancer and I also have "spots" that they are monitoring, I think I know a little about how you are feeling. It's scary I know, but you have lots and lots of good vibes coming your way. Like Texaslady said, I really believe in the power of prayer.
Patti, I'm glad that you got that handsome son of yours graduated. It seems like just yesterday that mine was a tiny baby. Does it feel that way to you too? I'm sorry that your DH's daughter snubbed you like that. I know I don't know all the facts and don't know anything about the girl's mom, but I know that I would never have let my daughter leave her step-mother's name off the invitation. I would have insisted that she include you. My ex-husband and I were together for twenty years, and it was difficult for me to include his new wife at first. Of course, the fact that she was named in my divorce papers didn't help matters much. :lol: However, I knew that she was going to be a part of my child's life and I feel like you can never have enough people loving your children. I'm thankful that she has been a good step-mother to my daughter. I remember a time when my DD and I were riding in the car and she asked me if it hurt my feelings to know that she liked her step-mother. Those words cut me like a knife. I knew then that I had to be very careful about what I said and did. I have made sure that she knows that I'm happy that she has a loving relationship with her dad's new wife. Your DH's ex-wife may have passed away or may not even be in the picture, but I'm just wondering if maybe some of his daughter's attitude isn't coming from her mom or other people. After all, I think you said that y'all just celebrated your 5th (?) anniversay. I would think that she would have accepted things by now, especially since you have a son her age. My ex and his wife have a five year old son, and I can't tell you how it warms my heart to see how much my DD loves that little boy and vice-versa. He adores his big sister. We get him often and take him places with us. I know it confuses him because he isn't quite sure how I fit into the picture. He knows that I'm DD's mom, but I know he is bound to have questions running through that little inquisitive mind of his. Whew...sorry...I didn't mean to get so carried away.
About the perimenapause...I'm going through it too. I'm 47 and it started several years ago. The only bad thing is never knowing when something is about to happen. I still get all the symptoms every month, but most of the time now nothing happens...which suits me just fine.
Jan, New Orleans sounds wonderful. However, that is my birthday weekend and I usually go to the lodge with all my friends. It's kind of a tradition, although some years we have to do it a week or two early or late...so there is always hope. New Orleans is so close to me, and I would hate to miss an opportunity to see you and your DH again and to meet JOYce and Patti.
Texaslady, I can't wait to see pics of your DD's house. It sounds so cute! Congratulations to your SIL on his graduation. Everything is just falling right into place for them. You and Carol and I (and anyone else who can't make the first trip) will just have to plan another New Orleans excursion after the first of next year. Of course, hopefully we will still be having our annual get-together but maybe we can plan an extra one.
Saara, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Utah. I've never been there, but that would be so exciting to be there for the winter olympics. I love watching them on tv and really wanted to attend the games when they were in Atlanta, but things didn't work out. I haven't forgotten about the No Pudge mix either. Finances have been really tight with all these graduation expenses, but I hope to send you the package next month.
Liz, I hope things are slowing down a bit for you too. I thought about you this week. I've had an entire construction crew working outside my office. I've been checking them out on a regular basis! :)
JOYce, I agree with some of the others about the mudbugs...yuk!! We have crawfish boils around here all the time, but that is one thing that I have never even been tempted to try. You are going to love New Orleans!!
Hi to everyone that I missed. I was just trying to squeeze a post in during lunch so that y'all would know that I was still here. Unfortunately, now it's time to get back to work! Have a great OP week!
Janet (Kudzu)
Carol, you have been in my thoughts and prayers ever since our phone conversation. I have good feelings about this, and I have faith that everything will be fine. Since my mother also had breast cancer and I also have "spots" that they are monitoring, I think I know a little about how you are feeling. It's scary I know, but you have lots and lots of good vibes coming your way. Like Texaslady said, I really believe in the power of prayer.
Patti, I'm glad that you got that handsome son of yours graduated. It seems like just yesterday that mine was a tiny baby. Does it feel that way to you too? I'm sorry that your DH's daughter snubbed you like that. I know I don't know all the facts and don't know anything about the girl's mom, but I know that I would never have let my daughter leave her step-mother's name off the invitation. I would have insisted that she include you. My ex-husband and I were together for twenty years, and it was difficult for me to include his new wife at first. Of course, the fact that she was named in my divorce papers didn't help matters much. :lol: However, I knew that she was going to be a part of my child's life and I feel like you can never have enough people loving your children. I'm thankful that she has been a good step-mother to my daughter. I remember a time when my DD and I were riding in the car and she asked me if it hurt my feelings to know that she liked her step-mother. Those words cut me like a knife. I knew then that I had to be very careful about what I said and did. I have made sure that she knows that I'm happy that she has a loving relationship with her dad's new wife. Your DH's ex-wife may have passed away or may not even be in the picture, but I'm just wondering if maybe some of his daughter's attitude isn't coming from her mom or other people. After all, I think you said that y'all just celebrated your 5th (?) anniversay. I would think that she would have accepted things by now, especially since you have a son her age. My ex and his wife have a five year old son, and I can't tell you how it warms my heart to see how much my DD loves that little boy and vice-versa. He adores his big sister. We get him often and take him places with us. I know it confuses him because he isn't quite sure how I fit into the picture. He knows that I'm DD's mom, but I know he is bound to have questions running through that little inquisitive mind of his. Whew...sorry...I didn't mean to get so carried away.
About the perimenapause...I'm going through it too. I'm 47 and it started several years ago. The only bad thing is never knowing when something is about to happen. I still get all the symptoms every month, but most of the time now nothing happens...which suits me just fine.
Jan, New Orleans sounds wonderful. However, that is my birthday weekend and I usually go to the lodge with all my friends. It's kind of a tradition, although some years we have to do it a week or two early or late...so there is always hope. New Orleans is so close to me, and I would hate to miss an opportunity to see you and your DH again and to meet JOYce and Patti.
Texaslady, I can't wait to see pics of your DD's house. It sounds so cute! Congratulations to your SIL on his graduation. Everything is just falling right into place for them. You and Carol and I (and anyone else who can't make the first trip) will just have to plan another New Orleans excursion after the first of next year. Of course, hopefully we will still be having our annual get-together but maybe we can plan an extra one.
Saara, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for Utah. I've never been there, but that would be so exciting to be there for the winter olympics. I love watching them on tv and really wanted to attend the games when they were in Atlanta, but things didn't work out. I haven't forgotten about the No Pudge mix either. Finances have been really tight with all these graduation expenses, but I hope to send you the package next month.
Liz, I hope things are slowing down a bit for you too. I thought about you this week. I've had an entire construction crew working outside my office. I've been checking them out on a regular basis! :)
JOYce, I agree with some of the others about the mudbugs...yuk!! We have crawfish boils around here all the time, but that is one thing that I have never even been tempted to try. You are going to love New Orleans!!
Hi to everyone that I missed. I was just trying to squeeze a post in during lunch so that y'all would know that I was still here. Unfortunately, now it's time to get back to work! Have a great OP week!
Janet (Kudzu)
Kudzu
05-24-2001, 01:44 PM
WAIT...I'm NOT 47...I'm 46!!!! What was I thinking???? When you are my age, every year counts! :lol:
JanetMae
05-24-2001, 02:30 PM
Carol, have been thinking about you often today. I feel sure everything will go well this evening; like Janet, I just have a feeling that it's going to be ok.
Janet, wow, have you been busy! I think it's so wonderful that you enjoyed dancing at that concert; you're right, it's a sign of how your self-image is changing. Terrific! I sure wish you could join us in New Orleans, but I do remember last year when you told us about your trip to the lodge. Wasn't there something about a circle of log chairs, with everybody in her own special place? Anyway, if it works out for you to be there, that would be great, but I can certainly understand how important a tradition like that is!
Looks like dh and I are *finally* managing to get a trip in to Laredo again! Just for one night, this weekend, but I am *so* looking forward to it. I don't even care if it gets over 100 degrees (as it has several times already this month). We're going to swim, walk a lot and explore the town a bit more, and shop. It's hard to concentrate on work for thinking about it; guess I'd better get back to it!
Hope everyone has a great weekend planned. Janet, I know you do, with graduation on Sunday. And Texaslady, you have a day off, are you going to be at your dd's new house working again?
Hi to Rebecca, JOYce, Saara, Liz, Patti, and Stamps!
Regards,
Jan
Janet, wow, have you been busy! I think it's so wonderful that you enjoyed dancing at that concert; you're right, it's a sign of how your self-image is changing. Terrific! I sure wish you could join us in New Orleans, but I do remember last year when you told us about your trip to the lodge. Wasn't there something about a circle of log chairs, with everybody in her own special place? Anyway, if it works out for you to be there, that would be great, but I can certainly understand how important a tradition like that is!
Looks like dh and I are *finally* managing to get a trip in to Laredo again! Just for one night, this weekend, but I am *so* looking forward to it. I don't even care if it gets over 100 degrees (as it has several times already this month). We're going to swim, walk a lot and explore the town a bit more, and shop. It's hard to concentrate on work for thinking about it; guess I'd better get back to it!
Hope everyone has a great weekend planned. Janet, I know you do, with graduation on Sunday. And Texaslady, you have a day off, are you going to be at your dd's new house working again?
Hi to Rebecca, JOYce, Saara, Liz, Patti, and Stamps!
Regards,
Jan
gmalil
05-24-2001, 07:56 PM
Whew!! it has been HOT in So Calif!!
I'm sure it was over 100 yesterday, because coming home from the doctor yesterday, I passed 2 different thermometers that said 95, and that was at 4:30!!
I'm toughing it out, and not using the AC yet. (although, I do use the ceiling fans)
I got a good report from the doc.:D
Janet! be careful, those years creep up pretty fast! Especially when you are distracted with all the activities! :lol:
Seems strange that you are all, almost finished with your graduations, and dgd's is still a couple of weeks away....he boyfriend's mother is planning a party at their home for her son and our dgd. I will help with some of the food and make a cake. I want to get frosting copies of their grad pix to use on the cake...I hope it turns out like I have pictured.
Carol, I'm anxious to hear from you! but guess it takes a couple of days to get those results.
Patience has never been a virtue that I claim.
Isn't it great that so many of us believe in the power of prayer!!
Nothing real big for me this weekend... I decided against a big get together for dh's bday, he will be at Casie's soccer tournament all day Saturday. We will go out to dinner tomorrow night with Linda, and her dh.
I'm going back to WW on Saturday a.m., I haven't been since I got sick in April...HMMM? I need to think this thru,...
If I wait another week, I will be able to restart, without making up missed meetings. hmmmm, maybe I'll just go and ask. :?:
bye for now..
~~~~~~~~~
:wave:
Joyce
I'm sure it was over 100 yesterday, because coming home from the doctor yesterday, I passed 2 different thermometers that said 95, and that was at 4:30!!
I'm toughing it out, and not using the AC yet. (although, I do use the ceiling fans)
I got a good report from the doc.:D
Janet! be careful, those years creep up pretty fast! Especially when you are distracted with all the activities! :lol:
Seems strange that you are all, almost finished with your graduations, and dgd's is still a couple of weeks away....he boyfriend's mother is planning a party at their home for her son and our dgd. I will help with some of the food and make a cake. I want to get frosting copies of their grad pix to use on the cake...I hope it turns out like I have pictured.
Carol, I'm anxious to hear from you! but guess it takes a couple of days to get those results.
Patience has never been a virtue that I claim.
Isn't it great that so many of us believe in the power of prayer!!
Nothing real big for me this weekend... I decided against a big get together for dh's bday, he will be at Casie's soccer tournament all day Saturday. We will go out to dinner tomorrow night with Linda, and her dh.
I'm going back to WW on Saturday a.m., I haven't been since I got sick in April...HMMM? I need to think this thru,...
If I wait another week, I will be able to restart, without making up missed meetings. hmmmm, maybe I'll just go and ask. :?:
bye for now..
~~~~~~~~~
:wave:
Joyce
merri24
05-24-2001, 08:08 PM
Hello all!!!
It has been such a long time since I've been on this thread - the 3fc's did a good job in updating the site.... Although I think you guys definitely motivated me because I haven't been as motivated as I was when I was on here regularly so I decided to come back... how has everyone been?? I have pretty much stayed the same since I was on here... Please help me to get back on track (Question of the day how to stay motivated??) I also seem to get bored with my lunches I've been eating the same thing pretty much all week... Ok enough blabbling.... Nice to be back.....
Merri
236/209/140
It has been such a long time since I've been on this thread - the 3fc's did a good job in updating the site.... Although I think you guys definitely motivated me because I haven't been as motivated as I was when I was on here regularly so I decided to come back... how has everyone been?? I have pretty much stayed the same since I was on here... Please help me to get back on track (Question of the day how to stay motivated??) I also seem to get bored with my lunches I've been eating the same thing pretty much all week... Ok enough blabbling.... Nice to be back.....
Merri
236/209/140
NawlinsLady
05-25-2001, 12:10 PM
Hi Everyone,
Well, I got a phone call I didn't want to get at work yesterday......"Mom, I'm okay but I had a wreck!!"
Yep, DS got in his first accident.....no injuries, thank God. The gentleman that he hit was very nice and even said that there was no way my son could have avoided it. It seems that my son had just changed lanes behind the guy and the man said that two cars in front of him someone slammed on their brakes causing a chain reaction and almost caused him to hit the car in front of him! DS just didn't have enough time. He wasn't going fast and there probably wouldn't have been much damage if only the guy hadn't had a HUGE trailer hitch on the back of his truck!!!! My son's car looks awful...he was so heartbroken. When I got to the accident he was just sitting there staring at his car (of course he had his new prized possession - his camera - right there with him). I told him not to worry about it that we would handle it and that I was just very grateful that no one was injured and that the man seemed very nice. His truck (poor guy) was brand new - still had the license in the window - but it only had a little damage to the bumper. The only bad thing is that we only have liability insurance on my son's car. He could no way afford collision. So the man's damage will be taken care of but we will have to pay for DS's. Oh well, if it had to happen, now is the best time, because remember, I was just saying we no longer have to pay school notes or child support so we'll be able to get it fixed but it might take awhile to pay it off, but if this had happened a few months ago....it would have been a real strain. God always knows what he is doing. I strongly believe everything happens the way it does for a reason.
Well, I just wanted to let y'all know. And I also wanted to check to see if Carol had checked in. Still praying for you girl!!! I'll check back later. Thanks for letting me vent ladies!!!
Patti
Well, I got a phone call I didn't want to get at work yesterday......"Mom, I'm okay but I had a wreck!!"
Yep, DS got in his first accident.....no injuries, thank God. The gentleman that he hit was very nice and even said that there was no way my son could have avoided it. It seems that my son had just changed lanes behind the guy and the man said that two cars in front of him someone slammed on their brakes causing a chain reaction and almost caused him to hit the car in front of him! DS just didn't have enough time. He wasn't going fast and there probably wouldn't have been much damage if only the guy hadn't had a HUGE trailer hitch on the back of his truck!!!! My son's car looks awful...he was so heartbroken. When I got to the accident he was just sitting there staring at his car (of course he had his new prized possession - his camera - right there with him). I told him not to worry about it that we would handle it and that I was just very grateful that no one was injured and that the man seemed very nice. His truck (poor guy) was brand new - still had the license in the window - but it only had a little damage to the bumper. The only bad thing is that we only have liability insurance on my son's car. He could no way afford collision. So the man's damage will be taken care of but we will have to pay for DS's. Oh well, if it had to happen, now is the best time, because remember, I was just saying we no longer have to pay school notes or child support so we'll be able to get it fixed but it might take awhile to pay it off, but if this had happened a few months ago....it would have been a real strain. God always knows what he is doing. I strongly believe everything happens the way it does for a reason.
Well, I just wanted to let y'all know. And I also wanted to check to see if Carol had checked in. Still praying for you girl!!! I'll check back later. Thanks for letting me vent ladies!!!
Patti
Rymsh
05-25-2001, 01:00 PM
Hi everyone! TGIF!! Are you all looking forward to the long weekend?
Well, my news was so-so. The area is most definitely abnormal and "suspicious", he (the radiologist) said, but not "high level suspicious". :?: If it weren't for my mom's dying of breast cancer so young, he might go with "watching" it for a couple months. But with that family history, he thinks I should get a biopsy done now. So, it's off to the surgeon. I have an appointment for the consult with him on May 31st. And my first epidural steroid injection for the back and leg nonsense is June first- I had the preliminary consult on that this morning. That doesn't sound like those will be any big deal, other than requiring me to be off my feet for 24 hours afterwards- I just have to work in the biopsy between those injections somewhere. My stress level is off the scale right now. It's not an easy time for me- one of the times I hate the solitude of my life. Oh well- this too shall pass. Thanks to all of you for the thoughts and prayers- they mean a lot.
Merri, well, welcome back, girl!! Where you been hiding?? We had given up on hearing from you again! Tell the members of our group that haven't met you before a little about yourself! Congrats on your 27 pound total loss!
Janet, enjoy your dd's graduation on Sunday- and pack some Kleenex!!:lol: What a nice compliment Tim's mother paid you!! It must have made you feel really good. Sounds like you've been having fun lately with your friends! That's great- you are lucky to have so many friends to rally around you to keep you from being lonely! Treasure them- friends like that are hard to find!! I remember the OJays!
Jan, have fun in Loredo this weekend!! Will you all eat in the same place as when we were visiting? It was delicious! Enjoy your shopping, you slim thing!!!
Joyce, you are one tough lady!! NO way I would be able to survive 100 degree temps without my air conditioning! :D Enjoy your dh's birthday dinner, and give my best to Linda!
Patti, I am so glad your ds wasn't hurt!!! That, as you said, is the main thing! Metal can be fixed! It sounds like he handled himself very responsibly with it too, so you must be proud of him for that. The poor boy probably feels awful- kids seem to view their cars like they are their babies!
Saara, Liz, Rebecca, Texaslady & Stamps, hi, and I hope you all are having a good Friday.
My weekend should be quiet- both by doctors' orders and by my stress level!:dizzy: I didn't have any plans anyway, so I'm figuring on vegetating a lot, coloring my hair and avoiding babysitting so I can keep the lifting to a minimum as much as possible. Hopefully I can get o see my little sweetie without being totally in charge of him for a prolonged time, if you know what I mean.
Take care, everyone. Have a great weekend.
Carol :wave:
Well, my news was so-so. The area is most definitely abnormal and "suspicious", he (the radiologist) said, but not "high level suspicious". :?: If it weren't for my mom's dying of breast cancer so young, he might go with "watching" it for a couple months. But with that family history, he thinks I should get a biopsy done now. So, it's off to the surgeon. I have an appointment for the consult with him on May 31st. And my first epidural steroid injection for the back and leg nonsense is June first- I had the preliminary consult on that this morning. That doesn't sound like those will be any big deal, other than requiring me to be off my feet for 24 hours afterwards- I just have to work in the biopsy between those injections somewhere. My stress level is off the scale right now. It's not an easy time for me- one of the times I hate the solitude of my life. Oh well- this too shall pass. Thanks to all of you for the thoughts and prayers- they mean a lot.
Merri, well, welcome back, girl!! Where you been hiding?? We had given up on hearing from you again! Tell the members of our group that haven't met you before a little about yourself! Congrats on your 27 pound total loss!
Janet, enjoy your dd's graduation on Sunday- and pack some Kleenex!!:lol: What a nice compliment Tim's mother paid you!! It must have made you feel really good. Sounds like you've been having fun lately with your friends! That's great- you are lucky to have so many friends to rally around you to keep you from being lonely! Treasure them- friends like that are hard to find!! I remember the OJays!
Jan, have fun in Loredo this weekend!! Will you all eat in the same place as when we were visiting? It was delicious! Enjoy your shopping, you slim thing!!!
Joyce, you are one tough lady!! NO way I would be able to survive 100 degree temps without my air conditioning! :D Enjoy your dh's birthday dinner, and give my best to Linda!
Patti, I am so glad your ds wasn't hurt!!! That, as you said, is the main thing! Metal can be fixed! It sounds like he handled himself very responsibly with it too, so you must be proud of him for that. The poor boy probably feels awful- kids seem to view their cars like they are their babies!
Saara, Liz, Rebecca, Texaslady & Stamps, hi, and I hope you all are having a good Friday.
My weekend should be quiet- both by doctors' orders and by my stress level!:dizzy: I didn't have any plans anyway, so I'm figuring on vegetating a lot, coloring my hair and avoiding babysitting so I can keep the lifting to a minimum as much as possible. Hopefully I can get o see my little sweetie without being totally in charge of him for a prolonged time, if you know what I mean.
Take care, everyone. Have a great weekend.
Carol :wave:
xstitchingal
05-25-2001, 01:42 PM
Hello Everyone!
Just a quick note to say Hi and let you all know that I am still lurking around! Been a little disappointed lately with this whole weight loss thing. Had a horrible week and felt like a failure. Have since realized that life is a journey with all kinds of twists, turns, bumps and scrapes, so I will just keep venturing forward and soon I will be at my goal. :)
Carol- My thoughts and prayers are with you. Make sure you get that rest like the Doctor said, okay? Take care!
Patti- So sorry about your DS. I am so glad that he wasn't hurt.
But all, I better get going. Have to go get some more stuff done before the weekend begins. You all have a great Memorial Day Weekend and keep op!! :D
Rebecca :cool:
Just a quick note to say Hi and let you all know that I am still lurking around! Been a little disappointed lately with this whole weight loss thing. Had a horrible week and felt like a failure. Have since realized that life is a journey with all kinds of twists, turns, bumps and scrapes, so I will just keep venturing forward and soon I will be at my goal. :)
Carol- My thoughts and prayers are with you. Make sure you get that rest like the Doctor said, okay? Take care!
Patti- So sorry about your DS. I am so glad that he wasn't hurt.
But all, I better get going. Have to go get some more stuff done before the weekend begins. You all have a great Memorial Day Weekend and keep op!! :D
Rebecca :cool:
JanetMae
05-25-2001, 02:29 PM
Carol, sure wish I could be up there with you during all this; will be sending good thoughts your way, though, as well as prayers. (JOYce is right, there definitely is something to that!) I'm glad that the radiologist didn't think it was "highly" suspicious; at least that's something. I hope you're able to rest this weekend and have some time to relax. Re: Laredo, yep, we'll probably go to Victoria's again; it's one of our favorite places. I'll just have to watch what I order, though!
Merri, welcome back! Good to hear from you. Re: motivation, I think you've hit on one problem, getting bored with the same thing. How about trying a few new recipes from here or the WW site? I think there's a thread in Food and Points about favorite lunches, too. Or you could try those frozen ww dinners, lean cuisine, or Healthy Choice, maybe?
Patti, my goodness, thank heavens your ds is all right! Sorry you'll be out that expense, of course, but I agree with Carol, the important thing is that he's all right. It sounds like he handled the situation really well, too.
JOYce, congrats on going back to WW tomorrow! As far as I know, you can rejoin at any time by either paying just the joining fee (not the back meetings) or buying one of those cards or special deals that include the joining fee. Hope the weather doesn't keep heating up out there! Are y'all experiencing any brownouts in your area when the temp shoots up?
Rebecca, you're so right, there are all kinds of twists and turns on this road; you'll get there, in spite of an occasional bad week! It's the permanent lifestyle changes you're making that will make all the difference, and lead you to goal. Keep on keeping on!
Guess I'd better run; am taking off a bit early to head for the border! Hi to Saara, Janet, stamps, and Texaslady; hope all is well!
Regards,
Jan
Merri, welcome back! Good to hear from you. Re: motivation, I think you've hit on one problem, getting bored with the same thing. How about trying a few new recipes from here or the WW site? I think there's a thread in Food and Points about favorite lunches, too. Or you could try those frozen ww dinners, lean cuisine, or Healthy Choice, maybe?
Patti, my goodness, thank heavens your ds is all right! Sorry you'll be out that expense, of course, but I agree with Carol, the important thing is that he's all right. It sounds like he handled the situation really well, too.
JOYce, congrats on going back to WW tomorrow! As far as I know, you can rejoin at any time by either paying just the joining fee (not the back meetings) or buying one of those cards or special deals that include the joining fee. Hope the weather doesn't keep heating up out there! Are y'all experiencing any brownouts in your area when the temp shoots up?
Rebecca, you're so right, there are all kinds of twists and turns on this road; you'll get there, in spite of an occasional bad week! It's the permanent lifestyle changes you're making that will make all the difference, and lead you to goal. Keep on keeping on!
Guess I'd better run; am taking off a bit early to head for the border! Hi to Saara, Janet, stamps, and Texaslady; hope all is well!
Regards,
Jan
merri24
05-25-2001, 04:02 PM
Hi guys....
ok Janet... for those of you who don't know me or remember here is a little bit about myself.... I am 25 years old live in the lovely state of Massachusetts :) . I have been overweight all my life. I have always tried losing weight: WW, Jenny Craig, Diet Center, and even did the Redux thing for a little while... Last year I did the WW at work program and absolutely loved it - but then I left that job and lost all the support I was getting and that's where I found these lovely ladies :) :) . I am hoping I can get motivated like I once was and finally get rid of the fat I have all over this nasty body!!!
Merri
236/209/140
ok Janet... for those of you who don't know me or remember here is a little bit about myself.... I am 25 years old live in the lovely state of Massachusetts :) . I have been overweight all my life. I have always tried losing weight: WW, Jenny Craig, Diet Center, and even did the Redux thing for a little while... Last year I did the WW at work program and absolutely loved it - but then I left that job and lost all the support I was getting and that's where I found these lovely ladies :) :) . I am hoping I can get motivated like I once was and finally get rid of the fat I have all over this nasty body!!!
Merri
236/209/140
texaslady
05-25-2001, 05:16 PM
Carol - (((((((hugs)))))) Like the others, I wish I were geographically closer to you so I could give you a real hug - but virtual hugs will have to do for now. I am glad that your radiologist is taking active steps and not "watching" it for a while. I am still praying though that everything will work out OK. Those back injections sure sound bad enough to ME - but I know its all relative. You have certainly had more than your share of adversity these past weeks. Please stay home and get some rest this week-end and TRY not to lift that sweet baby!! I will be thinking about you and, of course, sending up those prayers.
Jan - Glad you are getting to go back to Laredo. I definitely want to do that again someday - but we need to spend more than a few hours there. Then I could spend some SERIOUS money! Are you staying at that lovely hotel we saw just at the border? Sounds wonderful! Have a good time. And watch out for those rear-end collisions :lol: on the bridge!
Merri - So glad to have you back on the boards again. Do you still spend a lot of time at the gym? I always envied your determination to continue your work-outs. Lunches aren't much of a problem for me - fact is, I don't usually care what I eat as long as I do. It helps that we have a kitchen here in the office and I always stay in for lunch. If I go out to run errands, I am tempted to purchase something gooey and wonderful. But I usually just have a sandwich or a frozen WW/Lean Cuisine meal - depending on the day and my mood. If I cooked more at home, I could bring leftovers, but its hard to cook for just one.
Patti - Sorry about the accident. So glad your son is OK. I know he was upset about his "baby" being wrecked. I am glad no one else was hurt either - its a life lesson, that's for sure.
Janet - You are going to be a mess at Kristin's graduation!!!! You better take LOTS of tissues! That was a sweet thing for Tim's Mom to say - I know that you don't always see eye to eye with her. And hey, if we can't make the NO trip this year, we will go another time!!! I figure NO is about halfway between me and you---------a good meeting point. And, if it makes you feel any better, I have to stop and remember how old I am too - just another symptom of "CRS"! Actually, I just stopped counting after I hit 50!
Rebecca - Please stay around!! We miss you when you don't post. We have all had those kinds of weeks - I certainly have had more than my share. I haven't lost much at all these past few months but I am not gaining either. And I have really changed my eating habits. I do things automatically now that I would never have done before WW. That in itself is real progress for me. You have done so well and have lost so consistently - don't beat yourself up about bad days or weeks. You know how to be successful, and we know you will be.
Joyce - I am glad to hear the doctor gave you a thumbs-up! Your weather has been hotter than ours! Boy, that's a real first! Sounds like Melissa will have lots of fun at graduation and parties. Tell her to enjoy it - it will pass so quickly and pretty soon she will be a "grown-up in the real world" - and that's not nearly as much fun! What are her plans after highschool?
Well girls, I hope you all have a wonderful week-end. I don't have much planned. I will indeed be helping at dd's house. They are in the process of moving what they can into the house now and will hire Movers to come get the heavy stuff next week. It's always a challenge to find a "new spot" for everything. Still have a couple curtins to finish, too. I will take some pictures and post them - someday!
Jan - Glad you are getting to go back to Laredo. I definitely want to do that again someday - but we need to spend more than a few hours there. Then I could spend some SERIOUS money! Are you staying at that lovely hotel we saw just at the border? Sounds wonderful! Have a good time. And watch out for those rear-end collisions :lol: on the bridge!
Merri - So glad to have you back on the boards again. Do you still spend a lot of time at the gym? I always envied your determination to continue your work-outs. Lunches aren't much of a problem for me - fact is, I don't usually care what I eat as long as I do. It helps that we have a kitchen here in the office and I always stay in for lunch. If I go out to run errands, I am tempted to purchase something gooey and wonderful. But I usually just have a sandwich or a frozen WW/Lean Cuisine meal - depending on the day and my mood. If I cooked more at home, I could bring leftovers, but its hard to cook for just one.
Patti - Sorry about the accident. So glad your son is OK. I know he was upset about his "baby" being wrecked. I am glad no one else was hurt either - its a life lesson, that's for sure.
Janet - You are going to be a mess at Kristin's graduation!!!! You better take LOTS of tissues! That was a sweet thing for Tim's Mom to say - I know that you don't always see eye to eye with her. And hey, if we can't make the NO trip this year, we will go another time!!! I figure NO is about halfway between me and you---------a good meeting point. And, if it makes you feel any better, I have to stop and remember how old I am too - just another symptom of "CRS"! Actually, I just stopped counting after I hit 50!
Rebecca - Please stay around!! We miss you when you don't post. We have all had those kinds of weeks - I certainly have had more than my share. I haven't lost much at all these past few months but I am not gaining either. And I have really changed my eating habits. I do things automatically now that I would never have done before WW. That in itself is real progress for me. You have done so well and have lost so consistently - don't beat yourself up about bad days or weeks. You know how to be successful, and we know you will be.
Joyce - I am glad to hear the doctor gave you a thumbs-up! Your weather has been hotter than ours! Boy, that's a real first! Sounds like Melissa will have lots of fun at graduation and parties. Tell her to enjoy it - it will pass so quickly and pretty soon she will be a "grown-up in the real world" - and that's not nearly as much fun! What are her plans after highschool?
Well girls, I hope you all have a wonderful week-end. I don't have much planned. I will indeed be helping at dd's house. They are in the process of moving what they can into the house now and will hire Movers to come get the heavy stuff next week. It's always a challenge to find a "new spot" for everything. Still have a couple curtins to finish, too. I will take some pictures and post them - someday!
NawlinsLady
05-25-2001, 05:58 PM
Hi Ladies,
Carol - Sending lots of positive vibes your way....I know it is stressful but try to stay positive, it really does help! I'll continue to pray for you. Try to relax and enjoy your weekend.
Janet - Yes, bring lots of kleenex. I cried before, during and after DS's graduation. He went to an all boys school and they all looked so grown up - trying to be "cool" you know while they each walked up to get their diplomas, but as soon as the last boy had gone back to his seat and they were all standing together - the whole audience just started cheering and then the little boys came out in them and they were cheering and high-5 ing each other and grinning from ear to ear. They were very proud. The alma mater really did me in - they sing it so strong with all those male voices....but then again I cried everytime I heard the alma mater - even at the football games. You will love every minute of it.
Jan - have a great weekend. Sounds like alot of fun!!
TexasLady - I can't wait to see pictures of your DD's house. I think our house hunting will have to wait until we figure out how much the car repairs will be.
No word yet on the estimate for the car. So DS will be getting Mom-rides for awhile. I don't really know what we are doing this weekend, maybe we'll barbeque. Going to eat out tonigh with my sister and her family to celebrate my neice's awards that she received at school. She is only 11 and scored a "20" on the college ACT!!! Well, I skipped WW this week because of graduation on Monday, but I will go back next Monday. I don't think I lost anything. If I get by without gaining I will be happy. I have eaten out alot this last week, but I enjoyed it and still didn't eat like I used to. You know, your only child graduates from high school only once.
Hello to everyone and have a great weekend.
Take care,
Patti
Carol - Sending lots of positive vibes your way....I know it is stressful but try to stay positive, it really does help! I'll continue to pray for you. Try to relax and enjoy your weekend.
Janet - Yes, bring lots of kleenex. I cried before, during and after DS's graduation. He went to an all boys school and they all looked so grown up - trying to be "cool" you know while they each walked up to get their diplomas, but as soon as the last boy had gone back to his seat and they were all standing together - the whole audience just started cheering and then the little boys came out in them and they were cheering and high-5 ing each other and grinning from ear to ear. They were very proud. The alma mater really did me in - they sing it so strong with all those male voices....but then again I cried everytime I heard the alma mater - even at the football games. You will love every minute of it.
Jan - have a great weekend. Sounds like alot of fun!!
TexasLady - I can't wait to see pictures of your DD's house. I think our house hunting will have to wait until we figure out how much the car repairs will be.
No word yet on the estimate for the car. So DS will be getting Mom-rides for awhile. I don't really know what we are doing this weekend, maybe we'll barbeque. Going to eat out tonigh with my sister and her family to celebrate my neice's awards that she received at school. She is only 11 and scored a "20" on the college ACT!!! Well, I skipped WW this week because of graduation on Monday, but I will go back next Monday. I don't think I lost anything. If I get by without gaining I will be happy. I have eaten out alot this last week, but I enjoyed it and still didn't eat like I used to. You know, your only child graduates from high school only once.
Hello to everyone and have a great weekend.
Take care,
Patti
justliz
05-26-2001, 05:42 AM
TGIW!!
Oh, Carol, I will be thinking of you everyday. I am also glad that the radiologist is being agressive. Since the ultrasound can only tell if it is a cyst or not they always like to biopsy. When it is all over and we are all laughing and crying with you, we'll share "biopsy stories". Till then, just think of everyday as a group hug from all of us.
Merri: Nice to meet you. I am 47 (and I AM counting correctly) in that no where land between marriage and divorce (still trying to figure out how to get back in the dating thing, ya know, the whole self esteem thing). I did just relocate back to New Jersey from MA. (Watertown). And I agree with you, I love these bunch of ladies. Made me feel so welcome, are always being so supportive, offer great advice...I had better stop before I start to cry.
Jan: Laredo! That sounds great! Is it still real "western"?
If it is not,don't let me know cause I would hate to spoil my "mental picture" of it. But have a great time and enjoy that heat. It has been cold and dreary here for a week.
Rebecca: I like that, life is a journey. I will try to remember that when I get discouraged with everything that is happening.
Patti: Thank heavens noone was hurt. My philosophy has always been that metal can always be fixed or replaced. But the emotions of causing injuries is always with you.
Janet: Could you snag one of those construction guys for me? I swear, I am hormonal or something. There is this guy in the gym (have I told you guys about him) He is not cute but for some reason I have this crush on him. I feel like a 14 year old when he is near me. My tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth, I start to shake, my mind goes blank. I can't get the nerve even to say hello. Part of me doesn't even want to in case he is married with children (don't want the fantasy to end) And the biggest part of me has this self esteme problem. There is this other guy who is a real dog in heat thing and has been hitting on every woman in the place, of course, except for me. Doesn't do much for my self image. Sigh!
Hi to everyone else. If the rain ever stops I will be doing a lot of yard work this weekend. But if not...the mall!
Liz
Oh, Carol, I will be thinking of you everyday. I am also glad that the radiologist is being agressive. Since the ultrasound can only tell if it is a cyst or not they always like to biopsy. When it is all over and we are all laughing and crying with you, we'll share "biopsy stories". Till then, just think of everyday as a group hug from all of us.
Merri: Nice to meet you. I am 47 (and I AM counting correctly) in that no where land between marriage and divorce (still trying to figure out how to get back in the dating thing, ya know, the whole self esteem thing). I did just relocate back to New Jersey from MA. (Watertown). And I agree with you, I love these bunch of ladies. Made me feel so welcome, are always being so supportive, offer great advice...I had better stop before I start to cry.
Jan: Laredo! That sounds great! Is it still real "western"?
If it is not,don't let me know cause I would hate to spoil my "mental picture" of it. But have a great time and enjoy that heat. It has been cold and dreary here for a week.
Rebecca: I like that, life is a journey. I will try to remember that when I get discouraged with everything that is happening.
Patti: Thank heavens noone was hurt. My philosophy has always been that metal can always be fixed or replaced. But the emotions of causing injuries is always with you.
Janet: Could you snag one of those construction guys for me? I swear, I am hormonal or something. There is this guy in the gym (have I told you guys about him) He is not cute but for some reason I have this crush on him. I feel like a 14 year old when he is near me. My tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth, I start to shake, my mind goes blank. I can't get the nerve even to say hello. Part of me doesn't even want to in case he is married with children (don't want the fantasy to end) And the biggest part of me has this self esteme problem. There is this other guy who is a real dog in heat thing and has been hitting on every woman in the place, of course, except for me. Doesn't do much for my self image. Sigh!
Hi to everyone else. If the rain ever stops I will be doing a lot of yard work this weekend. But if not...the mall!
Liz
gmalil
05-26-2001, 08:06 PM
Hi, from sunny Calif! we got a little break in the heat, today! Whew! we needed it!
I weighed in this morning, the leader excused my absences because of my surgery...I lost 2.8 pounds, so I felt pretty good! Rebecca, this thing really is a life-long journey! I have been such a yo-yo! I get so angry with myself, but when I get back on program, and start losing, I am pleased with myself, once again. I'll get my 10 pound star next Saturday, again! :rolleyes:
Patti, I'm so glad that your ds is o.k.!! What a scare to get a call like that at work!
Regarding tears at graduation, I am prepared this time. I didn't think it would happpen 2 yrs ago at her sisters graduation, but those tears just sneak right up and grab you!! seeing the granddaughter that we had raised, graduate was an extra emotion that I wasn't prepared for....this year the second one and in 2 years the 3rd and last one!!!
texaslady, you asked about Melissa's plans...she is enrolled in our Jr College, in a Teacher Prep program, she wants to teach elementary kids.....this program at the JC, prepares them to flow right into one of 2 Universities nearby.
We went shopping this afternoon and got her a graduation dress. We still need to find shoes, and probably another dress or outfit... she has graduation, grad night party, Baccalaureate, a senior breakfast, and a couple of parties. Her sweethearts mom is having a party for the 2 of them at their home, it will be a pool party, She already bought Melissa a new swimsuit for that. :)
Merri, Welcome back! Hang in there girl! we can do it! (It is easier at your age! stick with it!)
{{{{{CAROL}}}}}
Hi to all I missed!
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:wave:
Joyce
I weighed in this morning, the leader excused my absences because of my surgery...I lost 2.8 pounds, so I felt pretty good! Rebecca, this thing really is a life-long journey! I have been such a yo-yo! I get so angry with myself, but when I get back on program, and start losing, I am pleased with myself, once again. I'll get my 10 pound star next Saturday, again! :rolleyes:
Patti, I'm so glad that your ds is o.k.!! What a scare to get a call like that at work!
Regarding tears at graduation, I am prepared this time. I didn't think it would happpen 2 yrs ago at her sisters graduation, but those tears just sneak right up and grab you!! seeing the granddaughter that we had raised, graduate was an extra emotion that I wasn't prepared for....this year the second one and in 2 years the 3rd and last one!!!
texaslady, you asked about Melissa's plans...she is enrolled in our Jr College, in a Teacher Prep program, she wants to teach elementary kids.....this program at the JC, prepares them to flow right into one of 2 Universities nearby.
We went shopping this afternoon and got her a graduation dress. We still need to find shoes, and probably another dress or outfit... she has graduation, grad night party, Baccalaureate, a senior breakfast, and a couple of parties. Her sweethearts mom is having a party for the 2 of them at their home, it will be a pool party, She already bought Melissa a new swimsuit for that. :)
Merri, Welcome back! Hang in there girl! we can do it! (It is easier at your age! stick with it!)
{{{{{CAROL}}}}}
Hi to all I missed!
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:wave:
Joyce
Kudzu
05-28-2001, 01:28 AM
HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!!
Well, I am now officially the mother of a high school graduate. Everything went great and the ceremony was beautiful. DD looked so pretty in her bright, royal blue gown...but then again, I may be just a little bit prejudiced. :lol: There were only two minor "clouds" on the entire day...one was that a silver trinket box that I was having engraved with some "mushy words from mom" wasn't ready when it was supposed to be, but I will give her the gift tomorrow. I just really wanted her to have the gift on the day she actually graduated. The other "cloud" was that Tim's mom didn't attend. She and some friends had rented a cabin on a lake, but she promised Krysten that she was going to come to the graduation and then go back to the cabin. She called and said that she just didn't want to leave her friends alone at the cabin. Tim was very upset with her, but it didn't surprise me one bit. DD was disappointed, but she wasn't really surprised either. It bothered me because we were at Tim's graduation and my mother even went to see him graduate. Tim's sister was there today, and that meant a lot to us. I didn't really have time to get too emotional before the ceremony, and I held up pretty well during it. I've been cyring for weeks now, so I guess I had gotten over the "shock." I just had this overwhelming sense of pride, and I'm excited for her to start this new chapter in her life. I'm sure I'm just having a delayed reaction, and I will probably being crying to y'all for weeks to come! :)
I spent Friday night and Saturday visiting my best friend who lives about 1 1/2 hours away. She had invited me to come stay with her because her husband and youngest daughter were going to be out of town at a fast pitch tournament. I really needed to stay home and get ready for graduation, but the thought of laying by her pool was too much to resist. We had a "cold" front come through, and it was too chilly to swim, but we went to a crafts fair and festival that her town was having and we went to see the movie "Pearl Harbor." The movie was great...and very long. I also finally got the chance to see their new colt that was born a few months ago. He was almost as tall as I am, and is into a biting phase. He was so full of himself, and realized right away that I was a "new face." My friend had a great time watching me run from this little colt as he chased me around the pasture. I don't know what it was about me that he liked...or disliked...but he wouldn't stop chasing me and trying to bite me. I finally had to make a bee line for the fence and my friend said she had never seen me move so fast...and through barbed-wire!! :eek: Of course, this is the same friend who was remodeling her house and neglected to tell me that they had removed the toilet from the bathroom off their laundry area. I think I remember telling y'all about that incident. It was Halloween and we had been out late and came home to a pitch black house. We had been riding around for hours and I had to "go" so bad that I was literally unzipping my jeans as I was running into the house. I sat down...and surprise...there was no toilet...but there was also no holding things back any longer. When I came out of the bathroom, Susan was laughing so hard that she couldn't talk. Did I say that she was my "best" friend???? Maybe I need to rethink this!! :D
I feel like my pc is about to freeze up, so I'm going to send this and then finish posting.
Well, I am now officially the mother of a high school graduate. Everything went great and the ceremony was beautiful. DD looked so pretty in her bright, royal blue gown...but then again, I may be just a little bit prejudiced. :lol: There were only two minor "clouds" on the entire day...one was that a silver trinket box that I was having engraved with some "mushy words from mom" wasn't ready when it was supposed to be, but I will give her the gift tomorrow. I just really wanted her to have the gift on the day she actually graduated. The other "cloud" was that Tim's mom didn't attend. She and some friends had rented a cabin on a lake, but she promised Krysten that she was going to come to the graduation and then go back to the cabin. She called and said that she just didn't want to leave her friends alone at the cabin. Tim was very upset with her, but it didn't surprise me one bit. DD was disappointed, but she wasn't really surprised either. It bothered me because we were at Tim's graduation and my mother even went to see him graduate. Tim's sister was there today, and that meant a lot to us. I didn't really have time to get too emotional before the ceremony, and I held up pretty well during it. I've been cyring for weeks now, so I guess I had gotten over the "shock." I just had this overwhelming sense of pride, and I'm excited for her to start this new chapter in her life. I'm sure I'm just having a delayed reaction, and I will probably being crying to y'all for weeks to come! :)
I spent Friday night and Saturday visiting my best friend who lives about 1 1/2 hours away. She had invited me to come stay with her because her husband and youngest daughter were going to be out of town at a fast pitch tournament. I really needed to stay home and get ready for graduation, but the thought of laying by her pool was too much to resist. We had a "cold" front come through, and it was too chilly to swim, but we went to a crafts fair and festival that her town was having and we went to see the movie "Pearl Harbor." The movie was great...and very long. I also finally got the chance to see their new colt that was born a few months ago. He was almost as tall as I am, and is into a biting phase. He was so full of himself, and realized right away that I was a "new face." My friend had a great time watching me run from this little colt as he chased me around the pasture. I don't know what it was about me that he liked...or disliked...but he wouldn't stop chasing me and trying to bite me. I finally had to make a bee line for the fence and my friend said she had never seen me move so fast...and through barbed-wire!! :eek: Of course, this is the same friend who was remodeling her house and neglected to tell me that they had removed the toilet from the bathroom off their laundry area. I think I remember telling y'all about that incident. It was Halloween and we had been out late and came home to a pitch black house. We had been riding around for hours and I had to "go" so bad that I was literally unzipping my jeans as I was running into the house. I sat down...and surprise...there was no toilet...but there was also no holding things back any longer. When I came out of the bathroom, Susan was laughing so hard that she couldn't talk. Did I say that she was my "best" friend???? Maybe I need to rethink this!! :D
I feel like my pc is about to freeze up, so I'm going to send this and then finish posting.
gmalil
05-28-2001, 01:47 AM
Janet!! What a night owl!
Exciting days are like that though, aren't they!!
Sorry about the 2 dark clouds. :(
I think it is totally grand that you have such a neat best friend to laugh with and play with the way you describe!! It was great that you took the time and went to be with her, you probably needed some rest and relaxation about this time!
You lead a wild life! I have never been chased by any size horse, and I will keep it that way , thank you very much!
It's not quite Memorial day here, yet, but guess I will welcome it in from the inside of my eyelids!
Good night!
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:yawn:
Joyce
Exciting days are like that though, aren't they!!
Sorry about the 2 dark clouds. :(
I think it is totally grand that you have such a neat best friend to laugh with and play with the way you describe!! It was great that you took the time and went to be with her, you probably needed some rest and relaxation about this time!
You lead a wild life! I have never been chased by any size horse, and I will keep it that way , thank you very much!
It's not quite Memorial day here, yet, but guess I will welcome it in from the inside of my eyelids!
Good night!
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:yawn:
Joyce
Kudzu
05-28-2001, 02:35 AM
JOYce, I am a night owl. Unfortunately, my body doesn't cooperate anymore...I want to stay up late, but usually I am out like a light by 10. You are probably right about it being the excitement of the day. You are also right about me being lucky to have a friend who I can laugh with. Susan and I have been friends for well over 20 years, and we have shared many a laugh...and many a tear. There have been many times when we have called one another at 3:00 am crying about something. I guess that is what true friends are all about...being able to share the good and bad times...kind of like being married. ;) I was cracking up as I read your comment about the horse. I don't know why, but I seem to have the oddest things happen to me. I felt silly being so scared of this little colt because I love horses, but he was terrifying me. If you could have seen him when he lifted up his head and pushed that upper lip (do horses have lips??) to expose those huge teeth. I asked my friend if it would hurt if he bit, and she said "YES!!!!" We did toy with the idea of getting a "tiny" nip so that we could go visit the local ER. My friend's husband is a doctor, and one of his nurses had called earlier for something and had told Susan that "the cutest man she had ever seen" was on call in the emergency room. Apparently doctors from surrounding towns take turns "moonlighting" in the ER's. Anyway, I suggested to Susan that perhaps she could let the colt take a small bite out of her so that I could take her to see this new doctor. I don't know why, but she didn't get too excited about my idea. :?:
Enjoy Melissa's graduation activities. I know it means so much to her to have you by her side, and that is so nice of her boyfriend's family to throw them a party. Krysten just got home and she asked me if I cried today at the graduation. I told her no and she said "Vickie did"...that's her stepmother. Now I feel really bad!! :cry: She then said "that's okay...you will cry your eyes out when I go to college." She is probably right!!
Patti, I am so glad that your DS is okay. I know that your heart must have sunk when you got that phone call. That is my biggest fear, and I find myself worrying about it constantly. DD had a similar thing happen last December when she was on her way to march in her last high school Christmas parade (which she ended up missing). A man slammed on brakes to avoid a dog and wham! I agree with the others that it sounds like your son handled things very well. I know that you are so proud of him!! He sounds like a wonderful boy.
Carol, bless your heart!! I'm sending you prayers and hugs too!! I'm glad that you have gone ahead and scheduled the consult with the surgeon. I know that you will feel much better when you know for sure. I'm still confident that everything will be okay! You have my number and I'm here for you if you ever need me. I'm a good listener!
Merri, welcome back girl. We have missed you! You just keep posting and you will get all the support that you need. I think it was Texaslady who talked about how much you used to inspire us with your dedication to the gym. I still can't wait for you to go prancing by that guy who made that candy bar comment when you make it to goal. He can just eat his heart out!!
Liz, I'll pick out the cutest construction guy and get him into the mail to you Tuesday!! :lol: That "guy in heat" at the gym doesn't know what he is missing by not talking to you...it's his loss...but somehow I don't really think that is the kind of guy that we want to see you with anyway. There is someone much, much better waiting out there for you...and I hope he has a brother for me!! :lol: Seriously, you just keep working on that self-esteem and Mr. Right will come along when you least expect it.
Rebecca, it was good to hear from you! Don't get discouraged. I agree with Texaslady that you have done so good and you can't let a few bumps get you down. Just hang in there!
Texaslady, enjoy working on DD's house. We will definitely plan a New Orleans trip if we don't get to go in September, but I haven't completely given up on that one yet. I love NO, so even if I do get to go in September, I would be ready to go again anytime you wanted to. Oh...and I have "CRS" too!
Jan, I guess y'all are having a great time in Laredo right about now. I am remembering the wonderful time we had at that lovely restaurant...and still thinking about that mirror that I wanted but couldn't bring back on the plane! :rolleyes:
Saara, I miss reading your posts so much! Tell that roomate of yours to hurry and fix the computer! :)
Hi to anyone I might have missed. I better send this before I freeze up again. It is SO frustrating to type and type only to lose your post! Y'all have a wonderful Memorial Day and remember all of those wonderful men and women who gave their lives for our country! That movie about Pearl Harbor has me feeling VERY patriotic! :) :)
Janet (Kudzu)
Enjoy Melissa's graduation activities. I know it means so much to her to have you by her side, and that is so nice of her boyfriend's family to throw them a party. Krysten just got home and she asked me if I cried today at the graduation. I told her no and she said "Vickie did"...that's her stepmother. Now I feel really bad!! :cry: She then said "that's okay...you will cry your eyes out when I go to college." She is probably right!!
Patti, I am so glad that your DS is okay. I know that your heart must have sunk when you got that phone call. That is my biggest fear, and I find myself worrying about it constantly. DD had a similar thing happen last December when she was on her way to march in her last high school Christmas parade (which she ended up missing). A man slammed on brakes to avoid a dog and wham! I agree with the others that it sounds like your son handled things very well. I know that you are so proud of him!! He sounds like a wonderful boy.
Carol, bless your heart!! I'm sending you prayers and hugs too!! I'm glad that you have gone ahead and scheduled the consult with the surgeon. I know that you will feel much better when you know for sure. I'm still confident that everything will be okay! You have my number and I'm here for you if you ever need me. I'm a good listener!
Merri, welcome back girl. We have missed you! You just keep posting and you will get all the support that you need. I think it was Texaslady who talked about how much you used to inspire us with your dedication to the gym. I still can't wait for you to go prancing by that guy who made that candy bar comment when you make it to goal. He can just eat his heart out!!
Liz, I'll pick out the cutest construction guy and get him into the mail to you Tuesday!! :lol: That "guy in heat" at the gym doesn't know what he is missing by not talking to you...it's his loss...but somehow I don't really think that is the kind of guy that we want to see you with anyway. There is someone much, much better waiting out there for you...and I hope he has a brother for me!! :lol: Seriously, you just keep working on that self-esteem and Mr. Right will come along when you least expect it.
Rebecca, it was good to hear from you! Don't get discouraged. I agree with Texaslady that you have done so good and you can't let a few bumps get you down. Just hang in there!
Texaslady, enjoy working on DD's house. We will definitely plan a New Orleans trip if we don't get to go in September, but I haven't completely given up on that one yet. I love NO, so even if I do get to go in September, I would be ready to go again anytime you wanted to. Oh...and I have "CRS" too!
Jan, I guess y'all are having a great time in Laredo right about now. I am remembering the wonderful time we had at that lovely restaurant...and still thinking about that mirror that I wanted but couldn't bring back on the plane! :rolleyes:
Saara, I miss reading your posts so much! Tell that roomate of yours to hurry and fix the computer! :)
Hi to anyone I might have missed. I better send this before I freeze up again. It is SO frustrating to type and type only to lose your post! Y'all have a wonderful Memorial Day and remember all of those wonderful men and women who gave their lives for our country! That movie about Pearl Harbor has me feeling VERY patriotic! :) :)
Janet (Kudzu)
justliz
05-28-2001, 05:51 AM
I hope everyone's holiday weekend is going well. All we have had is rain so I have been holed up in the house. Like I would melt if I went out in it! Not!
Janet: congrats on graduation. Hugs to you and your dd from all of us. (Actually I just misspelled hugs with a "o". That wouldnot have made any sense)
Horses bite?!!! Not in those cowboy movies they don't! And lips? I can feel those nightmares coming. Whatever happened to a cowboys best friend is his horse?
I also had to laugh at that story about the missing toilet. I also have a friend who has been my touchstone since college. We have been there for each other so many times. There is something about a bond between friends that can make life so special.
Joyce: I will be keeping my fingers crossed for that 10 lb mark. I know how you feel about the again part. Can't seem to get past that mark myself. And mine is not a plateau but the old on one day/off the next three syndrome. cheez!
I think that there is a break in the rain so I am going to dash outside for a little yardwork. I bought some more tomato plants that I need to make the container for. I peeked at the ones I have and they are growing! Horray! My friend says that I am overdoing it. I have six zuccini plants, three eggplant and three pepper. Three cherry tomato, three better boy tomato, and I just bought six beefsteak tomato. If I don't get at least one tomato out of all that I will scream!
Hi to everyone!
Liz
Janet: congrats on graduation. Hugs to you and your dd from all of us. (Actually I just misspelled hugs with a "o". That wouldnot have made any sense)
Horses bite?!!! Not in those cowboy movies they don't! And lips? I can feel those nightmares coming. Whatever happened to a cowboys best friend is his horse?
I also had to laugh at that story about the missing toilet. I also have a friend who has been my touchstone since college. We have been there for each other so many times. There is something about a bond between friends that can make life so special.
Joyce: I will be keeping my fingers crossed for that 10 lb mark. I know how you feel about the again part. Can't seem to get past that mark myself. And mine is not a plateau but the old on one day/off the next three syndrome. cheez!
I think that there is a break in the rain so I am going to dash outside for a little yardwork. I bought some more tomato plants that I need to make the container for. I peeked at the ones I have and they are growing! Horray! My friend says that I am overdoing it. I have six zuccini plants, three eggplant and three pepper. Three cherry tomato, three better boy tomato, and I just bought six beefsteak tomato. If I don't get at least one tomato out of all that I will scream!
Hi to everyone!
Liz
saarao
05-28-2001, 07:06 AM
yes, I did found out on Friday, that I have been accepted into the University of Utah for next academic year!!! So I'll be there for the olympics as well, and we will have an extended spring break while the olympics are going on. I'm so excited, but also a bit nervous. I should be flying there in mid August, and there's so many things to do before... 2 months go by so fast...
I just wanted to let you all know. I have to go to work now, but I'll post more in a few days. I hope you're all having a good week! Saara.
p.s. I'm hoping to see you all soon. :)
I just wanted to let you all know. I have to go to work now, but I'll post more in a few days. I hope you're all having a good week! Saara.
p.s. I'm hoping to see you all soon. :)
Rymsh
05-28-2001, 07:31 AM
Good morning! It sounds like everyone is having a good, busy holiday weekend! Mine's been quiet so far- met my dd, etc for a quick lunch yesterday, but that's been about it.
Saara, you posted just as I was staring mine! CONGRATULATIONS!!! The Univ. of Utah is lucky to get you! How exciting! The next couple months will be a whirlwind for you!:dizzy:
Rebecca, don't let the bad week discourage you!! You didn't get the weight on overnight, and you won't change your eating habits and get it off overnight! Just keep on keeping on. Make yourself a list of all the reasons you want to lose weight- including being healthy- and post it on your refrigerator, along with the worst picture yoou can find of yourself!! Speaking of which, I just came across a doozey of me pre-weight loss!:eek: In it I'm bigger than everyone else in the photo put together!
Jan, I'm thinking about you and dh there in Laredo, shopping and dining at Victorias! I can't wait to hear all about it!
Merri, now, now- no more of those "fat, nasty body" thoughts!! You are a beautiful person who deserves to enjoy the benefits that weight loss and a healthy lifestyle will bring! If you view yourself with disgust, you'll soothe the disgust with food, a habit which got us all here!
Texaslady, any time you can't remember how old you are, just ask me!!:DI remember you're a year older than me! Didn't we work together on the building crew for Noah's Ark??:lol: Be careful of your back with all this moving stuff!!!
Patti, how was the dinner with your sister's family the other night?
Liz, your weather seems to be pretty much like ours here in MD. We've had some really nasty storms (and a tornado) over the past couple days. Your veggie garden sounds wonderful!!! Ship some my way when those tomotoes come in, will you?:)
Joyce, congrats on the 2.8 pound loss!! I'm glad your heat wave has lessened a bit, especially with all the power problems California is having! Have you had any of the rolling blackouts in your area?
Janet, aren't you glad for those lost pounds when you were outrunning that colt??? :lol: I sure would love to have seen that!!! I'm glad you were able to spend some time with your best friend- I'm sure that helped you after all the emotional stuff you've been through lately getting ready for Krysten's graduation. You deserved a break! Don't remember the potty story before, but I loved it!
I'd better run. Thanks to all of you for the hugs, positive vibes and prayers! It's going to be a LOOONG week, I'm afraid!
Have a great day, everyone.
Carol
Saara, you posted just as I was staring mine! CONGRATULATIONS!!! The Univ. of Utah is lucky to get you! How exciting! The next couple months will be a whirlwind for you!:dizzy:
Rebecca, don't let the bad week discourage you!! You didn't get the weight on overnight, and you won't change your eating habits and get it off overnight! Just keep on keeping on. Make yourself a list of all the reasons you want to lose weight- including being healthy- and post it on your refrigerator, along with the worst picture yoou can find of yourself!! Speaking of which, I just came across a doozey of me pre-weight loss!:eek: In it I'm bigger than everyone else in the photo put together!
Jan, I'm thinking about you and dh there in Laredo, shopping and dining at Victorias! I can't wait to hear all about it!
Merri, now, now- no more of those "fat, nasty body" thoughts!! You are a beautiful person who deserves to enjoy the benefits that weight loss and a healthy lifestyle will bring! If you view yourself with disgust, you'll soothe the disgust with food, a habit which got us all here!
Texaslady, any time you can't remember how old you are, just ask me!!:DI remember you're a year older than me! Didn't we work together on the building crew for Noah's Ark??:lol: Be careful of your back with all this moving stuff!!!
Patti, how was the dinner with your sister's family the other night?
Liz, your weather seems to be pretty much like ours here in MD. We've had some really nasty storms (and a tornado) over the past couple days. Your veggie garden sounds wonderful!!! Ship some my way when those tomotoes come in, will you?:)
Joyce, congrats on the 2.8 pound loss!! I'm glad your heat wave has lessened a bit, especially with all the power problems California is having! Have you had any of the rolling blackouts in your area?
Janet, aren't you glad for those lost pounds when you were outrunning that colt??? :lol: I sure would love to have seen that!!! I'm glad you were able to spend some time with your best friend- I'm sure that helped you after all the emotional stuff you've been through lately getting ready for Krysten's graduation. You deserved a break! Don't remember the potty story before, but I loved it!
I'd better run. Thanks to all of you for the hugs, positive vibes and prayers! It's going to be a LOOONG week, I'm afraid!
Have a great day, everyone.
Carol
sweetsurrender
05-28-2001, 08:12 AM
Hi, everyone... remember me? :)
I've been AWOL for so long that I can't believe it. I had to take a break from WW while I dealt with a recurrence of my eating disorder and some depression and a panic disorder, but now I'm back in full force. Today is day one of my new recommitment to WW and losing weight the HEALTHY way.
Since I've been here last, I've finished my thesis and almost graduated. I got to participate in the ceremony, but because of my problems, I ended up failing accounting, leaving me one class short of graduation. I'm taking it in July, though, so I'm feeling okay about the whole thing. With the problems that I had and the severity of the depression, to have gotten this close to graduation is a major accomplishment.
I've stocked my house with good-for-me foods, but I'm going to head to the grocery store today to pick up a few remaining things.
I'm excited to be back, and I can't wait to start losing THE RIGHT WAY again!
I've been AWOL for so long that I can't believe it. I had to take a break from WW while I dealt with a recurrence of my eating disorder and some depression and a panic disorder, but now I'm back in full force. Today is day one of my new recommitment to WW and losing weight the HEALTHY way.
Since I've been here last, I've finished my thesis and almost graduated. I got to participate in the ceremony, but because of my problems, I ended up failing accounting, leaving me one class short of graduation. I'm taking it in July, though, so I'm feeling okay about the whole thing. With the problems that I had and the severity of the depression, to have gotten this close to graduation is a major accomplishment.
I've stocked my house with good-for-me foods, but I'm going to head to the grocery store today to pick up a few remaining things.
I'm excited to be back, and I can't wait to start losing THE RIGHT WAY again!
Rymsh
05-28-2001, 10:12 AM
Kendra, I'm so glad you are feeling better and are back with us! :DIt sounds like you've really been through a lot! Congratulations on getting back on the program- we've missed you!!!
Carol
Carol
merri24
05-28-2001, 10:21 AM
Hi gals....
Well, I felt so loved i am surprised you guys remembered me so.... Well, the gym thing has been off and on I guess I kind of stopped going for awhile. I recently started doing water aerobics and absolutely love it.... I'm not so self-conscious like I usually am when I exercise. You know Kudzu I don't think I'll ever forget that candy bar comment - maybe I should use that as motivation..... I totally pigged out this weekend so I'm sort of afraid to weigh in so maybe I'll just do the meetings this week. Maybe I'll do a couple. I think I seriously need the motivation and being here has made me feel like I can do it again!!! I really want to lose some weight within the next couple weeks because I'm going to New Orleans with a few friends and want to look good for the bar scene - I need to find me a few of those southern boys :o . I am so bad :) ........
Hope you all have a good weigh in!!!
Merri
Well, I felt so loved i am surprised you guys remembered me so.... Well, the gym thing has been off and on I guess I kind of stopped going for awhile. I recently started doing water aerobics and absolutely love it.... I'm not so self-conscious like I usually am when I exercise. You know Kudzu I don't think I'll ever forget that candy bar comment - maybe I should use that as motivation..... I totally pigged out this weekend so I'm sort of afraid to weigh in so maybe I'll just do the meetings this week. Maybe I'll do a couple. I think I seriously need the motivation and being here has made me feel like I can do it again!!! I really want to lose some weight within the next couple weeks because I'm going to New Orleans with a few friends and want to look good for the bar scene - I need to find me a few of those southern boys :o . I am so bad :) ........
Hope you all have a good weigh in!!!
Merri
JanetMae
05-28-2001, 01:05 PM
Hi all! Well, we're back from Nuevo Laredo, a bit poorer but a lot more cheerful! We had a great time, lots of walking and shopping (in spite of the 100+ heat). Especially enjoyed the pool (yep, Texaslady, we stayed at La Posada, my favorite hotel). Before losing this weight, I seldom used a hotel swimming pool, and then only after dark and when no one else was around. Isn't it ironic that I let being heavy stand in the way of doing healthful activities? Hmm. We went to Victoria's and shared a chicken fajita plate and a ceviche, just uno margarita each, so stayed pretty much OP. I'm hoping to reach goal before my surgery at the end of June, tho' I'll probably have to go to that meeting where the scales weight 3-4 pounds under! Sure hope they don't buy a new scale!
Kendra, how wonderful that you've returned! We missed you!
And congrats on finishing that thesis; what a relief that must be. Sorry to hear of your recent problems, but it sure sounds like you have overcome them, and are right back on track! Good for you, stocking up on healthy stuff and going back on the WW program! (You're so right, it's definitely the sensible and safe way to keep off the weight for good.) Btw, check your private messages for info about our September get-together.
Merri, the water aerobics sound like fun. Is there a leader for that, or do you have your own routine? And don't be afraid to go to meetings and weigh in; after a little slipup, it's doubly important to get right back on track and face the music. (How's that for a mixed metaphor? ;) ) Sometimes I go to more than one meeting a week, too; it's interesting to hear different leaders, and each group dynamic is unique. Oh, and check your private messages for our second reunion info!
Saara, yay, :) :) I am so excited for you! And I agree, Utah's lucky to get you. We'll have to start making plans for a get-together that fits in with your academic calendar. (I guess the September thing is at a bad time for that? The details are in a private message to you.)
Liz, good luck with your tomato plants! Sounds like you have quite a garden there. Our roma tomatoes are bearing really well right now; I made a thin crust shrimp pizza with them last night, yum. And yes, Laredo is still very western, with saddle shops, cowboy hats, guitars and of course, cattle & cactus. It's amazing how the scenery changes in less than 200 miles from our part of Texas, which is rolling hills & oak trees, to scrub brush, sage and sand.
Patti, I agree, after a week like that, maintaining is something to celebrate! Good luck at wi, and I hope the estimate on your ds's car is reasonable.
JOYce, congrats on your loss! That's terrific; I'm sure you'll be heading right down the scale at a steady pace.
Janet, you have the funniest stories! That's kind of scary about the colt, though; he sounds pretty aggressive. My horse Joe used to nip at people, just being frisky, but he never took a real bite out of anything except the roof of my car, once. DH said horses like the taste of paint; wish I'd known that before letting him get near it! Luckily it didn't make Joe sick. My Dad taught us to have a healthy respect for horses' ability to injure people, accidentally of course. He saw quite a few men injured when he was young and worked on those trail drives.
Carol, sending virtual hugs your way, and will be thinking about you this week. Please let us know how things are going! I thought about your little sweetie when I was in Laredo; saw all kinds of cute cowboy outfits that would go with that hat you got for him. Texaslady is right, we'll have to go for a longer trip next time! Maybe we could all stay at La Posada?
Texaslady, did you get lots of stuff moved in to your DD's house over the weekend? Hope the traffic wasn't too bad. I think half of Houston was in Laredo, and the other half went tubing down the Guadalupe.
Rebecca, hope you had a great weekend!
Guess I'd better get back to work; am trying to get stuff done at the office while everyone's gone.
Regards,
Jan
Kendra, how wonderful that you've returned! We missed you!
And congrats on finishing that thesis; what a relief that must be. Sorry to hear of your recent problems, but it sure sounds like you have overcome them, and are right back on track! Good for you, stocking up on healthy stuff and going back on the WW program! (You're so right, it's definitely the sensible and safe way to keep off the weight for good.) Btw, check your private messages for info about our September get-together.
Merri, the water aerobics sound like fun. Is there a leader for that, or do you have your own routine? And don't be afraid to go to meetings and weigh in; after a little slipup, it's doubly important to get right back on track and face the music. (How's that for a mixed metaphor? ;) ) Sometimes I go to more than one meeting a week, too; it's interesting to hear different leaders, and each group dynamic is unique. Oh, and check your private messages for our second reunion info!
Saara, yay, :) :) I am so excited for you! And I agree, Utah's lucky to get you. We'll have to start making plans for a get-together that fits in with your academic calendar. (I guess the September thing is at a bad time for that? The details are in a private message to you.)
Liz, good luck with your tomato plants! Sounds like you have quite a garden there. Our roma tomatoes are bearing really well right now; I made a thin crust shrimp pizza with them last night, yum. And yes, Laredo is still very western, with saddle shops, cowboy hats, guitars and of course, cattle & cactus. It's amazing how the scenery changes in less than 200 miles from our part of Texas, which is rolling hills & oak trees, to scrub brush, sage and sand.
Patti, I agree, after a week like that, maintaining is something to celebrate! Good luck at wi, and I hope the estimate on your ds's car is reasonable.
JOYce, congrats on your loss! That's terrific; I'm sure you'll be heading right down the scale at a steady pace.
Janet, you have the funniest stories! That's kind of scary about the colt, though; he sounds pretty aggressive. My horse Joe used to nip at people, just being frisky, but he never took a real bite out of anything except the roof of my car, once. DH said horses like the taste of paint; wish I'd known that before letting him get near it! Luckily it didn't make Joe sick. My Dad taught us to have a healthy respect for horses' ability to injure people, accidentally of course. He saw quite a few men injured when he was young and worked on those trail drives.
Carol, sending virtual hugs your way, and will be thinking about you this week. Please let us know how things are going! I thought about your little sweetie when I was in Laredo; saw all kinds of cute cowboy outfits that would go with that hat you got for him. Texaslady is right, we'll have to go for a longer trip next time! Maybe we could all stay at La Posada?
Texaslady, did you get lots of stuff moved in to your DD's house over the weekend? Hope the traffic wasn't too bad. I think half of Houston was in Laredo, and the other half went tubing down the Guadalupe.
Rebecca, hope you had a great weekend!
Guess I'd better get back to work; am trying to get stuff done at the office while everyone's gone.
Regards,
Jan
gmalil
05-29-2001, 01:14 PM
:?: Where is everybody??
A quiet tuesday morning!
I went for a walk this morning! getting back in a routine:)
Got a little nervous, the Sheriffs seemed to be looking for somebody....so came back sooner than would have.
Probably nothing more than a run-away from the Youth detention camp that is just over the hill.
I'll get my fearless dog and go do some yardwork..yeh, fearless!! You should have seen her when she spied 2 baby skunks in the back yard!!! :lol: She would not get off the deck,( thank goodness!) she just barked nervously at them. she had experience with them a few years ago, guess she has a good memory!
Have a great day!
~~~~~~
:wave:
Joyce
A quiet tuesday morning!
I went for a walk this morning! getting back in a routine:)
Got a little nervous, the Sheriffs seemed to be looking for somebody....so came back sooner than would have.
Probably nothing more than a run-away from the Youth detention camp that is just over the hill.
I'll get my fearless dog and go do some yardwork..yeh, fearless!! You should have seen her when she spied 2 baby skunks in the back yard!!! :lol: She would not get off the deck,( thank goodness!) she just barked nervously at them. she had experience with them a few years ago, guess she has a good memory!
Have a great day!
~~~~~~
:wave:
Joyce
JanetMae
05-29-2001, 02:06 PM
JOYce, your dog's a lot smarter than ours was; he just loved to chase skunks under our vehicles, proudly cornering them there while barking nonstop! Way to go on resuming your morning walks!
And you're right, it really is quiet in here. Maybe everyone's busy getting back into their routines after the 3-day weekend?
And you're right, it really is quiet in here. Maybe everyone's busy getting back into their routines after the 3-day weekend?
NawlinsLady
05-29-2001, 05:22 PM
Hi Ladies,
Well I did not go to WI last night. Was just worn out. DH and DS and I went to French Quarter yesterday and walked, and walked, and walked some more. DS was taking pictures with his new camera. It was really hot but we had a good time. He is really great with that camera. He has a great eye and takes some really interesting shots. He mostly likes black and white. He took some of some little street jazz bands and some of the artists around Jackson Square and some of the architecture, like St. Louis Cathedral.
So, if I missed two weeks can I just pay for them to catch up next week? Please tell me that I don't have to start over again!!!! I don't think I've gained any, maybe a pound or so.
And also, lo and behold if I didn't get my TOM on Friday!!! Only about 2 weeks late!!!! I talked to a friend of mine who is my age and she said the same thing has been happening to her. Oh well I at least feel better now and don't think I have anything too serious wrong. Thanks to all of you who gave me advice when I was worried.
We got all of the parts purchased for DS's car. Just for the parts it was $879. I'm supposed to get the price for the labor and painting this afternoon. It sounds better than I thought it would be.
The dinner for my neice was nice. I was good and got grilled salmon and it was wonderful!! The restaurant was nice, VERY Italian.
Well, I'd better go do some work!! Hope everyone is doing great and {{{Carol}}} still thinking of you.
Bye,
Patti
Well I did not go to WI last night. Was just worn out. DH and DS and I went to French Quarter yesterday and walked, and walked, and walked some more. DS was taking pictures with his new camera. It was really hot but we had a good time. He is really great with that camera. He has a great eye and takes some really interesting shots. He mostly likes black and white. He took some of some little street jazz bands and some of the artists around Jackson Square and some of the architecture, like St. Louis Cathedral.
So, if I missed two weeks can I just pay for them to catch up next week? Please tell me that I don't have to start over again!!!! I don't think I've gained any, maybe a pound or so.
And also, lo and behold if I didn't get my TOM on Friday!!! Only about 2 weeks late!!!! I talked to a friend of mine who is my age and she said the same thing has been happening to her. Oh well I at least feel better now and don't think I have anything too serious wrong. Thanks to all of you who gave me advice when I was worried.
We got all of the parts purchased for DS's car. Just for the parts it was $879. I'm supposed to get the price for the labor and painting this afternoon. It sounds better than I thought it would be.
The dinner for my neice was nice. I was good and got grilled salmon and it was wonderful!! The restaurant was nice, VERY Italian.
Well, I'd better go do some work!! Hope everyone is doing great and {{{Carol}}} still thinking of you.
Bye,
Patti
merri24
05-29-2001, 06:26 PM
Hi all!!!
Well, I took your advice and went to weigh in today :cry: and faced the music and sad to say I gained 3 pounds - Ugh... Why is it so easy to gain the weight but so hard to lose... I guess it's my own fault who else took that extra cake, hot dog, etc... I suddenly felt motivated during my meeting to stick with it this week.
Janet Mae - Yeah I love water aerobics we have a very enegetic leader who brings awesome music!! Sometimes we do water volleyball, and I'm super competitive so I get excited!! I actually don't feel self-conscious because a lot of the ladies are overweight too. The leader told us anytime we want to get certified to let her know - I'll have to lose some more weight before I do that.....
Nawlinslady - Have you lived in New Orleans all your life?? I'm going down there in Mid-June and need some ideas on where some good places to go are?? I can't wait until I go but definitely wish there was less of me going....
Saara - congrads on Utah!!! I am definitely jealous... Would definitely take advantage of those sexy athletic men :devil: ....
Well, Talk to you guys later.....
Merri
Well, I took your advice and went to weigh in today :cry: and faced the music and sad to say I gained 3 pounds - Ugh... Why is it so easy to gain the weight but so hard to lose... I guess it's my own fault who else took that extra cake, hot dog, etc... I suddenly felt motivated during my meeting to stick with it this week.
Janet Mae - Yeah I love water aerobics we have a very enegetic leader who brings awesome music!! Sometimes we do water volleyball, and I'm super competitive so I get excited!! I actually don't feel self-conscious because a lot of the ladies are overweight too. The leader told us anytime we want to get certified to let her know - I'll have to lose some more weight before I do that.....
Nawlinslady - Have you lived in New Orleans all your life?? I'm going down there in Mid-June and need some ideas on where some good places to go are?? I can't wait until I go but definitely wish there was less of me going....
Saara - congrads on Utah!!! I am definitely jealous... Would definitely take advantage of those sexy athletic men :devil: ....
Well, Talk to you guys later.....
Merri
gmalil
05-29-2001, 09:17 PM
Oh Patti!, You make it sound just marvelous! I can hardly wait to see it all.
I just got dh a digital camera for his bday, so should get some nice pix with that when we visit your fair city!
I'm been surfing the web, finiding all sorts of fun things to see.
Wouldn't you know!?!?! after walking this morning, granddaughter came home this afternoon, and asked if I would go along with her to pay her college fees and find her classrooms!!! I walked another mile!! and it has warmed up again, so by the time we finished up at the Bookstore, my face was beet red, it's a wonder they didn't call the paramedics for this old lady!!! :mad:
It was fun to see her so excited, and comforting to be able to show her the closest parking lot to her building, etc..
She brought home the 'official'pictures that were taken at the prom. I'll put them on my site for a few days.
Patti, it sounds like your baby has quite a dent in his car$$$!! So glad he is o.k.!
Congrats merri for facing the scale! It is not easy for me to do, after I've been off prog for a while. those 3 pounds will come off before you know it!!
~~~
:wave:
Joyce
I just got dh a digital camera for his bday, so should get some nice pix with that when we visit your fair city!
I'm been surfing the web, finiding all sorts of fun things to see.
Wouldn't you know!?!?! after walking this morning, granddaughter came home this afternoon, and asked if I would go along with her to pay her college fees and find her classrooms!!! I walked another mile!! and it has warmed up again, so by the time we finished up at the Bookstore, my face was beet red, it's a wonder they didn't call the paramedics for this old lady!!! :mad:
It was fun to see her so excited, and comforting to be able to show her the closest parking lot to her building, etc..
She brought home the 'official'pictures that were taken at the prom. I'll put them on my site for a few days.
Patti, it sounds like your baby has quite a dent in his car$$$!! So glad he is o.k.!
Congrats merri for facing the scale! It is not easy for me to do, after I've been off prog for a while. those 3 pounds will come off before you know it!!
~~~
:wave:
Joyce
Figgie
05-30-2001, 02:07 AM
Hello, ladies. I am "Linda Jean," but we changed our email address and it wouldn't let me re-register under that username because it was already "taken!" Anyhow, I'd like to rejoin your 50's group if I may. JOYce has been telling me from time to time that a couple of you have asked how I've been doing. I appreciate your thinking about me, even though it has been so long since I posted last.
We took a month-long trip to Denver in February where we assisted my cousin in moving her Dad (my uncle) from a convalescent home to a nicer place which is an assisted living facility. We needed to shop for lots of things he needed in his new digs and DH was putting things together (computer table, shelves, things to help him be more comfortable, etc.) like crazy for a few days near the end of our trip. *Any*way -- I ended up having candy for breakfast many mornings (it was there), along with other indulgences when we were out for meals so often, and I put on a few pounds, of course. So, I am back at WW, over goal (much to my chagrin; I know that at least one of you was looking to me for tips on how to maintain)--and determined to get back down to the weight I was when I left for Denver.
I do have a question, and that is, how is the "Winning Points" different from the regular 123 points system? And are most of you indeed, counting carrots as points? And my biggest question is, have you all adjusted your ranges down as they suggest now?
Thanks for your input.
We took a month-long trip to Denver in February where we assisted my cousin in moving her Dad (my uncle) from a convalescent home to a nicer place which is an assisted living facility. We needed to shop for lots of things he needed in his new digs and DH was putting things together (computer table, shelves, things to help him be more comfortable, etc.) like crazy for a few days near the end of our trip. *Any*way -- I ended up having candy for breakfast many mornings (it was there), along with other indulgences when we were out for meals so often, and I put on a few pounds, of course. So, I am back at WW, over goal (much to my chagrin; I know that at least one of you was looking to me for tips on how to maintain)--and determined to get back down to the weight I was when I left for Denver.
I do have a question, and that is, how is the "Winning Points" different from the regular 123 points system? And are most of you indeed, counting carrots as points? And my biggest question is, have you all adjusted your ranges down as they suggest now?
Thanks for your input.
texaslady
05-30-2001, 09:41 AM
Hi everyone - isn't it great that its WEDNESDAY already! Boy I could get used to these short weeks! I did stop by to read posts yesterday but couldn't find the time to stay so I am starting early this am before the day gets crazy again.
Saara - HUGE CONGRATS on the assignment to Univ of Utah! The only portion of Utah I have ever seen was when we cut through a corner of the state on our way back to Vegas from the Northern Rim of the Grand Canyon. I remember lots of beautiful mountains and scenery. I am SO excited for you! And this late notice doesn't give you much time to get yourself and your stuff together, does it? Be sure you get that computer fixed before you leave so we can keep track of you now!
Linda - It is also great to see you back on the board! So many familiar faces returning to us! I think its wonderful that you feel comfortable enough to return and wise enough to know that you need to get right back up on the WW band wagon after slipping up. I would imagine it will be much easier to take off those few extra pounds right now rather than wait until they all creep back on. As for the winning points program - I don't care much for it and I pretty much stay on the 1-2-3 program. Hey, 1-2-3 has worked for me and I don't mess around with something that works! I have read comments on the site where some WW leaders have even basically said, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."
Carol - How are you doing this week? I am sure it is one of the "longest" weeks you have had in a while. Hang in there - we are all still thinking about you and praying hard. Let us know as soon as you see the doctor. Gald you seemed to have had a restful week-end at least and that you got some time with your dd. I know that she is worried about you too!!
JOYce - Wow, you have gotten your exercise this week! It is exciting to see our kids (or grandkids) moving into a new phase of their lives! A little heart-rendering that they don't "need" us as much anymore, but still the way things should be. Let us know when the prom pics are up and I will drop by and check. I meant to tell you a few days ago how sweet your comments were about the Texas homecoming mum I sent Melissa. It was really my pleasure and I am so glad you were both pleased.
Janet - I have to agree about the colt - what a mental picture that is!! Would have paid big money to have seen you running around that corral! And of course horses have "lips"! Anyone who has even seen one "grin" knows that! I know how badly you wanted that mirror you found in Mexico. Next time we have to figure out a way for you to get it back home! Glad Krysten's grad went fine - and that you weren't a weeping mess! Don't worry about the step-mother comment either - I make it a rule not to worry about ANYTHING my dd's step-mother says! :lol:
Merri - How is it going on day 2 - or is it 3? I am glad you are doing the water aerobics. That's something I have thought of doing but there just isn't a water facility close enough for me to drag myself to at the end of the day - and it would have to be pretty close! We have a pool right down the street but they don't offer anything but kids' swimming lessons and regular swim times. I have heard that water aerobics is better than the gym because there is less impact. Of course, you are young, but that means a lot to an old lady like me! I remember the candy bar story, too! Would have like to have smacked that kid good! Glad you went to WW in spite of your bad week - the meetings are usually a really good place to re-charge your motivation.
Jan - I knew that's where you would be staying in Laredo! :) It looked like such a wonderful hotel when we were there. I think on our "next" trip, we should all go and stay there at least one night and then we can make multiple trips across the border! Just think of all the things we could bring back to the hotel and not have to carry around all day! The possibilities are endless! Of course, Janet and I will have to get a U-haul! She can drop me off and head back to Mississippi with her mirrors!
Patti - Sounds like you had great fun on your mini week-end excursion. You know I think we sometimes all forget to be "tourists" in our own cities and towns! It can be so much fun to see our own sites - no need to do much traveling! Do you know I have never been to the Space Center here in Houston and I have lived here all my life - except for the 20 years ex-dh was in the Army. Its only about 80 miles on the other side of Houston from me, and I have never been. A pity. It is on my list of things to do someday - before I get TOO old~! Good luck on getting the car repaired. Sorry it will delay your househunting - but as you said earlier, better now than 2 months ago!
Kendra - so glad to have you back again, too! Congratulations on finishing your Masters's! That's a huge accomplishment under the best of circumstances - much less under bad ones! My dd was awarded her Master's in Environmental Geology a few weeks ago too. She is really glad to be done and I know you are too - well, almost done anyway. We are here for your support and I am glad to see that you are feeling more in control of things now.
Liz - All I have to say is that if all those plants bear fruit, you are going to be swimming in vegetables this summer! Tomatoes are already producing wildly around here. Its amazing how far apart our growing seasons are! Too bad about your rainy holiday week-end. We had a few storms one afternoon, but other than that it was hot, hot, hot and dry, dry, dry - something you will hear Jan and I saying most of the next 5 months! Anyway, I am really glad you had some time off from your busy job! Are you still working on your house? Or have you transferred all your energy to your garden now! I know we only have so much energy to go around so we have to spead it carefully!
DD and her fiance are just about moved into their new place. The movers will come this Friday and get the heavy furniture. But everything else is in the house and mostly put away now. We just about killed ourselves last week-end, but the worse is over I think. The place really is beginning to look like a "home" now that stuff is put away and window treatments are up in the formal, ktichen and den. Of course, some furniture is already there too. None of the bedroom windows have been done - but that's another week-end, I guess. We spent the entire week-end either working or making multiple trips to the store to pick up odds and ends - all of which added up to much $$$$$. Moving is never cheap, is it? Tomorrow I will go pick up my "grand-dog" and bring him home with me for the night so he doesn't get too stressed with the movers and all the excitement happening on Friday.
Gotta go - I see I have written the great American novel here now. Everyone have a great rest of the week! Will check in again later.
Saara - HUGE CONGRATS on the assignment to Univ of Utah! The only portion of Utah I have ever seen was when we cut through a corner of the state on our way back to Vegas from the Northern Rim of the Grand Canyon. I remember lots of beautiful mountains and scenery. I am SO excited for you! And this late notice doesn't give you much time to get yourself and your stuff together, does it? Be sure you get that computer fixed before you leave so we can keep track of you now!
Linda - It is also great to see you back on the board! So many familiar faces returning to us! I think its wonderful that you feel comfortable enough to return and wise enough to know that you need to get right back up on the WW band wagon after slipping up. I would imagine it will be much easier to take off those few extra pounds right now rather than wait until they all creep back on. As for the winning points program - I don't care much for it and I pretty much stay on the 1-2-3 program. Hey, 1-2-3 has worked for me and I don't mess around with something that works! I have read comments on the site where some WW leaders have even basically said, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."
Carol - How are you doing this week? I am sure it is one of the "longest" weeks you have had in a while. Hang in there - we are all still thinking about you and praying hard. Let us know as soon as you see the doctor. Gald you seemed to have had a restful week-end at least and that you got some time with your dd. I know that she is worried about you too!!
JOYce - Wow, you have gotten your exercise this week! It is exciting to see our kids (or grandkids) moving into a new phase of their lives! A little heart-rendering that they don't "need" us as much anymore, but still the way things should be. Let us know when the prom pics are up and I will drop by and check. I meant to tell you a few days ago how sweet your comments were about the Texas homecoming mum I sent Melissa. It was really my pleasure and I am so glad you were both pleased.
Janet - I have to agree about the colt - what a mental picture that is!! Would have paid big money to have seen you running around that corral! And of course horses have "lips"! Anyone who has even seen one "grin" knows that! I know how badly you wanted that mirror you found in Mexico. Next time we have to figure out a way for you to get it back home! Glad Krysten's grad went fine - and that you weren't a weeping mess! Don't worry about the step-mother comment either - I make it a rule not to worry about ANYTHING my dd's step-mother says! :lol:
Merri - How is it going on day 2 - or is it 3? I am glad you are doing the water aerobics. That's something I have thought of doing but there just isn't a water facility close enough for me to drag myself to at the end of the day - and it would have to be pretty close! We have a pool right down the street but they don't offer anything but kids' swimming lessons and regular swim times. I have heard that water aerobics is better than the gym because there is less impact. Of course, you are young, but that means a lot to an old lady like me! I remember the candy bar story, too! Would have like to have smacked that kid good! Glad you went to WW in spite of your bad week - the meetings are usually a really good place to re-charge your motivation.
Jan - I knew that's where you would be staying in Laredo! :) It looked like such a wonderful hotel when we were there. I think on our "next" trip, we should all go and stay there at least one night and then we can make multiple trips across the border! Just think of all the things we could bring back to the hotel and not have to carry around all day! The possibilities are endless! Of course, Janet and I will have to get a U-haul! She can drop me off and head back to Mississippi with her mirrors!
Patti - Sounds like you had great fun on your mini week-end excursion. You know I think we sometimes all forget to be "tourists" in our own cities and towns! It can be so much fun to see our own sites - no need to do much traveling! Do you know I have never been to the Space Center here in Houston and I have lived here all my life - except for the 20 years ex-dh was in the Army. Its only about 80 miles on the other side of Houston from me, and I have never been. A pity. It is on my list of things to do someday - before I get TOO old~! Good luck on getting the car repaired. Sorry it will delay your househunting - but as you said earlier, better now than 2 months ago!
Kendra - so glad to have you back again, too! Congratulations on finishing your Masters's! That's a huge accomplishment under the best of circumstances - much less under bad ones! My dd was awarded her Master's in Environmental Geology a few weeks ago too. She is really glad to be done and I know you are too - well, almost done anyway. We are here for your support and I am glad to see that you are feeling more in control of things now.
Liz - All I have to say is that if all those plants bear fruit, you are going to be swimming in vegetables this summer! Tomatoes are already producing wildly around here. Its amazing how far apart our growing seasons are! Too bad about your rainy holiday week-end. We had a few storms one afternoon, but other than that it was hot, hot, hot and dry, dry, dry - something you will hear Jan and I saying most of the next 5 months! Anyway, I am really glad you had some time off from your busy job! Are you still working on your house? Or have you transferred all your energy to your garden now! I know we only have so much energy to go around so we have to spead it carefully!
DD and her fiance are just about moved into their new place. The movers will come this Friday and get the heavy furniture. But everything else is in the house and mostly put away now. We just about killed ourselves last week-end, but the worse is over I think. The place really is beginning to look like a "home" now that stuff is put away and window treatments are up in the formal, ktichen and den. Of course, some furniture is already there too. None of the bedroom windows have been done - but that's another week-end, I guess. We spent the entire week-end either working or making multiple trips to the store to pick up odds and ends - all of which added up to much $$$$$. Moving is never cheap, is it? Tomorrow I will go pick up my "grand-dog" and bring him home with me for the night so he doesn't get too stressed with the movers and all the excitement happening on Friday.
Gotta go - I see I have written the great American novel here now. Everyone have a great rest of the week! Will check in again later.
JanetMae
05-30-2001, 10:16 AM
Hi Linda! Great to hear from you again!
Since we've moved to a second page, will start the next thread now. Everybody come join us in 50 or More # 63!
Jan
Since we've moved to a second page, will start the next thread now. Everybody come join us in 50 or More # 63!
Jan