Sugar Shakers - Sugarbusters Weekly Support Board 10/10 - 10/16

Welcome to Sugarbusters!

This is the Sugarbusters support board, where anyone following, or interested in following, Sugarbusters is welcome to come for discussion, and support. We hope you will become a part of our great group!

We try to have different themes for different days of the week.

MONDAY: MMM, or Metal Monster Monday, is when we weigh in, and post our progress. This is voluntary.

TUESDAY: Is tip day- we try to share a tip, or two to help each other.

WEDNESDAY: Is Wonderful Wednesday. On Wednesdays, we share something wonderful about our selves, or our lives.

THURSDAY: Is Thirst Day! A reminder to drink your water! Its a good day to share a recipe too! :)

FRIDAY: Is FF, for Friday funnies. Everyone needs a laugh on Friday!


You are welcome to post questions, vent frustrations, whatever, but please be respectful of others and their beliefs.


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

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

Look for our QUARTERLY RECIPE BOARDS to post your favorite recipes and to see the most recently posted recipes. Recipes from the quarterly boards will be archived in proper categories at some point.


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

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

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

We also have a SB WEEKLY EXERCISE BOARD that you can log your daily/weekly exercises on which is located on our weekly support board:
(http://showthread.php?p=977686#post977686)
(http://showthread.php?p=977686#post977686)http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?p=983735#post983735


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Challenges!

1. Stay on program totally, no cheats for as many days as you can this week. Report how you do!

2. What do you do when temptation strikes? Think of a plan, or plans, and share them.

3. Get your exercise in...and post it!

4. Drink your water!

Now, MAKE this a good week! You CAN do it!

Good morning! I almost over slept. I have a dentist appointment this morning, so I need to get going. Its rainy looking again...how depressing! :(

I will be back after my dentist appointment...then I have a friend coming over for lunch and to visit, so I might not be able to get on until later this afternoon. I hope everyone is doing well!

Later! :wave:

I hopped on the Metal Monster this morning...I stayed the same. I may try again later, and see if I lose a 1/2 pound...but I will be very surprised if I do! It was not a great week of sticking to the rules... and I had Mexican Saturday night. All in all, though, I have lost 16 pounds since I started this Leptin stuff. I feel pretty encouraged. I wish it were faster, but 16 in three months is pretty good for me, and much better than staying the same or gaining....

Hope everyone else has a good MMM....

Good morning all!

I hope everyone is poised for a good week! I've been out of town a lot and that will continue for most of the month. I got back in from a conference last night and am headed out again this afternoon. For a non-election year this fall is busier that I thought it would be. Which means my eating is not doing so good. I haven't been prepared and have been eating almost all my meals out--not good.

I need to get my head back into a healthy eating mode--for some reason that seems to be very hard right now.

I haven't had a chance to check last week's board, but I hope everyone is doing well!

Susan

I'm back :) I had a great time in Louisville. Learned new stuff about toxins, hormones and even time management. I'm ready to take on the world.

I was able to go to lunch with Jackie on Friday. It was great to get to meet another SB buddy. Poor thing had to deal with a little more Arbonne enthusiasm that I meant to give out. It's hard when you are hearing it 24/7 for a few days. I needed the break. :) I got a picture of the two of us on my picture phone. I'll try to post it later...

We got in after midnight on Saturday. I had to go wake up my babies for a kiss. When I woke up yesterday morning Trav informed me that we had a picnic to go to after church, and he had invited some guests over for dinner, too. So by the time I dropped into bed last night I was dead. I haven't been able to catch up on you guys yet, but thought that I would go ahead and post.

I did water aerobic this morning, but had to keep it low key. My back is killing me from the driving and sitting all day for 3 days. I did make myself get up and use the exercise equipment at the hotel every day while I was there. It helped to start the day off right.

I'm not going to weigh today. It's the wrong time of the month to be worrying about an extra lb. I started last night and I'm really cramping.

This week is going to be crazy. I'll try to keep on with you guys. :)


MONET- How about Friday? I'll call you.

Gator- I'm back :) How's the weather down there. Have you been riding with the top down? My sister has a CD changer. They are really great. I tend to use alot of trunk space with strollers, etc.. I think I'll get one when I earn my Mercedes :)

Sorry I haven't been posting but I'm not doing well with my eating. I've just been lurking. Maybe this week will be better. Good luck everyone with MMM.

Good morning Ladies,

Not much time to post. I have to leave for a meeting which will last all afternoon. It was a busy weekend. We had a big church social yesterday. Eating was not good.

Monet I like your challenges this week. I'll do my best. It is rainy here too.

Susan, glad you could pop in. Hope you slow down soon.

Talitha, glad you had a nice trip.

Got to run.

Monet--Thanks for the challenges this week. Right now I can't think of what I do when temptation strikes, because I had a very bad week last week. My plan was just to give in to it!!! LOL :D So MMM was not good to me this week, but it's all my own fault.

But today is a new week, and I have started journaling again a/o this morning. I have lentil soup on the stove, and will eat healthy today. I have French class tonight and I always meet my DH for supper at a Chinese restaurant. We don't get a big meal, and in fact, share one meal. But I don't think Chinese is all that healthy. Too many calories for what you get, because of the oil they use. Might have to switch restaurants.

Talitha--Glad you had a great trip. I sent you an email. Bet it was fun meeting Jackie. We sure miss her on the board, don't we.

BOB--Be sure to read my post to you on page 5 of last week's board. Again, I commiserate with you over the loss to the dang Dawgs at Neyland on Saturday.

Frog--Hope your week is great. Do you still do any running?

Gotta go. Talk to y'all later.

Its been hectic so far today. Had my dentist appointment, and got a gold star for both the upper and lower teeth...hardly any plaque and still no cavities! Not eating sugar helps a LOT.

I made a beef vegetable soup for lunch, and had a friend over for lunch and coffee. We vent together, and commiserate. I have known her for almost 20 years...so its nice to get together.

Breakfast was crustless quiche, lunch was a large bowl of the vegetable beef soup, dinner will be more soup. :)

The second grade teacher called and asked me to sub for her tomorrow. She sounds awful...she has laryngitis, and can barely speak. The headmistress said they would cover the class for me since I teach art tomorrow afternoon too...

Oh, and I finished the baby afghan! It turned out nicely. I need to call the fella I made it for so he can come get it to take to his new nephew. :)

I will check in later! :wave:

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!

Had a good Monday, but could have done a little more work than I did!
Tomorrow is a nother day!

TALITHA...glad to hear you had a good trip. HOpe you told JACKIE that we miss her!

SUSAN....WELL....we were wondering where you were....now we know! Glad you popped in...we miss you when you're not around!

GATOR....I saw the post, and I'll do my best to pull for the GATORS, but you know how hard that is for me...it's just something I can't let go of! VANDY is coming up in the ranks...watch out!http://bestsmileys.com/sports1/18.gif

MONET...I take it that you were off from school today because of the holiday?

SOLLY...it's good to be busy, but weekends at for YOU!!!

:wave: TONI!!!

Supper tonight was meatloaf and fresh yellow squash....YUM YUM YUM!!!!

Got to run..still doing laundry!http://bestsmileys.com/cleaning/12.gif

BOB

I need some advice from my fellow SBers. I posted a long message this afternoon and after reviewing it I must have forgotten to press "submit!" DUH! I rushed in here to read your responses and realized that you didn't ever get my reply. :dizzy:

I need help with getting the scale moving. I'm as stagnant as an algae covered pond! :mad: I have been OP with a very, very few minor exceptions for 3 full weeks and the scale hasn't moved except doen and back up again. I've not exercised any except for some light walks, but I'm not able to do anything that requires exertion. I'm in pain tonight just from pushing the cart around Wal-Mart. It's all related to my C-Section and will take time to heal.

When I first engaged in this WOE eating 5 years ago I lost weight like gang busters without ever exercising. Is the pregnancy causing me to have problems? Does anyone have a similar experience with beginning SB?

I eat 99% of my meals at home. Last week was the exception since I was away from home, but my mom and dad cooked and we ate in quite a bit.

I'm not ready to throw in the towel. Just confused about why things are going so slow.

Help!

FROG: I can SO relate to your frustrations. I am going to recommend you read Mastering Leptin, by Byron Richards. (Is anyone surprised???) Pregnancy CAN throw your metabolic processes a curve, and mess things up. And having a C-section will doubly so. These are the five rules I started following from the Leptin book that have made a difference for me: 1. Do not eat inbetween meals- eat three meals a day with five hours between meals. This gives your liver the opportunity to recharge for the next wave of digesting. 2. Eat protein for breakfast. ( this sets the pace for the day) 3. Do not eat large meals. 4. Cut down on carbs. (you are already doing this...) 5. Don't eat after dinner...allow three hours after dinner before you go to bed. I started following these rules, AND using SB, and I lost 16 pounds the past three months. The only weight I lost before, I needed phentermine to lose. Are you drinking plenty of fluids? Especially if you are breastfeeding...you need more than the recommended eight glasses of water a day. Exercise really helps, but until you are totally healed, you are only going to do damage if you work out and strain yourself. (I had a hysterectomy almost exactly one year ago, and it took me a long time to feel 'normal', so don't despair! ) Why don't you post some menus, and see if anyone has some ideas for you?

BOB: I only teach on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Its a lovely job... Tomorrow I am subbing for the second grade teacher which ought to be interesting...

FILLISE: Good to see you! Post when you can. We DO miss you!

GATOR: Chinese can be ok...would they steam stuff for you instead of frying? If they stir fry right, it should not use much oil....its the rice and egg rolls that get me. :)

TALITHA: I am sorry your back is bothering you! I think Friday should be good for me! I don't even need to do the worship guides! We did them this past week so the admin can take the day off and go fishing!

TONI: When you are NOT doing well is when you need to get on here the most! It honestly helps to have someone to be accountable to. We miss you!

I need to go clean up the kitchen...I will be back later! :wave:

It's late, I'm tired. I've worked my rear off today.

I just wanted to tell you guys that I was thinking today, and I suddenly realised that this board is JUST as good for me as my exercising at the Y and getting counseling at church. The support I find here really keeps me going, regardless of weight loss or gain. Especially with how crazy my life is. I don't tend to have much time to 'hang out' with friends. But here you are.

Travis is out of town all this week again. I'm getting used to it a bit more. And I know that I can tlak about it here it and no one will tell me to ' Get over it' or say that they WISH their man would go away 3 weeks out of the month. I am so thaqnkful for his job, I just wish I could have him here every night, too.

So I just wanted to say a big thank you, and send you all a hug before I go to bed alone.

Goodnight :)

Good morning! I am subbing today for the second grade teacher. If you think of me today, please pray for me! This is the worst class in the whole school! They are ALL ADD, and hyper, and several talk constantly...its going to be a battle of wills all day, until I can escape to my quiet art room. I don't feel totally great either. I am afraid this bit of a cold I have had is going into my chest....

TALITHA: Aw, thanks. I am sorry you are having to be alone so much. I remember those days, when Tom was in Chicago for weeks on end...it was hard! BIG hugs...

Ok, off to play school teacher! :wave:

Morning everyone.... Couldn't sleep and so I got up, oh so early!!!! I love being on the internet really early and drinking my morning coffee while I type away. Pretty soon it will be time for me to have a piece of peanut butter toast and start my day. The weather is getting cool enough for me to start walking. Maybe that will help spur me on and get me out of this awful slump I'm in.

Monet- Will be thinking of you as you have your hectic day and will say a little prayer that all goes well. I sure don't envy you. I was a grade school teacher's aide for years.

Talitha- I'm sorry your DH has to work away from home. I worry allot about my DH having to do this if his job shuts down. I live in a small rural town and theres no other job in his field here. I had to be the stay at home Mom while he worked out of town. And its sure not fun. I'll be thinking of you.

Gatorgal- Your pot of lentil soup made me sure hungry for some. I've never tried that kind before. EEEEKKKKK I love chinese food. And its the egg rolls that do me in.

Frog Lover- I'm so sorry your scale isn't moving. That has to be so dishearting. Its so great you continue to eat right and its just got to come down soon. Hang in there gal.....

Bob- Yum meatloaf. I might have to make one tonight.

Solly- Hope your meeting was a good one.....

Fillise- Howdy girlfriend... You sure are a busy one...

Well hope I haven't forgotten anyone. Will check back later....

Frog--When was your baby born? I ask that to get more info as I consider your question.
It could be that with your reduced activity you just don't have a balance between energy (calories) taken in and energy expended. So you might try journaling for a week or so to monitor exactly what your caloric intake is, even though you are eating very healthily. Also, make sure that every calorie counts: if you decide to cut back on your caloric intake a bit, make sure that what you eat is supercharged with vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein, etc. Monet's suggestions about not snacking between meals, not eating after dinner, eating smaller meals, etc. are just basic good sense and are an easy way to keep the calories down. Also, my doctor told me that for some women, giving birth or going through menopause sometimes triggers hormonal changes with thyroid and losing weight becomes harder. So the leptin thing might help bring tht back into balance for you. Finally, don't lose hope. Just keep on keeping on doing the right thing and you will eventually see success. As you heal from the caesarian you will be able to become more active which should help. Keep posting and using this board as a support group. It's harder to go it alone.

Things are a little better today. I'm down quite a bit, about 2.25 pounds from yesterday. :D Thanks for all the suggestions. I KNOW I'm not getting enough water. I used to drink nearly a gallon or more a day and I'm doing good if I get in 20 ounces. I drink the most when I have bottled water so I bought some at the store yesterday. Whatever it takes! The weather here is cool and drizzly and I want to take the Tad for a walk. I have 1 million things to get accomplished in my house today because our minister is dropping in this evening. At the very least I'd like to shower and vacuum! Perhaps my housework will have to serve as my exercise for today.

MONET - thanks for the book idea. I had a feeling that is what you'd suggest. I have absolutely NO time to read. I can't even get the reading done for the Bible study I'm in. :o I know that sounds lame, but it's the truth. I'm gonna keep a record of what I eat for a few days.

GATOR - I had Miss Baby on April 21. Hard for me to believe that she's almost 6 months old!!!!

Speaking of the baby, she's awake from her morning nap so I gotta go! :) More later!

I'm back from the Y and checking in. I have a meeting with a new Business Builder at 4 and a group presentation at 6. My sister was coming over to watch the kids for me, but my mom just called. Apparentyl she turned her ankle in dance class and they are taking her to the emergency room. I"M FREAKING OUT!!!!! I am worried about her ankle, and I'm sorry that she's hurt,,,,But what the keck am I going to do with my kids!!! Alot of times I can take them with me, but it's just not appropriate for either of these instances. I'm making calls like crazy to figure something out.


Frog- I lost weight like crazy after my first csection. I was a mad woman. Out walking 4 miles a day when Selah was 3 weeks old. This one has been a different story. The weight's not budging. Jacob is already 9 months old, and I'm back up to the weight I was when I got pregnant with him. Sounds crazy, but I lost 20 lbs with each pregnancy, because I have it so bad. With this one, I've gained it back! So when he was 5 omnths old I was down to 175, and now I'm back up to 191! I hate it.

Toni- I was up early, too. I love the fallw eather coming in. Doesn't it feel great?!!

http://bestsmileys.com/hello/5.gif ALL YOU BUSTIN BUDDYS!!!


It's a HOT HUMID day down here in swampland!


Glad everyone had a good day !http://bestsmileys.com/happy/2.gif


I don't have anything to report, just dropping by to say hello.!http://bestsmileys.com/hello/6.gif

FROGGIE....Could you not have tried to have the TAD one day sooner ......MY BIRTHDAY!!http://bestsmileys.com/birthday1/3.gif
My advice to you about your stall....EAT MORE PROTEIN....the LEAN KIND....
http://bestsmileys.com/animals/3.gif http://bestsmileys.com/fish/4.gif but no http://bestsmileys.com/animals/5.gif

Hate to cut this short, but I've got some things to do....see y'all tomorrow!!

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BOB

Hey, everyone! School today was unbelievable. I need to remember to pray for the second grade teacher DAILY. The dynamics of the class are horrific, and she has three who are bonafide ADD, and almost impossible to control. I was SO ready to leave at 1:30 and go down to my quiet art room and teach art! I felt like I was released from prison. AND, the teacher is still sick and my neighbor will be subbing for her tomorrow.

Dinner tonight was country fried steak, made with brown rice flour. It turned out great! I also had brown rice, and made the kids some mashed potatoes, which I tasted. We had broccoli too. Lunch was chicken salad, carrots, broccoli, some macadamia nuts and a diet coke. Oh, and a banana. :)

I am SO tired...I also have a weird cramp in my foot that is driving me nuts. I am going to have to go fix Tom's smoothies and lunch soon, even though I really don't want to. :(

FROG: I am glad the scale moved some for you!

TONI: Its good to see you posting! I bet the cooler weather and walking will help get you back on track! Someone was saying to committ to just doing ten minutes...and probably once you start you will keep going longer! :)

BOB: Good to see you posting! <<hugs>>

TALITHA: I am looking forward to Friday! Someone asked me to sub on Friday, and I told them no, I had plans! :)

ok, off to get my evening chores done. I fell asleep on the swing in the backyard by the pool when I got home from school, instead of doing them, so I am behind now! :(

I didn't run away. :) I no longer have internet service. I'm visiting my mom and my new precious little grand daughter. :) I'm now a memaw! Sending love and hugs to everyone.

Love,
Crystle

We had a wonderful time at the falls. It was very beautiful and would of been more so if it was not such miserable weather. It drizzled the whole time and was so cold we had to buy gloves. We walked from NY to Canada ! HA. I can actually say that ! We walked so much I dont think Ive ever walked that much in one day. But it was very invigorating. We did not ride the "maid of the Mist" but we did go up in a big thing that raises way above everything and you can see all around that part of Canada and Ny. We went to two casinos at night and .. darn... didnt win a thing. LOL. This was DH's first time gambling and last time.. he says... He didnt like giving his hard earned money away. I wanted to get some pics in the casinos but they did not allow cameras. We ate at this buffet that had more food than you could hardly believe! We visited the Hersey's store and I drooled over all the chocolate.
There were tons of people there at the Falls and most were all from outside the US. It was very exciting hearing all the different languages and accents.

I ate way too much. Dh and my friends kept saying "your on vacation stop worrying so much" And I caved in. Though I really didnt eat anything I shouldnt of just too much of what I did eat. They all ate desserts and sweets and I managed to stay clear of that. I just devoured too many calories and way too much fat. I am not weighing until Monday to give me a chance to get back to my schedule of eating over the next 5 days.
Heres our pics ( hope Im putting them on here correctly)
This is going over the bridge towards Canada and looking at where you board the "Maid of the Mist " (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic1.jpg )

That tall lookout station in on the US side. (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic2.jpg )

About halfway over the bridge looking at Canada (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic3.jpg )

The US falls is on the left and the Candana one is on the right. (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic4.jpg)

Another pic of both falls (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic8.jpg )

Rick and I ( after walking in the rain for hours lol ) (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic6.jpg )

American falls ( our hotel is the tall building to the left in the background) (http://www.81x.com/Authors/ckbuchanan/pic9.jpg )

My kids are crazy. Up at 5:30 this morning. THey've had breakfast, read books and now Jake is taking his morning nap. It's 7:30!!! I can see that today is going to be all out of wack, but I'm going to do as much as I can.

I have to go to the post office to mail out some samples. Mailing stuff intimidates me. Between The USPS, UPS and FedEx, I don't know who is the cheapest and easiest. There is a UPS store nearby, but do they have the legal size envelope that is a flat rate, or is that FedEx? I guess I should take one of the packets to the USPS and see what they would mail it for, then I can just mail it with stamps from home in the future, right?

I have my second appt with a coach at the Y today. I'm excited about it. I've been pretty consistent with my exercise for 3 weeks now. I feel good, but I don't think my weight is showing progress.

I broke down and bought a digital scale at Target yesterday. The one I have was the cheapest one I could find, and it is so inconsistent. I can step on it 3 different times and get 3 different weights. The digital seems to be better, and I'm not guessing on where it really is.

Monet- I will need groceries on Friday (Pay Day). How about Harry's?

Country- We miss you :( Will you be able to check in every now and then?

Cindy- Great pictures!!!! I've never been to Niagra, and honestly never felt interested until I saw your pictures. IT's gorgeous!!! I want to go!!

Today is art day at school! :) I am dressed and about ready to run out the door. I stopped in to read while I drank my coffee.

TALITHA: Harry's? That is ok, but I was thinking DFM...if you prefer Harry's, its ok by me. You may be disappointed though... We could always re-enact our last meet up and have lunch at Sweet Tomatoes! LOL

CINDY: The pix are great! Thanks for sharing! I have never been there either, but I would love to go! Thanks for the warning on the Hershey's...I won't eat any since you drooled all over it! :lol3:

Ok, I gotta go. I have a sore throat slightly, and my nose is stopped up. I am afraid its going to be a long day! :(

See ya all this afternoon!

Hello all--a quick fly-by to say hey and I'm still around.

I may be headed to the beach this weekend (just for fun) and then next week to NC where I am leading a women's retreat over the weekend. That will be three weekends in a row at a beach. Two of them are working weekends, but still working at the beach is better than time off anywhere else, as far as I'm concerend!!!!

Cindy--My DN and I visited the hershey store on Times Square daily while in NYC last summer! So much fun (so much chocolate!). I'm glad you had a good trip.

Talitha--sounds like you are really working your business hard--good for you!!! Baby weight sounds like it is maddening--but aren't those little ones so worth it?

Frog--I have found that when I go off plan for an extended period of time, it takes me 2-3 weeks of eating on plan before I start losing again. Don't know why, but if I stay with it, it does start coming off again. Give the tadpole a hug from her Aunt Susu!

BOB--Great to hear from you! I'm working on my DM to make another trip to Tampa next spring to check on my Aunt. . .

Monet--On my way back from NC next week, I'm planning (right now) and going through up and down I-85. On my way back on Monday (the 28th), I'd love to meet you at Harry's if you have time. It will probably be about lunchtime, but I'll let you know.

Gator--Hey!

Everyone else--Hey!

Got to go--Have a great OP day everyone!

Susan

Hello SB gals..... Just got done putting the stuff in my bread maker to make a loaf of whole wheat bread. Have eggs on to make egg salad. So I've been busy in the kitchen. This evening I'm going to try and make some enchiladas with whole wheat tortillas. I hope they turn out good. I canned some chicken up a while back and I'm going to use that for the filling. I'm trying hard today to eat healthy.

Monet- Hope you have a great day with your class.

Talitha- What a long day you're going to have. But I sure miss those years when my kids were young and so easy to please.

Cindy- What a wonderful vacation. It looks beautiful there.

CountryMom- Miss you posting!!!!

Howdy Bob and Frog Lover......

Better go and fold laundry.......

I'm back from the Y. I want a nap!!!!! Meeting was great. He gave me some more ab exercises that are safe for my back.

I think I may put hte kids donw and snooze for at least 15 minutes...

MONET- Ok, I thought you didn't want to drive that far. I absolutely prefer DFM I think I'm going to skip the latin cardio, because it hurt my back last time. How about meeting there at 10? We can shop for a bit then have lunch at the cafeteria. I love the DFM!!!! I haven't been in almost a month!


Toni- You can do it. I love those WW tortillas. I actually prefer them now! As much as I didn't want to get out of bed so early this morning, they were really sweet. Selah crawled into bed with me and was just singing and playing with my hair. Jake was calling to us fromt he other room with baby babble. It was precious...

Fillisi- I agree, working at the beach would be fine with me!! I am focused on working hard this month. I love this board as an outlet and a link to the outside world, expecially with Trav gone.

Hi Ladies

Sorry I have been MIA. I have been out all week working in our other office and didn't have time to get on the computer. Eating has not been good. Time to have a talk to myself again. I hurt my back and I have slacked big time on exercise this week. I guess bad eating and no exercise goes hand and hand.

Toni, glad to see you back at it. Take it one day at a time.

Frog, glad to see the scale moved for you.

Cindy, what beautiful pics. I have never been to NF, it is beautiful. SOrry the weather was so bad for you. Sounds like you made the most of it though.

Monet. Just count your blessings you don't have that class all the time. Sounds like you could sub pretty much full time.

Susan, Wow, working at the beach. Now that's my kind of job.

Talitha, You deserve a nap, getting up that early and getting to the gym. Sorry your DH is gone again. Have fun with Monet Friday. Give her a hug for me.

Country, no more internet??? Does that mean you won't be on here much. Give us the scoop on the new grandbaby? Pics please. Congratulations.

Bob, You are so crazy.

Gator, now you have me craving Chinese. How is your new car?

Is Techwife back yet?

Hi everyone:

I just wanted to check in and say hi and bye (temporarily, at least). I need to take some time since I am busy with so many other things right now. I am in the process of planning my 20-yr. reunion for next year, trying to get all my ducks in a row for the personal training that I hope to start up next summer. AND, I need to spend more time with Lane. When Britt was a baby, I didn't have internet access and I spent all day playing and reading and doing fun stuff with her. I haven't done as much of that with Lane, and she is growing up quickly. I need to get my priorities straight, and not spend so much time on the computer. You all have been great, and I will definately come by to read posts when I can, and post occasionally. I know SB is a lifestyle for me as well as exercise, and I will be fine with my weight and "diet." I wish you all the best, for now, and I will check in down the road a bit.

Thanks for understanding!

Monet: Keep up the awesome job with this board; you are so dedicated and such an asset to this forum!

Cindy: It looks like you had a fantastic vacation.

Country: Congratulations MeMaw!!!

Have a great OP week.
Nat

:wave: Hi all you SB Gals!
Sorry I haven't been around but things are still hectic here since Rita's visit. We still have 2 of our church members living at our house, trying to get work done on the church, still no electricity or water there, going to therapy 3 x/ week & DD getting married this Saturday. It's just crazy!

I lost 2 lbs but scale still going back & forth but at least not up. Some days I try & do well then other days are just not good. I had started back at the gym but just can't seem to find the time right now. Maybe when things settle down a bit.

Country, congrats on the new grandbaby!!

Cindy, thanks for sharing the pics of the falls. I went there over 40 years ago. Has changed some but I remember how beautiful to was. A memory I will always treasure!

Sorry I can't reply to all but I'll try to drop in when I can.

I am home from school. My feet hurt. I really need to get new shoes. The classes went well, with the exception of the second grade and the sixth and seventh grade, which was split half and half on how they did. I need to move them along faster...but they are all SO good at talking...

I am so happy I don't have to go back until next Tuesday...uh oh! I just remembered I have a meeting with the headmistress and the other enrichment teachers tomorrow. Bummer! Its to present to us the form for doing grades for the upper grades. Fun! NOT!

I read the board, and I feel kind of depressed. It seems we are dropping like flies around here. Now Country doesn't have internet connection, and Pancho is pulling back - for great reasons, but she will be missed nonetheless. I think I will go take a nap. I just can't handle anything right now. :( Wake me up with some good news, ok?

:wave:

Good News! God loves you.

Well, now, Gator, that is good news that never gets old with me... :)

A short nap and two glasses of wine revived my spirits tremendously. My feet feel better, and I am feeling encouraged. :)

Not much going on...dinner was pecan crusted salmon fillet, and spinach. I did not eat all of it. I have to admit when I am honest with myself, that I really don't like salmon. I don't like the flavor...but its not too bad. So, I force myself to eat it now and then, because it is so healthy. I would much rather have a sole fillet! (and they are cheaper too! Well, at the Korean market where I shop they are!)

I only got about 8000 steps today. I did not walk around as much, as the students were doing assessment sheets, and I just sat at my table while they worked. The sheets were not easy and it amazed me how quiet they were while working! :)

Off to get ready for bed! Night!

I'm still here. Scale was down a few more ounces. I hate to weigh everyday, but I am for now to see if anything makes a difference. I've been working hard on trying to get in PLENTY of water. I have also tried to emlinate snacks and eat smaller portions.

I can't thank you guys enough for all the support and assistance you've given me over the past few days. Even though I wasn't about to give up or pull off the board, it was helpful to receive encouragement from y'all. Such a pleasant reminder of how much help you can get from this group when you need it. And the best part is, all you gotta do is ask! :grouphug:

It's a cool evening here tonight and I took Tad out with me to meet a friend for dinner. I dressed her in a butter yellow sweater I knitted her a few months ago. It was the first time she'd had an opportunity to wear it and she looked so adorable!!! I could just eat her up!

MONET - I'd be willing to bet that some of our other members that usually post are just away - Techie, Country etc. Semi-personal question and potential suggestion. Do you have to stand on your feet a lot in the classroom? Is that why your feet hurt? I have to recommend what I think are hands down the best shoes for ANY task that requires a great deal of standing or walking for hours on end. Dansko clogs! They come in a wide variety if styles and colors. I have MANY pairs and they are always the shoes I reach for when I'm going to be on my feet for a long period of time. A physical therapist suggested them to me because of my flat feet. That was about 8 years ago and I'm still buying them! They are the shoes that surgeons, chefs and nurses often wear. If you already know about them then good for you! :soap: If you want to find some at a great discount then go the their company-sponsored outlet at www.danskooutlet.com I have ordered several seconds and can't tell what makes them less than perfect. Forgive the unsolicited endorsement. Hope your feet are happy soon!

GATOR - Yes He does!

PANCHO - Thanks for the kind words. As a new mother I COMPLETELY understand how your must be feeling. I am proud of myself if I get my teeth brushed before noon or my own breakfast before 10:00. And I only have one! :tired: GOOD LUCK! We'll miss you!

MELF - Sorry to hear that your friends are still without basic essentials. I'm so pleased to know that you have been able to shelter them. Your DD is getting married this weekend? WOW!

SOLLY - Glad to see your post!

FILL - Thanks for those thoughts. I wonder if it will just take me a little longer to get things going. I'll just hang in there. I made one of your recipes. Crock-pot cabbage rolls. You suggested in the menu that these needed a great deal of seasoning when you made them. You weren't kidding! I liked the idea and the ingredient list... Will tweak with more spices and "gravy" next time!

COUNTRY - Mmmmm a baby to love and cuddle. I had no idea how fabulous children are until I had my own. Miss Baby is dee-lish! I'll just bet it gets even better with the grands! Congratulations on the grandbaby! :cloud9:

Hey Cindy, Bob, Talitha and Toni - glad to read your posts! Bob, your's especially made me laugh!

Time for bed! Will check in again tomorrow!

Good Morning Everyone. Kids were up at 6 this morning, getting a lottle closer to normal. I was up till midnight doing laundry. Selah got in bed with me about 3 and Jake woke up at 5, but went back to sleep with us. I swear when Trav comes home I'm sleeping on the couch and letting him take care of a night for me. :)

Today is going to be pretty full again. Off to the Gym at 8:30, Park date at 10 with the mom's group. I'm watching a friends son from 3-8 this afternoon, so I am planning on letting calls go to the answering machine. I'm going to spend the afternoon studying for my next test (in my Nutrition program) and just playing with my babies.
I should be getting my grade back form my first test soon. I'm sure I did ok, but I'm really curious. I have another to do on Monday.

Ok, got to get dressed for my workout. Have a great day!!!

Frog- Tad's sweater sounds so cute! I think I'll follow your lead and make an effort to drink more water. I haven't tracked it in a long time,b ut I know I'm not drinking as much as I used to...

Monet- See you tomorrow!!! I have an 8:30 meeting, so it may be more like 10:30/11. Is that ok? I had to reschedule meetings from the other day when my sister couldn't babysit.

Gator- you're awesome. I love your good news!!!

Melf- Keep us posted and drop in when you can!

Pancho- we understand. WE'll miss you.

Solly- Welcome back. DOn't worry about the eating. I didn't do as well as I wanted to last week when I went to KY. I'm jsut not letting myself dwell on it.

BOB- So, I had to go back and see what post everyone was talking about. I missed it skimming in sucha hurry. You absolutely crack me up!!!

Morning! I woke up early this morning, but rolled over and went back to sleep. I just got up! The biggest bummer is that when I went to take my meds this morning, the Thursday slot was already empty! Idiot that I am, I think I took them twice yesterday! I am not sure if I should just take them today, or skip. What is the point of having a day by day container for your pills if you STILL take two on one day??? sigh...

TALITHA: Ok, now I am confused. Are you moving it back to 10:30, 11, or what? If I get there at 10, I will freak if you don't show up until 11..(well, probably not, but I do find waiting difficult...) Tell me what time to be there, and I will do my best to show up then! :) It takes me about 20 to 30 minutes to get there...

FROG: Thanks for the suggestion! I am going to check out that website. I am in the market for a better pair of shoes, and am certainly up for a recommendation! I am sure my foot pain is from my shoes. I used inserts yesterday, and while the shoes squished my toes, I did not get the painful cramp I had Tuesday night. Thankfully, I can wear my birks until next Tuesday now! :)

FROG: I went and checked out the web site...I am going to try and find someplace around here that carries them, so I can see how they actually fit, then I will order some off the webpage! The prices are not too bad, and as long as I can find a plainish black loafer type, I am fine! :)

Morning. Being Im still on vacation I can pop on and off during the day :) .
Ive got a few minutes before I have to get dressed and head to a eye dr appt so thought I would come say hi.
I got my carpets shampoo'd yesterday and even got to the gym. Today I cleaned out my closest and bagged up clothes going to the good will and now Im heading to the eye appt then another drs appt later in the afternoon.
Wish It wasnt so gloomy out and I could get some things done in the yard. Today looks like rain.
Well need to get myself up from here and get dressed for the day. Ill try to get back later and do some replies. :smug:

Visiting mom again. :) Hopefully I can visit the board when I visit mom which is usually about twice a week. Sometimes more. The new little one is such a sweetheart. She honestly never cries or fusses. You think it could be because she is held 24/7...LOL Seriously she is a very happy baby so far.

Hopefully I'll be able to be a good participant when I can sneak on. :) The scales are the highest they have been in over 5 years.

Monet...Oh my gosh....did you noticed anything different when you took two days worth of meds? I see you survived the ADD children. Just having one has kept me on my toes. I can't imagine a whole class full.

Toni...I miss ya'll when I can visit. ((hugzz))

Talitha...Sounds you have a busy day planned today. Good job on getting in your workout.

Solly...((hugzz))

Frog...it's so nice to be able to be able to love the new little one and then give her back...LOL Just teasing. I keep threating to sneak her out in my purse.

Melf...saying prayers for you and yours.

Bob....are things finally settling down at work? How is your shoulder?

(((Everybody)))

Love,
Crystle

Its been a busy day. I had a meeting tonight, and was a bit put out that only two people out of the five who said they were coming showed up. I fixed dinner and all, and then it was such a small group, we could not do too much planning, like I had hoped.

I had a meeting at school and got some background on a few of the kids in that class I subbed in. Knowing their learning disabilities and home situations helps to understand why they act out the way they do. I am now armed with ideas to deal with them more effectively...and I am certainly going to be much more patient now that I have that background.

Tomorrow, I am meeting Talitha at the farmer's market and we will have lunch together! I am looking forward to it. I will try and get a picture, though they don't allow cameras in that farmer's market! :)

In the afternoon, I am planning on riding up to the apple orchards near Thin in Ellijay, and getting apples with my neighbor. So, it will be a busy day again!

I will check in tomorrow when I can! :wave:

Ok. I finally got some time tonight to read over the weeks posts. I almost cant wait for vacation to end so I can get back on track. I just cant seem to get into the swing of things yet since I got back home. I think Ill just have to scratch this week off and start fresh next Monday.

Monet- 16 lbs in 3 months is fantastic. Ive done 14 in 5 but like you said its better than gaining or staying the same. I read recently that on the average a person over 40 yrs old gains 3-5 pounds a year. So If I can lose instead Im elated.

Talitha- Glad to hear you had a good trip and you got home safe and sound.

Gator- Great Idea on the journaling. I find that really helps me stay on track.
I agree on the chinese. I try so hard to avoid it. My dd has taken me a few times for Japenese food and I found that much easier to eat healthy. Just not as much that I would choose to eat.. or like to eat.

FrogLover- Hang in there. Maybe you just need to find the right combination of eating for you. Monets right that the pregnacy and hormones probably changed your body specially your metabolisim. Try the Leptin woe or even switching around your fat %s might help. You just got to try some different things to find what works.

Crystle- I hope you can post as much as possible from your moms. Id really miss you if you couldnt ! :)


Well. Im all typed out. Hope everyone has a wonderful night and a great day tomorrow.

Good Morning! I am leaving in a little while to drive down to the DeKalb Farmer's Market to meet up with Talitha. We are going to shop, and have lunch there. I plan to carry my camera, and we may get a photo moment...the DFM does not allow cameras though, so we will have to be careful not to get in trouble! (I am SO good at getting in trouble though..)

If I get back in time, (Talitha has someplace to be early afternoon, so it may work ok) I will be going up to Ellijay for apples. That should be fun too. I may not get home until mid evening, and the boys will have to fend for themselves! ;)

Breakfast was a strawberry smoothie, and coffee with half and half.

Later! :wave:

Here is something for Friday Funnies! (boy, I really miss SEF on Fridays..)

These are actual quotes taken from Federal Government

employee performance evaluations.



1. "Since my last report, this employee has reached rock-bottom and has

started to dig."


2. "I would not allow this employee to breed."


3. "This employee is really not so much of a has-been, but more of a

definite won't be."


4. "Works well when under constant supervision and cornered like a rat

in a trap."


5. "When she opens her mouth, it seems that it is only to change feet."


6. "This young lady has delusions of adequacy."


7. "He sets low personal standards and then consistently fails to

achieve them."


8. "This employee is depriving a village somewhere of an idiot."


9. "This employee should go far, and the sooner he starts, the better."


10. "Got a full 6-pack, but lacks the plastic thingy to hold it all

together."


11. "A gross ignoramus -- 144 times worse than an ordinary ignoramus."


12. "He doesn't have ulcers, but he's a carrier."


15. "He's been working with glue too much."


16. "He would argue with a signpost."


17. "He brings a lot of joy whenever he leaves the room."


18. "When his IQ reaches 50, he should sell."


19. "If you see two people talking and one looks bored, he's the other

one."


20. "A photographic memory but with the lens cover glued on."


21. "A prime candidate for natural de-selection."


22. "Donated his brain to science before he was done using it."


23. "Gates are down, the lights are flashing, but the train isn't

coming."


24. "He's got two brain cells, one is lost and the other is out looking

for it."


25. "If he were any more stupid, he'd have to be watered twice a week."


26. "If you give him a penny for his thoughts, you'd get change."


27. "If you stand close enough to him, you can hear the ocean."


28. "It's hard to believe he beat out 1,000,000 other sperm."

And here is another one, with apologies to any blondes reading this....


GEOGRAPHY?

Two blondes living in Oklahoma were sitting on a bench talking... and
one blonde says to the other: "Which do you think is farther away...
Florida or the moon? "The other blonde turns and says "Helloooooooooo,
can you see Florida...?????



CAR TROUBLE

A blonde pushes her BMW into a gas station. She tells the mechanic it
died. After he works on it for a few minutes, it is idling smoothly.
She says, "What's the story?" He replies, "Just crap in the carburetor"
She asks, "And, how often do I have to do that?"


SPEEDING TICKET

A police officer stops a blonde for speeding and asks her very nicely
if he could see her license. She replied in a huff, "I wish you guys
would get your act together. Just yesterday you take away my license
and then today you expect me to show it to you!"


RIVER WALK

There's this blonde out for a walk. She comes to a river and sees
another blonde on the opposite bank. "Yoo-hoo!" she shouts, "How can I
get to the other side?" The second blonde looks up the river then down
the river and shouts back, "You ARE on the other side."


KNITTING

A highway patrolman pulled alongside a speeding car on the freeway.
Glancing at the car, he was astounded to see that the blonde behind the
wheel was knitting! Realizing that she was oblivious to his flashing
lights and siren, the trooper cranked down his window, turned on his
bullhorn and yelled, "PULL OVER!" "NO!" the blonde yelled back, "IT'S A
SCARF!"


BLONDE ON THE SUN

A Russian, an American, and a Blonde were talking one day. The Russian
said, "We were the first in space!" The American said, "We were the
first on the moon!" The Blonde said, "So what? We're going to be the
first on the sun!" The Russian and the American looked at each other
and shook their heads. "You can't land on the sun, you idiot! You'll
burn up!" said the Russian. To which the Blonde replied, "We're not
stupid, you know. We're going at night!"


IN A VACUUM

A blonde was playing Trivial Pursuit one night. It was her turn. She
rolled the dice and she landed on Science & Nature. Her question was,
"If you are in a vacuum and someone calls your name, can you hear it?"
She thought for a time and then asked, "Is it on or off?"


FINALLY, THE BLONDE JOKE TO END ALL BLONDE JOKES!

A girl was visiting her blonde friend, who had acquired two new dogs,
and asked her what their names were. The blonde responded by saying
that one was named Rolex and one was named Timex. Her friend said,
"Whoever heard of someone naming dogs like that?" "HELLOOOOOO,"
answered the blond. "They're watch dogs!"

I don't remember if I was on the board yesterday or not. Yesterday was pretty busy.
I got 12000+ steps in yesterday, and got all kinds of chores done. Today will also be pretty busy.

We talked with my DD's bf and we had a nice conversation during which we told him tht he probably should find another place to live by Nov. 1. Hallelujah! This will be good for all of us, including our DD. He wasn't too bad about it, but my DH was so nervous that he was going to put off this discussion until next week. The wimp!!! Anyway, I forced the issue by calling the man into the living room and just starting talking with him. He even told us that he has been keeping his eye out for apartments. So, life is better now that that chore is handled. This guy has been living here for 6 months already, and would have been here 5 more! That's quite a while to be living with your future in-laws.

I've been eating pretty well, except for an "exception" last night. I fixed osso buco, which was fabulous, and fixed risotto to serve with it. The "gravy" with osso buco was so wonderful, deep and rich, redolent of herbs, wine and broths and rich from the long slow cooking of the veal shank. Risotto is soft and mild and perfect to have with the meat. I limited myself to 1/2 cup, and stayed within my caloric goal, although not my SB goal. However, it was a planned "cheat". Tonight I'm using my crock pot again, fixing pot roast with veggies. Probably will have a salad with it.

I've starting knitting something that I started about 10 years ago--a baby blanket. It's cream colored with seed stitch all around the edge, and red and cream checkerboard pattern inside that, basketweave inside that, and just plain stockingnet stitch for the large square section in the middle. But there is also a teddy bear pattern in browns that will also be knitted into that section. It's a little complicated because I have to carry a bunch of bobbins of yarn, and will have more to carry when I start the teddy bear in a couple more rows, but since it's a baby blanket, it won't take too long. Monet, I thought of you and that nice dishrag you knitted in the basketweave pattern--same thing I'm doing in the baby blanket.

I have a ton of French to study, so probably ought to stop and start that. I'll try to get on later.

Howdy all.... Well got my hair cut yesterday and my housecleaned. I'm glad its Friday. My DH and I are going shopping later on today so need to get some things done before he gets home a 1. Sounds like everyone is busy busy.

Monet- Can't wait to hear about your day with Talitha.

Gator- Your dinner sounds wonderful. And that baby blanket, wow wow......

Cindy- Know what you mean about getting back on track. It feels so good to be in control. (of which I know nothing about right now)

Frog- Hope you're having a great day.

Hope I didn't forget anyone.....

I started a post a while ago, and the doorbell rang...then my husband came home and went to another web page and lost my post! Grrr.

Talitha and I met and had lunch. It was so much fun to see Selah again...boy has she grown! Just as sweet and loving as she was last time I saw her. I got a big sloppy hug and kiss bye when I was leaving! :) Jake is a doll...and SO good! I had forgotten what a challenge it is to shop with two toddlers. I was glad I was there to help! Lunch was fabulous...I did eat a Samosa, which is not legal, and unfortunately it was really a good one, so it will be hard to pass it up next time. I am hoping Talitha and I can meet at least once a month down there.

My neighbor came over and we did art...the apples are not ready so we will go next week. :)

The big news is that I got paid today! The first paycheck! Woo hoo! I am taking Tom out to dinner to celebrate. He suggested one place with a coupon, but I am thinking something else...like maybe Outback.

I got a bunch of good stuff at the market. I found a bottle of wine to try, and Maytag blue cheese, and stuff like that. Yum!

Ok, off to light a fire under that man of me! I am getting hungry!

Dinner was not Outback...it was one of those nights. Tom was crabby, I was crabby, we were both hungry... We went by Ted's Montana Grill...the line was out the door and looked long. We drove over to the Train Depot...there was no parking spaces. So, we gave up and drove over to a small Chinese place that does most of its business in take out. We used to go there a good bit a few years ago...the food was ok, but the service and such was not great. We probably won't go back for a few more years. I got shrimp and broccoli, ate half the steamed rice, we had an egg roll, chicken wing and split an order of potstickers. Definitely not an SB meal and now we have to stay up until after midnight to get three hours in before bed! :)

I am off to surf, read, knit, whatever...

http://bestsmileys.com/hello/6.gif GOOD MORNING!


BOB is up early...the http://bestsmileys.com/animals/13.gif were still howling at the moon when I woke up....Make that when TIPPY woke me up! 5:30 a.m. I haven't seen that time of the morning in quite a while!

Well....I told y'all that I had been STRESS EATING BIG TIME!!! Had my lab work done and went to the Doc yesterday....here's the scoop!

My triglycerides were wayyyy over 400
My Cholesterol was in the 300's
My Glucose was 145 (ANGER WILL ROBINSON!!!)

I went with the intention of having him put me on a DIET knowing that he would....I need structure and I asked him if I could come once a month to weigh in front of him. He will b*tch at me if I don't lose and that's what I need.
The trouble is, I'm knocking on the door of DIABETES and the other dangerous numbers can and will lead to TICKER and STROKE POSSIBILITY!!!

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO....it's back to grilled chicken, FRESH GREEN BEANS, good fruit choices... http://bestsmileys.com/stoplights/3.gif NO MORE BREAD!!! You know the drill...I need to eat on plan and do it now!

I'll be on here EVERYDAY FOR YOU HELP !!! I know I have your support, but you know me...I need a good kick in the ARSE every now and then!

I haven't gone back to read the posts yet, but I did get an email from Shirley, and I'm going to share that with all of you as I know she won't care.


Hi Everyone!

I got back home Wednesday afternoon. Lori drove her mother and me around to see some of the damage. We are so lucky we have a house that can be repaired. So many lost everything. There are boats in the streets. There are homes that have just disappeared. Some were pushed from one side of the road to another.

Peoples lives are thrown in heaps curbside and on the commongroound.

Business are trying to come back. The hard thing is finding people to work, so many locals have been displaced and are not here. To go to WinnDixie is a 2 hour wait to be checked out! Lowe's and Home Depot are the same.

The insurance adjuster has been here and has been fair. The roof will be replaced soon as well as some siding. Kevin and Lori signed a contract with a local contractor who sided the house for them a couple of years ago. A reputable man.

The trees have been removed at a reasonable price.

Lori's brother Brett is a carpenter and cabinetmaker in MO. He is coming down and will do the floor replacing, fence building, wall replacement and other things that need doing. The roof is just not a one man job.

Three of my doctors are back, in fact I was to the eye doctor today. Did you know thewy do sonograms of the eye? I didn't.

I stopped by the nursing home where I volunteer twice a week. I was greeted like a returning heroine. They have a new activities coordinator. She was told by administration that she had to keep my days open, because when I returned (not if) I would probably want those days and "Miss Shirley can have what ever she wants!"

I went to a Habitat meeting last night. So many things are happening. We will be building 100 homes in the next year. We have had an outpouring of support from groups that have specified they wanted to help Slidell as they knew Slidell through Collegiate Challenges. Habitat International is providing financial aid to our affiliate from the donations they have received from all over. They have 50 million that has been donated and earmarked for the disaster relief and will be used for that and nothing else. They are providing extra staff, etc as well. The logistics just here are staggering and they are doing it through the Gulf Coast.

Got to clean up here. When we were getting ready to evacuate I took pictures down, moved my Gone With The Wind Lamp. Wrapped albums in plastice and put in bins. Stored things in closets wrapped in plastic. This resulted in not being able to remember where I stored things. For the Habitat meeting I could not find my notebooks and I had not typed the minutes up from the previous meeting. I know the notes are somewhere with all my other Habitat stuff. Fine secretary I am!

I stayed with Lori's parents in Lakeland FL. The kids came back home to do clean up. I was there about 6 1/2 weeks. They could not have been nicer but I missed being home and doing my thing. I did manage to crochet a baby blanket for their future grandchild and almost completed an afghan, basically just beed to do the border all around it. I have known Mike and KAy dor 22 years but really got to know them during this time. They are great people.

My brother offered me a place with them as did friends in Milford and Florida and my niece in NC. I can't tell you what it meant to me to have so many offers. During a worrisome time it is nice to know people care about you. To go to Doylestown or Milford would have involved the cost of airline tickets and I just didn't want to spend the money I didn't have it anyway) as I didn't know what I would need when I returned home. I did stock up on toiletries as store lines are so long and I can't stand for an hour or more. I also had to buy clothes while in FL, we evacuated with a carry-on bag each, survival supplies and two dogs. So only had a couple changes of clothes. I also stocked up on food supplies that I keep up here, cereal, bread, sugar free jelly, etc. $77 gone in no time. I did buy that stuff after I got home. I went to Winn Dixie after the meeting last night. Drove past, not many cars so I thought it was a good time. Think I will go at night from now on about 9p.

One of the nice things that happened during my stay in FL was my friend of 50 years, Ruthann and her husband Rick, came over from Port Charlotte one afternoon. It was wonderful to see them again, I think it has been about 12 years since we have seen each other. We had a visit with Ruthann bringing up to date on her family history she has been working on. I had no pictures to show....there was no room in the car! I am so glad they could take the time to drive over.

So I think that is my story. I want to thank everyone for their concern, letters. email. cards, phone calls etc. They all meant the world to me.

May good things happen.

Love Shirley


It's good to know that she's back home. I know she has missed being there even though there is a LOT of WORK to do on her house. Hopefully, when she gets back to some kind of normal, she will get back on the board. I know she LURKS.


IT'S FOOTBALL SATURDAY IN THE SEC!!!

My VOLS are off this weekend...they are still LICKING THEIR WOUNDS FROM MONET'S DAWGS ATTACKING THEM IN THEIR OWN HOUSE!!! They play ALABAMA next week in ALA....This game scares me after watching them last week with GEORGIA!

I haven't checked the paper (hadn't been delivered at 5:30 a.m.) so I don't know who every buddy's team is playing....

I've got to go fill my http://bestsmileys.com/coffee/1.gif


I'll be back later.....http://bestsmileys.com/goodbye/1.gif


BOB

Morning!

BOB: Thank you SOO much for sharing the letter from Shirley. I miss her so much...I wish she would come back on and post. The Dawgs take on the Gators today, I believe. I am thankful the doctor did some arse kicking...saved me the gas money of driving down there and doing it myself. Watch out tho...I know where Sarasota is! :yes:

Off to fix breakfast! I am going to make lots of quiches to freeze again. The boys LOVED it. :)

Good morning to all! :sunny: It's a beautiful day here in North Georgia! My husband is gone to the scottish festival with his Dad and brother. (He is a McFarland after all!) It is at Stone Mountain and the kids and I would have gone too, but they have other plans for today.
Sean is going to spend the night with his best friend who recenly moved into a new house. His friend is convinced that his new home is haunted, so they will be "investigating" to see what they can find. :fr: I figure they will spend more time scaring themseves than anything! :lol:
Rachel has a birthday party this evening from 5-8, so if my hubby makes it home before them we may be able to go out for a "just the two of us" dinner :cheers: . We haven't done that in almost a year!
Tomorrow we will be headed off to the mall to visit lenscrafters. Rachel said last weekend that she's having trouble reading. The words are blurry. So, we will go have her tested to see if she needs reading glasses.

Bob-Good luck! :lucky: We know you can do it!

Monet-quiche sounds wonderful right now! :T


gator-Your osso buco dinner sounds great as well. Can you guys tell I'm hungry? :lol:

Talitha-It sounds like your doing great with the exercise! :tread: I wish I could find the motivation to get into it! Maybe this cool weather will do it!

HI! to every one else! Hope everyone has a great weekend! :wave:

Monet--No, I don't know who the poodles play today, but it ain't the Gators. We play in Red Stick against the Tigers. This was gonna be the week we would have been in New Orleans having a great time. But Katrina cancelled all that. So we might watch it on TV. I think the Gators will lose. Hope I'm wrong, but think I'm right. The annual World's Biggest Outdoor Cocktail Party in Jacksonville takes place the last Saturday in Oct. It is always that Saturday. We are going up for the game and will be staying there at friends for the weekend. So, if we lose, which I also think we will do, the weekend will still be a nice one. I think the poodles play Vandy this weekend, but not postive.

Food today:
B--1.5 scrmbled eggs, 1/2 English muffin with 1 tsp butter and no sugar jelly, smll wedge honeydew melon, 1 sl. bacon
L. 1 cup homemade lentil soup, 1 sl sgww bread with 1 oz. swiss cheese melted on top. 4 oz. fresh made vegetable juice, 1/2 pear.
We are eating dinner out and will be having cassoulet.

BOB--Sorry for the bad numbers, but if you really get serious with SB and getting a bit of walking in, you can make some significant progress. Remember to watch portion size. You can eat SB or any diet faithfully, but if you eat too much, you will still struggle with loss. That's why I journal and keep a general track of my energy (caloric) intake. That's the easiest way to keep my portions in control. And for every 10 poound loss, give yourself a reward.

Happy Saturday to all ! :)
Its been a beautiful day here In Indiana. Sunny and 60's. I should be out there soaking up the sun but alas here I am at the computer after taking a nap. I have been so tired the past three days. Today I felt all achy ( I had a flu shot Thursday, could that be it?) I have gotton alot done even though I have the slows. Yesterday we visited my grandparents gravesite and I spent sometime there talking with them about my dad. I left some silk flowers there for my grandma with a tie pin of my dads that had his inital, that I pinned to one of the petals. Kinda of like my way of bonding them together now that they are all a family again. I had not been there since my grandparents passing 31 + years ago. So it was a very emotional day. Dh and I went to the new Burlington coat factory store here in town, lost each other in the store and got in a big arguement about it. We went to my moms and took her to look for a new oven then she made us dinner ( chicken and noodles, even though she knows I dont eat white flour but she tried and used some ww flour and oat flour) Then i ran to the gym with my dd.

This morning I awoke and had the urge to walk. So as soon as I got dressed I headed out the door as the sun was coming up and walked for 45 min just around the neighborhood. I came home and made a huge pot of vegetable beef soup ( my first time making believe it or not) then we headed back to moms to mow the yard and trim down some more bushes.

Tonight a group of us are going to eat and a Chinese buffet was chosen ( not my choice ). Im dreading it since I know there isnt a whole lot I can choose safely. I will just do the best I can.

Oh and I dont know if I mentioned my second dr appt thursday was for the finger I am having problems with. He wants to send me to a hand orthopedic dr ( which I go to on Tues). If I have ONE more medical thing happen this year Im gonna go dig a hole and put my head in it . :D

Bob- Im sorry about your numbers too. But sometimes thats a good wake up call to get back on track. Were all here for you !!

Thin- Hope dh makes it home so you guys can have that dinner out alone ;)

Gator- I have never had osso buco before but heard it is wonderful.

I got my grades done. (it was easy...if they were primarily good, they got E's, or A's...if they were any trouble at all, they got G's or B's... It is so hard to do assessments in art....

I got a package of supplies today. I ordered stuff off ebay...I got about $150 of stuff for $75. Not too bad! I also got some posters I ordered off ebay today. I was disappointed, as they creased the big one on the edges pretty badly. After paying $21 shipping and handling (and it cost them $5 to ship it) I expected better. I need to email them and complain.

We went to Costco today and get a few things, like port and wine....I plan to open one of the new bottles to try tonight. I am really enjoying trying different wines these days.

GATOR: There is a big difference between poodles and bulldogs. Perhaps you need glasses??? Yep, Georgia is playing Vandy...don't know where I got the idea it was the crocs...

You ladies are crazy about some football, aren't you? You're making me a bit tempted to try watching a game. Are they on cable? I don't have cable.

I've been reading, but not typing much.. I sliced my index finger open on a lid yesterday afternoon and it's just a pain to type. And, well, it's painful anyway...

We had a great time shopping with Monet yesterday. Unfortunately she has introduces us to some very addictive rice chips. Thay are supposed to be for Jakke, but I had to hide them in the top of the cabinet from Selah and myself.

I got in my 5 days exercise this week and I feel great. Hopefully it will pay off. I did my second test for the nutrition program. I got 100% on both tests so far!!!

Anyway, I'll just lurk till monday and hopefully my finger wiull heal up a bit my then.

MORNING TO ALL MY BUDDYS!!http://bestsmileys.com/cartoon/5.gif

I'm here....where's everyone else?????

For those of you who didn't watch MISSY'S GAME, I've got just three words for you OH...MY..GAWD!!!
GATOR..YOU HIT THIS ON ON THE NAIL HEAD!!! I have to say that it was more exciting than SUSAN'S GAME AGAINST MS STATE!!!! I'M PREDICTING THAT MONET'S DAWGS BEAT THE HANDBAGS OFF OF THE GATORS AT THE COCKTAIL PARTY!!!

I went to SONNY'S BBQ last night and picked up our supper...I had the smoked chicken and it was so good! The COMBO that we got had ribs, chicken and sliced beef in it. There's enough there for a few meals!
I did stop at PUBLIX and pick up three pounds of FRESH GREEN BEANS to cook. I'm almost excited to get back to a healthy WOE!! http://bestsmileys.com/eating1/2.gif

TALITHA...I've done that many time on can lids and it's not a funny thing! Just make sure that you keep it cleaned with perioxide...http://bestsmileys.com/medical/6.gif
You should be able to pick up the football games on the local channels from Atlanta. There are two on CBS every Saturday..of course, they aren't always THE SEC GAMES http://bestsmileys.com/evil/3.gif

OK...I'm off...got to clean my room...my DB is coming next Saturday and he will be inspecting! http://bestsmileys.com/cleaning/2.gif

BOB

Morning! Just got in from a walk. After the walk, I got in the pool. It was very very cold, I feel numb, and somewhat like a polar bear! I need to shower but I am enjoying the numbness right now.

Tom wants me to go down to Treeclimbers with him this afternoon...I have not decided yet if I want to. I may want to just chill out here until church tonight. I need to knit...which I COULD do there. I may stay and read too. I need to get my lesson plans done for a few weeks at least.

Breakfast was crustless quiche, and an oat bran muffin, coffee with half and half and hot tea with agave.

I will check in later! :wave:

Gosh, the board is really slow. My post from a couple days ago is at the top of this page.
BOB--I watched all the home games and have not seen the offense show up yet. The only thing the offense is doing is offending the fans. Yuk, Yuk. And if you can't score points, you can't win games. I agree with your prediction on the Cocktail party game. I'm just hoping we'll beat Vandy!!! We may have already won our quota this year. :(

Eating has been good, except for last night went we went to my DS's for cassolet for dinner. She had appetizers and then the meal, with salad, fresh baked bread and then the cassoulet (white beans, meat and vegetables and herbs). It was good. Even had dessert. :( Today is much better:
B--Oatmeal with dried cherries and sk. milk
L. Tuna salad sandwich on SGWW bread, 1/2 cup fruit conserve and a dab of pot roast.
Dinner may be lentil soup. My DH just left for out of town. Will be back Wed.

The weather here is really nice now. Down in the 60's at night and 80's in the day time. Perfect for my convertible. I'll now have to break down and do some yard work.

Taught Sunday school to our adult class this morning. We are just starting Hosea 4 and it is going fairly slowly. There is a woman in the class who is a REAL beginner as far as Bible study, and she asks many questions, some really basic ones. That's really good, as it gives an opportunity for some basic teaching which is always good.

Well, gonna go knit. I've gotten to the teddy bear part in the knitting now, so it's even more fun. I will have about 16 bobbins of yarn dangling from my needles because of all the color changes. Fun.