WW Clubs and Groups - thursday chatterers for April/06

Good afternoon

i thought i'd be bold and start our april thread-how's everyone doing? weather here is just beautiful-not as warm as some of you I know but still really nice-makes everyone feel great-I'm stuck on that 10 lb lost but i will not get discouraged-i'm still not smoking so that's a plus-also news from this end-i'm going to lose a lot of weight all at once and really fast-i'm leaving my husband!! now that's a great diet-I shouldn't make light of this, but to me it's a big relief. I'm moving out - i've found an apt closer to work and i feel rejuvenated. I never did get those ice skates-too late in the season. but when i get moved i'm buying a pr of roller blades-can you just imagine the looks on the young people when this grey haired old lady goes whizzing by!!! any way , just wanted to keep you guys updated. I certainly hope everyone else is having a good day

take care
maureen

WTG on getting us started for April, Maureen!!!

Good for you on not smoking!! That is awesome!! YIKES!! I just kept reading your post while I was typing!!! Leaving? Moving out? Oh my!! It sounds like you have definitely thought this through. Keep us posted on those roller blades!! I wish I could be there to see you take off on them.

We were working at the other house today, and I had a meltdown. I couldn't stop crying. I know we have made the right decision, but I guess having the for sale sign in the yard and walking through empty rooms kind of set me off. I know my parents would be happy for us, because we are living in the kind of place that they had talked about moving into, then my mom got sick. Lots of memories, and I am a slightly emotional person. lol

Hi all,
It's been a while since I posted. I just haven't felt like sharing. :(
Larry has been having trouble with his throat. He wakes up with it dry or with what seems like drainage. The other day, it seemed like he could feel something in there. He's been to the doctor and then had an x-ray of his esophogus. (He had to drink barium while they shot pictures of it going down.) We go see the doctor on Tuesday to find out what's going on.
I am freaking out!!!!!

Maureen, thank you for starting us out this month.
Should I say Hooray or I'm Sorry about the demise of your marriage?
You sound like everything is okay with you.

Tammy, I'm sorry you're going through those feelings about the house. I did that when we sold Mother's house (my home until I married). It will be okay.

Hope everyone else is all right. We'll have to get everyone back into the fold. :)
Tina
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Tina, I would be freaking out too! Let us know as soon as you know what's happening with Larry! Prayers are with you both.

I know things will be fine. I think my emotions are just going crazy right now. Making decisions about retirement, Tim going off to school in August, selling the house, being in pain, and the list goes on and on.

There are 39 school days left for the kids. Hard to believe. I hope they've learned a little something this year, but I'm not holding my breath. I graded some math papers yesterday. It was graphing, and we did lots of that in 2nd grade. Wellllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll, for some of them it was like they had no idea what they were doing. I was in tears and so totally frustrated. I think that has been the hardest thing for me this year. I know what they knew in 2nd and now they don't even know some of that.

I think I'm going to make reservations for Bob and I to go away over Easter break. Tim is old enough to stay on his own and take care of Kramer. We're having the garage sale on Thurs., Fri., and maybe Sat. before Easter. If we'd go somewhere late Sat. and come back on Monday, it might do us both some good. Bob is frustrated with his brothers after just being with them in Florida.
I'm just frustrated!!! lol

Hi

It looks like we've all been a little quiet lately.

Maureen, know that we are all here for you!!!!!

Tina, Larry will be in my prayers. Call me if you need me! I'm here for you.

Tammy, I would have mixed feeling too if I were you. You have a lot of memories in that house.

My nose is doing ok. The doctor said No surgery, just a bunch of nose spray. It's feeling better but my sunglasses dropped drown on it. Man did that hurt!!!

We've been working in the garden, getting it all planted. Got the beginning of my Seamus Garden going too. Other than that, nothing new here.

I've been in a rut lately and can't stop eating junk. Not good!!!!! I would like to lose this week but think it will be a gain due to Easter egg malt balls and m&M's. I sure wish they were healthy for you!!!!!

Susan, I'm sure that m&m's are healthy.
Ouch to your sunglasses!!!!

One of the retired teachers ran into the president of the school board. He brought up the elem. principal. He told her that he should have been gone long ago. She asked him why he and the school board had allowed him to stay and ruin the elementary staff's spirit the way that he had. He didn't have an answer for her. Good thing I wasn't talking to the guy!!

Up early in the morning to go to the doctor. Bob is going with me. I told him we have to go out for breakfast afterwards. He thought that might be a good idea.

Maureen: congrats on making a decision for YOU I know I struggled for years as to what to do with my marriage and can honestly say it was the best thing for me AND the kids. You are doing great with the smoking too.
Tammy remember the memories are with you not in the house.
Susan I am glad the nose is starting to feel better. What are you putting in thre seamus garden?
Tina. I haven't been too chatty lately either, Let us know how it goes with Larry. Maybe GERD?
Springtime greetings to you all
Mimi

Y'all, thank you for caring. :love:
We go see the doctor tomorrow at 11:45 a.m.
Mimi, Larry does have acid reflux sometimes. What scares us is that he feels like there's something in his throat.

Susan, I am so sorry about your nose. What are you planting in Seamus garden? You had mentioned something that would attract butterflies. What would that be?

Tammy, I can't believe there are only 38 more days of school for the kids.

I am not a stress eater----until this past week and today! I opened the bag of Russell Stover jelly beans, for Easter, and ate at least half. I never would do such a thing.
Today, I did walk 2 miles. Maybe that countered the "jelly bean attack". :lol:
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Mimi, you are right about those memories.

Tina, I'm sure walk did counter the jelly bean attack!! lol

The doctor sent me back exrays and I am supposed to have therapy on the back. I'll go get that in the works on Thursday after school.

Hi all,
Larry's x-rays didn't show anything wrong!!!!!:carrot: :carrot: :carrot:
His doctor wants him to go see an ENT dr. on Thursday. He wants to cover all the bases to make sure there's no polyp or anything else. So, we're still not "out of the woods" yet. However, it sure is looking good.

I couldn't wait to tell y'all.

Tammy, I'm betting the therapy will help your back a lot. :)

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Good morning everyone

Tina, glad to hear about Larry-I'm sure the rest of the tests will be fine-prayers at this end for you both

Mimi, thanks for the congrats-it's a big relief to be calling it quits-it's too bad but it's been coming for a long time
Tammy, take care of your back-have you got everything into your new place now? I wish i lived near you I could buy some of your old stuff lol
Well, believe it or not I got a pair of roller blades yesterday-a lady that works were i do part time-had a pr and she gave them to me-so i'm ready!!She gave me the wrist bands, i just have to pick up the helmut, knee and elbow pads-the manager where i work during the day said he could teach me-so ladies, i'm either going to get fit or get killed!!

Anyway I hope everyone has a great day and oh yes, i forgot-i'm now down 12 lbs since i quit smoking

take care of yourselves, you deserve it

maureen

Tina, wonderful news about Larry!!! I'm glad the doctor is checking everything out. Keep us posted.

Maureen, woo hoo to the roller blades! You go girl!!!

Everything is at the new place now. Just "organizing" things at the other house. After my "meltdown" over the weekend, Bob decided to call an auctioneer to see if we had enough for an auction. He said yes, and another man is going to bring his stuff to make it even more stuff. Bob thought that getting things together and marked for a garage sale, and sitting in the garage for 2 or 3 days wasn't such a good idea for me. I think he's right. The auctioneer is the same one who did my parent's auction at the same house!!

Chiropractor told me I should come more often. I was a bit out of whack. I go back on Monday. He also said that he'd like me to come in every other week till we go to Disney. He thinks that might help keep me out of whack on the trip. I go to the therapy place tomorrow after school to set things up there. I forgot to call and make an appointment at my family doctor. The rheumatogist recommended that I come off of my depression medicine and replace it with a newer one that works on the depression and pain at the same time.

I need to go in and talk to the superintendent about next year. The rheum. doesn't want to say No about next year yet since it is only April. I can understand I guess. She also wants the family doctor to be in on the decision since I see him more often. The chiro. told me tonight that he thinks some of my problems are caused by stress. He is a former school board member, and his wife taught for 30 years. He said he sees the signs!! lol

Cool here and raining. Bob surprised me today. When I came home, I noticed that the door to the enclosed porch was open. I looked out, and all of the furniture from the old house was here!!!! The porch people finally got everything finished here yesterday, so Bob and a friend of his went to the old house to get the stuff. The dog and I have been sitting out on the glider. we have a little heater out there because it's still a bit nippy. Can't wait till warm weather!!

Not much to say. Heading back out to the porch.

Hi all,
Tammy, that's great about the porch being finished. I bet you and Kramer will spend so much time out there now. Good for Bob, getting all the furniture there!

Great news!!!!! Larry does not have any cancer! He has an infection in his throat, plus the acid reflux and heart burn. We went to the pharmacy and came home with $72.00 worth of medicine! Wow

Susan, how is your nose?
How is everyone else?????

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Hi,

Tina, it's wonderful to hear about Larry. I know you've been really worried about him. He has been in my praryers!!!

Tammy, I agree that stress does take a toll on your body. I'm sure that your GP will agree.

Maureen, how are you doing? Is it hard not smoking?

I planted verbena, and a bunch of wildflower seeds. I will also plant a butterfly bush when they come out. I can't wait to get by flowers growing. It's going to be beautiful. I planted daylilies too. I looked up things that attract butterflies. Seamus will be so proud of me.

It's been a hectic week. I'm ready for the weekend. My throat hurts but I think it's sinus. I'm hoping it's not strep since several have had it at school.

My nose is feeling better. Still hurts to touch but not like it was before. Ouch!!!

My friend that I met on a grief website is on the way to have her baby. I'm so excited for her. We have been come really close friends and this will be her 6th pregnancy. She lost her little boy about the same age as Seamus. This will be her biological child but a gestational carrier is carrying it. Please say an extra prayer that everything works out.

Tina, what a relief about Larry!! The medicine sounds expensive, but that's ok!!!

Susan, my lillies are coming up at the old house. Bob told me that we'll plant some here once we find out what IS here. lol The garden sounds wonderful. I know he is proud of you.

Eye news. I went to have the newest chalezion removed today. I've had this one for a while, and it was starting to drive me crazy. Toward the end of the procedure (I was awake), I started feeling a little weird. My BP dropped to 60/40 and pulse rate was in the 40's. I think I made them nervous. Sure made me nervous!! They went out and brought Bob back to be with me. My appointment was at 1, and we didn't leave till after 4. They wouldn't release me till my BP went up a bit. I'm feeling ok now, back hurts because of being in that chair so long, and of course the eye hurts. Susan, I might get the black eye that you wanted!!!!

Keep us posted about your friend.

Tammy, I bet that was a scare for you! I've never heard of a chalezion. (I had to Google that one to see what it was.) I hope you're doing okay today! Please write and let us know that you are all right!
Has anyone made an offer on your old house? I hope it sells quickly.

Maureen, how are you doing? I hope no broken bones. :lol:
Mimi, I miss you when you don't post. Let us hear from you.
Sis, how are you doing with Curves? Are you getting more nervous about the wedding? I know it will all be beautiful. Remember, Tammy wants to come sing. :D
Jody, where are you girl?

Susan, how is your nose? I hope you don't have any more headaches.

It's a beautiful day here. It's actually cool. (We've been having the temp in the 80's for days now.) I feel the need to be outside getting some exercise. Here I am sitting at the computer instead. Oops!
Larry feels better now that he's taking all the medicines. He says he wakes up in the middle of the night but then goes back to sleep after awhile. I think he needs to call the dr. Some of the Rx might be too strong, or something.
I feel so fat in the middle today. :dizzy: Ever have those days?!?
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Hi,
Tina, I'm right there with you feel fat!!!! I'm a little emotional too. Wonder why?

Tammy, how are you feeling? Do you know you St. Joseph is? Take a small statue of him, bury him upside down, and say a prayer to him. Your house will sell. You can get them at any Catholic stores. I promise it works. I know it sounds silly, but it does. If you can't find on, I'll find you one. I'm Catholic :)

Amy, where are you lil sis? I hope not at the country with all the junk in the air!

I'm a little emotional like I said. My girl friend just had a baby, everything was healthy with him. Thank you God!!!! She had lost hers little boy at 3 months too and he was born at 30 weeks. We met over the internet. Anyway, she had a gestational carrier carry this baby. I'm thrilled for her but I have this wave of emotions... like leaving the hospital in an wheelchair without my son in my arms, all of the things I miss him doing. Curling those little toes around my fingers..... Anyways, I've very happy for her!!!! Just wasn't expecting the emotions to flair again. They just pop up, plus it's almost that time too.

I'm sitting here playing Louis Armstrong on the computer. I love him and Nat King Cole. Pat's outside mowing :) I'm staying in because of allergies. I have Pokey the guinea pig on me and the cat pawing at me. I'm in such high demands.

I think we are going to look for furniture today. I think!!!!! Anyone want to do it for me? I like casual but comfy!!!

I want to thank each and everyone of you for all you do!!! I am so blessed to have become such good friends with ya'll.

I'm doing ok. Eye is still puffy, red, and sore. I'll look cute going to school tomorrow.

Tina, yes to the fat in the middle! I keep doing the exercises and thinking that part will show some improvement. No luck yet.

Susan, I should do the St. Joseph statue!! The town we moved to is mainly Catholic, so I don't think I'd have a problem finding one.

The house is being shown today, in fact, they might be there right now. I can't remember what time. We hired a couple of women to clean the whole thing. They started yesterday morning. They were going to work all day and into the evening, and come back and do some touch up things this morning. We had that planned before we knew that the house was going to be shown today! Talk about good timing!! I knew that I wouldn't be able to really get it clean like I wanted, so the price to pay them is well worth it.

Hopefully the lookers will write out a check and it will be sold. LOL

Bob and Tim went to the Reds game, so they won't be back till this evening. Can't decide if I want to go to school and do some things since I wasn't there on Friday, or just go to WalMart and get some things there and come home and relax again. Tough decisions.

Hi all,

Hmmm....going to work at school or relaxing at home.......forget the school work. :lol: :lol:

Tammy, I hope the house sells very soon. Y'all are smart to get someone else to clean it. Larry and I tried to clean his dad's home before we left Abilene for the last time. We decided it would either sell the way it was or not. :) It finally sold. It sounds like you have a very large house and that should sell.

Susan, how's the nose today?
Mimi, how are you doing?
Maureen, you'll have to come give me lessons in roller blading.
Sis, how are the wedding plans?
Amy, How are things?
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Tina, I ended up going to school for a while, then went to Wal Mart. I was home before 6, and Bob and Tim were home when I got here!! They left 2 innings early. Reds were losing, playing awful. I was scolded for not leaving a note about where I was. I told them that I thought I'd be home before they were, so I didn't bother writing one.

I'm not sure how many square feet are in the house, but there are 3 bedrooms, living room, family room, kitchen, dining room, office, 3 large closets in the one hallway, only 1 bath, enclosed porch, full basement, 2 car attached garage, 2 car unattached garage with a loft, 1.5 acres. There has to be someone who needs that house!!!!

When I was at school, I did manage to get lesson plans done for the week. We go M, T, W this week. Then we are off until the following W, TH, R. I'm looking forward to it. I know we'll be working in the garages putting things in small boxes for the auction. Did I tell you we're doing that instead of a garage sale?

Weekend is over all is well......except......I had fish and chips for dinner.:o

Mimi, that sounds so good!!!

Went to the chiro after school. I need to go more often.

I really was not in the mood to be in school today. It's beautiful outside! Tomorrow is supposed to be in the 70's. Recess duty should be nice.

Our house wasn't shown yesterday. The real estate agent (another company) didn't want to drive 7 miles to go pick up the key that is in our agent's office. I thought that was part of his job. I wasn't happy about it, but I'm sure someone else will look sometime.

Yummy to the fish & chips! :D :D

Boo, to that agent. The nerve of some people! Sounds like they didn't really care if they got a commission or not.

It was in the 80's here today. Beautiful cool evenings and warm days.
I was so good OP today. We went out for Chinese tonight and I had pan fried chicken dumplings. Delicious.

Tammy and Susan, how many days are you off for Easter???

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Hi all. Sorry I haven't been around in a couple of weeks. Things are busy here. I haven't been doing too great eating wise this week cuz we are eating out all week as we work on remodeling our kitchen. I'm happy about the kitchen but kind of bumming as I am not eating well at all. But as soon as our kitchen in done I am going to try to get into the curves diet and try to combine it a bit with points and see how it goes. I am suppose to WI and measure this week but I think I gained and am kind of scared to WI. :(

Anyways the wedding planning is going ok I guess. There is still A LOT to do yet. Thankfully we all work together and things go smoothly.

Tina, I am so glad Larry is ok!! I'm sure you are SO releived!

Tammy, glad you are ok after the BP scare!

Maureen, congrats on still not smoking and losing 12 lbs! :) I gained 50 when I quit smoking about 13 yrs ago. LOL

Susan, hope your nose is doing ok.

Hope everyone has a great week, and a WONDERFUL EASTER! ....Sis :D

Hi everyone. It's been a while since I've posted but many things have been going on. My sister gave birth on Monday to a beautiful baby girl. 8lbs 15oz, 20". They still have not named her yet and we're all in anticipation to find out what it's going to be. This is her 3rd daughter. My 4yr old niece is so excited to have a baby sister. When we told her she couldn't take the baby home Monday night, she was so upset. It was adorable.

I finally quit smoking after 12 years of having this bad habit. It's been 3 weeks since I had a cigarette. I've been focusing on going to the gym and working out so I've been very lucky that I have not gained since then and I've continued to maintain my weight loss.

My husband is very excited that Opening Day is this weekend. We have several friends coming to our house on Saturday morning (3 am) to go fishing. I'll have to be in bed by 7pm Friday night just to be able to get up. Ugh!

Maureen, good for you on not smoking. How long has it been since you quit?

Sis, you are very lucky to have people helping you with your wedding plans. Unfortunately, I wasn't so lucky. Even though you've been eating out, think of how you will feel once your kitchen is complete. I'm sure it will be beautiful and you'll be making great healthy meals in no time.

Tammy, I hope you have good luck with selling the house.

Tina, Susan, auntie, how are you all doing?

I am now officially on spring break! We don't go back until next Wednesday.
Recess duty was great yesterday and today! Absolutely beautiful outside. AND the kids behaved!!

Sis, good luck at weigh in. You might be surprised! Redoing the kitchen brings back memories. We redid a kitchen and bath at a house we lived in when Tim was little. We only had one bath, so we moved into a hotel for a week. Tim loved it because we ordered room service one night. lol
Just remember that I've been practicing many songs for the wedding. Let's see, "Row your Boat" (we sang that at aerobics tonight, weird group of women), Happy Birthday (lots of them lately at school), and many more.

Congratulations on the new niece!!! It's an exciting time for the new older siblings. Let us know the name when you find out. Good for you on quitting smoking!!! 3am is too early to do anything!!!!!!

Water aerobics was fun tonight. Last class for this session. We all went out for pizza afterwards!! So much fun just sitting and talking.

My goal for spring break is to get some boxes emptied here. Bob said he and Tim will get things into smaller boxes at the old house for the auction. I can stay here, unpack some things, and be here so I can sit down or take a nap if needed. This week has been tough. Really worn out.

We found out at noon today that a former teacher passed away last night. She has had kidney problems. When I first started teaching, we taught 5th grade together. Such a sweet lady. After finding that out, the rest of the day was pretty much a bust for some of us who had known her for years. I had some kids who needed to finish up some things, so I put them to work. The rest of the kids and I watched a baseball bloopers video. The humor did me some good. It's the day before spring break, so I really didn't care that we didn't do what I had written in the plans.

NEWS! The principal told one of the teachers that he might stay and go into a teaching position!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe it! If I leave, I wonder if he'll get my classroom? Could be interesting. Bob and I are meeting with the superintendent next Monday or Tuesday to discuss next year. The doctor is leary of allowing me to take the days off because she is afraid that I'll just curl up and die. She wants me to stay active.

I think I'll be fine. With Bob being retired now, we'll be doing things together. I can go to the Y during the day and take some classes. I can volunteer at Hospice or the hospital. There are so many things that I can't do now because I'm too worn out at the end of the school day.

Well, I know Kramer will get me up at the normal time in the morning (between 5 & 6) so I think I'll head to bed soon. He never goes to get Bob or Tim. Only me. It's so nice to be loved. I think I've typed a lot here so I really need to stop.

Hi All,

Sorry I've been quiet this week. It's been a hard one on me.... My nose is doing better. Still hurts but is better. Took the guinea pig to the Science Center today because I thought something was wrong with it. Come to find out SHE has a respiratory infection. Poor thing! So I get to give her antibiotics. They took her to the vet (and I didn't have to pay). :)

We went on a field trip today, the girls only to a Girls Summit. It was great, it was for all the deaf girls in the metroplex. The keynote speaker was Christie Smith (the deaf girl from Suvivor). I ran into one of my old buddies and she told me that one of my very favorite students died in his sleep. He was 25 and when he was little he wanted to marry me. He has 10 siblings and 5 of them are deaf. I taught most of them. Anyways, there was nothing for him because they took him to Mexico.

Tammy, retirement sounds fun!!!!

Happy Good Friday to everyone! Not everyone is off today. Our son always has to work. (Crummy company)

Tammy, have a wonderful Spring Break. Take it easy. You and Kramer should relax on the porch and you can read one of your books.
Susan, I'm so sorry this has been a hard time for you. You know we are here for you. You can talk to us any time. Your poor nose! I'm glad it's a little better.
Mimi, have a great Easter weekend with your boys.
Maureen, how are you doing, friend?
fat1outof3, you talked about Opening Day. Is that fishing or hunting, I'm confused.
Sis, I want to know all about your new kitchen. What kind of counters are you getting? New appliances? Is the wedding in June?
Amy, is everyone well at your house now?

We are taking it easy today. We went out and bought bagels and brought them home - for a late breakfast.
I'm still not quite sure what to wear on Easter. It depends on how fat my stomach is that morning. :lol: :lol: :lol:
Have a great weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Happy Friday! I'm off and Pat has to work. He is off on Monday. So I'm steam cleaning the carpets before our new furniture comes this afternoon. The 2 recliners are coming and the couch will come in about 6 weeks. Figured it was better to do it all now!

I have a bunch of errands to run today too. Why does a day off seem like an errand day or that you must try to cram everything into it? The exterminator is coming at 2 and then the furniture is to be delievered between 4 - 7.

Part of whats going on is that a good friend of mine that I met through a grief website just had a little boy. I am thrilled for her (6th child) only living one. She had a gestational carrier for him. He was born last weekend. I have wanted to know everything along the way and am so happy for her. But I didnt' realize that it would stir some emotions for me. Like leaving the hospital empty handed and then having to go to the NICU everyday.

Pat and I had a major fight! He finally admitted that he was mad that his little boy died. It's the first time he has said anything like that. He has just been so m
sad at everything lately.

Oh man I'm just pouring it all out, I'm constantly worried about my mom and dad. Daddy is doing great. He has gotten him a personal trainer and has lost 27 pounds.

My youngest aunt had a orange size cancerous tumor removed from the back of her leg and they had to go back in for more. We just pray that they got it all this time. She is out in CA.

I miss my baby!!!! I wish we were coloring Easter eggs together and laughing!

So that's what been on my plate or at least on my mind. I've stopped at Sonic way too much for strawberry creme pie shakes because I seem to think they will make everything better.

I'm glad I've got you all. Sorry to unload but it does help to tell someone about it. Poor Amy, I don't know what I would do if we were such close sisters and best friends. She has really helped keep me together lately.

Have a great Friday and I hope the Easter bunny brings you lots of goodies!!

Susan, you know we are here for you, so it's ok to let it all hang out. I want to give you a hug, so maybe I'll jump in the van and drive to Texas. Wouldn't that be a surprise? I'm sorry you and Pat had an argument. I don't think men show their emotions like we do. I know Bob holds things in, and then when I least expect it, he blows. We'll be keeping you guys in our prayers.

Tina, we have been on the porch a lot!! Even Tim was out there with Kramer today while I was gone. I have a couple of books that I want to read, but I also know I have some school things that I need to do.

I had my Sat. aerobics class today instead of tomorrow. Today we walked (some ran) the track. Then we did those big balls (what a hoot!!), then pilates (oh my!). I came home, took a shower, then Tim and I walked to the Tiger's Den (that's where he is working part time) for lunch. I had therapy for my back at 2:30. The therapist really checked me out, took notes, etc. since this was my first visit. She is the same one that I worked with about my carpal tunnel before I had that surgery. Busy day.

I was thinking that I just might go shopping and get something new for Easter. Then I can take it on vacation and wear it when we go out for our anniversary.

Hi all,
What did everyone do today???? I washed and dryed and ironed and dyed eggs, made cheese grits for tomorrow, etc., etc.,etc. Do I sound busy or what! We always go to my sister's house. Some day we'll come to mine.
I don't want the kids bothering Smokey.

I bought us a little piece of ham. We'll have sandwiches out of it tomorrow night.
Tammy, did you buy that new outfit?

Everyone have a wonderful Easter!:
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We're having ham for dinner today, and it sounds delicious right now!!
Tina, I didn't buy an outfit. I hurt pretty bad yesterday. I think doing the class, walking, and doing therapy on Friday was just too much. I didn't get much accomplished yesterday at all I did go to the old house and sort some things for the auction. I sat to do that. Bob brought boxes to me.

Happy Easter!!!

Happy Easter Everyone
We're not doing anything special today- my 2 younger sons (Ian & James) & Ian's girlfriend, Chantelle came over yesterday-the transit system where they live isn't running today. Well, i'm just about packed for my move, next saturday- I'm so looking forward to it-You know after almost 29 yr Geoff hasn't even asked if we could talk about this or anything, so i really do know i'm making the right choices here.
Oh, I managed to get out the last few mornings on the rollerblades and i'm still here to talk about it LOL- i will continue to practice until i can go a little further and longer each day.
Would you believe, here it is apr 16 and as i look out my window, it's snowing!!! Now I know it's not going to stay, because it's not that cold out but Holy!!
I don't know how much i weigh right now, because i packed my scale, but i feel great and I'm still not smoking

Well, I sure hope you all have a great day, I know I intend to, we deserve it

maureen

Happy Easter! At least what is left of it.

We worked outside ALL day long. Pat stripped horsestalls and mowed some. I did other outside chores and planted some new plants. We finally came in and cleaned up and went to get bbq. Talk about an exciting day! :)

Tammy, when is your meeting with the superintendent? I can't believe that the principal would be a teacher in your building. If they let him do that they are dumber than they already are!!!!

Tina, I love to dye eggs. I didn't even get any done this year.

Maureen, you sound good. Are you moving to a different city or just to your own place? I can't remember if you said or not. You are doing great with all that you have going on. You know we are here for you.

Thanks for always being there!!!!! Ya'll mean the world to me!!!

Maureen, it sounds like you are making the right decision. Good for you on surviving the rollerblades!!!! I am impressed!! I'd hurt myself just putting them on!!

Susan, our Easter involved going through some things here at the house and organizing. Big thrill, right? I did throw away more stuff, so that's a good thing.

Bob and I are meeting with the supt. at 1:00 today. I'm kind of nervous about it. I'm trying not to get my hopes up that it all works out the way that I want. The therapist on Friday asked me how soon I could quit. I asked why, and she said she is sure that the stress is causing the fibro to act up and that's part of my back problems. The chiropractor said the same thing last week about stress. Seems like there's a pattern here!! I go for therapy again this afternoon at 4:00.

Hope everyone had a good Monday!
Tammy, how was the meeeting? It certainly sounds like stress is the big thing!

Tina, How are you?

Maureen, I am so impressed with your rollerblading. I would be in intentsive care!!! :D

The meeting was pretty boring. He had a calendar to show when my last day would be if I am there next year for the 120 days. I told him that I don't want to be in the 4th grade position because I believe that the students should have the same teacher the whole year if possible. I mentioned the tutoring positions (still full time pay) that are available. He talked about me not teaching at all next year, which would require a doctor's letter stating that I shouldn't teach. The rheumatologist is leery about it because she thinks if I stop teaching that I'll curl up and die. Did I already tell you that?

Anyway, I go to my family doctor on the 26th. He knows what I've been going through with the depression issues as well as the pain. Last fall he asked how soon I could get out of there. I'm hoping that when I talk to him, he'll be willing to write the letter. If not, I guess I'll be there next fall.

I don't know if the physical therapist can write a letter stating what my problems are, but I think I'll ask when I go on Wednesday. Today they figured out that my right leg works fine for some things and awful on others.
On the things that my right leg is good on, the left leg is bad. And the left is good when the right one is bad. They think I've been trying to deal with the pain by walking weird. Hoping that the stretching exercises will help. They encouraged me to keep doing the water aerobics.

One more day of spring break, then back to school on Wednesday. Boo.

Hi all,
Tammy, get your family doctor to get you out of there!!!!! Your pain and stress will just get worse with time.
I'm so sorry you have that problem. I'm sending you a big HUG, carefully, of course.

Susan, are you feeling any better? I hope Pat is doing better. Maybe by letting it all out, he's able to deal with things better now.
How is your nose?

Maureen, you are a speed devil! :lol: :lol: I'm glad you have such a positive attitude about moving out.

Sis, what's up with you? Is your kitchen finished?

Mimi, how are you doing?????

We had a good Easter. I feel like I gained a ton. I hate that feeling.

Has anyone looked at The Sonoma Diet? I bought the book today. It has some good recipes. I also picked up a recipe book at the grocery check-out. It has more recipes. I'll let y'all know if some are really, really good.

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Tina, I hope the doctor will do something. I had a call from the rheumatologist about the back x-rays. Nothing there but arthritis. I almost cried. I wish it was something that could be fixed. Things might get better when I switch the one medicine, but I have to completely wean off of the other one first. Maybe this therapy will help. She said to keep up the water exercises at the Y. I'm supposed to call back after a couple more weeks of therapy and let her know what's happening.

I've heard of the Sonoma Diet, but I know nothing about it at all.
I think I just need to lock myself away from food for a while. Maybe that would help.

Back to school in the morning. 153 more days until retirement.

Hi,

Hope everyone had a good day! Well my dad's youngest brother has been given 24 hours to live and has been put on a ventalator. Remember last year he lost 2 siblings within 6 weeks.

I've had a headache and cramps all day long. I feel crossed eyed, so if I don't make sense you'll understand. Not that I make sense most of the time :D

Tammy, GET OUT!!!! NOW!!!!! don't walk.... RUN!!!!! I can promise you that your GP will write the letter. I think your rheum. dr. doesn't realize that you will stay busy!!!! It just isn't good for your health. We can write you a letter if you want?????????

Tina, how is Smokey doing?

Maureen, I agree that you sound good about your move!

Amy has another sick one. It seems like the poor thing always has someone sick or they just get well and then someone else gets it. My niece just got braces and is so excited. I think it's funny.

Good evening ladies,

Well as Sue has told you, our uncle has surprised us and made it through the day. Time is near, so evertime the phone rings I am scared to answer it that it will be our Mom saying he is gone.

My Brenden is sick awaing with a sinus infection, respiratory infection which is causing his asthma to act up. So we are doing breathing treatments every 3 hours.

Tomorrow I am going to the get my early birthday present. (Which is still a month away). I am going to sign up for a trainer at the gym. I am not going to tell my family, so don't tell Sue if you talk to her. ;) i just need a good :kickbutt: to get back on track.

Well we are about to get hit by a huge storm and are under a tornado watch until 2:45am, so it is time for the computer to go to bed.

Hope you all have a good Thursday.

It's Thursday.....
Bad news from this end. David got fired/laid off yesterday afternoon. In one more month he would've been there 8 years. That's the thanks he got.
The owner had just built a new building for the company. He's been firing people "right & left" to make up the cost of building.
They're hiring new people who don't make any money----also don't know how to do anything.
His manager wasn't even told until one hour before David knew. Larry and David spent the evening filling out the unemployment internet form. I am so mad about this!!!!!
As you can imagine, I wasn't hungry last night. I have been doing good this week, OP.

Amy, it's good to hear from you. That is wonderful about getting a trainer at the gym. A few years ago for a gift, I gave Larry 2 training sessions at the gym.

Susan, how's your nose?
Tammy, I'm anxious for you to see your doctor and get a letter from him. Is Tim getting excited about graduation?
Maureen, we haven't heard from you in a day or so. How's the roller blading going? :lol:
Mimi, you are a quiet one.
Sis, please let us know about your kitchen and the wedding plans.

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Susan, how awful for your family, losing so many.
When you said that about not making sense, I kind of giggled. I don't make sense most of the time!! I'm hoping the doctor will write the letter. His DIL is a teacher, so at least he knows a little bit about what goes on. Since we attend the same church, he has seen how I've gone downhill the past couple of years. His daughter and Tim are the same age. I think it would be great if all of you would write me a letter. I'm sure the superintendent would go for that!!!

Amy, my b-day is May 8. Should we have a party?

Tina, that is awful about David and his job!! Keep us posted on what goes on with him.

Yes, Tim is excited about graduation. I think we need to get on the ball and get invitations ready for the party and decide what food we're having. We're having the party the weekend before graduation. I didn't think I could handle both things the same weekend.

Well, I'm headed for the porch to grade papers. Kramer will be with me, I'm sure.

Hi,

Tina, that is horrible about David. I can't believe that he got laid off. It burns me up. Hopefully he will find something soon.

Tammy, I know your doctor will write the letter. Ask if he will write me one too? Maybe I can retire too.

Amy, I'm proud of you for getting a trainer..... Are you get Pablo? You are doing it just to make me jealous!!!!! :)

My dad has a trainer from Argentia and has long curly hair ( I think) and has an accent. I keep saying I think I will need to check him out.

My nose is doing well. It's still tender but not like it was. It's more now tender just around where the break is at. I just rub gingerly!

We had storms here too. We needed the rain! I've had a headache for several days. Migraine and then a rain headache from the change in pressure.

We are on the down hill slide of school!!!! It's hard to believe.

Good morning
Tina, sorry about David too-how is the employment situation where you are? Here in Alberta we're experiencing a boom-everywhere you go there are signs up for people-
Susan, glad your nose is getting better, my eyes water just thinking about it.
Tammy, I sure wish i lived near you, I'd buy some of your stuff-
I thought at my age i'd be thinking about retiring, but here I am starting all over again-but you know I feel really good about this-I took the morning off work and just packed last of things-arranged everything in the living room so the fellows helping me can have everything pretty much in one spot-I'm out of here tomorrow-
I'm looking forward to a new beginning-I guess we're never too old

I sure hope everyone has a great friday and as soon as i get my computer hooked up at the other place i'll be back-should be tomorrow nite or sunday

take care
maureen

Susan, I wish I was as positive as you are about my doctor writing the letter. I guess after the rheumatologist seemed concerned about writing one at this point, I think he'll be the same way. I agree about the downhill slide for school!
Our students have 28 more days. Hard to believe!

Maureen, you really have a great attitude about what is happening in your life! I think you are going to do just fine. I'm proud of you!!

We had a 2-hour delay this morning. The HS buses were just starting out when a really heavy fog rolled in. They called the buses back in and put out the delay. I couldn't believe how bad it got so quick. When I went to school, it was still foggy, but not as bad.

In the fog this morning, a car ran a stop sign and hit a car and killed the driver. The woman killed, Barb, was at my table when I was an assistant table leader on an Emmaus Walk. Bob knows her husband. She was in her 40's. 2 kids - the daughter is a sophomore, and I think the son is in 2nd or 3rd grade. I just feel sick about it. Such a special lady.

My aunt's funeral is tomorrow afternoon, and our alumni banquet at the school is tomorrow night. The jazz band is playing for the banquet. Since Tim is in that, Bob and I decided to go.

Tammy, I'm very sorry about your aunt. Did you tell us she was sick? I can't remember.
Please don't give up hope that the dr. will write you a note!!!!!

Maureen, you do have a great determination. Hurry and get your computer back up. We want to hear all about your new place.

Susan, how are you today?

We had a heavy rain this morning. The ground/grass really needed it.
I went shopping today. Ha! None of the clothes looked or fit right. I wonder about these styles.

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Tina, I don't know if I mentioned my aunt or not. She passed away last weekend. She has been living with her daughter in NC. There were originally from Ohio, near here. Funeral wasn't until today because of grandkids living all over the US. Wanted everyone to have time to get here to Ohio. After the funeral, we all went to a banquet room at one of the restaurants and ate and visited. It's sad, because I'm sure that I'll never see some of these people again.

I agree with you about the styles of clothes!! I want to go shopping and get some new things before we go to Disney. Hope I have good luck finding things.

Good morning ladies
Well, I'm moved, I was up yesterday at 5AM and was still unpacking boxes at 1AM this morning. I'm just trying to get a bit organized. I have to run out and get a few groceries, but i really think this was the best thing to do. I found my scale and according to it, i've lost another 2 lbs, so a total so far of about 15 lbs. That's since I quit smoking also.

Well, I sure hope you all have a great day and I'll be here even when i don't post
maureen

A happy Sunday to everyone! :cool:

Maureen, good for you, girl! I'm really so proud of you, the way you decided to take charge and get things done. You're going to be fine!!! And, remember that we are always here for each other.

It's a beautiful morning.
David came over last night. He feels better about the world now. He filed for unemployment benefits and signed up with the Texas Employment help place (can't remember the formal name). A couple of friends are looking for things for him, too.

Everyone take care, until I post again. :)
Love all of you,
Tina
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Hi everyone,

I feel like I've been a stranger. I've been so tired at night that I can't do anything. Did I tell you about the center of my eye lashes falling out on both eyes? Weird huh? I called my dr. and she wants to do bloodwork because it could be my thryoid out of whack, which would explain why I'm SO tired!!! I go Tuesday for bloodwork. I'll keep you posted.

Tammy, I sure hope he writes the letter. Maybe your GP will write it for you! I'm sorry about your aunt. I know it's hard.

Tina, I hope David finds something quickly. I know you will feel better then.

Maureen, you are awesome. Go for it!!!! Change is sometimes hard but sometimes it's just what we need. We are here for you!!!

My dad's youngest brother died Saturday morning. We were expecting it. My poor dad has lost 3 out of the 5 kids in his family all within a years time, including his grandson. My uncle is in Laredo and the burial will be at Fort Sam Houston military base. My dad said "you don't need to come" they were close but he is still my uncle. I told him "I would be coming for you!!!" He said "that would be nice" So I'll go.

Let's see, I have a ton of work I should be doing but I'm avoiding it. I need to go to school and just work in my classroom but won't. Plus my badge isn't working right now, I'm waiting on a new one.

Hope everyone has a good Sunday.

Maureen, could you come and help me get some boxes unpacked? lol We've been here a while and I still have a few boxes to attend to. Good for you on your weight loss!!!

Tina, glad David is feeling better about things. Maybe this was a blessing in disguise and he'll find something wonderful.

Susan, glad that you are going to go to the doctor to get things checked out. See if your doctor will write me a note, will you???? I'm sorry about the loss of your uncle. I agree that you should be there for your dad. As for schoolwork, my school bag is in exactly the same spot that I put it on Friday when I walked in the door. Lesson plans for this week consist of spelling and math. I suppose I should do something else like reading, language, science, and social studies. I'll figure that out tomorrow morning. Not in the mood to worry about it tonight.

Had our open house today. Bob talked to the real estate agent afterwards. There were 9 or 10 couples who went through it. Only one made a negative comment about it having 1 bathroom. All the others were positive about everything. Sure hope it sells soon!!!

I'm making my reservations to fly down there as we speak. Amy just called with the arrangements and she said Dad said "Call Susie and tell her not to come." I'm going!!! It will just be for the day but at least I'll be there for him. That's all that matters!!!

Tammy, those people don't know what they were talking about! Did you bury St. Joseph? I tell you it works!!!!

I didn't bury St. Joseph!!!!!!!!!! I totally forgot about it!!!!!!!!!! Bob isn't home right now, but when he gets here I'll tell him what you said.

I still agree about you going to be with your dad!!

I had therapy for my back after school today. Instead of going to water aerobics, I took a nap. I was pooed out.

Hope everyone is having a good day!!

Tammy, Make sure Bob buries him. I have know too many times it has worked. I loved water aerobics when I did it. I might do it again this summer.

I talked to my daddy and told him I was coming. He said in his sweet voice "I'm glad." That's all I needed to hear him say. He walks on water!!!! I know I've said that before!!

Amy is busy getting ready to take brownies on a camping trip this weekend. I would help her if I was there.

I went to my family doctor today. After school I typed up what has been going on with the rheumatologist, water aerobics, back therapy, issues at school, etc. I explained how I'd like to use the sick days and the supt. is agreeing to it. The doctor is writing the letter! He said he'll call when he has it ready, and I can stop in to see if I think it's ok. Oh my! My BP while I was there was a little high, but I blame that because I was nervous.

Did anyone see NBC Dateline tonight? It was in Greenville, Ohio. Internet sex sting. It's about 10 minutes from my house.

I need to go to bed.

Tammy,
did your doctor agree to you retiring early? I'm glad you are going to use your sick days! You need the rest.


I missed Dateline tonight, just got home from a fast trip to San Antonio for my uncle's funeral. I'm really glad I went but I'm exhausted. I got to spend sometime with the kids too. It's been ages since I've seen some of my cousins. We are talking about doing a family reunion so we can all get together during a happy time. My cousin and I decided we would arrange it. Of course we'll make Amy help.

I'm off to bed. Have to go to school tomorrow. Yuck! Oh the doctor called with my lab work, my thyroid level is out of whack (which is why my eye lashes are falling out. Maybe oh Maybe it will help me lose some weight when she increases my meds.

Hi all,

I was just checking in real quick. I am going crazy trying to get ready for our Girl Scout camp out this weekend. 100% of my troop is going, which means 17 girls and 5 adults. I had my plans all ready until weather has changed. No we are expected to have thunder storms Saturday and Sunday. Which should be fun with the girls. Rain or Shine it will be lots of fun.

It was Great to see Sue yesterday. It is so hard to be so close (sometimes I think closer than twins) and be so far apart. My kids love her like they were there mother, and the feeling is mutual- I know.

Last night, after a long stressful day I feel into the trap of comfort food. Which for me is mexican food, especially pinto beans and rice. I stopped at 8:30 at a local mexican fast food restaraunt (Taco Cabana) and picked up an order of nachos and a bowl of rice chased down with a large regular Or. Pepper. Then plopped down on the couch and ate and ate and ate. While watching my TIVOed shows.

Everyone had a great and safe weekend.

Susan, the doctor doesn't have a problem with me retiring early at all. We talked for a good while about school,home, and a lot of other things. He thinks that just being away from school is going to help the stress level immensely. I definitely agree to that!!

Getting together with family is great, but it is better at happier times. I know last week when we all went out to eat at a local restaurant after my aunt's funeral, it was wonderful just sitting and talking to some of my cousins. One cousin has tried to have a family reunion each summer for the past few years. Some years there are lots of people, and other years not so many.

Glad that your doctor will be able to help you!! If it helps with the weight, send me some!!

Amy, I can relate to your GS trip!! When Tim was in Tiger Cubs (1st grade), we took the crew camping. It stormed most of the weekend. Everyone still had fun (at times). lol

I slept for 2 1/2 hours tonight. Tim woke me up at 8:30. I guess I should be grading papers.

WHERE IS EVERYONE? IT ISN'T APRIL ANYMORE!!!!

Tammy,
I don't know but I'm here!!!! If you didn't start a new thread I will. :)