[JayEll]

CountingDown--looks to me like you're down another pound!

I'm still packing--I'm on to plan B now, plan A having been discarded. One thing I wanted to take was just going to take up too much room. But, I can do without it!

Was trying on clothes--decided not to take the pants that are "a little too tight," because I figure if they're a little tight now, I'll never wear them.

Well, I'm going to the gym soon--it will be my last workout here before we leave. I'm going to make sure to find some centers in SLC to which I can get a pass. Need to keep up that exercise!

I sure miss some of our regular folks--where are hijude, SpinyMouse, Bill Blue Eyes, the slim me, and the rest of you folks? You know who you are... C'mon in, tell us what you're up to as summer is about to begin.

Jay

[CountingDown]

Linda - that fire sounds scary. Hope you were able to get in your gazelle workout indoors. I applaud your tenacity in using it. Mine is sitting in an unused bedroom, folded up and it is unlikely that I will use it any time soon. I should probably sell it at this point.

Jay - yes, I still seem to be losing about a lb. a week (or so) Thus, my continuing to lower my goal weight every 5 lbs. Thanks for noticing

Packing is one of those things I don't really enjoy. Traveling - yes - very much - but packing

I have a great routine for the non-clothing stuff, but I never seem to take the right amont of clothing - usually too much. Since we are traveling more these days, I am trying to find wardrob pieces that coordinate, travel well, and can be dressed up or down as needed. I had a GREAT wardrobe for this in size 20, but I'm not doing so well in amassing the same pieces in my current size. Ah, patience IS a virtue! And if I could bring myself to buy clothing that wasn't on sale ...

But that is another story

I hope everyone has a wonderful week - and - I also miss our regulars. I hope they pop in soon!!!

Originally Posted by JayEll

CountingDown--looks to me like you're down another pound!

I'm still packing--I'm on to plan B now, plan A having been discarded. One thing I wanted to take was just going to take up too much room. But, I can do without it!

Was trying on clothes--decided not to take the pants that are "a little too tight," because I figure if they're a little tight now, I'll never wear them.

Well, I'm going to the gym soon--it will be my last workout here before we leave. I'm going to make sure to find some centers in SLC to which I can get a pass. Need to keep up that exercise!

I sure miss some of our regular folks--where are hijude, SpinyMouse, Bill Blue Eyes, the slim me, and the rest of you folks? You know who you are... C'mon in, tell us what you're up to as summer is about to begin.

Jay

[meowee]

Good Morning . . .

Actually, I did some strength work with light weights instead of Gazelling yesterday. Mine lives in my family room -- ugly, but handy, and hard to ignore (although sometimes I manage ).

My day is looking decent -- both the weight and the blood sugar went in the right direction this morning -- but more importantly that fire has finally been contained and all but 50 of the 5000 evacuees have been able to go home. The firefighters finally got a break and the wind shifted and blew the fire back where it had already come from and it literally ran out of fuel.

See you later everybody . . . hope you all have a great moving and shaking Monday . . .

[CountingDown]

Linda - that is great news all around! Thanks for the update on the fire situation. Hopefully, the air is clearing as well.

I kept my Gazelle in the living room for about 6 months. The first thing you saw when you came into my house - yeah - really ugly - but, at least I used it. Now that the kids are gone, I have turned the common area upstairs (used to be a play, entertainment room for the kids) into an exercise studio. It is my space and I get growly if anyone inades it (even the pets The cats tend to get underfoot at the worst times).

I hope everyone is having a great day! Sure wish there was more traffic on the thread though!!!!

[meowee]

Good Morning . . .

You are right . . . it is very quiet in here. It will likely pick up again.

Not feeling too perky today -- partly weather since it's pretty overcast and supposed to rain later one -- partly because this is the day for my annual Gyn visit -- partly because the weight blipped up again. Oh well -- everything on the list will pass in due course.

Hope everybody else has a great moving and shaking day . . .

[JayEll]

Greetings from Salt Lake!

Got here yesterday evening--the time change plus a five-hour plane flight kinda did us in.

We flew on Delta, and I sure like that airlines. You do have to pay for meals, but some snacks are free. The meals we bought were good, as airline meals go! I had a cheese and fruit plate, and the cheese was good--brie, cheddar, and smoky gouda. My partner had a shrimp caesar salad that was good also--although of course, they do seem overpriced. The cheese, fruit, etc. plate was $6, the shrimp caesar $10.

The seats were comfortable, too--though that may have to do with this being the first time I've flown since I lost weight.

Anyone else have airline stories? Positive or negative!

Jay

[CountingDown]

Jay,
I like Delta as well. We are flying Delta in Oct. to see the kids in CA. I usually go with Priceline or Hotwire for my tickets if I can, so I can't choose my airline.

I like flying United, but have had the most difficulty with them. My spring break flight to visit my Mom in TN last year was almost a disaster. They canceled the flight because of weather, and after waiting 3 hours in line to get re-booked, the soonest they could get me on a plane was 4 days later. Which would have given me only 2 days with my Mom. I was saavy enough to ask if there were any flights from any other Airports in MI, and the could get me out of Grand Rapids the next morning at 5:50 a.m. (which is about 150 miles south) I got the last seat on that plane. Of course I was returning to Traverse City airport, so I had to call DH and have him book a hotel room in GR for the night, and drive me down.

Any time you change your plans last minute, you automatically win the security lottery and qualify for additional scanning. Since I am a geek and travel with a boatload of electronics, they had to scan each and every piece with their special wand. It took me an hour to go through security and I caught my flight with 2 minutes to spare.

I too am much happier flying since I have lost weight. On the flight, they put me in the very back row by the window - the plane curves in and has very little leg room and an odd shaped seat as well there. A larger gentleman was next to me and both of us barely had enough room to breath. It was very, very uncomfortable. Thankfully, the flight was only about 2 hours long.

I was absolutely amazed when we flew this spring - at how much room there is now. And - how long that seatbelt tail is

[meowee]

Good Morning . . .

Our so-called national airline, Air Canada, is making news around here -- they've just announced that they are cutting their flight schedule and their staffing levels as well as increasing prices -- all because of fuel costs. Funny that their main competitor, West Jet, seems to be able to maintain regular staffing and service levels with only relatively minor fuel surcharges. I much prefer West Jet anyway and they are usually considerably cheaper than Air Canada for the same routes.


Boy is it every muggy and overcast today but things have been so changeable lately, who knows what the afternoon may bring. A good rain would be very welcome since it appears there are still some little hot spots in the fire area. They found the ignition point; it appears to be a case of 'careless camper'. Will people never learn?

Spent 90 minutes in the waiting room for my 15 minute appointment with the gyn yesterday -- glad he didn't check my blood pressure. At least he changed the picture on the ceiling over the examining table since the last time I was there. Two of the cutest little chocolate lab puppies you'd ever want to see. And . . . his scale weighed me 1 pound lighter than my own. Always a pleasant and totally unexpected surprise.

Have a great day, gang . . . see you later . . .

[JayEll]

Hi folks!

Here I am still, in SLC. My friend from SF, who is here also, is running me ragged! She lost over 50 pounds in the last several months with Weight Watchers, and she is really into exercise... I know it may seem as though I am as well--and it's true I'm really consistent--but she is a notch above my level of effort! Yesterday we went for a walk in the morning around a lake, and her pace was... wow. Any faster and I'd be jogging. Then in the afternoon we walked over to 24-Hour Fitness (walked, mind you) where we have free passes compliments of the hotel, and worked out for an hour.

Maybe it's partly the altitude, though. Hard to get one's breath. I've gone from zero to 5,000 ft.

Today we're taking a drive in the mountain canyons to the east of the city. I spent many happy times in these mountains as a teen and young adult.

Food has been good quality, and perhaps more cals than needed, but I'm not tracking or weighing. What I am doing, though, is watching portions. I had a half salad for lunch yesterday, and took half my dinner with me last night. (The place we're staying has kitchenettes so we can store leftovers.)

See ya!
Jay

[CountingDown]

Jay - sounds like you are having a WONDERFUL time. All that exercise sounds like you will come home without gaining too
I love having kitchen facilities when I travel. I am so frugal about wasting food - stupid - but true. Being able to take it with me - even if I end up not eating it, really helps me not overeat those ridiculously large restaurant portions.

Linda - I need to make an appt. with my gyn - I am woefully overdue for any type of doctor's visit. I need to hold myself accountable and just do it. I really, really, really hate doctors and don't go unless there is something really wrong. Time to do what I need to do ...

Hope everyone had a great day - sure do miss everyone else!!!

[meowee]

Hi there . . .

Looks like a busy day for me . . . the Bengal twins have to go to the vet for their annual shots. Will probably take two of us an hour to get them caged up. Then they will screach and complain the whole time. When they get back home again, they will disappear from sight for at least two days and will take about 3 months before I can get near them again -- they are definitely not the most tractable cats I've ever shared house-room with and boy are they ever great grudge holders. No idea where they are right now -- haven't seen either one since I brought the cage in from the garage. After that, guess LouLou and I will do our normal Thursday afternoon shopping "thing" -- if we've got any energy left.

To top it off, it's cold and very overcast . . . difficult to believe it's only two days until Summer is officially here . . . I'm still waiting for Spring.

Anyway . . . hope you all have great days planned . . . keep things moving and shaking, gang . . .

[flowingair]

Hi to all, Well I finally finished all the paper work and closed down my classroom. I'm ready for summer and getting back on-line, in shape, and weighing less. I think they should all work together. Have a great day. Lori

[CountingDown]

Lori - great attitude Our schools are in full summer mode - summer school started on Monday. Most of the staff are off enjoying the sun and fun, however. Sometimes I regret going from a 9 month employee to a 12 month employee. I really did enjoy having summers off. But, now that the kids are gone, it makes more sense to work full time. For now - 4-5 years more I think. Then, who knows???

Linda - hope you found the cats in time for the vet appointment. My little darlin's hide in the strangest places when they see the cat carrier come off the shelf. They HATE going to the vet - and hold a grudge as well. Unlike the dog - he is thrilled to go anywhere - even the vet - seems like the waiting room is his favorite place to "sniff".

Jay - hope you are having a great time again today!!!

The sun is back out and the weather is FINALLY up to 70 degrees (Linda - I will ship it your way if I can ).
I scooted out to get groceries tonight, and did some clothing shopping at Peebles (couldn't waste the $10 off $10 coupon - OK, any excuse to go shopping works for me). I did pick up a poly skirt, and two tops for work.

Time to go enjoy that sunshine and work in the garden.

Blessings!

[meowee]

Up too early and still trying to recuperate from the 'cats to Vet ordeal' of yesterday. :

Hopefully I'll be back later and in a better mood.

[JayEll]

Hey everyone!

I just lost a post about my trip... Grrrrrr! It wasn't 3FC's fault, though.

Ate too much at a frozen custard stand... But it was good at the time. Plenty of good food to be had here--we went to a Western place called Ruby River that specializes in beef. Aged beef cooked perfectly. It was amazingly good! But huge, of course; we have many leftovers that we're working through.

Went hiking yesterday in Red Butte canyon, where there's a beautiful botanical garden. We went up beyond the garden--wonderful view of the foothills, wildflowers on hillsides, and vistas of the Salt Lake valley down below.

The day before we drove up Little Cottonwood canyon to the Snowbird ski resort--many of the Olympic events in 2002 were held in these canyons. We took a tram to the top of one of the peaks, which is at 11,000 feet. There was still snow at the top, although pretty slushy!

Jay