[Leenie]

Hi again

I'll try to catch up with you all this weekend...boy work has been rough.

TTYL,

Leenie

[hope4me]

Leenie- bet you can't wait for the weekend!
Homebound-you still with us?

I'm off to take the pooch to the vet again. I think she is having leg cramps (hope that's all it is). About every other day she suddenly falls over screaming and whining like she's been shot. I have to pick her up and massage her legs and hips and then she seems to calm down. I don't know what else it could be, but it scares the life out of me when it happens. I think I'll be on heart meds b4 this is over.

Debbie: that's what they always say, you just do what you have to do. Some day I may find out, who knows.

K: How's your day?

[Sassy_Chick]

Hi All.

Well so far, my side has not been hurting! (knocking on wood!) lol. I still don't feel 100%, but I do feel much better.

I hope you all are well and have a Great Weekend!

[debbieduzLAWL]

Is she having seizures? ypur dog that is

[buddly]

Hi everyone!

We are having a really nice day today, the sun was shining and it was just beautiful, I'm really enjoying it. C has judo practice tonight, so I'll be able to hit the grocery store while she is in there, the cupboards are getting a little bare at the moment, does make it easier to wipe down the shelves tho A has a job interview tomorrow morning, when she is done that we will be able to run a few errands. So all is good.

Hope, I sure hope your pup is alright, that's really scary, it would be so much easier if pets could talk and let you know where it hurts. And where having kids is concerned I couldn't imagine not having any, that is the only thing I ever knew for sure was I wanted a child. I wasn't sure how I would handle more than one as I was an only child (till I was 15) raised by a single mother, so I had no idea how to make this family thing work, but somehow it does. Hubby and I have been together for 20 years and the kids are still alive at 19, 17 and 15 so something is working They keep me going and are a great motivation for so many things.

Sassy I hope you are still feeling better.

Leenie hope you have a relaxing weekend, take it easy.

Thanks Debbie.

Hi Heather, Susan, Liz, homebound, Cathy and everyone else.

Take care all and have a wonderful weekend,
K

[hope4me]

Gosh Debbie I've never even considered that. I don't think so, though I've never witnessed a dog have one. A couple of years ago she fell off the bed and hurt her back/hip and had to do some rehab. They thought today she may have a pinched nerve that is acting up or some form of complications from that incident and we are going to try 1/2 a baby aspirin daily and see what happens. If it happens again however, I will definitely consider that possibility. You've given me something to think about. Thank you.

[debbieduzLAWL]

we had a dog with epilepsy,
she would just fall over and wimper and then It would pass and she would slowly get up and be fine.we would pet her and sooth her and she was fine she live to be 14 and that is old for a large dog.I didnt want to worry you.

Anyway where is everyone this week?
I miss u guys.

[rubberlegs]

Hi all -
Just trying to get my life together and I thought I needed to join this thread.
I know I need to take thyroid/antidepressant meds but I haven't because I'm (duh) depressed. And now that I'm getting my life together, I'm looking for a new job (need I mention how much I HATEHATEHATEHATEHATE job hunting?) and will probably have to switch insurance plans, so I don't want to start one antidepressant and find that the new plan won't cover it (or have to pony up in the transition phase). So anyways, thanks to Heather for reminding me about St. John's Wort. I think I may be OK after all. Looking forward to getting to know you all.

Vanessa

[hope4me]

Welcome Vanessa- sounds like we are in the same boat, needing a new job and depression and thyroid medicine. Are you between jobs or just looking for a better one? I hate looking too and haven't done so as aggressively as I should have. It's hard to try to sell yourself when you have no self-esteem.

I agree Debbie, it's been lonely in here this week. Thanks again for the dog info.

Had lunch with my girlfriend today who has lost 85lbs! Despite the inspiration I've eaten like a maniac today. First day of TOM and cramps. I could swallow a house and not feel a thing.

I am happy for her, but more than happy, I would say relieved for her. Now she doesn't have to deal with as much of the crap that comes with being overweight. She still wants to lose about 25 lbs more, but how great to be that close.

[Leenie]

Hi Ladies,

Boy its been a hairy week, and now that the lady I am replacing is gone, its gonna get even more hairy. I miss coming in here soo much.

Vanessa, we're glad your here I don't know anyone that likes job hunting either, but I'm gonna wish you good luck nonetheless.

Hope, TOM hit me last night as well, and that was after a week of fighting a stomach virus. I hear ya on swallowing a house and maybe a 2 car garage as well How's your doggy feeling?

Buddly, good to see ya. I don't know how people do it all meaning having a family (more than 1 kid), home, job, etc AND socializing, entertaining, hobbies, reading uhhhhh etc... I know one thing, I can't do it all. I have 1 DD, my home which is soooo cluttered, my job (I get up at 5 am and home at 6 PM) but one thing I don't do is socialize....I might do a little bit of stuff locally but thats about it...depression and panic attacks keep me away from all that stuff. Your not alone my friend, trust me. We just do as much as we can... thats all. If I find myself compairing myself to others it just gets me even more depressed so I try not to, I try to say to myself...."I'm me, your you and thats that"...ya know what I mean Hope DD does well on her interview.

Debbie whats up with you girlie? ya having a good weekend?

Well kiddies I have to run, DD is yelling at me that I don't play w/her enuf LOLOL I need to be cloned

Have a wonderful night.

[rubberlegs]

Leenie - I'm looking for a better one. Knowing that I can take it or leave it makes for a much less stressful situation. Plus, I already know someone that works at one place, so I already have an in.

[Sassy_Chick]

Hi all.

Vanessa! Do you happen to live close to Cincinnati, OH? If so I know our co. is hiring! lol. Good Luck w/ the job hunt!

It was a beautiful here too. Got up to 71, Mon & Tues it is supposed to get up to 80! We are gonna take MIL to see the Titanic Artifacts on Tues. Probably take her out to eat too.

I found a new . Its a Grilled Chicken Mango Salad w/ Lime Dressing...........Mmmmmmm

I hope you all are having a wonderful weekend!

[Stepping Out]

I'm still here...feeling a bit disappointed . Matt called this afternoon; he's o.k., but he can't come home because the fires have gotten closer and US 1 is closed for 16 miles between the county line and where he's located . He's still working hard..feeding a lot of hungry firefighters . I don't think we'll be able to visit him between the road closures and the visibility. We've had smoke and ash here most of the day...and we're 50 miles from where the fires are burning!

Leenie: I'm sorry your under so much stress ; I know that you'll do fine in your new position!

Hope: I'm sorry to hear about your dog. I remember years ago when my old (12) dog couldn't get up the back steps. I had to come down and carry her in the house. As it turned out, it was arthritis in her hips. The doctor told us to give her an asprin, and she was fine. I hope the vet will have good news for you!

Buddly: I'm glad to hear you're having a good day. It's so nice when Spring finally shows up! Enjoy your great weather!

Sassy: I'm glad you're feeling better. Your chicken salad sounds delish Is it from a restaurant..or could you post the receipe here?

Vanessa: I know you'll enjoy being part of this group!

Debbie, Cathy, Heather, Liz, CIN; and anyone else I might have missed:

[debbieduzLAWL]

sassy,your fonts say it all I am glad your are doing well.

Have any of you looked into going back to school,I know here in canada through unemplyment they have programs for retraining.I was in that boat several years ago.I went back to school for a year and now have a good job at one of the best hospitals in my province.I thought as an adult it would be hard to do but I loved it. Funny thing my anxiety attacks didnt start until after school and getting the new job.
homebound :take care and stay safe
Vanessa welcome
leenie: I am still hangin' in havin a good weekend
everyone else

[Sassy_Chick]

Hey Everybody!



The Chicken Mango Salad is from Qdoba Here is a description of it from their website:

"Qdoba Mexican Grill Goes Tropical; Introduces Chicken Mango Salad

When the heat is on, Qdoba Mexican Grill knows customers search for lighter fare, and the Chicken Mango Salad will hit the spot. It recently was introduced into select locations in Colorado and Florida as a test item for the growing franchise.

The new item blends Qdoba’s tropical mango salsa with a tangy lime vinaigrette dressing over shredded romaine lettuce and their signature adobo chicken. The salad is presented in a crispy tortilla bowl served with cheese and sour cream. The menu item, like all of Qdoba’s options, are not pre-made and can be customized to fit any guests liking. The tropical mango salsa is made in the restaurant and customers can request to have their Chicken Mango Salad naked, without the bowl. The price of the Chicken Mango Salad is $ 5.99 in most locations..............."

All the flavors just go so well together! The lime vinagrette dressing is awesome! And as it says you can customize it however you want it, they make it right there in front of you, just like Subway, only this is SouthWest/Mexican.

Hoping your all having a wonderful Sunday!