Good Morning everyone, just starting us up this moring as I head out the door to take the wee one to school and myself to Orillia for the biweekly grocery shop. Talk to you later!

We are in the middle of another snowstorm so my day's driving plans need to be re-arranged! I was supposed to go to a friend's mother's funeral in Kingston but there is now way I'm tackling that mess out there! I will call the family later today with my regrets - I'm sure they will understand.

Spent most of yesterday either lying down or sitting on the can! I've no idea about the cause of the problem unless it was the remains of my cold. Anyhow, I'm back on a 3 week stint of echinacea to build up my resistance. I think it really works. Does any otherChick use it?

Don't forget to post on the 40 day challenge if you are "in" . I did not set a goal weight for the end of the 40 days because then I dump all over myself for not meeting it. I just want to weigh less because this weight thing obsession is getting out of hand. The scale is back in the bathroom after a month away - I actually gained when I didn't weigh so I obviously need it.

Whoops! Harry tells me we are out of dog food. I will make them an oatmeal breakfast, I guess. Spoiled rotten doggage. Harry will want one too but I'll make his without beef stock!

Back later because I'm sure going to be stuck at home today!

Grrrrrrr! I'm fed up with winter! I wanna be in Nanaimo where the temp is 9C instead of -4C! LindaBC, beam me up!

Good Morning.

Ruth I hope you feel better soon, and sorry about the "new" snow.

Pooky enjoy your grocery trip! I know that sounds strange to say, but I enjoy grocery shopping. What can I say, I'm a bored housewife.........I like to see how much food I can get for the lowest price. I had so much off a trip one time at Kroger that the checker called the manager over and he gave me a pat on the back!

Not sure what I'm doing today. Hope you all have good days!

Debbie

* * * SNOW DAY!!! * * *

HIP HIP HOORAY!

We have had a steady snowfall all winter, but no snow days. So finally in March we get our first Snow Day. Dh is home with the boys today and I imagine that they will head to the ski slopes.

On a sadder note...Last week I went to the funeral for the stepson of Darren's 2nd grade teacher. This was a very sad and difficult funeral. First, I never knew her husband had a son from a previous relationship. Darren’s teacher, Kelly, and her husband Tom have become very good “bleacher friends.” I really like these people. Kelly was Don’s second grade teacher also. I often watched her children after school as they play soccer or sled in my back yard while she finishes up for the day. Kelly was the one who got me started doing the end of school picnics for the classrooms in my backyard. Her son, Ryan is Don’s age and they have been on several soccer teams together, so we have grown closer sharing bleacher space on the weekends. Tom’s son, Brandon, sounded like a very special young man. I never knew of him before his passing, but I learned of what an inspiring person he was through the very special celebration of his life. He was 22 and a Michigan State graduate in Math, and was currently working on his masters. He was a deans list student that had a great career in teaching ahead of him. He was killed in a car accident on his way back to school, when he lost control of his car on icy roads. The large church was packed with friends and family. I was glad to be there for Kelly and Tom. I was very glad to see my boys that evening, gave them both big hugs.

You never seem to get to know enough about someone just by sitting next to them at a sporting event or by being casual friends. I enjoy their company in the stands and I love being in Kelly’s classroom. I often wish I had the time to be everyone’s best friend so that I could experience so much more about the lives of my friends.

So all you dear friends in the snow areas be extra careful on the roads.

Good morning all!
Well, I'm up 3 1/2 pounds this morning! What the heck is up with that? Of course it happens on the first day of the weigh in, too. Hopefully it's water weight.

Ruth, so sorry that you're not feeling well. Sorry about the snow, too. It's rainy here, but about 55 degrees already this morning. The robins are everywhere, and very fat. They had a good winter somewhere.

Have fun shopping, Pooky! Debkay, I love bargain shopping, too! Coupons are my friends. Somedays, the cashiers just roll their eyes when I hand them my stack of coupons. hehehe!

Have a great day everyone! Don't forget Leens' Lenten challenge--it starts today! No more eating after 8 for me. hmmm, there was something else, too, but I've forgotten what.

Annette

HAPPY ASH WEDNESDAY

Oops, DonDar, you slipped in! Good morning. I'm sorry to hear about your friends' son. What a sad thing to happen. Every parent's worst nightmare.

Good Morning all!

Jenny--what a sad story! You just never know, do you? Any one of us could slip and fall, or something-we have to be thankful for the time we have!

Ruth--I hate to say this ........I am jealous that the doggage is getting oatmeal!! I LOOOOVEE oatmeal, and REALLY miss it!

Anette--Morning!! I am still deciding what to give up--eating after 8 is a good one!

I suck at grocery shopping-I never find a deal and ALWAYS spend way to much! Just ask my husband--he does not understand how I can spend 100.00 at the store and not have anything to show for it--that's life I guess!!

Wake up sleepyhead TAZ--and good morning to all yet to come!!

mis

Good Morning Ladies

Ruth, oatmeal with beef stock.......Ive never heard this!! I used to give my Benson burger with rice mixed in. Poor bugger used to flood my floor salivating when I cooked it for him. Im sure he would have loved the oatmeal too!!

Started my wednesday weigh in.....I really need to behave myself now. (as if I didnt before) I havent been weighing myself every week since before christmas. I suppose its time again, to get back on track and make myself accountable. Started posting my menus again, and in fitday, which I havent been doing either.

I start belly dancing classes tonight!!! Hubby is thrilled he was the one that told me to take the offer and go. So.....here I go. Should be fun!

I hope everyone has a great day
Robin

Poor Ruth. I had the same thing Monday nite thru last night. It's a heck of a diet. I lost 3 pound in 24 hours. Needless to say I'm behind on reading posts now. I did a quick check in yesterday between trips to the bathroom, but I'm sure I've missed things.

Deb - I love to grocery shop. DH calls me Queen of Bargin Shoppers. At winn-dixie they tell you haw much you've saved and it's always much more than what I spent. Example: last night I went to get some essentials, spent $15, saved $27.

Jenny - I'm sorry to hear about your friends loss, it's always so sad to lose someone so young.

Robin - I took a belly dancing class once, it was a hoot.

Good afternoon,
Rainy, foggy typical Halifax day here. We had a bit of snow last night but it has all washed away--except for the three feet we had before!
Jenny there is nothing sadder than a funeral for a child. When I worked with children having special needs I went to several funerals for small children who lost their battles. It was heart wrenching and makes me appreciate every minute I have with Jacob- even when he decided to colour Mommy's carpet this morning!
Ruth I have not had that problem on this diet although there are days I wish I did. I think I need a bowl of oatmeal every few days!

Debbie I am with you on loving to grocery shop. There is no better high than coming home with a car full of groceries that you got great bargains on. It is my time when I get to go out of the house, usually child free. I am the lady stuffing her purse with extra coupons for when something comes on sale. Hubby wont go with me for this reason. He enjoys the store bought treats he wouldn't get otherwise though!
Annette, I am up 5 pounds since last Friday and I know it is water weight! I am on my third litre of water today. I swore I wouldn't weigh myself this month and I put the scale away until the end of the 40 days. Measuring is my way!

Had a call last night about a ten month old little girl who is going to be put up for adoption. She has what is termed global delay which basically means there is no definite reason why she is not developing at a typical rate. She has been between foster homes and her mother's home for the last 6 months. My heart tells me that if I take her in as a foster child I will never be able to send her back. We had planned to adopt before finally having Jacob after years of trying. My heart breaks to think of a little one in need of a family yet I don't think I have it in me to spend countless hours at the hospital way from Jacob.
I have too much time to think since I still have no voice!
Hope everyone is enjoying their Wednesday
Tammy

If today is an example of life without caffeine--then count me out!! Dreadful day--Queenie-butt home with bad cough-ended up taking her to the Dr. was late getting to dance with ODD's stuff, had to get prescriptions filled and stop at the library, then of course there is no food here so I ate like a half a JAR of peanuts today and stopped at Wendy's for supper--bacon smokehouse cheeseburger anyone?? I'll glady take the leaded coffee and the real diet pepsi if this is any indication as to how I am gonna eat, and feel without caffeine--talk about a headache!!!!

see ya!

Miss

HI girls - Jenny so sorry for the loss of your friends child. very sad.....I cannot imagine their grief.

Crazy day here as usual, every day I think today will be slow, ha never, and of course DH is in his usual place flat on the couch watching TV - he is like a big whale laying there - I am so mean but I could use some help once in while and lately he is sorely lacking in that department...Sue I am with you - ready to chuck it. Hope everyone has a better day tommorrow!!!!

had a slightly better day today but still fed up with every thing and every one!!!

diet was suposed to start today but it was a slight bit better that is all. hope to be back Op tomorow!!!