Yes, Cheryl fish is meat.

Sorry to hear about the extra work Ledom. Your girlfriend's garden sounds lovely. What I liked when I was in Ca. was all the lilacs in bloom, I have some here but poor things they have to struggle because of the damp. Roses in my yard struggle too...hmmm, come to think of it a lot of things are struggling except the dandelions...they thrive.

How is Atkins going Alice?

Not much happening here, just having a lazzy day. Got my nails done but not much else.

Have a nice Sunday.

We had a really nice Sat., and so far today is just beautiful. It's supposed to cloud over later on and we're supposed to have showers up until Wed.

judi, I haven't got the Atkins book yet, but soon, I hope. From what I've read about it, this book is more about *controlling* carbs rather than very low carbs. I would think you could do Atkins with fish, eggs, cheese, & veggies, but you wouldn't have much of a variety. That's good news that your DH will be working from home. Whenever DH doesn't have much work, he'll do the dishes too, but it seems he only volunteers when we only have a few dishes. But, when I use a lot of pots and pans, it's MY turn. HMMMM.....

Cheryl, how is your ankle doing? It's probably better for you to walk rather than run in the heat you are experiencing.

ledom, DH & I were out for a ride yesterday and by one of the rivers I saw quite a few vehicles with kayaks strapped on to them, and a lot of people milling around. I thought of you right away. Have you gone back to your classroom to assess the damage?

Take care and enjoy your Sunday.

Alice, I went in yesterday and planned to start making my lists. My rooms have been gutted and sheetrock ripped out. All of my stuff has been packed up and moved to a storage building. Since it was Sat. I couldn't get to it. Ah, just as well. I have a lot to do this week w/ a camping trip and a party to get ready for so I told everyone I'd come in next week to do it. I mentally need a week away from work and no one seemed to think otherwise so that's the plan.

Our hot, muggy, miserable weather broke last night. This morning it is clear, dry air, and cool. I am spending the day potting all the plants I went out and bought on Friday.

Today I am starting the cycle 2 of BRx. I am happy for the changes it will bring. I am not losing weight yet, not supposed to until the third cycle, but I have to say I feel impatient and hopeful that this plan I have committed to is going to do all I need it to.

Yes, Cheryl I agree about not running on a sore ankle. That happened to me once and it seemed to take forever before I could jog. Walking has great benefits too. I am not sure how these old bones will hold up to this running plan I am going to start. Like you, I will be noticing how it affects me and if I don't like how I feel I'll quit. The last thing I want is an injury. I plan to run on a cinder track to avoid the jarring of pavement even though I have a great place to run just outside my front door.

Ledom, Good luck with your next phase cycle 2. I had better quit being in "denial" if I am going to reach the goal we have planned for Jan. 1 2004. It still can be done if I start now. I

Alice, I might take a look at Atkins too.

That is cute about "when" your DH does the dishes THey do have their ways. I like it when mine makes morning coffee, he is an engineer so he is precise on things, his coffee is ALWAYS great. While I have the more "loosey goosey" approach to things...so since he has been at home coffee has been consistently good.

They have been predicting rain for us but we have had the more glorious sunny weather for the last four days. Can it last???

How is your ankle Cheryl? Better soon, I hope.

Nothing much happening here, just had a nice day.

Our rain came in during the afternoon yesterday. Last night it was pretty wild with thunder storms all around us, nothing hit us though, but Miz Lacee was all upset which didn't make for a good night's sleep.

ledom, good luck with phase 2 of BRx. You really are coming along well with that. It sounds as though you have a busy week planned. At least the party and camping trip will take your mind off of what you have ahead of you. How is Brody doing? Is Beatrice still "mothering" him?

judi, I saw a post on another site about the new Atkins book, and they said the carb count varies in this latest book and you can use up your carb allowance however you wish. I'm not certain if this is a"new and approved" Atkins diet, or just his maintenance plan. Hopefully the book will come today. Along with the book I bought the Atkins Carb Counter book. I haven't been doing so well in the diet dept. myself. That's funny how your DH is so precise. DH is a machinist, and like your DH does everything "just so" and it carries over into everyday life. I am more like you, so that sometimes leads to very interesting arguments and he ends up finishing up projects by himself. He never learns! How are Marley and Esteban? Any stories?

Hey Cheryl, how is the possum coming along? Have you gotten your kitties yet?

Have a good Monday!

Hello there!!

My ankle does feel better, since I've cut out the "jog" part of my "walk/jog" program. So, I guess that for now, I'll just stick with walking 3-miles-day. Maybe by the time the weather is cooler (consistantly) I'll be in shape enough to try the jogging again.

Stewart let the possum go (after it bit him three times ). Can't say that I'm sorry. Yesterday he showed me a rabbit's nest that he found while doing yard work. Talk about cute!!

The lady that I was supposed to get the kittens from gave them all to someone else. I was slightly peeved, because she had already told me I could have them--but what could I do? They were HER kittens. I'll have to look for some more. I shouldn't have trouble finding any, unfortunately unwanted kittens are usually in abundance around here.

Ledom--isn't this weather great? Enjoy your school-free week. DON'T STRESS!!

Judi--I'm sorry, I knew fish was a meat--I was just being a smarty Your diet does sound Atkins-friendly!!

Alice--I feel for you on the stormy weather!! Hope it gets better soon!

Hey girls, judi - it will be an absolute miracle if I make that goal of ours. I'm sticking to my diet but I'm not losing weight. Everyone says have faith, unless you buy into it, it doesn'y work. So, I have bought in and just hope and pray that on June 22 when I hit C3 that the weight loss kicks in. I have upped my protein to 1.25 grams per lbs. of body weight and 45 g. of fiber a day. Yesterday, i was forcing myself to eat. The exercise also kicks up a notch and the old timers say just to wait, my appetite will increase w/ the extra training. I think this diet may cure me of food and when I finish I'll just be relieved not to eat. Doesn't this sound crazy?

Ah, Brody is just the best. He is so cute and sweet. Bea may be getting a little tired of him. I know she enjoys getting away from him sometimes. He plays like a demon and then falls into the deepest sleep. Bea is getting a LOT more exercise these days. If she is tired of him, he doesn't notice. He adores her. He hops on her, chases her, bites her, licks her. He is very friendly to D and I until Bea walks into the room and then it is all about her.

Well, gotta go do that workout now.

It has finally stopped raining and the sun seems to be trying to peek through the clouds.

I started walking again, sans Lacee, now that my back is better Walked 2 miles and counting! Hopefully this will start the scale moving again. I've been sort of stuck in neutral, thankfully, not gaining.

ledom, you'll make the goal, as you are doing so well. I don't know if I will make it, but I'm trying. That is really cute about Brody & Bea. They must be a riot to watch.

judi, I got the Atkins book today, so I'll be doing some reading.

Cheryl, glad that you ankle is doing better. I hope your BF wasn't bitten too badly. The rabbits must be so cute. Sorry about the kitties.

Have a great day everyone.

Cheryl, you had a possum?? I must have missed that somewhere in the post. They do have mean looking teeth. At our other house one liked to live dangerously and walk the very narrow top of the fence, we had two Akitas at the time. Finally one day they brought him to show us in a not very good state (totally dead and I had a good look at their teeth then).

Alice, Marley is very frightened of storms too. He has slept through two minor earthquakes though...even though they say "animals are supposed to sense things", he was oblivious.
Good for you for walking 2 miles! Give me an Atkins sample menu when you start of what you are having.

You are amazing Ledom! All the things you do!!

Dh and I are enjoying these days. Yesterday we went down to the cove, sat out an had breakfast at a patio cafe and watch people catch the ferry to work. I can't remember when he has been more happy.

The cat and the DH are waging war...the cat is determined to sneak outside and the DH is determined to keep him in.

judi, I am so glad dh is happy. Sounds like a great breakfast activity.

I have been planting my flower pots and I am also digging a new bed. Today is my planned kayking trip. I guess it is still on but the weather is looking iffy. I may just put my friend up in the spare room overnight if it seems as if it will be too stormy. I have a lot to do to get all my stuff together.

Brody is sitting in my lap now. He has taken this over from Bea who used to sit in my lap while I was on the computer. He fits a lot better.

As you can tell, I don't have a lot of news today - hope all is well with you guys.

It's still dark and dreary here. Hopefully it will start to clear today. This is getting old pretty fast.

ledom, were you able to go kayaking? Hope you didn't get anymore storms. It's nice having a cat curled up in your lap when you're sitting down. One of our cats used to know whenever I would wrap a present. She'd hear me get the wrapping paper out, come running from wherever she was, hop up on the counter, and lay across the paper. Cats are sooo cute!

judi, what a nice way to start the day, having breakfast at a cafe with your DH. That's wonderful that the both of you are happy. Lacee is usually oblivious too unless I mention the word "cookie" DH & I have to spell it. We definitely will be in trouble if she ever learns how to spell I have skimmed through the Atkins book. There is a story about a person who is a vegetarian that lost weight doing Atkins. I'll read about him and let you know what he ate.

Hi Cheryl, how is the walking going? Are you still walking 3 miles?

Have a good day.

Thanks Alice, I will appreciate that! It might be time to start something new. Marley comes alive at the word "cookie" too, its funny how he understands that but doesn't understand "get off there!" when he is sitting on a white couch that he knows he is NOT supposed to sit on.

Hope the weather gives you a break and you can a good time kayaking, Ledom.

Just sort of on hold here.

Hi Cheryl!

Sigh...I love animals. I love reading y'all's stories about your animals!

Ledom, all I can say to you is that Brody had better enjoy that lap while he can! Pretty soon, you'll be a lot smaller and he'll be bigger and the lap-sitting will have to go--or be a lot less comfortable for one of you!!!!

Alice--glad to hear your weather is doing better! I'm still walking, although I didn't get to Tuesday or yesterday. I plan on getting some strides in today!

Judi--possums are NOT the cutest animals in the world, but I think just about any kind of baby is endearing. Since we let Pete go a week ago, he hasn't been seen by either of us. No way of knowing if he's dead or alive! He was more than ready to go, tho, and to tell the truth, I don't think I'll miss him!

Cheryl

On the bright side...at least it's not raining!

Cheryl, I didn't get out for my walk today, but hopefully tomorrow. By the time I got going this morning, it was time to go grocery shopping. I got my exercise pushing the grocery cart!

judi, as to that man who was a vegetarian that did Atkins, there wasn't much information on what he actually ate. He did say he ate fish, but basically he gave up potatoes, pasta, and starchy vegetables. On another board I occasionally frequent, someone asked that same exact question re: doing Atkins as a vegetarian. Someone wrote back and said that they had given up "white" foods, i.e. white rice, white potatoes, white pasta, etc. This person also added that without protein you are constantly hungry. She also advised possibly increasing legumes and peanut butter to make up for the lack of animal protein. Do you think you'd still like to do this? I think I'll give this a try because I was eating way too many carbs on WW. On this plan, the least amount of NET CARBS is 45g. and the most is 100g. NET CARBS are determined by subtracting the fiber from the grams of carbohydrates on the nutrition labels.

ledom, if you were able to go on your kayaking trip, I hope you had a great time. How are things coming along in your classroom?

Hope you all are having a good day.

I did get to go kayaking. We were so lucky, there was about a 36 hr. break in the weather and we happened to get there to enjoy it. Got to the lake about 6 on Wed. night., time to set up camp and paddle a couple hours in the full moon light. Nothing sweeter, the water was as calm as bath water. It was foggy yesterday morning but we went out anyway (actually I love paddling in the fog), we just hugged the shoreline so the fisherman wouldn't run into us. It was a lovely day, the fog didn't burn off for the longest time. We got back to camp about 2 and went our seperate ways. I stayed a little after my friend left and just watched the fish breaking and the birds. It felt like I was finally on summer break.

Alice, my paddling buddy has been doing Atkins for a month or so and had already lost 14 lbs. She looked great. Not many carbs in the diet as she described it. She was really happy with it though. I am so ready to lose and and am so not losing yet.

Cheryl, I like the way you're thinking. I want a smaller lap. Brody is just busy, busy, busy, this morning - attacking everything in sight.

D did a great job of cleaning house while I was away. Gotta love that! I just need to mop, clean bathrooms, and shop for the party today and I'll be in good shape tomorrow.

Take care - have a great day. You know, think I'll start a new thread as then one is getting LONG.