Annie - WOOOOOHOOOOO - so happy to hear about the job. I think this is the one for you. Can't wait to hear more about it.

Angie - I love my structure/routine. Even the weekend throws me at times. I'm off now until Monday and trying to formulate a plan.

The patio is finished I'm excited (and a bit proud) to say. It was more work than I originally thought but I do know that I personally did at least 70% of the work. DH and his son helped at different times throughout the process but you're right I'm tooting my own horn - never would I have thought I could accomplish this. I really enjoyed working with the stone - I figure I have moved each stone at least 5 times - there were 2600+ lbs of stone - can you see my muscles?

We're getting ready for our annual July 4th pool party - this year there will be two - one on Friday will be a general open house for all ages and Saturday will be about a dozen close friends - all adults. I'm looking forward to both followed by a nice quiet day of R&R on Sunday. First though I need to address my not sleeping issue - may be time for some Tylenol PM.

Hugs to all,
Carol

Hi everyone,

I'm still here, just mostly in lurker mode. I'm still playing with the same 5 lbs. I'm not feeling well--I have a low level migraine that is probably PMS related. Hopefully the sickness will pass quickly and I can enjoy some days off from work. I'm heading north to visit some state parks before it's too late and the state closes them due to the financial crisis.

I didn't get the job I was interviewing for. The hiring manager said there was a reorganization and the position has been canceled. Meanwhile my employer just took a big hit and the company is on extremely shaky ground.

I really need a break.

Annie, huge congratulations on your job. You deserve it and more.

It is so nice to have a place where women have expierenced the same things. I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and IR...It is frustrating to lose weight but now my dr says she will not help me with a fertility drug to have a baby until I get the weight under control...Does anyone have any suggestions on what worked for them?

Good Morning all,

The past two days have been so rough for me. I think because I was sick and was just weak. I did manage over an hour of cardio yesterday evening and finally posted my June minute total on the June thread. I am feeling more energetic this morning and decided to eat a bowl of sugar free oatmeal with some protein powder in it. It sure fills me up and lasts for such a long time. I slacked off on taking my vitamins for about 3 weeks, shame on me. That is so important and necessary after you have wls.

Angie: I have never been to the baloon festival but I have seen photos of it. They are amazing and so beautiful. I hope you have a better day today. Maybe go out of the house and window shop at a mall for some waking exercise.

Sharon: Have fun at your parents. Congrats to you on your anniversary too.

Anne: Happy Canada day! Is it like the 4th of July in America?

Carol: I'm so happy and proud of you for all of the work you did. You must feel so proud and I bet Ed is even prouder! I hope your parties are a huge success my friend and you enjoy yourself tons.

Jacquie: I heard that a very good emotional type book for over eaters is one called, "Body Clutter". I haven't read it so no recommendation from me I have just heard it is good.

Beth: I love your avatar photo. It is very modelesque! Pretty, pretty! I'm very proud of you for sticking to plan. Way to go.

Shay: Welcome! I have never been diagnosed with PCOS but I think that I did suffer from it. I just didn't go to the Gyno Dr. for over 10 years. I'm glad that your Dr. is helping you and you seem happy with what he/she is suggesting. Good luck hon.

Well, I think I am pretty well caught up. Thank you so much to everyone, Toni you too, for congratulating me on the job.

Battle sweetie: I'm sorry that you didn't get the job. I'm sure there will be another one. They are crazy but sometimes when they do that type thing another opening happens. Hugs. That is so sad that some of the state parks may be closing. I was born in CA and have been to pretty much all of the state parks there and it just makes me so sad. I hope you enjoy yourself.

Blessings all,
Annie

Pretty much, but in a lower-key Canadian way. Although I do know some people who have big barbecues, etc. We just never have. I was trying not to be judgemental the other day in line at the grocery store. The woman was buying (approx):

9 dozen hot dogs
9 dozen white buns
At least 12 x 2 litre bottles of root beer
A number of boxes of cake mix
canned frosting

No lettuce, no fruit, etc.

Although, to be fair, perhaps that was her addition for the party.

Annie-Do you suppose either of us will ever get over not understanding why someone would want us to work with them, or value us? We spent so many years of our lives de-valuing ourselves, that we still are baffled when people gush over us. You are going to be great in your new job.

My book has been on Amazon about a month, and it's sold out twice. Someone must be using it for firewood or something. The new therapy is very hard. On Monday I had to describe the attack three times in a row, on tape, and I have to listen to it again every day for the next week. It is supposed to make it so familiar that it is no longer scary enough to cause flashbacks, or something like that. It's such an intense therapy that you can't do it if you have ever thought about suicide. I can't imagine trying to do it during the school year.

Anne - I think that was me in line - oh no I had 12 dozen hot dogs and buns and no soda.

Oops! I admit, I'm not a huge hot dog fan. And I never feed children who might not eat other items. Seriously... 12 dozen?

Unfortunately - 12 dozen is true - but they are turkey dogs. This year with the 4th being on Saturday we are hosting pool parties Friday and Saturday - Friday lots of kids.

I lost a battle this afternoon with the peanut butter jar. It is now in the trash. Not a great way to start a new month. But I did start with 45 minutes of exercise.

Hiya my Peeps,

Annie, you rock!!! I can see them clammoring to get you, even if you don't see it. I'm so proud of you and your impending new job.

GGG, yay for exercise. I'll forgive you for the peanut butter if you forgive my evening snack-a-thons. hehe. Yay for pool parties!!! Hugs to your doggies.

Glad your biz is doing well Kaylee!

I ate a salad tonight *gasp* (for those who don't know, I hate veggies).

This has actually been a good week regarding emo-eating. Therapy must be working a little.

Hugs to all! (and my lurkers)

Ratkity

But see, you said turkey dogs. See, you're trying for better options. The ones here were just the standard old hot dogs.

I've still found that there are certain things I can't keep in the house. Maybe that will change, maybe it won't. I've got a while to figure that out in the end. Tomorrow will be a better day.

Hi all,

Today was a better day, stayed within calories, got my steps in as well as my activity minutes. Tomorrow I will be packing up stuff for our camping trip, so I think I have plenty to do tomorrow. Yay.

Carol - I am a peanut butter fan as well.

Talk to you all later,
Angie

ok BAD DAY!!!

I was feeling great today until about 3 pm..then I notice that is when I start to get the "sad" feelings. It is so friggin weird! I really gotta figure that out!

DINNER 2 night bad bad choice. We have not had fast food for dinner in a long time..hubby was next door helping the neighbor with his jeep..no dinner ready. I got home late because I am not carpooling for a week since my friend is out of town. So he comes home late and says what do you want me to go get to eat. I SHOULD HAVE AGREEDED WITH MY OLDER SON FOR SUBWAY! But oh no I wasnted greasy! We had Mcdonalds..and let me tell you as I sit here typing I am paying for it! My stomach already hurts!!

WHY WHY WHY...do I do this to myself! I know that food MAY taste good on my lips..but I will pay for it later!

Here's to learning!