Hi Ladies!

I hope everybody is keeping cool today? We went out and about today, yup out in the heat! lol. I think we must have lost about 20 pounds today just SWEATING!

We went out looking at cars. We have decided to buy a new car. Our poor truck has over 230,000 miles and we keep "band-aiding" problems and its just time. So we think we found the car we like, but we are going to keep looking, to be sure. We like the Kia Optima. This car has it all! Leather seats, heated mirrors & seats, sun/moon roof, and the coolest thing I loved was the trunk in itself it HUGE but you pull this release and the seats automatically go down!

So we shall see. We're going to ask my step-uncle if he wants to buy our truck from us for the price the dealership is offering us, (our truck was my step-dad's who passed away in 03 from Cancer, we inherited it) so we'd like to "keep it in the family" and my step-uncle is a mechanic so he could fiddle with it and fix it up for a "work" truck or what not. But mostly we wanna offer it to him being it was his brothers and last time he worked on it for us, it meant a whole lot to him.

Anyways...................we walked a lot..................AND we weren't that hungry today! Infact we only ate 1/2 or even that of our meals! AND we still are not that hungry! Just very, very thirsty!

OH and we actually went and picked up my medicines. I've been bad and haven't been taking my diabetic medication. So I have it now and plan on being a "good girl"

I went to the dr. to get my blood drawn yesterday for my A1C test (checks my blood sugar) and I go in on Friday for the results.

Oh I dont think I've mentioned it here, but I've been having "Work issues" and those got "worked out", thanks to our co-worker/friend. So that is one last thing to stress over! lol.

BTW feel free to call me "Lady" if you want. That is what most of the 3fc ladies call me.

But I'm thinking about "coming out" so to speak and just letting my identity known since I like this forum so much! *I'm even trying the "paid" version for this week too, since I'm *Broke* right now, but I can afford $1!*

So lemme ask, can I change my ID or do I have to create a whole "New" one?

Jane - Glad that you "got her done" and Good Job on the Food. Take care of your knee! My hub has knee probs so I can sympathize! Glad your knee is feeling better! *seen your latest post*

suetalks - I'm w/ you. Where as I love a clean house, I like to be relaxed too. Good Luck w/ your house! Sounds like a good dinner!

da fat n da furious - Thanks for the Welcome! UGH! I know what ya mean. I just got over my cold! Not fun! Hope you feel better!

Marti - Sorry you didn't sleep well and have a headache and I understand about saving up your PTO time! lol. I am "trying" to do that now. Thanks for the Welcome!

Cafe Ole - I hear ya on the procrastination on house cleaning! I just need to basically "tidy" up but just been busy! I figure it will get done eventually! lol.

michellerp - hope your rest helps your headache!

I hope you all have Wonderful Night!

Michelle - yes I definately like the ad-free! Thanks I will see what I can do about my name!

Just thought I would say hi! Jane welcomed me when I first introduced myself to come over to your community, so here I am.

I think I need to figure out if there are journals that you can post in...I think someone said something about it, but I've not figured it out yet. I'm still trying to get my bearings here since this is a little different than what I was used to.

I'm wrapping my day up....my Grandma is up visiting from Florida and we all had dinner at my brother's and they decided to "surprise" me and celebrate my birthday...one week early!!! I've already decided if I must celebrate...it will be the last one. I'm alittle melancholy about turning 39 this year!! Where has time gone? It doesn't seem possible.

Well, I just wanted to say hi and I look forwarding in getting to know everyone better. I will post a little bio later.

Hi Laura!

I'm happy you came to join us! I've enjoyed talking with you! And as most of you ladies can see, I have "came out" of hiding and my name is Shel.

I don't think I can change my ID, but I managed to change my signature so everybody knows who I am now!

I also noticed I am now a Senior Member?! Is that after so many posts? I'm about at 300 now! lol.

Anyways, Thanks for all the support Ladies!

Hey Shel, That was easy wasn't it? I bought a suv a year and half ago and let me tell you I can't explain the relief I have in not worrying about my vehicle breaking down anymore. But I have to admit Ive been looking at other vehicles again. Wanna test drive a FJ Cruiser. What are you talking about $1. add? Ive never paid for anything on here?

Laura, welcome to our lil group.

Michelle I think we have all gone to Walmart today,,,had to run in for TP and Nyquil...(Monte went to Mac's = 7/11 convience store) to get milk and nyquil,,,he came home with milk and nitol...poor dear did try. So now I have my drugs,,,and plan to sleep good tonight,,,since I have my first of 3 job interviews tomorrow. Do you have any idea of what triggers your headaches/migrains? Have you had allergy testing? Brandon used to get them bad,,,but after his testing we had him off of PB, sandwich meats, cheese, and any other msg food. And of course red wine,,but we well didn't give him wine at that age...or well even now that he is of age we don't give him wine...lol

Jane,,,I walked by the photo shop at Walmart and was thinking too bad we are so far away,,,I could easily slip in get your pics for you...lol Going to have to check out Crate and Barrel....

Marti,,,me and you girl..tossing and turning all night,,,but you didn't hack and sniff....

Robin,,,I want one of those! So where would I get books from? I know you would down load but how? and Where?

Sue, so where they impressed? With your Dr. appointment do you have to go every so often? Ive got one friend of a friend who has to go ever 6 months to a year.

Today was a long and harsh day...the dayquil wore off wayyy too soon. But I should be good to go tomorrow,,,got drugs for both night and day. I got another call yesterday for a interview which is tomorrow. And i still have to call back one other place to let them know which day is good for an interview...plus my Thursday morning is booked all morning with an interview.

So tomorrow I am wearing brown pants, with closed toed shoes. And a short sleeved flower pastel brown and blue top with a blue cardigan. or should I have a brown cardigan? Was going with pants cause of the shoe thing...think it looks more professional with closed toe. My hair is a mess,,,Ill just straighten and fluff up.
well need to get to bed....first need to do my walk of shame to the PS section..
night

I'm back for a few minutes...

Shel - thank you so much for sharing your name with us! I'll see what I can do about changing your account so you won't have to start over. I don't have the power to do it, but just hold on, ok?

Laura - I was so glad to log on and see you here. I hope you'll feel comfortable with us. Yay for the birthday party. I do love parties. I've been to and from FL 3 times this year. Our DD did an internship at Walt Disney World from January to May 10, so we were there to take her, then for her birthday, and lastly, to bring her home. What part of FL does your grandma live in?

Angie - Monte getting Nitol instead of Nyquil reminded me of Neal buying Cool Whip instead of Miracle Whip one time. I needed it to finish some potato salad I was making. Men! Good luck at the interview tomorrow(and Thurs). Your outfit sounds nice, and either cardigan would work. With your coloring, maybe the blue would be best, but you can't go wrong with either. Wear whichever seems right at the time. Break a leg!

I had fun with Madison today. She is so sweet! Sister Mary Lou came over to test out my Gazelle to see if it would hurt her back. It didn't, so she's planning to buy one now. Wonder if I could get some commission on that, lol.

Better scoot off to bed. Have a good one, ladies.

Hi Michelle - we were writing at the same time. Thanks for your kind words about the group. We feel the same way about you, sweetie.

Michelle, believe me I know how you felt with the hystro. Mine was just a short 3 months ago. Try and get yourself tested...you never know...your migrains could be reduced by elminating something in your diet. And the weather,,,well we live close to the mountains and barometric pressure is not our friend. We do get some fantastic chinooks but at the price of a migrain? Not worth it.
Stress does play a big factor in migrains...

Hi gals!
Just poppin' in before I go to bed. This day has tuckered me out!

Sue--James & I have been watching FoodNetwork channel...lots of grillin' going on! We're wanting to grill soon, but haven't had time. I may just grill for one if he's out of town this weekend.

Jane--I have been thinking of San Fran. Can't wait! Actually, even if we didn't go, I'm looking forward to a week off work! Someone is getting married on Dec. 23rd? Wow....I always thought that the holidays should be left at that...the holidays. Never get married on one. I got married the first time on 2/14.....and so did my little brother. Both of us are no longer w/that person.........(is it a curse??)

Shel--Boy...that is a lot of miles on your truck! I love the "bandaiding" phrase! The car you were discribing sounds like a great car. Seats that disappear! Fantastic. Keep us updated on what you end up getting.

Michelle--Hope your headache didn't turn into a migraine. Mine is just TOM induced. Will go away eventually. Right now it's just hanging there....weak but there. I can survive that.

Laura--Hi and Welcome to the JL's. Happy Early Birthday to you!! How nice it must be to have your grandma there for the occasion.

Angie--So you had the sniffles while trying to sleep?? I had the cramps from ****. Then when they would subside the headache would just pound. Nothing worked. I'm feeling really good at the moment compared to how I was.....so I should probably hop into bed now while I can!

Speaking of allergies......We have a lot of patients who get tested for different types of allergies. And for anyone who is wanting to get tested for specific things and you want to get tested for eggs......you had to be VERY specific on that. Do you want egg YOLK, egg WHITE, or WHOLE egg. Crazy isn't it? That's the test that I keep calling the client back for verification.

Ok....I really need to head off to bed.

Take care everyone!

Hey Gals -- Yes it feels good to be able to "be myself" and thanks Jane for the help, I appreciate it.

Marti -- yes lots of miles.........and lol, well that is basically what we've been doing with the truck, "Oh you got a boo-boo? here's a band-aid" lmaoooooooo. I just fell in love with that car, didn't fall "in love" with it until I drove it, then I was like WOW! Mind you our "everyday, hey its paid for and its cheap on gas get us to work and back" little car we drove into the car dealership with, after driving the new car, was like going from going from icky tap water to Champange! lol.

Morning All! I timed myself out reading all the posts LOL

Marti... How is your headache? When you hit San Fran are you going to the Chocolate Factory? I know that is a horrible thing to ask on this site - but I have never been there & was curious about it.

Jane... That's right I agree, the kids are only kids for so long and I would rather be out playing with them than inside cleaning anyday! I saw a sign at a craft show that said: My house was clean yesterday, sorry you missed it. That is so ME! I should have bought it!

Hi to Julie, Mary Kate, Flady, Kim & Alex!

Lady... 230K miles! Holy Cow! I have a Chevy Duramax and I love it! Have you tried duct tape? My gf has a 1981 van she used duct tape on to keep it together. Mind you she is so nuts she also sprays it with spray paint to make it look better LOL (I am serious!)

Hmmm I have Norton Internet Security and it has a free popup blocker so I don't get any popups at all - what a blessing!

WELCOME LAURA & Happy Birthday!

Michelle... I went to Walmart too! I get my coffee way cheaper there and my eye drops

Angie... I use http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/hom...seBVCookie=Yes or you can also use http://www.audiobookworld.net/
I have also used the ebooks at our library -- they are free

I am sorry if I missed anyone. I am so ready to get out of here & head out for camping on Friday! Weather is yucky today -- of course the kids have their picnics today! But supposed to be a gorgeous weekend!

Have a wonderful morning all!

I have been cleaning up my computer and finally got Yahoo messenger downloaded again. I don't know how often I will use it, but I had it to talk to my DD before she got AOL. Don't know if I will be online when anyone else is but if so IM me.

"suetalks"