I'm sitting here at the computer after having presented a very gooey very chocolate cake with ice cream to my now 11 year old son Andrew. We sang H.B., I gave him a hug, watched him and Jon eat a bite each, then RAN from the table. I wish I had the ability to sit there smiling and watch, but retreat is the only offense in this case. I hope the motherhood gods will forgive me.

Deb-I've glued today's MM post over the numbers on my scale and over my MOUTH! Not really, but it would be a good idea.

Viv-Hang in there with your father- sounds tough. My mother was an only child and living in Europe for 5 years when my grandmother started going rapidly downhill. I "inherited" her for several years. Luckily not long distance, she moved in with me. I think it was probably easier being a generation removed, tho. My thoughts are with you. It's so hard- no matter what you want, you're damned if you do and damned if you don't.

TV-I'm NOT a medical person, but I would sure go get a second opinion. Even if waiting 4-6 months is what is recommended, I'd want another smear done asap to keep from going crazy. And your week certainly sounds worth whining about, but congrats on the loss!

Rhoo-Your life sounds like mine a few years ago! Luckily my oldest is now at college, so she's responsible for getting herself to practice and games. I told her from the day she could understand: she would not be getting a car when she turned 16 like all her friends, but you know what? When she got her license I celebrated more than she did, and a safe old car appeared in the driveway which I told her was a present to ME not her.

Kim- Hope you are healing happily and resting.

Solshine- The job market here is looking a little livlier, maybe you'll find something this week. I've about given up on getting back into the computer field without going and taking some courses- there don't seem to be jobs for mainframe programmers or dba's anymore. I feel like a dinosaur!

Wecome BUSDEB! Glad to have you aboard.

Congrats to the losers and close to goalers and smaller size clothes folks!

They must be done stuffing their faces by now-

Mel

Hi all,

Sorry I haven't posted today. We've been in Alexandria, LA all day. I did pretty good with my WOE today considering my dh wanted to eat pizza and CiCis. I got a huge salad and I ate the meat off of the pizza hope I didn't stall the weight lose to bad. This is the first time I've eaten pizza or cheated in a month. Glad to see everyone is doing great. That virus is going around here to. I hope it skips me. My husband is a dispatcher for ASCO. That means he makes sure everyone that goes to the dock gets to their rigs and if they need parts for the offshore rigs they call him and he gets them to them. Now that the weather has turned off so cool I am going to start my walking when my hubby goes back to work Thursday morning. So then the weight will really come off. . All in all this has been a great weekend.

Well I better get off here and get my 3 yr old ready for bed, She loves school, we put her in a christian academy and its really helped her.

Hope everyone has a great day!

Sorry I can't remember everyones name yet, I will learn them hopefully soon.

I wanted to say hello to everyone here. I post over at the SB! website also. I put my bio up on the board. I can hardly wait until I weigh in this week! I peeked this AM and I was down another pound.

I am so AMPED!

The biggest plus is that I feel so wonderful!I sure hope *that* continues. So wonderful to be sleeping so well and rising early.

Gotta run,got a whiney baby hanging on me LOL.

Bye!

Hi everybody - just wanted to let you know that I too found the site okay tonight. Been busy, so no time to post. Hate these busy days, but I'm having a lot of them.
Hope everyone survived the weekend and Monday.
Will try to get on more later this week.
Linda

Hi everyone

It's been a dull, wet day here to-day, raining on and off all day. I went out to badminton this afternoon. Only had time for one game. I planned on getting there on time to-day as I had to leave early to babysit but sat at the computer reading posts and before I new it, it was 1 o'clock, the time I should have been there. Anyway one game was better than nothing. I'll have to make up for it on Wednesday. My dil dropped off my 5 year old gs and then we picked up his sister from school. When we got home he decided he wanted some scambled eggs but he wanted to cook them himself. Which he did with a little supervision. Too bad I couldn't get him to do the dishes after.

Deb - I don't quite know how to answer your question of the week as none quite apply to my situation. At the moment I am not doing any journalling (is that a word?) but I do it periodically. I have done it on several occasions since starting SB and when I do then I will do it daily for several weeks. Is Eli back in your good books yet? That was a good Motivational piece you posted to-day. I am certainly not one with a lot of patience. When I want something I want it NOW. Sorry to hear you are up a pound to-day but you are STILL BELOW GOAL WEIGHT. I think we just have to find a way to keep you off that scale every day - or is it more than once a day. The only time I will get on the scale is first thing in the morning. I know if I weighed later in the day I would be up a couple of pounds. I've managed to cut down to two or three times a week. It was hard at first but I have gotten used to it. You know your weight is going to fluctuate two or three pounds either way. This is normal even for someone who isn't trying to lose. (O.K. I don't like it when it goes up either ) Just trying to encourage you to hide the darn thing even if just for a day or two. How about making a pledge with yourself to not weigh for just ONE DAY next week.

Rhroo - You have housework as one of your daily priorities? When I am dusting and vacuuming I often think of what my dh used to say - "Don't worry about it. It will still be there tomorrow." These days that is my motto. I am always happy to be too busy to worry about housework, except for essentials like meals, dishes and laundry. Then of course I don't have little ones messing up the place. I hope you are feeling better now. Sounds like you are really very busy running around everwhere with the kids. You'll have to make the most of the free time you have when the little one is in school to take time for yourself. Even if it is only a couple of hours a day (does she go every day? When our kids are in kg they go two or three times a week for the whole day which gives Mom a bit more time to herself.) Glad to hear dh has done so well and you are now both getting compliments. You should be proud of your accomplishments. Glad you are enjoying being a soccer coach. That would take a lot of patience. My dd's and ds's kids have finished soccer for the season. They only play during the summer months except for one gs who has just started high school, he may be playing for the school.

Gator - I agree it is much easier to stay op when eating at home. For me it is a question of out of sight out of mind (at least most of the time) but when it is sitting in front of me it's harder to resist. I found it much easier to resist when I first started this woe than I do now.

Kim - Glad to hear you are feeling better but too bad you are having problems sitting at the 'puter. That area is bound to be sensitive for a while but I am sure it will improve a little each day. I am looking forward to your chatty, cheery posts again.

Chunky Barbie and Shannon - WELCOME - I'm glad you have decided to join us. This is a much friendlier board and everyone is much more supportive. Looking foward to getting to know you.

Fillise - I used to have problems remembering passwords, particularly at work. I had different passwords for different programmes. Now I keep the same password for most things. We have to change our password every few months for some programmes but I have an alternate that I change it to then change it back to the original the next time. I remember a few years ago completely forgetting my password and had to go to the computer office to find out what it was. That was a bit embarrassing. Congrats on getting into smaller sizes. I am sure the scale will follow soon. But at least you KNOW you are losing inches and that is more important than what the scale says. Enjoy it.

Solshine - Glad you enjoyed your Southern Barbecue but what the heck is pulled pork? I hope the scale is kind to you on WIW. I've got doubts that it will be kind to me this week but we'll have to wait and see. I was up a little on the weekend which was the last time I weighed. I didn't have too much of an appetite last week but the scale didn't move. Now I am feeling better than I have for a few weeks and the appetite is back so I will have to watch what passes these lips. At least I am beginning to feel like cooking again so I will have to get to work on some SB legal dishes. I am planning on making FILLISE's Crab Quiche sometime this week - maybe tomorrow. Good luck with the job search.

TV - Sorry to hear that you had such a stressful week. Hope this week is better for you. I know it must be very worrisome having an abnormal pap test but I hope you can take some comfort in the fact that the repeats are often negative. I hope you can get it done again soon.

Mel - There must be more overweight people in Florida than there is up here in the north. I hope the birthday cake was finished when you went back in

Viv - So sorry to hear the news about your Dad. I hope you can convince him to get some assistance.

BusDeb - Welcome to the board. 14 lbs in five weeks - that's a great start.

Lizery - Down another pound. Way to go!!!!

All for now. I will try and get to chat tomorrow night.

Till then.

Marie.

Hi everyone. I'm new here. I know absolutely NOTHING about SugarBusters other than my doctor suggested it. Up until I had my last child (5 years ago), I was always in shape. I didn't lose my weight after I had my daughter, got depressed, and tailspun right on up the scale, so now I'm looking at 135 lbs to lose. It's very depressing....I'm just sick about it. Anyway...are there general guidelines to this program that someone could share with me?

Thanks...I look forward to meeting you all.

Cjane

Good Tuesday Morning

Wasn't able to get on the computer last night, Michael had a ton of homework to do. We finally just went to bed instead of waiting up for "my turn".

Got my walk in this morning, the usual 4.5 miles, 17 jogs in 54:45. Was a bit painful doing it today, somehow, someway I got 2 nice blisters on my left foot and boy, my sneaks rubbing on them didn't feel so great. I think I will take off tomorrow so I can let them dry up a bit. Either tomorrow, or maybe Thursday, since there is no school and maybe we can sleep in-I'll see how I feel come tomorrow.

Scale is down 2lbs from yesterday, but still up 2 from my ATL-hope and pray it goes down some more tomorrow!

VIV, my hopes and prayers are with you and the tough situation you are dealing with with your Dad. Keep your head up, I'm sure things will work out in one way or another.

GATOR, I'm hoping FROG running in the WDW MARATHON will bring us up that way. I know BOB and I would come, and I'd hope LAMAP and the new Florida gals who've joined the board will as well! We'll all decend on SOLS house!!!

BUSDEB, thanks for the nice words. Thanks for posting your pic on the PHOTO ALBUM BOARD. It's always nice to have the opportunity to put a name with a face You are really doing well on this WOE-keep up the great work AND the great attitude!!!

BOB, are you in mourning over the sauce? I'll just have to have extra in your honor next time I go there! That's really a sin that that happened Sticking up for your man, I see! I guess the love of coffee is REALLY a lot stronger than I thought!

MEL, congrats on overcoming the birthday cake test! Trust me, as time goes on, you will be easily able to resist anything like that that comes across your eye range. You find that you won't even give stuff like that a second thought soon.

THUNDER, if you only ate the meat off the pizza, then it's okay, if it's the whole pizza slice, well, that's another story. Sounds like you did pretty good under the circumstances. I keep saying, one day, I'm going to make pizza, I do miss it once in a while.

LIZERY, CONGRATS, another pound!!! Hope WIW tomorrow brings more good news your way Isn't it wonderful to feel revitalized and new, just by doing something as simple as eating healthy and exercising! I think I'm in better shape now, at almost 40 then I've ever been in my entire life! Keep up the great work!!!!

LINMAE, thanks for checking in-hope life winds down for you a bit soon!!

ROSALIE, hmmm, I didn't think about an option like that for the poll, but I put one there that I hope you'll be able to chose as your choice. Of course, Eli is back in my good graces, FOR NOW. He just loves to drive me batty some times. My wish for my birthday is to just have NO aggravation from anyone-when anyone asks me what I want for my birthday I always say the same thing-peace and quite, no fighting and clean bedrooms-doesn't cost a red cent-do you think I EVER get what I want - NO I think we can all relate to the MM post-we all want instant graficiation, that's how our society is these days. Some things though, you just can't have instantlt, and we have to realize that-those who don't will not succeed in this WOE or any other "diet". Hmm, I'll have to think about your scale challenge for next week

CJANE, WELCOME TO THE BOARD We'll be happy to help you in any way. Have you purchased the SB BOOK as of yet? If not, it's something you do need to get, at least go to the library and check it out there. Also, see if they have MICHAEL MONTIGNAC'S book there as well, he explains about this WOE a bit more in detail. The SB SHOPPERS GUIDE is a good little pocket-book to get until you get familiar with the foods. There are things that are NOT in the book that you will learn in time and there are a few things that aren't made too clear-all this will come in the learning process along the way. My best suggestion at this time would be to go to the link below and check out this site made by a gal who's been following SB for quite a long time-it gives a good premises about this WOE. http://www.prettyimpressivestuff.com/sugarbusters Again, please, don't hesitate to ask questions!

Time for me to go find something to eat, had an Asian pear for breakfast a little bit ago, may go make my milkshake.

PLEASE DON'T FORGET TONIGHT'S CHAT AT 9:15PM EST!!

Have a great day!

Debbie
194/126/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Happy Tuesday!

How's everyone doing???? I'm hanging in there! Another day, another dollar!

Meliris-Pa sounds nice, I was laughing at your term "McMansions".
It made me remember about a show I was watching on Pa. It was kind of sad about the farms being bought up, and these big "McMansions" were being built with large lawns, etc......I prefer the farms myself! Didn't pass my typing test. It was pretty cut and dry, if you could do 55WPM, then you got in for an interview..oh well. I'm not that unhappy at my work, but was hoping I could have had an opportunity to interview at least! Geez!

Liz-That's so cool, you got your picture on as your avatar. I like that idea! You must have found something small enough to scan eh? Happy face, with a beautiful smile! You go girl!

Cjane-Welcome, welcome, welcome!!! Where about in Tenn. are you from? You will become pals with BOB (aka Big Orange Babe)
I would suggest going to your local library to get the Sugar Busters book for starters, just get it and read! Then we can worry about getting you a book of your own. You can do it!

Solshine-You will find something that is just your cup o' tea! Call that personnel office at the hospital and say "WATZ UP?????"
The BBQ sounded lethal! I'm not a big okra fan, but I love the BBQ stuff!

BOB-Buzz.....buzzz....buzzzzzzz. I'm still here!!!! Moarning the loss of your BBQ sauce along with you and Skeeter who I'm sure benefited from any left overs! Is life getting back to normal? All light bulbs working at the casa?

Gotta get ready for work...will chat later... Nancemeister will be having a new e.mail address in the VERY near future FYI....will let you gals know,as soon as I know what it will be!

Morning Ladies - It is so nice to come and scan the posts and see the nice words of support that are here. It really helps - I have great support here but for some reason hearing these things from pals around the country is, as my 11 yo would say, KEWL! I realized as I lay awake during the night, there is a cliche...."YOu can't help those who don't want to help themselves" or something like that. I guess I just have to wait it out.... - but I also need to remember that I didn't create this situation - in a lot of ways, he made his bed... so thanks...

As always, I have to get back to work...

I wanted to say welcome to the Newbies! Is this some kind of mass defection from the SB board? Doesn't anyone moderate that board? 3fc is a great place to be, and you will get all the support your need from us fellow SB-ers and especially our GODDESS, DEB! So, welcome!

MEL - wanted to say thanks for the thoughts, but also - I have an 11 YO son too! Interesting age, huh? We must share some insight some day!

Rhroo - I hope you're having a better time. I totally understand what it feels like to be depressed - I just read that 20% of women will have some form of clinical depression at some point in their lives -higher than men. Which makes me wonder if men contribute to those odds! It's hard to figure out, tho, if the depression is from inside or outside, do you know what I mean?

KIMMI! BABE! Thanks for the email! I'm so glad things went well!

DEB - Get that Ebay-ing back in gear, girl! I'm going to nag you now! I need a buddy to share the fun with! The funniest thing was that Harrison wanted a series of books - we could get them from the library but certain books I like to own so Brendan can read them...someone on Ebay was selling them - they had sold 3 sets so I emailed them and asked to buy another set direct, for the highest price they had sold at, s I didn't need to deal with bidding. They said they had no more sets. OK. Yesterday I noticed that they had posted another set - was able to win the set for $8 less than it had closed at before! HAHA! They should have taken my offer!!!!

Toodles, took up more than my allotted time. Hope everyone has a good day....keep your fingers crossed that my dad does too!

viv
146/132/128

Hmmm, I did not get on the scale this morning. Not really an act of self control, I just got dressed right out of bed. I only weigh in the morning when I'm bucknekked. If I have clothes on anything the scale says in meaningless .

BOB--actually I did not enjoy the UNC defeat of FSU. I grew up and NC State fan so I despise the tarheels. That color blue makes me nausous. I love nothing more than to see them pulverized on a Saturday afternoon--even more that I like seeing Bama creamed. It's worse during BB season. State and UNC play this coming Saturday--I'm hoping they'll have a big let down after beating FSU. I'm so sorry about the BQ sauce. I'm looking forward to my class reunion in NC in 10 days--I can get decent BBQ (of which there is NONE in Alabama) there.

Viv--goodness, so sorry to hear that your Dad is sick again. It sounds like there is not much you can do but worry. That's a pretty helpless feeling--even if the situation is his own doing--it's still hard to watch them have to deal with it. I'll be thinking about you in this difficult situation.

Cjane--Welcome! I second Deb's suggestion to try to find the book. It really does help to understand the relationship between glucose and weight gain. The web site Deb recommended is also terrific. The short story is that we try to eat food that raise blood sugar very little or moderately. We stay away from refined flours, potatoes (except for sweet taters), corn (in any way shape or form), white rice, and, of course, sugar (in any and all of its forms). We try to protein (lean meats, beans, cheeses, milk, etc.), low or moderate glycemic carbs (whole grains, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, sweet potatoes, etc.) and fruits and veggies (except for beets, carrots, watermelon, ripe babannas, and pineapple). You have to do a lot of reading labels--especially in the beginning--as so much prepared food has either white flour or sugar in it. We try to consume 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein and 30% fat in our diets. Different individuals may vary this slightly--but it is a good overall goal--especially in the beginning. Everyone on this board is very helpful--so if there is anything you don't understand--just ask!

BusDeb--Welcome! I live in Auburn. It is nice to have another Alabama chick on board. Those FLA gals think they own the joint! It sounds like you are off to a great start!

Marie: Enjoy the quiche. I gave the recipe to my Mom. She made it last weekend and she and my Dad both loved it. I hope you like it as well.

Liz: Welcome--gosh so many new SB chicks--this is wonderful!

Gator: Uh-oh. I was looking at my calender this morning and realized that I'm going to be out of town the weekend of the AU-UF game. My Uncle is getting married in NC that day. I really wanted to meet you! As for parking--if you would like, I can try to reserve you a spot at the First Presbyterian Church parking lot. It is at the corner of Gay and Thatch--right across the street from the campus (near the hotel and conference center). It's very convienent. Our youth park cars for a $10.00 donation (goes for their summer youth conference). Let me know and I will make a reservation if you would like!

I got my workout in yesterday. 60 minutes cardio and my five strength machines. It feels so good to sweat! I'm having a yard sale this weekend to get rid of all the clothes that are too big for me. I have some nice suits and stuff, so I'm hoping they will sell and some women who have a hard time finding clothes that fit can get some for very little money. Deb--I know you are a yard sale expert--any advice for a novice?

Have a good day everyone!

Susan

Good morning, good morning, good morning. It'
s rainy here too but not in my soul. Am taking some needed rest. In my "rush, rush" life I need these pockets of down time to read posts, drink coffee, and relax.

Bob- So sorry about the BBq. I'm lucky to get out of BJ's with under $200 so YOU ARE MY HERO!

MELF--CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I am sooooo happy for you!!! You deserve it! Can't wait to join you. Saw 160 peeking briefly yesterday but back to 161 today. So countdown to my massage. Thanks for the Hodgson Mills tip. I need to save some $$$$.

Deb-I was all for the rebounder when I thought....what would those boobs of mine do???? I might get knocked out. Glad to hear that Eli is human and now out of the dog house. That's why I don't take Peter shopping. So do you always have all those celebs hanging out there in Florida? Sorry I missed out on predicting your loss. Have to be more attentive in the future! Had a touch of flu going on here too. Not able to work out yet. (no nearby bathrooms). Although, today I can tolerate coffee for the first time so there is a rainbow. I was the lone--do religious posting and then none for a while---how did you know?

Welcome! Chunky Barbie--I liked Debs shortened name of CB too. Welcome to this wonderful bunch of loser babes!

Amser-Glad those angel wings are still beating.

Mel-Glad I'm not alone in the lack of patience department. I bet your babies would rather you ran away from that cake than stay eat and then be guilty and later miserable about the weight.

Karen-I've got a floor for you to do now. Glad you have your head on straight now. Care to take a crack at mine?

Rhoo-congrats on the "you both look soooo good" comments. Fall is wonderful too. Take time to enjoy it. ooooh noooo dear baby hates the bus? Why doesn't she like it? Hang in these supermom.

Fillese-I'm so happy to hear you get to pick those lower sizes!!!! Feels sooooo good !!!

Sol- Two gals of water. You are awesome. I understand the urge for great BBQ. We have a place here called Pierces Pit BBQ near Williamsburg. Good thing it is so far away or I'd succumb on a regular basis. Bob will have her hands cut out to keep me away when we visit Williamsburg. I also felt a twinge last night when a cooking show had how to make fried green tomatos. I had to turn the channel.

TV-OMG what a week you had! Come over here for your big {{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}}} . What happened with 9 year old? Was it a permanent or baby tooth? Could they fix it? Hows the baby?

Viv-I'm praying for you and dd for strength. It's awful enough without dad being ornery. Where did I hear that term??? hmmmm.

Busdeb-Welcome, welcome, welcome!!! Another school bus driver and mom of three. We're pals already I know it. Isn't this way of eating great? I love it. Congrats on all your loss already.

TW-I'm in the habit of eating pizza toppings too. Some day I'll be smart like Rosalie and carry pitas with me to scrape them into.

Lizery-I love your face avatar. Such a happy smile!

Linmae-Good to hear from you!!

Cjane-Welcome to our humble group.

Nance-I'm sooo disappointed. I was already to celebrate your new job with you. Maybe there's a good reason we don't know about. They lost quite a gal.

Last question. Apple Cider. Love it in the fall. Is it legal?????? I would guess no but hope hope hope yes.

This is for your Melf

OK - another new day. I had a sorta "breakdown" last night and got some of that load I was carrying off my back. I guess we can all use a really (and I mean really) good cry now and then! I do actually feel rejuvenated this morning.

One more update - DH now has strep throat. He's is absolutely miserable! He did apologize for being so difficult this weekend, and of course, blamed it on not feeling well. I guess I'll let him off the hook. Normally we get along just fine - just once or twice a year it seems we have our bad moods at the same time. All in all, he's a good guy and I wouldn't trade him in for anything!

Deb - thanks for the support as always! My oldest actually broke the tooth when he bit on a hard sucker! It is a baby tooth and I didn't realize it until the dentist showed me, it is worn down something awful!! We compared the same tooth on the other side and the difference was amazing. He said that tooth was getting worked over worse than the others because of how his bite is right now. He will have to get braces later to get him all lined up. He just smoothed the edges off the tooth so it wouldn't stick him and left it since it isn't hurting. The x-ray showed the permament tooth is right there, so he said the broken one will probably come out before we have to do anything else to it. Of course, he offered to crown it, but said we would just have a $200 tooth to put under his pillow in a few months. Glad to have a dentist who is honest!!

Viv - I'm with you on the soap opera! Sometimes I think I could write a book, and sounds like you could too!! Hang in there. We'll be keeping you and your Dad in our prayers.

cjane and liz - WELCOME!

Rosalie and Meliris - thanks for the kind words.

BOB and Gatorgal - I knew you 2 would be celebrating that little upset over the weekend!! HOWEVER, you should do it while you can, the big Auburn game will be coming up soon and then the crying time will start!!

BusDeb - Welcome and I'm a N. Alabamian too! Huntsville area, what about you?

Check in later!

Two days in a row can you feel the LOVE???? I need you guys and this board and all the motivation (as i drool over my kids muffin!!) I have the will power i know that now but sometimes i just don't wanna use it! LOL I am feeling better still don't feel like eating-a good thing?! Its apple season here (i live near the place Johnny Appleseed was born!) so the kids think i am a human apple crisp maker!!! they love the stuff and i do too! lol i know i could make a legal version if i just would do it! I am staying away from it (i make a biggggggg 13x9) I am one of those don't like left over persons! am i babbling?! LOL
I am sitting here with my nephew -I am such a sucker i got my daughter in school and sis in law asked me to watch him tues and thurs for 5 hrs a day-he is good but i just can't say no. I guess he will keep Brianna busy when she gets home. I did tell her i would do it but also told her not to get mad at me if i backed out-which i intend on doing after xmas!
I was trying to think of some tips and since the poll was about journaling here are some we learned at WW: PUt your journal near the fridge so you can write it down directly cuz ya know you won't remember-was it 1/2c or 1/4???HMMM Get one of those dry erase boards and tack it somewhere and jot it down on there daily if that would help. I guess i should get back to my journaling i bought a small $1.00 note book and just write it down with some thought through the day and what i did for excersise. I crack up when i look back. I was also thinking about things that i like now that i have lost some weight! and things i don't! LOL Maybe Melf could make a list too then the newbies would have some motivation!
1. I love my thighs not rubbing together when i walk
2. I like my shadow when i walk now!
3. I like the single digits on my pants!
4. I like looking more like my older sister!
5. I like my daughter calling me skinney!
6. I like being able to run after a 5 soccer players for 1/2 hr!
7. I like the looks on peoples faces that have not seen me in a year (actually since i started Sugarbusters)
I have to think of the things i don't like i have started a mental list! LOL There are alot more things i like too.

Fillise-wooooooohoooooo on the jacket! thanks for reminding me i need a new winter coat! uggggg i hate snow! Its such an awsome feeling and wait till you shrink out of this one looking back at your accomplishments!!!

Sol-your bbq sounds yummy! Good luck with the job search. My sister was out of work for 6 months and finally had to take a lower paying job. Hope things work out better for you!

TV-((hugs)) calgone take me away! HUH?!! I am very impressed you stood up to the doctor and got an earlier pap! I guess with all the stuff we hear we should be more stern with them. I wonder if they are as smart as they want us to think! loved the cheer!

busdeb-woooo hoooo on the loss. You sound very motivated! keep it up nice to meet u!

Gator-HI!!!!!

Bob-Hi -what are we gonna do with no Big Brother?? What did u think about Will? I thought he would win but after his rude comments on the last show i thought he blew it!!!! Nicole was the pits i thought!!!!

meliris-Motherhood gods! LOL that cracked me up! I am very impressed with the cake!!!! I don't know what i would have done! I am a food snob now! I don't eat a cake unless it is from a bakery! no store bought bakery or frozen crap! LOL HOmemade might get me though!!!!! thanks for the kind words. That is another big fear of mine my son driving!!!!!! He is responsble but it still scares me!

thunder-great choices at the resturant! I finally realized that i don't miss all that other stuff when i go out to eat. I love salad and we shouldn't feel deprived! keep it up your worth every bite!

Rosalie- I gotta say it again-I want you for a grandma!!! YOu sound like such a fun one!!! My mom had my kids for the day on Sat. My 5 yr old finally realized how much her grandma loved her!!! silly girl. My mom has thought she was the cats meow since she was born!!! Thanks for your kind words they really helped me alot. This is my new saying about my house "sorry i live here"! that one cracks me up! I try to do some housework. My hubby really never nags me but it makes me mad when he runs around cleaning up -i feel like i am not doing what i should. But this motherhood thing is a job too right????? ANyway thanks again. I am feeling better. My oldest is playing for his school the first home game that he will play is today and its really raining

oh well!

Viv-((hugs)) you sound a little better. thanks for your encouraging words! I think depression is from both-inside and out. But its the outside stuff that depressed me!!!! Hows the ebay thing???? I have been doing some selling. Maybe you could give me some tips!!!!! i have bought a few things too this month!!!!! I really would like to make some more money doing this!!!!! hope dad makes out o.k. You can only do so much ya know! But it is your family! thinking of you!

Deb-thanks for the barf juice reference. Don't think i will look at pizza the same again!!!!! I guess there is a stomach bug going around and i had all the symptoms? just i am never sick!! oh well. I am feeling a bit better. I won't kill the scale either its got to get better sooner or later!!! I will try and take a pic of me and hubby -this Fri we are having a bday party for his mom she is going to be 70 next month. Keep up the great work thanks for being such a great friend!!!!! maybe i will make it into chat tonight?!

HI lizery, nance, linMae, cjane, Melf!!!!!! Quilter how ya feeling?? AMseraphim?? hi!!!!!

Rhonda

201.2/140somththing or less?/135ish

Just read your post - we are on at the same time!!

Thanks for the HUG - This week is off to a better start!

All - this is the greatest group!! I'm so glad to have found you all!!

cya