Morning Ladies – it’s a SUPER chilly one here today …was only 5 degrees when I was driving in to work …the walk from my car to the building was horrible, way too cold …doesn’t help that the wind was so strong either. How is the weather in your neck of the woods? We are supposed to be cold all weekend with some snow tomorrow…but I love all seasons…so I will enjoy the Winter while it is here…

I tried one of those new Special K breakfast sandwiches this morning …I had the sausage, egg, and cheese one …was only 240 cals and 14 grams of protein…I thought it was pretty good…there was this slice of white cheese that was on it, once melted I didn’t like the way it tasted so I scraped it off….after that was pretty good….will try the ham, egg, and cheese one next time….they even have a veggie, egg, and cheese one that I hear is pretty good and only 180 calories.

The other day ( Tuesday I think ) I bought myself a toaster oven, have been wanting one for a while …and I have used that thing so much since then …great for a lot of things….and I don’t have to heat up the oven …do any of you have one? What do you mainly use it for ?

Thinkthin – I think that is horrible that your child is in that situation…I totally feel for you and your son ….hope it gets better, I know that is SUPER stressful. Is getting him to another school an option?

Hi Spunky – good to hear from you !!

Hi Liz, Mel, Dee, and Susan and everyone else !!!!

Hope everyone has a great weekend and if you are in a colder area like me, stay warm !!!!!!!

Hi Ladies,

I have been feeling overwhelmed and depressed the past couple of days. I had a gain at TOPS and it just sent me over the edge. So, for a few days I just quieted myself. I did think about all of you and it was hard to stay away but I needed to just be quiet for a few days and recenter myself.

I'm starting to feel hopeful again and have a brighter out-look. My goal for Feb is to get at least 7 hours of sleep every night, and to be more diligent about logging my food into my calorie counter. When I don't I find end up with surprise on the scales at TOPS.

Dee: I so want to look cute in those spring/summer clothes. Thanks for reminding me that season is right around the corner. Of course I won't be at goal but who doesn't look better after shedding some extra weight even if it isn't ALL the extra weight.

I did get my TOPS magazine but only flipped through it. I plan on settling in with it tomorrow afternoon.

Thanks for asking about the KOPS ceremony. It is planned and things are in place for it on Feb 14.

You asked about who we are routing for in the Superbowel. I'm routing for the Ravens and my DH is rotuing for the 49rs. We are a house divided.

That is horrible that you had a employee stealing from you!

Carri: We have snow here too. It is sort of pretty and while it is still cold it's not as bitter cold as it was on Thursday and Friday and I'm happy about that.

I watch the Batchelor too. I'm not one to usually think that blonde guys are cute but I think he has something about him and so I like him.

LeeAnn: 196?!!! That is great! I am a "day" person too and wouldn't do well working nights. For now you have a job--just keep trying to find a new one..and remember they say it is easier to find a job when you have a job.

Alyssa: Take it easy with your foot. I know that is hard to do when you walk for exercise but you need to let your foot heal. I'm almost certain you have a stress fracture. I had one in November after doing 2 5K's (walking them) that month. If you do walk, go for a long time and don't "pound" on your foot..slow down at bit.

As for your son, that is horrible that is happening to him and to your family. You would think that a school system would want to get this under control.

Hi Victoira: How are you? I hope the stressful situation has gotten better

Hi Liz: How is it going?

Happy Super Bowl Sunday everyone. Does anyone have any good, healthy appetizer recipes for today? I'm doing well......foot is still sore. I am starting to think it is a stress fracture like you mentioned. I'm still doing my best to get my walks in though.
My son is doing okay, I did ask him if he wants to stay at that school and he said yes because he does have friends there he would miss. Just wish the bullies would go to a different school!
My weight stayed the same as yesterday, 205.4, hoping these 5-6lbs don't take too long to come off. Anxious to get to Onederland!

Alyssa

Hi,

Not to much going on here. Just trying to finish up things around the house. I had a baby shower to attend yesterday and I didn't get everything done.

We aren't going to any Super Bowl parties. We are just staying home. DH is going to get some wings and I am having some leftover pasta. We are low-key for this one.

Alyssa: It's good to know that your son feels he has friends at school. I hope you can get the bullying situation taken care of. I'm hearing some of my friends who have kids say that a lot of schools have a "no bullying" policy but when it comes down to it not much is done. That makes me mad!

I'll see everyone tomorrow

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