We're watching the Mets - big surprise, huh? - and they're leading 6-2 in the top of the 9th. But - and there's always a but - the Padres have 2 men on base and there are no outs. Look, Mets, I've already had one heart attack. I do not need another. Just win the bloody game and don't make me break out my nitroglycerine tabs!!

Clayr, I brought your zucchini recipe and showed it to DH. He seemed interested. I was wrong, we don't have any meat in the freezer, could've sworn we did, so we will likely try it out this weekend after I can get to the supermarket.

Had a great treadmill session. I now have 1,890 songs on my iPod and I am just letting them play through during each session. I have stuff on there I haven't heard in years! It's been much fun, and I've managed to walk an extra 10 minutes each time, since I'm enjoying the music so much.

The Padres just scored big and it's now 6-5. It is truly challenging to be a Mets fan, so DowLibraryLady, you might want to stick with the Tigers!! BTW, I am a proud Univ. of Michigan grad, so the state of Michigan holds a special place in my heart. I will be headed out to Ann Arbor in October for Homecoming. Whereabouts in the state are you, if I may ask?

Wanted to pop in and say hello. Busy busy. At least the company left today. Was so nice to walk around my house and not trip over the 5 extra people lol. After this week ( still have lots of camping to do and going to the state fair two days this week ) things will be back to normal. I really like normal lol.

sznn, pretty much the same boat here...but the dam has finally broke, so to speak, so my mood will get better, but I can do nothing about the hot. Hope you're feeling better soon.

Tech, Yum, I've never had Mongolian BBQ, but anything new sounds scrumptious. Great job with all the exercise and staying on plan. I'm able to get in so many miles during the summer, because my children are all involved in sports. This week I have 2 hours to kill while DD is at volley ball. I know I could drive home, but it's wasting gas and who wants to clean the house anyway??? My dinner with my mom actually went very well. She AND I both were on our best behavior. She taught me and the kids a new card game called Trash. It took a long time to play, but my 8 year old stayed with it and eventually won. A pretty good night...she never mentioned my weight once. That's huge. Thanks for asking. I'm glad you had a good time with your folks.

letsgomets, great job adding the extra 10 minutes each time!

Rennie, nice to hear from ya.

Morning Clyde.

Diane, Hope you're having a good time off and about.

Me, another day of volleyball so I'll get some walking in. I have no idea how far. I'm not that planned ahead today...I have to do soccer registration tonight so I'll be sitting at the local park for an hour taking registrations and money...it seems crazy just how close fall and all it's activities are getting.
Have an awesome Wednesday everyone!

techalum + lovnmom - Thanks for the boost.
Just have to deal with one more day of super hot weather and now the cramps and things will be on the upswing.

On the + side - i think underneath all the pms bloat...i think, i feel a little svelter after a few days on plan.

Everyone have a great day.

-S

sznn: Glad you're feeling better. I was looking at your avatar and I thought "hey, that's how I feel!".

Rennie: Good to hear from you!

Lovn: Amazing how kids' sports can take over our lives. I feel like football is all we are right now. Don't get me wrong, I really love it, but it is tough trying to fit everything else in. Oh well! Just wait until volleyball starts! Ha! I just wish they would continue to pay me, but I could work fewer hours.

LetsGo: I don't know, you could be a Rockies fan. Although they won last night, they do make it challenging sometimes.

Tech: Good to hear from you, too!

Well, on to work... and then football. ha! Have a great day!

sznn, Glad you're feeling better too!

Diane, I know my head is in a whirl with the sports too. I've made comments that August will be mine. P-LEASE, we have one week that doesn't have some kind of camp or practice in it..I guess August is mine, because I have no GAMES to attend. lol We'll hang in here together!

LetsGoMets

I had to go to bed last night as watching the Tigers was playing havic on my blood pressure. They lost in the 14th inning as once again the closing pitcher gave it away. I am originally from the Grand Haven area but I have lived the Midland area most of my life. Currently living in Sanford, but not on the lake. I hope your Mets did better than my Tigers. Have a great day...Laurie

Morning girls.

A late night watching the baseball. Librarylady we went to extra innings as well but we got the win.

I'm going to the game tonight

Must go and get some stuff done around the house.

Have a good day.

Clydegirl,

Have a great time at the game. Hope your team wins!

Yes, the Mets did win last night, but it was painful to watch! It was 6-2 at the top of the 9th...but Aaron Heilman gave up a 3-run homer. Finally, the Mets got that 3rd out and won, 6-5. The rest of this season is just going to be a game-by-game thing - we'll never feel good until the last out is made and the Mets have won. Very frustrating, but what can you do? I think I will blame the Mets for any new grey hairs I find!

I really wish I enjoyed sports you all are having such a good time.
The Frederick Keys are a minor league pretty close to where I live that I have considered seeing. Also football season gets my family together which is nice.

My daughter plays soccer and I've really enjoyed the families we've met through her team. Sometimes she says she wants to quit, she likes the social aspect, but as she's getting older I think it's getting too agressive for her. I'd really miss the interaction if she did.

sznn & luvnmom mine's due too, I'm going on vacation in a couple of days, I think I always have my little friend on vacation.

Tech- I tried to get the tracker to post but it still is saying I can't. ?

Morning, it's my weigh day, I lost 2 pounds

clayr woot wooot. that is great news.

i am still bloated up and i think I will postpone my WI day - it will be too discouraging otherwise.
Day 4 on plan for me.

have a great day everyone.

Hey all! I have a shortened day at work today. We're having our company picnic tonight, so we get off work early... just an hour... but we'll take it. My son still has football practice, so I won't stay at the picnic very long. It is supposed to be bbq and they do have chicken, so should be able to stay on plan.

Clayr: I hope you don't mind all the sports talk. For me, it really is a large part of my life. Especially with both kids in sports, it takes a lot of my time. I also like college and pros, but particularly with my kids' sports, it is a major focus for us.

Of course, school is starting soon, so some of my focus will be about getting kids to do their homework and getting chores done when they get home rather than when I get home and have to remind them. I don't know when they'll ever learn that lesson! Just get it done and then you are free!!

Well, off to work!

Clyde, Hope you had a good time....what was the outcome?

Clayr, 1st congrats on the loss, woo hoo!!! I do love sports and minor league baseball is some of the most fun to watch, in my opinion, but I too really enjoy the visiting with other parents and all that goes with watching my children play. I have a friend who attends nearly every high school sporting event regardless if her children are playing or not. Her attitude is that it's cheap wholesome entertaiment. I know she's all about the social of it too!! Have a great day!

sznn, Congrats on day 4. If you think the WI would be too stressful then I think you should skip it too. No one knows your body and mind like you do. Have a great day yourself.

Diane, Enjoy your pic nic. It sounds fun!

I watched the old movie, " A League of Their Own, " with my family last night. It's incredible to me how little freedom women had still in 1943 and how little my children understood the whole aspect of it. It was all very eye opening. We got into quite a discussion about "Rosie the Riveter" and how the women were first allowed factory work like that during the war, but when the war was over the women were expected to give up their jobs to the returning servicemen. My oldest was very dissapointed that the Gena Davis character quit playing baseball and went home to raise a family etc...but Honey, that's the whole point. We should be able to choose and be ANYTHING we want even if it is a wife and mother...more V.B. today and a walk with a friend. Same ole same ole, but it's good work if you can get it.
Have a terrific Thursday.