Wake up! I slept till 4pm on Monday so I made up for it by not having slept, lol. I am more serious than ever about grad. school in GVPT. I plan to stay in MD. I'll move out of my parents' place in a year. I am happy as a clam, the only thing I feel like I'm missing out on is a full-time job that I enjoy. I also feel like I need a man in my life. I've never had a serious bf! I am enjoying Phase 1.5, yesterday was the beginning of my second week on it. After this week, I'll move to Phase 2 proper.

Good morning everyone! I am up about an hour earlier than usual so I decided to join the daily chatter for the first time! This is my 4th week on SBD and like many I am going slow doing the 1.5 version right now! I'm looking forward to a short week at school this week (Mon. was a teacher work day) I say short but these weeks seem to pass slowly! I love my job but the older I get the more I look forward to weekends at home with my boys! They are 9 and 5 and I feel like they are growing up so fast I want to hold on to them as long as possible!

Foodobsessed- sounds like we are in just about the same spot on the SBD that I am! Congrats on grad school and it sounds like you have lots of goals to look forward to! Love your attitude this early in the AM it is very inspiring!

Good Morning

Hi, Okie, thanks for getting us started this morning. Sorry you didn't get much sleep. I know you've mentioned your medication goofs up your sleep patterns. I'm glad to hear you're still doing so well staying OP. "Happy as a clam", I haven't heard that for awhile! Glad to hear you're feeling so well.

Hi, Lisa, great to see you visiting us at the daily chat. I think SBD gets better the longer you stay OP. I like early mornings. I get alot of things done that I don't feel much like doing later in the day. We are very good at counting down the days to the weekend! Your boys sure are cute!

I'm sipping and working in the office this morning. The week will go by really fast from here on out, so I'm trying to stay focused on the work so I can concentrate on fun stuff when I get my new sewing machine tomorrow.

I look forward to hearing what everyone is up to today. . Stop and say hi!

Good morning

Debbie - how do you keep track of everyone's names? Are you one of those people who always knows special dates and people's favorite things?? I'll trust that you know

Okie - You have a great attitude. The BF will come when the time is right. Sounds like you have plenty on your plate right now. In the current economy the full time job you love might be hard to come by so you are smart positioning yourself for a job you love.

Lisa - They do grow so fast. It's so important to make the most of your time now and enjoy every minute (well, most of them )

Debbie - I'm too lazy to PM you but if you can get anasazi beans those would be great in that recipe. They are very hard to come by this year but might be easier in Colorado. Can't wait to hear about all your projects on your new toy

Today is a late day and I had planned to go in late, maybe get a workout and some errands in this morning. Then yesterday the BFH announced a special meeting at 9 this morning with a "big announcement". I have some guesses but I hope I'm wrong. Anyway turns the day into a nearly 12 hour day for me because I still have my 6:30 meeting. I really try hard to avoid those days because they are really hard to get through well. I'm hoping for some clear sky so I can get a walk or two in.

Oops, cats say it's time to feed them not type.

Hi, Cyndi. I'll pick up some organic anasazis today. If you ever need some, I'll stick them in the mail. Even the organics are cheap here, and we could fit alot of beans in a $4 box. I'm headed through Anasazi country mid Feb. I hope the meeting turns out ok-the drama seems to never end. Sorry it sure makes for a long day.

Good morning ladies!

It's nice to see you borh this morning Okie and Lisa

Up an at 'em early as usual Debbie, are you swimming this morning?

Cyndi, how are things looking in your neck of the woods? We've still got snow but it's got a horrid icy crust to it now and the driveways and walks are treacherous. I could have done without this little storm. lol
Maybe your BFH's big announcement will be that he's leaving...... one can always hope, right?

It's back to school for me this morning, too. We had a storm day yesterday so I have to go in a little bit early and undo all the "Monday things" I got ready before I came home on Friday. It's my long day, and I'll have to rush to pick up snacks for tonight's class. (Remember way back in October when I was nervous about rebellion if I didn't bring lots of chocolate? You folks were right, the group has gotten used to nuts, crackers, cheese and veggies or fruit now. )

Today is our 30th wedding anniversary. I don't know where the time went! No celebration today though - no time for it. I guess it's just cards and memories today.

Hey chicks! Thanks for the pats on the back! I feel good about my goals and believe that I can reach them with the support of family/friends like you.

Good morning!

FoodOb, it's sounds like you're in a good place right now and setting yourself up for a promising future! Good luck with your goals!

Lisa, you are so right that our little ones grow up fast. Hold on to each precious moment and savor them while you can!

Debbie, I'm an early morning person, too, and like to get it all done first thing. I know you've been looking forward to getting your new serger tomorrow, what's your first big project?

Cyndi, ut-oh! Your day doesn't sound like it's going to be much fun, does it? I hope that meeting doesn't mean what you think, and the rest of the day will be stress-free.

Would you believe I'm drinking tea this morning? I have some kind of tummy thing going on, and am slightly nauseous, headachy, and have a low back ache. If I was 10 years younger I'd think it was TOM, but I don't have to worry about that! I did get in my 30 minute workout already today, though. What ever this is, I'm sure it will pass with time, and I'm going to attempt to have some oatmeal shortly. I ended up just having yogurt for lunch and supper yesterday, so I plan to have yesterday's meals today.

I have a load of clothes in the dryer that just stopped, so I'd better go fold them before they wrinkle. I'll be back in a flash!

Good morning chicks!

Okie - thanks for getting us started! I didn't have a serious boyfriend for quite a while either...yeesh, maybe in vet school? LOL..then I married a client .

Lisa - I hear ya. I've recently come to the conclusion that women are supposed to be stay at home moms. My second enters kindergarten this fall, so I'm a bit late in realizing that. Oh well, we do the best we can, huh?

Debbie - look at that ticker! You're so impressive!!

Cyndi - you'll have to let us know the 'big announcement'. Hope you make it through the day okay.

Heidi - Happy Anniversary!

Me - Eh, same ole, same ole. It is my DH's birthday, so I got up at my "normal" time and made him breakfast and made his lunch instead of working out. I did my normal run yesterday, and then took the dog on a walk...2.3 miles in 32 minutes...we were bookin'! (that's hilly too!!) Maybe I can do that tonight to do something today. We're having complete food porn for supper. But, after that, I really need to get back on track. I haven't gained weight, but I'm just snacking too much. (isn't that what I write all the time?)

I made a new soup yesterday....lentil and escarole soup. I've never used escarole before, it's delish! Almost tastes a bit sweet raw. I'll have to post the recipe sometime.

have a great one!

Cottage- hope you feel better!

Good morning, Heidi, and HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!

And here I thought I'd be making this morning's post!

Morning.

Goodness, I really hate them. Ha. I am very much more so a night person. Anyway

FoodO: Morinin'!

Happy Anniversary Heidi! Break out the wedding album missy!

Cyndi - up and at 'em! Have a good day!

Debbie- pass me some of that coffee, would ya?

Lisa- Welcome to the chat! Yay for participating. Come around more often!

Another busy day for me. Boy am I sore this am. Silly Wii Active/Fit. ow, if i can keep that up to 3x a week, I will be increasing my exercise by 300%!!! I've actually been taking stairs and walking up and down too. The sky might be falling so duck y'all!

Have a great OP day!

Cottage: Hope you feel better sooner rather than later!

Twynn: sounds good -post it before summer comes and I don't want soup anymore! I've never cooked with escarole either...

Hi all! I'm also late to the coffee klatch.

FoodObsessed - seems like you are at a positive turning point in your life. I love it when I'm at a "clearing" like that. Keep up the good vibes!

Litar, I have a 5 year old too. Where did the time go? I tell him he'll always be my baby (sob).

hi Lexxis!!

CindyM, it took me a bit to figure out what BFH meant. As you know I have one too! Let us know what he says.

Heidi, 30 years, OMG. You deserve a medal.

Jenn - do I see your ticker is down another pound?

Have a great day everyone!!

Heidi, Happy Anniversery! When you said you were getting a Wii, I didn't realize it was so soon! I am smiling, I'm glad everyone likes the healthy food. I found that at my event this weekend, too. Folks initially cringed when I said I'd do food but wasn't bringing pizza, yet they seemed genuinely suprised at the healthy fare! Take care on those icy roads!

Okie,

Cottage, sorry you're tummy is upset. I hope it passes soon! Thanks for asking, my first project will be to figure the darn thing out. The second will be one of my infamous grocery bags I make out of recycled pillowcases. I hope it's easy and fun!

Hi Twynn, Happy BD to DH. How sweet of you to make breakfast. Boy, you're chalking up the miles! Have a great day!

Hi, Jenn. You made me laugh! Thanks! I don't know if the sky can fall cause it must have already since I've been on SBD for almost 9 months! Have a great OP day, too.

Hi, Mmc, I just figured out BFH, too. Have a great day!

Chickies, I have a wonky PC so can't post much. I really think it's on its last legs. Yes, I did a defrag and compress and a virus scan but it's still not good - freezes up and kicks me out.

No time to buy a new one today. I had a 6" flood in the basement yesterday from which I am recovering and my neighbours' house burned early last evening. They will be in and out here today as they assess the damage - nice young couple who worked very hard to renovate. Luckily they weren't home at the time and their dog was elsewhere.

Nice to see so many posts so early. I do read but don't have time to do personals these days.

If anyone wants a job clearing wet stuff out of a basement, come on up. I have a lovely bean soup thawing for lunch.