[Mamacita]

Good morning, Chicklets~~

I'm back to my wicked old ways of waking up in the middle of the night and not being able to get back to sleep.

I'm thinking a cup of regular coffee is in my very near future.

I did really well yesterday...not perfect, but good enough that I'm down one of the 5 pounds that I'd gained from my all time low. Thank you to those who gave encouragement! Much, much appreciated.

I'm hoping that today will be just as good.

Hope you all have a great day on the Beach! Look out for those sharks...Did you hear about the Aussie guy who got attacked this week?

Mamacita

[Ruthxxx]

Good morning, Mamacita, and chicks to come.

Whew, yesterday was a day of posting! I can't possibly repond to everyone! Darn wrist is extra sore this morning for some reason. The doc says to expect pain for 3-4 weeks as it heals. The splint is hot and my skeeter bites underneath are itch! Crab! Crab! Crab! Whine! Whine!

½ the Hyper Pypers dropped in last night. It seems that every time Glen has a tiff with Margo, he and his son John come for a visit. They did not bring Lucy's sister, Bailey, so the visit was not too insane! Hersh and Lucy adore the Pypers. Luckily we didn't have any beer in the house or Glen would still be here! Glen wanted to take me out for a boat ride in his new super-powered boat. I sure don't want to be bumped around so was able to use the wrist as an excuse.

This morning I am off to the Library (after an undulgent bath). The window guys are supposed to come after lunch but I suspect they'll be delayed until tomorrow. Moël cut down hydrangeas to clear paths into the windows. What a growth of them! I made bouquets for the neighbours with orange lilies and purple Creeping Bellflower but there is still a wagonload to be composted.

The tub is full so I'm outta here!

By the way, you'll notice I am not commenting on being on or off Programme. I was attacked by a butterscotch sundae at teh DQ yesterday afternoon. Not my fault! Sarah insisted on treating me after I drove her to her interview!

How is your day shaping up?

[Kiko]

Morning Mama and Ruth!

Just rolled out of bed myself, today was supposed to be a "Mommy" Day with DD at preschool, but she was running a fever for the good part of yesterday. She seems fine this morning, but needs to be fever free for 24 hours, so no go! Oh well...... I have really gotten to enjoy my Tuesdays and Thursdays this summer. Sadly, summer is coming to a quick close as I go back to school on the 28th.

Have meals planned for the week, just need to make it to the grocery store. Fortunately I have chicken breast and salmon already in my freezer, so the bill shouldn't reach insane heights. I am trying a few new recipes in addition to our household favorite- Taco Bake.

I have my annual exam with my OBGYN today- always fun! I am curious to see what my weight is on an "official" doctor's scale and compare it to this time last year.

Have a fabulous day!

[ellis]

Mamacita, I've got all kinds of drugs here I can mail you that will send you right off to sleep.
I hope you get back on track with your sleeping soon... bad sleep patterns can be so difficult to break.
And congratulations on the pound!

Oh, Ruth. You and your poor wrist. You're not a complainer, so I know it must be really bad. Hugs for you and dear Harry...

Karen, I'm glad your little love is better. It's so frightening when our children are ill.
I hope your exam goes well!

I'm going to Mom and Dad's today. Someone from palliative care is going over to assess Dad for pain management.
I'm going to load up my car with some more stuff for their place in the city. They should be moving into the city in about two weeks, which'll make it much easier on my sister and I in terms of driving. Right now it's a 40 minute drive out to their place in the country. Not that I resent the drive, but it'll be nice just to walk a few blocks to their new place.

Oh! I went to my second OA meeting last night. It was great! I'm right back on track again. I've lost two of the four pounds I packed on at the cottage.

Have a great day, girls! Love and hugs to all...

[little chick]

Morning Mama, Ruth and Kiko, and the rest of the sleepy heads. What a great day again today it must be a record to have two sunny days in a row and hot as well. My dad just left with my youngest daughter they are off to the driving range and then a day of golfing she is so excited. She has been dying to learn how to golf and I can't so Grampie is the teacher.

Ruth- you are such a wonderful person making bouquets for your neighbours. I am sorry that your wrist is still hurting and then to have itchy bug bites as well you must be going insane.

Mama- sorry to hear that you are not sleeping well are you feeling a little bit like this this morning. I hate it when I don't sleep I end up being really witchy my family just stays out of my way. Hope you sleep better today. Congrats on the pound. Wish I could get my butt back on track.

Kiko- Glad you wee one is feeling better. But sorry to hear you lost you mommy day. They are so important to have, we really don't get as many as we deserve. I wish I would take the time to plan for the week. I really need to sit down and make myself do that.

Well I must go and try to acomplish something today. Well chicks have a great day.

[little chick]

Hey Ellis we were posting at the same time. Hugs to your family when you see them today. Look at the drive as a little me time. Play some calming music and enjoy the time. Take care. Glad to hear that you are back on track. Come on down and give me a kick in the @$$.

[cac]

Hi everyone,

Not much to say. I have been back in the gym for the last two days. I hope it stops raining so I can go for a bike ride wed morning (can't get to the gym).

cac

[wendyp]

Good morning all! It's shaping up to be another HOT, HUMID south Georgia summer day --I think DS and I will be spending much of it at the pool!

Well, Day 1, Phase 1 is history and I survived! Even walked past a pan of brownies on the kitchen counter without looking back (although, they seem to be calling my name this morning--maybe my DS and his buddies would like them for breakfast--I'm such a good mother!) Also, started a run/walk program last night--30 minutes on the local park trail!

Question about a product you may know about: Coca-Cola makes a drink called Minute Maid Light--it's a juice drink, different flavors...i prefer the lemonade. Anyway, it's 5 calories, no sugar, 1 carb. I know I can't drink this all day, every day but occasionally I just need something a little sweet and this seems to do the trick. What do you guys think?

Here's to another glorious day of just being alive!!

[KristasMom]

Good morning, ladies!

Not much to say today - my boss is back from vacation, and there is lots to do.

I bullied DH into going to the dentist yesterday - he broke his upper bridge about a year ago, and, being a strong-minded man who doesn't like dentists, he let us live with "old toothless" for the past year. I finally told him that I hated living with an old man who looked like that! I do understand about the pain, but I didn't think this could be good for him. The dentist says he has a raging infection in there, and has put him on antibiotics, so he is going to feel much better, as well as being back to his handsome self. MEN! I'm far too vain to not take care of my teeth.

Kid's coming home on Friday. I can hardly wait - the house is so quiet, I hate it.

Sue

[clovey]

Hi everyone
Well, what is going on here today? Not much. I made the GLORIOUS Ethiopian Chicken recipe for supper last night....I even dreamed about that recipe last week (I dreamed that I added half a jar of marmalade to the pot and it was fantastic, and a chef who was there congratulated me on my culinary creativity.....)

Went to starbucks today and had soy milk iced chai tea. I was happy with it until I became suspicious of how sweet it was and sneaked a look at the carton....they use sweetened soy milk! Sweetened with apple juice!! Grrr. No wonder it was tasty. Now I have to detox off of that.

Ruth, I hope your arm gets better soon. It sounds horribly painful.

bye for now everyone

[Barb0522]

Ruth - Sorry to hear your wrist is bothering you so much. We'll make sure to welcome the many newcomers so you can concentrate your posts on the questions we can't answer. You need to rest that wrist.

Karen - Sorry about your daughter. I know my son got sick less often as he got older so hopefully your daughter will be the same way. You mention school. Are you a teacher?

I tried a wonderful recipe last night with swordfish, shrimp, Rotel tomatoes and whole wheat egg noodles. I WILL find time to post it soon as well as the salmon recipe since some don't have the cookbook.

[Kiko]

Barb Yup, I teach fifth grade in Plano. I cannot believe we will be going back soon. This summer has flown by! Is your son going into first grade?

Clovey Don't you hate that??? Hope the sugar hangover isn't too bad!

Ellis Hugs to you and your family! Thanks for the well wishes for the exam.

[sweet tooth]

Morni'

Have to make this quick...too much to do at work today. Hope everyone has a great day. Take care.

[justjodi]

morning beach chickies,
not alot going on here really busy at work today. i just wanted to check in 1 minute and say hello to everyone!!! hope you all have a great day!!! i'll try to check back in later.

[beachgal]

Good morning, everyone!

Mamacita: so sorry about your sleeping troubles! That can be so hard! Congrats on your pound lost!

Ruth: your poor wrist! I'm sending lots of healing prayers your way. Hope you can feel better soon. Mosquitos! My arch enemies! The one thing I have found that truly helps with the darn bites is ice! I wonder if you can stick a few ice chips under your splint? You are a sweetheart to make bouquets for your neighbors. I bet they were glorious!

Kiko, glad your daughter is feeling better, sorry about the Mommy day, though. What classes will you be taking? Good luck at the OB/GYN!

Ellis, you're making me jealous! I have to skip OA tonight to do Vacation Bible School...so glad you are enjoying it, though. I really hope the care people can assist your dad with pain management. He (and you) are in my prayers. It will be so nice when you can just pop over and visit with your dad! What a blessing you are to help with all the moving and painting!

BBQ Skewer (Little Chick): I'm sure you don't need any kicks! Good for your DD to learn to golf...I have no idea how!

Wendy, you are a for denying those brownies! Good for you! : I fully agree with using boys as trash compactors for non OP food! It's a good thing! The Minute Maid Light is probably fine, just treat it like Crystal Light...no more than 2 glasses a day count as part of your water intake. (You can drink more, just don't count is as part of your water for the day). Also, the calories count towards your sweet treat total for the day (75 cals).

Sue, did he tell you it was "just a sprain"? Men! They are so afraid of doctors! Glad he's getting it taken care of. My boss is back to...so less time on the boards for me!

Clovey, don't you hate it when sugar sneaks into your food and you are trying so hard to be good??? *grrrrr* I bet it will do less damage than you think. Just throw some protein into the the next meal to make sure. How's the cottage hunting/buying going?

We had the Chicken, Apple, and Walnut salad from the SBD cookbook, made with mayo instead of Italian dressing. I had mine in a pita, which was delicious! Very good...I recommend it! Tonight we are having the raspberry chicken salad. Should be tasty.

Did the first night of VBS last night. It was a blast! We have 20 kids ranging in age from Kindergarten to fourth grade. They were well behaved (for kids), and really enjoyed the craft we did. The one we are doing tonight is going to require their following my directions...not sure how well that's going to go over, but we're going to try it. Would love your prayers that I can help them do this fun craft without frustrating them!

Well, better get back to work or I'll get nothing done before lunch! Have a wonderful day on the beach!