Hi ladies.
Soon2B--I am SO sorry for the behavior of your sister. You are being very strong in a difficult time. Try to find some time for yourself in all this--even if it's just a quiet bath or new scented lotion or cup of tea. You need to take care of you, too. :grouphug:

Everyone else--way, way, lots of posts today, so I don't think I can reply to everyone. Welcome, newbies.

Scale is up 2 lbs today, but that has everything to do with fried fish, hush puppies, homefries, coleslaw, and sweet tea at the farmer's market fish place yesterday (DH's choice) and then chapatis at supper (with chicken stew and cabbage.) I had chapatis today, too. They're soo good---but I remember when I was on P1 and made them, and was barely tempted. Ahh, well, I think I see the rest of the week in P1.

No news on MIL. DH took DS to get his hair cut this morning, and he came back shorn! I cried for half and hour, sobbed, really. He has (had) beautiful soft curls, and they were just little softies on top, and the sides were straight. He does look cute, but still..........it's taking some getting used to. Jog/walked the trail again today, but without DS and the stroller. Wow! what freedom. I didn't have to stop even once, and jogged a lot more. But at least with the stroller I get some upper body work. Speaking of jogging, my new sports bra arrived today. Haven't used it yet, but I think it will be good. You can go to Title 9 to order it, or punch in "enell sports bra" into the search engine. Some sites have better sales than others, I see now that I know the manufacturer. Oprah actually endorses it, as do several Olympic atheletes and such. It's huge, but supportive (I think. I'll let you know tomrorow..)

Have a good day, everyone.

Just a quick hello. I have got a sore throat today but don't feel too bad.I did get my exercising done.I am making that a priority. Just got call from doc and thyroid is normal now so that will help too.
I am going to experiment with supper tonight.I am going to make chilli with lean beef strips instead of ground turkey or beef. Some of my exeriments turn out ok and some not so good. :lol: :lol: It is still hot here but today has been on cloudy side.We are suppose to get some rain but not yet. Have a good evening :D :wave: :love:

Gryff, I lost 13 pounds a week in P1, then dropped 5 a week in P2 for about 9 months. Now it's more like 0-5 pounds a month. :dunno: Each person is different, but it definitely does drop off.

Anchor, take care of yourself, okay hon? I've never heard of those detoxes doing anyone any real good, and in the meantime, your body is craving protein and taking it from your muscles and organs. Stick to the healthy stuff hon...it's what will help you in the end. :grouphug:

Laurie...Yes the invoices are part of my job. I work for an electrical contractor. I was catching up on all the bills/ statements for 3 months and it took me til 3 this afternoon to get my part done but I will have more tomorrow!!!!!!!! Yikes! lol

Active...It is while the regular girl has her baby. She is not due until mid july but is leaking already...and is planning to take a 12 week leave after the birth..so it should be til late Sept. early Oct. depending on the bith date.

Soon...I hate it that you had to put up with crap like that but I can totally understand cause I know I have siblings that will be that way if anything ever happens with my Mom. I'm sure when she realizes how she has acted towards you and your dad she will apologize for the way she acted! Hang in there girl and vent anytime!


Well it has been a busy day! I didn't even take a lunch today I was so busy the time flew right by. Thank goodness cause my sinuses could have made it a long day! lol Well I better go rustle us up some din din. I'm hungry! lol Have a great evening all!

OMG! Look at all the posts. I don't even have time to read them much less respond!
Just popping in to tell you that this difficult day is over and I've not eaten anything stupid! I am going to light the BBQ and do a chicken breast and grilled veggies for supper. It's late but it's been a big day.

Ruth...((((hugs)))) Glad to hear everything went ok and you are on to the next day!


Kiko...I forgot to say how cute the girls are! I wanna hold the baby!!!! lol

Ruth :grouphug: You know we are all here for you. Good for you for eating well under stress. It isn't easy.

Bamie Thanks! I think they are pretty cute myself!

I found a "Three Week Body Makeover" walking plan on the Prevention website. It looks reasonable and doable. I am going to start it tomorrow!

Off to getting big sister out of the tub! Talk to you all in the morning!