Good Friday Morning Everyone
It's a dreary day down here. We've had rains every day and it really hasn't stopped raining much since yesterday. As soon as I put on my bra and start dressing to go out for my walk it started to rain again, so those plans for today are scratched. I doubt I will even give it another thought as the day wears on, I'm not good at getting in walks later in the day. I guess it's a good thing actually as yesterday my ankle was feeling sore, must of done something funky to it during my walk.
Mom and I had a full day yesterday-we shopped til we dropped! I think the best bargain of the day was the eggplant I bought at .29 cents a pound! Have never seen it that cheap. Now, what to make with it. Eli is going to make his eggplant dish for me, probably 2 pans of that so I can freeze some for later. I'm dying for some decent eggplant parmigiana and as it may not be good when I make it, it has to be lots better than what I had the other night at a rest. we went to (explained below). Bought some other stuff, of course-mostly food.
We tried an Italian rest the other day, not my choice mind you. It was awful. I ordered the eggplant parm, asked him if it was heavily breaded which he said it wasn't. Also asked him for steamed plain veggies instead of pasta, he tells me they have broccoli. He comes out with the plate with pasta on it, send it back. Takes 15 minutes for them to make veggies, they bring back some julienned mixed veggies swimming in butter
I try the eggplant, it's all breading! They even had the nerve to serve 2 thin slices of eggplant as the entree, I tried scrapping away the breading, there's no eggplant inside-it must of dissappeared. I wasn't happy, sent it back and ordered the chicken cattiatori with veggies, CC is loaded with oil and even though there's not much, there's still butter on the veggies. Also, by the time they brought out my food, ELI had long finished his. I think I will continue to be a creature of habit and stick with the places I know I can't go to and happily eat-what a waste of $ at that place. I'm craving some good eggplant parm, and short of going to Orlando to Italianni's, I've got to come up with another solution.
Lastest on SB-doesn't look like the opening will be next week-so all that media stuff I sent was for naught and I doubt can be retracted at this time. What really sucks-the store will probably open while ELI is away in Lebanon, NOT good. We will know today for sure, they are suppose to have a walk through again today.
I sent everyone a link to a wonderful website filled to the brim with recipes galore. If you did NOT get an e-mail from me today either I do not have your e-mail address correct, you are not listed on the BIO BOARD, or you don't have your e-mail listed on the bio board. If you too want this link to the site, just e-mail me and I'll send it out to you.
ALSO, I sent a second e-mail regarding some new board ideas that Suzanne and I are coming up with, once again, if you did NOT receive an e-mail regarding this and want to, e-mail me with your info!!!
I better try and catch up with some of the posts before I get so far behind my butt's going to be dragging...
MELF, SEF, TRANQUIL, SERENE & HAPPY! What wonderful pictures of you all! MELF, thanks sooo much for posting those pictures for all of us to see, they are wonderful. I FINALLY get to see a picture of SEF!! WOO HOO!!!! I hope everyone on the board takes the time to view all the wonderful pics MELF has so graciously posted to share with us!!!
MELF, looks like you had a great time visiting the gals. I wish I could of been on your list of people to see, hopefully next time! I'm so happy you had this opportunity and I know in meeting so many of the gals myself what a great time you must of had. I look forward to meeting SEF, TRANQUIL & SERENE in the near future and seeing HAPPY once again as well. Thanks again for taking such great pictures and sharing them with the board.
TRANQUIL, I swear, the more pictures I see of you and SERENE, you are looking more like sisters! I may not be able to tell you two apart when we get to meet. I will e-mail you the other quiche recipes-if you don't get them in a timely matter, let me know, I tend to forget things sometimes, blame it on the age!!!
SEF, FINALLY, I see that face! Now when I talk to you on the phone or address you on the board, I can easily think of that kind hearted face that I saw posted! Okay, I know there's a little devil under that exterior, but there's one in all of us. Looks like a great piece you were working on in the picture. I loved finally having the opportunity of putting your face and name together!!!! Now when you moan and groan (and bi*ch) I can easily appreciate where it's coming from.
JACKK, taco ring? Sounds interesting, can you give me the low-down? Did you have fun at bunco? I wish I could learn to play, I don't know anyone down here that plays it.
SERENE, loved seeing the pics of you, TRANQUIL and MELF together! So, you broke down and bought a metal monster, eh? What kind did you get? I hope your scale has a nice temperment. That's wonderful that it got off to a good start and weighed you 2lbs less-seems it's a good week for you and the new scale. I hope you both have a nice long and loving "relationship"
Enjoy your reunion in GA! Have a safe trip!! Oh, loved the FF!!!
MERCY, CONGRATS! 2lbs down on the scale is wonderful. I do eat some nuts from time-to-time, but usually it's when I need to up my protein and fat as so little is so high in both those AND calories. For me, it's hard just to have a few, so usually if I want something I'll have some pb. Personally, I do not like Chinese food. I do like Thai, but rarely go for that (haven't had any since I started SB). If you are able to get your Chinese rest. to do a dish the way for it to be SB LEGAL then I think it's okay. I know at the Thai rest. they will accomodate me. I do believe that most Chinse dishes use not only MSG, but cornstarch to thicken the sauces. I guess it really depends on what you get as well as knowing to forego the eggrolls, fried noodles, fortune cookie, etc. I think journaling is a wonderful idea myself, it can definitely be an eye-openener!!!
BIGK, glad to have you back safe and sound. I know QUILTER had a wonderful time meeting you as well and I'm sure your visit was one of the reasons she's back on the board with us-no one wants to miss out from all this friendship we have on the board! Can't wait to see the pics you took!
GRACIOUS, you definitely figured out a better word than I did-flylarva! Was that your idea or has it been coined on flylady? If not, you definitely have to write her and coin that phrase because you had me laughing! Yes, I guess I'm flylarva, or maybe flysperm?
I delete many of her e-mails except for the ones that seem to be unusual and not the usual daily ones. I may try to put some of that info into gear today, that is, if I can get off the computer!!
ROSE, glad to hear things are going well. I'm hoping to get up there in August, after the kids get out of summer school. Nothing concrete, but I'll surely let you know if the plans materialize and I do get up there so we can meet. My Mom will be looking for new carpeting for their mountain house as well-if you come across any great bargain places, please let me know so I can pass it along
My GP's are leaving to go up today and my parents are going up sometime after the 4th of July.
MONET, Publix will not do a company logo on a cake, ELI's asked before and nothing copyright are they willing to do
I refuse to go to a Chinese buffet to eat. Not only because I don't like Chinese, but I don't do well at buffets. To me, it's like a free-for-all and not having the option of requesting the food as I like it to be void of certain things is not for me.
GUMBO, I think the guy has a job in computers that allows him to travel and make up his own schedule. I doubt now he'll be able to come, things are up in the air at this time and it doesn't look like next week is a go. Thanks for the Friday Funny!
BOB, hope you are feeling better. Will e-mail you soon! How's Ann doing? Tell her I said hello. And Skeeter, you haven't mentioned your main-man lately!
FROG, glad to see you back with us, you've been missed girlfriend. I think about you often, esp. every time I see something with a frog. Sorry to hear about your Aunt, my condolences to you and your family. Have you gotten your info for the WDW Marathon yet? The gal who got me in told me i'd get mine in a few weeks and it's been over a month-please let me know. Do you know what date you will come down before the marathon? What brand of sneaks did you get? I think I'm due for a new pair.
GOTTA, glad to see you back, wow, it's been a long time! Can't imagine my life now without a computer-you must of been having kanipshens without it!
QUILTER, loved our little chat this morning
Have you tried the tuna in the pouches? It's great and a wonderful thing to take and keep in your car for emergencies. Seriously, if you have a plastic fork (I carry plastic cutlery in my car all the time) a packet of mayo (get some from BK or the like) and some crackers in a baggie, you will NEVER be without something nutritious to eat in an emergency! Same goes with some PB, or some of those Laughing Cow cheese wedges, pop top cans of fruit in juice is another great thing. Just some thoughts as you mentioned the tuna, not saying you need these things, I just went on and on. WW flour should say STONE GROUND. As for your question about keeping motivated and staying OP, just what I said to you this morning-remember how good you feel being 100% OP and then think about each time you've eaten off plan and how you really feel at the time and afterwards and where it's taken you. THINK good and hard before you decide to eat something off plan and you may think twice about eating it!
FRUIT, glad to hear you are doing better! Are you still silent or is whispering going on? Don't worry about me girlfriend, I'm a rock, I'll be fine!!!
COUNTRY, wow, you made some good time girl! 10 minutes is wonderful for a mile! I think your time was awesome!
KIMMY, with 5 kids I'd think that was exercise enough to keep after them all. I know my sister has her hands full with 5. BUT, it's great to get out there and exercise with time alone for yourself, but I know it's hard. I have to say, not only does the exercise help me keep the weight down/off, but it give me such a natural high and I don't feel good when I don't get in my walk, like today. Makes me eat more when I don't get it in-not good. Just try to make sure you are eating enough, without journaling, it's a guesstimate.
NANCE, WHEW! What great news to hear you're back down to your low. PLEASE promise me that you will not look back, but forward! I am soo proud of you girl!!! Keep up the great work Nance! As for the gal at work, if this is how she "gets her way" I wouldn't give in. If you know you were right for saying no, you have NOTHING to apologize about. Check out
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JRED, glad to hear DD is feeling better. Crossing my fingers for you to get that elementary instructional technologists position. When will you get a yay or a nay on it??
JENN, hope you are feeling more energetic, you know I can surely sympathize with you on having those feelings! Can't imagine the caffein didn't wake you up. I had a cup last week, late in the evening and I didn't sleep all night-actually, 2 nights in a row I didn't sleep and my heart was beating a mile a minute!
CHRIS, I think HEINZ makes a SF baked bean, but it's only availble in the UK, but BOB says she's seen them. I have a recipe on the board for baked beans using agave though. Out of curiosity, what would you charge for an image on the cake that size? Not sure of the amount of corn starch they use in dishes-maybe do a search on google for a certain Chinese dish just to see, you may be surprised.
TONI, thanks again for the nice words in the e-mail-you always know how to make me smile
Here it is, almost 1pm and I"m still in my nightie and haven't done a flippin thing! Serves me right for getting so behind. Still raining here-probably stay in and try to clean off the dining room table, at least the stuff that's mine, don't touch ELI's-it's a big table, and it's going to take me some time-it's one of my many catch-alls for stuff!
I'll check in later
Have a great weekend!
Debbie
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SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
Thursday night
Really need/want to have some now! I plan to have a Christmas Open House in October or so. There are many beautiful Holiday items in the fall catalog and a Christmas supplement comes out in August/Sept. I am going to the SLAH convention in July. It is in Orlando and I am driving with a friend/my sponsor. I will not have any "free" time, as this will be a very fast and very business trip. I am looking forward to gettting to see all the items in the catalog and hopefully get some business ideas for recruiting hostesses and consultants. 
Rain, rain, rain
