Well, you get rid of one problem (taxes) and another pops up! A pipe broke in the wall upstairs and water was pouring through the ceiling into the laundry room. It felt like hot water. So, poor Tom is going to have to work on plumbing issues this weekend, and he is NOT going to be a happy camper. The whole house needs to be replumbed, but it will cost about $4,000 and we just can't afford it right now- especially after paying taxes. I have no water now. :cry:

And now I need to leave to go do my volunteer stint... talk to you all later! :wave:

Oh Monet...you make me think like a claim adjuster when I hear about your water...hope everything gets taken care of for you quickly...hope you have a good insurance policy for any damages...lol!!!

Fillese...yeah, WW didn't work out for me...but, this is sure working...so, I am happy. I try everything though..once...and your weightloss looks great...7.5lbs!!!

Teensy...thanks for the welcome. You were off painting?? That sounds fun!! My DH was an art student for quite awhile at Kent State University before he switched to Radio/TV production..hehe..he now works as a salesman...but, he does paint/draw/sculpt awesome!! I told him he should go back to his calling and forget the sales...ya know??

Jack-K...walking sounds great...I love to go on long walks...I should get the family out after dinner each night..that should be a plan that would make us all better...


Okay, I gotta run..more replies later...


--Sar--

Happy Friday -- I am off work today!!!! Yay!!!

this is just a pop in right now....kevin went to work with his new iPod to show off to his friends....and he giggled at me when he walked out the door!!! i swear id smack him if i wasnt so happy he's in a good mood lol

Monet: sorry to hear about your plumbing....thankfully we havent had any major problems like that with our house yet but im sure it will happen soon (like when we REALLY cant afford it lol) hope you get all that fixed with very little damage done to your house.

well im off to fold some laundry

hope everyone has a great day!!

Oh my poor 2 yr old DD is sobbing...last Sunday, she skinned her knee..and we put a bandaid on it...well, since then, she HAD to have it on...so, we changed it and changed it..and each time we were going to take it off for good (trust me..all wounds are healed) she sobbed and sobbed..so, we put a new one on...well, enough was enough and today before her bath, I took it off for good...well...45 minutes of crying later..she has a stained face and circles under her eyes...but, it is for the best...

BEING A PARENT IS HARD SOMETIMES!!!

she had stopped crying and we went to talk to her...and then crying started again..my DS said "oh mommy, there she goes again" -- and I told him..just wait until she is older...she will have "boys, makeup, etc etc..." oh, my emotional DD...

I am going to gazelle in a sec. I like it...hurts my inner thighs...so, I know I am doing something right!!!

Yesterday I gazelled (is that a word??) and then ellipticalled (is that a word??) So, I accomplished some exercise.

-Sar-

Well, I am one tired pup today. I was tired before last night, and now I'm really tired. We left the concert a few minutes early just to get a jump on traffic. Well, good thing we did because when we got on a freeway leading to our turnoff home, there was road construction...they had the freeway down to one lane, and there are no turn-offs once you get on this stretch on the freeway. It took us over 45 minutes to move 3 miles. We didn't get home until 1 a.m., and didn't get to bed until around 1:30. I then had to get up at 6 a.m. to get Britt up and off to school. I will be skipping the gym today and taking a nap instead. The concert was great though; they put on a very good show. The opening act was horrible, and almost gave me a headache before the main event. The bass was so loud, it felt like my heart was beating out of my chest; you could feel every vibration, and our seats were not that close.

We ate at Sonic on the way out last night, and I had an illegal burger and about 5 onion rings. I then got a strawbery banana slushie at the arena when we got there. I was at 120.5# this morning though, so no harm done.

So far today, I have had legal cereal w/blueberries & skim milk. I also had an apple.

Gosh, after this week, Britt only has 6 more weeks of school before summer; I've got to get some things planned for them so they are not bouncing off the walls.

Sarah: Delaney is going to be 3 in July. Your poor DD; you'll have to find one of those washable body tattoos in the shape of a band-aid and put it on her knee (ha). My 7-year old (who should know better) and Lane were using red ballpoint pens a few days ago, and decided to "autograph" eachother's bodies. They both had red ink all over them; it took a few baths to get that out. Now Lane wants to do it everytime she gets her hands on a ballpoint pen.

Ken: The kids are doing well; everyone seems to be on the mend (knock on wood). Thanks for asking. Your recipes always sound so elaborate; you must spend an awful lot of time in the kitchen.

Toni: Glad you are feeling better. Good luck getting back on track. Lurk all you want, but we like to see you post too.

BOB: The dinner sounds fabulous...made my mouth water.

Sebray: what a funny story about the ipod. I didn't even know what one of those was until a month or so ago. Once I stopped working, I became so unaware of the big world out there. I feel so clueless sometimes. My life seems to consist of potty-training, Britt's homework, planning Mom's Club functions, cleaning house, breaking up fights, laundry, etc...you get the point.

Teensy: It's been pretty dry for the past few weeks here, but we definately had a very wet winter and start to Spring. That is why my allergies and the girls allergies are so bad....everything is in bloom and beautiful (if I could only see through my bloodshot eyes - ha). It's always best to ease back into that weightlifting....I've been pretty lax lately too, and have to commit to getting back into it. With sick kids, and learning that I have to totally adjust the way I was working out to accommodate this new "condition," I've been sorta not too motivated.

Monet: Chile relleno casserole? Please share!! So sorry about the leaky pipe. Doesn't homeowner's cover something like that?? I hope Tom doesn't have to spend too much time (or money) to repair it.

Jack: So happy to read that you are getting your haircut :) . How have your dr. appts been going? What do they do now to check to make sure the cancer stays away?

Tech: I love frozen blueberries and they tend to be a lot more affordable than fresh ones. I eat them on my oatmeal or in my cereal, or just plain for a cold treat occasionally. I get some at Costco that are really good and they come in a great big bag. The girls will enjoy the makeovers; what fun!

Well, I better go give Lane some much needed attention. She was really good for the sitter last night, and seems kinda clingy to me this morning.

Have a great OP day.

Pancho: glad you had a good time at the concert....yea i know how busy our lives get once we have kids lol....just remember to BREATHE!!! :)

I just had a good lunch, light but full. I found this whole wheat ravioli at Publix by Monterey Pasta and it is made of ww four and semolina flour. It has 5 to 6 grams of fiber in each serving and it is pretty tasty. The only downsize to it is, it is quite pricey compared to the regular for that small package (2 1/2 servings) but I think that is the right serving for me since it is easy to eat more. Jess loves it and I think dh too. I will have to save that for once in a while treat...lol.

I am a little tired today because I didn't sleep good last night and the last 2 nights. I think I will try to take a power nap after this. My body really needs it because I seem to get short of breath easily when I am tired lately. I noticed the pattern now and whenever I have enough rest, that doesn't seem to be the problem unless I overdo myself. I also planned to visit a new neighbor later. They moved in few months ago and I finally spoke to the wife yesterday and decided that Jess and I should pay her a visit. She has 2 kids and her daughter loves playing with Jess eventhough she is much older.

My menu :

Breakfast : Leftover of the last ww pancakes (dd supposed to eat it but decided she wanted cereal instead), 1 fried egg and 2 lean breakfast sausages.

Snack : An apple.

Lunch : 3 squares of ww ravioli with tomato sauce, baked cod with onions, cherry tomatoes and bell-peppers, pan-seared fennel and mixed green salad.

Snack : An orange, nuts and 1/2 cup of milk.

Dinner : Not sure yet

I don't think I have the energy to do replies now plus Jess is stucked under the bed and needs my help....lol. I will be back later.

Julia

Just a pop in. I don't think this day will ever be over. It seems to be dragging along.


Tech, you remind me of my DH and the blueberries. He won't buy them b/c of the cost, but he has never asked for Fabio to spoonfeed him. Thank goodness. :lol: Have fun with all those girls and the makeup.

Susan, with as busy as you will be, those 2 weeks will fly by. Then so willthe time in Italy. You are doing so great on WW. A couple days in a cabin in the mountains sounds wonderful and relaxing. have fun.

Monet, another pipe? Poor Tom. I hope you didn't have too much of a mess. Our icemaker broke and flooded our kitchen and down into the finished basement. I hate floods.

Sarah, walking with your family would be fun. The time goes faster when you have someone to talk to (even though my DH is not a talker). Beware, I have one of those very emotional daughters and she is 22. She is the worse I have ever seen and I am pretty bad.

Sebray, hope your get a turn with the Ipod.

Nat, glad the concert was fun. We went to see Toby Keith las month and I hated his opening act (Ted Nugent). Nothing worse then sitting in stalled traffic. Dr. appts are fine. They test my blood for markers every 4 months. It is still a little unnerving when I have to go.

Julia, I would love to find ww ravioli. Take care of yourself and don't overdo.

Everyone say some prayers or cross your fingers or anything else that works that my DD sells her house this weekend. Thanks

Have a great weekend everyone. Talk to you Monday.

Good afternoon. Grocery shopped today. I hope I got enough healthy stuff to have a good start in the right direction. The only thing I did get that wasn't legal was some fresh corn on the cob. But I did get a beautiful basket of nice strawberries. Can't wait to try some of them. Anyway thank you all so much for your encouragement, it really means so much to me. I feel like I'm really fighting an up hill battle. (wish weights on my feet). Hope everyone has a good week end.

Just a quick post to post hair pictures and Ill post more later.
These arent the best cause I took them myself but here goes.
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T.G.I.F.!!!!

Not been a good day....Kate was worse this morning...broken out even more!!
Called the Doc, explained everything and he told me to take her to the E.R.
He wanted to admit her and run some IV's and thought it would be an easier admit thru the ER...NOT!!!! The ER Doc said there really isn't anything they could run on her to make the healing process any quicker. He called Dr Millin and talked it over with him, and they decided on....a med for the itching to take along with the MED PAC (steroid) that Dr Millin started her on Tuesday.
THEN...when she's done with that, she is to take a round of PREDISONE which will get to the root of the reaction. When she's done with that, she has ANOTHER script for another MED PAC....and HOPEFULLY, that will do the trick. PLEASE EVERYONE.....Keep your fingers crossed that this works!!!

SARAH...I did WW in conjunction with SB and I lost like crazy...Had to quit thought because here in FLA, there aren't any independant WW's...they are all franchise and cost out the butt! I tried doing it by myself, but without the support of the meetings and the "AGONY OF GETTING ON THE SCALE IN FRONT OF SOMEONE" , it just didn't work!

OH MADAM MODERATOR???

http://pages.prodigy.net/bestsmileys...y_of_cake2.gif I have a suggestion....Can you create a section on the "LEAD IN PAGE" where we can list everyone's birthday by month???? By doing this, only YOU can add or delete. Just make it an information only section. http://pages.prodigy.net/bestsmileys...3/PRESENT2.GIF

Colleen....Kate had a bad reaction to AUGMENTIN that she was taking for an upper respiratory infection. She had taken penicillin (sp?) all her life but had never taken the augmentin before. The two are related in compound, so she will never be able to take either again.

Got to go for now, I'm in the middle of fixing supper...I'll be back to address the rest of YOU BUSTIN BUDDYS a little later.

BOB http://pages.prodigy.net/indianahawkeye/newpage13/8.gif



P.S. I did want to say....

CINDY...I love your hair...Makes you look BEAUTIOUS!!!!! http://pages.prodigy.net/rogerlori1/.../smileyhug.gif


Ok....That's it for now! http://pages.prodigy.net/rogerlori1/emoticons/lol4.gif

Greetings from Monet's Waterworld!

There is NO ceiling in the laundry room. What wasn't falling down, Tom ripped off when he came home at lunch today. He took a personal half day to deal with the problem. We now have cold water, but no hot. He is planning his line of attack, and it looks like he will have to tear out the ceiling in the hall downstairs, and cut holes in the wall in the hallway upstairs as well to reach the pipes. The hole in the ceiling in the laundry room is so weird looking! I don't know if I should laugh or cry!

BOB: I can try to figure out how to do that! Its good for me to be stretched so I have to learn!

To complete BOB's suggestion, I would appreciate if you all would PM me with your birthday so I can put it on the list and post it.

Ok, I need to get back to plotting and planning with Mr. Tom, so I will try and do my replies later this evening. I am going to have to plant the garden myself this year...so we have to talk about that and purchase the plants we need when he goes to Home Depot to get plumbing supplies. :cry:

Today seemed to go so slow... but now its over..the work week ! Yeah! And its to be a beautiful weekend. We are going to my folks tomorrow afternoon to mow and trim and fertilize their yard. My poor dad wont be able to do it anymore . That was one thing he loved to do but being on oxygen 24 hours a day and not even able to walk out to the mail box makes it impossible for him to do yard work. So between us and my son and my brother we are going to try and handle it all this summer. So we are going to take over some steaks and have a barbque when we are all done . Im making now a Almond flour pound cake to take and thought Id use it for strawberry shortcake.

Tonight dh and I had a nice dinner out all alone ( without ds) for the first time in ages. Since he moved back home I feel bad not taking him when we go out to eat. But he started a class today and wasnt here so off we went lol.

Crystle- hey wanna a good use for tangerine-orange diet rite? I do the beer can chicken but use the diet rite and it gives it the best flavor. Try it and see its fantastic.

Sebray- wow, how neat on the Ipod. What a nice surprise!

Tech- I love blueberries too but hardly buy them fresh cause they are SO expensive. I usually just get them frozen ( sf of course) at walmart for 2 good size bags at usually $2.50 a piece.

Fillise- My vacation in June I dont have any plans cause Im the only one off. Probably just some stuff around the house and yard, maybe go camping over one weekend with dh. We have our vacation together ( dh and I ) planned in Oct . and we are planning on going to Niagara Falls . Im so excitied since Ive never been there!

Monet- so sorry about your plumbing . Thats the pits.

Bob- Sorry about Kate. I will pray for the meds to work.

Hi to everyone I missed !

Fridays menu
b- mock danish
s- lc yogurt
l- turkey and swiss roll ups
s- 1oz peanuts
d- King crab..yum.. romaine salad with reg ranch and of course spinach, steamed asparagus.

Flying by....

We went to Home Depot and got tomato plants, two poblano pepper plants (one of which I broke on the way home! Grrr) and Tom got the pipe and joints and stuff he needed to work on the plumbing. He said he hopes to have hot water restored to James' shower downstairs and the kitchen tomorrow morning. Yay! I hate James' shower, but at least we won't stink! :) I was feeling so tired, crabby and sore tonight, that James poured me a large glass of Fonseca Bin 27 port. Ah! I am still sore, hot and crabby, but I don't care anymore! :lol3:

I may be back, or I may go to bed. If I do crawl in bed, I will be back in the morning! Sweet dreams! :wave:

Hey I'm back!
 

Sorry it's taken me so long to get back on Board (haha)! :) My mom is doing much better now. She got to move over to the rehab part of the hospital today to gain a little more strength back before they send her home. Hopefully all will be on the right track then. We are planning a vacation in June and will head down for an entire week. :cool: I can't wait!

I weighed in on Wednesday and I haven't lost anymore since last week. I may have even gained a little back. I have been under stress with my mom and the unplanned trip though so I will wait till this week to see what happens before I change my ticker.

Monet- Good luck with the planting and the plumbing!

Cindy- I keep noticing the Mock danish on your menu. What is that?

Orange- Is Kate your daughter? I should probably know, but I'm a newbie. :?:
Hope she gets better soon!

Toni- I always feel better after I have filled the house with healthy foods! ;)

Keng- I'll have to look for that ravioli. I'm in Ga too!

Pancho- My kids like to eat the frozen blueberries straight from the freezer! :hun:


Sarah- My 10 yr. old daughter was like that with bandaids when she was little too. My mom used to say she was addicted to them. :lol:

Well, I'm off to bed now. My son has his middle school band spring concert tomorrow night. Hope everyone has a great weekend! :wave: