Cristina~ You snuck in on me! He is really excited about going to school and they do a lot of stuff in the short amount of time that they are there....so that makes it a really great thing for him!

Good Evening -

omg - I have been walking for hours and in need of a shower! I like totally stink. Too much info?? haha. Actually I didn't walk and I don't stink.

Which reminds me I picked up some grapefruit lotion at the store over the weekend. I read where grapefruit smell makes you appear younger to the man. So, I was telling the cashier this and she said "so, you going to give it a go??".....yep, I said I wanna be at least 20. haha.

Cristina- I loved the begining of Kite Runner but the middle and end kind of was too dramatic and depressing. I haven't been feeling too good today, must be the hummas I ate -lol - sounds gross - have you eaten hummas? I love to bargain shop, I bought Gaby a cute sweater and dress of only $11 - total. and she looks so nice in it. Anyway - I love the wedding talk, it is fun :)

Mindee- Gaby was excited when I picked her up. She was all in a tither about the leprechaun visiting the classroom and leaving behind gold for the kids while they were on the playground - of course the gold turned out to be chocolate. I have never seen her so thrilled. She said "you know it is kind of like elves., their small" and I said "like the tooth fairy??" and she agreed. We always have these indepth conversations. lol
I am not sure when the kids are going to meet McD. It would be nice if he could give Rach evening transportation back home. He has offered several times, he is very easy going, laid back kind of guy.

So, my chickies are at the PTA movie - it is Disney Game Plan. I have laundry in, almost ready for the dryer.
I ate a small portion of mac and cheese w/ Gaby today and some pretzels. I need to go shopping in the morning. I just feel ill and exhausted,.....I guess I should go to bed before 4am, huh? Now I am dragging, I never learn.

k- better get. You all have a nice evening :)

just popping back in here really quickly......

last night I was in bed again by 12:30am.....so I am hoping to make this a new trend! I even got up with my alarm, and was already awake when Tommy called to make sure that I was awake! Tomorrow, is a big day for Brandon.....they have school pictures! I can't wait to see how they will turn out!!!!

I have to run to the dumper to take some garbage out.....then finish filling up the dishwasher and get that running. the kids are coughing.....and Marissa is stuffy. So, it looks like the wonderful weather here in Michigan is sparking a cold with them. Hopefully the medicine is working on all three of them!

SusieQ~ That sounds like the Gabster had a lot of fun! I love having conversations like that with Brandon when he gets home from school! I have noticed on a couple of his projects, that they have him learning to write his name already! He is also getting better at laying his name, and other things, so school is working out for him! he is doing great in speech too!

Happy St. Paddy's Day!!!
 

Sassy--hehe I could have used a bulging bride personal trainer back in the day - for sure....I never was good at losing by a deadline

Susan- Sounds like G had a good St. P's at school...Leigh did too. One kid came to school dressed up like a leprechaun and passed out chocolate coins...very cute.


Mindee - I enjoy reading about Brandon's school - it sounds wonderful


Crisitna- how go the wedding plans today? I remember when we were planning ours 18 years ago...even though we had a real scaled down, simple, wedding, it was still crazy to plan. Why is that?

Sue - Hiya..good to see you popping in....

Sorry I haven't been around...kids were sick, now I am catching up this week and getting ready to leave town for spring break next week. Not much time to post, I 'm afraid. I finally dipped a bit below my ticker weight, but not enough to change it, yet...working hard at it..in fact I am off to pilates in 45 minutes....so have a great day everyone! I will try to post a bit before we leave

Good Morning,

I have to be somewhat fast because I have Gaby and Rach home today. I let Gab stay because she wasn't feeling good. I hope she isn't getting in bad habits w/ wanting to avoid school.....I mean, this morning she said she her feet were hurting, like that should be enough for a *sick day*. lol

Katy - We did miss you!! I was going to say something today about DS and DD, I am glad they are feeling better. I was at Starbucks and saw a poster for Japanese Gardens on 3/25 - free admission. I think I will go if it is sunny. Last time I took the girls they were throwing pepples in the exotic fish pond.....did I spell exotic correctly? ugh.

Sassy - I hope you are getting out of your blahs! It is nice to have you back too after the weekend......

which is a good place to say Jules, where are you??

Mindee - Brandon is a doll, I enjoy hearing about his schools days!!

ok- hi to Cristina , Sue, Francie, Michelle!!

I need to go have som eproper breakfast and Rach has to go for her drug test w/ her new job. Lets hope she passes....lol

Toodles!

Hello ladies...

Man, I am tired of shopping! Was trying to find DD a sweater. She's wearing a summer'y dress, so cute...but we know the air will be on for the reception and she will freeze. So everything is the half sleeve or 3/4 sleeve and those cute little, and I do mean little, short things. Found one at Kohl's yesterday but she didn't like it for the reasons above, lol. At least we found her some shoes! Hey, does walking around the mall for two hours count as exercise, lol? I am counting it today, lol! I did get in 45 minutes before leaving so that felt good, sort of. I hadn't done any exercise since Friday :yikes: Just good to be home.

SUSAN...hope the girls feel better soon. And no, I have not had any hummus (sp?) one day I may try it. I do love a good sale, I just hate digging! Some of those places people go crazy and make a big mess and this Kohl's is one of those places. That was cute...the leprechaun leaving the gold, lol.

KATY...wedding plans are coming along...pretty much done sort of. As done as can be before the actual day. No, actually we are working on the music. I think I am going to go with Forever Young by Rod Stewart for the mother/son dance. I like the words, and it's not country or sappy...two things Josh hates. Hey, enjoy your trip!

SASSY...we already did the girl scout cookie thing, ugh! V had the shortbread ones, the mints and some lemon ones that I really liked, lol! But DS & DD ate the majority and I was glad! I have seen that Bride show...think it was on We. Can't remember but they had a marathon one Sunday and me and DD watched it most of the day, lol. I would love to have a trainer to get me in shape like that, maybe, lol. I've not seen the show you mentioned on TLC but that is basically my diet...I eat when I am hungry, I eat what I want, just watch my portions and make sure I drink my water and have two snacks a day. Okay, so that's what I try to do, lol.

MINDEE...I feel like I am running myself ragged! Who would have thought that shopping would be so tiring, lol. It wouldn't be so bad if I could just go to one store and find what I am looking for but noooooo...gotta go to about 15! Ha! when I saw your post and you said you had to go to the dumper I thought, why is she telling us she needs to go potty, lol! :lol: Finished reading and figured you meant the trash outside, lol. Well, it sounds like Brandon is having a GREAT time at school!

JULES...hoping all is well with you missy. I know you are busy working and having fun with the little one.

SUE...how are you doing? Did you get any walking in today?

FRANCIE...I am halfway thru with the book I am reading and going to start the Shop one...can't wait!

Okay, so I am home and getting in some computer time. Going to go do another walk in a few minutes. Was going to do 45 minutes but I think I will just do about 30 and call it good.

Hoping everyone is having a wonderful day! Love ya's :hug:

Cristina - Just meant to write earlier that I can toss my copies Undomestic Goddess and Shopaholic Ties the Knot in the mail for you??

You can have them , certainly don't need to return. If you don't mind waiting for a few days til they get there??
Anyway- I will just *assume* you want them and send them - k??

Sassy - I use Nice and Easy. I had a streak job over a year ago and use the rinse to hide the faded out paprika color. :D

k- have to rush and write my McDreamy!

Ok, I am back for an afternoon chat!

Cristina- yum, I like the sound of mint and lemon cookies. I have a *draft* going for McD, I really need to send it off before he thinks I am forgetting him.
I have never been to Kohl's but have wanted to -anway - the 2 books went in the mail, should be there by Fri or Saturday! I am sooo excited.....hope you enjoy Becky as much as I did :).
Thanks for the "sweetie" compliment..*sigh....I use to be a nicer person before :censored: - and btw- walking at the mall counts as exercise :)

Katy- What are the plans for spring break, the beach? I hope to to the central coast next week, otherwise a lot of free swim for Gab.

I bought some more hummas this afternoon w/ a loaf of french bread. Took Rach for her drug test and now just kind of winding down and hoping to get Gab back in school tomorrow.

Going to watch American Idol and Dancing w/ the Stars......and feel like the soon to be 44 year old that I am. lol

k- gotta run!

Rain, rain, go away.... I think we are going to float away. :)
I didn't get to walk today and who knows when it will dry up and warm up? Every time we think it is going to be pretty it turns nasty again.
Hope you all with little ones enjoy Spring Break. Fun!

hello ladies....how are you all doing?

nothing new on this end.....just doing some things online and checking my email. I have been really good about getting to bed early that I am hoping to keep it up! Brandon got his pictures taken at school on Tuesday and I can't wait to see them!!!! Logan is still being a pain.......but only if Diego and Little Einsteins is not on! Marissa's hair is coming in like crazy now! I can't believe it is just over a month until Brandon and Marissa's birthdays!!!!!

Sassy~ I taped that show on my DVR, but I haven't watched it yet. I kind of caught bits and pieces of it. The main part that I caught was the putting the fork and knife down after each bite to savor the flavor.

Katy~ You are doing a great job with your weight loss! Where are you guys going on Spring Break?

SusieQ~ How is Miss Gabster doing? Is she feeling better? I would have loved to have stayed home because my feet hurt!

Cristina~ I agree with you! I have been looking for a new purse and a new pair of dress shoes since winter time and I can't find anything! I found a great pair of boots that I loved but we didn't have the money for them at the time. (mind you they were a size 10.....but they were soooooooo comfortable!) And I keep looking for a new purse, and have been since last year! I want a bigger purse but Tommy wants me to get a bigger purse with long straps. Since purse snatchers go after purses with short straps! (not really sure if the strap size matters.....but what ever floats his boat)

SusieQ~ I dvr'd AI and watched Dancing......I am hoping to get AI in tomorrow. I still have Flicka on there from a week ago that I haven't watched yet! And like I mentioned to Sassy, I have the "I can make you thin" on there as well.

Hi Ya Chicks!
 

Wanted to share an article with you all:

The Limits of Thin By Geneen Roth
Its in the April 08 Good Housekeeping Magazine and also on their website:
http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/heal...limits-of-thin

Hi all!! Quickie for me since I am on a break at work--I have been reading but not posting. Been busy at work, home and having some headaches/stiff neck and shoulders. Going to make an appt to get a massage so she can tell me if it is just tight muscles or I am out of line again and need to be adjusted by a chiro. I don't know why I just don't keep a standing appt to get a massage once a month since my insurance pays for 30 per year of massage/chiro combination.

Hey Jules - do we have a psychic connection or what? I am off to my monthly massage this morning..hee hee, and yes, insurance pays for part of it. I have a $25 copay and I get 12 a year..It is so worth it....so I say DO IT

Sassy..I don't have time to read the article right now, but will read it later. I really like Geneen Roth. Two good books you might like: When You Eat at the Refrigerator, Pull up a Chair, and When Food is Love

Hi everyone else...I have to hop in the shower then head over to the MT, so I'll have to post more later..Kids are well...keeping my fingers crossed that they'll stay that way through next week. We are going to spend some time with my mom, then go to Lincoln City for the last part of the week.

Ciao for now

Good Morning -

Jules - Hey Grandma!! I have missed you, sorry about the stiff neck.

Mindee- Gaby went back to school today. I am not sure what her problem is, I am starting to thing behavioral issues. She is sassy (no offense Sassy - lol) and I think maybe she is getting this from the older girls....or maybe she is just getting an attitude w/ age? You'll be able to post Brandons school picture? Did you get one of the kids w/ the Easter bunny?

Sassy- You building your ark? haha. Ignore me because I just had coffee. It really hasn't been too bad here weatherwise, the rain gets to be a drag though. I am glad your food plan thingie is working :)

Sue - You have to tell me again about your children Sue, I forget, they are all grown? Good to see you :)

Katy - Linclon City is nice, cross fingers for decent weather! We have been going to Neskowin when we go because it is free lodging - :) gives me money for gas money and clam chowder.

Cristina - Good luck on your morning shopping! Always impressed w/ your exercising!

Hi to Michelle and Francie!

Roll call done :D

Nothing much here, just in need of shopping and getting groceries in the house. Thinking of Saturday and the easter egg hunts. Gab's dad wants her and I don't wanna share. I know.......need to get along for her sake but it is my weekend and Easter is my favorite holiday and he did have her for Christmas.

anyway - you all have a great Wednesday!

It's that time again ladies! Head on over to BIK #39, please and thank you! See ya there :wave: