quickie for Francie---I guy I actually used to babysit for is career navy--he and his wife loved being stationed in VA--they loved the beach and it was still close enough for them to see both their families..

just popping in to see how you are all doing!

Jules~ It is good to hear from you! I hope for every ones sake, that Dave really has changed and he isn't just saying that.

Jules~I've heard mixed things about VA..so I'm kinda unsure what to think about it..


Okay..I've uploaded my pics..so if you have me on myspace..you can check them out :) They're in the Seattle folder. (if you wanna add me, let me know ;))

Anyways..I think Fonzo is getting sick. He's all shaky and isnt hungry, which isnt like him at all. I freakin knew one of us was gonna get sick too. It started raining on us while we were in Seattle. Ugh..I hope its not the flu.

Well..its like 11:26pm right now and I'm finally gonna eat dinner, lol. I know..its really bad to eat this late..but I passed out when we came home from Seattle..and I wasnt hungry when I woke up (plus that and we had no food, lol). So ya..I'm gonna make a light sandwich and watch Medium.

Nighty nite everyone!!

Good Morning - it is hump day, not that that means anything to me. ha

Mindee- Wonderful progress report on Brandon! I am sure he will be fine.

Jules - I think it will be David Cook who takes it all. I think Brooke will be the next to go, only because Kristy Lee seems to have super clued herself to the stage.....and while I like Carley out of the ladies, I don't think she will get it. Tacoma?? Maybe he will make his way down to Portland?? Wonderful about Teri!

Francie- Virgina looks so pretty but Florida would be my choice for the warm weather and beaches!! btw- how did your husband get the nickname Fonzo? Hope he is feeling better! I want to see the Seattle pictures!!

Sassy - What channel is Sunrise? Thanks for the link I will go look. I guess my main question is will all us late filers still make the May send out date for the checks? You would think they would have to process them and all?? Why am I so f -ing confused.....I will go look at the link - lol

Cristina- You owe us indi's!!!!!!!!!!!!! lol jk - Wow, sounds like you are way busy. Miss you.

Katy - How are you??? Crappy weather, huh?? Freezing my arse off and looking for swim suits still for Gaby. There is a Swim Suit warehouse in SE I might take a look at....or there is one out in Beaverton.

Sue - Hey!! Come chat, we miss you. Hope your mother is doing ok, sending warm thoughts to you both!!

k- on the run!! I weighed and am close to 164, so I think I will be back to that weight by Friday. After my wild cheesebread weekend and pizza at the movie disaster. I munched a whole bag of ice since Sunday so have to go buy another one.

OMG!!! Best news and I almost forgot....Gaby lost her first (1st) tooth this morning!!!! How exciting, she was so proud and kept poking the hole with her finger. She is growing up!!!

k- better get, chat later.

Hello ladies...

SUSAN...you better keep that man of yours! Anyone who can make strawberry shortcake is a keeper in my book! Lol Bet it was delicious! Yay for Gaby losing her first toofie! I remember the days...stupid me kept the kids teeth in an envelope-don't ask me why-and one of the kids found them, lol. Ah, they were smart anyway and already knew that I was the tooth fairy. Hey, I think you will like the book Good In Bed...I loved it! I am fighting to get the one I am reading done. This has not been a good reading month for me at all.

SASSY...you don't like Khol's, omg! Are you sick woman? Just kidding...I'm not much of a Kohl's shopper, more of a Penney's & Dillards shopper but I did make a trip there this morning, lol. They have had some really cute babydoll tops and I grabbed a couple...can't beat the sales either. IKEA...been meaning to go there but haven't made it. Thanks for the 100 calorie snack post but come on...who is going to eat one strawberry newton and give one away? Not me, lol! Of course I've not tried them...I try my best to avoid the cookie aisle but sometimes ya just gotta have a cookie, or I do anyway.

KATY...WTG on the pound and moving the ticker! You are getting it done missy. I saw your stats on the side...didn't realize you are down to 176 :bravo:

SUE...I have to say, this year has been a weird one for sure with the weather. Warm one day and freezing the next. We just had the temps dip down to freezing a couple of nights ago after some beautiful days. Now if this wind will stop blowing so hard it will be perfect!

FRANCIE...I am not sure why I hadn't looked at your pictures before but I loved them all! The ones of you Fonz on New Years Eve were too cute! You guys make a cute couple! Love the purse! I've noticed a lot of pink in purses this spring...may have to get one. Sorry about the friend stabbing you in the back. We like to think when high school is over the little drama is too but I think some people just don't change. In other words, been there done that.

MINDEE...yay to Brandon's report! Seems he is adjusting well to going to school. UGH neighbors! Sorry you guys have to deal with that. You would think people would be considerate...I wouldn't want everyone knowing my business, lol. Guess some people just don't care. Hope it gets better and they quiet down.

JULES...I too hope Dave isn't just bs'ing and does change. Teri has one baby to take care of and she doesn't need another. :yay: to her for the promotion! I wish I was like you and could keep my mouth shut, lol! Sounds like Ryan has a good head on his shoulders and I would say so you don't have to worry about him. But...being a mother I know you will. I think we will always worry about our kids and miss them! Sorry dh is being a butthead, hugs to you. :hug: :hug:

And speaking of drama Susan...have my own little drama going on again with J & C. Only it's not so little, in my eyes anyway. I don't want to get into it though and I am butting out but I had to have my say so first. I am only looking out for what's best otherwise I wouldn't bother. But today I decided no more! I said my last bit about the situation and it won't come up again, not from me anyway. I can't take the stress anymore. It's been eating at me and I've not been doing so well with staying op. The exercise is still good but the eating...well, let's just say I am a stress eater. I think I may have an ulcer now too, ugh! Did get in 65 minutes of exercise and as soon as I get off this thing will do my second and last round for the day which is a 50 minute dvd. I think the exercise is saving me...working out my frustrations for sure. But at the same time it gives me time to think and that is something I don't need to be doing, lol. Anywho...that's about all I have for now.

Hoping all is well with everyone. Have a good day ladies!

P.S. I forgot to add that I did lose 2 pounds last week! :yay: Aiming for another 2 this WI, not sure if that will happen with the stress eating but today, so far, I have it under control. :crossed:

Cristina - ahhh, my Cristina Fix, I was about to go insane!!

:bravo::dance::cheer2::congrat: on the 2 pounds!!

I am doing the 2 steps forward 3 steps back diet. haha. I am never getting to goal it seems. I was thinking of just going out and buying some New Balance shoes and be done with it, I am never going to be able to afford it so why keep putting it off ....and getting out for walks would help my mental state. :dizzy: Actually I could afford it in 6 weeks but I will be *round the bend* by that time.

You're doing wonderful on your exercise Cristina. I am thinking we are all stress eaters, just having a blob of food to munch on eases my anxities. I have tried the journal thing but I can't write fast enough before my hand goes in the chip bag. lol

anyway - sorry about the J & C drama :hug::hug::hug:

The library only had Little Earthquakes by Jennifer Weiner, I put the others on hold, looks like some good reading!!

I better go pick up the toothless girl, thinking of a new tooth brush & kiddie tooth paste along w/ some $$ under her pillow tonight. lol

The strawberry shortcake was yummy!

k- thanks again for the fix!!! :)

popping in here while I have the time! I managed to go to bed early last night and woke up with Tommy's alarm clock this morning..............at 5 am! At that point, Brandon came into bed with me, and I was able to get back to sleep and got up with my alarm clock with no problems. I took a slight nap on the couch this morning, but woke up when my capris got wet from Logan! Off to the bath tub for him, and off to look for something for me!

Tommy is contemplating going up north this weekend to see my parents. And to take some clothes up there for my brother Sean, and for my sister Robyn's friend that is pregnant. He also has a chance to get some tickets to the playoff Red Wings game this Friday.

Speaking of sickies.......Logan has had a runny nose the past couple of days, and last night Marissa started with it. I have been giving them medicine, and I am about to run out of Logan's medicine actually. Tonight, Brandon has his hearing test at the pediatrician's office. I will let you all know how that goes when we get back!

Francie~ I hope Fonzo starts to feel better soon!

SusieQ~ That is so exciting about Gab loosing her first tooth!

Cristina~ I was really excited about his progress report! We are actually taking it with us to show his pediatrician tonight. I agree with you on the arguing and most people not wanting every body to know their business. I hope things get well before the wedding for J & C.

Thank you Susan! :hug:

Your diet sounds a lot like mine. I got down to 179 and then slowly let myself get back up, ugh! At least it wasn't too far til I got back on track so...we'll get there. I think you are doing GREAT too! Funny about the journal and chips, lol...you crack me up and I need something to make me smile! :D Just been in a mood for far too long. Just gotta keep busy and my mind off things. Gaby will love a new toohtbrush & toohpaste! Too cute she is!

Have a good one missy! :hugs:

Hiya Mindee! Saw you snuck in there and thought I better say HI! Sorry about Logan's accident. Sorry the kids are feeling icky...hope they get to feeling better soon. :hug:

Francie...I knew I forgot something (thanks for reminding me Mindee) sorry Fonzo isn't feeling good either and hope you don't get it.

Have a good day everyone!

hiya Cristina!

here I thought I was the only one on the two steps forward, three steps back diet! thanks for the hug.......it is greatly appreciated!

Susan~We want FL because we wanna go to Disneyworld and Unviseral Studios there, lol. We're dorks. Fonzo got that nickname because his name is Alfonso. I dont call him Alfonso unless I'm mad at him, lol. So its usually just Fonzo. And Fonzi if I want something, lol. Plus, his family calls him Fonso. They say the 'S' while I say the 'Z'. I dunno if that made any sense, lol. I see that you're gonna read Little Eathquakes. Thats a good book. I loved all of Jennifer Weiner's books. Especially Good In Bed & In Her Shoes (btw, dont ever watch that movie. It was horrible!!) YAY for Gaby losing her 1st tooth!!!!!! :carrot:

Cristina~Sorry about all the drama :hug: Drama sucks!!! Thanks for the pic comments :) And yes..a lot of purses have pink in them now. They're just too cute, I love them all.


Mindee~I woke up at 5am too. Ugh..I hate waking up that early. Sorry the kids are sick. I hope they feel better soon.





Well..Fonzo's temp went up to 100.7 last night. I put this neck pillow (that I keep in the freezer) on him..and that seemed to help a little bit. He took some meds that lowered his fever too. So now its 99.7. So its going down a little bit. He says he still feels like crap though. I dunno whats wrong with him. Its not a cold..and its not the flu (at least I dont think it is). I didnt tell him this..but I was having nightmares about him dying all night long!!! My mom started off with a fever and well ya. :( My freaking issues always come out when he gets sick, I hate it so much.

Anyways..I'm gonna go and lay down with him..BBL

omg - don't lay too close to him Francie! Isn't that horrible? I just don't want you to get sick too. Maybe he just ate something bad? Hope he is feeling better. Florida would be fun, you are stationed for how long in a place?? You guys are seeing the country, that must be exciting! Thanks about the name, just was curious.

Mindee- :hug: to little Logan and can't wait for the hearing test results!

Cristina- Ain't Gaby the cutest?? I know, I am her mom....lol We were in the car w/ Rach and she ((Gaby)) said I was her best mother and Rach was her best sister and Rach said "thanks" and Gaby replies "you are welcome sister"....lol - cracked me up.

So, just pooping in, ok popping in...finger happy w/ typos! Honest.:dizzy: Ate a bagel w/ turkey for breakfast and am starving for lettuce!!! Too bad that doesn't last because by 10pm I want a carb of some sort.

Heading out to look at a sceond shop for a bathing suit. Went to the warehouse and they had some but were way too old looking for Gaby. One was pink w/ roses on it. Would have been way too granny for Gaby. I guess I should just go to Target or Freddies and be done w/ it.

American Idol results tonight! And the debate....that should be fun! Good time to plan a carb snack. lol

Hope Logan and Fonzo are feeling better!!

just popping in here while I have a second before I shut down and go to bed!

The doctor's appointment, well....it was more like a "we haven't been here in a couple of weeks, so we thought we would stop by" kind of visit. He listened to Brandon's heart and lungs. Then asked if we had any questions or concerned. Then we started talking about Brandon's progress report, which we brought with us, and the doctor read. Then he told us to schedule an appointment with the ENT that the letter suggested. So, I get to call first thing tomorrow morning to try and schedule him an appointment for next Wednesday. I am just hoping and praying that they have an appointment open late enough for us! Other wise I will have to call the doctor's office and see if they can give us a referral to an ENT.

Francie~ I hope Fonzo's fever breaks soon!

SusieQ~ I have those days as well, and it is usually when I have three kids running around driving me crazy! Your favorite girl got the big old boot on American Idol tonight!

Just a quick update..Fonzo's fever finally broke. His temp is back to normal. He seems to be back to his old self. I think sleeping all day helped some. I have no idea what was wrong w/him..but good thing it didnt last for the rest of his leave. Anyhoo...we're gonna go eat dinner & watch Spiderman now. (I'm in a superhero mood tonight, lol). BBL

Hello.
 

just popping in here while I have a quick chance to do so!

Marissa is laying down, and Logan is watching Yo Gabba Gabba, but he will be going to take a nap here shortly. I did a mini photo shoot with Marissa, and a couple of shots with Logan. I am in the process of putting them on Myspace, so if you all have me on there, check them out and tell me what you think!

I actually stepped on the scale this morning and it was reading 233.8! I an really happy about that!

Francie~ That is great that Fonzo's fever broke! It sounds like just a 24 hour bug of some sort.

Sassy~ I know what you mean, it has been really nice here lately. Tommy wanted to close the blinds when I was cuddling with Brandon, but since the sun was still up I had him leave them open! I love this time of year! I hope things work out and you can have the time off to be with your mom!

Good Morning -

Katy - Where ARE you?? Hope you and the family are having a great week!

Francie - Thanks for the myspace add! I am glad Fonzo is feeling better and you didn't catch anything, of course, you are a superhero! lol

Mindee- Yes, *my* girl Kristy Lee. I think I almost teared up when she was told she was leaving. I felt bad for her all of a sudden, maybe because she followed her dream and didnt even get her horse back?? I really wanted Brooke to go first, she does this annoying pout w/ her mouth and talks over the judges when they review her singing. Yeah, for Carly though! She is my favorite female singer.
Congrats on the 233.8!! Also, cross fingers for an afternoon appt for Brandon!

Sassy - Don't worry, I am always confused. :dizzy: I checked out the link and answered the questions and it figured I would get back $1500 and going by my SSN it will go out on June 20th! Yippeeee, I need a beach trip.
You have some days off now????


My dinner last night was green beans and cottage cheese. lol I only did that because Gab and I went to Target and bought her swimsuit. Stopped by the snacks/deli thingie area and grabbed some pizza. They are very small indi pizza's and I ate mine. Gab didn't finish all of hers so when in the car driving home I opened the box and started eating her's. She didn't mind, I asked her *cough *cough.
I. Swear. To. God. I . Made. A. Mess!!!!!! Pizza sauce squirted all over me, down my arm , all over my front, on my jeans. You think I was being attacked. After the first few blobs it was "what the heck" and I grabbed another slice. I mean I was already a mess, can't get any worse. It felt like the Food God's making me feel guilty or something. WhatEVER, I enjoyed every bite. And the cool thing is the sauce came out of the clothes in the wash.
Put Gab in bed at 7:30 and watched the Debate until 9pm and switched over to Americanm Idol , munched on ice and ate a banana.
That was it, none too exciting. I am almost done w/ Bookends.

Hello to Cristina , Sue, Jules!!

I did start to feel bad for her when Brooke was trying to tell her not to think about it, that they didn't know what the results were yet. I am just so happy that David Cook is still in!

I am torturing myself right now. I am watching 101 Incredible Celebrity Slim Downs. It is from 2007, so I have seen this one already, but it just irks me on some of these celebrities!

Logan is in his room, supposed to be taking a nap, but instead he is screaming help. I have checked on him and there is absolutely nothing wrong with him. He seems to have relaxed on screaming but he is avoiding to take a nap! Looks like a walk or something to get some fresh air tonight for all!

oh yeah....Brandon has an appointment on his birthday at 3:50 with the ENT!

Mindee- yikes, at least Logan isn't in there yellin fire! lol I like David Cook, I will place my bet on him winning American Idol.

I walked 2 miles! Yeah, in my old Keds to boot - I really need to make an effort to do something. lol
Teacher emailed regarding Gab and she is seeing an improvement and keep up the hard work. That was sweet but I really think Gab knows her stuff she just doesn't like to be wrong so she says "I don't know a lot".
Bought some chicken tenderloin and more green beans and some fuji apples. Need to go spend time w/ my kids so chat later!

Hiya ladies...

SASSY...hoping you get the 25th off. Can't believe May will be in so soon...geez, where has the time gone. This month just flew by. Enjoy your days off! Yeah, I don't care much for clothes shopping but once in a while I like to get a couple of new things. I don't want to look like a bag lady another summer, lol.

MINDEE...hoping you get an afternoon appt. and :bravo: on the 233.8!! Hoping the kids are feeling better today...the avatar is too cute!

FRANCIE...glad to hear Fonzo's fever broke and he is feeling better. I liked the Spiderman movies...didn't like Batman so much or some of the others but Spiderman was actually okay.

SUSAN...I've not had the pizza at Target but everytime I am there it smells soooo good and I've been tempted. I like Pizza Hut pizza but no one else does. I'm picturing you eating it in the car :lol: So did you get Gaby a cute little bikini? Or a one piece? While in Kohl's yesterday I passed by the kids clothes and OMG! The little girls stuff is just the cutest! They had a bunch of cute little dresses and bikini's.

HIYA JULES, KATY & SUE! :wave:

Nothing much going on today. Went to wally world and bought groceries, then got gas, and stopped at the post office. I did my Denise Austin dvd and the 1 mile WATP before I left. Just have 20 minutes of weights to do later, whenever. Came home put the groceries up and did my 4 mile WATP...exciting life I lead eh? :lol: Nothing else going on...same old crap, different day.

Still trying to get this book read and I am finally almost finished! About 20 more pages and then I start a new one, yay! Slow reading month for sure. I WILL be spending the weekend catching up...picking out 3 books to read.

Anywho...hoping everyone is having a good day!

:yay: SUSAN!!! :yay: WTG on the 2 miles!!!

SusieQ~ Congrats on the 2 miles! I did the Walk n Tone 2 mile Leslie Sansone workout this morning!

Cristina~ Thanks for the bravo! We actually were able to get him an appointment at 3:50 on his birthday!

awesome Francie!! I am so jealous!!!

they're selling them at Walmart & Game Stop!!!

Francie - Are we celebrating the whole month of April for your birthday? lol I keep thinking I have missed it. lol Congrats on the WII & bowling game. I must be out of it because I don't know what a WII is?? :?: I am sure I am jealous just like Mindee :D lol

omg- I am old. You know what I ate for dinner???? Cottage cheese and pineapple. Senior food and -omg again - .... . I love it, you can stick all sorts of fruit in there w/ the CC and be in heaven. lol

Cristina - How mush is the gas prices there?? I think we have hit 3.55 a gallon. I put $15 in yesterday and already see the gas light coming on, what a pain! The pizza at Target is good! I will have to go to Kohls for Gaby but not with her, she is impossible in the stores. I had to buy a 14.99 Barbie thing and tried to convince her that since she got that the Tooth Fairy was wondering if she still had to come and Gaby starts to whimper.....and Rachel hisses at me "oh pete sakes, give her a .25 at least".....lol , ok, ok geez - it was worth a try. G wanted a 2 piece but I said no, too tarty:dizzy:, I bought her a 1 piece w/ hearts on it.

Mindee- Thank you :) Congrats on your walk n tone!

k- swimming in an hour!!

Susan~Not really, lol. But Fonzo keeps buying me stuff now, lol. He's like a big kid. He buys me presents, and cant keep it a secret for long, lol. But finding the Wii was actually my idea, lol. We went to Walmart this morning for cat food and I suggested we see if they had any Wii's..they did but they were all on reserve for other people. So we went across the street to Game Stop..and they had a ton of them. We've been wanting one forever!!! This is a Wii..but we soooo did not pay that much for it, lol. http://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-00454...8480410&sr=8-1 I want the Wii fit next. And that is soooooooooooo not old people food!! LOL!!! I was eating cottage cheese with pears when I was really little (cant eat pineapples because I'm allergic) Mmm..I want some now. Too bad all the pears are gone and the CC is old, lol.

well, I bit the bullet and cleaned out our storage unit in the basement. I brought up at least 12 to possibly 15 boxes of girls clothes from size 12 months to 18 months! I even noticed a couple pieces of smaller sizes then that! So, I am going to go through all of them while Brandon is in school.

I also took a tumble in the basement while I was in there. I am sure that my knee will be a little bruised in the morning but I will be fine! I also fell on my wrist that I just got done wearing the compression glove on! It doesn't hurt now, but I have six boxes sitting in my living room for me to go through tonight, but I am thinking about just leaving them until tomorrow when I have more time. Plus, I want to get to bed early like I have been.

I am going to count doing all the box moving and such as my main exercise for Friday since I will be doing some heavy cleaning!

Mindee~I hope you're knee isnt badly bruised :hug: Be careful moving the heavy stuff!!



My ankle has been killing me lately. I think it hurt it when I slipped on some stairs in Seattle. I bought a wrap or whatever its called for my ankle today (thursday). It feels so much better when I'm wearing it!!! We watched Juno tonight (thurs). I just absolutely love that movie. If you havent seen it, then you totally should. The music is pretty good too.

We're going to the Spring Fair today!! I'm looking forward to going to all those different booths, lol. I'm a dork..but I love sampling food and seeing all the different things they're selling, lol. Last year at the fall fair..they had these cute little somethings (I cant remember what they were called)..but they were hugging. It was soooooo cute!! I wanted to get it, but we didnt have enough money. So maybe I'll be able to find it this time. The food thing is gonna be a bit of a challange..and I've been on an emotional rollercoaster these past couple of weeks, eating has been trouble for me. I'm thinking of just eating whatever I want, and not going overboard with it all. I dunno..we'll see how it all goes. Anyways..I better get to bed right now, because we gotta wake up early (like 11am, lol).

Nighty nite!!

Hi all -
I didn't realize how MIA I've been til I saw how many posts I needed to catch up on..sheesh!

Francie -Happy Birthday---we celebrate for weeks at a time over at our place, so you go right ahead :) I'll pm you my info to add onto myspace if you like - I'd love to see your pictures

Susan- can't believe you don't know what a Wii is...really it's a blessing, enjoy it while you can. lol! We don't have one and I never hear the end of it from my DS.

Hi to everyone else! I'll have to come back later and do some more catching up...have to get the kids ready for school. Have a great Friday!

Good morning ladies...

SUSAN...gas is at $3.29, ugh! I got a whole 6 gallons for $20, lol. Actually, it was 5. something gallons. Funny about Gaby and the tooth fairy, too cute! Bet the bathing suit is cute...all the stuff they have for little girls is cute, makes me want one...okay, nah. And I guess I am old too because I love pineapple and cottage cheese, and cottage cheese with peaches is good too!

FRANCIE...a great birthday indeed! I would like to get a Wii but don't think it will happen...looks like fun though. And I agree about Juno...even DH liked it! I meant to grab while at Wal-Mart yesterday and forgot. I did pick up a couple of dvd's I've been meaning to get, some old ones I like...Uncle Buck & Radio...such a good movie. Enjoy your birthday month!

MINDEE...you better be careful missy. Hope you are okay today. My mom fell and broke her wrist in several places...instead of taking the fall she tried break the fall, no pun intended...and it did. So be careful. Lots of girly clothes ya got...hope there's some that you can use.

Hiya Katy, Sue, Jules & Sassy :wave:

Nothing special going on today. My foot is killing me again so taking a break from the dvds today, all exercise as well. Give it a rest today and walk on the treadmill tomorrow, and probably sunday. Finally finished that darn book, ugh! Didn't think I would ever get it done. Hoping I can play catch up with it this weekend, the reading that is. Started out with a bang and then blah...too much other stuff going on. Still have the favors to finish, lol. Anywho...have a great day ladies!

:?: So pissed. I picked up a bag of yogurt trail mix at the local Arco (because the gas was 3.39 there,what a deal!) and munched on it mindlessly weaving through traffic.
I glanced at the calorie intake and thought it was 110 per serving and there was 4 in the bag.
Duh ,as I almost finished the bag (really it was mainly raisins, that can't be bad, right???? ) I glanced again and the 4 servings were now 9.5, how did that F-ing happen?? :dizzy:
Takes almost my whole calorie count for the day!!!! I am pissed because I still want to eat. lol

Francie- I still don't know what a WII is , and yes, I did look at the link. I am thinking it is for video games???? hmm, final answer. You have a sweet husband! Sorry about the ankle. Have fun at the Spring Fair.

Mindee- Ouch! You take it easy!

Katy - pssst, still don't know what a wii is............I did see an Ipod the other day, Rach bought one w/ her first pay check. I just kind of starred and said "why would you want 10,000 songs?? Is there even 10, 000 songs recorded?? Why can't you just listen to the radio??" lol You are SO MIA, you owe us a lot of posting!! :D

Cristina - Sorry about the foot! I love the new avatar, reminds me of you walking, walking, walking....lol. I had to go buy another suit this morning. The first one was so hard to get her into and left red marks on her skin. And we tried the darn thing on at the store! So , I went up a size. How many books do you read a week? I think if I give up sleep I can read 3, this week I read 2. And I am rested. I am weird, if I really like a book I will sit there and read right through it as the kids are screaming to be fed. lol

*sigh - ok, I am full of raisins, and other misc trail mix crap. No word from M, he moved down to the coast last Monday. I doubt I will do a McDreamy date because I am so backed up in other things. I would really like to spend time w/ my sister and help her start packing for her move in June. I also just want me time! I get tired of men...........omg- did I really say that?? It is true. I just want to read my books and walk and shop, and gossip w/ girl pals....I can make my own cheesebread!! lol

Hello to Jules, Sassy and Sue!!!! We miss you!!

yikes, better get!

all the kids are napping, so I got myself something to eat and drink, and here I am! Tommy has to work tomorrow until noon, so who knows what we are going to end up doing.

I did manage to get through all the boxes that I had brought up. Out of the 13 boxes that came up, two are empty and going into the garbage, three are going to my parents house for my sister's friend, and the other eight are going back down to our storage unit because they are too big for her right now!

My knee is doing good today. It is starting to bruise, but not too badly! Thank goodness for that! On top of it all, I went to pick up a box this morning, and bent the nail on my big toe back, so I had to clip the nail off, clean up some of the blood, and slapped a band aid on it!

I talked to B's bus driver this morning about taking cupcakes on the bus, and she said he could as long as she got one. I said that it was not a problem. She then said that they have to be in a covered container. She told me that she had one mom send in some cupcakes in an open box, she hit a bump and all the cupcakes flipped over!

Francie~ Have fun at the fair! I can't wait to take the kids to a local fair around here. There is a carnival that I know of, I am not sure if it is still going on or not. Since it is a nice day today, maybe I can convince Tommy to go and see if it is still going on. That way we can get out of the house, and for once we don't need to go to wal-mart!

Katy~ It is good to hear from you!

SusieQ~ I hate when I do something like that, which happens a lot! $3.29 a gallon, man that is cheap! Tommy said that the gas station that he passed just before getting home, was up to $3.59! I really hope that they manage to come up with the money to cover the $10 million in gas tax so that they can suspend it from Memorial weekend to Labor Day weekend!

Cristina~ How's life in your world today? Any more drama? When I fell, I actually kind of blacked out/spaced out a little bit. Our stuff sits on a pallet in the storage unit. So, I stepped up on it to grab a box, turned around to move it, and forgot that I was on the pallet. I banged my wrist against the bottom bar of the storage caged unit. And surprisingly, my wrist doesn't even hurt!

Cristina - hope your foot feels better soon. I didn't exercise today and I don't have a decent reason why..bad me. I think I read a bit back about drama? Anyhoo, I hope it has blown over so you can truly enjoy the wedding planning. But I do hear you about drama, I feel like we've had enough of that around here for sure!

Francie - thanks for the myspace add - I'll get over there soon to look at your pictures. Think of all the calories your gonna burn playing that Wii, lol! So it's a totally justified purchase...can't spoil a girl too much on her birthday.

Sue - thanks so much for leaving a comment on my blog - your property sounds so beautiful..I could just picture your meadow from your description.

Mindee - everyone napping at once...what?! did you drug 'em or something? Haha My kids never slept at the same time. Your gas prices are the similar to ours and we are like 5th highest in the nation, I think. I am fortunate to live so close to village and can walk to many things when the weather is good. I am trying to combine trips and minimize driving. I don't know how people with long commutes are managing..it's terrible.

Hi to Jules, Sassy, and Susan....

Slowly I am catching up...I spent this morning writing for PW. Good news, after a phone call with the editor, my first book review is officially done! It feels great! I am also getting great feedback on the test knitting. It looks like I'll be kept moderately busy with these activities and can make a little money to boot.

Since L has had strep so many times this school year, I took her to the naturopath, who looked at all her issues (asthma, hay fever, etc) and said "She needs to be off dairy" I just knew she was going to do that! I explained that dairy is her only source of protein, she's a picky eater, acts like she's afraid of food, yada yada. Next thing you know, we have a referral to a homeopath who specializes in this stuff. And a referral to a therapist...I've tried to tell her pediatrician and the pediatric dietitian that I think a therapist could help her, but they all say she'll grow out of it. And she might, but now that dairy is contributing to her health issues, the pressure is on to cultivate some other palatable protein options for her. Such an adventure! I'm going to get some good vitamins and immune support from the NP, and that will help her from the start, regardless where the other stuff may lead.

I'm down .20 lbs this week...not much but I'll take it. Been so busy, it's hard to get to the gym..so I am working on getting my exercise routine back up and running.

Have a great day everyone!

well, after dinner tommy and brandon went to clean some of the stairs in the complex. then we all went outside. the kids played while me and tommy did some plant pulling. tommy also put some new mulch in the area that he is going to put the BBQ grill. the office manager came over and we got the okay to put in some rose bushes. so I am going to look around and see what I can find. tommy says that he doesn't see a point in doing that since we won't be staying here that long. but it doesn't look like we are going to be moving any time soon! and not while brandon is in school!

then we came inside and gave brandon and logan a bath. they got to play with logan's t-ball set that he got for christmas. they had a blast! I was showing them how to do it and ended up knock over tommy's pop from dinner instead!

we are planning on going up north to see my parents on Saturday. tommy has to work until noon, and then we will go from there.

Katy~ sounds like you have been very busy! I hope things work out for L and you can figure out what she can and can't eat.

Happy Saturday!!!
 

Cristina~The Wii's are so hard to come by. We just got lucky. And not only that, but they are so ridiculously over priced online!!!! I saw one for $399!!! Thats how much the PS3 is at Walmart!!!!! We bought our Wii for $200+ Crazy.

Susan~The Wii is for video games. I'm actually excited with this one though because this is the first time I'll be able to play video games with Fonzo. I do not understand the Xbox360 controllers..and he keeps his GameCube & Ps2 on the ship (yes..Fonzo is a HUGE gamer, lol).

Katy~I didnt even think about all the calories!!! Nice!!!!!! LoL!! Fonzo wants to get the DDR sometime soon, lol. That burns A LOT of calories!! ;)

Mindee~Carnivals are sooooooooooooooooo fun!!!!!!!!! Whats the difference between a carnival and a fair?? LoL!!


Sassy~:hug: You are better than your "friend"




We didnt go to the Fair today. We ended up taking a really really really long nap, lol. So when we finally woke up it started raining..then it turned into snow, lol. So we just decided to go to Goodwill and see what they had there. Only, I ended up touching something bad and broke out in hives!!! So we left asap and went to Petco. Omg, I want some birds, gerbils, bunnies, and a ferret now. As well as a turtle & some fish, lol. All of those things, cats can and probably will attack, lmao.

We went to Target to look at the games..and I already know what my next games are gonna be, lol. I want Pinball, this racing game and Pirates of the Caribbean (where you can sword fight!!!!!!!!! totally awesome!!!)

Anyhoo..I better go..we're gonna watch Signs and then finally play some games on the Wii. Woohoo. :carrot:

BBL

TY my Friend!!!
 

Thank you, my friend and you too are much much better than that "friend" of yours. We are very special chickadees, as are all of us here. :high:

UGH SNOW! That totally stinks! UGH sorry about the hives.........just makes me itch thinkin about it. lol. Take some benedryl......;)

I think I want a WII now! I saw it on tv and people playin and it looks like SO Much fun + it is good exercise!!! :D

Big :hug:

just popping in before heading to bed.

the neighbors are arguing again, and the office manager is not going to like that! she already gave them a warning and told them that if she had to say it two more times, then the lease holder is getting evicted. (this makes time number two for them.....and they are NOT even on the lease as far as I know) the guy that is arguing with his girlfriend told the office manager that he promised that they wouldn't do it again. so much for that promise!

Just Sharin':


Eat 'n Lose: 10 Fat-Burning Foods!
By Strykowski Sheri
eDiets Contributor


Stoke your metabolic fire and burn calories faster with diet-friendly foods and beverages. Post this list on your fridge next to the photo of you in your "skinny jeans" and make a copy to bring with you the next time you shop for groceries.

Just remember: Calories count, portion control rules and there's no substitute for a well-balanced diet and regular exercise. So get moving!


Here are the top picks culled from some of the latest research:

1. Water! A new study seems to indicate that drinking water actually speeds up weight loss. Researchers in Germany found that subjects of the study increased their metabolic rates (the rate at which calories are burned) by 30 percent after drinking approximately 17 ounces of water. Water is also a natural appetite suppressant that banishes bloat as it flushes out sodium and toxins. Drinking enough water will also help keep you from mistaking thirst for hunger. So drink up!

2. Green Tea! Studies show that green tea extract boosts metabolism and may aid in weight loss. This mood-enhancing tea has also been reported to contain anti-cancer properties and help prevent heart disease. It's also a trendy drink among weight-conscious celebrities.

3. Soup! Eat less and burn fat faster by having a bowl of soup as an appetizer or a snack. According to a Penn State University study, soup is a super appetite suppressant because it's made up of a hunger-satisfying combination of liquids and solids. In the study, women chose one of three 270-calorie snacks before lunch. Women who had chicken and rice soup as a snack consumed an average of 100 fewer calories than those in the study who opted for a chicken and rice casserole or the casserole and a glass of water.

4. Grapefruit! The grapefruit diet is not a myth. Researchers at Scripps Clinic found that participants who ate half a grapefruit with each meal in a 12-week period lost an average of 3.6 pounds. The study indicates that the unique chemical properties in this vitamin C-packed citrus fruit reduce insulin levels, which promotes weight loss. NOTE: If you are taking medication, check with your doctor about any potentially adverse interactions with grapefruit.

5. Apples and Pears! Overweight women who ate the equivalent of three small apples or pears a day lost more weight on a low-calorie diet than women who didn't add fruit to their diet, according to researchers from the State University of Rio de Janeiro. Fruit eaters also ate fewer calories overall. So, next time you need to satisfy a sugar craving, reach for this low-calorie, high-fiber snack. You'll feel full longer and eat less.

6. Broccoli! Study after study links calcium and weight loss. Broccoli is not only high in calcium but it's also loaded with vitamin C which boosts calcium absorption. This member of the nutritious cabbage family also has plenty of vitamin A, folate and fiber. And, at just 20-calories per cup, this weight-loss superfood not only fights fat but also contains powerful phytochemicals that boost your immunity and protect against disease.

7. Low-Fat Yogurt! Dairy products can boost weight loss efforts, according to a study in Obesity Research. People on a reduced-calorie diet who included 3-4 servings of dairy foods lost significantly more weight than those who ate a low-dairy diet containing the same number of calories. Low-fat yogurt is a rich source of weight-loss-friendly calcium, providing about 450 mg (about half the recommended daily allowance for women ages 19-50) per 8-ounce serving, as well as 12 grams of protein.

8. Lean Turkey! Rev up your fat-burning engine with this bodybuilder favorite. Countless studies have shown that protein can help boost metabolism, lose fat and build lean muscle tissue so you burn more calories. A 3-ounce serving of boneless, skinless lean turkey breast weighs in at 120 calories and provides 26 grams of appetite-curbing protein, 1 gram of fat and 0 grams of saturated fat.

9. Oatmeal! This heart-healthy favorite ranks high on the good carb list, because it's a good source of cholesterol-fighting, fat-soluble fiber (7 grams per 3/4-cup serving) that keeps you full and provides you with the energy you need to make the most of your workouts. Just be sure to choose steel cut or rolled oats, not instant oatmeal, to get your full dose of vitamins, minerals and fiber.

10. Hot Peppers! Eating hot peppers can speed up your metabolism and cool your cravings, researchers at Laval University in Canada found. Here's why: capsaicin (a chemical found in jalapeño and cayenne peppers) temporarily stimulates your body to release more stress hormones, which speeds up your metabolism and causes you to burn more calories.

Here's how these 10 fat-blasting superstars help you lose weight:
# Each of these healthy weight-loss boosters fills you up and keeps you full longer on fewer calories.

# Water-rich fresh fruits, veggies and soup dilute the calories in your food and allow you to eat more without breaking the calorie bank.

# High-fiber fruit, vegetables and nutritious whole grains keep your digestive system on track and steady insulin levels, which prevents fat storage.

# Lean meat boosts metabolism and burns calories because it take more energy to digest than other foods.

eDiets can help you make those healthy, everyday choices that mean so much. With fantastic programs to choose from, make your an excellent, healthy choice today by clicking here and completing a free profile to get started.

Sheri Strykowski is a freelance journalist who specializes in health, fitness and lifestyle. Her articles have appeared in The Chicago Tribune, Lerner newspapers and National Safety Council publications. She is also a content expert who has built over 40 Web sites for a Fortune 100 company.