[akrosey49]

Hi everyone..its so pretty out..this is our best weather time.. i am still planting.. we planted apple trees.. roses bushes..and my planters..mostly petunias..in all colors and wave petunias and double ruffle petunias..snap dragons..diasies..mission wedding bells..marigolds..and others i dont know what they are.. i just liked them..i have 7 big planters on the deck and 3 hanging planters.. and the rose garden.. with roses we purchased and wild roses all in a circle around a big tree..the apple trees are new..no apples yet.. its an experiment some things you cant grow here cuz of the short growing season.. we used to do a big garden and also green house for tomotoes etc..but all that work and we ended up giving most of it away..so no vegies..cheaper to buy from produce trucks..summer thats so neat what they did for your jim..sounds like you had a swell time..daphnee sounds like you had apanic attack..am sorry you are sad but you seem to be handling it well((((((hugs))))))..donna..hows it going with elana home.. are you keeping busy??dana whats up at your house?? hello to mr ken and kris..dee..hope you found some you time this weekend..well lots to do today esp house blessing..((((hugs for all ))))))) rosey

[dlzbth]

Daphne, I was so glad to hear something from you since that last post when you were so distraught. I agree with Rosey, you have been having panic attacks. I'm sorry that Robert is being so difficult. Is he on Metadate? Elena's been on that before. She is on Ritalin LA and Focalin. Those both have helped her with her attention but her anxieties are more lately. We just went to a new doctor last week and she was put through some extensive tests. We go back in a couple of weeks for the results. I wish you could get a "Ed" that we have that comes to see Elena every couple of weeks. He is a child behavior therapist and works best I think with children like Robert. Sounds like Robert needs some couseling soon or it's only going to get worse I'm afraid. I'm glad my *hug* to you helped some. That's all I could say. When you are hurting so bad for someone sometimes words are not the best thing. Hugs do best.
Summer, WTG!! That was some surprise for Jim and yourself! You are very fortunate to be living there. I know you doubt it when it rains and the plumbing goes out on you! BUT... your neighbors are sure special and I can tell it wasn't the same without you two with them last summer for you were definately missed! It's just what Jim needed and you for all you have been through to see him so honored.
Rosey, your garden sounds beautiful. We planted some tomato, pepper and strawberries as well along with some new plants and my screened in porch I have a new wicker set and a new fern. ( I killed the last one) I love roses. Someone on the journals posted the prettiest rose. It was a white rose and it was so full and pretty. I could smell the aroma and she lives in Australia! LOL Elena is still in school till Friday. Today they had the third grade class awards program. Elena received a ribbon for being on the A/B's honor roll this last nine weeks and also the most improved overall! I was so proud of her. Next week she will start going to Terrific Tuesdays at the church. I am still working on getting her enrolled in a kids acting workshop and horse back or swim lessons. Can't decide which one. It depends on the cost.
Dee, how was your weekend? What did you do exciting?
Dana, I stole that avatar from someone elses I saw on the site. I looked to see if they were posted on the avatar list but they weren't. I don't know where they got them because I have seen chicks of different weight amounts posted. I should erase it because I have gained 5 of those 30 pounds back.
Kris, I miss you and I appreciate your sweet entry in my journal.
Our weekend was nice. We grilled out on Sunday night with our friends and just did our own thing yesterday.
Glen, how was your weigh in?
Well, need to end and wake up Jim who is snoring up a storm in the recliner and it's only 5:30.
Donna

[summer1]

Hello Everyone... Its a beautiful day today..but yesterday it was a bad storm..Electric went out and wind was blowing wild and trees went down..It was scarey for awhile but it finally ended..It was worse south of us..
I hope that we dont get anymore of those storms anytime soon..
I am doing left over laundry from yesterday and cleaning..Thats never ends.
I have water class tonight and plenty to do..Times just flies..

Daphne....You are so very welcome..I know its so hard to have limited time with a loved one...I am so glad that you had a wonderful vist with him..
It is something how are bodies react to stress..It sounds like a panic attack just like Rosey and Donna said..I am glad it passed..
I am so happy you are better...Its so hard to raise children and with medical probs on top of it..it sounds like Robert is a BIG handful...I am sure all the other Mom's here can help you with some suggestions...
My hat is off to you and all you do..You are amazing..It so hard to cope at times....but you are a very strong woman and I know that you can do it.....I am glad that you are doing your diet again..I know that will make you feel better..How is Deb doing?? Hope that she is better..Ihave her in my prayers.
Just know I am here with everyone else and we all Care very much about you....Always..
Much to you Sweetie

Rosey...All your planting and yard and trees I bet its a beautiful site.
Please try to take some pictures so we all can see..I can imagine that it was alot of work to keep up a garden of size..No wonder you all decided to buy produce instead of growing it..Yes the pool people were so sweet to do that for Jim.. We both were so touched by thier kindness..We had a wonderful time...Did you do curves this week?? I know that I will be so soar cause I missed Monday..but that ok I will be fine..I do miss it..Strange huh..

Donna....You are so right.. I complain about the plumbing and all tat goes on here but I would not trade the people here for anything.They are a great group of people..Jim was so touched by it all.. It was wonderful..One of them took alot of pictures only to find out that she did something wrong and no pictures turned out.. She called me today and was so upset..I told her dont worry that there will be other times.. It was ashame cause I wanted a picture of Jim on his throne..... I am so proud of Elena being on the honor roll..and most improved..Thats wonderful...Sounds like you are getting her activities all lined up for summer break..Thats great..I am sure she will have a wonderful time where-ever she goes..Thanks to her wonderful Mom..I love that avatar..It soo cool.. No dont erase it cause.... you will lose it..
I know you can..I wish they would make a avatar like that so we could use it..I bet your little garden will bring alot of good veggies.. I bet your screened in room looks wonderful with that new wicker furniture...and plants and all..... Pictures please...I wish I could have one here..but no room..I dont have a green thumb..so Jim plants our flowers..
I just am the helper.. ..I dont have good luck with plants I either over water or underwater..what can I say....

Dana..Where are you today??? I miss you...
I am sure you are busy doing things with the children..
Did your hubby get that new job???
Hope you are having good weather so you can enjoy your pool...

Kris...Mr Ken....Dee.....Where are you all?????? I miss you all
The guys are on the hunt...

I hope that I havent forget anyone.. I am so busy today with a million interruptions.. This phone has not stopped ringing.. Its one of those days
Have a great day to ALL...
On a sadder note..Buddy had to taken back to the hospital Sunday night.he has a bad infection.. I called him there yesterday and he was real weak..
Please keep him in your prayers.. Thank-you ALL..

[hefty1]

buddy get well soon summer i dont get much exercise because of my knees
glen

[akrosey49]

Hi everyone..another busy day..i was at curves and it was weigh and measure day..now i never put much thought into the fact that you can loose inches and not #,s..but now im a beleaver since i joined curves iv lost 19#,s and also 11 1/2 inches..i was amazed..and i feel sore but great..summer am so sorry about buddy.. i will think of him when i say my prayers..sorry you didnt get that picture.. dont you just hate that..since im a picture aholic its happned to me too..also id love to take pictures of my flowers etc but have to be taught how to do all that dana where have you been ?? are the kids driving you crazy yet?? hows the dh feeling..i got a card order for 300 cards boy am i going to be busy..donna.. thats so cool about elana getting honors.. now you take abow too as she has a great mom to get her there..daphnee hope you are feeling better..sometimes you have to just hang on to your tumble weed..theres a story there about me that expressed how i was feeling a few months ago..i will tell all in the next post..anyways hope things are better.. kris are you back yet?? mr ken sorry your knees hurt.. can you do any exercise?? even sitting in a chair?? i never would have beleaved it but it does work and i hurt all the time..dee are you busy at work hope things are working for you..its been a great day hope so for everyone here (((((((hugs))))))) rosey

[akrosey49]

Ok now about that tumble weed.. as every one knows i have had a rough year..esp with all the doctoring for both me and my dh..at times it was so overwhelming that i thought i was going to explode into a zillion pieces..but try and explain that to people when they wonder why you are grumpy and zombie like feeling sad and frustrated...one day iwas watching a nat geographic speacial about this sea coast off of africa where the winds are so strong that the animals have a tuff time walking on the beach.. there was this little gekhco trying to survive the winds and along blew a tumble weed.. well this poor little critter grabbed on thinking he was safe and he went bouncing down the beach over and over.. and i thought to my self thats how i feel.. im just a little gekhco hanging on to my tumble weed and i have used that saying alot.. now i dont feel like that very often any more.. but thought you all could see the parallel and humor in it.. so when things get tough just hang on to your tumble weed rosey

[dlzbth]

There are things you can do with bad knees, Mr. Ken. Pilates, swimming, yoga, these are all good to strengthen your muscles and but yet be non damaging to your joints. Have you spoken to your doctor about what he/she suggests you do? Because we all know that diet and exercise goes hand in hand.
Rosey, I love your tumble weed story. I have been feeling like my tumbleweed has been falling apart! No, you sure have been through a huge storm and I'm glad that because of what you went through you can help those who are there now. Good luck on that card order!
Summer, MAN! I hate that you have NO pictures! No one else was taking any? OH MAN!
I am truly sorry for Buddy. I have been praying for him.
Dana??????? OH DANA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This isn't like you to be gone so long. I'm getting very concerned.
DEE???!?!?! How are you doing sweetie? I am concerned about you too.
Daphne? I hope you are feeling some better and the new medicine for Robert is helping things. Behavior modification and the medicine works best together. I'm so sorry for your problems. Hang on to your tumbleweed!
Kris, I know you must be busy again with school. I hope you are doing well and getting all excited about your up-coming trip to Europe. when you can.
I have better get some thing accomplished now. My bills are starring at me and I've been catching up on posts for he last 40 minutes! LOL
Have a great day every one!

Donna

[dabrat]

I am here and doing better thanks ya all. I am going to take some pictures of the new paint job and my plants. I love Helitrope now. It is like my favorite plant. I have 6 of them now and they are costly like $2.50 or so. Robert still hasn't start the new med Donna the pharmacy had to order it and it hasn't got here yet and yes it is Metadate. He also will see a behavior specialist starting the 10th. It wont do much good yet being as he is going to Cali for a month and wont be seeing the therapist then. I need a break from him though. Ihad potato salad and it made me sick. I can't stay off the pot. I will post more laters,
Daphne

[lakelog]

Well I had a knock on my door and guess what, it was looking for me! Anyway, didn't realize it had been 4 days since I posted but the big reason is these darn pop ups that end up freezing my screen to the point of having to re-boot it. I have the bellsouth pop-up blocker on but it can't catch them all. it's truly unreal and don't know why it happens so badly now. it looks like IP's good stop it for nothing. Anyway, nothing new here. I had to keep my nephew today and of course 3 boys together gets on anyones nerves when they won't mind you. I volunteered to keep him one day a week and thank goodness that won't happen again until tuesday.

We had to carry brett to his diabetes specialist yesterday and had to leave here 6 in the morning to make the 7:15 app't and ended up sitting in a room until 8 due to a new diagnosed child in there and they have to make way for them. We went through it with brett last summer so we understood but DH was getting irritated with laken not wanting to stay in waiting room that long. They weren't pleased with his progress and we knew that was coming. Next friday we have to go back for a 90 minute class on a new insulin he's going on. It's suppose to help control sugar better but he will have to have a shot prior to eating anything including any snacks he may want. Then after that, we have to go back in another month to see how his progress is.

Daphne, you're on pot now?? My we should be concerned! I do remember what you go through when robert comes back from cali. but I think more importantly right now, you need the break. Maybe his therapy can start when he comes back if that's not too far off. I don't see too much reason as to why to go once or twice to only miss a month. only my 2 cents worth though.

Summer you had a bang of a party over the weekend didn't you? That was awesome what they did for Jim. And the thing with pictures is pittiful. No one had a digital? They are just so inexpensive for a lot of them to not get some pictures. Will you be "pooling" during the week now? it's real cloudy here today and looks like storms but so far not. Dh wanted to go camping tomorrow when he comes in from work and stay until monday morning. Don't know yet if we will but have to decide soon. How is buddy doing today? He's still in my thoughts and prayers as well.

Donna, our schools doesn't start honor roll stuff until 4th grade here but brett has never had it. I think logan has a good chance with it. He doesn't struggle as bad with school as brett does but we'll see how 4th is. That is great that elena made that much progress this year considering your concerns you had early in the year. Something worked didn't it? Also she's growing up. Sad to realize though isn't it. Logan got the most improved in his class last year. Thanks for finding me. I had been reading each day but when trying to post, it ate it and froze up. I'm highlighting and copying this ever so often so I won't lose majority of it. I guess your last day of school is tomorrow?? Dh's nephew goes to that school in 2nd grade but we just don't talk to them much since they moved to Fountain Inn. I haven't seen them since christmas actually.

Rosey that was a neat story of the tumble weed and we certainly all have been hanging on to them at one time or the other and I felt like I was today so thanks for that story. Wow 300 cards would take me forever. I make about 5 or 10 most days but my hangup right now is waiting on some envelopes. I ran across some pastel colors on Office Max.com yesterday that was clearanced. They were $3 something for 60 of them but it was colors like pink, purple, beige, yellow and 2 other colors. You can buy them at walmart but you only get gray, beige, yellow and blue so the pink and purple ones are neat. I have been selling a good bit of them and have some to put on ebay but my batteries are dead in the camera and can't find any no where here to power it up. Congrats on that loss but in inches and pounds. You are awesome!

Glen, donna is right especially on that pilates stuff. It's pretty much just stretches and you can do the gentle kind or work harder for an hour. I was doing the 20 minute workout but when me and brett went on that Tenn/Alabama trip the other week, I fell off that wagon. I have found that watching carbs works for me in the weight loss though and it's not a fast loss so maybe it will last.

Dee, I hope you are doing ok and can post when you have a moment to catch your breath! Is your older child still in school there?

Well It's only 35 minutes until Dh gets home so better tidy up or he will be ticked!

[summer1]

Hello Everyone... Today was another gorgous day.. Blue skys and nice temps..in the 80's...I had alot of errands to do and I am helping a friend with getting some things organized in her home office.. She is a pack rat and it is endless paper work..I thought I was bad about paper work ..she tops me..and thats saying something...
I am going to Costco tomorrow and Walmart for household supplys..
I cant decide on what to get for next weeks dinners.. I have a awful time with a menu..It seems like all we eat is Chicken and salad.. I have to have some variety somewhere....Its a real challenge to make good choices..
I got to the grocery Store on Sundays and I get food for the weeks dinners..
Its easier on me because of water class..Its just hard trying to fix something easy and stick to the diet.. really not much to choose from..
Went to class tonight.. It was good..It seems like more people are coming to Water Class now.. I dont know cause its summer time or what..but that pool is getting crowded...but its fun..
I will be checking to see if Buddy came home today. I called him at the hospital this morning ans he said he was better and that his fever broke and he hopes that the Dr will let him go home.. I dont know if that happened or not..but I will check on him tomorrow.. God Bless all you 's out there for all your prayers for a very wonderful guy...

Mr Ken.. Thank-you for your kind concern and get well wishes for Buddy.
I appreciate it..I know how you feel about knee pain..But its like everyone has said in here..Some forms of exercise can be easy on your knees and actually help them..Please ask your Dr about it and see what they say..There are exercises that you can do from a chair and thats why I take Water Arerobic classes..Its low impact on my knee joints and it really makes a difference..We have men in our class at times..so dont let that stop you..Try it if the Dr says ok..you might like it.. I know I do..but you have to do what you are comfortable doing ..I understand that..

Rosey..WAY TO GO ON THE 19 LBS AND 11 AND A HALF INCHES. WOW THATS A GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENT GIRLFRIEND..
I am so proud of you... take a bow...
I didnt measure myself but I can tell in my clothes are not as tight...
I didnt weigh yet this week..but I will.. Thank-you so much for your concern and prayers for Buddy...I apprecaite it so very much..
I loved your tumble weed story.. I can certainly understand how you felt that way at times because of going through so very much last year..
I have had afew tumble weeds myself over the years..
I know we all have been there a time or two like Dana said..its so true..
I pray everyday that we all have healthy happy lives..
I know that your 300 card order will keep you busy but I bet you will get them finished before you know it...I hope that your DD can take some pictures of your yard.. I just know its beautiful.. I want a digital camera..we are looking into getting one and I know that someone will have to show me how to use it.....I am no good at those things...

Donna.....I am sorry that I dont have any pictures... I didnt take a throw-away camera cause our friend was taking pictures with her digital..so I figured that would be better pictures.. Everyone thought the same.. we all were disapointed.. I really want those ones of Jim sitting on his throne..
She was so upset..I still not sure what she did wrong..but.there will be another time and we are looking into buying a digital one..I will need big time help learning how to use it.. Thank-you so much for all your concern and prayers for Buddy..I appreciate so very much..I hope you got your bills done.. I really dont like that job but its always there.....

Dana...I am so glad that the guys found you at home.. I am so sorry that you are having that prob in here.. Can you tell Suzanne about that...maybe there is something wrong in here??? I have
" I Hate Popups" and it seems to work.. I guess...When I first come in here they pop pop pop..then they go away..so I dont know.. It so flustrating to lose your post and why did 3FC start all these pop-up things anyway??
Its always something..Our pool opens at 4:00 till 8:00 M-F..Sat & Sun
11:00am till 8:00pm.. When school gets out here on the 18th of June they will open it at 11:00am everyday..So I am not going yet.. I am waiting on school to be out.. Next year hopefully it will open Memorial Day and stay open like all the other private pools in our area...We are going on the weekends if the weather is good..I wil be glad when it opens full time and when it does..I will be there... I am glad that you are having good weather and I hope that if you all go camping....Have a fun and safe trip..
Thank-you for all your concern and prayers for Buddy.. I appreciate it so much..I hope he got to come home today..but I have to call him tomorrow to find out..
I am sorry that Brett's Sugar needs more regulating..Poor Litttle Guy.. I sure hope that the new insulin helps him.. I wish that he didnt have to have so many needles everyday..I know that will hard on him...I feel so bad for him..
It so hard on children having to sit and wait..Thats so hard to do...It sounds like they all are doing great in school..Thats wonderful and you are the reason for that... You are a great Mother....
How is your Grandparents doing??? I hope that all is well in your family..

Daphne..I am so glad you are doing better Sweetie.. All your plants sound so nice.. I cant wait to see your pictures...I am also happy that you are getting a break.. I know that you need that.. Its so hard to give up things we like to eat.I had to laugh at Dana saying..Are you on Pot now....that was tooooo funny...I love potatoes also and its hard..You will get on a roll soon Sweetie.. its been to hard right now with all thats going on in your life.. I can understand completly....We ALL Can..Thank-you for all your kind concern and prayers for Buddy..I appreciate it so much..Again I am so glad that you are better Sweetie.. How is Deb doing???

Kris... How are you doing??? How was your Memorial Weekend???
I miss you...

Dee... I am sure you are very busy with work and the Little Ones..
We all miss you.. Hope all is well with you..

[akrosey49]

Morning everyone.. its so beautiful out.. we always have our best weather this time of year have been blessing my house.. a friend of my dh is coming over for coffee so i wanted it to look better around here also made cinammon rolls.. not from scratch tho.. the kind allready made and you just put in oven..it smells heavenly..now if i cam manage to leave them alone so the guys are on the hunt for you all ill check in later.. next project is that huge card order..((((((hugs)))))) rosey

[dlzbth]

I smell something good! I'll talk to you all tomorrow.

[summer1]

Just a quick Hello...Been real busy today...
Buddy did get to go home.. He is resting at home today..
Thats wonderful news and A Real BIG Thank-you to ALL of YOU for your very Kind concern and prayers for Buddy...It is greatly appreciated..
Its been a cool and cloudy day..it started raining this evening and its cooler from the rain...It is suppose to rain Sat and be a nice sunny day Sunday..

Rosey...
I can smell those rolls from here... YUMMY...YUMMY....
I hope that you were able to resist..but I know that I could not..Thats why I cant make them or buy them...I could never make them from scatch.. I am NOT a baker...I always bought them from Pillsbury already made in the can...
Love that "Little Dough Boy"..I collect all his stuff..
I love anything hot out of the oven...Nothin' says Lovin' like somethin' from the oven..or something like that.. I am glad you are having such nice weather..Have a nice vist with your hubbys friend and I am sure you will have those cards done in no time..
Have a wonderful Weekend

Donna....Sounds like you are a real busy lady today...I know the feeling..
Have a wonderful weekend

Dana.....Daphne......Kris......Glen....Dee.....
I am sure you all are busy with day to day things and
I hope all of you had a great day..
I Miss you ALL.... You ALL have a wonderful weekend
Good Night and God Bless All My Wonderful Friends....

[akrosey49]

Morning everyone have been up early today on the deck watering all my planters and then when i got dressed thought id try some clothes that didnt fit a yr ago.. well guess what ????this old fat girl is wearing jeans today its apair that i had made a year ago and they didnt fit and now they do.. i was soooooo pleased..so what are you all up to this weekend.. we are bq this evening and have to go to town later..hopefully i can talk the dh into going to some garage sales anyways have a great day and weekend everyone.. will check in later.. the guys are looking for you all rosey

[hefty1]

wtg rosey. hopefuly i can say the same thing soon. i gained 1.4
glen not mr ken