OK guys today I weighed in and am a little dissapointed in my progress. I have been losing so good, and this week I only lost 3 lbs...I know what everyone is going to say, I shouldn't expect to continue losing 5 lbs a week, but it was SO MUCH FUN...and I realize now that I have been slacking a little on the exersize and water...I will get back in gear today. This morning I did pilates for 20 minutes, and tonight I will be attending a Step I class - it is an hour long but I seriously doubt I will be able to finish all of that.
Anyways, ladies you guys have a great day!!

:) Sam

So many post to catch up on! I was on last night, but sat here and was so tired. So James and I went to bed early, 9:00. That's early for us!!

Came home to some dinner last night....mmmmm smelled so good, and tasted even better. James roasted a Turkey Breast. (Hmmm.....no wonder I was so tired!)

Katy--200 minutes? Do you walk with a pedometer? I need to find mine. I had search and did find it a few weeks ago....but can't seem to remember where I put it! I would like to wear it at work and see how much walking I do. Not nearly as much as I did at Sony, but still a lot. Finding parking is crazy in Eugene in that area isn't it?? Now that school has officially started, its even more complicated!

Shanna--Sweet kitty of yours! How's your foot? Hope it's better and not too terribly bruised. I think if that were to happen to me, my dogs would just bark like I was some intruder. But for a story of my own...when James is "attacking" me (he pins me down and tickles me to no end) Chewy is always on him to barking to make him stop!

Jane--Oh I hope you get to go to Disney World! If you had to postpone, when would you go? I'll keep my fingers crossed that you don't have too. How did Bingo go last night? When I lived in Illinois, it seemed that was the only thing, in the town that I lived in, that people had to do! So I went every week. I won a few times but never the jackpot. I swear this couple won that each time! And it was a couple that you would see picking up cans for Bingo money. So I was always glad that they won, they must have needed it. Oh....my middle name is Jane....so it's a good name you got there! :)

Cristina--I love my Supra. It's the only car that I have owned that I drove. So I'm kind of partial to it! $80 is a lot to spend on parking....that is why I need to get a permit. It would be only $45 if I got one. The darn company doesnt reimburse....not sure why that is. But once they move the company, I won't have to worry about it anymore and I'll have money to spend on something else!

Jen--Thanks for the tip. Didn't think about claiming it on my taxes. I will have to remember that. Just remind me when it comes to tax time ok? :D Sounds like you need to open up a animal center! Or maybe a pet daycare. Some girl who used to post here has a "Doggy Daycare" it sounds so neat!! I think they should have one in every town!

Sue--Sorry to hear about the cancer on your back. If the doctor says that it can be resolve than we'll keep our fingers crossed that he's right. You can come here anytime you need to "talk out loud"!

Katie--Glad you had a wonderful time at DisneyLand! It's been YEARS since I've been.....I believe I was 8! So one of these years I'll go again! I told James that the first family vacation we have we ought to go there.

Sam--Sounds like a great plan you have there. I need to do the same. I've slacked on my exercises the last couple of days. Being a part of that 10 day challenge....as soon as my 10 days are up, I kind of slack off! I need to get back over there and start another challenge!

Angie--Hi there girl! OMG....$5 an hour for parking! Ok, I won't whine and complain about parking here anymore! That's insane! Glad that you're over with the flu. Being sick is just miserable. Everyone at work is coming down with something and I really don't want to be a part of it! So come back when you get the chance and chat some more!


Hello to the rest of you girls that I may have missed!

I need to get started in getting ready for work. I'm liking this early shift too. The afternoon shift is the one that gets hectic!

It was funny as I was leaving last night, a woman called me over to the center desk and introduced me to a man who is one of the carriers, she told me that he used to work at Harveys Casino too....and they asked me what year I worked there, I told him in '90 or'91 (couldn't remember).....he was there too! He worked as a security gaurd and asked where I worked....I told him the hamburger joint I worked at and he said he had lunch there everyday! I told him he was probably one of the security gaurds who always told me to get back to my area since I was too young to walk the floors! What a small world!

Ok.....off I go.
Take Care Ladies!

Sam - did you GAIN the weight at a rate of 5 pounds a week?? You're doing fine, so please don't expect your body to lose too much too fast. Hopefully, you will be learning all new eating habits and accepting this lifestyle as something to live with for the rest of your life. You're doing fine with the exercise, and you should be proud of your accomplishment so far. I know I"M proud of you!

Good day ladies~

First I have to say HI to Kathy and glad to see you back. And second CONGRAT'S Katy on the 2 lb. loss. And I probably missed a couple of other things and people yesterday when I posted to which I apologize. I was trying to post and talk and seem like I did more talking than paying attention here.

Katie~glad to see you back also. I couldn't remember if it was for your birthday that you guys were headed to Disneyland. Glad you had a GREAT time. But then who wouldn't have a great time there? I'm with you also, if I had the choice between Hawaii and Disneyland I definitely would take Disneyland!

Marti~bummer you can't get reimbursed for the parking but hey definitely file it on your taxes. Glad you are liking your job. Who was that that had the doggy daycare?? I remember some of the old timers but can't remember if it was Michelle, Mel or who?? I often wonder what those ladies are up to and how they are doing.

Jen~aaaahhh, your poor doggy. You definitely have had your share of pet emergencies. Isn't it funny how our pets can feel our pain?

Sam~hey, a 3 pound loss is GREAT! Plus, they say it's not good to lose too much too fast, 1-2 lbs. a week is good. But I also know the bigger you are the more you loss in the beginning. But still 3 lbs. is a great loss and you should feel great about that. You are doing an awesome job.

Jane~I must say after calling you Jana for so long it will take some getting used to Jane. Well, that's good there wasn't any damage at Disneyworld. So I assume you guys are going as scheduled? I did like A is for Alibi. For the most part I liked all of them, the ones I have read so far. I just think I have read too many too close together.

Sue~sorry to hear about the cancer on your back but glad you caught it. A friend of mine had skin cancer years ago and she is fine as I am sure you will be also. Sending some good vibes your way :goodvibes: And just remember anytime you want to talk we are here for you. :grouphug:

Angie~so glad to see you back. And a belated :hb: :gift: HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Tanner! :gift: :hb: Actually, I had no clue that Volvo made the engines in the Santa Fe. That is cool because I know Volvos are supposed to be the best cars made. For the longest time I wanted one but I like the older more square ones. Of course now they make a SUV-I can only imagine what they cost. I am definitely liking driving it. Sending good vibes for Brandon's surgery. :goodvibes: I know he will be fine.

Shanna~hope your first day of school went well and you liked it. Also, that your foot is better.

Ms. Susan~what cha been up to girly? We are missing you around here. Hope you and Rachel, Rebecca and Gabrielle had a great weekend together.

Hi to everyone else, Mindee and Julie, hope I didn't forget anyone. :wave:

Had a couple of errands to run this morning and now I have a couple of loads of laundry to get done and some straightening of the house to do. I should go for a walk while it is nice and cool. We'll see when I get everything done if I have enough time, maybe later when DH gets home we'll go together. Other than that not much going on in my neck of the woods. Well, ladies take care and have a wonderful day! See ya later. :wave:

Thanks guys for the support...I guess I just get a little down sometimes because it would take me FOREVER to lose this weight if I only lost about 1 lb a week!! Seriously, it would take about 2 years or more!! I know, it's either that or continue the way I was and get fatter and fatter :lol: I have said that to other people in the past. Noone worry, though, because I know what I did wrong, and I am going to do better. Maybe I won't lose 5lbs a week, but even losing 1-2 lbs a week, even STAYING THE SAME would be better than gaining!!! I am thinking about getting a digital scale, any thoughts on that???

:) :grouphug: Sam

Thanks Cristi- I was going to IM you but will say hello this way.Thanks for the card and sweet words :)

Fell overwhelmed with everyone posting, impossible to keep up but will chat about myself.....lol.....think I can keep my own information straight *roll eyes*....we hope.......
Warm thoughts for Brandon though- Angie....and continued best to your health Sue.....

I am 148 today- yikes!! Too much fun over the weekend. Sauvies Island is a fun place. Though I mighht head out to Canby--- Katy.......I have been out to that pumpkin farm before - it is nice.

Just working and getting Octobers newsletter out--- btw--- I did FINALLY find some envelopes so I will get out Sept's to Jane and Cristi........anyone else on the mailing list??

Gaby's dad is AWOL.......disgusted with him. Probably for the best - considering. Breaks my heart for Gay though.....

k-
guess that it is.....trying to drink 100 oz's of wadder and get back on track!!!