Hi Kathy
That space bar must be driving you up the wall .I don't usually get charleyhorses often ,or I should say I can usually prevent them if I feel them coming ,this one came in my sleep so If there was some warning ,I was to tired to realize it.I am sorry to hear about your sons arm,I hope the pain subsides and he is feeling much better soon.Its not a great thing to happen to anyone, especially a thirteen year old boy with places to go, friends to see ,roads to conquer,I guarantee he will be back on his blades before you recover.LOL Well I think I have said a lot today I hope I haven't worn out my welcome .Have a good night and I will hopefully talk to you soon.
Ellen
Katy - yep, Dale and Mary are making their own traditions. Actually, she's incorporating some that she grew up with, and Dale is soaking it all up like a sponge. His family doesn't do holidays. At all. Easter and Christmas are like any other day of the year to them. To each his own, but I personally can't imagine that! How'd the day with just you and your sweetie go? Watch any interesting movies?
Marti - so why were you passing out? Hopefully this condition is long gone! Caylin got so many sweet kisses and gave back some slobbery ones, lol. I will post a pic from her party, ok? Did you have a good weekend with Jahanai?
Ellen - (Edited to add: saw where you listed your name!) Hon, I've got the most uneventful life of all the Jaded Ladies but it doesn't stop me from coming here and boring everyone to tears, lol. I've read all the Woman of Substance books and absolutely loved them. Especially the first one. Emma and Blackie belonged together all along, don't you agree? Thank you for sharing your info! I do believe all of the Jaded Ladies are animal lovers!
Julie - can't blame your DBF for how he feels in regards to the friend/wedding situation. Maybe once she hears from her mother how you guys feel about it, she will open her eyes and see how she's treated you. If not, you haven't lost much, sweetie. Hope the new bed was comfortable!
Kathy - so sorry to hear about your DS's arm! Poor kid! Is the pain being managed now?
Hi to Cristina, Angie, Susan, Shanna, Sue, Jen, Mindee, Sam, Katiecat, and anyone reading this.
Today I have to call the hotel in Indy and the Disney Pop Century Resort to verify our reservations. Also need to call Tiffany Town Cars to make sure the 2 vans will be there waiting for us - 13 of us! Their drivers will be at the luggage area in Orlando with a sign with our name on it. I think that's cool. Also am going to send the packages of diapers, breakfast foods, etc. today. As you can tell, the excitement level around here is escalating!
Good morning!
I woke up at 4 and couldn't go back to sleep - so here I am posting away!
Susan - so when do you get to go to Hawaii? Sounds soo romantic - what a sweet love story
Marti- How were the cheeserolls - We saw all the LOTR movies -they were so great! We don't get out that often to movies, so when we do we try to make it special. Yesterday we sa "Hero" a Chinese movie with lots of fantastic martial arts. It was quite an adventure, and we highly recommend it. If you liked Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, you would ike this one, too. It's not martial arts in the Bruce Lee/Jackie Chan type, more Chinese mythology. Hey we have a book thread, here, maybe we should have a movie thread - I would like to know what kind of movies people like.
Ellen/Tea Rose - I enjoyed learning more about you - don't worry about long posts. You write so lovingly about your family - they are a great support to you, I can tell. From what I read, you are making some postive changes in your life, from my experience positive builds on positive, so keep up the good work. Hey - make those kids do the cleaning, lol!
Jane - Countdown to Disneyland! When do you go - I can't remember. I thinkyour hurricane danger has passed. I read about Matthew, but that was in the Panhandle and heading west.
Kathy - sorry about the space bar....how do you like getting all those emails? It drove me crazy...but I can see them helping if I got in over my head..or if my house was bigger and I was working outside the home with little time to clean.
Hi to everyone else....I haven't weighed yet today but I am in a maintenance rut, so I don't expect much change. I got too hyped up during the debates and ate too much, drank too much! Yelled at the TV alot. Geesh... I could never be a politician - a ticket straight to either rehab or Prozac....DH says we may need to move to Canada - told him - hey I know people there
Here's Caylin, with just a diaper on, in awe of her birthday cake. Of course, there was a big one for the crowd, all done in a My Little Pony theme. She was surprised when we all sang to her, and got a little embarrassed. She did some real damage to this little cake, and her mom was glad there was no laundry to worry about, lol.
Early days for the next two weeks. (I think they're testing me to see if I collapse from exhaustion or not!)
Jane--Can we all saw "Awwww!" She is SO cute! Love those cheeks! Glad she had such a happy birthday! Hmm...why was I passing out? They never figured it out. My stepmom eventually told me I was faking it (which made our relationship that much more bondable----yea right) But if I were to look back and see what it was all about......I would say it was a lack of eating. I was a hyper teen, and hardly ate. In high school I was 110lbs. BUT....while I was having these episodes I could easily have been about 100-105. TOO skinny. I don't pass out hardly ever anymore.....occasionally as I got older I have. Lack of eating before exerting myself I think. So now I really try to watch it. But I really don't have any idea what causes it.
(that was a long winded explanation wasn't it?)
Ellen--I'm so glad you told us a little about yourself. I don't mind long post at all.....I usually post long ones myself and I just babble on about whatever comes to mind. I'm glad to hear that you have such supportive children to be there for you. And it does sound like you're doing a lot to improve yourself and I applaud you for that. It takes a lot of willpower to get yourself to feeling better. Always know that you can come here ANYTIME if you ever need to just talk.
Kathy--Ok....it must be the early hour, but it was a challenge for me to read your post! So sorry to hear about DS arm! Hope he starts to feeling better soon.
Julie--I would have nothing more to do with those friends after that. A friendship is something worth treasuring, not taking advantage of. And I think your DBF calling was a good move. If things don't change I say move on. I hope the new bed was comfy and that you got a good nights sleep.
Katy--I still haven't seen "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon" But I like those types of movies. Someone else mentioned "Hero" and said it was good.....I can't remember who it was...someone at work. I think a movie thread is a good idea.......why don't you start one?
Morning to all the ladie out there!
James cheeserolls were good as always. Sent some home w/Jhanai. Yesterday Jhanai & I walked over to the Church playground and played on the swings. We were trying to beat each other on who can swing higher. That was so much fun.....I had forgotten how much of a workout that can be! We probably spent an hour there. Then eventually we got thirsty and walked back home. It's only across the street and down a field so it wasn't too far.
ok...time for me to get gussied up for work, drink some coffee, and hit the road. I still have to stop by the bank to deposit my check (must do the direct deposit soon!) and get some parking money. One drawback about days....paying $3 for parking. But here is a question for you all: Would you rather pay the $3 in one spot, knowing your car is staying put or would you park in the parking structure that is a little cheaper but you have to hand over your keys to the attendant so they can do "stack parking", not knowing whose driving your car? I'll pay the $3!! It's only for two weeks anyways so no big deal.
Jane, ahhh shes too cute! Thats too bad about Dale's family, they are missing out on so much, and probably don't even know it.
Marti, I used to pass out the day of my periods, just knock me down. *** for ponchos, I bought one at Wally's for 20 bucks, say them everywhere but so pricey. Wouldn't be too bad to pay 10,,,Id get 2 then...lol Pay the 3 bucks. You would worry if you let something in the car for them to steal or maybe there would take a joy ride with your car.
Ellen, Id raither have friends who is are softies raither then meanies to any animal.
Good to know you have wonderful support from your children. I do live a busy life, trying to keep up with the kids and let them enjoy their childhoods.
Kathy, ouch! Hows he doing now? Poor kid that must of been painful to have to be put under to allign...*shudder
Are you having your dinner today or was it yesterday? We went to Sylvan for ours yesterday. My two Aunts and a cousin was there. Good laughs, good food, alot to be thankful for.
Sue, Brandon had to have that test this past summer, he didnt' enjoy it either. Only because the woman tried to move his feet the way they wanted and well that way was too painful.
Julie, have you already made the dessert? Personally I wouldn't make the desserts, Id give her enough time to spring this job onto someone else, let one of HER friends make it. Wish her well but leave it at that.
My plan today is clean the house,,,wash windows, clean up the flower beds, and if I have energy clean the office,,,%$@$ hate the messy office. Im thinking I will try to negociate with the boys,,,,for these small jobs I will take them to a movie..this is a win win situation for me...lol One of my friends once said I was the best negociator shes ever seen,,,,lol
Well Tanner and I found a 3 piece suit for 14.99 and some ugly messed up teath with 1 gold tooth in the front. So he will be a greacey gangster...lol
Katy, I used to sew all the costumes in the house,,,past 5 yrs have really not done as much. One year my cousin asked me to make her boys ninja turtle costumes, and since I was making Brandon's OMG those shells! But I did it, so her two boys, Brandon and my youngest brother who was 7 were teh 4 teen turtles. There have been pirates, pumpkins, wizards, trappers, Monte and I have dressed up over the years and gone to parties, once I was a sheik, and Monte was my harem girl,,,hilarious. I didn't know how to keep a jewel in his belly button and used gum. Well that was great till the body heat softened the gum to almost liquid and well with gravity it slid down *lower* from his belly button,,,need I go further in this? HE was so ticked off, everything was stuck together...lol
I now only wear a funky hat from Disnelyland when handing out candy...
Well should start to negociate my plan...lol
Angie
Sorry I haven't posted in so long-this definitely has been a crazy week. And after taking almost an hour to catch-up on all the posts I don't have much time to post myself-bummer. Will try to make some short posts and if I miss anyone so sorry.
Marti~I would pay the $3. If it was just an hour or so that they would have my keys maybe but 8 hours, no. I have been meaning to get a poncho-yes they are in and I love them. Just haven't found one that I really like yet.
A big WELCOME to TeaRose!
Jane~so is everyone getting excited? I hope you guys have a wonderful time! And Caylin is sooooo cute! Would love to get a hold of those cheeks!
Julie~I am surprised you are even going to make the desserts the way this so-called friend is treating you. She probably had it planned for you and DBF to watch her kids at the wedding. I'm sorry but to me it sounds like she is not a friend at all but just using you and good for DBF for calling her mother.
Mindee~aaawww, in-laws. Don't even want to go there as mine are the same if not worse. My own parents are about the same! Can you post the site to Brandon's pics again? I don't even know where to begin to find it here.
Angie~hope Brandon is feeling better.
Sue~sorry to hear about the MRI but definitely understand what you went thru. I had one not too long ago and it freaked me out. I too had to talk myself down. I was in there the whole time trying to think of a song to sing but all I could think of was when is this going to be over. Cracked me up the guy said it would take 30 mns. and to not breath-ummm, right. Just not move or breath to heavy and if I felt I needed to get out just call cause they could hear me. Didn't like it at all and hope I never have to have another. I do the tanning beds also and that I can handle because I have control over it if I don't care for it. Anyway...hope you are fine and a very HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY! I would have sent a card thru snail mail but don't have your address.
Susan~I am so very happy for you! So when do you go to Hawaii? I too want to go! Can I please? LOL He sounds like a sweetie and I hope you have a wonderful time in HI, of course I know you will. You must take lots of pics!
Kathy~hope all is better with the kids. I am telling you it was a challenge reading your post!
Jen~I agree with you about the Michael Moore movie-I too came away disgusted. And while I know there are two sides to every story he had a lot of stuff to back this up so...
Hi to everyone else!
This past week was a busy one for us as I stated, don't even know where to start. Just a lot of running around. Then Friday and Saturday was our yard sale. Didn't do as good as we would have liked but it was okay. Now we need to take a lot of stuff to Goodwill and see if I can find someone to donate some encyclopedias too. DD and I went to the show, DH and I went to the show, took DS looking for a truck and so on and so on...Just glad that this week will be a slow one-I think. Really need to get off this thing and get going. Didn't think I would be on this long. Nothing really special planned for the day or week. Have some errands to run today. DD and I plan on going to the show this week, need to get to the library and clean this house! Hope everyone is having a great Monday. Take care ladies.
Was about to send the newsletters out - too bad the PO isn't open today...lol
It will get there though!
Hawaii???? HOPE in 2 weeks or so........he was putting in for his week off today- he needed to give a 2 weeks notice for time off and he was checking in when I can get on a plane, purchase the ticket and all...
I have just a week vacation myself.......need to talk to my boss when I go in this afternoon.......
He is a doll.....so sweet and big hearted.....full of compassion and love *sigh*.....he was always like that.......and everyone talks so highly of him. A lady from our group met him in California last summer, he was there for a reunion and they met up from our parents group. She is a teacher and says what a keeper he is......her meeting him in person gives me hope he is .............normal........lol
He is.......so sweet and I love listening to him sing......and, and,,,,,
lol
My mom is going to watch Gaby for me and........we are set!! She said we have to buy new underwear and bra's.......lol- it is like "MOTHER!!".....she is soooooo weird, she never supports me in anything........maybe she just wants to have a place to stay in Hawaii????? lol
Hi Everyone *Happy Thanksgiving* to you Canadien Girls
I hope everyone has had a nice day so far,yes the long weekend is over,I did clean the house and I did get some help fom the kids lol. Actually they grounded me , LOL from talking until I did ,so it was worth it to be back here with my new friends. Hi Jane Cayla is absolutely beautiful , I really miss those days, thats why I have so many little kitties ,its nice to be needed. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the Emma Harte series ,I suppose you to will be reading Unexpected Blessings when it comes out in January. I have been waiting for this book for many months now.I absolutely agree with you Emma and Blackie did belong together to bad it took them so long , wasn't it romantic and sweet the way it finally came to be. I just love this story, I will be sad when it ends.Do you have any exciting plans for this week or just more of the same. There is always Christmas to think about. LOL Hi Marti I hope your feeling better sounds like you are having a rough time.Hi Julie ,I have just read a little about your friend ,sometimes you give a lot and receive little,you have to make the decision to not let her treat you in a way thats upsetting to you.I really don't know the whole story but if I understood this ,she is having a baby ,has two other little ones ,and
planning a wedding ,could it be she is under so much stress that she really dosen't see how she is handling the situation with you ,sometimes as friends we take each other for granted without realizing it.I hope that you can work it out with her if you have been friends for a long time , you obviously have a bond with her children if you take care of them,maybe if you give her the benifit of the doubt till some of her stresses are less prominent ,you could then explain how she is making you feel.I hope I haven't overstepped my bounds its just an outside perspective and I hate to see friendships broken over misunderstandings.Hi Susan you must be so excited to be going on a trip to Hawaii, I have heard it is so beautiful there ,I hope you have a wonderful time, and I hear that all the time "MOM". LOL Hi Angie did you get your house cleaning done ,wow you are ambitious today, windows, flower beds and the office ,good for you.I guess your ready for bed then. LOL.I hope you and your family had a nice Thanksgiving.Hi SueI hope you feel somewhat releived that the MRI is ove hopefully everthing turns out fine for you.
Hi Kathy how is your son doing today ,I hope the pain has subsided somewhat ,He will have a few rough daysI know ,but before you know it he will be back to being his thirteen year old self .
I hope you and your family had a nice Thanksgiving. Hi Cristi Hi Mindee
I haven't talked you l girls before ,I don't know much about you's yet, Cristi I see your a stay at home mom thats a wonderful job, enjoy them, they grow up to fast. and Mindee I guess you are having inlaw problems I do remember days like that,I know my day is coming , I hope my future daughter and son in law don't feel compelled to write on a forum about me someday , or worse to a shrink. LOL Hi Jen I see we have much in common animal wise,you must be a busy girl, I see you live on a farm, I think I might soon have to. LOL I see there are other ladies here I haven't yet been aquainted with so I say Hi to all of you and looking forward to learning more about you.Well ladies as far as my well meaning diet plans go I will admit today was not a food one, I think I was so zealous in my house cleaning I may have vacuumed up my willpower ,well thats the excuse and I'm sticking to it, tomorrow back on track till Christmas, ahh isn't everyone excited about Christmas, I think its a good thing I ducked there,LOL .Well Ladies I guess I should go check on my critters My kids are off to second and third Thanksgiving dinners tonight so I am home alone.Its actually nice and quiet . I have some painting to get to this week hopefully,outside and in depending on how the weather holds up, will determine where I start.I hope everyone has a nice evening. talk to you soon. * Ellen *
Well just got in from the hospital, I worked from 3-9 tonight!! Figured if I went in tonight, then I would only have to go 1 night this week after work!!
Thank you all for the support on the friend topic.....what can I say, I guess Im a sucker!!! Apart of me really doesnt feel like making the desserts for this shower in two weeks, Im waiting to see if there's any feedback from the phone call DBF had with her mom before I do anything!!!!
The new bed was nice and comfy last night, I definitely tell the difference!!
It's back to work tomorrow, and back on my dieting tomorrow too, I've really slacked even though I only gained 1lb, CW 191lbs.....I feel bloated because I havent been taking care of myself!!!
KATHY, sorry to hear about your son, that must have been nice at 2am!!!
JANA, that Caylin sure is a CutiePie, Im sure she enjoyed that cake!!!
Ellen, WELCOME, WELCOME!!!!!
Hello to all the other girls, Jen, Shanna, RosieKate, Marti, Angie, Cristina, Mindee, Sue, Susan and anyone else I may have forgotten!!!
Well, finally made it back here. Can't remember the last time, Thursday maybe? I dunno. Feels like forever.
Not too much going on here, but I suppose that can be a good thing. Saturday we went to Grandma's birthday party (yes I jumped off the wagon and had cake!) and Sunday was spent watching football. Getting back into it today though. Walked the dog after work. She just loves watching all of the squirrels. And they are so busy burying nuts, acorns, whatever it is that they do! And it's fun to walk, now that some of the leaves are down, crunch, crunch!
I did pretty good with food today, but I still have a problem with the munchies all evening. Anyone have good tips? I'm sipping SF hot chocolate trying to beat my sweet craving. I really don't want to spend every night scrubbing the toilet, but I guess if that's what I have to do...lol
Julie - I still say it sounds like your friend is taking advantage of you. It will be interesting to see if there is any kind of response from her.
Ellen - HI! I do have alot of critters, but I don't live on a farm. I would love to though! I'm a city girl right now! Oh well, I've got my furry kids, what can I say? I'm a sucker. Got a few from the shelter, took in a pregnant stray, etc. I'm sure I would have more, but dbf is holding me back. I guess a collie, 8 cats, and a fish are enough for right now!
Cristi - Glad you are able to have a slow week to catch up on things. I would love to have a slow week. Anymore, it seems like each one is a little busier than the last. What's a girl to do???
Angie - Your shiek/harem girl costumes sound like a hoot. Especially with the melting gum.
Marti - I would definately pay the $3. No one drives my car, especially with me not in it! But I'm so over protective of my stuff. A friend of mine used to pass out alot in high school. Hers was definately related to her weight. When her electrolytes were off from not eating, she would crave lemons with salt on them. YUK! She used to come to with paramedics over her all the time.
Jane - Ok, Caylin is a cutey. And remember, this is coming from someone who doesn't like kids. Did you have plastic under her chair to help with that cake mess?
Katy - OMG I would die if I woke up at 4 and couldn't get back to sleep! Can't say I've ever gotten into the martial arts movies, but just about every other kind is ok.
Well, there's a couple other things I'd like to check out on the web, so I must get going. Tomorrow is my "Superior Soup" class, so not sure if I'll make it in.
Wow, Im wiped out, I got all the cleaning I wanted plus more inside but didn't touch the outside,,,I still have time before the snow flies...egads!
Im feeling so good about being so caught up, found many things including my ADDRESS BOOK! So now I have 3...lol
We went and saw Anchorman today,,,I have to admit I think Wil Ferril is hilarious and kinda cute. Since I saw his movie Elf Ive made a point of getting to see all his movies.
Came home had a roast in the crock....ahhh love my crock..lol Watched I am Sam, on tv. was a good night. Cleaned a few closets and the bathrooms. I had to go and buy shower rod covers,,,why do they make shower curtain rods that rust? duh....
Well tomorrow will be clean the outside I hope, this will be after I finish my volunteer time at school. I take calls from parents wanting interview times with the teacher. Report cards came out...so I have to be there from 8 till 3. Then theatre tomorrow, long day ahead.
Brandon is feeling alot better hes able to walk a bit,,,so another 3 weeks or so we see the Dr about the biospy.
So tomorrow Im thinking of making beef noodle soup,,,but I will jazz it up with some blended veggies,,,,to make it creamy,,,does that sound gross to you? I love creamy soups, and was thinking I could do it more healthy with using veggies and broth instead of cream. Ill let you all know how it turned out.
well night all
Angie
Wow..Caylin is a little doll baby. I miss those days of the "grands" being babies.
Today was a crisp sunny day. Hubby and I walked this morning and tonight. It felt good to get back to walking twice a day. I had just done one daily for the last week. I am back OP with the eating, but am sure not bragging. Two weeks ago I did great, bragged and then fell off the wagon for the next week. Now I am doing one day at a time. Baby steps. Hubby is going to quit eating junk, so if it isn't in the house I might be in better shape. I am not buying Halloween candy until the last minute...no sense being tempted. I am one who can do so good at mealtime...eat just what I should. BUT the snacks get me. I bought ff pudding and ff animal crackers along with some string cheese and lots of fruit. I might get through the munchies this week.
Angie- do let us know how the soup turns out as I am a soup fan when the weather is cool. I just told DH today that we are eating more soup, salad, and fresh fruit for the next few weeks.
Jen- I know what you mean about the sweet cravings. I try to have ff pudding or sf jello on hand. My big crave is for salty snacks, so I have to be careful about having them in the house.
Julie- Good luck on getting back to dieting. The hardest thing I have ever tried to do! I quit smoking with no problems 13 years ago, but the dieting is so much harder.
Ellen- Thank you for the good wishes. It is nice to have you here.
Susan- I will keep my fingers crossed that you get to go to Hawaii and that your friend is a wonderful person. My DD is meeting a man from online who she has talked to for a year. It makes me nervous, but she is an adult. I wish the best for you.
Cristi- Sounds like you have been very busy. Makes me think of my DD here who has 2 13 year old girls. I always tell her she will meet herself coming in the door as she goes out. Seems she is on the go 24/7. Yes, the MRI was a fright and I,like you hope it was my last.
Marti- Yes, by all means pay to park for now. It is well worth it. You are certainly getting the experience of all the shifts at work. Have a good week.
Katy- I have never seen the movies you mentioned, so don't know if I would like them or not. I think your idea of a movie thread was a good one and I have already been there. Don't worry, you will get back on track with the food. Except...look out..there is another debate this week. Hide the snacks!! I too get mad and "talk" to people on the boob tube. (especially the news media as they put such a slant on things)
Jane- I already said that Caylin is a doll and I am sure you knew that. lol.. (from one grandma to another) Hope you have a wonderful time on your trip. It sure sounds like you have everything down to a science about how to travel. I also had gotten pretty good at that when we took our yearly treks to Vegas (before we bought a place out there.) I had lists from year to year of what we needed to pack. Now I can pack light since I have most everything there.
I did laundry and ironing today. Ran the sweeper and cleaned all the fans and registers. Nothing too exciting. Tomorrow I go get my stitches out and have already told DH that he gets to spend the day scratching my back. We have to go look at Hobby Lobby for some clock parts and to WalMart for something else he wants..but I have forgotten what.
Well, dear JL's, I am sorry if I have missed you this time, will get you next time. I am about to fall asleep at the keyboard as it takes me so long to type.
Thank you Sue.
I think I will be just fine. He shows a lot for others - and he loves children- works in a school for the last 20 years in Hilo.
He told his son that I was coming ( trying to prepare him...lol) and that he hasn't felt this way towards anyone since his mother passed away 10 years ago.
Which took my breath away-
Ihopeshea pologizes-andrealizeswhatagoodfriendsheisabouttolose.
She did some real damage to this little cake, and her mom was glad there was no laundry to worry about, lol. 
So sorry to hear about DS arm! Hope he starts to feeling better soon.
