So I've been MIA a couple of days here in the chat thread. There really has been no change in my attitude or activity so I didn't want to check in if I had no good news to share. I still don't, but maybe being here will lift my spirits and get me moving:)!!

Wendy-I am so sorry about your pooch. It sucks to lose a pet since they become so much a part of the family. I just hope that you keep with you all the memories of her and that you are grateful for the time you spent with her and that should help ease the pain.

lady unicorn-congrats on your 13 years. here's to 13 more:hat: got anything special planned for tonite?

katallan-it's time to get back on track for you and me both. at least you had a good excuse (parents!) I say this is the beginning of the end for us (the whole weight loss battle!!!!)

nail lady-lol...chickens! my dad brought home chickens one day...i don't know why he did it. I think they are cute when they're chicks but they are annoying as heck when they're older. beware of fleas!!!

I was trying on clothes at wal-mart (you'd be surprised...they have some really cute things..and for cheap!!!) and I was just like, bleh!! I am not happy with the way I look right now and so disappointed in myself for not working at it. MY life has been made up of too many wouldas, couldas, and shouldas. I actually want to work now and see results. Wish me luck tonite and give me strength to get my workouts done. No more messing around for me!!!

Rosario here is some extra :dust: for you I know how it is! I have been at 200 for 6 weeks now. I did the try on at Walmart too and did not like the outcome. As for tonight we are going to buy a pool for the kids...They both passed and I am so happy for them. :carrot: I have had a good day. I hope yall did too.

Rosario, Just think of all the cute little things! you will get to wear whenyou get to the size you want to be...Thats what I keep telling myself!
Good Luck and keep up the good work!

Rosario-I know you can do it. I have faith in you. I've been the same way about working out, but I've gotten my workouts for cleaning and painting. Sometimes we get in a rut, but with some support, you'll be back on your feet soon.
So, today I got my bedroom painted. It looks so good. It was hard because it was such a dark color (fox red), but it looks so much better than white and cigarette smoke yellow that was on the walls. I even got new bedding and curtains. I made the best dinner tonight. Got it from this site-chicken breast in the crockpot with a jar of salsa and a can of corn. It was really, really good! I got quite the workout today with all that painting and cleaning. I showered three times because I was so hot! The weather is finally getting nice here, it's going to be in the sixties and seventies all week! Better than the frost we had the other night. Well, gonna go. TTYL!

Had a crappy week last week, but did great today and am back in it. Pushed myself ffor 40 minutes on the treadmill today (mostly running- woot!) and then walked tonight for another 20 minutes. Made better food choices and got my water in...Hopefully I can make it last awhile this time!
Just wanted to check in-- I'm going to be better staying in touch. I know it helps me so much!

Happy Hump Day!!

I've got a busy day planned. I've already done a 4 mile walk, and later have a spin class. I am supposed to go to the batting cage with a friend for a bit, and then tonight I've got a softball game!:D Busy fun, you just cant beat it. It is beautiful here already and looks to be gorgeous out today.

jelynn-glad your back on track! I can't wait til I feel enough confidence in my ankle to run for 40 minutes. I hope to be there by the end of summer.

Angela-your room sounds beautiful. I LOVE painting rooms in dark colors. (it drives my MIL crazy-if its not white, its not good) I only have 1 room left in the house that is white, and I'm planning the paint job right now. I found a new metallic paint, and think it'll be cool in the boho bedroom.

Rosario-:hug: You can do it girl!!!

la3y-Congrats on 13 years!!!! I hope you had a wonderful evening together. I have a great feeling that you'll be in onederland at your next weigh-in. You sure have earned it by sticking with it through your recent plateau. Congrats. We are all so proud of you.

katallen-sorry for your loss. My dogs are my kids and I'll be heartbroken when they go. Cherish all the good memories you were able to have with your pup.

Thanks so much Brandy We got a pool for the kids last night and I spent most of my time last night walking from cooking to the pool and back...lol. I hope tonight I will get my 2 points and some of that will be swimming...Wooohooo!

Happy Wednesday everyone! Hope yall have a fabulous day!!

Sorry ladies but I think I am going to sit the rest of the game out.
Just not doing very well with everyday life right now so let me get our little lives back on track here and hope to join you on the next one, Good Luck everyone!

I like stuff at wal-mart! I got a couple cute little hoddie jacket thingys, I love them! My little sister and I got matching ones (they actually had plus and reg sizes in them, haha) - the thing I hate about wal-mart their plus sizes are sized so small! So you have to get this HUGE size even tho you really aren't that big.

I know you can do this, I see you around everyday - don't give up! And if you never need someone to chat with im here all day long :D

I kind of dropped out of the game, haven't been keeping track of points. My husband and I received some bad news, that has thrown us into a bit of a tailspin. He has been off work since February with a shoulder injury, and it's been healing, but slowly. He has been having some leg numbness and backpain so the doctor ordered an MRI. It looks like it is unlikely that he will be able to return to his former employer. We will have to pay half of the insurance premiums until January, and then we'll have to pay Cobra premiums to have medical insurance after that, if he isn't able to work in some capacity by then.

He is really depressed. When he isn't grumpy, he's closed up inside of himself. I don't know what we're going to do.

I haven't kept up with this thread too much, but keeping up with my points nonetheless... you folks post too much for me to catch up! :p

Kap, I am so sorry to hear of your rough news. :hug: There isn't much anyone can say that is very consoling at this point I'm sure, but I will be praying for you and your husband and wish you the best through this hard time.

Rosa, I love Wally World! Where else can you spend 20 bucks and get a new shirt, pants and shoes! Hehe. Anyway keep up the good work, you can do it!

Wendy, we will miss you but understand the needed break, sorry to hear about your dog, it's always hard to lose a part of your family, even if it's a pet. :hug:

Courtnie, Congrats on your 20lbs!!! Keep up the good work!

Brendalee - thanks :)

I donated blood today and after had a glass of jucie the the cookies - can I count that as a healthy snack since it was good for my body? lol

Brandy-the batting cage sounds like so much fun. I would love to try that!
Well, today was long and I am sore. Must be from painting. Today I went to the cemetary with my grandma to plant flowers on family graves. They looked so good when we were done. Then, we went back to her house and I planted flowers for her there.
Did anyone watch Idol? I love Taylor and am glad he won! I'd rather had Elliott win, but Taylor was my second pick! It was a crazy show!
I also learned a new song on guitar tonight. (I Can Only Imagine-Mercy Me) Other than that, I've been watching my kitties go crazy over their play mice!!! They're to funny!
Night ladies, ttyl!

Wendy- so sorry about your doggie and that you are having a rough time. Still check in here- ok??

I didn't get a run in, but walked for about 30 minutes pushing my 2 youngest- so over 50 lbs, lol. Had a good eating day- no fast food which is great for me. Here's to another good one tomorrow!

Night :wave: