Good Saturday morning,
Angie - wow, no, I didn't know you were going to WDW!! I've got maps of each park that we brought home with us, if you want me to send them, I will. eBay is the only place you can get them ahead of time. They list all the attractions, restaurants, etc. You can plan your day with those. Disney MGM is my favorite park, and you would love it! Mondays are the best day to go there, since usually everyone runs to Magic Kingdom on Mondays. Then you could do Animal Kingdom on Tuesday, Magic Kindgom on Wedneday and Epcot on Thursday. Or go to a water park in-between. Just don't go to Magic Kingdom on Sat, Sun or Mon. Here's a link you just have to visit -
www.allearsnet.com - the place is much, much better than the official WDW site. I suggest you have a meal at the Fifties Diner at MGM. It's like stepping into the 50's, and everyone their is your "cousin". Mom makes you set the table, and if you get caught talking with food in your mouth, they will stand you in the corner - that happened to me, lol. They leave shy people alone, though. Mary and I didn't eat all of our green beans, so they had everyone in the place say woo, woo, woo, like an airplane, while they fed us, lol. Btw, WDW has lots and lots of healthy foods available.
Robin - well, at least you didn't get a ticket. You'd think a letter from the doc would suffice.
Are you packed yet, lol? Planning a vacation is part of the fun! If/when we actually make plans to come to your state, I'll get with you on a meetup.
Shel - I have a variety of things I snack on, but one of my favorites is veggies with a dip made of 1/2 cup salsa, and 1 T. lite ranch dressing. It's also a good way to get veggies. Fruit is good, too, but too much can add weight! I like to have a bowl of cereal to get the crunch, lol. About oatmeal, I know a lot of people mention steel cut, but no store here carries it. I think the instant ones aren't as healthy as the cook kind, but it's still better than junk food. Here's what I do with cabbage: take 1/2 cup of the slaw mix, which is reg. cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots, add 1 T. walnut chips, 1 T. Miracle Whip, green or red pepper strips, 1T. lite honey mustard dressing, and 1 drained can chicken breast. Stir well, and place on flour or whole wheat tortilla. Makes 2 servings. This has fiber, Omega 3 fat, protein, etc. and it really stays with you until the next meal. Or you can shred it and add it to casseroles or soups. I always add it to my homemade vegetable soup.
Joan - I'm so sorry to hear about your mother! I lost mine in 1984, and I still miss her so. How far are you from the desert where you'll be cleaning the mobile home? So glad your dog is better. We all like our pets around here. Again, I'm glad you joined us.
Marti - bet you're glad the day shift is over for you now. Is this your weekend with Jhanai? Tell her Aunt Jane LOVES her photo in your avatar.
Julie - hope you're getting rested from your trip and will pop in here soon.
Sue - I hope you got the same break in temps that we have down here!
Mary Kate - miss you.
Everyone else - hello
Well, ladies, the temp has dropped 30 degrees! It was 97 on Thursday, and this morning it's 67. I almost need my coat, lol. I can tell you I will be spending some time outside today. Mary will be so glad that the kids can go out again, and I'll be right there with them.
The dinner with my niece (Carol) and her DH went so well. He's a big eater, and did justice to everything on the table. Twice.
Carol is the one I meet for lunch in town once a month. Her mom passed away 19 years ago, and Carol and I vowed to stay close. So far, so good. Btw, I did good with the food. Not perfect, but good.
Have a good day, ladies,
