cONGRATS ON THE 51LBS KICKED TO THE CURB!! YOU GO GIRL!! yOU AE
WORKING IT. kEEP IT UP YOU CAN DO IT!! IAM NEW TO THE SITE. JUST WANTED TO POP SAY HELLO. MY NAME IS LINDA FROM TEXAS. HOPE YOU
ARE HAVING A GREAT NIGHT.

Hi guys!!!

Noelle, Enjoy your family time this weekend. I siwhed I could get some too. poor jay has been working nonstop lately. August is the busiest month of the summer for us so hopefully soon he can get some down time.

Cal, You know that does seem to fit in for when Corey starts up too. I wonder why? I am hoping he will be a good boy this year. We had a nice talk yesterday about it and he says he will try. Brit on the other hand is totally our of control and I am not sure we will even get her to school this year. I am so confused with her. We had to go to the cops yesterday about her and they told us all they can do is bring her home and that is it. There is some major drama going on right now but I wont bore you guys with the details.

CW, My closet is so full of stuff but every time I try to clean it out I say well maybe I will have a use for this. I never do but I cant justify getting rid of some of it. I dont like to keep clutter around either but my closet is a different story. I hope you make lotsa dough at your yardsale.

Julie, I found a couple of point websights where you put in the NI (calories,fat and fiber) from whatever you want to eat and it calculates the points for you. I even found one for whole recipes. It is really easy. I think you would like it. I have been eating 2 WW ice cream bars every night since I started and I am still losing weight and I dont feel deprived at all. I love it. AWESOME JOB!!!!! I would count the 2 extra minutes too!!!

Linda, Thank you! Your stats are awesome as well!! GREAT JOB!!!!
I hope you hang around these girls are awesome!!

I had to take Tyson(flamepoint siamese) to the vets for an emergency last night. He has a UTI...That is what killed Tinky. I am so nervous but glad that we caught it before it went to a full blockage but scared that it may happen again. I dont want to lose another cat that way. He is on antibiotics and pain killers. He still looks really sore today but at least we got some food and water into him. I brought out a beanbag in the livingroom for him so he can be comfy. He loves to nestle in those.

Good Morning guys. I have sent you guys an email that tells you what has been happening at my house this weekend. There isnt any more to say since this has been consuming my days. I just wanted to stop by and tell you guys how much you all mean to me. I cherish each and everyone of your friendship.

Hey guys. We had a busy weekend. Joe's brother went to eat with us Friday night for an early b-day for Joe. Saturday we went to his brothers engagment party. (we aren't really fond of the girl but we went anyway) and then yesterday I spent really cleaning the house. So, sorry I didn't post over the weekend. Angie don't you dare leave this thread. You know there are only a few of us left form the very begining.

Cal I loved wehn we put down our new floors. We want to do our bathroom but don't want to touch the house until we find out about this job in TX. I can't wait to see picc.

Julie I am lucky not having to pay for my hair. That is one thing that I am worried about if we move to TX too. I don't want to have to pay for my hair to get colored. I am sure it will be exspesive too since I have 3 colors in it right now. It is nice to see you back. Did you ever get that letter I had mailed to you?

CW don't worry about the weight gain. You know what to do to get it off and I am sure you will be down in no time.

Angie keep your head up girl. Things may be tough right now but they will get better. I can't say when but it will happen. ((((hugs))))

Well, I keep starting over on Monday trying to get my butt back in gear and today is no diffrent. I had a freak out day yesterday and ate too much. Mostly snacking all day. You would think cleaning would keep me busy but once I stopped all **** borke loose. I started today off with some All Bran cereal so maybe that will keep me focused all little more today.

Hi Girls

Angie I am praying for you guys right now. E-mail us anytime....we are here to listen.

Kempy I did get the letter about the sandals....I am sorry I didn't participate. I think that was around the time my dad got sick. My summer has kind of been thrown off by that. Btw I like the way you highlight you hair, I didn't get mine done, I got it done last August think I will leave my natural color for winter.

Noelle I hope you got some quality family time in. I bet you just can't take your hands off your little niece. She is so CUTE!

I was having a chocolate craving and had a chewy Quaker oatmeal bar and so far it has done the trick. I just got back from picking up some fresh sweet corn at a stand. It is so good this year. I actually blanched some and froze it for when it is below 0 outside. It should bring me back to summer I hope! Got to go get dinner started. Have a great rest of your Monday everyone.

Angie, my heart goes out to you. It's easier said than done when it comes to tough love. I'm so proud of you. If it were me, I'd me stress eating. I'll keep your family in prayer for peace and restoration.

Kemp, I know exactly what you mean when you talk about the start on Monday thing. Unfortunately for me, Monday comes, the house is still full of junk, and you know the rest. When will you know for sure about the move to TX?

Well, I hope you all have a blessed day.

Good morning ladies. I am still sick but feeling OK, just coughing coughing coughing.....it's not fun, but I can still sit here and type.

Angie, I'm sorry to hear about Brit--I had to retrieve my email from work since I didn't go in yesterday (or today yet). Oh my gosh, I don't know what to say except if she did test positive for drugs, at least you know it's not her talking or behaving that way, it's the drugs. I would leave her in their custody until the court says she has to do some kind of detox or something plus counseling for everyone so you know how to cope. I can't imagine having to deal with having your own child that you raised and loved behave that way. Hang in there girl, you know we're here for you.

Hello to everyone. Gotta run for now, be back later.

Boy it has been pretty quiet around here. I am part of it too so I can't say anything.

CW Joe has his interview tomorrow so we think by next week they will know who they want for the job. I am still pushing for him not to get it. I know I should support, which I really do support him, but I don't want to leave here. I just fell in love with this place and I don't think someone would appreciate what we have done. I am sure everyone feels that way about their home though.

Julie it is so nice to see you back. Please stick around.

Noelle are you feeling better today?

Well, today is grocery day so I need to get my butt in gear. I have a list of things i need to do and I wont be able to do any of them from the puter.

Angie I hope everything is going ok up your way. Be sure to pop on and keep us up to date. I know I want to make sure that you guys are all safe.

Oh, Anige, I wish I could be there right now. I know this is hard on you but think about the twins. You are dealing with it from a parents view and all you want to do is protect Brit but you have done what you can. You really need to trust the system to help you. They deal with this kind of thing all of the time so they know how to handle it. You are right, if she does go home she will jsut run away and then you may never see her again. This way she will be given some sort of help by people that aren't emotionally attatched to her. I know this is hard to hear but I am seeing my brother go through the exact same thing. He fights for Daniel to get home and when he does he goes right back to doing terrible things. One time he stole $1500 from my brother and you think that would have sealed the deal for my brother but it didn't. I tell him all of the time he is doing the right thing no matter how bad it hurts. This does not reflect you as a parent at all. You have done what you are supposed to do and she has made the worng choices. I can not tell you how to feel I just want you to know that I am behind you 100%.

Angie, I applaud you for and Jay for your decision to let her go and get help. It hurts like a b*tch to feel like you are hurting your kid but really, you are helping her as best as you know how. You can not let her destroy the rest of your family. She will get the help she needs professionally and will probably be more than ready to realize that you guys had her best interests at heart later on, and be ready to join the family again. My niece was the same way, but she's older now and in fact, was just sworn in to join the Army reserve. If they can't get her to straighten up her act, no one can. Hang in there girl, we're here for you.

I gotta get on my way to work. Hi to all

Kemp, I will pray that God's will be done for in the job situation. I've always believed He places us right where we are supposed to be. Just have faith that if hubby get's it, there's a divine appt waiting there for you in TX. If he doesn't get it, you're divine appt. will continue in Louisiana.

Angie, I know what you did is so hard, especially when they're crying. It tears at you momma heart strings. But know that you did the right thing for her, for you, and for your family. Sometimes, we have to seek help from outsiders. I know this, because I had to do this for my son when he was younger. He started acting out violently when he'd get mad. Well, I called a family counselor. It was a hard move, but he went to counseling for over a year, and what a blessing it was. It showed him how to chanel his anger without hurting others. He's turned out to be a fine young man, and I don't know if that would have happened had I not sought out the counseling. I know some people frown on such things, but sometimes you have to do what's best for your child. Angie, you are doing what is best for your daughter. I'm also behind you 100%.

Angie, I pray for you to have strength during this difficult time. She will get the help she needs.....in time things will get better. Hang in there.

Hey ladies, it's TGIT for me today. Tomorrow's a state holiday (Admissions Day) so I will be having a free day. I'm just at work pushing papers and trying to clear my desk. Nothing exciting at all.

Angie, how are you doing today? Hope you're feeling at peace. I'm thinking good thoughts for you and your family.

Kempy, I don't think anyone could have said it better than cw. Same for you too, only good thoughts

Hi Julie

Hi Dips

Hi Cal

Hi LadyT

Hi maggzs

and I feel like I'm missing some....but then again, they haven't been around so Hello to everyone. Have a great day. Gotta get back to work.

Angie, my heart- I had no idea all this was happening with Brit and the family. I think you're doing the right thing by her though. I'm not a parent so I try not to overstep my bounds with advise but Brit needs the kind of help that can only come from a treatment center. Don't be hard on yourself. You are a good mom, your children love you and you love them and sometimes when we love someone we have to make gut wrenching decisions. I'll keep you in my prayers, Babe. And good for you on taking control of your health and being a good influence on your daughter and all of us.

Noelle- Sorry for the absence. I'll be glad when I'm married so my hubby can run half my errands I'm trying to prepare for the coming semester. Anyways enjoy your holiday and stick to plan.

Julie- Missed you babe! And WW would probably be a great thing for you. Since practically everyone is doing it, you'll feel confident that you have people to turn to for direct support.

CW- Hope your healing up nicely. Missed you too.

Hi Kempy- You better be staying OP!!

As for me I'm doing SB {again}. I started back to phase one and decided to be strict about it. It's only been 3 solid days because I cheated a few times and had to start over. What ca I say? I love my bread. But i gotta be more strict with myself. It's all about self control.

Hey Angie- Good luck with the visit today. I start classes on Sept 6 and I'm ust enjoying my last few days of peace and quiet before I hit the books.
I actually have to finish up with my financial aid. You know how stingy they can be sometimes. TTYL