Yo, Faire Queenies!
 

Greetings, Queenlies! Didn't realize I'd been gone so long. Not getting little notices that new posts have come in. Will have to sort that out.

Hope DHs b.s. is continuing to do well, Kaylets. Isn't it amazing how differently different doctors treat a condition? Sorry this weather playing havoc, wsw. Here too. Babysitting my pipes.

Sorry you're under the weather a bit, Arabella. You need time to recover from the trip, I'm sure. Are the toenails still in good shape?

Ceara, you're my hero this week. I've not been walking in this frigid weather. ALMOST went to pool today, even had coat on when phone rang. Sigh!

Flower, how wonderful!!! Things seem to be going well on all fronts.

Flannelette nightgowns here in the winter plus one thermal one. ceara, I go out in robe (and sometimes jacket over it) every morning to get paper. I swear I look like "MAXINE".

Went to DS's over the weekend. enjoyed despite weather. Spent a brief time at DDs while my two kiddos worked outside in the cold practicing pushing a wheelchair up a ramp to be sure they can get me in house after foot surgery.

Heavy stuff on my mind. We've been sure for a long time something was amiss when DH had all his problems. To make a long story short, DD has been doing a heck of a lot of work and has come up with enough stuff to make a solid case for a lawsuit. Been talking to several lawyers as well. So I must make a decision as to whether I can stomach all that or file a complaint w/licensing agency of PA. Or throw a screaming fit or something. I feel I MUST do something so it doesn't happen to someone else but also feel I must look out for me and my mental wellbeing (as well as that of my kids). It's not a money thing as even if we won, the lawyers, expenses and Medicare would get almost all. It's more a case of doing the right thing. I know I must do something, one way or another. But I also know I must get on with the business of life and laughter. Paperwork has already seemed overwhelming in sorting out my life and this would mean ever more.

I've not lost any weight (up a bit even) but in some ways I'm feeling better than I have for a good while. Had pre-admission stuff done yesterday at local doctor. Surgery will actually be done near DDs and I'll be hie-ing home with her for at least two weeks afterwards until stitches come out and cast or whatever goes on. Then another 4 weeks until pins come out. No driving until well after that. Fortunately, I have good neighbors (as I've told you all before) and friends and sissy who will help out. Sissy is recovering finally from her surgery. Other sister frantically trying to get her DH through his chemo and radiation. I saw her DH today at his daughter's where he's staying Th eves for medical reasons. He LOOKS great, has bloodwork numbers doing so well his doctor is calling him "ironman". A LOT of things have gone wrong but he seems to be doing well despite all. It's certainly been lifechanging for my sister. In addition to his health, they are facing possible loss of his job and medical coverage. Yikes!

So, anyway, that's some of why I've been away. Plus I have Auntie and Uncle (both 87 ish) who had moved a few months back to Independent Living. A week or so ago Uncle fell and, in falling, knocked Auntie down. Both hospitalized and now in separate nursing homes, hopefully recovering. So depressing for them to be so separated but it was the best that could be done in the usual medical rush.

I'm not being too successful at the weight loss but am definitely working on the health aspects foodwise. One of these days it's got to come together.

Forgive the novel. I'll try to be more current so I'm not playing catchup so much.

Happy Friday, Queenlies!
 

Huzzah!!!
 

Huzzah, Royals!!!! :carrot: Kind o' silent in the sister palace far far away and got to wonderin' if I could sneak in under the radar here 'n if I'd still have trouble getting in (it did take less time, but I got pop-ups) and say a how-do to all 'n catch up on readin' how thou all be a'doin' ... miss ye all 'n sorry to post 'n run but the open road beckoneth ... a special hi-ho to Wsw also ... it be so great to "see" thee again.

Flower, I be glad to "meet" thee, albeit sorry to be brief.

Just miss ye queens so much and glad to see all's well with thee, thou some be sufferin' from the cold 'n ailments thereof. It's cool here at night but nice in the daytime ... see thee ... here I go back 'cross the border ... :hug:

Oh, and the toenails are holding up nicely. I'm craving some deep coral polish, though, and it seems to be a difficult color to find. However, when I was out stocking up on cold remedies yesterday I picked up a deep pinky-dusky plum color that seems satisfying.

Glad to see Empress stalking the grounds. Howdy!

Also glad the toenails are holding up. Am considering a Chocolate Pedicure I've see advertised for Valentine's Day. Hmmm. Ah yes, it is often through sadness that we grow closer. I know had been so for DS and DBIL. A tremendous new appreciation, for sure. And i'm so happy your sadnesses have had the joy effect, Arabella.

Did tai chi today, groceries, etc. Run around, run around. I think I'll sit with Dr. Phil for a while.

There is a complaint process, Wood Nymph, and that is my alternate choice. Not too sure how effective it is but this situation is clearly spelled out. Had about chucked lawsuit idea this morning then DD called with more info from one of the several lawyers she's been dealing with. So I'm leaving the final decision open until Monday and will talk with her. Usual dilemma - one kiddo for, one against re lawsuit. Both feel SOMETHING must be done, as I strongly do. My love died from the negligence of one/two doctors, for sure, and from the effects of the long process that followed. Death spiral. An overprescription of a med. I don't know if it helps to know for sure or not. Don't know if anything would come of the lawsuits but several lawyers have indicated the one would be a pretty clear case, the other perhaps more murky but only in the "proof" part as common sense says it's so. DD did a terrific job gathering, analyzing, etc. (She is an attorney herself, btw, though nonpracticing for the last decade or so.)

Just shows there are always problems. And I guess these are easier right now than for my sister.

Sun shining, still cold, going to be so for the next week at least. Dr. Phil calling.

Hello all....


DH is in the shower so I am typing as fast as I can ....

His highprotein plan continues to bring his blood sugar numbers down which is still very tough for me to bring my mind around but its hard to argue w/ success..... DH started the diet "early" so we only have the barest of instructions.... hopefully Monday's visit will yield more.... The plan isnt pure Atkins....much less we find that Atkins changed since the last time we looked too....

Still frigid here in the mornings.... today might get above freezing....if so, it will feel tropical!

Anagram.... This is an awful choice for you.... If you go to court, it will take probably years..... and perhaps you will learn things you'd rather not know....
On the other hand, if your action now could prevent the same thing happening.....
Is there another alternative? If you file a complaint and its found justified would then the authorities step in and file their own charges????
I don't know what I would do if I were you...... there are so many things to consider......

Will you be online while recovering??? Do the princesses have access in their castle??? We hope so!

WoodNymph..... don't forget to get extra tea in! Its true... its almost impossible avoid the sound of coughing .....everyone seems to have a cold....

Ceara.....I used to love walking in the cold.... I would bundle up and then take the scarf away from my neck, etc.... It really was invigorating....
Hmmmmmmmmmmm

Flower.... I am trying to use your image to continue my small attempts at clutter busting..... Keep smiling!~

WSW-- I spoke w/ NC yesterday and they were cold because it was 40 degrees..... I had to smile..... but understand because it was so mild here too until we became the artic!!

Empress..... I wish I could be so many places at the same time but the reality
is that I don't post anywhere as much as I should.... I may find you soon to get some tips on SB's etc,.....

DH's dressed so I am off to breakfast.........I still am on the fence as to whether I too shall become a non vegetarian...
and then
Off to work!.

What a big lifestyle change you've had with DH, Kaylets.

Yes, the decision is based almost totally on having the same thing not happen to another. Like what will get the most attention from phys involved - I know if I just called or wrote, it would be blown off. From what we understand the gov agency could discipline, etc. IF we are able to package the complaint to get it past the first levels of scrutiny, etc. However, it also could take years, require depositions, testimony. Lawsuit not a guarantee either at this point as it must first be determined not to be "frivolous" but several lawyers have felt it would be worth their while. One (while they feel there is a case) declined as settlement would likely not be sufficiently rewarding (business decision - as they all are). Etc., etc., etc. Many points to be considered and sure have been considering while still planning stuff re surgery. DD frazzled yet leading the charge so to speak. Plus her 79 yo MIL this week had surgery to repair a hernia, remove scarring from colon (previous colon cancer), and remove gall bladder. When healed from all that, she'll have double knee replacement. DSIL is with her most of the week lving DD to placate the princesses. I may see them next weekend as sub placator and I'm booked to babysit the end of the month (if it works out) so the parentals can take a night away to celebrate in advance their 4/4 anniversary. Seems the only time they MIGHT be able to fit it in. ;) I'm counting every small blessing I can come across - to try to stay "balanced" with all this bad news stuff.

BIL had another horrid day yesterday- VN didn't show for important visit. went for radiation - machine was broken - replacement vn showed up/less than pro job done apparently but needed it for 24/7 chemo pump to continue. never called back for radiation - that will now need to be prolonged by SIX days - further setting back his surgery. My head is spinning w/sister's because I know the drill so well (though of course it was different).

So - it's Saturday and no plans except to muddle along. It's to be about 31 today so I must come up with a plan for fun and exercise (not necessarily the same).

I'm working heavy on the Vitamin C at the moment, Arabella, to offset all the stress and hopefully avoid. In my mind, avoiding the princesses would help me avoid a lot of school bred bugs so don't mind a little break from them right now. :0

So, time for brekkie and the paper and THEN I'll think. Have found one possible Elderhostel program that might work. I'm beginning to think this will work as a "portal" to getting my new life started.

Saturday in the Palace
 

Glad you're starting to feel better, Arabella, and hope your dinner w/friends was a help in that direction. Sometimes we need to relax and laugh.

Video - how invigorating, challenging. Something new.

Elderhostel course is sort of an intercisciplinary thing. Didn't even focus on that except for a cursory (screening) glance. I'm interested in a lot of things so that was sort of the approach I wanted. Several other factors played in - It's about a 2 1/2 hours north (about my limit for travelling) - it's at a small college I attended for a year when I was 18 and while I'm sure it's changed a lot - there'd be a sort of comfort factor for my first outing. DH and I had gone there (as a side trip on one of his business trips) probably 15-20 years ago and it's much more modern but still isolated up on a hill, etc. It IS six days and I was going to start with about a three day program for a tester. But the single supplement is a lot less than some other places. I haven't given up on having someone decide to go with me but I'm not optimistic either. So I haven't signed up yet - intend to look some more. But feel like it's a pretty good candidate.

Went to the mall yesterday just to get some exercise. Walked perimeter at my best speed, walked Penney's and a lot of Macy's but a lot slower in there ;). Didn't buy except an Auntie Anne's soft pretzel but felt better that I had done at least that much exercise.

What's the latest on the move, flower? Hi wsw, ceara.

The Sunday Palace
 

I am so completely stressed out. I come and read the posts here and I just can't concentrate enought to make a half way descent post so I leave without saying anything. I do think of you all daily.

I called the realtor yesterday. He won't know for sure if they have financing til Friday! Gosh this is cutting it close. Then it dawns on me I have to have the money for the uhaul and the new apt before the house sells. I try and do the taxes last night as our refund would help tremendously right now and it is beyond my abilities this year. Sending it all to hubby and having him deal with it. Even if it cuts into our refund.

Of course hubby being 2500 miles away I have no one to sound off to. He is sick too so even phone calls don't make me any calmer. He will be looking at apts tomorrow. I pray he finds something. My step mom offered to drive across country with us. Sometimes I wonder if it would be more calm just to do it alone. hmmmmm

Anyways, I have stayed on program food wise. (back on WW at home) I expect a loss tomorrow. I do need to excersice more though. But right now I am just trying to get thru each day without any more panic attacks and not eatting junk food all day.

Monday dawns in the Palace
 

OH, hugs, to you both, flower and Arabella. And to your valiant efforts despite all.

Hard call, flower. As I recall, two of your boys are fairly grown and should be of some help. I guess it depends on personalities and how much space there is. I'd be a wreck with all your decisions right now.

And, yes, a change of "space" can sometimes help, WN. And I like the way some puttering gets done despite plan when you're in between the things you MUST do.

Food ok yesterday. Did walk for a short time outside, very short, yesterday. At least sun was out and it was about freezing instead of below 0 wind chill.

Expecting a storm - really our first of the season tomorrow into Wed. And drat, only social thing I had planned is Wed and will likely be cancelled (I sure won't go out in bad weather for lunch). Then off to Princessville on Thursday, back Friday. Basically that means I have two days to "work" this week. Today and tomorrow. So here I go -- slowly.

Hello all....

Storm is still teasing us.... will I, won't I? maybe just slushy rain.....

I am ready to get on the road early ....big clunky work boots at the ready in the back seat.... ready, ready, ready......

DH saw the doctor and he 's dropped 4 lbs and blood sugar numbers are good,good good.

Doctor offered some kind of injection 2x a day to help weight loss.... DH said No thanks......

So what this diet plan is this....
If you ( I know you are going to chuckle)

If you eat 1/2 lb of meat ( preferably beef) you can have with it
1/2 cup of nonstarchy veg
1/2 cup salad with an oil dressing.... no vinegar allowed
1/2 piece of fresh fruit....

its preferable to have 1lb and have 1 cup each of the above....

I couldn't get a pound in..... Its very strange. Like being on a different planet.
BUT, I will say this.... I AM NOT HUNGRY.....

And.... believe it or not.... although I only really began this in earnest on Friday..... scale at work says I dropped 3 lbs.....

Which since the beginning of the year has been stuck on the same number or even up one or two....

PS>...... Splenda not allowed... raises blood sugar, creates cravings....

also, waitress told us that 20/20 TV show says some women find they are very cranky w/ Splenda.....

PSS.... Did you know that each serving of Equal counts as 1 carb???

Crazy.

All I know is ....I'm not hungry.....

**********
Flower..... Keep your chin up.... YOU ARE DOING LOTS AND LOTS AND LOTS....
Try to make sure you have a "quitting time" every day....Too much to do to have quitting time you say??? You need it to pace yourself so that you can be strong all the way thru this....Don't let yourself fret about the buyer mortgage only but 2 minutes in the morning and 2 minutes in the evening.... AND NOT IN THE SHOWER.... Just keep busy.... If this buyer works out, you'll need to have everything emptied, packed, etc....
If this buyer doenst work out, you'll still need to have everything ready to start showing again....
You are still Queen of your Kingdom! ALL of the other Royals are behind you.

I think you are very clever to let DH take care of the taxes.... That was a very regal decision!!
Sometimes men need to know they're needed. Now I wonder if he'll take it to the tax man......

Anagram.... I love the hostel idea. Plenty of time to find a companion.
I am sure there are others who also be looking for roommate.....
Perhaps if you spread the word, your circle of family and friends may know of a queenly lady who is interested in the hostel too?? It makes so much sense that the place would have a "buddy or roomate needed list".....

Ceara.... I picture you with dogs in the morning.... Me, I'm afraid I open the back door and then start making the lunches waiting for a "woof" to call me back to the door.....

Woodnymph.... I so admire you doing the yoga... I tried similiar and it just is so hard for me to slow down long enough to enjoy instead of wondering "how much longer.... I have so many things to do...."....

Napping is so much easier for me when I need to relax....

WSW.... we were at above freezing today... how about you??? change in weather made me very sore on Sunday.... hoping it doesnt effect you too much....

ok alll.....

I am off to the showers...

:val1: HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY, ROYAL ONES :val2:

Such messy weather - how can Cupid get about to do his job? I'm in for the second day in a row. Lots of snow, now sleeting like mad. Freezing rain to come then back to snow.

Not bad foodwise yesterday. Exercise was pushing some snow around until a young guy came along, about 13-14. He was out shovelling to get money to buy his girl friend a Valentine's gift. So cute. Asked for my advice as to flowers or candy. I, of course, voted for candy. I think at 13-14 it's nice to get a heart shaped box. Hope I'm right on that one. Also asked him to come back today when stuff hopefully stops. Maybe he'll want to get her a St. Pat's gift. That's about as close to romance as I'm going to get today so I got a kick out of the whole thing.

How's the change in diet going, Kaylets?

May Romance find you all today. :val3:

Hello all...

I lost a previous post ....It wasn't Shakespeare so I am not stressing....

We too have now have freezing rain ....temps are 1 degree below freezing but wind chill is fierce so rain is freezing when it hits the ground. My job has a 2 hr delay but I will probably not go in at all.... I have "carryover" vacation days from last year that will be lost if not used by 3/31 so why not use them today.

Yesterday I came home midday due to weather and realized when I went to let the dog out that our back door handle was broken. Snapped off in my hand.
Out of desperation, I called the maker, Andersen Windows hoping for info on a generic replacement. Instead, I was pleasantly suprised to find out that based on the numbers etched in the glass, they could tell the french door was made 10 yrs ago and still under warranty. So they are rushing me a replacement for free.
Amazing.

Luckily the outside handle will still work and lock but only outside. So once the ice on the fence gate melts some and we can get to the back yard, we will get to the backyard by way of the front door. Until then, we are huddling along side the house holding onto whatever we can. All of this is very strange to the dog. So far t his morning, we have tried twice and the dog has only walked.

As for new eating plan, still not suffering hunger pangs. But did have heartburn yesterday.

Its all very different.

I hope to do lots of decluttering today. Anyone with me? I want to fire up teh shredder too....


Hope all are well!

Anagram.... you are such a clever royal.... of course the young Juliet will like the chocolate! Besides, its then something she can share with the young Romeo!

DH 's gift is a massage at the nearby Therapy center. Its far cheaper than the Spa and I can literally walk there....Timing is perfect as this kind of weather makes me very sore and achey.

I am hoping it will warm up enough for me to get to the library later. If they even open. I'm needing to take a look at the books for these high protein, low carb diets and get some ideas for the bedtime snack. DH's doctor is very, very big on the bedtime snack and how it relates to morning blood sugar numbers.....

Ok all....

who is with me decluttering??

:hug:

G'morning, Lovelies!
 

Well, my "romance" came in the form of a Valentine craft from the little boys next door. Enjoyed it! in the evening, their Daddy showed up with a heart shaped little chocolate cake. Yes, I ate it. It's delicious - made specifically for the little one with a gluten (and I think everything else) allergy. I've had it before but never heart shaped ;)

Had to gather another (stronger) fellow to dig out driveway. Several inches of ice on top the snow made it too hard for lots of people. Sun out now so hoping to get some melt on the driveway. Too cold otherwise.

Cancelled today's trip to Princesstown. May be 3rd day "in" for me. Worked on gathering stuff for tax return - ready now for Monday appt. w/ dh friend. I usually do my own but last year was so different I wanted an expert. Did make oatmeal cho/chip cookies for girlies (4 heart shaped) - into the freezer for those until I make the trip next.

So back to the ever present paperwork. Maybe a little decluttering as well. Who knows what else? At least right now the sky is blue and smiling. Ice still shimmering on the trees. Yes, Wood Nymph, there is love and romance all around us, isn't there? I've felt it in recent days - friends calling to be sure I'm ok, kiddos fretting about/getting things ready for my upcoming surgery, all the concern for DBIL in his cancer bout (today is a BIG day re chemo), good neighbors. That thought makes me more relaxed and I needed that. Seeking some fun again today. Hmmm - why do I have so much trouble with that part?

No love for me yesterday. The house sale fell thru. :(

Why did it happen on Valentine's Day? I was already sad as my Valentine from hubby didn't make it in time. I miss him like crazy. Work is in it's busy season so he won't be flying out until the house sells. I have another open house in 2 weeks. I sure hope we get an offer and things go smoothly next time around.

I am down to 187. It is going SLOWLY, but at least it is going. I know I need to up the excersice. It is so hard while being a single mom, but I will find a way. At least everyday I find something else in my closet that is too big.

Well, off to go clean something, maybe pack up some books. Do something other than feel sorry for myself. lol

Hello all.....

Dh's out bowling so I am enjoying the solitude....


Flower, so sorry you need to find another buyer but all you need is 1... 1 is very doable....I remember when we bought this place at one point we had to swap lenders....You have the right idea.... just keep packing, washing, windows, floors, doorjams, etc.....In the end, it will work out.

Anagram.... how cute! You are braver than me to bake and let the cookies stay in the freezer!

WoodNymph....Sinus buster sounds interesting!

Right this minute the dog is telling me she needs some love....
So, I am off .....back door still only operational from the outside....

take care all

Sky's blue but still so frigid. Many roads still icy but my driveway's ok and I may need to go out today to save my sanity. This would be Day 4 indoors.

Flower, I'm SO sorry about the deal falling through. Long time since it happened to me but I still remember. Actually two fell through but, in the end, we got a better deal all around. Of course,you miss your sweetie - and would be nice for kids to see him too. I'm sure by now they're antsy about it.

Kaylets, I know it's a mind thing. If something's in the freezer or unopened (like a bag of chips) I can ignore it. Bring it into the "open" and it's fair game. I don't understand it. I baked Irish soda bread yesterday. Froze most of it but did cut one loaf BEFORE THAT and - well, you know. So good though and it meant I felt satisfied for a bit. I need a different taste every now and then. Not necessarily sweet - just DIFFERENT. Another reason I'd best go out today. When home in cold weather, I bake. Things I'd do sooner or later - today would be nut roll for Easter, etc. Freezes well and I can have it there forever and not cut it until someone comes. But once cut.....................

So off to the shower and figuring out my agenda. Watching to see how much sunshine can improve street despite cold temps. Should try for tai chi class anyway.

Hi, ceara! Bad weather keeping our royal personages away from the palace?

Left the home palace finally yesterday morning. Roads still not even close to good. Then, bringing in the mail yesterday, I slipped and went full out down. Hopefully I'm none the worse for it and, fortunately, some nice woman driving by saw me go, stopped and helped me up. With these two replaced knees, I couldn't have done it alone. I had been out chopping ice in the road and on driveway exit to road earlier. No problem. But I think the top part that had melted just slightly was refreezing. It was so fast.

OK, I baked nut roll. Maybe brownies today. Running fairly low on flour, sugar, etc. Cancelled princess 10 visit over the weekend. Supposed to have slight coating of snow this a.m. If so, I just may be in for the day again. Fall frightened me as everything is almost set up for surgery and I don't want anything to mess that up at this point.

My taxes are ready to go to CPA friend tomorrow. Have seen lawyer about possible lawsuit. Up to her now (pretty much) to take over decisions as to how, whether to proceed. She says DD did a tremendous job of researching. (always knew she would).

Tai chi cancelled Friday (teacher stuck in snow somewhere). This storm has really been a mess - penndot usually does a good job as does our local municipality. We've had 24 inches cleared away faster than this. I guess it's the 3-6 inches of ice on top of the snow that's been the problem. So we've only had one storm so far but I think that's enough for this winter.

Fresh start Monday!
 

Guess what I learned this week? If I have a high sugar snack before bed, aka dessert after dinner has been over hours before, I wake up STARVING! I have done this twice since journaling my WW points the past month. I never noticed the pattern before. Now, if I want dessert, it must be part of a meal. Who wants to start points at 5am, you don't get enough points as it is to eat from 5am to 10pm. lol

I had to go grocery shopping today. I was trying to get my pantry empty so we could move, but I know I couldn't make the kids eat can goods indefinately with no end in sight. lol I donated some to the local soup kitchen, things I would rather no eat. (aka canned green beans, YUCK, hubby loves them, but he isn't here)

I hope everyone is having a wonderful Monday, mine is okay. Not perfect but the pity party is coming to an end and hope my next open house brings me something to look forward to. I tossed my last oversized t-shirt out. No more overly big clothes for me. I can fit into my tootsie blow pop t-shirt now, it is a tad snug but 5 more pounds it will be completely doable. My Woody woodpecker shirt, well, that will need at least 10 more pounds. I bought these as modivation knowing darn well, I couldn't fit into them.

Good job on the motivational t shirts, flower. And on NOT doing the secretary job, ceara. And the extra walk around the harbor, Wood nymph. All victories.

Better (warmer) weather coming in today. Feels so liberating. Took taxes to DH friend to complete this year. Drove to a specialty shop as well as long as I was on that side of the river. Roads clear but still a slippery spot or two as of yesterday.

Out again this morning - to play catchup on a lot of errands, etc. Lots to get pre-done when you're going to be away a few weeks. Rather be doing it for a vaction. Nut roll, cookies, soda bread still safely in freezer.

But today being Fat Tuesday - hmmmmm - all these tv segments on churches baking fastnachts are sounding rather tempting. Isn't that the story, though? Temptation everywhere.

Interesting new news out re women's heart health and that it takes and hour to an hour an a half a day of exercise if one wants to lose weight. Sigh......

Off I go. What sayeth to a new thread soon to :welcome3: the coming up of :flow1: :flow2: SPRING :flow2: :flow1:? Or mebbe :goldpot: :goldpot: :goldpot:

Let's go for SPRING!
 

Down a pound for this weeks WI. I know now that if I want more than a lb a week gone, I am going to brave winter and excersice! I have my walking shoes on, the stroller set up and as soon as Mr Jack wakes up, we are walking! Hmmmm, 90 minutes. Guess that would be walk, video and weights all in one day.

One more day closer to spring!
 

Hello all......

Glad to see everyone is doing well.....

I had a meltdown with 2 boxes of GS cookies which were purchased to send to family member ...
Lesson....if you want to give food, pay to have it shipped too.....
Note: the meltdown happened about 2 hrs after this weeks weighin showed a 3 lb gain.... and I opened the drawer to find a file ... the minute I remembered the cookies were there too....


Anyway....

HERE WE GO THURSDAY!!

What about this early time change this year ?? I am wondering how I will do this!
Might even have to go to bed dressed for the next day to stay on schedule!



Hugs to all ....

I am taking you with me too... little bits that add up ...

Enjoying new opportunities for fun ( puppies in the snow)
Preparing ahead ( Anagram)
Leaving the Pity Party ( flower)
It's ALL Doable ( WoodNymph)

HERE WE THURSdAY!!

Good Morrow, Faire Queens!
 

All familiar themes to me. I've been a mite on the cranky side too, up and down the same couple of pounds. Got down after Christmas but fighting them again this past month since the weekend w/DS & DDIL. And then the GS cookies - probably be picking mine up as I'm heading today to Princessville for a two night babysitting stint. I do give most of them away and there are still a few from last year in the cookie jar but, as you say, temptation.

I'm beginning to feel a lot like Job. A tax problem (w/Comm of PA) reared its ugly head this week - a problem we thought had been settled. Called DHs good friend again and he's looking into it. $$$$$$$$$ Heading to the courthouse shortly to take an action to start the lawsuit. Planning to settle last remaining question tomorrow re surgery. Sheesh!

Ah, Arabella, you do such a nice job on thread starting (is that too blatant?) - but if you don't get to it in the next couple of days, I'll do it when I get back.

So off I go again for my little hugs and kisses. Already looking forward to coming home - don't know how I'll fare being away more than two weeks. Just fine, I tell me. Because that's the only choice, isn't it?

Not looking forward to early time change either unless it brings a full blossomes spring with it!!!

Oh goodness, just say no to those evil cookie pushers. {I know they mean well, but if you don't try them you don't know what you are missing and you can just say NO} Good thing I have all boys and only nephews, I don't have to contribute to fundraising.

I have walked the last 2 days, gonna get in a walk when JAck wakes up. It may snow tonight and strollers, unpaved roads and snow don't work together very well. I have an awful head cold. I have to watch my points. I tend to eat lots of comfort food and snack a lot while sick. Being aware is half the battle, right?

Come one, come all....