Ah, yes, currently addicted. Frank is my favorite designer. Doug is a pain and so are two of the girls. Do like Jennifer too. My sister and hubby just did their own Trading Spaces type redo of their bedroom. She said it takes lots longer than two days but they spent lots less than $1000. They're now tearing wallpaper off bathroom. Said that looks easier on TS, too. Marathon on tonight but I know I've seen at least two of them. I MIGHT paint my old tv trays. That's as far as my ambition goes right now.

I read somewhere that what the cameras don't show is that there are other "helpers" -- which if you think about it, paint doesnt dry the same, etc, etc- I like Vern too-- he is a class act-

Have you ever seen the BBC show Trading Spaces came from?
I think that one is even better. I am blanking out- is it called Changing Rooms? there's a gardening suprise show too called Ground Force- they do amazing things especially w/ small spaces.

I've never seen the 'original' but would love to. Like Vern, too, but couldn't think of his name. I figured there had to be helpers because people not used to painting, sewing, etc. just can't get things done that fast.

I've seen things I've liked by all the designers but the personality part spices things up a bit and I'm sure they push the "persona" thing. I'm fairly new to it, just started watching this summer so was seeing all reruns until recently. I've watched a few "while you were out"s - ok. And I like "Curb Appeal" on H&G. Not a big TV watcher anymore so I'm glad I'm "semi hooked" for a while. Could use a little inspiration/motivation in that direction too.

Trading spaces I love it, I did figure thought that there were other people helping out. Just way too much work to do in that short time especially for Tye and Amy in building all the stuuf the make. I love frank don't think he has done a room I don't like. Doug well I don't really like him but I did like the room he did with the zebra stripes on it.

Yes, that's a good one too!! Don't you love the Virtual ideas at the end?? Wish someone could do that to for me!! So I'd get a beter visual of what I really (will) look like now and LATER!!

DH has just invited me to brunch- we are going to the farmers market for weekly produce pickup. Hoping to get some soup made and in the freezer -- That's one plus about the cooler weather coming back, those winter recipes !!!

I'm looking forward to the filling up the birdfeeder and watching how many birds come to visit.

Maybe get to the library, too to look for "Fit From Within" by Veronica Moran.

Is the marathon on this afternoon? On TLC?

The marathon is on this evening. 7, 8 and 9 or 8, 9 and 10. Don't exactly remember.

Fashion show this afternoon turned out pretty well. they sold chances of four baskets. The first one was the Chocolate Lovers (how about that for a dieter?). they called my name and I was thrilled. the second was a Pampered Woman, full of candles and creams and stuff (haven't looked yet) and they called me for that one too. I asked them to draw another winner for the Chocolate one as I didn't feel right taking two. A third was a Snack Lovers (another diet no-no) and the fourth (in which I had put two tickets) was a Wine Lovers (wine and cheese). Then when they did door prizes, I won a $5 gift certificate to a little shop they tell me is really nice so I'll have to go find it and spend lots of money to go with my gift certificate. Most of the time I don't win anything and could hardly believe my ears. Food was good but I only ate half (talking too much but that's ok for the diet). Saw lots of people I used to know, etc. So not bad.

Doug did a room last night that I really did like.

Anagram- Lucky Girl!! I'd have been tempted to keep the chocolate basket !! Good for you! Some folks would say that cosmic forces are rewarding your good efforts!! Sounds like you had a great day!

Monday is my "official" weigh in day and am thrilled that this Monday am I can report[COLOR=darkblue]a 1.5 lb loss[/COLOR .

I "rested" for 3 weeks and even as of yesterday, thought I would see the same number again this am. DH's plateau lasted 4 weeks until we began the Total Gym, I wonder if that's what helped get 1.5 off me too. I am still at a very low, slow level but it feels wonderful as each rotation involves stretching. I have an old shoulder injury and really feel a big difference. ( This is all IMHO)

Need to get the rest of the morning rolling-- Hope everyone enjoys Monday!!

Today's Thought is:
"Remember that in life, as in football, a fumble is not always a bad thing" from Life's Little Instruction Book

Great Monday morning, all!

I do seem somewhat cosmically energized today, Kaylets! Hope it lasts till noon!

And congrats on that 1.5 loss. That's more than the pound in your motto.

Hello All!!

Weather is very chilly ( for my part of the world ) w/ storm warnings-- overslept and am very achy and stiff--
This time change can't come quick enough for me!!


This is a good day to make the best choices -- I'm going to try and string best choices in a row--


Today's thought is

"You have to have a dream so you can get up in the morning" Billy Wilder

Amen on the achy this morning. Pretty good frost here last night. Am satisfied with yesterday food and water wise but no exercise for a week now. Although more active in house. Maybe will do pool tomorrow to keep from permanent stiffening.

Am hoping to get daughter and family to come home over the weekend to get away from "sniper territory" if he's not caught by then. Now he's in son's area too. Can't think about it but can't escape it either.

It is very scary to think what this indivdual(s) must be thinking to have made him (them) hunt people.

We are about 2.5 hrs from this area but very close to I-95 -

I think he will be caught by accident as so many of them are caught- pulled over for a bad light or another kind of traffic violation. I also hope that because there are so many eyes, it won't be long now that he is caught and stopped.

I know everyone is hoping and praying for this to end.

I hope you all and your families stay safe and away rom this head case shooter.

I have made my 5lb challenge I lost 2.6 this week and Im so pleased with that it feels great. I hope to have another good week this week and to stay on program again it worked so well this last week. I always do stick to it but I guess not as good as last week. Well everyone have a great week and I will continue to check in.

Wind is blowing and rain is coming from every direction!! Even the dogs don't want to go out!

Need to leave early as traffic is going to be interesting.


Am continuing to string good choices in a row- was sorely tempted yesterday afternoon but 2 big bottles of Walmart Cranberry 0 calorie water took the edge off. I did eat an extra Pria bar but stayed OP intstead of the middle range I was aiming.



Today's thought is:
A strong, positive mental attitude will create more miracles than any wonder drug----Patricia Neal

Weigh in day - Wahoo! I'm down 1.6 for the week. We're having the wind and rain too - sort of a glum day all around so nice to have a perk-me-up and nothing does it like a weight loss.

Love that quote too, Kaylets. Powerful little things - our minds.

I am just wondering about something has anyone ever experienced the loss of not enjoying the foods you use to. I have completely gone off chocolate and I use to love it,it just doesn't do a thing for me anymore. On the weekend I had extra points like lots hadn't even made my points for the day so I decided to havve a piece of carrot cake with cream cheese icing it was a good size peice at that. I ate the whole thing and then said yeah well just didn't do it for me, I just find the stuff far to sweat for me. Am I just nuts or what, hey I don't think it is a bad thing it makes watching what I eat so much easier. It isn't even just the sweat stuff it is anything greasy or with heavy sauces just don't do it for me. Anyone have the same thing.