[Diana3271]

I wonder where Lauren is. I hope everything is OK with her. She hasn't been on since Friday.

Demona You are correct, Knowledge is power.

Something funny with me and the whole knowledge is power thing. I have no issues asking questions. My family (DH and Mom) on the other hand would rather die than ask a question. Last Friday we went to one of our favorite restaurants. I normally order salmon there, but I think I have a seafood allergy (to those who have been here for a while remember my allergy? I think I have it figured out, but I will update that later). This particular restaurant does not have a grilled chicken breast on their menu. They have grilled chicken salad, etc. So anyways, to avoid embarrassising my family, I called earlier in the day to make sure I could order a plain grilled chicken breast. They confirmed they could do that. I told my family about this. When we got to the restaurant, I could feel everyone was uncomfortable. Anyways it worked out well and my food was very good.

On to what happened last night. There's another place we go to that has recently started a special. It's a New York strip steak w/ 2 sides for $9.95. That's a good deal. I looked up the calories before we left, but I didn't know the size of the steak. I knew 8 ounces would fit into my calories. After the waitress took our drink order, I said "I have a question about the New York strip". I caught a glimpse of the horrorified look on my Mom's face. I know she was thinking 'OMG, Diana is asking another question'. Anyways it was an 8 ounce serving, so it worked out well.

I swear you would think they would be used to me asking questions, by now.

[L R K]

Diana - I'M HERE!

[L R K]

love & GettinFit - Holy Moly!!!!!!!!!!!!! Soooo glad to see you ladies back with us!!!!!

Where have you been hiding hmmm??

[L R K]

You girls are all sooooo busy! I just can't keep up! I'll catch up with personals laters

So we are definitely completely covered in snow now, lots & lot's of snow on the weekend ... winter has arrived.

I only have 1 more full week of work untill we leave for Australia!!!

Here is my plan for the day Tues 12/7/2010

B - 1 small whole wheat bun w/ natural peanut butter + 1 choc.soy pudding + 1 small banana

S - Handful of almonds + cucumber and carrot sticks with hummus

L - Barley casserole + 1 cup mixed veggies

S - 1 small apple

D - Stir-Fry - Marinated tempeh, kale, broccoli, tahini sauce on brown rice

Drinking: At least 2 cups green tea + At least 2L water

Have a happy, healthy and OP day

[L R K]

Originally Posted by Pinkstar104

Lauren- Lucky! I love Harry Potter and want to see the new movie! I am going to go with friends next weekend to see it. Can't wait the series is so good! Enjoy it!
By the way I agree with Kayla your dog is cute! What kind is she?

She is a miniature Australian Shepherd

[GettinFit]

Hello everyone

Lauren: I'm ashamed to say that I fell off the wagon. At the beginning of Oct I went back to a 9-5 job and I had a hard time adjusting. My eating was totally out of control. Then I went on a 7 day cruise where I ate for almost 7 days non stop. I am so happy to be back on track and eating right.

I hope everyone else is having a great Tuesday.

[Diana3271]

Lauren Hi I was concerned because I haven't seen you check in. I did hear about the snow storm and was thinking maybe you couldn't get to work. Glad to see you.

[L R K]

Originally Posted by roxannestags

Do you guys remember the dog that I found that I had to give to the pound? The one we paid the adoption fee for so that she would find a good home? Well, I finally called on her to find out if she had been adopted yet and she had been put to sleep!!!!!! They couldn't tell me why, said it wasn't in the records. I feel awful.

Roxanne

Oh dear ... I do remember that pup, i'm sorry

This is why we need better laws and education for people who are interested in owning a pet. So many innocent lives tragically being cut short because of people's own stupidity and ignorance.

Don't you feel like it is your fault roxanne and please don't feel awful, you did what you had to do and you did the best you could.

[L R K]

Diana - Unofrtunately we are prepared for snow so no matter how bad the snow is we have to come to work - crappy deal eh I took Monday off just because my body was twlling me I needed to rest. So I did! Got up just after 1PM!

[L R K]

GettinFit - Well I am very glad to see you back and getting back up on that wagon!

[L R K]

Originally Posted by Diana3271

Lindsey I hear you on the laundry! I've been doing laundry and vacuuming all morning. It's amazing how dirty a house can get with 2 people and a dog. Don't even get me started on the dog hair.

I hear ya on the dog hair! We did a big clean of the house for 4 hours on Saturday and we found dog hair in the most unlikely places!

[Diana3271]

Originally Posted by LaurenA

Diana I took Monday off just because my body was twlling me I needed to rest. So I did! Got up just after 1PM!

Lauren That's wonderful. I am so glad you got some rest.

Do you have any special plans when you get to Australia?

[L R K]

Originally Posted by Pint Sized Terror

I'm getting ready to head out for the party. Here's a link to the thread with pics of my dress and makeup! Thanks everyone, for your kind words and help figuring things out!!
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/gene...ml#post3594567

You look great in those pics Pint

[Pinkstar104]

Good day everyone


I'm checking-in early because I am going to visit a friend that is in the hospital and will be undergoing surgery (removing a tumor that may be cancerous) in a few hours. She's a nervous wreak so I am going to sooth her and be there for her. So I don't know how late I will get back.

Exercise:
~ Walked 1 hour.

Breakfast (285)
3/4 cup kashi go lean cereal 180
1/2 cup nonfat milk 45
1/2 apple 60

Lunch (324)
1/2 slice dark German wheat bread 50
1 tbs natural PB 100
1 tsp mini dark chocolate chips 24
1 cup nonfat milk 90
1/2 apple 60

Snack (120)
apple 120

Dinner (290)
4 oz turkey 180
1 tbs teriyaki sauce 10
carrot coins 35
1/4 cup whole grain spaghetti 55
1 oz salsa 10

Snack (170)
1 cup frozen grapes 100
RF cheese stick 70
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Total = 1189
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[L R K]

Originally Posted by shellsbrood

Lauren!! I've been slowly trying to transition my family for the last six months or so. My dh is pretty resistant. He hates to cook though, and I as am the one who prepares all the meals... I introduced him to some "burgers" made from mushrooms the other day and he LOVED them. I think he can be won over. My kids are still little so they're much more pliable. They've been loving the vegan cookies. I used coconut oil in my cookies the other day and loved the way it made them turn out. I've been visiting Isa Chandra Moskowitz's website a lot. She's amazing! I'd love new recipes, so if you have any favorites, I'm all ears. I'll definitely pepper you with questions, so look out.

Awesome!

You should visit Alicia Silverstone's blog. She has some great recipe ideas!

www.thekindlife.com

But yeh any questions, throw em' at me!

Here is a really simple, healthy and delicious recipe that is sure to please. (It's also very inexpensive to make!) I made it the other night and it was really good. You can see pictures of it on my blog.

Stuffed Pasta Shells

Ingredients:
- 1 pack large pasta shells
- 1 jar organic tomato pasta sauce
- 1 block extra-firm tofu
- 1 small bunch fresh basil, chopped finely
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast (you can find this at bulk barn near the spices, vegans use this to add a cheese flavour to dishes)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 squirt of lemon juice
- Salt and Pepper

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Cook pasta shells according to package directions
3. In a blender, pulse the tofu until it kinda looks like a ricotta cheese consistency (sort of crumbly)
4. Put tofu into a bowl and to this add the basil, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice salt and pepper. Mix well. And set aside.
5. Spread the bottom of a baking dish with 1/3 jar pasta sauce.
6. Stuff each pasta shell with a couple of tsps of the tofu mixture and place into the baking dish with the pasta sauce
7. Drizzle another 1/3 jar pasta sauce over the top of the shells
8. Bake for 30 - 40 mins