Hi everyone! Just checking in for a minute because I found the Key Lime recipe. It is not a pie, or frozen for that matter, but it's the right flavor....does that count????

Key Lime Bars

3 T margarine, softened
3 T fat-free creamcheese
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 large egg yolk
3/4 cup flour
2 T powdered sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup fat-free egg substitute
1/3 cup fresh lime joice, from Key limes

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat an 8"square baking dish with cooking spray.

2. To make the crust, beat margarine, cream cheese and 1/2 cup of sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and gradually add 3/4 cup of flour. Spread into baking dish using your hands (coat hand with 1 T of powdered sugar to prevent batter from sticking). Bake until crust is lightly browned, about 15 minutes.

3. To make the filling, beat egg and egg substitute in the same bowl used to make crust. Add remaining 1 cup of sugar and 2 tablespoons of flour; beat on low speed until blended. Add lime juice; beat on low speed until blended. Pour onto warm crust and bake 15 minutes more.

4. Cool on rack. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and cut into 16 pieces.

Serves: 16
Points per serving: 3
Cut these tangy Key lime bars into small pieces -- the flavor is so rich that a little goes a long way!
Prep Time: 25 min., Cook Time: 30 min.

Thin, the recipe sounds yummy....I will have to copy and print it...always looking for something to fix that sweet tooth I have.

Tina: I have to say that is one good apology and explains exactly how you were feeling at the time. I have to admit that I was thrown for a loop when I read the post the first time, and like many people have said so far " you can interpert what you read differently than how someone ment to say it." so, I am guilty of interperting it wrong the first time too, but now that you explained it I understand how you were feeling, hope others do too. And alls you can do is apologize and you have....so end of story...

Amanda: Great job on the loss this week, it will show more next week once TOM is all over and gone.....

TTYL,
Sandy

Hi guys... since i posted a long one last night I am just popping in today.
I have been babysitting my grandbabies all day and I am worn out.
I love them...but I am too fat and old. I know losing 100-200 lbs "might" help get around better. I am working on it... and with the help of all of you I just might make it.
I will try to peek back tonight.
Have a great day.

Hi Again -
I am finally making a few minute to post. Things are a little crazy with work and I have a ton to do tonight. I leave at 7:00 in the morning for Minneapolis and I'll be there until Friday. I have to get things in order around the house so my hubby can hopefully keep some order for 3 days. I go out there about 2x a year because one of the vendors that I manage is in that area. It is actually a fun trip because one of my dear friends from High School lives there and I get to visit him and his wife. And, the people that I work with are a lot of fun and I've been working with them for many years. So, other than a long flight and a busy few days it'll be a lot of fun. I'm going to the Mall of America for a little bit tomorrow.

All has been pretty well with me. This weekend was a little rough. We ate out a lot and had a party on Sunday. I was feeling a little blue by the end of the weekend, but I snapped out of it. I had Jeff take some pictures of me on Sunday and compared them to pics I had taken on vacation last November and I could really see a difference in my face. I still have a lonnnngggg way to go, but it helped me to see the loss on myself. I've had a really good couple days now with very healthy choices and exercise. I am packing my exercise clothes so I can use the gym at the hotel and I am going to make the best choices I can while having to eat out for 3 days! I am going to attempt to post a picture or a link to it, but I'll do it in a second reply --- the other night I lost my great, long post when I tried it and I don't want to lose this one!

I'm going to go back and attempt some replies, sorry in advance if I miss anyone. You gals have been busy around here the past few days.

Michelle - I hope you are having a great vacation! You'll have to fill me in on some good places to go up the coast. We are always talking about a drive up to the Cape area but have yet to do it after living out here for 5 years.

Kat - Loved all the inspirational quotes you posted. I keep a word doc on my desktop with motivational info that I read when I need a little boost.

Tina - Good job on going back to WW before your trip. I have sabotoged myself over the years so many times when it comes to vacations. Always saying, "I'll start after vacation". It seems like I was always finding an excuse. No more!!

Terri - Hey gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the wonderful pictures. I have never been horseback riding. That is on my "when I lose some weight" wish list. Along with skydiving!

Deb - I have found pre-planning my food for the day has been a great help! I don't always pre-plan dinner, but in the morning I pack a bag with my breakfast, morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack. Then I log them all into my journal before I eat them. That way I have more control over my day and then I know how many calories I have left for dinner. Some of the snacks I pack may include: carrots, trail mix, dried fruit, fresh fruit (apples, oranges, strawberries, watermelon - whatever is in season), cottage cheese, yogurt, rice crackers, etc. Oh - and Skinny Cows --- YUMMY. I love the mint sandwiches!

2Cute - you've had a lot of stress lately! I love to see the positive attitude coming back out! 8 pounds -- without conciously trying and watching the scale! Way to go!!!

Lori - I am so happy to hear that you and Brian had a wonderful time together and made a connection. Do you have plans to visit again soon? Yes, I am one of the curious ones! It's so neat for me to see other people meet in the same way that I met my wonderful husband!

Tina - I just have to tell you how much your posts crack me up! You add so much fun to this great group. I know we haven't gotten to know each other much yet, but I look forward to getting to know you over time. I feel like this place is becoming a home of sorts to me - and I need it --- and I need all of you! New and old alike!


Thin - The recipes sound yummy! I just printed them off for myself and 3 others here! Can't wait to try them! Your porch sounds wonderful. You have given me some ideas for my deck, which faces the side of my neighbor's house.

Joanne - Good job on the bike and walking. You've been racking up a lot of miles!

Mary - Your butt must be sore from falling off the wagon. I hope you are feeling better now! I have to say that cheeseburger and fries does sound mighty good.

Connie - I know it's been said by many already. You have to do what you feel is right for you in this battle we are all facing. I am also one of the "newbies" around here and I would be at a loss without this group of wonderful ladies. I hope to see you around.

Amanda - Congrats on the 2 pound loss!!! Every bit counts!!! Keep up the good work!

Sandy - I hope you are having a good week thus far!

Well, I think that about catches me up. Sorry if I missed anyone or if I bored you all to death!! I hope your not asleep drooling on your keyboard. I have to run some errands and get home to pack and then up at the crack of dawn. I'm not sure if I am taking my laptop. So, if you don't see me around for a couple days it's because I am out of town. I'll be back on Friday night!

Have a great rest of the week!
Hugs to all!
Barb

P.S. I am going to attempt to post the picture I mentioned earlier in the next post.

Me Again -
I am attempting to post the picture here. It really keeps me motivated to see my weight loss in pictures. As I said before, I was feeling a little blue on Sunday and then when I did this comparison it gave me an extra little push. If you are interested - that is our wedding picture in the background.

Hmmmm....I used the "IMG" button and I also end up with the link - same problem Terri was having. Well, hopefully you can all still get to it.

OH, Thinny Thin Thin...those bars sound fabulous! I love KEY LIME PIE! I'm going to try it, using Splenda in place of the sugar...think they have powdered Splenda? I will report results. And speaking of results...I made the pumpkin recipe that Sandy had posted a few weeks ago... Don't know what the heck I did wrong, but it never "jelled," for lack of a better word. It smelled good, but it was a big ol' soupy mess...I think the recipe called for too much milk as I recall. Did you ever make it, Sandy? Help!

Barb, when you go to Minnesota, could you knock on Lucky's door, tell her we miss her!

Lori...what the heck were you doing that burned 2000 calories in a day? That's what I need to do! EVERYDAY!

Tina...You gonna tell 'em?? Or should I? I'm busting!

Joanne, I like your new avatar! Nice pic! You HAVE been hanging around a long time! Nice to see you popping in more often.

Amanda...congrats on 2 lbs off! I'm praying for 2# tomorrow! That will put me at 250 and I haven't been there in a while!

Mary...So? Any recipe for that sugar free trifle? I've got PMS coming up and I need to be ready!

Terri...you've planted that "Rawhide" song in my brain and now I can't get rid of it! Before that, I had envisioned us trail blazing in our wagon to the tune of the theme from "Bonanza." (You youngsters out there won't know what the heck I'm talking about!)

2cute... hee hee.
You "crack" me up!

Sandy...I was "lurking" on another site where you posted a great website...do you mind if I share it here? LOTS of good info here!
http://www.stormpc.com/ww/

Okay, I think that's everyone on this thread, so far. Oh yeah! I did want to say to Steph: I look at my son and think of your nephew all the time. I hope that he continues to improve everyday. :

I really have to go...I swore that today would be the day that I pull out all the little maple trees that are taking over my flower beds today.

Have a great night, my friends.

Barb! Wow! What a difference! Not only is your face thinner, it's totally lit up!! Great inspiration!
Keep up the good work...you sweet thang, you!

Kat: I was gonna post that sight over here and I hadn't gotten to it yet today.... , but it's a wonderful site and has sooooo much to offer anyone looking for some good stuff.

Okay maybe I wrote the recipe in wrong for the Pumpkin pudding before? But here it is....

You need....
1 pkg. fat-free sugar free vanilla inst. pudding
2 cups skim milk
1- 14oz can pumpkin
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

then....
Put all ingredients in a med. bowl. Mix thoroughly at medium speed for one minute. Servie with 1 tablespoon FF cool whip....

1 cup of pudding with topping=1 pt.



hope that helps. It really is yummy. And tastes just like pumpkin pie.


Well, I have managed to stay on the wagon today, got my water somewhat in.....but today is WI day and I gained 1.5 lbs from last week, but thats my own fault and I will fix it!!! You all did not shove those whoopie pies and stuff in my face, I did that all on my own and knew what I was doing.....it's so easy to fall and so hard to hop back up, but I'm up for now. I am right now at 268 which is still less than when I started at 295 so that is a plus since January 29th.

TaTa for now chicks,
Sandy

Here's your picture:



Ok, here we go again. What you are doing, is this: (I believe) You are either right clicking on the little picture on the left on picturetrail, or you are copying what is in your search bar....I'm not sure. Ok, here is what you do. You know when you click on the little picture and then it shows up bigger and you can see your discription of what the photo is? When you see that bigger picture, right click on it. When you do, a box will come up. Scroll down to the bottom and click on properties. When you click on properties, another box will pop up. That's where you will find the URL address. It should end in jpg. Copy that address. Then when you are making your post, at the top, click on the button that says "IMG", when the little window pops up, then insert that URL address in it, then click on ok or just hit enter. You'll see it will insert the formula for it. You have to get the URL of the big picture and then it will work. Still clear as mud?

THANK YOU TINA!!!! I am going to save your instructions and try to get it right next time. You were correct - I was hitting the IMG button and then copying what was in my address field. I was not going into properties! You're the best!

Hubby is on his way home and we are going to run a couple errands! Talk to you later!

Barb

Hi Ladies,

Skipped the gym and helped my brother with yard work. Damn, that was hot work! Think I should get bonus points or something!

In a pretty good mood today. Sun is shining and no rain for once. Still haven't gotten my scale so can't tell what I weigh. Got on the old one and it said I weighed 15lb...(yeah, right! Think my left boob weighs that much! Okay, TMI - sorry lol)

Hope everyone is having a great day. Thinthinker...the popcorn recipe has now become a quest! I will get it! lol.

Deb

P.S. thanks for all the advice and the recipes.

Barb: It took me forever to play with it and get it to work. Now I just got to get a good enough digital cam to work with it...lol good luck with it.

Hi everybody.

Thanks for all the kind words; I really enjoy this thread and you guys are really great.

I've never been able to let things roll off my back; I guess I just take things to heart too much. Combine that with working the night shift, being 43 yrs old, a diabetic and over 300 lbs and what do you get - one big *****y overly sensitive broad!

Anyway, I will try not to let things bother me so much in the future; I know sometimes we word things wrong and somebody like me reads more into them than what was actually intended. I know what it's like have familiar people leave - all of the old night shift people here have quit and gone elsewhere and now there is a new bunch of people.

It's also a bad time for me right now - my dad has been in the hospital since Fri night (he is 82 yrs old) and we don't know where he is heading healthwise; he has problems with his lungs and now his kidneys. I've never really been close to him, I was closer to my mother (she passed away over 20 yrs ago).

Okay, work beckons. I will be back later.

Dixie - I'm glad you decided to stick around. We all have days when things just don't sit right. Your dad will be in our prayers and so will you. Take care of yourself!

Thin - Thanks for the recipe! I'm going to try it.

Barb - Love the pictures. Have a good trip!

Tina - for you too. When are you going back to WW? Just take it one day at a time. Thanks for the help with the pics.

Hello to everyone else! You all posted a flurry of stuff today. I can't keep up!!!

I'm trying the picture thing again. No, I was not doing what Tina said and going to the properties. However, I did find that in order to do that, you can not have your picture marked to prevent copying.



Darn, DH is calling me for dinner. No time to post to everyone else. Have a great night!