300+ And Ready To Try Again....#391
 

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Good Evening Ladies,

I haven't been home very long, just long enough to have dinner, leftovers from last night, so that was easy!! just what I like, and yes low fat too, I got this thin stir fry type steak, and julienned it, grilled it on my grill pan, then I sauteed green pepers, onions and fresh garlic in Pam spray. I added a can of Rotel tomatoes (mild with lime and cilantro-drained. Then I warmed the small tortillas (6"ones), in the oven, and then I made what was going to be quesadillas originally, but turned out to be fajita's..anyway I sprinkled on just a bit of reduced fat mexican style cheese, a little salsa, light sour cream, just a smidge, cant do the no fat...uck!! eek!!, and topped with green onions then rolled it up, 2 was plenty so I guess I will call it Fajita Rollups...delish!! I cant believe I used to would have eaten 2 of the large ones, with all the real stuff in it, plus all the salsa and chips before hand, this is much healthier for me...try to limit my red meat intake, but it was wonderful for a change...I was about ready to CLUCK, WITH ALL FOWL I HAVE BEEN CONSUMING:D :D

Hope you girls, have a great evening, # 391??? this is fabulous that we have a group that posts this much, together we are a united force!! love and hugs to you all:grouphug:

Hello friends
I can't seem to get up strength to post. I look like I have the measels. I have an appointment with my Dr. tomorrow to see what it is.

Food is bad and I really don't care. I know I sshould but I don't.
I'll let you know what the Dr says.

Hi everyone! :wave: Just a quickie before I turn in. :yawn: Honey asked me for a date for Saturday night. We were going to go out to dinner and a movie. Well out we go and find that most every restaurant is closed. I'm sure it's because all their food is spoiled from the power outage. I guess the next big story will be how many millions of $$$$ were lost in goods and services because of spoiled food and lack of customers. :( It's really kind of sad.

We did finally find an Arby's open. Figured we would have something lite and then hit the theatre and have popcorn. Well, Arby's had to sell their pop in cans because the fountain drinks use water and we're on a 'boil warning' until probably Wednesday.

Then we got to the theatre, and they couldn't sell anything that wasn't pre-packaged like candy and bottled water and pop. So there went the popcorn idea. :( I suppose that really was a good thing, eh???

I am pleased to announce that I can finally recommend not one, but two, movies. We saw S.W.A.T., which is an action film and Freaky Friday. I really liked them both. For those of you with teenage daughters, Freaky Friday is a must see. It's about a mother and daughter that change places for a day and it really is good.

We worked a bit today on our landscaping project. We had the side of the house that is now updated with new perrenials and new mulch. We still have a spot out back that needs to be done. I've got a bucket of hostas that I tore out of the side yard that are now going out back. We ran out of mulch so a quick stop tomorrow at Walmart should fix us right up. :D

I'm transporting my mom first thing in the morning to the hospital for a colinoscopy. Have to pick her up at 6:00 so I don't really have time to address everyone, please don't feel left out. I'll try to do better soon.

Kat: In my case, it was my dad's car and I was maybe 17. Same situation, his car was behind mine in the drive and I knew I had to maneuver around it and instead I kicked it into reverse and WHAM!!! The rest is history! :o Thanks for the spelling lesson: Mosquito! :eek:

2cute: You'll have to check the nurseries in the spring for mosquito plants. I think I got mine at Frank's or Lowe's this year. You don't have to rub anything on you. Just grow the plant where you don't want to have the nasty little pests.

Mary: It sounds like you're just having a terrible time. The reaction to the meds seems like it's almost worse than the UTI itself. I hope you feel better real soon.

Andria: Oh honey, you sound like you're having a terrible time. Let it out, it sounds like you've been suffering far too long. [[[[hugs]]]]

Well, girls, I'm calling it a night. I didn't get to Curves even once last week. :( Monday and Wednesday I was tied up and then Friday the power was out! I just couldn't win. This week I hope to be back to the 3x routine. I don't think I'll be at the hospital much after noon tomorrow with mom going in so early. We'll see just how much I can get done.

Love :love: to all.

Hey -

Perhaps some of you remember me as the most unfaithful 3fc poster to ever come into existance??

Well here is an update on me. I started Weight Watcher's At Home this week and I'm looking for some extra support now since I'm not going to any meetings...

I got on the scale and I nearly keeled over in anguish. I've been gaining an average of ten pounds a year...ever since I can remember! Gah it's so frusterating!

So if anyone is up to setting some sort of mini-goal for the upcoming holiday season...I'm in...my mini goal is 20 pounds :)

At ANY rate...I'm gonna really try to post every day like I used to. :)

See you all soon.

-Mel

Welcome back MissMeliss... I remember you :D
20 pound goals is too big for me. Right now I am only after 2 lbs so I can claim a 50 lb loss. :) Then I take them 5lbs at a time.

Thin... isn't it amazing how so many things are affected from that blackout.
Please remind me next spring to buy those plants.

Mary... I hope you get feeling better real soon. Be sure to let us know what the doctor says.

Pam... your dinner sounded so yummy. :T
And yes it is awesome to have such a loving and caring group of women.

Kat... I was talking to my hubby about all of my backups... and HE was the one who backed over my daughters bike... NOT ME. I still cried thinking how he could have ran over our daughter.

Okay.. this "is" going to be short unlike the last one. LOL
My exercise is great.. but my food has LOTS of room for improvement.
I am NOT GIVING UP though. I WILL get this right yet.

Quickie-before bed post...

I just finished reading The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold. I LOVED this book. Although it's set against a horrific crime, the rape and murder of a 14 yr old girl, it is surprisingly uplifting. I loved it. If you read it, have tissues handy....:cry:

Hi Mel...welcome back. I'm with 2cute, not making any long term goals...just taking this day by day. 2 lbs off, at this point, will put me at the 20 lbs off mark...SINCE JANUARY! I gotta make my goals more like, "Eat less carbs," "exercise more," "Drink more water." but most of all...JUST KEEP GOING.

Thin...I can't wait to see Freaky Friday. I hope to get to it this week, with my daughter...not much time left, since she's flying from the nest on Friday. I'll need more tissues. Is mom having the colonoscopy for a reason or just as a routine procedure? :goodvibes: to you and her!

Pam, your dinner sounds quite yummy! :T I LOVE fajitas! My mouth was watering reading your post!

Mary...I hope you're feeling better real soon.

Okay, that's all folks...I'm off to bed.

Nighty night...:tired: :sssh: :yawn: :faint:

Morning Chicklets,

Hope everyones weekend went well, and you all found some time for fun and laughter.

Thin: A date with hubby is a good thing!! My dh and I have one for this sat to celebrate our 14th Anniversary which is really next Tuesday, but the week days are so hectic here right now. I never really stopped to think about all that got affected by the outage, but it's like the trickledown effect. When 911 happened it affected the fishing industry here too, because shellfish could not be shipped or air lifted out.

2cute: I backed over my daughters bike in the driveway too. I just could not see it because it was directly behind the car and the spoiler hid it. Luckily the kids were in the car. Actually if they are outside when I am backing up I always make them stand way off to the side so I can see them and what they are doing. You just hear so many sad stories about this.

Kat: I'm not much of a reader but I am thinking of checking that book out. Don't know it just hit me right I guess when you listed it. Thanks

MissMeliss: Welcome back, I remember you posting a while back. We are all here to help out and give support, so pull up that chair and type away.

Mary: Get yourself to that dr and tell him to fix whatever it is he has done to you. Sounds like maybe hives or something, bad reaction to the antibiotic I would say. {{{Hugs}}} hope you feel better.

Pam: Yummy, that sounds delish. I love all mexican food, even homemade mexican. Sounds yummy I will have to check try that one.

Gotta get my butt off to work now, see ya all later.

Hugs,
Sandy

Good Morning Girlies,

How is everyone??? things are good here, other than being hot!!:flame: hopefully soon I will be able to get back outside and do some walking, seems to help me sleep better when I get some fresh air (if our air these days can be considered fresh, that thing with the ozone layer bothers me!!), and all the global warming! I think our high technology and "everything fast", and "everything now", attitudes are going to catch up with us...where did that come from?? just came out of my head and right onto this post!! well anyway, it does concern me. Sometimes I feel like a more simple existence would be heavenly...but I am grateful someone had the forethought to bring us this internet!!! Wouldn't have been able to meet all of you otherwise, for which I am eternally grateful!:D :D

Sandy, happy early anniversary wishes!!:hat: :dance: I think that is marvelous!:)

Katrina, I too want to read love bones, it has appealed to me since I first heard about it.

MissMeliss...welcome back, good to meet you, hope to read your posts often!!

2cute: I love that attitude, I am not giving up either!! We are going to do this thing!!

Mary, hope you feel better soon honey, let us hear from you...

Thin, a movie at a real theater sounds like fun, haven't done that in ages!!

Well chickies exercise beckons!! got to get this rear in gear.:jig: :cb:

Good morning everyone. Monday again, but soon to be Friday? I have been a very bad bad eater. I haven't worked out all week and I ate cake and ice cream and greasy food UGH. I'm not feeling top of the line either. But, I am not going to let this slip ruin me forever. I am only 12 pounds away from the one hundreds and I want to see that more than anything! So onward I go.
I went to the grocery store last night so I have no excuse not to eat healthy. I'll be cooking up a storm for the next two weeks. Plus, I am planning on getting right back into the workout swing tonight. I know once I do it I'll feel wonderful!
I guess that's all for me, I've got to get some work done so I'll check back with you all at lunch.

Hey chickies! Remember me? I've been MIA for awhile and totally off the wagon, but I'm ready to climb back on and posting here is my first step. It's such a gorgeous day here. 80 degrees and best of all, the humidity is gone. The plan for today is to do WATP 2 mile and drink only water, no soda. I have my yearly ob/gyn appt on Oct 7 and I really like to show some kind of weight loss since last year. So I'm aiming for a 10 lb loss by then. That's about 6 weeks away, so I think it's completely doable as long as I do my part. I do want to say congrats to all of you on your successes and for sticking with it through the ups and downs. This is the last summer that I'm going to be obese. I want to wear all the cute summer outfits and not have to worry if I'll fit into the amusement park rides comfortably. I want to be healthy and fit. I have too much to live for to waste my life being fat. Today is a brand new day and I am starting my brand new healthy life. Be back later.
Steph

Hi Everyone!!!
I don't have time to catch up right now, just wanted to drop you all a quick note. I haven't read any of the messages since Thursday. This weekend with my family has been so much fun!! I'll fill you all in later! I just got back from the gym with my dad :yes: and now I need to shower and pack and then my nephew wants to take me out to lunch before I leave for the airport. :) I won't get home until about 10pm and then I have to work in the morning, so I will catch up with all you wonderful ladies tomorrow. I hope everyone is doing well!
:love: you guys!!!
Barb

just peeking in... I am on my way out the door but wanted to say hello

Hey laides!

Yay I'm glad people remember me! :-D I was so proud of myself yesterday, I barely even noticed that I only consumed 25 weight watcher's points...heh heh..so what if I felt hungry all day...when you get hungry your body feeds off of its fat stores so maybe it will start to eat away at my tummy! Heh heh.

You guys are all right about setting mini-goals..I thought 20 pounds was a good start for a mini-goal..we all know how it works when you first start "dieting" hardcore..the pounds come off fast for the first week or two :)

Hi Steph! Welcome back! I was thinking about you the other day. Good to see you back on board!

Just me checking in again. I accomplishedmy goals for the day so far. I did WATP 2 mile and have drank 60 fl oz of water so far. It seems quiet in here so far today. I have to work tonight so I hope to have lots of posts to read when I get home. Bye for now.
Steph

here I am $75.00 dollars later and i still don't know whats wrong with me. They drew blood and gave me 4 different pills to take . My blood work will come back tomorrow. I weighed 196 at the Dr. office.
I itch like the devil.

Hi girls! :wave:

It was such a beautiful day today. :sunny: Temps in the early 80's, nice breeze, sun shiny. A glorious day! Of course, I was up before the sunrise! Argh!

I'm having a hard time this month with mother nature. She's a week late and I'm not just bi^cHy, I'm tired as all get out. I got home today from the hospital about 11, and laid down on the bed for a SHORT nap and just got up. It's 5:00!!! :rolleyes: I wish she'd just come and be done with it!

Melissa: Hey, girlfriend, nice to see you! :D Hey, I was thinking about you. Did you graduate from college this Spring, or do you have another year to go??? Hope the WW works well for you. I love it, when I follow it. "When I follow it" being the operative words! ;)

2cute: Yeah, ME remember??? I'll try to remember to remind you about the plants. I wonder if they'll let me bring you one in the plane?????

Kat: My take on it is: Mom is having the colonoscopy because all of her friends have had one and she feels left out! :o She's 82 and has swore she doesn't have any problems 'down there' and that she is NOT going to have one unless it's necessary. Now, all of a sudden, she's gung ho to have one. All I can figure is that she's run out of things to talk about with all her friends. I'm lead to this conclusion because she says things to me like "when Dorothy had hers........." and "when Mary had hers.......". Argh! Just shoot me when I get that old that I need to have proceedures in order to have something to talk about!!! :lol:

Sandy: Yes, this Blackout has been a little intrusive. The county I live in ordered all restaurants and fast food places CLOSED until they are able to get out and do inspections. They said today that the Health Department was in meetings all day trying to figure out what to do. The restaurants are really pi$$ed because some have chosen to follow the ruling and others have stayed open. The ones that did what they were asked to do want fines given to the ones that didn't.

Pam: Oh, I love this new theatre they opened here. It's stadium seating, but more than that, the seats are built so the armrests go up so ample-bodied women like me can fit in them comfortably. Before that, this girl didn't get to the theatre much! :( Of course, working there most weekends helps too. But this weekend, we actually had to PAY for tickets. :o

Natalie: Isn't it amazing how after we've eaten well for awhile that all that junk really messes up our bodies?? I know if I splurge and have a steak at one of my steakhouse jobs, I really pay for it when I get home. Sometimes I pay for it before I even get home with the stomach cramping. Most of the time I stick to fish or chicken when I go out.

Steph: Welcome back! Good to see you. :D Glad you're getting back with it. We're all struggling along here. I guess we just have to get it through our heads that this is NOT easy. It is a CONSTANT struggle. At least we're all in this together. [[[hugs]]]

Barb: Glad you're back! I'm so happy that you had such a wonderful time with your family. How did your little pre-discussion go with them about how this fall's vacation was going to be??? Can't wait to hear.

Jen: Gosh, that heat wave you've been having overseas is just incredible. They said that France has had the most deaths, mostly elderly. * Glad you're doing well, other than the heat. Let us know how you're doing. Are the pounds just melting off?

Connie: Stop in and just tell us what's going on in your life if your weighloss efforts aren't going so well. By coming in and reading, somewhere along the line you may get inspired. At least you've got friends here to talk to.

Lori: A ‘wrestling chat room’? This is a side of you I didn’t know existed! :lol:

Michelle: I have no clue about fried green tomatoes. Do share how you make them.

Tina: I think your ‘friend’ was just being a bi^cH! She’s not telling you the WHOLE story on the WLS. Even our friend Jen has said how when she eats what she shouldn’t she gets sick. That’s the ‘other side of the story’. Keep plugging along. We’ll get it right one day! ;)

Mary: Are you feeling better today? I sure hope so! [[[hugs]]] Well, you posted and I guess you're not feeling any better. I'm sooooo sorry. Sounds like the doctor is making it worse instead of better! I hope you get some relief soon.

I was just listening to the news in the background as I type :comp: and I can't believe it. Makes me sooooo mad! :mad: So for all of you that want the REAL scoop, here it is. The news is saying that through the Blackout, in cities around the country, the news people were reporting that there was looting in Detroiit. That they were worried about how Detroit was going to survive a night with no power. Even the ABC main news called our local news people. Our local news people reported that all was calm, there was a curfew installed, and all was well in Detroit and STILL they "reported" that there was trouble and looting in Detroit. Gotta love the news people. They never let the truth get in the way of a good story!!! ARGH!!!!

Well, I think that's everyone that's been on this thread. I'm trying to get back caught up. If you weren't here in awhile, you better post so I can say hello.

I didn’t get a chance to tell about my literary pursuits, I don’t believe. If you want fun, witty, and a quick read, you don’t want to miss the series by Janet Evanovich: One for the Money, Two for the Dough, etc. The main character is a female bounty hunter. They are hilarious, laugh out loud mysteries. I’ve also gone through a good many of Mary Daheim’s Bed and Breakfast Mysteries. The main character runs a bed and breakfast. Not as witty, but still pretty good. There are a couple of others, but they’re upstairs so I will report on them later. I gave up juicy romance novels long ago (Rosemary Rogers being my favorite author there) since MY life was so NOT what was in the books it depressed me! :o

Anyway, time to get out into the family room with the family. We finally found something that will get ‘the baby’ off the computer to watch. It’s an HBO series called Six Feet Under. It is not for the faint of heart or little kids. :nono:

See you all later.

”We can do anything we want to do if we stick to it long enough.” – Helen Keller

Wanted to get in a quick post - got to get start on this work.

I feel really crappy tonight and felt crappy all weekend. When I feel bad I want to eat - I guess it's a combination of eating because of the stress of being in pain and the need for comfort. I have an appt with the doc in the morning. Just need to try to make through the night.

I don't have time for replies, just want everyone to know I think you're great.

Fried green tomatoes....pick fresh from the garden, slice on the thin side, dredge in flour on both sides and fry in hot oil till golden brown...I find the darker they are the more flavor they have but don't burn them! You can also dip them in beaten egg first then dip them in the flour...it makes a batter on them and they are good like that too! I love them! You do need to sprinkle just a little salt on them too!

Meliss welcome back!! I was debating whether to rejoin WW or do the WW at home...I think I need to join because I need the accountablility each week!

Mary and Connie I hope you two are feeling better soon!

Thin don't you hate feeling like that! I know the older I get and the more weight I have on the Bi^tchier I get!! I hate feeling like that! I can feel it coming on too and warn John in advance...I tell him watch out I can't stand myself today!!

Steph welcome back to you too! I was wondering what happened to you!! In the fall Kat, Barb and I are planning on meeting at Peddler's Village...you want to join us! I know you are only a hop over the bridge from me!! You, me and Barb could ride together!! Let me know...we haven't set a date yet but its gonna be a saturday I am sure!!

Natalie...my food has been bad too...I need to rejoin WW for sure. And btw, I didn't get the job I interviewed for either. I'm not really disappointed because I just started a new job in June but the benefits at this other job were much better!! Oh well...it wasn't meant to be!!

Pam can you do my exercise for me? I hate that part and especially when its so hot outside!!

2Cute...always on the run!!

Sandy, Kat, 2Cute and all you other car backer uppers! You all made me laugh! At least you aren't hitting PEOPLE!! Phew....you all scare me!! LOL

Barb you should be home in about an hour! Hope you had a great time!! I know it passes way to fast when you are enjoying yourself!

OK I guess I should get myself to bed now. I didn't want to get up this morning I was so tired!!

TTFN Michelle

speaking of literary endeavors
 

Thin: You thought about me? Aww! Actually I've graduated, not that anyone would be able to tell that I am a college graduate...I still don't have a full time gig! :( I'm gonna have to look into that author you were suggesting..it's odd that you should mention what you are reading, cause just before I logged in I was thinking about asking people to share thoughts on some good books. Since I am practically job-less, I do a lot of reading. I like to read all those chick-lit types of books for light reading, plus suspense/mystery and fantasy. I also read lots of history :p I would recommend Marian Keyes thought...she's a funny, witty Irish writer. My favorite is Rachel's Holiday, it's a great character to relate to...especially if you have issues with your appearance (not you....but you know...in general....)


Michelle: what an interesting sounding recipe! Especially since we always have so many tomatoes by the end of the summer we don't know what to do with them...do you happen to have the nutrition information for that? :p

Dixie: I know how you feel, for people like me food is a companion. Dieting has to be completely mental...I'm just now starting to realize this...I've been diating since I was ten years old and weighed 95 pounds! Seriously, you need to visualize your quest. My little brother actually suggested this to me. He's also dieting. He drew himself a "map" of his journey. At the top of the paper he put his current weight, and then a path squiggling to the bottom of the page. Along the path he put boxes with different weight increments in them. Next to the box he put other little motivating factors. As he moves along and loses weight, he draws a ling along his "path." Needless to say, being a 16 year old young man, he drew a bunch of um..hmmm women shall we say at the bottom of his map in order to illustrate one motivating factor...:p Another thing, this may sound healthy but I have been trying to allow myself to get used to the sensation of being hungry, and just quenching it with water. I do this because hunger is a sign to eat..but your body wants to maintain its weight...so until you change your weight threshhold, it's going to tell you that it's hungry.....but it helps me when i visualze my body feeding off of its plentiful fat stores...LOL :)

Mary: I know..bloodwork always itches...going to the lab is a nightmare for me...apparently I have veins that collapse and they can never seem to get a needle in them..they're like rubber.

Steph: Woo hoo..I need to start drinking more water..it helps fill my tummy and puts the "hunger" pains on the wayside. I'm still on the fasting "jumpstart" portion of my dieting so the hunger "pains" seem to be abit more prevolent at this time...

Bobsgal: ten pounds by October 7th? I'll set that mini goal and work with you to get down that much by then :p...I think it's completely doable :)

Dreamer: RIght now i'm trying to get used to eating correctly and not obsessing about my food..then I'll start to focus on working out...:dizzy: one piece at a time...

Yea there were posts for me to read. Guess I'll throw in a couple of my favorite authors. I really like suspense type novels. I like Mary Higgins Clarke, James Patterson, Nancy Taylor Rosenberg, Barbara Taylor Bradford, and Sue Grafton.
Thin- I've been meaning to read Evanovich, but I want to start from book one, and all they had at the library was book 7. I'll have to keep an eye out.
Melissa- glad to have a buddy to reach my goal with. We can do it!
Michelle- I've never been to Peddlers Village, but it sounds like fun. I'd need to know in advance what day you'll be going so I can request off.
Mary- you don't sound like you're having too great of a time. Hope you feel better.
Connie- We think you're great too.
Sandy- thanks for the welcome back.
Kat- nice to know you were thinking of me. We weren't affected by the blackout here thank goodness.
Barb- hope you had a nice trip.
2Cute- hello to you too.
Well I think that's everyone who posted since I last posted. If I forgot anyone, I'm sorry. Have a good night.
Steph

Home Sweet Home! :)

I am back at home safe and sound. I tried to start catching up on the past few days of posts but I can't keep my eyes open.

I'll catch up with you tomorrow....

A couple quickies....

Homebound --- yes, I was in the Panhandle - the Fort Walton Beach and Destin area. Absolutely beautiful!!!

Lori --- I know it wasn't a real game, but GO EAGLES!!! Sorry about your Steelers! :p

Thin --- The family discussions about the cruise went very well. Thanks for remembering. I think we are well on our way to a great vacation! I feel much better now.

That's all the energy I have right now....I'll catch up with everyone else tomorrow.

Barb :yawn:

I'm back
 

Hi ladies,

Yes, I'm back. I bet you thought I had disappeared for good. I considered it but realized that I need to do this so here I am. I fell off the wagon, badly :o . I am having a lot of trouble with the low carb - high protein thing. Also I am falling off the wagon consistently the week before my TOM. My doctor is sending me to a special clinic to see if there is anything they can do to help me with the food cravings, etc. She thinks it may be more than the usual PMS.

Anyways, I didn't even read the posts, I just wanted to get in here and write something to help me get back to it. I will get back to keeping up with the next thread.

I hope everyone is doing well and having much success. All I can say for myself is that I am going to get back up on that horse AGAIN and keep trying.

Laura:)

Good Morning, chickies...
 

What a beautiful day!

Supposed to be in the low 80s, low humidity...ahhhh...great day for a walk. Which I'm going to do as soon as I'm done here. I just got in from work, but if I wait til later, it ain't gonna happen. Exercise has been good these past three days...I swam and did water aerobics on the weekend and yesterday I did my "Beach Body" workout...cardio and weights. Feels good to be moving again. Food has been good. I'm finding that cutting way back on carbs REALLY decreases my appetite. If I get hunger pangs, it's because I'm (get this) ACTUALLY HUNGRY! I don't crave things either. So, this is working for me.

It also helps that a friend at work has commented lately that I look like I've lost weight...she really notices a difference. I don't see it, but I feel it in certain clothes. Very motivating!

I've gotta get moving here, sis and I are taking a ride down to see Mom and Dad today...Maybe at some point I'll get some sleep in...:yawn: Gotta work again tonight.

Welcome home, Barb!
Welcome back, Laura!
Hi to everyone else!


Have a great day all.

I don't wanna go to work....waaaaaaaa! :cry:

I can't get motivated to work this morning. I figured I had been out for 3 days so I should get in there early. Well, my alarm went off and I said forget it and turned it off waiting for hubby to get up instead. I keep telling myself that I only have to work 3 more weeks and then I am off for a week! :) Ok, I am going to grab some breakfast and get out of here.

I was so dissappointed with the scale this morning. I worked out quite a bit while I was in FL and ate really watched what I ate. The mean scale says I gained 1.6 pounds. Argh!!!! Well, I'll just have to work harder!!!
:strong:

I'll catch you chicks later on today.
Make it a great day!
Barb :)

Hi Gals,

Whatcha you up to on this early morn?? Guess you are either gettting ready for work or already on the way, today and tomorrow are mini-vacaction days, that is how I like to think of them, and try to do something fun each day. Will not get an actual vacation till next spring, then I am heading your way 2 cute!!

Barb, back to the old salt mines eeh? Trip to Florida sounds like fun....but they just do not last long enough :D :D

Katrina...I know what you mean about actual hunger pains, I feel them now too, IMAGINE THAT!!! before I ate just to be eating and stuffed myself so much, I was never hungry at all, just that emotional eating you know...I like this much better, don't you?

Lola, great to see you here again, and you did the right thing!just get right back in the saddle and do it again!! Welcome Home chickie! We missed you!:grouphug:

Welcome Bobsgal....another reader, great, we can talk about books. Just a few of my favorites are Pat Conroy, Rick Bragg, Fannie Flagg, Billie Lets, Nicholas Sparks, Richard Paul Evans, John Grisham, Scott Turow, James Patterson;Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas was very good, and is out in paperback now, if you haven't read it, pick it up, I think you would really enjoy it...I could really go on and on about books, but I will spare my fellow posters!!
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Michelle, Fried Green Tomatoes are lish!!! yummy, cant do Fried anything right now, but I remember what they taste like......

helllllo Connie, good to read your post again, hope to talk to you soon....

Well all the rest of you chickies, I will catch you later:wave:

Hey everyone :)

Wanted to thank everyone for your endearing posts. I'm doing a lot better this week. I need to stay here and do a real post, but it is DH's birthday, and I need to be spending time with him as well before running off to the jobs. Just wanted to drop in and let you all know how much your words helped!

BTW, dropped another 2 lbs. Wahoo! I was so shocked to see I haven't hit a plateau yet. I'm in week 6 now. :)

Andria

I'm getting ready to leave for Mom's...just had to report that i did walk and actually jogged a few short intervals. I would have done more, but some guy was walking his dog around the back of the school where I was doing my jogging (hidden) so I stopped. It felt great! :D

See you all later...

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