Dianne, how is he? Having seizures sounds so horrible, I hope everything's ok. Let us know. Has he had them before?
Es, glad you got the xbox. Rest assured, now it's over with. Joey still puts games on his list....at the tune of $50 apiece, I wouldn't mind if he was a kid, he wouldn't outgrow them so quickly! How is your cold? The boys were here for the entire Turkey day weekend, and Matt had a miserable runny bo-gery nose the whole time. So, of course, I woke up with a sore throat today! I know I'll be sick for my niece's wedding on Saturday. We won't miss it but it'll be an early evening if I've got this.
Can't afford to get sick, between school and Christmas!
Thanks, Dianne, for asking, school is going well. I've got a 45 page comprehensive problem due, along with the final exam on the 19th. I've got the problem almost done, it's already taken me 7 hours, have about 3 pages to go. I'm running at an A....probably high B for the class. If he gives us a curve of any type, I'll get the A. This has proven to be a bad semester to take such an intensive class, however; the stress is awful. I've done 22 hours of studying/homework in 3 days. And that's only one class. Ruth, my thoughts are with you!
This is the first Christmas in 13 years that I'm not hosting Christmas, my sister, Beth, is. NO STRESS for me! AND, her boyfriend used to have his own Italian restaurant in Chicago, he's cooking Christmas dinner, he's an awesome cook,.....I'll be in heaven.
lots to say, am tired, have a full day of shopping tomorrow
~Jen
I can't believe that it is almost December. Hanukah is just a little over a week away and Christmas is right on our heels. While I love the holidays, I often feel real stressed out as well and surrounded by temptations.
I am a little down today, not about the holidays but other things. Work from some usual sources are somewhat uncertain due to restructurings at publications I do work for and because I am a freelancer, an outsider, I am not privy to what is actually going on and how it will truly effect me. I am reminded that everyone at those publications are going through the same turmoil, but while it is said that misery loves company that company doesn't help me feel like I have two feet on the ground.
I know I will get through this one way or another. But it just is hard for me to keep an up attitude at this time.
Nevertheless I intend to have a good day today with my hubby. He has been taking Fridays off, which gives us much needed quality time together.
I hope you didn't mind me rambling on. I really needed to "talk."
Myra, you are entitled to ramble on like we all do. That's what we're here for. It doesn't always have to be weight related. Try & keep a positive attitude. I know it's hard but 99% of the time things change for the better. I'm glad you'll be spending time with Hubby. Enjoy your day together.
I didn't even realize my last post went to page 2! Bummer!
Jen, my cold is so so. I don't have the sore throat anymore but my ears are all clogged up & still have the runny nose. I hope you don't get it!!! It's going around Thumbs up for you & Ruth with studying, homework, going back to school. WTG. My sister always has Xmas at her house. We spend Xmas Eve there then in the morning we all go back for breakfast. We always have a good time. I think this year will be extra special cause she won't be drinking. I feel bad for the others cause they like to have wine but everyone is so leary about having any kind of alcohol around her. She's really trying.
Terri, you're too funny about the dolls! You'll probably find them cute. They're not even that expensive. If I recall I think they go for $13.
Even tho I'm still feeling under the weather I have to get out for a little while today to get some fresh air. Have to go to the bank & get my nails done.
Myra, you have inspired so many of us while you've shown such remarkable progress. You have every right to let us know what's on your mind. I sincerely hope that things turn around for you soon. It is difficult to not know what's going to happen; keep up the good attitude....you've definitely been making it work to your advantage. I thought you had mentioned an anniversary, was it this week?
Es, it sounds as though your sister is doing well with the drinking. Good luck to her; it's such a heartbreaker to see wonderful people suffer from alcoholism. Both of my sisters had to divorce men who had drinking problems. I really hope that you have a great holiday with her.
Today was a power shopping day for me; it looks as though next weekend will be the end of my Christmas shopping. The major gifts are out of the way, which is a relief.
What a sad day for Beatles' fans everywhere....and just music lovers in general.....the death of George Harrison. He was a gifted musician, and, according to many, a "gentle soul" .......what a wonderful way to be remembered.
Yes Myra you can talk as much as you want. It helps me so much when I have a problem. Everything ties into weight. Please continue as you have with your excellent progress. I really hope it all works out for you with these publications. I will keep my fingers crossed for you.
I hope you had a wonderful Anniversary and that you and your husband continue to have great Fridays. That is awesome that you get to spend alone time. We are hear if you ever need to talk.
Jen and Es,
I hope you two get to feeling better.
Es,
I hope you all have a great time this Christmas. How long as it been since your sisiter stopped? That is wonderful.
Jen,
I am so glad you are doing well in school. I hope you can have a good time at the wedding. It has been ages since I got to go to a wedding.
My news:
I maintained.
Brandon lost 1 pound.
Britts lost 4. This is her first week back being totally on points. She is happy.
Our refrigerator died last night. It was probably old because it came with the house. The ice dispenser never did work so I had to reach in and get the ice. I had to throw out sooooo much stuff today. We bought a new one and I am not sure when it will be delivered. I went to the store this (Bruce had to go into work) morning and bought 3 bags of ice and salvaged what I don't think spoiled and bought quarts of drinks, skim milk, o.j. etc... It makes me sick to think that I threw out probably $50-$75 worth of food and then went and bought $35 worth of more food. So now we have three coolers in our kitchen and I have two parties to go to. I am so not in the mood.
It sucks to spend this kind of money right before the Holidays. I am kind of excited to have a new fridge (It has crushed and reg. ice dispensed out) but couldn't the timing be a little better?
I almost stress ate cinnamon rolls today but I had some toast instead. I knew I'd be even more mad if I ate that.
Sorry I talked so much I had to get it off my chest.
I was not to happy when I was putting the ice in the coolers and putting food, drinks and condiments in and Bradley came in and said "Oh, are we going on a picnic?" That made me mellow out a bit. LOL
Terri, so sorry about your frig. The new one sounds really cool. You are such a weight watcher. Now if that would have been me I probably would have gone for the rolls. That explains why you reached goal & I'm still the same. I had to take Susie to the Vet today. She's been limping the past couple of days. I kept a close watch on her but I started getting a little concerned. Vet took blood tests. He said such a stupid thing,"we're loving her too much". She's very chubby so I guess he meant it may be because of her weight. This wasn't her regular Vet, it was a new guy. I didn't care for him too much.
I have to be honest with all of you. I post here only because we've become friends & I really care about all of you but I'm not OP. Each day I wake up with the right frame of mind but by the afternoon I go off & then don't bother writing down what I ate. This has been going on for quite some time now. I must say without coming here everyday day or every couple of days I wouldn't even be thinking about WW. I want to thank all of you for being so supportive. You're all so kind & caring. You're the best Am I getting mushy?
There goes my girl Brittany again WTG!!! You too Brandon!
Myra, Happy Belated Anniversary! How long has it been? Mine is Dec. 24th. 21 yrs.
Terri, my sister stopped drinking around 1 yr ago. She's fallen a couple of times but nothing like before. She's trying & that's what counts. Her kids are quick to judge her but she has come a long way. I feel for her kids too. They've been thru alot.
Jen, glad to hear you're almost done with your Christmas shopping. So am I. THANK GOD!!!
Hi Dianne, Janie, Ruth & Zoe
Well, let me say goodnight. I was out all day so now it's time to chill.
Love,
Essie
Last edited by Livinghealthy; 12-01-2001 at 08:13 PM.
I am so glad that I've found all of you and became friends. Es, you are definitely not alone. The weight loss issue is one I've struggled with all of my life. If I didn't come here and read up on how everyone's doing, I truly don't know where I'd be now! I think finding this site has helped me in many ways; if I'm not losing right now, well, that's ok. I know I will eventually. Right now it's great to know that I've made friends with a great group of women. Hang in there!
Terri, that does suck about the frig. Ours went out in August (can we say 94 degrees outside! ) but we've got a frig in the garage so just transferred everything to that one. The timing of yours is horrible, with the holidays here. But it is nice, isn't it, to have the ice/water dispensers! I am drinking tons more water now that it's convenient. Brandon loves using it; Matt looks up at the water dispenser and is trying to figure out how soon he can reach it, he's only got about an inch or two to go. we'll have puddles on the floor soon.
Es, hope your Susie is ok. Did the blood tests show anything, or didn't you get results yet?
We went to my cousin's wedding last night (I think earlier I posted it was my niece....duh); her 3rd marriage, his 3rd. That's the way life is now. All we can do is wish them well, everyone wants to be loved, right? It was a wonderful evening, my Aunt Ginny (mother of the bride) was there, as were all my cousins.
Very cold here today. I'm going to decorate the house today, we haven't even put up the tree yet. Not hosting Christmas day here has truly made me fall behind in holiday preparations! That's ok.......no stress
Hope everyone is doing well. HI to Dianne, Janie, Zoe, Ruth, Myra.
The kids are coming for dinner today; the Bears game is on at noon. Life is good.
Thanks Myra! We got the fridge late last night and the guy (after taking the old one out and Britts and I making a dash to clean before they came back. )said (after hooking it up and he and his son breaking their backs) "It is too big". My mouth fell open. I called Bruce cause he took the boys to a party and he was out front and he came up and he was told that and he almost chokes. It was ONE INCH too big. Bruce had to take the base boards off on the side and the door frame of the laundry room. It was a mess but all is ok now. He put the door frame back on and the fridge fits fine now. What a night.
Es,
Kiss that baby for me. She sounds ADORABLE!!! . Poor little thing. Keep spoiling her just put her on points with you.
I am glad you are here. Don't ever leave because of not being op.
We are all friends here. I am so glad about your sister. I hope it continues.
Britts and Brandon said thank you!!!!!
Jen,
Happy decorating! We are done! Glad you had a good time at the wedding!
Hope everyone is feeling well. I have a HORRIBLE stomach ache.
I am going to lay down in a bit.
MY STEELERS beat the Minnesota Vikings. The Vikings were on the Steelers 10 in the last 2 min. and they held them and they tried to convert the 4th down and they didn't do it. It was great!!!! They are 9 and 2.
I saw where the Bears won. YAY! Remember, Brians Song is on at 6:00 central time.
Jen, we all have bonded in such a way that I think is very special. It's great isn't it. This site has helped me tremendously! Too bad we all live so far away from eachother. Come to think of it Dianne's not too far away. Hmmmmmmmm.............
The vet is calling me tomorrow with the results. She seems a little better today. She usually shakes her butt when she walks & the past couple of days she wasn't walking the same but today it's not so bad. It must have been so nice to see all your cousins. I have alot of cousins but we only see eachother at funerals. Sad.
Terri, so happy to hear everything turned out okay with your new frig. What an ordeal! About Susie, when I walked into the vet's office the 2 receptionists both said at the same time"Oh my God! How cute!" She attracts alot of attention. I think what makes her even cuter is that she's very lovable. She only eats 4 pts a day She's very picky. Most chihuahuas are.
Britt & Brandon, you are so welcome
Fabulous 40's #94
We won't miss it but it'll be an early evening if I've got this. 
This wasn't her regular Vet, it was a new guy. I didn't care for him too much. 
Am I getting mushy? 
we'll have puddles on the floor soon.
