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Hi JanGood morning,
I feel like that too about the keto, Val, lol..I had keto chocolate chip cookies for lunch after my tuna...
Hey, down here Roger I have worn flip flops to church! Just not for the Sunday service, lol...
Nice day in the 60's with sunshine...you never know!
Awfully young kids to be getting in that kind of trouble like Columbine..very scary.
I have a funeral to attend on Saturday. the mom of one of the ladies that I go to early breakfast at Panera. One of those sweet southern women for whom they broke the mold..
We ALL need to cut out our little cheating it seems!! Me. too, Roger...
Good job Val!!! ...Jan
It sounds as if Your church services as not formal dress up affairs
I can not wait for the warmer weather that the forecast shows is coming to get here.
I have no idea what goes through the kids minds these days, I can only guess that part of it is the impact of social media. If I had kids today at best they would have flip phones and the only computer access would be a common room where they could be monitored.
I'm sorry to hear about that funeral, They are so sad to attend.
I have a method of cutting out the cheating, It is a little drastic however. I spend all my cash so I can't get cheat foods That seems like the best method if a little drastic.
Enjoy the Day
Roger1 -
This made ne laugh. My current likeness on the left.
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Good morning!!
I am a combo of the Stay-Puf man and ET!! LOL!! I got a huge laugh out of those pictures!!
Okay, the story about the Walgreen's tech is rather frightening. I can see her obtaining the tech level and having a blur of certification depending what she learned on the job. But how can they really justify that overstep into the pharmacist when so much schooling is required. My mouth kind of dropped reading she would just like it all to be ignored, please...Oh my...
I love, love, love beans and legumes but to me it is hard to control the quantity . I feel hungry eating them and require several servings to be satisfied. My blood sugar rises high after eating them, even at a serving size. That seems what Dr. s and researchers never address. You are just to eat and be magically full, just like people that do not like to eat or do not eat much. Until that is addressed I see obesity still on the rise.
Good thing you are not funding anything huge with the money you find!! It is a slow year..
Your weather is still pretty chilly!! Typical still for February. No ground hog in my yard would have seen a shadow this morning!! Maybe by 11 am now as the sun is slowly creeping out. Pleasant in the sun outside but very chilly in the house. Feels very much like winter will be here yet a bit...
Great job Val!! I am encouraged on reading of your progress. I find the fats on keto do help to keep one satisfied. I want to pick up some avocado oil for drizzling, but it is expensive. My daughter says Walmart carries a salad dressing that contains it with little additives or sugar. A Greek type dressing at 2 dollars compared with the 8 dollars for a little tiny bottle of just the oil. We will see. Helps to keep my fat grams more than my protein grams. That to me can be hard without a little foresight.
Hope everyone enjoys the week end!! ...Jan1 -
I did post more humor FWIW
Hi
I'm back home from walking and once again no money was found. The Temperature out the door was 26 degrees, It was still cold outside.
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Have a Great Sunday
Roger2 -
Hello Valhope4change_val wrote: »This made ne laugh. My current likeness on the left.
that reminds me of something on the local news a few years ago where the young man set up a Gofundme page to get the money to remove all the loose skin from his weight loss. The image of him there on the TV was worse than what we see with ET.
Have a Good Day
Roger2 -
Hi JanGood morning!!
I am a combo of the Stay-Puf man and ET!! LOL!! I got a huge laugh out of those pictures!!
Okay, the story about the Walgreen's tech is rather frightening. I can see her obtaining the tech level and having a blur of certification depending what she learned on the job. But how can they really justify that overstep into the pharmacist when so much schooling is required. My mouth kind of dropped reading she would just like it all to be ignored, please...Oh my...
I love, love, love beans and legumes but to me it is hard to control the quantity . I feel hungry eating them and require several servings to be satisfied. My blood sugar rises high after eating them, even at a serving size. That seems what Dr. s and researchers never address. You are just to eat and be magically full, just like people that do not like to eat or do not eat much. Until that is addressed I see obesity still on the rise.
Pillsbury Doughboy in the past here and who knows, in the future. The last time I lost weight I said never again and ended up where I needed NS
The Walgreen's Tech is what can happen with a big chain, not enough oversight in the name of saving money.
Beans IMO are not a low carb food so I am not surprised they raise your blood sugar.
I am still awaiting the so called weight loss pill that works as previewed on the medical segment of TV a fair amount of years ago. My guess is that they jumped the gun with that report.
A slow year for finding money indeed.Good thing you are not funding anything huge with the money you find!! It is a slow year..
Your weather is still pretty chilly!! Typical still for February. No ground hog in my yard would have seen a shadow this morning!! Maybe by 11 am now as the sun is slowly creeping out. Pleasant in the sun outside but very chilly in the house. Feels very much like winter will be here yet a bit...
Great job Val!! I am encouraged on reading of your progress. I find the fats on keto do help to keep one satisfied. I want to pick up some avocado oil for drizzling, but it is expensive. My daughter says Walmart carries a salad dressing that contains it with little additives or sugar. A Greek type dressing at 2 dollars compared with the 8 dollars for a little tiny bottle of just the oil. We will see. Helps to keep my fat grams more than my protein grams. That to me can be hard without a little foresight.
Hope everyone enjoys the week end!! ...Jan
I call the temperatures Yo Yo Temps
Re: Groundhog accuracy I saw this reported yesterday. The TV reports yesterday said that Punxsutawney Phil has a 40% accuracy rate at predicting the weather
I could do better by flipping a coin and calling heads or tails.
Good Luck finding the Salad Dressing, so many foods have sugars hidden by using other types so that it can be disguised.
Roger2 -
The article about a woman using DNA testing accidentally finding her child’s annonymous sperm donor was particularly interesting. To conceive Em, my now-ex and I used that same sperm bank. Certain donors welcome contact. I would have preferred that, but the one we chose did not. The bank said when the child is 18, he/she can mail a letter to the bank...and the bank would contact the donor to see if he’s open to contact at that point. The bank allows the moms to choose if they want to know sibling moms. We’ve met Em’s 1/2 brother and sister. For a few years, it was nice...but over thanksgiving their mom suddenly became extremely mean, controlling (of me!), and insulting. Um, no! She called 6 times (I had srnt to voicemail) in less than 2 minutes. I was in really tough traffic at that moment. But I finally answered to find out the emergency. She said “I’m bored.” I replied that I couldn’t talk right then...and she went off! (And continued crazy crap for 4 days (e.g., calling me at 1am demanding to know where i was). I texted her to stop so she blocked me on FB.
We know there is at least one more 1/2 sibling, but that mom didn’t provide contact info.1 -
Good morning,
I came home so tired I was literally useless. I did not even have energy to play with May May after church.
To make matters worse, she has really gotten some mental block over coming in thru the doggie door. She goes out with no problem and has used it with no problem for 4 years. All of a sudden she cannot bring herself to walk from outside to inside. It can take her 20 tries sometimes, even with me encouraging her. I do not know what is going on- but it is a serious mental block. I have cut off about 2 inches which included the magnets thinking it might help. For the most part it has done little to help, and hopefully I will not have something else come in with an opening like that. I have given her treats when she does get in and praised her. it helps but just a little. I am kind of at wits end with it. I loved she could go in and out safely when I was gone longer than I wanted..like church. It was pretty today, but I think she was out all day. I am afraid she will no longer come in when cold or bad weather! Help Val!!!
Val, sounds like you are far better off not knowing that lady!! I wonder why she had that change though.
Funny Roger, I am waiting for that pill myself!!! Instant Slim!!
Did poorly today on my diet. Most was keto friendly but a really good broccoli salad which I knew had some sugar in it. Lots of bacon, and unfortunately golden raisins that I realized too late were not bacon, lol! At 55 carbs just for that, I would say I blew it!
Tomorrow is another day!! Have a good one!! Hang on to your organs!! ...Jan1 -
Hi Jan. That’s a puzzle about May May nit coming in through the doggie door. I have two thoughts. From the yard looking at the doggie door...is there something she’s afraid of? Ex, hornets or ant nest, a broom that could fall onto her, a wobbly board, or somewhere her paw could get stuck. My other thought is her vision. Is there a light on inside so she is sure where she’s going?1
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My keto journey is progressing. I noticed i was exceeding my protein target bet not close to my fat target. Society really brainwashed me to avoid fat. I cannot stand black coffee. Yesterday (my first time), I added cream and coconut oil. No sweetener. It was awesome!!! My brain perceive fats as sweet. Which is really handy. To me coconut oil and cream cheese (not together) tastes sweet. I’ve also decided I need to go back to veggies more. My food had gotten skewed towards meat. I also need to stop cooking so much!!! My mom lived through the Great Depression and always hoarded food. I learned some of her mental issue around fear of not having food available. Other than in college, I’ve never never never had a limit in food access. So, this is just in my head. 🙄.1
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More humor is about to be posted
Hi
I'm back home from walking and for once money was found, 2 shiny 5 Nickels . The Temperature out the door was 30 degrees. Sunday here in NJ most of the state was around 50 degrees with a reported 60 degrees in Trenton the state capital.
We are headed into a short stretch of nice weather and above average temperatures here in NJ, Whee.
There was a coupon in the ShopRite circular for 80% lean Ground Beef in the family size package for $1.99. According to the Meat department person my Brother talked to they are having trouble keeping up with the demand. My brother had to wait in line to get a package and when he got one off of the newest tray and turned back from putting it in the cart there was only one left. They Grind 80 pounds at a time and package it in 3 pound packages. The one he picked up is already in the oven baking after having been formed into Hamburger Patties. I may run out Tuesday and use a second coupon on the key tag I use and get another one for the freezer being somewhat of a cheapskate. Also a Coupon for $2.99 one pound package of Oscar Mayer bacon, A good price too.
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Have a Great Monday
Roger1 -
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »The article about a woman using DNA testing accidentally finding her child’s annonymous sperm donor was particularly interesting. To conceive Em, my now-ex and I used that same sperm bank. Certain donors welcome contact. I would have preferred that, but the one we chose did not. The bank said when the child is 18, he/she can mail a letter to the bank...and the bank would contact the donor to see if he’s open to contact at that point. The bank allows the moms to choose if they want to know sibling moms. We’ve met Em’s 1/2 brother and sister. For a few years, it was nice...but over thanksgiving their mom suddenly became extremely mean, controlling (of me!), and insulting. Um, no! She called 6 times (I had sent to voicemail) in less than 2 minutes. I was in really tough traffic at that moment. But I finally answered to find out the emergency. She said “I’m bored.” I replied that I couldn’t talk right then...and she went off! (And continued crazy crap for 4 days (e.g., calling me at 1am demanding to know where i was). I texted her to stop so she blocked me on FB.
We know there is at least one more 1/2 sibling, but that mom didn’t provide contact info.
I have to wonder if it really was a accident. This DNA testing is a double edged sword. If You wanted anonymity and that breaches it IMO that is wrong. I also disagree when states
I wonder if she was always that way or if something in her life or health caused it. This one bother me FWIW
https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2015/02/sperm-donor-parental-rights-new-jersey-lesbian-couple-is-losing-visitation-cases.html
Sperm Donors Are Winning Visitation Rights
All Good Points IMO.hope4change_val wrote: »Hi Jan. That’s a puzzle about May May nit coming in through the doggie door. I have two thoughts. From the yard looking at the doggie door...is there something she’s afraid of? Ex, hornets or ant nest, a broom that could fall onto her, a wobbly board, or somewhere her paw could get stuck. My other thought is her vision. Is there a light on inside so she is sure where she’s going?
Interesting, Is it impeding the Keto OTOH ?hope4change_val wrote: »My keto journey is progressing. I noticed i was exceeding my protein target bet not close to my fat target. Society really brainwashed me to avoid fat. I cannot stand black coffee. Yesterday (my first time), I added cream and coconut oil. No sweetener. It was awesome!!! My brain perceive fats as sweet. Which is really handy. To me coconut oil and cream cheese (not together) tastes sweet. I’ve also decided I need to go back to veggies more. My food had gotten skewed towards meat. I also need to stop cooking so much!!! My mom lived through the Great Depression and always hoarded food. I learned some of her mental issue around fear of not having food available. Other than in college, I’ve never never never had a limit in food access. So, this is just in my head. 🙄.
Never mind, I just saw this
hope4change_val 1 hour ago
lost 2.5 lbs since last weighing in! Hope4change_val's lost 14.2 lbs so far.
Congratulations
I love Cream Cheese and have changed fro 1% milk to 2% milk for my cereal. Both my Brother & I only drink Black unsweetened Coffee
I love meat and tend to have a problem eating too much of it myself.
Have a Good Week
Roger1 -
Hi JanGood morning,
I came home so tired I was literally useless. I did not even have energy to play with May May after church.
To make matters worse, she has really gotten some mental block over coming in thru the doggie door. She goes out with no problem and has used it with no problem for 4 years. All of a sudden she cannot bring herself to walk from outside to inside. It can take her 20 tries sometimes, even with me encouraging her. I do not know what is going on- but it is a serious mental block. I have cut off about 2 inches which included the magnets thinking it might help. For the most part it has done little to help, and hopefully I will not have something else come in with an opening like that. I have given her treats when she does get in and praised her. it helps but just a little. I am kind of at wits end with it. I loved she could go in and out safely when I was gone longer than I wanted..like church. It was pretty today, but I think she was out all day. I am afraid she will no longer come in when cold or bad weather! Help Val!!!
Val, sounds like you are far better off not knowing that lady!! I wonder why she had that change though.
Funny Roger, I am waiting for that pill myself!!! Instant Slim!!
Did poorly today on my diet. Most was keto friendly but a really good broccoli salad which I knew had some sugar in it. Lots of bacon, and unfortunately golden raisins that I realized too late were not bacon, lol! At 55 carbs just for that, I would say I blew it!
Tomorrow is another day!! Have a good one!! Hang on to your organs!! ...Jan
You would think that a Broccoli Salad would be safe to eat
That wish for a magic bullet for weight loss is what leads to the large weight loss market items on the shelves.
I hope that the door avoidance issue is cleared up, Maybe bring it up on the next Vet visit as well as trying Vals Ideas.
Good Luck with that
Roger1 -
Hello!
Well, made a stab with my income tax. I am waiting for one thing yet. Oh well... At least I am farther ahead than last year!! So many new tax changes..and I never seem to qualify for any of the good benefits. Just my luck!!
We will be getting into the 70's this week. hard to believe. My forsythia is blooming in a few place and the birds are migrating back. They will be surprised by more winter I am sure.
Val, great job on your loss! You are really doing well!!
May was a little better coming in. Treats help a little. I checked around the door and tried leaving the light on for her. Maybe that will help some.
Interesting articles. And great deals you found on ground beef! Isn't it nice to find a deal!! I did get two packs of spareribs that were over 3 lbs for a little less than $9.00 a piece. Usually they run about $12.00 or so. I was happy as I had a taste for them!
Enjoy the prettier weather!! Take care ...Jan1 -
Humor has been posted
Hi
I'm back home from walking and once again no money was found. The Temperature out the door was 35 degrees. Yesterday here in NJ most of the state was near 60 or over 60 degrees.
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Have a Great Tuesday
Roger2 -
Hello JanHello!
Well, made a stab with my income tax. I am waiting for one thing yet. Oh well... At least I am farther ahead than last year!! So many new tax changes..and I never seem to qualify for any of the good benefits. Just my luck!!
We will be getting into the 70's this week. hard to believe. My forsythia is blooming in a few place and the birds are migrating back. They will be surprised by more winter I am sure.
Val, great job on your loss! You are really doing well!!
May was a little better coming in. Treats help a little. I checked around the door and tried leaving the light on for her. Maybe that will help some.
Interesting articles. And great deals you found on ground beef! Isn't it nice to find a deal!! I did get two packs of spareribs that were over 3 lbs for a little less than $9.00 a piece. Usually they run about $12.00 or so. I was happy as I had a taste for them!
Enjoy the prettier weather!! Take care ...Jan
I plan on doing my Taxes this week, I have everything I need as far as I know. I would think that by now everything should have arrived.
The problem with the Forsythia blooming early is it might get blasted by frost, I have seen happen here in NJ.
Hopefully May gets even better at coming back in. When You say treats were You there to hand them out ? I wonder what would happen if they were in a bowl inside the door as a incentive to come back in ?
It took about 25 minutes in the oven to bake the Hamburgers that I made from the Ground Beef.
I love Spare Ribs especially when they are cooked to where they are falling off of the bone, Not just cooked but super tender. 25% off is a good buy IMO.
Wow, 70s, I am happy that we are in the 60s for a few days.
Congratulations on what I just saw.
Roger
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Buttons61's food and exercise diary was completed for 2/04/2019 and was under Buttons61's calorie goal
Hi Val2 -
Doctor visit today was pleasant. Tomorrow i sign my will and POA, etc. before my doctor appointment I had an hour to kill...so i went for a long walk! That’s where i took this pic.
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Hello!
Beautiful picture, Val. Is that a park close to where you live? So glad the appt. went well!! Good to get those pesky things out of the way. So many people neglect doing that.
Roger, I was so shocked you found money the other day! Hope you find more, lol!! I just handed her some treats when she came in the door. I think she would eat the whole bowl at one sitting otherwise!!
Interesting articles, especially about the genocide that caused a mini ice age. Hard to believe.
I can attest to Muslims becoming Christians after the harshness of Islam. Our friend in our church is from Pakistan and they have started a Christian school. But they are always in danger and must keep a very low profile. It is frightening.
It reached 77 degrees today and will be in the 80;s on Thursday. Too warm, though nice. Our flowers and trees have been caught by a "late" frost more often than not especially in the last several years.
Take care, and no one work too hard!! ...Jan
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Well I did it again, I posted more humor
Hi
I'm back home from walking and 1 cent was found. The Temperature out the door was 37 degrees. Yesterday here in NJ most of the state was near 70 or above.
Nut Job.
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Another total Nut Job
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Give me strength
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Have a Great Wednesday
Roger2 -
Hi Valhope4change_val wrote: »Doctor visit today was pleasant. Tomorrow i sign my will and POA, etc. before my doctor appointment I had an hour to kill...so i went for a long walk! That’s where i took this pic.
having a POA is not something I would have thought of, I have had a will for many years OTOH. Did You think os a POD for the bank also ?
It looks a bit wet there too, things here were wet while walking, I am thinking that a heavy dew possibly is the cause, at least it was warm enough not to be slippery.
Have a Good Death
Roger1
