OMG ~ Discussions Starting 1-11-16 and Beyond
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Good Morning, Ladies. We got a little rain yesterday from Irma remnants. It wasn't much, and I feel guilty for saying that due to the immense flooding in the south. Today is housecleaning as my girl will not be coming today due to her mother (my friend who had the heart attack) will be coming home from the hospital today. Then it's off to the dentist this afternoon and choir practice this evening. Another busy day in store; however, I love to be busy on my schedule and not someone else's.
I'm glad everyone is doing well. Congrats, Karla, on your weight loss!
Have a great day, everyone!
Bert0 -
Good morning, it is dreary and chilly outside but I am all sunshine inside. I love having a party to plan. Praying more than 6 show up (the number that have RSVP'd). Have a few things to pick up (forgot to buy yesterday) at the store. The weather is supposed to be perfect, may even put the boat in.
Cindy, you impress me more every day. So focused on your writing career that you can't help but be successful. I would so love if you included a unique seafood chowder in your cookbook.....hint, hint! I will definitely buy in multiples and give one to all my friends.
Bert, I agree about being busy on my own time. Somehow it isn't as stressful as being busy with work. Praying all goes well with your friends return home. I know everyone is worried for her but seems like she has to try it.
Janet, how did the retirement party go? I am sure you looked stunning.
Karla, keep up the good work. I am sure you have fun with grandkids this weekend.
Diane, so happy to see the pics of sweet Elise. Congrats again!
Suzi, miss your sweet wisdom and tales of Ellis, hope you find your way back to us soon.
Patti0 -
Good afternoon. This darn cough and cold is back!! I've been home the last two days trying to rest it out! It started late yesterday after we went Christmas shopping with a vengeance.
Patti- This Sunday is our 12th Wedding anniversary, so no grandkids this weekend. You always have some surprise showups at your Pig Roast, so I'm sure it will be fun.
It was a very cute set of pictures of Diane, John and Carrie with the new baby Elise on FB.
Cindy- We all cheer you on. I'vd been tracking and watching my activity the last week trying to get off some pounds. I'm ashamed to say I am NOT in Onederland. But I will be back there soon, very soon.
Bert - I am enjoying Glenn being home. He is helping so much around the house and especially with cooking and grocery shopping. You are such a precious and devoted friend. I wish we lived closer!!
Janet - How was the retirement party? Someone at Humana?
I better go, we just got up from our nap and I made Glenn a sandwich and Veggie straws, and now looking for that WW recipe for the Grueyer cheese sandwich.
Karla0 -
Hi Ladies-
We've made it to Friday and I for one am thankful to see the weekend on the horizon.
I'm in hectic life mode until after the New Hampshire event October 13-
With trying to get in some camping, get some things done around the house, write, and the day job with 2 biz trips coming up I'm a little frazzled. But on a good note my jeans fit better today- did a little jig.
Karla- I hope you feel better soon. Happy Anniversary to you and Glenn
Patti- Have a great time with the pig roast- are you really roasting a full or half piggie?
Janet- are you destressing and doing the chill thing?
Bert- I agree choosing to be busy is so much better than it being foisted upon you.
I need to run but I'll check back when I can. I have been eating salad every day for lunch with lean protein so that is a check plus!
Cindy0 -
Hi all, we got to the cabin yesterday afternoon and there was already 1 guest here and set up. Our neighbor leant him a hand. This weekend is the bike rally, pig roast was last weekend. I will be making a rib dinner tomorrow night. We had chicken corn chowder last night and it was delish. I pureed some of the corn to use as a thickener and it worked great. Today I am making chicken enchilada soup. Served with a squeeze of lime and oh MY! Using my summer's bounty of fresh tomatoes, corn and peppers makes for the best meals. The weather will be perfect so am praying more folks roll in. If not, this will be my last year hosting this event.
Karla, sorry you are sick but hope you enjoy your anniversary weekend.
Cindy, wore me out just reading your post, lol. But sometimes busy makes me more efficient and productive. Yeah on better fitting jeans.
I am afraid to face the scale but my clothes don't feel tight. I hope I am not deluding myself but some actually feel loose. I am going to focus on tracking (starting monday) and stay away from the scale for at least a month. I am not going to get my start weight because then I will focus on the number and that seems to be what trips me up. I will, however, get my starting measurements and recheck in a month. That, to me, is more important than the scale. At least they don't change hour to hour or day to day. So now I have stated my action plan, just need to find the eating plan to go with it, lol.
Please say a prayer or two for my DIL her sister died of a heart attack yesterday, I think she was close to 50. So very, very sad.
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Good Morning, Ladies. I went to my thyroid doctor yesterday. Pending lab results, she said she will decide on my synthroid dosage. My blood sugar was 107, and my A1C was 5.6. That went down from 5.7 last year! I was happy about that. We also discussed my weight gain (4 pounds; however, I don't want to gain anything!) Then, my BFF and I went for a wonderful lunch and retail therapy. It was a great day!
Thursday night, our choir went to my friend's house to sing for and with her. It was a jolt for me to see her in a hospital bed in her home. Her entire family was there too. We sang hymns that she chose. I broke down at the end when I was leaving......too much to take. I made her beef and noodles last week and she has raved about them. I froze the leftovers and will take them to her on Monday as I'm sure her family will be in and out over the weekend.
Breakfast is tracked. I'm trying to eat more protein, but less fat. That's a tricky one!
Have a great day, everyone!
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Bert, what a lovely gift to your friend/ it brought tears. Glad she is home.
Karla, hope you will feel much better for your anniversary. Bad colds are just miserable experiences.
Patti, the mere thought of ribs makes my mouth water!
Cindy, hope you are taking it easy this weekend.
Diane, Elise is just gorgeous. That's my older niece's middle name.
Suzi, eager for updates on travels with Ellis!
Retirement party for a friend at Humans was interesting. Two people basically deigned not to talk to me for more than ten seconds - HA! Caught up with several people I really like and a couple no-shows were people I would have preferred not to see anyway.
Did a little retail therapy yesterday - my favorite boutique is closing - clothing and interesting home goods. Everything half off, so was able to do some Christmas shopping and pick up a couple of tops and scarves for me. Had overpaid on my MasterCard so it's all already paid for. Yay!
Eating here has been up & down but am focused as much as I can right now. Not Cindy-strong at the moment. Will make it into gear - my goal
Is to drop ten by Thanksgiving and another ten by my birthday in March.
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Good Morning, Ladies. Mike and I watched Jillian and Cole last night while Greg and Carrie went shopping and out to dinner. We had a great time. Today Jillian and Cole have soccer games at the same time. We will have to split watching each game.
Janet: I'm wanting to lose 20 lbs. I can't seem to even get 5 lost.
Breakfast is tracked. Have a great day, everyone!
Bert0 -
Karla, happy 12th anniversary to you & Glenn! Hope you feel better and can celebrate.
Bert, your A1c is terrific - happy for you. It makes me smile when you get grandkid time. One of my friends has three daughters and when all three have events in different places, it's a festival of crazy. We'll get back into gear soon - TOGETHER! Sometime this fall, I'd love to drive up to meet you at your convenience.
James & I took a walk this morning - my lower back went to about pain level 7 very quickly but I kept going and we walked almost a mile around the neighborhood. I plan to do this at least three days a week now and will increase distance as my body permits. Gotta push through the pain - sitting & stretching helps a lot, and I had two Excedrin when I got home - trying to stay away from the Norco because they are a scarce resource and mostly I don't need the heavier artillery, so I try everything else first.
Eating has been subpar but not awful this weekend. Just used the last of the taco meat with black beans on a nice salad, dressed with salsa and a bit of low-fat sour cream, had a few tortilla chips too. Yesterday we had only one meal (cheeseburgers, mine without bun, and corn on the cob, with popcorn last night. I feel like momentum is on its way back ... please let it show up soon!
Just had a tiny adventure in fraud here - got a text from Amex asking about a charge for Straight Talk Wireless. NOT mine - called immediately and verified that I didn't do it. They had already declined the transaction and will change my number & send me a new card. I am totally OCD about checking my bank account and credit cards online nearly every day and this is why. Thank goodness American Express caught it, contacted me and we're resolving it before more could happen - somebody once got my MasterCard number and both about $1,400 worth of stuff at various Walmarts in Mississippi. I caught it the next day and had to have that replaced. I hate having to be so vigilant but not everyone has a moral compass, sadly.
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Good Morning, Ladies. Annie is in the hospital with appendicitis. I'm not sure when she is having surgery, but hopefully it will be today. I may be driving to Chicago.
Janet: I'd love to meet you in person sometime. Do you live in the Louisville area? My eating was ok, but not the best. Today I'm working out at home using my weights. Mike is at work today. It is a good thing to constantly check your accounts. I do that as well.
Have a great day, everyone!
Bert0 -
Welcome to Monday ya'll. It was a wonderful weekend. Filled with friends old and new. One new couple from Cleveland, she a retried ER nurse and He a retiree firefighter and both paramedics, made for great conversation. Another gentleman from WV who was full of wit and wisdom and the best laugh in the world. We had some great bonfires along the river. the guys got out their beautiful old BMWs and rode the scenic backroads of southern Ohio. The food all turned out well with almost no leftovers. Total of 15 showed up at different times, so will do it again next year. Calling this weekend a success in my book. One couple brought three dachshunds, one just 11 weeks old, they were the entertainment, lol. So well behaved and cute, especially the puppy.
On a very sad note my DILs death may not have been a heart attack. It is all suspicious and I believe it is being investigated. The family has hired a lawyer and are talking to the police. I believe we are waiting on results of the autopsy to proceed with funeral arrangements. The boyfriend tried to have her cremated immediately. All prayers for my DIL are appreciated, she is devastated, as is the rest of the family.
Bert, big prayers for Annie that all goes well with surgery and healing. Great news on your A1c. Good for you getting out the weights. Beef and noodles, perfect comfort food for your friend and one of my favorites.
Janet, hope the fall weather keeps you inspired on your walks with James. Hooray on your retail finds. I so love your style and wish I could emulate it but I guess I am doomed to be a "plain Jane" in t shirts and jeans, lol.
Karla, from the FB pics looks like you celebrated your anniversary in style.
Cindy, so excited for your next adventure in New England. How I would love to be able to shoot up there and meet and support you. I know having Meg there will make it that much more fun.
My goal for this week is to take time to find my way again. I get so wrapped up in all the weekend activities, entertaining, parties, company etc that I just let my care of me go to the curb. I am not going to the cabin the next 2 weekends. My cousin wanted to go there next weekend and I am feeling so guilty for telling her that I am not going to go. We have seen little of each other this summer because she is spending time with her grandkids before they have to move to Japan for 3 years with the Navy. Edd plans to go and I want to stay home and really clean this house. Plus, I am itching to get into my craft room. Have about 8 stamp sets, lots of new ink and tools that I have yet to break into. Also want to give watercolor another go. Actually just need some alone time I guess. Will try to channel my inner Janet, she is in there and comes out rarely but I do enjoy it when she does.
Today is tons of laundry and diet plan research before I go to work.
Patti1 -
Good morning. Leaving today for Panama City for my dad's 89th birthday! I'm at the doctors office at the moment, but car packed and leaving from here. Dropped Millie off at her boyfriend's house, Jack Jack! Lol
Patti- It wasn't your DIL that passed was it? I think you meant to say her bff? So sad about suspicious circumstances. Drugs take many young adults, ones you least expect. Prayers for all. I'm going to talk to my doctor about a diet plan or place she recommends.
Cindy- Goid luck and have great fun with Meg. Just finished a book that I really liked. I can share it with you if you have a Kindle reader or App? Reminded me of your writing!
Janet- Please don't hurt yourself or your ankle trying to walk more than you are used to. I'm sure James will understand. We have to work up to it slowly. I hurt reading your post .
Say prayers for my bff Sharon, in Panama City. She is going through a rough time.
My plan is to do a deep cleaning on my dad's house for part of his birthday present. I even brought my Rainbow vacuum and Bissell steamer. I haven't done this in over a year!! No lectures please, he can't do it himself..
Take care,
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Wow first one here, that rarely happens. Praying all is well in everyone's world as I head to Moms. We are making a big batch of bran muffins. They are make with Raisin Bran Crunch cereal. She loves them and it is something she will eat every morning, much more than the 2 spoons of cottage cheese she eats each morning now, lol. Edd is working on the truck, a very hard and labor intensive job but hopefully he will be done today. I still have laundry to do after the gym and am really hoping to work on a diet plan this evening. I don't know what my resistance is but I find every excuse not to do this.
Time to run, back this pm
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Karla, tell your Dad happy birthday. I know how much it means to you to get his place spic and span and I am sure he enjoys it too. I know you will fit in some great father-daughter time too. It was my DILs sister that passed on Thursday. It was not drugs, possibly foul play.
Prayers for your friend Sharon.
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Good Morning, Ladies. Annie's surgery was a success. It was definitely appendicitis....she will be going home today. I took Molly to the vet today, and she has arthritis! So, she's a member of my club!
I'm picking Jillian up from school today as Greg has a meeting. I'm so thankful that I am able to do this.....one of the fun things to do.
Patti: So glad you had a great weekend. So sorry to hear about your DIL's sister. I'm getting the weights out again today!
Karla: I'm trying to do low fat for my gall bladder and low carb for weight loss; however, I'm struggling to find foods that are both low fat and low carb at the same time. I refuse to eat cardboard.
Have a great day, everyone! It's off to work out with the weights.
Bert0 -
A quick hi. Bert, glad the surgery went well. Patti, can't imagine your DIL'd s family's pain.
Very busy here and we have an 8-hour drive yet to go. No option to stay because I have blood draw at 7:40 tomorrow for vitamins D, B12 & Calcium.
Eating pretty well the last couple of days on the road. More when able. You are all in my thoughts.0 -
HI again, great day with mom, as usual. The bran muffins turned out perfect, so she is stocked up. Lunch with the girls moved to Thursday this week. Hair appointment tomorrow. I have my hair pretty light for summer and not sure it is me but it sure hides the gray a lot better. Decisions, decisions. My WOB returned to class tonight. She has been gone all summer. We all welcomed her back with open arms. Have missed her special brand of humor.
Bert, good news about Annie.
Janet, guess I missed something, where are you off to? Hope something fun.
Time to chill
Patti
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Good Morning, Ladies. Today I meet with a new student as her other supervisor is having surgery, so she will not be supervising this semester. I meet with the other new student on Friday. Tomorrow I have a visit with my student teacher. I'm not happy with her progress as I think she submits assignments in haste. She has not completed her other course requirements either, so her grade will reflect it. I hope she gets her act together as I have her again in another grade from Oct. - Dec.
Annie is home and is doing ok. Jillian and I did her homework yesterday before Carrie got home. It was so cute when she was doing her math paper. She was to draw a doll, and she said that her drawing was "horrible" and wanted to throw the paper away. I told her that they weren't evaluating her artwork, only the math concept. She also read a story.....she's a very good reader, I must say.
I'm focusing on exercise and drinking more water. I'm still trying to get enough protein during the day. Have a great day, everyone!
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Hi, all.
Bert, you are worth your weight in platinum as a supervisor. Hope your student gets it together and that your two new ones will be more conscientuous. Glad Annie is doing well. Love the mental picture of Jillian reading to her grandma.
Patti, care to share the bran muffin recipe? I have a good one but haven't made them in years. James wants me to try making his mom's lasagne - copied her recipe yesterday.
James & I went to SC - he had a doc appointment & also wanted to get a few things out of storage. Very full day, including lunch with his son, & we got home at - gasp - 3:15 this morning. Good conversation & lively music got us through but we were very, very glad to be safely back. I got an hour & a half of sleep & went for blood draw. Typing this on my phone from bed, hoping to zonk soon. No plans for either of us, except to recharge today.
Will check back later to see what everyone's been up to.0 -
Good end of the morning. Working on a few chores before I go to hairdresser, store and work.
Bert, I hope your new students are more invested in their education and take full advantage of your expertise. Hate to think about the other one teaching our youth. Good job with your focus is on movement and water. Baby steps and remember to celebrate your successes.
Janet, whew....what a whirlwind few days. Hope you two kick back and relax for a couple of days. I would be happy to share Moms recipe but not sure it is diet friendly, lol. This made approx 60 muffins, so you might want to cut it down
Raisin Bran muffins
Mix together in extra large to huge bowl:
5 cups flour
3 cups sugar
5 tsp baking soda
2 tsp salt
2-3 tsps cinnamon
Then add 20 oz Raisin Bran Crunch
Mix in medium bowl:
1 quart buttermilk
4 well beaten eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 stick melted butter
Add to dry ingredients
Fill tins 3/4 full and bake 30-35 mins
Patti0 -
Thanks, Patti. May make a big batch to take at Christmastime.
Cold is starting to leave - had to take an antinausea pill yesterday & it zonked me for four hours. Needed that. Ate little, so am willing to take whatever small victory that may be. Am seeing a dermatologist today - it's been more than 20 years since I've been to one. Nervous because I am so self-conscious but making myself do it.
We ate the last salad stuff in the house last night so there will be a grocery run today, & my cleaner is finally coming. I have to talk with her about being more reliable with schedule. She has big family problems and her car died, but it has gotten out of control. She's become sort of a friend, but her unreliability has already cost her at least one client and she has to get it together. Hope she does.0 -
Good mid day to everyone. Second day of cleaning on my dad's house. We, and I do mean "we", Glenn is helping bigtime, and he never has before. He is so relaxed and happy as a retiree!!!
Janet- Sorry about your predicament with your housekeeper. I had to dismiss one a few years back for hitting on Glenn! lol , she had a bum of a boyfriend that didn't work and told me how great Glenn was and how I hit the goldmine with him. Then she kept wanting to schedule her time when I was out of town and Glenn was home! Be sure the dermatologist checks your back and legs thoroughly. If they don't ask to inspect your entire body, they aren't worth a dam!
Cindy- Where are you my friend? We need to talk on the phone very soon. We are planning another long trip up the Northeast Coast. You are on the list to stop and meet. I hope we can work it out.
Patti- We had a party for my dad yesterday. Not sure if you saw it on FB or not. His hearing and worsened but he refuses to get hearing aids. We had 10 people over counting him and Kerry. We are so lucky to still have them.
I have an appointment Monday with Dr Shields who owns the Healthy Weight for Me clinic. When I saw my doctor before we left Tuesday she highly recommended this clinic when I brought it up. I just can't stick to anything. I had blood work ran to check my cholesterol and sugar. Wish me the best.
I better finish up, this place is looking great!!
Karla0 -
Good afternoon, had a nice long lunch with the girls and got the menu set for the YaYa weekend. I buy all the food and they pay me. We will have a house full of talented cooks so it is going to be a food challenge for us all. We will laugh a bunch of calories off though. Stopped in 1/2 price books and scored the entire years worth of Cooking Light magazine for $.50 each. Got groceries for me and Mom plus a beautiful bunch of colored daisies for her to enjoy.. They are all primary colors and look like a bunch of party balloons. She was surprised and delighted. Gym tonight and tomorrow morning and then I am on my own for a few days. Going to make a to do list to keep myself from just being a total bum, which is what I could easily do if I am not careful.
Janet, hope you are feeling better. The muffins freeze well. I would add more raisins or some cranberries, but I am a lover of them both.
Karla, I know it makes your heart swell to have this time with your dad and you will go home knowing how much he enjoys his clean house. Hearing aids can be a great help or a giant nuisance and sometimes both. At his age he will decide which, lol. Good luck on your lab results.
Cindy, hope all is well. I know you are getting ready for your NH book adventure.
Patti
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Good Morning, Ladies. Yesterday was a travel day to visit my student teacher. She did ok.
Janet: I have the same problem with my house cleaner. Her mom is my friend who had the heart attack and her sister is one of my good friends. Her mom and sister are also church family. I got her when I had back surgery and decided to keep her. She only comes for a couple of hours every other week, as I can't afford her doing the whole house. She's not as reliable as I would like as she cancels too much. She's a friend, too, which makes it difficult at times. I just need help with mopping the floor and vacuuming as it bothers my back. Bending over for long periods of time is NOT my friend.
Waving hi to everyone! Have a great day!
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TGIF! Boy did this week fly by. So happy I am not packing and leaving for the cabin. I do have to pack a few things for Edd. He is taking Frankie so I will be truly alone and am so looking forward to it. I love being with all my friends and family, but need alone time on a regular basis. My wise mother once told me, when I complained about being bored when I was alone, "if you are bored you must not like your own company very much. You need to figure it out because you have to live with yourself forever" I have never been bored with myself since, lol. She is one wise woman. Gym time this morning, have not made a Friday morning class in about a month and have missed it. Next month they are changing things up a bit. The Zumba/Pilates class will become a full hour of Pilates, yeah. They are thinking about adding a 30 minute class with weights and aerobic activity immediately before Pilates, double yeah.
Back later, happy Friday
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One happy great grandma here! My oldest grandson stopped by with my great granddaughter, 9 days old, Ariel Jade. Had a nice visit and lots of baby cuddles and kisses. Not questioning his sudden reappearance in our lives, just loving the fact that he came. It was heartwarming to hear him recount so many memories he has of his childhood that involve Edd and me. So guess we did something right.
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Patti, what a lovely treat! You are rightly swelling with pride and joy.
Karla, that story made me laugh. Glenn Mitchell, chick magnet! Your dad looked relaxed & happy at his party. How fun! The kids were cute too.
Bert, cleaning and back stuff are natural enemies.
Spoke with my cleaner and I will see whether her promise of greater reliability will hold - hope so, because she is a really good person. Today James wanted to play golf & asked me to tag along as chauffeur. It was fun but beastly hot. We picked up Panda Express, our only meal of the day.
Dermatologist visit was good. Got a good explanation of a couple of things that are nothing and a small spot taken off my nose and another near my left eye. There's likely to be no issue but pathology will be run just to be safe. And got a message from the rheumatologist - there are signs of rheumatoid arthritis, so I will make an appointment to discuss what, if anything, we do about it.
Time for bed - it's been a long but fun one.0 -
Good Morning, Ladies. I'm heading to the gym today. I haven't been there is so long. It's going to be very hot today, so that will also be a good thing. I've been exercising with my weights at home, but I need a change of scenery.
Patti: I enjoy my time alone on days that Mike works. We need that from time to time. Greg recounts many memories of his childhood as well, and they, too center around Mike and me. Not so much about his time with his dad. The boys' dad has always been there financially for them; however, memories made are times shared.
Janet: I like to drive the cart. Yesterday was a scorcher! So sorry to hear of signs of rheumatoid arthritis.
Have a great day, everyone!
Bert0 -
Good morning! Just wanted to pop in to say I'm thinking of you all today. Let's all vow to say NO to something today when we're tempted, and to do the best we can with the day we've been given. Hugs all around.0
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Good morning to you all, I went to bed early with a smile on my face and a song in my heart. Up early and have already started on my long list of "to do's". Top of the list is to deep clean the kitchen and dining room. Also want to get the rest of the peppers made into jam, mustard and if any are left I will pickle them. Everyone has gone gaga over the peach/pepper jam so will make lots of that. Have already shared about 18 half pints with everyone asking for more. Then I will straighten my craft room and get my creative juices flowing while I binge on all the Netflix shows I have been saving for a year. Edd has work to do at the cabin but will be enjoying some boat time before he winterizes and puts the cover on it.
Janet, you are a true friend to go out in this heat with James. Hope the path comes back negative. My hairdresser was diagnosed with rheumatoid in her early 40s. She was given a diet to follow that has made a huge difference. Hope that diet changes will be enough to help with yours.
Bert, yeah you getting back to the gym. You are on a roll. I love my gym time. I may not be losing weight but I have more energy, strength and endurance. I keep telling everyone that under my protective layer of fat is the body of a warrior, lol! Do what you can and keep up the good work.
Back to it
Patti0
