OMG ~ Discussions Starting 1-11-16 and Beyond
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Good Morning, Ladies. It will be a beautiful day to travel. It's bright and sunny and temperatures will be good as well.
Yesterday's funeral service was nice. He had sung in the choir for 75 years and was a wonderful, loving, and caring man.
Patti: My friend had the very same heart attack last summer. She's functioning at 25% and was a "closet smoker". We all knew, though. She wore the life vest too for awhile. It's very hard to see friends and family suffer. I'll add him to my prayers.
Waving hi to Janet, Diane, Karla, and Cindy. Have a great day, everyone!
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First off congrats to Karla! I got a message from MFP that you have logged in every day for a year! That shows consistency and dedication, and it is showing in your wonderful losses the last six months.
Bert it sounds like your friend had a long and fulfilling life. I hope the funeral was a celebration of his life. And I agree with Patti, you should take measurements. I bet your hard work is showing up there. Safe travels.
Patti I started with WW after watching my dear MIL pass away from heart failure. So maybe this will be the kick you need to get dedicated again. I’m sorry for your friend. My MIL lived for years with about 25% heart function, but she quit smoking, lost 100 pounds, and ate a very healthy diet.
Janet I hope you are just having quiet me days for a few.
Waving to Cindy.0 -
We are on the last week of our trip and heading towards home. I posted a bunch of stuff on FB on the TravelswithCharly4 page so won’t repeat it here. Today we are headed to NC and staying overnight with my DILs mother and granny. I like her dad who lives near us but her mother not so much. But we are passing nearby so it would be rude not to stop. We are stopping at a revolutionary war battlefield first that is sort of on the way so we don’t get there too early in the day.
I’ve been trying to exercise my pause button more. We have gotten lots of walking almost every day this week so that is a positive.
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Bert, enjoy your drive and time with family and friends this weekend. I admit I am so jealous about Wicked, lol.
Diane, enjoyed all the picks and have added several locations to check out "one of these days". You and John could be tour guides. Between the pics and your descriptions you could draw anyone to anywhere. Won't be long and you will be holding your sweet Alise in your arms again.
I am super sore from Tuesday's TRX class. We did lots of squats on the TRX and using the 45 pound bar. Feeling the 3 weeks off intensely in my thighs. Hope walking around our little hippy town with Suzie will work the last of the stiff and sore out of them. Especially since we may be repeating that class tonight. Tonight I need to work on my card class for Saturday. They gave me the day off, since I wasn't coming in anyway it seemed like the best thing to do. I didnt want to leave them short handed, they had plenty of time to fill my shift.
Patti
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TGIF, friends! Been a busy week but wanted to stop by and wish everyone a terrific weekend.
Been staying very busy. Just home from a symphony concert and a delightful lunch & learn session afterward; the speaker was the orchestra's principal trombone, and she is delightful. Tonight, weather permitting, we're going to the balloon glow (part of the Kentucky Derby Festival, which is two weeks of all sorts of stuff). The big balloon race is tomorrow morning but I doubt I'll be in town for the 7 AM start, but seeing the balloons lit at night should be just unearthly.
Have had a faulty Pause button some days this week but staying pretty good on portion control. The lunch today had lots of healthy options but I caved to a truffle for dessert. Oh well - may not get dinner tonight and will compensate somehow.
Big hugs to everyone - personals when I have time.0 -
Nice post this morning went down the drain with that heinous DONE button it has been a glorious 2 days. Suzie and I are finding our rhythm with each other. While I am silly, she has a very dry sense of humor so I have trouble reading her sometimes but we are working it out. I got my ears pierced. Actually got the second holes redone by a very nice gentleman in the nicest little jewelry shop. All jewelry hand made by him and other local artists. Living a little close to the vest right now but will buy some earring on my next trip there. My GFs and I go there every few months.
We did repeat the TRX class with bar weights but happy to say I was not as stiff and sore. This morning I went to Pilates and that worked out the rest of the pain. Worked from 2-7 and now getting ready for tomorrow. Card class cancelled, not enough coming to make it worth my while, will do next month. Best part is I got out of work! So my GFs and I are going to the tent sale, then lunch. Edd and I are headed to the cabin after that. I. Really NEED to see my friend and see for myself how he is doing. I don't mind confessing here how scared I am for him and his gf.
Janet, what fun! My pause button is working over time and not always successfully but we won't give up, not today.
Diane hope your trip is fun to the last.
Hi all
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Good Morning, Ladies. I had fun yesterday with Greg. We rode the Metra into downtown Chicago and met Dan for lunch. Then we walked around and did tourist things. I got 17,000 steps in yesterday. Dylan has a soccer game this morning, and then I'll think about heading home. Have a good day everyone!
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Good morning, gang.
Bert, I love downtown Chicago - the museums, shops, cool yet inexpensive places to eat, and of course the people-watching.
Patti, I knew you'd get past the re-entry stiffness quickly. SO happy you will be able to see your friend - please let us know how he seems to be doing.
Weird but fun evening here. Traffic trying to get into the grounds for the balloon glow was extreme and James suggested we bail, so we drove downtown and had a bite to eat at a funky place where we were the oldest people there, but so what - even found a parking space right across the street. House-made thin-crust margherita pizza (I had two xmll slices but without the thick end of the crust, and we split a small caesar salad, so not really a bad choice. We came home and watched basketball and gave up for the night after 2. Ramping up slowly here but I have at least gotten the dishwasher going.
The sun's out here and it's just gorgeous. It was too windy for the Great Balloon Race (which happens often) so they won't be drifting near the house about now. No idea what the day will bring but I have plenty to do.
Hi to Diane, Cindy and Karla - wishing y'all a most excellent Saturday!0 -
Just a quick check in as I'm getting ready for church and then off to Indy to see Wicked! Have a great day, everyone!
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Bert, I love Wicked. Enjoy every second!0
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Bert,
Here is the Plumeria Lipsense color and glossy gloss. A little more red than I thought, but I like it. Off to the crawfish boil at my son’s house.
My supper club was a big hit. Everyone loved the taco bar.
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Karla, great color on you. Looks to me like a vibrant hot pink. Enjoy the party!0
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Lipsense still holding up at the crawfish boil0 -
Here is above pic
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Back after a pretty quick trip to the cabin. Our furnace broke but we had a couple of electric heaters so should be fine, especially since the waterbed is heated. Part should be available tomorrow, if not at least it is warming up this week. Very nice dinner at a local favorite restaurant near the cabin with our neighbors. Today was spent with my friend and his gf. Feel much better now, still worried but at least I gave him some info and I think he benefited from it. Planning to go back next weekend.
Karla, that is a gorgeous color on you. Can really see the weight loss in these pics. Can't believe how big JJ is getting.
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Good morning, Ladies. It's another busy day today. The rummage sale set up is today at church, and I also need to return the rental car from my Chicago visit. Today is to be gorgeous, so I'm planning to walk outside today and do my computer work (evaluations/grade assignments) this evening.
Wicked was awesome! (as I knew it would be). The sets were amazing and so was the cast! I had a fabulous time with my BFF's
Karla: I like the plumeria on you... I love the Lipsense.....it does stay on all day.
Patti: Hope you hyad a good time at the cabin even though your furnace broke.
Waving hi to Janet, Cindy, and Diane.
Have a great day, everyone!
Bert
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Karla: im wearing Bella Lipsense!
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Hi Girls-
I've tried to log in a few times and couldn't find the box to type a message- I had to join the group. very odd indeed.
Sorry I've been TOTALLY MIA- working hard on the new book every spare chance I get. My pause button is working but the deadline of August is looming. So I'm working my butt off.
I did some free weights this morning- one step for me and changed up my breakfast- been starving all day but I'll survive.
Everyone sounds happy and healthy here for that I could my blessings. But I feel out of the loop.
Need to run but really wanted to check in- keep smiling and remember to pause.
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Cindy, you are always a part of this group. I love hearing that you are writing. As long as you are taking time to do what you need to do to be you, I am happy. Life will slow down a bit once August comes and goes. Thanks for letting us know you are ok.
Cooked up a mess of ribs, some of my best work, lol. Taking some to Mom's for lunch tomorrow and will gave them for dinner tomorrow after the gym. But for now I am whooped and going to bed
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Good morning and welcome to Tuesday.
Quick stop by myself as it is May 1st and I am off to the Saraland clinic to close it's books before I head to the Podiatry office. Short week this week as the Podiatrist is in Destin Thursday and Friday at a convention. Yeaaaa!! My niece and great nephew are coming over Thursday so we are hanging out by the pool.
Cindy - So fabulous to see you stop by, but totally understand your schedule.
Patti - Yes, my JJ is totally growing up. He will be 15 in September and towers over me now. He is, and always will be, my heart. He was a little boy when you visited here. Thank you for your compliments on my facial weight loss. I appreciate it. I'm glad you and Suzie had a good visit. I would love to visit that little town some day, as I love the 70's!
Bert - I do love the Lipsense too!! It did last all day yesterday with me just reapplying the glossy gloss after lunch. Thank you for turning me on to it.
I'm off to do a couple business things here before I head out.
Have a great day,
Karla
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A quick good morning to all.
A good day of eating yesterday and my arms aren't sore today so it was the right amount of lifting to keep me motivated. Tonight after work I plan to walk as it might not be snowing and may just have sun. I'm so tired of this extended weather pattern.
Tomorrow I'm volunteering for Special Olympics- such a joy to see these young people give it there all and are happy to just be involved. Makes my heart triple in size to be some small part of this event and it does humble me. I have nothing to complain about.
Karla- you're pics were lovely.
Patti- how do you do your ribs? I have some but still trying to figure it out for the best taste and tender combo.
Janet- Is your weather just perfect now?
Bert- so glad to see the pics on IG- you have the best smile.
Diane- how's the road treating you?
OK- off again.
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Good Morning, Ladies. It's another gorgeous day today. Yesterday I walked with my BFF and go 17K steps in! I'm sad that she will eventually (in about a year) move to Indy to live with her daughter. She has had a very rough two years. She's been married for over 60 years, and is now legally separated! He's such a jerf! I totally understand that she doesn't like living alone; however, I will definitely miss doing things together on the spur of the moment. I'll just have to plan to see her.
I've been working on student evaluations this morning. I'm glad I have worked on them throughout the semester, so it isn't so much work at the end (unlike 3 of my students who are huge procrastinators). They are online students and have families of their own, so I get it; however, they are the ones who want the degree.
I'm heading to church to drop off some rummage for the sale. Then I'm coming home to work in the yard. I need a break from walking and it's too pretty to be in the gym. I even have a hummingbird already!
Have a great day, everyone!
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Good morning all. Second to last day of our trip. We will get home tomorrow afternoon. Today we will get as far as Yorktown and may wander around Williamsburg as well. We’ve been on the outer banks for the last several days.
My pause button has not been working very well. I’m afraid I feel my clothes snug. I am very afraid to face the scale Thursday morning and my WW meeting on Monday. This trip has been much more a sightseeing trip than a hiking and exercise trip, and I haven’t adjusted my eating accordingly. I will also need to start tracking again. When you don’t have cell service it is just too hard. I’ll be going for blue dot days again starting Thursday.0 -
Cindy it is good to see you check in. I have much less
Excuse than you and
I have not been very consistent either! We know how hard you are working at writing and marketing!
Karla the picture of you with JJ was special. You rock the grandma role!
Bert I loved the pictures of you with your girlfriends too. I have a date to take Elise to see my bff on Thursday. She had knee replacement about three weeks ago and I feel bad I haven’t been there to support her.
Patti enjoy
Your time with mom. I am going over to see mom on Monday. After helping my sister move this weekend. It’s all about family, isn’t it?
Janet too bad you missed the balloon glow. We have been to a morning glow and lift off
When visiting John’s brother in Albuquerque and it was a lot of fun. But sounds like you had a fun evening anyway.
Sorry for the typos. On the road, on my phone on potholes roads.0 -
Cindy, for the ribs I just rub with a seasoning blend I make (black pepper, cayenne, garlic, Rosemary, cumin, paprika, a bit of brown sugar) or you can use whatever you like. I usually cut each rack in half so they fit the pan better and are easier to handle. Then put them in a foil lined broiler pan or any large tray with sides. Cover with foil. Bake at 500 for 30 minutes. Then drop heat to 325 for 2 to 3 hours. I check every 40 minutes or so and rearrange them in the pan (I usually have to overlap them some) so they cook more evenly. Baste with pan juices. I usually don't add BBQ sauce to mine but you could add some the last 20-30 minutes of cook time. Edd just puts his on at the table. Enjoy the Olympics! Such a great way to feel joy!
Diane, you have a full schedule and you are not even home yet, lol. You will get back in the swing of tracking and eating quickly. Your next trip will be more active. I bet your arms are aching for baby time and your mom's are aching for you.
Bert, I concur with Cindy about your smile, it is contagious. I know you will miss your BFF but Indy is not so far away. Enjoy your outside day.
Time to hit the grocery and then surprise mom with a rib lunch.
Patti
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Hi, everyone - have been way busy the last few days. Spring has finally arrived - it got to 85 yesterday, with a bit of (boo!) humidity. James went golfing with me as cart driver and cheerleader. Despite having plenty of water with us, the heat got to us both a bit. Of course we're watching the NBA playoffs - up until 1:30 this morning to watch our Warriors win.
Diane, wishing you safe travels on the final leg of your trip. The Pause button does work better at home, doesn't it? Elise time is nigh!
Bert, I know your evaluations are thorough and kind, but truthful. If the incipient teachers are smart, they will take constructive evaluation to heart and use it to improve their professionalism.
Karla, glad you get a bit of a reprieve late this week. You life is so busy. What's your weekend looking like?
Cindy, so glad to see your avatar pop up. You are a rock, and don't forget that!
Patti, thanks for the rib suggestions. I've never made them but maybe this summer. Pork ribs are my favorite too, and I enjoy a pork loin more than I do a beef roast. (Maybe it's because my mom, bless her heart, used to cook roast beast until it was grey and dry.)
Much to do today so will let you go. Later, gang!0 -
Good morning ladies and welcome to my four day weekend!! Yes, the podiatrist is off to a convention in Destin, so I am home!!
I am so very happy! Izzy has been recommended to be in the performance dance classes for next year!! This means she will be performing at local events around town as well as her classes.
Janet- This weekend I am taking Izzy to my. Bff’s grandson’s birthday party. This friendship is so precious as their parents, Jason and Arminda grew up together since they were 9 years old and now that friendship is repeating itself in their children. Precious! Of course Jason is my son and Arminda is Monica’s daughter., my BFF. What are you and James up to?
Have a great day and weekend everyone.
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Good Morning, Ladies. I had to turn on the ac yesterday as it was 83 in the house. Today is supposed to be cooler, so hopefully we can open windows again. I'm heading to campus this morning to discuss a problem with one of my students. I hope it gets resolved quickly.....geez, it's always something.
My BFF went to court yesterday for the preliminary hearing. She came out ok for the short term. She felt good about the results, so I'm happy for her.
Karla: Congratulations for Izzy! That will be good experience for her!
Janet: The evaluations are tricky as there are items that don't apply to everyone. Some Cooperating Teachers are thorough and some aren't.....just like my students!
Waving hi to Patti, Diane, and Cindy.
Have a good day, everyone!
Bert
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Good morning all, super warm here yesterday and that meant top down time! Wonderful lunch with the girls, grocery shopping and work. The store was miserably hot and we were understaffed....oh well, off until Monday. Going to the cabin tomorrow, planning a nice Mexican meal for Saturday to share with the neighbors. Will also go see my friend and check on his progress. Praying every day is healing his heart. They picked up some pepper plants for me, so I will be putting in a little pepper garden. My next door neighbor at home will till me a spot.
Karla, how awesome for Izzy! She must be so excited. Enjoy the birthday celebrations.
Bert, I was sorely tempted to turn on the a/c but managed with fans for the night. It is cooler here and supposed to rain. Happy to hear that your BFF did well in court. Divorces are so ugly and seem to expose every raw nerve in a person. Hope she is healing.
Diane, I know today is an Elise day for you and you are in heaven. Bet you burn extra calories this weekend helping your sister move. How are Carrie and your Mom doing? Bet they are both glad to have you back in town.
Time to hit my chore list.
Big hugs to Janet and Cindy
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Good afternoon all. Yes today was my Elise day and it was wonderful. She had not forgotten me! Carrie and I and Elise took a friend of mine to lunch, who had a knee replacement 2.5 weeks ago. We were going to just take lunch over to her, but they are having their kitchen redone and their place is a war zone! Not what I would have done during my recovery time! We had a great chat, Elise was so good, and I am NOT getting a blue dot for today. I selected a salad with grilled chicken, but we also split some guacamole and veggie chips, and I had a sangria.
But, I stepped on the scale today, and I lost 3.5 pounds over the six weeks we were gone! I am thrilled, even though I am worried some of it was converting muscle to fat.
I also talked to my mom today. Bad news is she fell again last weekend and badly scraped her arm. Good news is she drove herself to the doctor on Monday to have it checked out, and said she felt fine driving. She hadn’t driven anywhere since early December. Bad news is she said she drove herself because she felt like she had no other option. My brother and his wife live 20 minutes away from her, and his youngest son is a senior in high school with a drivers license.
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The next three days are moving days for my sister. She is only moving about a mile. She bought a townhome when her landlady decided she needed to move out so the ll’s son and wife could move in. But she said the sellers left it very dirty. Tomorrow I am painting one closet and scrubbing the rest, finishing scrubbing whatever kitchen cabinets she has not gotten to, and scrubbing windows. She got new carpet yesterday so I will have to be very careful painting. Saturday we are moving closet to closet and kitchen to kitchen, and John is doing repairs and replacing locks. Sunday is furniture moving, and my brother and son plus us and Brad will help. This is my sister who had a stroke about three years ago, and she has never really gotten full function back on her left side. So she won,t be carrying much, and scrubbing would really wear her out.0
