OMG ~ Discussions Starting 1-11-16 and Beyond
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Janet, good luck with your procedure. I give that Dr kudos for not only knowing when to refer but also for recognizing and documenting the charming lady that you are. I bet he puts a call in to speed up the appointment for you. Today has been brutal for me too. This high humidity with the oppressive heat takes a toll on my energy.
Mary Lynn, I find myself more and more focused on fruits and veggies, especially with so much available right now. I love the peaches I got earlier and froze but they are going quickly and will not last the winter. Now the season is over, but I know that next year I will be getting lots more and not giving so many of them away, lol. Actually these peaches are so awesome that I have to share!
Cindy, I love the idea of a house to rent so we can all be together but all will depend on the number of us that can make it and the cost. I do believe this is going to happen. So excited. Enjoy being Lucinda, you do it so well.
Circuit this morning was a cardio extravaganza, for some reason we did very little strength training. Tomorrow we are doing a full hour of Pilates. It is a killer class but I really miss it. I think I am going to have to develop a 15-30 minute Pilates workout to do at home. That is the one thing about Pilates, you can do it safely every day and you don't need to do long workouts. On my last load of laundry, chicken reheating in the oven to put on our salads and I think my chores are done for today. My son closes tomorrow so we are going to stop by and see the new house on our way to the cabin.
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Cindy- the Wyndham's are really nice and some are single cottages. I'm going to start researching. A house would be lovely though, and we could all chip in.
Janet- I know you will get with the perfect physician and of course you are a sweetie.
Rough night makes a long day and a tired Karla. My right hip has been hurting on and off for a couple weeks. I made an appointment with my massage therapist for 3 tomorrow. Prior to that I am definitely getting that Pedi! I think tomorrow I will be the chilled out Karla, the primadona. Lol.
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Good Morning Girls-
I'm drinking coffee in front my the new LR screen and there is Izzy- so cute in her tutu and pink shoes.
I've also had a banana and contemplating whats next for breakfast- I didn't go to the store last night so need to do that mid day when I'm on my "lunch" break
I'm so excited but wanted to swing by- I forgot to scale hop today, not that I expected to see a change but I think that is going to be my thing to count for the foreseeable future. It helps me stay mindful of what I eat. So I'm changing direction mid stream for PM
Patti- I too am enjoying the fruit and veggie bounty- we have apple season soon
Still putting up tomatoes which I think you asked, I wash, food process them, dump in a large pot- boil for 15-30 minutes depending on how much excess luquid needs to disappear and then freeze- but I'll be canning soon too as the freezer is quickly filling up
Karla- enjoy your day- you deserve it.
janet- Good Morning dear friend- I think you sent me your humidity but this is supposed to pass quickly.
Off to be the alter ego.
Love to all
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Good morning and TGIF!!!!
I have experienced the most relaxing morning watching a suspenseful British movie, playing Words with Friends, and doing my Laundry. I am enjoying my second cup of Taso Chai tea, yum.
Alter Ego Cindy - I am so pleased you have the new work schedule to allow the Loudan series to continue and you to be Lucinda Race!!! Carry on!
Patti- you have not mentioned your daughter Susie in a while, how is she doing? Will you be going to the cabin again this weekend? I guess so since you mentioned picking corn. Have fun.
I do have to accomplish a couple business forms this morning, plus some calls. The sooner I put this credentialing to bed with the Clinical Trials company, the sooner I will be finished with them. But since they have already paid me for these companies in transit, I have to see them through. Ugghhh.
I am going to sign on to my Wyndham site now and see what is available for our retreat up in the northeast.
Did I tell you that my step-daughter was proposed to? Yes, we really like her fiance and are very happy for them.
Karla
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Friday!!!!! Pilates, packing, seeing son's new house then off to the cabin. It is going to be in the 90s and humid so I bet we spend most of our time on the boat or in the water.
Karla, your morning sound like a perfect way to start the weekend. I talk to Susie on a regular basis but we have not seen each other in a few weeks. She is unemployed and struggling to find a decent job. Her dream is to own a used book store and has been working toward that goal. Currently she is selling book on eBay.
Cindy, enjoy your alter ego day. I did my tomatoes in a different order. Wash, cut in half, cook down and then run thru the blender. I did not have a food processor last year. Don't think I will do any this year because I still have lots left from last year.
May or may not check in this weekend. I cannot get on the internet inside the cabin and as hot as it will be I won't be sitting outside much. I am going to try harder this weekend to stick with my plan.
Until we meet again,
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Good morning, ladies,
These tranquil mornings seem to be just the ticket for each of us here. It is always coolest early in the day and the freshness that accompanies the sunrise welcomes me today as well.
Cindy, it is absolutely wonderful that you continue to leap into the depths of your alter ego from the heights of your home office! Your commitment to joyful creativity is showing. The excitement is contagious! I am so proud of you for taking these courageous steps right now.
In terms of remaining accountable, the scale hop is one dance we dare not avoid for too long. I have weighed in every morning since I joined OMG. Prior to that I had been participating on MFP, getting in my 90 minutes of daily activity and achieved my goal. At that point, I unwisely took my eyes off the scale, ceased tracking consistently and abandoned portion measurement. For a creative person like me, the highs and lows can sometimes be emphasized unnecessarily so when there are small changes over a long period, that the brain re-wiring can take place. Our minds become the most powerful ally we have, with our thoughts becoming our actions. Visualizing a pleasant result - a podium of sorts - motivates me through the ups and downs. I actually SEE myself in a better light, in a healthy, active and lean form and honestly, I love it.
Karla, so pleased you are moving forward and beyond the burdens placed on you by the client. It must feel so good. When negativity and stress are associated can be linked to an individual, it is best to step away, as you are doing right now. How wonderful the news of engagement! It is our prayer that our son Shea will meet a woman with whom he can share love with again. Looking forward to hearing how you and Glenn are faring health-wise as you continue towards the retirement mark in your lives. Thank you for leading our group through Project Me!
Patti, I can almost see you smiling as you prepare to get back to the cabin on the water. Enjoy the cooling and frolicking ... dance like nobody is watching girl! Wouldn't it be great to all get together there and enjoy it with you? It seems that we all have a special place of retreat and that is yours. You have had an active week in the city, with all the food preparation and fun workouts at the gym. Breathe it all in as you energize those batteries once again, my friend. As you allow yourself to soak in the beauty around you, it transforms to the core and your inner beauty is strengthen, encouraged and nurtured. That same beauty is inside of you.
Janet, I hope you are finding that quiet space to enjoy as the day unfolds before you. May your moments be full of music that uplifts and fills you with great joy. So proud of your commitment and accomplishments. So grateful to have met you here and count you as friend.
Your grace and encouragement continue to bring hope and smiles to everyone you encounter. As you find ways to celebrate positive relationships, I think you will find many fellow travelers.
Myra, there is nothing finer than raising your children in a loving and attentive environment. While they are young, the memories being created will stay with them throughout their lives. Sometimes that may seem like such an incredible responsibility, which I suppose it truly is. As carefully as you nurture those young lives and watch them grow and flourish, perhaps you will allow yourself that same level of understanding, patience, love and kindness. I am in your corner. You GO girl!
Suzi, trusting that wherever you are the journey is adventurous and beautiful as you share experiences together. Travel safely and capture those images that speak to you as you go. When you find a moment, it is always fun to hear about the highlights of your trip and how you continue to move forward towards your unique goals.
Warm hugs,
MaryLynn
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Quick post. Will read all of yours tomorrow, as swelling and reading don't mix well.
Got home about 6:30. All went well. Lots of swelling and soreness but nothing as horrid as I look! FYI, not a single man in the OR - entirely female crew, which I saluted as nurse anesthetist was putting me under.
Have had only two protein shakes & a yogurt today but oh well. Will eat what I want/need tomorrow & Sunday.
Thanks for all the well-wishes. Much love to all and I will read & respond to today's posts when I am up to it.0 -
Janet- My thoughts were with you all day yesterday, I'm glad you made it through the procedure safely, and home safely too. No worries with your eating. Do promise me you will lay around and rest this weekend. I watched two nice British movies the last two mornings. The one this morning was with Maggie Smith, always a favorite of mine. It was on NetFlix, onI had never seen, nor heard of. It was her moving into a retirement home, had once been a singer in a Quartet, very famous. Very moving, interesting and loving. But I adored the one yesterday. I believe the name of it was Emily, or making of a Lady, I will look it up. Precious. Both spoke of the Blue Bell flowers I also loved when living in England. The one yesterday was on Amazon.
Mary Lynn - Are you sure you don't want to become a budding author? You really have the knack for the wording!! You could do it as novellas on Amazon!! We would all be your fans!!
TT: How are the weekends going for you on PM? What is your day of reporting to your jars/box/container?
My day is Monday since we started this on Monday the 18th. Glenn and I ate out last evening and I chose the grilled chicken with broccoli, and only a bite or two of the coleslaw. I did finally have my deep muscle massage. I had Karis concentrate on my shoulders and my right hip. She really loosened me up. I signed up for the yearly membership. I receive a monthly massage. I also made an appointment for next Thursday for a 90 minute massage at her request to really work out my body kinks. She is a very talented masseuse. Afterwards, right next door is a fancy nail salon and Karis recommended it. I had my Alabama Football pedicure!!
My heart bleeds for my dear husband. He is so concerned about his medical and how it may affect his retirement next year. Whether he can get this resolved. I am baking him an apple cake in a bundt pan. You know how us Southern ladies are, feed the pain. LOL. I assured him we would be fine and I will continue to bring income in with my part time work and he has his pension and 401K money, but he worries. We see the second opinion surgeon on the 26th of next month and hope we get some better news. Please continue to pray for us, and especially Glenn.
I'll check back later on,,
Karla
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Hi, all. Am all read up but will keep this short. Cindy, thrilled for your every other Friday to be Lucinda. Patti, hope you can stay cool at the river. Karla, I feel for Glenn and pray he can get a forever fix soon. MaryLynn, you are so eloquent! I just want to give you a hug. Bert, hope the storm didn't mess up your vacation. Suzi, your energy always makes me happy. Myra, hope you're having a smile-full weekend.
TT: Because I'm counting on-plan days (aka days when I stay under 1,200 calories), if I've done OK at the end of a day, I put a button into my little box. Good chance I will earn button #13 today.
I look like a losing prizefighter. Pain is constant but not so severe that i need to stay in bed (need to sleep sitting up for a week or so). But once the swelling & bruising go away, I think I'm going to be pleased and not look so tired. Haven't eaten a lot yet today but am ignoring my self-imposed clock restrictions.
Speaking of tired, I am. Haven't done anything more strenuous than emptying dishwasher, and going to be a lady of leisure for a few more days. My cat sitter/friend will come daily through Tuesday = was really good to see her today.
OK, time for my antibiotic and pain pill, then maybe a siesta. Just finished "Call Me Madam' and hve DVR'd several more old musicals.
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Holy cow! Tired doesn't even begin to describe how I feel right now. I've had a heck of a horrible week of sleeping for some reason and boy oh boy do I ever need a good sleep tonight. Well, we're all packed up and ready to roll in the morning. I have over 10,000 steps today and not a one of them was from any kind of formal exercise. All just back and forth between the house and Tulip (that what we call the RV).
My apologies for not being more chatty, but I have read all your lovely posts and will try to respond during the drive sometime. I'll post when I can, but a lot of where we'll be doesn't have much cell coverage. Keep an eye on FB because here will be pix of course!
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Suzi, hope you sleep better on the road. I continue to take it easy and haven't been too hungry so there are 13 buttons in my box. Am going to veg -- a bit of laundry is my "work" for the day. Going to have a protein shake (the EAS AdvantEdge low-carb ones have only 100 calories and taste pretty decent to me. Will stop by later. Hugs.0
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Good morning and welcome to the Sunday before our Monday, two weeks of being on Project ME!!! Also, the week coming up before our first holiday, Labor Day, if that makes any difference for anyone.
Suzi - I saw your and Dave's picture on Facebook where you hit your first State of Kansas. So fun, you and Tulip and he. We have thought about purchasing a Tulip ourselves, have even went and viewed a few. But with our large Wyndham membership, I am just more of a resort type of gal. We do have the midwest, California and Canada on our list of areas to explore once we are retired and have more freedom.
Janet - I do hope that today finds you less swollen and less bruised, plus more rested. Glenn and I have enjoyed each other this weekend. We have been doing some binge watching on both Amazon and Netflix. On episode 5 of the Stranger Things.
My girlfriend, Linda, in Orlando and I spoke yesterday and were catching up about our living parent when she mentioned an enhanced life estate deed she has on her mother. She led me through her mother's online and I am going to type one up for my father and I and get it recorded. It allows my name to get put back on my dad's deed without him losing his homestead exemption and prevents his home from going into probate court when he passes. Linda and I have been friends since 1973. She will be coming out to the condo and visiting me when I am there next month.
TT: As we go into our third week of PM, what enhancement or updates, if any, are you planning on your daily or weekly routine?
TT anwer: Again, and I know this is a whine, I need to add in some exercise. I have really done well with adding in my water this past week thought. For that I am proud. Now to conquer the exercise addition. I am shooting for at least two times this week, and three times next week!!
This afternoon we have a family birthday to go to. We are taking Izzy if we can get her from her girlfriend Bently's house!! It is not until 3pm. It is Glenn's youngest brother's grandson that is turning ONE. So cute, and is here in Mobile.
I looked on Wyndam for locations in NE, none in Maine, one in Massachusets, but there are six of them in Rhode Island. Also New Hampshire has one in Francestown called Crotched Moutain Resort near Monadock Park. There is also one in the Wisconsin Dells I have always waned to go to. I also have the option of moving my points over to RCI, which opens 1000's more resorts open. Or we can just do the VRBO like Cindy suggested.
As far as our family reunion goes, I checked on that and family responded they haven't set the date yet, but are trying for Memorial day weekend the end of May 2017. That is near Lincoln, Nebraska.
I better post this as I am getting some weird popups and do not want to lose e
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Quick stop to ask for your prayers. Family crisis that I can't go into. Suffice to say I am on the edge here and need some extra OMG love and support. This will be affecting my life and state of mind for the foreseeable future. Me, Edd and mom are fine. It is just too much for me to go into here. I AM NOT eating my stress, anxiety or pain. Just trying to cope the best I can.
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So sorry Patti. Prayers sent.
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Patti, we're with you. Prayers of course.0
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Yikes, Patti. Prayers from NC too. also prayers for Glenn and Janet, and hoping for sleep for Suzi.
thank you to MaryLynn for her kind words and support for child-rearing!
i think for week 3 my motto is: try, try again. 0 -
the bad news: I had to put my pebbles back into the other jar.
the good news: I didn't have to search out MORE pebbles!
Happy start of our 3rd week! (and hang in there, Patti)
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Good Morning Ladies-
Patti- love and prayers, we're here when you need us. Just call.
Janet- please take care of yourself as you heal from the final surgery- so glad this is now behind you.
Karla- Prayers for Glenn, you will help him through this apple cake and all.
Myra- you made me laugh as usual
Suzi- have fun with the glamping
MaryLynn- you do have a way with words- I can see you use your canvas as a your mode of expression- Lovely
Friday was a success- I got a lot of pages edited, but did find myself wandering around a bit just relishing in the moments of being alone in my home. I won't have another LR day for 4 weeks due to vacation. We're off to the Cape next weekend- South Yarmouth to be exact.
Looking forward to some much needed beach and ocean.
I had a good weekend and pennies moved from one jar to the other as I weighed in and walked- I'm very sore today but in a good way.
My scale hop shows me up 2 pounds from Friday but I know it water in the muscles as they are recovering from their unexpected work out.
Another two pots of tomatoes stored for winter. I might put up some salsa- Maybe one batch. I do love the stuff. I've never made it but had homemade.
Need to run but needed to start my day with all of you.
See you later
Cindy
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Good morning ladies and welcome to week three of Project Me. PM.
Patti- On pins and needles praying for you family and wondering whom is affecting. You know what a worry-wart I am. Glad to know it wasn't you, Edd or your Mom. Check in when you can. I know you were shocked I even called you when my Mom passed.
Cindy - You sound so YOU. The Friday off really did you well. I also had the most relaxing weekend myself. Glenn and I just relaxed within each others arms all morning Sunday and then enjoyed a family birthday party yesterday afternoon.
Janet - I hope you have some restorative rest going on. Please text me today and assure me how you feel.
I am off to the oral surgeon for he last of my root canal.
I will be back before I leave with the status of my weigh-in..nervous..
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Janet is in recovery, Suzi is sleep-deprived, Patti has a family crisis, and Karla is finishing her root canal. suddenly, I feel pretty darned good! perspective is a wonderful thing.
"old lady core class" is just as it sounds..... but they call it "core and more"
after many frustrating years, my physical therapist talked me into stopping virtually every sport..... in an effort to get myself moving more properly. I have "cheated" for so long..... and so repetitively.... "we" are having a hard time breaking down the barriers.
She teaches a class, at the rehab clinic, on Mondays.... and is there with watchful eyes (and hands, if necessary) to catch the cheating! She has a colleague teaching a similar class on Fridays.... so, for the next few more months, that is all the "real" exercise i'm doing. i can walk and slowly ride a bike, but compared to what i was used to... that doesn't feel like "exercise" to me. (i know, i know... perspective) they basically focus on moving PROPERLY, which can be very hard to re-learn how to do. with some movements, i know i'm doing it "right" when i can barely move! those muscles have forgotten what their jobs are, i've been doing it wrong for so long. so.... that's old lady core class, and today's is at 12:15pm
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Good morning ladies,
Just a quick note to add my prayers for you Patti. May you find your deep well of strength as you face this crisis. I am here for you, too.
Love,
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Good Afternoon, Ladies. I've been MIA for the past week as Mike and I took a vacation with his college friends to Destin, FL. We had a wonderful time. Now, it's back to reality.
My brother is going to be released this Saturday. Thank you all for your prayer and concerns. He is able to walk with a walker and has a goal to walk on his own at some point. I will be going down in a few weeks to visit and help him get things done.
Jillian started Kindergarten, Dylan started 2nd Grade, and Penny and Cole have returned to their preschools.
Dan, my younger son, completed his first Triathlon in Chicago yesterday. I'm so proud of him.
Have a great day, everyone.
Bert
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We are home for a few minutes and then we are off to our son's new house to help with a tree he is cutting down. I am still reeling and trying to cope with what is going on. I would explain but it is such a complicated mess and I just don't have my head in the right place to put it in print. I appreciate all your prayers and blessings. Know that they matter, truly, deeply matter to me. I spent time yesterday with my girlfriend who lives up the road from my cabin. It really helped calm me down and focus. I have felt like a whirling dervish since Friday. My mind won't stop and I am not sleeping much but I am hoping an evening of hard labor will wear me out. My scale hop this morning was the best thing I have had happen all weekend, lol. Praying it sticks for tomorrow.....let's just say it is a significant loss for me.
I have read your posts but really not able to respond right now. I know you all understand. I keep you all in my heart, thoughts and prayers. Take you with me wherever I go and feel your loving support always.
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Patti, Glad you checked in -- thinking of you.
Bert, that beach photo of you and Mike is just gorgeous. And the kids are adorable.
Karla, hope dentist wasn't awful.
Myra, concentrating on form may be annoying, but it sounds really smart.
Cindy, I'm sure you're right about the fluid. Your Project Me is off to a good start and having your own time at home has to be a gift.
MaryLynn, are you seeing signs of fall up there yet?
Feeling decent today. I still look horrible but that's all part of it and I am glad to have this last tweak behind me. This one wasn't planned until I couldn't hide behind glasses.
I am very hungry today and may not earn my 15th button, but I won't be succumbing to junk food.
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Good evening. Ouch, to the dental chair this morning. My mouth is still tender as I just went and took some Tylenol.
Bert - oh my, some lovely pictures you shared.. Sorry I could not come over to meet you last week. Now next week would have been perfect as I'm going straight through there to see my father. Mike and you look so happy.
Patti- I surmise it must be some out of town relative of yours since you've known since Friday and Monday you are over your son's house cutting down a tree and not attending a service or planning one, or traveling. Obviously, it's not your son either. Surely you will take the time to tell us soon?? Your sister in Tennessee?
Myra- You are too funny feeling good about yourself with each our circumstances, but hey, it's true!! Lol. I know what you mean about taking it easy in the exercise arena when you have some sort of medical challenge going on. Your physical therapist is taking preventative measures for you I'm certain.
If you have Netflix and like SciFi type shows, you will like Stranger Things. Reminds me of a cross between a Stephen King movie and the Goonies movies. Lol.
I'm tired so I'm going to lay down and get ready to watch Major Crimes and probably fall asleep during it. Lol
Karla
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Good Morning, Ladies. I woke up around 5:20 am and couldn't go back to sleep. I have a visit this morning for one of my student teachers. I'm suspecting that is what started my mind to get going after I fed Molly.
Janet: The beach picture was taken the first night we arrived. Mike and I had such a great time and are hoping to vacation next year.
Patti: My prayers are with you.
Have a great day, everyone!
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Good Morning Girls-
Two days of scale hops and the muscles in my legs are still tired but in a good way. Heard from my friend at camp and she's ready to walk fri-mon so I definitely should see some 10k days which will keep me focused on me.
I woke up slightly empty today too- so I love PM
Patti- hugs and love. We're here.
Janet- so glad you're feeling better. Rest and do what you need to do to take care of yourself.
Bert- the pics were great. Are you mentors up and coming teachers again this year?
MaryLynn- what type of winter do you get?
Karla- how is your mouth today. Can you email me some locations for the resort- I can look them up and provide feedback.
We have a few trees starting to show a bit of color- and as much I love summer I think I'm ready for some nice fall days too.
I just realized with my weight gain my bathing suit doesn't fit so I need to see if I can order one and have it come by Friday for the beach. I started to beat myself up and then remembered all that will do is drive me to a bad food choice so I am forgiving myself and moving on.
I'll be back later-
Smiles all around
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Good morning ladies. Nice to see two ladies checking in before me. Lol.
Bert- Did you get over to the Brighton store? Destin beach is one of the most beautiful beaches, next to Panama City beach. Which is only 45 minutes to the East.
Cindy- Since we are not planning it around Patti's original idea and location, I think we are wide open on a place. I think mid June would be good, after your previous engagement. I know I am coming the farthest, so someplace North of Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky and South of Massachusetts would be central for most. What do you think?
I have a day at home today and very few business things to take carrying, so, I think I will see today!
Karla
PS ( My housekeepers are coming and my house already looks clean, what is up with that??? Lol)
PS( my weigh in yesterday was up .9
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Up and ready to go to mom's as soon as I have my coffee. Worked like I was being paint last night, LOL! My son had cut down a huge tree, think nearly a sequoia, and we had to move all the branches and stack all the wood, basically pure manual labor at it's most physical. It was in the high 80's and we worked for a little over 3 hours. My clothes were so soaked with sweat that I had to wring them out. We had not eaten since 11 am so when Mike brought us Penn Station chicken teriyaki subs and fries we dove it. So between the sodium and my pumped up muscles my loss was cut in half. But I did lose 1.4 this week and I am very pleased with that. I have made some real changes while at the cabin and even with all my recent turmoil I didn't lose my desire to focus on PM.
Karla, north of Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky is Canada, so maybe we should look somewhere in the Smokies, Blue Ridge, or Shenandoah Mountains. Sorry about the small gain but you know this is how thing s go sometimes and it will be gone plus more next week. Thank you for your concern and care. I don't know that I will go into what has been going on except to say that it has to do with sister here in town. Let's just leave it there.
Janet, glad you are resting and enjoying this down time. Especially with this horrid weather. I love summer but am always ready for fall. It is a toss up for me which I like the best. But I am. Ready for football, campfires, hoodies and falling leaves.
Bert, loved your pics. So glad you had a great vacation. You certainly deserved it. The kids are so cute.
Cindy, you are certainly getting your mojo back. I know you will enjoy your walks at camp. So proud of you for just ordering a suit and looking forward to the beach.
Suzi, so excited for all that you are going to see on your trip and looking forward to your fab pics. You do have the eye of an artist.
Myra, just doing it the right way is exercise, but it is the best way. Keep your smile as you get your body back to moving correctly.
Mary Lynn, I know you are enjoying your island. I was wondering about your winters also. Do tell.
Off I go. TRX tonight, but man am I sore.
Patti
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