OMG ~ Discussions Starting 1-11-16 and Beyond
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Hi gang! Good news at the scale this morning - down 1.0. I've had a very strong week. Stayed on target and within points, in fact, didn't even use all my WPA, on a week that included a work overnight trip, night out with a friend whose husband of 34 years walked out on her (think LOTS of drinking), and another girls night with wine and pizza. All due to the magic of planning and tracking. I can't believe I fooled around for so long trying to find some way, somehow to do it without tracking. I feel so empowered!
We're leaving tomorrow morning to go camping at Beavers Bend state park in far SE OK with some of my favorite relatives. This will be a first for us - to actually have camping buddies with us. Our usual travel buddies don't camp, so I'm really looking forward to this! They're also really active, so we should get in plenty of hiking and biking.
Cute pic of the grands Karla!
I need to go back and read what y'all have been up to!
Laters,
Suzi0 -
We're on our way and I've been reading through posts to get caught up.
Janet - you need a second opinion. You do NOT have to put up with a doctor who belittles you and makes you feel bad about yourself.0 -
Jakob sure looks like Glenn!
Way busy here and hoping for some actual QUIET this week. A friend's cancer has come back after a year of fine test results. Sheesh. And another friend's boyfriend just dumped her - my Sunday afternoon hasn't exactly been sunshine & rainbows.
Endocrinologist to start my Monday, then maybe a small amount of retail therapy - can't get at my Hlsloween for decoration so will find something cute & cheap.
Cooked two butternuts so far and have a spaghetti squash roasting now. Still haven't been able to get to the paper -- I get Sunday's print version for coupons & circulars, and to support local journalism. My Patriots are on and it's trash day. Can you all bear the excitement of being me???
Hugs to all - staying on plan today, I hope, to make it 24 days in a row. After doc tomorrow I may allow myself a small splurge, like an Egg White Delight or something.0 -
Good evening ladies,
Had an awesome weekend and I'm glad it's over. We had a great Halloween party last night, didn't get home until 1:30 am and feeling blah all day today. No more gatherings until Thanksgiving so that gives me a month to see what I can accomplish.
I've planned my meals for tomorrow so that I'm one step ahead of the game. Taking my sister to the grocery store tomorrow because her car is broke down and she hates driving more than me. Oh, good news, my van is fixed yay!!!# Sorry I'm just too tired to do personals but I will tomorrow.0 -
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HI all, just got home and am waiting for Edd to get back with the carry out of his choice. I am already missing my nephew. So sad that he has lived his whole life believing this side of the family didn't want anything to do with him or his family. Trying really hard not to hate my brother for the lies he has told for over 40 years. On a positive note, my nephew now knows how much he was and is loved. He learned a lot of Lee family history and I learned just as much about him. He will be heading to Houston in about a week and will be staying there until his GF finishes her residency in Feb. I think he left feeling more "whole" and he will be connecting with Mom on a regular basis, which will mean the world to her.
Janet, after your appointment tomorrow you will deserve from retail therapy. Hope you find just the thing to lift your spirits. So hard to watch our friends struggle and be in pain, physical and mental.
Paula, so glad you had a fun time and now that the van is fixed maybe we can figure out where we can meet you for lunch that is close to you.
Suzi, congrats on another loss. You rock. Enjoy your camping trip and friends.
Dinner is here.
Patti0 -
Hi Ladies-
Welcome to the last week of October 2016- where is the year zipping away too?
My LR day was great- I got 15 pages written and my blog post- I took pics for the blog out my back porch in heavy rain Saturday.
I got much needed hair highlights on Saturday and spent 4 hours of me time - also throwing in the grocery store- it didn't go over well but tough toe nails. I'm losing patience with the absurdity that happens sometimes.
I made a great pot of butternut soup- make up the recipe so if anyone is interested just let me know. Happy to share- Gave some to Em and she loved it too.
Karla- those grands are too darn cute and I chuckled seeing Izzy barefoot- girl after my own heart.
Suzi- you're rocking WW- you go girl and have a great time camping.
Patti- sometimes people are mean cuz they are a hot mess inside and spread it to other because they can- but I'm glad your nephew has seen the "truth" - I feel sorry for your brother he has missed so many wonderful moments of life.
Paula- I'm glad to see you with us now- missed you and thought of you often. I saw an old friend Saturday who is also dealing with MS- she's a heck of a fighter and refuses to slow down. You seem just like her.
Janet- second opinion is a must- doctors don't know all they think they do- some have the all knowing God complex- You keep speaking up for you! and don't let anyone say things that poke at your armour- just remember you've done extraordinary work to get where you are today and you're much healthier than when we first "met"- you're my hero!!!!!
Bert- We're still in the rain zone and cold- I hope you enjoyed your sunny day.
MaryLynn- I learned all about Vancouver Island from a co-worker last week It sounds like you live on a slice a paradise.
OK- need to get my work butt in gear. I'm off again this Friday and I screwed up and have a lot of vacation time left over and I don't get to roll it into 2017 so that means M-Th are very busy days.
channeling Patti-
Peace Out-
Cindy0 -
Good Morning, Ladies. It's another gorgeous day today! I'm heading outside in a little while to work in my flower beds. Breakfast is eaten and tracked. This week is a busy one for me. I'm getting supplies/groceries for our church's Turkey Dinner for Nov. 5. This is the last year I will be chairing it. I hope some one steps up to chair as it does make money for our church. I just feel that I'm involved enough, and simply don't want to take on another thing. I only chaired it last year and this year to help make money, as our church desperately needs it. I also love the fellowship of people who work it.
Have a great day, everyone.
Bert0 -
Good morning pals!! My mind is just not there!! I completely forgot the wedding shower yesterday I had planned to attend. Geez, just too much going on. At the dentist now waiting for crown adjustment.
Patti- WTH? Why would someone do that to their child? This is your brother in Birmingham? So many secrets. We all have them in our family, I just found out last week that my father had told my older brother not to come around after he and him had words at my mother's funeral. No one ever told me!
Janet- be strong today my friend.
Cindy- I wonder if someone is not undermining you and egging Rick on in his thinking? Is he fiercely jealous of your independent too? My ex always was.
I better run,
Karla0 -
Good morning,
Cindy, you are getting stronger and seem to be caring more about YOU every day. I haven't heard tough toenails in a long time. Thanks for the chuckle. If you have extra time off I sure hope very minute is devoted to me time, especially sinc it is you that will have to work extra hard to use it. There seems to be a new fight in you, for you!
Bert, glad you have another gorgeous day to get out and indulge in activities that I know renew your soul. So proud of you realizing that you need to step back from doing it all. I know you will still volunteer and give more than the average bear to your church, you just don't have to be in charge of it all.
Janet, anxiously awaiting the outcome of your visit and what bargain you found while shopping.
Karla, your weekend with Izzy and Jakob looks like it was filled with the kind of fun you can only have with children. Lucky you! I had fun with my DILs niece and nephew too, 16 months and 4 years old, they are adorable and very active!
It is so quiet here with my nephew gone, plus I had to make my own coffee! No agenda but I know there are things that need to be done. Nice to just kick back a bit. Having a total block about a Halloween costume. All suggestions accepted. Needs to be easy to throw together and cheap, lol.
Patti
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Cindy, yes please share the soup recipe!
Patti0 -
Good afternoon ladies,
I've jumped right back on the wagon. Planned my meals for today last night.
Took my sister to grocery store this morning, came home to prep dinner. Having crock Pot balsamic pot roast, sauteed Brussels sprouts, corn and chocolate banana souffle all are skinnytaste recipes.
Tired today, body is still recouping from Friday and Saturday, will take me a few days of rest to feel like me again. Sorry again I'll get to personals sooner or later, need to rest for a while.
Paula0 -
Happy Monday, ladies!
Just got in from a long hike in the local area; it was so foggy with heavy rain imminent, so I really "booted it" along! Being outside always recharges my batteries and I enjoy the hiking through natural landscapes. Friends are suggesting that we join them in some canoeing and that would be a blast as well, so hopefully it happens at some point! There are a number of smaller lakes on the island here and people are generally pretty active with outdoor stuff. That said, as the wetter days of winter are approaching, it is at times tempting to stay inside. The conversations about baked squash and soups made me hungry, so I added some eggs to lunch to stave off and satiate my appetite. We included some baked yams with our grilled pork loin at dinner last night, which was a great combination of flavors. While I prefer not to categorize my foods as "bad" or "good", there are times when I know I've succumbed to the "mouth hungry" moments. Yesterday it was apple pie a'la'mode. Still a work in progress here!
Hugs to you all,
MaryLynn0 -
Butternut squash soup- Cindy version
1 tablespoon real butter- no shuddering...
All veggies and apple are rough chopped
1large celery stalk
1/2 large onion
3 large carrots
1 med white potato
3 small apples- peeled
butternut squash- i buy the stuff that is cut up in the produce section.
I keep dumping veggies in as the butter melts- toss every to coat
add
1 quart chicken stock
1/2 nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon or so of cumin.
Simmer until very tender- then I let it cool, used the immersion blender and it made 7 cups.
I like my soup a little thicker.
It's so good- no added salt is needed due to celery and I didn't add garlic as I wanted the subtle flavors to come through.
If you make it enjoy!0 -
Hi, everyone!
Cindy, I've copied that down. Sounds yummy. So very glad you are making time for YOU - highlights, Lucinda time, etc. are even more important than usual right now. Hugs.
Karla, do you have the permanent crown yet? Some revelation about your dad and brother! My dad's brother and sister did not speak for decades. No one knows why. and they have both passed, so it remains a mystery.
Patti, I know you'll find plenty to do -- and I will gladly drive up anytime to meet you and Paula, then could do some Christmas shopping on my way back.
Paula, great family costumers for the party. I laughed out loud at Mateo as Willie Nelson and Luis as Waldo. You looked darling too.
Bert, your church has to treasure you. Hope someone else steps up - you've done plenty and will continue to do so, just not running the dinner.
MaryLynn, we're all works in progress - would we have it any other way?
Suzi, do you have any work trips coming up? Like you, I'm looking forward to NBA season.
Survived doc first thing. She reduced my Synthroid dose but I insisted on staying the cytomel we added last time. I have several friends who have felt more human after adding it too. It wasn't as bad a visit as in the past but still not fun. I do hope to get a second opinion after the first of the year - just too much going on the next couple of months to contemplate adding that to the mix!
As for retail therapy, there really wasn't much. Went to Bed, Bath & Beyond and got a couple more of my favorite bathmats, then went to Target, where my checkout experience was a MESS (not the cashier's fault). By the time I'd been standing at checkout for half an hour after wandering the store, I was in serious pain so came home, put things away & have been trying to rest my foot/ankle and back. And to relax. The first part of that is to check in with all of you. You were all with me at the doc this morning and for once I did not cry after and can now ignore that stress for three more months.0 -
Janet, so glad things were better at the doc! Rest and take care of yourself after that shopping trip!
Cindy, it's great to see you stick up for your well deserved dose of "me" time! You do so much for others along with all the job stress and home stress - you need an occasional break from the world. Thanks for the soup recipe, too!
MaryLynn, we went hiking this morning, too. And, believe it or not, are going canoeing/kayaking tomorrow! We're really having a good time on this trip with some relatives and their friends. Lots of gabbing around the campfire and we could not have asked for better weather! Beautiful sunny skies with warm temps during the day and cool, campfire worthy evenings.
Paula, if I haven't already told you, it's so good to have you back with us! Hope you're rested up and feeling better soon.
Patti, sorry, but no costume ideas here. I've never been particularly good at it. My favorite costume is an old orange Tshirt that says "this IS my costume".
Karla and Bert and anyone else I've missed , waving hello.
Suzi0 -
Good Tuesday morning friends. I am feeling great this morning as both Glenn and I fell asleep early in the living room last evening watching TV, before we went to bed, lol. He awoke me leaving for work at 4am as he was leaving before his usual time. I have been up since prepping the house for my cleaning ladies. Izzy left her room a mess and I am organizing it, yet again. I have a cute idea for her American Girl dolls. I have an old trunk of my mother's I am going to use for her three, yes three, American Girl dolls and all their outfits. I am going to stand the dolls up in the back and have the clothes stacked in the front. I'm going to see if Glenn can hang a bar across the front to hang clothes. It's nice that it is was a doll trunk my mother used in her doll shop too. Memories.
Suzi- Your weekend camping trip with relatives sounds divine. Glenn and I went to central Tennessee and although we didn't camp we did the kayaking and horseback riding. He states that was one of his favorite trips. Mardi Gras is only a few weeks away and I look forward to seeing you again!!
Patti- One of the cutest costumes, and cheap, that my BFF Monica created one year was out of trash bags. She used the large white garbage bags and stuffed them all over herself and in big letters put WHITE TRASH on the front. It was hilarious as her dad ended up adding at the top POOR. It was a fun year.
Janet- Yea for surviving another visit with the Endo. But, so sorry for you pain at the grocery store. I pray that the Ortho will be able to assist you with a resolution of some sort to give you a better mobility, surely with technology there will be something for you my dear friend.
Cindy- Yummy for that recipe. Thank you.
Mary Lynn - Canada is on our Bucket List for travel and your area is a must. We all keep plugging along on our journey.
Paula - I, too, am enjoying your post and your family pictures on FB. Don't you run away again, you hear? lol.
As far as my crown, no, still have the temporary. When I presented myself yesterday morning the crown did not sit correctly and they are having to send it back. They are to call me when it comes back in. Geez.
I better return to my organizational duties. My home is so festive. Izzy and Jakob decorated with all my pumpkins, skeletons and ghosts this past weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed them. Did I tell you that when Glenn picked Jakob up on Friday he told Papa that he was so glad he was coming over, that he "deserved" to come? LOL. These grandkids bring us so much joy.
Karla0 -
I'm going to see if my ex will re- line the trunk with some cute antique looking wallpaper. He used to do fantastic refinishing of old furniture and once did a huge trunk that was gorgeous. This turned out cute though and is special because it is my mother's.0 -
Good Morning, Ladies. I have much to do today. Grocery shop for the Turkey Dinner, pick up Jillian so Greg and Carrie can attend Paren/Teacher Conference, meet with committee to discuss new rules and regulations for salaries. It's too cold this morning to work in the yard (41 degrees), so I'll do that tomorrow when I can stay home more.
Janet: What is Cytomel?
Have a great day, everyone!
Bert0 -
Time to head to Mom's but wanted to stop by and say hi.
Janet, good to hear that you did not leave in tears this time. Hopefully lowering your synthroid will not make a huge difference since you are still on the cytomel. Shopping is my least favorite thing to do, even when it all got well! Hope your day is relaxing and as pain free as possible.
Karla, love the white trash idea, thanks. I miss my grands being young. We always had such fun with them. They are all in their 20s now with one to soon be 30!
Suzi, I love campfires especially when shares with others who love them too. The best stories seem to come out around a campfire.
Paula, the costumes were so cute. Sorry you always have to pay such a heavy price when you enjoy yourself.
Cindy, yeah you! Every day you seem to be taking back your power and becoming the true YOU. Thanks for the recipe, going to give it a try real soon.
Mary Lynn, I love the fog in fall. I have taken the most stunning pictures when the leaves are changing and the mist is thick with a few rays of sunshine. I see you there!
True confession time, I recently have been horrible with the snacks. I have been craving salty and crunchy and have given in. Told myself I was stocking up for my nephew's visit. Yeah, right! That stops now and I am going to return to my clean eating. I have a dr's appointment tomorrow and I know the scale is going to be ugly. So I am saying it here and now ENOUGH!!!!!!!!!
Back later
Peace out
Patti0 -
Good morning, ladies,
Morning rain showers in our part of the world, which often translates to just lying in bed and listening to the rain fall outside. Late rising means I need to get going here, so just checking in with you all. May your day be full of productive activities and balanced with personal quiet.
Hugs,
MaryLynn0 -
Hi gang! Checking in from the camping trip. So far today we've ridden bikes for 30 minutes, hiked about 2 1/2 miles and are going for a 10-mile paddle down the river this afternoon. Having a great time and the weather is perfect! Waving hello to all....
Suzi0 -
Hi All-
A busy today and tonight is another meeting for Rick and me. I think I know the direction we're headed but only time will tell for sure.
Janet- glad you knew we were with you- strength in numbers.
Karla- Izzy will be thrilled with the truck and memories when she's a mom someday
Suzi- keep burning those calories.
MaryLynn- everyone enjoys a lazy start some days- did you see my blog post this week. My backyard was enjoying the water last weekend.
Patti- I always smile when i think of you trudging through the stores to shop I know how much you enjoy it.
Bert- I used to help cook meals at the church- but just zero time anymore. So glad you are doing this it means so much to others.
Need to run but feeling good with my food plan- I'll get back to exercising too.
Off and running-
Cindy0 -
Tired, quick hello. Did the retail therapy today and bought a pretty bracelet that was made right across the river in New Albany, IN. Also hit the needlepoint store (didn't need to - I have plenty of projects waiting - but wanted to). Found a new-to-e farmers' market and got some great stuff, including something I've never seen before -- "green" red onions. They look just like standard ones but the root ends are red.
Been really hungry today and still have calories left for something, perhaps an apple. Having dinner out tomorrow, so will eat extra lightly during the day. Now have 25 days on plan and hope I have lost at least 5.
Watching world series but may not make it to the end of the game. Am recording "This Is Us," which I just love - my weekly cry show.0 -
Janet- Good for you for treating yourself and for the 25 days on plan! You rock. I have acid reflux really bad tonight as I forgot my meds this morning and maybe two mornings. I love the This Is Us show also. About time we had a show of this caliber ..
Tomorrow is a me day and I am sooooo looking forward to it. My home is spotless from my cleaning ladies today and that always makes me feel good. I have sewing projects for tomorrow. Doll blankets and pillows and two throws. Fun times.
Patti- We can turn this bus around. You have confessed and tomorrow you get the number. Let's both get back to our omelets, water and tracking!! We know it works.
Karla0 -
Final check in for the day. Mom and I made a carrot cake, had subway for lunch and got her shopping and chores done. Her eyesight is getting better. She can now see facial features, including her own and she ain't too happy about that, lol. I have my Dr appointment tomorrow, followed by my painting job. Mom's appointment is friday, just her semi annual blood pressure check like me. We will be going to the cabin after her appointment. I think I will be low key on the costume. Wearing my Minnie Mouse sweatshirt and headband. Just not into it this year for some reason. I will save the "poor white trash" idea for another time. We will be outside a lot for this party, so just want to be warm, comfortable and able to move around easily. I may need to paint on Thursday between my exercise classes too.
Janet, wonder if the onion tastes any different. Glad you found some bling. 25 days is the bomb. You are my idol, but I have told you that before. Now I just need to follow your example. I did well today, so that is a start.
Karla, enjoy your me day and getting your sewing machine humming. And yes, we can and will do this. Just gotta get our groove back.
I am getting very sleepy......
Patti0 -
Wishing you all a great day. Just had to stop by and share something that made me chuckle more than once this week. Michael Buble' is on Kelly this week and she told him that he needs to name his first daughter Creme. Hope that made you all smile.
Patti0 -
Good Morning, Ladies. I'm having lunch today at a new Vegetarian restaurant with my best friend. I love spending time with her.
Patti: I'm with you. I have had horrible snacking cravings.....I'm going to return to my 21 Day Fix with the color coded containers. It helps me visualize what I am to eat and the portions I am to eat. I'm not happy with my scale numbers. I'm so happy your mom is getting better.
Janet: I flipped back and forth between the World Series and This Is Us. Last night was a horrible night for my Cubbies. I'm so hoping they will win tonight.
Have a great day, everyone!
Bert0 -
Hi ladies,
Been in bed past two days, not feeling the best. Last night was a horrible night of pain. It's under control now but was not fun last night for sure. Poor Luís was rubbing my legs retumba to get them to stop I finally managed to sleep so that's a positive.
Got my flu shot so not sure if that is what caused all off this. Guessing it's part of it because it activates your immune system blah blah blah.
On a positive note I haven't allowed it to deter me from staying on plan. May not make the dinner I had planned for today because it's a bit time consuming but I'm determined to stay on plan. Going to weigh in this Saturday, I've missed the past two for one reason or other. Gotta face the scale.
Well I'm going to rest, it amazes me how pain one day can drain you the next day.
Paula0 -
Paula, please do rest. MS can really take a toll and I am so thankful that you got disability and don't have to push yourself to work, even with people you like.
Patti, I laughed at "Creme Buble." Just downloaded his new album and hope to listen today. Your mom's vision improvements are thrilling - when's her next appointment?
Karla, sewing time may be just what you need.
Bert, enjoy your lunch! I'm ravenous today and hope to curtail myself at dinner tonight. But ...
Suzi, Cindy, MaryLynn - hi!
Watched last night's "This Is Us" and was sobbing at the end. This is an ugly-cry show, but only because it is so beautifully written, acted & shot. So many perfect moments in each hour. I'm way hooked. My houseclener also got me into the Dick Wolf "Chicago" shows - fun brain candy.
Was ravenous this morning so had yogurt, blackberries and a tablespoon of steel cut oats stirred in. And I'm still hungry.
Onward!0
