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Hey there everybody~~
It's snowing sideways here in the Big Apple. I got bundled up for appointments today and actually enjoyed walking around out there. Anything to counteract the bits of over-eating that have been going on here....
Kathryn - Maybe Tuesday the scale was off a bit too high?
Tess - nice the way things worked out for you this morning~~
Sara - So the supervisor is back eh? Yep, keep your head down. Stay safely out of the way of those boomerangs.
Dawn - Jeez I hope that some other living arrangement pops up for you. That situation sounds really tough. Plus it sounds as if you might have had some unfortunate little ones come into the vet's this week. Jeez. Big hugs for you.
Waving to Annie and Kristina Marie and Saltine and Samuels and Missy and anybody new who might pop by later on.
Lana
*snapping fingers for foot massage and zero-calorie umbrella drink*2 -
Good evening,
Leftover lunch is dinner - raked some of the last leaves - have extra green points today - what to do??/
One of the ladies at work who I gave a pink scarf to and told about State funding for victims and their families "gifted" me the remainder of her "good worker" tokens - 6. I am not allowed to tell anyone in the office, but I thanked her as I dont get tokens too often. She leaves tomorrow - the third lady (she liked the pink scarf I gifted - we all know each other) at work was interested in the other pink skein of yarn for a scarf for herself. So they can wear them and be "twins" even though we wont work in the same building anymore - I have a feeling they meet offsite so they can be "scarf twins".
Got the pcp I wanted with the correct medical group, what a relief - female and one I can drive too without super stress time - some streets are just too stressful to use anymore......
Kathryn - time for new batteries on the scale?? Hey at least the ## went down........
Buying some Pampered Chef items - make your own salad with jar and lid that holds salad dressing, stackable cookie sheets for when I make 2 sheets of vegetables and a round cutter so I can fill dough with vegetables and bake them. (Shh I could also put butter/cinnamon/sugar in them as well). Not quite living the life of a saint.
Lana - thank you for remembering people's names, Details of life - yes ..... names no. I have 98 friend requests on this site and not one I have answered..... Keep up the good walking.
Wishing all a good night.1 -
FRIDAY
Good morning, TGIF!!
Ran into former coworker - he got moved and hadnt seen him in a long time (we get to an age where we wonder if people retired or expired).
Round cutter from Pampered Chef is for bread (those things Smuckers makes) - but I am going to try and see if I cant use raw dough and bake things.
Leaves are not quite done falling - they were done November last year, so I may be getting my yearly allergy induced asthma late - right now it is just a cough, I have the medicine waiting.
Enjoy your Friday. Lurking from work. Wave to all who follow.1 -
TGIF!!
Sara - I can't remember people's names: I have a Post It note taped to my laptop to remember people and their user names.
My Do List is long. Only today and the weekend to get it all done before I go down to NC.
*tossing bag, towel, hat, and sunscreen onto favorite lounge chair*
Happy Hour at Five Ladies! Be here~~
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PS - Sara - what can be done with the Good Worker Tokens?0 -
Lana - the big prize if you get 20 is a day off without using PTO - there are also gift cards - a popular one that needs more than the gift cards but less than the day off is to take time off mid day (using your PTO) but not getting a "demerit" for it being unscheduled -those with children / illness/ appointments that happen asap use this one.
Slowly but steadily that to do list will be done- and you will!!1 -
Tilliesmommy1 wrote: »Dawn - I am so glad you are working with animals. I got what I call "love licks" from my dog recently, which is rare enough, so I know to appreciate it. I know my time with her is short - so she gets extra hugs and treats.
Sara- I would not want to be anywhere else... it's just so hard sometimes, when things happen and you know there is nothing you can do...I just make sure, I give them all the love I can, while I am able...Miss T is very lucky to have you and you her...0 -
Happy Thursday.
Just couldn’t get out of bed at my normal 6:00 am, so decided to stay in bed for another hour and take a later bus. When I finally got up, found out the office is opening 2 hours late due to last night’s snow/freezing conditions. So I’m still in the office “early” despite my lazy start. #winning
Have a good day all - be safe if you are experiencing bad weather.
Tess
That's my kinda day! Be safe and stay warm! We're really cold, but no bad weather... supposed to get up to a whopping 40° today, but rain and sleet for Sunday... ugh... hoping weatherman is right, calling for 50's - 60's end of next week...we shall see0 -
LanaCabana537 wrote: »Hey there everybody~~
It's snowing sideways here in the Big Apple. I got bundled up for appointments today and actually enjoyed walking around out there. Anything to counteract the bits of over-eating that have been going on here....
Kathryn - Maybe Tuesday the scale was off a bit too high?
Tess - nice the way things worked out for you this morning~~
Sara - So the supervisor is back eh? Yep, keep your head down. Stay safely out of the way of those boomerangs.
Dawn - Jeez I hope that some other living arrangement pops up for you. That situation sounds really tough. Plus it sounds as if you might have had some unfortunate little ones come into the vet's this week. Jeez. Big hugs for you.
Waving to Annie and Kristina Marie and Saltine and Samuels and Missy and anybody new who might pop by later on.
Lana
*snapping fingers for foot massage and zero-calorie umbrella drink*
I'm not sure at all about living arrangements, right now...I'm relying on a man... that means, hurry up and wait... maybe, I just need to start throwing stuff in boxes, so he realizes I'm serious about not staying where I am...the animal thing, was both at clinic and shelter where I used to work... things have happened there, that just appal me... another reason I am thankful I'm no longer there..
Be safe out there in the snow! I keep seeing it all on the news and glad I am not on that side of the country... stay warm!0 -
Sara - what vegetables do you put in dough to bake? the crimp and seal should work for dough. i cant recall if i have ever used it on raw dough though. i would recommend to make sure you either dip in flour or spritz with nonstick spray each time you use it. also maybe wet the edges that will be sealed to help them adhere to each other. i am a pampered chef nut! plus my DH used to sell it so I have LOTS of stuff!
That token system sounds interesting.
Dawn - hope you get a good living arrangement settled on soon. will moving make it tough to try to handle a scentsy party? what all do I need to do for an online party? i was thinking the latter part of January but will try to do it when convenient for you. dont want to saddle you with something mid-move.
Lana - hope it warms up in NC by the time you head down there! a friend there sent me pictures of her in the snow & a birdbath that was frozen solid!
My DD got another bunch of her stuff that was stolen back from the police. The thief will not be prosecuted because she is "cooperating with authorities" and returning what items she still has to the owners. There are several things that are gone for good but DD got most of the sentimental items back. That is what mattered the most.
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Good evening,
Got rain we really need and many people had to run to their cars - no umbrella..... I have one at home and one in my desk.
Got some sweeping leaves points, so I am in green if I can keep out of kitchen other than herb tea.....
Kathryn in the past I have put carrots/potatoes and onions, cheese and little broccoli in croissant/crescent dough. I would gladly try pie crust to see if it works. If the cutter does not work, I know people with kids......
Lana - how is your to do list?
Wave to all who follow. Good night.1 -
SATURDAY
Stomach all messed up - didnt sleep well. Have chamomile tea waiting.
Hoping for a little more sleep. BBL.2 -
helllllooooo everyone!!
well, I have strayed from serial starting. I have been kicking butt all week and sticking with my goals. FINALLY!!
work started back this week, back up at 5 am doing two circuits of 7 app, work 8-2 then walking or I did a kettle bell workout that I found on youtube the other night (wowsers!)
I went to the doctor yesterday, I will be getting my thyroid tested, a sleep study (sleep apnea contributes to weight gain!) and a mammogram (at 38) because something was found. we think it is just a lymph node so nothing too scary. just taking precaution.
I need to tell you all that I so much appreciate having all of you. you all helped me cope with some of my issues and vent when I needed. you all were an amazing support system!!
I think its time we break up lol actually im just saying I won't be around much. every now and then I will stop by to see how every one is. im like the long distance crazy cousin bwahahahaha!!!
everyone have a kick butt 2018 and I hope we all can accomplish our goals!!
much love to all!
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Good morning All~~
Kathryn - So good to hear that DD got some of her stuff back. That is great really.
Dawn - The living arrangements are a sticky problem. I hope something good happens.
Sara - I hope that you get more sleep.
Kristina Marie - You can't mention a lump in a breast to Lana and not have me concerned to know how the story ends, so I hope you pop by one more time to let us know.
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SUPER IMPORTANT: When you have that mammogram done, ask them if you have dense breasts. If the answer is "yes", get an ultrasound/further testing. Breast density obscures the mammogram. It can be impossible to see cancer from the dense tissue. Like trying to find a snowball in a snowstorm.
I speak from personal experience with this.
Also, more than half of the women patients in the Breast Cancer Support Group I attend at Sloan Kettering are well under the age of 40. A few are in their 20s.
Lana3 -
Good evening,
Oatmeal for dinner. Stomach is doing better, but need to be careful what I eat. (Post nasal drip).
Nice hot shower/run dishwasher and call it a night.
Kristina - our board is an open for so stop by when you can.
Hot water bottle please, cboys.1 -
Sara--good to hear that your stomach has improved.
R & R!
Lana1 -
New Year’s resolution was to do far better with meal prep - inspired by Sara excellence with making and freezing portions ahead of time. This past week went well, and spent time tonight making chili. Some for dinner, some for the freezer. NSV! Thanks, Sara.
Kristina, will miss your energy. Stop by when you can.
Waves to Lana, the Cboys, Annie (good luck with packing), Dawn (hope a good solution on the living situation comes up soon), Kathryn (glad DD got the things back that mean the most to her; Callahan doing?) and anyone else wandering by.
Sweet dreams all,
Tess2 -
SUNDAY
Good morning, dog up and fed.Back for more zzz.
Will roast chicken breasts 2 in oven with carrots. Use chicken for salads this week.
BBL.2 -
Good morning All~~
Almost everything on the Do List has gotten done. I didn't sleep enough last night. I think a Sunday afternoon nap is in store for me.....then some packing for trip tomorrow.
Waving to Tess and Sara and all who stop by later on~~
Lana1 -
Good evening,
Have the makings for 3 more shredded chicken salads. Will have leftover ham/potatoes with roasted carrots for dinner.
Lana - good trip check in when you get there and let us know how warm it is!!
Wishing all a good night.1 -
Hello Everyone, I'm Melissa. I have pretty much met my weight loss goal a few times now. But alas I am back to my HIGH weight. I am what i weighted when i gave birth to my eldest son, who is now 10. and no I'm not pregnant. Ugh. I used to be a chef, which actually made weight loss easier because I went into work later, I rarely ate the food and I was busy moving about all day. Now I have a desk job and I struggle to find time in my day. Compounding have degenerative disk disease and some other back issues that have really limited my exercise over the last year. I am however determined now at 35 to regain my body back so I can feel like myself again. I could really use the support I was happy to see this thread. I look forward to hearing more from all of you!1
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Hi Melissa - welcome! I’m Tess and I live near DC. I’m in my early 50s and a year ago, was at my highest weight and found MFP (including the lovely people on this forum) to be a game changer for me. I’ve lost about 50 lbs over the past year and have about 30 to go. Just last week started adding strength training to my cardio workout. And trying to recover from the holidays! Like you, I’ve lost & regained weight so many times in my life - I’m determined that this will be the last! You’re right - this Forum is incredibly supportive.
Looking forward to getting to know you! Post when you can.
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MONDAY
Good morning, scale down 1.4 - considering my weekend a scale ## up would have been strange.
Melissa - welcome and stop by when you can. Many people at my job have gotten dr notes to get work stations so they can stand part of the time.......
Chicken salad to go for work - it will probably make about 5 salads, so I only hope I dont tire of them.
Wave to all who follow. Make it your best Monday.0 -
*cboys need an emergency vial of "gremlin removal" spray - cubicle neighbor is on my last nerve. Please Fedex.0
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Hi all! Not having data is making this hard to keep up....
Sara - hope you are feeling better... after I started with Scentsy, I second guessed and thought I should have done Pampered Chef...I have a feeling, would have been the same... people not wanting to buy/ have parties, cuz too many people sell it...
Lana - safe trip! Let us know when you get there...
Kristina - good luck to you! Stop in and see us when you can...
Melissa - welcome! You have found a great group here!
Tess - waves! Hope you are doing alright in this weather!
Kathryn - Good news about DD getting most of her things back...the sentimental ones are the most important... how is Cal? Doing well I hope...Doing an online party shouldn't be too difficult while moving...I have a wonderful Sponsor and Director, if I need any help... before end of January would be great, if you can... you will get double half off hostess items... so, if you qualify for 1 you can actually get 2... January only...I have only done my own FB parties, so far...I will find out what, if anything, you need to do.... thanks again so much! I'm excited!
Thanks for everyone's kind words about moving...I have just decided, we will move in with his Cousin and I will be ok with it... it will be tough at times, esp with "MIL" (not married but might as well be) she causes so much unnecessary turmoil... can only hope, with us living there, she won't feel the need to be there as much... no matter what, I will be saving money and if I feel it's not working, I will be able to get my own place....
Gotta get back to work... if I missed anyone, I apologize... waves to all...
Everyone stay warm and safe...we have a slight warm up this week... then, harsh temps and bad weather later in the week...
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Welcome Melissa! This group is super supportive and has certainly helped me through several rough spots! I am trying to get back into the swing of things, setting a regular workout time/routine, eating right, etc. as I "recover" from the holidays and a bad year last year.
Kristina - way to kick butt!! keep it up. stop in whenever you have time!
Definitely keep us updated on the outcome of your mammogram. Finding something can be scary, to say the least.
Sara - Hope tummy is feeling better. I was getting tired of chicken cubed or shredded in everything so I got a meat grinder attachment for my Kitchen Aid mixer so I can grind it & use it like hamburger. I don't like turkey, so ground chicken is better option for me. Plus cheaper than lean ground beef!
I tried the crimper/sealer with a pie crust and it seemed to work ok. Kept dipping it in flour to keep it from sticking too much. I made some little hand pies with egg, broccoli, and cheese. Kind of a quiche to go. They were ok but I need to work on the recipe a bit more.
Dawn - Callahan is doing great. As far as he is concerned, he is fine. We are still not letting him jump or run but he is back to his old self. He is not favoring that leg at all, so I guess its feeling ok. A couple more weeks and his 6 week recovery will be over and we will let him back to normal activities. His wounds are healing nicely but not sure if he is going to scar or if fur will grow back in those spots.
Hope you have good weather for your move. Just let me know what I need to do for the Scentsy party!
SIL got a new labradoodle puppy. She is cute as a bug and so soft and cuddly. She also has waaaaaay too much energy! I am glad Callahan is older and more settled. He is almost freakishly calm compared to other labs his age so I think we have been extremely spoiled with his good behavior.
Woke at 3am this morning feeling like an icepick was being shoved into my right eye socket. It took 2 doses of one migraine med and one dose of another to get it to calm down. I did make it into work but only for half a day. Feel really worn out. I know I should still do my walking though. Just have to grit my teeth and go for it. The weight wont come off just by complaining (if it did, i would be pencil thin right now! hahaha)
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Greetings everyone! Sam here -- I definitely qualify as a "serial starter" and am glad to find this community. =D
In summer 2013, I decided to change my life and started a keto/exercise lifestyle and lost ~60 pounds. Fast forward to 2017, and between a major medical illness and a divorce, I gained a LOT of weight (gained about 90 pounds from 2015-2017). Right now, I'm at the heaviest I've ever been in my life and have been struggling to recommit to a healthier lifestyle. So I'm back on mfp looking for some supportive mfpals -- I was really connected to mfp in 2013 and know it'll help keep me motivated and accountable.
The subzero temps have made it easier for me to let myself off the hook with exercise, until I remind myself that I basically have a home gym in my second bedroom.
So help me help myself -- and I would love to add new friends so I can support y'all as well! 1 -
Welcome Sam! Tess here. You are among friends and folks who have gone through similar trials. We definitely give each other a lot of support, focusing on moving forward and preferring to see past lapses as learning experiences that will help us get to our ultimate goals.
Waiting for the bus home on the chilly weather if DC. Got some freezing rain today but warmer weather due in tomorrow. Will check back later if I can.
Lana, hope you made it to NC safely.0 -
Good evening,
Rained most of day - small flooding here, first good rain. Ravioli for dinner. After shower/ wash hand wash dishes and sit back and enjoy my new neck shoulder heating pad, will put timer on.
Quick run through - wish all a good night.1 -
TUESDAY
Good morning, rain through Wednesday makes for wet dog after walks, but at least she is not "stranded" in the daytime.
Welcome Sam, Queen of the Gremlins was in high gear yesterday so posting at work was not advisable. We use the word "kitten" to describe people on the board as the words we have tried to use becomes "kitten" so this lady really should be Queen of the "kittens"......
Lana - peep when you can.
Wave to all who follow. Stay warm and safe out there.1
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