Serial Starters
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Good Almost Evening!
Hey, Lana! Hope you're having a good day!
Maureen, mmmmm.....cake.... 😉
Today was a cleaning day...bathroom, laundry, my toaster oven. Tomorrow will be the rest of the kitchen. Food was a ham and cheese on English muffin and spaghetti with meatballs for dinner. Oh...and a peach for a snack. That's it for food. Phillies game starts in a hour.
Till tomorrow...
Sandy
TMW - 164.6
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*** August 10 ***
Good morning everyone~
I am so grateful that we had a sunny day yesterday. I think that the day today will be sunny as well, but rain will come tonight. I plan to bask in that sun for a while and read my book.
Maureen - they say that the face heals very quickly. I put a dab of makeup or concealer on mine to reduce the scary look.
Waving to Sandy and Sara and Missy filling the dumpster and everyone else who stops by today~
Lana
252.0 today
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Morning!
Got today and tomorrow for the dumpster so crunch time. Still have a bunch to go through. Hoping next weekend will be nice and sunny so I can do what Lana is doing. Sitting outside basking in the sun and reading a good book.
With all of the activity from last week I lost 1.2 pounds hoping I keep the momentum going this week.Sandy I like your schedule for cleaning once everything is in order I plan on setting up a schedule.
Maureen I hope your face heals quickly and that some makeup or concealer can be a quick coverup for work if it is still healing
Have a great day!
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My son is missing. Never came home last night and I haven't seen him since yesterday morning. No phone or text contact. Very uncharacteristic behavior. I have contacted the police and am hanging on by my last thread. I don't know what to do with myself. I may or may not post here. I don't know what to do.
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Good Afternoon, All
Maureen, OMG!! I can only imagine what you are going through! Try to keep us informed.....WE CARE!! 😪❤️
Missy, good to hear from you. I was going to finish the kitchen today, but the tummy is upset for some reason. Will have to wait till tomorrow....but it will get done.
Heys to Lana! I should have taken my dog for a run yesterday, it was so nice. But the heat is on the way back.
I texted my little brother this morning to tell him I forgot to send his birthday card out until yesterday. Also explained why because of what has been going on around here. He understood and said he would like to donate to the Go Fund Me for the vets bill. Much appreciated....every penny helps.
Had ham and cheese again...and a peach. Will have some chili with a salad for dinner.
Enjoy what is left of the weekend!
Sandy
TMW - 165.4
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he has been found. Missing 24 hours. It was horrible but he is ok.
I won’t be the same.
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I’m glad he was found but that must have been absolutely terrifying. Sending hugs
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Good evening,
Late to bed, nap went too long.
Scale is in decade I have not seen in a very long time. So I ordered more greek plain yogurt and frozen berries - they make a good dinner when it gets this hot (think 105). Tomorrow is cooler.
mkculs - that 24 you went through - no one should have to. I am glad the end result was okay.
Been off work 4 day weekend - must face Monday.
Wishing you all a good night. Stay safe and sane out there.
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*** August 11 ***
Oh, Maureen - I didn't read after I posted yesterday. What happened to your son? Where was he found?
Lana
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Ladies, it was a breakdown in communication. He had no idea we didn't know. It was beyond horrifying and I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy. I don't think I'll ever be the same. Thank you for all your kindness.
Getting my walks in today and staying on program, trying to restore normalcy as much as I can. I'm exhausted in a way I can't explain.
Having my summer routine really helps, and you are an important part of it. And my Monday weigh in was 199! I am dehydrated from yesterday so it will kick back over 200 but fun for the day :)
TTFN
Maureen
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When you don't watch what you eat, when you aren't running or do any type of workout, you put the weight you have lost back on. Quickly. I bought a new dress for a July 1 wedding. I tried to wear it on Sunday. It was to tight. 😢
I need to get back on the right track! I need to get back on the right track and stay on it.
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hoping on quick! House clean out is ongoing but dumpster is leaving today. Rest is pretty much donating and small stuff that can go out for regular trash. Major areas were done. Then will be putting it all back together. Goal is to have it completed prior to the official start to my next class in 13 days!
Have a great day everyone!
~ Missy
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Good Afternoon!
Maureen, I am SO relieved that it was a misunderstanding. I am very glad for you!
Ang, been there. A couple years ago I had to buy a new bathing suit when my old one was too small..The following year, I tried that one on and IT was too small! That was when I had my moment. And here I am. We CAN do this!
Missy, glad the clean out is going so well! I am sure you are looking forward to it all being finished.
Sara, oh, how everyone feels about kissing another decade goodbye! WTG!!
Ok. Yesterday took the doggie and me to my ex's backyard for a little exercise/play....we both needed it.
Found out yesterday that the state is no longer paying my Medicare premiums. So now I don't have enough money to survive. My son will again, pick up the tab, but he isn't even getting unemployment now. He says he is not in immediate trouble, but I have no idea what is going to happen and I feel guilty. I made some phone calls and one person is going to send me info on programs I may qualify for. What is maddening is that my EBT benefit went UP! They take into account what you pay in rent, which the other group doesn't. I am tired of worrying all the time...it affects my physical health.
Anyway sorry for the vent.....the dog doesn't really get it. Have a good rest-of-your-day!
Sandy
TMW - 164
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Hey there everyone~
Maureen - glad to hear that your son was not in any danger.
Sandy - the changes of the current administration will painfully erode our qualities of life. It is beyond awful. The economy is going to collapse. If a person loses their benefits, the places that they go to for service loses their income. Then the places providing service collapse. A lot of voters didn't want to see this last year.
Lana
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*** August 13 ***
Happy Wednesday~
Another cloudy, rainy day today. I'm staying home and pouting.
Lana
250.6 today
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Good evening,
Lana I would be playing the most obnoxious music as loud as I could to chase those clouds away.
Seems Dragon has spawned and now there is a mini-dragon -very cold fish this one - who gave me an email on the issues that happen when I make a mistake (been in the industry probably longer than her….). Cant have ice cream and settling for muffin.
Weight is at least not bouncing back up.
Missy!! Good job with the dumpster. Serious commitment.
Wishing all a good night. Stay safe and sane out there.
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2 loaves of lemon zucchini bread are in oven. Just discovered transparent pie and will make that sometime soon. Had to wait for a cooler day to turn any oven on.
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mmm lemon zucchini bread sounds delicious will have to make this. Do you mind sharing the recipe?
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Sandy, I’m sure many of us will feel the kind of anxiety you are facing as reality sets in. Deportation has been a horrific but effective distraction for many. The decline of government services and the absence of jobs will catch up to so many, quickly. I’ll so worried for my kids.
I’m really focusing on myself and family to the exclusion of much else right now. I can’t be any good to anyone if I fall apart and while I felt somewhat normal yesterday, that feeling is fragile and I saw my doc and we are tweaking meds to help me through an adjustment period. My son’s role in his “disappearance” needs addressing, too, and thankfully he fully accepts why and welcomes the intervention I’ve asked for and will let me participate. Not drug or alcohol related, thank goodness.
All in all, slowly will get better.
TTFN.Maureen.
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*** August 14 ***
Hello all~
Sara - Oh, no! A Mini-Dragon!? How awful.
A friend of mine and I were just talking about how power affects relationships, whether at work or with friends and family. The person with more power can find the feeling heady, and abuse of others comes all too easily. With Mini-Dragon, just nod and carry on. She can spew fire, but you are not flammable. 🩷
Sandy - Some things are out of our control. Hang in there. You and your family will find workarounds for you. 🤗
Maureen - How old is your son?
How did it get to be Thursday already? Time to get to the grocery store for senior discount day!
Lana
249.6 today
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morning!
well have some bad news my little diabetic pup her lung tumor quadrupled in the last 10 months and just started last week irritating her lungs/trachea. So I know I’m going to have to probably make a decision soon. She still has so much life to her which makes it tough. Love that little dog.3 -
Missy, that's just so hard. I'm sorry. I know she's having the best life she can in the time she has.
Sara, were you tempted to respond to minidragon, "Yes,you have that all correct. Well done for someone with only x years experience." I'd be tempted, but old teachers never die; we just keep correcting grammar.
Lana, he's 35.
Only 3 more nap days; it's a tragedy racing at me with the speed of a high-speed train! You will understand when you too are 66 :) No nap is the worst part of my day-to-day job. PD is the worst part of the year. Adults are the worst part on a regular basis. I think I have that covered. If it were just me, the kids, and a daily nap time built in, I'd be so happy :O Maybe should go to kindergarten but I don't think I can squat that much, even wtih my new knees haha.
A plan for walks and naps and healthy eating, as always.
TTFN.
Maureen
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Oh, Missy — How sad about Kiara 🤗💖
Lana
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Good Morning!
Lana, thanks. I know I am far from alone and there are others a lot worse off than me. And I am mad that people were so blind as to allow this to happen.
Maureen, that's the only way now. I have to be a little selfish. I don't want to be, but its a matter of physical and mental survival. And I get mad at myself when I start falling asleep at 3 in the afternoon. I have never been a napper...I end up not being able to sleep at night if I do.
Missy, I am SO sorry about Kiara! ❤️ I know the time you both have left together will be the best.
Ok...I did a lot of thinking last night. I have been worrying about money too much. Losing my premium payment and the increase in rent sent me over edge. I need something to help uplift me. The weight loss has helped, but I need something more. I have felt guilty about wanting that something more and have hesitated.
I have a little money saved. Not much, but enough to get something have been wanting for several years now....an ebike. Not a top of the line, but just something to ride around the neighborhood or the park....something to give me a feeling of freedom and take my mind off of other things. I know my priority should be the financial, but the mental is just as important. I have one all picked out...and I have a $100 gift card that I am going to put towards it. Just have to transfer money so I can pay the rest.
They say money can't buy happiness. I think it depends on what you do with it before you lose it all.
TTFN....
Sandy
TMW - 163.8
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Ugh. I've been eating cookies and ice cream all week and the results are on the scale. I know what to do and how to eat and yet I am not doing it! I need to discipline myself better at doing what I know how to do.
This week has been VBS at my church. I was the craft lady. We had nearly double the amount of kids this year then the we have been averaging the last two years! It was great!
Our province is in desperate need of rain. We had some last night but it wasn't enough to help the wildfires starting to break out. The first one was only about 19km from me.
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*** August 16 ***
Good morning all~
Ang - We understand the struggle. We have to feed our bodies good food - plenty of protein and fiber and vegetables. If we can get that done, it is easier to chase away the cravings for the sweets. I surely wish that North Carolina could send you some of the overkill rain we've been having this summer!
Sandy - I do think that money can buy some happiness, and the bicycle could be a good thing! Get a good helmet and maybe wrist guards too. One fall can change your life if you are not protected.
Waving to Missy and Sara and Maureen and Kate and anyone else who pops by today 👋🏻
Lana
250.2 today
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Sandy, spending a little to support your physical and mental health while under stress is a good investment; go for it.
ang, I'm into cookies today. My younger son brought home a bunch then left for his dad! I'm eating them all, I guess. and putting them in my calorie counter. ugh. nothing but junk food today. I walked a lot this am and will nap soon, after groceries are delivered. Too sleepy from the drug the do prescribed for additional anxiety after the crisis with y son recently; may have to forego it b/c back to school in 2 days. Yikes.
Got an extra long walk in though, and that was quiet and peacful.
TTFN
Maureen
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Howdy, Everyone!
Ang, glad the VBS went so well! And I am in a bit of a sweets rut myself. I am not gaining…just not losing. Its my mental issues that are manifesting themselves in my eating at the moment. We can both change that.
Maureen, that is the feeling I have adopted. I just want to feel a little happier again and I honestly the bike will help in that regard. Kudos on the walk!
Lana, I do have a helmet I got when I had a regular bike. Wrist guards I hadn't thought of. Will look into that.
MFP is being wierd. The challenge group I belong to? There is no comment block for me to type in. Never had that happen. Others are posting, but I can't. Don't get it. Oh well. Might have to try emptying my cache and see if that helps.
I ordered the bike…but I won't get it until a week from this Monday. Of course, I am anxious to get it. I also got the extended warranty just in case. I also bought a GPS which should prevent me from getting lost when I am driving from now on…at least I hope so. Stand alone GPS units are supposed to not lose the satellite signal, so we'll see.
Brother has gone to the shore for 2 weeks, so I am volunteered to check on the house, take in the mail and take care of the pool. I don't mind really. They only left yesterday, therefore I will go over tomorrow. They said I can use the pool, but my hand is still healing and I don't want to get it wet while it's forming a scab, or it will never heal. I am even having trouble getting a shower and keeping it dry. I might try covering a waterproof bandage (which aren't really waterproof) with packing tape and see if that helps. I miss the pool.
Going back to work on my grandkid's afghan….till tomorrow…
Sandy
TWM - 164
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Sandy, please, never swim alone! It's too risky, no matter how well you swim. Hitting one's head on the dock and sliding in unconscious actually happens. We lost a parent that way, at a school where I taught. so sad.
I had a very lovely early morning walk. I woke just after 4, sipped my coffee and still out the door before 6. So quiet and cool(ish—humidity means I sweat no matter what the temp).
A week ago right now I was calling the police to report my son missing. It's so much better and still so awful. I know time helps.
I hope he will drive with me to hike in the Uwharrie National Forest. Should be lovely today. My last day of vacation.
I will be back on a somewhat boring routine, but there is comfort in that. I'll look forward to weekends—it's weird how summer is so relaxing but I miss looking forward to weekends.
Back to healthy eating.
TTFN
Mauren
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*** August 17 ***
Good morning Y'all~
Maureen - Changing it up has its good points, and you'll get into the swing of things very soon.
I understand about not swimming alone, but I do use my pool alone. I don't have anyone to monitor me, and until you mentioned it Maureen, being in the pool alone never worried me. Yikes! When I get older or unsteady, I'll have to engage some sort of baby sitter to come to my house so that I can play in my pool!
Sandy - what a bummer that the waterproof band-aids aren't working for you. ☹️
Waving to Sara and Missy and Ang and anyone else who stops by today~~
Lana
248.6 today (dehydrated, I think)
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