Mission Slimpossible Team Chat - SEPTEMBER 2023
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@steffibabiie Congrats on your weigh in!
@19shmoo69 I'm sorry your leaving. I hope everything is alright.
@Neon_Ninja That's cool you work on a farm. I bet you get a good work out muck out those stalls.
@Katmary71 Oh No, bladder infection is horrible and painful. I hope you can get some relief. I hope your cats haven't held a grudge about being locked up.
Good Morning Everyone!
Been sick these past few days so no workouts but today I plan to get back at it. Still hate exercising but I just do it. Hoping I'll learn to like it.
Hope you all have a great day.
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I think that I made an error in rejoining. This will be my last post. Thank you, and best wishes to all!6
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Welcome to all the new peeps! If I don’t address you individually, please know that I’m still happy you’re here with us!
@trooworld – I don’t have a Ninja Foodi. Just a Ninja air fryer that has the option for dehydrating. I looked at those recipes and they are way too labor intensive for my lazy self. But thanks for sharing them…hopefully someone else will use them. I do actually sell my cards at work. Not a lot, but my coworkers appreciate them. Would you like your breakfast card to be smoothie-themed or avocado toast themed? I’m not sure what would help with the depression. It’s pretty constant right now. Like I feel like I’m always right on the verge of tears. I’d love to crawl into bed for days. Good thing I’m single and am the only source of income. I hope you enjoy your new recliner – take a nap on it for me!
@steffibabiie – Thank you for the hugs. I know I’m terrific at self-sabotage. Wish me luck on finding an appropriate therapist!
@micaroo4 – It’s amazing to me that when I was growing up, 3 meals a day is just how it was. Rarely got a snack. That was mainly saved for Friday night – popcorn while watching The Incredible Hulk, The Million Dollar Man, Wonder Woman…you catch my drift. There’s something to be said about simplicity. I’m going to think about what you wrote.
@Neon_Ninja – I’m picturing ATCs with lots of fun texture
If you want me to send you a card, I’d love to. You just have to send me a friend request first before we can send private messages. I’d love to see some of your drawings – please share! And if the farm has any goats, please give them pets from me. I used to have a pet goat when I was little and she was the cutest!
@Katmary71 – Thank you for the virtual hug I’d say it sounds like your cats need some hugs, too, but they might be hiss-filled! Hope the cranberry juice works fast.
@865jessica – GURL, I am right there with you! I freaking HATE exercise! About the only thing I enjoy is yoga, which isn’t really calorie burning for me LOLs
@19shmoo69 – I’m so sad now. I know this is all online, but you’ve been in the group for so long, you’re like a brother to me. Please reconsider…maybe take a break from weigh-ins, but stay on in the cheerleader section?
This makes me so sad to see people leave our team. I know people leave for all different reasons – some good, some bad – but I feel so connected to all of you here. I can be so open and free with my feelings and I hope you all feel the same. Am I weird for feeling like this? Anyone else feel the same?
I am trying to be on track with my eating…did so much better yesterday. Not so good with the no junk food cause those chips call my name. But I got to have my Bubba Burrito (Byron) and Sophie-Bear both yesterday, so that was my holiday weekend highlight:
Take care, peeps. Hugs and love to you all. And don’t forget to drink your water!
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Username: FushiaKat
Weigh-In Tuesday
SW: 245
Maintenance Goal 135 - 140
Weeks in maintenance 36 of 52
PW: 136.2
CW: 137.4
WoW another month passed by already. I just realized that the holidays are right around the corner so I need to be really good and get closer to 135 so I can eat treats at holiday time without going over my goal. I'm doing much better getting back on track, not perfect but getting there. I've been a bit down because I was just sure I was going to be over my goal this week, but it looks like I get another chance to get it right.
I won first place in the Sandcastle building contest on my game, #2 out of #100 It was so hard.
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The day went pretty swell--altho a mare got a minor cut from a fencing panel--the 2 new folks (who were volunteers) never showed up, lol. Ah, well. Hope they do well wherever they go and find something they like to do.
@865jessica : Hope you feel better soon!
@Katmary71 : Ugh, hopefully the bladder infx is easing up some. Nobody's got time for that! Especially drinking all that cranberry juice--you're a strong woman!
@FushiaKat : Wow! That game looks intense! So intricate!
@vegan4lyfe2012 : Here's Greta just relaxing in her hay bowl!
The farm has about 20-some goats of all ages and sizes. I didn't know much about them until I started working there. They all have different personalities!
About the person(s) leaving, no I don't think it's weird. I wasn't even here last month and I'm sorry to see him go. If you've been on the team with him/her and dialogued, those feelings and emotions are really justified. Also, you have 2 cutie-pies there! How old are they?
Tried to send a friend request, but I keep getting an error code. If I can't do it tomorrow, will check with MFP tech.
Have a good night all! Keep rockin'!
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@Neon_Ninja Oh I hope you show photos of the farm! It's crazy I know at the food bank farm I don't realize how much I know and have learned volunteering there the last few years but I'm put in charge of people often. Good luck with the orientees.
@trooworld You got half of your food prep done, wtg! I love both scones and English muffins, yum.
@865jessica Thank you! I hope you learn to like exercise too, you'll have to do some experimenting to see if there's something you like more than you're currently doing.
@KMD1214 No problem, you're always welcome to come back if you'd like, good luck and best wishes!
@vegan4lyfe2012 Another huge hug for you, I'm sad you're on the verge of tears and impressed you're still going to work. I love that about you, I feel the same you can't bail on me after I've grown close to you, WTH!? I absolutely adore that photo of you, the babies are so beautiful! Your smile and the light in your eyes is the best with them, I know even depressed they're bringing you so much love and joy.
@FushiaKat I'm so glad you're doing better on getting back on track. Oh no don't talk about Christmas and treats yet! Congratulations on first place with the Sandcastle building, I thought you were struggling with it and you're a winner again!
Hi friends! Had a tough night sleeping so I gave up, worked out, then returned seeds to the farm and stuck around to separate garlic cloves for an hour. I'm going to do an hour of seeding Friday and hopefully that will go well. I brought my Zero gravity chair inside because it's hurting to sit on the couch and there's already a cat in it so I'm on the couch and he's on my chair. Figures right? I ordered a mystery pack of seeds from Mary's Heirloom Seeds and got 17 seed packs and they're really good ones too, only bad part is the physicality of having a big garden. That was exciting though, made my day and has my imagination going! I'm off to water then start a new book, have a great night and an awesome Wednesday!3 -
Well I'm not sure why I came to look. But I did. I will not leave the group. I won't post or react in my news feed for a while. I don't have the app so I won't get notifications unless I login through the interweb.6
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@19shmoo69 glad you’re sticking around!
I know I’ve had terrible commitment since I joined. I so appreciate everyone here giving me a safe place to land.
Thanks to everyone for the well-wishes. I’ve got a couple days of treatment and responding quite well so far. First day of school tomorrow so that will
Be fun. The school is still a construction zone and honestly a disaster. Double fun. Plus - hottest heat wave of the summer!!! Triple fun. I need a good sleep lol!
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Wow I have a lot to catch up on/reread. I skimmed posts quickly.
Glad to see Shmoo is sticking with us. Always do what works best for you and sometimes it’s just a bit of space from online time.
Sorry this is a quick stopping in with some great news on my WL journey.
I have been waiting for the day to open my bottom drawer of “can’t wait to fit those again” clothes. Mostly pjs. These are gorgeous sets I bought when I lost 70+ lbs and I rewarded myself with quality loungewear.
Well today I decided to open the drawer and all but 2 sets fit!!! Also several pairs of nice pants too. Yay!!!! I’m so happy! This will give me a boost to keep doing what I do.
Ok to get back to doing what I was doing. Since hubbys accident I have increased my carbs and it slows/stops my weight loss and causes my woozy spells.
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@19shmoo69 glad you’re sticking around!
@AmbersWay - Congratulations on fitting into those clothes! WooHOO!2 -
@AmbersWay - Congrats on getting into those 2 sets. What an awesome feeling.
@Neon_Ninja - Cute little goat pic, it kind of looks like she is smiling.
@FushiaKat - Congrats on your sandcastle building contest. It looks awesome.
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@865jessica I hope you feel better soon.
@KMD1214 I'm sorry you feel that way. I wish you the best!
@vegan4lyfe2012 Oh bummer, I'm sorry. I understand! I'm glad you sell your cards somewhere. Avocado toast themed please!
I'm sorry about the depression...I hope it passes soon. I am starting to feel it creep in on me, too. I feel the same way about people leaving our team. No you aren't weird. I feel the same. I love the pic of you with the babies! So cute. HUGS.
@FushiaKat Congrats on your Sandcastle win!
@Neon_Ninja That's too bad they didn't show up. Cute goat!
@Katmary71 Thank you! That's cool you got mystery seeds. I'm glad it made your day.
@19shmoo69 I'm glad you are staying. Feel free to interact as little or as much as you want.
@sleepygirl79 Oh yes!
@AmbersWay How inspiring! That's very cool.
Okay folks. This is an actual picture of me driving the struggle bus lol. I'm struggling in so many ways. Yesterday was kind of bad, depression and anxiety creeped in for absolutely no reason at all. I'm sleeping poorly and eating poorly. I need to readjust and keep going. By the way, my soup for breakfast was really good.
My phrase for the year: "Every choice is another chance to change my health for the better."
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@865jessica I hope you feel better soon.
@KMD1214 I'm sorry you feel that way. I wish you the best!
@vegan4lyfe2012 Oh bummer, I'm sorry. I understand! I'm glad you sell your cards somewhere. Avocado toast themed please! I'm sorry about the depression...I hope it passes soon. I am starting to feel it creep in on me, too. I feel the same way about people leaving our team. No you aren't weird. I feel the same. I love the pic of you with the babies! So cute. HUGS.
@FushiaKat Congrats on your Sandcastle win!
@Neon_Ninja That's too bad they didn't show up. Cute goat!
@Katmary71 Thank you! That's cool you got mystery seeds. I'm glad it made your day.
@19shmoo69 I'm glad you are staying. Feel free to interact as little or as much as you want.
@sleepygirl79 Oh yes!
@AmbersWay How inspiring! That's very cool.
Okay folks. This is an actual picture of me driving the struggle bus lol. I'm struggling in so many ways. Yesterday was kind of bad, depression and anxiety creeped in for absolutely no reason at all. I'm sleeping poorly and eating poorly. I need to readjust and keep going. By the way, my soup for breakfast was really good.
My phrase for the year: "Every choice is another chance to change my health for the better."
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MFP USER NAME: Neon_Ninja
WEIGH-IN DAY: Wednesday
PW: 179.6
CW: 176.4
Oof, had a headache all morning, not sure if it's caffeine related or not--I ran out of coffee so didn't have any today. Hope you all are doing well!
I lost the thread of who asked about my dog Nell, she's half German Shepherd and half Carolina Black-Mouthed Cur. We got her as a rescue and the pound picked her up from a homeless person. Funnily enough, we were at a gas station one day and saw a young lady. Nell knew who she was! It was her old owner. We were seriously thinking about giving her back to the lady because there were obviously good feelings between the two of them, but Nell finished her visit and hopped back into the truck. I think she had made her decision.
@AmbersWay : What an awesome NSV of having your clothes fit--I would love that! Glad you decided to open that drawer.
@19shmoo69 : Yay! Happy you're here!
@trooworld : Sending a hug. Depression/anxiety is rough and I wish I could help more. Just know that we care about ya!
@gemwolf110 : Sending you a hug as well.
@sleepygirl79 : LOL'ed about "Tuesday"...so true!
@megnolia82: Hope you got your sleep and had a good day despite the heat.
@KMD1214 : So sorry to see you go!
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@FushiaKat – There you go, kicking butt again! Love the building contest That DOES look hard – very labor intensive. About how long did it take for you to build it?
@Neon_Ninja – Sorry your extra help flaked out on you. But that look on Greta’s face makes it all worth it! What a cutie-pie! My little Bubba Burrito Byron is 3 months old in a couple days. My little Sophie-Bear is just over 4 ½ months. They are the bee’s knees. My son is a Navy recruiter, so he’s stationed 2.5 hours away from me so I get to see them 2 to 3 times a month. I get to see Byron several times a week since they are just 30 minutes away. Whenever I’m sad, I call up my daughter and tell her I need some Little Man time. He definitely helps my dopamine. And thank you for letting me know that I’m not the only one that feels connected on here. I accepted your friend request. Sending you a PM to see if you would like a card sent. Love your cute little Nell and doesn’t it make us feel so loved when our pets choose us?!?
@Katmary71 – Thank you for my hug again…keep ‘em comin’! These are the times that my personality is helpful…I’m a “suck it up and deal with it” kind of person. My boss is counting on me. There’s only 4 full timers in my department and we each have our own duties. When I’m not there, my work piles up…no one else can do it. Job security for sure. And yes, my grands really DO bring me so much joy Sorry about your troubled night. Must’ve been something cosmic…I couldn’t fall asleep until around 3:30am. Back was screaming at me horribly. Sydney couldn’t sleep, either, but we can just blame little Oliver for that. Good thing you have that new zero gravity chair cuz ya sure ain’t getting the chair back any time soon!
@19shmoo69 – We’re here to support you. Prayers.
@sleepygirl79 – EXACTLY
@AmbersWay – That is AWESOME! And I love that you had rewarded yourself with loungewear. That’s something I never would’ve thought about. Fancy!
@trooworld – Avocado Toast it is! It’s a really fun, punny set and I love using it. I know it will make you chuckle Hugs to you. Hopefully we can break free from our mind chains soon. And thank you for being YOU!
@gemwolf110 – Hugs!
I’m working from home today…watching and listening to the pouring rain. So much better than the 90+ degrees we’ve been having here. I’m meeting up with Bubba Burrito and Hunter for dinner. We haven’t been to Aladdin’s in a couple months. Mediterranean at its finest! I’ll get my usual – falafel, tabbouleh, and hummus. Oh and they make the most PERFECT jasmine iced tea. Yum!
I was able to get into the craft room yesterday after work. Haven’t started on the breakfast cards yet (I will soon, tho), but got a lot accomplished… 8 Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween cards, 3 belated Birthday cards, 1 belated Baptism card and 1 wedding shower card. My depression had kept me out of the craft room for about 3 weeks, so I felt really bad about the Birthdays and Baptism. Still have one more Baptism and then I’m all caught up (as far as I know). Thanks for reading my ramble, if you made it this far.
I hope everyone has a wonderful Wednesday!
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@gemwolf110 and @trooworld i definitely understand that feeling, I hope it passes quickly!
@Neon_Ninja she's adorable! glad she's found her home and family with you
@vegan4lyfe2012 I'm so jealous of your dinner! We have no good mediterranean restaurants here. Tabbouleh is one of my favourites. Actually, we're doing roast chicken with pita and tzatziki tomorrow and I might just have to make some tabbouleh now too!
This is a bit random but it's gloomy and miserable here today, so thought I would share a photo of nicer weather of where I call home! (I didn't take the photo - it's a stock image, I've yet to wander up to the lookout where it was taken from as there's a dirt road that requires a 4wd - which means talking my partner into driving 😅)
We live amongst a few ancient volcanic mountains, and a whole bunch of farmland. About 10 minutes in the opposite direction (east) is the pacific ocean.
We actually live at the base of the furthest to the right, which is a quick 40 minute hike up and down. One of my goals is to be able to run the trail! (or most of it, where it's safe to run).
Also - for anyone who is like me whose entire Australian knowledge came from Rescuers Down Under, some parts of Australia, like where I'm at, are really green!
Anyone else feel like they live in a spectacular part of the world? Let's see your view!
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Maggybd
Weigh in day Thursday
Cw 207.8
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@19shmoo69 I'm glad you did and decided to stick around, our group wouldn't be the same with you gone. Do what feels right for you.
@megnolia82 I'm so glad treatment is going well, that's great news. Sounds like the school will be a challenge, definitely take some ice water with you!
@sleepygirl79 So true!
@AmbersWay Woot woot rock those beautiful pjs, congrats! Very impressive especially with the stress you've been under.
@trooworld I'm glad you enjoyed your soup! I'm sorry to hear about you struggling, you're one strong woman and I agree at readjusting and keeping up fighting for good habits. Could you spend a day this weekend doing things for self-care like going to a coffee shop and reading and going for a walk by the beach or at the zoo? Maybe expressing it through art would help?
@Neon_Ninja Oh no that headache just might be because of the coffee. Nell is beautiful! I'm so glad she decided to come back home with you, that's a touching story and shows how much you love her to have thought of letting her go. I think she was imagining not being on that comfy couch (jk!)!
@vegan4lyfe2012 That dinner sounds delicious, hope you all have fun tonight! Nice job on the cards, I think it's great and a step in the right direction that you made cards.
@steffibabiie Wow that photo is so beautiful! That would be an amazing area to hike.
@maggybd You're so close, fingers and toes crossed for you!
Hi friends! Having a medication issue that will hopefully be straightened out tomorrow but walking is real hard today so I haven't done much and changed from one pair of pjs to another after a shower. I'm nauseous and dying for a box of Saltines but don't have any and am doing the no gluten so it's not happening (there ARE pros to having trouble walking right?). Let's have an awesome Thursday!4 -
@AmbersWay wow! Congratulations on an amazing NSV!
I had a pretty productive day at work yesterday. Hot but the AC in my room is working. What a relief!
My kids had a good first day at school. Both liked their teachers and happy with classmates.
We had a storm overnight and are now without power. I’m on a well so that means no running water either. My morning ritual is tea and shower so we’ll see how that goes lol. Wish me luck! At least I made the kids lunches last night!
Have a great day everyone.
Meg
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@Neon_Ninja Congrats on the loss! I'm sorry about your headache, I hope it's better today. Nell! So cute. I've never heard of a Carolina Black-Mouthed Cur. That's interesting that Nell knew her former owner. I think she has a better life with you, though. Thank you, I appreciate it.
@vegan4lyfe2012 Thank you. I can't wait to see it! Yes, I hate these feelings. And thanks for being YOU, too! I'm glad it's cooled down there. I love Mediterranean food. I hope you enjoyed your dinner. I'm glad you got some crafting time in, it keeps you out of the kitchen and hopefully helps with the depression!
@steffibabiie Thank you! Oh that's beautiful! What a cool place to live.
@Katmary71 Thank you. You must be reading my mind lol, I plan on going to the zoo on Sunday and maybe going to the coffee shop on Saturday! I also plan on doing crafts. I'm so sorry you are having trouble walking, Kat. I hope the medication issue gets straightened out today. HUGS.
@megnolia82 Oh gosh, I hope the power comes on soon!
Hi all. I'll share pics of where I live. I live in Southern California (San Diego, specifically). The beach is about 15 mins away, this picture is from the beach at La Jolla. The other pic is outside my condo. It's my view when I sit on our walkway. We live right on a canyon. We get to see a lot of birds and sometimes bunnies and coyotes (hopefully not at the same time!). Also pictured are my pups, the one in the hoodie is our oldest (Daisy- 8 yrs old) and the other is Violet (1 yr 2 months).
My phrase for the year: "Every choice is another chance to change my health for the better."
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Oh my goodness- I was on vacation and I'm so far behind!
Quick intro: i'm Lisa, live in FL, married, two adult ish kids living at home, small, young doggie. Been in this group since early 2020, I think, and really count on the support I receive. Struggled with weight since young adult hood.
On the struggle bus now- been trying to turn the ship and get losing again- been stalled out for months now.
Visited my parents and in laws- no exercise happened, ate out the whole time- came home to a 1 lb gain, not bad. Perhaps the bad habits will hit the fan at weigh in tomorrow. We'll see. It was nice to see the fam.
Skimmed all the posts, probably missed some things- but letting you know that I am thinking of you if you're doing well or struggling.
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@trooworld wow great pics!
Well I am finally back to normal life and as you can see I am actually able to take the time to post something. When I’m not working I have been canning. Got my tomatoes done, pickled beets and my dill pickles. Now I’m gearing up to make my applesauce and apple pies. I do a bunch up and freeze them so all I have to do is pull one out and cook it up. It’s great in the dead of winter to smell hot apple pie.
This is a good week so far Started a beginner’s Pilates workout. 28 days. I see it on my facebook so I thought I’d give it a go. I will let you know how I’m doing. Well I’d better get back at it so hope everyone has a great day today.2 -
@steffibabiie – Please share your tabbouleh recipe! Where you live looks amazing *swoon* My knowledge of Australia is limited to crazy oversized creatures and horror movies. I’ll pop a photo below of the area where I live.
@maggybd – Nice goal!
@Katmary71 – Hope you’re feeling better today.
@megnolia82 – Any special tea you prefer at breakfast?
@trooworld – I love being in my craft room. Currently rewatching (mainly only listening to) Bates Motel for the 4th or so time while stamping. It’s very relaxing. What craft project are you currently working on? And the view from your walkway is beautiful! I’m laughing at your hubby trying to hide his face in Daisy’s picture hahahaha and it’s perfect that Violet has a violet leash
@Cornanda – Nice job with keeping the weight in check while vacationing.
@tammymccrady6278 – Oh my! Apple pie! Scrumdiddlyumptious!
Dinner last night was fabulous as always and our server was super nice and attentive. Ended up giving her a 25% tip As usual, though, I ate too much… I had to do the Detroit Lean just so I could breathe. It got me thinking…falling down a rabbit hole as I do so very often. I need to switch things up. I did so good losing weight with the old WW Turnaround points system (back in 2010). I still have all the info and the spreadsheet I had created back then for tracking. I’m going to give it another go, but also change my weigh in day to Fridays so I can start off the weekend with all the flex points. I’m committing to a minimum of 2 months using this form of tracking.
Here's a picture of Silver Beach from the bluff above. I work a couple blocks away from Lake Michigan.
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@broncobuddee Please change my weigh in day to Friday. Thanks!0
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I have so much more respect for you people that can complicated stuff like type, spell, follow directions and work computers. I used to think I could follow directions.5
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@trooworld : Gorgeous views! I can bet you love the weather there. Awwww, Daisy and Violet are adorable! Such cuties and I love their outfits.
@steffibabiie : Simply awe-inspiring scenery where you live. Wow! And I'm with Jennifer, if you have a good tabouleh recipe, can you share?
@Cornanda and @tammymccrady6278 : Hi there! *waves*
@vegan4lyfe2012 : What a beautiful beach! Good luck with the WW points--I had some success with that in the past, too. Sounds like a good plan--you got this.
Just a couple of hiking pics, one from the Smokies at Waterrock Knob (the park is fairly close by):
The other is from a place called Panthertown. Named a long time ago for the panthers which used to be pretty prevalent in that area.
And finally, a view from the neighbor's house up the hill from last week, lol:
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@trooworld I love that seal (sea lion?) beach at la jolla. We used to go for drives down there and my daughter would be entertained by them for hours. It smelt awful though 😂 Daisy and violet are adorable! I'm sure they keep you on your toes.
@vegan4lyfe2012 I've never made it to any of the great Lakes, it looks beautiful! I usually eyeball my recipes, so when I make it tomorrow and have to measure everything, I'll let you know. It's definitely not a fully authentic replacement but it works. 😊
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DrewsAnna
Weigh in Wednesday
PW 158
CW 156.2
I'm late again, however, in my defense, I went out with a friend and I got more han a little tipsy.
I should have posted earlier in the day.
I'm still doing "GOLO" I'm down 6.2 lbs and 1 inch off my belly. I'm hoping tomorrow I will finish cleaning my pantry to throw out some more stuff.
I always thought that eating clean meant fruits and veggies. I never realized what really goes into it.
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@Neon_Ninja - I saw the photo of Nell, and she looks so much like my friend's dog Ryder. Ryder is also a cross between shepherd and a black mouthed cur. I don't have very many photos, but here are a few:
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