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*** February 11 ***
Good morning all~~
Just getting us started....time to hop into the shower....
Lana1 -
Good Afternoon 🙂
I am going through carb withdrawal. But that's normal after a carb laden day. Feeling blah. Snow is coming.
Till tomorrow...
Sandy
TMW - 1781 -
*** February 12 ***
Sandy - more snow? I haven't looked at the forecast. I guess Feb 2025 will be an active month for weather. Take good care of yourself and stay safe. *hugs*
Today I will be getting some walking in, and I am glad of that.
Waving to Sara and Missy and Maureen and anyone else who stops by~~
* tossing beach bag onto favorite lounge chair for later ⛱️ *
Lana0 -
G'Morning!
Snow arrived, but the parking lot is clear....I guess the plows got on top of things early.
Spent 2 hours yesterday....yes, that's TWO HOURS....on chat with CS from Comcast and kept going around in circles with nothing being accomplished. The whole thing gave me a headache! I will have to take a trip to their store to get things settled.
Happy Hump Day...
Sandy
TMW - 176.63 -
*** February 13 ***
I have not been eating my vegetables! or fruit!
I have been getting in enough walking though.
Sandy - we all understand the utter drag of poor customer service! Hang in there.
Waves to all who stop by later on~
Lana2 -
Good evening,
Sandy- hearing people deal with their cable company on the phone was one of the reasons I never got cable ($$$ and the run around with which plan are you on? why cant get things fixed- phone calls I have heard). Hope things got worked out. I dont think they want to see you in person and try and confuse you on the the phone, so glad you went.
Oh Lana our traveling companion. Fruit has not been easy for me - just not interested. Cannot find a replacement for bananas.
If all my coworkers lived in the same area I do (we have people all over the place now), I would make some dessert, brownies/rice krispie treats and have them come pick them up. Jan was crazy enough and Feb is becoming its twin. I came home and slept for almost 90 minutes.
It is cold that does not help. Time for some tea.
I am connected to the companies wellness program and they are starting another motivating walk contest. I have enough people to join and it will start in 11 days. I get a lot more walking in with these contests, so I look forward to it.
Gee another essay - sorry. Lana walk walk walk and pick up some fruit/veg to snack on.
Wishing all a good night. Stay safe and sane out there.2 -
one more thing - Sandy I was very glad to see the final score of the Super Bowl. Time to share the trophy.
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*** February 14 ***
🩷 Happy Valentine's Day to all the ladies of the Cabana Club 🩷
Sara - I am proud to say that I found a whole plateful of wonderful vegetables (and some protein) for dinner at the buffet last night. That's the way to go on this ship.
What are the step or miles goals for that walking contest. I'd like to do it with you, but I need to start today to work up to it. Let me know!!!!
Waves to the rest of y'all~~
Lana3 -
Good Morning!
Sara, thanks! I watched some of the parade yesterday....it was amazing how many people attended. Too old for that now, not to mention the whole transportation issue. And I have Comcast ATM....never had a problem with their CS before, but I guess they are farming out more to overseas. I didn't get to the store yet....will wait till next week and better weather.
My Valentine's Day was watching the parade, picking up prescriptions, picking up my brother's mail and treating myself to a fried shrimp Po Boy with fries....yummy! I thought I would pay for that, but I guess since it was my only meal of the day and I didn't snack, I was ok.
To anyone who comes by, have a nice Saturday!
Sandy
TMW - 175
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Happy Saturday.
I am so glad you are keeping up with this—Sara, Lana. And Sandy. I have been struggling and not winning for 3.5 years after losing so much during Covid. I’ve regained 62% of the weight I lost.
Today I started one a weight loss medication called Qsymia. I pray it helps. I want to be slender and very mobile as an older person. For the first time in my life, I haven’t been exercising regularly and I can’t let that continue. Back on the horse today.
Lana, where are you cruising? Filling up on vegetables is a good way to go. I can’t even remember right now when I last ate veggies.
And Sara, I’m relieved to hear you struggle with fruit. It hurts my teeth bc it’s usually raw and relatively cold—room temp, 70-72. I don’t worry as much when I’m eating enough salad. Which I have not been doing for weeks.
Ah, my novel needs to end. Posting and logging usually go together for me so I plan to see you all tomorrow.1 -
*** February 15 ***
Hi All~~
It didn't feel like a Saturday today. I am disoriented being on this little cruise. I didn't get off at either of the ports in Mexico. I just don't have the physical strength to do it anymore.
Maureen - good luck with the Qsymia. I hope that it works for you!
I want to restart my program when I get back home. I have to lose weight very soon in order to be able to work out to get in better shape. What a reality check this trip has been! I wonder what I weigh?
Waving to Sara and Missy and anyone who stops by later on 🌸
Lana2 -
Good evening,
My walking challenge is through the mywellness at work. I need to check on Tuesday (I have Monday off!!),what the website is.
I have 2 cooked shredded chicken breasts in the freezer - now I have to set up the rest of the meals. I have one flavored as Honey Garlic Soy sauce - 2 servings.
I have an apt set up to get my taxes done Monday.
I am trying to make a dog sweater and as I make mistakes I understand the pattern.
Got a small bag of Godiva chocolates (wrapped individually) from someone at work.
Wishing all a good night. Stay safe and sane out there.1 -
Good morning, all. Lana, I know that feeling. I'm sorry it's affecting your vacation. Those wake up calls are disorienting, to say the least.
Sara, what's the challenge? Is it only for your work place? Could we set up a version to do here too, as both motivation and support for you--and me? Not a competition! I need motivation.
Heading to the zoo in Asheboro, NC, on a very wet day. Hope it will be fairly empty. Checking it out for when grandson is here next. Daughter says they are moving with me in this week. I'm not happy about how hard it will be--she isn't easy to live with. BUT I am thrilled b/c I love them both and want them to be safe and happy, and life with her bf has not worked out. I feel so bad for him. I fall in love with my children's partners so easily, and it is very hard when they break up.
Best of luck to everyone fighting the good fight today to be healthier than the day before.
Cheers,
Maureen2 -
*** February 16 ***
Hi everyone - I'm going try getting out there for a walk.
Wishing y'all a nice Sunday ☀️
Lana0 -
Good Mornin'!
Maureen, I have never heard of Qsymia. I hope it's the answer for you. 🙂
Lana, I am SO sorry the cruise isn't turning out the way wished. 🙁 I have never been on a cruise, myself, but they sound wonderful.
Sara, you are really organized...I envy you that.
This weather is so bleah....I can't deal with a lack of sunshine. And I forgot that my car needs to be inspected! Was due in January. Have to get that done this week. Can't afford a fine.
Weight is holding so that's a positive.
Wherever you are, I hope your day is a pleasant one!
Sandy
TMW - 1751 -
*** February 17 ***
Good morning ladies - just getting us started.
Today is a travel day. I'm looking forward to being home this evening.
Wising all of you a good start to your week 🌸
Lana1 -
Greetings, all.
It's Presidents' Day and we have no students or professional development today--a TRUE teacher workday. You cannot believe how RARE that is.
I am really enjoying to time to work!
It's chilly here and my colleague insists that Wednesday and Thursday will be snow days. I know better, so I'll plan for the next 2 weeks. I've been trying to get ahead. Of course, once I get ahead and then if we DO have snow days, all my plans are shot to heck. Sigh.
In other news, we visited the NC Zoo yesterday and I walked 3.5 miles. It was rough b/c I haven't been keeping up. I'm fine today, though, so good recovery time. Very few animals were out--too windy, apparently, and too much risk of trees or limbs falling on them. But they let us pay and walk through the woods, haha. It's a lovely place and I look forward to visiting on a calmer day.
Lana, where did this cruise go? Do you get off anywhere?
Hoping to hear all are doing well. And Sandy, thanks. So far I haven't noticed any difference with the med, but we will see!
TTFN,
Maureen0 -
Good Morning!
Safe travels, Lana!
Maureen, I remember Teacher In Service Days....when we had off and the teachers didn't. I guess it's similar? And a 3+ mile walk sounds great!
The wind is ridiculous....I have never experienced anything like it, short of a hurricane. I had to move my garden flag against the building so it wouldn't keep getting blown down. Thankfully my bird feeder doesn't have the same issue.
I baked a so-called Neiman Marcus cake yesterday. I don't know if it's from Neiman Marcus or not but it was easy so I indulged. Its very good. I intend to cut it into squares, wrap and freeze them. Will thaw one out on occasion. That will satisfy my sweet tooth.
I am on a Challenge board in another group and I hit my week's goal. Hoping that continues.
Now to try and fix my tv antenna which has been giving me fits in this windstorm or I won't be seeing much on TV today. Wish I could afford cable.
TTFN...
Sandy
TMW - 174.8
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*** February 19 ***
Good morning everyone~
It's supposed to snow today! The kid in me is happy, while the old lady in me is sprinkling salt near the car so I don't slip and fall when it melts then freezes again!
Sandy - congrats on hitting your goal !
Maureen - the cruise went to Key West, and I did get off the ship. Then it went to two ports in Mexico, but I stayed on the ship.
Time to run an errand or two~
Lana
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Lana, I’m waiting for the snow too. School is remote and asynchronous. That means I post an assignment and answer emails. No commute and no extra duties meant I could take the dogs for a hike early, which was lovely. Cool and cloudy and damp. I think it will likely snow soon.
Sandy, we had wind on Sunday, but not too bad today.z I wasn’t out much Monday or Tuesday.
My daughter and grandson should arrive soon. I’m praying they aren’t in snow on the last leg of their journey, but at least I know she knows how to drive in it and has my Subaru, which is a great snow car.
TTFN.
Maureen1 -
Good Afternoon!
Maureen, enjoy your visit with your daughter and grandson!
And thanks, Lana!
Got 2 more dz. eggs from my egg lady...still $4 a dz. for fresh eggs. I sure am happy I met her!
Depression is a strange bird. Some days I am fine and others I can hardly get out my recliner. Yesterday was one of those can't stop eating days. Today is not.
I am a QVC junkie at times. I bought a Carla Hall omelet pan. It's a weird shape...made so you can flip food easier. Haven't tried it yet....will in the morning.
Keep Smiling, everyone!
Sandy
TMW - 174.21 -
Good Fri-yay!
Made an omelet in my new pan. I really like it. Makes it easy to flip the eggs over. She recommended not to use Pam so I only used a little butter. Slid right out. I will also hand wash it.
Dusted and ran the vacuum....how boring...lol! Still have boxes to break up. Tonight I will shread papers...been putting that off. I wanted to go to Aldi, but will wait till tomorrow....its TOO COLD! We are supposed to get a bit of a break over the weekend.
Have a good evening, all!
Sandy
TMW - 173.80 -
Thanks, Sandy. I don’t think it is just a visit, so we will see.
How lovely to get fresh eggs at $4/dozen. Good for you.
I’m sorry you struggle with depression. My one bought was decades ago. I remember thinking I would never feel better—being so certain of that feeling being permanent. It’s a special kind of torture. It sounds like you have strategies that work most days, and that’s good.
I’ve been on Qsymia 7 days and I’m noticing less hunger early in the day. Still struggling with eating later. I need to go upstairs after my dinner—out of sight, out of mind. That will work well when I get back to walking after school—taking my grandson for a long stroll, and giving my daughter a break. It’s all I can do on days I work. Maybe do his bath. I like to be in bed by 7:30 and asleep by 8:30, so I don’t have a ton of time!
TTFN,
Maureen.1 -
Hey Y'all~~
I've been a bit out of it lately.
Tomorrow should be better.
Lana
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Good Evening!
Maureen, you are a good grandma! I wish my grandkids lived closer....I only see them twice a year. They hardly know me. But then they hardly know any of their grandparents....we all live far away.
Hope you feel better tomorrow, Lana!
The SO took me to Cane's for lunch and I treated him to Freddy's for dessert. I know I will see that reflected in tomorrow's weight but I haven't done that in awhile.
Have a peaceful evening!
Sandy
TMW - 173.2
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