SAHM 10/5-10/11

Happy Monday! Eventhough I'm not to sure how happy it will be. I am starting to feel sick and in the past that is a really good excuse for me to throw it all away...I'm not this time though!

Shea as for the aunt flow (love that name for it:laugh: ) I always seem to gain weight during that time of the month but again I usually eat way worse during that time too. I seem to crave crazy amounts of carbs and sweets. It's almost that time for me to so it will be interesting how I deal with it.

I think even if you do gain though, if you know you are eating right then it will just go right away so don't let the number get you down. Maybe you just shouldn't weigh while auntie is visiting and you won't get discouraged either way.

Welcome ChriStrength & aimstein! :flowerforyou:

I had a good weekend. I ate too much, but I stayed active too. We got some of our Halloween decorations out. We're going to finish putting the lights on the bushes this week. I did well on my water intake, but not on logging my food. Unfortunately, McDonald's now has Bakugan toys, so we went there for lunch 2 days in a row! :noway: I'm afraid with the Bakugan toys there, we're going to be eating there more often.

When I was in college, the Happy Meal would satisfy me. I used to get them all the time because the other combos were too much food. Now my hunger is satisfied after eating a big mac & medium (what USED to be the lg) fries! I should get back to eating the kid's meal! It's still not healthy, but should help those cravings.

I hope everyone has a happy Monday!

Lettuceb- I have never had butternut squash how does one eat/cook one of those? I'm trying to challenge myself in eating a vegetable once a week that I don't normally buy and that's on my list to try but I haven't a clue what to do with it?

sunnyd30- keep it up. I've been fighting a cold all weekend and I had NO energy to speak of. I wanted to work out but didn't really feel up to it. Instead I walked on the tredmil and before i knew it I was feeling much better and stayed on for 45 minutes then did the same thing yesterday and stayed on for an hour! Thanks for the advise to, I'll stay off the scale this week I know if I gain i'll just be disapointed.

Have a great Monday everyone. :smooched:

Oh NO! I am so sorry! That is so scary! Im glad u recovered ur pics, that has always been my biggest fear with fires is losing my pics. Glad everyone is okay!

Hey Guys!!

So, update first....we're all doing really well. The house is basically cleaned out, and we're hunting for a new place to live until the house is rebuilt and ready for us. We found the cellphone and the last few pictures I was missing, so all is accounted for.:drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

Just a reminder....PLEASE check your smoke alarms, and meet with your insurance agent. Be informed about your coverage.

okay...Now.....

Pictures....
The back door, looking into the dining room...kitchen in the distance.


Living room


Girls Room


Brendan's Room


And for all that...I'm getting back to eating right tomorrow. the place we're staying has a gym and a hot tub (and a MAID. :drinker: ) :laugh:

Angiered,
Oh my goodness, have you had a week! Just to think I may have complained! I hope your recovery is quick :0) Insurance companies are no fun, stand your ground!

I vow I shall NEVER bake an entire batch of any sweet again without a clear recipient in mind. I ate 4 brownies over 2 days, therefore went over on calories for 2 days. NEVER NEVER NEVER

I will however send them to work with my husband, great way to still bake, and support out troops Hooah!!

Great for you sunnyD! I have had a bit of a stiffness going on this week from my tractor accident, so it's great to hear that you are doing so well!