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That sting sounds awful, Lee! Mean old thing! Skip, it sounds like you're healing well. I'm so glad! Dennis, I hope your DW feels better today! Was your dinner out with friends fun, Kelly? Dave, you talking about that fridge keeps reminding me that ours is 20 years old. I know it's going to crash sometime! Bob, I love…

I woke up super early for no apparent reason today ... weird. So, here I am. I'm representing WW at a health fair later on, in 2 shifts. The first one is 10-1, then I do a workshop near GR, then hustle my tush back to do another couple hours at the event asap. I haven't done one of these in a LONG time! I hope it's fun. So…

That sucks, Skip. I hope you can rest today. Yes, the progress is exciting, Raine! I'll bet you'll be SO ready to live there by the time it's done! How's Jack lately? Enjoy your date night, Lee! Nice loss, Kelly! 2# is amazing!!! Woo-hoooooooooooo! I hope you have a beautiful day on the lake, Mary! We had such a nice time…

How scary, Lee! I'm so glad it didn't take out the office! Nice work on your losses, Kelly! Mary, your son is blessed to call you mama! As for his friends, maybe you could take them out one night? Dinner and a show or something? Jim and I love comedy places, personally. Skip, I'm so glad your surgery went well, and that…

I agree about the great messages in that book, Lee! There were several powerful bits of wisdom ... about staying in the moment, about facing the future instead of the past, about doing what you can and letting go of what you can't, about the truth of human nature in general. I've got my last workshop of the week today,…

You made me cry, too. So beautiful. RIP, Sarah Jane ... and know that one day you'll get to play and run and retrieve with your Master again.

Skip, I'll be praying for you tomorrow. What did you buy online? Anything fun? Good save on the anniversary, Lee! Did you make the card, or buy it? I love the cards Jim makes for me ... they're so sweet. Steph, your mom doesn't like kilts? I think they're kinda sexy. I'm so glad for your good report, Bob! I hope your hike…

And a lovely salmon it is! It really brings out the blush in your cheeks. :blush:

Wow! Lots of drama in the neighborhoods! Raine and Mary, they're messing with some strong, capable women here. Their mistake, for sure. Happy anniversary, Lee and Mrs. Lee! Let us know what you scramble to do for it. Maybe a nice date night? The Art of Racing in the Rain is out. I loved the book! (dog story) Of course they…

Maybe an 80's band or movie t-shirt, Lee? Bon Jovi? INXS? Top Gun? Rocky? Something like that? And you could tight roll your jeans. How was the concert, Mary? That sounds like such fun! You always seem to be doing cool things ... what a blessed life! I am sorry about the neighbors, and also proud of you for standing firm…

HA HA! Lou, oh no you di-n't! :smiley: Skip ... wow. I've tried hard to put together an event that will be uplifting and fun for the ones who come, to have something for everyone. I'm so sorry you've felt that way about your reunions! I hope no one leaves this one feeling that way. One of the things that I've been so…

Mmmmmmmm ... roast beef .... Lee, how cool that your family has its own town! You're FAMOUS! Have I told you guys I'm planning our next class reunion? 30 years (I'm OLD!) I can't remember if I mentioned it. The $$ was all due today to save spots ... which means I'll be getting an influx of checks in the mail for the next…

Tracking works! But only if you use that information to adjust what you eat so that you're eating less than your body is burning. :) There's always a string attached, right? Razzle frazzle. On that note, I ate about 10 bajillion SP last night at date night. They will show up on my thighs, but they were delicious. I'm…

Good morning, BBB! I hope you get rest and coffee SOON, Skip! Until then, perhaps you could wear a warning sign? :) Zucchini and cucumbers sound GOOD, Lee! And you're right about the butterflies ... although a psychologist friend of mine believes it was closer to a bit of trauma response from something that happened a…

Steph, that is a freakishly LONG way to ride! WOW! Happy birthday to Lola! I'm sure you made it special for her, Dave. I'm going to believe the mama got her kitties, Skip. Kelly, I'd like to hear more about your big plans, too! I get to meet our Regional Director today ... my Territory Manager is bringing him to my WW…

Raine, I'd love to hear more about your current job stuff, if you're allowed to share. It sounds exciting! "Out of the comfort zone" can be refreshing ... or stressful. Mary, I hope you have fun with your disco night! Bob, I googled that flower. I think I saw one once at Meijer Gardens around here ... but it wasn't in full…

Oh MY!!!! How close were you to that guy, Dave? Lee, those are good, solid qualities! Very nice! I'm predicting today will be a long, boring day. I don't work, and Jim's not here for our usual date night. Boo. I'm hoping to get my nails done, and I have AA, but that's it. With just me here, there's nothing to clean up,…

How exciting, Lee!!! If it were me, I'd already be starting on the flowers and decor. :) What do you love about her? 30 days, Steph? WOW!!! The countdown is on! I agree with Dave, Sam ... that peel doesn't sound nice. But wise. You're one tough guy! Kelly, you never cease to amaze me with all the things you do. Installing…

I'm home! I had a nice time, but it's really weird being here without anyone else in the house. The dogs come home tomorrow, so I'll have them at least. It's quiet. And clean. And lonely.

Lou, I've been wearing sackcloth and ashes since yesterday afternoon, when I received the horrible news. Thankfully, a trip to Francesca's for a chunky turquoise necklace during date night helped brighten the mood. I love watching the progress on your new home, Raine! David, for some reason when I read about Rita posting…

My eye is improving. I had an appointment yesterday, and I have another tomorrow to check it again. Gotta keep those drops going every hour in the meantime ... they're working! Busy day here. I've been doing laundry and packing and making lists of things we need to remember for our trip ... we leave Saturday morning. I…

In case I've never mentioned it, I'm a HUGE Brene Brown fan. I've read everything she's written, and in the middle of Rising Strong, which I think is my favorite book so far. Powerful stuff. It's changed me, and I use it in daily life and at work all the time. Today is my long day. Hugs to everyone!

Happy happy happy BIRTHDAY!!! HUGS to you!

Skip, how did your wife feel about the visit? If we had uninvited company, Jim would be annoyed, but I'd be totally frazzled trying to make everything perfect with no time to prepare. I hope that tomato is absolutely DELICIOUS and fit for the king you are, Lee! Your new tree sounds gorgeous. I love magnolias. I wish the…

I'm glad you're having a nice visit with your dad, Skip! Happy b-day to Dennis's queen! I like her throne! Kelly, I'm with you. It was annoying the heck out of me when I was trying to get to sleep last night! Raine - SO EXCITING!!!! I'll bet there are some critters that show up when they dig holes like that down there! The…

Good morning, BBB! I'm home and almost back to normal. I still need to prep some food for the week, as groceries were just delivered last night. The trip was AWESOME. In every way. Completely incredible. I haven't read for days ... I'll try to catch up at some point today.

I'm so sorry, Kelly! How awful. I hope her little girl has a strong support system to surround her and love her now. And why aren't there picture of your new haircut? I just checked fb. Nada. Take care of that knee, Lee! Be kind to it. You're important to us! I leave for South Bend tonight, and then fly out at 6am tomorrow…

Have you guys had too much rain and cloud, too, Lee? It's been the cloudiest summer I remember here. Yesterday was sunny, though, and so far today it is. Jack's a STAR!!! Again! In our house, the potted plant get dumped because of a poorly thrown tennis ball by ME, usually ... not the dog or the kid. Although the dogs get…

(((((Tom)))))) How are YOU doing through all this, Raine? It must be wearing, even on someone as positive and strong as you. Skip, it's good you have that house to keep you occupied. What will you do when it's all perfect? Maybe you'll need to build another! How'd your doc appt go, Lee? It's cold here, too, Steph ... I…