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Gary, good for you on those zeros! I have a wine cellar that is calling my name today. I did have a zero yesterday but today will probably be a cheater day. We're having our kitchen remodeled so I have no countertops or sink and my kitchen is in my spare room. Utter chaos! But thank you for the comments re: my art work!…

Gary, that's great about your zeros! I didn't fare as well -- but it's a new week. Imbibed all weekend and now it's time to scale it back for the week. Evenings (happy hour) are always tough as we are in such a routine so I'm going to have to change it up. Plus with my husband's fracture, we are pretty much housebound for…

Syd, oh no! Sucks to hear about your ankle! That's how my husband sprained his and he's not mobile, either. Hope you heal quickly! I've been getting up at 6 am and driving with my dog to our small town (5 min away) and walking the town while no one is around. It's about 30 minutes of exercise and I'm pretty proud of myself…

Hope everyone's week is off to a good start! It's nice to have a short week. Been way too hot here so am looking forward to 82-degrees at the end of the week! My husband sprained his ankle yesterday so the weekend was 50/50 ...hoping it heals fast so we can get the kayaks out this weekend.

Syd, I'm avoiding the scale as well - even though I am back on track. I figured May 31 might be a good time to revisit it. :) Not that I trust scales anyway! Every time I go to the doctor, it's always off (and not for the better.) Enjoy your quiet evening. Sounds lovely. We are just back from a game or bocce ball and…

Syd! I didn't even see that it turned that word into "kitten" -- too funny! Well maybe I coined a new phrase?

Happy Friday! It was not a successful week as far as zeros go... not a one. Last night was a 4! Been that kind of week, but back on track Monday. THank you for the thoughtful notes Gary and Syd. I've been dealing with this my whole life, so not sure why I set myself up to expect something different. It's definitely her…

Ann, congrats! I think it's awesome that you adore her young man. My son also asked permission to marry his fiance. Chivalry lives! Having a bit of a crap day today and am trying not to open the wine. May not happen. Anyone else ever deal with a family member (or friend) who you just can't do enough for? That's my day. My…

Syd, congratulations on your son's home. You must be so proud! That's an awesome accomplishment for a young man. :) I hope you are enjoying your beach time! And you, too Gary! Back to work here, but we really enjoyed Boulder, CO. Hiked a snowy trail around the lake at 9500+ elevation! Crazy! Ate and drank too much and will…

Happy Tuesday, all. I had a great visit with my friend but over-indulged in every way (food, wine... ) It's been a stressful year with our daughter so we decided to take a break from everyone this coming weekend and head to Boulder, SO... the over-indulging will probably continue. Going to behave today and tomorrow to gear…

Syd, I couldn't agree with you more! I think it's awesome that you are able to see those changes taking place through the work your son does. That's so cool. Hope everyone had a good weekend. I'm on track today after a light-ish lushy weekend. Yesterday wasn't too bad. But oh, it was Monday. Okay, so weekend was lushy. And…

Ann, thank you for your comment! I also totally understand your worries about your daughter. I have similar concerns with my grown daughter and I agree that we need to talk about it more openly. It's good to know you're not alone. And, I TOO will be having a drink -- or two -- tonight. Scales be damned, it's Friday. Happy…

So I was so excited about my progress in April and then went to the doc and my scale is about 3 pounds off! And not in a good way. Ditched the scale and have a new one coming from Amazon. Feeling a tiny bit deflated but ready to start again today. Happy bday Syd! Robin, I hope you have a fabulous time on your trip!

Good morning Lushes! Hope your week is fabulous. Mine started out pretty crappy but I'm enjoying some very nice weather here in the N. Georgia mountains (except for the pollen...) Dinner with friends tonight so it's a light breakfast and salad for lunch. Wine is on the horizon. Have been pretty good all week sticking to…

Happy Tuesday everyone! Yesterday was a crappy day. Got news that my sister's x-husband committed suicide -- or accidentally OD'd. The jury is out, but either way, he's a 53 year old father and grandfather and for the family, it's just so awful. So, today is a bright sunny day and I'm cleaning and painting and trying to…

Ann, thank you! I hope you have an awesome weekend, as well! Robin, that sounds heavenly! I've never been to Hawaii and it's on the list! Sounds like you have some awesome trips coming up. Isn't it nice when we have some fun things to look forward to? Even just a weekend away from the everyday. I'm so glad you're doing all…

So last night was supposed to be a zero but it was a nice evening and we were sitting out on the front porch rockers, my husband with his bourbon.. so it was a 2. Sometimes it just makes sense.

Gary, I'll definitely post some pics this week now that it's all organized! Good luck with your visit - and I'm with Syd, 4 nights is a LOOOONNG time for family. Hope you have those gummies stocked up!

Gary, mostly abstract art with acrylic and alcohol ink. Just created a studio space so hope to do more of it this year.

Sorry to hear things have been rough this month, Syd! I'm also trying to get into meditation so would love to hear how that works for you. Keep at it! Was happy to see the numbers drop on the scale this morning though I have zero trust in the machine, to be honest. Up one day down the next.. frustrating. Last night had…

Gary, I wish! Gummies would be great.

Gary, wow, health insurance is definitely our biggest concern, but I am thinking we're going to do the catastrophic after Cobra runs out. I'll still be working so I think I'm his pension (or so he says!) I've been pretty good on the booze (as I'm sick) -- one on Monday- zero yesterday - planning on zeros today and tomorrow…

Oh I hear you about the zero loyalty! My husband is trying to retire this year so we're in the same boat. Glad to hear you're maintaining a balance, even with the zeros. I'm trying to figure out a plan for getting rid of at least 25 pounds now. That alone will drive you to drink. :)

Robin, congrats! Happy almost weekend everyone. Last night was a zero but tonight I'm going to enjoy one (or two) glasses or red wine. Aiming for 4 zeros next week. I just did a check in on the scale and I've GAINED 7 pounds since last year at this time. It's time to really get serious. Feeling a little discouraged at the…

Thanks for the welcome backs, all! :) Robin, great job on the zeros. I had 1 zero and hope to have another tomorrow. Two per week is a win for me! ;)

Trying to stay on track here and it's been a challenge. My son is getting married in August so I need to really kick at least 15 pounds. I've been off an on this week with the wine but dinner out with friends promises a glass or three. Happy Spring to all !

Hi all! I've been away forever. Started the year with the flu and am still in a funk. No wine since 2018. Mostly because I have had no desire to drink. Gotta make a change this year and lose the weight. Hope all of you are doing well and have hit the new year off right! Happy New Year!

Well I've been away from MFP and gained 5 pounds... so I'm back. And need to really kick things into high gear. Mon = 1 Tues = 1/2 Wed = 0 Thurs = we are going to a wine dinner, so it's probably going to be at least 3.

Took care of our two granddaughters on Sat so racked up a zero this week after all. Aiming for two zeros this week. Hope everyone had a great weekend!

Tried to get in some zeros this week but it was not to be... where do I pick up a package of willpower??? Mon = 1 Tues = 2 Wed = 1 1/2 Thurs = date night and there will be alcohol involved Here's my dilemma, and maybe some of you can relate. After a long day of work, my husband and I enjoy sitting on our screen porch (we…