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I too am sorry I've been MIA. Just been caught up in things and haven't had a chance to really get online and chat with everyone. I'll really try and get in here this weekend and really get back in touch with everyone. :) Jenn - best of luck on your 5K this weekend! I'm so very excited for you.

Try drinking some of the plain sparkling water. It is a little bitter, which kind of gives it a flavor when compared to standard flat water. Just having the effervescence, at least for me, makes me feel like I'm drinking a soda versus just plain 'ol water.

Wow April, I think this is your best opening post ever!! *bow* I've updated the spreadsheet and the website!

Kim, I'm so sorry for your loss. :( This is such sad news. I'm very thankful that he was able to be there for Cayla's wedding. *hug*

April - I'm glad you've found some clarity on your feelings. I hope everything works out well for you. Cazz - I saw that cheer scrapbook you posted on you FB...I LOVE IT! The stitching, the embellishments, the poskets, the glitter...*sigh*. It is wonderful. That's a paper bag book, isn't it? It is too cute. You actually…

Oh yeah, Crock-Pot! I saw other posters mention this and remembered a great blog with fantastic recipes! http://www.skinnytaste.com/

Congrats on the success you've already found! There are times where quick foods and drive thrus are the only way you're going to eat. When that happens there are still healthy choices out there. If you must order fries, get the small ones. And when you get a burger, take off the top bun. I know that sounds strange, but…

Who booked a free blowout and styling with Fekkai products at ULTA? ME! :D I got an email this afternoon that they're doing complimentary Fekkai stuff next Thursday 6/8 and Friday 6/9, and all you had to do was call and make an appointment. If you have an ULTA in your area, you should try and get in on this deal!

Cazz - Love seeing those pounds just drop off. And those were happy pounds, anyway. Can't get mad at them for being there, because you were happy when you got them! Alegria - Thanks girlie. :) I haven't gone to the beach yet, just laid out in my back yard. But when I came in hubby told me the neighbor boys were peeking…

Alegria - Having that "I'm a runner" mindset is fantastic! Congrats on accomplishing that. Oh, and you creepy creeper, wanting a picture of me in my bikini! Pfft, what do you think I am, a camera *kitten*?! ....here's the link. :laugh: http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w219/cuddlebunny116/c6aff7b7-1-1.jpg Crystal - Glad…

I just wanted to post a quick thanks to linemansgirl for that link. I'm so excited to try out the suggested zig zag pattern! I'll come back in later to catch up with everyone else; I just had a quick minute on my phone to post. :)

Boobzz - I didn't know there was an apple country in San Diego! I must check this out. I hope the weather holds out for you guys. I think it is so sweet that you're looking forward to the tears. :) Thank goodness she picked a good guy to marry! linemansgirl - WOWZA, you're right, those pounds really ARE dropping like…

AprilVal - Your poor knee. :( Hope that thing heals up completely soon and stops giving you troble. And now your back too?! You gotta stop hurting yourself, lady! ;) I'm so glad to hear your photography is taking off! How great. :) boobzz (aka Cazz) - The reduction may make a difference, since your naturalness has been…

Bump for later. :) I updated the spreadsheet and will fix up the website now. I promise I'll come back in tonight to catch up with everyone.

Good call on cleaning the brushes. I think mine are due. Also like you suggested, I think I'll go back to using just my Bare Escentuals products and then one by one try my blushes/bronzers to see if I can find the culprit. Yay on your NYX order! There a couple jumbo pencils and a lip gloss I want from them, but just…

linemansgirl - I know it is hard to do, but don't psych yourself out over W6D3 before you try it. I bet you'll push through it and you'll just end up stronger after it. Nikstergirl - HUZZAH on the small! I love it when you surprise yourself by needing a smaller size than expected. Such a great NSV. You're very right,…

nolachick, boo on the freebies not being awesome. gpjuicy, be sure to link us to your blog when you get it up and running! DarkSwan, there are so many good DS makeup brands out there, but treating yourself to HE stuff is going to be so fun. Do make sure you get yourself some Urban Decay products! They're just plain great.…

CrystalS, Columbines...gotcha! I'm definitely going to have to look into getting those for my garden. April, cool beans on the two week thread. That kitten is so cute! She looks like a Marie or Madeline to me. :) cenedria, just keep on going with that running. I'm thinking that gain you're showing is actually muscle from…

Sarah - I should probably start looking into a new brush set. My main brush set is over 10 years old from Merle Norman. Then I've got all of my Bare Escentual brushes I've accumulated over the last 5 years. I'll check out Sigma, thanks! Qarol - Totally know what you mean about feeling prettier when you've got your face put…

OK so tell me what the point is to a triple barrel curling iron? I've seen them and always wondered how they worked. What kind of magic can they do? They just look crazy to me!

Oh, and I've updated the spreadsheet and website. :)

JustJenn - Look at you kicking Asthma's *kitten*! Glad you got some great miles in. Hope your knees don't give you too much trouble. linemansgirl - 20 of straight running! Alegria - I haven't made up my mind about the haircut. :laugh: I'm 90% sure I'm going with the $60 place, but I'm still tempted to go to the $15 place…

OH and one more good thing that happened today...I bought 3 Tylenol Precise products at $8.49 each = $25.47. Rite Aid had a promotion where you earned $10 +UP bucks when $25 worth was purchased. First, scanned my club card. At checkout I had a $3 off $15 purchase coupon which I've learned I need to use first in my parade…

Hi ladies! I'm going to go catch myself up and everyone's posts. BRB!

How's everyone doing in their couponing? Hope it is going well! I ran into a little snafu today. Well, two, but one was my fault...I didn't read the ad completely and the items purchased weren't included in the promotion, but it's OK, I still got a great deal. The other one though kind of rubbed me the wrong way and I'm…

nolachick - I'm going to have to check out the Sephora stain you were talking about! And talk about the love for Wet n Wild - I'm wearing Comfort Zone today! I absolutely love that palette. All of the Color Icon palettes I have I totally love. I need to get Petal Pusher still, and I'm bummed that I let myself forget about…

asos has been mentioned in here before. I think I'm too much of a deal/sale shopper to appreciate that site. :sad:

linemansgirl - Look at you run! That's awesome. Thanks for your positive attitude. :D The jeans...meh, I might have to return one of them. One pair I can use as my goal pants, since I can get them on now with a struggle. The second pair, although the same size, I can't even get up past my butt. So now I'm trying to decide…

Jennifer, sorry you're not going to be doing the half marathon, but I'm very glad you'll still be staying active. Spending time in the pool sounds like a lot of fun! OK ladies, girlie question. I need a haircut. Should I go to a salon I've been to that I liked and pay $60, or try a new salon that friends have gone to and…

Lordy, you're not joking!! :laugh: