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My MIL used to have a great response when people would randomly ask her age or any other questions she chose not to answer: If you'll forgive me for not answering, I'll forgive you for asking. Said with a genuinely amused smile, she gently let them know it was none of their business. Gardengail

Grandmallie - how sweet of your DH and what a nice surprise! That is really something to keep in your heart. Happy anniversary. Gail, metro ATL

YannieJannie – White, GA is about 25 miles from where I live. Not too far – so you need to get on a plane to visit her at the end of October and then both of you can join in the GA get-together! :wink: So far today… started laundry, cleaned the kitchen, called the company who stained our fence yesterday to nicely say it…

Rhonda – way to go on your time! Pat – thanks for your kind words. Sounds like those of you into scrapbooking need to plan a get-together. Jill – there are others here who make jewelry, too. Sue in TX - come on to Georgia! No gym tonight – worked until 8p instead, but I am off now until Monday, since I worked last Sunday.…

Good evening to all! There were just 5 of us at Longhorn's for the church Ladies Night Out tonight. It was nice that we could talk to everyone instead of the group being so big. I did OK on my calories, too. I ordered the pork chops and had 1, plus 1/2 of the loaded bake potato (the majority of the 'loaded' NOT on my…

Michele - I think Home Depot carries Krud Kutter. I remember a former neighbor using it. Nancy in AZ - think caliche for the clay. It isn't always that hard, but soil amendments are definitely in order! Off to work. GEORGIA GALS - I'm going to host a get-together at my place the last weekend of October. PM me your…

Joyce - DH and I often remark how 'found' money turns up and, inevitably, an unexpected expense appears in the next day or two. Our kids also had xray vision or ESP -- "Mom, I need $2.35 for xyz at school tomorrow." and I would have $2.50 in my purse. That happens a lot! Well, I did NOT leave work early today. The 'one…

Michele – have DH use wi-fi for music at the pool. OR they have these speakers now that you can attach to anything to make it a speaker. I think you can run it off an iPod or smartphone, too, using the earphone jack. And yes, the red clay stains everything here, too. Jodios – try Soma for your bras. They’ve just done this…

Nancy in AZ - is that Sandia Peak behind you in your picture? Jodios – I was expecting you to say the animals had hitched a ride in the back of the hhgregg truck! Grandmallie – CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Hooray – that is wonderful. Seinfeldlove – you joined by posting, so welcome. I don’t have an open diary either as I feel I am…

Nancy in Arizona – I grew up and have lived in and around the same areas as you. Lest you have the wrong impression…most of us in GA garden in red clay! (Not the loose, dark soil I had in my garden when I lived in the NYC metro.) Gail, metro ATL

All you Georgia gals- Gibbs Gardens was fabulous today. We couldn't have chosen a more beautiful day to be there! There are over 17,000 steps/7+ miles on my fit bit after my walk there and after I got home. :laugh: Gibbs Gardens has a valley garden and a 'manor house' garden. Both my friend and I ended up purchasing an…

Bumping to find the new thread. It has been an exhausting week and I'll have to work some this weekend as well. Boss travels Sunday night, and did not get everything done today, so we'll be in the office Sunday afternoon before he leaves town getting the presentation ready. We had a company come this week to pressure wash…

bump for later, though we'll likely be in a new thread by then! Going to a local garden with a friend tomorrow and will get in LOTS of walking. :happy: Gail, metro ATL

Grandmallie - I wouldn't worry about the validity of the lady in need. We are only accountable for our own actions, not those of others, and your's were noble and good. I go with my gut on who to help... but I don't tend to carry cash so have sometimes felt I let down my end of the deal. Was at work all day yesterday, went…

Good morning! We've been to drop off my car for service and have a little loaner car that is NEON GREEN. Should be very easy to keep track of! Should be able to pick mine back up by late afternoon. Grandmallie – did the menopausal symptoms appear when you got the shots and started the prednisone, or did you already have…

Good morning -- just a quick post before I leave for the office. Grandmallie -- I am SO jealous of your weather right now! Just love the fall season, but here in ATL it will be a while yet before we get the cooler temperatures. This summer has been cooler/wetter over all, and I appreciated the cooler weather. My…

Barbara, I didn't download a walking program to my phone, but I did download a metronome app. I can adjust the beat for the terrain, how I feel, etc. It is relentless, but keeps me at pace. I'm otherwise entertained looking at things and people, so don't feel a need for music, etc. Lifted almost 32,000 pounds tonight and…

Tired and just bumping..... Gail, metro ATL

Barbara - so nice to see you back! :flowerforyou: My August goal reporting: Weight sessions: Goal - 10; Actual - 8 Total weights: Monthly Goal - 166,667 pounds; Actual - 174,560 pounds Annual Goal - 2 million pounds, so YTD Goal - 1,333,333 pounds; Actual - 1,505,620 pounds Cardio sessions: Goal - 15 times; Actual - 18…

Bump for the new thread now that I'm back from Asheville. Had a terrific time with my friend, but am so very glad to be back home. Have to finish off the laundry, so more tomorrow. Gail, metro ATL

Cute cake, Michele. Very fun for a party! Did more indoor walking tonight, but didn't get to the gym since I was at work late. Since I'm going out of town for the weekend I needed to run a couple of errands and pack. I'm taking more than usual, but since it is supposed to be hotter over the weekend wanted to have some…

bumping to get to the new thread --- hope everyone has a terrific day! Gail, metro ATL

Helen - you made it over to the thread, YAY -- you'll love these ladies as much as I do! Gail, metro ATL

Muse - those teams are so true! :laugh: Everyone finds their own way, but some sure do get heated up about their method. Gail

Evening, all -- just checking in again to mark my place. Walked / wogged for an hour in the house tonight. My dog is certain I'm crazy and is probably right! In any event, I got in the steps necessary for the day and was able to stay relatively cool, though I still did work up a good sweat. Eager for fall here, too. Gail,…

Welcome, Helen – Log your food and exercise honestly and you’ll do great! Since you mentioned being over-50….. join us at the thread: WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2013. Good group of supportive gals with loads in common. Gail, metro ATL

Joyce - does your Y have the (free) Coach Approach program? If so, make an appointment as the first re-entry point and that should get you started back. You're really not accountable to anyone but yourself. And how does anyone at the Y know you haven't been going, anyway? When I'm there 1) I tend to focus on MY workout; 2)…

bump - not much to add today, though I've read the posts. Suzy - sorry about DH's foot! Yowzaa!! Gail, metro ATL

My condolences, Liz. Take care of yourself. Your sister knew she was deeply loved. Gail, metro ATL

Hello to all -- sure have not felt motivated this week, or last. I've been reading the posts and logging, gone to the Y a bit and walked a bit (getting my 10,000 steps each day), but, meh, just don't care. And, my goodness, hungry all the time! I'm feeling pretty tired the last couple of weeks, yet haven't been sleeping…