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Good morning all. Feel so incredibly sad and am praying for all who are grieving after the shooting in CT. There are just no words. I'm finding it difficult to get back into preparations for Christmas, but need to finish shopping. Hoping that spending some time with my family this weekend will help. DeeDee- Fully…

Jolene- My thoughts and prayers are with you. Deb A

Made it through another week!:tongue: I have a challenging group of students this year. That on top of all of the changes in curriculum, etc...Well, lets just say I look forward to weekends! By Monday I am recharged and ready for the challenges of the next week. I am seeing progress with my students. It is rewarding to see…

Am feeling a little better. I seem to be sleeping better lately, which really helps! Meg- I don't know how you keep up with your schedule! I hope the writing goes smoothly tonight and that you will find some time to just relax. Laura- I don't care at all about having sweets in the house. I am finding that I don't have a…

Just checking in quickly before heading off to bed. I must have a mild version of the flu that is going around. My head is congested and I am VERY tired. Have been feeling like this for about a week, but it hasn't developed into anything more serious. Must be the healthy lifestyle! Laura- What a beautiful post this…

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Nancy- cabbage juice indicator- Brought back fond memories. I did this with my students many years ago when I taught middle school science. I loved teaching science because of all of the hands-on "labs" I could do with them. I try to include as many activities/projects as I can in math, but with the new curriculum and all…

Don"t give up! I have battled my weight all of my adult life, but am within a few pounds of my goal weight now at almost 58 years old. A year ago I was where you are now, but through learning how to eat well, exercise more, and change my thinking so I could make healthy decisions, I have finally found a new lifestyle that…

I also love GL and will remember him as he was. I have listened to his music while walking, cleaning, relaxing,... for many years. Deb A

Happy almost-Thanksgiving to all! I'm taking a short break from cleaning and cooking and thought I would catch up on the posts. i read them every day and wish I could get off the merry-go-round that my life has been since school started in September so that I could reply to all. I love the motivation, support, and stories…

Mary- I played bass clarinet in middle/high school. Love the sound! I would love to buy one, but haven't found any used at a price I can afford. Deb A

Just marking my spot. Must finish report card grades, lesson plans, etc. So much to do and so little time!:grumble: Deb A

Got great news at the doctor's today. No surgery necessary!! I have the okay to resume full exercise with no restrictions. Can't wait to hit the gym and the weights. This also means no excuses- I need to do the 30ds. I need to get rid of the bat wings, too- and the spare tire that is much smaller but still there. Sunday…

Good morning all! I have really enjoyed reading all of your posts and the pictures have been great! I have been too busy to post, but have been keeping up with reading all posts. I am heading to a math conference tomorrow morning and won't be home until Saturday late afternoon. Between preparing sub plans for that time and…

The last picture was Sargent Pepper. This is Maxwell Klinger.

I'm going to try to post some photos-

Thanks Barbie. Welcome to all of the newcomers! Jolene- My thoughts and prayers are with you. Will post goals later. Deb A

Good morning ladies. All is well in central NY. We didn't get nearly as much wind or rain as they predicted. No damage in our immediate area although there are power outages in some nearby areas. I have spoken with all of my family that are in area that did get affected more and all are well. Late evening snacking has…

Janie- So sorry to hear of all of the setbacks you are dealing with. Feel free to vent. Sometimes it helps a little.It makes me angry to think that insurance companies make it so difficult to get what you need and deserve to help yourself get healthier. As a teacher myself, I can see why you would find it too challenging…

DeeDee- Hope you get the gremlins to leave! Enjoy the party with the girls- sounds like fun. All the discussions about VS brings to mind a trip to nyc and having my then not yet future DIL take me to her store for a bra fitting. For the first time in my life I had beautiful bras that fit properly. At first I was…

Jane- She is precious!! Love babies! Our two grandchildren were adopted- one as a baby. There is nothing better than holding a new baby! DeeDee-I have to do with fewer clothes also, but am thrilled to be down as much as I am. I am trying to be more like my mom and have just what I need instead of a huge closet full of…

Kate- have a great trip! I need to get to Manhattan to see my son, but there never seems to be enough time in either of our schedules, much less at the time. I envy your ability to alter clothes. I have changed sizes so many times in the past year- it would have been a handy skill! Enjoy NYC! Deb A

Tomorrow is another day for tests and drs appointment. Hope they figure this out quickly! I'm finding it challenging to come up with work to leave for my classes. Our subs are great with the kids, but not always big fans of teaching math. Didn't get any real exercise in today, but did lots of stairs. Tomorrow, between…

Amanda- I hope your report is good! DeeDee-My dog usually behaves himself at night, but the cat is a different story! Maxwell Klinger frequently decides we have slept long enough and nudges us with his cold nose. When that doesn't work he meows right in our ears.If I push him away he comes back and walks all over us. Very…

You look fabulous!! Deb A

Is anyone having a problem with rs.wallet.com popping up on this site? It prevents me from getting into and staying on the site. It also appears to try to open other tabs. Deb A

Good morning all! I get to start the day at a more respectable hour(verses 4:45 as usual) due to day off for doctors appointments. Dar- Glad your son is okay. When my youngest was 17 I got a call that started with "mommy, it's Kari. We had an accident. Can you come get me?" Problem was I didn't know how to get there and DH…

Had a wonderful evening out with DH and granddaughter. She is 14 and was such pleasant company! We took her to see Flamenco dancers who performed at the restaurant where my DH cooks. We watched the show and then had a relaxing dinner of tapas, wine(adults only), and neopolitan cheesecake. No, I am not even going to try to…

Kate- I live in central NY outside of a small city near Syracuse I have been to NYC many times as my son lives in Manhattan.I have always been with family when there, so have never navigated by myself. My youngest daughter loves the city and travels there often. Probably the most enjoyable trip was the one that I met her…

Made it to the gym after work. Will do either the gym again tomorrow or go to a zumba class. Nancy- Hope the rash goes away very quickly. When I was a teenager, I had head to toe hives that itched horribly. It took doctors a few years to determine they were caused by food allergies. I also work with 7th and 8th graders.…