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Good morning dear friends, I finally braved the scales and am happy to report I have not gained but sadly have not lost, lol. I am good with that. Going back to work has really helped me decrease my eating and gotten me more active. So now I hope the scale starts a downward trend. My son's house sold and they have until…
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Loved this day off. Lunch at the Kroger salad bar with my GF, low cost, low cal, high entertainment. Went to the shoe store at the mall that carries the Danskos. there are only 4 stores in town that carry them, one in each suburb. I tried on all the styles he had and they just are too uncomfortable. Also tried his…
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Evening all, only 5 hours at the cutting counter but it was a steady flow of people with very few times where there was a line. Learning more every day and the girls are so sweet and helpful. Only one nasty customer and she was gone in a jiffy after making her nasty comment. Have had almost none of that since starting.…
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Good evening, I have been relaxing today. Spent time with Mom and nothing more. Start training on the register tomorrow, but only 5 hours. I can handle that. Then will have Wednesday off. So will get my chores done then. Still in shock over last night's game. Nail biter all the way and then to lose because of a poor…
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Whew, another 8 hour day in the books. Worked the cutting counter and it was a zoo! Fleece was 70% off and I will bet I cut a minimum of 100 pieces. At at price everyone wanted some. Most customers bought at least 5 different pieces and I know I had at least 5 customers who bought 10-15 different cuts. I had one lady come…
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Made it through my first 8 hour shift and don't hurt any worse than any other day, lol. 17K steps! 8 more tomorrow and then a day off. Hopefully I will get trained on the register or be at the cutting counter next week. The stock room is fine, no drama but very tedious, backbreaking work. The Uzbek around the store was…
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Janet, that was just the smile I needed after my long day. Thank you so much. So glad I was in the stock room again today and not dealing with the customers. It was a zoo out there. Tomorrow will be my first 8 hour day. Can't even imagine how bad my feet will hurt but I will push through. May try a different pair of shoes…
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Bert, your tree is beautiful. enjoy your time in Chicago. Karla, hope Izzy is better quickly so you can all enjoy the beach. I already have those gel inserts, they can only do so much, lol Talked to mom this morning and she couldn't say enough what a good time she had yesterday. She had never met my great grands and they…
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Counting myself beyond blessed today. My grandson and his wife were able to share the evening with us, something that didn't think they could fit into their busy schedule but decided this is where they WANTED to be. Also got a surprise visit from my 2 great grandchildren and their mom. They didn't stay long but seeing them…
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In case I don't get back, I count you all as my blessing and am grateful for your love and support every day, not just on Thanksgiving. Today I was in the stock room for 5 hours ”unpacking" Christmas! It was daunting to see the piles and stacks of boxes that were filled with Christmas crafts and decor. I barely made a dent…
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Day two in the books. I was trained on the cutting counter but we were so busy! There is still a lot to learn but cutting comes first. Will need to learn how to put all the bolts back where they belong and a few other things. The lady training me was not very personable to me or the customers. Everyone that heard she was…
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And if you don't have my number here it is 937-430-0701
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Cindy, I will pray that one day we meet so I can give you the hugs I have been saving up. I also pray that getting Rick on the right meds will, at the very least, get him on the road to controlling his anxieties. Whether or not that means you two will remain together is something only you can decide. Your patience and…
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Things are coming together nicely here. Edd has been most helpful and for that I am grateful. Usually he only does outside chores and the inside is left to me. Today I will be training on the cutting counter. I have been "studying" the sale flier, lol. Let's just say it is a good thing I am working and not shopping! They…
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Mary Lynn, you could make stuffed jalapeños or mini sweet peppers. Cut in half. Remove seeds and veins. Mix cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, cheddar (or any combo of cheeses with the cream cheese) add chopped bacon and or sausage. Stuff peppers, top with Parmesan and bakes until cheese is bubbly. They are good hot, warm or…
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Day 1 of training done. Sent home is less than 3 hours because they were too busy to spend time with me and I didn't know enough to be able to help out. I start training on the cutting table tomorrow and Wednesday. Just 4 hours each day so will have plenty of time to get ready for thanksgiving, yeah! Only work 4 hours on…
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These beauties started my day off in the righ direction. Thanks for sharing, Bert. The movie as terrific, even not in IMAX. We got the times wrong and decided to see it anyway. I could see where the 3D experience would have made it really awesome but loved it anyway. It is a much more adult movie than the Harry Potter…
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Glorious Sunday all you lovely ladies, working on little projects around here until time to go to the movies. Love JK Rowling and IMAX, plus time with one of my favorite YaYas. The other one is seeing the movie with her hubby this am. Found the recipe for the green bean casserole cups and can't wait to give them a try. If…
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OH my, snowflakes are falling from the sky! I am not ready for winter, of course I never am. I know Janet is happy with this weather so I will not complain for me but will rejoice for her. That is what friends do! I have my chorizo mixed and it is now "aging" until Wednesday. Working on my time line for the big event. I…
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Whew.......did my Zumba and Pilates this morning. Then the race was on. Hit 2 Goodwill stores, Bob Evans to get Edd's salad dressing, Walmart, Marshalls, Kohls, liquor store, Krogers and 2 trips to Mom's. Logged 11K steps so far. Edd has gone to the cabin to help our friend and our neighbor do some projects. Will also…
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Up early here. Class is an hour earlier today and I am grateful for that. So much on my to do list for today and the rest of the weekend. Getting the job changed my timeline for getting ready for Thanksgiving. My lists are made and I am ready to face the day. I will take a little time to sit and talk with Mom since I have…
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Bert, so glad you connected and said your piece with your brother. Hopefully you got thru to him. What a great pic of you, Mike and your granddaughter. For mystery shopping there are several companies that you can sign up with. They have you go to different places to assess their customer service and in some cases their…
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Karla, the Polo Shirt is to wear. I can wear jeans, khakis or black pants with either a white button down or white Polo, basically any white shirt with a collar and no logos. I am happiest that I get to wear tennis shoes. My feet are what give me the most trouble but wearing the best supportive shoes makes it much better.…
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Karla, enjoy your time with your BFF and Izzy. I am not on SSI disability, I started drawing my Social Security when I turned 62, I also had an annuity from Metlife that has matured and I get a small monthly income from that. I love, love, love Joanns and spent a little time yesterday after my interview checking out the…
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Hello again, Jo Ann's offered me the job. Very low pay but I am not looking to get rich, just have some play money. I start next week if all the paperwork goes thru. They said that they almost always hire their seasonal workers after the holidays. Last year they hired 12 seasonals and only 3 didn't stay on after the…
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Up and dressed and ready for my interview. 35 years of nursing was enough. I vowed that if I ever went back to work it would be something less stressful on my heart and soul, something that would have a different type of reward. Since I am drawing SSI I have a limit that I can earn. Mostly I just want pocket money for my…
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Hi all, Karla, hope there is some relief for the dry eye situation. Janet, praying your next surgery in January brings you much needed relief from your pain. I know it will be a long recovery but worth it if you can be put back together in better order. Cindy, hugs for the craziness in your life. Glad you always seem to…
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Hi all, just got back from the cabin a bit ago. Seems like ages since I was here. So much has been going on. Had such fun with the girls making cards on Saturday followed by the most awesome wedding I have ever been to. The ceremony was held in the planetarium. The seats were all in the reclining position so that you were…
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Good evening, it has been a busy day here. Started by taking mom to the eye doc. She couldn't read as much on the eye chart this time. It is so hard and heartbreaking to see her cry. I tried to point out that even though she couldn't read the eye chart she is able to see facial features from across the room and can see her…
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Good morning all and safe travels to Karla and Bert. It is going to be gorgeous here today. I need to get to the grocery for a few things but may wait until tomorrow after mom's eye appointment. She is hoping to start driving in her parking lot soon, lol. She can go to Krogers, the mailbox and the trash with leaving the…
