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Just finished Linda Ronstadt's memoir "Simple Dreams" - - she's a very good writer! Just started The 100-year Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson which is very funny, sort of a Swedish "Forrest Gump".

I've lost (so far) An average 2-year old holding a human head and a guinea pig :bigsmile:

Zealot - by Reza Aslan

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Jill in MA – Wow, that sounds delicious! I too am a lover of Indian food (and all veggies). Thanks for the inspiration, those spices will help to keep one warm for sure Lin in ON – Hoping you “win” at poker (if you have fun only that is still a win, right?) Cleo in PA – Welcome, you’ll find great support and advice here…

:glasses: Crazy Colorado weather - - it is a sunny and gorgeous 60 degrees right now, just back from the park walking Dillon the Wonderdog. Tomorrow the high is expected to be in the 20’s and 2-3 inches of snow here in Colorado Springs by the end of the day. From sandals to snowboots in less than 24 hours :noway: Warming…

:glasses: Well this week marks one full year that I’ve been on MFP. Though due to my unexpected trip to California in Nov/Dec my ticker doesn’t reflect that, I did actually log “manually” while I was gone and managed to come home the same weight I’d left. Considering a month of hospital cafeteria/restaurant food and stress…

DeeDee – I think you may win the title (for now): look on the bright side though, you already have the tiara! :wink: (I too think your new profile picture is gorgeous) Heather – I love that you’ve started writing again. I too have vowed to get out my journal and my poetry notebooks as well as my paints at least once a…

Ann in MO – I think painting one’s own toes is a terrific goal!!! :wink: Welcome to our group Carol in NC – Please do share your warped/wicked sense of humor with us, no need to worry about offending amongst us! Welcome – come back and share/read often :happy: Kathy in IL – Loved your new year’s quote! Hope you feel fully…

Rori – Great NSV on the pants and way to get your shop on!!!!! Hoping the nasty bugs pass you by Katla – Good for you for coming to a decision you’re at peace with. Great news on the wrist brace! Take it slow and steady and try not to over-do Alison – I thought the same thing about the steroids contributing (causing?) rage…

Barbie- thanks for keeping this thread going. Thanks too for the idea of an annual word, I’ve decided mine for 2014 is “mindful”. I will strive to be mindful of my health, mindful of my blessings, mindful of my attitude, and mindful of my relationships. 2014 GOALS: Exercise DVD 3x week 75 miles minimum (Move Your *kitten*…

It's been quite awhile, but wanted to say Merry Christmas/Happy Hannukah/Fabulous Festivus/Kickin' Kwanzaa to all you lovely ladies! Next week will mark my one year on MFP - time flies! Brooke from Colorado "I do not at all understand the mystery of grace - only that it meets us where we are but does not leave us where it…

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An average 2-year old who is holding an ostrich egg :bigsmile: (ignore the ticker below, I will get back there by the end of next week darnit!)

I am too!!!! (jealous that is) :bigsmile: Just went 4+ months with no menses at all, now spent 4 days spotting and (so far) 2 days bleeding. Boo! I'd like to be done with it completely. Guess this is the "new normal" for now. My mom and grandmother were both 53 and I'm going to be 52 in November so think it will be a…

September goals will repeat August, hoping weather cools to make the exercise component easier/more comfortable to achieve! AUGUST GOALS: Exercise DVD 3x week - NO 75 miles minimum (Move Your *kitten* Challenge) 64 MILES Daily exercise of some kind ALL BUT 3 DAYS (weekly time/calorie goals were achieved) Strength training…

Liz, so sorry to hear of your loss. Your presence with and for your sister was a gift beyond measure. Knowing she is no longer in pain hopefully brings you comfort. Take good care of you during this trying time. Brooke from Colorado "We were together. I forget the rest" - Walt Whitman

SMOOTHIES: Here is one recent link (I'm certain if you search MFP you'll find many more): http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/933054-fruit-smoothies-for-breakfast?page=2#posts-16173028 Brooke from Colorado "Trying to break free from a corrupt status quo is a high-risk mission." - Carol Orsborn

"I am restless with the possibility that I am still vital enough to catch the wind in my sails." - - Carol Orsborn Brooke from Colorado

Organic Brown Rice Protein Powder (in smoothies, the brand I use is Jarrow), beans, lentils, split peas, quinoa, soy products (tofu, edamame, soy milk, etc.), La Tortilla Factory Low Carb Tortillas (high protein and high fiber)

Another good link for Standing Abs exercises: http://search.womenshealthmag.com/vignette/wh/search.jsp?q=standing+abs (I do the routine shown in the first article at the site above, it has video plus a printable document) Brooke from Colorado "I am restless with the possibility that I am still vital enough to catch the…

Janie – Here is a link to some great ab workouts, including the standing abs exercises I do (just scroll down that page and you'll see that section). I’ve got a back injury that makes it hard for me to do floor exercises so these have been a godsend, as my belly is where I carry my weight (thanks Mom!!). :bigsmile:…

Well July feels like a bust inasmuch as weight loss, as I hit another plateau. I had tried last month upping my calories but I didn’t lose or gain so am starting this month by dropping my calories back and upping my cardio. We shall see! I’m a frustrating and stubborn 1 pound from my half-way point to my ultimate goal.…

JULY GOALS: Exercise DVD 3x week 0 65 miles minimum (Move Your *kitten* Challenge) :bigsmile: 73.75 done! Daily exercise of some kind :noway: 90+ weather and broken toe got in my way Strength training and Standing Abs every other day :bigsmile: Logging every day :bigsmile: At least 8 fruits/veggies daily :bigsmile: No less…

How about FREE??? The library loans exercise videos. You can also challenge yourself to scour your local thrift shops for tapes and equipment too. I scored two DVDs for a quarter each and a brand-new 3 pack Leslie Sansone Walking Program DVD set for $2 (no treadmill required!) Hope this helps. :smile: