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Random fact about me: I've never lived in a 2 story home (and have 0 plans on changing that!) Gary, all the healing thoughts coming your dad's way so that he's able to celebrate the holidays with you and your family <3 I'm not getting in any 0s and it's a hit and miss with moderation. Stress is getting the best of me. My…
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Amy, a bottle of wine for me is 3 1/2 glasses because well...my glasses are BIG :p And YUM to steak and crab. Sounds DElish. House hunting went well. we've narrowed it down to a specific model we like. The same builder in 2 different neighborhoods...so whichever pops up first (that's basically turnkey ready) we'll snatch…
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Ann, I was as you put it, fiscally responsible and had the free wine...as well as a margarita at a fantastic Mexican restaurant. This was after a full day of house hunting and well over 10,000 steps. I was so tired I actually left behind the 2nd glass of wine. Weighed in down a pound. 4 days of 0s, Gary?? Way to be…
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Never heard of the Leigh Peele Ultimate Fat Loss, Amy. Sounds like you have a specific plan in place though....which is always helpful. Good luck! Spring break trips are always a good motivator. I've never tried any of the ready made meal programs, but I agree that meal prep/planning can get very tiresome. It rained all…
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Drag brunch Sunday sounds fun, Amy! Sounds like your Thanksgiving was great, Gary. Plugging along here. Dealing with contractors to do some repairs on the house and I'm trying not to let the stress get to me. The house hits the MLS Jan 4. Hoping the work will be done. Lots of rain here has pushed it all back. In the…
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Hope everyone had a great turkey day! :smiley: My niece announced she's pregnant so we that was exciting! Not sure how Artemis Sydney will feel about sharing the spotlight. She put on quite the show for everyone...pretty sure she thought we were all there to celebrate her (and she's not totally wrong) Shared a bottle of…
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Hi Robin! The more food the better?? Maybe she's just trying to be helpful. My brother and SIL do Thanksgiving and I'm very thankful for that (I'm not a fan of all that mushy food) I will bring my famous cheesecake and of course, the wine. My 2 yo grand niece is the star of every family gathering now so no one really cares…
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Gary, you have that new smartphone now...check out and download the app "Calm". There's plenty of free meditations to see if you like it. Average length is about 12 minutes each. I eventually upgraded to the paid version to gain access to more options (it was actually gifted to me for Xmas last year...my favorite gift by…
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I got anxiety just reading that, Ann! :o Sounds like drinking will definitely be necessary :drinker:
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Ann, I had a not so great week too...so I'm cracking down on my eating and exercise. Going to try to get outside today for a hike before we get hit with rain tonight and tomorrow. Gwen, I bet you've lost weight! Glad the intermittent fasting is working for you. What are everyone's Thanksgiving plans? Good grief, I can't…
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63 is way too young, Amy. I lost my mom at that age. My aunt was on hospice for over a year. I think many people think it means end of life...and it does in some cases. But hospice offers so much to the entire family. I hope your meeting goes well, Gary. I'll be thinking of you :flowerforyou: As far as strategies for…
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Oh Gary...so frustrating! :rage: The healthcare system can be complicated enough without people failing to do the very basics of their job. One day/issue at a time is the only way to keep your sanity...but that's easier said than done. :flowerforyou: Birthday celebration for my SIL at the beach yesterday so that meant wine…
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Hi Mama Lush!! Good to hear you're well. Retirement will help even more. Even though my husband's was a forced retirement he's so much happier to be away from that toxic industry. (And he ended up getting the same compensation package as those who retired plus he gets unemployment) Hang in there and please check in when…
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Awww Gary, it's so difficult and heartbreaking to go through. :'( I swear I aged 10 years during the last year of my MIL's life. But she refused help. Be grateful your dad is asking for it. Hospice will help you through so much. They take care of family as much as the patient. I think much of your stress will be relieved…
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Hi Gwen! Good to see you. Sounds like you've got a great plan in place. Good luck! (And please drop in to let us know how it goes...you don't have to be drinking to take part in this group. :) ) I actually had 4 0's last week totally unplanned. I just didn't feel like drinking, which let's be honest, rarely happens :D I do…
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Ann that's a good week! I treat myself to InnOut about once every 3 months or so...worth it!! Your daughter is here during some very summer like weather. We went to the beach yesterday and it was gorgeous!! I'm convinced Robin went to Hawaii and never came back! That's my hope for her anyway. She hated her job as much as…
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Welcome to earthquake country, Amy! You're getting some 0s in there which is more than I can say. Keeping up with my exercise routine pretty well so that's positive but not so great on the other fronts. :/
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Haha Ann :D Ok here's my leadership inspirational quote for you: "A good leader inspires people to have confidence in the leader, a great leader inspires people to have confidence in themselves." (Wish I could take credit for it but that's all Eleanor Roosevelt) I've met my exercise goals this week, so I feel good about…
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Ohhhh...an Argentinean steak house sounds fun. I've never been to one. Ok I need to step up my exercise routine. My shoulder has been f'ed up for several months but that shouldn't stop me from getting in more cardio. So that's my October goal. 30 minutes of dedicated cardio at least 4×/week. I probably should cut down on…
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No sign of Robin. I can manage to start a new thread every 3 months but that's about the extent of my leadership around these parts :D Sending all the positive healing vibes to you for a quick and easy recovery for your dad. I know how stressful it can be! <3 I had 3 glasses of wine last night as we met up with a couple we…
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New thread is up! https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10766750/like-minded-lushes-fall-2019/p1?new=1
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Gary, that's not what your retirement schedule is supposed to look like. :/ Sympathies sent. Amy, you win for the most fun week, and I was on vacation!! :drinker: All well here. Back home after a week in Palm Desert. Managed to relax (aka: drink and eat a lot) as well as do some house hunting. We eliminated a few…
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Hi Amy, I've missed you! Nothing like going from Colorado to San Francisco. :drinker: And I'm *very* jealous about your Rob Thomas concert. I couldn't talk the husband into that one. We're kinda quiet in here but have a few that check in and out. I think we all are looking to log more and all try to do better, so jump on…
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Gwen, I'll give them props for their slogan "shaken, not slurred" :D I'm a boring club soda with lemon and lime (maybe a splash of pomegranate or cranberry) girl. It satisfies my cocktail feeling. Probably because it's my vodka drink of choice. Oh also, I always ask for (or use) extra ice and continuously add it. It's a…
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Gary, great job on the biking! My vacations need to have more healthy activities like that. Any pics? Now that you have your phone you can upload here ;) Ann, your anniversary trip sounds fun. Key West looks like my kinda vibe...minus the humidity! Remind me when I'm complaining about 110 degrees in the summer desert heat,…
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Last baseball game of the season here tonight. It's the husband's Cubs against our poor Padres, but it should be a fun time at the ballpark. Food and drink will be had but we walk a ton when we go, so that should help offset things. Have a great week, lushes!
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Hot and unusually humid here. I don't mind the heat...but kudos to you peeps who deal with that humidity crap. It's yucky. Because of the weather I've been sort of a blob. Cool down this weekend so hope to get out and move more. Hope everyone else is doing well. Still holding onto those extra couple of pounds but at least…
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Yay Gary! The MFP app can be glitchy but it's pretty easy. (Using it now to type this) Happy long weekend lushes :drinker:
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Gwen, what fantastic pics!! Everyone looks great but that color on you is fabulous!! Enjoy the beach, Gary! Dentist appointments for us both today (can you tell our insurance is running out with all these Dr visits we're getting in?) No plans for the holiday weekend other than grilling out. I actually had forgot the…
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Great pic, Ann! I'm with you both...good intentions of doing well with eating and exercise but not having much luck. I'm up over 2 pounds after the weekend. It was worth it tho. Had a 0 yesterday. Husband has his colonoscopy tomorrow so I'm being sympathetic and trying to fast along with him.
