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Serious Question
Why are so many people concerned with what others do? There have been a lot of posts lately berating the habits of others, and I just don't get the logic behind it.
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No Microwave!!!
I love trying new recipes! However, I think about two-thirds of the recipes I've looked at in the past few months involve a microwave. My husband and I do not own a microwave. With counter space VERY limited (none in the "kitchen" only in the pantry), I opted for a convection toaster oven instead. I won't eat a lot of…
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Latest NSV :)
Yesterday I stopped at Maurice's to check out some cute colored jeggings (jean leggings) for work (I teach 7th grade, and being somewhat fashionable is helpful in building rapport). I grabbed the gray pair in a medium and went to the fitting room. Since I was alone, I walked out and checked the dreaded triple mirror. Alas,…
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Fiesta Crock Pot Chicken
I got this recipe from a coworker... YUMMY!!! 2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed 1 can corn, with liquid 1 jar of salsa, as mild or hot as you choose Put all ingredients in crock pot. Cook on low for 7-8 hours. Shred chicken, return to crock pot, and serve with chips or as a meal…
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YIPPY!!!
I teach 7th grade, and our student council is sponsoring a "Cancer Awareness" week. Each day, we're encouraged to wear a different color. Today, is PINK!!! Of course I have pink, I lost my mother to breast cancer 6 months ago. I've got TONS of pink clothes. BUT... I had a certain pair of dress pants in mind. They're pale…
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My Favorite NSV to Date...
I teach 7th grade. With that, comes all the trappings of dealing with adolescents. One particular student from last year was quite a pill, even going so far as to call me a f***ing b***h in class. Today as I was heading to the cafeteria for lunch duty, he looks at me and says, "Mrs. F., don't take this the wrong way, but…
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Link Between Childhood Vaccines and Autism
http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/01/05/autism.vaccines/index.html Give it a read if you're interested.
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Bowling
So, this may seem obvious to some, but... If I bowl tonight, and it takes about three hours, how much time do I log if there are four people to a team? I was thinking 45 minutes (3 hours, divided by four), because the whole three hours seems a bit high. Thoughts?
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A Lesson from Thumper's Father (Bambi)
Most of us have seen the Disney Classic, Bambi. How many of us remember any of the "between the lines" lessons? My favorite comes after Thumper giggles at a not-too-sure-on-his-feet Bambi... Thumper: "Kinda wobbly, isn't he, Mama?" Thumper's Mama: "Thumper! What did your father tell you?" Thumper (looking rather forlorn):…
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Two Days, Two NSV's
Yesterday, I wore my gray "khaki" pants. I wear them quite often, as they are cute AND comfortable. I spent more time pulling them up yesterday than anything... TIME FOR A BELT!!! :happy: This morning, I put on my pink Nike spot top (sport bra & tank top in one). The last time I wore it, I needed my husband's help taking…
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Another NSV for Me!!!
I bought a super-cute pair of gray dress pants last September (the 20th, I remember because it was the day I picked up my glasses). I wore them on Wednesday, and they were slightly too big!!! I'm definitely going to have to have them taken in when I lose the next 10 pounds!!! :drinker:
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My Latest NSV
I teach 7th grade, and my coworker's daughter and her friends are former students of mine. They are now in 9th grade. My coworker informed me the yesterday that the girls were commenting on how good I looked when they saw me the other day. Who knew that teenage girls actually paid attention to how their teachers looked?…
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FB Question
Does anyone know anything about deactivating Facebook pages? My mom passed away last month, and before she passed she had asked that we deactivate her account after she passes. I deactivated it a few weeks ago, but this morning her account is up and running. It is possible that my brother put it back up, and I'll be…
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Cytosport Muscle Milk Light
Anyone use this? Amazon has it for like $18 for the 1.5 pounder if I have it shipped automatically (every 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 months). The reviews were excellent, but I was just wondering what my MFP pals thought. FYI: I always get vanilla protein powder so I can use it in smoothies (I'm not a fan of chocolate with fruit).…
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Another Running NSV
I started a C25K program earlier this summer. I hit a mental block when it came to running two 15 minute intervals with a 2 minute recovery. I could jog 12 minutes, recover 2, and then jog 20+ minutes. I just couldn't do the two 15 minute runs. I decided that it must've been mental and went out today to just see how far I…
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Opinions, Healthy Debate, and... Name-Calling?
When you post on here, you're inviting the opinions of others. Sorry, but you are. You might not like some of those opinions, and some people might not like yours. That's OK. We don't all have to agree. We can have a healthy debate. Debating, by the way, involves using FACTS to support you opinions. Since this is not a…
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Butternut Squash Fries... DELICIOUS
Preheat oven to 425 Cut butternut squash into "fries" (I used a mandolin slicer.) Lay out on baking sheet Sprinkle with salt Bake for 20 minutes, turning half-way through OMG!!! Delicious!!! If you like sweet potato fries, you'll love these.
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Finally Hit the 5 Pound Mark
I've been at this since the beginning of June. Yesterday, I finally hit the 5 (well, 4.9 actually :blushing: ) pounds lost mark. Yes, this is slow-going, but I'm OK with that. I'm one of those people with less than 20 pounds to lose so I know it'll be slow. I honestly don't know what's different this time, and why I…
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Searching...
Yes, we all know that there is a search function for the forums. Yes, we all know how to use it. Here are a few reasons why I sometimes post a topic that I could have found through searching... 1.) There are a LOT of posts, and I don't have time to read through hundreds of posts. I'm sorry if this is annoying to you, but…
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testing
123.. can anybody hear me? Sorry. Listening to BNL.
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Holy NSV, Batman!!!
All summer long I've been whining about how I've only got one pair of shorts that fit me. I just slipped on a pair that, three weeks ago, I could barely close! Woot-woot!!! They give me a bit of soffet action (like muffin-top, but only on the sides, you know... soffets=overhangs), but they're fine with certain shirts. YAY…
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NSV!!!
I was at a birthday party last night and ran into friend I only see a few times a year. I last saw her over the Fourth of July weekend. Our conversation went something like this... Friend: Wow. You've lost weight. Me: Yes, a little. Friend: Like 20 pounds, right? Me: No, about three. Friend: Wow! You must be working out,…
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ugh...
In the past 12 days, I have gained 0.7 lbs, but I've lost 0.4% body fat. I know the weight is likely due to a new and more accurate scale, but this is getting ridiculous! I tend to go over on sodium a few days a week, but I drink plenty of water so I don't know... My measurements have also been stuck for 3-4 weeks.…
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YUMMY!!!
If you like the Pepperidge Farm Raspberry Milano cookies, you MUST try the new Newton's Fruit Thins - Chocolate Raspberry. :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart: :smooched: :heart:…
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NSV... I guess
The other night I made some boneless, skinless chicken breasts for dinner. I "fried" them in a pan on the stove top in a little olive oil. I added a tiny bit of salt (2 turns on my grinder for 3 breasts) and pepper. As we were eating, my husband looks at me a says, "The chicken is seasoned REALLY well. What did you all…
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Thinking About Experimenting...
I've got this delicious mango salsa recipe (mango, red onion, red pepper flake, cilantro, rice vinegar) that great with grilled tuna steak. I'm thinking of pairing it with tuna for a cold tuna salad-type concoction. Any thoughts?
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Ugh!!!
I've been at this for about 5 weeks. I lost 2 pounds the first 2 weeks. YEAH!!! Then I gained it back. BOO!!! I should mention that I just got a new scale and that might have something to do with it. I've been hovering around 1200 calories a day, and eating my exercise calories back. I've been walking, jogging (started…
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MUSIC
Runners & Walkers, Check out jog.fm, if you like music for your workout. You put in your mile pace (i.e. 9:00 minute mile) and they'll give you songs at that "speed." It's pretty neat! Happy running! Nikki
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Motivated AND Discouraged?
Well, I've been at this for about a month now. I lost two pounds the first two weeks and nothing since. :sad: I've lost some "inches" since then, but not in the past week or so. :grumble: However, I feel great lately. I have more energy, and I was less crabby during a certain time of month than I normally am. I love my new…
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Another Tiny NSV...
Currently, my husband is eating Cheetos. I LOVE Cheetos, and rarely turn them down. After I kindly went into the pantry and filled a bowl with Cheetos, brought them to him in the living room, I only ate 1 (one) Cheeto. I'm very proud of myself right now! :drinker:
