Biggest Loser "Sizzlin' Hot" Summer Challenge

[pjlla]

It is crazy to think that next month Alan and I will have lived here a year. We've used our DVC and plan on staying for 3 days to mark the occasion. It'll be nice to spend a few days and kick back without any stress.

Enjoy your mini-vaca! Where are you staying?

Well I don't drink, not a big cheese eater either from tummy issues. Cars I've got favs both domestic and imported. I'm more likely to get imported little girls clothes or music and sorts.

Thanks for compliment on working with kids. I do have a lot of patience. I have missed working with kids. It's been fun but work because they are used to another teacher. I'm so excited to have income again and also because as long as it keeps working out and I get worked up to full time hours it will help so much with our plans of going to Disneyland in April. Now to keep motivated that should be good motivation to exercise I gotta get used to walking that much again.

QOTD Tuesday:
I love my hair and my changing shade eyes. Two things I'd like to change are procrastination and probably self esteem I can be self critical its not so much what others think its more about what I think of myself.

Fingers crossed that the job works out great!

Lucky that you love your hair. I usually just tolerate mine.

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Evening all! Killed time in a new thrift store (Savers) while DD was at dive class. Spent under $5, so not a budget buster. Bought a small Crate and Barrel serving dish and a small tea light lantern for the kitchen (trying to redecorate above the cabinets after a failed attempt at an Alice in Wonderland theme ). Honestly, not sure what some of these thrift store folks are thinking when they price the stuff. ummm...$10 for a down vest with stains? And a NO RETURNS policy? At least the Goodwill has a 7 day return policy. Guess I need to pick and choose carefully when shopping at Savers.

DD and her friend are going to the local amusement park tomorrow evening. Hoping DS can find a friend and come along.

See you all in the a.m.!...............P

 

[BernardandMissBianca]

QOTD for Tuesday, August 21:

Tell us two things about yourself that you really like/love and two things you would like to change (other than your weight!). Do you work on changing them or do you figure it is a lost cause?

2 things I like - Good listener, and faithful to my friends.
2 things I dislike - my laziness and disorganization, especially when it comes to housework (and I think those things go together. And my nose, hate my nose! I'd like to get it done but I'm to much of a wimp. LOL

It is crazy to think that next month Alan and I will have lived here a year. We've used our DVC and plan on staying for 3 days to mark the occasion. It'll be nice to spend a few days and kick back without any stress.

I can't believe it's been a year already!! Time sure does fly.


Pamela Let me know if you and mom need anything while in Worcester. I can be up there in a jif!!!

 

[JacksLilWench]

QOTD for Tuesday, August 21:

Tell us two things about yourself that you really like/love and two things you would like to change (other than your weight!). Do you work on changing them or do you figure it is a lost cause?

Two things I really like about myself are....
1) That I can have people who are important to me in my life with completely different views on politics, religion, etc and still be able to sit down and have a rational and meaningful discussion about my views and be able to respect them at the end of it still.
2) I'm a pretty good friend, I have to admit. One of my friends is sick today, and has to work a 24hr shift tonight (she's one of the CRNA's at the hospital) so after work I went to CVS and got Kleenex, Vapo-Rub, tissues, and honey, and then went across the street to the ABC store and got two airplane bottles of whiskey, tied it all up in a bag and hung it on her doorknob at her house for when she gets home in the morning. I can't think of anyone else who would do something like that (I'll stop bragging about myself now, lol!)

Two things I would like to change are.....
1) I wish I were more consistent! Anyone who reads the boards can attest, I am not the best at checking in all the time, but I'm working on it, I promise!
2) I wish I could be more confident in big group situations. I'm in a meetup group and have admin capabilities to make meetups, but it is frightening sometimes to have to come up with events people would like and attend. Because if people don't attend like they say (which always happens) I always take it personal and get upset with myself. So I would love to develop a thicker skin in that regard.

 

[Disneywedding2010]

Pamela -- We're staying a Baylake Tower in a studio

 

[dvccruiser76]

Good morning,
Sorry for the delay. I am away and can't hold an Internet connection long enough to post results. I tried twice but keep getting kicked out mid results, so I will try again in a bit.
Sue,

 

[pjlla]

Hi everyone!!

I feel like I haven't been around in forever. Life has gotten crazy but I think calm for the most part. If you remember we were having issues with Alan's daughter. Well, I wrote a letter to her the other night while she was at work. I basically put my foot down but still managed to stay calm and cool. I read it to Alan and he agreed with everything I said.

You fast forward to the next morning and she sees it on her dresser. She walks outside and asks her dad "Is this an eviction notice?" He simply told her "Read it." After she read it she asked him "Is she kicking me out?" "No, that's her way of putting in black and white things need to change and if they don't you have to leave. She's tired of the stress, the fighting between she and I, and if she is in fact pregnant she doesn't need more stress added to an already stressful situation."

I honestly think we got through to her this time but only time will tell. She is working her butt off right now (She worked 17 hours between yesterday and today pulling a double shift). I think she's finally getting her head on straight and going to get her life together.

In addition to that going on my healthy eating and such has gotten off track. I've not looked at a scale in over a week. Quite frankly I'm afraid to. I worked out yesterday for half an hour and plan to keep that up the rest of the week. I got a late night swim in along with a few strength training exercises. My plate is going to be extremely full in the coming weeks. I'm part of a Biggest Loser Challenge over on Sparkpeople and have taken on the role as lead co - captain. I'm trying to help my friend, the captain, get things in order. The team has 32 members and we do a task almost every day of the week between tighten and tone (strength training), last chance workout, weekend challenges, and weigh ins. So there is a lot to coordinate.

THEN.... this happened...



So yes needless to say it has been crazy chaotic in this house. I'm hoping for an exciting weekend but we shall see...... I think the suspense is driving Alan more crazy then me.

Toodles

How did I miss this last night? Anyhow, good for you for laying down the ground rules with Alan's DD. Even in their mid-20's, "kids" need things like that! You let her know that you want to help her (by letting her move in), and now you are letting her know that you are NOT going to be her doormat and such. She will respect you both more in the long run for this, I'm sure.

Best of luck keeping the PG news under wraps. Hopefully your Mom can respect your decision and keep it to herself.

2 things I like - Good listener, and faithful to my friends.
2 things I dislike - my laziness and disorganization, especially when it comes to housework (and I think those things go together. And my nose, hate my nose! I'd like to get it done but I'm to much of a wimp. LOL

I can't believe it's been a year already!! Time sure does fly.

Pamela Let me know if you and mom need anything while in Worcester. I can be up there in a jif!!!

Honestly.... your nose? What the heck is wrong with your nose? I can honestly say I never gave your nose a second thought! Maybe I was too blinded by that great medal you were wearing!

Thanks for the offer. I'm sure that Mom and I will be fine, but I appreciate the offer.

Two things I really like about myself are....
1) That I can have people who are important to me in my life with completely different views on politics, religion, etc and still be able to sit down and have a rational and meaningful discussion about my views and be able to respect them at the end of it still.
2) I'm a pretty good friend, I have to admit. One of my friends is sick today, and has to work a 24hr shift tonight (she's one of the CRNA's at the hospital) so after work I went to CVS and got Kleenex, Vapo-Rub, tissues, and honey, and then went across the street to the ABC store and got two airplane bottles of whiskey, tied it all up in a bag and hung it on her doorknob at her house for when she gets home in the morning. I can't think of anyone else who would do something like that (I'll stop bragging about myself now, lol!)

Two things I would like to change are.....
1) I wish I were more consistent! Anyone who reads the boards can attest, I am not the best at checking in all the time, but I'm working on it, I promise!
2) I wish I could be more confident in big group situations. I'm in a meetup group and have admin capabilities to make meetups, but it is frightening sometimes to have to come up with events people would like and attend. Because if people don't attend like they say (which always happens) I always take it personal and get upset with myself. So I would love to develop a thicker skin in that regard.

You are a good friend! Believe me, things like what you did for your friend are SO appreciated! When DH was hospitalized a few years ago, even the smallest gestures were so important! Don't worry about bragging about yourself. Sometimes you need to!

I am lousy in group settings as well. It doesn't get any easier as you age, but I will say that losing weight definitely helped with the confidence.

Pamela -- We're staying a Baylake Tower in a studio

LUCKY!!

Good morning,
Sorry for the delay. I am away and can't hold an Internet connection long enough to post results. I tried twice but keep getting kicked out mid results, so I will try again in a bit.
Sue,

NBD. No worries here.

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MOrning all! Slept well last night, but fell asleep late! I was cruising Pinterest on my Ipad and I looked over at the clock and nearly fell out of bed! It was 12:15 am! Obviously I had too much coffee yesterday! Here I am preaching to the kids to get back on a school sleeping schedule and I am the worst offender!

Speaking of school.... one week from today DS goes back for Freshman Fest! I can't believe the summer is nearly over! And next year by this time, DD will be gone away!

Lots of little snippets of housework to get done this morning before DD's has her friend over tonight. Toilets to clean, vacuuming, some picking up in the dining room, office, and my room, beds to make. That is the majority of it that I can think of, but I'm SURE I will manage to fill every minute before we leave at about 2pm!

Off to pour a coffee and post the QOTD!.........................P

 

[pjlla]

QOTD for Wednesday August 22, 2012:

List your top 10 "secret weapon" foods in this Battle of the Bulge (you know, the foods that you run to when you are trying to run AWAY from the ice cream, brownies, chips, etc).

 

[pjlla]

QOTD for Wednesday August 22, 2012:

List your top 10 "secret weapon" foods in this Battle of the Bulge (you know, the foods that you run to when you are trying to run AWAY from the ice cream, brownies, chips, etc).

Off the top of my head....

10. Vitamuffins.... all flavors.

9. Seltzer water (keeps me from craving diet coke and beer).

8. Salad (not much of a secret, but I am a volume eater and can eat enormous salads for very few Points).

7. Balsamic vinegar. Zero Points and I can use it as dressing on salad and hot veggies instead of butter.

6. Low carb tortillas and wraps (the flaxseed and oat bran type)... healthy and usually just 1 Point each. I make them into sandwiches, use them for pizza crust, toast them into chips or taco shells.... lots of uses.

5. Green tea.... especially hot. Keeps me warm in the winter, gives me something to sip on instead of soda, is said to boost metabolism, and gives me antioxidants.

4. Skinny Cow caramel cone single-serving ice cream cups. Expensive and contain a few questionable ingredients, but when I MUST have ice cream, this is a great thing to have on hand. Instant portion control and I LOVE this flavor.... add a few rainbow sprinkles and I'm a kid again!

3. Subway 6" turkey or ham sub on 9 grain wheat without cheese, but loaded with spinach, onion, tomato, cukes, and pickles (and avocado when they offer it). Fills me up and feels like a real treat. Sure it is a ton of bread, but for the occasional splurge, why not!?

2. Mrs. T's frozen pierogies stuffed with potatoes and onion. Just one Point each (for the first 3). I boil them, drain them, and the pan fry them with PAM until they are a little crispy. I like to serve them with sauteed onions and peppers, but even alone they are delish. Again, HIGH in carbs, but a great easy dinner and feels like a splurge.

1. McDonald's soft-serve cone. Again, not the healthiest option, but for just 3 Points (and 99 cents), it is a crazy good treat! ........................P

 

[jillbur]

Hard sending my oldest off to college. It is such a life changing event for him and us. Going to bed for now. Catch up with all of you tomorrow.

Oh gosh to you! I have to send of my DD (oldest) to college 2.5 hrs away next Friday 8/31 -- I am teary everytime I think of it - but I want her to go and have fun and study hard and make a good life for herself when she is done with college so I try hard to be positive around her..Lucky for me my BFF is having her annual Labor Day party on Sat 9/1 and I can drink away any lingering sorrow (my Hubs will drive us home!)

I'm sure your children will do well. You both must be so proud of them!

Busy day but just checking in to say I finally had a job offer. WOOHOO!! I had a 4 hr shift today but not sure what my schedule will be like for the rest of the week. I'm supposed to be waiting for a call tomorrow to know. I hope they schedule me in soon don't like saving my whole day waiting at the phone. But otherwise its going good. Its a daycare and sounded like from interview that I'd be working into doing the 2's room. I did 2's before and I loved it.

Congrats and have fun with those little ones!

Sorry about all this with your sister. I think you need to remind her, in a friendly nonchalant kind of way that it isn't a competition between you. You are supposed to be supporting and encouraging one another, not going head to head in a show down!

Thanks for the advice. I did talk to her yesterday and mentioned how this is not a competition. I told DH that I am thrilled that she is feeling better and feels better about herself. I wish she would just be honest. Yesterday she weighed in and lost over 2 pounds. She is very close to her goal weight which is great. When I said, "Wow great job. You must've really busted your butt this week," she replied "No, not really. I ate crappy and only walked twice." Now, there is no way she could only walk twice and eat crappy (according to her she ate out a few times and ate donuts all weekend) and lost 2 pounds (especially when she only has about 3 more to go). So, here I am tracking all my food and busting my butt and at a plateau all while she eats donuts and loses 2 pounds. That's what gets me all worked up. Sorry, I just ranted again lol. But, I've over it. If she wants to lie to me and herself, then so be it.

QOTD for Tuesday, August 21:

Tell us two things about yourself that you really like/love and two things you would like to change (other than your weight!). Do you work on changing them or do you figure it is a lost cause?

Like/Love~1. My organization. I often tell DH that if something ever happens to me, he's going to be in trouble! The kids will never see a doctor or dentist & probably won't have any lunch money lol. 2. I love to cook and bake. I think I'm pretty good at it and so does my family. Oh, and my coworkers often ask when I'm baking certain things for them, so they must enjoy it too!

Change~1. I stress too much about small things. I have always stressed, even as a child. 2. My decorating skills/craftiness is lacking. Okay, it's nonexistant. I wish I could be slightly creative and have to time to do it!

Good morning everyone!

Well, I've done quite well this week. Took off exercise yesterday, it's crazy how much skinnier you feel when you work out! I've been feeling great with all the running and weight lifting I've been doing. SChool started yesterday and with my job it's gonna be a heck of a semester. I've been trying to think of good ideas to take for lunch that can survive at room temperature for a couple hours. I'm tired of PB sandwhiches...if anyone has any ideas I'd love to hear them!

Have a fabulous day!

I think Pamela helped with lots of ideas, but can you get a cooler lunch bag or a thermos. That way you can mix up your lunches. I am looking online for lunch box ideas for my boys for school this year. I found a site called easy lunch boxes (dot com~no spaces). They sell Bento boxes and a cooler bag. They have a picture gallery of lunches and I got some good(healthy) ideas there. I just got my boys' school lunch calendar (they buy about 1/3 of the time) and I told them that we are sitting down & thinking of some good lunches I can pack.

So Mom called on their way home from Dad's appointment with the surgical oncologist. She (the oncologist) is 99% sure that it IS cancer (probably some type of sarcoma). That is the bad news. The good news is that she is pretty sure that it can be removed with good clean margins and that, depending on the pathology report after that, he may or may not need radiation, but probably no chemo. They are getting a second opinion (at the surgeon's suggestion) probably in Boston asap, but will more the likely do the surgery in Worcester (much shorter and easier drive). I will probably to go Worcester that day and stay with my Mom. Kids and DH will have to take care of themselves. Thank you in advance for your prayers and KEEP THEM COMING! I think my biggest concern about this is for my Dad's mental health. I don't want him getting depressed. He is a real "get up and get going" type of guy and having to lay low (and having no energy) will really drive him nuts. Plus at his age, I know that people can have mental changes with radiation. But I am optimistic that this will pass and by next year at this time we will be celebrating his one-year of remission-iversary!

Oh no, I am so sorry about your dad. Luckily, it sounds like it can be taken care of pretty easily. My dad was diagnosed with lung cancer while I was in college. It actually changed his outlook on life. When he was feeling well, he and my mom were constantly taking little weekend getaways or day trips. He took time off work and relaxed, too. He was an engineer (the V.P. at his firm) and worked extremely hard. It was nice to see him living life to the fullest. Unfortunately, he died a year after he was diagnosed, but he had a great last year. I hope this doesn't affect your dad's mental state! Maybe the family can continue to keep him up & going! I will be praying for you and your family for a quick, positive ending.

Evening all! Killed time in a new thrift store (Savers) while DD was at dive class. Spent under $5, so not a budget buster. Bought a small Crate and Barrel serving dish and a small tea light lantern for the kitchen (trying to redecorate above the cabinets after a failed attempt at an Alice in Wonderland theme ). Honestly, not sure what some of these thrift store folks are thinking when they price the stuff. ummm...$10 for a down vest with stains? And a NO RETURNS policy? At least the Goodwill has a 7 day return policy. Guess I need to pick and choose carefully when shopping at Savers.

Thrift stores confuse me. Our Goodwill is so cramped. The prices are reasonable on clothes, though, and I have found a few nice items. Sometimes I do not understand the pricing on other things, though. Old, ratty couch for $100? You can go to a discount store like Big Lots and get a brand new couch for a little more money. I do donate a lot to our Goodwill, but am also going to look into our Salvation Army. I think they have a store with hours once a week or so.


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DH is going kayaking after school so I will not be able to go to spinning tonight. I better get up and do something here at home. DSs have appointments for haircuts at JCPenneys at 4:00. I have never taken them there and since Penneys offered the free haircuts, I thought we'd try it out. I figured I'd tip the girls really well and it'll still cost less than one haircut. DH usually just cuts their hair with clippers, but I want it really sharp and clean for the 1st day of school.

I am also planning on washing sheets today. I hate to admit this, but I do not wash sheets enough. Oprah once said that she has her sheets changed daily. It must be nice!

Other than that & going through the school lunch menu (and coming up with some lunch ideas to pack), it's going to be a nice, relaxing day. Hope everyone has a nice, relaxing day!

Jill

 

[pjlla]

Thanks for the advice. I did talk to her yesterday and mentioned how this is not a competition. I told DH that I am thrilled that she is feeling better and feels better about herself. I wish she would just be honest. Yesterday she weighed in and lost over 2 pounds. She is very close to her goal weight which is great. When I said, "Wow great job. You must've really busted your butt this week," she replied "No, not really. I ate crappy and only walked twice." Now, there is no way she could only walk twice and eat crappy (according to her she ate out a few times and ate donuts all weekend) and lost 2 pounds (especially when she only has about 3 more to go). So, here I am tracking all my food and busting my butt and at a plateau all while she eats donuts and loses 2 pounds. That's what gets me all worked up. Sorry, I just ranted again lol. But, I've over it. If she wants to lie to me and herself, then so be it.

In the long run she will only be hurting herself. THis is NOT a sprint, but a marathon. It is possible that she is eating crappy and losing, but that WILL catch up with her eventually.

Like/Love~1. My organization. I often tell DH that if something ever happens to me, he's going to be in trouble! The kids will never see a doctor or dentist & probably won't have any lunch money lol. 2. I love to cook and bake. I think I'm pretty good at it and so does my family. Oh, and my coworkers often ask when I'm baking certain things for them, so they must enjoy it too!

Change~1. I stress too much about small things. I have always stressed, even as a child. 2. My decorating skills/craftiness is lacking. Okay, it's nonexistant. I wish I could be slightly creative and have to time to do it!

I think Pamela helped with lots of ideas, but can you get a cooler lunch bag or a thermos. That way you can mix up your lunches. I am looking online for lunch box ideas for my boys for school this year. I found a site called easy lunch boxes (dot com~no spaces). They sell Bento boxes and a cooler bag. They have a picture gallery of lunches and I got some good(healthy) ideas there. I just got my boys' school lunch calendar (they buy about 1/3 of the time) and I told them that we are sitting down & thinking of some good lunches I can pack.

Oh no, I am so sorry about your dad. Luckily, it sounds like it can be taken care of pretty easily. My dad was diagnosed with lung cancer while I was in college. It actually changed his outlook on life. When he was feeling well, he and my mom were constantly taking little weekend getaways or day trips. He took time off work and relaxed, too. He was an engineer (the V.P. at his firm) and worked extremely hard. It was nice to see him living life to the fullest. Unfortunately, he died a year after he was diagnosed, but he had a great last year. I hope this doesn't affect your dad's mental state! Maybe the family can continue to keep him up & going! I will be praying for you and your family for a quick, positive ending.

Thanks for the prayers!

Thrift stores confuse me. Our Goodwill is so cramped. The prices are reasonable on clothes, though, and I have found a few nice items. Sometimes I do not understand the pricing on other things, though. Old, ratty couch for $100? You can go to a discount store like Big Lots and get a brand new couch for a little more money. I do donate a lot to our Goodwill, but am also going to look into our Salvation Army. I think they have a store with hours once a week or so.


All of the SA around us closed. Even our GWs have opened, closed, moved, etc. But I think we finally got two GWs that are here to stay (Concord and Manchester). Nice big bright stores.

But I agree with you about prices. And let's face it.... as much as I love a good thrift store bargain, I'd be concerned about bringing home a sofa at ANY price.... bed bugs are making a comeback and I would be afraid of that sort of thing. Anything "soft" that I bring home (clothes and such) makes an immediate trip to the washer and dryer. And books I usually leave in the garage for a day or two until I can be sure there are no creepy crawlies. I am TRULY NOT a germophobic or bug-phobic, but I am a bit cautious.

Anyhow, I think the upper management at these stores needs a reality dose. I understand marking some of the better brand name stuff up a BIT higher than the rest, but why would I pay $12 for a pair of used American Eagle jeans with a very limited/nonexistent return policy and questionable stains when I can get them off the clearance rack at AE RIGHT NOW for just $14??
And $1.99 for a mason jar (with or without lid)??? I can buy a DOZEN brand new ones with lids at Walmart for about $12!??

RANT OVER!

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DH is going kayaking after school so I will not be able to go to spinning tonight. I better get up and do something here at home. DSs have appointments for haircuts at JCPenneys at 4:00. I have never taken them there and since Penneys offered the free haircuts, I thought we'd try it out. I figured I'd tip the girls really well and it'll still cost less than one haircut. DH usually just cuts their hair with clippers, but I want it really sharp and clean for the 1st day of school.

Nice of you to remember to tip the hairdressers well. I know that Tracey was complaining about the lack of tipping with people using the Groupons. I can see that being a problem. The kids will look spiffy!

I am also planning on washing sheets today. I hate to admit this, but I do not wash sheets enough. Oprah once said that she has her sheets changed daily. It must be nice!

Actually, I wouldn't like that. I like my sheets after they have been on a day or two. They soften up a bit. That said, I do love that "fresh from the line" smell and will sometimes wash just the pillowcases to get that smell back! However, someone to change my sheets on MY schedule would be delightful!

Other than that & going through the school lunch menu (and coming up with some lunch ideas to pack), it's going to be a nice, relaxing day. Hope everyone has a nice, relaxing day!

Jill

Enjoy your relaxing time!!

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Off to clean!..................P

 

[pjlla]

Quiet here today. Hope everyone is okay. I may or may not be back today. I am leaving in one hour to pick up DD's friend and won't be home until about 11pm. But I will have hours to kills, so I may end up finding a McDonald's with free wi-fi and sitting with my Ipad.

House is reasonably well picked up, toilets are cleaned, mouse cage is cleaned, laundry is moving along, beds are all made. AND I finished up a "creative" project I've been working on for DS's room. I'll post pictures tomorrow.

TTYL........................P

 

[Disneywedding2010]

How did I miss this last night? Anyhow, good for you for laying down the ground rules with Alan's DD. Even in their mid-20's, "kids" need things like that! You let her know that you want to help her (by letting her move in), and now you are letting her know that you are NOT going to be her doormat and such. She will respect you both more in the long run for this, I'm sure.

Best of luck keeping the PG news under wraps. Hopefully your Mom can respect your decision and keep it to herself.

Pamela,

Thanks for responding. I honestly think she'll keep her head on straight. Alan has been helping her look at cars and such. I think she realizes she's on thin ice with us and knows that if she keeps blowing us off she's out of here. I talked to my mom last night about everything that was going on. She was like "You do know stress causes miscarraiges, right?" "Yes, mom I'm aware of that. That's why we're trying to nip this crap in the butt now. If I get a positive test and she doesn't get her act together, she's gone. Plain and simple. I'm already going to be stressed enough I don't need more added to it." My mom just basically ended the conversation with "Don't make me come down there"

As far as her not saying anything if I am pregnant I'm fairly certain she won't. I mean it won't be hard to figure out if family start saying things like "Oh congrats on the pregnancy." She's the only family I plan on telling right out of the gate anyway. So it won't be hard to figure out that she blabbed her big mouth to people.

I'm excited for our 3 nights at Baylake. After all the stress that's been going on lately its what we need right now. Just to get away for a few days and enjoy some time together just he and I. We don't really have anything planned. We usually just play those trips by ear (perk to living so close ). If memory serves me right I had some dinner reservations made for 2 of the 3 nights. Funny thing is I don't even remember what the heck they are.

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No real big plans today. I'm going to get some cardio in on the treadmill. Its raining so swimming is out of the question. I also need to figure out what w're going to do for dinner later tonight. We had a late lunch so dinner will probably be around 7 or 8. I'm thinking something quick and easy. Alan has to pick DsD up around 9.

Toodles

 

[BernardandMissBianca]

 

[Disneywedding2010]

I like that... It'll be exciting to see where I'm at Oct 23rd.

 

[pjlla]

Pamela,

Thanks for responding. I honestly think she'll keep her head on straight. Alan has been helping her look at cars and such. I think she realizes she's on thin ice with us and knows that if she keeps blowing us off she's out of here. I talked to my mom last night about everything that was going on. She was like "You do know stress causes miscarraiges, right?" "Yes, mom I'm aware of that. That's why we're trying to nip this crap in the butt now. If I get a positive test and she doesn't get her act together, she's gone. Plain and simple. I'm already going to be stressed enough I don't need more added to it." My mom just basically ended the conversation with "Don't make me come down there"

As far as her not saying anything if I am pregnant I'm fairly certain she won't. I mean it won't be hard to figure out if family start saying things like "Oh congrats on the pregnancy." She's the only family I plan on telling right out of the gate anyway. So it won't be hard to figure out that she blabbed her big mouth to people.

I'm excited for our 3 nights at Baylake. After all the stress that's been going on lately its what we need right now. Just to get away for a few days and enjoy some time together just he and I. We don't really have anything planned. We usually just play those trips by ear (perk to living so close ). If memory serves me right I had some dinner reservations made for 2 of the 3 nights. Funny thing is I don't even remember what the heck they are.

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No real big plans today. I'm going to get some cardio in on the treadmill. Its raining so swimming is out of the question. I also need to figure out what w're going to do for dinner later tonight. We had a late lunch so dinner will probably be around 7 or 8. I'm thinking something quick and easy. Alan has to pick DsD up around 9.

Toodles

Prayers that things work out just fine with Alan's DD. hopefully she will realize what a great opportunity you've given her and she won't blow it. Enjoy BLT! Tell us about it when you get back!

Ummm...whoa! I would love an abdomen that looked like that. Sadly it would take the work of a surgeon.....too much loose skin and flab from the pregnancies and 90 pound overage. But the quote is profound and thought inducing!

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Trying to enjoy the free wifi here at Wendy's but I got all of this typed just while waiting to order a small drink! Like their food....hate their service.

Okay...drink in hand and going to enjoy the low carb turkey wrap I brought for dinner. Might splurge on a junior Frosty...gotta look up the Points first.

This is the first time I've ever just dropped a kid at an amusement park....it feels strange, but sheis 17! Time for Mom to cut the apron strings, right?

Be back in a bit..........P

 

[pjlla]

Just like at home, I'm talking to myself tonight!

Spent a few $$at Walmart on essentials (fruit, milk), and now I'm enjoying my $1 large decaf and the free wifi here at McD.

G'night all! See you in the a.m.! ............P

 

[Bethislucy]

I like that. Thanks for posting. I've been struggling and this week so far I've been back on track and that just helps some.

 

[jillbur]

Good morning

Today is my last day of summer vacation. I head back to work tomorrow for training & meetings My students arrive Monday.

So, I am going to hop on the elliptical for about 30 minutes & then head to some stores for some lunch shopping (for my boys~they start back to school Wed). I need thermoses for lunches. I may also look for new lunch boxes that will fit containers & a thermos better than the ones I have. I'm all ready for a variety of healthy packed lunches. We'll see how long this lasts lol. DH pretty much has to be at school/clinicals everyday at 8 so it's all on me to get the kids ready (and myself) & hopefully take them to my mom's so she can get them to school. They have to be there at 8:15 & I have to be at work by 8:00 so it's going to crazy for this 1st semester!

I'll be heading to my body sculpting (circuit training) class tonight. I'm trying to kick it into full gear so I get back into a workout routine.

Pamela~hope the kids had fun at the amusement park. Is it a big one? We didn't make it to one this summer. I felt bad going without DH so we just skipped it. We have a few small parks & Kennywood in Pittsburgh & of course Cedar Point is about 2.5 hours away.

Disneywedding~glad you were able to express yourself to Alan's DD. At least she has a job! I hope it all works out. Have fun on your getaway!

I guess I'll check in later to see if anyone else has checked in

Jill

 

[pjlla]

Good morning

Today is my last day of summer vacation. I head back to work tomorrow for training & meetings My students arrive Monday.

Enjoy the last day!

So, I am going to hop on the elliptical for about 30 minutes & then head to some stores for some lunch shopping (for my boys~they start back to school Wed). I need thermoses for lunches. I may also look for new lunch boxes that will fit containers & a thermos better than the ones I have. I'm all ready for a variety of healthy packed lunches. We'll see how long this lasts lol. DH pretty much has to be at school/clinicals everyday at 8 so it's all on me to get the kids ready (and myself) & hopefully take them to my mom's so she can get them to school. They have to be there at 8:15 & I have to be at work by 8:00 so it's going to crazy for this 1st semester!

Crazy sounding mornings! I see lots of evening prep in your future!

I'll be heading to my body sculpting (circuit training) class tonight. I'm trying to kick it into full gear so I get back into a workout routine.

Pamela~hope the kids had fun at the amusement park. Is it a big one? We didn't make it to one this summer. I felt bad going without DH so we just skipped it. We have a few small parks & Kennywood in Pittsburgh & of course Cedar Point is about 2.5 hours away.

Just a small park...smaller than Six Flags, but bigger than Storyland (and for bigger kids). I'm not a big fan of it, but the kids enjoy it and it has a new rollercoaster that DD hadn't ridden yet. They had fun and rode until the last possible minute.

Disneywedding~glad you were able to express yourself to Alan's DD. At least she has a job! I hope it all works out. Have fun on your getaway!

I guess I'll check in later to see if anyone else has checked in

Jill

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Morning all!

Things are really quiet here! Hope that means that everyone is off enjoying the last of their summer vacation!

Got home late last night (about 11:20pm), put some clean towels in DD's bathroom (she didn't even inform me she was out until the ride home ), and headed to bed, but of course, didn't fall right asleep. Watched a bit of tv and then dozed off.

DS is waiting to use the desktop to play MineCraft, so I will post the QOTD and then move to my Ipad. TTYL!.................P

 

[pjlla]

QOTD for Thursday August 32, 2012:

What are the TWO biggest changes you have made to your eating (maybe something you gave up, something you added, whatever!)? Do you see being able to keep up those changes for the rest of your life???


FLUFF QUESTION: What was the BEST book you ever read? Why? When did you first read it? How many times have you re-read it?? Do you like other things by that author?