In search of my body...not the one I ate! Part Deux... We sit at the popular table!

[goofyfan-12]

Hi all...

Crazy day at work today so I have to keep this short, but I am reading and keeping up with you all. Just no time to actually post anything...

Welcome Darla - nice to see another upstate New Yorker in the bunch...

Talk to you all soon,
Paula

 

[ddstratton]

Oh good God, there are two of them now!

Well... Not yet I work for the local county gov't, in IT. When I started here (15 years ago) I was a Key Entry Operator. What that meant was that I sat at a mainframe terminal for 7 1/2 hours a day doing nothing but entering data. Our job has changed with the technology. We no longer do any data entry. I am currently a Help Desk Technical Assistant. What that means is that if anyone in any of the County Departments has a problem with their computer, printer, etc., they call me. Well, me and a couple other techs.

A couple of months ago, my boss pulled me into his office and asked if I'd be interested in taking a promotional test to computer programmer. Um. Let me think about that. A promotional test means more money for me, and I automatically qualify. All I have to do is pass the test, which we are still waiting for (moving at the speed of government here). I have taken exactly ZERO college courses -- I started here shortly after high school, and would not meet specifications of college degrees if I were to take the test off the street, but a promotional test can overlook that. I've been doing half the work now, already, why not get paid for it?

 

[3DisneyKids]

This is the 'princess' in question. However, we don't dare call her a princess. She is much to tomboy-ish to accept that. This picture was taken in May, when we went to NC and TN. This is at Newfound Gap in the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. She is 9 going on about 30.

Yeah, definitely not a princess. I get that. I was a tomboy and now I am SportySpice! My son is 9 too and just finished the 3d grade.




Our very first trip, yes! Not just the three of us, either. We are also bringing my mom (58 yrs old) and my MIL (76 yrs old)! None of us have ever been to Disney World. We're going to be there 10/22 thru 11/1, and staying at the Caribbean Beach with the Deluxe Dining Plan. We are SO looking forward to this trip!

The DELUXE dining plan, huh? Check that with Kat...she just did it. It is a TON of food....and more importantly, it takes a TON of your time. Since this is your first trip, you might not want to spend so much time eating. Just a thought. Yes, we give advice even when not asked....it's what we do.

I *plan* to not be here this morning. I really have to much to do before this afternoon.

Which I am doing one of my FAVORITE things. Look forward to it all year.

A parade of homes, for $$$$million$$$$ dollar homes. Fun. Fun. Fun. One of these days, gonna have me one of them.

So have fun and I'll check in tonight.

Yeah, I am gonna need to hear about that.

So as for me yesterday I felt crappy all day! I was cold and miserable! The weather here in north east NY is crappy. I had to work and I hadn't worked in 2 days so I wasn't looking forward to going in.

Sorry for the crapfest. Kat and I can totally relate when it comes to work.! Hang in there! And...GROSS on the whole cow birth thing!

Y'all have been busy today!!

I have "employee appreciation" lunch and afternoon so I will be MIA until much later.

Darla, thanks for all the info! I am a computer programmer for a bank... been doing this for 12 years now, so let me know if you need any help/advice.

Dawn, glad to see you back posting. We have missed you.

You don't work for me, Kat, but I sure appreciate you!

Just got back from my run...7.6 miles today. Felt really good!!! I could have kept going and I really wanted to so that I could get a new PR, but I was out of time. Had to pick up my kids from my mom's cause she had to leave for an appointment, etc.

 

[believen]

all!
Welcome Darla! I homeschooled my 3-one senior left.

Have I mentioned my DS19, Jake, records local bands in a home studio? This will be going on most of the afternoon, so I will be eating lunch with a friend and then shopping. This is a metal rock type band. I actually liked most of the songs, until they start screaming! Last week he had an accapella group in, 8 teenagers with very good voices. Next weekend, a girl is coming in to do some country songs. It is amazing to see my son work at something he loves. He is very professional and has a true gift.

Be back later, when the jam session is over lol!

Vicki

 

[ddstratton]

The DELUXE dining plan, huh? Check that with Kat...she just did it. It is a TON of food....and more importantly, it takes a TON of your time. Since this is your first trip, you might not want to spend so much time eating. Just a thought. Yes, we give advice even when not asked....it's what we do.

Not a problem. Advice always welcome. Whether it gets put into use or not... Well... The way I see it, having the Deluxe plan will force us to stop and rest at least three times a day. Without it, I'm afraid we would just rush, rush, rush -- commando style. If it was just me, DH and DD, I would probably say that's a good thing. But with my mom and MIL, I don't want to get too wrapped up in what we're doing and forget to slow down. With MIL, especially.

Plus, I just love the idea of having all three meals, two snacks, and our refillable mugs already paid for before we get there. One less thing to think about when we're there. The convenience factor there was a biggie. The only $$ we'll need (as far as meals) will be for tips.

Whether it will work out this way or not.... Who knows? I'm hoping, though

 

[HockeyKat]

Oh good God, there are two of them now!

The DELUXE dining plan, huh? Check that with Kat...she just did it. It is a TON of food....and more importantly, it takes a TON of your time. Since this is your first trip, you might not want to spend so much time eating. Just a thought. Yes, we give advice even when not asked....it's what we do.


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You don't work for me, Kat, but I sure appreciate you!

Just got back from my run...7.6 miles today. Felt really good!!! I could have kept going and I really want to so that I could get a new PR, but I was out of time. Had to pick up my kids from my mom's cause she had to leave for an appointment, etc.

Yeah, the Deluxe DDP was a bit crazy, and Mr Kat and I are both foodies and fat folk (well, I am not as fat anymore...).

7.6. You are a nutcase.

Thanks for appreciating me.

Our employee appreciation was a fajita potluck lunch followed by the Indiana Jones movie. I was a good girl... brought a salad and corn tortillas (95 cals in 2) and ff sour cream and 2% cheese. I did make guac and had some, but that was my splurge. I also just had half an ice cream sandwich (85 cals). I am probably a bit on the high side but I play 2 hours of hockey tonight so hopefully it will balance out.

 

[MaMabearJo]

all!
Welcome Darla! I homeschooled my 3-one senior left.

Have I mentioned my DS19, Jake, records local bands in a home studio? This will be going on most of the afternoon, so I will be eating lunch with a friend and then shopping. This is a metal rock type band. I actually liked most of the songs, until they start screaming! Last week he had an accapella group in, 8 teenagers with very good voices. Next weekend, a girl is coming in to do some country songs. It is amazing to see my son work at something he loves. He is very professional and has a true gift.

Be back later, when the jam session is over lol!

Vicki

My son who's 20 started a band in 9th grade they stuck together until 12th then all went off to college. When they are home the come to our garage and catch up and play. Fun to watch and hear. It is really cool your son actually records other bands too.

Not a problem. Advice always welcome. Whether it gets put into use or not... Well... The way I see it, having the Deluxe plan will force us to stop and rest at least three times a day. Without it, I'm afraid we would just rush, rush, rush -- commando style. If it was just me, DH and DD, I would probably say that's a good thing. But with my mom and MIL, I don't want to get too wrapped up in what we're doing and forget to slow down. With MIL, especially.

Plus, I just love the idea of having all three meals, two snacks, and our refillable mugs already paid for before we get there. One less thing to think about when we're there. The convenience factor there was a biggie. The only $$ we'll need (as far as meals) will be for tips.
I did the same thing getting the meal plan, thought it would be easier. in my option it was kind of a hassle, lots of planing and making sure you are there on time. Sometimes it would have been easier to grab a burger than trying to get across the park. The good part was the no waiting and there is lots of food, really good food.
Just chiming in hope you don't mind. I still had a fun time.

Whether it will work out this way or not.... Who knows? I'm hoping, though

Great day, it's around 82 with a little breeze, wish I could have worked out side. I did take a break and got to moles removed, one on my lip and one above, she did not like the looks of them, the results will be back in 7 days. Then got my hair cut, I went 2" shorter so now it is right on my shoulders, getting a partial color on Monday, can't wait.

The count down to the open house is 3 days, I am going there tonight to see the new carpet and do any last min. pick up and removal. Everyone cross your fingers and toes for a good turn out.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Darla - welcome!

Erika - I'll have you know I wore something today none of you have ever seen!!! Wait, I'm lying. I told you about it, but you haven't seen it. oh, well!

Lyz - I want more details on these million dollar homes!

Paula - Hi!!! Miss you!

Dawn - Hi!!! Miss you!

Steph - sorry you had a crummy night! No, um...then?

Jodi - let us know how it goes with the services, okay?

Nancy - I meant to say like 3 pages ago that your Ginger spice story was Hi Lar ious!

Kat - you deserve an employee appreciation week for all you do!!! I admire your food restraint. I probably would have chowed down.

Speaking off, I had two tough weeks - the 170's are kicking my a$$ - but, I lost again despite going off the rails this weekend. Only -.4lb, so that's 1lb over two weeks, and I will take it!!!

Only 12lbs to 75 lost, and 24 to goal. One pound at a time!

 

[HockeyKat]

Liz, I made up for Steph last night.

I hear ya... the 160s are kicking my ***. I have been there since early May now. Granted, the WDW trip sure didn't help, but I had a major cheat badness last Friday too. Now TOM is heading my way and I am sure to be irritated tomorrow AM (weigh-in). I feel bloated and nasty as it is... and I get the wonderful luck to feel that way for a nice week or so. Bleah. Can I turn in my girl card now?

And I HATE my hair today. Humidity = frizz.

 

[believen]

I have just spent the last hour reading the original thread. OMG! I missed a bunch. -maybe a month or so, lessons, info., makes some things make so much more sense! I went back to 1) look for pictures 2) look at dates for DW trip. I found so much more.

Jodi, good luck on the house, and prayers for Sat.

My drive yesterday went well. My FIL is a great guy. My DH has his sense of humor. They make me laugh.

Steph, is the feeling cold part of the thyroid thing? My mom has recently been extra cold, crabby, tired, She takes Synthyroid, and I think she sometimes forgets.

 

[SeptemberGirl]

Liz, I made up for Steph last night.

I hear ya... the 160s are kicking my ***. I have been there since early May now. Granted, the WDW trip sure didn't help, but I had a major cheat badness last Friday too. Now TOM is heading my way and I am sure to be irritated tomorrow AM (weigh-in). I feel bloated and nasty as it is... and I get the wonderful luck to feel that way for a nice week or so. Bleah. Can I turn in my girl card now?

And I HATE my hair today. Humidity = frizz.

Kat!!! You sly minx, you!!! Go, girl!

My hair was awful because there was no humidity! And it tried to curl and couldn't. Sigh.

I have just spent the last hour reading the original thread. OMG! I missed a bunch. -maybe a month or so, lessons, info., makes some things make so much more sense! I went back to 1) look for pictures 2) look at dates for DW trip. I found so much more.

Jodi, good luck on the house, and prayers for Sat.

My drive yesterday went well. My FIL is a great guy. My DH has his sense of humor. They make me laugh.

Steph, is the feeling cold part of the thyroid thing? My mom has recently been extra cold, crabby, tired, She takes Synthyroid, and I think she sometimes forgets.

Oh, I was going to ask how the drive went! Glad it went well!


Okay, I have to get back on the exercise train tomorrow. Ugh. I am so hungry, though, I need the activity points to eat!

 

[3DisneyKids]

and I plan to pinch-hit for Steph tonight...

 

[SeptemberGirl]

You ladies are killing me!

 

[3DisneyKids]

I guess not! Still feels like it, but so far is a no-show???

 

[Dizneydawn]

hi guys - anyone on aim? I need some advice

 

[Dizneydawn]

i hate my laptop...says I have to in-able pop up blocker - I do that and yet it still says I am blocking pop -ups???

 

[SeptemberGirl]

I'm on, but invisible. Sign in and I will say hi!

E - go for it while you can!

 

[3DisneyKids]

Ditto on the invisible. Trying to get work done, but I can pop in for a quick minute.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

I guess not! Still feels like it, but so far is a no-show???

My worst nightmare...just shoot me now...

Anyhoo... ....REALLY bad day today....started out nice with a 22 mile bike ride... ...went to work (bah. )...got a call from my DD....a very close friend of mine needed me to call her immediately. Seems they had a FIRE at their house! Her hubby is away, she was out shopping and had left her cell in the car and her DD15 was taken by ambulance to the hospital for smoke inhalation She's now on the way to the hospital herself and has NO IDEA what's going on at home.

Ok - I leave work (OBVIOUSLY!) - get to her house - her other DD17 is home by then, along with her SIL...IT WAS AMAZING...the fire was contained to one SMALL AREA in their garage. Apparently her DD15 must have smelled the smoke just when it started - ran to the neighbors house to call 911. Fire was out in no time flat - but because she was a minor with no parent at the scene & complaining of smoke, they HAD to take her to the hospital. Everything is fine....meanwhile, in the garage...there had been several bags of shavings (bedding) and bales of hay (yeah, they are goat owners too...) - when the fire hose hit those shavings, the bags just BLEW EVERYWHERE. What a mess! Wet shavings spewed all over everything! So, DS17 and I helped clean up as much as could be done before my friend returned home.

They lost a few power tools, 3 saddles, and some other misc. items - but really - it was nothing. Nerve wracking, yes. But, when you step back and think about what COULD have happened (that's the truly scary thing! The imagining of what COULD have been).... Now some minor clean-up to do, a few things to talk to the insurance company about...hassles, yes indeed. But really...we are all SO THANKFUL that this is all it was.

Oh - the other unsettling thing is they were not able to initially determine the cause of the fire. Not eletrical, not "set", not near the gas cans or extra propane tank (THANK GOD!)...we are assuming it was some kind of sponateneous combustion of the hay or shavings??? Fire marshall still needs to interview their DD15 who was home at the time...but....no easy, obvious answers here....

well - headed to bed. Hopefully tomorrow will be UNEVENTFUL!

 

[DISNEY4XMAS]

Darla - welcome!

Steph - sorry you had a crummy night! No, um...then?

Um NO! I totally passed out!

Steph, is the feeling cold part of the thyroid thing? My mom has recently been extra cold, crabby, tired, She takes Synthyroid, and I think she sometimes forgets.

Yes, the first time I went off my synthyroid (planned) It was about 75 degrees out and I had on pants sweatshirt and I was wrapped in a blanket shivering outside in the sun. I also get really moody and bite everyones heads off! I don't have a thyroid so when I don't have my meds I really don't have anything !

and I plan to pinch-hit for Steph tonight...

YOU GO GIRL!!!



So today I got conned into working overtime! not my IDEA OF FUN! So think o me tomorrow while I am working from 2:30 pm till 5AM. Yes, that is right FIVE AM. My boss who is usually a drill sargent was very sweet and asked I think I was in shock from the niceness that I said YES! So I will be bringing some coffee with me for to drink all night! Then I get to go to the movies with the kids. Guess what I will be doing while they are watching the HULK! .
So here it is 1130 and there is no one on AIM! I had to watch swingtown... that is my new favorite show.

On other news...My boys were wrestling upstairs in the bedroom and Ty my baby fell and hit his head on the metal bed frame. So now he has a nice bruise across his face and a nasty gash on his eyebrow. I stopped in the E R on my way out of work and one of the nurses gave me some steri strips to hold it together so I didn't have to bring him in and let them stitch him up.