Thankfully my headache left earlier this afternoon. I did end up taking a total of 6 excedrin migraine pills. The shower did help a lot too. And my cappucinos too LOL. I am feeling better today emotionally. Tyson did sleep with me last night. I'm not sure if he left Mike much room to sleep though LOL. You have all lifted my spirits more than you realize, and I thank you for it. I have stayed on plan today. Had 1/2 of a Wendy's grilled chicken ceasar salad. It's almost a waist of dressing when I only use a tiny bit. I just tape the opening shut and use it next time.
I'm glad Marti is doing better. Too bad the replacement doesn't last longer than that. I'll say a little prayer about it.
Kathy - I am glad you started feeling better, both physically and emotionally.
Ok, I found it but don't want to put it in the recipes until one of us tries it.
Margaritas Low Carb/Sugar Free
Ingredients:
1 jigger (1.5 oz) tequila
2 Tablespoons (1 oz) lime juice - bottled more convenient, fresh tastes a lot better
1/4 cup (4 Tablespoons) water
1/4 teaspoon orange extract
1 Tablespoon's worth artificial sweetener (I like to use liquid, carb-free types)
Ice - small handful
Margarita salt or kosher salt
Preparation:
Wet the rim of the glass and dip into a small plate of salt.
Combine all ingredients. You can either serve it over ice (in Mexico I've usually been served it this way, but I can't say I've had extensive experience), or strained into the glass, or blended in a blender.
2 grams of carbohydrate using bottled lime juice, 2.5 for fresh.
Nell - that sounds yummy. I will have to ask the bartender at the club to make this for me. I prefer mine on the rocks, with salt. Maybe we should all figure out a specific time to sit down together (in our own homes) and have a cocktail. We could all come into one of the chat rooms and all talk together at the same time. Wouldn't that be fun!
Hi Everyone,
I'm going to take a break from the MM way of eating. Since I went to Step 2 I can't get back into it. I tried restarting from Step 1 and it's not happening. I am so disappointed that I even tried Step 2 - I was doing so well on Step 1.
I'll check in from time to time to see how you are all doing.
Have a wonderful Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year!
Diane - please give us another chance when you can.
Well, somebody almost got a big, hairy, white with brown spots, four legged, shoe-stealing Lobster for Christmas. He has a reprieve though, as the shoe he was accused of pilfering has been found. It was one of my favorite sandals and would have been wrecked if it was out in the hills someplace having gotten wet from all the rain this past week. It was found in the house, so you may all rest easy...for now. I have your addresses, so don't be surprised if you open your door to a Lobster with a big red bow and a mournful look in his eyes guaranteed to suck you right in. Then, it's every shoe for itself! LOL
Carol
Your dog sounds like he is full of personality! However, no dogs allowed here, so I'll just enjoy him vicariously.
checking in from the oh so boring night at Nationwide...VERY SLOW and there is just so much I could be doing if I were home! GRRRRRRRRR
Another bad day for Dennis....he had his radiation last evening and today has been quite sick and almost like a zombie all day...barely awake, barely talking....this rollercoaster ride is getting quite exhausting for all...
Nell - I am ALL about that White Russian! I will try it over Christmas and let you know, and I already found the Davinci SF Kahlua, so its just waiting for me to find something to do with it!
We were recently informed that central Virginia is due to get hit with over a foot of snow over the next 48 hours....starting sometime tomorrow and continuing through Saturday night...good chance of getting sent home early from the office both tomorrow afternoon, and possibly having the office closed completely on Saturday! Very excited about the possible time off, but very NOT happy about the snow!
Robin - sorry it was such a slow day at work. December is a slow time at our office also. Things will pick up right after Christmas with the domestic charges. For some reason, the holidays seem to bring out the worst in people (and too much booze doesn't help).
You can have your White Russian while I have my margarita. Sounds like fun to me!
I think we are supposed to get some snow tonight, but not too much accumulation.
thanks so much Kate--you're awesome! I've been so busy, I just read most days! Mom's doing so much better, I hope that her meds are adjusted for the last time(I know, but I can dream right?!)
I wish we all lived close together and could get together on a regular basis. It would be so much fun to have a MM meal with you all once or twice a month!!!!!
Natalie - so good to see you. I'm glad your mom is doing better.
One of these days we need to plan a get together - find somewhere that has relatively cheap airfare, so maybe a 3 or 4 night MM cruise.
Well, no gym, hospital run instead after a frantic call from Rick...Dennis has taken a serious turn for the worse and now they are afraid pneumonia has settled in his lungs...not good considering the large tumor there...they are currently siphoning fluid from his lungs and planning to do some tests on it so we wont know more til morning...they kicked us out so he can sleep and they can run whatever tests they need to....but he looked awful and not even sure he realized we were there....I SO did not want this to happen at Christmas time, but I told Rick we need to be prepared for the worst at this point...he seems at peace with it and we both prayed that he will not suffer and that if its his time that the Lord will take him quickly and peacefully. I hope against hope that there will be no middle of the night call and that I will be able to see him in the morning before work . Of course the impending winter storm doesnt help matters either.
Going to bed, praying for a better day tomorrow!
Robin - I am so sorry to hear about Dennis' turn for the worse. I will keep him in my prayers. It was wonderful to hear that Rick was praying with you.
Well, I got 29 out of 30 of the iron on transfers done tonight. The 30th is mine and the shirt is in the wash. It feels good to have that off my mind. I think I will have to find one important item and get it done tomorrow a.m. after Zumba. DD has a b-day party to attend tomorrow after that I promised I would stay at, so the afternoon is shot. I can't think of anything to take with me that would help me whittle down the list.
Well, it's off to bed so I can stay awake tomorrow at the office.
Robin - I'll try to remember to turn on my AOL so we can "chat" tomorrow.
Night.
funny how some are chewers and thieves and some are not! I promise to open the door if he comes knocking!
