MM Warriors - Three Steps to Good Health (As of 11/18)

[Cindycin]

Hi Everyone, back from my rounds....Dennis is undergoing his first chemo treatment today, so I imagine he will be feeling the ill effects of that tonight...

Nell - so nice chatting with you tonite!! and be sure to let us know how the interview goes....be sure to tell them you have at least 15 references!! LOL

Cindy - if you e-mailed the Christmas list, I didnt get it! My e-mail has 3 n's in it...minnnie@aol.com. Thanks though! I really want to get those darn cards out by the weekend!!

Congrats to everyone on their new clothing and it seems everyone is feeling pretty good today! YAY!! I swear my tummy feels flatter already...Im sure it is probably all in my head though!!

I just got the call there is 5 hours OT available in the morning...so Im outta here early early and off to another 14 hour day...guess its good I got lots of sleep last night! And Im off to bed now, so should be able to get in at least 8 hours tonight too! Sorry if I missed anything important...I will check in tomorrow morning...

It may have gone into your spam? My work acct is where I sent it from. Sent it 2x

 

[Cindycin]

Someone mentioned a cool game that the kids might like this year for Christmas, does anyone remember the name of it?

 

[Barb F.]

Nell, Jocelyn, Cindy - Congrats on the smaller sizes. You go girls!

 

[momtozac]

Cindy: I always laugh about God knowing my limitations because he only let me have one child! I guess I couldn't have handled 5, but I would have like to have tried, lol! No, seriously, I finally came to the realization that it wasn't about me, but that God wanted J-P to be an only child for some reason. He is such a loyal and good friend - his friends are the siblings he never had and I know he has had major influences on some of them in ways he may not have had the capacity for had he not been 'alone' growing up. He treasures friends unlike anyone I've ever known. It may or may not be the reason, but I found a lot of comfort in that answer to my question as to why I never could have any more children. Now, he can sure try to make up to it for me with a bunch of granndkids, though! The more the merrier!

same with me--I think since feeling so much worse after having Zac that God was trying to tell me I wouldn't have the energy for more though I wanted them badly. In hind site I see that now. Zac loves his friends and he's got so many! they are the siblings he didn't have!

 

[Wisteria1956]

same with me--I think since feeling so much worse after having Zac that God was trying to tell me I wouldn't have the energy for more though I wanted them badly. In hind site I see that now. Zac loves his friends and he's got so many! they are the siblings he didn't have!

There's another thing we have in common, sister!:

 

[Wisteria1956]

Kate is fine and she will be saying Hi soon. I'll let her fill you in on her niece, but the news is good.

 

[Wisteria1956]

Someone mentioned a cool game that the kids might like this year for Christmas, does anyone remember the name of it?

It was Beverly. You could try emailing her, but she was having a really hard time finding it.

 

[Seabreezes]

Good Night ALL or Good Morning!!!

 

[momtozac]

There's another thing we have in common, sister!:

love ya my Cali sista!!

 

[momtozac]

Kate is fine and she will be saying Hi soon. I'll let her fill you in on her niece, but the news is good.

praise God--I miss Kate here, hope she's ok

 

[Daniele]

Not quite, but they have a good sized hem that can be let down. Plus, when my gut goes down so should the pants

I've noticed that too! Less bulk, longer clothes. I always have to order my shirts in tall. I'm 5'7" which is the cut off point for normal length. Good luck with your sewing problem Lisa. I'm sure you'll do beautiful!

 

[Daniele]

Nell - I just love your new pic. You are simply beautiful!

Thank you Cindy! I don't think I'm really beautiful, it's more that I'm happy. Plus you guys (girls) love me so your biased. I slept early and then Buddaka woke me up nudging my hand. I have to try to get back to sleep soon.

 

[Daniele]

I always know what to expect at this time of year as I've been with the same company for 10 years, but 5 in my current role and know that year end is really tough and it's super hard with 5 kids considering all the different activities everyone wants to participate in. Before I know it though, they will be all grown up and I'll be missing it, so I'm not going to complain and know that God will only give me what I can handle.

How cool is that!!

Cindy, it is such a blessing that you can see this now before the kids are all grown. I know a lot of parents have regrets in this area. I hope work slows down for you soon!

 

[Daniele]

Carol - can you forward me that new card list? I didnt get the latest one either, and apparently didnt make it onto the e-mail list to receive the one you just got! QUOTE]
Robin - When you get the new list can you email it to me? Thanks!

I am so sorry Diane. I've been having problems getting my address book to send to the entire group and once, and I may have misplaced your email address. If you want to send it also to me at ContentedSoulDW@aol.com, I will keep it for things we want to send to all in the future. Or if you want I'll send you the list also.

 

[Daniele]

Thank you JOCELYN for your good wishes on my interview and the confidence boost! Pony told me earlier to go in and tell them I'm the only person for the job. All the confidence everyone here has in me helps me to be a lot less nervous!

Sharron Lee, the Salvation Army here is the most remarkable store. It's gorgeous, like walking into a dept. store. I can't take credit for finding nice things because most of the things are nice. I like looking around thrift stores, and honestly, this is the nicest I've seen in any of the places I've lived.

Pony, I sent it to you a couple of days ago. You still didn't get it? I'll send again in case Cindy doesn't check in again. Opps, just saw that Carol sent it!

Same back at you Barb on the way to go! I'm glad your doing what works for you! I admire that trait, knowing what works and not being afraid of doing it!

Everyone here with children are such wonderful mothers. Natalie and Lisa, although you just had one, they are very loved children. They are lucky to have you.

Lisa, Thanks on the update on Kate. I was beginning to worry.

 

[gettinhealthy]

Good morning everyone! Hope all is well.
Not a lot going on again. Still didn't get my decorating done!! Every time I think of starting it, something comes up. Mom called around 11, their one shut off in the basement was leaking, so Mike and I went to rescue them. It wasn't too difficult, but the hot and cold water pipes will need replaced soon. There is a lot of corrosion on them and they are about to crumble. It's only about a 2' section of both, so shouldn't be too difficult. Maybe I'm not to have a tree or decorate this year So, this weekend I will try yet again.

To everyone who is getting into smaller clothes,

Nell, you'll ace the interview I have no doubt. We will all be beside you in spirit. Be sure to let us know how it goes.

Not much sleep last night. That cold front is making it's way through the area. Lots of wind and sleet and rain. Right now it's all rain, thankfully. But kept me up most of the night I'll come home from work and take a nap perhaps.

Off to the shower. Have a great day everyone!!

 

[Virginiaponygirl]

Morning from Nationwide! LOL, wow, its early for me to be here, especially during the week. Found out the reason we have OT today is due to the midwest snowstorms have closed two of our offices...Des Moine, Iowa and Columbus, Ohio....Bev, are you getting a snowstorm?!!

slept from 10pm to 6am...YAY!

Morning Kathy - I sure hope you get to your tree soon! Seems like somebody always needs something, so carve out some YOU time!

Cindy - The game Bev was looking for was called Mindflex...dont know anything else about it though!!

Nell - praying and crossing my fingers you ROCKED that interview...at least we know you went in looking like a fashion model!!

Thanks to all of you I have received the list 4 times!! Thanks everyone, I will be addressing cards today during my slow times...

Looked like a pack mule coming in this morning...had to pack so much legal food to get through 14 hours working plus hour drive each way! , I think they thought I was moving in!

 

[Stwill]

Hey all, just wanted to drop a line or two. I'm off plan right now. I fell the other morning and sprung my ankle and I've been comforting myself with off plan food. I know, I know I shouldn't but I am. On top of that, I've been to two Christmas dinners already and didn't do well. I hope everyone else is doing ok.

Nell - good luck on the job interview. I'll try and check back in later. Continue to pray my strength. I know that this WOE is for me, it's just so hard not to resort back to old habits when life throws you a curve ball.

Sandra

 

[disneyeveryyear]

The Queen of Multiquotes has returned and responding and commenting on yesterday!

thanks my disney friend! when are you going again?

Natalie - we leave early on 1/1 and return 1/6 since the kids go back to school on the 7th. We are going with another family so there will be 10 of us in all of our matching t-shirts. (20 still to make - I need to get that done!)

big favor--can anyone (everyone) post a day in your life on Step 1? I need to get back on track and I start out each day in hopes of doing it and I'm not doing it. give me an example of breakfast, lunch dinner and snacks for a day either now on step 1 or when you were on it. I need ideas, my brain is foggin up!

You have received a lot of info, but mine looked like this:

Up at 6:00 a.m.
6:45 - 1 piece of lc toast with butter
9:00 - cottage cheese
11:30 - salad with ham, bleu cheese, almonds, sunflower seeds, lf, lc dressing.
3:00 - string cheese, or pepperoni chips, or parmesan chips
6:00 - meat, veggies, salad
10:00 - I don't remember by bedtime snack, might have been a piece of toast.

My Mom and sister were wonderful at sewing. The last time I tried to sew something, I sewed a sleeve onto the neck opening

That is why I need a pattern. Can't do anything without one. I am always amazed on Project Runway as they sit there and just pin something onto the dress dummy.

Hi Everyone - I'm out here. Just getting by. Not completely on plan, but not really off either...if that makes sense. So busy with birthdays, end of year work stuff and family matters. Hope everyone is doing well and I miss you all!!!MUAH!

Stay with us when you have time Cindy. We'll always be here for you!

Bev - thats so great that you will have 2 Eagles!! I dont think some people realize all that is involved there and what an honor it really is....BTW, care to share that banana/pineapple bread recipe? I have several banana bread lovers who would probably really enjoy that! E-mail it to me so we dont get anyone confused here!! Thanks!

Robin - I will try to remember to post it when I get home. I screwed up that loaf - should have been 2, so I had to buy some more overripe bananas, a can of pineapple and some more oil at the store yesterday so she can make more tonight!

Just checking in. Read a lot of the posts. I am in Step 2 and don't know if I am losing inches or not. Hope so. Seems I am at a stand-still with adding carbs back in slowly. Was hoping this would work great for me. I just have problems getting all my water in every single day. Hope everyone is ready for the holiday. Talk to all later. Have a very busy schedule right now. Everyone have a good MM day!

Honey - I know what you mean about the water.

Well, I'm starting back on step 1 today and will have to get my head back around 5 carbs or less every 5 hours, eating something 1 hour after waking and 1 hour before bed. I do pretty well most of the day except for the eating first thing in the morning. I get up and get busy with my chores and before I know it, hours have gone by and I haven't eaten.

We didn't go out for our anniversary dinner last night as our 1 yr old grandson was sick with a high fever and we could tell that our daughter would like to have some help with the 3 yr old until her husband got home from class at 9:00pm.We will try again tonight to get out. I was all pumped up for the "we need to talk" thing last night so hope I can carry through.


Off to my friend's birthday breakfast...the easiest step 1 meal to eat at a restaurant, I think.

Carol - you need to jot a note on a post-it on the bathroom mirror to remind you to go get an a.m. snack.

I hope your rescheduled dinner went well.

I agress that breakfast out is very easy on Step 1. Be careful. We were at IHOP and I was going to have an omelette. When I read the description, they put pancake batter in their omelettes to make them "fluffier." So it was back to scrambled eggs and turkey bacon for me.

Beverly - congratulations to your son and his Eagle Scout work. I know how much time you and your husband have to put in too.

Thanks. DH and DS do most of the hard work. I am very proud of them both.

Beverly: You and your family are SO CUTE! It was really so much fun to get your card! I love it. Thanks for thinking of us.

Thanks! I love doing the photo cards. They can be so much fun!

I haven't lost any weight, but I fit into a 29 long that my husband bought me as a pair of goal weight pants. They are a little tight, but I wore them when I went to Raleigh and felt really good!!!! YIPPEE for me.

Cindy - a 29? WOW!

I also put on a suit I have not had on for a while and it fit!!! SIze 10 - of course there is stretch to it. I know I couldn't get into regular pants in that size, though. I'm working on it though - just like the rest of us!!

Jocelyn - Another WOW! Great job.

Hey, where is everyone? I'm really tired after a long day. I have a job interview tomorrow! I went to Sallys and found a perfect outfit for the interview. Plus I found some woman's size large spandex exercise shorts in great shape. Can you say "girdle." I had to jump into them but they work like a charm! And cost $1.99 I don't think they have been used either, they look like store overstock that got donated. They had another pair right beside them that was a duplicate except for black, and both of them appeared brand new. The cool thing also, the dress is a 24. It must be a large 24, but my gosh that is quite remarkable!

Nell - my thoughts and prayers are with you on your interview today. Good job on the new clothes too. We all love new clothes, especially in a smaller size.

...know that God will only give me what I can handle.

Cindy - that is my mantra when life gets tough. I know if he gave it to me, I can do it! As someone once said, I just wish he didn't have so much faith in me sometimes!

Hi Everyone, back from my rounds....Dennis is undergoing his first chemo treatment today, so I imagine he will be feeling the ill effects of that tonight...

I swear my tummy feels flatter already...Im sure it is probably all in my head though!!

I just got the call there is 5 hours OT available in the morning...so Im outta here early early and off to another 14 hour day...guess its good I got lots of sleep last night! And Im off to bed now, so should be able to get in at least 8 hours tonight too! Sorry if I missed anything important...I will check in tomorrow morning...

Robin - I hope Dennis feels okay with his chemo. My DS had a first-grade teacher who was going through chemo. She taught in the a.m. and would get her chemo on Thursday afternoon. Teach on Friday a.m. and then feel puny for the weekend, but be back on Monday a.m. She was such a dedicated teacher and lovely woman.

I am sure your tummy is flatter, I think we have a sense about these things!

Have fun with your 14 hour day today. I'll turn on my AIM here at the office if you have some time and want to say hello!

Kate is fine and she will be saying Hi soon. I'll let her fill you in on her niece, but the news is good.

Can't wait to hear. Thanks for the update Lisa.

Morning from Nationwide! LOL, wow, its early for me to be here, especially during the week. Found out the reason we have OT today is due to the midwest snowstorms have closed two of our offices...Des Moine, Iowa and Columbus, Ohio....Bev, are you getting a snowstorm?!!

Cindy - The game Bev was looking for was called Mindflex...dont know anything else about it though!!

We are getting flurries and horrible wind. Chicago (200 miles north) is to get 6". I bought a kit yesterday at Target to accessorize your snowman to look like Mickey Mouse, so I am kind of hoping for some accumulation soon.

I did ultimately find the Mindflex at Wal-mart due to a great Manager and a really wonderful employee! I picked up four of them (sold the other 3 to my friends) when they had them in. My Target said they get some every morning, so be there at opening.

Hey all, just wanted to drop a line or two. I'm off plan right now. I fell the other morning and sprung my ankle and I've been comforting myself with off plan food. I know, I know I shouldn't but I am. On top of that, I've been to two Christmas dinners already and didn't do well. I hope everyone else is doing ok.

Nell - good luck on the job interview. I'll try and check back in later. Continue to pray my strength. I know that this WOE is for me, it's just so hard not to resort back to old habits when life throws you a curve ball.

Sandra

Sandra - saying prayers that your ankle will heal and that you will find the strength that we all know is within you.

Well, nothing big going on here today. Back at work, it's cold and very windy. I'll check in later!

 

[Wisteria1956]

Sandra: We're pulling for you! Get back on the MM pony!

Did anyone watch Biggest Loser all the way? I fast forwarded through most of the weigh in's until Rebecca and the final 3. Did they say anything about Rebecca and Daniel? Are they still together? Why do I care? I'm a sucker for a love story. We'll look that amazing some day! We just won't do it in a matter of 3 months.

I found my answer. The San Francisco Examiner interviewed Rebecca and she said she's using some of her money to move out with Daniel. Kinda quick!