Sister Challenge - moved to New Years Resolution in July

[lovinaz]

What a bummer about the dog! But you know what, that just means that there is another dog out there that you are supposed to have. Have you thought about a lab? They are AWESOME around kids and not as furry as a golden retriever...

Great job getting those walks in! Once things calm down you will be able to get back to journalling.

Sorry to hear about the migraine. I've never had one, but it certainly doesn't sound like fun!

 

[kimwim8]

Hey Marie...you're still a good friend, whether you journal once a day or once a year. We still love ya!

Sorry about the dog. I think you're still healing from losing Reice (sp?) and then to go through this process is still just too hard. Take some time off. The dog you are meant to have will come to you.

Enjoy your walks with your DH, and don't stress about anything else. We're here for ya!

Talk to you soon!

 

[kmp1191]

I agree about the dog. I've seen so many on the petfinder site....i want them all, but yet, don't want one at all. does that make sense? dh wanted me to call on a female boxer, so i did. she's still available...dh is gonna go "meet" her on Thursday....have to find out if she will get along w/ his police dog in the same back yard. we'll see.

(i know you are probably saying...you have the police dog, why do you need another one? The police dog is great, but can be gone tomorrow. She is not a pet, although she is great, and loves the kids, she is not ours.)

i'm not going to worry about it anymore. i can't. it's too exhausting. you're right kim....the right one will come along.

 

[kimwim8]

you're right kim...

Can you say that again? I love the way that sounds....

 

[kmp1191]

Can you say that again? I love the way that sounds....

Don't you have running or something to do??

do a cut and paste....it won't happen again.....smart@$$!!

 

[lovinaz]

If you aren't 100% sure about a dog right now, maybe it's not the right time yet.

How are you doing on your eating? Are you going to get back to journaling anytime soon? I have wanted to quit so many times, but I have been writing down everything I eat for so long, I can't even fathom not doing it anymore! I know, pretty sad...

 

[kmp1191]

No, I'm sure I want another dog....just not sure which one/what kind. Last night dh and i were talking, and we are both leaning towards a Boxer. I just can't picture us with a small dog. Anyway, I filled out an application with a Boxer Rescue group, so we'll see what happens.

No, I haven't really been tracking my food.....guess i'm gonna have to start. I weighed this morning....not good.....not good at all!! 160
Too much not paying attention to what i'm shoveling in my mouth!!
We will continue our walking, but I think it's time to start the running. I wouldn't mind doing the Labor Day 5k again this year.

ok....back to work....i'm swamped!!

marie

 

[lindalinda]

boxers are wonderful dogs. I had one as a child and tried to get a rescue one a few months back but someone beat me to him. I'm sure you would like one. Less shedding than a golden also (huge plus). Good luck finding one!

 

[kmp1191]

Hey all....ok...this is the second time i'm doing this post.....server is busy....
BLAH BLAH BLAH!!

b-sm bowl frosted flakes
l-grilled chicken sandwich w/ 12 oz sweet tea
d-gonna be a salad wrap
water-60 oz
exercise - 3 mile walk - 42 min - 98 degrees out....heat index....220!! (at least that's what it felt like!!)

today was busy....didn't leave my desk at all.....well, once to go tee-tee, but that was it! tomorrow won't be much better. boss is on vacation so "we" pick up the slack. (we being I)
I made the mistake about telling my sis#2 about looking at a Boxer. She proceeded to tell me that those are the meanest dogs...they are the one's they train for fighting.....blah blah blah. I said, those are pit bulls, not boxers. She said no, it's boxers too. Whatever.....then she says, why don't you get a small dog.....i said because i'm not sure i want a small dog....anyway, i ended the conversation with....when the right one knocks on my door, i'll know it.

ok....i'm starting to stink the place up....gotta go shower.....
later taters!!!
marie

 

[CACruisin']

Sorry about not getting the dog, but like you said, you'll know when the right one comes along.

Great job getting your walk in with that heat. There must be extra exercise points for that.

Hope things slow down for you at work. Why is summer turning out to be busier than the rest of the year for all of us?

 

[lovinaz]

Congrats on getting that walk in in spite of the heat!

I don't know anything about boxers. I know that chows are mean and I can't stand chihuahuas (my SIL's bit my DD a couple years ago).

Your food looks great, you will be back in the 150's soon!

 

[kmp1191]

I'm anxious for this work day to be over.....looking forward to our walk again tonight! Major stress reliever!! Anyway...the place that we were going to adopt the first dog sent me an e-mail of another dog they have.....a real cutie. DH says it's the ugliest thing he's ever seen, but I think it is adorable. Real little body, but GIANT ears!! I told dh that if a big wind came up, the poor thing would blow away!! (Dumbo)
Now I want both. oh hell!

ok....just found out that sis#2 is going to be here on Sunday. her kids are going on vacation w/ sis#1 and my house is in the middle. anyway, she will be here sometime sunday afternoon (i've got a photo shoot) and then I'll take her to the train station sunday night. (sis #1 is buying their car). Then next weekend, they'll both be here on Friday, with all the kids....but just for the night....God help me!!!
I really need to kick it in gear.....sis #1 is down like 10 lbs....and i've gained 400!!
(enter frustrated curse word here!!___________________)

have a great day all!!
marie

 

[lindalinda]

Ugly dogs are the best! I had a basset hound -terrier mix once with long ears and long hair and the basset body. He didnt look real! Rufus....what a dog. Dont worry , you'll find yours!

 

[Blueeyes101817]

Sometimes, i think dogs are so ugly, that they are cute! hope you find a dog you like! I wont be around much this weekend, so just wanted to stop by to tell you enjoy!

 

[lovinaz]

Any update on the doggie dilemma?

Sounds like you have a busy couple weekends ahead of you! I can't wait to do NOTHING this weekend. Sometimes those are the best!

 

[kmp1191]

Yeah....nothing as far as a decision on the doggie dilemma. I got an e-mail from the Boxer Rescue....gonna do a phone interview, then a home interview....geez.....Angelina Jolie can adopt a kid by saying...."I want that one", and I have to give my blood type and first born....oh well....i think it will be worth it.
I printed pictures of both dogs....showed them to the kids....told them to decide. They both pointed at the boxer. So...I guess I'm leaning towards the boxer.....I guess they just have to lean towards wanting us to have him.

This weekend is gonna be a good one...I think. Busy, but relaxing....does that make sense? Sis #1 might be coming in on Saturday afternoon. I hope she does...I would like to visit w/ her for a little while. Anyway.....back to work!!

later!
marie

 

[Foxfiregrrl]

Hey, Marie!

Hope all goes well w/ the doggie adoption! I am sorry it has been so difficult for you to find a new pup. But I agree that you have just been waiting for the right dog to come along.

Glad you are getting to see your sisters this weekend! I hope that you are able to have a good time and relax some too!

Way to go getting your walks in even though it is 1,000 degrees out! You are doing great on exercise! Don’t get discouraged about the scale. You will catch back up w/ your sis soon!

Have a wonderful weekend!

 

[kmp1191]

Thanks Amber....and everyone!
I'm never weighing again. I stepped on the scale tonight and it actually said OUCH! How humiliating!! I didn't even look....i'm sure i'm back up to where I started in February. I've done nothing but eat this week...snack snack snack!!! I had a salad today for lunch....but a chicken biscuit for b-fast....a small bag of chips for a snack....a glass of lemonade....a brownie....some nachos for dinner......and a chocolate milkshake - just for the heck of it!!! it's not even that i'm hungry....there's food....therefore I eat!! I know TOM is on it's way...if it's on time this month....but that's no excuse! oh heck. i know i've got to get my act together....i just feel so damn lazy and fat! yes...this is a pity party....you can either join, or go home!! (sorry....i've been up since 4:30....i'm feeling a little snarky)
no walk tonight....i didn't get home until 6:30 ish and all the neighbors were outside, so therefore we had to stop and chat. didn't get inside until almost 9, then had dinner. yes...i'm miserable!!
and more good news....the little dog is out of the running. Apperantly the owner surrendered it a couple of days ago, then came back in and claimed it back today. (The dog was a Papillion mix...they sell for $800-$2000. I figure she realized what she had and decided to sell it instead. That's just my guess.) There is a reason for everything. I am going to try to get the Boxer that we all agreed on, and if for some reason it falls through, then I am done. I'm not going to keep looking, getting my hopes up, and then being disappointed. DH agrees. We both want the boxer....i'm just not as patient as he is. WHEN everything is done, i will let you know...i know you are all getting tired of my DOGGIE DELIMMA (sorry to be such a pain AMYT....I appreciate your advice/opinoins)

ok....i'm gonna drag my fat butt to bed now...didn't get any housework done tonight, so i'm really gonna have to put it in high gear in the morning.
nite nite!
marie

 

[lovinaz]

You don't have to apologize for anything! If we were sick of hearing about it, we wouldn't keep reading your journal!

I am so with you on the food glutteny lately! I have been "celebrating" my new job for 2 straight days and there is no end in sight. I'm sure the scale is not moving in my favor either, but OH WELL, life goes on!

I have a good feeling about the boxer!

 

[CACruisin']

marie, you have company on the food fest. First thing I ate this morning was chocolate toffee macadamia nuts - WTH? Hopefully, we can both get back on track some day soon. Although, I think I have lost sight of where the track is ....

I'm going to keep my fingers crossed that the boxer works out for you.