WBRepo-Ship of Thieves-Remember the Magic Pt 13

[iankh]

Taking a coffee break and jumping in with a post. Tonight I have to write up my resume for a couple different job opportunities, so I might not get back on tonight to see all the pictures everybody has posted. Ken's home tonight so he gets to put the kids to bed and deal with their lunches tomorrow

Sending you lots of good job vibes

 

[iankh]

Good Morning Thieves. Today I'm taking the day off and it's a good thing because I'm exhausted. The kid took a vacation day and is taking Ray for his treatment today. I'll go again tomorrow. John won't have to take any days off this week. It's pretty scary on his job. They laid off 28 people in his department yesterday. They also gave John and the kid a written warning yesterday....for pompus political bullsheet. John has worked there for 17 years and this is the first time that has ever happened. We will be hurtin' puppies if he gets laid off. I thought his seniority status would cushion him...apparently not...times are tough all over. John works for an educational institute in the healthcare industry. What could be more recession proof? People get sick and other people have to fix them. But like any other business, they're losing profits and have to cut back too. The economy is starting to see changes in a positive direction, but by the time it trickles down and effects us on our level....I hope we can survive. I know we're not alone in this. It's happening all around us. Even to a lot of us on here too. PIXIE DUST AND PRAYERS FOR EVERYONE.

Deb,

Please give John all my best wishes. I hope everything turns out OK for him. I can only begin to imagine how stressful this must be for him and for you.

 

[iankh]

Tomorrow is my WW weigh in. I'm doing it one time at 10am and that's it. I can't wait to see what it is. So lots of water and very little salt today. I learned that on the DIS WW thread. I know it's the big picture, not the little dots that matter....but I want to make good progress each week to keep my motivation high. It's the reward for all your hard work and it matters. I think tomorrow I will see good results. I will be excited about that.

Deb,

Just remember to keep focused on that big picture.

For all of you online WW online guys, I can't say much, but there will be some cool stuff coming that I think all of you who enjoy online communities will like very much.

 

[granmaz]

Nan

I lost my dad when I was 14 years old then my mum 4 years after that..I was 18 years old...both died of cancer... my mum don't drink or smoke!! I feel life so cruel.....

I glad that I stand on my feet and carry on but first year when my mum died i was struggled....

I am happy and have a lovely husband and two kids....

OH dear about dog and time for CLEAN CLEAN yuk!! Keith want to change his bedroom, so he want new colour paint and move about furniture... so we will talking about it...

Goodnight I am off to bed as it is midnight...

Scottishwee35

That must have been tough for you a such a young age. Were you on your own, or had you family to help you?

 

[nskjerven]

Grasshopper, when you are ready, you are ready

I'm never joining this cult, you people eat BUGS

 

[nskjerven]

Marilyn, what ya doing tonight? Are you anxious for the kids and gkids to arrive???

 

[HollyTyler]

It's the Egyptian god of fertility. Do you know there are TWO Lost threads on the community board? One non-spoiler and one with spoilers.

Thanks Jackie! No, I didn't know about the Lost threads! Cool!

Holly, whenever I'm making my salad an 'entre' I always add some protein (grilled chicken, shrimp or cheese), otherwise...well, it's just not a MEAL. Also, if you are having to ask them to 'please hold' certain ingredients, don't hesitate to ask them to DOUBLE UP on the good stuff. When I last had to ask for no cheese, no croutons and something else (I forget) I asked would they please add more tomato and cucumber. You know they often really just garnish a salad with that wholesome stuff, instead of making them major ingredients. Also, if the place you are dining offers Ceaser salad....ask to have your dinner salad made with ROMAINE lettuce instead of a salad with just iceburg (which has NO nutritional value). Of course a salad with 'mixed greens' is the best!

(Can you tell I'm eating my WW lunch while typing this? I'm in the ZONE!)

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Thanks for the tips, that really helps! I just don't like salad. Yuck. I had a WW yogurt when I got back to work and was fine the rest of the day.

 

[granmaz]

Marilyn, what ya doing tonight? Are you anxious for the kids and gkids to arrive???

Looking forward to them coming, but disappointed with the weather at the moment.

It is still hot though, just hope the rain goes away sooner that is forecast.

 

[figment52]

Scanned the posts quickly and noticed that ya'll need . I am sending only the best wishes for everyone.

I forgot to post pictures from Aruba - Connie it was fun touring with you that day.

 

[HollyTyler]

I love all the Aruba pictures posted, but this one looks like it should be a postcard! Looks like a peaceful place to rest!

 

[tink1963]

Deb,

Just remember to keep focused on that big picture.

For all of you online WW online guys, I can't say much, but there will be some cool stuff coming that I think all of you who enjoy online communities will like very much.

Ian, do know if the online program vs. the etools that I get for being on the monthly pass is the same. I saw an ad on tv for ww online and it looks like some things they get I don't. Specificely there was a shot of building a pizza. and to the online change, does this have to do with the boards they currently have? cause I do have access to those. Just wondered if I don't get this upcoming cool stuff.

 

[HollyTyler]

OK, after Aruba was another wonderful sea day!

 

[HollyTyler]

Oops! Looks like I got ahead a day somehow. My pictures are dated the 15th but today is the 14th.

 

[disneylover5]

That is quite sad and frightening.

One of our friend's daughters has also developed Anorexia this year. It was quite sudden - or else she kept it well hidden. She dropped to 77lbs and was threatened with long term care, but her parents said they would look after her at home She dropped more lbs, so had to me taken to hospital for emergency treatment as she could die at any time. After 10 days she was well enough to go home, but has obviously gone worse gain, so is being admitted to an adolescent treatment place today for a minimum of 3 months, It is very regimented with weeks of bed rest and a reward system. Her parents can only visit for short periods a weekends and on a Wednesday evening. Her mom is devastated of course and just wants it all to go back to how it was before and all having fun. I think the Harriet will be only 70 lbs now. If she hadn't agreed to go she would have been sectioned. That is a common shortened term for 'forcibly' being admitted under the Mental Health Act for a set period of time. Her parents are Christians and continue to pray for full healing. However, it is an upsetting time for them obviously. Her mom said in an email to me today that her heart is going to brea when she drives away from the hospital. She feels she has let her daughter down in every way.

What a cruel and hard to understand illness.

The way you describe your friend sounds just like Denise, Lauren's mom. Lauren is in a reward situation as well. she gained 4 pounds her first week and her reward was her mom could come for an hour for Mothers Day.

 

[disneylover5]

I do have some good news....I made ressies for Daddy's day at Emeril's Chop House in Bethlehem at the new Sands Casino and Hotel opening up on May 22nd on the old Bethlehem Steel Works property. I'll get to play a roll of quarters in the slots while going out to a good steak dinner. I'm looking forward to it. I'll post pictures of the place when we go next month.

I also made ressies to go to the beach for Memorial Day weekend. We're staying at an all suites hotel on the ocean using priority club points. We just pay taxes. Lisa/DL5 we'll be in the Bethany Beach area on Sat and Sun that weekend. Are you going to be in town? We'll stop by and say hello. I can't wait to go. John and I really need an ocean weekend.

I just looked at the long term forecast and so far so good for BB Delaware.

I think we are going to be there Thursday Friday and Sat. We have to go home on Sunday.....as Daniel will be leaving for France.

What day we go will depend on the weather.....

I will be happy to meet you just about any place. Where are you staying?

 

[disneylover5]

Oh dear I was watching Amercian Idol which I taped it today...

I was listening Danny song YOu are so Beautiful and over again over again and I thought what a beautiful sing...

then I cannot wait who is out as tom night so I looked at internet ...

I wish I had not that ... I feel upset now

Danny got out..... my idol....

I cannot believe Kris and Adam got in final...

I think ADAM is a winner???

Scottishwee35

I loved Danny and was so sad when he went off.

Everyone in my house says Adam will win. I am going to vote for Kris.

Did you know Adam is a Redhead and has freckles??? His hair looks so dumb.

 

[disneylover5]

Deb, I am not happy about John's job. That just S*cks. The worry is always there till this passes.

With my company merging with Staples....I have watched so many of my friends lose their jobs....and I ask myself, why not me? Yesterday, I got my contract from Staples and my offer letter. I was surprised at how generous it was. So I guess they want to keep me.

In Sept last year, I knew about 100 who lost their jobs. Then each week it was a few here and a few there. The last 3 weeks have been terrible....

40-60 people each week for the last 3 weeks.

I wonder how I have not driven myself crazy....just decided that it was in God's hands and all I could do was the best job I could do.

 

[nskjerven]

Deb, I'll have you in my prayers. I hope John is getting prepared for the worst. Best to have resume in hand. Hopefully he won't need it

 

[Tink rules]

Ok... I went to bed at about 5:30 ish... and Michael called me at 10 minutes to 6 with work to do...

Someone please tell me why I'm on call 24/7?

 

[scottishwee35]

I loved Danny and was so sad when he went off.

Everyone in my house says Adam will win. I am going to vote for Kris.

Did you know Adam is a Redhead and has freckles??? His hair looks so dumb.

Oh Danny - I hope he will make album??

I will get it...

do you think Adam is good singing?

Scottishwee35