What One Good Thing Did You Do For Yourself Today?

[Hyacinth Bucket]

One of Sid's dreams is to travel to Thailand.

To make it a reality I just completed a course on Thailand. Since Thailand was not high on my list to go to I am glad I took this course.

My bags are now ready to go, my little battery operated fan that I wear around my neck is packed and Rok said she wears something cold on the back of her neck that is great.

Now all I have to do is find something light to wear. ;D

HB

[chelsea24]

Wow! That's great HB! Vetman will be very jealous! He's always wanted to go there.

I had a wonderful afternoon of Mahjongg and good friends filled my home. I am truly blessed. ;D

[nONIE]

Two very emaciated yellow labs came into the shelter today. The tips of their ears had been burned. It broke my heart to see how loving and trusting they were. They just wanted to be loved and petted. Obviously they had been victims of horrible cruelty and neglect. Looking into their sweet trusting eyes tore me up and I couldnt hug them enough. I am so glad that their suffering days are over.

nothing makes my heart sing more then hugging an abused animal. :'(

[benj]

Nonie , Thank god for people like you. I assume you work or volunteer for a shelter. I volunteer for a raptor rehab foundation, but they cant express love and affection like dogs and cats can. I'm not strong enough to work at a dog and cat shelter,it would kill me to see what abuse humans can do to animals that only want your affection and trust. I'm a little partial to dogs but dogs and cats express unconditional love like no other animal can. Benj

[Rokinronda]

I spent a wonderful day with wonderful friends. I read of a friend giving love to my animal friends. Whenever I hear of Nonies rescues, tears come to my eyes. Yellow labs, so smart, so loving and so undeserving of the unkindnesses. Any animal mistreated really breaks my heart. God bless all my animal loving friends!!!!! God has special love for animal lovers. Now if I could figure how Lila got fur trapped in her lower front teeth and how I can help her, I will feel better. She keeps biting me when I try to help. My 12 yr. old lasso apso has fur mouth!

[beady]

I spent the day making mozzarella cheese with my daughter and 2 of her friends. We made 4 batches and ate one for lunch, served with fresh tomatoes and basil from the garden,drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar...pure heaven.

First time ever making cheese..fairly easy process with delicious results. I plan to make lots more.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

beady all of my favorite foods.

I have never made cheese. Is it hard? Please post the recipe.

thanks.

HB

[renielarson]

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh96/renielarson/3_2_118v1.gif Beady

Harvesting herbs, fencing and painting chicken coops, making pesto and cheese...sounds like you are having fun on the farm.

How do you make cheese? I'd also like to try to do that.

[Rokinronda]

MMmmmmmmm Beady, Fresh Caprice salad.........with fresher than fresh mozzerella???!!!! Did you use beefsteak tomatos????

[beady]

Rhonda: We used heirloom tomatoes, I think they were called Purple Cherokee. Big beefsteak type with a blood red skin and lighter red meat. Delicious.

Making mozzarella cheese takes about 1 hour from milk to serve...amazing process. There is a trick to success and that is raw or lightly pasteurized milk. Most milk from the grocery is ultra pasteurized and that extra process breaks down the enzymes and you cannot make cheese with it. We found a local source for whole milk and 2% milk that worked.

My daughter found the web-site and ordered the supplies we used. The website has all the info you will need.
www.cheesemaking.com

Have fun. I have a kit on order..... plan to make more cheese if I can find the right milk when I get back to TV.

Miss you all...but having a grand time with the grandkids. :bigthumbsup:

[chelsea24]

Hi Beads! I miss you! wav

Went to Orlando this morning, left at about 6:30 am to get a new iPhone 3G to replace the iPhone I drowned last week! They weren't kidding! We got there about 7:30 am and there were already 25 people in line! Wow! But I did get my phone and now I feel all wired again! ahhhhh, that feels good. ;D

[beady]

Chels are you so in need of being connected you went swimming with your iphone......they aren't waterproof..you didn't read the directions...just kidding 1rnfl 1rnfl
Miss you too, be back before you know it....summer is flying by

[renielarson]

Beady

There is a family heirloom Swedish dessert I make that calls for raw milk. We were able to buy it years ago but laws now prevent it being sold to consumers. Wish I knew a Michigan farmer with cows so I could get some. The dessert I make can be made with whole milk but its not nearly as good nor does it set up as well.

Maybe we could sneak into one of the fields here and milk a Villages cow....LOL. We could go during the night and dress in black. Wouldn't that be a hoot!

Next time you and I are here in The Villages together, could I talk you into a cheese making party? That would be fun!

Miss you and wish we had had more time together.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Beady, I agree the Heirloom variety of tomatoes are excellent. We hope to get some later on this summer.

We used to get our milk from the local dairy farm - we called it from moo to you. As he was milking the cows we would buy what we needed.

The only place that I know of to get milk unpasteurized would be at an Amish farm or a farm of other religious sects. We have a close friend who is Amish, I will ask David to write him to see if there are any villages fairly close to TV.

Bright please count me in for the cheese making party. Hopefully I will be able to bring the milk.

HB

[samhass]

I'm not sure I did a good thing today. I sent my granddaughter back to Philadelphia today on a 3 PM flight. As she started to board, my tears started falling. I was so annoyed with myself. After three weeks, I was ready to get back to just the two of us and restarting my social life. What makes us love them so much???? For the next week I'll find barrettes, socks, ribbon, small toys,etc decorating areas of our home. I hope each one doesn't bring a pang of missing her. I guess it's true what they say about "if I knew how great the grandkids would be, I'd have had them first and skipped the kids." She called when she landed. She said "I miss you, Grams."

[renielarson]

Awwwww Sam....my heart skipped a beat reading your post! I'm so happy she made it home safely.

[nONIE]

Sam, its a real tug of war on the heartstrings :agree:

Part of us wants them to stay forever but the other part is so exhausted and in dire need of a break.

[renielarson]

:bow: AMEN, Nonie :bow:

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Sam I can understand your feelings. I know for me the house seems feels empty after they leave and all of a sudden I realize how fast the time flew by.

Nonie - I know what you mean.

We are very very lucky to have such precious grandchildren that our hearts are pulled in both directions at the same time.

HB

[chelsea24]

awwww Sam, she's a cutie and will be back before you know it. I'm happy you have her, I don't think I'll ever be a grandma. Just not in the cards.

[samhass]

Well chels, there are worse things than not being a grandparent. You have much less inner conflict about not seeing them, how they are being raised, etc, etc. You can just go out and play without having to worry about them. And it's waaaaaay cheaper not having them. 1rnfl 1rnfl 1rnfl

[renielarson]

Chels

I have an idea!!!! I'll introduce you to my grandson who lives nearby and you can be his grandma when I'm not here...lol

[chelsea24]

Sam and Bright: I love you two, dear friends. Hey, we could start a business. "Rent a Kid". hahaha. :bigthumbsup:

[nONIE]

Thats a good idea! That would cure any future grandma wannabees! (I know, Im awful!) 1rnfl

[samhass]

If you take Bright's grand, you'd better be aware that he's used to a Gram that loves to play and do cool kid stuff. (and spoil him)

[chelsea24]

Hahaha Sam. He sounds a lot like me! ;D

[uujudy]

Sam and Bright: I love you two, dear friends. Hey, we could start a business. "Rent a Kid". hahaha. :bigthumbsup:


Sign me up! I'll be your first customer! I loved being the "neighborhood mom."
Can't wait to get to TV country club pools where (supposedly) all the kids hang out.
Marco...........

[Hyacinth Bucket]

polo ....

[uujudy]

polo ....


Tee Hee! Exactly!
Marco ...

[beady]

Oh Sam, I can sympathize. Left my two girlies in NC this morning and cryed for the first half hour of the drive.
I was so ready for a little free time and a lot less noise.....and then I cry when it is time to leave.... :'( :'(

Isn't being a grandparent one of the best things that has ever happened to you..... ;D ;D

Sitting in a lovely quiet hotel room right now and the silence is deafening. Just think by Sunday I will be visiting with the boys and the noise and fun will resume. ;D ;D

[samhass]

Beady, boys are wonderful, too. My granddaughter is a little mini-me, though. We are kindred spirits.

[renielarson]

I only have little boy grandsons and let me tell you...when they are together it's "all hell break loose" time. All the hooting, yelling, screaming, arguing, laughing, all talking at once, running all over the place, crawling over and jumping on the beds/sofas/chairs, and each wanting undivided attention...it's deafening, nerve racking, and mind boggling.

Yet, I wouldn't trade these scenarios for any money in the world and thank God I can walk away, let the parents take charge, and sleep quietly in my own bed!

(Plus, I'd never admit I played a role in causing the ruckus...LOL.)

[samhass]

Bright....you cause a ruckus??? 1rnfl 1rnfl 1rnfl

[chelsea24]

Today, after I cooked for vetman, I made my own special dinner for myself! Yummmm!

***I hate to cook, but it was worth it! ;D

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Chel what did you make for yourself?

HB

[Rokinronda]

Chels, whats for dinner?? I went to KB's, and danced danced danced!! woohooooo!! :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot: :hot:

[Barefoot]

Sam, your granddaughter will remember her fun visits to you for the rest of her life. She is lucky to have a grandmother who treasures her so much.

We are at the cottage (in Canada) for a long weekend, and have 10 people visiting us. They bring all the food. They do all the cooking and clean up. Life doesn't get much better than this. ;D

[nONIE]

I started a very low carb diet 6 days ago. I am finally mentally ready to do it altho I thought it might absolutely kill me to stop eating the foods I love, but I am surviving!!!

Today I had some melon, cashews and ricotta cheese mixed with low fat jello, gag gag gag.

Im finally getting a little more tolerant of these new blah foods.
If anyone has some really easy suggestions , I mean like right out of the bag or box snacks I would be eternally grateful! Thankyou :barf:

Ronda, You were my inspiration!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Nonie, I know what you mean. CONGRATULATIONS

I was thinking of starting the post with 3 minutes on new diet and then do it minute by minute. ;D

I had requested one of the gastro surgeries and MD said no.

I have a refrigerator full of low carb foods except for green leafy veggies that have hardly any calories. Not one of the foods I am allowed to eat.

HB

[barb1191]

I have found that the easiest weight-loss program for me is to eat everything you enjoy but cut your servings in half. Lessen your food intake and that does it for me.

Unfortunately, meds can play a role in added weight which can be a losing battle.

barb

PS: What good thing did I do for myself today? Didn't divide my servings!! yummmmm j/k

[Hyacinth Bucket]

I have been working diligently everyday on reading emails I receive and responding to them. I was up to close to 300 (computer problems) - I am happy to report that I am now down to about 86.

I respond each day to all the important emails and the rest seem to build up.

When I wake up tomorrow and turn on my computer it will be up to about 98 and then on Monday, after I ready and responded to Sunday's emails - I don't even want to think about it.

Most of the emails are related to professional organizations I belong to and I feel I must read all of them - more of a compulsion I think then a necessity.

Anyway, I am down to a double digit number.

HB

[dgammon6]

Golf.....

[chelsea24]

Attended a great card party at a dear friend's house and met lots of new people! Very nice evening.

[Barefoot]

Had a great weekend at the Lake cottage (in Canada). We had 10 people up for the long weekend, lots of partying. Not as much fun as being in TV, but not so bad.

Now I'm like Nonie and diving into a diet. Well, actually, I'm contemplating a diet. Not quite the same thing. Nonie, keep me motivated!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Nonie ditto - it is going to get worse in the coming 10 days. I have to evaluate 3 Luaus and 3 dinner cruises. Luaus will be easy, dinner cruises - that is another story.


Had a great weekend at the Lake cottage (in Canada). We had 10 people up for the long weekend, lots of partying. Not as much fun as being in TV, but not so bad.

Now I'm like Nonie and diving into a diet. Well, actually, I'm contemplating a diet. Not quite the same thing. Nonie, keep me motivated!

[nONIE]

HB & Bare,

Read Mariab's latest post about ordering dessert! Now Im really confused! :dontknow:

[Barefoot]

Hey Nonie, I think Mariab is on the right track! And it will definitely help you fill out those sags you're worried about. ;)

[chelsea24]

I didn't do anything good for myself today! In fact I'm mad at myself! In fact, I'm not talking to myself! :o Well, said Scarlett, tomorrow is another day. ;)

[Barefoot]

I didn't do anything good for myself today! In fact I'm mad at myself! In fact, I'm not talking to myself! :o Well, said Scarlett, tomorrow is another day. ;)

The term Nutbar comes to mind. 1rnfl

[samhass]

Nonie, I lost some fat but it found me again. People say " Sam, you don't have wrinkles."
Guess why??? Hint: I stopped by Sweetbay tonight. Fairies had placed ice cream, oreo's and M&M's in my cart. You really have to watch out for those little rascals. Now I have to eat that stuff because "waste not, want not." Anyway, a little chub puffs out the wrinkles..and the thighs...and the batwings...

[Mintjulep]

Sam, I agree so much with you...

Like I always say, I don't have a sweet tooth, I have a whole set!!! :clap2:

[Mintjulep]

Even tho I was at an older age than recommended,
I had my first colonoscopy screening yesterday. :yikes:

So after the light liquid eating before, and the fact that the drugs made me sick afterward (as drugs usually affect me), I decided today is a great day to start a better eating plan.
And I already feel lighter... (Mostly probably because my pipes are cleaned out). :bow:

So I will do my best to be a good girl and eat healthier. And lose weight...
I figure if Rhonda can quit smoking (GO RHONDA!), maybe I can do this for myself.

[samhass]

Good luck, Mint. Down here everyone wants to go out to eat or prepare all these fabulous meals for you.

[nONIE]

Minty,

If I can do it anyone can! Ronda has truly inspired me. I have cut back on carbs and my clothes are starting to hang, of course so is everything else under my clothes! LOL

[Mintjulep]

Nonie,
Low carbs always works best for me too.
But during this move, I'll kinda have to take what I can get.
But will eat alot less than the norm, then start the low carbs maybe by next week...
And will be extremely busy getting moved in and settled. That'll help.
And Mr. Mint will be in NC for awhile, so I won't have to cook much, just for myself...

We are going to Cancun for a week Nov. 1st,
and I'd like to at least look socially acceptable by then...
So I have 3 months to work on it...

[chelsea24]

Nonie, I thought I would lose weight for the cruise. Not a pound! >:( Well, I have about 6 weeks left. Maybe I will lose a pound. :o

[chelsea24]

OK, vetman is working today, so I'm going to eat and sleep and eat and sleep and eat and sleep. hmmmm, now I'll have another pound to lose!

[Barefoot]

I started a serious diet yesterday. (Yeah, right). Today I went to Momma Mia and the bad fairies made me eat a huge container of buttered popcorn. I don't think there is anything worse for your diet or for your arteries.

In the famous words of Chels: :realmad:


I didn't do anything good for myself today! In fact I'm mad at myself! In fact, I'm not talking to myself! :o Well, said Scarlett, tomorrow is another day. ;)

[Village Kid 2]

Today I took a closet full of work clothes to Goodwill. Ahhh, retirement is good! 8)

[beady]

Yesterday I had clam chowder ,followed by a steamed lobster drowned in butter accompanied by corn on the cob and cole slaw.......absolutely heaven. :bigthumbsup: :clap2: :clap2:

Now, about the cruise and losing weight, well I guess that is a bust. I am thinking that a good thing to do on a rainy day is go shopping for a Caftan or to. Remember girls we are wearing caftans on the cruise,(at least I will have to). I am not going to stop eating lobster while I am here in lobster country. 040

[nONIE]

Oh Beady! You are making me soooo hungry! I must have a hard boiled egg for breakfast ! ug! ug! ug! >:(

[beady]

Oh Nonie, you are so good...that's exactly what I should be doing....

You will be glad ;D when you have lost the weight and I will be sad :'( because all I can wear is a caftan.

[samhass]

Beady, Don't you worry about a thing. We can be the caftan sisters....royal sisters of Omar the Tent Maker. ;) ;) We shall dine on baklava and all sorts of tasty treats. Though we may be pleasingly plump, we do take our good health into consideration...as long as it doesn't interfere with our lifestyle to much. I think sometimes the joy and laughter we share during a fine meal somehow offsets some of the calories.

[chelsea24]

Good try Sammie! Now pass the spuds! 1rnfl

[beady]

Oh, Sam, what a terrific attitude. I will remember to eat and laugh and enjoy...at this point in our lives you are exactly right..health and laughter are far more important.
Omar is a great designer and we will look terrific.. ::)

[beady]

Chels, you are hilarious 1rnfl 1rnfl 1rnfl

Now pass the butter and gravy for the spuds. ;D

[Barefoot]

Yesterday I had clam chowder ,followed by a steamed lobster drowned in butter accompanied by corn on the cob and cole slaw.......absolutely heaven. :bigthumbsup: :clap2: :clap2:

OMG, I am drooling on my keyboard. Forget the diet I tried to start on Tuesday. I'm heading for Red Lobster!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Sam is absolutely 100% correct. If you laugh and talk while you eat, add in some hand motions to express yourself even further - all those movements equals the latest exercise program and therefore you have lost calories.

Moral of this is that you should laugh more, express yourselves also with your hands and talk. This will be the newest exercise fad to hit the country.

Perhaps we could make a top selling DVD?

HB

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Rok - you have been an inspirations to all of us. Thank You.

Now if I can remember to be inspired when I see food.

HB

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Question, how do you get enough fiber on a low carb diet? I need to have 26 grams of fiber a day?
HB

[Blondie]

HB, I don't know if this would work for you, but I take 2000 mg of Flax Oil per day (1000 in the AM & 1000 in PM). Since I really dislike yogurt, I also take Probio-Wellness digestive enzymes AM & PM to get those "healthy bacteria" in me, and since I don't eat anything that comes out of the water I take Omega-3 purified fish oil ( researched and found some that does not repeat on you). My cholesterol was higher than the MD wanted (216) so that's why I began this regimen. You can also buy flax seeds and put it on your cereal, but to me it feels gritty doh

MD Blondie

[samhass]

HB, You have to grind the flax seeds or your body can't digest them. I think they taste like banana nut bread and love them on my cereal. I grind them in a food mill and add them to cakes, cookies, muffins, rice, etc.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Thanks for all the great info.

I will look into the Flax seed. Not to sure if I will grind it though - I need to chew to feel full. Liquid diets never worked for me for that reason.

We take fish oil every day because the ophthalmologist said it is good for your body. Since I haven't met a food I haven't liked I eat yogurt nearly every day.

I can't believe how fast you both responded - appreciate it.

HB

[Barefoot]

Sam is absolutely 100% correct. If you laugh and talk while you eat, add in some hand motions to express yourself even further - all those movements equals the latest exercise program and therefore you have lost calories. HB

HB, as I recall, you're the one who told me that calories consumed at the kitchen counter while standing up don't count. I'm beginning to suspect that some of your information isn't entirely accurate or I'd be a size smaller than I am. :dontknow:

My rule is that chocolate consumed from the freezer at 3 am when you can't sleep is used as a sedative and is therefore calorie free. ;)

[renielarson]

I spent the evening with dear friends and enjoyed the most delicious food and conversation. It's hard saying goodbye for now but I'm already looking forward to saying hello again in 4 months.

[samhass]

Bare said "My rule is that chocolate consumed from the freezer at 3 am when you can't sleep is used as a sedative and is therefore calorie free. Wink"
Bare, I am coming to you for enlightenment and wisdom. You teach the most wonderful life lessons. I've been consuming my chocolate from the freezer around 10PM. Who knew????

[chelsea24]

Spent a wonderful evening with great, dear friends. Then had a really refreshing drive home in the golf cart in a wet bathing suit. I've decided it felt so good, I'm going to drive around more in wet clothing! :o I love it.

Bare, the ice cream sedative at 3am is the best. :bigthumbsup: And you'll get to sleep faster when you add chocolate sauce. yummmmm.

[Rokinronda]

I indulged in CHOCOLATE cake at 9 ish, if I had known about the 3 AM rule I would have waited!!!What a perfect night!! Wonderful friends, great conversation, perfect weather, a moonlit sky, delicious dinner and CHOCOLATE CAKE!! Bright in 4 months we shall celebrate your return visit and next year a huge homecoming party!!! Chels, driving in a golf cart on a balmy summer night in a wet bathing suit is like dancing in the rain!! Sam, 3 AM chocolate , sounds like a good diet plan!! HB, Bare, many others, someday we are all going to be together and PARTY PARTY PARTY!! I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! My HOME!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

I thought when you eat chocolate, no matter what time of day or night, it was heart medicine, that is the really dark chocolate. Am I wrong?

HB

[Barefoot]

I thought when you eat chocolate, no matter what time of day or night, it was heart medicine, that is the really dark chocolate. Am I wrong?
HB

HB, it is correct that dark chocolate is heart medicine. It also helps with mood swings (so evey woman needs it)! However dark chocolate does contain calories unless eaten at 3 AM. Not sure why, just one of life's little unexplained mysteries. I think it is the same principle as .. "If no-one sees you eat it, it has no calories".

People often remark that I always eat salads and I'm very self disciplined. hahaha 1rnfl If they only knew that a quart of chocolate ice cream lasts me about 10 minutes. But I consume it sitting in the dark in the garage, therefore it is calorie free.

You're welcome.

[chelsea24]

Hahahahha Bare! 1rnfl You are the most wonderful nutbar! I love all of your "good" eating habits and tips. ;D

[Blondie]

This morning I bought 2 bags of Hersheys chocolate licorace mm mm good 040...but 2 of my most favorite "meals" are movie popcorn and Lays thick cut sea salt potato chips....the sea salt makes it healthy......think I'll go to the store now...I need salt. :agree:

MD Blondie

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Let me see if I understand all of this diet info correctly so I can lose weight like Nonie is.
1. Daily exercise regimen:
A. Walking to refrigerator/freezer at 3 am each day. Before I can do that I need to do the following exercises.
B. First I must go from the house to the car.
C. Then I need to park the car and walk to the store.
D. In the store I need to continue my walking exercise to purchase necessary weight loss items.
E. From there I walk to the check out counter.
F. To increase loss of calories I will now walk to the car and drive home.
G. Followed by even more exercise - take out diet chocolate (because it is eaten at 3 am) items, bring them to the freezer.
H. (I hope I have enough energy to wake up at 3 am to eat my diet foods, will set alarm clock [more calories burned off] then collapse from all this exercise.

Foods eaten standing - no calories
Foods eaten when no one in looking - no calories
Crumbs - have no calories
Ends of pieces when eaten standing - no calories
Sundaes, Banana Splits, Malted, Shakes and ice cream when you place a grape tomato on them are no longer considered desserts but a salad. Everyone knows salads are low in calories.
Cheese cake needs to be eaten daily to fulfill calcium requirements.
Cakes, Pies, scones and similar items when a sliver of fruit (your choice) is placed on the top is then considered fulfilling your daily requirement of fruit.
Breads and rolls are considered extremely important to your daily health only if you sprinkle Flax Seed on them - daily fiber requirements.
I think Bare also mentioned that if you eat something in the dark or in a closet or a garage those foods absolutely have no calories - you are standing.

Foods that contain calories - all foods eaten when sitting down EXCEPT for foods eaten with others while talking and laughing.

I hope I now have my new diet plan correct. :yikes: OMG it is 4:42 am in NY, I missed my 3 am chocolate for my heart.

From Bare,
HB, it is correct that dark chocolate is heart medicine. It also helps with mood swings (so every woman needs it)! However dark chocolate does contain calories unless eaten at 3 AM. Not sure why, just one of life's little unexplained mysteries. I think it is the same principle as .. "If no-one sees you eat it, it has no calories".

People often remark that I always eat salads and I'm very self disciplined. hahaha 1rnfl If they only knew that a quart of chocolate ice cream lasts me about 10 minutes. But I consume it sitting in the dark in the garage, therefore it is calorie free.

You're welcome.
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To my wonderful health conscience Sistah's you have no idea how "light" I now feel, know the correct way to lose weight. I feel ever so relieved.

Thank you, Miss you all,

HB

HB

[chelsea24]

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(SIGH) YES! Still here in Dazzle Junction! Don't you just love these shoes! OK, I have to get a grip.

[nONIE]

Chels,

Dont EVER get a grip! You might bore us!!! LOL

HB,

I think I gained every ounce back this past weekend! Willpower, whats that???

[Barefoot]

HB

Many thanks! I think your comprehensive weight loss plan covers every aspect. I'm pleasantly surprised that it is easy to follow too! I was pleased to receive the information from Blondie that sea salt turns potato chips into a health food. And HB, I am very glad to hear that adding a cherry tomato to ice cream turns it into salad, another good healthy choice. I'm relieved that I no longer have to eat my ice cream in the dark in the garage.

I expect we'll all shortly see a reduction of several dress sizes.

[Just Susan]

Well I haven't changed my eating habits, so I am still fat and sassy...the sassy part is with me fat or thin, what I have changed is my avatar.

Just as I was about to strike out on my own, eliminating Tom from my screen name...he's a big boy now and has gotten his own name...sorry not allowed to reveal it he likes freaking Sam out. Anyway just as I was being my own woman...our dear Johnny comes up with a new avatar for me/us. Me, really cause Tom never says anything under this name.

Anyway I have a new avatar that brings to mind the old song "Are you a boy....or are you a girl...." I think Johnny did a great job...genius at work as usual.

So for now I will retire my wiggle, she will however, remain at the ever ready to sashay her way across my posts in the future. Meanwhile I am having an identity crisis. We have been married waaaaayyyyy to long and have become one!
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[barb1191]

HB

Many thanks! I think your comprehensive weight loss plan covers every aspect. I'm pleasantly surprised that it is easy to follow too! I was pleased to receive the information from Blondie that sea salt turns potato chips into a health food. And HB, I am very glad to hear that adding a cherry tomato to ice cream turns it into salad, another good healthy choice. I'm relieved that I no longer have to eat my ice cream in the dark in the garage.

I expect we'll all shortly see a reduction of several dress sizes.


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dream on happy campers.. So are y'all publishing this "diet" in Prevention magazine???

[chelsea24]

1rnfl 040 That's a very good idea Bare! I'm sure they'd pay big bucks for it. BTW, my friend is opening up a "Chocolate Bar" in Vegas. It's an after hours place, meaning not open until midnight until 7am. All dishes and drinks will have chocolate or something to do with chocolate. I think the ladies will be dragging their husbands there in droves!

Supposed to be very dark, silky and sexy too! Yummmmm ;)

[barb1191]

There's one in the Boston suburb of Burlington, MA that my stepdaughter works in. Veddy s'pensive and sensual; yessssssssssssssss

[samhass]

LOL..yeah Susan, he had me going!! I love this avatar!!!!!!!!!!!! Your wiggggggle was good, too.



Well I haven't changed my eating habits, so I am still fat and sassy...the sassy part is with me fat or thin, what I have changed is my avatar.

Just as I was about to strike out on my own, eliminating Tom from my screen name...he's a big boy now and has gotten his own name...sorry not allowed to reveal it he likes freaking Sam out. Anyway just as I was being my own woman...our dear Johnny comes up with a new avatar for me/us. Me, really cause Tom never says anything under this name.

Anyway I have a new avatar that brings to mind the old song "Are you a boy....or are you a girl...." I think Johnny did a great job...genius at work as usual.

So for now I will retire my wiggle, she will however, remain at the ever ready to sashay her way across my posts in the future. Meanwhile I am having an identity crisis. We have been married waaaaayyyyy to long and have become one!
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[barb1191]

Interesting that Tom has an ID and never posts. Same with Bill...He really enjoys perusing the site, yet chooses to not post. He finds it so very amusing and doesn't really read everything. Nor do I for that matter. After awhile, one seems to favor some over others, yes?

barb

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share with all of you something I have accomplished. As a t :edit: agent I need to take numerous courses, then take tests to prove that I have absorbed this knowledge correctly.

I reached the highest level in this field of endeavor with various cruise lines but with two cruise lines, both prominent - the P :edit: Line and Cun :edit: line, I was chosen to win a special award based on needs that I was able to recognize and at the same time provide a positive way to remedy this.

Now I am being asked to participate in a program to create a new course of study. I know it is just a course of study, like everyone else has achieved in their lives, but I wanted to let you know.

The :edit: areas are due to the guidelines that the Administrators have. No advertising.

HB

[islandgal]

[color=red][font=Verdana]CONTRATULATIONS, HB

:clap2: :#1:

[renielarson]

HB

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[Rokinronda]

WTG HB!!!!! http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l23/dazzlejunction/greetings/congratulations/5.gif (http://www.dazzlejunction.com/)

[Just Susan]

Simply Fab HB. Wouldn't expect anything less from an over-acheiver like you.

[nONIE]

HB,

Congratulations on your success!! :bigthumbsup:

So this is what your up to when your not playing in TV!! Miss you, hurry back!

[Barefoot]

Today I went to a Cancer Ward with a friend who is dying of cancer. He has decided to have Chemotherapy, which cannot save his life, but may extend it a few weeks.

I sat in the Chemo Treatment Room and watched 10 people with cancer have their treatments. Some terminal, some with hope of recovery. All were smiling, polite, brave, social with each other, and appreciating whatever life they have left.

It is an inspiration! None of us have a long life promised to us. Please savor every day. We are all so blessed to be on this planet, especially those of us in good health.

[chelsea24]

aww Bare, we need to all remember and count our blessings everyday. My prayers are with you and your friends.

Vetman went through this a few years back and thank God it was caught in time. But he had to go for radiation and I remember sitting there waiting for him wondering how all of the people can be so cheerful and kind. There was a certain serenity to the clinic. The human spirit is an amazing thing.

One good thing I did for me today is send you love. Miss you dear friend, chels

[nONIE]

Bare,

You are an incredible friend to offer your support for the day. I can only imagine the thoughts that must have gone thru your head as you sat there empathyzing with all the patients.

Thankyou for sharing your day with us, mabe we can stop picking at the small insignificant aggrevations and realize what a gift each and every day is. Suddenly faded pool chairs just dont seem very important do they.

You are a blessing in my life and you without a doubt tipify the meaning of a true friend.

[Blondie]

HB, I think it's quite an honor to be chosen as you were. Sounds to me that you must be very perceptive as well as a problem solver, and the company recognized that in you.
Congratulations. :bigthumbsup:

Bare, I am so sorry that you had to go through that. You are a good friend, and I'm sure he appreciates the time you spend with him. I spent many days watching Jim being infused at Johns Hopkins, and I agree with you. I was amazed at the folks we met there. They seemed somehow to be so peaceful, and were definitely and inspiration to me. I do count my blessings every day, and I have many of them.

MD Blondie

[Mintjulep]

Bare, I agree that seeing the bravery of terminal patients IS such an inspiration.
Makes all our little woes seem so insignificant.
I remember when my stepmother, that I was very close to, died at age 33 of lung cancer.
What a horrible last year for her with all those awful treatments...
But she was always smiling, we shopped, we lunched and we laughed alot.
She was very courageous.... And what good memories we made...

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Dear Bare,

I applaud you. What you did not every person can do.

The human spirit is truly amazing. I do not know if I would be smiling, laughing and joking around if I was receiving any kind of treatment for cancer.

You have given of yourself in one of the finest ways one human being can give to another. I can only guess the comfort, support and love your friend felt from you.

I am so glad we are friends.

HB

[barb1191]

The one good thing I am doing for myself today is to return to the hospital for my chemo sessions once a month for the next three months.

Those stricken with a terminal disease are prone to take the high road and work at keeping positive thoughts. The mind is powerful and can make it or break it.

I call my chemo sessions, "a day at the spa."

Bare, you are a good friend with a good heart, bless you.

Hugs, barb

PS: Yesterday I saw the movie "Bucket List" which is a winner for sure. It left me with tears of joy; a very uplifting story when one can mesh together such sadness along with much joy.

[nONIE]

Barb,

You are in my prayers for an easy time of it with your chemo. Prayers and healing light going out your way, I care! :-*

[chelsea24]

Hey Barb,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you're a fighter girl! Go get'em!

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I'm in your corner, love, chels

[KathieI]

Barb, I wish I could be there with you to keep you and Bill company, but you know that my heart is right on your chest. Just think of good things and remember we love you (especially me) and I will always be praying for you guys...

Bare, that was a wonderful thing you did. I remember in 1983 when my Mom was diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer at age 63, and we would sit in the hospital room day in and day out and no one would come to visit because of their fears. Its was very sad for Mom as some of her special friends wouldn't show up. I will never forget her feeling of loneliness and desperation that her friends weren't there to say goodbye. Dad, brother and I were all alone with her and it was extremely difficult. Thanks for being who you are and having strength, I know it wasn't easy. Bless you and thanks, I'm glad your my friend!!

[Barefoot]

Thanks Chels, Nonie, Blondie, Kat, Mint, and HB for your supportive comments, and for sharing personal stories. I am in awe of how brave people can be in the face of adversity. I feel my soul is enriched if I can help out in some small way. I especially admire the doctors and nurses who work every day with the terminally ill. They are indeed angels.

Barb, good luck with your Chemo. You have a great spirit and a wonderful mate in Bill.

Benj, thanks for you beautiful PM. I am looking forward to being your friend when we both are in The Bubble.

[Blondie]

Barb,

I will surely put you in my prayers, and send positive thoughts your way. I have two very special folks up in heaven, my husband and my son, and I will ask them for special prayers for you as well (they have extra pull).

MDB

[renielarson]

Barb
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[Just Susan]

Barb, I wish you strength and a positive attitude as you walk through this trial. Mostly I wish you success. I am sending you a few little friends to make you smile.



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[barb1191]

Oh my..... Thank y'all so very much for your prayers and well wishes. Sure gave me warm fuzzies!

My "Day at the spa" today was so encouraging and no hurts or boo boo's. Vitals were taken, a chest x-ray, visit with my oncologist, and finally the chemo. Everything seems to be working ok; need to get a few lymph nodes cleared from the big "C". The staff is so warm, caring and extremely knowledgable in their field of expertise.

Again, thank you, my friends, how fortunate am I with your support! So appreciated.

Hugs, barb xoxox

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Barb I think the following says it best for me.

HB
Barb, I wish you strength and a positive attitude as you walk through this trial. Mostly I wish you success. I am sending you a few little friends to make you smile.



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Barb
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Hey Barb,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you're a fighter girl! Go get'em!

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I'm in your corner, love, chels

[Rokinronda]

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[renielarson]

I did a very good thing for myself today!

I cleaned my house so I could live in it again after being away for 2 months and leaving it for my hubs to tend to. This is what I did:

Sanitized the laundry room where the kitty box is kept.

Sanitized the washing machine so my dirty clothes would get clean when washed.

Reorganized 2 pantries, 2 freezers, and cupboards that looked foreign.

Found the stove top and water kettle on top after scouring it.

Mopped and mopped and mopped and mopped (did I say mopped?) the kitchen and bathroom floors.

Scoured the glass shower doors to rid them of scum and de-molded and de-fungused not only the doors but the shower, too.

Set our bedroom up again after a fresh repaint job. Had to put bedskirt on bed, flip the feather bed since it was upside down, put on a top sheet that was neglected to be put on, plug in all the lamps and clocks, move furniture back into the original positions, and rearrange knicknacks to their proper locations.

Then, I had to clean up cat puke and doo doo that had been sitting around.

On top of this, I unpacked all my suitcases and did laundry.

Now, I repack again for a wedding we're going to this weekend.

Was I happy today? Take a guess!

MEN!

[samhass]

Oh my, Bright. You just wore me slam out!!!!

[renielarson]

Sam

I slammed a few things around today while uttering words that would get censored here. Was so happy to be home alone so no one could hear me.

[samhass]

If we headed up to Pa right now, I can only imagine the work to be done. When we are there, we work inside and outside constantly. We built many formal flower beds. They are planted with perennials, but I like to fill in with annuals. We should be there now keeping it all looking fabulous since it's for sale. I'm just having to good a time here to leave.

[chelsea24]

Bright, are you secretly married to vetman? I know that's how our house would be. :o

[Rokinronda]

My home would be condemned if I was gone that long!

[Peachie]

Bright, your stamina is impressive and I'll bet you sleep really well tonight :o

[Barefoot]

Bright, after you attend that wedding this weekend, could you pop up to Canada? Your house cleaning skills sound superb.

I once knew someone who cleaned all her bathroom grout in the floors and tub with a toothbrush. But I think now they've locked her away. ;D

[barb1191]

PEEPS, OH PEEPS.... Do this good thing for yourself today...

Hiring a reliable, honest house-cleaning service is a MUST in our retiring years, especially then. It's a matter of priorities in considering this service. Even if it's just done each month or so, it's soooo worth it and really won't break the bank if done extended periods of time.

When my cleaners have done our place, we walk into the house and, oh my, the place smells so clean and looks so much brighter. Don't do windows? Oh yes the one I have does at an unheard of low price per window. I have no relativity other than a paying customer. You can find their ad on this site; go for it, you've earned it. They are bonded, licensed, etc.

barb

[renielarson]

Barb

I have a cleaning lady who comes every 2 weeks and she comes today. My problem was that I needed to clean my house before she came or I would have been sooooo embarrassed! This was a small price to pay on my part since I left the house in my hubs care so I could play in TV all summer. ;D

[Boomer]

I did a very good thing for myself today!

I cleaned my house so I could live in it again after being away for 2 months and leaving it for my hubs to tend to. This is what I did:

Sanitized the laundry room where the kitty box is kept.

Sanitized the washing machine so my dirty clothes would get clean when washed.

Reorganized 2 pantries, 2 freezers, and cupboards that looked foreign.

Found the stove top and water kettle on top after scouring it.

Mopped and mopped and mopped and mopped (did I say mopped?) the kitchen and bathroom floors.

Scoured the glass shower doors to rid them of scum and de-molded and de-fungused not only the doors but the shower, too.

Set our bedroom up again after a fresh repaint job. Had to put bedskirt on bed, flip the feather bed since it was upside down, put on a top sheet that was neglected to be put on, plug in all the lamps and clocks, move furniture back into the original positions, and rearrange knicknacks to their proper locations.

Then, I had to clean up cat puke and doo doo that had been sitting around.

On top of this, I unpacked all my suitcases and did laundry.

Now, I repack again for a wedding we're going to this weekend.

Was I happy today? Take a guess!

MEN!




Bright,

Yours was the first post I read this morning. And now I am completely worn out just from reading it and must go back to bed.

I remember reading all about how you cleaned your place in TV, top to bottom, in some sort of record time it seemed.

What is your secret?

Do you and Mr. Clean have a thaaannng goin' on?

Boomer

[Barefoot]

My home would be condemned if I was gone that long!

Umm, I guess this comment should be in Girl Talk!

Ronda, I was in TV for six months while Fireboy was commuting to work in Toronto and "holding down the fort" at home. When I returned from TV, the house actually looked like a fort, or at least like dozens of soldiers had lived there. I had to hire a cleaner for nine hours to get the house to a state where I could handle the cleaning. And I'm not a clean freak. Fireboy was astounded that I felt his cleaning efforts weren't good enough. :dontknow:

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Barefoot,

Years ago I got down on my hands and knees and cleaned the grout with a tooth brush. They did sparkle after that.

Now I have an electric grout cleaner for the bathroom floors - well really only one. Don't know why but it attracts dirt.

Bright,

Pleeeeeeeeease come to my house. You will not have to do windows or clean out freezers. I must admit I think Barefoot did it the right way.

HB

[barb1191]

Barb

I have a cleaning lady who comes every 2 weeks and she comes today. My problem was that I needed to clean my house before she came or I would have been sooooo embarrassed! This was a small price to pay on my part since I left the house in my hubs care so I could play in TV all summer. ;D


Bright, it sure sounds like you have a great hubs to not mind you staying apart in TV and having some fun. Guess you knew the price you would have to pay upon returning to the "bachelor pad."

Not that many men would go for that time apart; I don't think. I too am fortunate that my hubs would do the same......To be a great, understanding guy as long as I'm having fun. HOWEVER, yes I would probably pay a boodle for the house to be put back into shape. Bill is a great guy and does not allow me in the kitchen and does all the food shopping.....because he loves to cook and he's a good cook, at that. Now, that's a keeper, huh? He also loves to garden. I never enjoyed gardening mainly because I'm scared stiff of bugs, especially spiders. Bill went to agricultural college and thus the love of gardening. Yup, plucked him right off the farm. Not really but gardening became his hobby and system analyst became his profession that started way back in the DOS days. If you know DOS, then you're old as dirt, like we are. Old as dirt we may be, yet feeling like spring chickens.

barb

[renielarson]

I was away for year once and when I returned I paid my cleaning lady triple to come in and clean things up...it was worth every penny.

My hubs also does all the grocery shopping and 99% of the cooking. Although I love to cook and think I'm pretty good at it, I have to admit he's much better. In my opinion, he should have been a chef. However, I do all the clean up when's he's done. There is no way I could let him clean up after his cooking because it would never meet my standards.

[chelsea24]

OK, so today, I worked less and played more!

. . . "Cats just want to have fun-hun . . . oh, Cats just want to fun-hun . . ."

[Rokinronda]

So far today, I have treasured my memories of Bouv and am comforting Lila. :'( Lila knows Bouv is gone and seems very sad. Do I see tears in her little eyes? :( Lila is getting double love, hugs and kisses, a special lunch and my thanks for being Bouvs canine buddy. I think I will treat Lila to a golf cart ride to the doggy park, too!

[Barefoot]

Ronda, I've been thinking of you all day. Hope you and Lila are a great comfort to each other.

[renielarson]

Rhonda, I hope that...

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Luv ya g/f

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Rhonda - from all of us to you and your family.

(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))

hb



Rhonda, I hope that...

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Luv ya g/f

[chelsea24]

Went with my hubby to financial guy today (BLAH BLAH BLAH) But then we gave Fay a good kick in the butt and went out to play Texas Hold'em! Great fun day after all this sitting around in the house. (Although yesterday, I had some great friends over to play Mahjongg and became the self-appointed "Smoothie Queen" of the Villages! :#1:

[samhass]

Yesterday I had a great smoothie!! Today I played games with friends all afternoon then had dinner with Mr Samhass.

[Rokinronda]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts and kind sentiments about my Bouv. I am fine knowing she didn't suffer and was in my arms when she went to the Rainbow Bridge!!!! Yesterday was awesome!! We will not let Fay disturb great get togethers and friendships!!!!! Tonight I danced my butt off. Hi, Dick, eddie, and Linda? I hope , HANDIE John and Mrs.Betty? visited our table at KB's. Hand...50 years with a beautiful wife!! She is such a sweet shy lady! I LOVE HER!!! How she put up w/hand for 50 years??? she is a saint! He is a great friendly guy I am pleased to know!!! Handis wife is a doll!!! TOTv has brought so many GREAT peeps into my life!! THANKS! I am exhausted and must save strength for tomorrow night! Dance dance dance fun fun fun!!! Rockys in town and I LOVE THEM!! I love you all, also!!!!! :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* :-* What a place this is!! How can anyone not love this place and the wonderful peeps here??? They must be NUTS! :-*

[nONIE]

Well, I thought I was doing a really good thing for myself! I am trying desperately to cut back on my carbs(OMG this weight loss thing is going so slow, my patience is wearing very thin)
While out at the grocery store, I am always looking for very low carb snacks. So I picked up a bag of pork rinds(not really knowing what they are). The bag said 0 carbs, 0 trans fat. I was really thrilled about this. when i opened the bag in the car, this horrible stench emitted from the bag Kinda like dead and buried pig butts! I wanted to :barf:
Then I made the big mistake of tasting one. :yikes: It was absolutely the worst thing I have ever tasted.

I fed them to the crows! My dogs wouldnt even eat them. This diet is getting harder by the minute!!!! >:(

[renielarson]

I am laughing so hard at your description of pork rinds. 1rnfl :agree: :agree: :agree: They are one of the worst foods of all time along with headcheese. :barf:

You are so funny, Nonie!

[Peachie]

Oh dear, Nonie, and if you checked out at the supermarket with a credit card you will now be on the mail marketing list for hog hocks and sow bellies. 1rnfl

[Just Susan]

Nonie, if you have any left over rinds that the cows refused to eat....because the used to know the pigs that they came from.....just dip them in dark chocolate and put them on a stick. Perfect Fair food.

[renielarson]

No comment needed except a wonderful day with Mr. Bright (oops, no pic), Rollerblade Ann (member of TOTV) Mr. Rollerblade Ann, and me, me, me...lol.

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[Just Susan]

How fun Bright. Looks like you had a good time.

[islandgal]

For You Cruisers :hot:
Regarding your discussions on caftans:

If you aren't familiar with it, here is a great catalog that might have caftans and other good cruise ideas.

http://www.softsurroundings.com/Clothing/Tops/

[chelsea24]

Having a luscious cake with great dear friends for Vetman, my husband and soulmate!

[nONIE]

OMG, Im drooling Chels, is this a carbless cake?

Just trying to figure out how I get around this one, I've been Soooo good!!

[chelsea24]

Yes Nonie! Double Chocolate Fudge! No calories or carbs at all! As HB points out, we'll all eat it standing up, so it doesn't count! LOLOL 1rnfl

[Rokinronda]

It will be a GREAT afternoon!!!!! Can't wait! ;D ;D

[nONIE]

Well, if you see some idiot jogging around the block 50 times, dont call the village Watch,Its just me getting ready for the chocolate cake!!

[renielarson]

Devoted this weekend to me, Me, ME!

Yesterday I spent the day with my hubs, Rollerblade Ann and her hubs, and my team teacher and her hubs on the boat. There is a big annual Labor Day Weekend get together on the lake and we people watched, swam, ate, and drank the day away! It was hot, the water was refreshing, and good friends' company made for the perfect Saturday.
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Today, I slept late, never changed out of my jammies, didn't fix hair or put on make-up, and decided to sit back, watch news of Gustav and the RNC, and do absolutely nothing!
What a weekend! Only one more day then the grind begins...Tuesday is the first day of school with the kids. :yikes:

[samhass]

Looks like great fun, Bright. Your ears should have been burning today. Many of us gathered to celebrate Vetman's birthday. We also spoke of those we missed... You , Beads, Bare, S&T, GG, Peachie and others. We missed you but are glad you are having a wonderful time!

[chelsea24]

Thank you all so much for making my hubby, vetman's birthday so special. I love you all. And thanks Bright for calling and singing to him. We missed you being there. Thanks all again. With much love, chels

[nONIE]

Chels, It was our pleasure! ;D

[Barefoot]

I'm so sorry to have missed Vetman's party, I was thinking of you all and wishing I was there. Only 54 days left to go before I'm back on the reservation! :bigthumbsup:

[nONIE]

Bare,

We really, really, missed you too! It just didnt seem right without our Barefoot. wav

[chelsea24]

Just relaxed today. Played on TOTV. Slept off and on. One of my favorite kind of days. :bigthumbsup:

[Barefoot]

Bare,
We really, really, missed you too! It just didnt seem right without our Barefoot. wav

Thanks Nonie. I haven't been awfully homesick for The Bubble lately, but the pictures of Vetman's party did me in. Now I can hardly wait to get back to TV. Fireboy just called and asked if I want to leave Canada a couple of days earlier.

Do I ever! :clap2:

[chelsea24]

Did ya leave yet Bare????? Let me know! YEAH! :-* ;D

[samhass]

Let me know, too, Bare!!!

[Peachie]

Let me know too, Bare, so I can be jealous as all get out! :'(

[Barefoot]

Sam, Chels, Nonie and Peachie

Sadly, I still have another 47 days 8 hours and 53 minutes to spend in exile in Canada. :cus: You'll hear the fireworks going off when I hit the Florida border. :bigthumbsup:

Peachie, I thought you were already living in TV!

[beady]

Started packing for the trip home to the bubble.......can't wait...I will trying to outrun Hanna.
Hopefully she will be kind and not rain on my trip.
Wish me luck.

Heading Home ...Yea 040 :clap2: :clap2:

[Peachie]

I wish we were, Bare. We're not retired fully yet and are still weighing the idea of cashing everything out here and moving fulltime to our haven in Duval. In the interim, it's snippets of getaways to drink some more Koolaid. But even though I'm a little green-eyed that you'll be there before me, I'm delighted for you. But please save me a seat at the coffee klatch when I get there ;).

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[Hyacinth Bucket]

Had a wonderful time at a faboulous wedding party for someone's :edit: daughter and son-in-law. Fantastic sunset, wonderful breeze, bubbles and laughter and most important of all - friendships.

Company was excellent but we missed all who could not attend - both here in TV and those coming back.

You all missed Mr. 07 in his new garb for this season.

HB

[Hyacinth Bucket]

I had my ears pierced - second time. Have wanted to do this for years and went to Kevin who created my next fantastic hair do that will be easy to care for.

Thank you Kevin.

HB

[Barefoot]

I wish we were, Bare. We're not retired fully yet and are still weighing the idea of cashing everything out here and moving fulltime to our haven in Duval. But even though I'm a little green-eyed that you'll be there before me, I'm delighted for you. But please save me a seat at the coffee klatch when I get there ;).

Peachie, a long life isn't promised to any of us. Cash out and move to TV! You'll never regret it. Best decision I ever made was to buy a winter home in TV. If I could live there full time, I would. You lucky Americans! And Peachie, your seat at the coffee klatch will be reserved indefinitely! :bigthumbsup:

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Beady - I do not think anyone or anything will dare rain on your parade as you head back to Paradise.

Have a safe and easy trip - with no rain or wind.

HB

[renielarson]

Be safe Beady as you head back home. You have been missed!

[chelsea24]

Beady! YEAH! You're on your way home! Travel safe and see you soon. :bigthumbsup: ;D

Peachie! Cash out and come be my permanent neighbor! :bigthumbsup: ;D

Today I went to a "drumming" which they hold every week with three dear friends. Nonie, HB and Sid. :-* I love you guys!

[beady]

Well, looks like Hanna is going to delay my start back to the bubble. I will not be leaving now until Tuesday sooooooo......I will get home Thursday or Friday(got to stop for a birthday in NC). I will pick up the Captain on Wednesday in Baltimore and we will get home asap...that is if Ike doesn't delay us.....
Hurricanes be gone...I am trying to get home :'( :'( :'(

[nONIE]

Vedy interesting drumming circle today behind the old Whisky Creek. If you have rhythm and need to express it you can pound your heart out on Thursdays at 2:00. Very relaxing and music to my ears! Loved the company of dear friends all pounding together!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi, I have to agree with both Chels and Nonie. That is except for one point, you can have fun drumming even if you are like me and have no rhythm.

See you all next Thursday. We are going to bring a native American flute next week. It was a lot of fun.

HB

[nONIE]

Hey HB, You have rhythm I heard you! Mabe we can start our own 3 woman Indian pan band, and perform the world over! Think people would pay to see us, mabe more like throw rotten tomatoes! ::)

[Rokinronda]

I KNEW I MISSED SOMETHING TODAY!!!! WWAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH :'(

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Nonie, love your idea - I am hoping they will throw money at us not to play. We can always hijack the gazebo at one of the landings and see what happens. 1rnfl 1rnfl 1rnfl

HB

[beady]

I came home..... :hot: :hot:

That's right I am back. Drove into The Villages at 5:30 and wooooooooow did that feel good. My housewatchers had turned on my air and the refrigerator...my house and yard look wonderful. Soooooo glad to be home.
Picking up the Captain at SS in about an hour.

See you all soon...can't wait to catch up.

[renielarson]

Welcome Home, my friend. Glad you had a safe trip! I'm looking forward to meeting up with you again in a few months.

[samhass]

Welcome Home Beady!!!! We have missed you!!!!

[chelsea24]

WOOOO HOOOOO! Welcome home Beady!!!!! Yeah! We missed you so much! big kisses, chels

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[KathieI]

I came home..... :hot: :hot:

That's right I am back. Drove into The Villages at 5:30 and wooooooooow did that feel good. My housewatchers had turned on my air and the refrigerator...my house and yard look wonderful. Soooooo glad to be home.
Picking up the Captain at SS in about an hour.

See you all soon...can't wait to catch up.

Welcome home, Beady!! :clap2: :clap2: 040 040

So glad you're back!! You must come over to see my new digs, it is so beautiful here in TV, I'm so happy. Can't wait to catch up. Let's have a coffee "catch up" party with the ladies. Need to do it before HB leaves again... :'( Let's plan on it. I'm almost unpacked so need some fun now.

Welcome back, again.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

WB Beady - :welcome: :welcome: Back to the Neighborhood.

I hear that D'Lite is one of your favorite hangouts. Ours also. We go nearly every day for our 40 calorie fix.

Hope the koffee klatch works out.

HB

[Barefoot]

Hey Beads, I know you're glad to be back in TV. ;D And now you have the cruise coming up .. a good time for you and the Captain to relax. I'll be cruising in spirit.

And then it will be October and you'll be welcoming me back! :2excited: :hot:

[beady]

Hey Bare.....

Will be thinking about you, and missing you while cruising.

Can't wait to welcome you back to TV. :bigthumbsup:

[chelsea24]

Spent the day with my dear friend Nonie. We went to the casino in Tampa. Didn't do well, but it was fun anyway! Had a wonderful time, broke chels http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/brokesmiley.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[travelstiles]

I was in Tampa as well - but at a Financial Planning meeting. If you had won, I would have been happy to make some recommendations! ;D

[Barefoot]

Hey Bare.....
Will be thinking about you, and missing you while cruising.
Can't wait to welcome you back to TV. :bigthumbsup:

Thanks Beads. I hated to cancel off the cruise and I thought I'd be just desolate to miss out on all that fun! But I'm so busy here, and excited about returning to the Reservation in October, I don't have any time at all to be sad.

I hope that all you cruising peeps have great weather and a really wonderful time. I understand that the pool permits topless sun tanning. In Chel's words, make sure your "sisters" don't disappear into your armpits. ;D

[Just Susan]

Bare I love your new avatar. Great pic of you an Fireboy. Ain't love grand?

[Barefoot]

Bare I love your new avatar. Great pic of you an Fireboy. Ain't love grand?

Thanks Susan. I wanted a picture that shows the leaves changing color. It is so beautiful here in Canada in the Fall. I bet it is spectacular on your lake also.

[Just Susan]

Yes it is, but we are still all green. Will be a few weeks or so before we get good color. Stil in the high 60's low to mid 70's here.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi, I am just saying "Hello" so that I get all new messages on this thread.

If there is an easier way to get post and updates from your favorite threads please let me know.

Lost in Cyberspace.

HB

[chelsea24]

Wow, we've let this slip and I want to get back to each of us wonderful gals doing something good for ourselves each day.

So today, I worked less, relaxed and watched old movies. A very delightful day. I was good to me. :laugh:

[Whalen]

Wow, we've let this slip and I want to get back to each of us wonderful gals doing something good for ourselves each day.

So today, I worked less, relaxed and watched old movies. A very delightful day. I was good to me. :laugh:


Celebrated a dear friend's 60th birthday today in a great Italian restaurant in Brooklyn with good friends and family. We're planning a Friendship Cruise for sometime in 2010 as we'll be celebrating 50 years of friendship by then. Been a long road, sometimes bumby but all in all not a bad ride, not bad at all.

[graciegirl]

We winterized our outdoor areas today in preparation for our trip down to see all of you. Turned off and disconnected hoses, brought tables and outdoor furniture in, rolled up the rugs on the screen porch and put the porch swing in the garage in preparation for its trip south and its new place on the lanai in Hadley. Tomorrow the guy will come to turn off the irrigation system before cold weather. We are renting a trailer again, we have more stuff to bring. We have harnesses on Mikey and Hershey so when they complain in the car, we can let them out of their cage at least. Won't be long now. :)

I know that techically, it is not a "self indulgent" sort of thing, but for me, it is the beginning of the countdown to some happy times with you.

[Karen83]

After spending the first 14 days of our new life in TV trying out every activity I could find (like a kid in a candy shop), I listened to my body and stayed home and read!

So now I'm rested and ready to get going again and will start off with some tennis tomorrow morning! What a life! :a040:

Gracie, get that trailer packed.....I can't wait to meet you in person!

Karen

[Cassie325]

We winterized our outdoor areas today in preparation for our trip down to see all of you. Turned off and disconnected hoses, brought tables and outdoor furniture in, rolled up the rugs on the screen porch and put the porch swing in the garage in preparation for its trip south and its new place on the lanai in Hadley. Tomorrow the guy will come to turn off the irrigation system before cold weather. We are renting a trailer again, we have more stuff to bring. We have harnesses on Mikey and Hershey so when they complain in the car, we can let them out of their cage at least. Won't be long now. :)

I know that techically, it is not a "self indulgent" sort of thing, but for me, it is the beginning of the countdown to some happy times with you.

:sigh: will be your wanted response...and I am sure you have posted this already....but when do you arrive GG and how long are you here for?

[nONIE]

Wow, we've let this slip and I want to get back to each of us wonderful gals doing something good for ourselves each day.

So today, I worked less, relaxed and watched old movies. A very delightful day. I was good to me. :laugh:

Good for you Chels,

Your right, we have let this thread slip and its just too good to let it slide.

Today I went to the outlet mall near the lakehouse with a friend and bought myself 3 new pair of underpants. Amazing how new underpants can really give you a LIFT?:MOJE_whot:

[Cassie325]

. Amazing how new underpants can really give you a LIFT?:MOJE_whot:


:1rotfl::1rotfl::faint:

You are too funny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Whalen]

Good for you Chels,

Your right, we have let this thread slip and its just too good to let it slide.

Today I went to the outlet mall near the lakehouse with a friend and bought myself 3 new pair of underpants. Amazing how new underpants can really give you a LIFT?:MOJE_whot:

When all else fails nothing like buying new underwear!

[Shirleevee]

I have been trying to upload pictures here using Photobucket for a long time. Each time I tried, I was told that, "the upload has failed"! With so much going on, I have not had the patience or time to give it too much attention. Today, I read all I could on this site and was successful in adding some pictures Yippee! Now I am going to watch Tina Fey/Sarah Palin.

[chelsea24]

Spent the weekend doing nuttin' honey! That's the best I could do for me! :laugh:

[nONIE]

:Brought a huge beautiful vase of roses over to a dear friend/neighbor who is always doing things for us, without asking!

Which brings me to the question: What do you do for someone who has everything, wants nothing, and is continually showing kindnesses. Somehow flowers does not seem like enough!:undecided:

[sschuler1]

Nonie, everyone has to eat! So no one can have everything when it comes to food. Find out what your neighbor loves to eat but rarely treats themselves with. Or, anything homemade always shows how much you care!

Today I treated myself to a couple of hours of searching for tile for our backsplash in our kitchen. We are redoing our counter tops with granite, and plan to tile the backsplash at the same time. I think I was able to narrow it down to two choices, so it was a productive two hours. Now I just have to convince my hubby that these are the only two options open to him. :evil6:

[chelsea24]

Speaking of treats, I bought fudge today. This is so not good for me. But why does it feel so good? :shrug::laugh:

[graciegirl]

Today I am having my hair restored to it's somewhat original blonde condition. I am having a pedicure and a manicure and I am beating myself up over not losing some weight and exercising more before I returned to TV.

[Barefoot]

Today I am having my hair restored to it's somewhat original blonde condition. I am having a pedicure and a manicure and I am beating myself up over not losing some weight and exercising more before I returned to TV.


GG, you will look so elegant when you get to TV! :coolsmiley:

Well, I'm not having a manicure or pedicure or hair colour. But like GG, I'm beating myself up over not losing some weight .. I gained 12 lbs when I left TV which I haven't been able to shake, well, how hard have I tried? Not too hard at all. Fortunately the extra pounds are conveniently located around my waist, lol, so will be easy to find if I resort to liposuction. :undecided:

Back to unpacking all the boxes from moving houses. So I can start packing for the trip to TV. See y'all soon.

[nONIE]

Bare. want to go and have that lifestyle lift together? My face and your middle. I have still not given up on the idea, just have to get up enough nerve!

Hurry and get down to TV, the boxes will wait for you!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

GG - no one will notice any weight you did not lose. We all have the same feelings and/or problem. Will not tell you how many years this has been my #1 resolution.

You will be one glamorous gal - now that will stand out along with your wonderful personality.

See ya soon.

HB

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Nonie and Bare - I am thinking of having my baggy eyelids done. It will be an "uplift" of a different kind.

I will not lose any weight in the process though -

HB

[beady]

HB Let's do that together....my eye doc says I should be eligible for an eyelid reduction in about a year. Insurance will pay.....hooray!!!!

[Donna]

The one good thing I am going to do today is clean the house, and start packing for TV. :mornincoffee:

Soooo, on that note..Mr.Monk and I have lots in common.....:a040:

[chelsea24]

Donna's on da way! Donna will be in da house! Yeah! :a040:

Nonie and Bare soon too! :coolsmiley:

[chelsea24]

I spent the day with good friends, lots of food and Mahjongg. Now tonight dinner with more good friends. Life in the Villages couldn't be more perfect! :laugh:

[Donna]

Donna's on da way! Donna will be in da house! Yeah! :a040:

Nonie and Bare soon too! :coolsmiley:

Cheloni.....Packing, cleaning, getting last minute things done..Two more nights of the cold weather..:cold:

Sunday it's up, up and away to the sunny skies, and all my friends in TV:MOJE_whot:!

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Donna and Nonie and Gracie - do not soak up all that delicious warmth and sunshine. Save some for me.

We will be down on the 4th of November.

Miss ya all.

HB

[nONIE]

dont worry HB we will save some for you, theres plenty to go around!:laugh:

[Cassie325]

the BESt thing I did all day today....was to snuggle in with my daughter as she fell asleep in my arms while I sang softly.....life can not get any better than that!

[Donna]

Hurry down HB...http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/sun.gif (http://www.millan.net)

We're waiting for ya..http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/treeswing.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[The Great Fumar]

I have to admit that this is a very interesting thread......And its a very clever idea to call your support group to tell them what good thing you have done for yourself.....That way it doesn't take up much of your time and you only have to carry your cell phone once a month.........

Wish I'd thought of it ................fumar

[cglenhar]

Tonight I gave myself the gift of Yoga with Caron and Jack.

[Cassie325]

Tonight I gave myself the gift of Yoga with Caron and Jack.


OH very nice!! I was thinking about doing Yoga....some might say I need to loosen up a little....how long have you been doing it? Who are Caron and Jack?

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Oh Great Fumar,

What wonderful thing did you do today? I hear that you are missed in TV.

Hope all is well and you will return soon.

HB

[Barefoot]

Wonderful thing I did today ... got packed and ready to leave for TV!! :laugh:


It was actually snowing today in Canada. Yes, snowing!! Only temporary cuz it is going up to 54 degrees. Still, so scary,. looking out and seeing snowflakes. As Handie would say, I'm skeered.

Now I'm coming to TV very, very, very soon. Yay. :a040:

[graciegirl]

BARE? It is two minutes to five Friday Morning and I will hit the showers, We will put the kitties in the car and we are on the road to Paradise. Hugs and kisses to all..........................Peach? YOU picked one heck of a time to leave! Everyone. We're a comin'. Leave the lights on for us.

[cglenhar]

Caron and Jack Krier are a wonderful couple that teach through the college,she has a voice like silk. I have been taking classes since my Dr told me that it was one of the few things that I could safely do when my heart was on the fritz. It is soooo relaxing and is a weekly gift that I give myself. You would love it! They teach classes from beginner up to intermediate.

[Cassie325]

Caron and Jack Krier are a wonderful couple that teach through the college,she has a voice like silk. I have been taking classes since my Dr told me that it was one of the few things that I could safely do when my heart was on the fritz. It is soooo relaxing and is a weekly gift that I give myself. You would love it! They teach classes from beginner up to intermediate.

Thank you for this info! I will look into it...I would absolutely be a beginner though! LOL These are great things to do for ourselves.

[nONIE]

Wonderful thing I did today ... got packed and ready to leave for TV!! :laugh:


It was actually snowing today in Canada. Yes, snowing!! Only temporary cuz it is going up to 54 degrees. Still, so scary,. looking out and seeing snowflakes. As Handie would say, I'm skeered.

Now I'm coming to TV very, very, very soon. Yay. :a040:

Bare, Have a safe and uneventful trip! See ya soon! :coolsmiley:

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Bare, Nonie and GG - have a safe trip to the bubble.

See ya soon,

HB

[Rokinronda]

wooohoooooooo!!!!! I am soooo excited! GG, Bare, Nonie are on the way! HB hurry, hurry! Donna, too! 16 here yet?

Everyone, have safe travels and post or call when you arrive! There is going to be a lot of dancing, laughing, lunches, socials and so much more!!!! I am very excited!
:pepper2: :beer3: :pepper2:

Bare, Nonie and GG - have a safe trip to the bubble.

See ya soon,

HB

[chelsea24]

"The buds are back in town. . . the buds are back in town. . ."

(OK I was singing that to 'The Boys are Back in Town', which probably only Rhonda recognized.)

Hurry ladies. Open arms and open bar awaiting! :laugh:

[nONIE]

Thanks so much everyone, , you sure know how to make a girl feel welcome!

I can hardly contain, or restrain myself!!:pepper2::a040::clap2::MOJE_whot::

[Blondie]

:sigh: I will be with you all on the dance floor...in spirit (hope Julia doesn't show up) But keep your dancing shoes on...cuz I'll be back.:a040::a040:

[conn8757]

I rejoined weight watchers and feel better one day later (it has to be the accountability).

[graciegirl]

I sat on the lanai with our visiting daughter and grandson, also Sweetie and Helene, and ate fresh donuts and drank coffee and discussed our plans to play shuffleboard, swim and play golf later in the day if the weather stays fair, or go to the movies and shop if it doesn't.

[KathieI]

What one good thing did I do for myself today???

I woke UP!! :pepper2::pepper2: :MOJE_whot:
Conn, 8757,,,, Good Luck, I know that struggle. Keep up the good work!!

[ronsroni]

I was a first- time BUNCO player today and by the end of the ticket, my face was red, I was sweating.... NOT glowing or perspiring... good ole' American sweating,my right hip was locked and I will return in a week.
unfortunately, some players were rude and curt. Perhaps they forget about being first timers or they are savant.
most folks were helpful and patient. THANKS for the laughs and good luck.... even to the rude ones.:mademyday:

[kittygilchrist]

Proud to say I taped and labeled 20 boxes for my pending move to TV.

[Didiwinbob]

Date with Hubby to see Sister Act @ Wharton Center on MSU campus.


From Chris

[chachacha]

i stayed home and rested all day except for getting my mammogram and changing my decorations from valentines to Easter!! sometimes we just need to have a time out!

[ssmith]

LOL it was resurected ...an old thread that is!!!

[chuckinca]

Went to SS and enjoyed Uncle Bob's Rock Shop.

.

[2BNTV]

ODIE BUT GOODIE. THREAD STARTED APRIL 2008. :smiley:

[ronsroni]

I engaged an elderly gent in conversation as I saw him sitting alone. Turned out he is recently widowed and misses life a bit. He is supposed to meet me for coffee on Sunday. This felt so GOOD, it had to be for me.

[kagney123]

Packed a few more boxes.. cleaned another closet here in Fort Lauderdale.
Each step gets me closer to putting the house on the market and moving to the Villages and thats a good thing

[pooh]

Played golf with dear friends. Doesn't' matter how we play, just that we were together enjoying each others' company! Three gentlemen completed our two groups, we were only 5 this week and they were so much fun ...laughing with us, sharing stories, enjoying a beautiful day.

[graciegirl]

Played golf with dear friends. Doesn't' matter how we play, just that we were together enjoying each others' company! Three gentlemen completed our two groups, we were only 5 this week and they were so much fun ...laughing with us, sharing stories, enjoying a beautiful day.


Funny thing. So did I.

I am SO lucky.

[jdsl1998]

Moving to The Villages in January. Made a commitment today to refuse to worry and have faith it will all work out!

[jrandall]

I had my teeth cleaned, ate a nice cream cone, and bought a new purse! 😃

[DougB]

I woke up this morning. That's a good thing.