What One Good Thing Did You Do For Yourself Today?

[chelsea24]

Much like the weight loss support group, this could be sort of like a daily journal. I actually started this in Illinois and carried it over on the phone here. A couple of friends and I check in every night and say what one good thing we did for ourselves today. It keeps up our spirits and actually helps us to be mindful of the fact that we should absolutely love ourselves first, because then we are open to love others in a much more meaningful way. OK, Today I spent an entire day with two really good and true friends. I allowed myself the luxury of giving all my time for this day to them. And it was wonderful.

*** As a starting point you must believe you deserve the best, only then will you receive it. ;)

[nONIE]

hey, thats strange, I did the same thing today for myself. Coincidence,I dont think so! ;)
Also ate a half a pound of fudge....cause I love me!!! LOL

[samhass]

I had lunch and spent the afternoon playing games (couples mah jong)with good friends. Then we went as a group to dinner. All in all it was a delightful day filled with laughter and camaraderie. By the time I got home, American Idol had been TIVO'd and I could watch commercial free. I thought David Cook rocked.

[pm10]

Thanks, Chelsea, for reminding us to do something for ourselves, every day. After I read your post, I was trying to think of what I had done for ME today............. And when it took me too long to think of anything - I decided that I'm going to work on taking time for me every day! For those of us who are still working - and have grandkids close by - "something for me" often gets lost in the shuffle. I did finally think of something though. It's been so cold/icky here lately (MN) - but it was warm and sunny yesterday. I walked out onto the patio, looked up at the sun, went in and got a chair, and decided to forget about work for a while - and sat there enjoying the warm sunshine.......... It was wonderful!
And, today, I made cookies - mostly for me! (Does it count if you feel guilty when you're done???????????
Marcia

[chelsea24]

Hi Marcia, we have to put guilt aside to do something good for ourselves. Guilt is a manmade emotion anyway. Good for you! It sounds like you've done a couple of great things for yourself today. Today, I've been running around picking out new flooring, so I'm going to take a well deserved nap. I love late afternoon naps and never seem to find time anymore. Hope others are doing good things for themselves and will continue to post.
;D I put this in the Feminine Forum because I think as women are so used to being caretakers, we forget to take care of ourselves. ;)

[travelstiles]

Today I did several things for myself, therefore also for those I love. I took care of my health by going to the gym at Colony Cottage (a great facility), worked out while watching CNN, then went home and did some much dreaded but necessary paperwork. I hate paperwork!
But getting it done was good for me, and my reward was a nice afternoon nap, and having time to spend with some of my new friends from TOTV tonight at Whiskey Creek. Looking forward to that!
Thanks again, Chelsea, for starting this topic ~ let's keep it going!
:)

Be satisfied with needs instead of wants

[Just Susan]

I love this new thread. Thanks Chelsea for starting it.
Today, I left work early, something I rarely do. I called a new friend long distance and got my TV fix. Now I am energized to work on things to get this house on the market. All of this has made me feel good and of course a quick visit here is making me feel even better. ;D

[chelsea24]

Today I took a quiet moment and read one of my favorite poems of Robert Frost.

C'mon sistahs, either you're not doing anything good for yourselves or you're not posting?

I hope it's not the first. You deserve something good. What is it? ;)

[Just Susan]

I negotiated fewer hours at work for the same pay....I will be working 3 days and getting paid for 5. That feels good and just in time for summer.

[chelsea24]

Wow Susan, that's great! That's really a well deserved pat on the back. Will you be back this summer? Anyway, good for you! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

[samhass]

Chels, Just waking up every morning in TV is a great start to doing something good for one's self!!
Anything more is icing on the cake!!






Today I took a quiet moment and read one of my favorite poems of Robert Frost.

C'mon sistahs, either you're not doing anything good for yourselves or you're not posting?

I hope it's not the first. You deserve something good. What is it? ;)

[renielarson]

Susan

Think I can convince the State of Michigan to hold school only 3 days a week? I need you to fill me in on your negotiating tactics!

[samhass]

Good Luck. I served my time on the school board and I don't think it will work that way!!
I would recommend to them that they should give you a golden parachute and full retirement early so you can get back to TV. Three days a week is just to much to be working! ;)

[Just Susan]

Actually I figured it out it adds up to 18 hours...2- 3 hour days and 2- 6 hour days. I only live 12 minutes away from work so really no commute time and they give me free lunch and free parking. I done did good!! :hot: :hot: :hot:

[renielarson]

I agree Sam...want to come negotiate my early retirement for me?

[chelsea24]

I went to a wonderful luncheon today with many friends and many new friends. It was the best thing I could have done for myself today. :bigthumbsup:

[samhass]

I agree, Chels. I was good to myself all day long. I love living here.

[renielarson]

I've been doing for others the past 3 days while daughter was recuperating by watching her boys (my grandsons).

Now that they are home again, maybe tomorrow I will do something good for myself.

[Barefoot]

I attended the Crispers lunch where I said goodbye to a lot of people.

When I got home, I packed, cried, packed, and ate ice cream.

What can I say, leaving TV is the pitts. :barf:

[Just Susan]

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[Barefoot]

Thanks Susan and Frankie, I feel better now. ;D

[chelsea24]

I picked out the perfect tiles for our flooring and completely tuned out vetman's bellowing and shreaking :yikes: over the price. ;)

[beady]

I went shopping today and bought myself 3 new outfits. Sure made me feel good, but then shopping always does.

I have to agree with Sam just waking up here inTV makes me feel good every day. And now Chels has inspired us to do even more for ourselves. Thanks girlfriend. :clap2: :clap2:

[renielarson]

I took time between sewing, laundry, and schoolwork to sit in my iJoy chair and treat myself to a long, soothing massage.

[chelsea24]

Brightspot, what the heck is an iJoy chair. Sounds decadently delicious. The imagination just runs rampant! ;)

[renielarson]

Chels

Click on the url and watch the video...this chair is heaven to me....ahhhhhhhhhhh
Mr. Bright bought it for me for Christmas last year. I thank him every day.

http://www.interhealth.com/n/pages-b2c/ijoy/tertiary-iJoy100.html#

[chelsea24]

Bright! It looks wonderful and again, the imagination runs rampant! ;) I have to get one. I'll work on vetman!

[chelsea24]

Today I had lunch with 5 of the finest people on the planet! I love them all, one of them being my hubby.

:-* :-* :-* :-* :-*

[renielarson]

Chels...start asking vetman to massage your sore aching shoulders every single night...he'll run out and buy you an iJoy in no time!

What one good thing did I do for myself today?

I went to work, to my classroom, today...yes, Sunday. Organizing, grading, and filing all the paperwork from my 3 day absence in a quiet, peaceful, empty room was doing something EXTRA special for myself. Preparing for this week's lessons in leisure was also a treat. Otherwise, I'd be cramming it all in during a 45 minute planning period tomorrow and having to stay after school late.

[chelsea24]

Today I took an extra extra extra extra long hot bath in Vanilla and Brown Sugar Bath Foam. mmmmmmmmmm, wonderful. Boy, Coney, do you and I have different ideas on how to be good to ourselves! LOLOLOL :joke: Well, that's what makes the world go around!

[renielarson]

Chels :agree: :agree: :agree: :agree:

I like your idea of how to be good to ourselves!
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and then I'd have
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[ConeyIsBabe]

Chels....... I didn't say I USED all those gym machine-thingies, did I? 1rnfl

Actually, I ride the statioary bike verrrrry slowly, while I watch Judge Judy on the TV with the earpiece on, 5 minutes on the treadmill with an incline, then do one or two half-laps in the heated swimming pool and then soak in the hot-tub-spa and socialize with friends. Afterwards I stroll downtown Grants Pass (if it's not frozen) have lunch with a friend or alone, and visit all the Thrift Shops; My kind of fun ;D

[nONIE]

Oh Yes, I had a joy chair. Hubby bought it for me for christmas a few years ago, but I gave it to my daughter-in-law when she became PG with our first grandbaby. Needless to say, I have never seen it again!!!

[chelsea24]

I unpacked all by two of the remaining boxes from the BIG move, so my dear wonderful hubby would finally shut the :edit: up about them! ahhhhhhhhh I can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

[nONIE]

Congrats Chels,

Now that your boxes are almost unpacked, what horrible dasterdly deed will you be up to next??? :dontknow:

[Mintjulep]

Chels and Nonie,
Are you guys still belly dancing??? :hot:



For myself today, I've fiddled with my plants outside.
Always relaxing to me. It's quiet except for the birds.
And allows my mind to really wander.


And occasionally I do this to relieve stress:

http://www.therightfoot.net/mystuff/whatever/swf/bubblewrap.swf

[another Linda]

And I got caught up on my TOTV posts! (Well, yes, I am at work. And yes, I am supposed to be writing. Later.)

[beady]

I had a great day today.

I watered the shrubs we recently moved and turned on the dishwasher after breakfast.
Went to get the mail, checked out TOTV, ate lunch. Went to Yoga at Savahnnah returned
and......

then I sat down with the latest Dorathea Benton Frank novel........Bulls Island .........and read all afternoon.

Just a lovely day in TV.

[renielarson]

I went off my diet and loved every bite of doing it...

Had a small, one bite square of Dove chocolate...but took itty bitty bites to savor and extend the ecstasy of my weakness.

I was in heaven!

[beady]

Mint:

Just had a very annoying phone call regarding address changes.

Took your advise and went to the bubblewrap site, laughing and happy now. Thanks :) :)

[Peggy D]

Chels and Nonie,
Are you guys still belly dancing??? :hot:



For myself today, I've fiddled with my plants outside.
Always relaxing to me. It's quiet except for the birds.
And allows my mind to really wander.


And occasionally I do this to relieve stress:

http://www.therightfoot.net/mystuff/whatever/swf/bubblewrap.swf




THAT was the BEST!!!

[Rokinronda]

mmmm DOVE dark chocolate is my favorite, now I may have to run out and get a bag. Just the words "DOVE CHOCOLATE" and I go crazy...To heck with belly dancing, I am going to paradise pool tomorrow....so.....can we get together tomorrow at paradise pool for an hour or two, anyone?? I am planning ahead for some ME time!

[chelsea24]

Today I got the obigatory oil change, so vetman would quit nagging about it. But, especially for me, I had a Cookie Dough Blast from Bruster's. OMG, they're heaven!

I agree with you on anything Dove Ronda! http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/chocolate.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[chelsea24]

1rnfl Bright! Whatever floats your boat! OMG! Now I'm thinking about a Root Beer Float! :o

[nONIE]

Minty,

I do go into maniac mode when I get a sheet of bubble wrap, and yes it does relieve my stress but unfortunately it causes everyone around me stress hearing my constant POP POP POP POP!!! Another no win situation!

Ronda,

never to heck with Belly dancing, never, never , I Love it!!!

[KathieI]

bump

[Rokinronda]

Nonie, OK OK OK!! :bow: I will try anything once! When and where??? Belly jiggling it is!! :yikes: :hot: :yikes: :hot: :yikes: :hot:

[Rokinronda]

Bye all! POOL TIME! ;D

[beady]

Oh Chels,

I love root beer floats. Maybe we should get together and go on a quest for who has the best one in TV.

Then we can put the results on this thread as our good thing we did for ourselves 1rnfl 1rnfl

[nONIE]

Beady,

Dont know if this is the best one but its a quick fix for a Root beer float when your in a hurry. Wendys now has them for 1.99 and they are really good! And you dont even have to get out of your car!

[Rokinronda]

or cart! and to think that all I have here at the pool is water! Next time I'm doing a Wendys run! I prefer A&W root beer floats, what root beer does wendys use?? I should be working data input at pool, but NOOOO!! Love this place!

[nONIE]

Yep Ronda, Or Cart.. I did that the other day in my cart. How convenient can it get?

I LOVE TV!!! ::)

[chelsea24]

You're on Beady! Anytime, let me know. I bet the Root Beer Floats at Bruster's are amazing. I finally had their ice cream yesterday and it's wonderful. But I still want to try that ice cream you were telling me about at Cold Stone. The flavor was I think Vanilla Cake Batter? yummmmmmmmm I just don't know where Cold Stone, or is it Stone Cold, is? :dontknow:

[nONIE]

Coldstone is on 441 at the end of the Walmart Plaza. I guess Im a cheapskate because I got in line for icecream at Coldstone , waited in lin approx 15 minutes and when I got up to the counter I saw that one scoop was about 4.00 dollars. So I said no thankyou and left. It is very expensive icecream. Ill bet Brusters is just as good if not better without the big$$$$$$$.

[Rokinronda]

Sometimes I just keep a gallon or two of the good ice cream in the freezer for constant consumption!! A couple of 2 liter bottles of A&W, and I'm in heaven even when in the house!!

[Mintjulep]

:agree: 040 040 040 040 040 040 040 040 040

Give me anything sweet to eat and I'm a happy gal!!!

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

[beady]

A root beer float from the cart.....another little bit of heaven.
Your on Chels name a time and the quest can begin. I'll pm you so we can plan!!!!!


Rokinronda.... nothin like A&W... but I think only us New Englanders would know that!

Nonie ...I agree the price is harsh at Coldstone but some of the flavors are to die for.... we make it a special treat and Brusters is really good in the mean time.

Can you all here me slurping :beer2:

[Just Susan]

Beady, Chels & Ronda, we have A&W in Minnesota, and I remember one in San Francisco, but it was not real big out there. I want to go with you on your hunt...it gives such validity to "why we can't start dieting just yet." Kind of like hero status, you know taking one for the team and all that sort of thing.

Much as I wish to be, I can't be there, so I am requesting that you hold off on the Hot Fudge Sundae Crusade until I can join you. OMG just imagine wading through miles and miles of bubbly, thick, rich, hot fudge overflowing the glass...taking with it some of the fluffy whipped cream as it makes it's way to the pool of yummy delicious, puddling at the base of the glass. This is no time for a spoon. A more primitive form of attack is called for...oh sorry I got carried away. Anyway wait for me on this one okay?

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Nonie I have to go with you on Coldstone....too expensive...too sweet...to thick and creamy. I can just feel my arteries hardening when I have eaten that brand.

[renielarson]

Well, my first and only trip to Cold Stone was a real shocker. I didn't know they put WHOLE candy bars in the order so I ordered a double...OMG....I couldn't believe it! But...I ate the whole thing. :barf:

That was BEFORE I started to watch what I ate and lose weight.

Sorry I won't be able to join you on the ice cream hunt (whether sundaes or floats or whatever). There is a point I have to draw the line, and regrettably this is it....much to my dismay.

But I'll be waiting for your comments...and savoring every word!

[Rokinronda]

Today I did a whole day for me! I leisurely awoke to the aroma of fresh coffee that hubby made, lounged around, let dogs out and lounged some more, went to pool w intention of working a bit, ha, lounged some more, floated around, swam 2 laps, ha, did a little work, golf carted home, nice shower, lounged some more, straightened house for 10 minutes, painted my nails, lounged some more (lounged=TOTV visits) , slipped dress on, a little lipstick, and went to KB's for 4:30 to get prime table, chatted with fellow KB lovers. Ate steak and shrimp scampi......then dance, dance, dance! Even had a baklava desert from TooJays..........Now tomorrow there is no time for me, I'm way behind in my duties and we are almost out of clean clothes!! But, no complaints here.........my day was perfect! I wish all my sistahs a day just like I gave myself!!!!!!!! Life is what ya make it!!

[Rokinronda]

Today I did a whole day for me! I leisurely awoke to the aroma of fresh coffee that hubby made, lounged around, let dogs out and lounged some more, went to pool w intention of working a bit, ha, lounged some more, floated around, swam 2 laps, ha, did a little work, golf carted home, nice shower, lounged some more, straightened house for 10 minutes, painted my nails, lounged some more (lounged=TOTV visits) , slipped dress on, a little lipstick, and went to KB's for 4:30 to get prime table, chatted with fellow KB lovers. Ate steak and shrimp scampi......then dance, dance, dance! Even had a baklava desert from TooJays..........Now tomorrow there is no time for me, I'm way behind in my duties and we are almost out of clean clothes!! But, no complaints here.........my day was perfect! Sistahs, I know I overdid the "me" thing today, but it sure felt GOOD!!!! I wish all my sistahs a day just like I gave myself!!!!!!!! Life is what ya make it!!

[chelsea24]

Yummmm, you're on Susan. Beady, Ronda, hot fudge sounds too good for words! Yes, we will wait for you Susan on this one. Also, I still want to try Cold Stone, even it is expensive. Like Beady says occasionally would be fine. Ladies! Get out your spoons!

OK, today I spent some time with a wonderful friend, Ms. Nonie. And even though I wasn't feeling well, she dragged (LOL) me around, singing "She ain't heavy, she's my Sistah." Thank you for putting up with Non! You are the best! :#1:

[Mintjulep]

We have both a Cold Stone and a Brusters here.

Cold Stone is our favorite tho.
I especially LOVE the Coffee Lovers mix-ins... Yummmmm

My favorite float to make at home is
Black Walnut ice cream with a Dr. Pepper. Deelish!!! :bigthumbsup:
Been making it since I was a kid...

[beady]

I am so excited I just found A&W Root Beer at Walmart. 040 040

Now I am going to....you guessed it make a Root Beer float.

That's a good thing to do for myself. :) :)

[Mintjulep]

Beady,,,
:agree: :agree: :agree: :agree: :agree: :agree: :agree: :agree:

I think I'll join ya...

[chelsea24]

Since I was feeling better, went to play pool with my hubby vetman and beat him 4 games to 1. Now this is quite an accomplishment because I've only played 3 times! So, this is a game I think I can be good at. Afterall, my Dad's nickname was Fast Eddie, so maybe like father, like daughter! Now I'm having the pleasure of walking around the house holding the "Big L" up to my forehead. And singing "he's a looooooser, he's a looooser . . ."

Yes, life is good! http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/ipodsmiley2.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[The Gray Hog]

We were with people. Golfed with a neighborhood couple and then had an early dinner with another couple. That's another great thing about TV........good people and lots of 'em.
We're gettin' more spoiled every day in TV and isn't this weather truly grand!

[nONIE]

Beady,

I was thinkin,

If you buy diet A&W rootbeer and use sugar free or light icecream to make the float, how bad could it be??? ;D

[beady]

Oh Nonie,
I don't know if that would be a real Root Beer float. :dontknow: :dontknow:

I will give it a try(when the non-diet root beer and the real ice cream is gone :) :) but if I want to do something good for myself .......diet is good.....but ...it might not taste as good....... Oh, I just don't know.

[pm10]

OK, so now I'm on my way to the store (in the cold rain) to pick up some root beer and ice cream! :bigthumbsup:

the power of suggestion is a beautiful thing ;)

[Just Susan]

Marcia bring some by my house okay? It's not that far out of the way.

[pm10]

So what's your preference, Susan - Old Fashioned, New York, or what?? (ice cream, I mean)

[Just Susan]

Ben & Jerry's Cherry Garcia. Orgasmic!

[chelsea24]

Today I a wonderful dinner with two of vetman's and my best friends. :-* to Nonie and Bernie. We love you both.

[nONIE]

Aw Chels, Thanks! I didnt realize when I left you tonite that this was probably the last time Ill see you for a long time. I would have hugged you and vetman harder. Love you guys!!! :'(

[Shirleevee]

Had friends stay for the week, loved the company. Probably over did TV touring, eating and drinking.........so today I chilled most of the day....


Shirleevee

[Barefoot]

Got e-mails from some TOTV friends .. made me feel like I'm still part of TV. I miss you all. lovehorse

Barefoot (now forced to wear shoes in Canada)

[chelsea24]

Take them off Barefoot, right now! Grrrrrrrrr. Today, since the floor is being done, I went up to 441 by myself and drifted around from store to store and thoughly enjoyed my own company! (Left vetman at home to micro manage for floor guys) ;D

[renielarson]

I'm like Barefoot.

It cooled down today and I'm sitting here wearing flannel pj bottoms and a long sleeved t-shirt. Yet...I'm barefoot

[pm10]

I spent my day taking care of my 2 grandkids (which I do every Mon), and realized how I love every second of our days together. My Mondays with these 2 incredible little ones, are a very special thing I do for myself!! I'm a kid again - singing, dancing around, eating star shaped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, making forts with chairs and blankets.....and tonight I'll sleep like a baby!

[renielarson]

Yes, I'm going off topic...but couldn't resist responding to pm's post....so please bear with me....

I know exactly what you're talking about pm. I pull out all the stops when babysitting our 2 and 4 year old grandsons.

They get whatever they want to eat...cookies, ice cream, jello, pudding, fruit rollups, yogos, etc....I'm an easy sell....

Plus my house is a complete disaster while they are here. Yes, forts and all...plus water gun fights, nerf sword wars, bunny hops, and power ranger/spiderman/bee/bear/elephant/alligator dress up and pretend time. Aren't the little buggers a joy?

I even themed 2 bedrooms in their honor. One is a "bug" room....the other a "jungle" room.

I love every second of it and get to enjoy them again this Friday night.

[chelsea24]

Today (well tonight) I'm going dancing with vetman and some very good friends. Also, (sob) http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/sadhugsmiley.gif (http://www.millan.net) saying "Till we meet again" to two snowbirds we love, Nonie and Bernie (Engineer Guy)

Don't get me started! http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/crysmiley1.gif (http://www.millan.net)

But, (sign) soon to be frogs, if I can help it! http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/bertfrogs.gif (http://www.millan.net)

[chelsea24]

Today, I'm napping off and on the entire day. http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/bigbed.gif (http://www.millan.net) They're still working on the floor . . . .zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[mcelheny]

And occasionally I do this to relieve stress:

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That was fun!

[chelsea24]

Today I just did fun things with my hubby vetman. We were both in a silly mood. But he beat me at pool. >:(

[Barefoot]

Today I looked at pictures taken at Up the Creek the day before I left The Villages for six months. :'( Instead of wishing I were back in TV (which is impossible), I thanked the Divine Goddess for introducing some wonderful lifelong friends into my life. :beer2:

[renielarson]

Up The Creek is one of my favorite places to eat Barefoot. Have you tried the butterfish? It's sooooo good but not healthy eating at all. I cringe at the thought of the calories in that meal let alone the cholesterol.

[chelsea24]

awwwww Barefoot, I love you and miss you. You are a lifelong friend.


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[Rokinronda]

I read a lot of posts here and enjoyed every minute. :read: I also made a yummy fresh chicken salad. Then I really topped my day off, I BOUGHT DOVE DARK CHOCOLATES. ;D

[chelsea24]

oooooo Ronda! There's that "Dove" word again! Now I have to buy some. yummmmm :bigthumbsup:

[Rokinronda]

mmmmm ate half a dozen last night! I find they are the closest thing to great "sex in the city" lol

[chelsea24]

Today I started learning how to play mah-jongg with a good friend. And I'm not cooking tonight! Yeah! :bigthumbsup:

[beady]

I took my second mah jongg lesson today with a good friend and I am not cooking tonight either. That's a good thing I did for myself and a great day in TV. :) :)

[mcelheny]

Going out to dinner with Beady :)

[renielarson]

I bought Dove chocolate today to put into a candy basket to be auctioned off at our school carnival next week. I'm afraid that chocolate may never make it into the basket!

[Rokinronda]

NOT COOKING EITHER!! :hot: :clap2:

[Fallchicks2]

I agree that the Butterfish at Up the Creek is wonderful, but last night I ordered the grilled chicken alfredo. Talk about calories and cholesterol!! As usual I brought half of it home and had it for lunch today. I enjoyed every sinful mouthful!

[renielarson]

I'm going to sit back and imagine the grilled chicken alfredo. Yes, I have a vivid imagination and it tantalizes my taste buds...the rich creamy velvety sauce is smooth and seasoned to perfection. The noodles are cooked al dente allowing the sauce to coat each piece like a gentle rain slowly dripping down a window. Oh, what a taste sensation.

OK, it's about time to eat for real....a soy meatball sandwich in a diet bun and baked french fries....
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[beady]

Bright..... You are so focused and good and will be forever trim with your attitude.....but honestly, all I can say is...... YUK to soy meatballs etc.
Give me the alfredo and then I will be :cus: tomorrow.

I need an attitude adjustment.

[Just Susan]

No attitude adjustment is necessary beady.
#1 You have a great shape and are not fat at all.

#2. I love Bright dearly, but she eats the most disgusting food there is. I am so glad that is the only aspect of her that I find yucky. The rest of her is practically perfect. So if you want to imitate don't choose that one dimension of her. Starving is preferable to what she eats.

Plus Bright do you know that soybeans are responsible for the deforestation of 50% of the Amazonian Rainforest...which is sending us all into a serious environmental catastrophe?

[renielarson]

Guess I'd better stick to fungus

yum, yum

[Barefoot]

Since I am seasonal, and it is my season to be in Canada, I have to live vicariously through the Forum and Chat. :'( I feel like everyone graduated and went on to high school and I got demoted to Grade 4. I feel like I'm at a wonderful party where everyone is laughing and dancing, but I'm not allowed in .. I have to stand in the dark and look inside. :'(

Feeling sorry for myself you say? Possibly. But I know how to cure self pity .. chocolate, lots of dark chocolate.

Thanks heavens for talking cats. ;)

[Just Susan]

Barefoot think of it this way, 1/2 of your friends are in TV and 1/2 are not, but we are all at the same party no matter where we live.

[beady]

I do need an adjustment. It would be so healthy for me to lose some weight but I just can't get started.

So, I have decided to do it slowly and work into healthy eating...... To begin, I resolve to switch from milk chocolate to dark chocolate.

I think that's a good start ;)

Barefoot: Susan is correct you are still at the party. We miss you here for sure but you are with us through TOTV. That' good.:) :)

[mcelheny]

Good thing I did for myself today is I haven't read the political forum!!!

[Lil Dancer]

I splurged and bought a pint of Starbucks Java Chip ice cream, and bought some old fashioned sugar cones, and had an ice cream cone. Yum!! :) :)

[Barefoot]

Barefoot think of it this way, 1/2 of your friends are in TV and 1/2 are not, but we are all at the same party no matter where we live.

Bless your heart Susan, that makes me feel a lot better. :bow:

[chelsea24]

Today, Banana Nut Ice Cream kept calling my name and I kept answering! :o

[mcelheny]

Going to bed before midnight. :)

[samhass]

That's so funny. ;D It's also a wonderful thing to do for yourself!!!





Good thing I did for myself today is I haven't read the political forum!!!

[chelsea24]

Today, vetman and I went to Bonefish Grill and played cards with friends. Men against women. The women won!!!!!! Of course! No applause necessary! Please folks, take your seats.

[chelsea24]

Celebrated Cinco de Mayo at LSL. It was really nice and the weather was perfect. And, bought myself a gift (she said, as she munched on her Kettle Korn!)

[renielarson]

Kettle Korn, banana nut ice cream, java chip ice cream, Dove chocolate, grilled chicken alfredo

You all are making this very hard on me... crap

[Just Susan]

Think about it this way Bright..."Today the best thing I did for myself was...resist temptation. While others fall by the wayside, I, that's right, I will strut down the path of life looking HOT in my teensy weensy, eeney, weeny, yellow polka dot bikini"

:bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow:

We will all be in awe of you, oh anointed one...(that is anointed with lots of sun screen and wrinkle cream and probably clothes pins.)






....clothes pins you ask??? They are to nip/tuck the extra skin from the weight loss. At our age that can be a bit of a problem you know. ;)

[renielarson]

How I wish...

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[Just Susan]

Wow, losing weight made your legs longer! :2cool:
1rnfl 1rnfl 1rnfl

[renielarson]

It has been a beautiful day here in Michigan...sunny and warm.

I ditched teaching economics in the classroom and took the kids outside to practice writing spelling words on the sidewalk using chalk.

They thought I was being nice to them but in reality...I was thinking of myself and loved every moment of it.

What an absolutely beautiful day!

[chelsea24]

Today, after a visit to the doctors, I actually had a healthy meal! Imagine that! :o

[samhass]

Last night I had a fabulous meal. The pheasant simmered for hours in a heavy beer was divine. Red rice with the gravy, steamed broccoli, home made breads and a wonderful salad topped with blue cheese completed the meal. Dessert was a fresh fruit medley and chocolate. A couple glasses of good Cabernet and joining old friends made the evening just about perfect.

[Barefoot]

I had my yearly physical and pelvic exam (eeech) today. Glad to have it over with. Not nearly as pleasant as Sam's pheasant simmered in beer. My doctor was so busy complaining about her migraine headache while reviewing my blood tests that I have no idea how I'm doing. But at least she didn't tell me to give anything up. ;D

[mcelheny]

I had a massage. :)

[renielarson]

mcelheny

lucky you...wish it had been me

Oh...how I love a good massage.....

[samhass]

We went out with friends for Philly cheesesteaks and beer. The steaks were divine!!!

[Barefoot]

We went out with friends for Philly cheesesteaks and beer. The steaks were divine!!!

Last night I had a fabulous meal. The pheasant simmered for hours in a heavy beer was divine. Red rice with the gravy, steamed broccoli, home made breads and a wonderful salad topped with blue cheese completed the meal. Dessert was a fresh fruit medley and chocolate. A couple glasses of good Cabernet and joining old friends made the evening just about perfect.


If Sam would only share with the rest of us how she can eat all this delicious food and stay so trim ... I for one would love to know her secret!!

[samhass]

Dear Bare, I am far from trim. I just wear big clothes. No tight pants, shirts, dresses or shoes for me. I want my body unrestricted in case some wonderful dessert calls my name.
At our age you don't want to be hyper thin. You need something to plump out the wrinkles.
Furthermore, a good hot fudge sundae brings more pleasure to me than someone briefly thinking I'm hot. As long as Mr Samhass is happy with me and doesn't kick me out of bed, I am a happy woman.

[Just Susan]

You know Sam I think that is why I am finding it difficult to diet. Tom doesn't think I am fat. It is just not important to him. I guess I just have to diet for me. Good thing I did for me today. I got a killer cute haircut. Like this, but on me, and not quite as long...yet.

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I love it.

[Barefoot]

Oh wow, Susan, ask Tom to take a picture of you with your phone and post it. Please.

[chelsea24]

Doctor's orders! Today, I only ate very healthy meals and exercised! (Kind of.) :o

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[mcelheny]

Brightspot- Book yourself a massage. :) :) :)I know I will again. :)

[samhass]

Oh my, you'll be Posh Susan. I'll bet it looks fab on you.

[Rokinronda]

What an adorable haircut!! Can't wait to see it! Makes me wonder what I can do with this curly mass on my noggin!! I love straight hair, but the humidity makes the curly Q's spring right back. It seems that peeps with curly hair love straight and vice versa!! I have learned to just let it do whatever! Today, for me, I'm working on plumping out the wrinkles!

[chelsea24]

PLUMP! PLUMP! :o weeweeweeweeweeeeeeeee (hampster growl) How do you plump out wrinkle, pray tell Ronda?

[Rokinronda]

Hmmm easy, Dove, ice cream, baklava, and chicken pesto cream fettuccini for dinner........ Think I have a sweet tooth or a fattening fetish ???!!!

[renielarson]

Susan

:agree: Love that haircut dahlin'...betcha look absolutely gorgeous!

[beady]

I took myself to D'Lites for a chocolate ice cream cone. I can't believe how delish it was. Creamy, smooth and chocolatty.....mmmmmm..... and less fat and sugar.....good for you ice cream....now that is heaven :#1: :#1:
Then I came home and read all afternoon :read: :read:

[renielarson]

I gave in to my temptations today at a staff breakfast this morning. I ate:
half a donut
half a bagel with strawberry cream cheese
half a slice of cinnamon bread
2 mini mini muffins with cream cheese

YUM....I loved every bite!

[mcelheny]

I just had fresh strawberry shortcake. yum :)

[mcelheny]

I gave in to my temptations today at a staff breakfast this morning. I ate:
half a donut
half a bagel with strawberry cream cheese
half a slice of cinnamon bread
2 mini mini muffins with cream cheese

YUM....I loved every bite!

You must be a teacher? right??

[renielarson]

mcelheny

Yes...I teach 3rd grade and we teachers LOVE to eat! I don't eat in the teacher's lounge at lunch because I'd never be able to stick to my diet.

Plus, I don't want my friends teasing me (like Susan does...lol, bless her loving soul :-*) about the odd things I bring for lunch.

Hmmmm....now that I'm thinking about food....think I'll go downstairs and make my "most loved" sticky cinnamon rolls to share with the teachers tomorrow morning.

[mcelheny]

Brightspot.
I taught 3rd grade for 20 years!
Then went to Middle School for Social Studies and English.
I knew I liked you!
It is a hard job but you will miss the kids when you retire. 3rd grade is the best age!!

[chelsea24]

Today I had the entire day to myself and throughly enjoyed the company. LOLOL :joke:

[samhass]

Yesterday I entered a poker tournament. I placed. Life is good.

[chelsea24]

Good going Sam! :bigthumbsup: Today, I worked a little and played a little and tried to have a completely balanced day.

[beady]

Today I had a root beer float. Made it myself......Ummmmmm....so good.

Chelsea wasn't watching so I got away with it ::) ::)

[Barefoot]

There is more talk about food and diets here than in the weight watchers support group!
I get hungry every time I read this thread.

Today I had a showing on my house so had to have it spic and span from top to bottom.
That is NO fun, especially with three animals.

Tonight I'm rewarding myself with .. what else .. food!!

[mcelheny]

Going for a warm bath :)

[chelsea24]

sniff . . . sniff, sniff . . . do I smell a Root Beer Float? Beady!!!

[samhass]

I have my precious granddaughter for the afternoon and night. It was glorious up until her bedtime. Now she sleeps and I get to chat with friends.

[Rokinronda]

Hubby and I had lunch at Thai Ruby...mmmmmmmmm., and, of course I was ROKIN at KB's with Rocky and the Rollers! Tomorrow POOL day, and maybe a rootbeer float!

[renielarson]

I had the best night's sleep in over a week-10 hours no less. It was so nice to wake up this morning and realize I had no trouble getting to sleep (which I usually do) and didn't wake up once during the night (which I usually do more than once).

I feel like a new woman this morning! http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh96/renielarson/23_30_1041.gifhttp://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh96/renielarson/4_1_1121.gif

[Barefoot]

I had the best night's sleep in over a week-10 hours no less, and didn't wake up once during the night
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You slept for ten hours and didn't get up during the night? Haven't done that since I was 12.
Wow, I'm impressed with your bladder. ;)

[samhass]

That's amazing. I sleep about 6-7 hours a night and am up frequently. Of course I take a large glass of iced tea to the bedroom before I retire and sip it through the night.





You slept for ten hours and didn't get up during the night? Haven't done that since I was 12.
Wow, I'm impressed with your bladder. ;)

[mcelheny]

Brightspot,
Congradulations! You were tired.
Now that I am retired,I love my bed and I love to sleep but I usually take a few bathroom breaks. (but go right back to sleep!) :)

[The Gray Hog]

Went to Ollie's for the flavor of the day.

[chelsea24]

Today, I listened to my iPod for a couple of hours and rocked out. Great exercise!

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[renielarson]

I have so much end-of-the-year school work to be done. Papers to be corrected, grades to be entered on the computer, student personal records to be updated, supplies to be ordered....

But I did none of that today...

Instead, I went to a barn party and wild game bbq. I sampled venison, steel head (trout), goose, elk, pheasant, and mule deer. Next year they are adding squirrel. Not sure I'm into eating squirrel. I overheard a friend asking if they would consider adding groundhog. I DRAWTHE LINE HERE!

IMHO, the best dishes of all were my homemade, from scratch mac and cheese and a friend's taco salad.

I didn't think twice about going off my diet...there's always tomorrow...

Oops...tomorrow's Mother's Day and I'm spending it at my daughter's house with another bbq...

Oh well, there's always Monday.

[mcelheny]

Oh I am so glad I am retired! I remember all those jobs and working all weekend to get them done.
I was very poor when I was little and ate all that stuff. It takes a lot of squirrels to make a meal! Mom wasn't a very good cook and I have no desire to hunt for my food.

Happy Mother's day!
Happy Mother's Day everybody!!!

[chelsea24]

Today I cook my hubby's favorite dinner, did laundry and helped him clean out the garage. How is that a good thing for me you ask? Campaigning to get the golf cart I fell in love with! That will be very good for me. :bigthumbsup:

[mcelheny]

Coming back to Villages at the end of June!
It is cold up here in Fredonia, NY!!

[pm10]

I went to a wonderful brunch with my hubby, daughter, son-in-law, and 2 grandkids. Then tucked my 2yr old grandson into bed,for his nap - he folds his hands, puts them up to his forehead, squeezes his eyes shut, and says"nana, papa, apples". I'm lovin today!
Marcia

[Just Susan]

Today was one of those days I will always remember. We drove down to our daughter's farm, with our son, who is always too busy working, to breathe. I got to spend the day with my wonderful husband, our son, daughter and son-in-law and my/our absolutely amazing grandchildren. We had a fantastic meal, great conversation and lots of fun with together. I am so lucky to have such a beautiful family. It really touches my soul.

[mcelheny]

Susan & Tom,PM10,
Me too. Home with my wonderful husband who is still working for 1 more year. Enjoying my beautiful yard with tulips, flowering trees and little song birds. I am so blessed!

[chelsea24]

Today, I went to Ross's and bought myself a ton of run around clothes. What fun! :bigthumbsup:

[renielarson]

I stuck to my diet today!

The last 5 days have been :edit:.

First, we had a Teacher Appreciation Pizza Luncheon last Wednesday.

Then, on Friday, a dessert pot luck day at school. Friday evening, at our school carnival, I ate the most marvelous bbq (slow cooked all day right outside the school in a huge homemade bbq barrel type grill). After smelling the aroma all day long my willpower was shot!

Saturday was a barn party and wild game bbq with tons of homemade salads (very fattening and very very good) and desserts that were to die for. The wild game...well...

I don't even want to think about Mother's Day and the lip smacking bbq-ed chicken, corn on the cob, alfredo noodles, homemade rolls, artichoke dip, California rolls, and Magic Cookie Bars. Groaaaaaaaaan!

Today I started all over again...

[chelsea24]

Today, I cheated on my diet a little bit with some Kettle Corn. Was that good for me??? YES! ;D

[Barefoot]

Yesterday I went to lunch with a girlfriend I haven't seen in ages. She is having an affair (in Canada, not in TV, don't want to start any rumours!) So it was a long lunch. Broke down and had some carrot cake. Yummmmmm.

[beady]

More D'Lites.....I might be addicted. :hot: :hot: :clap2:

They are adding 12 new flavors. :2cool:

[nONIE]

Today I hugged 5 new dogs that came into the shelter. Dont know who enjoyed it more? me or them? ;D

[chelsea24]

;D :bigthumbsup: :bigthumbsup: Today we ordered the golf cart! YEAH! YEAH! YEAH! The one I fell in love with. Black and Silver. Cool! It was a very good day! :joke:

[samhass]

I washed windows today. Lots of windows. Does that count?????

[beady]

Sam.....

Only if you like washing windows :dontknow:

[samhass]

Oh yeah, Beady. It was great fun. This is a huge house with two stories of glass in the kitchen, 18 glass doors in the house...I just counted..countless windows. I did not do them all. I realize now that when we lived here full time, all we did was work keeping this place looking amazing. I'm now older and smarter. This girl wants to have more fun. It's TV or bust, shortly. We have a great live in caretaker up here. He can do it.

[beady]

That definately qualifies as a good thing.....letting someone else do the window washing.
Get yourself back to TV soon.

[samhass]

I intend to. Very shortly.

[Rokinronda]

Bring your caretaker, my windows need washing! ;)

[Barefoot]

Sam, we are all entranced by the idea of a caretaker washing our windows. Yes!! Can you send your caretaker to Ronda in TV by way of Canada? He should have a busy summer doing what we all hate to do. BTW, if you have dogs, windows stay clean approximately 2 1/2 minutes.

[samhass]

I don't have dogs. As for the caretaker, I have to do all the things myself so he can see how I like them done. Ahhhhhhhhh, I adore clean. It puts order in my little world. I'm getting it together up here. We still haven't decided whether or not to put this house back up for sale. That means repeated trips back up here. I am so tired of that trip. Next week it's TV or bust!!! (Sure hope it's not bust!!!)
Today is a day of being on a tractor and mowing, then weed wacking. Mr Sam has been obsessed with his big John Deere, the Kubota RTV , chainsaw and wood splitter. He wants to put up about 10 cords of wood while we are up here. He loves being in the woods. I intend to drag him out to play poker tonight whether he wants to or not. A girl has to have some fun. I fear all this work will make me dull. On the bright side, by the time I return to TV, I should be "strong like bull" from all the stairs and manual labor. ;)

[Barefoot]

Lucky Sam, returning soon to TV. Sam, I completely understand the "man in the woods" syndrome. Fireboy is obsessed with cutting down trees with his chain saw, hauling them to the cottage with his backhoe, and then using his wood splitter. I'm supposed to do the stacking, ha ha. I'll be in the hot tub.

This year Fireboy is building a retaining wall at the Lake. Think of all the cutting and hauling. In some ways, it is rather endearing to see the little boy come out in a man. That is why we will always spend summers at the cottage, so he can move piles of dirt around with his backhoe. Oh well, I guess there are worse hobbies.

Fireboy told me recently that he actually prefers the cottage to TV. I've arranged for him to have a frontal lobotomy next week to correct that thought.

[samhass]

Oooooooo Bare, I'm sort of turned on by the backhoe. I love toys that move earth, rock, etc.

[mcelheny]

Spent part of the day with a good friend at a teacher conference. Spent the rest of the day sitting in the grass talking to my neighbor. Beautiful day.

[renielarson]

With all the pressure put on us teachers nowadays, I don't always have the time to really listen to stories my children want to tell. The day is short, the curriculum is demanding, and small talk is sometimes pushed aside.

Well, today...I made an effort to take extra time to listen to each and every story my 9 year olds wanted to share...and I listened giving each one my utmost attention. I hugged, high fived, laughed when appropriate, sighed when necessary, and truly enjoyed my kids for who they are. Not that I don't always enjoy them...but today was special.

It was a wonderful day...not only for them...but for me, too! I hate to see them move on to 4th grade...wish I could keep each and every one of them for another year...a great bunch of kids I have this year!

[Barefoot]

Oooooooo Bare, I'm sort of turned on by the backhoe. I love toys that move earth, rock, etc.

OK Sam, great! You spend the summer at the cottage in Canada watching Fireboy operate the backhoe and I'll use your passport to head back to the bubble. ;)

[chelsea24]

Today I went over to the Golf Cart dealer to tell him how I wanted it decorated (decal-ed) and batted my eyelashes and whimpered until he promised to have it by tonight. And low and behold, whoooo hooooo, it was delivered and vetman and I went on a wonderful ride to LSL and listened to some Latin Music. And driving, on the way home, I had to stop and watch the sunset with vetman my love, and thank God for all of my blessings. ;D

[renielarson]

Oh Chels...sounds like such a romantic evening...

Isn't being a golf cart owner next to heaven? We'll have to take an evening drive together sometime.

[chelsea24]

:bigthumbsup: Bright, I love it! That would be nice.

[mcelheny]

a good thing I did was go to an exercise class :) :)

[uujudy]

Does last night count? We saw Mandy Patinkin in concert. :clap2: Oh man! What a voice! I'm in love! Don't tell Mr. Judy!
On the other hand... If I let him have Paula Deen, does that mean I can have Mandy? 1rnfl

He ended the concert with "My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die." The crowd went wild! 040 040 040 :clap2: 040 040

This one good thing will keep me going for the rest of the month! :2cool:

[beady]

Bare... maybe we could arrange for surgery for both Fireboy and Captain, they could be roomates.

I can't get captain off the computer, he definately needs an adjustment.

[nONIE]

Is there room in that bed for Engineer guy??? :dontknow:

[chelsea24]

Went to the Crisper's luncheon and met lots of new friends. Also, spent time with lots of old friends. It was a very nice day.

[Barefoot]

Well, Nonie and I missed the Crispers luncheon today. >:( But we didn't like having our pictures taken anyway, right Nonie? ???

We miss everyone and are glad you all had a wonderful time and that there were new members to welcome. Looking forward to seeing you all soon. ;)

[chelsea24]

http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/crysmiley1.gif (http://www.millan.net) Missed Barefoot and Nonie soooo much at the luncheon. Can't even tell you.

[nONIE]

Awwww Chels, Thankyou girlfriend, can ya just imagine how we felt??? :'(

[samhass]

We have been bolstering the economy here in Pa. The restaurants have particularly benefited. My waistline bears testament to the culinary delights I have indulged in since we got here. Friends and family have blessed us daily with their presence.

[Rokinronda]

Took a ride to stay at our daughters and spent incredible family time with our most precious granddaughter, amazing daughter, and fine son in law. We relaxed by the pool, ate great chinese food, watched E.T. and played BUZZ. I am truly blessed!

[Barefoot]

http://www.millan.net/minimations/smileys/crysmiley1.gif (http://www.millan.net) Missed Barefoot and Nonie soooo much at the luncheon. Can't even tell you.

Thanks Chels, that means a lot. Nonie and I are struggling to be happy and live in the Day. It is nice to see you all laughing and socializing in the sunshine. Soon we'll be back! :beer2:

In the meantime, we miss our Chels so much. lovehorse

[Barefoot]

The restaurants have particularly benefited. My waistline bears testament to the culinary delights I have indulged in since we got here.

Sam, back to TV, and back to chewing each bite 20 times! ::)

[Rokinronda]

It was a day full of inspiring awe and love! This glorious morning, I thanked God for all of the blessings bestowed upon my life, as I often do. Then suddenly in the quietness of waking, our precious childs child cock-a-doodle-dood , literally. COCK-A-DOODLE-DO we called back in unison. It was one of her first words exchanged with us when she was very small and every time we are together it's our special good-morning greeting! The laughter, kisses, and love continues for hours and hours filled with singing, dancing, drawing, reading books, and twinkling smiling eyes of adoring wonderment. The best was when she took her ET doll, hugged and kissy kissed him, and lovingly placed him in her trikes front basket, wrapped tenderly in her blanky. Then in her continious conversation with ET she said "don't worwy baby I wiwl get you home"! So for myself, today, I wrote of a cherished memory, hopefully not to ever be forgotten!! ( remember this? yeah right.... copy/save) lol

[chelsea24]

awww Ronda, that's so cute. Great memory!

Today, I zoomed all over TV with my new golf cart. Even made it to Spanish Springs. I have to practice to I can keep up with Nonie and Bare when they get back!

Also, vetman and I had breakfast, with two new lifelong friends, Ron & Pete! Love you guys!

[nONIE]

Chels, dont worry about keeping up with me, I usually get pulled over for going too slow!

now Bare may be another story.
Seems like you are really enjoying that new golf cart, I have this funny visual of you zooming all over TV, just make sure you stay away from my "dead end". LOL ::)

[renielarson]

Oh Ronda

I smiled with such love (as a mom/grandma/teacher) at your heartwarming, loving, and memorable story.

Yes, you need to copy and save this...not here on the computer but in a special journal...to be read and cherished for years to come.

Your granddaughter is blessed to have a grandma as wonderful as you.

[mcelheny]

Great weekend. Yesterday drove over 3 hours to visit my handicapped sister who lives in a group home. Making her happy-made me happy. :)
My husband is a 6th grade science teacher and we had 30 fluffy baby chicks we tended in his classroom. They are so cute. :) :)
Everyone at church hugged and greeted me. :) :)
Life is sooo good. :)

[chelsea24]

Oh Nonie! I forgot to tell you! Vetman and I almost ended up on your deadend! I said, there's no outlet. He said how do you know? I said that's NONIE'S WAY! LOLOLOL Can you believe we almost did end up there! 1rnfl

[Rokinronda]

OH NO, I'll never keep up in the golf cart convoy! Mine travels at turtle speed. A frog on a turtle, now that paints a comical picture! :redface:

[Rokinronda]

To ALL SISTAHS and BRUDDAHS!!! I am thankful for meeting every single one of you and the new family members soon joining us! I miss you all! Now going to drift off in a peaceful sleep, thanking God again for this great day and the wonderful people in my life including all of you!

[Barefoot]

Chels, it is heartwarming to think of you zooming all over TV, and I'm impressed that you made it to Spanish Springs and across the bridge so quickly. Good for you. You and I and Nonie will have a ball driving around. I think the golf cart lifestyle is the very best thing about living in TV! Knowing how directionally challenged you are, I'm wondering if Ruby is doing the navigating for you?

Now you've got your new ceramic floor and your new golf cart, what's next on the list? Vetman better hide his wallet when he sleeps at night! ;D

[nONIE]

Ronda,

you are sweet beyond words. Goodnight.

[chelsea24]

1rnfl Bare! Ruby hasn't come on board yet and I don't think she'll know the golf cart paths, which could be a real problem for me. Well the next on my list is a new computer this coming week, but vetman's wallet is safe. He keeps it under his pillow now! LOLOL

love you my friend, chels

p.s. we didn't make it OVER the bridge, we were both too scared!

[nONIE]

Chels, ya gotta go over the bridge, it is so much fun. Remember Riverview? the bobs?

Trust me, youll love it! evil6

[renielarson]

I've got a real gripe about that bridge. Why didn't they put windows along the side so we could look down as we drive over?

[Just Susan]

Whoa are you talking about the bridge over 441/27? Is that a real, drive across bridge? That would be very scary.

[nONIE]

Its for real Susan, It gets you and your golf cart from the historic side to Spanish Springs.

It really isnt half as scary as it looks, If I can do it anyone can! I just ride down with my foot on the brake!

Bright, windows would have been nice, I often wondered about that myself! :dontknow:

[Just Susan]

I am going to have to see this bridge as a golf cart passenger. You drive Nonie, I still think it sounds scary.

[renielarson]

Had a meeting with my financial advisor tonight. I CAN retire at the end of next year!

[marianne237]

The good thing I did for myself today....came home. Long drive from Indiana, and as we rounded the corner to come down our street, several neighbors were standing in the cul de sac talking (as we do often) and made us stop the car so I could get out and get hugs from everyone.

Made me feel awfully good.

[chelsea24]

Today, I took an extra amount of time to play with my cats. They bring me so much joy. How can anyone feel unhappy with a cat or dog around? It's not possible. :bigthumbsup:

[Barefoot]

Today, I took an extra amount of time to play with my cats. They bring me so much joy. :bigthumbsup:

Thanks for the reminder Chels, sometimes I take my animals for granted. So I just gave my beautiful Himalyan cat (who is 16 going on 5) a lot of attention. She comes up and hits me with her paw, so she makes her needs known. Today it is beautiful and sunny in Canada. I'll take the dogs for an extra-long walk. They never catch anything, but love to feel like warriors charging after bunnies, chipmunks and pregnant robins.

Quiet Fumar, no anti-dog comments or the girls really will mount you. As in a statue at the dog park. Oh, it's early, refer to previous buffalo post.

[nONIE]

Yes, thanks Chels, that is a great reminder. It is just too easy to ignore my "little doggies" because of TOTV. My poor Clara, stands by my chair and continually paws at my arm(It hurts too)Shes obviously telling me she wants my attention and at times I actually get annoyed. SHAME ON ME! What sort of crazy hold does this site have on me??

Today I will spend more time with the furbabies and less time on TOTV. (I think)?????

[chelsea24]

Today I made vetman go to the doctor. His breathing was really bad last night and I almost called 911. So I had to fight, bite, and major kitten growl to get him to the doctor today. We sat there most of the day because they had to squeeze us in. Vetman is NOT a happy camper right now! But, I feel better because he feels better. They put him on a nebulizer, inhaler, and antibiotics. :o I think he's mad at me ;D but HE'S NOT COUGHING OR WHEEZING NOW! I just tell him what my daughter says to me when I have to do something I don't like, "Suck it up sistah!" LOLOL

[nONIE]

Went to lunch with 2 other shelter volunteers/friends and had an indepth discussion about our resident pups and our gynacologists. Dont get the connection either but it was very enjoyable.

ToTV isnt the only time I get off topic! LOL

[another Linda]

Not today, but on Sunday went to Baltimore for my granddaughter's ballet recital. Nothing cuter than 4-5 year olds in tutus. With some effort we managed to get her very long, very thick hair corralled into a bun, and my daughter-in-law stood her ground on outlawing the lipstick, blush, and eye shadow that the director wanted them to wear. ("Last thing we need is a 5 y.o. in makeup!") The trip was worth every wretched minute of the hour and a half we spent in traffic trying to get through Scranton (construction season has started in the northeast.)

[Rokinronda]

Linda, Any pictures, dahlin'? OH NO :yikes: construction season is a bad memory :o Sitting in traffic=money down the drain Late for work=more money down the drain Spending time with your granddaughter=PRICELESS

[another Linda]

Linda, Any pictures, dahlin'? OH NO :yikes: construction season is a bad memory :o Sitting in traffic=money down the drain Late for work=more money down the drain Spending time with your granddaughter=PRICELESS


Pictures? Of course! Lots!!! I'd post but have never taken the time to work through the process on that bucket site. (and now I really must get some work done or I'll be here all night; must stop looking at TOTV; must control myself)

[chelsea24]

Snuck onto vetman's computer to say "HI GIRLFRIENDS" Won't have my new one until Sunday. Feel like I'm out of touch. :(

[Barefoot]

Chels, it is amazing that you can live in The Bubble and still feel out of touch without TOTV! It is such a wonderful way for those of us in Never Land to stay in touch. I would miss TV a hundred times more if I couldn't be sharing thoughts with all you guys. We are never really apart; we are always just a keystroke apart. Thank Goddess for TOTV!!!!!!!

[samhass]

I talked with Susan (of SusanandTom fame) today. It was wonderful to hear from her. I do hope her house sells quickly so she can be in the bubble full time. The girl is great fun!

[Just Susan]

Well, thank you very much Sam. What a nice thing to say. I hope your wish comes true, because it is my wish as well.

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi, I wanna come and join the golf cart tour. I don't want to be left behind. :( The golf cart goes 14 mph on a straight away and 24 mph going downhill.

We just had our two seater converted to a four seater. When the second set of seats are down we have a flat bed. Not to sure what we are going to put back there other than a harness for pups.

First time I have been on this tread - one of the best things I do for myself each day (when I can) is to log on to TOTV and see what every body is up to. Always puts me in a good mood.

I had my toe nails painted one shade lighter than da glo pink. It is part of my preparation for returning to TV.

See ya all

HB

[renielarson]

Doing good for others is doing good for me...

For my grandson's 4th birthday party tomorrow, I made jello shots for the adults and jello jigglers for the kids. Plus I'm making the kids' favorite homemade Velvetta mac and cheese. My hubby is contributing 6 dozen ears of corn and will be behind the grill a few hours getting them steamy hot and sweetly delicious for the 30 or more guests!

And...I can hardly wait til my grandson opens our presents and finds himself all decked out with Transformers....costume, video, and toys! He loves to dress up and pretend...a future thespian perhaps?

I feel so good and it's not tomorrow yet!

[Barefoot]

Bright .. lovely story about the birthday party you're planning. I can just tase that corn.

I bought hanging baskets and balcony baskets which instantly transformed my huge deck. Now there are flowers everywhere I look. I filled all the bird feeders and the finches are lined up. The pregnant robins are loving it. I saw my first hummingbird today so put out a feeder for him. The chipmunks line up on the deck to eat the birdseed spilled by the birds. My dogs love to chase the chippies and squirrels (I always warn them ahead of time when I'm letting out the dogs to make sure they never catch them). It is a wonderful time of year in Canada.

[nONIE]

Much as I hate to admit it Bare, it is a beautiful time of year for the North. And the sun is actually shining brightly today after 7 days of rain and clouds. I also bought flowers yesterday , what a pleasure to be able to finally enjoy "the View". ;D

Walking my shelter friends thru fields of green yesterday was such a joy. They rolled in the grass and looked so happy to be out of those concrete cells and into the soft grass.
Its just so sad to have to put them back in their cages after their walk. :(

[Hyacinth Bucket]

Hi Bare and Nonie - glad to hear you are in beautiful places with flowers, animals and sunny weather.

Just got a call from our son who is in TV I am delighted to report that pups loves riding in the golf cart and being extremely brilliant nipped the tires when they stopped to get the golf cart going again.

Had a yard sale today and at least some stuff sold.

Bright - will hubby make corn for us along with the crab cakes?

HB

[chelsea24]

;D I went to the Market of Marion and bought myself a Mahjong set! Everyone else sounds much more productive than me! :o

[pm10]

It's been just beautiful, here in MN, the past few days! But the wonderful thing I did for myself today was - I sat on the deck, with my iced tea, planning what I'm packing for our trip to TV TOMORROW!!!!
Marcia

[chelsea24]

Yeah! Marcia, come on down! :welcome:

[Just Susan]

Have wonderful time Marcia and Paul. I know you will. Safe trip and return.

[Rokinronda]

Root beer float and dancing at KB's!!!! aahhhhhhhhh Life is good!

[Rokinronda]

Only one? OK, after my TOTV fix, I read the newspapers, had lunch, swam and relaxed at the pool for hours. OK OK! Well its one sentence! May I please add to this later today?

[chelsea24]

While waiting for my computer (finally have it, yeah!) we went to The Cheesecake Factory! Yummmmmmm, best burger and to top it off, Dutch Apple, Cinnamon and Caramel Cheese Cake! Cheated on my diet BIG TIME! And it was worth every bite. ;D

[Rokinronda]

Where is the Cheesecake Factory, Orlando?? mmmmmm love the cheesecake

[chelsea24]

Yes Ronda, we had to wait for my computer. We were at the Mall at Millnia and went to The Cheescake Factory in Orlando. yummmmmmmm Every kind you can think of. 07 just told me that they sell their cheescake here in Barnes & Nobel too!
I'm going to check it out. ;D

[renielarson]

I watched what I ate today and didn't cheat! That's a good thing!

[KathieI]

I watched what I ate today and didn't cheat! That's a good thing!

Bright, I watched what I ate, too :o :o ::) :yikes:

[samhass]

I went to a wonderful party thrown by my neighbors. That"s one a night since I got back to TV!
The food has been divine.

[renielarson]

Kathie

After you watched it...did you eat it or say...nawwwww....not a good thing :dontknow: :dontknow: :dontknow:

I watch a lot of food but don't eat it all...DAMN...but I want to sooooo bad! crap

Struggling with weight is a curse... :cus:

[beady]

First I played Mah Jongg for a couple of hours.

Then I sat at the pool for 3 hours catching up with a old friend who lives in Sarasota.We met when she moved in next door to me when I was 7 and she was 4. She is here for the week-end staying with her sister, who lives in TV ,and was the one who introduced us to this woderful place. Great day. 040 040

[KathieI]

Kathie After you watched it...did you eat it or say...nawwwww....not a good thing :dontknow: :dontknow: :dontknow:

Guess!! :redface: :redface: :redface: :redface: :redface: :redface:

Tonight its baked chicken and veggies... yes, you're right, what a curse!!

[chelsea24]

Today, I worked on my new computer (actually got it to recognize my printer. No small task, it took me all day!) then napped off and on. Lovely, slow, day. Also said a prayer for our troops homing home soon.

[chelsea24]

Today, in fact just now, I took time to thank God for all the wonderful lifelong friends I've made here in just 7 months. I love you all. ;D

[nONIE]

Chels, that is beyond sweet, your the best!

Today I walked thru the woods with my two absolutely gorgeous grandbabies 4 & 5. It was sacred time with them discussing all the creepy, crawly, slimy , insects they found under rocks. YUK!

But it was worth every minute of it. I admit it is a tug of war of the heart between up North and TV. :dontknow: Im so confused at times.