Goaltenders Thread October 12th-18th

[HeidiSue]

The Goaltenders thread is a place for people who are at goal, lifetime, or getting back to goal after making goal/lifetime in the first place.

[HeidiSue]

Hello goalies! I can't believe I am the first to post this week! Looks like we are all still really busy from last week. Well, I had a great weekend and stayed OP through the wedding and football game. I will have pics from the wedding up ASAP, but I had to use a disposable camera (yeah, my camera has been shipped off for repair) so have to get them developed onto a CD first. Ended up getting a 102% on my test last week! WOO HOO! This week, I have a paper to write, so I will be busy on my days off from work. Plan to hit the gym tomorrow, Thursday, and Friday this week. Not much else new going on...just trying to fight off a bug/cold that is trying to invade my body!! Well, hope everyone is having a good day:)

[hle82]

Hey buddies.. checking in. I was super-sick last week (flu, I think) and didn't have any energy to even get out of bed, much less use the computer. Hehe, you can usually tell it's really bad when I can't muster up any energy to check my email!! Used up a whole bunch of sick days and stayed home from work too. But I'm back in the office today, and feeling lots better. Still have a little cough & am feeling semi-tired, but am overall so much better than where I was a week ago.

While I was sick last week, I barely ate. But then ate poorly over the weekend --- I went with DB to Philadelphia for a mini-weekend trip. We had planned it a few weeks ago, with a hotel booked and tickets already bought for a haunted walk. I was still sick, but was feeling okay enough to go. It was really fun but I made poor food choices as my appetite was slowly coming back. I feel like total crap today for the junkfood that was eaten.

My body also feels really flabby because I haven't been to the gym in over 2 weeks. Ugh........

So I'm back on track as of today. My goal is just to get through the next 5 days OP and with small bits of exercise everynight (my 8 min workouts or WATP) just so I can get slowly feel more in control of my food and exercise.

Last time I weighed myself was a couple days ago and it was at 121.4. Gotta work hard to get it under 120 again.

Heidi - Can't wait to see the pictures!!

[HeidiSue]

Lele: Sorry you were sick! Sounds like you have a good plan in place for the week...you can do it! Oh and I wanted to ask if you ended up finding that dress from macy's? I had to order it online, as it wasn't in stores here...but I wanted to tell you that it is adorable and fits completely true to size. I didn't dig the belt that came with it, so I just got a new one...but I LOVE it!

[hle82]

I never got a chance to browse Macy's.. but chances are it probably wouldn't be there either! I wound up just wearing something I already had to the wedding shower... which was a good decision, because everyone was totally dressed down for it. It so wouldn't have been worth the cost of a new dress!

I can't wait to see your pictures... that dress did look sooo cute!

[avocado_grrrl]

Hey Goalies!

I went MIA towards the end of last week. TOM was really kicking my butt, but I still got some workouts in.
Weekend was great - went up towards Newburgh, NY to visit N's cousins on Saturday, and then yesterday he and I just drove all around Long Island.
Going to the gym tonight after work; my mom and sister are flying in to NYC on Wednesday and staying through Sunday morning. My mom might buy a guest pass from my gym and work out with me, so that would be cool.

Not much else to report on here.

Lele - Glad you're feeling better. I hate when I'm away from the gym for a week (or more)...that first day back is usually really hard. Good for you for getting right back on track :)

Heidi - Can't wait to see the pics. WTG with the test score! :D

[misscole]

Made it through my Monday..

Kids didn't have school today, so I was at :bcb_mad2 center all day! But, on the plus side.. tomorrow should be my last day there! I should be starting my new position on Wednesday!!!! YAAAAHOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

My weekend was very uneventful The usually on Saturday, then on Sunday it was basically relax and watch football. Mainly the Steelers.... who are SO LUCKY that they didn't lose to DETROIT! That would have been.. bad.. Sorry to any Detroit fans, but, they suck? IMO, of course!

Didn't sleep well last night. Just.. wasn't tired. Add to it I was worried since Angel wouldn't come in. I was thinking she's probably hanging from a tree somewhere since her new collar doesn't stretch. She always loses them! But, she's in now and has laid claim on my fleece blanket..

Kris: Good job getting workouts in! I hear ya about TOM kicking butt.. Totally kicked mine to you know where and back! How was the gym tonight?

Heidi: COngrats on the 102%!!!! YOU ROCK! And you rock even more staying OP! So proud of ya!

[MissLissa82]

Hi goalies -
Happy Tuesday. Sorry I went MIA over the weekend, but I'm officially sick. Called in to work yesterday and slept all day. Haven't been eating much with no appetite. I am at work now, but don't think I am going to stay past lunch. My boss is on me to go home, I just wan to get caught up. We'll see. Nothing else to report. Back to work.

Heidi - Can't wait to see pics! Good job on the test!
Lele - Glad you are finally feeling better.
Nicole - Glad Angel is safe, and you have calmed down. I hate feeling stressed and worried.

[qdesq]

Hi buddies, just wanted to check in TOM is visiting, i'm busy at work , and busy at home! The weekend was not the best with being OP however I journaled every bite and I realize where I went wrong. Yesterday I made a big pot of vegetable and beef soup very low point. I was OP yesterday with food however I did not get in a workout. Today I am going to cook dinner for my mom after work so hopefully I will get in some form of exercise today. I really wanted to get in some good workouts before Saturday because I get to try on my wedding dress for the first time...:bcb_sick:, I'm a little nervous. Anyway I hope everybody has a great OP day.

Kris- :bcb_bravo on getting in your workouts.
Melissa- Hope you feel better
Lele- glad you are back and starting to feel better.
Heidi- :bcb_bravoon staying OP with such an active weekend, I wish I would have had your will power this weekend.
Nicole- I hope you have a better nights sleep tonight!

[Kait617]

Hi Guys!

This week should finally be a little more low-key. Last week was freakin' nuts at work and at home. I did really well staying OP all week but then hit a little snafu on Saturday. I drank too much (but within points) but it led to me eating too much, too. :bcb_blush This hasn't been an issue for me recently so I didn't have a good plan in place. Next time, I'll make sure to plan lots of options for post-going out.

This week should be pretty easy to get through - no big plans, the weekend is pretty low-key, and I did some cooking over the weekend to stock up for lunches this week.

Heidi - Yay, I can't wait to see pictures! And congrats on the test!

Lele - Ugh, glad to hear you are feeling a little bit better. Are there specific exercises you can do to make yourself feel more toned?

Kris - Sounds like a great weekend to me! Hope you kick some TOM butt instead.

Nicole - You must be SO excited to start at your new job tomorrow. Good luck!

Melissa - Ugh, feel better, buddy!

Danielle - Oooo, tell us about your dress!

[avocado_grrrl]

Hey everyone!

Made it to the gym last night - woohoo! Tonight I won't be going, as my mom and sister come in tomorrow afternoon and I need to clean my apartment. I have wedding crap all over...it's amazing how much accumulates - every day I get another flyer in the mail from some vendor. Annoying. But I hold on to them in case I want to book 'em. I'm just going to chuck a bunch of them tonight.

I'm off on Thursday; the three of us are going to head into Manhattan so my sister can do some shopping in the Village. She misses those shops so much...every Christmas I get her stuff from them.

Stocked up on some healthy snacks at home for when they're here. My mom's also on WW.

I might wake up early tomorrow to go to the gym. My throat is scratchy again; it's just that season where you end up feeling under the weather, you know?

Kait - I know all too well about drinking too much + bad food choices :( I'm sure your low-key week will help you get back on track.

Danny - How exciting, trying on your dress!!!

Melissa - Feel better!

Nicole - Hooray for the new position! I'm sure you'll do great tomorrow!

[misscole]

Thank the Freaking Lord!

After a day of pure HECK, I am starting my new position tomorrow!! We had 2 staff members out today, and the group I as with, OMG.. shoot me. I was either going to: (a) walk out (b) shoot myself (c) cry. It seemed the one chick was picking on me. We were ready for lunch, I asked if I could have the tray for my group (the cook told me) and she's like "it's too early, they have a few more minutes. OK, what's 5 minutes in the grand scheme of things?

But whatever.. it's done and over with.

And, I don't remember anything past 9pm last night. Was waiting for my parents to come home to tell them Angel was in. Yeah, I was out like a light! 12:30 potty time, then alarm at 5:30. Boy, did I need the sleep! Biggest Loser on tonight. Need to pack my lunch after I finish relaxing!

Picked up my meat slicer on the way home. Wanted to run in to Payless, but I figured I'd get home so e can go for a walk. Well, I show up to an empty house. Still got our walk in, but dang! I want a new purse!

Kris: Great job getting to the Gym!! Have fun with your Mom & Sis!

Kait: More excited than you'll ever know!! Here's to a low-key week! TOmorrow is Hump Day!

Danny: Ugh, TOM SUCKS! Good job getting back on track! Yes! Describe the dress!!

[MissLissa82]

Hey girls -
Happy hump day. I ended up leaving around 1 yesterday, to go home and sleep. I finally think I'm kicking this thing. I feel better, but it's gone from my head to my chest, so I am coughing like a maniac. I took Nary to the vet lastnight (annual check up) and the vet told me I sound like I need a Dr., not the cat! Anyways, tonight I am having dinner with one of my big bosses. I asked to meet with her b/c I am quickly reaching nuclear mode with this job, and my boss. She said she can tell I am frustrated and really wants to talk, so I picked Panera, where I can pick a nice low point dinner. Prob. soup and salad. Hopefully I feel less stressed after dinner.

I've been terrible about the gym, btw my work schedule and being ill, I haven't gone in 3 weeks. Tomorrow I am going to go to Pilates, and slowly get myself back into the routine of 2-3x a week.

On the house front, we have paint and trim and a kitchen! I am hoping to get some updated pics up soon. We're installing the hardwoods in the kitchen this weekend. My mom and dad bought them for us as a housewarming gift :bcb_bigsm and B's parents and BIL/SIL bought us a really really nice fridge as our gift. We just need a washer and dryer, and I think I am just going to craigslist for now for one. I don't need anything special to start.

Anyways, ugh, Dept. of Health is here for an inspection - great way to start the day. Be back later.

Hey - anyone heard from Dina lately?

[KimberlinaB]

Hey, ladies-- Trying to stay accountable during a busy, busy time at work. No time to chat, but will hopefully be back tomorrow with more time.

As for today, I am OP and WILL finish the day OP!

[misscole]

OK, so, words I haven't said in a LONG time.....




I LOVE MY JOB!

I had an amazing day! It felt great to be back at that center! They didn't know I was coming today, and kinda didn't have an idea that I was hired on as the Associate PreK teacher. That's our Office for ya!

I interacted with the kids. The new ones seem to be warming up to me. We had fun. In the afternoon when the other group came over, we read stories, had snack, did a project with the college students, and went in the play yard. I was chasing the kids around, it was so much fun! I feel it in my legs! Makes me not guilty I didn't make it to Curves! Even got my walk in when I came home.

My scale is still looking good. Little lower (by about a pound) than it was in the morning. I am tracking everything, but going to try and eat like a "normal" person this week. THAT is my goal! I CAN DO IT!

Melissa: Glad you are starting to get better! Hope things go well with your boss and the dinner! That is so cool about the house!! We are putting an addition on the back, and I love seeing new thigns everyday! It was the same when we built our house! It is amazing the thigns that can be accomplished and how everything comes together.

Kimber: Hey! Hope you're not too swamped! You can finish the day OP!!!

[Kait617]

Cheers ladies! Just checking in after a successful night out at happy hour with friends. I had beer within point and waited to eat dinner til I got home (where I had some very flavorful delicious soup I made over the weekend: Thai Coconut Curry (http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/001525.html) .)

Nicole - Oh, I am so glad you had a good day! I know you can make it through this week - maybe posting in the accountability thread will help?

Kris - How's the fam?

Kimberly - Hi! Thanks for checking in :bcb_bigsm Good luck staying OP throughout your stress.

Melissa - I can't wait to see pics of the house! Did you day get better after the health inspector?

[qdesq]

Its been a busy week plus I'm trying to deal with TOM but I wanted to check in and say HI!

[HeidiSue]

Hello ladies...sorry I went MIA, but I am SICK...sounds like a lot of us are right now. I have been soooooo tired, have had the worst head cold/headache , achy muscles, sore throat, and congestion...miserable. Started Monday and only got worse. I am currently at home, trying to write a paper that is due Monday...BOOO!! I have been able to stay OP through illness, but did indulge for something cold (throat) last night and had to use WAPs. However, this is a low key weekend, so I'll be fine. I am just going to be writing this paper, trying to get to the gym for what I can handle, and resting! Oh and I got my pics developed on a CD from the wedding...for those who didn't read before, my digital camera broke and had to be sent off for repair, so I had to use an old school disposable camera. BIG mistake...I really wish I would have tried to borrow someone's...half of the pics did not even turn out right and the ones that did are not flattering...can't believe we ever took pictures without being able to review it!! How did we deal? Well, as promised, I will post two pics...but the outfit pic doesnt do justice...I was standing kind of outkwardly, Steve was sitting down when taking the pic (so the angle is from below), the pic is all grainy, and I'm a lil tipsy, so not the best pic to say the least. Well that's about all for now...must go back to writing the paper...


Melissa: Hope you feel better too lady!

Kris: Yes, I know all about being under the weather!! I hope you are feeling better and have enjoyed your time with your mom and sis!!

Nicole: I am so glad you like your new job!!

Kait: Congrats on your successful night out!!

Kimberly and Danny: Hello!:wave:

[HeidiSue]

http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t343/msuhidsue/10-15-2009-14-1.jpg It looks like my dress is way shorter than it was because a) Steve was sitting on the bottom stair taking this, so he is looking up to me and b) I needed to pull it down...

http://i514.photobucket.com/albums/t343/msuhidsue/10-15-2009-01-1.jpg Cheap flash made us look like ghosts!! You see why I can't wait to get my camera back?!?! All of the photos we took from this night turned out this way:(

[MissLissa82]

Hey girls...
Nothing to report. Went to Pilates class for the first time in awhile lastnight. Took a friend who had never done Pilates before and she was hysterical. She's hooked though - wants to try spinning with me too now. Haha I'm a little sore today, but nothing bad.

The scale was kind today - I w/i at 138, so tomorrow morning I will go to my official w/i (didn't get a chance last weekend).

Work at the full time from 8-5 today, then the restaurant from 5-12 tonight. Long day, but I hope the money is worth it.

I am better from the health inspector too...we had a resident complain about fruit flies (upstate NY is having a major problem this year with them), so we had their apt. sprayed last week. We asked them to give 5 days for the chemicals to work (per the exterminator), and she was calling RIGHT after they left. She called the town, the health dept, the news. OVER FRUIT FLIES. We had the apartment re-sprayed today, and the exterminator said that he saw 2 flies, 2! I am SO over this woman.

Anyways - back to work. Have a great weekend everyone!