The Buddie System, Wed, November 4th

[sfslave0814]

OK buddies, where is everyone? Still sleeping??? Wakie upie!!!

[sfslave0814]

Well, I guess everyone is sickly today. That sucks and I hope you all feel better. Katy and Karen, get better!!!

Cressa, yes, it really does feel good to eat healthy again. I was in the same boat as you are-I feel like my health is slowly coming back, but some days I just can't cook or care. So, I was eating whatever was around, and going out a lot, etc. My stomach told me big time this week and I've had issues with acid reflux again, etc. So, for the past few days, I've watched and eaten healthy again, and OMG, I feel so much better. Duh??? I know this, and we all know this, but we keep doing this over and over again. Iwas shopping at Sams last week and they were sampling chicken sausages-they were SOOOO good. 120 cal for each, 5 gm fat, and I think 2 fiber. I bought some and hope dh likes them. Another girl and I were standing there, and she was also reading the back and saying, that this was wonderful and would be well worth the points. Her kids liked them too. Anyway, my point is that we are all our own worse enemies.

OK, work to do. This place can be so dang irritating, and I've just vented my spleen to a fellow co-worker. She also had to vent, so it made us both feel better I think. See you all later!

[mseeebee]

I did not sleep at all last night, just sat up. Don't know what is wrong. Not stressed, not worried, loving my life. I see my doctor next month, and he is going to have to give me lunesta for every day, or do something! I have a few left, but want to be sparing with them til I see him.

Had my turkey thawed out, so that is in the oven. And that will be all I do today. Get that cooked and deboned and most of it in the freezer. soon as that is done, back to bed for me. Gerry had an apt today, so he has left already.

Nancy, know what you mean about the healthy eating. Why do we do that to ourselves - the mystery of the decade!

Karen, hope your new meds work quick.

Katy, You still reading, or just laying around moaning - as I would be doing?

Cressa, any sign of the phone yet?

Tanya, where you at this morning? You are usually an early bird to check in.

Lisa, long day at work again?

Rhonda, where you at this morning? Did you even check in yesterday, don't think so - not acceptable for you. Miss you when you don't.

Think I will go get my breakfast and see if that will help me focus a bit.

[Tanya324]

here i am ester!

morning nancy. glad you got to vent. i usually call my coworker on the phone and i give her a warning - i need to vent - definitely makes me feel better when i can tell someone! how are the cats this morning? does hubby know theres two yet?

ester - i hope you can get some rest!!

my PC show last night was fun. good group, it was so hot in her studio though. its in an old factory building and the heat is controlled for the whole floor and someone cranked the thermostat! had to be about 90 in there! i wasnt cold last night. made mexican chocolate cake. i had the smallest sliver i could shave off of there. i did eat some of her red peppers - they were so tasty! I gotta get me some. i could def munch on those for a snack!
tonight is band concert. theyre saying snow showers. im hoping nothing too bad. concert starts at 7, usually only an hour and thats with 15 min intermission i really gotta find a way to upload a music file so you can all hear us!
gotta get to work. i have to cover a meeting at 11 today for coworker because she has jury duty double bummer cuz i was gonna try to cut out early and hit the noon WW meeting today. might have to go tomorrow. wont be able to go tonight cuz of concert. ack. tues/wed are the only later meetings. ill have to look at the schedule again and figure something out.

[chaffin88]

Howdy Everybuddie!

I am alive but really really busy. New jobs suck the life out of you!.

Esther, I am so glad tracy is gone on the Biggest Loser. Her mouth has taken a back seat to Liz the last few weeks. I think they were trying to make a new villian because Tracy days were numbered. I like Shay's attitude. LIz didn't beg to stay. I hope Shay and Daniel end up losing big numbers again next week. I think Alan is the one to beat.

Nancy, I agree eating better=feeling better. I bought some squash soup at Sam's club and tonight that is our dinner. I will make you a sandwich too. SImple and easy.

Katy, I hope you are feeling better this morning.

Karen, Rhonda, Tanya, Cressa, and all of our missing buddies... I hope you have a wonderful day!

We are 1/2 way through the work week. No gym meet this weekend so I am painting my kitchen in time for the holidays.

Lisa

[k8edid2000]

Esther, I would moan if my throat weren't nearly swollen shut. Swallowing is an adventure in extreme pain....SC is bringing me a Frosty from Wendy's that will be lunch (and probably dinner). Fever is a little better today, but my eyes feel all burning and itchy, so reading is a slow go...My ears are plugged, so I have the TV cranked up (to the level SC usually has it and I complain about). I cannot sit on couch any longer, so have moved to the extra bedroom, with the adjustable beds (and massagers) for a change of scenery/position. Ibuprofen, vicodin, and naproxsyn sodium being rotated around the clock...trying for a little relief from fever and aches. Salt water gargles are sooooooo much fun.

Sorry I am a whiney buddy today.....I'll do better tomorrow.

[sfslave0814]

Gee Katy, you just keep on complaining. Being sick is not a good way to pass the time.

Esther, not sleeping stinks. When I don't sleep, the entire day is not usually a good one. Last night, I was snoozing, and got woken up by a barking dog....not mine, but someone else's dog was barking like crazy at 2 am. I was just waiting for my Mack to start barking, but much to my amazement he didn't. The other dog quit after about 15 minutes. I feel like there's something out there in the woods causing problems, and frankly, it makes me a bit nervous. Could be a bear, or just a pesky raccoon-BUT those raccoons are rabid.

Tanya, no he doesn't realize yet that there are 2 of them. He'll know by tonight. Honestly, it isn't a big deal, but I've made it a big one because I didn't properly inform him right off the bat. Why? I have no idea. If one or both cats don't work out, and I can't get Mack to adjust, then they can go back to the pound. They are in the garage, and I didn't even go in there today yet-I'm at work today, and will do some more acclimating this afternoon with Mack and both cats. I have a feeling that we'll rarely see the female, but the male will be around for pets and attention.

Lisa, thank you for making me a sandwich!! (read your post-it said you'd make me a sandwich ) Anyway, being so busy like that can be fun for a little while, but it gets old pretty fast. Take care of yourself! How's the diabetes coming along these days?

Ok, back to work!

[Tanya324]

i think you guys breathed on me. starting to feel sick. runny nose and my throat is starting to swell up. i really dont need or want this! ugh! need to go find some cold meds to take at lunch.
my demo is done but ive managed to totally freeze up my computer so im rebooting that now. stupid technology. and in the one hour i was doing that we got 20 more emails in our online box! AAAHHHHHHHHH. cannot get ahead.

[harliee57]

Katy, so sorry you feel yucky... if my head would just quit hurting I would be okay. Hope you get some rest today ..enjoy your Frosty! That sounds yummy.

Morning Nancy! Having fun at work today? It's loads of fun here....Three Mondays in a row! ick. We have some major issues going on here and driving me just crazy.

Esther, meds are not kicking in... I can't take any more for head today or I will be high. lol! Why can't you sleep? I read the other night where a warm long bath before bed really helps. Maybe give it a try. I have and it does help...now it could be the milk and Kaluha...haha

Tanya, you are not allowed to get sick! Get on your vitamins or something!

Rhonda where are you?

Lisa, I'm so glad you are still alive...haha ... How's Ms. M? Hope your job settles down for you soon! We miss you.

[Tanya324]

karen i hope the headache goes away soon. that stinks that they didnt do much for you! thats great that you had dinner waiting though!

i need to go take some vitamins. gonna heat up some soup. computer seems to be running ok now. what a nightmare. we are swamped and down 1 person today so that doesnt help me catch up!

[harliee57]

Tanya, I'm so craving chocolate... is that Mexican chocolate cake WW friendly?? hha... glad your PC party went good!

[harliee57]

Tanya, thanks ... surely it will soon. I did go work out last night and it actually felt better for awhile. I didn't know if it would get worse or better. I think all those endorphins turned loose must have helped...haha. I also signed up for 20 more sessions of training and a boxing class on Mondays..wooohoooo!! Very excited about that.

[Tanya324]

you go girl!! thats great karen.

mexican choc cake not so friendly. although you could bump it down and use LF sour cream (yes sour cream in the cake) but the choc chips will still add up. can use RF coolwhip. i can send it if you want . its super easy. made it in our fluted stone but you could prob do it in the oven in a regular pan?

[sfslave0814]

Karen, kaluha and milk are not good for sinus problems.....just makes more mucous my dear. However, nice hot chili would clear your sinuses, as would soup or spicey foods. Steam is good too. Cold or hot steam. Hot tea, clear fluids-no milk products at all. Hot as you can stand compresses on your face helps me too. When you're sick, who cares about work and the problems that are at work? Blow them off-blame it on the drugs. As for the boxing classes.....I just don't know if that's a good idea. Poor R. You are going to be one buff woman-a woman to be reckoned with-mentally AND physically, lol!!

Tanya, I wish I could say that you could wish sickness away, but it just ain't so. However, rest and good sense goes a long way too,

[strawberryjayne]

Here I am everyone! Sorry, doing a fly-by and did a quick scan but will have to come back and do personals later.

Miss Esther; I did come back yesterday! Please, no flogging, lol

[Tanya324]

nancy i wish it was that easy to just wish this away. i think itll be an early night after i get home from my concert. just not feeling good!

[chaffin88]

Nancy, I must of been thinking about making Miss M's lunch. I hate making her lunch. WHY can't she eat hot lunch like she did the first 3 years of school? URGGG..it started last year because if you are cold lunch and your bff is cold lunch you can sit together but if one is hot and one cold you can't. This year don't matter but she has decided hot lunch is gross except chili days. URGGGGG

Snowed in last week.... this week 70. WOW, it is too strange.

I really haven't explained my new work situation.

I still have my job at the radio station. (I do at home in my jammies!)
I have a part time job with a financial planner/insurance agent.
I have a part time job with a child therapists.
I have a full time job running Miss M around but have hubby's help!

katy, I hope you feel better. Isn't it almost time for you to return to work? I think it is in a couple of weeks because it is around Miss M's bday.

Karen, Miss M is now playing basketball. Like we didn't have enough to do. Her first game is tomorrow. She is excited. I guess she does ok. She was all in a quandry as her best friend stinks at basketball. LOL She says she really needs to help her. Her bff is not athletic. It is ok..they still can be friends. I did buy them matching shorts so they look good at the game. LOL who cares if they win. Whiskey and diet coke will cure that sinsus thing or make you not care.

Esther, did you get a bunch of storms late last week, early this week?

Ok..I have to get back to work. The problem with part time jobs you don't have enough time to mess around at work during the day.

Lisa

[Tanya324]

wow lisa you are definitely one busy person!!

well im getting ready to sign off. i think we're gonna run to wendy's for supper. prob just a baked potato maybe chicken nuggets. really not feeling well at all. figured out why i went from hot to cold here at my desk. stove ran out of pellets! DUH! so i just loaded that back up and im warming up again. i need to go find black/white for the concert and head out shortly. also have to go meet michaels mother because he left his flipping sneakers in her car and has none here! ACK!

[Big2Little4Me]

home and so tired. erg but I had some great news at my wi I lost 2.6 pounds this week.