HI EVERYBODY!!
My goal was to get my office work caught up yesterday so I could take today off and spend with my DS. Unfortunately, even though I worked late last night and didn't get home until after bedtime, it appears I'm going to be working again late tonight



. Everybody has left the office for the evening, so I'm going to start my post and keep adding to it when I need to take a break (hopefully I won't lose everything when I go back into my work files). I can't tell you how envious I am of those of you who are stay at home moms (not sure of the correct term

). I feel that my quality time is lacking lately with my DS, and before I realize it, he'll be going off to college and I will have regretted some of my choices!! I'm really in a pissy mood, possibly because I'm still at work, and also because I am physically and emotionally exhausted today. The gym is closed tomorrow, so I am going to sleep in




and workout later in the morning!!!
My goal for this weekend is to paint my toenails (Ok, stop rolling your eyes!!!) I know that warm weather is just around the corner, so I'm just encouraging it with some nice pretty toes. We are going to my sister-in-laws for Easter dinner. My In-laws, along with a few aunts & cousins will also be there. Most of DH's family are health conscience, so there should be a variety of "good for you" foods to select from.
Crystal-I FEEL FOR YOU GIRL!!!! It sounds like you have all bases covered for this weekend. Eat healthy, continue to workout and the rest will fall into place. If you like to read, take along some books that you can immerse yourself in if the "men folk" get on your nerves. An i-pod works well to shut off their conversation if it doesn't appeal to you. ENJOY!! You may be surprised and find some good qualities with FIL and BIL after all (you never know!!!!).
Gayle-Besides the lawn mowing, it sounds like you are really enjoying your week off with the kids. I know spring has "officially" arrived when I hear the neighbors cranking up their mowers. My DH will be one of the first in our neighborhood. He loves his lawn, and has already been out polishing the mower! He won't let DS or me mow because we don't cut it his way (as long as it's short, I'm fine)!!! He has a spiffy little rider machine, and when he comes in and is exhausted from mowing, I just chuckle to myself. I think if he attempted a Cathe workout, it would put him in overload!!
Cendrine-I have had a really good week of eating thanks to you and the others posting some interesting meals. Usually by this time of the week, I am already planning my cheat meal for the weekend. My past history says that's not been good for me. My cheat sometimes extends into the entire weekend!!!! I feel real strong, so right now I'm planning on NO CHEATS FOR ME THIS WEEKEND. NO SIRRRRRREEEEEEEEDEEEEEDEEEEE




. The gals in the office went to Wendy's today and picked up Frosties for all the employees. I got a major eye roll when I turned it down. I didn't make a big deal about it, I politely said "no thanks". What don't they understand about that??? Enjoy your rest week!!! Your DD's hat sounds adorable, what a talent you are!!!!
Julie-I don't take any supplements, it's just not something I felt I personnally needed (sign me up if there's something out there that will make me look 20 years younger though

). I'm not good at taking any kind of pills, that's probably the #1 reason why I don't take any vitamins. I do take whey protein powder after lifting. Hope your day is going well!!!
Jo-This weekend I am going to make up my own playlist with the cardio coach workouts. I will take some of my favorite challenges and come up with a "kick butt" workout!! My hips have no place to go but DOWN
. I'm still loving the music in those 8 minute challenges on V8. That music gets me running faster than I've ever run before. KEEP THE STORIES COMING ON THE DOM'S - ENQUIRING MINDS NEED TO KNOW. 0ne more week before my recovery week!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Maggie-Losing weight on your rest week-WTG!!!!! I am not very patient, and having to wait for an injury to heal is excruciating. It sounds as if you are doing what needs to be done for a speedy recovery. I didn't realize I would be at the office during dinner hour, so the thought of chocolate chip cookie dough is making my mouth water




. Have Mercy on Me.....I WILL NOT STRAY, I WILL NOT STRAY.
Chrissy-THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN FITTING INTO A PAIR OF YOUR FAVORITE JEANS (OK, ALMOST NOTHING

).
. You and Gayle are going to make us 6 Monthers proud when you show up at the Road Trip looking Fantastic. Good luck with the eats for this weekend!! Easter is always a tough weekend to avoid the really fun stuff. I love bread the most, so I will bring some substitutes just in case I want to cave - GOOD LUCK!!!!
Well, it's time for me to put the finishing touches on my office work. Our office is closed for the next 3 days, and I am feeling really good about that, especially since I will have all my work finished tonight. I think my mood has improved quite a bit since I started this post. It's amazing what a little venting can do. I promise I won't be as long winded tomorrow
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Hi Kim and everybody else that posts tonight. Have a relaxing evening!!!!!
Mary