Hi trippers.
I have been having a terrible time with my eating. I'm not sure what's going on, but I can't control what goes in my mouth. *sigh* I can't even blame it on TOM. I'm going through menopause and have no idea when TOM is anymore!!! I guess I'll blame it on menopause. I'm certainly feeling yesterday's workout. Today has to be a rest day for me. I have too much going on after work to squeeze a workout in.
Kathy, great news on all your blood work. I cringe to think what my cholesterol is. I used to get free screeenings when I'd give blood, but they haven't offered one in years. Funny that I work in a lab and have no idea anymore what my cholesterol is.
Phyllis, so how much vacation time do you have? I've worked in the same place for 26 years, but maxed out at 20 days of vacation after 15 years. I'd rather have more vacation time than a raise!
ShellyC, sounds like you have some great roomies. I'll be rooming with my DH, but he's been told not to expect to see much of me. He has plans to sight see in Philly and loaf in the hotel.
Josie, congratulations on the award. My DH and I love history, although I have a hard time remembering most of what I learn. So, are your tatoos historical? Like, do you have one of, say, Washington crossing the Delaware? Or maybe one of the beheading of Ann Bolyn? Or maybe the magna carta?
Swifty, I imagine having you whole family on the same road can be a good thing and a bad thing?
Beth, thanks for the comment regarding my grandson. I really should update his pictures. One of these days when my DD can sit down and help her computerally challenged mom. I've never been to Myrtly Beach, but, like I said, any beach any where, will make me happy.
Wow, Lorrie, your DH worked with Nelson Mandela? That is so cool. I'm afraid I've never done anything as far reaching and important as that. Teaching Bible school every summer is about as self sacrificing as I get.
Gin, I love corgies. A friend of mine babysat one once. What a cute dog!
Tess, well, I guess 3 weeks was all you needed! My DH says he knew right away he was going to marry me.
Melissa, gotta love a cat. We have 2.
Michelle, I don't even wanna talk about the weather.
Colleen, good job with the yoga class. And good luck with the flying. I don't mind the flying, I just hate all the hassle before you even get on the airplane. I used to think getting there was half the fun, but anymore, travel days are just one big headache.
Cheryl, we lost our old man kitty last year. He was 18 years old. I just finished repainting and recarpeting my DS's room, where Elmo used to spend most of his time. It was kind of sad to find tufts of his fur under the bed.
Kim, enjoy your long weekend.
Brooke, that's cool about being in an fitness infomercial.
Blurb - My 23 year old son has Prader Willi Syndrome. Some of you are familiar with this, but it is news to others and I never miss a chance to educate people about PW. It is a genetic birth defect (but usually not inheritable) that causes disfunction of the hypothalmus. This results in an uncontrollable appetite and a slow metabolism, leading to obesity. The urge to eat is overwhelming and we had to lock all of our food up. This included locks on the frig and freezer, the cupboard doors and the door to the basement. The syndrome causes other problems like retardation and behavioral problems. You can check out
www.pwasusa.org for more information. We had to fight with our county mental retardation agency for four years to get them to recognize DS as retarded and enable him to qualify for funds that allow him to live in a residence specific for his syndrome. Since he moved into the residence 8 months ago, he has lost 60 pounds (he still has 40 to go to reach his goal), has a girlfriend, and has a job. He finally has a life. For about 3 months after he moved, we had a life too,until Greyor was born, but that is a whole other blurb.
Whew, I've written a book. Sorry. Have a great day all.
Keep up the good work!
