Suziecat

Good Morning. So glad to hear the good news about out Texas Gals. Hope the news remains good. Waiting to see what Tracy finds when she gets home. It has finally stopped raining. We've gotten around 6 inches in the last 3 days. You should see the mushrooms in our front yard. It's gonna take a few days for the yard to dry up enough so we can cut it and this is also our week to cut the grass at the Church. Yesterday I spent almost all day sewing. I'm just about finished with my Aunt's Christmas present. I have a few more projects to go and I'm done than. I also decided to make a breakfast casserole and it is now in the oven cooking. House smells wonderful. Here it is. Cook up 2lbs of suasage and drain well. Take flour tortillas and fill each one with a spoonfull of suasage. Sprinkle with cheese and roll up not to too tight. Place in a casserole dish. Scramble 8 eggs with milk and pour over tortillas. Sprinkle a little more cheese and cover with foil. Leave in refridgerator over night. Next morning heat oven to 350 and than bake for 45 mins, approx. Remove foil. Sprinkle with a little more cheese and bake for another 5 mins. Pretty good stuff, You'll like it. Tracy, Sorry I missed the meeting. I'm gonna work on getting my shift changed so I don't have to work those Saturdays. I am looking forward to seeing you and Robby and Jane next weekend. Everyone have a great day. Hugs to all.

Terry, So good to hear from you. Hopeing that you stay safe till Ike is gone. I'm keeping all of you in my prayers. Pam, That is awful. Your poor friends. Rain, Rain, Rain and Rain somemore. We aren't getting pelted like Texas but it has rained for 2 straight days now and it's still supposed to rain all day today and into tomorrow. It's so humid and sticky. I'm up early because I have to work this morning. I don't have to go in till 8am so that's good. No 6am like rest of the week. Big Texas hug to all my Girls down south. Hang tough.

Rain, rain, rain and more rain. But I'm not going to complain. I'm going to put all my energy into praying that my "T" Vi's are safe. I'm so scared for all of you and hope you all stay safe. We got the garage done and I vaccummed out my car. Went to my staff meeting and than the grocery store. Just laying around catching up on some show I hav recorded. 9 more days till the meet-up with Jane and Tracy.

Good Morning. It's overcast and threatening to rain. They are calling for it for the next five days or so. Kat, that was the saddest story till I got to the end. What a lovely story and I wish them all the luck in the world. I will keep them in my prayers. TracyinKS, that just cracked me up. I didn't think people washed their kids mouths out with soap any more. I remember when my Mom couldn't find the liquid dish soap, she would take a bar of soap and scrape it across out teeth. OMG. Trying to get out from between your teeth was awful. Thanks for bringing back the memories. LOL. Hubby and I are going to work in the garage today. We need to make a spot for the pool equipment. It's the stuff we can't store outside for the winter. It's days like today that make things hard for me. I don't have enough stuff to keep me busy around the house here to keep me away from the kitchen. When I'm at work there is no food. So Thursdays are a struggle for me. I just need to keep an eye on myself and when I feel pulled to the refridgerator I need to turn around and go find some sewing or something to do. Keeping my Texas Gal's in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all.

Just got home from our shift at the hospital. We had so much fun tonight. Not overly busy and everyone was relaxed and in good moods. Lots of luaghs tonight. Tomorrow is my day off but I have a staff meeting right in the middle of the day. Oh well, at least I get paid for it. About my new pic. We are doing this thing at work were we take peoples pictures and than we put them on a card and they fill out something interesting about themselves. We than hang the cards up on the wall for everyone to read. Some of them are pretty interesting and I am finding out things I did not know about some of the girls. Well one of them said that if they were getting their picture taken that I should have mine taken also. So I gave her the camera and that picture is what you see. She did a pretty good job, the only thing is there some glare on my glasses. Otherwise I like the pic. Doing pretty good on my eating. Seems like this fill I got Monday is really working right now. I'm able to eat but I have noticed that it doesn't hardly take much to get me full. My problem is with the drinking right now. I'm just not getting in what I should. TracyK, We have room here for all of you. Kat, you ae wearing my out. Laura, maybe you could put together a tea party for the get-together. 10 days till I get to see Jane and Tracy. Have a good one.

I've never seen "The Notebook". I've had people tell me about it. Baby Boom, American President and Dave are all ones I love to watch over and over.

Hey Terry, Sending you lots of hugs. Hang in there.

Jane, that is too funny. That happens to Hubby all the time. I rub it into him. Home from work and fixed hubby's dinner. I ate about 5 crackers and a few bites of his dinner. Going to bed here pretty soon, I have to get up early tomorrow. Long day ahead of me. Have a great evening.

"Do Not seek the treasure" That is from one of my all time favorite movies. Oh, Brother. Where art thou. Love, Love, Love, that movie. George Clooney was a hoot.

Kat, so glad to hear that things sound like that they will turn out good. I have had my share of bank problems. It's maddening. Having to close all those accounts and than reopen new ones, it's a mess and can drive you nuts. Good Luck to Manda.

Ok, here goes. I'm new at this blog thing but am willing to give it a try. My story is no different than anyone elses. I am Fat, Obese, Overweight, Huge, Out of control............. How did I get this way? I have Hand to Mouth disease. I'm the one that made myself this way. I'm the one that has control over my hands and my mouth. I'm the one not telling myself that I shouldn't be doing what I'm doing. So what is my excuse? I don't have anything in my past that I can say was a factor. I was not abused. I was not overlooked. I had great loving parents. 2 sisters and a brother. They were not overweight. I was the one. I have been heavy all my life. I just don't recollect anything in my past that triggered the out of control eating. I do remember times in my past where the food was for front in what I was doing. That I was more concerned about where the food was coming from and how much was ther going to be. Was anyone taking more than me and was there going to be enough left. At a sleep over i had one time I was so worried about the bowls of candy that were back at the house that I could not enjoy the scavenger hunt that we were on. I just had to get back tot hehouse to make sure no one had gotten into it. There were times that I would drive out of my way to go thru drive-thrus to get food. I would eat it on the way home and than when I got home I would still fix another meal. It just seemed like I needed to make sure that I always had food in my stomach. I went so long like that that when I joined a weight loss group and started a diet I was shocked when I felt my stomach growl. I hadn't felt that in about 10 years. What a wierd feeling. So one day I was watching tv and a commercial came on for Lap-Band. It looked so interesting. I got on line and started reading as much information as I could get. I signed up for a seminar and went with a friend. I was sold on this. I had to go to another seminar and my husband said he wanted to go. He was so amazed at the procedure and was determined that I was going to get it. I had a long wait to get it. I had to go thru all the Insurance hoops. Luckly I had a Doctor that was on my side and we were able to shorten that time. I only had to wait 4 months. On October 19th, 2006 I was wheeled into the operating room. My life had been forever changed. But even with all of that. I still have my disease. I still think that I need to have my food and make sure I eat as much as I can. I push the limit on my band. I seem to think that even though I don't feel like it that I have to ahve at least one more bite. That it's ok to snack all day long. Hand to Mouth disease. I have tried so many things. I have taken up sewing and that helps. I even went and got a part time job so that I'm not staring at the refridgerator all day. I have tried writing down everything that I eat, yeah, that last for 2 days. Some day I will figure this all out. But in the mean time my fight goes on. I will continue to do the exercising. I will continue to loose weight. I will keep pushing myself to loose that weight. I have come so far and I know I still have a long road ahead of me but I will make it. Things have kind of slowed down right now. I'll get my act together. I'm determined.

Ok, here goes. I'm new at this blog thing but am willing to give it a try. My story is no different than anyone elses. I am Fat, Obese, Overweight, Huge, Out of control............. How did I get this way? I have Hand to Mouth disease. I'm the one that made myself this way. I'm the one that has control over my hands and my mouth. I'm the one not telling myself that I shouldn't be doing what I'm doing. So what is my excuse? I don't have anything in my past that I can say was a factor. I was not abused. I was not overlooked. I had great loving parents. 2 sisters and a brother. They were not overweight. I was the one. I have been heavy all my life. I just don't recollect anything in my past that triggered the out of control eating. I do remember times in my past where the food was for front in what I was doing. That I was more concerned about where the food was coming from and how much was ther going to be. Was anyone taking more than me and was there going to be enough left. At a sleep over i had one time I was so worried about the bowls of candy that were back at the house that I could not enjoy the scavenger hunt that we were on. I just had to get back tot hehouse to make sure no one had gotten into it. There were times that I would drive out of my way to go thru drive-thrus to get food. I would eat it on the way home and than when I got home I would still fix another meal. It just seemed like I needed to make sure that I always had food in my stomach. I went so long like that that when I joined a weight loss group and started a diet I was shocked when I felt my stomach growl. I hadn't felt that in about 10 years. What a wierd feeling. So one day I was watching tv and a commercial came on for Lap-Band. It looked so interesting. I got on line and started reading as much information as I could get. I signed up for a seminar and went with a friend. I was sold on this. I had to go to another seminar and my husband said he wanted to go. He was so amazed at the procedure and was determined that I was going to get it. I had a long wait to get it. I had to go thru all the Insurance hoops. Luckly I had a Doctor that was on my side and we were able to shorten that time. I only had to wait 4 months. On October 19th, 2006 I was wheeled into the operating room. My life had been forever changed. But even with all of that. I still have my disease. I still think that I need to have my food and make sure I eat as much as I can. I push the limit on my band. I seem to think that even though I don't feel like it that I have to ahve at least one more bite. That it's ok to snack all day long. Hand to Mouth disease. I have tried so many things. I have taken up sewing and that helps. I even went and got a part time job so that I'm not staring at the refridgerator all day. I have tried writing down everything that I eat, yeah, that last for 2 days. Some day I will figure this all out. But in the mean time my fight goes on. I will continue to do the exercising. I will continue to loose weight. I will keep pushing myself to loose that weight. I have come so far and I know I still have a long road ahead of me but I will make it. Things have kind of slowed down right now. I'll get my act together. I'm determined.

Steel Magnolias. That one gets my vote.

The following movies have shown up on a number of best chick-flick lists. Which is your favorite? The English Patient Steel Magnolias Beaches The Way We Were Bridges of Madison County

Judy hasn't checked in since yesterday morning. Is she busy with Ethan???????

Good Morning Girls, Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr it's very cold here this morning. Not much going on today. I have a meeting this morning and than I have to work later today. Other than that just some housework. Everyone have a great day and don't forget it's, CTCD.

Kat, A job?? I know I only have this little part time job and that seems to keep me happy, but I miss my old wages. I make in 3 weeks what I used to in one week. But I would have to work full time and I'm not sure that is something I want to do. But good luck in yo decision. If it's something you want, go for it. Haydee, welcome back. We missed you alot. I'm gonna call it quits early tonight. I've been up since 4:30am. So I'm gonna get dinner ready here and let the hubby clean up afterwards. He's got it easy, I'll use paperplates. Everyone have a great evening.

Ok, just read my e-mail and guess what????? Janie, Suzie and Tracy are getting together. :thumbup: :cry_smile: :blushing: :biggrin: :cursing: :scared2:

Just got home from Doctor's visit. Well, alls' I can say is that I lost. It wasn't much but I did loose. Thanks to Jenn this last week and me trying to keep up with her. After I left the office we were driving home and I took a drink of water. Hiccuped for 30 minutes, guess I must be full. Rain has stopped for now. Very cold though. Only 64 and dreary. Laura, "I will NOT smoke, I will NOT smoke, I will NOT smoke..............." Try repeating that over and over. Your baby is worth it.

Janie, Suzie and Tracy all getting together??????? Tell me when and where.

Rain, Rain and more rain. I'm sure glad we need it. :thumbup: Up early to go to work. Than I have a Doctor's appointment today , sure hope I get a fill.I need one real bad. Denise, The boys are beautiful. Dimitri looks like he has put on some weight. Before you know it both boys will be about the same. You are going to have a ball during the holidays. Kat, I need to come and go riding with you. I haven't been for almost 30 years. My best friend in school had 7 horses and we would go riding every weekend. You made me miss it. Everyone have a great Monday.

Picnic went great today. I had a hambuger patty, 2 slices of watermelon and a spoonful of apple salad. Was so proud of myself till I got home. 2 bowls of chili. I ran into a lady at the picnic that lives the next block over and down alittle and she says "I see you walking all the time". So I told her I was going at 6pm tonight and asked if she wanted to go. We had a great time. Usually I don't like to have a walking partner. But this was nice. Kat, how do you find time to do all you do???? Laura, love the kitties. Want mine???? Pam, got your e-mail and that is fine with me. I have to be at work at 6am. so I'm off to bed. Talk to you all tomorrow. Night.

Oh, the PAIN. I decided to make apple salad for the picnic today. I'm supposed to make a veggie or fruit something. Well I get up this morning and feed the cats, get my juice and start opening a bag of caramels and unwrap them. I didn't even take a nibble while I was cutting them up into smaller pieces. I than start cutting up apples. I ate 2 slices of Jonathans and than started cutting up the Granny apples. I had a few slices of that also. Than it hit---OUCH. I should have chewed them better. They aren't stuck just in there. I can drink so I'm ok there. It's just like they feel like a ton of bricks sitting in there. Hope it gets better by Chili time. I also started a pot of chili for the football games. I woke up with a charley horse this morning. Went in and took a pottasium pill and went right back to bed. I slept for another 2 hours, so I think I'm good for the day. Looks like it's going to be a great day here. Sun keeps peeking out and it's supposed to get up in the mid 70's. Nice day for a picnic. Janie, Kity ans Suzie---Hmmmmm, all good little Chatholic Girls. Did you guys go to parochial schools? I attended St. Ferdinand's - in San Fernando Calif and Bishop Alemany High School in Mission Hills, Calif. Believe or not but to this day I still like plaid. I never did mind having to wear uniforms. Never did figure out why the high schools boys didn't have to. Our Senior year they were able to wear slacks on fridays. I do think my knees are mad at me though for it. Nothing like growing up in the church. Everyone have great day. I'll check in later. Hugs.

Gina, good to see you back. It's a daily struggle for me. A long road but one I am determined to see to the end. All I can say is hang in there. If you fall get right back up and work on it again, which coming back here is a good start. Hope you stay with us. Jenn, I'm sorry for all that you ahve gone thru. That had to have been awful. I wish I could walk with you. I had to take my sister to the pshyciatric center twice for thoughts of suicide. She is so much better now but it was a hard faught battle. You are in my prayers. Nice quite evening here. I got back from church and decided to take doggie for a walk. We did about a mile and no sooner got home and it started to rain. Tomorrow is our church picnic and they are calling for nicer weather. Good deal.

Judy, Sounds like you guys are going to have a great time this evening. I love outdoor fires. One thing I miss about going to the lake. Have fun tonight. I just finished cleaning like crazy. I've been so busy the last couples of months, I have just put off doing it. Hubby got a little miffed when I tried to sweep around him. But all is done and I can sit back and enjoy the evening. Tomorrow is football day. Our church picnic is also at the same time. Hubby couldn't figure that one out. I told him I didn't think that checking the football schedule was a priority with them. So we will watch the first half hour and than go over to the picnic for about an hour and than come home. I have to take a covered dish and it has to be a vegetable. Anyone got an idea for me??? I had half a muffin for breakfast and half a cup of cottage cheese and pineapple for lunch. I also had about 3 fish sticks. Not sure what dinner is going to be. I plan on making a pot of chili for tomorrow. Monday is my Doctors appointment. I sure hope I get a fill. I sure hope he reams my butt also while I'm there. Or at least kick it real good. Hugs to all. Haydee- we miss you.