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mameelynn said:
I know what you mean!! I feel like when I try and do my protein shakes I end up eating more! I just miss chewing real food!
Me too!! I got a box of those egg muffins from special k yesterday. I'll give it a try as I do not want to eat bad food here at the office. Donuts and cupcakes and all the goodies some people bring here are too many temptations :D
 

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Parker - thanks for the import info. After hearing your woos and thinking of the mileage on the car now I'm thinking buying something new there (under hubby's credit, since I don't have any) is a better idea.
 

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lunas said:
Me too!! I got a box of those egg muffins from special k yesterday. I'll give it a try as I do not want to eat bad food here at the office. Donuts and cupcakes and all the goodies some people bring here are too many temptations :D
Good morning!!

How is/was the Special K egg muffin??? Like both of you I have a smoothie in the mornings.. but am starving by now.. so always looking for the "healthier" snack options.. other than fruits and veggies!!
 

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Ms Malawi said:
Good morning!!

How is/was the Special K egg muffin??? Like both of you I have a smoothie in the mornings.. but am starving by now.. so always looking for the "healthier" snack options.. other than fruits and veggies!!
I'll let you k now tomorrow. I left in a hurry this morning after making my smoothie. I also got a nice mix of nuts with cramberries and raisins. A handful of those and some water entertains my angry stomach for an hour or so :D

I forgot to add. A spoon of chia seeds to yogurt or your smoothie also helps me stay full. That reminds me that I am out of it.
 

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Good points!! Nothing worst than sitting in a "Monday" morning meeting when your stomach starts to rumble!!!
 

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Good morning guys! Halfway around the world, it's 1am here. I'm relieved I don't have work tomorrow, but I have an appointment with the doctor. I'm not too happy about the probable wait time, so I guess I better charge my iPad now.

I'm in bed already, with a dog sleeping beside me. This is probably one of the most relaxing times in my day. My dog's hyper-ness is all gone and I just stroke her back and we're all good. She's so peaceful lying on my pillow, under my blanket. The little bugger is a blanket hog btw. She takes up a lot of space for a tiny lap dog too. I sometimes wake with paws in my back or a weight on my stomach. She's a regular bully around here. Can other pet parents relate? ;)
 

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Ms Malawi said:
Good points!! Nothing worst than sitting in a "Monday" morning meeting when your stomach starts to rumble!!!
Hahaha that actually happens to me once in a while and it's VERY embarrassing!
 

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goldenkagi said:
Good morning guys! Halfway around the world, it's 1am here. I'm relieved I don't have work tomorrow, but I have an appointment with the doctor. I'm not too happy about the probable wait time, so I guess I better charge my iPad now.

I'm in bed already, with a dog sleeping beside me. This is probably one of the most relaxing times in my day. My dog's hyper-ness is all gone and I just stroke her back and we're all good. She's so peaceful lying on my pillow, under my blanket. The little bugger is a blanket hog btw. She takes up a lot of space for a tiny lap dog too. I sometimes wake with paws in my back or a weight on my stomach. She's a regular bully around here. Can other pet parents relate? ;)
My husband asks once in a while if we can have a dog and I ask for a cat. As much as it is cute to sleep with pets (I used to do it) I like the fact my bed is hair-free :D
 

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lunas said:
My husband asks once in a while if we can have a dog and I ask for a cat. As much as it is cute to sleep with pets (I used to do it) I like the fact my bed is hair-free :D
I agree with the "hair-free" bed.. but I also like to stretch out and I know when Mr M is here, there won't be any room in the bed for another.. so that means no pets in our bedroom.. though maybe an outside dog!! (Farm-girl talking)

lunas said:
Hahaha that actually happens to me once in a while and it's VERY embarrassing!
Hard to pass off on someone else!!
 

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I made cat food in my blender with fresh, home grown catnip. I have a drug addict for a kitty.

My hubby is going to Edmonton today :( He won't be home until late. I guess I have lots of time to work on my paper for school.

I gave up on dieting years ago. I'm fat and no matter what I do, I stay fat. When I was a size 12, I could also count all my ribs. Sigh.
 

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amikety said:
I made cat food in my blender with fresh, home grown catnip. I have a drug addict for a kitty.

My hubby is going to Edmonton today :( He won't be home until late. I guess I have lots of time to work on my paper for school.

I gave up on dieting years ago. I'm fat and no matter what I do, I stay fat. When I was a size 12, I could also count all my ribs. Sigh.
You definitely have a lucky kitty.. And a great excuse to finish your paper.. I have yet to get motivated at work!

Though I think there is a difference between dieting and just being healthy. Like you, I will always stay fat.. however there is nothing wrong with trying to eat healthy (even when I know I never lose weight doing it)
 

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You definitely have a lucky kitty.. And a great excuse to finish your paper.. I have yet to get motivated at work!

Though I think there is a difference between dieting and just being healthy. Like you, I will always stay fat.. however there is nothing wrong with trying to eat healthy (even when I know I never lose weight doing it)
My middle brother's girlfriend is currently on a serious diet and exercise program to lose weight. My sister-in-law is going to the gym almost every day.

They're both smaller than one of my thighs. (They're both Asian.)

I want to hate them......... and I'm extremely confused by their need to go to the gym.
 

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amikety said:
My middle brother's girlfriend is currently on a serious diet and exercise program to lose weight. My sister-in-law is going to the gym almost every day.

They're both smaller than one of my thighs. (They're both Asian.)

I want to hate them......... and I'm extremely confused by their need to go to the gym.
It makes them feel good? Allows them to justify the donut they are craving for breakfast?
 

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amikety said:
I made cat food in my blender with fresh, home grown catnip. I have a drug addict for a kitty.

My hubby is going to Edmonton today :( He won't be home until late. I guess I have lots of time to work on my paper for school.

I gave up on dieting years ago. I'm fat and no matter what I do, I stay fat. When I was a size 12, I could also count all my ribs. Sigh.
I've never been able to count all my ribs!! I'm just trying to stay healthy as I don't have health insurance :-X
 

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amikety said:
I made cat food in my blender with fresh, home grown catnip. I have a drug addict for a kitty.

My hubby is going to Edmonton today :( He won't be home until late. I guess I have lots of time to work on my paper for school.

I gave up on dieting years ago. I'm fat and no matter what I do, I stay fat. When I was a size 12, I could also count all my ribs. Sigh.
take ACV (apple cider vinegar mixed with water) it does wonders for your body ! 8)