JustJane48

Good afternoon buddys.

I wish I could write a blog which is happy and full of fun, but today I received some sad news.

Our long time buddy Buttercup received a phone call on Tuesday evening.   It was concerning her Uncle Mike (if you remember he was very sick)  His cancer has come back —-  in 2 spots.   One is behind the spine, the other on one os his lungs.

He will have more surgery in May.

PLEASE PLEASE could every one find a moment to offer prayers to Shanna’s Uncle Mike.

Together, prayer is very powerful.

Mike’s full name is       Mike Pierce

Thank you buddys, I hope we can all team together for Shanna and her family.

Good Afternoon Buddys!!! Are you all wearing green??????  If not watch out for those pinches  LOL!!! I told my hubby, make sure to wear green or you’ll be getting pinched by all those pretty ladies at work.  He just laughed and said “Honey, that only happens in 1st or 2nd grade.  I said HUH??????? NOT…”  We’ll see when he gets home  hehehehe, I’ll sure be ready to pinch away….LOL!!!

Its been such a while, I haven’t been here since Friday of last week Uggghhh…..too long.  Lots of catching up to do  LOL!!

My title explains it all….I’m sooooooooooo frustrated right now.  Not sure which path to take at this point.

I started on a serious weight loss journey the end of January.  No cheating, no alcohol, no fast food (unless it was counted in my caloric intake)  exercise 6 out of 7 days. 

I’ve only lost 8 pounds since the end of January. Thats going on 8 weeks.  I know they say 1 pound a week is preferred….but I’m not preffering it ladies. 

I will attend a free Weight Watchers meeting on Wednesday morning.  Maybe that will do the trick.  I know WHAT to eat and WHEN to eat, but it seems like it should be much quicker.  Oh well, one day at a time…..right?????? OF COURSE!!! but I’m still frustrated

My Husband and I are completely rid of any carbonation. We’ve had fun trying all the flavored waters, (just for a treat) but we still drink mostly plain water which fortunately I love

The propel was suggested by a close friend, I’ve tried it before, but didn’t remember how GOOD it really is!!!

Well off to ride my bike….I’m going to just work harder at this, because I’M NOT GIVING UP THIS TIME.

My apologies for anyone I’ve missed this weekend.  I pray my buddys are  well.

:)           A giggle a day keeps the gloomies away!

:)            Every smile makes you a day younger. (Chinese Proberb)

:)             Everyone smiles in the same language.

:)             Blessed are they who can laugh at themselves…for they will never cease to be amused!!

Good Monday Morning!!!! Today is a very very special day.  Does everyone know what today is??????  Can you guess???? Cmon now…one guess!!!!  LOL….ok….want me to tell you????????????????  Ok…here goes

We have a birthay girl here at BuddySlim…YIPPEE YAHOO  :)  Today is our one and only KAMA’S birthday!!!!

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to You!!!, Happy Birthday dear Kama, Happy Birthday to You!!!

We love you soooooooooo much Kama.  Have a great birthday and many more to come

Yesterday I received a card in my mailbox telling me I had a package to pick up. 

I was pretty sure what it was.  I WAS RIGHT

I love to meet people from other countries.  Its so interesting learning their customs, foods, and especially the words they use.  For instance, we here called Bologna, onion, relish, mayo ground up “Minced Bologna”  or some call it “Sandwich Spread”

In Canada they call it mush meat.  Same exact ingrediants different name.  Do you realize they REALLY do eat plumb pudding???????????  how cool is that

My friend had been talking about all the Christmas preparations and what is traditional for their holiday.  She told me she must go out and get a “Christmas Cake”  The Mormons are well know for wonderful cooking and my friend goes each year to get her “Christmas Cake” there. 

I was interested   DUH..of course cuz it was CAKE!!! asked what it was like because I’d never heard of it.  She had a difficult time explaining it, but said if she could get another one she would send it for me to try.

OMG Buddys….it is actually a “fruitcake”  but unlike any other fruitcake I’ve ever had.  YUMMY…and I’ve already had 2 pieces of it.  And its calling my name  LOL!!!

Guess I’ll have to walk an extra mile to make up for this.  “Big Tired Sigh”

Love You Guys….A big welcome to all coming in new…and has anyone see Little Flower lately?  and lets keep Nana/Bette Jo in our prayers, she is recovering from surgery. 

Hey buddys :)  I’ve been trying to catch up on blogs…all I can say is NEVER GET BEHIND!!!  I’m working hard on it though.

I wanted to remind all the Biggest Losers fans that tonight is the Season Premier.  Not sure if anyone has blogged about it, but I know where I’ll be tonight 

I’ll be back tommorrow…..with a bang….in full swing

Love you guys sooooooooo much!!!

Twas the day after Christmas, and all through the house, every creature was hurting–even the mouse.

The toys were all broken, their batteries dead; Santa passed out with some ice on his head.

Wrapping and ribbons just covered the floor, while upstairs the family continued to snore.

And I in my T-shirt, new Reeboks and Jeans went into the kitchen and started to clean.

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from the sink to see what was the matter.

Away to the window I flew like a flash, Tore open the curtains, and threw up the sash.

When what to my wondering eyes should appear, but a little white truck, with an oversized mirror.

The driver was smiling, so lively and grand; The patch on his jacket said ” U.S. POSTMAN.”

With a handfull of bills, he grinned like a fox.  Then quickly he stuffed them into our mailbox.

Bill fter bill, after bill, they still came.  Whistling and shouting he called them by name.

“Now Dillard’s, now Walmart’s, now Penny’s and Sears.  Heres Levi’s and Target’s and Mervyn’s — all here!!

To the top of your limit, every store, every mall. Now chargeaway-chargeaway-chargaway all.

He whooped and he whistled as he finished his work.  He filled up the box, then turned with a jerk.

He sprang to his truck and he drove down the road, Driving much faster with just half a load.

Then I heard him exclaim with great holiday cheer, “ENJOY WHAT YOU GOT…YOU’LL BE PAYING ALL YEAR!!!”

Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas, and your New Year be filled with blessings and joy

Love you all sooooooooooo much!!!

Good Afternoon Ladies & Gents :) 

Do you see that cookie sheet full of freshly baked chocolate cookies??????? do ya ??? do ya???

Now I know you really want one BAD….now cmon, admit it

Well I’ve started my Christmas cookies, finally.  Chocolate Chip being a favorite in my family and an easy cookie to make was my choice for the day.

Wooohhhh  I am stuffed, I made about 5 dozen or so…..and ate at least 6  OMG!!!!!  of course I had to have milk to.  Bad Bad Girl.

Think I will bring them next door and stash them in my Dads freezer to avoid the temptation.  Now the problem is we were clobbered last night and most of today.  I believe the last forecast said 8 inches and high snow drifts.  Not sure I want to venture out into the cold, I’d prefer to sit right here in my warm comfy office with my computer!!!!! OMG!!! I’m such an addict.

Oh well…….now remember when making your cookies….small samples….not 1/2 dozen like me!!!

Love ya all, Hugs and Kisses….Blessings and Angels to you too, Jane

Hello BuddySlimmers :)  Hope all are well today.  As I read blogs, I can see some people struggle.   I’m sorry but we are all here for you!!!

Last night my husband and I attended my “little sisters” Christmas Concert.  It was so much fun, remember my son is 21 so its been a longgggggggggg time for me.  I laughed I cried…I tapped my foot and just had fun. I stepped down from being an official Big Sister, but haven’t forgotten Katelin.  I’ve been to her birthday party, she’s been to Angelas baby shower, we’ve talked on the phone.  I will stay in touch with her forever

So at the concert they sang songs from Charlie Browns Christmas, The Grinch, and one of my favorites…”Grandma got run over by a reindeer”  Molly which is Katelins friend has down syndrome. She was all dressed in a pretty long green dress, she didn’t do much singing but she brought tears to my eyes.  These are gods children…and each so precious.  But my Katelin, she was just a singin away!!!  So after the concert my Husband wanted to go through a fast food.  He was hoping Kentucky Fried Chicken, and I said maybe we could just find something at home!!!  I did it, I did resist the tempation.  One day at a time.

Love you all…..Have a Great Evening

Couldn’t find an appropriate picture for my title!!!  I wanted to show frustration!!!  Are your computers running slower today?  Could it possibly be because of Cyber Monday??????

They say Cyber Monday, the sales online are incredible. I’ve tried both computers in my house and they are just dragging on Just wondered if maybe its all the shoppers????

Oh well, I got in….TA DA !!! still having trouble commenting on some blogs.

Was everyones Thanksgiving a good one!!! Did we all eat healthy, or did we cheat a bit.  Which ever is fine.  Taking a day off is a good thing

Myself, I ate responsibility.  I didn’t want that “overstuffed” feeling I have every year.  You know the feeling where after dinner you sit in your fav. recliner and fall fast asleep?  Just to wake up and see the mess in your kitchen!!!!!

We went to my daughters after “our” Thanksgiving….. for pie and coffee,  I had a teeny tiny sliver of Pumpkin pie.  I think I’ve had my quota for the year  LOL!!! funny how you wait sooooooooo long for something, then you become sick of it!!!

Did anyone find the courage to shop on Black Friday?  My husband did.  Up at 3:00 a.m. in the car by 5:00 just to get a special buy on batteries.  Can you believe this???????????  LMAO…..1.99 for 30 batteries….yup he really did.  He also got a tool that was more then 1/2 off.  He waited in line with about 1,000 people (he said)  had to park about 1 1/2 miles from the actual store.

Guess back when I was healthier, I would have loved it.  But for now I’ll save my shopping until a couple days before Christmas and the Christmas bonus comes in

Love you guys….Have a Great Week

Eeeewww, not so pretty huh????????  LOL!! Well thats about how I’m feeling about now…this Monday morning….the weekend after Halloween.  Anyone else have the Halloween Candy Hangover???????????

I know I vowed to be strong and stick to my guns during Trick or Treat.  Little Talan was sharing candy left and right.  When I’d say no, he’d get this little pout on his face and say “Why Gramma”  so I ended up over doing it a bit.

We fell into the old day after trap.  All Halloween Candy 1/2 off…OMG!!! Enough, my belly is so sore, and Today is a New Day my buddys!!! A new start, a new Month.