Good Morning Calif...

good morning cali crew,
it's a happy sunday!! i'm going to have a kick back day with a bbq this evening... maybe do some laundry too.. me and my bf went to the roller derby last night for the first time and it was pretty cool.. except my but went numb from the bleachers.. lol... but it was a new experience .. there's not much to do in stockton.. i ordered my pb2 friday i can't wait to get that .. i've heard so many good things about it so i'm giving it a go.. i also ordered some sf syrups for my coffee and baking.. mmmmm .. hey does anyone have a recipe for pork tri-tip.. i want to bbq it but i don't know what to put on it???any suggestions would be greatly appriecated.. well that's it for me today everyone have a great day peace out..

Lisa, You can get the SF syrups at Smart and Final for under $5.00 for a big bottle. If you like peanut butter you will love PB2, I just order 4 jars of it last night. It is soooo good in my protein shakes.

HUGS
JOY

Morning LuLu and Cali,

LuLu I think it is great to have a great friend and fur baby.  I think it is rare to find good genuine people these days that one just clicks with, so consider yourself luck that you have a BFF and a great fur baby.  My mom has always said if you have one person you can call a FRIEND that you are lucky.  LOL! 
For me my lil man brings me that job and excitement.  I love driving home from work or to pick him up.  I get giddy and excited to see him and when he comes running to me with open arms it makes it all worth it. 
Yesterday was fun.  I got to meet Scott B. who was just a sweetie.  I can't wait to train with him.  He was very warm and welcoming.  I am excited about my training.  Yesterday, I got my shoes, water pack and I am pretty much ready to start my training. 
Today, is laundry and cleaning.  FUN!  Why do the weekends go by so fast.  I am going to try to get as much out of today as possible.  LOL

Hope everyone has a great day!

Lola

Good Morning all
       LL  I know what you mean about Fresser, I have been dog sitting my Moms little yapper and she is just so happy to see you even if you have only been in the other room.  She just wants to be near you all the time, it really makes you feel loved. 
    Anyway I am headed out to my brothers place in the country for the day to visit.  Then getting home to finish getting ready to go to my Pre-op appt and then surgery next week .  I'm getting a little nervous but I know this is the right thing for me.  Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers next week Thanks.  
   Have A great Sunday.  Melissa

Melissa, Good luck next week, I am sure everything will go great for you. I will pray for an uneventful surgery and for a speedy recovery.

I am scheduled for my surgery Oct 21 and it is getting closer and closer I can hardly wait.

Janine, I love the pic I saw of the mural I can hardly wait to see the finished product I know it will be super fantastic it is already so very beautiful.

I hope everyone else on the cali crew has a great day anad hopefully it will not be too hot for you all in the desert.

As for today all I am going to do is search for the right song to sing in the upcoming karaoke contest that Jackson Rancheria is hosting. Wish me luck.

Sue

Thanks Sue and good luck with karaoke.  Melissa

Melissa -
I'm sure the nervousness is the normal nervousness most of us went through.  Next week is going to be awesome for you.  Do you need an angel?  I'm not sure what hospital you'll be in, but I'm in San Jose, and I'd love to come and see you and cheer you on.  My life has definitely changed for the better since my surgery 4 1/2 months ago.  Let me know... -- Carol

Carol--
     I would love an angel  and any last minute advise.  I am having my surgery at Stanford on Tues 10/7.  Thanks Melissa

Good morning Lu and Cali Crew!! Lu, it's so awesome that you and Fresser have bonded they way you have in such a short time. Our cat Squeaks was the same way. As soon as he geard the garage door open, he would be waiting at the door for us. He was such a loveable kitty. I miss him. I am jonesing for a kitten right now...lol 

It's great that you have a BFF like Liz R. She is an amazing woman. I have a BFF. She and I have been friends since 7th grade, and even when we weren't speaking (she was diagnosed with depression and anxiety issues), we were always in each others' thoughts. I love her like a sister.

As for the vitamins, the first thing I do in the morning is turn on my computer so that is where I keep my vitamins and supplements. This way I don't forget to take them.

Nothing much on the agenda today. Probably just grocery shopping and watching the NHRA drag races on tv. I hope everyone has a great day!! =)

Good morning California!

It's funny you mention vitamins today.  I'm struggling with finding a calcium that is better tasting than the Bariatric Advantage ones.  I ordered another kind last night. lol

I tried a new exercise video today Debbie Rocker Total Body Challenge Walk, Upper, Lower , Abs with Band.  The band work was good but there wasn’t much of it and she was pretty boring which made it drag.  She kept giving false, “you’re done” comments, when we weren’t done, which I found demotivating.

I also tried Leslie Walk Away Your Waistline  3 miles, with her walk belt which I loved.  More energy and enthusiasm and before I knew it, I was done.  I will try more of her tapes.

I tried the calcium crystals and don’t like the feeling/flavor.  It makes things taste more alkaline is the only way I can describe it.  I ordered some Kirkland Signature Calcium Chews 500 mg with Vitamin D and Vitamin K Sugar Free Chocolate Flavored.  Hopefully I’ll find a calcium more palatable.

I had tea with my friend, mostly we talked but we walked a little. 

Today?  Nothing planned but more exercise.  I'm trying to still hit my Halloween goal of 206 now that things are rolling again. 

Have a wonderful day!

Hugs,
---jan---