I remember the first part of your post! Okay...a belated thanks!
I have been so busy it wasn't funny. We are 80%done with the 3rd room, the livingroom. Sunny: You have more ump than I do to try to cook in that mess. My kitchen is still not in order. It's now the paint central for the Living room. My gosh, will the painting ever end. 
So yes, I did cheat. Not too bad though. Saturday was my "baby's" 16th birthday so out to eat and I did eat a small piece of bday cake. 
I have been so busy it wasn't funny. We are 80%done with the 3rd room, the livingroom. Sunny: You have more ump than I do to try to cook in that mess. My kitchen is still not in order. It's now the paint central for the Living room. My gosh, will the painting ever end. 
Hehe! I didn't trail off far. Just trying to get organized with budgeting and paying bills. Looks like we'll be alright for the rest of the year and with the holidays. My DH and I are headed to town tomorrow. Get some more x-mas shopping done. I've got to get stocked up on fresh veggies and dairy too. Sunny, I too believe that christmas is for children. The last two holidays I asked family to donate the cost of my gifts to those that need it. So now, each year, we donate to the Boys and Girls Town. It just makes sense to us. My DH wad abandoned at age 6 in a large city (long story), He never new his parents or any family as far as that goes. I have given him the best gift of all, Sierra. Our DD is the only blood relative he knows. Can you imagine? So we pay it forward by helping other children in need each year. Sierra is our angel girl. We totally spoil her! She's our true gift!
Catrenia
I have more family and loved ones on the other side waiting for me than I do here on earth. It may sound strange to some folks but I actually look forward to seeing them again, Praise God! I miss them so much. Especially my mom, dad, sister, and Grandparents. I often feel their energy around me and I feel great comfort from that. Your DD would want you to decorate for the holidays. We all do! So get with it girlfriend Cat- I am so proud of you. You are just doing so great. You just might get that date some day soon. We'll have to follow you around with a big stick just to keep the fellas off you! You're a beautiful women with such a great personality. My grandmother once told me that God made a mate for everyone here on earth. There's one for you too. He'll come, be patient! By the way, your menu looks great! Kass- I love what you do. I bet you're a wonderful teacher and the kids love you. How long have you been a special Ed teacher? My DD has a LD (learning disability) in math. It's called Dysalculia. It's specific to math. It is related to the underlying ability to visualize things in space and gauge their quanity. It wasn't discovered untill after doing kindergarden twice and complications in first and second grade when the teacher was accusing her of being defiant. There were so many red flags. I had her tested in 3rd grade and that's when it was discovered that she had a LD. She's been on the Honorable Mention since and does well in school. With the support of special instruction she strives. I totally respect you and the work that you do Marty- What are you up to today? Did you finish the painting? We miss you here girl. Let us know how you're doing, O.K.? Well, today, we're hanging lights outside and bows on our fenced yard. The truck is coming to fill our oil for heat today. That will be costing an arm and leg! Liquid gold, well not quite, but sure feels that way in the pocketbook.
Wishing all of you a great Atkins day!
Catrenia 
I'm psyched because I started this journey in a size 20 pants.
Catrenia
I have more family and loved ones on the other side waiting for me than I do here on earth. It may sound strange to some folks but I actually look forward to seeing them again, Praise God! I miss them so much. Especially my mom, dad, sister, and Grandparents. I often feel their energy around me and I feel great comfort from that. Your DD would want you to decorate for the holidays. We all do! So get with it girlfriend Cat- I am so proud of you. You are just doing so great. You just might get that date some day soon. We'll have to follow you around with a big stick just to keep the fellas off you! You're a beautiful women with such a great personality. My grandmother once told me that God made a mate for everyone here on earth. There's one for you too. He'll come, be patient! By the way, your menu looks great! Kass- I love what you do. I bet you're a wonderful teacher and the kids love you. How long have you been a special Ed teacher? My DD has a LD (learning disability) in math. It's called Dysalculia. It's specific to math. It is related to the underlying ability to visualize things in space and gauge their quanity. It wasn't discovered untill after doing kindergarden twice and complications in first and second grade when the teacher was accusing her of being defiant. There were so many red flags. I had her tested in 3rd grade and that's when it was discovered that she had a LD. She's been on the Honorable Mention since and does well in school. With the support of special instruction she strives. I totally respect you and the work that you do Marty- What are you up to today? Did you finish the painting? We miss you here girl. Let us know how you're doing, O.K.? Well, today, we're hanging lights outside and bows on our fenced yard. The truck is coming to fill our oil for heat today. That will be costing an arm and leg! Liquid gold, well not quite, but sure feels that way in the pocketbook. Wishing all of you a great Atkins day!
Catrenia 
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