1/27/2021 7:00:14 PM, by JUDITHANNIE

Wow you all made me so special. I'm just Judy doing the best I can . My spark friends are the best ever. Thank to all.... Read more

1/27/2021 6:05:46 PM, by CTUPTON

somewhere in Canada. I wish I knew more. chris... Read more

1/27/2021 5:54:52 PM, by CTUPTON

These are awesome bright colors. Maybe check exact instructions . Often a mordant is needed too, like vinegar or alum. chris... Read more

1/27/2021 5:48:34 PM, by AZMOMXTWO

Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten. Aesop Read more at https://www.brainyquote.com ... Read more

1/27/2021 5:24:24 PM, by RHOOK20047

Well tomorrow is the day, at long last. I will get my first knee replacement! The hospital called and confirmed for me to be there at 6:30 a.m. So I guess at last it is a go. I am set up for it at home now, except the 65 inch television is still in my garage. The bedroom is cleaned up and every... Read more

1/27/2021 4:50:34 PM, by PRAIRIECROCUS

" I am a being of free-will, and I CHOOSE each and every action I make, every thought I think, and every emotion I feel." - Jonathan Lockwood Huie jlh@sail7.com... Read more

1/27/2021 4:47:08 PM, by CTUPTON

Since being sick with COVID, my taste is way off. And I have not been hungry. Yeah! But yesterday I guess I got sick of eating all the healthy veggie meals. I went to buy AAA batteries for my new wrist blood pressure cuff. I continued to shop and got food goodies: vanilla ice cream, 3 tur... Read more

1/27/2021 4:39:28 PM, by TOMG155

I could really utilize the support of my Spark People family. If your a Lifetime gym member, please vote for me if you think I deserve it. 75 lbs lost since June 1st 2020. https://www.lifetime60day.com/
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1/27/2021 4:27:14 PM, by NANCY-

I hope the petechiae fade. I have a tendency to choke on almost nothing. My throat closes up, leaving me gasping for air. It happened twice today. No clue as to why it happens: time to talk to the doctor. this is the kind of thing you forget to tell them about. He'll probably send me to an ENT. But ... Read more

1/27/2021 3:04:48 PM, by FATTOFITFIFTIES

Well, this was quite the surprise. I kept saying my father's scale wasn't moving, that I was losing 30 pounds in a week; and then going back to the same. (WHY do people say "So?" when you tell them 30 pounds in a week? Don't they realize that's not normal???) Fine. I ordered my ne... Read more

1/27/2021 2:14:50 PM, by KATHYJO56

Today I am especially blessed for the following: Ohio Health has really got on the stick to help me get scheduled for new brain and cervical MRIs. My phone has been ringing a lot today. I am also getting scheduled to go back into physical therapy and occupational therapy. I hate to go throug... Read more

1/27/2021 1:29:12 PM, by SHERYE

The foreman on a contracted job started bawling out one of the men, "I've had slow men on jobs before but you are the slowest I've ever seen. Is there anything you are quick with?" "Well," yawned the workman, "nobody can get tired as quick as I can." ... Read more

1/27/2021 12:21:59 PM, by USMAWIFE

On the way to get away from where you are, you can run so fast that you miss the blessings along the way. By the time you realize that you have missed them, a major portion of your life has taken place without you.... Read more

1/27/2021 11:50:16 AM, by MOMMY445

It's a beautiful sunny day here today 🌞. My daughter says hello to everyone. Both budgie birds are doing well and say cheep, cheep! I've been for a walk and I feel great. I'm going on another walk after lunch. Have a great day, everyone! Take care and stay safe.... Read more

1/27/2021 11:27:34 AM, by PICKIE98

It is kind of cold here today, (21 degrees) but the storm has subsided. Amen.... Read more

1/27/2021 11:22:53 AM, by SUSANYOUNGER

Surgery went well, we are off for a check up, he looks like a pirate. Huge storm last night in Sacramento. I have a yard full of tree branches and work cut out for me when I get home. What a night, loud storm. Hope you are all safe. We did need the rain. Have a great day.... Read more

1/27/2021 11:20:28 AM, by VERTUALWALKER

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1/27/2021 10:47:37 AM, by KITT52

I found this on some ones blog....looks very functional for most everyone who just needs to et started or has to find some where to get started........ Read more

1/27/2021 10:43:54 AM, by JUDY1676

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1/27/2021 10:39:05 AM, by NANASUEH

"There is always light, if only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it." Amanda Gorman "A man asked me where the nearest pay phone was. I said, '1998'." Lady: "Is this my train?" Station Master: "No, it belongs to the rail... Read more

1/27/2021 10:28:40 AM, by ELRIDDICK

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1/27/2021 10:25:41 AM, by SLIMMERJESSE

Unfortunately, I can't list glowing results over these past 12 years on SP. But, I CAN tell you that this site has kept me on target with my main goal - building my immune system and maintaining the weight loss I had early on. It has also provided numerous friends who have made wonderful cont... Read more

1/27/2021 10:23:59 AM, by VERTUALWALKER

If you say tomorrow, you are lying and deceiving yourself. Put a date and time, than it becomes an appointment, committing a time.... Read more

1/27/2021 10:08:53 AM, by MSANN59

hey sparkers hope all are doing well no gym this morning belly and sinus was bothering me got up took my meds feeling better then went to the dollar general store hubby went for his first shot so now just chilling back to the gym in the morning enjoy your day love and many blessings to all of you 24... Read more

1/27/2021 9:50:32 AM, by WHITEANGEL4

Well my co worker is not coming in today so I will be doing all by myself. That means a full day for me. Hubby told me he would make us BLYs for dinner. That way when I get home I can sit down and relax... Read more

1/27/2021 9:49:15 AM, by SMJTELLER

Doing my sparking earlier today. Had a decent night's sleep though I know I had at least one disturbing dream. working my way through the anxiety and stress of this pandemic/ Plans for another full day and I am thankful for that. Yesterday I took time to take stock of the day right away. Looki... Read more

1/27/2021 9:32:23 AM, by DWROBERGE

Another cloudy day on the Gulf Coast. i am expecting the new handymay Jay, to be here this morning to begin the project on replacing our left side gate to the rear yard which is needed drastically. Sill nothint from the pharmacy on the doctor reauest not answered by him an nothing on the widows at... Read more

1/27/2021 9:25:29 AM, by VERTUALWALKER

Snow has started. Did you snow is called light, heavy, etc by the visibility Good no great day to curl up in bed. Have set of physical therapy exercises to do....this afternoon. Body moves better in the afternoon.... Read more

1/27/2021 9:14:46 AM, by JOHNMARTINMILES

I've been a puppet, a pauper, a pirate, a poet A pawn and a king I've been up and down and over and out And I know one thing Each time I find myself Flat on my face I pick myself up and get Back in the race... Read more

1/27/2021 8:42:55 AM, by CHERYLHURT

I’m preparing the flower beds for spring planting and hope to fill the entryway with color.... Read more

1/27/2021 8:27:10 AM, by TRAVELGAL417

good morning - my Dh has opted to change his swimming schedule much earlier b/c our DS or GD interfere with his regular schedule. But he has anxiety, the amount of traffic is more, the people at the Y are not as organized or the other swimmers. He came back complaining on Monday. I told him to gi... Read more

1/27/2021 8:23:50 AM, by CKEYES1

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1/27/2021 8:17:24 AM, by 75HEALTHYME

I just got to wondering (and that can be dangerous) When we eat those things which are not really healthy for us... Are we truly comforting ourselves? or Are we truly punishing ourselves? These are scary questions for me.. I think I will endeavor to ponder these questions ... Read more

1/27/2021 7:20:51 AM, by NEPTUNE1939

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1/27/2021 6:22:25 AM, by BONNIE1552

Glad those days are gone!... Read more

1/27/2021 6:21:20 AM, by EVILCECIL

Have a great Wednesday. 386... Read more

1/27/2021 6:16:47 AM, by EOWYN2424

so, I thought, I'll just do a 30-minute walking workout. I went through my workout video library and found an old Jessica Smith workout that was about 33 minutes long. The title was like sunset barefoot walking workout or something like that. I figured it was right up my alley today because I ... Read more

1/27/2021 2:08:26 AM, by SISSYFEB48

We designated this week to go through many areas of the house and re-sort and reduce. We did a major job 2 and a half years ago when we moved from 12,000 sq feet down to 5,000 sq feet. But because it happened all within a 5 month window from deciding to look into moving to actually vacati... Read more

1/27/2021 1:53:02 AM, by SUSANBEAMON

Well, it snowed all day. Not a lot, but I still will have to move snow off the car and the driveway. I am not a happy camper. Instead of going outside at 1 to start driving so I can get to my 2:30 appointment, I will have to go outside at 12 to move snow. It might make it to 40 degrees by that time,... Read more

1/27/2021 1:50:49 AM, by MARYJEANSL

I think I had forgotten how exhausting working - even at a somewhat sedentary job, even part-time - can be. This morning I spent some time with some other ladies working on crafts for our religious education program (peg dolls, wooden models of things like the manger, etc.). It was fun, and certai... Read more

1/27/2021 12:31:06 AM, by MONSPABEN1

All my life, I've always had dreams of going to punch someone for defense purposes, and EVERY single time, my arm is suddenly going in slow motion and when my fist makes contact with the person I'm fighting off, it is like a teeny weeny bip - if I even make contact! Always would drive m... Read more

1/27/2021 12:16:26 AM, by ZRIE014

Warmed up to 57 after 44. It is 48 outside and 64 inside.... Read more

1/26/2021 11:30:55 PM, by PATRICIAANN46

Had I known in March that it was the last time I would be in a restaurant, I would have ordered the dessert. 468 471 475... Read more

1/26/2021 11:24:56 PM, by MAMADEE016

MAMADEE's Blog ~ SP Day 5395 Tuesday, January 26, 2021 A year from now you will wish you had started today. But before I get into that... It is Day 68 of restarting my SparkCoach. Today's topic: Future Visualization or... imagine what your life might be like 10 YEARS FROM TO... Read more

1/26/2021 11:23:36 PM, by WHITEANGEL4

Well as my friends have given me the task of where we will be going this week for our lunch. They like my idea of locally owned small eateries that could use the support of the community. I have a list of about 6 places to chose this week. I have not been to any of these. They are a new adventur... Read more

1/26/2021 11:18:03 PM, by NANCY-

Awaking and doing Classical Stretch first thing helps lubricate the joints and gets the blood flowing. Our usual shopping day was a quick trip with not many folks in the store. Thank heavens. ❤️ Grateful - For a snowglobe day. Kitty snuggles. A full pantry. ... Read more

1/26/2021 10:49:57 PM, by GETULLY

This is the 16" pile up over the front door, right outside my computer room window. I think the trench I dig for the post person between our house and our neighbor's was that deep also. A small repeat: I took overnight items with me Monday when I went to the village for an early morning... Read more

1/26/2021 10:19:20 PM, by MCJULIEO

A Christmas tree like this would be wonderfully tempting..... but putting all those books back in order where they belong WOULD BE AWFUL!!! I don’t get lost in the woods very often... But I’m pretty sure that this can be proven... It was a warm day today, and I feel my sap rising in my g... Read more

1/26/2021 8:50:09 PM, by GEORGE815

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1/26/2021 7:40:18 PM, by PATRICIAAK

I came across a puzzle book -- instant sidetrack! Besides Church, pool and 2 ZOOM meetings, guess where my day went!... Read more

1/26/2021 7:11:50 PM, by WYNAGAIN

Depression hit friday afternoon but I realized it was here before I sunk too deep took an extra vit d and an extra anti-depressant. Think I am crawling out today. Still on the edge but heading out so maybe one extra anti tonight at bedtime. The cold weather sticking around but its not too bad. T... Read more

1/26/2021 7:02:34 PM, by TSHAWGER

Warmed up today to 47degrees, walked outside, got caught in rain. Did morning and evening exercises.... Read more

1/26/2021 5:55:40 PM, by VERTUALWALKER

No arthritis in my hips, verified. Relief it means the hip pain is able to be eliminated.... Read more

1/26/2021 5:21:13 PM, by SHERYE

Arnold and his wife were cleaning out the attic one day when he came across a ticket from the local shoe repair shop. The date stamped on the ticket showed that it was over eleven years old. They both laughed and tried to remember which of them might have forgotten to pick up a pair of shoes over a ... Read more

1/26/2021 5:16:25 PM, by BONNIE1552

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1/26/2021 4:45:12 PM, by CHERIE38

To calculate the net carbohydrates, take the total carbohydrates and subtract both the grams of fiber and the sugar alcohols. The remaining amount is the total net carb count. Your net carbs will always be less than or equal to your total carbohydrates... Read more

1/26/2021 4:12:53 PM, by KITTYHAWK1949

Sven and Ole go to the beach. After a couple hours, Sven says, "This ain't no fun. How come the girls ain't friendly to me?" Ole says, "Well, I tell you, Sven, maybe if you put a potato in your swim trunks that would help." So Sven does, but he comes back to Ole later, and he says, "I tried wh... Read more

1/26/2021 3:57:52 PM, by AZMOMXTWO

Advice is like snow - the softer it falls, the longer it dwells upon, and the deeper it sinks into the mind. Samuel Taylor Coleridge Read more at https://www.brainyquote.com ... Read more

1/26/2021 3:35:51 PM, by KATHYJO56

Today I am especially blessed for the following: This made me smile this morning. Hugs, kathy Believe... Read more

1/26/2021 3:18:07 PM, by GOLFGMA

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1/26/2021 3:07:30 PM, by KITT52

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1/26/2021 1:52:27 PM, by CTUPTON

I got my wife an amazing .new lipstick that makes you lose weight. It's called "Superglue"... Read more

1/26/2021 1:16:30 PM, by CTUPTON

Photo of the day! Birds & Blooms reader Barbara Clark of Roseburg, Oregon says of this photo, “We had a late-winter snowstorm here in the Umpqua Valley, and this lovely varied thrush spent a few days taking shelter in our cedar trees.”... Read more

1/26/2021 12:50:12 PM, by PICKIE98

We are in the midst of our latest blizzard here. We already got a few inches of snow and it is still coming down. Lying low, paying bills, and doing my workouts.... Read more

1/26/2021 12:18:23 PM, by PRAIRIECROCUS

" I become happy when I choose to accept and love all of life." - Jonathan Lockwood Huie jlh@sail7.com... Read more

1/26/2021 11:55:52 AM, by VERTUALWALKER

Long ago, I was talking with my older brother. He said he needed to strengthen his hands. They were stiff. Yes, he did need that, BUT more so he/we need to remember to protect and keep our joints moisturized, especially in the dry winter air. After my knee surgery, the first thing... Read more

1/26/2021 11:45:17 AM, by SLIMMERJESSE

Wow, where has January gone? It's been a busy month. Here's the scoop on how things stand. I've won the sugar war this month. Not entirely out of food products, but no added sugar or desserts. Very good month and I feel like a different person w/o that poison in my body. I didn't expec... Read more

1/26/2021 11:42:05 AM, by USMAWIFE

The fact that you're struggling doesn't make you a burden. It doesn't make you unloveable or undesirable or undeserving of care. It doesn't make you too much or too sensitive or too needy. It makes you human. Everyone struggles. Everyone has a difficult time coping, and at times, we all fall apart. ... Read more

1/26/2021 10:37:14 AM, by NANASUEH

"Advice from a Woodpecker: Find your own rhythm. Peck away at obstacles. Carve out a place for yourself. Make your voice heard. It's ok to be a little flashy. Be colorful. Use your head!" Q: If an electric train is traveling north-by-northeast at 59 M... Read more

1/26/2021 10:34:15 AM, by JUDY1676

The weather here is terrible. Lots of snow and most everything is closed. ... Read more

1/26/2021 10:24:46 AM, by MOMMY445

It's supposed to snow ❄️ for most of the day here today. That's okay with me and my daughter. Both budgie birds are doing well and say cheep, cheep! I'll be going for a walk in a while. Have a great day, everyone! Take care and stay safe.... Read more

1/26/2021 9:53:15 AM, by JOHNMARTINMILES

"You never know what events are going to transpire to get you home." Og Mandino... Read more

1/26/2021 9:25:42 AM, by MSANN59

hey sparkers hope all are doing well got gym in this morning then went to grocery store and came home fixed salmon patties and baked beans and turnip greens now done for the day what are you all doing today let me know love and many blessings to all of you 247 304 248 593 304 386 593 381... Read more

1/26/2021 9:13:45 AM, by CHERYLHURT

And the Apple store is closed... Read more

1/26/2021 9:03:44 AM, by TERRACOTTAGE

Sooooo... we sure are 'chilling-out' up here this week. 479 A snowstorm passed through last night, dropping several cm. of snow, with temps well below freezing. So glad we're retired now, and don't have to deal with driving to work through all the road hazards on the major high... Read more

1/26/2021 8:29:11 AM, by SUSANYOUNGER

Up early and walking in the dark so I can take my husband to surgery and its cold and dark. The dog would not even go with me this morning!!! Smart puppy. Have a safe, dry and warm Tuesday everyone. I am so blessed. My husband is nervous about this surgery and I will be happy w... Read more

1/26/2021 8:21:14 AM, by TRAVELGAL417

good morning - Oh my - snow in Las Vegas! Tornado in Alabama. 10-12 inches of snow in the midwest. I never heard of Tornado in the winter until recent years. May everyone be safe and stay safe. These are unusual times again. 247 Our GD age 3 is coming today. We are looking at preschools for her... Read more

1/26/2021 8:11:29 AM, by CKEYES1

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1/26/2021 7:17:26 AM, by 75HEALTHYME

A very moving hymn... "Here I am, Lord" I first found this in a Methodist hymnal.. and recently I read Isaiah 6 and I remembered this hymn.. and chose to share it with you today. whether you have any religious faith or not... why not give it a listen anyway it will only cost you a few... Read more

1/26/2021 6:39:30 AM, by THOMPSONK23

8am-9am Oatmeal, carb wrap, ketocoffee, prenatal 11 AM- Tbs pb 1 PM- Deviled egg salad, smart popcorn 3 PM- Mushrooms and cottage cheese 5 PM- Tbs pb 6:30 PM- Meat, veggie, starch, carb wrap 8 PM- Jello... Read more

1/26/2021 6:30:02 AM, by AGGIELIZ

I'm a grandma again. For the 11th time (13 if you count the 2 step-granddaughters). It was a crazy week last week - daughter in hospital for a week, 4 days before delivery and 3 days after. Baby is fine, daughter still very weak but relieved to be home now. Her 2 year old son was finding it increasi... Read more

1/26/2021 6:28:42 AM, by DWROBERGE

Up early preparing for the visiting nurse this morning and the repair man to redo my left side gate to the back yard. I ohave rehab later this morning. Still waiting for word from the pharmacy and Home Depot. Keeping focused for success. Hope all are enjoying a great week!... Read more

1/26/2021 6:23:47 AM, by EVILCECIL

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1/26/2021 6:18:44 AM, by NEPTUNE1939

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1/26/2021 6:08:58 AM, by ELRIDDICK

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1/26/2021 5:46:09 AM, by EOWYN2424

So I did an ab and botty workout by Rebecca Louise! It was 30 minutes long. My thighs are still aching from yesterday's workout, so I couldn't perform all the reps. I just ordered some resistance bands online, I can't wait for them to arrive, then I will have even better workouts and get e... Read more

1/26/2021 1:28:10 AM, by SUSANBEAMON

So far, today's snow storm went out on the plains. I do hope tomorrow's storm does the same. they need the water more than we do. Also, selfishly, I don't want to have to clean snow off my car Wednesday or drive in it. I have my appointment at the wound clinic on Wednesday. I bought some new gripper... Read more

1/26/2021 12:20:04 AM, by ZRIE014

Warmed up to 53 after 45. It is 50 outside and 65 inside. It rained today.... Read more

1/26/2021 12:19:37 AM, by SISSYFEB48

(and meatless Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday usually!) And on a funny note.....A friend in Ireland sent it to me.... The label says TRUMP WINE Made from Sour Grapes This is a full bodied and bitter vintage guaranteed to leave a nasty taste in your... Read more

1/25/2021 11:24:22 PM, by PATRICIAANN46

Doug Pender lived all his life in the Florida Keys and is on his deathbed and knows the end is near. His nurse, his wife, his daughter and two sons, are with him. He asks for two witnesses to be present and a camcorder be in place to record his last wishes and when all is ready he begins to... Read more

1/25/2021 10:52:36 PM, by MCJULIEO

Oh my stars! In looking for something I went through the contents of my purse today...Yikes! Worth noting Among the usual detritus, I found: 3 name tags (last time I attended a meeting in person was last March- pre Covid) 6 face masks 2 different purse sized hand sanitizer dispensers ... Read more

1/25/2021 10:23:38 PM, by WHITEANGEL4

Well this week looks full at work. We have appointments back to back, Clients calling and saying cant you stay a little later so I can get there. I really try to get them to come in earlier. I offer to come in early in the morning, Saturday and Sunday. My Sunday was booked four almost 5 hours... Read more

1/25/2021 10:06:59 PM, by TSHAWGER

Did 72 mins, 17 miles spin class. Great workout. Felt good.... Read more

1/25/2021 9:51:13 PM, by NANCYPAT1

Today's wake up call let me know I would be working from home today. It was a rather uneventful day otherwise. I did contact the residential facility where my students are in quarantine and let them know I will be retiring at the end of this school year. They were devastated - they asked if I was SU... Read more

1/25/2021 9:51:04 PM, by PATRICIAAK

Church 1 appt pool shopping 4 ZOOM mtgs 1 phone mtg ... Read more

1/25/2021 9:16:28 PM, by GETULLY

39 41 These were emotions of today. I was looking forward to just staying in Kalona after being at the village for a meeting and working on the spinning wheels ending at 3pm because of the blizzard coming in (which is here now). Instead it was decided to close the village for today and tomorrow. S... Read more