Monday mumblings

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harti09 said:

melody921 said:

Flamingemu said:

melody921 said:

I feel like I no longer have any concept of portion size because I just eat too much of whatever I want, whenever I want. I was at Target yesterday, and purchased a few Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers, with the hope that I can start getting back to a normal lunch. FFMC perhaps that I have turned to processed food in an attempt to rein in my shitty eating habits.

It works to relearn portion sizes. After a few weeks switch back to real food and weigh/measure everything. A few weeks of that and you will be able to eyeball it.

I like to guess and then stick something on the scale and see how close I am. #nerd

I need a food scale.

It's actually interesting to have one. Most of the recipes I follow call for a certain weight of say, chicken breast (Cooking Light). Throw a standard piece on the scale, it's way over. I've taken to cutting the breasts in half and making two thin cut pieces of the correct weight - money saver too.

I find it to be a really helpful kitchen tool. I opted for a pricer one, but I've had it for 3+ years and use it often, so it was worth it.

https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Stainless-Pull-Out-Display/dp/B000WJMTNA/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1403560565&sr=8-14&keywords=kitchen+scale

I have that scale too but I use if for mailing clothes/shoes that I sell  It's great.

juliane2004

BeebopandBuddy said:

I loved the Jill Duggar wedding pictures but I hated that he didn't shave.  I love a little scruff but for your wedding?

I'm totally late but she actually said in an episode (where he DID shave) that she preferred the facial hair.

Flamingemu

harti09 said:

melody921 said:

Flamingemu said:

melody921 said:

I feel like I no longer have any concept of portion size because I just eat too much of whatever I want, whenever I want. I was at Target yesterday, and purchased a few Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers, with the hope that I can start getting back to a normal lunch. FFMC perhaps that I have turned to processed food in an attempt to rein in my shitty eating habits.

It works to relearn portion sizes. After a few weeks switch back to real food and weigh/measure everything. A few weeks of that and you will be able to eyeball it.

I like to guess and then stick something on the scale and see how close I am. #nerd

I need a food scale.

It's actually interesting to have one. Most of the recipes I follow call for a certain weight of say, chicken breast (Cooking Light). Throw a standard piece on the scale, it's way over. I've taken to cutting the breasts in half and making two thin cut pieces of the correct weight - money saver too.

I find it to be a really helpful kitchen tool. I opted for a pricer one, but I've had it for 3+ years and use it often, so it was worth it.

https://www.amazon.com/OXO-Grips-Stainless-Pull-Out-Display/dp/B000WJMTNA/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1403560565&sr=8-14&keywords=kitchen+scale

This is the one we have too. Except I bought it at BBB so I could use a 20% off offer.

BPer

I've been laying in a lukewarm bathtub for like 40 minutes now. H doesn't get home for another 15 minutes, and I can't figure out how to pull myself out. I realize that comparatively, this is not a real problem.

I'm sorry you're struggling, Holly. I found myself trapped with an ex in my younger days. Obviously there weren't kids involved, but it is the shittiest feeling in the world, being unhappy with someone, and not being able to see a way out. I think you've gotten some really great suggestions here.

misspunky

I'm just now getting caught up. Thinking about you, @Holly_1007‌

bosha711

MelsaX said:

My neighbour is having a baby, she's due right around now. I want to go over and let her know she can pop over whenever she needs a break, or wants to chat, or runs out of diapers.
I've never spoken to her before, DH talks to her DH regularly.
How do I do this without seeming like a weirdo?

Too funny- I am in the same exact situation! My neighbor had a baby last month, but I've never spoken to her. I so badly wanted to go over & say hey, I'm home if you ever need anything! Or see if she needs a swing or a bumbo or clothes or whatever!

I just can't bring myself to go over there. I crossed paths with the dad walking the baby around the block & I thought that was my perfect opportunity, but he was talking on his cellphone, so I couldn't even say, congrats at the very least. Waaah! I want to be friends! Lol

bosha711

Big hugs to you @Holly_1007‌. I'm so sorry you're at this point. You've gotten some great advice, though. You've got to do what's best for your family!

27boo

@Holly_1007‌ I'm sorry you're going through this. I hope you can find the support/help/programs you need to build a happier life for yourself and your boys.

27boo

I'm in a math class all week. Today was almost exactly like a class I took a few years ago, only not as good. Hopefully it picks up.

 Also, I finally made and went to an OBGYN appt in our new town. I had some scary appts right after Boo was born that I didn't handle well emotionally. I did okay today, am happy with my new dr, and am ready to try for #2. Fingers crossed for boring pap results.

Eta:my tablet is dumb

Holly_1007

I've asked him to find somewhere else to live by aug 1.

Nita2603

Holly_1007 said:

I've asked him to find somewhere else to live by aug 1.

Good for you, girl. Best of luck to you. And hugs. Many, many hugs.

MRoxy0628

Nita2603 said:

Holly_1007 said:

I've asked him to find somewhere else to live by aug 1.

Good for you, girl. Best of luck to you. And hugs. Many, many hugs.

All of this.

thebanich

Big hugs Holly. We are all here for you.

Flamingemu

Holly_1007 said:

I've asked him to find somewhere else to live by aug 1.

I can't imagine how hard this is for you. Good luck and lots of hugs.

melody921

Holly_1007 said:

I have like $700. I was thinking I needed enough to pay the bills that are in my name for 2-3 months. So like $5kish? Ugh I feel like I will never get there

It adds up fast. I know it's hard, but try not to panic. Just stay focused on the end goal.

AlinnJo

@Holly_1007‌ hugs to you. I can't imagine what you are going through and you are being so strong. I admire you for doing what is best for you and your boys. Please let me know if you need anything!

jenndub

Holly_1007 said:

I've asked him to find somewhere else to live by aug 1.

You have balls of steel. Good for you. You can definitely handle this. It will be hard but it will also be so freeing. You and your kids deserve a better life.

PenelopePond

Hugs @Holly_1007‌

@melody921‌ didn't you get a haircut recently? Whenever I get a haircut and it starts to grow out my face breaks out where the hair touches. Maybe that's just me