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Post by shellyr on Jan 20, 2018 9:13:01 GMT -6
Thanks for the suggestions, everybody! Quinoa has been one of my aversions this time around but it might be worth it to try again. easternshoregirl, I rarely eat any seafood. I’m typically a pretty strict vegetarian, especially now that I live in the Midwest. I’m getting quite a few side-eyes here, actually, for trying to continue vegetarian with these carb restrictions because everybody here eats chicken in everything. I haven’t eaten chicken in like 15 years. I’m not going to start now.
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Post by shellyr on Jan 20, 2018 9:13:53 GMT -6
Newborn pics this am. I need to get DS and myself dressed but the baby just fell asleep at the boob. I hope the pictures go well!
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Post by jedi on Jan 20, 2018 9:51:48 GMT -6
Thanks for the suggestions, everybody! Quinoa has been one of my aversions this time around but it might be worth it to try again. easternshoregirl, I rarely eat any seafood. I’m typically a pretty strict vegetarian, especially now that I live in the Midwest. I’m getting quite a few side-eyes here, actually, for trying to continue vegetarian with these carb restrictions because everybody here eats chicken in everything. I haven’t eaten chicken in like 15 years. I’m not going to start now. How many carbs are you aiming for per day?
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Post by coconutbacon on Jan 20, 2018 10:24:29 GMT -6
shellyr, if you’re not into straight quinoa, try a quinoa pasta — that’s got way more protein than a traditional wheat pasta. Also the Banza pasta made from chickpeas is really good, low carb and has a good amount of protein.
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Post by coconutbacon on Jan 20, 2018 10:30:59 GMT -6
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 20, 2018 10:41:16 GMT -6
Sorry to hear about that shellyr. I was vegetarian for about 15 years and it was so annoying when people would criticize.
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 20, 2018 10:45:35 GMT -6
I'm feeling soooo much better now that my antibiotics kicked in, they actually worked. I was afraid I would take them for naught. And now I'm kicking myself for not speaking up earlier about how poorly my lungs felt. DS got put on antibiotics too and his cough is already better. Maybe we will be healthy when this baby comes!
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 20, 2018 10:47:05 GMT -6
I swam laps this morning. Waiting for MH to drop off P so we can do her art and swim classes. Then we’re going to head into Manhattan for the Women’s March, and headed to a friend’s party in the early evening. Busy Saturday! STUCK IN HERE: Have fun at the March! I wish I were going to one today....I'm reminiscing about being in DC last year for the big one...it was so awesome!
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Post by jedi on Jan 20, 2018 10:55:30 GMT -6
We are heading to ikea to look at bunk beds! Yikes! We won’t have room to get one today. But we can maybe pick one out and H can pick it up later.
E climbs out about 1/4 of the time. I’m working on getting him used to the sleep enhancing stoplight clock. He’s responded by turning it off when he’s not sleeping in the crib 😂
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 20, 2018 10:59:50 GMT -6
We are heading to ikea to look at bunk beds! Yikes! We won’t have room to get one today. But we can maybe pick one out and H can pick it up later. E climbs out about 1/4 of the time. I’m working on getting him used to the sleep enhancing stoplight clock. He’s responded by turning it off when he’s not sleeping in the crib STUCK IN HERE AGAIN DAMMIT: We gave up on the crib last July when E kept climbing out (I'm sure I mentioned it here then.....). He mostly was in our bed from July-Sept and then we got him his big boy bed. It took him a couple of months to adjust but now :knocksonwood: he is doing so well in there! I hope you guys have a smooth transition. Have you told I about getting bunk beds? Is he excited?
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Post by armpants on Jan 20, 2018 12:08:34 GMT -6
We've also had a great transition to a big bed. I love it and so does M. Plus now he gives me a huge hug astound the neck each night when I lean over and give him a kiss. So sweet.
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Post by armpants on Jan 20, 2018 12:09:21 GMT -6
shellyr I eat a lot of quinoa pasta, it's one of my favorite gluten free pasta options.
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Post by armpants on Jan 20, 2018 12:13:19 GMT -6
We went to the aquarium this morning and then had lunch at one of our favorite restaurants.
PDQ poof
Plus we're going out to eat with a Christmas gift card. Nice day of family adventures.
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 20, 2018 12:20:27 GMT -6
armpants, how are you feeling? I want to go to that restaurant! AREPAS!!!!!
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Post by armpants on Jan 20, 2018 12:25:19 GMT -6
easternshoregirl good, but tired. I've had to start trashing Unisom because insomnia is killing me. Come to Atlanta and I will take you there. It's such an amazing place. Apreas, empanadas, and more! All made fresh to order. I'm actually about to finish my second empanada, it's got black beans, sweet plantains, and cheese with a cheese and cilantro dipping sauces.
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Post by fierymama on Jan 20, 2018 12:58:54 GMT -6
Happy weekend Mamas! It was a pretty uneventful week. K is doing great in the toddler bed. Last night she even crawled in bed by herself after reading a book with H. PDQ
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Post by fierymama on Jan 20, 2018 13:01:52 GMT -6
Picked the kids up yesterday and realized C left his stuffed animal either at school or on the bus. I emailed his teacher and while waiting for a response posted on a FB page to see if anyone knew the bus driver. Thankfully a friend from high school drives for the district, knew the driver and was able to confirm it was on the bus. She drove to where the bus was parked after she was done with a trip she was driving for and got him for us. 830 at night and we got his bear back. PDQ
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Post by fierymama on Jan 20, 2018 13:03:38 GMT -6
We finally got the 3M film on our picture window today. Finally, some natural light is back in the house! Also, my car is 9 years old today!! It is the first car I have owned outright and the longest I have had a car.
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Post by fierymama on Jan 20, 2018 13:05:11 GMT -6
Oh, and my H (and my neighbors H) bought tickets for her and I to see Ed Sheeran in September! Both of our birthdays are in February. So excited!!
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Post by shellyr on Jan 20, 2018 13:36:49 GMT -6
jedi, I’m supposed to pick a certain number of ‘carb choices’ for each meal. 1 is 15g. Breakfast is the lowest carb. I try not go over 15g.
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Post by Pizzaslut on Jan 20, 2018 13:45:14 GMT -6
I need to clean out the spare room so H can put J's new furniture together but I really just want to take a nap.
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Post by fierymama on Jan 20, 2018 13:48:07 GMT -6
I need to clean out the spare room so H can put J's new furniture together but I really just want to take a nap. I vote nap.
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Post by jedi on Jan 20, 2018 15:29:44 GMT -6
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Post by fierymama on Jan 20, 2018 15:34:03 GMT -6
jedi - I read where they created other promotions with other possible matches that would be shared this coming Monday and this was "accidentally" sent out early. 🤔🤔 I am hoping the NFL isn't rigging the games.
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Post by skinandbones on Jan 20, 2018 18:34:14 GMT -6
Some guy at the bar just said i look like Elvis’s daughter. I think that’s a compliment???
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Post by jedi on Jan 20, 2018 18:42:57 GMT -6
jedi - I read where they created other promotions with other possible matches that would be shared this coming Monday and this was "accidentally" sent out early. 🤔🤔 I am hoping the NFL isn't rigging the games. Same. I think it’ll be a great game tomorrow!
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Post by jedi on Jan 20, 2018 18:43:42 GMT -6
FYI ikea bunk beds are ugly.
We’ve been looking online. Hopefully we can find something.
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Post by jedi on Jan 20, 2018 21:54:31 GMT -6
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Post by Peekaru on Jan 21, 2018 7:03:46 GMT -6
😍😍😍
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 21, 2018 10:42:03 GMT -6
I made the IP French dip sandwiches last night, they were a hit! Then I went out with some friends last night and managed to stay a couple of hours, so that was fun. Resting on the couch now after major contractions caused by running some errands. Just BH though, not the real deal (yet)! DH is outside with E and earlier his parents called to see if they could come over today. We get more "last minute"/unexpected visits from his parents (they live 1 1/2 hours away) than from my parents (they live less than 5 miles away), I think! But they always bring food, which is super nice. I am just not so.....spontaneous. Hoping for an easy week at work, first semester ends so we are giving exams and have a day to grade and also get ready for 2nd semester.
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