NoCarbvember…HERE WE COME!!! LOL!
So ready for a good 30 day challenge. October was off a bit for me, but ready or not…I am gearing up and planning now. The big thing here is Thanksgiving. We’re hosting this year for for at least 19. What used to be a stumbling block was prepping foods that I couldn’t eat. Now, since doing that while EF, I can handle it fine. (That is such a relief!) But, with at least 19 people here, and me being carnivore- not sure if there will be enough meat. Guess I’ll fix one turkey for me, and one for everyone else. 
@KellynP … Absolutely thrilled you tested negative, and visit the folks!!! That will be just the thing to cheer your Dad. Nothing like that Daddy-daughter time. Enjoy, and encourage. I’m jealous of the nice, warm weather you’ll have. It’s so flippin’ cold up here, and snowing!
@Fangs and @JulesyMcJulesface … Another clothes-shopping hater here. My whole family LOVES Kohls, except moi. They find great deals every.single.time. Once in a blue moon, I’ll find something on clearance that fits, or a pair of shoes (very rarely). Our Goodwill isn’t particularly well stocked. And the local consignment store’s hours of operation at pretty much in line with the current work schedule- so, I don’t get there often. Did find a few things about 3 years ago! LOL! The best place I’ve found is TJMAxx. Its almost 2 hours away, (but pretty much everything is up here), but well worth the trip. I’ve found work clothes there, dressy clothes, house furnishings, Christmas and birthday gifts…love that store. The prices are insanely low. I got a winter coat there last year for under $20. Shoes are hit and miss, though.
The main difficulty I have now is with finding tops and blouses. The “twins” are still pretty big, so finding a button down top (for work), that isn’t all poofy, but isn’t stretched across the bust is nearly impossible.Solution? I recently resorted to buying a reduction bra from Wacoal (online). Its squished things down a good inch or so, and allows for a better fitted top. And, the upper back feels better as it forces a better posture. So, maybe try something like that? It was the best work-around I could come up with, and those bras last FOREVER.
@FrankoBear… What a lovely pup!!! And, what a blessing you’re near water that’s warm enough to splash around and swim in! I feel for ya! Paperwork sucks. No way around it, though. I hate it so much, but running my own business for years now - found a reasonable solution: One day per month to fill out my ledger book and file invoices. One day/year - I dedicate to putting it together for taxes. Any more time spent on it sucks all the fun out of the job.Treat yourself to a nice juicy steak (or several steaks) afterwards.
@Alex_PN … The things I notice most when ZC are: Increase in energy level. Increase in mental clarity. Far less tired. The middle/mid-rif flattens out and its easier to breathe. Zero inflammation in the joints. Sleep is better. Skin is much smoother, and toned. And, I don’t get hungry as often. Yes, weight comes off too- but- all the other benefits are things that I actually can feel and see constantly- which makes ZC something both irresistible and addicting. I’ve said that about EF too, but on ZC, it’s amazing AND you can eat. For young people, the joint inflammation might not be so big a deal, but, over 50 - with 5 knee operations under my belt…that is a HUGE deal. =)
Other stuff…
Hubby was out of town for work the last 2 days, so he did an Aldi run for me. Got a PILE of the uncured turkey bacon that I love, and 4 pounds of butter, plus cheese, etc. They usually have butter for 1.99 a pound- which is a killer deal here. Saw it at the local store the other day for $4.99/lb. (sticker shock!)
Not sure what might have gone wrong at work yesterday while unloading the truck, but my back hurt so bad last night, I broke down and took a couple Advil. The truck was around 500 pieces, with only 2 of us working it. One person scans, the other moves all the merch off the conveyor and puts it on the right cart. I was not the one scanning. Most of the boxes (cardboard) weren’t particularly heavy. But some of the plastic totes were. Again, its like that every time- so I don’t get it. I’m used to loading and unloading square bales- like @Fangs … so this truck stuff is like child’s play…normally. But, its still pretty sore this morning, so, planking might be the next remedy to try. Gotta work 1-10 tonight, so, it needs to get fixed quick! Its so unusual for me to deal with this…so I’m a little out of sorts. Hoping it sorts itself out.
Well…off to run a couple errands and get ready for work. Hugs and happiness to you all!!!