The Magic Bus Trip

kateryna · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 1:08 am Post subject: Kateryna's Haven

This will be a nice haven for my thoughts. I intend to be happy here, rant and rave, have tantrums, share hopes, disappointments, joys, and other general insanity.

Feel free to drop in anytime.

Thursday, August 10th -

Boss came back from long trip to South Africa, Germany and Czechoslovakia. She was gone for 6 weeks so very busy at work catching up. I love my Boss but my co-workers suck big-time. I can't stand them. Hey, I'm 56 years old and this has never happened to me and I don't know how to handle it so I'm extremely polite to everyone but cool. I usually get along with everyone. However, found out during my yearly evaluation (I' started in February 2005) that there were problems at work before I started there, so I felt relieved. I thought it was something I did.

Keeping on track somewhat. Had a few cheat days in past 2 weeks and woke up this morning at 207 pounds.
B: 3 egg cheddar cheese omelet, 4 slices bacon
L: 1 can smoked herrings, 1 pickle, 1 small bowl chili and 1 peanut butter cookie (yes I know Oops

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S: chocolate shake with 2 raw egg yolks, 4 oz pure beef meatloaf with a bit of cheddar sprinkled on top
3 cups coffee with cream, 1 bottle diet coke, Lots of water

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"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Dean · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 1:35 am Post subject:

kateryna,

Glad you are starting a journal.

See ya around. Just hold on to your coffee when Suzanne is at the wheel! Devil

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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.
- Jimi Hendrix

Every day you'll see the dust
Never get off the Bus!

kateryna · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 1:57 am Post subject:

Bobi · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 2:02 am Post subject:

Well, Kateryna...I think everyone has already decided that...can you guess? LOL

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NEVER GET OFF THE BUS, EVER!!!

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kateryna · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 2:07 am Post subject:

Great, thanks Bobi. Nice of your to volunteer. Cheers Toast

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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Susanne · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 2:49 am Post subject:

((((((((((((( Kateryna )))))))))))))))))))))) Glad you are here! Ecstatic

It's going to take some getting used to to quit calling ya Hellistile!!!!

The race is back on!!
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Jessica · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 3:17 am Post subject:

Just stopping by to say hi and thank you for the warm welcome! Grin

Jessica

Suzanne · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 4:10 am Post subject:

Heather · Posted: Fri Aug 11, 2006 9:50 pm Post subject:

Welcome to the Journals!

kateryna · Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2006 2:27 am Post subject:

Heather · Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2006 3:34 am Post subject:

How was your weekend?

kateryna · Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:40 am Post subject:

Been to busy this week so not much posting. Felt sick today. Will post more this weekend.
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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Dean · Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 4:46 am Post subject:

kateryna,

Sorry to hear that.

Hope you are feeling better soon. Sunny

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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.
- Jimi Hendrix

Every day you'll see the dust
Never get off the Bus!

Suzanne · Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 6:29 am Post subject:

Yes, I hope you're feeling better soon. We miss you when you aren't here.
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Susanne · Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 2:47 pm Post subject:

Sticking to plan and not losing sucks. That's where I'm at. Roll Eyes

But, I'm keeping the faith, knowing that eventually, I WILL lose. Hope you are feeling better, lady! Grin

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Susanne · Posted: Fri Sep 01, 2006 10:38 pm Post subject:

Kateryna - how are you doing? haven't seen you post much lately...are you feeling any better?????????????

Come on, let's race!!! LOL

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kateryna · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 1:21 am Post subject:

Thanks for the thoughts Susanne but I've fallen badly this month and am dragging my ass around. Using this long weekend to de-tox. No cheat foods in the house (well there never are but work is a bitch for crap). Planning a trip to the Hutterite farm tomorrow with my neighbour to pick up fresh meat, eggs and dairy, so looking forward to that.

Last week bought a brand new car (cause my son was driving my old clunker which finally died and he went and bought himself HIS OWN CAR which left me free to buy a new one without worrying about him grabbing it) (yeah I know I'm a soft touch, but he's my only child and he does work and he's usually pretty good). Anyway long story, but I now have MINE OWN CAR Ecstatic

Here is a link to it: Silver Hatchback exactly as shown in picture. It's the most beautiful car in the world.

http://www.hyundaicanada.com/HYUN...p;DocumentID=72&LanguageID=en

and yes I feel like a kid with a new toy. This car gives me the Volkswagen feel without the VW price tag, LOL

Susanne, thanks for asking. You are doing very well and I'm very happy for you.
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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Susanne · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 1:23 am Post subject:

What an absolutely cool new car!!!!!!!

Are you going to sleep in it tonight? LOL

That's what I wanted to do both times I bought a brand-new car. Like it was a baby or something!!!

Glad to hear from you!!!!!!!! Happy

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Alisa · Joined: 06 Aug 2006 Posts: 244 Gender: Female

Wow, nice car! Glad to see you're back around, you were missed! Yup

Dean · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 3:20 am Post subject:

kateryna!

Nice set of wheels! Wondered where you had been. This explains everything. LOL

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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.
- Jimi Hendrix

Every day you'll see the dust
Never get off the Bus!

Suzanne · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 3:27 am Post subject:

Cool car! Now...back on plan. Wink

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CarolAnn · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 7:13 am Post subject:

Nice ride, Kateryna! I'd love to get a new car, but I just got my 'old faithful' paid off a few months ago. I am recently divorced and trying to start over. Confused

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kateryna · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 2:47 pm Post subject:

CarolAnn, yes there is that about a new car, it comes with a price LOL

for those of us who don't have money just waiting for a place to be spent. If I had waited until I was debt free and able to pay for it outright, I'd never have a car period, old or new. Enjoy your newfound car-payment-less freedom.
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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Heather · Posted: Sat Sep 02, 2006 6:30 pm Post subject:

What a cute car and congrats on getting it.

I am struggling with diet right now as well, I should follow your lead and challenge myself to be clean all weekend. All day Saturday, Sunday and Monday, how hard could it be? LOL

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kateryna · Posted: Sun Sep 03, 2006 1:03 am Post subject:

Heather thanks for your encouragement. So far so good. Haven't cheated yet, well except for 3 slices of tomato with my bacon and eggs. Cooking beef and cabbage soup in the crook pot. I use this for lunches. The Hutterites had bags of beet greens and I can't resist those so they go into the soup.

My neighbour Elsie bought 4 chickens and 2 ducks. We forgot about the cases of bacon so we go again next weekend. LOL

Great excuse to go for a ride and gab. Since we just met, we kind of talked about our lives, our ex-husbands, our kids and grandkids, our dreams and disappointments. She was married for 33 years and her husband left her. She said that if her grandson didn't live with her, the pain would have steered her into the gutter but she now has a purpose for her life and she's getting back on track. She is aboriginal and an elder. Elders are not supposed to live and eat alone.

Here's a toast to my new friendship. Wine

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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Heather · Posted: Mon Sep 04, 2006 4:47 pm Post subject:

I posted in my journal but I will also post here:

Where do you get the eggs from? I am going to be in the city on Friday.

And I have been good all weekend. I think having a small goal helps me stay focused without getting overwhelmed and giving up.

Have a great day, it's going to be hot! Sunny

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Heather

Jessica · Posted: Tue Sep 05, 2006 2:34 am Post subject:

Just stopping by to say hi and hope you're doing well!

Hugs, Jessica

kateryna · Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 6:30 pm Post subject:

Heather, the eggs I buy from a small little family run shop on 108 Ave and 97 St on the corner. You have to get there early between 9 and 10 am otherwise they sell out. Sometimes they don't have any at all or just the small ones. I like those too cause they have large yolks even though they are small. Hope that helps and I haven't been paying attention cause I'm so busy at work, working overtime and getting home at 8 and being tired.
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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

kateryna · Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 6:32 pm Post subject:

Jessica · Posted: Wed Sep 06, 2006 9:18 pm Post subject:

Ah... school... take care of yourself! Grin

kateryna · Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2006 2:20 am Post subject:

Ok I wanted to use that cause that's how I feel. Stressed out, exhausted and miserable. August and early September suck the life out of me. I'm too old for this. I just want to retire somewhere quiet with an internet connection in my room or meet a 95 year old millionaire bachelor with no living relatives.

I have sooooo blown it. I'm up to 212 pounds. All this stress and long hours and snacking at work are DRIVING ME NUTS. I am completely out of control. Hammer

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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Suzanne · Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2006 4:55 am Post subject:

Hang in there! Big Hug

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Heather · Posted: Fri Sep 08, 2006 11:06 pm Post subject:

Keep aiming in the right direction, eventually you'll hit it.
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Dean · Posted: Tue Sep 12, 2006 5:04 pm Post subject:

kateryna,

Sorry to hear you are going through this right now.

Things will get better. Just think about that.

And, don't be a stranger. We're here for you! Heart

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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.
- Jimi Hendrix

Every day you'll see the dust
Never get off the Bus!

Susanne · Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2006 2:56 am Post subject:

(((((((((((( Kateryna )))))))))))))))))

Ok, so you're up a little. Let's get after it again together and pretty soon you'll be down a little. Are you able to exercise at all? That is one of the most important things right now when it comes to managing my stress - if I can get in some walking or a little aerobics almost every day, nothing much gets on my nerves (except Hell Week, of course).

Come post and talk to us every day - we'll help you get back on track. Plan your meals, get a bottle of L-Glutamine for cravings, and let's hit it!!!

There

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Jessica · Posted: Wed Sep 13, 2006 10:50 pm Post subject:

Karen · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 6:35 am Post subject:

Katyrena,

i hope you are doing ok..i noticed you havent posted in your journal lately since the swinging hammer! Whether your eating is good or bad..post here..we are here for you!! Sunny

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back to LCing for the zillionth time..maybe this time is a charm???

kateryna · Posted: Mon Oct 02, 2006 6:47 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the words of support kids. Jessica and Susanne: your new avatars are absolutely fabulous.

Between illnesses, finding out my rent is going up by 100 dollars per month, being stressed over it, working 9-12 hour days, being stressed over it, and being busier than hell, I achieved an almost unheard of state: ALMOST CAUGHT UP Happy

with everything but my house work Sad

But you know what? Every morning, after swearing at the alarm clock, I am actually pleased to be alive. I'm awake, breathing and alive Sunny

That's all that really matters.
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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Alisa · Joined: 06 Aug 2006 Posts: 244 Gender: Female

Sorry you've been having a rough time, but your attitude is certainly in the right place. Almost caught up... I'd love to get there one day!

I work for a School system as well, and this is our start week. Ugh. Such craziness.

I'm so glad you're back! Big Hug

Suzanne · Posted: Mon Oct 02, 2006 10:50 pm Post subject:

Yaay! Your back! We missed you! Here. Sit right down nad put your feet up. I'm attempting to cook Deans rib recipe. Shock

If they're edible I'll pass some your way. If not, my critters will be happy. LOL

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kateryna · Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2006 12:28 am Post subject:

Thanks Susanne but I think I'll use the ribs in sour cabbage soup. Made paprika cabbage and pork chop soup this weekend and it was to die for. I have enough for 3 days. I'm going strict home-cooked now. Got buffalo steaks free from a co-worker today and will make stew this weekend. I've just been throwing in whatever (tomatos, garlic, onions, mushrooms, red peppers) along with the meat into the pot and letting it slow cook. Last week I made beef and pork hamburger soup. Froze some of it. I stopped fighting my urge to eat soups and stews (after following an all meat diet), and started eating my "comfort" foods which have always been soups and stews, only minus the pasta and starchy veggies with lots of any kind of meat.

Got over the induction flu this weekend and am back down to 205 pounds.
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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Dean · Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2006 3:01 am Post subject:

So glad you're back, kateryna! Happy

Look forward to reading your interesting posts again! Sunny

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When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.
- Jimi Hendrix

Every day you'll see the dust
Never get off the Bus!

Susanne · Posted: Tue Oct 03, 2006 3:31 am Post subject:

Glad you are back - I've missed your humor! Cool

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kateryna · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 1:20 am Post subject:

Susanne · Posted: Wed Oct 04, 2006 3:01 am Post subject:

Come join me at 194...the view is FABULOUS. Wink

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kateryna · Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2006 1:54 am Post subject:

Today was great. Big slab of cinnamon buns tempting me for 2 days in the office. Sugary snacks at the meeting this afternoon. Willpower held out. Ecstatic

Food today:
can of kippered herring, homemade hamburger soup, 5 strawberries with 2 tablespoons of natural yogurt, 4 slices bacon, 2 eggs, 3 coffees with cream, 1 ounce aged cheese.

Feeling great and repeating to myself over and over again that this is how it feels to not eat carbs. GGGRRRREEEAAAATTTTTTT!!!!! Ecstatic

Susanne, here I come, at a slower pace, but I'm definitely on my way. LOL

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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

Susanne · Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2006 3:07 am Post subject:

Yeah for holding out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It can be done!

Congrats

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Alisa · Joined: 06 Aug 2006 Posts: 244 Gender: Female

kateryna · Posted: Fri Oct 06, 2006 5:51 pm Post subject:

I do not use recipes but this is what I do for the hamburger soup:

Use ground beef and/or pork (fry first and don't drain the fat Grin

) (set aside) Use lots of meat
What I always add: onions, minced garlic, tomatoes, mushrooms, red peppers, tons of paprika, black pepper and salt
What I sometimes add if I have any in stock: mushroom broth, cabbage, zuchinni
Throw everything in crock pot, add water (or broth) and cook for a few hours.

That's it.

Also, I use other meats, for example pork goes well with more cabbage, hence my pork chop and cabbage soup Grin

.

If using chicken, I skip the cabbage, make sure I use mushroom broth and add sour cream and cream before serving. Paprika can be replaced with curry powder as well.

I use tons of paprika because it's my favorite seasoning. It's more instinctive, whatever I have lying around, and whatever grabs my fancy at the time cooking.

I never tire of the stuff only because soups and stews are comfort foods to me. Must be living here up north that creates a need for hot foods.

Besides, these are so simple to make, delicious and last almost all week, can be frozen and taken to work for lunch.

More than you bargained for Alisa, lol. And it's Thanksgiving weekend here. I'm planning to have a great one Happy

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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna

kateryna · Posted: Sun Oct 08, 2006 5:23 am Post subject:

I now have a website of sorts. Please drop in and visit.

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Carnivore (Jun 12/09) 227/196.2/137 Max. wt: 247 (Jul-08)
"I don't want to live a little, I want to live a LOT, and I want to live WELL! Kateryna