Good morning Lounge

[MissHoneychurch]

How are you today?

So it is Monday again. x(
It is so damp here today that I almost feel like I am in the South :)

Saturday I worked again. It was a busy day. I started at 9am and worked till 5pm. From noon on I had not a minute to breathe. It was a constant line of customer. But being busy makes the day pass by faster.

Then in the evening two friends came over. We had planned to go dancing but decided to stay at my place and watch the movie "Sex and the City" and had champagne and strawberries. A fun ladies night. :)

Yesterday I slept a lot and sat on the balcony in the sun and read. It was a relaxing day.

Picture of the Day

[Tobin S.]

1. Mornin' Miss H

I just got out of bed from taking a nap and saw your thread. That is a great picture. It reminds me of a place I know about in Virginia- a long road going up through the mountains. The view is beautiful, but I get scared a little because there is only a flimsy guardrail between me and a very long drop off the side of a mountain. My truck would go right through that guardrail like a knife through butter.

I had a good weekend. Just took it easy for the most part, but I did talk to a woman who lives close to me. We had a very good conversation and I've got a good feeling about her. :)

I weighed in at 211 on Friday. I had to buy some new clothes. I'm down to a 36 inch waist. That's down from 48. So a foot off of my waist. I don't know what all that means in centimeters, but I'm probably about an average size man now. Maybe a little plump. I haven't been this size since I was 19 years old. So I am happy about all of that.

It's good that you made time for leisure last weekend despite having to work. We all need to relax and have fun as often as we can. :D

[elleng]

3. Tobin, that's SO MUCH GOOD NEWS!!!

Sounds like you're well on the way to becoming a new and much better you!!!

:hi:

[Tobin S.]

4. Thanks ellen

I feel much better now days. It seems like when I am happy, other aspects of my life get better. Despite the medication I'm taking for my head, I still didn't feel very good about myself. My symptoms were gone, but I still was not happy.

I think finding a mate would make me happier still. I hope anyway. :)

[jeff30997]

12. Hi elleng.

You're a living proof of one of my theories: MissHoneyChurch is a magnet for the

greatest peoples around here. Take care. :hi:

[elleng]

17. Thanks, jeff!

:hi:

[MissHoneychurch]

5. Good morning Tobin

:hi: :hug:

Glad that you came through those tours without any accidents :hug:

Congrats on the weightloss. I know I need to lose weight too (about 40lbs) but I don't find the drive to do it. I am a lazy bum, I admit it. Where did you take your energy for it? And your commitment?

Good luck with the lady!!!

[Tobin S.]

9. I just felt bad, Miss H

And I got tired of it. I still need to lose about 30 pounds, but I was about 110 pounds overweight, so I've come a long way.

I felt bad. I didn't like the way I looked. I didn't have any self-confidence. Women weren't interested in me. Also, I've paid out some money to do what I've done. A total of about $1300. That will motivate one to make a weight loss program work. :) I am a lifetime member at the clinic now, though. The classes they have there help keep me on track. Just going and being around people who are in the same boat helps, too. I also carry a picture of myself from when I weighed 290. I show it to people who need a boost when it comes to dropping some weight. That helps me as well.

[MissHoneychurch]

11. You are a great role model Tobin

you really are :hug:

[Tobin S.]

14. Thanks!

If you knew me 7 years ago you would probably think differently :D. I was one crazy hell raiser back then. I've always known what the right thing to do was, but actually doing it was a different story. I've had several people here tell me that they look up to me when I tell them a little story about where I've been, what I used to be like, and what I've accomplished. I look up to people, too, but my real strength comes from believing in myself. Since I left the comfort of my parents' protection, no one has helped me accomplish anything. I've done it myself.

I bet that you have accomplished a great deal in your life. I don't really know you all that personally, but I do know a few things. You probably have a college degree; maybe even a post-graduate degree. You've got a job that you like and you are a reliable employee. You have a beautiful home. You know how to speak at least two languages. You are a kind person. And that's just what I can gather from what you have posted here. I'm sure I would find a lot more great things about you if I were to get to know you personally.

[MissHoneychurch]

19. You got it pretty good

regarding me. I studied library science and have a bachelor degree. Not sure if that is a post-graduate degree though, I doubt it.

I believe my two biggest accomplishments are that I went away from my family for one year to be a nanny in the U.S. at the age of 19. People told me that was brave - I don't see it that myself. It was one of the best decisions ever since my self esteem during that year got quite a boost.
The second accomplishment is that I bought this condo. It is a very adult decision. And I am proud I made it.

[Tobin S.]

20. That was very brave

If I would have went to Germany when I was 19 to spend a year there I would have been totally lost. I'm afraid I probably would have been an ugly American, too. :D

[MissHoneychurch]

23. In the beginning

I pretty much stayed home and didn't meet other people. But then my guest-mom kicked me in the ass and told me to go to a meet-up with other nannies and people who came from Germany/Austria/Switzerland. And Americans who spoke German. That was the beginning of my self esteem. I am very grateful to my guest-mom that she made me go there.

[jeff30997]

15. Hello Tobin S.

I am truly happy for you and wish I could find the courage to do the same.

When do you start your Spanish lessons ? ¿Hablas un poco Español? (That's one of the few phrases I

still remember after all these years).

I hope you the best my friend.You deserve it :)

[Tobin S.]

16. Mornin' Jeff. Thanks.

I speak a little spanish from what I can remember from my junior high days, but a remember very little. I'm going to have to invest in a spanish keyboard. Do they make such a thing? I'm sure they must. I start classes on Wednesday. I've got my books and I'm ready to roll.

I hope you are doing okay today. What do you do for a living? Have you found that your bilingual skills have helped you on the job?

[jeff30997]

21. Unfortunately I haven't worked in the last 4 years for health reasons but

yes being bilingual have helped me a lot because of tourism.I was always

the guy who was needed when clients didn't speak French and also when I was in the

multimedia business.:)

[Inchworm]

2. I love you

:*

It's been a fun phone night.

:hug:

[MissHoneychurch]

6. I love you too

:*

Who did you talk on the phone with? Not me :cry:

:hug: :loveya:

[Richard Steele]

7. Good Morning, MissHoneychurch.

My Saturday was a piece of PURGATORY;
I was busy every moment and accomplished NOTHING.

I'm hoping this week goes better.

Time will tell, I reckon.

:hi:

[MissHoneychurch]

8. Good morning Richard

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

Is there anything new regarding the lady who fancies you?

[jeff30997]

10. Bonjour MademoiselleHoneychurch !

I hope that you had a lot of fun Saturday night.:hug:

What a great picture ! When seeing something so beautiful

I wonder why there are European tourists that come to visit

my hometown.It's not bad but the scenery doesn't compares

to this.Where did you take that picture ?

[MissHoneychurch]

13. Good morning jeff

:hi: :hug: :loveya:

I had a lot of fun Saturday evening. Spending time with my friends does that. No matter what we do :)

I took the picture near Stuttgart at the Castle Teck. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teck

The U.S. and Canada have gorgeous landscapes. One day I wanna see the plains and the Pacific ocean.

[jeff30997]

18. Oh, I was just talking about my hometown,there are wonderful

places to visit elsewhere in the province of Quebec and the rest of the country.

The week end was long without you and I stayed up late just to feel the positive vibes
that you're emitting.:hug: :loveya:

[MissHoneychurch]

22. Sometimes

living in a town and seeing the buildings day by day make you not cherish the beauty that much anymore :shrug:

Thank you :hug:

[jeff30997]

24. Oh,I can recognize beauty when I see it and...

you my dear are a fine example.Err...What was the question again ? :)

[MissHoneychurch]

27. ....

:loveya:

[jeff30997]

32. Here's looking at you, kid.

Good night Ilsa Lund. :hug::loveya:

[Callalily]

25. Good morning MissH!

Great picture!

Sounds like you were busy at your Saturday job. Do you work every Saturday or do your hours fluctuate during the week.

I made some fabulous pasta on Friday night. Just used stuff that was around the kitchen, but it did turn out good.

Rowed on Saturday and went to a party yesterday, and of course took care of those pesky domestic chores, so I guess I had a full weekend.

And Monday is here already. *sigh*

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

[MissHoneychurch]

28. Good morning Callalily

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

Thank you :)

I hope not to work every Saturday. When I applied I wrote in my letter that I want to work in the evenings. I was supposed to work Monday and Friday this week. But the hours they put me on Friday were conflicting with my working hours at my main job. So I work coming Saturday again. I hope it will change in the coming weeks. They now know at what time I can start working during the week.

OMG!!! That sounds very yummy. I had me rice with turkey meat and peas yesterday.

[Callalily]

40. A few hours in the evening

is far better than working weekends. When I had my part-time job, I worked both, but everyone took turns on the weekends, which was fair. Hope they get your schedule straightened out soon.

Ohhhh . . . rice and turkey sounds good too. There was so much food at the party yesterday, we were all sent home with care packages, so I don't think I'll have to cook for the next several days. It's nice coming home from work and just have to heat something up. I reserve any "heavy duty" cooking for the weekends which I can enjoy the process.

[MissHoneychurch]

47. I agree

and I want to work in the evenings. As said, they now know my exact schedule from my main job and I think next week I will work in the evenings also.

Oh .... I love care packages. I always get some after visiting my mom. :9
I will have the leftovers from yesterday today.

[Callalily]

50. Ohhh . . . care packages

from your mom must be fantastic.

Gotta head out for work now, so wishing you a great day.

:hug:

[old mark]

26. Good Morning! Hope you have a wonderful week.

Starting to get very humid here, too, but it was beautiful Sunday.
We all went out for a long walk along a creek among large old trees.
My wife and the dog are both still asleep - wor them out.

:headbang:

mark

[MissHoneychurch]

29. Good morning mark

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

It started raining here now. And it still is very humid. Guess that won't change anymore today.

That sounds like a wonderful hike. Did you take pictures?

[old mark]

48. Maybe next time...it was pretty spontaneous....nt

[SalmonChantedEvening]

30. Good Morning MissHoneychurch!

:hi: :hug: :loveya: :pals:

Sleepy weekend here, just not Restful. Still tired. I think I'll come home tonight and crash.

Today will be busy, I'll be working the phones all day. Help! :rofl:

[MissHoneychurch]

31. Good morning SCE

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

Give me the phone number and I give you a friendly call :D

[SalmonChantedEvening]

33. I'm worried more for the customers than for me.

:D

I just need to get my brain working. Hubboy.

1-800-ihatecars :rofl:

[MissHoneychurch]

34. Uh-oh

:scared:

Just don't hit the phones. It isn't their fault :)


:loveya:

[SalmonChantedEvening]

35. I promise I won't. :)

There's that clock again. *sigh*

Have a good afternoon. :hug: :loveya: :)

[MissHoneychurch]

36. Have a good day SCE

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

[blueraven95]

37. Good Afternoon, MissH!

What a pretty picture!


I haven't seen the Sex in the City movie yet. Was it any good?

[MissHoneychurch]

38. Good morning blueraven

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

Thank you :)
Did you get more entries over the weekend for the calendar?

I like the movie. It is a lot about friendship and forgiving.

[blueraven95]

39. I got a few

but I haven't checked today yet.


That sounds like a good movie. I never watched the tv show, so I had skipped the movie, but I may check it out.


I read The Kite Runner over the weekend - it was really good. Beautiful and sad.

[MissHoneychurch]

42. You got enough now?

to fill up the calendar?

I watched the show. Maybe not all episodes but enough to know what went on. Of course the movie bases on the show but I think one can watch it and still enjoy it even though not knowing the show.

Ohhh .... goodie. It is a great read. True. Beautiful and sad. And now we have this situation in the Iran when people start to fight for their rights. I think the Ayatollahs are scared right now. I follow it closely. I hope the protesters continue.

You have to ready "Thousand splendid suns" now :)

[blueraven95]

46. okay I will

putting it on my list :-)

It was devastating to read how Afghanistan was compared to how it is now. It was a very smart book, in it's commentary. For some reason, it seems that humans are good at instituting a culture of fear to suppress each other.


I probably have enough to fill the calendar, but a lot of the regulars haven't submitted yet. So, we will see.

[MissHoneychurch]

56. Compared to Afghanistan

the people in the GDR and Russia and all those other Easter European countries were lucky during their dictatorships (except Romania). I can't imagine living in a country where some crazies forbid everything that makes the live fun like singing and dancing. And where women are nothing except breeding bodies and cooks in the eyes of those crazies.

[blueraven95]

63. I know.

I was trying not to, but as I was reading, I couldn't help thinking "thank god I don't live there."

[MissHoneychurch]

69. We are blessed

with all our small problems we are blessed

[blueraven95]

81. and it's really easy to forget it

sometimes we need the reminder.

[cwydro]

41. Good morning!

Where was that beautiful picture taken?

Champagne and strawberries sounds like a good evening.:9

My green critters had some left over canteloupe yesterday and LOVED it. Hope that doesn't give them ideas about the ones on the vine.

In other news, I appear to have broken a bone in my hand. I managed to do that while gardening, which took some talent. I have always been accident-prone, but this is ridiculous.

Happy Monday! My Friday!:hi:

[MissHoneychurch]

45. Good morning cwydro

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

It was a good evening :) Lotta love in the house.

I took the picture near Stuttgart at the Castle Teck.

Oh my :hug: I hope it heals fast.

And tell your critters to behave :)

[cwydro]

51. I haven't gone to the doctor yet.

But I usually heal fast.

Hmmm, have to add Stuttgart to my list...

[MissHoneychurch]

53. But I hope you will go

and get it checked out. :hug:

Only if you Frankfurt too :)

[cwydro]

55. Yes, of course!

I would have to come and visit you in Frankfurt!

Will you treat me to champagne and strawberries?

What sights are there to see in Frankfurt?

[MissHoneychurch]

58. Well of course

if strawberries are in season :)

What does Frankfurt has to offer .... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankfurt_am_Main

[cwydro]

64. Darn, I can't access wiki at work.

I'm gonna see if I can find another site to check it out.

[MissHoneychurch]

70. Try this side

http://www.frankfurt.de/sixcms/detail.php?id=stadtfrankfurt_eval01.c.124836.en

and you could read the wiki page tonight at home :)

[cwydro]

80. Hey thanks!

What is an "Ebbelwei pub"? (Of course, pubs would catch my eye!:P)

I forgot that Goethe was born there. I love old churches and cathedrals. I love any historical places and even like to shlepp around old cemeteries.

If you ever come to Key West, you have to visit the Key West cemetery, where just about all the graves are above ground. One is even up on stilts, because the occupant had a fear of drowning!

Another says, "I told you I was sick". She was supposedly a well-known hypochondriac.

There is another rumored to be in there that says, "Now at least I know where he's sleeping at night", but I think that is only legend, because I have never found it.

I will read the Wiki page tonight for sure.

[MissHoneychurch]

82. Ebbelwei

is a speciality here in Frankfurt. Ebbelwei is Applewine. I am not a big fan of it though.

I LOVE old cemetaries as well. And those inscriptions are hilarious. I even went to the Bonaventure Cemetary in Savannah and took a bunch of b/w pictures.
Also when I was in Paris in October last year I went to the cemetaries there. It is so interesting. Compared to back then our gravestones are boring

[cwydro]

83. I like cider; is it like cider?

Very fond of German beer, though. And wine.

Did you go to the one in Paris with Jim Morrison? Is that the same one with Gertude Stein?

[MissHoneychurch]

84. I think it is

So you would like it. There is even an "Ebbelwei Express" an old streetcar that drives through Frankfurt and you can drink the applewine on board :)

We (I went with Eurobabe aka 48percenter) went to both cemetaries. Pere Lachaise (where Jim Morrison is buried) and to Montparnasse. If you want I can send you a link to my photobucket account so you can look at the pictures.

[cwydro]

85. Yes, send the link.

Not as good as being there, but that would be a fun virtual experience.

The streetcar sounds like fun. Is the applewine warm or cold?

[MissHoneychurch]

86. Applewine is cold

:D

Check your pm in a second

[Brewman_Jax]

43. G'day, MissH!

:hi: :hug:

A busy weekend and a day off, sounds like fun! :D

That is a beautiful landscape photo.

[MissHoneychurch]

52. Good morning Brewman

:hi: :loveya: :hug:

It was a good weekend, I can't really complain :)

How was the soccer game?

[Brewman_Jax]

54. Didn't go

missed the match, had too much other stuff to do. That and a text from my team manager saying he wasn't going. The women pros play this weekend, and I'll be there. They're still undefeated!

[MissHoneychurch]

59. WOW

you are missing a soccer game. Totally unheard of :)

How are your parents doing?

[Brewman_Jax]

57. Didn't go

missed the match, had too much other stuff to do. That and a text from my team manager saying he wasn't going. The women pros play this weekend, and I'll be there. They're still undefeated!

[Captain Hilts]

44. Good morning, Miss Honeychurch. What a great photograph. nt

[MissHoneychurch]

49. Good morning

:hi:

Thank you!!

How are you doing?

[Captain Hilts]

89. Better but not 'there' yet. I'm going to see if my prescription for antibiotic can be extended. nt

[Blue_Tires]

60. after "Sex in the City" you DID watch the remainder of 24 Heures du Mans...

right?

[MissHoneychurch]

61. Good morning Blue_Tires

Uhhhh .... it was on??? Darn, I missed it!!! How could I miss that???? Oh my ..... :P

[Blue_Tires]

65. well, all you need to know is

Peugeot finally cracked Audi's overall winning streak...

and the factory Corvette won the GT1 class...again!:patriot:

[MissHoneychurch]

72. Thank you

for giving me all the informations :)

But why should I be happy that a French company won and not the German one? :P

[Blue_Tires]

75. well, to be honest, Audi dominating it for an entire decade kinda got old...

besides; this is supposed to be the year of "change" B-)

[MissHoneychurch]

76. At least something

we are good at ... see Michael Schumacher :P

[Blue_Tires]

79. of course...

and there are plenty of things other than motorsport that you are good at...

[Tuesday Afternoon]

62. Hello MissHc

nice photo.

[MissHoneychurch]

66. Good morning Tuesday

:hi: :hug: :loveya:

Thank you.

How are you doing?

[Tuesday Afternoon]

67. I had a wonderful weekend

Friends from out of town.

:loveya: :hug: :hi:

[MissHoneychurch]

71. That is great

Good friends are just worth so much

:loveya:

[Tuesday Afternoon]

78. you know it

:loveya:

[NJmaverick]

68. Good morning! What is that a picture of?

[MissHoneychurch]

73. Good morning NJmaverick

:hi: :hug:

That is a scenery near Stuttgart, looking into the landscape from the Castle Teck.

[NJmaverick]

74. It's very scenic and well shot

:hi:

[MissHoneychurch]

77. Thank you

:hi:

I admit, I love framings of my pictures. Framing with trees and other nature stuff :)

[NJmaverick]

91. I could see that, and thanks for sharing

[femmocrat]

87. Good Morning, MissHoneyChurch and fellow Loungers.

It's nice to see you all here today. :)

We are having gorgeous weather in PA. Sunny, low humidity, the kind of day you wish you could put into a box and take out in January.

Have a pleasant Monday, everyone. :hi:

[MissHoneychurch]

88. Good morning femmocrat

:hi: :hug:

That sounds like a perfect day to spend outside :) Will you do that for me please?

[femmocrat]

90. Absolutely! I still have some planting to do.

We are going away later in the week, and I want to get everything planted before then.

I'll be thinking of you as I plant my summer bulbs. :hug: