Another Monday is in the books. Tuesday what shall you bring to us all. Tacos sound so good today, but I might just stick to the turkey I have since I cooked a turkey breast on Sunday and it gives us a few days' worth of leftovers.

Nothing much going on today which is nice for a change work has been quiet with the outages done for the year. Only other thing that has to be planned is a Christmas luncheon.

I've been putting a collagen protein in my morning coffee for three weeks and it's rather amazing how soft and smooth my skin feels. My skin was looking old and feeling dry.

QOTD: Alcohol I know this is a sensitive subject with some, but how has your alcohol consumption changed since having WLS? While I would have an occasional drink pre-WLS (never drank beer and still don't) I was never really a big drinker. After I had the band done in 2003, I still didn't really drink much, but I found after I had my revision in 2015 to RNY I definitely drink more while it is mainly wine it is still alcohol. It is something I have been working on each month. I have improved greatly, but I know deep down drinking even a couple of glasses a week sets me back on my weight loss. Stress is a big trigger for me and daily meditation has been helpful.

B: 2 scrambled eggs with cheese and coffee

L: Turkey and gravy (unless I give in and get tacos)

D: salad with tuna

Have a wonderful day everyone!!!

My mom with the horse she almost adopted.

I like the pic of you and your mom and of course the puppers!

I agree. I was completely alone and needed the companionship and Gizmo needed a mother. I have had a cat since 10 years old and really love having one around.

Great decision Mary. Enjoy your retirement as you should.

Sometimes animals fall into our lives for different reasons. Gizmo fell into yours because deep down you needed that companionship, and he needed a loving home. It was a win win for the both of you.

My mother on the other hand has enough animals with two cats, two dogs, two pea****s, 3 sheep, 1 horse, 1 donkey and lord knows how many chickens. The horse was beautiful, but she does not need anymore to take care of. She'll never retire.