QBU's trip to fit - Page 2

qbu · 11-10-2006, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by kkat55

Hey Queenie!

Glad to see you here!!

(I always wondered what the QBU stood for...)

Hi, Kat...thanks...glad to be here.

Yep...that's what it stands for

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qbu · 11-10-2006, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SweetE

Okay, I downed my water and the kids have the tv, so I am back.
That is awesome about the girl eating for the first time! Just like that after 16 years! WOW! I'd say that was a tear jerker. You could write a book about your experiences some day. I'd read it!

Good for you that you got all of your water down

. DS is playing his PS2...he's only got a few more minutes then I think he's going to be going to bed. I'm getting tired.

Yep...after 16 years, who knows why it happened today, but it did. Had a bunch of us in tears. DH often jokes about writing a book about his experiences as a teacher. He's got a lot more of them...he's been teaching for 22 years! I only have 8 years in.

qbu · 11-10-2006, 07:53 PM

Well, time to call it a night. It's been an exhausting week and time to get some sleep.

kkat55 · 11-10-2006, 08:06 PM

Sweet Dreams!

wannabethintoo · 11-11-2006, 06:01 AM

Morning qbu. Your career must be very rewarding. When I was in school, I worked as a counselor at camps for the disabled. I loved it. Here's your housewarming gift.

qbu · 11-11-2006, 06:51 AM

Good morning, wanna. Thanks for the welcome.

I really love what I do. There are days that are just like any other day, go in and do your job without much happening---but then there are the other days that are WOW! Yesterday was definitely a WOW day!

I spent a lot of time looking around here last night. There's a lot of good stuff on here.

I went into the recipes section and realized that a co-worker who is also following Atkins uses this site, for recipes anyway. She gave me a few of the recipes I saw.

I couldn't get into some of the sections and not sure why. I was looking at the FAQ and went into the PM section, but said the administrator has disabled it. Also, the who's online. Not sure why.

Well, time to go get some breakfast. I'll be back later.

wannabethintoo · 11-11-2006, 06:54 AM

I think you have to have a certain number of posts before you get full access....so post away.

qbu · 11-11-2006, 07:32 AM

Thanks...I'm sure I'll be posting away. It's not even 24hrs yet and I already have 22 posts.

Just realized this AM that I've been making a recipe from here for breakfast every now and then. Better Than McGriddles is on the recipe board here. I kind of changed it a bit. Left out the splenda and this AM added a tsp of pumpkin and some pumpkin pie spice to it. Came out really good. Topped it with a little heavy cream whipped with some pumpkin pie spice and a little SF maple syrup....mmmmmm. And now I have breakfast for 2 more days. I freeze what's left over and take them out when I want.

Going to see what's going on around here.

sheshy · 11-11-2006, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by qbu

Yep...stands for Queen B(word that won't get through the filter) of the Universe.

Ohhh, I like that!

sheshy · 11-11-2006, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by qbu

Thanks...I'm sure I'll be posting away. It's not even 24hrs yet and I already have 22 posts.

Just realized this AM that I've been making a recipe from here for breakfast every now and then. Better Than McGriddles is on the recipe board here. I kind of changed it a bit. Left out the splenda and this AM added a tsp of pumpkin and some pumpkin pie spice to it. Came out really good. Topped it with a little heavy cream whipped with some pumpkin pie spice and a little SF maple syrup....mmmmmm. And now I have breakfast for 2 more days. I freeze what's left over and take them out when I want.

Going to see what's going on around here.

That's sounds really good...I'll have to hit the recipes!

kkat55 · 11-11-2006, 08:09 AM

Morning, Queen!!

qbu · 11-11-2006, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by sheshy

That's sounds really good...I'll have to hit the recipes!

There are a lot of good recipes on this site. There's one for a crustless pumpkin pie that's incredible. Made that last year at Thanksgiving. That went faster than the regular pumpkin pie.

qbu · 11-11-2006, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by kkat55

Morning, Queen!!

Morning, Kat...glad you stopped by. How's your Saturday going?

kkat55 · 11-11-2006, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by qbu

There are a lot of good recipes on this site. There's one for a crustless pumpkin pie that's incredible. Made that last year at Thanksgiving. That went faster than the regular pumpkin pie.

I saw two crustless pumpkin pie recipes -- one with the plain name and one with Weresome's...do you remember which one that was so good?

cleochatra · 11-11-2006, 08:54 AM

It is so great to get to know more about you! You know, so many times we post together, but I never get the 'origins' of people, and I don't know as much about them as I would like to. Your post in the main forum is wonderful, and lets me know even more about a person who I already knew was pretty special.

qbu · 11-11-2006, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by kkat55

I saw two crustless pumpkin pie recipes -- one with the plain name and one with Weresome's...do you remember which one that was so good?

Crustles Pumpkin Pie (so good you won't even miss the crust!) http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipe...cat/all/page/1

It's so good and very easy to make!

qbu · 11-11-2006, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by cleochatra

It is so great to get to know more about you! You know, so many times we post together, but I never get the 'origins' of people, and I don't know as much about them as I would like to. Your post in the main forum is wonderful, and lets me know even more about a person who I already knew was pretty special.

Thanks, Cleo

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kkat55 · 11-11-2006, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by qbu

Crustles Pumpkin Pie (so good you won't even miss the crust!) http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipe...cat/all/page/1

It's so good and very easy to make!

Thanks! I appreciate it!!

(I'm trying to get some recipes together for Thanksgiving and also to bring to my in-laws for Christmas.)

qbu · 11-11-2006, 09:10 AM

No problem...I've got a great recipe for Cauliflower Au Gratin that I made at Christmas. The family members who were eating it thought it was scallped potatoes! Let me know if you want that, I'll post it for you.

kkat55 · 11-11-2006, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by qbu

No problem...I've got a great recipe for Cauliflower Au Gratin that I made at Christmas. The family members who were eating it thought it was scallped potatoes! Let me know if you want that, I'll post it for you.

Sure! I'd love to have it!! (Anything tried and true.)

I appreciate all your help!!

qbu · 11-11-2006, 10:40 AM

Here it is:

Cauliflower-Goat Cheese Gratin

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 Cups heavy cream
½ lb Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated
2 Cups grated Parmesan
6 ounces goat cheese cut into small pieces
Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

Layer the cauliflower, heavy cream, and the 3 cheeses in a medium casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 – 30 minutes or until the cauliflower is soft and the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

I've also added some chopped onion.

It's really good. Enjoy!

kkat55 · 11-11-2006, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by qbu

Here it is:

Cauliflower-Goat Cheese Gratin

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 Cups heavy cream
½ lb Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated
2 Cups grated Parmesan
6 ounces goat cheese cut into small pieces
Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F

Layer the cauliflower, heavy cream, and the 3 cheeses in a medium casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 – 30 minutes or until the cauliflower is soft and the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

I've also added some chopped onion.

It's really good. Enjoy!

Thanks so much! I appreciate it!!

SweetE · 11-11-2006, 12:15 PM

Hey There,
I am going to use both of those recipes for my holiday menu's! They sound wonderful!
I am going to check out the breakfast one too.
Hope you're having a great day!

qbu · 11-11-2006, 12:21 PM

No problem Kat...that recipe is actually from Bobby Flay...not sure which show of his it came from.

Here's the link for the breakfast one http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipe...cat/all/page/1 .

The day's going pretty good. It's beautiful out today. It's 66 degrees now and it's NOVEMBER!!! I've got some windows opened...it's great!

kkat55 · 11-11-2006, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by qbu

No problem Kat...that recipe is actually from Bobby Flay...not sure which show of his it came from.

Here's the link for the breakfast one http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipe...cat/all/page/1 .

The day's going pretty good. It's beautiful out today. It's 66 degrees now and it's NOVEMBER!!! I've got some windows opened...it's great!

Hey, it is cooler in TN than PA!! Our thermometer shows that it is 43 degrees outside right now! Brrr!!

qbu · 11-11-2006, 01:00 PM

We usually have snow on the ground by this time of the year, so this is great! I'm really happy that it's this warm. I don't like the cold weather at all.

qbu · 11-11-2006, 05:26 PM

Well, went to Wal-Mart to get some food for the pooches and saw some coffee that sounded sooooooo good. It's Carmel Truffle---and they had decaf

so I had to buy some. Just got home and made a cup...yes...it is as good as it sounds!

Had dinner out tonight. Went to a local restaurant. Had the grilled chicken, mixed veggies and a salad. Not too bad...best part is we didn't have to cook or clean up.

Have to get my workout in. I've got to wait a bit. I'm supposed to do Cardio Party 2 from Turbo Jam tonight so better let my dinner digest first or I'm sure there will be trouble

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Drank all of my water today, eating was on track, exercise will be in about 40 minutes or so.

Going to go look around and see what's going on here. I'll check in later.

11-11-2006, 06:51 AM	#36
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	Good morning, wanna. Thanks for the welcome. I really love what I do. There are days that are just like any other day, go in and do your job without much happening---but then there are the other days that are WOW! Yesterday was definitely a WOW day! I spent a lot of time looking around here last night. There's a lot of good stuff on here. I went into the recipes section and realized that a co-worker who is also following Atkins uses this site, for recipes anyway. She gave me a few of the recipes I saw. I couldn't get into some of the sections and not sure why. I was looking at the FAQ and went into the PM section, but said the administrator has disabled it. Also, the who's online. Not sure why. Well, time to go get some breakfast. I'll be back later. __________________ ~44 F~ My Journal - QBU's trip to fit Turn your midlife crisis to your own advantage by making it a time for renewal of your body and mind, rather than stand by helplessly and watch them decline. Jane E. Brody

11-10-2006, 07:53 PM	#33
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	Well, time to call it a night. It's been an exhausting week and time to get some sleep.

11-10-2006, 08:06 PM	#34
kkat55 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 747 Gallery: kkat55 WOE: Nothing at this time...	Sweet Dreams!

11-11-2006, 06:01 AM	#35
wannabethintoo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 495 Gallery: wannabethintoo Stats: 256/190/140 WOE: Atkins OWL Start Date: May 19, 2005	Morning qbu. Your career must be very rewarding. When I was in school, I worked as a counselor at camps for the disabled. I loved it. Here's your housewarming gift.

11-11-2006, 06:54 AM	#37
wannabethintoo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 495 Gallery: wannabethintoo Stats: 256/190/140 WOE: Atkins OWL Start Date: May 19, 2005	I think you have to have a certain number of posts before you get full access....so post away.

11-11-2006, 07:32 AM	#38
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	Thanks...I'm sure I'll be posting away. It's not even 24hrs yet and I already have 22 posts. Just realized this AM that I've been making a recipe from here for breakfast every now and then. Better Than McGriddles is on the recipe board here. I kind of changed it a bit. Left out the splenda and this AM added a tsp of pumpkin and some pumpkin pie spice to it. Came out really good. Topped it with a little heavy cream whipped with some pumpkin pie spice and a little SF maple syrup....mmmmmm. And now I have breakfast for 2 more days. I freeze what's left over and take them out when I want. Going to see what's going on around here.

11-11-2006, 08:09 AM	#41
kkat55 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 747 Gallery: kkat55 WOE: Nothing at this time...	Morning, Queen!!

11-11-2006, 08:54 AM	#45
cleochatra Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,560 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	It is so great to get to know more about you! You know, so many times we post together, but I never get the 'origins' of people, and I don't know as much about them as I would like to. Your post in the main forum is wonderful, and lets me know even more about a person who I already knew was pretty special.

11-11-2006, 09:10 AM	#49
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	No problem...I've got a great recipe for Cauliflower Au Gratin that I made at Christmas. The family members who were eating it thought it was scallped potatoes! Let me know if you want that, I'll post it for you.

11-11-2006, 10:40 AM	#51
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	Here it is: Cauliflower-Goat Cheese Gratin 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets 2 Cups heavy cream ½ lb Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated 2 Cups grated Parmesan 6 ounces goat cheese cut into small pieces Salt and pepper to taste Preheat oven to 400 degrees F Layer the cauliflower, heavy cream, and the 3 cheeses in a medium casserole dish. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 – 30 minutes or until the cauliflower is soft and the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving. I've also added some chopped onion. It's really good. Enjoy!

11-11-2006, 12:15 PM	#53
SweetE Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South Carolina Posts: 522 Gallery: SweetE WOE: WW Start Date: 6/02/07	Hey There, I am going to use both of those recipes for my holiday menu's! They sound wonderful! I am going to check out the breakfast one too. Hope you're having a great day!

11-11-2006, 12:21 PM	#54
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	No problem Kat...that recipe is actually from Bobby Flay...not sure which show of his it came from. Here's the link for the breakfast one http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/recipe...cat/all/page/1 . The day's going pretty good. It's beautiful out today. It's 66 degrees now and it's NOVEMBER!!! I've got some windows opened...it's great!

11-11-2006, 01:00 PM	#56
qbu Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 660 Gallery: qbu Stats: Never again/getting there/finally! WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 5, 2005	We usually have snow on the ground by this time of the year, so this is great! I'm really happy that it's this warm. I don't like the cold weather at all.