tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-341031972024-03-13T00:53:51.317-04:00A Day in the Life of Sweet PeaVeronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.comBlogger404125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-12636896181532615772018-02-05T11:37:00.001-05:002018-02-05T11:37:18.224-05:00February....the month of love....Happy February!!!! Can't believe we are already in on second month of the year. The shortest month of the year. It will fly by.<br />
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Yesterday was Super Bowl and I made all my regulars that my men love and enjoyed spending time with them. Yes, I fell asleep again this year. Found out in the morning the Eagles won. At least I stayed awake for the JT half time show. It was great. I really enjoyed it.<br />
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This weeks challenge for all my challengers is to swap out all your lunches for salads with a protein. Drive your 8 glasses of water and get 1 hour each day of an physical activity.<br />
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I've got to run but hope you have an incredible day!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-17478970337783132382018-01-28T15:13:00.001-05:002018-01-28T15:13:26.437-05:00SundayHope you all are well. It's Sunday. Some call it the beginning of the week others call it the end. I like to just call it Sunday. The day I enjoy with family and friends. Relaxing or getting things done that I was unable to complete through the week. This week was a busy one and many requests for the newest meal plan I have put out. I did manage to get them all e-mailed. If you requested one and have not received it yet please send me a message and I'll send it out again.<br />
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Remember to get your 8 glasses of water in and also 1 hour a day of any activity. Enjoy your Sunday. What are you up to?Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-65996915996199762842018-01-23T08:24:00.000-05:002018-01-23T08:24:20.756-05:00I'm back.....a 2018 updateI can't believe I have not updated since 2016. First of all Happy New Year! I have been extremely busy with life and have decided to go back to taking some time and working on myself. Thank you to all who continue to message me about my meal plan and recipes. I do send everyone an e-mail back.<br />
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I am currently the lowest weight I have ever been in a long time. I have started working out for the last 8 months and doing kickboxing. I have found the workout that I truly love and am head over heels addicted to it. <br />
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I have created a new One (1) week meal plan and am looking forward to the release of it today. <br />
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The boys are now 11 and 14. One is in grade 6 and the other in grade 9. Time just seams to be flying by.<br />
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This year I will certainly have to update more often. That's a promise.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-10085599347987652512016-12-14T23:10:00.001-05:002016-12-14T23:10:45.885-05:00Been while......Can't believe I barely have the time to blog. With my family, my business being crazy busy, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Boy when did life get so crazy. My oldest is now 13 and in his last year of elementary and my youngest in grade 5. I still sit here and think to myself is this really for real. <br />
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Wanted to say if you all are interested in following me on Instagram please follow me at designsbyveronica you'll see my picture with me wearing sunglasses. Come on over and follow me. The new year I will be posting a lot of new meals, family and all about me and my journey.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-4344981703697960512015-03-09T21:45:00.001-04:002015-03-09T21:45:29.500-04:00Time flies......Hellllllllooooooo Bloggers, <br />
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I always mean to come and say hi but everything is super crazy in my life right now. Too many meetings with the school board, parent council and church. Just got back from a board meeting right now. <br />
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Hope everyone out there is doing well. I know I am. My boys are getting older and haven't really done anything too crazy to talk about. lol I am thankful. <br />
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Good Night!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-8833991257541956342014-01-31T10:55:00.001-05:002014-01-31T10:55:29.124-05:00Wow it has been a loooooooong timeI can not believe how long it has been since my last post. As you have guessed life has been insane. Too much to do and so little time. The boys are now 10 and 7 and growing so fast. I am loving life and enjoying each day. I am working away this morning so I will have to come back and update you all on everything but for now I just wanted to give you all a shout out.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-71661805795872559672012-10-23T19:40:00.001-04:002012-10-23T19:40:05.356-04:00It's been awhile......We are almost at the end of October and all I can say is what a crazy year it has been. I have had highs and many lows. Life always finds a way to take every curve in the road and leave you thinking that you possibly can not handle any more, but you are so wrong because you always do and always will. I truly wanted 2012 to be a better year for my family in regards to health and the year of the dragon has let me down. I am thankful that after going through all of this I am a stronger person but it still takes a lot out of you.<br />
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I would like to focus on the good. Tomorrow my sister will be turning 40. I have a few surprises planned and am looking forward to hearing her get really upset with me but after all we've been through I think she will just laugh it off. Or at least I hope she does. lol<br />
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Crop for the Cure 2012 is only 18 days away and I can't wait since this will be the 5th year anniversary of when I first started it on my own. There is so much to be excited for this year but also so much heart ache behind the word Cancer. It has hit my family a few too many times and to tell you the truth it hurts knowing that I am not only helping others but indeed my very own family. This year we lost my other Bermudian aunt. My aunties were very near and dear to my heart. Since the first time I stepped foot in Bermuda my two aunties have made going to Bermuda something to look forward to. Now going there will only remind me of them and the fact that I will never see them again. I am thankful that my father is here with us after putting up a fight. He is a strong person and I am so proud of him for giving it his all and beating cancer and winning.<br />
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I better get going and am happy that I finally got in here to write what's on my mind.<br />
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Good Night!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-33080080053249844622012-01-18T00:28:00.001-05:002012-01-18T00:29:16.057-05:00My 2012 WordSo it's the new year and I still have to pick my world to live by this year. I think it will be <strong>improve</strong>...... meaning to improve at being a better me....to improve at being in better health......to improve at being a better wife.....to improve at being a better mom. We always have something we would like to improve, this year for me I started with my office and have been slowly working at getting everything sorted out and ready for 2012. I hope this year my families health is at it's best i really can do without the white hairs. Yup I am 35 and they are start to show their little strands here and there. Steve is being really sweet by trying to tell me they are just blonde hairs. Either he is going blind or just loosing his mind. I've never had a blonde hair nor will I ever.<br />
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I ended up getting side tracked on my Dr. Poon's lifestyle change but soon reality hit and I need to get back on track. Last few days I have been back to drinking my water and eating my Poon style food. Boy did I miss it. Sounds funny as some of you are thinking I am nuts but when you are used to one thing for so long when you get off for a while you need the feeling of having control again. <br />
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Off I go to get some typing done. Met with one of my brides and grooms tonight and they were so sweet bringing me a Starbucks....my favorite caramel brule. I thought it was so sweet when I found out the groom called the store and found out what I drink just so it would make my night. It really did but now I am so tried I want to sleep. Funny as coffee is suppose to keep you up. I guess having so many of them really reverses the process.<br />
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I better get some sleep. Good Night!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-29254684687890970162012-01-07T21:52:00.002-05:002012-01-07T21:52:22.967-05:00Happy New Year!!!!Happy New Year! I am so thankful that 2011 is done and over with. I am praying that 2012 the year of the Dragon is going to be much better. It's so far starting to be a great year. Business is good, spending time with my family, and of course getting my life back in order so that when things get crazy again next week I am prepared to take on the world.<br />
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Today I decided to get groceries this morning, cleaned up in my room (business area) and just organized all my coupons with a new quick system. Yeah I do not have as many as I use to but there are enough that I need to have them organized so that I can start using them again. The system is a simple one and didn't cost a lot just about a dollar. I purchased 100 envelopes 3 5/8" x 6.5" at the dollar store and printed off labels in word with the following categories<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Air Fresheners/Candles<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Baking Needs<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Beverages<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Breads<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Breakfast<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Cereal<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Candy/Chocolate<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Canned
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Cleaners/Bathroom<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Coffee/Tea<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Condiments<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Fish<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Feminine Needs<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Freezer Items<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>G</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">rains/Sides<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Pasta<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Produce<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Refrigerated<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><strong>Snacks/Cookies</strong></span></span><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Soap<o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Soups</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Even had the chance to speak with my Bermudian cousins and auntie. I could not believe I almost spoke to everyone except my cousin Mikey and my 2 uncles. Everyone looked great and I was so delighted I was able to speak with them over Skype. If you don't have skype you need to download it quickly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Better get going as I am on the end of my second glass of champagne and still need to finish cleaning this area before going to bed.</span>Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-74416264273214781562011-11-15T20:22:00.001-05:002011-11-15T20:26:59.509-05:00November alreadyIt's already November. I can't even believe Thanksgiving is gone, Halloween a thing of the past and now we are listening to Christmas music and already thinking of what we will be doing on Christmas Eve. This year has been extremely busy. I can not even believe how busy I have been with the kids, my dad, the school, the business and life in general. Our family trip to Disney feels like a thing of the past....actually I already need another vacation. The boys have all requested Hawaii but I am thinking of taking them to anywhere hot and all I will be doing is relaxing. Who am I kidding.<br />
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The boys are growing, life is super busy and I have to find a creative way to get Christmas shopping done.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-57843441618891164712011-09-11T23:46:00.003-04:002011-09-11T23:46:20.371-04:0010 Years Ago Today<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It seams like we all remember seeing the pictures of the twin towers coming down just yesterday but in reality it was 10 years ago. What a sad day. I just wanted to come and post a message because the sadness has been in my heart all day. May the poor souls that are no longer with us rest in peace and may their family members always hold their special memories in their hearts. God Bless</span>Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-13874030735832005672011-08-08T12:26:00.000-04:002011-08-08T12:26:06.793-04:00Time Flies Can't believe we are so close to leaving on our family trip. Thought I would come in and just update on my very crazy weekend. It was another Edna and Veronica adventures. We did a wedding uptown at Presidente and then had to head all the way downtown. We were one person short this weekend so Edna and I had to work fast in order to complete everything. So off we went to Harbourfront Chinese Restaurant. I have never been there and did not know what to expect. The manager tells me to park in the little driveway. I proceed to head over to the little driveway and it's the boardwalk. People are moving out of the way and looking at me like I am nuts. At this point Edna and I know we are in the wrong area. I make the decision to leave the car right there (with blinkies on) and leave there to watch for the car. I start walking into this building that looks like a shopping centre. Well, to my surprise it is a shopping mall. I think oh my I must be in the wrong place all together. A man comes up and explains that the restaurant is to the left, then to the right and then upstairs. I head that way with this heavy arrangement in one hand and a tall glass vase in the other. Yup, through the mall and finally get to the elevator and ask another man where this restaurant is and he points to the food court. You've got to be kidding me is running thou my mind right now. Get up there and sure enough I am in the right place. Asked the manager there to send me a couple of guys to bring up the items. Done, now I want to get the heck outta there. Get in the car to see Edna was so nervous she chewed off all her shellaced nails....lol We are trying to get off this walkway and no one is moving out of the way. My car is surrounded by people. I thought this could not be happening. Well, really I was thinking I really need another Starbucks in order get thou this day. A security guy comes over and stops people and traffic for us to get out. Thank God! I have totally forgotten what it is like to drive downtown. Thankfully I really do not do a lot of weddings down there. We keep them more to the Vaughan area. Whew!!<br />
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My family also checked out a new restaurant called Sofra Grill located at Dufferin just north of Langstaff. We headed out for dinner with my sales rep. Tal. We truly had a wonderful time and the food was great. I had the salad with grilled chicken breast. No word of a lie the chicken on top was 5 huge pieces. I can't wait to go back. Yum-O! Thanks Tal.<br />
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We are still on Saturday and I get home and I am wired. Checked out who's on my bbm and get talking to Aimee (Edna's Sister) and she asks if we should get a girls night started right now. Well, why not. Edna, Aimee and myself had a wonderful time sipping wine (yes, I had diet coke) shellacing and just chatting the night away. <br />
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Right about now you think after 1 sympathy delivery to Kettleby at 9 am, 2 weddings, dinner out and girls night I should be about ready to go to sleep. Well, no I still had to go to my night pick up from one of the weddings. Met up with Nikki at 12:30 am and waited until 1:30 am to pack up everything. <br />
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Got home at 2 am and I was wired. What an awesome day! I just went non stop and it felt great to have a great day with my side kick Edna, my beautiful family, and my friends. Thanks to all who made my day a special one. Love you all.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-43120274506449640712011-08-02T19:34:00.000-04:002011-08-02T19:34:53.966-04:00August Already It's hard to believe July is gone and we are here in August. I am busy here with events, taking care of appointments with my dad, entertaining the kids. I finally buckled and put the kids in camp for a week so I can get some work done. Today was day 2 and let me tell you my office is clean. Yup, you read it right clean. I love saying that word. I am sure hubby is also happy that it is clean. I am surprised he hasn't said anything to me yet. Maybe it's the fact that I have been so busy and the only time I got to relax I really needed it. <br />
I have packed Tristan, Ethan and myself for Disney. Steve is the last one. He seams to think I am nuts for packing ahead of time. Let's see who will be laughing. I have 3 to pack and he has himself. I am looking forward to our trip. We finally told the boys we were going with our friends Edna, Marlon, Jaden and Noah. I am looking forward to spending time with the B family in Disney. I'll certainly post pictures.<br />
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I better get going as I am paying bills on line and have to get something to eat. Have an awesome week!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-45985658348471065152011-07-04T23:47:00.000-04:002011-07-04T23:47:08.583-04:00Happy Summer<div>Wow, it feels like forever since I have last posted. Have no idea what the problem is but I am having issues trying to post. This is why I haven't been posting often. </div><div></div><div>Let's see what's new besides me being busy like crazy. Tristan and Ethan both play soccer 4 days a week. I booked our flight our to Disney. Steve and I celebrated our 10 years of marriage. Life has been insane to say the least. I lived past June 11 which I thought I never would have. lol</div><div></div><div>I hope this posts because if it does you will all be reading a lot more from me more often.</div>Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-70674379638069809342011-07-04T23:46:00.000-04:002011-07-04T23:46:52.836-04:00Baking Day<div><div><div><div><div>Good Evening Everyone,</div><div></div><div>I am finally able to come on here more than once a month. Life has been insane. I now have a 8 year old. I still can't believe my little or I should say my biggest boy is now 8. His communion is in a couple of weeks (still not ready) and I have a million and one things still to do. Dance recital is coming up and every single weekend is booked solid for me. I am going crazy.</div><div></div><div>Today I spent the day with some of my girlfriends (moms of the school) and we baked for our schools blessing this upcoming Wednesday night. We had a wonderful time. Ended up making hundreds of cookies in 7 hours but finished every single one of them. Thanks to all the wonderful moms who came out. I have enjoyed all of our baking and hope that everyone enjoys our cookies on Wednesday night.</div><div></div><div>I am delighted to see everyone posting about the meal plan. Once I get a little more time I will update it as I have a ton and a half of stuff that I have added to my daily plan. I would love to include it into an updated one. If you are requesting a meal plan please include your e-mail. If you don't I have no way of getting the information to you. </div><div></div><div>Off I go getting my work done. I look forward to reading about all of you wonderful remarks.</div><div></div><div>Good Night Everyone!</div></div></div></div></div>Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-19348995735349771662011-05-02T10:04:00.003-04:002011-05-02T10:31:15.203-04:00Rainy DaysHello Fellow Bloggers and Pooners,<br /><br />Hope you are all doing well. I am sitting here at Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto with my dad. We have been here way too long but just as long as dad gets outta of this ok it will make me happy. I have been on a downer as everything is piling up on me and I fell like I have no time for anything but my dad, my family, my business, and the school. I am prepping for my own sons communion in about 28 days and I feel like I am not even ready for it. Just finished filing my taxes 3 days ago and that was a huge ordeal. Wish we didn't have to do it but I guess it's been so many years I should be use to it by now.<br /><br />I am so excited for Tristan's communion as it's coming up. I have his suit, shoes and socks purchased just waiting to find that perfect shirt and tie. Where of where will I find a peacock themed tie. I want the colours that you would find in a peacock feather. Let me tell you the ladies at zero 20 looked at me like I had 20 heads. lol The linens have been ordered and I already know what I will be doing for the flowers. I can't wait to see it all together. My dear friend Sonia will be creating a cake for him. I can't wait to see what it looks like. It will be beautiful. My big boy is growing up so fast. He had his 8th birthday on Friday. We had his birthday parties on Saturday. What a wonderful time we all had. I fell in love with two of his little friends, Christine (my daughter in-law; lol) and Ariana my girlfriend Rita's girl. They were so sweet it was unreal. If I had a girl this is what I want her to be like. Not saying I am going to have anymore. I am done.<br /><br />I better get going. I will keep everyone updated.<br /><br />Have an awesome day!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-79523598246866130852011-04-02T16:46:00.003-04:002011-04-02T16:54:59.444-04:00Still hereI can't believe it's already April. We've been having a lot of fun here with the boys these days. They are growing up fast and I am trying to keep up with all the work I have on my plate. I've created my new website <a href="http://www.designsbyveronica.ca/">www.designsbyveronica.ca</a> and still need a little more work on it but for now at least I have something up. I have been trying to keep up with my <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Poon</span> lifestyle. No I haven't gone crazy on regular food, still watch what I eat everyday. I love that I have learned more about what is good for me and what my body just can not handle. I have so much coming up. Tristan's birthday and communion. I still have to figure out what I will be wearing for his communion. Better yet I still haven't gotten his suit. I guess this is what is on the agenda for the next couple of weeks. Just wanted to say hi as we are off to my sisters to celebrate my mothers birthday.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-81161708626412407742011-03-03T16:27:00.005-05:002011-03-03T16:33:54.296-05:00February UpdateFeels like it has been forever that i have come on here and given you all an update of any kind. Life always has it's way of throwing you a curve ball. Well, if I thought it was all running smoothly and nothing interesting was happening besides me changing my eating habits/starting to exercise and my crazy business. My dad is ill and I have been focusing on his health. I have events coming out of my ying yang but I am doing them and am thankful that it kind of takes my minds off things. I have been sticking to my lifestyle change but haven't gone into the office for about 3 weeks. I need to call and get my life back in order. I started up at the gym by my house and did a class there 2 days ago. I am still in pain. Man, does this guy really work us.<br /><br />I will try and send everyone my meal plan but you have to give me some time. There are about 25 of you still waiting for it. It's coming but will take a little while longer.<br /><br />Hope you are all staying on track and also keeping strong with everything that might be happening in your lives.<br /><br />HugsVeronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-89162475366367222912011-01-12T14:11:00.004-05:002011-01-12T14:21:19.545-05:00Dr. Poon: My Ricotta SurpriseI know everyone who is on the Poon lifestyle change always misses the little things in life like dessert. Well, I have news for you. Yup, I've come up with another recipe. I guess the sign of a new year comes new beginings and new recipes.<br /><br />Ricotta Surpise<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TS39B6QeFzI/AAAAAAAACFk/MZX0vZklcNc/s1600/Ricotta%2BSurprise.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5561379324132464434" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TS39B6QeFzI/AAAAAAAACFk/MZX0vZklcNc/s400/Ricotta%2BSurprise.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>1/4 cup - 5% Ricotta Cheese (May be purchased from Dr. Poon office or grocery store)</li><li>1 package Splenda Brand Sweetner</li><li>1/2 tsp Vanilla</li><li>1/2 tsp Sugar Free Jam (optional)</li></ul><p>Directions:</p><p>1. Measure the ricotta cheese into a small bowl.</p><p>2. Add Splenda, vanilla and mix well.</p><p>3. Place in a wine glass or ramekin. Add jam in center and Enjoy!!</p><p>It's an awesome little dessert. </p>Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-30860303641602388832011-01-04T21:49:00.003-05:002011-01-04T21:58:28.728-05:00Chocolately ChaiI have just discovered President's Choice Chocolatey Chai Herbal Tea. After my morning tea at Starbucks with Rita I decided to head to the grocery store for some much needed groceries and all items I needed for the mac n cheese that Tristan requested. I was walking around in the tea isle and have wanted something different then what I normally get orange pekoe or chai. I was looking at the President's Choice because of course they were on sale and next thing you know this one caught my eye. I am thankful it did because I've had 2 so far since arriving home at 7pm from dance with the boys. Man this tea is just so nice going down and the chocolate taste is really there. I paired it up with splenda and 5% cream and it's just out of this world.<br /><br />Pooners I am always on the hunt for items that we can use within our lifestyle change. This is one of them. Head out to your closest store that carries PC because it's on sale for $2.00 per box.<br /><br />Enjoy!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-74975619106678505052011-01-03T23:35:00.003-05:002011-01-03T23:42:47.296-05:00Ethan's New YearsI uploaded some pictures from our holiday season. I almost spit all over my computer monitor once I saw this one. What a cute little face my little man Ethan has in this picture. You can tell he is a ball of trouble just from this one picture. This is how we celebrated the new year with our boys giving us a good laugh. I hope they both continue to make us laugh well into their adult lives.<br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSKkazBHCJI/AAAAAAAACFc/6_ieqiFCkVM/s1600/December%2B2010%2BPhotos%2B231.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558185670407030930" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSKkazBHCJI/AAAAAAAACFc/6_ieqiFCkVM/s400/December%2B2010%2BPhotos%2B231.JPG" /></a><br /><br />Hope this one brings you a smile too. lolVeronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-78515623678719667152011-01-03T23:24:00.003-05:002011-01-03T23:33:17.929-05:00Card Swappers December ExchangeHere's December's card swappers cards. As you can see our little group has grown by 2. Welcome Christine and Patricia to our group. For the month of December we used the technique dazzling diamond dust. I have linked the directions which you can find at the bottom of this post or right here <a href="http://www.splitcoststampers.com/resouces/tutorials/dazzling_diamond_dust/">http://www.splitcoststampers.com/resouces/tutorials/dazzling_diamond_dust/</a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSKht_ZfInI/AAAAAAAACFM/kDLTuXM5lY4/s1600/December%2B2010%2BPhotos%2B261.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 185px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558182701613130354" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSKht_ZfInI/AAAAAAAACFM/kDLTuXM5lY4/s400/December%2B2010%2BPhotos%2B261.JPG" /></a><br />Top Row Left to Right:<br />Alexis, Christine, Jane and Marg<br />Bottom Row Left to Right:<br />Patricia .K., Patricia .P., Paula, Rose and Veronica (Me)<br /><br /><br />Here's a close up of mine. I had a lot of fun with this one. It totally came out differently then what I thought it would but I was very happy with the outcome.<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSKhu1KoIzI/AAAAAAAACFU/qflzPLCkcQs/s1600/December%2B2010%2BPhotos%2B262.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 318px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558182716046320434" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSKhu1KoIzI/AAAAAAAACFU/qflzPLCkcQs/s400/December%2B2010%2BPhotos%2B262.JPG" /></a><br /><br />Good Night!!!Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-8163108417851226722011-01-03T20:11:00.003-05:002011-01-03T20:36:45.142-05:00Happy New Year 2011<p align="center"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSJ0OQHcT4I/AAAAAAAACFE/xNE75I6lyoQ/s1600/Year%2B2011%2BMartini.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 259px; HEIGHT: 194px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5558132678321786754" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_A2aTNwpnFp8/TSJ0OQHcT4I/AAAAAAAACFE/xNE75I6lyoQ/s400/Year%2B2011%2BMartini.jpg" /></a></p><p align="center">Wow, can't believe we are finally here. Happy New Year to you all! I wish 2011 brings you everything you've ever wanted plus some.</p><p align="left">I have so much to share with you since my last post. I know I promise to start getting better at posting pictures along with just entries. Let's see new things that have happened since my last post. Chloe now walks, Tristan is 2nd lead in his dance class, Steve and I went out on a date to a cocktail party, Ethan loves school and missed it while off, Brody plays soccer like a little star (he's only 1), I actually scrapbooked and I am still on Dr. Poon. </p><p align="left">I still have to pick my word for this year. I have no idea what it will be but I do know I want to be at my 100 pounds off mark this year. I have Tristan's communion and it's a chance to get myself where I want to be and also get something special to wear for my first born's special day. I have so much planning for this event but I am so looking forward to it. It's going to be so special for our whole family. I am also going to work extra hard because it's our 10 year wedding anniversary in June. I can't believe I first married my best friend and have been happy with him and our beautiful children for 10 years married and we've lost count on how many together. lol No, I'm joking by June it will be 18.5 years together. Wow, that is a long time but it honestly feels like just yesterday when I fell in love with him.</p><p align="left">I was actually able to scrapbook or rather I should say make some cards. Alexis came over New Year's Day and we sat and played for hours. Then bouncing with energy we decided to go out and watch Little Fockers, OMG!!!!! it was a really cute movie. I wanted more of a laugh but hey what do we expect when they've already done 3 of these movies. I just found that it all played the same old same old. I think they need to make that their last. Out of 5 stars I would give it a 3. </p><p align="left">Now for the Dr. Poon update. As most of you who go to the clinic know Dr. Terry Poon has decided to leave and continue family practise on his own. I was so sad to hear this and also upset at the same time. He had been there since I first started and has continued to support me. I will as of this Friday be seeing Dr. Lau. I am nervous and excited all at the same time. I know I have gained a little over the holidays since I attended many parties and did have a couple of martini's hence the new 2011 banner. lol But like I say and write to many of you, pull up your socks and let's get right back to it. I know that during the holidays it's a hard time since everyone is stuffing something or other in your face but I can honestly say I still stuck to it as much as I could. But as of Jan 2 it was time to get re-connected with my life the way I now know it. I am hoping this is the same for you. I have enjoyed reading all your e-mails and posts. I continue to cheer you all on since hearing your success only helps me to reach mine. Let's make 2011 the year of success for all of us. </p>Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-25304803358758501402010-12-13T21:12:00.003-05:002010-12-13T21:23:07.905-05:00Bitter ColdWow, the weather is certainly frightful out there. It's minus 24 today, snowy and just plain yucky. I believe I really shouldn't of been born in the winter. I think deep down I should have been born in June or July because that is the weather I love most.<br /><br />I like (I am stressing like) seeing the trees dusted and the children getting excited about building the perfect snowman but boy do I hate the cold bitter wind and everything that comes with it. We mostly stayed in this weekend. I really had no desire to be out there in the middle of the storm. I even had the chance to finish all the Christmas decorating and also all my accounting. Something that rarely ever happens here.<br /><br />I was also able to get together with some girlfriends last Saturday. Had a great time drinking, chatting and just enjoying each others company.<br /><br />Today I spent most of the day running around. I ended up getting some more shopping done. I would have thought I would have been done by now but the chocolate fundraiser has taken over my life right now. I have been at the school for the last 3 weeks every single day and on Thursday twice. I am happy that it is over and also delighted that we hit our target and surpassed it. Great feeling that we will be able to put the funds right back into the school come January.<br /><br />I have been going nuts working. I have my last wedding of the season (year) this Saturday. It also falls on my birthday. I will have to share pictures once I get them taken after all the design work.<br /><br />For my Pooners....... yes, I am still following my program and trying to stick to it as much as possible. I have been enjoying some parties but as soon as those are over I go right back on the plan. I know most of you e-mail me to ask and I always answer with this is my life now and I think I am so use to it that I will continue as it is working for me. Once you honestly get use to it, it becomes so easy.<br /><br />I better get going just wanted to give everyone an update as to what has been going on in my life.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34103197.post-63970056524531923102010-11-22T22:30:00.002-05:002010-11-22T22:33:03.458-05:00Hello Out thereI can't believe it has taken me a while to get on here. I have been receiving an insane amount of e-mails telling me the site has been down. It took me a few days to figure it out. I just had to change the template. I am going the safe bet and just using a blogger template instead of a 3rd party template. I can't believe I deleted a whole bunch of entries thinking it was exceeded. Man do I really have to read everything out there before I go ahead and delete things.<br /><br />I have so much to update. I guess I should be doing that in the next few weeks.Veronicahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16616910089593250945noreply@blogger.com4