Connie Ashley...

at 04/01/08 9:03PM
Hey FC alumni, FC friends, and all PLEO USERS--

Many people know Connie Ashley. It was announced Sunday evening that she has Alzheimer's Disease. Connie is an absolutely wonderful person who, if you know her, you love her. She has had singings at her house for FC students for years. Her time has been spent being a servant to others. Now she is a little down as she struggles with her fading memory, unable to do as much as she likes. She is the most giving, unselfish person I know and I would like to help brighten her day. I am putting together a basket for her of notes and cards of memories of how Connie has touched our lives--her singings, her thoughtful gifts, her taking time to play with your kids, her visiting you in the hospital, etc. If you have children, ask them to write a note, too, of what sweet things they think about Connie, or simply draw her a picture. Also, if you have pictures of you and/or your children, please send those as well. I have created an email address for pictures and emails to be delivered for this project: makeconniehappy@yahoo.com. This will mean so much to her to see that all of her thoughtful acts of kindness have not gone unappreciated. Please pass this on to others that know her.
  • jra
    Wow...such a great idea. I'll get right on that. Thank you for letting me know!
    by jra at 04/01/08 10:10PM
  • brianne
    I'll work on something right away! I LOVE THAT WOMAN and I LOVED going to her singings!
    by brianne at 04/01/08 10:50PM
  • a_starr
    Oh! I'm SO sorry to hear this. I love Connie!!!! I love the memory basket idea, too. I'll write you an e-mail.
    by a_starr at 04/02/08 9:42AM
  • a_starr
    Sure - I can do that.
    by a_starr at 04/02/08 11:14AM
  • raifhaus
    What a great idea :) I know it will take some work on your part! Thanks! We'll see what we can get to you. Cute email address.
    by raifhaus at 04/02/08 11:39AM
  • jody
    Thanks for mentioning this. It's a great idea! I'll be sure to spread the word.
    by jody at 04/02/08 11:43AM
  • mel_ody
    That's really great of you to organize this. Thanks for letting us know about Connie. She picked me up from the airport and I stayed with her my first time coming to the US for FC...
    by mel_ody at 04/03/08 4:54PM
  • katie08
    of course!
    by katie08 at 04/03/08 8:11PM
  • tomatohead
    Thats a really good idea, Becci. I'm really sad to hear about that.
    by tomatohead at 04/04/08 9:10AM
  • nthnswmn
    Could you private message me or email me your physical address to send notes or drawings my kids might do?
    by nthnswmn at 04/04/08 10:43PM
  • missysnapp
    I posted on my blog a pointer to here. Old, my FOOT! Just kidding. I am old, but I take no offense at such things...
    by missysnapp at 04/05/08 8:08PM
  • nthnswmn
    Yes, I got it. Thanks...
    by nthnswmn at 04/05/08 8:36PM
  • chemo_brain
    Hello Becci... What can I do for Connie? I'm not in Tampa yet but will be soon.
    by chemo_brain at 04/07/08 1:33PM
  • tomatohead
    I don't think that the pet cemetary holds any Mule Day festivities that I am aware of, but they should!
    by tomatohead at 04/07/08 5:35PM
  • chemo_brain
    I'm not coming back to Tampa. Didn't you hear the news? I'm moving to Singapore. Thanks for everything.
    by chemo_brain at 04/07/08 7:55PM
  • curtis2
    Miss Connie? For real? That's so sad. I'll be praying.
    by curtis2 at 04/09/08 12:00AM
  • pdawg
    That's so sad! She is so sweet!! :( Once we get some updated family photos, I'll send some.
    by pdawg at 04/10/08 7:09AM
  • pdawg
    As for weight loss/healthy stuff: I've just been buying more organic things and taking in less processed foods. I am on Jillian Michaels site (Biggest Loser trainer). I really like her and she really motivates me. Her site gives me a workout (circuit training) daily, 4 days a week. One day I do cardio and 2 days I rest, so it's great! Food-wise, I am just watching calories. The deficit makes the weight come off. That's it! :)
    by pdawg at 04/10/08 7:12AM
  • pdawg
    Here is a little excerpt of what Jillian says about changing the diet for breastfeeding (sorry it's so long!): As for diet, here’s the rub: Women's bodies are typically very efficient at producing breast milk, so you don't need to eat for two people! As a rough guide, increase your calorie intake by about 500 over what you needed before you became pregnant, and do not lose more than one pound per week. You can stick to the same foods that are ideal for your oxidizer level, but try your best to avoid any unhealthy processed foods. I normally allow you guys to work that stuff into your calorie allowance in extreme moderation, but I strongly suggest you avoid processed foods while lactating.
    by pdawg at 04/10/08 8:44PM