Smokey is thrilled, I have taken a sudden and inexplicable liking to bright red lipstick, the "one or two cigarettes won't make me a smoker" plan fell through, otherwise not much else is new.
The good news is I managed to gain weight. I am officially back in the three-digit-range: 102 pounds -- god bless Thai food. Only a few more pounds to go... definitely a step in the right direction.
Smokey is sooooooooooooooo cute.
Posted by: Lucky | April 15, 2011 at 11:23 AM
Welcome home. Your good news is my bad news. I will have to stay away from Thai food as well as other good old USA restaurant fare. --Perhaps go back to smoking?
Posted by: linda roth | April 15, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Welcome back! I love this photo!
Posted by: Barbara | April 15, 2011 at 11:51 AM
Welcome back. You look wonderful! I bet Smokey is SO happy to have you back :)
Posted by: Michelle | April 15, 2011 at 12:29 PM
That smile on your face is beautiful to see and you look great! "God bless Thai food"...ahem to that! :)
Posted by: Kate I | April 15, 2011 at 12:49 PM
Nice. can't imagine such a small weight. I could lose almost as much as you weigh and would be back at my weight at 21.
Posted by: Abraham Lincoln | April 15, 2011 at 01:01 PM
Oh... I love Thai food...
Posted by: colours | April 15, 2011 at 01:50 PM
102? hmm, u and me share the same weight...Thai food fattening? Never found that to be true for me... Carbs like pasta, biscuits, sweets will add weight ... Glad my taste for carbs has diminished tho I sneak a sweet every so often.
Posted by: chrissy | April 15, 2011 at 02:07 PM
I am glad you have a smile on your face and a cat in your mirror. Oh wait, YOU'RE in the mirror. Anyway, we need a 'bright red lipstick' photo sometime soon, ok?
Posted by: The Napkin Dad | April 15, 2011 at 02:26 PM
Okay first, you have the perfect lips for bright red lipstick ;) I for some reason can't bring myself to wear ANY color...I'm too shy! I LOVE Smokey.....I messaged my friend who is caring for my cat Ziggy...poor thing is so desperate for attention, he greets them at the door now! :(
Posted by: aubrey | April 15, 2011 at 04:15 PM
Red lipstick is good. Gaining a few lbs is good. The smile is the best!
Posted by: Ann | April 15, 2011 at 04:35 PM
Such a cool shot love! And that makes me happy that your health is improving. Hope your jetlag isn't too bad? XOXO
Posted by: Andi of My Beautiful Adventures | April 15, 2011 at 05:37 PM
102 is still far too less but I love your smiling pic..
Posted by: Tarabhatt.wordpress.com | April 15, 2011 at 11:38 PM
Welcome back and don't you both look pleased about that! Hope your trip helped restore you, at least a little bit x
Posted by: Kerry | April 16, 2011 at 01:29 AM
I've only tried Thai food in various restaurants around Europe and really loved it. Smokey must have missed you so much. And, as always, you look super!
Posted by: Anastasia | April 16, 2011 at 08:06 AM
smokey is a thinker?
Posted by: Appu | April 16, 2011 at 08:18 AM
Welcome home!
Posted by: Sylvia | April 16, 2011 at 08:48 AM
Glad to see your smile! Its a great balance to Smokey the Cat! Gorgeous kitty.
Posted by: 1916home.net | April 16, 2011 at 12:11 PM
You are looking good, and it is always good to be back home.
Posted by: Rachna | April 16, 2011 at 12:27 PM
Glad your back:) More blogging please:) Love the red lipstick in your life:) Oh gosh Agnes, I believe it is magical:) I've worn it since my Mom would let me:) It always put's a spring in my Step, even if I am behind the computer:) Keep taking care yourself lovely lady!
Posted by: Cynthia | April 16, 2011 at 05:06 PM
Welcome Agnes.. You look rested, and with a new life... You are an amazing young woman... Keep living... "There will come a time when you believe everything is finished. Yet that will be the beginning." Love Jules
Posted by: Julie Elder | April 16, 2011 at 05:09 PM
good to read you're doing well :)
xx
Posted by: Miriam | April 17, 2011 at 12:46 AM
Hey - way to go with the weight !! Agnes - great to see you back !! Keep eating !!
Posted by: kate_woods@bigpond.com | April 17, 2011 at 04:43 AM
Glad to see you again.
Posted by: Tour packages | April 17, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Great picture and wonderful to see you smile Agnes! xx
Posted by: Inward Sun | April 18, 2011 at 10:55 AM
This photo is spooky..Smoky is looking elsewhere and it looks like your camera lens is showing an enlarged view .. or maybe I'm still sleepy and need some coffee.
Posted by: lostworld | April 18, 2011 at 11:13 PM
hey! Thai food is great right?
I loved all the pictures in your previous posts. Good Stuff.
Posted by: NIM | April 21, 2011 at 07:08 AM
Love the picture....u look relaxed and smokey is gorgeous:-)
Posted by: Nancy | April 21, 2011 at 08:15 AM
this might be my favorite photo of you ever, which is saying something! i love the expression on smokey's face, "this is my serious philosophical cat look... make sure you get my good side... then make with the tuna!" totally digging your travel photos and posts, as well. glad you have had some excellent adventures with friends!(ps: if you need some "extra" pounds, you are most welcome to mine!!!) :) :) :)
Posted by: lauren | April 21, 2011 at 09:50 AM
I just happened to see your post and came to say, "Hi."
Posted by: Abraham Lincoln | April 21, 2011 at 02:35 PM
The post is very intellectually written, with lots of valuable information
Posted by: H Miracle Review | April 21, 2011 at 08:46 PM
@ H Miracle Review: Thanks for the laugh.
Posted by: Agnes | April 21, 2011 at 09:17 PM
Atleast post few pictures . Dont be gone for this while.
Linda
Posted by: Linda | April 22, 2011 at 01:30 AM
I'm sure I have a few more pounds to give. I want the 160 range, since I'm not huge muscular wise. Oh, and I got my passport. Spain 60 days and counting.
Posted by: Richard | April 23, 2011 at 07:24 PM
Smokey is so cute. :) I like that smiling you. :) :)
Posted by: UmaS | April 25, 2011 at 02:05 AM
keep on keepin' on, lady :)
Posted by: liz | April 27, 2011 at 08:01 AM
Welcome back.....like you, I only gain weight (which is recommended for me) in another country outside the USA.
Posted by: jamminjammmmin | April 27, 2011 at 05:33 PM
just discovered blogs. and yourself.
I love your photography and you are great to follow. Inspirational.
and i'm sorry.
hugs.
:)
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawlp9b2q1XGkUCo26mRBkoikXLqVltLmM9k | April 30, 2011 at 08:39 AM
Such a cute pic, Agnes.
Not on blogger much lately, but missed you today.
Posted by: Reenie | May 02, 2011 at 05:59 AM
glad to hear from you...nice photo and the next post :) take care!!
Posted by: Amelia | May 03, 2011 at 11:18 AM
Hello???? Busy????
Take care:-)!!!!
Posted by: Nancy | May 12, 2011 at 03:08 AM
Now..you are looking fine...
I don't see 'bad times' on the mirror..
Did anybody tell you have beautiful feet!?
I think beauty was made to be showed...
Stay alive..........
Posted by: Jorge Alonso Pagliarini | May 14, 2011 at 02:46 AM
just wanted to stop by and say that I hope you are OK
Posted by: Michelle | May 23, 2011 at 12:50 AM
Agnes? I miss you! Hope you and Smoky are doing well! xo
Posted by: aubrey | May 23, 2011 at 04:55 PM
What's up Agnes since your last journey in Thaïland ?
xoxo
Posted by: feeltheheat | May 25, 2011 at 11:58 AM
Love Thai food. : )
Posted by: savvy gal | May 26, 2011 at 11:39 PM
You're wearing feather hair extensions in the picture in your next posting, which is captioned, "FEATHERS." I just found out what they are.
They're perfect for a world traveler and natural woman. Like you, Agnes.
Posted by: Rider | May 29, 2011 at 11:26 PM
It was only recently that I discovered your blog. I have to tell you what an strong, beautiful, amazing woman you are. I am sorry for your loss, and have placed your name in my God box and pray for you. (I hope you don't mind.)
Hang in there, honey.
Gentle hugs,
Motherkitty
PS: Pat Smoky for me.
PPS: Smoking. (Sigh!) I do it, too. Ah well, I could do worse.
Posted by: Motherkitty | June 01, 2011 at 03:54 PM
Hi- glad ur gaining weight. People often do no realize how hard it can be to *gain* weight. I want u to be healthy.
Posted by: Lynne Eve Grossman | June 04, 2011 at 07:15 AM
For some reason, I haven't been notified of your posts! I'm amazed at what I've missed! Glad you're safely back in the USA. It had to be an interesting journey.
Posted by: Judy Harper | June 04, 2011 at 02:11 PM
I miss you Agnes. Tried emailing you to see if you were alright, but to no avail. This makes me sad. Hope all is well.
Posted by: Richard | June 04, 2011 at 09:18 PM
Agnes......where r u?????
Its been ages now since ur last post, Missing U:-)!!!!
Posted by: Nancy | June 06, 2011 at 03:08 PM
Where are you? Please post! I miss u :(
Posted by: shalmalee | June 11, 2011 at 01:42 AM
thinking of you and missing your updates.. hope you are doing good..
Posted by: Tara | June 20, 2011 at 10:05 PM
Miss you Agnes.
Posted by: Reenie | June 25, 2011 at 12:06 AM
:-(
Posted by: Nancy | July 02, 2011 at 04:02 AM
Great blog! The cat is so cute!
Posted by: Valeria panetta | July 06, 2011 at 12:14 PM
I hope you are doing well....
Posted by: colours | July 20, 2011 at 04:01 PM
..Hello.!. My dear.!.Stop posting forever.?.!.
Posted by: Jorge Alonso Pagliarini | July 26, 2011 at 12:53 AM
come back my dear girl.. you are being missed terribly.
Posted by: Tara | August 01, 2011 at 04:25 PM
Hello Agnes, it's been a long time since you haven't given news :(
miss you and your messages
hope you spend a nice summer
XOXO
Posted by: feeltheheat | August 02, 2011 at 09:46 AM
Here's to hoping nothing bad happened!
Posted by: Thirtyandawesome.blogspot.com | August 03, 2011 at 08:33 PM
Agnes...how are you???? Missing your posts!
Posted by: Wannabewriter | August 04, 2011 at 02:47 AM
I don't encounter many people who have trouble gaining weight, though I am aware they exist. There are a few things you could try, some of which you will undoubtedly feel are flippant at best and sarcastic at worst. First, if you can stand it...try purchasing a vat of lard from your local meat market and devour a handful each day. Or even better, start sampling various Haagen Dazs flavors (sorry no umlauts over the 'a', I'm fresh out) and pick the one you like best. Eat a whole pint 2 or 3 times each day. I love Rum Raisin and Cookies & Cream. Each pint contains the equivalent of 4 sticks of butter, I think. OR you could simply suck on 8 to 12 sticks of butter each day, but the Haagen Dazs tastes better, making it as habit forming for you as it was for me, hopefully. In fact the hardest part of this may be trying to stop once you hit your desired weight. Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are extremely fattening and don't require much space in your stomach to achieve the same goal. Sometimes I think Hersheys is trying to kill people with sweetness, but I know in reality they're simply trying to make a quick buck at the expense of my health.
Anyway, I hope I was helpful. You have a very nice blog with pictures that show talent in photography. Don't stop, please.
Posted by: Truckin' Buster | August 09, 2011 at 09:09 PM
hi agnes..I've been reading ur blog since long but have never commented. It's just that i wanted to ask how r u? it's been REALLY REALLY long time and u haven't posted anything... atleast update us that u r doing great!!!
Posted by: Bhavika | August 12, 2011 at 05:30 AM