Today is my Friday, thank goddness lol. It's been a mentally draining week for me work wise, ugh. Got my walk in with Hazel early this morning and it was still hot lol.
Martine I need to get a grip also, I've been eating out of control and it's all related to work stress. I'm hoping with me having a long weekend, I get pull it together
Down to 213.8, apparently my brain did some weird calculation and I thought I was already at 30lbs down, not sure how I got that but I'm only at 28 as of today, oh well, a couple more days and I'll actually be there lol!
Sorry I havent been very responsive to others this month. I'm crazy busy. Will try to do better in June.
A realization I've had: I decided to mix things up on my body and go sugar/refined carb free for three days, and holy is it hard for me to get in enough calories on just fruit, veg and lean protein! I feel so much fuller...but also find putting more water-dense foods into my body unappealing if I've had a lot already...funny that I never have that problem with bread :P
May
Starting Weight: 210
Goal Weight: 195
Calories
May 1: 2100
May 2: 1200
May 3: 1400
May 4: 1200
May 5: 1300
May 6: 2000
May 7: 1300
Weight: 207 (Down 3 this week. I wanted more, but I'll take it)
May 8: 2500 :/
May 9: 2500 ... stress/mild depression combo has knocked me for one over the past couple of days. Tomorrow will be better.
May 10: 1200
May 11: 900
May 12: 1000 ...oh dear. I've been too low for a couple of days now. Must make a point of hitting 1200 + tomorrow.
May 13: 1300
May 14: 1200
Weight: 206 (Boo. But not surprising, maybe. I think I'm bound to drop in the next few days, just going to work on keeping more mid-range rather than super low or high calorie this week)
May 15: 1500
May 16: 2300 (ugh. Today I just felt like I don't want to do the damn diet thing anymore. I did get to the gym but just biked for half an hour. Not feeling it)
May 17: 2300 (again. Boo. Super busy studying and munching got me through)
May 18: 1200 (that's more like it. Still not feeling it, though)
May 19: 2500
May 20: ???
May 21: ??? (Bad couple of days. I gave up for a while. Way over my calorie range)
Not weighing this week. It'll just frustrate me
May 22: 1200
May 23: 3000 (sigh - I think my Summer goal range has gone out the window)
May 24: 1000 (Not loving the high-low pattern, but it makes sense I wasn't hungry after yesterday. Going to really strive to even out and stay mid-range for the remainder of the month. and reduce the weight loss pressure. Just see what happens.)
May 25: 1200
May 26: 1200
Just a quick hello for me. I have tons to do today. Hazel and I have been outside all morning in the yard and walking. I hope that everyone has a great weekend and Memorial Day
Well, I've returned. Wow, have I missed hearing from you all and daily check ins. I'll try to catch up with responses but if not then I'll start fresh from this point on.
It's been a long, bittersweet two weeks for me and my siblings but we accomplished what we set out to do and that was to clear out mom and dad's house and close their estate. Aside from losing my parents and burying them, I've done nothing more emotional or difficult Our home has sold and it's difficult to think about the fact that I no longer have my childhood home where I can return. Yet, I enjoyed being with my family and am blessed to have shared this very difficult journey with them.
On a lighter note, due to working 12-15 hour days and eating sporadically and minimally, I lost 5 pounds. My weight right before I left had been hovering around 215-216. I stepped on the scale this morning and it read 210. Geez, is that what it takes to lose weight And I wasn't even trying Well, we'll see how long the loss lasts.
Okay, that's about it for me for now. Wishing everyone a great Friday and safe and wonderful Memorial Day weekend.
May 1: 2100
May 2: 1200
May 3: 1400
May 4: 1200
May 5: 1300
May 6: 2000
May 7: 1300
Weight: 207 (Down 3 this week. I wanted more, but I'll take it)
May 8: 2500 :/
May 9: 2500 ... stress/mild depression combo has knocked me for one over the past couple of days. Tomorrow will be better.
May 10: 1200
May 11: 900
May 12: 1000 ...oh dear. I've been too low for a couple of days now. Must make a point of hitting 1200 + tomorrow.
May 13: 1300
May 14: 1200
Weight: 206 (Boo. But not surprising, maybe. I think I'm bound to drop in the next few days, just going to work on keeping more mid-range rather than super low or high calorie this week)
May 15: 1500
May 16: 2300 (ugh. Today I just felt like I don't want to do the damn diet thing anymore. I did get to the gym but just biked for half an hour. Not feeling it)
May 17: 2300 (again. Boo. Super busy studying and munching got me through)
May 18: 1200 (that's more like it. Still not feeling it, though)
May 19: 2500
May 20: ???
May 21: ??? (Bad couple of days. I gave up for a while. Way over my calorie range)
Not weighing this week. It'll just frustrate me
May 22: 1200
May 23: 3000 (sigh - I think my Summer goal range has gone out the window)
May 24: 1000 (Not loving the high-low pattern, but it makes sense I wasn't hungry after yesterday. Going to really strive to even out and stay mid-range for the remainder of the month. and reduce the weight loss pressure. Just see what happens.)
May 25: 1200
May 26: 1200
May 27: 1300
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Boy is it hot out lol. Hazel and I just finished our walk and I'm pooped lol. I think I'm going to make some breakfast and relax for a bit before I run some errands.
I hope that everyone is doing ok, it's been awful quiet around here lately I plan to get back on track with my eating regime on Tuesday, I've been eating way too much.
Boy is it hot out lol. Hazel and I just finished our walk and I'm pooped lol. I think I'm going to make some breakfast and relax for a bit before I run some errands.
I hope that everyone is doing ok, it's been awful quiet around here lately I plan to get back on track with my eating regime on Tuesday, I've been eating way too much.
Have a great day everyone
Hope you have a great day too! It's hot here in GA - and it was in the 90's this past week in Philly! I told my client that I joined this project in hopes of finding a nice normal-ish place for the summer! Haha!
Hang in there, Bookmark!
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well just like Trina I typed an entire reply and lost it but I will catch up ... I promise
Hugs to you friend! Saw your other post above - try not to stress or beat yourself up over the scale # - just focus on what you can each day! Text me anytime if you need a sounding board or just a funny joke or two! <3
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212.4 today!
Nice work!!! Your numbers and pace are great!
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friends.
Well, I've returned. Wow, have I missed hearing from you all and daily check ins. I'll try to catch up with responses but if not then I'll start fresh from this point on.
It's been a long, bittersweet two weeks for me and my siblings but we accomplished what we set out to do and that was to clear out mom and dad's house and close their estate. Aside from losing my parents and burying them, I've done nothing more emotional or difficult Our home has sold and it's difficult to think about the fact that I no longer have my childhood home where I can return. Yet, I enjoyed being with my family and am blessed to have shared this very difficult journey with them.
On a lighter note, due to working 12-15 hour days and eating sporadically and minimally, I lost 5 pounds. My weight right before I left had been hovering around 215-216. I stepped on the scale this morning and it read 210. Geez, is that what it takes to lose weight And I wasn't even trying Well, we'll see how long the loss lasts.
Okay, that's about it for me for now. Wishing everyone a great Friday and safe and wonderful Memorial Day weekend.
Really glad you were able to share that time/journey with your siblings. My grandmother moved out of her house (aka my childhood home away from childhood home, lol) in 2008 and later that year my mom and stepdad sold their house (my actual childhood home) and moved across town. I thought it was hard then - so I really do sympathize with you trying to do it after losing both parents. That takes a lot of mental strength to get through that AND take care of the house sale/estate with family and everyone leave there without any issues. My family has some dysfunctional dynamics between my aunts and uncles - which is sad. So kudos to you all - and hang in there.
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Holding steady at 211.9. Surprised at that, because hubby ordered pizza last night and I was too tired to cook so I sat down and happily enjoyed it. I had to stop myself from continuing though. I could have easily eaten the entire pie. At least I recognized that I wasn't hungry anymore before gobbling it all down, but probably a slice or two too late. Oh well.
I loved the part "happily enjoyed it" - girl I was the same way 2 weekends ago. We ordered - and I've been doing low carb so I knew 1 slice would through me out of ketosis - but i happily and rapidly devoured 3 pieces, LOL. But, like you, that was a win! I didn't eat the whole thing and lick the cardboard box. Progress.
Hi to everyone - Jill, Joe, Martine (hang in there friend!)
Hope everyone here has a great holiday weekend (even our non-US friends - take the Monday off and tell them Alicia made you do it, ha)
edit: As for me - doing really well this month. I'm going to the beach for a week with 10 other family/friends in late June, sooooo the fear hit me at the end of April and I started low carb. I did it 6-7 years ago but never would stick with it - so this time I've really hung in there. I did go rogue 2 weeks ago when a friend came to town and stayed for the weekend but other than that, doing great! Down about 14 pounds since May 1st. Tryinnnnng to hit 230 by 6/1 but we'll see.
Kukkie84 how has your water intake been? It's a good idea to get back on plan one thing at a time.
curvynotlumpy welcome back. It's good that you had your family with you during the difficult task that you all faced
loveofmylife001 we too went and enjoyed a great walk with Loki this morning. It's going to be a really hot day again today and we'll be planting flowers on our balcony and taking in the sun.
Still having ups and downs with my food. Ever trying.
01: 237.4
02: 236.8
03: 235.4
04: 235.4
05: 235.6
06: 235.6
07: 236.6
08: 237.0 no idea why my weight is going back up (sigh)
09: 236.6
10: 235.4
11: 236.6
12: 236.2
13: 236.0
14: 237.4
15: 237.4
16: 237.0
17: 236.0
18: 236.6
19: 236.6
20: 237.0
21: 237.6
22: 238.4
23: 237.2
24: 236.8
25: 238.4
26: no weigh-in
27: 239.0
28: 237.6
Went back up to 213.4 today but I'm not worried about it, I ate really really late last night so that's probably why. Hope everyone has a great holiday weekend!
5/18: 208.8
5/19: 209
5/20: 208.0
5/21: 206.8 (TOM)
5/22: 208.6 (TOM) MY SCALES ARE DYSLEXIC!!!
5/23: 205.2 (TOM)
5/24: 202.2 (TOM) I WANT INTO ONEDERLAND!!!!!!!!!!
5/25: 206.8
5/28: 207.6 I went to a dietitian yesterday and she is taking my scales! I'm allowed to weigh in once a month, starting Tuesday.
May 1: 2100
May 2: 1200
May 3: 1400
May 4: 1200
May 5: 1300
May 6: 2000
May 7: 1300
Weight: 207 (Down 3 this week. I wanted more, but I'll take it)
May 8: 2500 :/
May 9: 2500 ... stress/mild depression combo has knocked me for one over the past couple of days. Tomorrow will be better.
May 10: 1200
May 11: 900
May 12: 1000 ...oh dear. I've been too low for a couple of days now. Must make a point of hitting 1200 + tomorrow.
May 13: 1300
May 14: 1200
Weight: 206 (Boo. But not surprising, maybe. I think I'm bound to drop in the next few days, just going to work on keeping more mid-range rather than super low or high calorie this week)
May 15: 1500
May 16: 2300 (ugh. Today I just felt like I don't want to do the damn diet thing anymore. I did get to the gym but just biked for half an hour. Not feeling it)
May 17: 2300 (again. Boo. Super busy studying and munching got me through)
May 18: 1200 (that's more like it. Still not feeling it, though)
May 19: 2500
May 20: ???
May 21: ??? (Bad couple of days. I gave up for a while. Way over my calorie range)
Not weighing this week. It'll just frustrate me
May 22: 1200
May 23: 3000 (sigh - I think my Summer goal range has gone out the window)
May 24: 1000 (Not loving the high-low pattern, but it makes sense I wasn't hungry after yesterday. Going to really strive to even out and stay mid-range for the remainder of the month. and reduce the weight loss pressure. Just see what happens.)
May 25: 1200
May 26: 1200
May 27: 1300
May 28: 1200
I hope that everyone is having a great weekend so far? I just wanted to check really fast before I get my day going. Hazel and I finished our walk and it's crazy hot and humid. It's the type of weather that forces you to drink water lol Well, have a great day everyone, I'll be back tomorrow
Our home has sold and it's difficult to think about the fact that I no longer have my childhood home where I can return. Yet, I enjoyed being with my family and am blessed to have shared this very difficult journey with them. 
And I wasn't even trying 
Well, we'll see how long the loss lasts. 
... I promise 
