SUGAR BUSTERS WEEKLY SUPPORT BOARD 2/19-2/25

[Debelli]

This is the SUGAR BUSTERS WEEKLY SUPPORT BOARD where all of you who are following this WOE, or are thinking about doing so, are welcome to come join in and be a part of our wonderful group.

Other than finding support and friendship on this board, we also try to do something during the the week to add a little difference to our board.

MONDAY-MOTIVIATIONAL MONDAY
TUESDAY-TUESDAYS TIP
WEDNESDAY-WEIGH-IN WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY-THURSDAY RECIPE DAY
FRIDAY-FRIDAY FITNESS

Please visit our NEWLY UPDATED BIO BOARD where you can learn more about everyone who is on this board:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//Forum55/HTML/000082.html

Please make sure you post your BIO on the NEWEST VERSION of our BIO BOARD everyone!!!!


Our FEBRUARY 2001 RECIPE BOARD can be located at the link below:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//Forum55/HTML/000107.html

We have FOUR NEW INFORMATIVE BOARDS!!!! Please take a few minutes to visit them! New information is continually being posted, so please make sure you visit them often:

THE RECOMMENDED READING BOARD:


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THE TOOLS & TIPS BOARD:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//Forum55/HTML/000054.html

THE FOOD INFORMATION BOARD:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//Forum55/HTML/000055.html

MOTIVATIONAL & INSPIRING THOUGHTS BOARD

http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//Forum55/HTML/000078.html

We also now have a SB WEEKLY EXERCISE BOARD that you can log your daily/weekly exercises on:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//Forum55/HTML/000127.html

WANT TO POST YOUR WEEKLY WEIGHT LOSS INFO and BE COUNTED in our weekly totals of pounds lost?? Go to the WEEKLY WEIGH IN BOARD BELOW to post your stats!

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WELCOME! :D

[cheri45]

Hi everyone! I haven't been on in the last couple of days. I have been out of control the last couple of days. I WILL BE BACK on track tomorrow. My uncle called me Saturday to let my mother and I know that my grandmother died. Rather than saying much I tend to eat my feelings away.

Anyway, tomorrow is a new day and I will do better. Thanks for being here.

Cheri
278/276/145
Indianapolis, IN

My AOL Instant Messenger name is ShryStreet

[Debelli]

Good Monday Morning Everyone! :D

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!!!

Nothing exciting to talk about on my end, still sick, that's about as exciting as I have been for the past week.

TODAY IS MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY and here's my contribution:

ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT

In an instant your attitude can change, when you decide to change it. It requires no money, no technical skill or knowledge, no preparation, no physical strength. You don't need anyone else's consent or assistance. It is free and easy and quickly accomplished.
When your attitude is holding you back, when it is making you miserable, when it is working against your efforts, change it. Just change it. Realize that a positive perspective will add value to any situation, and it costs you nothing. In fact, it pays to be positive. You can then clearly see opportunity, and you can see how to capitalize on it. You'll engender the support, respect and admiration of others. You'll be getting things done rather than worrying about how things are.

Your attitude is one of the most powerful tools available to you. You can control and direct it, and it can change the world for you. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by being positive right now, no matter what is going on. Take a moment to inject yourself with a winning attitude. It will steadily lead you to a winning reality.

-- Ralph Marston


CHERI, our condolences to you and your family during this time. I'm sure you'll be back on track soon enough :)

IAMAP, sorry you won't be able to join us again. If there is any way you could change your schedule, let us know.

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THURSDAY NIGHT AT 9:30PM EST for the weekly scheduled chat. I know it's not condusive for everyone to be there, but for those of you who can, please try to come and chat!!!

I'll check in with you all later, I'm going back to bed http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif

Have a great week!!!!

Debbie
194/135/129
Miami, FL



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[Cathy H]

Good Morning everyone! Well I have today off because it is President's Day! Back to work tomorrow. It will be good for me I'm sure.

CHERI~ My prayers are with you and your family. I know exactly what you are going through. God Bless You~

I went to Anderson's yesterday and they carry 70% Chocolate. Not bad! I won't keep too much of it around. I figure I'll only need it once a month or so. They do carry the sweet potato chips. I didn't purchase them too expensive. Maybe at a later time.

Well DH and I have some shopping to do so I'll check in later.

Happy Monday to everyone..

Cathy in Ohio

[cmd4joy]

Good Morning Wonderful Losers!!!

I'm wide awake on a holiday, at 5 a.m. YUCK!! Deb told me to go back to bed, and I just might do that.

I tried a new recipe yesterday, for Rice Flour Cookies. YUMMY! I'm going to post it today. It makes 24 cookies, with 49 calories each.

Off to try to find some motivation to share.




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Healthy Hugs,
Connie
251.5/240.5/150
Janesville CA (an itty bitty town 80 miles NW of Reno NV)

[overcome]

Good morning all...
So glad to have a day off! Hubby has the day off also :)

I had a hellish day yesterday...although if I put it in perspective, it wasn't so bad. It involved too much driving and bickering. ANYWAY..i was forced to eat white bread. We were supposed to stop and eat but my aunt insisted we eat at her house when we got there. She had beef noodle soup with carrots!!! (I just ate the broth), Sloppy Joes (which I don't like), and pizza made with one of those premade crusts. I had to have a slice b/c I was STARVING!!!! This contributed to my pissy mood. I put it all behind me and I'm feeling a bit better today.

The AOL instant message program is pretty cool. I'll have to limit myself or I'll be chatting the night away!!

Cathy and Cheri...so sorry to hear of the death of your respective grandparents. I know its difficult. On one hand you know they have lived a long life and if they were sick you don't want them to suffer but on the other hand it breaks your heart. It gets better with time, but life is never quite the same.

DEB...still sick?? It can't last much longer. Hope you feel better soon. At least you were able to enjoy the family get together. Those cholesterol numbers sound good! I should have mine checked but I don't really want to know as it was high about five years ago....I will make an appointment though. Esp. since I've been doing SB.

JOY....what a wonderful idea! I used to have the Master Cook program. THat is a great way to figure out the nutrional info. Thanks for volunteering! How's that wrist feeling?

MELF...are you feeling any better? On days when I feel depressed and sorry for myself I usually just let myself wallow in it for awhile...that's part of life!! I know things will turn around soon. Just like I know the sun comes up no matter what!!

ELLIE...how did you weekend go with Coleman's birthday and the guests?? Since I had my near cookie breakdown, I am afraid to bake anything! I have to get the carob chips so I can try your cookies.

QUILTER...hiya! Did you tell your DH how much we had in common??!! :) I put you on my AOL list. Has your friend gotten anymore news regarding her cancer? It will be a long journey but research shows that ppl with a positive attitude and good support system do better. Easier said (the attitude part) than done. Cancer used to equal death, but it is NOT like that anymore, thank goodness. It still stinks. Give your friend lots of hugs :)

amseraphim...going off the wagon is bound to happen..we're human. Doesn't it feel good to get back to SB though? I think I might start carrying emergency legal food with me when I go somewhere so I'm not forced to eat something I shouldn't. I'm going crazy!


gloryb...nice to see you again!

To anyone I missed...hello hello hello. I'm off to get on the treadmill. BBL

Ashley



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Poconos, PA
Fitday Journal
http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=overcome

[BIGORANGEBABEATWORK]

DEB WAIT!!!! This is gross, but I have to ask...unless your mucus is another color except clear, the antibiotics WON'T HELP....

MORNING EVERYONE,

ANOTHER MONDAY>>>>>ANOTHER FOUR DAYS UNTIL THE WEEKEND!!!! Can't wait...

Everyone have a good day, I'll converse after I get home.

[viv]

Happy &*(^%-in Monday :mad: everyone!

I am not in a good mood! I know 5 people who are in tropical climates, but I am here, having to take the kids to hockey and deal with the cold. DH can never get off February break - he is in television and February is the most important rating period of the year, so no one is cut loose. I hate that!

Also - girly question here...Anyone who is taking BCP - do you ever have breakthrough bleeding? I'm on week 3 of my pack and have never had this before, spotting yesterday, today and cramping? :confused: That's never happened before, and I wonder if it is impacting...

MY WEIGHT!! It seems to be up a pound or two. I have been soooo gooooood except that Friday Sweet Potato Chip binge (gues they're off the list....). Or would that have shown up now? Help! Someone make me feel better - I've been doing so well and the scale has been going DOWN - this AM it was up and I don't do well with that... :(

HELP!

Sorry, not your typical cheery Viv today... http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//crying.gif

I kept up with ALL the posts over the weekend but just can't get the time TO post....

But...

Cheri and Cathy - I am so sorry about your grandparents. I never knew my Dad's (Holocaust), and my mom's died when I was just 12. So you are so fortunate to have known them when you are adults. I am sure you both appreciated them so much....

Debbie - Carob is totally Okay? Also, tried to look in food info boards, etc., re: agave nectar, which I found. I was trying to figure out the conversion when subsitituting for honey? Can ya point me in the right direction please! Wow - 135! That is awesome. It's interesting watching your weight go down, down down down....hopefully I'm right behind ya!

Ashley - It was nice chattin' with ya last nite. I have to be careful with IM too, as I went to bed WAY too late and am paying for it now! ;)

Everyone else - I am so grateful for this wonderful support. Hope to cheer up a bit...just don't know how long it will take!

Viv http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif
146/??/128
Simsbury, CT

[viv]

Ashley and I discussed this last nite, we both leaned towards the same conclusion but I need it sanctioned please... :D

Which types of bagel are legal? Pumpernickel and rye? Whole grain (isn';t there sugar in those?). These with a bit of cream cheese are such a great on the run breakfast, would really help me out in Disney!

Let me know and thanks!

Viv

[viv]

Sorry - I had to add this. I found this via the Sweet Talk boards and thought it was kinda interesting - letters from Leighton Steward to Michael MOntignac -something different, if you all haen't already discovered it....
http://www.ericahouse.com/montignac/bustind.html

Viv http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif

[gloryb]

Good Morning Ladies :)

This is a new day, and today i'm determind to get back on my time schedule. I really feel that if I go by a later time schedule for eating that I won't get the craving that I've been experienceing:O Hope this helps.

Deb: I'm so sorry to hear that your still feeling ill. But on the other hand it is exciting to hear that your down to 135. Wow girl. and that's the hard way. but please get well soon. We all http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//love.gifyou

Cathy,&Cheri, I so very sorry for your loss. I do know what your going through and have been in the same spot. I'll keep you in my prayers this is a hard time for you and your families. take care and God Bless.

Orange: How you doing girl I alway love hearing from you. I love reading your post there always so full of whats going on. I wish i could be that interesting. some time we'll have to have a chat put me on your buddy list and if you ever see me on im me.

Overcome: I love the way you tell it like it is. Boy you really get right to the point and man I think that we all get ticked now and then and it's great to be able to express it and have a great support group that understands.

Joy: the cook book sounds like a great idea, you really are a busy lady.

Well It's getting sunny here today so I need to get busy outside. were expecting rain tomorrow so I need to get busy before that happens. Love to all Glory

[THE BIG ORANGE BABE]

Evening,
Just a short note to Cathy...AIM won't let me add your name. It says there are invalid characters?

BOB
SW FLA

[cmd4joy]

I had the same problem with Cathy's AIM name.


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Healthy Hugs,
Connie
251.5/240.5/150
Janesville CA (an itty bitty town 80 miles NW of Reno NV)

[cmd4joy]

Thanks for all the input on my cookbook idea! It will take some time, but I hope to be able to get it together. It will be very simple, but have our favorite recipes. I'm going to go through all the recipe boards, and try some of them, and if there are any that anyone wants in the book in particular, just let me know which board it's on.

Deb... I did get back to sleep this a.m., for 3 hours. I also called my doctor .... did you??? LOL!

Regarding my wrist.... yesterday I noticed that my thumb and index finger had gone to sleep. And they didn't wake up. I called the ER, and they told me to either come in or wait till my doctor was available. Figured I'd save the ER fee (podunk ER). So I called my doctor and left a message on his answering machine. He called me back a couple hours later, and told me to take the splint off (there goes a pound or two), and loosen the bandages, and give it 24 hours. I haven't noticed much difference, but I'll give it some more time!!!! It does hurt more without the splint support, but it will be nice to wash my hair!!!!

Still haven't posted that Rice Cookie Recipe.... but I will.... we made gravy with brown rice flour today..... DON'T.... tasted okay, just had a gritty texture.... and the dog didn't like it. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//insane.gif

Off to finish a game of Scrabble.


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Healthy Hugs,
Connie
251.5/240.5/150
Janesville CA (an itty bitty town 80 miles NW of Reno NV)

[THE BIG ORANGE BABE]

EVENING AGAIN :D

SO, WHERE IS EVERY BUDDY??? When the SUPER CHICK is down for the "cluck", everyone is supposed to come out and play!! :eek:

I just made the most delicious green beans!!
Had them with a grilled pork chop and baked sweet potato! YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM

I'm getting ready to recline...good show on tonight...BOSTON PUBLIC...100 CENTRE STREET,
I could go on and on...Looks like everyone is already reclined anyway...

OH..by the way...DEB, in response to your suggestion to go to FRESH MARKET...YOU KNOW HOW DIFFICULT IT IS FOR ME TO keep MYSELF from BUYING THEIR PIMENTO CHEESE!!! YUMMMMMMM
BUT, my Mother has now told me that I have to pick some up for her, so I'll have to put a padlock on my cooler bag!!!! They do have some GREAT SOURDOUGH BREAD too...oh hell, everything they have is GOOD!!!

QUILTER: I heard today that TRADER JOE'S is checking out the Columbus area...isn't that about two hours away from you? OH MY GAWD!!!
KROGERS AND TRADER JOE'S.... http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif

NITE NITE http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif

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I'M NOT FAT....JUST FLUFFY! DON'T JUDGE ME TILL YOU'VE WALKED A MILE IN MY SHOES!!!!

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[The Quilter]

HI FRIENDS!!!!

Hope everybody’s Monday has been super. Mine was okay. My boss felt bad that she had made us come in on a holiday, so we took a really long shopping break (about 2 1/2 hours). That was sweet. We actually went to Wild Oats (my first trip). I found the CHOCOLOVE 70% chocolate bar. I’m so excited!!! But threw it in the freezer as soon as I got home. I’m going to make it so I have to PLAN to eat it and not do it in the heat of the moment. Also bought some carob peanut butter out of the grinder machine. Even though it looks ABSOLUTELY disgusting, it tastes pretty good. I just take a little on the tip of my spoon and savor every morsel.

ORANGE---I STILL cannot find the Wiley’s. Checked a bigger Krogers this weekend and WO today and everybody keeps looking at me like I’ve got three heads. Would you mind picking up a couple of different packets for me and I can get them from you in March???? If you want I’ll send you the $$$ now. Just let me know how much they are. I told the Kroger produce guy that the Atlanta Krogers has them. He said that if I could bring in an empty container, he’d see about ordering them. I can’t understand that Krogers is based in Cincinnati, but we don’t get all the good stuff here. Weird. Anyways, I just had to vent to you and then beg for your kindness. LOL!

CHERI & CATHY---So sorry to hear about your grandmother’s passing. Mine died in 1985 and I still miss her terribly. My prayers are with you and your family.

DEB---Did you think I was being a smart *** when I asked if you thought Sharon’s presence was a help? I sure hope you didn’t. Because that’s definitely NOT where I was going. Please accept my apology if my thoughts came out wrong. I wish you’d start to feel better soon. This seems to be dragging on. Did you make an appt today? I’m not for taking antibiotics all the time, but in a case like this, honey, you need some. Is your fever still hanging around???

JOY---Your cookies sound WONDERFUL!!! Sorry to hear about the numbness. That must be really irritating. I have this thing where I wake up inthe middle of the night because my hand has fallen asleep. At least if I shake it, it goes away, but yours is hanging around. Not a pleasant feeling. I’m hoping you get some sweet relief from it real soon.

OVERCOME---Thanks so much for your comforting words about cancer. You are so right. It did used to be a death sentence, but now there is so much that can be done. I haven’t talked to her today. May call after I finish here. She’s such a great person with a full and vital life. It’s going to be so hard for her to be out of commission for a while during that first series of chemo. But we don’t even know if it’s spread anywhere (into the lymph nodes or centenal nodes) yet. So I’m not sure when that procedure will be.
Thanks again. You’re a doll for thinking of her and also for comforting me.

VIV---Hang in there, girl! I’m so glad you get on and tell us when you are in a bad mood. Winter can be very depressing. I can relate to that one in a BIG way. If you’re having breakthrough bleeding, you should call your doctor. (Are you sure you didn’t miss a pill? I take mine right before bed and I’ve missed a few times and then had some spotting.) Did you just start taking a new kind of BCP? That was another reason I had some bleeding before . . . until I found the right one that worked for me. I sure hope you have a better day tomorrow. Remember . . . there has to be somebody further north than you who’s feet are ten times as cold as yours. Smile to yourself when you think about that poor person and how you are sitting in a better position than him. (Does this sound like a load of bull??? Part of me thinks “yes”, but then the other part thinks it’s a weak attempt to make you smile or laugh.) I’m trying to think of a funny story, but nothing is popping into mind. Do you watch Will & Grace? I think the two side-kicks are pretty funny. Can you tell I’m grasping at straws to think of something funny. I think I’m getting pretty pathetic, so I’ll just stop for now and say I’m thinking about you and trying to send you some smiles telepathically. Are they making it?????

I feel very fat and bloated today. TOM is just around the corner. I sure hope that’s it. I’m fearing the WIW. Today’s eating was somewhat better. I’ve decided that I MUST start writing everything down. I had done that for so many months in Weight Watchers and was so sick of doing it. But I realize that I am not keeping track very well. So I decided today to start keeping record and eating the correct portion size.

I have a small thought for Motivational Monday. I’m re-reading The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. He says that there are four agreements to live our lives by in order to achieve personal freedom. In a nutshell they are: 1. Be impeccable with your word--meaning always speak the truth and always speak from love. 2. Never take anything personally--this part was VERY eye-opening for me. 3. Never make any assumptions--Making an assumption comes from poor communication and we live like our assumption is the truth when all it really is is something we’ve created in our very busy minds. 4. Always do your best--this is the one that I can really key in on about losing weight. He says that if we ALWAYS do our best then we do not need to feel guilty or judge ourselves. He says that our best is different from day to day. If we’re sick, our best won’t be what it would be on a totally healthy day. If we are super busy and pulled in 8 million directions, our best will be different. Here’s a great quote “Doing your best, you are going to live your life intensely. You are going to be productive, you are going to be good to yourself, because you will be giving yourself to your family, to your commuity, to everything. But it is the action that is going to make you feel intensely happy. When you always do your best, you take action. Doing your best is taking the action because you love it, not because you’re expecting a reward. Most people do exactly the opposite: They only take action when they expect a reward, and they don’t enjoy the action. And that’s the reason they don’t do their best.” Kim talking now . . . For me, this is why I’m faltering with this wonderful way of eating. I am focusing every single day on the reward (getting to goal) when it would be better for me to focus on the act of getting myself happy & healthy. Sometimes I feel like each day is a substitute teacher and I’m going to try and get by with as much stuff as possible and see what the scales say. I am NOT focusing or loving the action. I’m just loving the reward. And for me, I don’t think there will be a reward unless I fall in love with the action. Hope this makes sense and isn’t too heavy or boring or “out there.” It’s a great book!

Hope all is well with everyone. Talk to you later.
Kim

[beachfan37]

Hi Everyone...

Sorry I haven't been on in a while. As you know I was sick most of last week and am still feeling very puny. We had a horrible storm here on Friday and it did significant damage. Some of you may not know but I work for the Red Cross so I have been working around the clock trying to help the people whose homes were so badly damaged. Well I have to go...just wanted you to know I hadn't abandoned anyone...

Anna
B'ham
222/140/140

[lamap]

Good evening all
I hope all had a great Monday...The great way to start the week is with a great day. My day went well...I feel good, I walked my 100th mile tonight. I have been walking every night but only doing 2 or 3 miles each time, so I was please to get that many miles behnd my, now I am going for 3 or 4 miles each night.
I feel like I am not doing so great with the way I am eating. I am still following SB but I have been snacking "alittle" more and more. Today I started to finish my son's fries from Mcdonald's. Had to throw them in the back seat, out of reach, so I wouldn't finish them. I think maybe I need to reread the book again. I need the reinforcement.

I am sorry to hear that some of you are still feeling blah,,,and sorry to hear about the loss some of you had in you families.

I hope all have a great weight loss week and success in all you do. Laurie

[Bunny Lover]

Hi everyone. It's been forever since I've checked in. I've been working a lot on my scrapbooking, and I seem to have time for either that or the computer, but not both. I tried to check in the other night, but it wasn't working for some reason.

Anyway, I'm plugging away on this WOL. Today has been HARD. That TOM is soon approaching and I feel soooooo out of control. So far, I haven't eaten anything "illegal", but oh, how I want to!! Once a month I just want to chuck it all and go for all the horrible, obnoxious white flour laden garbage!!! Hopefully I can hang in there.

That's all from rainy Northern CA. Good Tuesday to all of you.

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Barb
"Success is a journey- not a destination!!"

[Rhroo]

Well its Monday! woooo hoooo. Hope everyone survived the week end. I had no work tonight because of the Holiday. My kids are returned in good condition! They had a good visit with there cousins and aunts. Hubby got spoiled by all the attention he got. We needed a break. (he better not get used to it). Talk about being off schedule. He sabbotages (?)me also and i don't like it. I did get my excersise! but my week end was a total blow out it seems like food wise! Today was a near perfect Sugar Buster day! (who is perfect!) I went to a book store and turned a woman on to the sugar buster book she said her hubby had high colesteral and was looking for something! I told her to go to the library though! We also chatted about Weight watchers. Its nice to be able to help someone even if they don't take your advise! I really stressed the food craving thing though! I don't have much time. Hope everyone is feeling better.
Cheri-hugs to you for your loss. Life is a precious thing.
Deb-I don't know the deal with the Jack daniels and the sweet potatoes! She had them layered with slices of oranges too! They where tasty! Hope you got ahold of the Dr.
Bunny-hang in there!!! that TOM can be a PAIN! Don't ya hate bein a woman?
lamap-congrats on the excersise! I got out today and yesterday for a walk felt good! Old habits die hard huh -with the frys! I think that was my slip up today with my near perfect day one fry from yucky smelly BK! Oh well gotta train those kids to eat all their junk right!
beach-sorry to hear about the storm. You seem to get all the bad weather! I though snow was bad. Hope you feel better soon!
Viv- cheer up!!!!!! I know how ya feel! Just think of Disney and how good you'll feel then!!! I am jealous!
Overcome-glad your feeling better today. A day off always helps! I know how ya feel about food and visiting. That is part of the reason i let my kids go to the inlaws for a visit with out me this week end! Not a good excuse but i never know what they will eat and i don't want to be a pain! Oh well i guess we just have to deal with it right? :D
Wish i could chat on Thursday! can't work! anyone who want to go in during the day let me know-somehow!!! have a great day tomorrow. I am going roller skating with the kids woooooo hooooo-great excersise! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif

[country]

WHY do the Girl Scouts HAVE to sell cookies? Why can't it be power tools like the commercial?! My husband ordered 2 boxes of the mint cookies, http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//love.gif before I started my new WOE. They came today. He is keeping one at the office, but one is in my freezer. Do you know that a serving is 4 cookies and there are 10 servings in a box? Each serving is 140 Cal and 10g sugar? Why can't we drop the 0's and have 14 cal and 1 sugar? Just the SMELL makes my mouth water! The ingredients say they are made with wheat flour. Doesn't that make it just a little bit legal? :( Oh, well. Maybe one a week for the next 40 weeks. LOL

Just got home from work and need to get some sleep, so don't have time to post individually. Sounds like several are having bummer days. Hope tomorrow is better.

Still haven't heard anything on the hypothyroidism. Did have another allergic reaction to something this weekend but no clue as to what. My lips swelled and this time I had an asthma attack at the same time.

Have a good night. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif

Lana
220/214/150
Colchester, IL

[Debelli]

Good Tuesday Morning Everyone! :D

I can't believe I didn't get on the board last night, I was slowly fading away BEFORE Everybody Loves Raymond came on last night. I couldn't stay up! :eek: I was in bed before 9:30pm, gosh, I must be getting old!!!

Sharon came down for a few hours and got me out of the house, nothing exciting, just nice to get out for a couple hours. Still not feeling 100% but a little better today. I'm planning to go up her way today, Eli is working, kids are being picked up by their Dad and I'm a free woman all day long!!! Maybe we can take in a movie, that would be fun.

CATHY, never heard of Anderson's, but what brand of chocolate did you end up getting?? I have a friend coming from the UK and I've asked her to find me some good high cocoa content chocolate to add to my stash :)

JOY, let us know when you get the cookie recipe posted, can't wait to try it! Nope, I didn't get the Dr., slap my wrists. Speaking of wrists, how is yours doing today, is the feeling coming back???

OVERCOME, I had this mental picture of you, a gun, and a piece of white bread! LOL!! I'm sure you'll be surprised if you get your chol. done, SB surely must of brought it down. Eli's is really high, 290! :eek: He's going to a study of a new drug, suppose to be better than Lipitor. Hope it helps!

BIGORANGE, which color would you like?? Trust me, it has color! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sick.gif I think it's getting better, or at least I'm hoping it is. I would rather not have to take antibiotic if I don't have to, I'll see how I do today. Try doing Cathy's AIM without the underscore, that's what I did, though I haven't seen if that works or not. So I guess a stop to Fresh Market will be on the agenda???

QUILTER, glad you were able to find the Chocolove, my store down here doesn't carry it, not sure why, as I know they have it in other states, which is where I got it. I didn't think you were being a smarty pants at all :) I don't think I'm running much of a fever, if any, today - I'll see how I feel after today and then decide if I will call the Dr. THanks for worrying about me :D

VIV, don't worry about being up, hormones do that to us-just be patient, it will go back down. I highly doubt the chips did that to you, one meal won't make you gain a pound! Unsweetened carob is fine. The agave nectar, use measure for measure in place of honey, when used in baking, lower oven 25 degrees and watch whatever you are making, sometimes bakes a little faster. You'd have to know how the bagels are made, what's in them, but I would probably say pump is better. Remember serving sizes as well, bagels these days are BIG! I have seen those letters before, interesting, huh?!?

GLORY, how are you doing? Have those cravings subsided. You said your hubby was leaving town, how long is he away for???

BEACH, seems being sick is hanging on for us both. Hope you get better quickly. Sorry to hear there's more work due to disasters for you, seems AL has gotten some nasty hits this year!

IAMAP, congrats on going that 100th mile-keep up the walking. I really miss my walking this past week, I love it!

BUNNY, glad to see you on the board, and still keeping on plan. Trust me, we all get nuts around that TOM, but it passes, as you well know. You'll get through that time with flying colors!

RHROO, glad to hear you had a great SB day. Trust me, your hubby isn't the only one who tries to get you to eat non-SB things, Eli does too. He knows I won't partake, but I guess he feels lonely when he's eating crap that he knows he shouldn't! He wants company, no way Jose!

COUNTRY, I know what you mean, the GS are all over down here selling their wares. I haven't bought a single box, and thin mints are my favorites as well. You made me laugh-listing all the info! Do what I do, have someone eat one and let them breath on your nose, as you inhale so deeply with closed eyes - it works! LOL!!!

Gotta run, time for Michael to get ready for school. I'll try to check in before I go up to see Sharon, otherwise, I'll check in with you all tonight.

Have a wonderful day!!!

Debbie
194/135.5/129

[Debelli]

Just a quickie...

Forgot it was Tuesday with yesterday being a holiday! Just wanted to remind you all that TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!!! I hope the metal monster is kind to us all!!!

Oh, and nut that I am, I went out and walked this morning after 1 full week of no exercise - I had to, at least try to do it. I went 3.5 miles, it was hard, I went slow, but hey, I went - now I hope I don't get more sick than I still am.

I'm off to Broward! I'll check in with you all tonight!

Debbie :D
194/135.5/129
Miami, Fl

[viv]

Morning Everyone.....
Feeling slightly less miserable today - the temps will go into the 40s and I got one hockey practice out of the way for the week -2 to go, not including the weekend (but we're going away for a nite, so we'll miss those)....you have no idea how hard it is to tie your kid's skates with cold hands! Forget about having nice nails!!!!

Still having BCP issues so I have a call into the doctor, probably take them 4 hours to call me back. I'm bloated and irritable so you'd think it was TOM...I'm confused. :confused: Anyway, I hope the weight drops when this is over because it's bumming me out! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//crying.gif

This w/e we are going to see my inlaws for the first time in 3.5 years. Long story, basically, they misbehaved (again and again) and DH told them - that's it! So, while they haven't apologized, they have begged us to start over, so this is their first chance. We'll see. Anyway, MIL has lost 40 lbs on WW and it will be interesting to see her. She's short and quite block-shaped so I wonder what the 40 lbs lost will look like on her. Personally, I'll feel good if I'm just in the 130s....What an exciting getaway....not!

Connie - has the feeling come back in your fingers? Hope so...

Quilter - Hmmmm....I'm going to WO today and I dont' remember ever seeing carob peanut butter near the grinders - it sounds so good, I'm going to have to ask for it! One of the reasons I'm headed there is they make sushi with brown rice....I MUST have some sushi. There is sugar in the ingredients, but I know that is from the mixture they pour onto the rice to make it sushi rice....so it's not a lot. I need a fix! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//insane.gif Keep us posted on your GF - she will prevail! BTW I tried IM-ing you last nite but....you ignored me,..... http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//crying.gif Thanks for the cheerup attempt - ya did get me to laugh, but I have to admit, then I did go back to being a crabby b*tch...I liked your motivational info - focusing on the action rather than the reward....I try to keep that focus. sometimes I'm just more successful than others.

Lamap - Congrats on the 100th mile! Do you use a pedomater? I hear ya re: the fries....I always put them in the back seat...then I stop the car and go to the back seat and get them!

:mad: DH just called me and was very annoying.....men!

Beach - the south sure does get some nasty storms.

Rhroo - You're lucky you can drop the kids with the ILs. I don't have that benefit.

Country - I fell for the GS cookies too! It would have been politically incorrect for me not to buy them. Now I just have to hide them when they get in the house, altho, honestly, I have not have the cravings I used to!

DEb - ooooohhhhh,,,, go see "Chocolat"! What a great chick flick! I cannot wait to see "Bridget Jones Diary" in April....I hope they make it a good movie, i LOOOOOOVED the books! How do you determine the cocoa content of a chocolate bar? I've never seen it on a label?

OK gals, off to work. I hope by the end of the day I;m not a raving lunatic like I have been.......

viv
146/?/128
simsbury, ct

[Annette2]

Deb: Hi! I am home from work again today with this terrible illness. I can't believe how long it stays with you! I still have not lost a pound - can't figure out why. geez, last night all I ate was beef broth and sf jello - oh well, I will try to be patient. Hope you feel better! I will e-mail those addresses today.

Orange - Hi! I am new, but I think I wrote you once before. I have the dreaded colored mucus - does that mean I need to go to the doctor? I avoid the doctor and the weigh-ins as much as possible. My doctor is really a jerk about my attempts to lose weight too. He is one of those 100mph metabolism guys and has no empathy for the rest of us. He told me SB was a waste of time, so not looking forward to seeing him unless I have to! My e-mail is ASENGEL1@aol if you get a chance to answer this! Thanks!

Everyone else: Hello, my name is Annette and I have been on SB for 2 weeks. Deb helped me realize that I was eating illegal ww pretzels the first week, so that doesn't really count. However, have not lost yet... feel great though! :)

Thanks for the support, Annette from Ormond Beach, FL - just north of Daytona

[gloryb]

Well Good Morning Ladies :)

It's still sun shining here. those weather men never get it right. Anyway i'm so glad to have the time to get on and chatter with you girls. It's very uplifting to get to talk about a problem we all have in common. I'm still haveing trouble with those darn cravings but I can feel they are coming under control. At least when I have one I eat SF. so It's not so bad.

Joy: hope you get some positive reaction about you wrist. I have a great big lump on mine and was waiting to find out how you do with yours before I have mine removed. so keep us informed and if you continue to have problems you keep on that phone with the doctor.

Quilter: I loved your quote, I sent it to my cousin. boy are those words to live by.

Beach: I'm glad your hanging in there. please take care, I realise your job is very important and you do a lot of good for others but if you don't take care of yourself you'll be no good to anyone else. So don't overdo.

Lamap: Girl you stay away from those fries. we all know how addicting they are.

Bunny: do you have a scanner? The reason I ask is that my cousin is a big scrappbooker and she does alot of her pages one the computer she uses her scanner to make the pages and to make designes for the book. Something to think about.

annette: Hang in there Girl, you take care of yourself and the lbs will come off sooner than you think (opps I guess with us it's never soon enough) just take care. and i'm glad your on board and on track.

Viv: Did I miss something in the post? are you about to go to Disney? I just keep seeing that name. please let me in on the info.

Rhoo: Roller Skating!! man am I jealous I always loved roller Skating as a young girl and when I was a thiner adult. I really miss it. Maybe when I get my knees replaced i'll be able to do it too. Have fun for me.

Country: Sorry to hear about your allergy problem, hope they get to the bottomof it of it for you soon. that sounds very dangerous. I agree about the Girl Scott cookies. I've decided that sence we always support the Girl Scotts that I just give them the money and tell them to share a box with the people that can eat them.

You all have a good day today love ya Glory

[thinagin]

Hey all!

I'm glad your're feeling better Deb. And I hope every one else feels better soon.

Welcome Annette. I must say the first few weeks on SB taught me to eally read labels. And boy was that an eye-opener :eek: My DH still has to be reminded that white bread, while it may only have a couple of gs of sugar, it is not the best for us.

Oh, and Joe is looking great! he put on a pair of jeans and his gut hardly hung over at all! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//lol.gif

We're slated to get an ultrasound today to see how far along I am with this baby. Some folks think it'll be September, but Joe and I think a little sooner. We'll see.

And this baby doesn't like eggs for breakfast. I had to switch over to oatmeal. And I've found I can't eat carbs at dinner or I become a monster :mad: and then pass out. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif :rolleyes:

Tips? You know when you're having a really bad day and you think, What am I doing, I'll never make it? Check into the board. We're here to listne and commiserate with you. And hopefully offer some help that'll get you through the day. Studies have shown that a support group is an important part of permanent weight loss. It's been said before, but it's true. Call on the board when you need help.

I hope everyone's day goes well. Take care.

[cynsea]

Hello Ladies!

Sorry I haven't been on, but I have been reading the posts. I can't stay long, since I am at work. Just wanted to drop in and tell you all that you are going to be cyber-aunts :) I found out yesterday that I am 5 weeks pregnant. I go to the OB on 3-13. I plan on staying on the sb woe. The only fear that I have is what to drink, besides water,...I know the artificial sweetners in diet sodas arent that good for the baby. Anyone have any suggestions?

I guess I won't be hitting that 85 weight loss by 10-20. hahahahaha

take care!

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Stockbridge, Ga

On my way to a new me! :)

I stared SB on 11/4/00 at 344lbs.....goal is 220lbs

[cheri45]

Hi everyone! Hope you are all having a great SB day. It is really nice here today. About 55 and the sun is shining.

I'm sorry to hear that some of you are ill. I hope that you're back to yourself soon.

Laurie, congratulations on your 100 miles. All of you who walk and exercise everyday are an inspiration. Now I just have to get my butt in gear and do it http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//umm.gif

Thanks again EVERYONE for your encouragement.

Cheri
287/276/145
Indianapois, IN

[overcome]

Hello all!
So nice to have a short work week this week! Don't have a lot of time. Just wanted to check in and say hi. Having fish for dinner. Yum!! (DH is cooking as I type).

VIV...have you figured out what is going on with the BCP yet? Didn't know "bridget jones" was going to be a movie. I read one of those books too. I enjoyed it! I am an AVID reader. I read on the treadmill and I could walk forever (well, not really!)

cynsea...COngratulations!!! How exciting for you!!! Looking forward to following along with your pregnancy.


THINAGAIN...I like your tip about turning to the board. I often wonder how long I would have stayed on this if there was no SB board!

JOY..how's your wrist? Better I hope! Are you sure you didn't lose the feeling in your fingers from too much clicking on the keyboard??? :) Just kidding.


COUNTRY...I wonder the same thing about those darn Girl Scouts!! Luckily it has passed around here. Cookies will be my downfall, I know it.

RHROO...sounds like you are getting in lots of exercise. You go girl!!!


BUNNY LOVER... I am with you about "plugging away". I haven't eaten anything illegal but I'm right behind you in wanting to eat something, anything!! that is a NO NO! Stay strong!!

LAMAP...100 miles is awesome!! You are an inspiration. Walking is sooo good for you.

beachfan37...Hope you start feeling better soon. You must see an awful lot of heartache working for the Red Cross. That can wear you down. I know it has its own rewards :)

Kim....wonderful wonderful words for Motivational Monday. I need to print that out. Thanks for sharing.

Everyone else...enjoy your evening!! I'll be back later. I'm getting a sore throat!!! EEEK! Better not be getting sick!!!!!

Ashley



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Poconos, PA
Fitday Journal
http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=overcome

[THE BIG ORANGE BABE]

EVENING EVERYONE :D

Hope everyone had a good day at the "salt mines"... only 3 MORE DAYS....and counting till the weekend! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif

Quilter: Yes, I'll bring you some Wileys when I come to Naples. I only keep the bean and pea seasoning, but will look for some of the other for you.


BEACH: I'm sorry you don't feel well again. It takes some time to shake this thing. I'm feeling a little under the weather myself. It's the same feeling I had before I got sick after Christmas.

Laurie: CONGRATS on that Walking...

BUNNY: Welcome back...we missed you!

RHOO: I believe there are some people who can chat during the day. I'm sure you'll hear from them.

COUNTRY: I AGREE...I love GS cookies, and it would be soOOOOOO much easier if they sold POWER TOOLS!!!

DEB: What did you and Sharon do today? Glad you're feeling a little better. Any color other than clear constitutes needing an antibiotic...YES...we will be stopping at the FRESH MARKET

CONNIE: Keep us posted on that hand. I'm sure it will get back to normal in no time!

ANNETTE: GOSH I'm sorry if I didn't reply to an email. I don't remember getting one, but with my mind that doesn't mean a thing! WELCOME...another FLA GAL...and so close to BARBEE...wish we had know you sooner, you could have met us over in Orlando...
Yes, you need a doctor if it's an color but clear!!

THIN::: I bet that child needs some biscuit and gravy....lol
Let us know the due date, all us GODMOTHERS
want to know!

CYNSEA...CONGRATS....the "cyber Aunts" will all babysit via the internet...Keep us posted on your progress!

Hope I didn't miss anyone, but if I did, I'll catch you on the flip side!!!

[Sasahm]

Hey Ya'll!
Just checking in to let you know that I am still alive! I took what's left of my family to Texas last week to visit with family. Hadn't seen my aunt in about 5 years. It was a nice visit, but I hadn't told her about my new WOE and what wasn't "allowable" for me to eat...the first meal was chicken and dumplings! I really didn't feel comfortable with telling her I couldn't eat what she had made, so my daughter and I were just ate sparingly. But that was just the beginning of our spiraling downfall for the week!!! Let me just say that we ate everything that we had been "missing" last week. MIRACULOUSLY I only weighed in at the top of the 4 pounds I had been struggling to get past. I was 221 yesterday morning; I just knew I would be 10 pounds heavier!

Well, we finally have a departure date set!
The movers will pack and load us on Monday, the 26th. (My Elli's 2nd birthday!) Then we will fly out the following day. I am SO ready to see my husband. We have never been apart this long before!

OH...I found some WILEY'S at Super Wal-Mart when I was in TX...in the produce section. Will have to wait 'til I get to Massachusett's to try it.

Well, Elli is demanding attention...

Sara
New Mexico...for now!

[The Quilter]

Hi everyone! Hope you all had wonderful days. Mine was pretty good, although my thoughts are mostly with my GF and her problems right now. (See note to VIV for latest details.) I had to teach both classes this afternoon and wasn’t up for it. And don’t you know they were all pretty good. I wouldn’t categorize any as angels, but they were definitely cooperating today. Whew! That was a nice surprise.

Somebody offered me a french fry today. Didn’t EVEN consider it. Knowing what they do inside just really turns me off of them. But I kind of laughed because I must have made a horrible face when I said “no thanks.” You should have seen her face. I think I really surprised her.

DEB---I’m so glad that you felt at least well enough to walk today. Does that mean you are feeling better or that you just had cabin fever and suffered through it? I hope you are better soon. Have you thought of anything you want from up this way? Let me know. BEcause if I can carry it, I’ll sure bring it.

VIV---I am such a dip. I walked away from my computer and left IM open. So that’s why you didn’t hear a response from me. I started watching that Abe Lincoln thing on PBS and with no commercials I was out of commission until 11. So very sorry. I would have love chatting with you. At my WO they have one container with just plain peanuts to grind and one container with peanuts and carob mixed to grind. Honestly, I’m looking at it like chocolate fudge. I sure hope there is nothing illegal in it, but it’s just those two ingredients. But all of a sudden I just thought of a question . . . is carob sweetened with something illegal? Oh dear, looks like I’m off to find that one out. Anyways, try me again on IM. Hopefully, I’ll be on many more times. Thanks for the kind words about Jackie. I talked to her at the hospital today. Yesterday they went after more breast tissue and some lymph nodes. She’ll hear back abou them in a couple of days. She said that she was VERY uncomfortable this morning. Lots of pain killers and she was still hurting. Sushi???? Never been down that road before. Is it really good????

ANNETTE---Welcome to the board. This is a wonderful group of “losers.” I hope we are able to answer your questions and give you all kinds of support as you take on this WOE. Don’t worry . . . the pounds will start to drop. Just remember to watch your portion sizes as well as contents of the foods you eat.

GLORY---Glad you enjoyed the quote. Sorry to hear that you are also burdened with a lump on the wrist. Hope it’s not painful for you now. Keep us posted on what you decide to do.

BEACH---My thoughts are with you as you serve others. Boy, what a job that must be. Does it take a lot out of your emotionally as well as physically? Hang in there. We’re all pulling for you and the folks you are helping. One more thing . . . I love your solution to the GS cookies. How smart you are!! Somehow I managed to avoid the whole GS scene this year. Can you tell we don’t have kids.

THIN---Thanks for the reminder tip. You are so right. We all need to remember to get on the board when we are feeling overwhelmed or ready to splurge or whatever.

CYNSEA---What GREAT news!!!! I’m so happy for you. You will have to talk with THINAGIN about this whole baby business. Sounds like you are right on her heels. Can’t wait to hear your first dr visit report. Hope you are feeling well and not getting those am sickies.

OVERCOME---Do you get how jealous we all are of you having dreamy DH who cooks and romances you???? Just kidding. I love how you get to post while he’s fixing dinner. Sounds like a wonderful working relationship. Glad you like the MM notes. Was worried that it was getting too long and involved. Thanks. Hey, congrats for not eating any no-no’s!!! That’s great!!! Wish I could say the same thing. Stay on the wagon, girl. It’s terrible when you fall off. Not only do you have bumps and bruises, but your waistline gets tighter. Ha!

BOB---Thanks for bringing me the Wiley’s. I’m so excited to get it. I’ve been wanting to cook kale for a week. Guess I’ll just wait till we get back. Whatever kinds you like will be fine with me. If the Bean and Pea is the best, you can just stick with that. Don’t tell me you’re getting sick too. You’d think we were all using the same toothbrush or something. Hope you feel better soon. Beef up on the echinacea and see if that shoos that old bug away. Let me know if there are any Kroger things you want. I’ll be happy to accomodate.

Well, I’ve got some other computer work to do for the office. We are having a corporate spelling bee on Monday. It’s a fund raiser for us and is usually a lot of fun. Corporations get three employees to make up a team and they compete in an old-fashion oral spelling bee. It’s been tons of work for us and we’re just about down to the wire. Trying not to panic.

Have a great day tomorrow.
Kim

I’m a little worried about WIW. Anybody else sittin’ in that spot?????

[GatorGal]

Hi y'all. I'm back from Ariz. where I had a wonderful week. I bet you can't guess what I did? NOTHING! Yep, I did nothing but hang out in the room doing some embroidery and vedging out. It was wonderful! I had such a stressful week right before we left so it was great to have no responsibilities, no phones, no mail, no nothing. I didn't even shop! I am greatly rejuvinated, though, and ready to go again. I now have just one major short term responsibility left: leading a group of 34 women in facilitating a conference/retreat in May. When that is over, I just have my ongoing responsibilities: teaching one class a week and working at the crisis preg. center. Those are easy, though. Right now I even have time to shop for wallpaper and do some other personal projects that I have been putting off.

Beach and Deb--sorry to hear about your illnesses. I know that the winter cold season, and allergy season gets in full swing now. The oak leaves are starting to fall here, and the allergy season gets pretty bad in a few weeks. Beach, the woman across the street is a volunteer for Red Cross and she often goes away to help when there is an emergency. She was gone several weeks when Andrew went through south FL.

Country, the manufacturers of cookies and other non-edibles list "wheat flour" to distinguish it from rice flour or oat flour or some other grain rather than wheat. However, it is not WHOLE wheat flour. So, sad to say, wheat flour is nother other than plain ole white flour. :(

Annette, welcome. It's nice to see another FL gal here. I live outside Orlando. Barbee lives just south of Daytona. Quilter is coming down from GA to visit and will meet up with Debelli and BigOrange in Naples in March. So you could get in on that. I'm not gonna be able to go because we are going up to Gainesville then. But opportunities come along for us to get together.

BunnyLover, Its great to see you back. How are the bunnies?

Cheri, I'm so sad to learn that you lost your grandma. My heartfelt condolences.

Well, gals. I didn't do great when I was in Ariz. Eating out every meal is not really easy. But I'm back on track now that I'm back. It's safer to stay at home. But I've got to learn how to handle real life, which includes eating out.
BTW, did anyone watch the Oprah show the last 3 weeks when she had Dr. Phil on talking about weight loss? What was the upshot of the show?

Gotta go. See you tomorrow.

[THE BIG ORANGE BABE]

BACK AGAIN!!!

QUILTER: I FORGOT ABOUT SUPER WALMART....you can get the Wileys there in the produce dept.
They carry it nationwide...I'll still bring you some, but you will definately find the other varieties there. When we were in Orlando, we stopped by one, and they had some that I hadn't seen before...be sure to look at the labels though.

SARA: YOU WON'T BE SORRY YOU TRIED IT....I PROMISE

GATOR: Glad you're back. Glad you relaxed!!

I'm off to watch CITY CONFIDENTIAL....

NITE NITE http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif

[Debelli]

Evening Everyone! :D

Just got home about an hour ago and have been ready to go to bed since this afternoon. I must confess, I've been pushing myself. I had to try to stay awake http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif when Sharon was driving today. I'm going to make this a short post, if you all don't mind, and will reply to everyone tomorrow morning.

I think the walk did me in today, that and still being sick just wore me out. I really wanted to get out of the house and thought maybe a change of scenary would do me good. I probably should of waited til I got better, but what the heck! Anyhow, we went to see DOWN TO EARTH, walked out of it, it was awful-ended up seeing SWEET NOVEMBER instead, wasn't too bad.

Anyhow, I just wanted to remind you all that TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!! lest you've forgotten!!

I'll check in with you all in the morning, my bed is calling my name!!!!!

NITE http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif

Debbie
194/135.5/129

[Bunny Lover]

Hi All. Still hanging by a thread. But darn it all, I was hunting in the freezer tonight for some frozen veggies hiding somewhere and found some Cadbury choco cream Easter eggs from last year!! Give me strength!

Glory: We have a scanner, but I never took the time to figure it out. But I may change my mind because it sounds like a great idea!

Overcome: Welcome to my hanging on! I'm certain we aren't alone.

Big Orange: Thanks for the welcome back. I always feel badly that I don't take the time so many do to respond to others comments. There are so many new gals since I started posting here! Wow. Isn't it great?

Gator: Thanks to you as well for the welcome back. The bunnies are fine. We have a 6 week old litter for sale, and a rabbit show this Saturday that I'm looking forward to :-)

Best of luck to all of you tomorrow on Weigh In Wednesday. I won't be hopping on the scale with that TOM so close. I'm struggling to remove my rings, so I know I'm retaining H2O. Why discourage myself?

I've never done this before, but do any of you think there is any creedence in just succuming to eating temptation, get it out of the way, and get right back on program? Just curious.

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Barb
"Success is a journey- not a destination!!"

[Frog Lover]

Hello everyone!

Sorry to have only been a part-time lurker lately. Tried to post the other day but couldn't get connected to the server. I have missed participating in conversations with y'all.

Down to 168 this a.m. :D , was under 167 at work Monday, but this is TOM week, so the 168 is probably more realistic.

We live in the heart of NASCAR country and everytime we turn on the TV there is something about Dale Earnhart. It is so sad, like him or not, watch racing or not. They keep showing grown men (young and old) on tv crying. The memorials that have been created at his HQ are amazing. I will be glad when the race next Sunday is over, prehaps by then some of the sadness will have lifted.

My APOLOGIES to everyone for no article on Fitness Friday, I TOTALLY forgot about it! :o I must have given my brain a vacation.

DEB - hope you are feeling better soon. Sorry to hear that you've been sick.

BOB - My dog (Dixie) tried to send Skeeter a get well card to you email address but it was returned. Perhaps I typed in the address wrong. We hope that Skeeter is doing better. I also love Fresh Market! I have to stay away from the bakery section. Which Columbus is supposed to be getting a Trader Joe's? I'm from Columbus, GA. Is that the one you were referring to?

BEACH - Saw the storms on the news. So glad that we have good folks like you working for the Red Cross. On behalf of the American public and Chicks everywhere, thank you! Get better soon!

LAMAP - Good that you are walking! Love that you've done 100 miles!

BUNNY - I love your signature statement, so true!

COUNTRY - Beware of innocent looking girls clad in green selling small boxes of poison disguised as cookies. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//smoking.gif I just have to turn my head and walk away. Keep telling yourself that you won't be tempted, you won't give in.

CHERI45 - I was sorry to hear about your grandmother. My thoughts are with you.

CATHY - I am sorry to hear about the loss of your grandparent as well.

GLORYB - glad to see that you are back on the board.

VIV - Hope you find out something from your doc soon.

Hello to everyone that I ran out of time to address. Gotta go get ready for work.

Peace,
Frog

190/168/130 (22 down, 38 to go)

[cmd4joy]

Good morning!!!

Yesterday was crazy... back to work... IN PAIN....

and my favorite uncle is dying in Texas and I can't find decent air fares to go down there for a weekend, and can't take any time off from work....

The good news is I lost FOUR POUNDS this week.... according to Fitday I'm losing about 2.6 pounds a week which is a nice loss. If I keep this up, I'll reach my goal before my goal (150 by 12/31/01).

I haven't had a chance to read all the posts... and I'm sure by the time I do there will be more....

but I wanted to remind everyone to post their losses on the board started by Deb!!

Have a losing day!!!!


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Healthy Hugs,
Connie
251.5/236.5/150
Janesville CA (an itty bitty town 80 miles NW of Reno NV)

[MsLiz1956]

Hi EveryBuddy!

Ha - now I don't feel so bad...I see most of you have been as busy as I have & haven't taken time to post as much! Thanks for relieving my guilt! :)

I've been overwhelmed with new responsibilities at work & am feeling a bit nasty as a result, but I did have a nice loooong weekend to recover - feeling much more human now!

Happy to report that I've had an exceptional week (since Friday) - on track, on program, on points! I have to say the WW thing is really helping more than I could have imagined. It helps clarify my decisions; I can see in exact numbers that I COULD have that piece of sugary junk, but when the numbers add up, it just ain't worth it! I'd rather eat MORE than eat CANDY!

I even tucked the beautiful box of chocolates from VD into the drawer...haven't touched them! I've been within point range, even allowing myself some great rewards, since last week & don't feel particularly deprived.

Today's WIW & I'll post my results later...hope they're good ones!


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125/122.5/105
"Half of getting what you want is knowing what you have to give up to get it." -Bill Phillips

[Debelli]

Good Wednesay Morning Everyone! :D

Well, I have to admit, it's a good day on the scale for me today! :D Actually, not only did I lose 4lbs since last WIW, I finally hit a few milestones! I've hit the 60lb loss mark, I've got 5lbs to go til goal and tomorrow is my 11 month SB ANNIVERSARY! Not too shabby! I know I will go up when my TOM finally decides to show up (it's a wee bit late, no worries though, probably from being sick), plus the fact, I know that being sick has helped me get this great loss this week, but whatever way it came, even if for a brief time, I'm happy to see 134 on the scale!! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif

I'm feeling about the same. I will call the doctor for a prescription today. I really hate going to his office, so crowded and the wait is nuts, plus I don't like taking antibiotics, but I think the green monster inside of me has to be eradicated already!

I confess again, I walked today - a slow walk, couldn't use my Powerbelt, no strength-trust me, my body got back at myself while walking. Lets just say the tissue wasn't quite big enough when I needed to blow my nose!

Anyhow, I am definintely taking it easy today. Going to stay at home and sort socks - exciting, huh!

VIV, what did the gyno say about the BCP and the problems you are having?? Sounds like you have an interesting weekend with the in-laws, I hope they behave themselves. I've heard CHOCOLAT was good, guess I'll have to put it on my "to-see" list. Never heard of Brigit Jones movie, who's in it?? The cocoa content should be listed somewhere on the wrapper, if it's not, don't buy it. Look for Chocolove at WO, or Lindt 70%-both will have the % on there.

ANNETTE, and official WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!!! Sorry to hear you're still not feeling well either, you've got a lot of company on this board for those not feeling well, hopefully, we'll all get better SOON! Seems your doctor is a jerk, should get a new one. My Uncle is a well known and respected Internist in W. Palm Beach and he even tells me that he recommends this type of eating plan to his patients. Even my Aunt is following a low GI WOE. Thanks for posting your BIO on the BIO BOARD, so everyone can learn more about you. Try to make sure you are eating enough, this may be a reason you may NOT be losing, but it also can be your body adjusting from Atkins to SB. Many of us use the FITDAY.COM site to journal our foods, you should look into it, it's really helpful! I'm sure you'll love the friendship and support we have here on the board - anything you need, just ask, we're all happy to help! Again, WELCOME!!

GLORY, how are those cravings doing?? I'm sure you're doing great - keep up the good work!!!

THINAGIN, so this baby is already a picky eater I see! What did the ultrasound show??? How far along do they think you are now?? Let us know!!!!Your tip was great, and oh so true!!!!

CYNSEA, CONGRATULATIONS!! Two babys coming on the board! You and THINAGIN!! I think staying on this WOE is definitely smart, and will be so helpful. Who says you can't make your goal by Oct?? You'll of had the baby by then, so who knows! As for what to drink...I drink the water and once in a while, some tea, the Celestial Seasonings. You could also make homemade lemonade.

CHERI, you HAD to rub in that 55 degrees!!! I'd take it any day, it's suppose to be 82 here today! UGH! Seems summer weather has arrived!

OVERCOME, I hope you aren't getting sick!!!!!

BIGO, Eli brought you home a nice bag of coffee last night, he distinctly said, "this bags for Narda". Sharon I just ran around to a few stores, nothing too exciting, too sick for exciting things. Went to the movie, gabbed as usual. We found the Lindt 70% chocolate up her way for $1.89, just in case you want me to bring some over when we come. Let me know if there is anything you need, besides coffee!

SAS, sounds like you are busy with the move. Where will you be living?? I'm sure you are going to enjoy your new surroundings. What are you doing with your house while you are gone??

QUILTER, you have me pegged, just needed to get out and walk, didn't feel any better, that's for sure. Thanks for offering, but honestly, I can't think of a thing I need from up that way!! Ummm, the carob chips, there are different kinds, and unless you got some that were unsweetened, I'd tend to say, there is some type of organic sugar in them.

GATOR, welcome back. Glad to hear you got some rest while in Arizona, though I can't imagine going away and not doing some shopping, for me, that would be torture!!

BUNNY, toss the Cadbury's from last year out, just think how all those preservatives have blended for a whole year in your fridge!! As for your "temptation question" I personally haven't felt any strong urges of temptation, but I think if I were to have any moments like these, I wouldn't give in. They should pass, and if I do give in, it's like giving me an unlimited amount of money to spend like I want-there would be no stopping me!

FROG, we've missed your presence on the board! Glad to see you are down, how much is that since last week?? I too couldn't believe that DH died, that crash didn't look so bad compared to others I've seen. Hopefully, something good will come from it, like better safety.

JOY, sorry to hear about your Uncle, I hope he's not suffering. CONGRATS on your 4lb loss, that's wonderful!!!!

Well gals, I think I covered it all for now. I will check in with you all later. Please remember, TOMORROW IS RECIPE DAY so if you have a recipe you'd like to share with the board, please post it tomorrow.

Later! :D

Debbie
194/134 http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif/129
Miami, FL

[viv]

Morning Ladies!
I'm sitting here eating my SB muffins made with agave nectar - the ones Deb posted last week. Not bad, I subbed strawbs for bluebs - maybe a little dry, but making me happy :)

Well, actually still not happy. It's going to get COLD tonite!

Went to WO yesterday with GF and her kids - was psyched for the brown rice sushi. There is sugar in the ingredients, which I realized is part of the mixture used to season the rice, so it is a very very very tiny amount.The REAL bummer was that by the end of the day, they had very few brown rice choices left, so I got the veggie roll, which of course had a ton of CARROT in it! I poked all the carrot out.,.. but sushi with brown rice just isn't the same... :( I think I'll make some at home soon, the kids love it...

This BCP/TOM issue is annoying, so I am not posting my weight today. The doctor's office said not to worry, that it could be from my weight loss (oh, puhleeze!) - but I have bloating, crabbiness, cramps.....so I would assume that is why my weight is...not where I want it to be? Hopefully by Friday this will STOP and I will love my scale again!

My complaint about wild oats - they have so much wheat free, dairy free, fat free stuff - not enough sugar free stuff. I feel discriminated against :mad:!!! I did find unsweetened carob peanuts which are great for me - I don't care for nuts that much, so the added carob, even tho it is NOT chocolate, helps. Oh, and I did eat a nice chunk of cheese from DS's pizza - there was no protein in my sushi!

Deb - Would you please feel better already? Gosh, here we are shivering in our boots and you're in Miami Vice-land with all that yummy sunshine and humidity and you're sick! Makes no sense to me! Tell Eli to take you on a cruise or something this weekend! YOu MUST read Bridget Jones. Get them out of the library. They are the funniest, easy read books - she's a neurotic English gal in her 30s who keeps a diary - weighs herself daily, justifies every weight gain, every cigarette, every failed relationship with men - it is too funny. Renee Zellweiger is starring in the movie adaptation which I am getting together 10 GFs to go see - the ultimate chick flick. I hpoe it's well done. CONGRATS!!!!!! on the 60 POUNDS! That is toooooo wonderful - my suggestion - GO BUY SOMETHING! :D Great job and very inspirational!

Annette - welcome. I've been SB-ing for about 3 weeks and am very happy with it in spite of the TOM problem I am currently having. I am a WW lifetimer but I think this may be thte solution to my slooooowwww losses on WW. Hang in there - this is a great group, incredibly knowledgeable.

Glory - We're going to Disney at the end of March, then down to Deb's neck of the woods. I cannot wait. I need a big change of scenery, plus I enjoy getting all choked up at Disney magic. My kids are great travelers so I am so psyched to see them have fun at the Mouse! My cravings have really gone away, and mine used to be super intense. Give it a little more time and hopefully it will kick in...???

Thinagin =- I agree - the boards are the best place for support. I have great GF but none of them are constantly looking for the ideal way to lose weight - here I know one of the most important quests in my life can find companionship and support!

Cynsea - CONGRATULATIONS!!! How wonderful for you! Having been borderline diabeteic when I was preg both times, I think doing SB while you are pregnant is a really wise choice. Just make sure you let your doctor know, and that you are getting the right nutrients at all times! How about iced decaf flavored tea? Flavored seltzers?

Overcome - oh, we all need to share your DGH! ;) He cooks! Sigh..... So how do you read on the treadmill - you have a stand for the book that attaches? Don';t you bounce around too much to read? I watch TV but would prefer to read during TM time....

Big O - What is Fresh market? is it a HFS? Is it something I should put on my TO DO list when we go to FLA?

Sara - so where are you moving in Boston? Do tell!

Quilter - I really HOPE I react that way next time I get the kids McDonalds (hmmm, maybe tonite...) - that willbe the ultimate test of willpower! When are you going to Fla? I know you're gonna hook up with the SB gals, what else are you going to do? The carob I got at WO specifically said unsweetened - one thing I really likea bout WO is how everythiing has the ingredients listed, so it should be pretty easy to make the determination. They had carob powder there - I wonder if I mixed that in with the pb.....ick, that sounds gross....Sushi is the best. It is my favorite food. Been eating it for over 20 years and have turned SO many people on to it. YOu get a craving and that's it - gotta have some. It's texture and taste all rolled into one great package. Start out with California Roll (if you can find a place that does it on brown rice, check WO) - which is all cooked - imit. crab, avocado, veggies - just to get a feel for the taste of it. Move on from there. Come to CT and I'll take you out for it!! It sounds like you have a fun work environment....sigh....

Connie - WOW on the -4! Awesome! Go take a good walk to make SURE it stays off!

Gator - doing nothing on vacation....what's that? Usually we are booked every minute from morning till nite.....run, run, run. I don't think I am physically capable of relaxing like that - wish I were! Since you're near Orlando, any tips? A friend of mine is moving down there in the next few months - he's looking into the West-something area, supposedly hot at the moment???

Well, ladies, hopefully this post will take! Have a great Wednesday and I will be checking in on those WIW stats!

Viv 146/?/128
Simsbury, CT

[happywisdom]

Hi everyone, I am new to SB but have read the book and purchased the shopping guide. I will order the cookbook soon. You sure are a great bunch. I have been lurking many boards in search for the "right" "healthiest" diet and have decided upon SB. From the looks of everyone's weigh in stats you all are losing consistently at a rate of 1.5-2.5 per week and eating bread, cereal,fruits and veggies. What more can a person ask for. Most exciting is you don't have to count points (I hope). I'll continue to lurk until I have something to add to the wonderful pool of knowledge that already exists on this board. I am very happy to find you all.
Happy/PA :)

[amseraphim]

Happy WIW to all.....

Except that I am STILL at 132. Honestly, I shouldn't fuss about it because from last Thurs - Mon, I was B A D :eek: That is all I am going to say about that.

Deb.. green stuff is NOT good. Personally I think you should be on antibiotics. You don't want to develop pneumonia or bronchitis!!!! Don't make me come down there and drag you to the Dr screaming and yelling.

Viv.. I really enjoyed chatting with you yesterday :D I do think you jinxed me though. As the day progressed, I started feeling puny from all the fun we had in Charleston :rolleyes: I am back on track now. ANDDD.. as soon as DH gets TM together, I can try to catch up with you walkers.

The day is quickly getting away with me here. I want to go to the BigK and get a new vacuum cleaner http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//insane.gif I will try and get more caught up with posts later.

Congrats to those of you that had user-friendly 1 eyed monsters this week!!!!

Ann
140/132/115
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Savannah, GA

[mickers]

I am new to the board and just wanted to say hey there to everyone!! I am anxious to get started on SB and interacting with the group. I just had a baby girl. I have been home for 6 weeks and have had relatives cooking for me and of course -I was rewarding myself with too many sweets the past few weeks. I will be home for another 6 weeks and would really like to throw myself into SB as I have the time now (in between diapers and feedings that is).

Mickers

[viv]

:mad:
I just went out and got some egg drop soup - and realized after I had consumed half of it that they make it with cornstarch?

How much damage did I do :(

Oh, this is just not a good week.

viv

[amseraphim]

Poor Viv!!!!!

You can go back in and delete one of the dupes!!!!!! Btw. I am still feeling icky. Ohhhh that evil white flour!!!!!! :mad:

Ann

Savannah, GA

[Annette2]

Hi Everyone! I lost my first 2 pounds with SB this week! I am so excited! I am starting to understand it a little better now! I went back to work today after several days of this cold infection thing - boy, I just keep carrying it around with me - it has been 6 weeks now - getting old fast! Anyway, when i got back to work, there were 4 Dove Chocolate Hearts on my desk! I know somebody was trying to be sweet, but it was a struggle because they were so small and cute, I thought well one won't hurt!! But, I did the right thing and gave them away! I just had a wonderful carb and sugar free lunch and it was tasty! Just wanted to say hello to everyone and wish you a great Wednesday!

gatorgirl - I am a Penn State alum and my husband is a Michigan State alum so you may not want to talk to me!! :p

[MsLiz1956]

I'm baaack..

DEBELLI - wow! congrats on your milestones! That's awesome!

VIV - you'll get the hang of it. Just think, not only will you gain a new bod here, you'll improve your computer skills! :D

FROG - welcome back - you were missed!

BUNNY - if you give in and eat those Cadbury's from Easter, gal, I can guarantee you won't enjoy it one bit! It's one thing to bite into those suckers on Easter, and quite another after they've been in the freezer for a year...EEEWWW http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sick.gif

WELCOME to the newbies! I'm new myself, and the gals here have been very helpful.

WIW didn't go as well as I'd hoped - no loss - but no gain, either, so I'm okay with that. I'm finally beginning to lose the cravings...yippee!!!!

So sorry to hear so many of you have been under the weather. So far I've been lucky; nothing but a bad case of exhaustion. :) AT least the sun is out today...

Have a "loser" of a week, everybody!

PS - Annette, don't tell your husband I'm from Ohio! He might not let you hang out with me! ;)

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-Liz
125/122.5/105
"Half of getting what you want is knowing what you have to give up to get it." -Bill Phillips

[gloryb]

WELL HELLO LADIES :)

I'm so excited, my family are gone and I actually have the house to myself. this is the first time in about 5wks and I love it I can get on the board anytime I want. I could walk around the house naked if I wanted, well maybe not as my hubby's family have a way of walking in without knocking when they want and i'm talking about the men. :eek:

Anyway, it's a good SB day for me. I've lost 1lb. and I'm just as tickled as one can be. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//lol.gif

Happy: Welcome to the board. this is a great bunch of girls with a lot of support for all of us. please don't just lurk, join right in we love newbies. were all in the same boat. Tell us alittle about yourself like where your from. and what you do or if your raising a family? we love to get to know you better.

Viv: disney, boy am I jealous! will you be able to have some time to get together with Deb while your there? Hope so, that would be great fun. If she gets back on the mend I'm worried about her. What is WO? Have a muffin for me too.

Deb: Wow 4lbs that's so exciting. I'm thrilled for you. But please see the Doctor I'm worried about you incase you didn't read my post to Viv. And your so close to your goal 5lbs. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//dizzy.gif I'd be doing flipflopps in my stomach i'd be so excited to be that close. I'm sure your anxious.

Thin: Wow, I just keep saying that today. But Wow a Baby on the way. how exciting. have you been picking out names? congrates on the good news.

Cynsea: you too Double WowWow a baby on board or I should say two babies on board. how wonderful. this is great. congradulations and good luck to you.

Big orange: What is Fresh Market is that like our produce out door markets

Sara: I can't imagine the big move you have ahead of you. I hope you will be able to connect up to the internet as soon as possible so that we can keep in touch with you. I would hate to be away from my hubby for any more than a wk I don't think I could take it.

Quilter: My prayers go out to Jackie, I'll be praying for good results. I'm proud of you for turning up your nose to those ugly old fries. they were most likely too salty anyway. Good luck with the spelling Bee.

Gator: Gee it's good to see you posting I've missed you. Did you enjoy Az, my kids live in AZ, what part did you go to?

Bunny: I have found that if I have a craving for something and I don't go for it, that I eat everything in the house and it still doesn't do the job till I go back and eat what I wanted in the first place. and look at the damage i've done cause i'm going to go back and eat it anyway. So I just do it in the first place and then get right back on track.

Frog: I'm glad to see you posted. I was just going to send out feelers to find out how you were.

MzLiz: I'm proud of you for puting that choc. in the drawer wow what will power you doing great you go girl. keep up the good work.

Micker: Welcome to the board and congradulations on your new Baby. how exciting, As I've already posted we have a couple of new ones coming to the board. Please feel at home here on the board we welcome all newbies. Tell us a little about yourself.

Well I really must go but before I do. I just wanted to say. We have a Vandynes here in our mall and for Valentines Day hubby and I went there to buy our Daughter SF choc. there. they have a wonderful selection year round. We ended up buying for all of us and it was great. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//love.gif

I also Wanted to say yes the cravings as of today are under control. I really can't believe that I lost anything, was afraid to get on the scale. I've eaten everything in the house this wk. it's TOM for me so I think that's what's got me going. anyway have a good day. love Glory

[gloryb]

Well it's me again,

Joy I just wanted to say how sorry I'am to hear about your Uncle, I know what your going through as I too was in that same spot last yr. and it's so very hard to go through. Were all here for you. you hang in there.

Love and prayers to you Glory

[happywisdom]

Hi,it's the newbie again. :rolleyes: I was just wondering if there are any boards on this forum that give sample breakfasts, lunches, and/or dinners??? Thanks for any ideas or suggestions. HAPPY :)
199/199/145

[Rhroo]

good weigh in wendsday-quick one for me! gotta go to work and finish shoving this food down my throat!
I did not go to my WW meeting the kiddos are on vacation and i wanted sleep!!!!! I knew i had a bad week end also. I did go to my mother in laws scale the one i used when i didn't go to meetings and its the same as ww's i was 144.0 woooooo hoooooo http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif soooo that would be 1 1/2 lbs!!! Who knows why-the human body is all i can say. Very pleased and more motivated to stay sugar free to see how i do at WW next tuesday morning!!! i hope i hold on to it or go lower!!! greedy me! :D i have had a great 3 days so far! ONe little get together on saturday night shouldn't be to bad.
Deb-yeah!!!!! being sick is a blessing i guess huh!!! 60 lbs wow i am right behind u! (57 now!) 135 is my goal is that yours?
viv-you sound stressed-my nephews play hockey that is like a part time job for the moms! Keep it up with this program you can do it!!! the scale is not the only way to measure!!
Hi and good luck to all the newbies!
cmd-hope you feel better. You sound like its really painful. Sorry about your Uncle. I have a fav. too i know who that feels!
and Congrats to the new Mommys!!! keep us posted. If you want to know the sex of the baby let me know i have a Japanese Lunar calander that predicts that is pretty acurate!!! LOL
gotta goooooooo sorry so quick. I did miss fit friday but thought i just didn't read it! LOL oh well!!! bye!!!
Rhroo
Mass
210.2/144.0(?)/135 -my goal ww goal i less!

[Rhroo]

oops should have read:
201.2/144.0(?)/135
boy i was adding some there! :D

[overcome]

Hello all...I'm off to find something good for dinner. Just wanted to post a link to The Treadmill Doctor. That is where I got the book holder for my treadmill. It was the best $15 I ever spent!!!
http://www.treadmilldoctor.com/item.jhtml?UCIDs=465745%7C295242&PRID=72384

Also...I did aerobics for the first time today in ages...it felt good! I'm going to look into finding a class or some friends who want to do a tape together or something.

I'll BBL. Who's watching the Grammy Awards tonight???
Ashley



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Poconos, PA
Fitday Journal
http://www.fitday.com/WebFit/PublicJournals.html?Owner=overcome

[Debelli]

Afternoon Everyone! Have a few minutes before I have to go get Lauren from school, so I thought I'd start this post until than.

MSLIZ, we must of been posting at the same time earlier. Glad to see you are doing well, even though you didn't have a loss this week. It's great to hear the cravings are about gone, that's a plus! Sorry to hear your job is overwhelming, maybe it will get easier in time :)

VIV, on the muffins, did you lower the temperature 25 degrees? If not, that may help next time you make the muffins. Could be there is more juice in blueberries than strawberries. Don't worry about the soup, probably just a smidgen in there and you only had half anyhow. I'll def. have to go see that movie, sounds like it will be funny. The FRESH MARKET is just a small market that is sort of trendy, I guess you'd say. Anyhow, everything on the shelves are perfectly aligned, and it makes you feel that once you take something from the shelf, there is someone right behind you to fix the shelf. They have some wonderful baked goods there too!! Not that we plan on partaking in any when we go!!! Yep, there is one up in the area where you will be, so make sure you get to go there!!!

HAPPY, WELCOME TO THE BOARD! I'm glad you found us!!! No, you don't have to do points, BUT, I do think it's important, at least at the beginning, to keep some type of track of what you are eating. It seems the biggest mistake for many is not eating enough, and this could hamper your weight loss. We are working on foods to eat. There are good ideas in the book, other than that, it's really not that hard to come up with things to eat. I posted breakfast ideas a week or so ago, and will send you the list via e-mail if you get me your e-mail address. Please make sure you post your BIO on our BIO BOARD so we can learn more about you and vice-versa.

AMSER, okay, so you didn't lose, you didn't gain, not such a bad week considering. Next week, you'll get that loss, I'm sure. Hey, coming down isn't so bad-I'd much rather see you than the Dr.!! Did you get your new vaccuum??

MICKERS, WELCOME TO THE BOARD & CONGRATULATIONS ON THE BABY! Have you read the book already?? We'll be more than happy to help you out in anyway. When you get a chance, please post your BIO on the BIO BOARD so we can learn more about you!

ANNETTE, CONGRATS on the 2lb loss, that's great! You're on your way!!! Good going on getting rid of those Dove bars, I'm proud of you!!

GLORY, Congrats on your pound, how many is that now 90+ right! You are inching closer to that 100 mark! You'll have to update your picture soon, we won't recognize you. Trust me, you will be where I am before you know it. It doesn't seem like 11 months to me at all. It goes so fast! I'm feeling better this evening, seems to be that I'm on the mend. Thanks for caring so much about me :)

RHROO, congrats on another 1 1/2lb loss - you're hot on my tail~ My goal is 129, and then I'll lose another 5lbs whenever it comes, for playing around with.

OVERCOME, sounds like you had some fun doing the new tape. Wish I had someone close by that would do it with me, that would inspire me to do something else. I may watch the Grammys, just want to see what Madonna will do, otherwise, not really all that interested-I'm a James Taylor fan, I doubt he'll be one there!

Well ladies, I'm glad to say, I'm feeling somewhat better and haven't coughed as much this afternoon, so that's good - thanks for all your well wishes for me to get better - they're working!!!

I'll check in with you all later!!

Debbie
194/134/129
Miami, Fl

[happywisdom]

DEBELLI - Thanks for the offer to send me the post of menu ideas. My email address is not surprisingly, happywisdom@aol.com
Well, I'm gonna make a late dinner for everyone here and hope they are in a chicken and veggie mood. thanks again, HAPPY :)

[The Quilter]

GREAT NEWS EVERYONE!!!! My gf Jackie’s report came back and all lymph nodes are clean. No cancer anywhere. We are all jumping up and down with joy and thankfulness. She called this afternoon and told me to tell all my friends “thanks for their prayers”. So thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers. This is just the best news I could ever have gotten today. You all really helped me too with this. It’s so releaving to know there is such a strong, positive force coming from all of you directly to me. Does that make sense? We really do empower each other!!!!

Well, I forgot to weigh in today. So sorry. I will do it first thing in the morning. Does it still count???? I ate and got dressed before I remembered to attack the one-eyed wonder. And I like to do it on an empty stomach. I’ll report in the am. Feel really good about my eating today. Wrote everything down in my palm pilot. So tonight when I wanted to come home and snack, I re-thought it because I would have to write it down. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that my seat is firmly planted on the wagon. Anybody got any super glue? LOL!

LIZ---Way to go on the willpower with the chocolate. Keep it up!!!! I’m right there with you. Bought a Chocolove bar this week and immediately threw it in the back of the freezer when I got home. Haven’t opened it yet. I’m going to try and hold out like DEB. She has tons of chocolate at her house that’s all unopened.

DEB---All I can say is AWESOME!!! You are my hero! Congrats on losing four this week and for being at 134. I so want to see that number on my scale when it's not whizzing by, but it will be a while. Sixty pounds you’ve lost . . . that’s equal to two of the big bags of dog food we buy for Maddie-girl. Stand back and think about that!!! YOu must feel great! I’m thrilled for you. Your determination and commitment are a help to me as I climb back on the wagon. Thanks for ALL you do!!! Also, appreciate you clueing me in on the carob. I will BEWARE of it and only look for the unsweetened. I’ll bet what’s in my pb is sweetened. Figures.

VIV---I totally agree with your complaint about WO. I thought sure we’d have some SB foods, but nothing. Next visit, I’m taking a list to pass on to somebody who looks important. We are visiting my niece and her fiance in FL. One day we’ll do Busch Gardens and do some other beach and tourist things . . . not real sure. We don’t have kids so we’re not doing Disney. We’re only there for a week, but it will be good to see them. Pre-wedding jitters. I vaguely remember them. Thanks for the sushi tip. I may get up my courage to try some. Love seafood, so why not go for it????

HAPPY---Welcome. We’re glad you picked us. We really are wonderful!!! Isn’t that reight everyone??? I counted points with WW for over a year and got majorly burned out on that. I am just now getting to the point where i can record what I eat. I found that this is very necessary for me to do. Anyways, hope you enjoy your stay with us. We’re wanting the best for you and wishing for a huge success!!

AM---That’s disappointing to stay where you are on the scales, but give it another day or two and see what develops. Maybe you just need a couple extra days this week to register a loss. Good luck with the vacuum. Here’s my tip in case you haven’t bought one yet. I made the huge mistake of buying one of those bagless kind last year. Well, with winter, the static cling effect in our house is MONSTROUS and Maddie’s dog hair just flies out of the cylinder when you go to empty it. I spend more time going over the area around the vacuum. EEEEEEK! VAcuuming is bad enough, but having to do it more than once a session is the pits. Hope you have better luck with yours!

MICKERS---Welcome!!! How great to have you and your baby join in the fun here. SB is a great way to eat. You’ll feel so much better when you get that evil sugar out of your system. Hope it goes well for you.

ANNETTE--Congrats on your first two pound loss. That’s terrific! And if you keep doing the right thing (like giving away candy) you will have many more 2 pound losses in your future. That is awesome willpower you exhibited there. Good for you!!!!!

GLORY---You had me LOL about your thoughts of walking naked and hubby’s family interrupting. Pretty funny, just as long as it doesn’t really happen. That kind of happened to me years ago (not strutting around naked, of course) and it was SOOOOOO embarrassing. Still makes my skin crawl to think of it. Thanks for your prayers. It sure did work!!!! Glad that your cravings are losing their power. Hang in there, girlfriend . . . you can do it!!!!!

JOY---How sad for you that you are losing your uncle. I sure do hope you can find a good ticket to get down there soon. I’ll keep you all and your uncle in my prayers.

RHROO---Way to go on your loss! That’s really wonderful!! You are quickly getting to where you want to be. Very cool, indeed.

Well, that’s it for me for now. I need to go clean up the kitchen and swiffer the floors (my unending battle with dog hair!). Take care, my friends. Catch you later.
Kim
185/178/139
Cincinnati but FL bound

[Annette2]

Hi Everyone! I replied to this posting this morning, but must have done something wrong! Hey, I lost my first 2 SB pounds... wooohoo! Thanks to all of you for being so supportive!

Glory: sorry that I had to get off chatting this afternoon so quick, I had a client walk into my office. I enjoyed chatting with you. I will go into the aol names and look for your and put it into my buddy list.

Viv: sorry I missed you today, read above!

Deb: Thanks for the recipe! Let me know if you want to stay here on your way through.

Orange: I enjoy all your support and jokes!

Gatorgal: I am a Penn State alum and my husband is a Michigan State alum, so you may not want to talk to me! LOL. not a gator fan! But my daughter will probably go there so maybe you can coach me... tee hee

:confused:
Which one of you gals is from Port Orange, FL? I know Deb mentioned that someone is. We should get together! I am in Ormond Beach.

Thanks again for all the support http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//lol.gif

[cheri45]

Hi everyone! Well, I have some really good news mixed with some sad news. My grandmothers funeral was today at 2:00 pm but at 1:20 pm my new granddaughter was born. Her name is Amber Madison and she weighed 7lbs. 8 ozs and 21 inches long. She has lots of dark brown hair.

Also, I stayed the same today when weighing in.

Cheri
287/276/145
Indianapolis, IN

[THE BIG ORANGE BABE]

Evening Ladies! :D

WHEW!!!! This might take a while...SO MANY POSTS~~

WOO HOO~~ 1.4lbs gone from this tired old butt!!!

FROG...you're first: Tell DIXIE thanks for the "almost card" for Skeeter. He's doing fine, and his "POPEYE" look is getting better!

JOY: Glad you're back to work, but I don't like to hear about pain....That has to smart! FEEL BETTER....CONGRATS on that 4lbs gone!!!

LIZ...good for you with tucking that box away...I'm glad you like the WW/SB combo..It's working for me too! I think having to weigh in front of someone does it for me...AND TONIGHT WAS A GOOD ONE!!!

DEB: You tell ELI I said thank you, and I hope he's coming with you...I'll give him a big ole hug myself!
CONGRATS on the loss....only a little more to go...YOU GO GIRL

VIV: YES, you've got to go to the FRESH MARKET...I LOVE THAT PLACE..Deb thinks they follow her around. I've tried to tell her to quit making a mess and they'll leave her alone! They have anything and everything a GLUTTON could want! I LOVE THEIR DELI...they make the best pimento cheese that you will ever put in your mouth! IT'S MY WEAKNESS :D And OH MY GAWD....the bakery....just get the sourdough bread and WALK AWAY FROM THE REST!! If we were EATING WOMEN, COULD WE DO DAMAGE IN THAT PLACE!!!

HAPPY: HERE'S MY BIG OLE SOUTHERN WELCOME {{{{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}}}}}
Glad you're here and hope you stay with us. Any questions? JUST ASK...someone will definately answer...this bunch CAN'T KEEP THEIR MOUTHS SHUT!!!

AM: I agree with Kim...DON'T GET THE BAGLESS MODEL!!!

ANNETTE...GOOD GOING with the 2 pounds down! Barbee is who you're looking for in PORT ORANGE..she's lurking right now as I speak. She'll make an appearance pretty soon, and I'm sure you'll meet up with her. You'll like her, I sure did in just the first five minutes after I met her. Ok Barb, it really didn't take five minutes for me to like you....IT WAS IMMEDIATE!!!!!
Oh, Annette, do you think I could talk your daughter into going to The University of Tennessee? IT'S A BETTER PLACE THAN GATOR TOWN!!!!

GLORY: I bet you're having a GOOD TIME!!! Watch those picture windows though...You'll make friends fast standing too long in front of them NAKED!!!!
The FRESH MARKET is an enclosed grocery speciality store. Some things are expensive, and others are just right. But it's a great store.

RHOO: GOOD GOING!!! Hope you had a good day at work!

Ashley: Thanks for the site address. I need one of those!

QUILTER: GREAT NEWS ON THE GF!!! I knew these good vibes would do the trick! Give her a big ole hug from me!

CHERI: I'm really sorry about your Grandmother, but it must be true, When the Lord takes away, he always replaces with a good thing. Congrats on the new baby. Send us a picture!

Got to run, I'm already twenty minutes into WEST WING...can't watch and click at the same time!

NITE NITE http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//sleep.gif

[The Quilter]

I’m back after a wonderful chat with VIV on IM. Something tells me if I keep this up, I’m never going to finish another quilt and I’ll have to change my screen name.

CHERI---Congrats on the new grand babe!!! That’s great. I’m so happy for you. I’ll bet she is so sweet. How long before you get to hold her or have you already done that??? Does this mean we are still on for the weekend or do you have grandma things to do now? Let me know.

DEB---I’ve been meaning to tell you . . . I LOVE the butter rubbing trick. It works so well and you hardly need any to cover your toast. Thanks for the tip. My thighs thank you too, because they are VERY fond of butter. It goes straight to them when I eat it! LOL. Also . . . I had a questions and it’s GONE from my brain right now. I can’t believe I did that. Does anybody else have that problem. One second it’s right there and poof! it’s vanished into the thin air between my ears. UGH!! I’ll think of it as soon as I turn off my computer.

OVERCOME---Thanks for the the link to treadmilldoctor. That is a great book rack. I’m ready to order it and get moving. The book rack that came with our TM is so far out in front, I can’t even reach it to turn the pages.

Okay ORANGE . . . where are you? Waiting for you post tonight, but haven’t seen one yet. Are you watching those grammys? Has Skeeter commandeered the computer????

Who’s watching Survivor? I CANNOT stand that “aspiring actress”!!! She’s pure evil. Watch her make it to the final four. Each week I say I’m not watching anymore, but keep going back. Yes, it’s a sickness.

Well, DH has a meeting tonight. So I’m going to hit the hay and get Maddie girl to keep me warm until my honey gets home. Good night all.
Kim

[karen3000]

Hey everyone! Glad to hear that most of those who were under the weather are improving. Those are some nasty bugs!

Been doing pretty well. I do need to start walking on the treadmill. Every day I wake up and say today will be the day......

Quick question - I want to replace my scale. I see some of you post with tenths of a pound and assume you use a digital. Do the less expensive digitals work well, or would I be better off getting a mechanical with the really easy to read numbers? Seems like every time I step on mine the number changes.

Welcome to all the newbies, of which I am one myself. This is a wonderful, warm, supportive group who makes all newcomers feel welcome!

Karen
Madison, WI

[amseraphim]

Dear Buddies,

I have just discovered a mistake I made!!!! I happened to look at my calendar, and last WIW I weighed 131!!!!!!! :mad: SOOOOO... that means I gained 1 lb since last week. http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//dizzy.gif I am not going to be too upset. It could have been worse!!!! Besides....da da da daaaaa DH has put the TM together!!!! And the new vacuum too. Ladies, ladies, ladies.. I bought the BAGLESS :rolleyes: You got to be quick on the draw when you have shopping tips, lol. Besides, I had one of those 200.00 Hoover Windtunnels, and I could NOT stand it when it came to changing the bag. I could never get the hole in the bag to stay atteched to hole from vacuum..... NOWWWW that was a mess to clean up. Not to mention, it gave me a headache every time I had vacuumed!!! :eek:
Oh well.

Those of you that are on AIM, please add me to your list. If you have added me, IM me when you see me sign on. I am not sure who is and isn't at work. It's always convenient for me to chat!!!!!

I am tired. Watching DH put together the TM wore me slap out http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//lol.gif

Everyone have a good night and a great Thursday!!!!!

Ann
140/132/115 - if only I could get below 130!!

Savannah GA

[Barbee]

Good Evening everyone. Yep - it is me. And yes - BOB - I was lurking and you could just feel it. Yes we got along the minute we met. Sorry I have not written to you lately but busy times.
Very busy times for us. School is crazy - kids have been so wound up lately but that is what you get when you live by the ocean. They leave early (skipping) to go to the ocean - whatever! Of course -- all these full moons we have been having lately certainly does not help.
Annette -- I live in Port Orange and work at Silver Sands Middle School. Hubby is the high school band director at New Smyrna High.
Deb -- my goodness -- what wonderful news.
Like I stated earlier - very busy times. This Friday is my son-in-law's birthday and his father is having a surprise party for him. That is also my brother's birthday - but he is in Missouri.
Then Saturday is my hubby's birthday -- yeh -- he is going to be 58. Those of you that met him can attest to the fact the man does not look even close to that age. A lot of people put him in the 30's -- god -- what am I - chopped liver! I look **** good for being 58 - oh by the way - I will be 59 on April Fools Day -- I do not want to hear aything about it OK? Someone is always playing a trick on me. The best one was when I was living in Illinois and hung around with 3 gals. They asked if they could take me out to lunch -- they did -- McDonald's drive-through!!
then Sunday is a bridal shower put on by middle daughter for her older sister who is getting married April 7.
Then next weekend is the huge subdivision garage sale and of course I have to do that.
Weather here has been so beautiful - especially today - in the low 70's -- it was wonderful.
I am doing well on my WOE - SB and WW -- it works for me. I have been going through my closet -- I have soooooooo many clothes in all different sizes. I was so mad -- some things that I had bought on sale a long time ago - I can not wear -- they are toooo big -- garage sale for them. I am down to 6 pair of pants including my jeans. It is a great feeling for sure.
Welcome allthe NEWBIES - my goodness there are so many of you -- hang in there and before I forget -- what is with all this cheating I am reading about -- when the weekend comes think it is Monday and Tuesday - maybe that will help. I have little tolerance -- either you are going to lose the weight and keep to the diet or not. When one cheats you always try to make it right -- well there is no right -- just say NO and do it. Drink ice cold water - that always helps me - or take a bite of something and dont swallow. Do not go somewhere with the idea I know I am going to have to cheat because there wont be anything there for me. Just work on it -- it always puts us back in the hole and that is not a good thing. I do not mean to preach but I guess I am. I also think that because I have to take so much medication (and they are weight gainers - side effect) I have to work extra hard to get the weight off. And then you all use TOM as an excuse -- it is - just accept the fact that you are going to have a gain and say to heck with it. Those of us that have gone through the lovely change sure can not use that as an excuse.
I am off the band wagon- whew!
Keep trying and it will all be good.
Take Care

Barbara
225/188/?

[Sasahm]

Seems like I'm gonna be the Queen of Quick-Posts here for a while.

CONGRATS to our Mommies-to-be!! What wonderful news.

Way to go, all you LOOSERS!! Ya'll are the coolest!

We are leaving Tuesday. Our new temporary home will be in Andover, Mass. Gonna be close quarters for 7 people in an 1150 sq.ft. apartment!! :eek:

OH, and I was down 1 pound today. Still don't consider that much of a loss until I can break the 218 mark. Today leaves me at 220, and I am hanging in by a thread! I SO much wanted to head down to Dairy Queen for a pecan mudslide...but I DIDN'T!! I need my husband! He really helps me stay focused!

Nite ladies!
Sara
Still in New Mexico for a few more days.

[GatorGal]

Annette--Once you've gone to your first SEC football game, you'll be hooked. We stay at a B&B in Gainesville when we go up for the games, and occasionally we meet big 10 folks who are down visiting their son or dau. And they are amazed at the spirit at the games. We sure do like our football down here. Don't listen to Big Orange. She is just mad because the Gators have beaten the Volunteers 6 out of the last 7 years, or is it 7 out of the last 8, Orange? Just teasing a little here. Every time we play Tennessee, it is anybody's game and the Gators have just been fortunate more often the the Vols. :)
Anyway, your daughter will be going to a good school academically, because UF is ranked in the top 50 academically, including private schools (Duke, etc.) The standards for admission are pretty high, and UF is the most difficult state university to get into. Hope she gets in and has a good experience there.

Barbee lives in Port Orange. She is older than 39, she is funny in that she is very direct. And I think she likes to see if she can get a reaction out of the people she is around. Am I right Barbee? She also has Debelli "pegged." Barbee likes beautiful clothes, and even has gold tennis shoes. She and I both think Debelli should get some "babe" clothes to go with her new svelte figure!! If ya got it, flaunt it!!

Viv--the only West-something that comes into mind right now is West Palm Beach. But we are really smart up here in central Fla. around Orlando. We even know how to punch ballots when we vote. Is your friend moving to Central Florida? It really is nice here, although some people who move down from "up north" complain about no change of seasons. We really have seasons, but not the hard winters like the snowbirds left behind. Right now is is 75-80 in the day time and I have been driving around with the top down on my convertible. Its great! In the summer it is in the 90's, no hotter than NYC or Boston, but the nights are also hot, in the 70's--high 70's. It is also humid, which is great for ones complexion, but makes the heat feel hotter. However, we do have air conditioning, so we just turn on the AC and go from our AC house to our AC car, to the AC store, etc. If you like to walk or run, you do it at night when it is "cooler."

Glory--we went to the Phoenix/Scotsdale area. We actually stayed in Scotsdale at a "resort" there. In that town, everything is a resort, even the Holiday Inn! It was chilly, about 65 in the day time. Slightly overcast. But I just stayed cozy inside.

Debelli, did you ever post the pictures of our day in Orlando? I never did get to review all the posts when I was so busy and when I was gone, so thought I might have missed the information. I am curious to see how the pictures turned out. Hope you are feeling better. Probably a good idea to take it easy until you get well. If your body is using all its energy to heal, then walking just detracts from its full potential aimed at your illness. Good luck.

Have a great Thursday and I'll post tomorrow night.

[happywisdom]

DEBELLI.....ARGHHHH!!!!! I just got your email with the breakfast menus when at once my water bottle fell on to my laptop and I grabbed a papertowel to wipe it and I accidently deleted your email to me. The computer is ok,whew but could you pleeeeese send it again so I can print it out before something else jumps on to the keyboard. thanks :) HAPPY

[Barbee]

WOW - twice in one night.
No - Gatorgal -- you do not have me figured out. I do not do things or say things to get an reaction out of people -- I really could care. That is the way I am -- have always been that outspoken and have eaten my foot a few times but hey. I have always said what ever came to mind -- I am very truthful and if someone wants my opinion I will give it to them - whether they like it or not.
In all of my evalutions as a teacher that is the first thing my principals say - very outspoken - speaks her mind. Now that I have straightened that out I am going to go to bed.
Has anyone used Splenda in cooking? I love orange bread - revamped the recipe and used whole wheat flour and Splenda. Well I have no idea what that was that came out of the oven but sure as heck was not orange bread -- It was god - awful. Right to the garbage.
Have to hit the sheets for some good beauty rest,
May you all have a good day tomorrow.
Nite
Barbee

[Bunny Lover]

Evening everyone. Congrats to all of you who lost today!! http://www.3fatchicks.com/ubb//spinning.gif I didn't dare get on the scale, and won't until my TOM has arrived and is near over! But I've been pretty good, so hopefully by this time next week I can rejoice with you instead of just for you!

DEB: I am so thrilled for you!! 60 # is quite the milestone, indeed! Oh, I just cannot wait until I can say that of myself!

In the past, I've always seen getting near goal the only "Hurray!!" moment, but am noticing that even though I have a long way to go before reaching goal, that losing weight has so many rewards along the way. Sort of a no-brainer, but it hit me today. A friend (who knows I'm 'dieting') commented on the fact that I look slimmer every time she sees me. While it felt good to hear that, I found it hard to accept her compliment and sort of brushed it off. I think it's because I know I have so much more to lose before being a 'normal' size. But I'll tell ya, I sure feel better about myself already and I'm only down 30.

About the Cadbury frozen eggs... I caved. Last night, I went ahead and had ONE (It was a 4 pack). It didn't have freezer yucky taste or anything and wa