LA Weight Loss - LAWL Losers and Friends July 16-22

Hi everyone :wave:

I just started LAWL on July 4th (Independence from FAT day) and so far it's going pretty good. Iwas down 5.6 pounds, but was up 2.2 when I went in to get weighed day before yesterday. I think it should just be water weight gain due to TOM because I've stuck to the plan. Hubby is also on LAWL and down 13 lbs so far (what a showoff! LOL)

I've been checking out the threads here, and posted an intro over the weekend in the LAWL main thread and it was suggested I come join you all over here in this thread. I am doing Luna bars instead of Lites and I'm a little annoyed with the COD right now because Thursday night the Asst. Director actually had the gall to say "if you aren't going to do our bars, you shouldn't do any at all. We could give you some more food." As if I'm stupid and can't read the nutritional information and see that they are nutritionally equivalent? Give me a break. Even though I think LAWL is a good program, I'm starting to understand very quickly why they are being sued by the State of Oregon. After my husband weighed in this morning, they called our home and said they wanted us to come in for a "progress update" and he mentioned I get to meet with one of the managers. This seems weird. We're already in their twice a week -- couldn't they measure us when we're in there? Why the need to set up a special appointment?

Evening everyone! Yep, I FINALLY have a new photo for the avatar thanks to my yds taking the photo. Of course, it took 2 days to get it out here because the software on my 'puter wouldn't work and I had to reload it... Anyway... it's there and I've add a couple to my "Weight-loss Journey". It's so cool to be able to see the difference in each one and to hear when others can see the difference too. Sometime I wonder if I'm the only one, but my family was watching me work in them tonight and was amazed at the difference since Oct. and especially since I started in Sept.! WOW!!!
Renee - Thanks for noticing! I can't believe you saw the photo before I actually told anyone it was out here! You go girl!
Felicia - I started at 329 (I think...) and I'm at 289 now after a hiatus where I lost and gained the same few pounds for several weeks. I think people notice my weight loss more everytime I buy something new to wear! (I made a commitment to myself that I would NOT buy anything that was not "fitted" as I lost weight... it was hard because I still see myself in huge t-shirts, but as you will see in my weightloss journey... I'm buying clothes that are more fitted now, not baggy and I get lots of comments on "all the weight" I've lost! http://www.soulcysters.net/images/smilies/woohoo1.gif

Well, gotta go, it's time for bed since I've got to work later today (Saturday), but I've gotta tell you... TO and the three days following?!?
Can you say 10 POUNDS?!? http://www.soulcysters.net/images/smilies/party.gif
Okay, night night! I'll work on my ticker soon...
Blessings,

Welcome Suz....sounds like you and DH are doing well. Some CODs can be a pain and some a blessing. A lot of us just write "Lite" in our book vs being specific as to what the lite actually was. Try that and if the "harping" continues just tell them exactly what you just told us....you are fully aware of the nutritional values and don't feel they need to waste your time or there time rehashing this subject. On another note, the all food program is actually better for you, but I missed the lite when I tried it that way. Need my sweet fix!

Pearl.....love the new pics. I actually was "checking you out" last night. Keep up the great work.

Renee - boy, that is a small time. But for the sake of your DS I think it's great that he and his dad are close to one another. I assume his dad is there for him....I would think the small town atmosphere would ensure that. Believe me...you don't want to venture into the traffic and congestion that most other Georgia towns are suffering with. At the rate it's going, it will soon make its way to Cleveland.

Dan - thanks for going to the court hearing....anyone of us could potentially have the same thing happen and it's good to know what goes on behind the scenes. Funny that you ran into someone you knew...I always say...it's a small world...

Okay - I vowed I was NOT going to come on the computer today......I came here to check out something else and here I am...but I'm out for now. Busy day; volunteering at a Poker Run for breast cancer...motorcycles are involved for all you motorcycle fans. (I won't be on one...I'm just a poker girl...handing out the cards to the riders). It's finally sunny and gorgeous here today....no rain in site for today.

Hello everyone..

Some of you remember me, some of you don't. Welcome to the new people.

I've been away from the boards and up until about the beginning of April, I was able to maintain the loss on my ticker. Then, I basically went off program and I gained back "yikes" 23. However, last Friday, I had one of those "git er done" moments (and the fact that my current wardrobe has been getting snug) and fully committed. My first week recommited (2 days Fast Forward, doing the LA Slimdown every other day) I lost 10 POUNDS! :D So now I'm "up" 13 pounds over ticker, which makes me feel a heck of a lot better than being 23.

Anyway, I won't go into the issues that derailed me from losing more (I basically stopped losing last December after 7 months on program) or the nadir point which led me completely off program. Let's just say I'm back now and taking it one day at a time. My mini goal is to get by to my lowest point (231) by Labor Day. My stretch goal is to get to onederland by New Years (I know its a "stretch" but it's a goal.)

Anyway, I've been lurking for about 2 weeks and thought I'd post a "hello". This board is awesome and the best support board out there...Suzette

Good morning everyone! I haven't completely caught up but came on for some last minute inspiration before we head to Disneyland!

I did catch your post Felicia-WAY TO GO! Coming home was good for me bc my family hasn't seen me since my first 8lbs. They ALL noticed of course so that just made me more determined to stay on plan this weekend. The teachers/parents at your school will definitely notice! I'm happy for your son, too! Such a confidence booster.

Gotta run-but hope you all are having a great weekend!

We found a home for our sweet Weimaraner, Roux. I ran an ad in the paper and by noon, we had received over 20 calls! The first lady who called didn't know what a Weimaraner was. When I described him to her, she said, "Oh, I was looking for more of a lap dog!" I told her that Roux would definitely get in her lap, but she wouldn't like it very much! The second person who called said he and his wife had been wanting a Weim for 6 years, but hadn't had the space for it until recently when they moved. They have 8 acres of land and a big black lab and two rat terriers. I told her to come by and meet Roux, but I wasn't committing to anything until we met. Roux LOVED her on sight! It was great. She and her husband are big people like me and DH, so he'll feel fight at home! They have kids (7, 4, & 3) so I know he'll love that. It just felt right. She asked all the right questions and left me with their home number, telling me to call absolutely any time to check on him. She said we could even come visit, but I don't think that would be good for Roux right now. It would probably confuse him. He jumped right into their Suburban and into the back seat with the kids, who were laughing and loving all over him. We said goodbye and I walked into the house and sobbed for about 20 minutes. I already miss him, but I know we're doing the right thing. Our new house won't have a fenced backyard for several months and keeping a dog like Roux trapped in the house and not able to play and romp wouldn't be fair to him at all. I'm going to call tonight and see how he's adjusting.

hi gang... Just a quick note to say hello...

Ate a hotdog today at the skating rink where we took Danny for his birthday.. At least I was getting some exercise while we were there, right? It was really the only thing there other than nachos, but I needed the protein...

Anyway.. looks like grilled chicken salad for dinner... :lol:

Hello all....well the last few days have pretty much been a train wreck....and since i've been involved in one of those (long story) i can say for sure that is what it has been! My 21 day boost has turned to a bust! But I'm getting up tomorrow and starting over. Recommited and on task! For me July 22-Aug 11....boosting! If anyone wants to start the boost I'm willing to have a partner!

We got some sorta good news today about DFS...it looks like the state and child services is really going forward with termination. Please don't confuse my matter of factness for not being excited...but we have been here before...in fact we've had 4 termination hearings cancelled and continued in the past. But if we get to go forward with this one it will be in Sept and we will be able to begin adoption procedures right away. I'm holding out hope and praying like crazy for God's perfect will to be done......but I'm not doing cartwheels just yet!

DFD is not satisfied with crawling...she is already trying to walk. She pulls up to the couch and tries to stand independently. I think she really just wants to prove everyone wrong and show she's not a "drug baby"! I say good for her....and let's WALK! DH and I have a friendly wager....he says she will be walking by the end of summer....and I'm still saying before her birthday in Nov....we'll see....we still haven't set the stakes of this wager......but I'm doing my best to think of something good!

That's all from here.......anyone care to join me for a BOOST?????
Later all!

Heather - I am with you but I can't start until Monday July 23. Maybe this will help jump start me again and get me back to the swing of things. I am looking forward to it - except the FF but I will get my oranges tomorrow.

At least there are 2 of us!!

I was feeling like such a failure when I went in and got weighed Thursday evening and the scales were up 2 pounds.....so much so that I really didn't want to go get weighed today. But I forced myself to go and the good news was that not only did I drop the couple I gained, but lost a couple more on top of that! It's really hard for me to stay motivated if I'm not seeing progress, so this was just the boost I needed! :)

Hope everyone's having a GREAT weekend!

Hi Everyone....

Karen, no I couldn't have the laser because of previous conditions but recovery is going well. I was hoping to keep my ovaries but they had to take one, at least they left me one so i don't have to take harmones. Family history of breast cancer makes those harmones kind of scarey. Sorry Dan, probably more info than you wanted to read.

My eye sight seems to be better today....but I think when I feel like getting out I will go get some reading glasses.

I hope everyone is having a great "POP" weekend.

Good Morning Everybody! :wave:

Want to pop in and say HI. Congrts to all the WL Losers!

Yesterday we went to NYC for the day. I'm glad I didn't drive over there. We ended up parking in NJ and taking a ferry across. We didnt' get to see quite as much as I had hoped, but I decided that maybe we will take one of the tour buses next time we decide to go to get the full experience. So, needless to say, yesterday was not a POP day. I had a banana and LA lite for breakfast, slice of cheese pizza for lunch, and McDonald's double cheeseburger & a few fries for dinner. No v's at all!! We walked a LOT and I drank plenty of water. Will find out tomorrow at WI if I sabotaged myself or not.
Oh well, we had fun, and today is a new day!

I got some news yesterday a.m. I PASSED MY BOARDS!!
I went onto the State website for license verification, and there is a license number for me!! WOOHOO!!
That is such a relief to be over with!

Gotta run. I think we are hitting a car show today. Will check back in later!

I didn't have to call to check on Roux last night. Around 5 pm, his new mom called to tell me how he was doing. She said that when they got there, Roux ran circles around their 1-acre fenced yard for TWO hours before he laid down! He and her lab were getting along great and while we were talking, Roux and her two rat terriers were playing chase. She said he approached one of her cats right after they arrived, but after being swiped in the nose pretty good, he was avoiding them! She also told me that they have a large dog run fenced on one end of the yard where they put the dogs at night. Inside the run are three 5X5 brick doghouses with fans and heaters! She said that she and her husband and the kids had all been out in the yard playng with all the dogs and they were all amazed at what a big baby Roux is - in a good way. They love how Roux likes to snuggle. She told me again to call as often as I liked to check on him and said she would call us from time to time to update us on how Roux is doing.

I know that God really answered our prayers for finding Roux the perfect home!

Good Morning All

Can anyone tell me what this BOOST is? Cause I think I need one...lol

Looks like today we are off to the beach...its a gorgeous day out there already! sun is hot hot hot!

in the newbie section i printed out directions for TAKE OFF and how to mix the knudsens juice...i think there is a typo...it says mix
26oz of knudsens morning blend and 6oz of water then 8tsp of benefibre...shld it be 26ozs of h20? im hoping i didnt do this wrong but i didnt have any replied to my question about it in the threads...if i did it wrong i may have to start over...if anyone can let me know i wld greatly appreciate it...i think it was originally posted by Lettie
POP People :) enjoy your day!
MizzT

Sherry....Good for you about passing your boards! You certainly have the right attitude about yesterday. Tomorrow (today) is another day, Scarlett...lol.. Just return to plan and drink that lemon water.

Felicia: Glad to hear Roux is doing well. It's hard to let go of a furbaby but you are doing what's best for him. About 13 years ago, we got a Yorkshire Terrier pup. He was a good dog but our boys were toddlers (and the youngest was not around yet) and he had trouble adjusting to become part of the family (Yorkies like to BE the family...lol). Well, my grandmother came up to visit and instantly, they took a liking to each other. She'd lost her husband (her 3rd...tough lady...she outlived 3 husbands) about 5 years earlier but my cousins had been living with her while they went to college. Well, the cousins had moved out and she was alone again. Like I said, the dog and my grandmother "bonded". Though it was tough, I ended up letting her leave with the dog. That little dog provided her with company and love for the last 13 years of her life.

The little dog died last June. The loss was devastating for her. My grandmother died (at the age of almost 90) in October. She died of a botched medical procedure (otherwise, she was VERY healthy for her age) but sometimes, I wonder if she died of a broken heart. We buried her with an 8x10 picture of her little dog, her companion who, as she said, "gave me a reason to get up in the morning and get out of bed."

I'm sure God has a plan for Roux, even if it isn't with your family. :)

Hi Everyone!

As usual, no rest for me and it's a busy weekend. So, I'm going to keep my personals to this page and what I remember from the previous read thru.

Pearl - I recall I saw you lost a lot of weight and put a new pic up. Beautiful!

Felicia - I'm so sorry you had to rehome your Roux but what a wonderful home for him to go to! I was the same as his new owner when I got Buster. I kept emailing the aussie rescue telling them every little detail of his adjustment and progress. I just loved him so much and wanted them to know!

Sherry - WTG on the boards! Congratulations!

Heather - I pray that the courts do the right thing regarding your DFD. Do her biological parents have any visitation or contact? If that's too personal, you don't have to answer. I know the system can be very complicated.

LuckyBuster - Glad you finally saw some results at COD!

Carrie - I'm glad your surgery went well!

Dan - I'm sorry to hear about the news at the hearing. I would hope that corporate would want some good publicity and honor that agreement for you even if it is not their fault.

Well on Friday I got the news that the advertising campaign for the LAWL franchises here is being put off a month. That means, I have a month without COD and comped products. Just as I was really getting into it too. Fortunately, I have all of you gals and guy here to help me stick to it COD or no. They did offer me a very good discount on their products for my "limbo" time and I picked up some lites and a box of slim down shakes. Mini-Me comes home on Friday (yay!) which means finances are going to be tight again. That little thing can EAT! I wasn't at all POP yesterday but back on it today.

Now it's time to clean up a bit and hopefully get a haircut before the evening news cast. Oh, and it looks like the chopper thing will be no longer soon. I'll miss flying, but will be relieved to actually have one day off on the weekends now. I figure after I meet me weight loss goal and feel comfortable about myself, I'll go shake hands at another TV station.

Hi to everyone else I didn't do a personal too. And where is Latisha?

Days like today I wonder why I married a man with children. Food will not comfort the anger and discontentment I have inside. All I can do is stay on program to the best of my ability and move on. I don't have any kids of my own and this is the first experience i have ever had with kids. Needless to say based on the way the treat me I definitely do not want any of my own. People say that when I have my own it will be different. I don't beileve it. Soon I will look amazing and healthy because I love myself enough to do what is best for me!

Hang in there Amy. Children are not easy, especially those with split up parents. They act out for a variety of reasons (mine did too) that even they don't understand. It doesn't mean that they are bad or you are a failure as a step parent. Eventually, the walls do come down and you will reap rewards of your patience.

Stay on the program because that is your one thing that is truly for you! You have the right mindset in loving yourself. Really, you will always be the one who does that best. Take care!

Liza....my DFS has visits with his bio parents. They were weekend visits but something happened a few weeks back and now he only has 2 hour SUPERVISED visits once a week.

DFD doesn't have visits...her bio mom saw her twice when she was first born and then never showed for visits again. Since that time she hasn't been able to stay out of jail for various reasons....so for DFD it's like she is ours....we've had her since she was 2 days old....so she knows no other parents!

Hi Heather - Sorry I got that wrong about it being DFS news. I have my fingers crossed for you. I'm so glad they have you and your DH in their lives! I have a niece who is in foster care and I have legal guardianship of her. She is a special needs child and I would give anything for the courts to terminate her biological parents rights to her because the home she is in is the most loving and caring place she could be in. It's a complicated story. My sister is mentally disabled with an IQ of 64. She never should've been in that situation but my family failed her and blocked me of getting custody of her. When her baby was born she was immediately taken away, as she should have been. They placed her with the father and I objected. If he was going to get a girl like my sister pregnant, what was he going to do to the baby? The baby ended up being taken from him within four days of him getting custody and was back in the hospital. It turned out my niece has severe physical problems and the nurse in the NICU just fell in love with her. My niece has lived with her for her entire 4 years now and knows no other family or home. I would give anything for her to be able to adopt and not have to worry about legal issues. The best the courts can do for now is split legal guardianship between the foster mother and I. I have to be notified and give permission for medical procedures, moving, etc. but the foster mother has jurisdiction over most things. No one else in my family should ever have access to that little girl. I cut ties with them many years ago. As it is, I just spoke to my ex MIL to see how things are going with Mini-Me's visit and she told me my mother and sister called her house informing her they know my daughter is there and they have rights to visit her. They'll do anything to get revenge on someone they believe has done them wrong (I just cut them out of our life, that was my wrongdoing) Fortunately, ex MIL knows about them all too well and hung up the phone on both. She knows to call the police if they show up.

Ok, that was really personal. Time to get back to cleaning, getting around to that haircut and getting ready for work.

Liza: isn't it funny how the courts and the people that are SUPPOSED to work for the children seem to forget the children in the whole process? If I knew how to do it I would work to see that EVERY state has a bill of rights for CHILDREN in foster care.......but i'm sure I wouldn't know where to begin!

I agree 100% Heather. The courts failed me when I was a child in that home. My biological father and adopted father both sued for custody of me several times and lost. My mother is not a good person.. but she is a great manipulator and she won every time. They really failed my sister. The Guardian Ad Litem assigned to my sister recommended that she come live with me when she turned 18 (as an incapacitated adult) as did every other investigator in her case. Social Services really did put an effort into her. My mother came in at the hearing with one psychological evaluation and had her declared as a competent adult. I couldn't believe it. I had a support system all ready to go here in San Diego. An assisted living home, a job at Walmart, school. Her life really could've been different. Now, it is damaged beyond repair.

MizzT-Nope, it really is 26oz juice and 6 oz H20 because the Knudsens is NOT concentrated like the COD juice or the Hollywood juice. And you water it down and add the benefiber to make it better match the COD juice AFTER it is watered down.

Liza - Thanks sweetie! Your avatar always makes me smile!

We had yds' 14th birthday party at the bowling alley where I work since we're there most of the time and my coworkers (most of them) have become a second family. So first church, then mexican food (again), then bowling alley and birthday cake... (good grief!) The good news is that I bowled for the first time in 19 months (since I blew out my knee bowling). It was such fun and it really is a good workout if you keep up the momentum. At first I was chicken and nursing my knee, but I got into it and tried to get my skills back. Obviously, it will take a while, but I'll improve with practice.
Hugs, going to spend some time with my boys,
Blessings,

Happy Sunday evening gang...

The nest is quiet as Liz reads and I sit her typing, half paying attention to "Van Helsing" on the tube.. Ahh... the rest is quiet... The kiddos are off at camp for the week.. At this point, it only seems like we're having a night off while the kids are at grandma's, but I'm sure in a couple of days, their absence will really be felt.. It's nice to have some time to ourselves, but it's never quite as comforting as you'd think...

We were pretty much POP today while on the road to camp.. Had plenty of veggies with my turkey sandwich at lunch, and had a nice big salad for dinner tonight after raquetball..

The problem this week as been regularity.. I just can't, well, you know, "get on track"... Not that you all really wanted to know that.. :lol: