Sugar Shakers - Sugar Busters Weekly Support Board 1/21-1/27

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
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WELCOME! :D

GOOD MONDAY MORNING EVERYONE!

Will post my usual morning post sometime later, but wanted to make sure I got our
MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY done early in the morning, so here's my contribution for MM:

http://members.aol.com/debelli/monday_morning_thought.jpg

THE ROAD

There is a road that leads from where you are this very moment all the way to the best life you can possibly imagine. There is a road that leads from this very place where you find yourself today, all the way to your most treasured dreams.

Though it will sometimes be rocky and it will often be a steep climb, it's a road that you're free to take whenever you decide you're ready. As you travel the road you will learn, you will grow, you will achieve, you will bring about the very best of your possibilities.

Though it might seem nice to just skip the road and to arrive instantly at your dreams, doing so would drain all the value from those dreams. Because what makes those dreams meaningful to you in the first place is the person you'll become in reaching them.

The road ahead is difficult and it is wonderful. What a grand opportunity you have to travel it! Enjoy and get the most from every step, for that is where you'll find the richness of your life.

-- Ralph Marston

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Have a wonderful day, a fabulous week!!!!!

Debbie
194/12?/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Rainy Monday here in Georgia. Just wanted to make a quick post, guess I'm the first this AM! Hope everyone had a great wekend. I did walk a mile yesterday around my block so I'm still going strong! Will try to check the board later on today, MSN is down and of course Juno is to aggravating to stay on long!

Great Motivation Monday post Debelli!

:spin:

Ol sleepy head here. Got to sleep a little late this morning and it was nice. :yawn:

Going to one of those pottery painting places today with my co-worker bud Kara. She is so down to Earth and makes me laugh! She is a good person. She has never met Spewer but is dying to gouge her eyes out. I think Kara will get the chance this spring, as I have invited her to a Keeno that I'm hosting and to the beach weekend in April. It'll be interesting to see someone who is TRULY funny steal Spewer's limelight.

ANYWAY, I think I'm gonna paint a funny plate or bowl for the kitchen that says "The chef is not responsible for pet hair in the food." I bought a painted tile for MIL a long time ago that said that and when their dog died she took it down. It hung over their dog's bowl for years.

I'm a little sore from the gym yesterday. Ran only a mile on the TM (Still hated it, even at that short distance) and lifted weights. Had trouble with this cough while running and I'm sure the lady on the TM next to me thought I was gonna cough all over her. Gonna do my exercise ball ab workout today. For those of you who have one of those (exercise ball) they have good ab exercises in this month's Runner's World.

Both of my teams lost yesterday. I don't know who I will chear for in the Super Bowl. :(

Anyone watch the Golden Globes other then BOB? I watched the arrival show so I could see the clothes. Always interesting.

DEB - The quiche came out pretty good. When I was ready to bake it I couldn't find the quiche pan! :rolleyes: I had moved it, of course I found it last night when I was cooking something else. Anyway, I baked it in a deep-dish pie plate. The center was a little runny, I think it was not squeezing the spinach as mush as I needed to. But other than that it was good, though not as good as yours. I plan on eating some for lunch today. Happy Birthday to Lauren. Hope she had a great party and a fun day.

QUILTER - I watch TLC's TS too. I haven't seen the one your are talking about but boy do I wiish I had of! Who was teh decorator? I've only seen one that the people really didn't like and that lady is no longer a designer on the show. She was the blonde lady that wore the weird hats at the end of the show. On that show they redid the living room and it looked like the set of the dating game and the decorator was sick for most of the 2 days. Alex was still the host of the show then. Did you see that one? I like Frank because he cares what they home owners' want but I don't always like what he does. I like the red head chick and the man of Asian descent. Both of them seem like nice people too and their ideas are great. The others can get a bit wacko with what they want and don't always care what the people who have to live with it want/don't want. I love it when TLC has TS marathon weekends! Do you know why Alex left? Hmmm...

Well, time to go clean the messy kitchen AGAIN! That room never seems as though it gets 100% clean before it gets messy again! Too bad my magic wand is still at the shop! :lol: Have a great day all!

Peace,
FROG

Good morning everyone! Not much news from last night. I decided to stay home today. My boss said the office would be open, but if we wanted not to come in, that would be okay. DH has day off and I think we’re headed for a movie and a bit of shopping this afternoon. I just love spending the day with my honey.

MEL---Sorry to say that I had to chuckle at your “one with nature” snowshovelling story. I could picture the ds thinking he’s so funny. BTW, I think men have a sixth sense about that sort of thing. The last big snow we had my dh was in St. Louis. There was nobody but me to take care of it. Ugh!! Let’s work those upper arms, okay??? Hope you had a nice and rest of the day.

FROGGIE---My thoughts are with you, hon, as you have to endure another Spewer session. Make it a game and see how many times you can avoid contact. And remember the age-old adage, “I’m rubber and you’re glue. What bounces of me sticks to you.” LOL. Keep cool, but then again . . . you are the coolest already!!! Oooooo, I can’t wait to hear about your day painting. That sounds like so much fun. And I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that quote. How wonderful. Being the mommy to a German Shepherd, you can imagine the dog hair situation in this house. My vacuum has a permanent place of residence in the living room. I should use it for an ottoman when it’s not running. Your story of the your MIL’s dog reminded me that when I go to my boss’ house, she still has Maggie’s collar and leash hanging by the back door. She lost Maggie over a year ago, and I think it’s such a fitting tribute/memorial to still have her favorite thing out. I get a tear everytime I’m over there and see her leash. The designer for that episode was Doug, and you know how he can get. Icall him the male Hilda because I think they are both way too into what they want. Yes, I saw the show you are talking about. Weren’t the walls sort of lilac in a harliquin pattern of enormous diamonds and she had those white hand casts on the mantel against that deep purple wall. Her name was Dez and she was odd. She always made those stupid lamps out of all kinds of things. I think that room had a silver metal garbage can for the base of a lamp. Yes, she is goneville. I don’t know why Alex left. I wasn’t crazy about her. I tired of her whining. Plus I’ll bet that’s a grueling two days. They’ve been to Cinti a couple of times and one of my girlfriends knows one set of people. She said its a tremendous amount of work for the homeowners and everybody involved. Perhaps Alex just got tired.

BOB---You are so funny. No speed for this chicky. Just a whole lot of opinions and some very fast typing fingers. You make me so hungry with your Sunday cooking reports. Wish I could be that organized. Tell Skeeter to hang in there and hope he gets better really soon. I think I missed something. Is the prednisone for his skin condition? Hope you had fun at the Golden Globes. Meet anybody interesting?????

ROSALIE---Thanks for answering about the granola. I’ll have to do a search for one that DEB posted. I think you and I have very similar tastes in movies. Today we are either going to see A Beautiful Mind, Harry Potter, or Fellowship of the Rings. Can’t decide. Probably depends on what time we get to the cinema.

FILLISE---What a good idea to buy supplies ahead of time. If I’d just finish the projects I have started, I’d have a lot of projects lined up. I’m so awful about starting a craft and then losing interest or getting stuck and stopping. What’s your favorite craft? Mine, of course, is quilting, but I would also like to do some mosaic work. Miss Belle must be a frustrated crafter. What do you think?

WAFRA---Isn’t it great to feel really good about what you’re eating? I’ve spent so many months berating myself for every mouthful. And I think that adds to the problem, at least for me. Keep up the good work. I am a little worried about going to the movies this afternoon. I love popcorn. Yikes!!! Inner conflict and struggle. And I don’t think I’d be as good as you by stopping with one handful.

CAT---Glad to see you back. I missed you. Good luck with the BFL. I don’t know exactly what that is, but I’m guessing some specific program for healthy eating and living. Hope it works for ya. Glad that you are a TS fan as well. I agree that sometimes the results are way out there. I do love Frank and how he adds all his finishing hand-done artwork. He seems to be about what the homeowners want. Some of the designers are more about their “vision” blah, blah, blah. I’m the same as you. Wouldn’t want to trust my neighbors. But also wouldn’t want to work on their homes. That woman was such a b**** yesterday at the end of the show. And her husband was complaining because nothing was the same. Hello, could somebody read him the definition of redecorating??? The key word is CHANGE. LOL

DEB---I love Sean Penn, so I know we will try to see I Am Sam. We don’t go to movies very much at all. Last one we saw at the theatre was Crouching Tiger. So you see how long it is for us between movies. We watched an old Sean Penn this weekend called Sweet and Lowdown. He played this terribly egocentric, horrible little man who was a fabulous jazz guitarist during the depression. The movie was odd (Woody Allen), but Penn was so good in it. So was his co-star.

KAREN---So sorry that Bret and the gang fell short. We were on our way to dinner so had to listen on the radio. I can’t believe it went that badly for you all. I really dig the Pack. Bret is the man. It just wasn’t his day. Hope the loss didn’t affect your party too much. Now will you be a love and cheer for my team who’s still in it? I’m a big Steeler fan. Having grown up over in the neck of the woods during their fabulous 70’s era, I still have a very large soft spot for them. If you can’t, I’ll understand. (Many people loathe them.) Just know that’s where my heart will rest next weekend.

Well, girls, I think I will take my book and go soak in the tub for a while. Paul’s enjoying an extra long snooze. The house is nice and quiet. So this is a perfect time to soak the bod. Hope each of you have a splendid day. Let’s be good today. If we succeed during Monday, the rest of the week will go smoother and easier.

Take care.
Kim

Good Monday Morning

I was up bright and early this morning and had my house vacuumed by 8 o'clock - a rare event. Had tidied up and dusted before going to bed last night. Just can't stand to spend too much time during the day housecleaning when I have other more interesting things to do :lol: Have to do a bit of shopping this morning then have two sessions of badminton, one this afternoon and another one this evening. Just remembered I have to throw in a load of laundry before I head out.

I guess I will have to forget about ordering agave from the Canadian site I found. On checking it out again this morning it appears that they only sell wholesale to stores and businesses. So I will be picking some up when I go down to Florida in March.

Quilter - The Almond Granola recipe is on the latest recipe board. I'd like to see A Beautiful Mind, maybe next week if I can't fit it in this week. On Thursday I am planning on going to see Gosport Park. It's supposed to be a good movie. Another good movie I saw a couple of months ago was Captain Corellis Mandolin. It should be out on video by now. I did see Harry Potter but wasn't too impressed with it. I thought there were some nasty scenes in it. Certainly not suitable for young kids. And it is supposed to be a kids movie.

Frog - Hope you enjoy your day at the pottery. It's too bad you have to spend so much time in Spewer's company when she is such a bore. Hope your friend is able to get one up on her when they meet.

Bye for now.

Marie.

It's a rainly morning here is Auburn, and not really a day off either because there is so much to do around the house. Oh well, I'll do what I can and not sweat the rest!

I just took a cake out of the oven. Relax, it's not for me and thus far I have not sampled anything. A couple in my SS class had a death in the family, so we are taking food and I drew dessert. I had a cake mix in the house and decided this would be a good excuse to get rid of it. I wanted to make it a little more special so I took a bar of my good Valhrona chocolate and busted it into small pieces and mixed it into the batter. I hope it tastes ok--but it came out looking very pretty. I'll ice it and get it out of the house ASAP!

Other than that I had a good day yesterday food-wise. Last night I baked a pork chop for dinner, steamed some spinach and made some baked sweet potato fries. I saw this on a show on the food network last week (the eating healthy show on Sat mornings). You cut a sweet potato (actually I do 1/2 at a time and it makes plenty) into sticks and put then in a bowl of cold water for a few hours. Then you spray a baking pan with PAM (or whaterver. Put the "fries" on the pan and give them a little spritz. Season to taste (I use Jane's carzy salt mixture) and back for about 20-30minutes. Turn them over 1/2 way through cooking. They are really yummy! I've seen folks on this board talk about variations on this, but the soaking them in water in the fridge seems to crisp them up a little bit.

Motivational tidbit for the day--The food you put in your mouth today is precious fuel for your body. When the owner's manual on our cars says "unleaded gas only" we would never dream of putting the wrong kind of gas in our cars. Well, the owner's manual for your body says "sugar-free" only. When we put the right kind of fuel in our bodies they will run more efficiently, burn fat, and give us the energy we need to accomplish our goals!

Kim--I'm fond of needlepoint and x-stitch. I have a scrapbooking project to do this week too. Other than that I just have a box of stuff that comes in handy when I get a notion to play with glue and paint! I two CHristmas wreaths this year (one to keep and one to give away). The wreath I made Sat was out of stuff left over from that project. It is pretty on my door. I've never tried quilting, but I want to someday!

Frog--Have fun tonight--spewer or not! I've heard about those Keeno parties, but have never been to one.

Got to go--I have two meetings this morning (since it is a holiday, two civic organizations I'm in have decided to have meetings today--sheesh). One is for a banquet that is next Monday night and I'm on the planning committee--so I guess it really needs to be done.

Have a great day everyone!

Susan
300/238/150
JUly 10, 2000

Good morning! It took me forever to catch up from the weekend!

I didn’t do much at all this weekend. It was rainy and cold and just a good time to stay in. I even took a Sunday afternoon nap yesterday!! I paid for it last night though, I couldn’t sleep!

I don’t know what it is, but I just can’t keep my water intake up over the weekends! I could just kick myself every Mon morn!!

Tomorrow is my big day for the PAP re-do – I am so looking forward to that, yeah right! It is also the day I get my hair highlighted for the first time ever! I’m real exited about it, can’t wait to see how it turns out!

Mel – I’m a hypo – YUCK! I know what you mean about the snow predictions and people rushing to the stores for bread (and milk)! I’m in N.AL and the few times I can remember being actually being unable to get anywhere, it doesn’t last long at all – but you couldn’t guess that if you looked around the grocery stores after the first weatherman says "SNOW" outloud.

Deb – can’t believe you passed on that chair! Glad to see you are on your way back down (told ya so)!

Not much time right now – will get back with you gals later!
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My, it sounds like everybody is up and running already this morning! Makes me feel a little lazy!!!!
My crew is off work today and out of school, we slept in and I had to go to work. I didnt even get up and fix DH and DS breakfast! What bad wife and mother I am!!! They didnt seem to mind too much.
This weekend was tough, I was grouchy all weekend and tired. I slept till 11am on both Saturday and Sunday! I didnt even go to church! Unlike me. So I think that I am reaching that TOM. My PCOS keeps me guessing.

I have 2 doctors appt on Wednesday, so I am hoping that they have good news for me, I am hoping that my blood work is going to shock them with great numbers!!!!! I have lost a few lbs too, so I am hoping that they are shocked about that too. So I will know more later.

It is motivational Monday, so I thought I would add a thought.........You are the only one that can control what goes into you mouth, what you do in your spare time, and how much excersice you do. It was taken me a long time for that to sink into my thick skull, so I thought I would share.

Well, I am at work, so I will go for now
Pravda
262/254/125
Jan 4th 2002

COLOR=deeppink]HiedieHo All!!!!

I have been trying to get caught up just lurking and reading all your posts, But just can't do it!! I think the exercise on Friday turned Mt. Everest into a mountain range.

I CANNOT SIT!!!!!

Spent last two days medicating and trying to sit or lie on side. Last night was some better. Today went to NH but dang that chair was hard!!!! Was disappointed in myself but could not even try exercise. And to you doubting Thomases, THAT IS NOT AN EXCUSE!!!!!

All right, control yourselves!! This is no laughing matter! You try sitting on top of a mountain range and see how it feels!!! I don't imagine the scenery is very pretty either!!

QUILTER _ My kids had an eerie car like you described, called it "Christine".

I know you all can be butt kicking friends, but I beg of you all to have pity!!!!

Take care all, sef[/COLOR]

I'm tickled to hear so many of you are considering the WDW HALF MARATHON TEAM STARBUCKS or WDW TEAM STARBUCKS CHEERING SQUAD!!!!

Here's a plan for those of you who just aren't sure you can do it….. 1/4 mile per week - that's all you have to do is start with 1/4 mile and add another 1/4 mile each week until January and then you'll be so close to 13.2 miles that it will be nothing! FROG and DEBBIE and others have said if we work on the distance - the speed will come. And, really, we don't have to be fast to be in the HALF MARATHON. (FROG, YOU ARE AWESOME!!!! See what you've done to me?!?!)

I tried on about 50 pair of shoes at the Track Shack and settled on New Balance 879 - which is too funny because 879 is part of one of my passwords at work. Then, I went to Just 4 Feet and got New Balance 729 for my everyday shoes. The 879's will be ONLY for marathon training. Meister was off today and had to go to St. Petersburg to pick up a rifle for them to 'audition' for their SWAT team and he got to take the Captain's car so I took the day off to ride with him. It was fun watching everyone move out of our way on the interstate. :smug: Then we checked out a few bicycle shops since he's still searching for a nice road bike that we can afford. I never realized how expensive those bikes are! :eek:

Saturday I walked 2 miles in my new shoes and made it in 34:08 (17.04 min mile) I wasn't sure I had gotten the right shoes as my feet were hurting, but they were sore to begin with and yesterday I did my weight training and walked another 2 miles and this time it was more comfortable, but still different from my Saucony shoes. I made it in 32:38 (16:19 min mile). Tonight I'm gonna give my feet a break and go do some rows and ride the 'big butt bike' down at the gym, I think. Although, I could easily just curl up in bed.

Let's see my journal for today (I dn't have the nutrients, but will tomorrow): 4 egg whites, 1 oz. swiss cheese, 1/2 cup oatmeal, 1/4 cup blueberries, 1 tbsp butter at 6:30 am. 2 oz. pistachios around 11:00 am, some more pistachios around noon, Wendy's Chicken BLT Salad, Diet coke and blue cheese dressing around 1:00 pm (finally!), 2 pieces of Debbie's cheesecake around 3:30pm and tonight we'll be grilling steaks and steaming broccoli and I'll most likely have another piece of Debbie's cheesecake.

FROG What color Honda?? Did you go for the gold? LOL! When Spewer gets back you can say something like, "Wow! I thought they could make anyone look good!" and just shake your head in amazement. Then ask if she got a refund. OR if she does indeed look good - just say, "Wow! They really can make anyone look good!" …."work miracles!" Whatever fits…. :s: I love the idea for your pottery! It made me laugh out loud! I'd love to be a fly on the wall at Kara and Spewer meeting. Seeing Quilter's post made me think of putting on your "teflon coated stupid suit" for Spewer meetings.


FILLISE I will certainly be informing everyone of the countdown to register for the WDW HALF MARATHON! I'm so glad you're considering it - if for no other reason than, selfishly, I get to meet you in person. Vince is the Shred-meister in our house. He shreds EVERYTHING! I never realized how much stuff comes in with our names on it….and how many freaking credit card applications we get. Count me in on those that want to know that fajita recipe!

QUILTER - I had to laugh at your too tight jean analogy. Yeppers! It defnitely goes on slow - seeming to creep up on you until BAM! one day nothing fits. Sad thing is it creeps off even slower. :lol: You and Paul most definitely need to come down here for the week-end!! You can do this! FROG said she was about where I am now when she started training to RUN the WHOLE MARATHON. I'm just talking about WALKING HALF OF IT! We can do this! I'd say don't throw that turtleneck out too quickly since it was effen freezing down here when they were running, but I really don't want to be seen with someone wearing a turtleneck. :D Just kidding! Did you warn Paul about the wrath of Debbie?? We need to keep you "up" and motivating us all like you do so well!

MARIE - I will DEFINITELY make time to come see my tag team partner! I wouldn't worry about us being reluctant to hang out at the hotel. You get a group of us together and we could be in the middle of nowhere and have a blast. I just know that you'll have so much fun in March that you will want to come back in January! Eli would probably welcome some loud mouth SB'ers to help him cheer on those of us in the Half Marathon. (He has connections on the best blends at a nearby StarBucks, too!) The only problem I have with the board is that it's so huge. I can't even see a whole post on the screen almost. I think it's 70's to 80's in March. When I first moved down here that was the month that it rained every afternoon for about 10 - 15 mins, just enough to cool things down, but that month seems to move and disappear altogether these days. I'd say it's still very pleasant here then - much better than the sweltering July - September.

SHEANN Keep thinking about the marathon! I think part of what's been good for me is it's taken the focus off ME and put it on what I need to do to reach my goal. I'm not obsessing about what I put in my mouth, but when tempted I think - "Is this going to slow me down on the road and will it make it harder for me to walk that half marathon in January?" I'm logging my activity including where I walk and how I feel so that I have my times, distances and everything to look back on when I'm not as motivated as I am now. Although FROG pretty much kicked butt all year planning and training for her whole marathon - hopefully, I can be as good as she is/was. :) There weren't any carrots or potatoes in that vegetable beef soup, was there? I wonder if you're getting enough protein…. It sounds like you could use a few more calories, too. (doncha hate hearing that one?!? :lol: ) Be very careful around Debbie! She'll get you hooked on all kinds of new, yummy, legal things!! Falafels are a regular occurrence at our house these days. Publix has a brand that's good, it's over by the tahini and kosher foods. I can't remember the name off the top of my head, though.

DEBBIE - I want to see pictures of this dog. It sounds very interesting. How big is it? I got the Taste of Lebanon book and I guess we'll be buying lamb next week to try out some of the recipes in there. Vince is excited as he really likes lamb. Yesterday that song came on the radio, I THINK I'M TURNING JAPANESE. I THINK I'M TURNING JAPANESE, I REALLY THINK SO I changed the words to, I THINK I'M TURNING LEBANESE. I THINK I'M TURNING LEBANESE, I REALLY THINK SO….. :lol: I have to be careful with that farty stuff…..working in a cube farm, noises aren't the only things that carry! LOL! We are committed to going whitewater rafting this summer with the P's, Texas for Thanksgiving, Mississippi for Christmas and then registering for the marathon…… I just don't know if I'm going to be able to make it to NC…..time off work and/or money….but I'm certainly going to try. You know I wouldn't miss the opportunity to meet everyone unless there was no way around it…but I'm counting on you to be leading the pack at the marathon regardless! :D

BOB I couldn't find the Bistro pizzas at my Publix. I did see the Amy's pizza that looked good, but the flour just says "Organic Wheat" and not SGWW so I just don't know how legal that would be. Instead I bought some pizza sauce and fixin's to make mini pita pizzas. Now, I don't do avacados but Vince does so I bought him some avacados and limes so he can try what you and Fillise have been raving about. Aren't I the good little wifey? How's the gym coming? I'm getting into the swing of things there and not as intimidated by the beautiful people. I just keep thinking that by next year I'm going to be one of the beautiful people and I can be sure to go out of my way to be nice to people who look as bad as I do right now. Okay, what did Dr. Atkins say? I wish I had taped that.

RICKI Glad you liked the oatmeal! Looks like you're doing really well - a good role model for me to follow. Thanks for letting me tag along. When I read your line about "sewers" I was thinking about the place where Dookie Houser hangs out…. LOL….I'm slow. I don't sew, but would love to. I was on the hunt for a sewing machine a while back, but have pretty much given up since I don't want to spend a bunch of money on something I'm going to be learning on. I hear it isn't any cheaper to sew these days, just the benefit of everything being custom made for you. Would you agree? Pistachios is my salty munchy, but, like Marie, I have to be very careful or I can eat a 5 lb. bag in one sitting. I don't share my pistachios, just about anything else, but not those!

NASCAR We would LOVE to go to the 500! Put us down for first runner up on your list! Vince is also into drag racing and we went to the GatorNationals last year and I think that's where the budget money is planning to go this year, too. BRING IT ON TO THE MARATHON!!! There won't be any racing going on in January, so you have no excuse to not come! Heck, you drive right past the Richard Petty Driving Experience for part of it!

ZSUZSU Poor DH! Gotta give him points for trying, huh? What a dear! Sounds like he's very adaptable and will get the changes back to SB down when the time is right. Too funny!

Most all of this is from the week-end posts - If I missed anyone, I'm sorry! :wave: have a great evening!!

Just checking in. Haven't been able to keep up with reading the board, been busy.

After a bad couple days eating, I've, so far:^: , had a perfect OP day. Making jambalaya for dinner. Smells good. If it tastes good, I'll post the recipe.

We got a little more snow today. DS and I made a wee snowman. I've been busy de-piling my house. Can't believe how much junk was piled on my cookbood shelves. Nice and clean now--only cookbooks.

I'm waiting on another reply about the shipping charge for agave. The place is in B.C. Still all the way across the country, but no duty or exchange to pay. I'm keeping my fingers crossed it's not too much.

Sorry I can't remember who asked if I had a legal recipe for perogies. I wish! :lol: But that would be a challenge to develop one using WW flour. I've only had potato filling, but I have a Polish cookbook, so I'm sure I can find a legal filling. I'm pretty sure I've seen a recipe for sauerkraut filling.

QUILTER, I think it was you---I enjoyed them when I ate them, but I do NOT want them again any time soon--unless I can come up with a legal recipe.


Sorry, that's about all I remember (probably cause I felt so bad from the perogies :devil: ) I've been in a cleaning mood and not near the computer too much. 10 pages was too much for me to keep up with.

Hope everyone is doing good.

Talk to you soon.

Fillise - Your Sweet Potato Fries sound yummy. That was a good motivational piece. A good one to print and put on the fridge as a reminder.

Tv - I wish you luck at the doctors tomorrow. At least you have the hair appointment to look forward to and take your mind off the other thing.

Pravda - Hope you enjoyed your day off. It'll probably do the guys good to have to get their own breakfast for a change. Hope you get good results from your bloodtests. That was a good MM piece. So very true.

Sef - Sorry to hear you have a sore butt. You have my sympathy. I won't do any butt kicking to-day. :) What the heck is Mt. Everest? I must have missed one of your previous posts.

Sol - Hope you are happy with you new shoes. I bought a pair of New Balance recently and they are one of the most comfortable pair of shoes I have had in a long time. I look forward to meeting my SB buddy. Who knows, maybe I will come back in January. If my ds and his family decide to go at that time I might decide to join them.

I guess I messed up when I commented on the agave company I had emailed only supplying businesses. I found out from Zanne to-day that I was on the wrong website :lol:

Here's what I had to eat yesterday:

B - Oatmeal - made with 1/4 cup oatmeal, water. Topped with 1 oz 10% cream and 1/2 tspn agave.
Coffee with 1 oz 10% cream.

L - Open sandwich with three thin slices Black Forest deli ham, 1 oz gouda cheese, lettuce, 1 tspn Kraft cole slaw dressing on 1 slice 9 grain bread. A few sticks of raw carrot.

Sn.1 - 2 Clementines, 2 dried apricots.

Sn.2 - 1/2 cup Almond Granola. 6 oz 2% milk - heated and instant coffee added.

D - Basmati Rice - 1 cup. Home made chili - about 1 1/2 cups. Green salad.
1/2 canned pears in juice, 1 oz. cheddar cheese.

6 oz. 2% milk with 2 tspn ovaltine.

Water, water, water. Haven't counted the glasses but have had quite a few to-day.

Have to scoot. Time to have supper and out again to badminton.

Marie.

Hello all :) How is everyone doing? I am doing pretty good. By staying OP I lost 10 lbs in one week!! WOW! Now if I can just keep going. Today is also day one of my workout routine and I am going to really try and keep up here as it makes me more motivated. Talk to you all very soon!


Liz
Goal Weight
180

hi everybody,

just wanted you all to know i am feeling better and not so down about the numbers on the scale. it helped talking to sol (sonya) over the weekend. i missed seeing her on saturday when we were in orlando, instead we chatted on the phone. i had a very legal weekend in spite of the fact that i almost had a breakdown at the movies friday. we saw kate and leopold (cute movie but meg really get a body wave or a new stylist) and i was bound and determined i was going to eat popcorn. whoever ended up on my shoulder to keep an eye on me won out and i drank a smuggled in bottle of water! i think i was more concerned about what popcorn would do to my g.i. tract after not having any since september, anyway i was good. yeah!!!!

deb count me in for the meeting in march, can not wait to see you all again. it will be fun to see my sugarbuster buddies. keep me up to date about times and plans please.

frog- remember what i said about that spewer wench! you are above all she has to say, i hope your friend kara keeps you ready for all the comments, GIVE THEM RIGHT BACK! you go girl, you have done a marathon! you are empowered!!!!!

BOB- hope to see you coming up I-95 with debbie, i saw you at the golden globes sunday nite, i was dressed in red. hope you had a great time, i love to check out the outfits.

quilter and fillise- thanks for the encouraging words during my upset with the dreaded scale. as i get closer to fifty this year i have always said that age is just another number on my drivers license , i guess i should think of the numbers on the scale the same way!

thunder- congrats on the exciting news, heres to a healthy and happy pregnancy. you should hook up with zsuzsu (susan), she is due in august.

agave update- the little health food store where i get my ww pretzels with the pb(my special treat) ordered me a case of agave. i picked it up today and they only charged me $2.09 per 8oz. bottle! i was paying 2.99 at wild oats. so rosalie let me know and i could order you a case before you come to orlando in march. i guess this is a good price? oldtown outside orlando on 1-92 if i remember has a lot of cute little shoppes, you should all have a great time. weather in orlando is nice in march, nice time of the year to visit the mouse at disney. when we go we usually go in march or april, never in the summer too crowded and TOO hot!

will try to get to chat tuesday nite, we have a semi-mandatiry recovery room meeting (ugh) hope to get home in time to chat

bye girls,

chris

Hi, Everybody. Well, we went to the cinema today in hopes of catching Harry Potter. Well, I thought the parking lot looked awfully fun. We could barely get inside the door. Every child within a five-mile radius was in that lobby. And I never once saw the end of the line!!! Nothing against kids, but no thanks!!! It was just to crowded. More crowded on weekends. Paul and I looked at each other and decided to run our errands and have an enjoyable afternoon elsewhere. So we did a little shopping, ran downtown to the library, got some groceries. It was really a fun day.

Oh, I almost forgot. I was starting to stress about being oble to overcome the temptation of cinema popcorn during the movie. I had that whole stupid conversation with myself about “oh, go ahead and have some” followed by “shut up, who asked you?” So here’s what I did. I cut up a whole bunch of veggies, threw them into a ziploc bag and put a whole bunch of spices on them (basil, parsley, oregano, season salt). I also took some cheese slices and triscuits too. Well, since we didn’t go to the show, we just ate them in the car as we were driving all over town. Paul loved it too. It really doubled for our lunch. I was pretty proud of myself. The thing that really got me to find some alternative to the popcorn was I really wanted to tell you all that I didn’t chose the popcorn. I pictured myself posting about this tiny victory and that’s what got me going. Just had to share!

Made a new recipe tonight. It’s super easy and super good. As far as I can tell, as long as you use ww spaghetti, I think it’s totally SB legal. It’s called Busy Day Spaghetti Casserole. I’ll post it on the board for those who like stove-top one-dish meals.

ROSALIE---Thanks for the info on the granola. I don’t have all the stuff to make it but will do so soon. It sounds yummy. You sure were up early and sounds like you hit the ground running. Doesn’t it feel great to have your house all orderly with most of the day ahead of you? I find that exceptionally special. I want to see Gosford Park, too. So many really great actors. I love Stephen Frey. He’s one of my favorites. And Helen Mirren, too.

FILLISE---I loved your motivational thoughts today. So important for us to remember what food is supposed to be for. Thanks!!! I wanted to tell you about one of my nieces who is in college. She says all the girls in her dorm are crocheting. Isn’t that funny? You wouldn’t think college women would want to do something like that. She gave a lot of people really great scarves for Christmas. She made me want to pick up my old crochet hooks and start something.

TV---Good luck with the pap tomorrow. Just remember that it only lasts a few seconds. Hope all goes well on both ends and that you’re pleased with the outcome of your hair.

SOL---You are so wonderful!!! Keep speaking about the WDW Marathon and you’ll have so many people down there with you. Keep up the good work. Yes, Paul knows all about Deb’s wrath. But she likes him too much to really give him the full “treatment.” You sounded like you had a great day. But one question: did Vince make you sit in the back??? I always wonder who all those people are riding in the police cars.

SEF---Sorry to hear that your butt is being a pain in the butt. Hope you get some relief soon. Can soaking in the tub help? Or does it hurt too badly to sit in a hard bathtub?

Well, that’s it for me. I think I’m going to go get out some quilting. I haven’t done anything for months. See, FILLISE, you are inspiring me to get into action. In Bob Greene’s book he talks about finding some other things in your life to make you happy and pleased with yourself. He said to pick things and set some other goals for yourself. So one of my goals is to get back to my favorite craft. I have a beautiful wall hanging that is so close to being finished. My goal is to get that thing up on the wall. Hope Monday has been good and that Tuesday will be even better. To whoever I missed . . . sorry. Good wishes to all of you.

Take care.
Kim

hi kim- must have been posting while you were. my post is at the end of page 1. it must have been you on my shoulder at the movies friday nite who kept me from having a major cheat. i did not realize i had someone on my shoulder but thanks for being there. i like your idea of the pseudo popcorn the vegies and the seasonings.

take care and looking forward to seeing you in cincinnati in the summertime!

big hello to everyone that i missed!

chris

BKM---Sorry I missed you, hon! Hey, way to go on being popcorn-free on Friday night. It's so awesome that you hung in there and didn't give in. I know what you mean about worrying at the good old g.i. (and I don't mean glycemic index, this time) tract and keeping it happy. I was worried that my veggies would "backfire" on me, but what the heck. I was just with dh and if I can't "backfire" in front of him, who can I????? Anyways, I'll sit with you and help you through all those troubling times. It's my pleasure to help out when I can.

Take care.
Kim

To introduce myself, my name is Amy. I have rededicated myself to this WOE. For the past few years, I have been on and off the food wagon, but have found that low carb/low GI has made me feel the best. I would eventually like to lose over 50 lbs, but am setting 10% goals before I get there. I have lost about 10 lbs in the last month. I look forward to using this board as a tool. I think I am on the right track...

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!! :p


WHEW!!!! the gym was packed tonight! Yes SOL I'm still going...tonight I did 25 min on the tm and 15 on the life cycle...

Had my glucose tolerance test done today...scale is 75-110....I'm 110 so I'm expecting my Dr to tell me I'm borderline diabetic when I go on Thursday. Time to quit farting around and get down to basics...I can correct this thing with my diet.. TIME TO QUIT MAKING EXCUSES!!!! :mad:

DEB...I don't know about NC, but all the RYANS in SC have been closed down..You might have to look for something else..
If Rosalie is going to be in OLD TOWN, that's over on my side of Orlando...are we spending the night?

SOL...Dr Atkins was good...he held his own. The interviewer tried her best to rattle him, but :nono: It wasn't all about him...he was about ten minutes at about twenty to the hour..the best part was the 85 yr old nutritionist to the stars Hermein Lee..she exercises like a feen every day...her segment included a lady who had been a model and gained a lot of weight after her children were born. The plan she put her on was 8 oz of lean protein a day, 3 c of veggies a day (no starchy ones) 3 serv of fruit, 3 slices of bread, and 2 tsp of fat
Go online to www.cbsnews.com and look under 48hrs and read the whole program...

KIM....don't want you to hurl or anything, but 48hrs did a show on salad bars and buffets in NYC not too long ago and they all tested positive for
poopie and peepee :p

BKM....Oh...I saw you out there on the [i] red carpet Miss Girlfriend...I was kinda hidden...ya see...when Sela Ward got there, they didn't like what she had on so I loaned her MY RED DRESS!!!! ;)

OH...SOL....did you get KOSHER SALT
& LIMES to got with those
AVACADOS???

OK...gotta go ....got some serious lurking to do...

BOB

You all are soooo good! I broke down and had popcorn on Saturday nite and I wasn't even at the movies. Just really WANTED it. Unfortunately, no G.I. problems.... Other than that, have stayed 100% OP and BFL OP. Despite the popcorn, my pants-o-meter says things are going well, cause the jeans I bought before Xmas that I couldn't breathe in and gave me a major wedgie now fit. Yeah! Why did I buy them? Because they were marked down to $5.95 at Marshalls and I knew someday I'd wear them. Now to work on getting them too loose!

It started snowing again today and I was cursing a blue streak thinking I'd have to go out and shovel it all again, but thank heavens it stopped at 1" and then melted. Only slightly sore from Saturday's battle with mother nature. Sure glad I don't live in Buffalo!

Hello and Welcome ParisAmy! Love your name. This is a great place for info and support. Sounds like you've done this before. Where in NY is Cherry Valley?

Lizery- Hello! Hello! Glad to see your post and here you are still OP and doing well.

Oops- didn't realize how late it was, gotta go throw ds into bed.

mel

One of those ho-hum days today. Didn't feel like going out of the house. Both DH and I had MLK day off from work and DS was off of school. DS had a birthday party to go to and DH has a cold and spent most of the day down in the rec (or should I say wreck) room. I went through tons of magazine articles and recipes and craft project directions, etc. that I had thrown into a huge box. Threw out enough to fill 1+ grocery bags! Now I have to get through all the old junk I have filed and toss a bunch of that. I will be organized some day!

KIM - Boy, the Packers stunk it up yesterday! If the Rams wouldn't have gotten the points off of all the mistakes, it would have been a close game. I think the Packers outplayed them in many respects. But when you make all those errors that turn into points, you will never win. I really like the Steelers, I especially like their coach. I don't really follow them much since they are in a different conference, but out of the teams remaining, that's who I would root for. GO STEELERS!

I'm waiting for DS to call from confirmation class. They went to the Convention Center downtown for a MLK Day program and then were going to stop for ice cream on the way home. Sure will be hard to get my head prepared to go to work tomorrow. I shouldn't complain since I'm half-time. Much rather be home doing something productive or fun.

BOB - wasn't that 48 hours on Friday interesting? Oprah did a similar show either on Thurs. or Fri. with mother/daughter pairs who were fighting about being overweight. It was interesting listening. One father was on and he told some of the things he did to the daughter to get her to lose weight, like follow in the car while she had to jog on the sidewalk. He said he was ashamed of himself now. Don't know if that made his daughter feel any better. My DS is very thin, and even he gets on the scale and says he has to lose weight. Don't know if he's very serious since I think he knows that he is still growing and that gaining weight is normal now.

Hope everyone has a great Tuesday!

Karen

Just want to let everybody know I'm still alive and kicking.
I'm just having an extremely hectic time right now. I was able to read the posts for today, but haven't had time to read anything else since last Tuesday. It seems we've had lots of interesting things happening around here.

I'll try to catch up, but don't know if that's possible.

Hope you all have a great week. I'm trying to keep positive but am stuck in a stall.

Jeanie

Just a quick post to say hello. It's late and I have to be up early to watch my two grandchildren (10 month old girl and 4 yr old boy). I think I really need my sleep to keep up with them.

Sol: My Vegetable Beef soup didn't have any carrots or potatoes in it. I made it from scratch and so I made sure that it was all SB legal. I'm definitely going to get out there and start walking. Even if it is Ccccooooolllllddd!!!!

Quilter: That was a great idea you had to cut up veggies and cheese and triscuits for the movie. I will remember that. I love to go to the movies and I LOVE popcorn. I will definitely be prepaired with your idea.

Everyone take care!

Sheann
287/282.5/150

Good Tuesday Morning All:wave:

Started a post yesterday, didn't get to finish and post it, so will try my darndest to get it done, at least what I can, this morning after my walk and before Eli and I head out the door. Just wanted to get this on and tell you I'm not MIA!!!;)

REMEMBER, TONIGHT IS CHAT AT 9:15PM EST!!!!

Have a great day!

Debbie
194/12?/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Hello, Everybody. I trust we all made it safely through the night and got enough winks that today will be a pleasant one. I'm just sitting here having some juice and a yogurt and wanted to touch base before we head out the door. Here's my Tuesday TIP: Take somebody with you today. Just like we talked about last week. Have a SB buddy in your hip pocket or on your shoulder. Today I'm taking FILLISE, because maybe when I'm tempted to eat ILLEGALLY she'll get me sidetracked by talking about crafts. LOL

We are refinancing our house and the closing is tonight after work. Yippee. This has been about a two-month process since the rates were so good at the end of last year. Just planning to have leftovers tonight for dinner. Nothing special. Can't figure out what to take for lunch. Maybe a repeat of yetserday's seasoned veggies and some cottage cheese and triscuits. Do you sometimes feel like you are turning into a triscuit? I sure do. LOL

Talk to you later. Hope everybody can make it to the CHAT tonight. I'm planning to be there. I'll get to everybody later tonight.

Take care.
Kim

:) Good morning! Its Tuesday. WOW this month is flying by. I think the weather has got me down (among other things) I have NO motivation for excersise. Seems like latley that something keeps getting in the way----excuses! Excersise used to be my priority it was something i did for "ME". Latley i don't think "ME" is worth it.....sorry just my little brain going off again! Tomorrow is hubbys day off I plan on walking -we are suposed to get a thaw here :lol: cracks me up! I also got my call back to work sooooo i will be dead! Oh well gotta do what i gotta do.
I should just be happy my kids are healthy and smart I have a hubby who loves me bla bla bla...how sappy huh? LOL As you can tell I must be in a sugar coma! Trying to get with it AGAIN starting over! Hope i didn't bring you all down!
Welcome newbies! Your attitudes get me motivated (while i am reading!)

SOL- I wish i could do the marathon--our family has NEVER been to Disney and dosn't look like that will happen soon! I could just pretend i am going and train right? I am up to 4 miles wanting to do 6 which is a goal for me it a time thing i know the bod could do it just need some extra time.

Zanne-woooooo hooooo on your OP day! send one my way!

BigKnights-I think that the smell of that movie Popcorn is what gets us! if we wore a clothes pin on our nose we would be fine! good for you for resisiting. I have that problem with frys from fast food-never buy my own but have to taste cuz they smell nummy!

Quilter-You rock!!!! the veggies sound great! your motivation is really helping me. I know you will see results!!!! keep it up!!! and get that Quilting done!!! I wish i would make time for ME but I never do.

BOB-Hope you have good luck with the Dr. you might be on the high end but maybe your diet is helping to keep you where you are?! Fingers are crossed!

Melris-WE got snow for the last two days here too :mad: I can't stand it. I get soooo frustrated when i am driving those people can't handle the snow! I have used the pant-o-meter myself! I have bought jeans at the trift for $1.75 and shrunk into them and then the even got to big what a great feeling! keep it up! I say Kill the scale! who needs it!

jred nice to see you!!!! Hi deb, Karen and all you lurkers I SEE YOU! Have a great day!!!!!!

Rhonda

Good morning everyone

I started this post last night but couldn't get on the internet when I went to post it so have to fix it up and make a few additions. Hope I don't get my to-days and yesterdays mixed up :lol:

Quilter - That was a great idea for a snack. Too bad you didn't make it to the movie. The last time I went to the movies I took some of the granola in a plastic baggie. Sometimes I take a bag of peanuts. I like your TT idea. I think it will help us to stay legal by having someone looking over our shoulder. I hope you will be my buddy for to-day. I used to eat triscuits but I would forever have my hand in the box so I stopped buying them. Now I snack on rye crisp with cheese and/or fruit spread or granola. Sometimes I will even grab a few shredded wheat and bran. I usually have some handy in a plastic container as I sometimes take them to work for breakfast.

BKM - That's a great price you got on the agave. I may take you up on the offer. I'm just waiting to find out the cost of shipping for a case from the Canadian company. They didn't reply to my e-mail but Zanne has heard from them so she should have the info soon. The way I have been using it lately what I have won't last me long. I'm looking forward to meeting you.

Lizery - Glad to hear things are going o.k. for you and the pounds are coming off.

Mel - Glad you didn't have to shovel yesterday. We had a couple of inches but it was real light stuff and easy to shovel. We've been really lucky so far this winter. Way to go with the jeans. I'm sure they will soon be hanging loose on you.

BOB - How far are you from Orlando? Hope you can make it in March. I hope those blood results give you an incentive to stay on the wagon. We know that this woe can help to keep the bs under control.

Parisamy - Welcome to the board. You've come to the right place for support and encouragement. If you have any questions just ask, someone will be sure to be able to help you. Looks like you have made a good start on this woe.

Rhroo - Sounds like you are in a funk again girl. Don't ever think that you are not 'worth it' We all have to take care of ourselves and do what is best for us and you know you need that exercise and to keep off the sugar to stay healthy, as well as to lose and keep the weight off. Let me be your buddy for to-day. You can think of me looking over your shoulder and nagging you to get back with the exercise and keep off of the sugar. Have a good day out with hubby.

I have an appointment with the dentist to-day for a cleaning so have to go and jump in the shower and get ready. Won't be at chat again tonight as I am working. Actually I won't be there for several weeks as when I am not working it is a night for badminton.

Have a great day everyone.

Marie.

Hey All:wave:

Finally have some time to post! Had a full day with the appts for the kids yesterday. Lauren had a great time at her Glamour Shots-we'll get the photos in about 2 weeks. Thought they needed to get some new clothes there, I may end up taking some stuff that I find in the next month with me as it seems the clothing selection was a bit sparse and nothing much to my liking. I want to have a shot similar to the last ones I did 6yrs ago with a black turtlenceck(what did you all expect me to say, RED?):rolleyes: I'll hunt some garage sales for some fun things and then just leave them there after the shoot. Not going until the last day in Feb. though, want to get my hair done before then.

Okay gals, I have the FOOD JOURNAL board up. Here's the link if you'd like to participate in this weeks journaling exercise:

http://64.119.161.199/forum/showthread.php?threadid=12751

Got my 4.5 miles in yesterday-brain wanted to go, legs didn't, so I was a wee bit slower, 49:15. Hey, at least the brain won in the long run-get it, long run!;) Unfortunately, I had that same problem this morning, but once again, the brain won (YEAH BRAIN) and I was able to do the 4.5 in a tad better time of 48:10. I was out the door by 7am and it was already 72 degrees with 94% humidity!:eek: Needless to say, I came home drenched-just like summer down here!

The scale was down a bit yesterday, yet back up today. TOM ended, so in about a week or so, I should finally see a dip back down a bit. At least I stayed in my cushion zone, I should be thankful for that-but honestly, I want to stay at the low end, not the higher end.

Today is my 22 MONTH SB ANNIVERSARY! Two more months, 2 years-I can't believe that I've stuck with something this long and still love it!:love:

Eli just walked in and is complaining about the terrible gaseous smells that immenated from me last night:eek: I must confess, they've been really bad lately and I don't have a clue why-anyone else having this trouble-(and no, it's not from over eating hummus!)?

Old man is off today, so we're headed up to Broward-need I say more? I'm suppose to go to Michaels school for a meeting about the fund raising for the Ericcson but may not go if we head to a movie today-don't have to p/u the kids, they're Dad will.

ROSALIE, I know exactly where you are staying. I was worried when I remembered I have a Bat Mitzvah to attend that month, but was relieved to find out it's the week before you're coming-so I can come up, at least at this time, it's looking good! Again, whatever we decide upon doing for the day, I'll be happy to drive so your family can keep the car for the day. DEFINITELY take up BIGK'S offer on getting the agave-that's a STEAL!!! I may order some-have 6 cases of old stuff and 16 bottles of the new stuff, so really, I don't need any more, but just maybe, I may get some-I'm such a hoarder!! Good luck at the dentist today, I have a cleaning appt. on Thursday morning.

NASCAR, glad you liked the MM message. It seems to have hidden meaning, and I liked the message it was conveying:) Congrats on getting that mile in-you'll be marathon material before you know it!!

FROG, hope you had a good time at the pottery place. I'd love to take a class at the Pottery Guild and get my fingers back into some clay. I took a class in HS and loved working on the wheel, still have a couple pieces I made-maybe one day!!! Quiche, sometimes it comes out of the oven wet, but if you let it sit for about 10 minutes, usually this clears up, I find that happens usually when I cut into it immediately. It could be from not squeezing the spinach/broccoli well enough too, but next time, let it sit if you didn't this time. I gave Lauren your bday regards-she said thanks! :D

QUILTER, glad you got to take the day off yesterday and spend it with Paul. Tell him I said hello! Hey, at least you can remember what movie you saw last, I sure can't-hmmm, has it been that long, or is it the age????? I'd like to go to one today if we can fit it in, maybe A BEAUTIFUL MIND or I heard IN THE BEDROOM was good too-guess we'll just have to play it by ear. Hey, congrats on not giving in to popcorn-you are in control, girl!!! Hey, is the thing up on the wall yet?? Have you made nachos with the triscuits? Yummy! Good luck with the closing tonight!

FILLISE, cake you made sounded good-don't know if I'd be able to part with my SB CHOCOLATES though, I know I'd be dipping my fingers pulling the pieces out of the batter! Your SPF sound delicious-I found some variations on the computer and plan on posting them on the RECIPE BOARD this week. Thanks for posting that! Loved your Motivational Monday tidbit!!!

TV, I can sypathize with the water, it's been terrible for me to get it in lately and I don't know why. I'm sitting with a bottle in front of me now, and yes, it sits there, untouched-at least it's on my mind though! Good luck with the PAP today-and the hair, I bet you'll come out looking absolutely gawgeous!;) Remember, that was an involuntary pass on that chair-trust me, I'm still pissed at myself!

PRAVDA, LOL, my family likes when I don't cook-they hate my cooking! This past weekend you sound like you were just like I was before TOM came-pooped! Hope you are feeling a bit more peppy today! Good luck at the Dr.s tomorrow-let us know that all is well. Thanks for posting your Motivational Monday tidbit-I've always said, this is a learning experience and it seems you are definitely learning.

SEF, why can't you sit? Butt sore - hemorrhoids? Exercising your rear end too much? Did I miss something?

SOL, you sound like me with finding new shoes-but at least you've decided on something, I haven't. May try to find some today in our travels, cross your fingers for me. SOOOOO, ready to see me again? Are you free the weekend ROSALIE is coming? Seems BOB is ready to come as well-oh boy, what a weekend! I see I'm not the only one who can't "eat just one" when it comes to SB LEGAL GOODIES! Loved the Spewer comesbacks you gave to FROG! The dog we got isn't but a couple feet high I'd say, all metal construction-too cool! The "TASTE OF LEBANON" is my favorite book-you'll want a copy of your own! Let me know what you end up making in there-all the recipes are good! I'm going to tell Eli about you "TURNING LEBANESE AND REALLY THINK SO" ditty, he'll get a laugh out of it!! LOL! Let's not even discuss the farty food-Eli said he had to sleep in the family room last night! I'm CONFIDENT you'll attend the NC get together-you CAN'T MISS IT-remember, carpool, cheap vacation!!!

ZANNE, I actually do think I have a recipe in one of my books for a perogie that may be legal, will have to look and let you know. Good luck with the agave-hope you can get it!

LIZ, glad to see your post! WOW! You're doing awesome-CONGRATS on the great weight loss-how the heck could you lose that much in a week? I hope you're eating!!!! Hey, want to come to the next SB GET TOGETHER?

BIGK, thanks for sending the pic-still have to get it smaller, will try today. Glad to hear that weekend is good for you, can't wait to see you again as well-will ZSU come too? Good for you for foregoing the popcorn this weekend-doesn't it feel great to be in control rather than feeling out of control? That's wonderful news about the agave, and what a wonderful price! Which brand did you get? If it's the SCF one, I may just ask you to get me a case as well, not that I really need more! That's so sweet of you to offer to get it for ROSALIE!!

PARISAMY, WELCOME TO THE BOARD!! We're glad you joined us. Thanks for letting us know a little more about you as well-hope you will post your BIO on the BIO BOARD when you get a chance:) CONGRATS on the 10lbs loss, you're doing great! You're definitely on your way to your goal. Please, don't hesitate to ask any questions, we're all happy to help. BTW, where is CHERRY VALLEY??

BOB, glad to see you are getting your money's worth out of the gym-you go girl! Hey, maybe we can meet somewhere and drive together to Orlando-would love it! YES, definitely an overnighter!! At least I plan on it, may try to go up Friday if I can-could you get a Friday off? I guess we'll discuss plans as they come up. As of a few months ago, I know RYANS was there, Aunt sure didn't say anything about them closing up and if they did, we'd all sure hear about it! Okay BOB, borderline diabetic is NOT GOOD! I hate hearing this, but if this is what it takes to get you serious, than I guess that's what it's going to take. We sure as heck don't need to hear that you ARE a diabetic. You know we're behind you 100%, I know you can do this-you know you can do this-now just get this into your mind!!!! Ummm, I guess if you are coming to Orlando, that means COLUMBIAN COFFEE is coming to greet you as well!!!

MEL, congrats on those pants fitting-gosh, and what a steal!! That makes them double good!

KAREN, I saw the Oprah show, it was good. I can see when I was younger what my Mother went through with me being fat-I'm going through the same feelings with Lauren, but thank goodness, she's not to the point that I was at back then, and I pray she'll never get there.

JRED, thanks for checking in!!!!!!!

SHEANN, have a good time with the Grandkids-at least we know you'll be getting your workout watching them today!!!

RHROO, glad to hear you got a call back to work, might be just the thing to get you out of the doldrums! Hope you can get that walk in tomorrow-I know it can be hard to get out there and go, but once out, you're usually happy you went!

Okay gals, I'm a goner now. I hope you all have a wonderful day!!

REMEMBER: TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!!! I wish you all luck on the scale!!!

Debbie
194/123/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

BIGK was nice enough to scan this picture for us!:D This was taken at the EXPO at WDW. From left to right ELI, BIGK, DEBELLI, SZU (in the back),SOLSHINE & VINCE. FROG & BILL weren't int he shotm they were getting their race info, and the gal told us 6 people where the limit:(

This was from the GOT MILK BOOTH, they made milkshakes so everyone could get an easy milk mustache-I made sure I yelled at everyone to SPIT IT OUT!!! LOL!!:lol:

A beautiful day here! Good, I have lots of meetings today so it will be ince to be out and about.

Kim--I loved your tip! We'll keep each other busy talking craft talk. Speaking of which, I've got sto get ome reproductions made. I'm making an album from our NY trip for my niece's birthday. I better get crackin since her birthday is in less than a month! I have a friend that wants me to teach her to embroider next week. That should be fun!

Deb--you WILL share the glamour shot with us won't you? It was good to see the picture--come on gals get those pics developed! Don't worry about my SB legal chocolate. I have a huge stash--and I almost never touch it. I am anxious to hear how the cake tasted though.

Liz--It is so good to hear from you! It is great to hear that the pounds are coming off!

ParisAMy--Welcome! We are so glad to have you with us. As you can see we are a chatty bunch!

Frog--how did it go last night with the Spewer?

Viv--how are things going with you? I'm thinking about you as you begin a new adventure in your life!

Have a great day everyone!

Susan
300/238/150
July 10, 2000

It's lovely and sunny here today! Not very cold either.

Just checkin in while I have a quick coffee before all my errands.

WHO's gonna follow me around today and rap my knuckles when I reach for something I shouldn't??? I think my saving grace is having an open bag of triscuits haning around. It's my salty, crunchy snack. Hey QUILTER, you seem to really like triscuits, wanna be my :angel: today?

CONGRATS to all of you who passed on popcorn! I haven't been out to a movie since, since, .....SPEED. Yikes!!!:o I always found the popcorn too salty, but would drink a gigantic thing of coke.

ALL YOU EXERCISERS thanks for getting me motivated. DS and I have yet another blooming cold. (I've lose count how many, but seems every other week). Didn't do my weights yesterday, but I'm thinking of doing them this aft and then the cardio this evening. That should be ok. Not quite on the schedule, but it will keep me in the practice with the weights. I could do the cardio every day! I love it. But I think once I get into the weights, I'll love that too.

LIZERY glad you checked in. WTG on the loss. 10 lbs in one week??? What motivation! Just make sure you eat enough.

PARISAMY Welcome! This is a great place. Friendly, supportive. The board can get quite busy, so don't feel intimidated or feel bad if you can't answer everyone. We like to know how everyone is doing and help out whenever we can.

DEBELLI I couldn't sleep last night and was browsing the books. I think WW flour can just be subbed for white flour. But if you find a recipe using WW flour, I'd appreciate it. Found some legal fillings. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for the agave. The bottle is twice the size of the ones I've been getting, but for only about a dollar more! Depends on the shipping cost.

RHROO C'mon, we can both have an OP day today. One mouthful at a time. Try using the :angel: on the shoulder routine. I swear, that's what kept me legal yesterday. Actually, I kind of envisioned this group of 15-20 women following me around and all going:nono: It's really silly:lol: but who cares? It worked. I'm not a very organized person, but I managed to find something legal to eat on spurs of the moment. YOU CAN DO IT!

HELLO to everyone else! Gotta go. Coffee's done and the stores should be open.

Later!

Just saw the wonderful pic!

Everyone who wants a SB angel with them, just print out the pic and carry it around with you! Or print several and stick the pic up on the fridge, on the illegal treat cupboard, etc. Since you've got the faces looking at you, you'll think twice. And since they're all smiling faces, they seem to be saying "Good for you, you made a good choice"


Really gotta go now.

Just a quick Hello.....Haven't been on the puter all weekend or yesterday, and I feel like I've been gone for DAYS from you all!!!!

Neat to see the pic of everyone...I print any pics out and put them in my SB 3 ring binder :)

I was thinking today wsa Wednesday....then after I had some coffee, I clued in, plus I'm running late for work, as usual, but I can't resist seeing what's going on with "the girls"!!!

Good vibes out to everyone for a SF day.

P.S. LIZERY!!! So glad to see you posting again, and congrats on your 10 pound loss! AWESOME!!!! What happened to your old avatar? I liked seeing your beautiful smile!!!!

<>LIZ, glad to see your post! WOW! You're doing awesome-CONGRATS on the great weight loss-how the heck could you lose that much in a week? I hope you're eating!!!! Hey, want to come to the next SB GET TOGETHER? <>

Where will it be? Let me clarify...I lost 10 lbs in one week but I had also gained about 8 lbs prior ( make sense?) It was definitely mostly water weight after eating LOTS of salty snacks. I am still not at my lowest. But I do know that I can keep it up and a lb a week will make me thrilled!

I changed my avatar,just for a change LOL. I am going to try to make it to chat tonight.

Started my excercise routine and man I am sore today!!!! I am using my kids as my weights LOL.

Talk to everyone soon!

Good morning everyone – or rather afternoon now!

I’m just hangin out waiting to leave for that dreaded Dr. appt. and thought I’d drop a line or two.

LIZ – so good to hear from you! Sounds like you are doing great. Keep up the good work!!

Pravada – good luck at the docs and with the bloodwork!

Sef – I hope you are back in the saddle soon!

BigK – sounds like you are on a roll. Keep it up!

Quilter – I love those afternoons when you can just mosey around and enjoy yourself…. Glad you had a nice one! Thanks for the encouraging words (I’m already thinking “in 1.5 hours it will all be over”). Its only a second, but the dreading seems endless. We re-financed our house in November, it turned out really well for us – hope it does for you as well!

ParisAmy – WELCOME!!

Bob – You go girl on the exercising!! Wish I could get motivated too!

Rhoo – OK, you and I need to get our butts in gear!!! What are we gonna do to get motivated?!?!?!

Deb – I thought I smelled something -------- shooo!

Zanne – “This is one of your angels talking – Are you being good today?”

BUSDEB - WHERE ARE YOU?????????????

Welcome to all other newbies – our group is great – you’ll love it here!!

Gotta run,
tv

Hi all. I've been trying to catch up on all the posts today. Our puter at home is about ready to bite the dust. We keep getting the dreaded "you have performed an illegal operation" message.:mad:I finally gave up trying to do anything with it. Anyway, we had a nice long weekend. A few of the schools in our area actually had school yesterday. :oGlad we did not.

LIZ: Glad to hear from you. You are probably like me. Just enough time to lurk and not answer. WTG on the ten pounds. :D

ZANNE: Good idea about printing out that picture to help us ward off the evils of tempting foods.:)I need all the help I can get staying OP:

DEBBIE: ... and others - You've inspired me to go on the hunt for new shoes. I bought some this weekend and was all fired up to start walking with some of the other teachers who walk the track after school. But guess what...It's pouring rain. :mad:Cold too. We were supposed to have a warm front come thru. Guess the weather man didn't have it right today. :( I may walk the halls instead. Some of the others do on bad days.

QUILTER: I'm jealous of your quilting abilities. My MIL quilts but I've never gotten the hang of it. I love to piece quilts tho. I've done one for Sarah and James and am in the process of piecing one for Maggie. MIL quilts them for me. My thing is crocheting. My GM taught me when I was young. I tended to be a little hyper and she wanted to keep me busy I guess.:rolleyes:I'm working on a baby blanket for my friend's daughter. The first I've done in quite a while.

SHEANN: Hope you have a good day with the GK. My mom always says she needs a LARGE bottle of vitamins to keep up with mine.:lol:


WTG to all of you who resisted the popcorn. Popcorn and I do not get along so it's not a real problem with me. But it does smell sooooo good.

I know I've missed some of you. Sorry. :^: Good luck to everybody tomorrow WIW.

I'm back from the Dr. - Phew... I was more nervous this time than I have been in years! He said if this one comes back "funky" (my word that he re-used) we will do a colposcopy and a real biopsy.... doesn't sound like fun to me :eek: This is gross, but it sure seemed like he took a "better" sample this time. I've had my share of these exams and tests due to problems when I was younger, but this time IT HURT!!! Well, at least its over for now..... I'm gonna be anxiously awaiting the little blue card in the mail saying "everything was normal" - keep your fingers crossed for me!!

So now on to the new highlights this evening - Hope my hair doesn't turn green or anything!!!:o

See you girls later!
tv

Evening All!

Wow, I was so tired when the grandkids went home at 4pm, I thought I'd lay my head down for a minute. I didn't get up till 5:45. Now I'm waiting for the spinach and broccoli to thaw so that I can make Debbies Quiche.

Sounds like everyone is doing wonderful.

I'll be back later,

Sheann
287/282.5/150

Evening Everybody.

Okay, I’m on a mad dash to get my post done before the chat. Let’s see how long it takes!!!

Had a good day. My boss (a wonderful woman) took each of us into a private room and gave us our reviews and talked about the future. And really listened to what we had to say. So that was great! A nice way to start the day. I did really well with my eating today. I think FILLISE really kept my head full of craft thoughts because it was 11:30 before I knew it and I hadn’t once had a hunger pain. She did a good job, so if anybody else wants to take her a long with them, I’d say go for it!!!

First of all, WELCOME PARISAMY! That’s a great name! Have you posted on the bio board yet, because I’ll bet there’s a good story behind that name. We are so glad you are with us. Many of us are wanting to lose over 50, but we’re tackling them one at a time. You are wise to set some short range goals instead of living to see that one specific number. Good luck. This is a wise bunch and they all have tons of knowledge to share and support as well.

BOB---Sorry to hear about the old doctor’s report. Man, what a time to get on that wagon and round us all up. You can stop the diabete from coming on with diet and exercise, right? I sure hope so. Hey, thanks for telling me about the buffet testings AFTER I ate there. Yuck!!! I can imagine what was going on around there. If I had known that before hand I’d probably never have made it through the door.

MEL---I am doing the happy dance for you that you’re into those once too-tight jeans. That’s great!!! I really think there are very few things that feel as good as getting into something that was once too tight. Great work.

KAREN---So happy to hear that you will cheer for the black and gold this coming Sunday. We’ll need it. New England has a great team and this will be good. DH says that game will probably be better than the actual superbowl. He may be right. You are inspiring me to start going through some stuff upstairs. I love throwing away. I just don’t know where it all comes from. Surely I don’t buy all that junk!!! Good work, I’ll bet you burned off some calories doing that.

JRED---Glad to hear that you’re okay. Hey, if you can’t catch up with the board (because we certainly are a gabby bunch!) just jump in where you are. If you missed anything really good, we’ll tell you! Hang in there.

SHEANN---Glad you liked my idea about the spiced veggies. I finished them up tonight before dinner. I took some to work and didn’t eat them all. Now there’s a new concept for me . . . not finishing every bite of food. You know, I’m a charter member of the Clean Plate Club, so for me to leave anything in my lunchbox is HUGE!!! And I think I only ate about 4 triscuits today at lunch. Another miracle!!! How was your day with the grandbabies? Did you have any Kodak moments?

RHROO---It’s so great that you come to the board and tell us when you’re down. I can think of many times when I felt the same way you did and avoided the board and that only led to my poor eating choices and massive weight gains. So you are doing the right thing by coming here. Let me tell you one thing . . . YOU ARE SO WORTH IT!!!!! And if you aren’t to that yet, just ask your kids or hub, they will tell you that. You know once you start moving that FLAT hiney of yours, your spirits will start to soar. You are in a winter blues state of mind. And I hope you pull through. I’ve got my fingers crossed for you. Hoping for your successes to continue.

ROSALIE---I wasn’t just with you today, but guess what???? I’ll hang with you tomorrow too. You’re just that much fun!!!! Also I love your idea about trying something other than the triscuits. I like the Wasa Rye crisps. They are yummy and so crispy that it takes longer to eat them. Keep up with the healthy snacks. Just think of what you were snacking on regularly a few years ago. I’ll bet it wasn’t anything as healthy as what you are having now. Are kiwi legal? I hope so, because I bought quite a few. I had one today during the afternoon and it was such a treat. Not very big but the flavor quality was ENORMOUS!!! Watch for me tomorrow. Why don’t you hang with me too? That way we’ll really have to be good.

DEB---I didn’t know you were getting Glamour Shotted too! That’s awesome! I have never done it but a bunch of friends have and they always have a great time. What a nice gift for you to give yourself and your family. Way to go on getting out there and doing your walking. You are the best! I wish you could come up here for a couple of days to get properly cooled off. The only place I see humidity these days is in the bathroom after my shower. I hope you get a meteorological reprieve soon and very soon. CONGRATS ON THE 22 MONTH ANNIVERSARY. That is such an accomplishment. You are doing so well. Have you told your story lately so that the newbies know what you’ve been up to? I’d enjoy reading it again. BTW, I think you and Eli should buy stock in Ole Ole. You are there enough!!! Do the people recognize you when you come in the door? I LOVE THE PICTURE OF EVERYBODY!!! That’s so cool. So glad to get some new faces to learn. SOL’s face might as well be new because she looks SO THIN and different from a picture she posted last year. Wow! Her work is paying off. That’s great!! Thanks for posting it. Omigosh DEB, are you wearing something different in this photo???? Where is your jean shirt????? I think I’m going to faint. LOL

FILLISE---You’ll whip that picture book together in no time. You’re a pro. And I’ll bet (from all those other trips to Michael’s) you’ve got all the supplies. Did I tell you that many years ago I learned to tat? I met this old woman at a retirement home and I would visit her once a week and she taught me. It sounds all sweet and hallmarky doesn’t it? Well, she was as mean as a snake and would get so frustrated with me and snap at me and grab the shuttle and thread. It was pretty funny. I think she liked to be cranky and that gave her something to be thinking about other than being old and lonely. I haven’t done it in a long time. I could use a refresher course. Do you know how?

ZANNE---Sure I’ll be your buddy, but I may try to take some of those triscuits from you. One thing I do to curb my triscuit eating is that every so often I’ll buy a box of the deli rye ones. I don’t like them nearly as well. And the strong rye taste gets really old quickly. So I usually stop before I even get a serving eaten. That’s what happened today at lunch. Just got tired of them after 4 and stopped. Amazing!!! I had to laugh when you said that you pictured 15-20 of us following you around. Boy, that’s quite an entourage! Do you have a van for us all to squeeze into??? LOL I like you idea about putting the pictures out. I have pics of Deb and BOB from last march that I carry with me.

NANCE---Hey, girl!!! What else is in your SB 3-ring binder?I may have to get me one of them. I love notebooks and notebook paper and all that sort of stuff. Please share, cause I’m going to have to copy. I want to be just like you.

MUSIC---WTG on getting the new shoes. The weather will cooperate one of these days. Just keep taking the shoes with you. I envy you having the track right there. What a great, safe and measurable place to get your walk in. Are the other teachers committed to remaining faithful to a regular routine. That would make it so much easier. I love to piece on my quilts. I learned to do everything by hand. And then tried to do one on the sewing machine. I pieced it and thought it was going to be so much easier. Wrong!!! Nothing came out even. I find that I have so much more control when I piece by hand. I love to quilt by hand, but I don’t get very fancy. Just the basics. You know, there are so many crafters on this board, we could have a sale and raise money for the board. Just kidding. I would never charge money for my stuff, because then I’d have to bump up the quality level. LOL I hope your computer lasts a bit longer. One good thing about doing handwork is that it keeps your hands busy and unable to snack. When I’m quilting I don’t want to run the risk of getting my material dirty or greasy from food, so I NEVER eat when I’ve got my material out!

TV---You are so brave. I am proud of you for biting the bullet (sounded like you needed a bullet to bite on!) and taking care of this. I have got my fingers, toes, eyes and anything else that will cross crossed for you to get a normal reading. Hang in there. Hope your hair is lovely!!! No matter what else, it does help to have a good hair day!

Well, that’s it for me. I’m going to post that recipe I promised to do yesterday. And then I’ll wait for the boards. Hope to see you all there.

Take care, my friends.
Kim

EVENING EVERY BUDDY....:D


OH...OH....Deb has gas and I just made a DOUBLE BATCH of hummus....:eek:
PLUS...six pounds of fresh green beans just out of the pressure cooker!!! ;)

KIM..I have a six quart and a six 1/2 quart...the 3 qts are just too small..I would get a stainless steel one...I have one of each..

THANKS....EVERYONE for the well wishes on my blood work....Don't ask me why I let everything get out of hand...but I tend to do that...I've got to pull the grill out and get back to "fixin chickin" ;)

DEB...This hummus turned out soooooooo good...4 CLOVES OF GARLIC.... send ELI over this way...
Oh...if you see A TASTE OF LEBANON at one of your yard sales, get it for me..I would love to have one of those..lI've been watching 1/2.com hoping to see one...
I have a Greek cook book in which everything is 1 fat grm or less..there are some good ones in there too.
REMIND ME...before we meet up again to go and get your pizza spices at the ME store...I'll bring you a bag of their pita so you can try it...I don't think it's as good as where you get yours..
OH>>>>MY>>>>GAWD>>>> you'll be right at the FRESH MARKET while you're in H'ville :(

LIZ...WELCOME HOME!!! Hope you can join us in March...

MEL...SNOW???? I had enough cold weather when I was gone...
I DON'T ENVY YOU....

TV....I've had that kind of BX....UGH!!!! I go on Thursday...I'm not a fan of the silver saddle but know that I have to go...

OH...DEB....Do you think I might get MY COFFEE....and it not go to GATOR and SOL?????

Come on ZANNE....go with me to the gym...I mostly do the TM and the CYCLES...I'm just not ready for the machines yet...I'll get you sweating :s:

ROSALIE...hope I can get over there...right now I don't see a problem...Deb and I can bunk together and that cuts down on the $$$ and trust me...when you're with her, you don't eat...you're too busy trying to keep up with her!!! ;) SO that's more $$$ to count on saving....

SUSAN...Sure do hope that you can get to N.C. I can't imagine being at the beach up there in NOV though...Brrrrrrrrrr
Scratch Miss BELLE for me..

NANCY...OK...come on out...HELLO???? NANCY?????


I'm off to lurk...


BOB

Good evening everyone. Trying to get in a quick post before chat tonight. Have had a nap since coming in from work. It's the headache/preTOM nap!

Keeno went ok last night. Wore the "Queenliest" thing I could possibly wear :smug: - A pink Berek sweater with pink boa cuffs and shawl collar. The theme of the sweater is very girlie - lipsticks, shoes, purses, perfume bottles, earrings, etc. It was a great way to ward off any evil from Spewer and a love segue to my new car! :lol: And the best part is that I got it for a song at a local close-out place (usually $120.00 or so, got for $35.00!) I :love: a bargain!!! Kept saying last night that I was feeling "Queenly." Managed to get two subtle jabs in that I don't even think she noticed, even sweeter, they were slightly over her head! We were listening to a best of Earth, Wind and Fire CD and she was talking about how it took her back to high school and I said, "I think I was in junior high when this came out!" :devil: And of course she was going on about the whole Diane Sawyer make over and how they had seen her on a show and there were clips of her at home without make-up and hair. Her husband commented that he didn't think Diane looked all that great and he hoped she didn't look like that. Blah, blah, blah. And I said, something about Diane Sawyer being beautiful and that she was a former beauty queen, etc. Hint, hint, she's beautiful!! They have a gorgeous canvas to work with! Spewer won't look better at her all time best than Diane Sawyer looks on a her worst day! PUH-LEEZ!

The car is a DREAM!!!! I loved driving it last night. Went and picked up my buddy Allison in it and she was great, chatting al through dinner about it. She's a good person to have on your side. DH drove it to work today while I flipped through the owner's manual. We listened to CDs on the way home from work tonight. He is enjoying it too.

Pottery painting was fun but too expensive to enjoy more than a few times a year. DEB It's ceramics - bisque (sp?) that we actually painted. Would like to take some classes in clay though. Did some of that, pinch pots, as a kid.

Very productive at work today! Rearranged my office today. Got that Feng Shui working for me! It needed to be done so bad! My friend Bob (my "5 Minute Therapist" - a psychologist) at work wouldn't come in my office because it overwhelmed him. It's very lively - lights on the computer monitor, decorated for every holiday, have Valentine's up now, etc. His OCD issues disallowed him from entering. I can't wait for him to come down for a visit. Wrote 2 reports, had a meeting, made some phone calls, etc.

Went to the Bargain Box at lunch (the Jr. League thrift) before lunch and got a pair of Calvin Klein flares that were samples of new jeans (I work down the block from Vanity Fair who makes Lee jeans and other denim products) fro $5.00! They are brand spanking new ones too. They had several tables of jeans from Express, Elisabeth, CK, etc. This is the neatest place to get great things!

Well, time to go see who is in the chat room! Hope to see you there!

Peace,
FROG

Hi everybody- just lolling around here with sore arms after a torture session at the gym. I hang out with the muscle-heads in the free weights and machines section- usually the only woman there, lifting my little 20 pounders, all red in the face, while the behemoth next to me has 120 pounds in each hand!

Quilter- I threw out about a quarter of my lunch today because I just couldn't finish it. Maybe the second time in my life I've done that. I started thinking that I'm going to leave something on my plate at every meal, just to get used to it. Or maybe to get even with my mother. I remember endless nights sitting at the dinner table alone, til I scraped my plate clean no matter what was on it. You'd think at my age I could just get over it....

TV- Sending healthy thoughts your way. Good luck on that little blue card, we're pulling for you!

Bob- You too (see above). When I had gestational diabetes my doc gave me 2 weeks to control it with diet and exercise before he put me on meds. I was the most faithful walker and swimmer and clean eater you could imagine for the rest of the none months and managed to keeps my sugar levels pretty low and even, with LOTS of exercise and lots of little legal meals. And that was on the ADA diet, which I now believe to be not real healthy, so think what you can do on SB. Keep at it at the gym!

Rhoo- Shake yourself off! of course you're worth it!

Zanne- Don't believe Quilter, the deli rye triscuits are delish! I started on those when I started SB cause I wanted to cut out all wheat also. I don't think the wheat had anything to do with my problems now (it was the sugar) but I got hooked on the rye ones. Even my kids love them now. Their friends think they're a little weird tho and don't ask for snacks in our house much. Are you still trying BFL?

Deb- I've got the toxic fume problem too- almost a week now. Jon's getting annoyed. Don't know what it it, except that I'm eating a LOT more protein. Could that do it? Even the dog leaves the room sometimes :lol: BTW- You look great in the picture! Did the dryer eat the blue shirt?

SOL- You look great too! Vince looks like tough guy!

Hello to everyone else- loved the "got milk" pic! Wish I was in it....

mel

DEB WHERE WERE YOU ????? I WAS AT CHAT!!!!!!


BOB

ME 2, DEB!!! WE MISSED YOU!!!!!

K

APB issued for DEB.

Last seen, well, NOT AT CHAT!! :(

Missed ya chick!

Just wanted to let everyone know that I have not desserted, even though I have not been able to post the last couple of weeks. I really miss everyone.

Things have really been hectic here with the work on my house & doing overtime at work. I just seem to get home & collapse.

The work on the house is now complete. I have an L shaped porch around the east & south side of the house & finally have a carport! The cement will have to be done later when the weather is warmer & dryer, but I can wait for that. We did a good foundation of limestone. I can now get in & out of the house without getting wet when it rains & no more ice on the windshield when it's cold.

Have been sticting to this WOE though. As a matter a fact!!!

I reached Goal today!!! First time to hit 135!

It's funny cause when people see me that I haven't seen in a long time they always ask if I've been sick. :lol: I always so no, I'm feeling great. I do have more energy most of the time. I don't plan to change anything about the way I'm eating, just keep at it the same way. If I can, which I'm sure I can, I'd like to loose a few more lbs.

I really need to figure my BMI. Last year at this time it was 29. Anything over 25 is considered unhealthy. My weight has been showing in the healthy zone on Fitday.com for a while now, but it's still more than I'd like. OK< I just found the formula & figured it out. My BMI is now 23.17 :D

OK, that makes me happy. Well, I've rambled enough. Time to get to bed. Got to work another 12 hr shift tomorrow & it's late. See ya'll! :wave:

Mary, please let me be the first to say

CONGRATULATIONSON REACHING YOUR GOAL!!!!!!!


WOOOOHOOOO! YOU GO GIRL!!!!!!


Susan!

I completely forgot about chat tonight.

Debbie: I just have to say that there are no words to describe how wonderful your spinach quiche turned out. I could have eaten the whole thing (I didn't thought). Mom loved it too.

Had a great day with the grand kids. My granddaughter is 10 months old. She has just started this thing where she will get something she isn't supposed to have and show it to me. Then when I say to bring it to Nana, she laughs and runs. My grandson (4 years) cried because he didn't want to go home. He wanted to stay here. He thinks he should stay at Nana's every night.

Well, guess I had best get to bed.

Take care everyone. Hope WIW is great for all.

Sheann
287/282.5/150

Forgot something.



CONGRATULATIONS MARY on reaching your goal!!!

Parisamy: Welcome to the SB board.

Sheann

I'm thinking we ought to have sirens that go off on our computers when one of us reaches goal! Deb--I think you need to get to work on this! ;)

I am so happy for you Mary! Not only the goal weight, but the kickin BMI too! You are in inspiration to the rest of us. Let's award a great big SB queen Ta-rah-rah to Melf!

OK. I've had a pretty good day today--and it just got much better. It was very busy today. I'm in the process of trying to sign political candidates to contracts--plus keep up with two non-political clients and my work at the church. Who has time to eat?

Actually it is more important to make sure I eat regularly so that I do not get into starvation mode--which is when I'm most likely to go off program. But today was good.

Kim--Glad I could be of help! We actually had some cool craft talks today. I have always wanted to learn tatting too! ANd I definatly plan to be a battle ax when I get old! Course after years and years on SB, I will be a gorgeous battle ax!:lol:

Frog--heh, heh, heh. I can just see you in your queenly sweater riding in the Accord and dissing the Spewer!

BOB--Miss Belle is purring in my lap as I type this. We dressed alike today in all black ensembles. You have additional incentive for staying on the wagon now. Have fun in the saddle! Fortunately I had all that done in Oct. though I do have an appointment to meet the Boobie Smasher 3000 in March! Ain't it wonderful to be a woman! :o

TV-speaking of the saddle, I hope everything comes out all right. When I went for my last exam--having lost 60 lbs from the previous one--I felt no discomfort at all. It is usually very uncomfortable for me--event though they say it isn't SUPPOSED to hurt. My Dr is a male--so how the heck would he know?

Liz--you are not alone in the dreaded up then back down the scale dance. But since the holidays this board is really hopping and everyone seems to be back into the program--so you are right at home with the rest of us! It is good to have you back!

Deb--you seem to have been missed for chat! 22 months? Wow! You know for those of us who used to bounce from one diet to another, that's a lifetime!

Time for bed. I have early meetings tomorrow, so I probably won't be on until the afternoon!

Susan
300/238/150
JUly 10, 2000

hi everyone,

had a fun time at chat, as usual i have a hard time keeping up trying to read and type at the same time.

CONGRATULATIONS MARY!!!!!!!! you did it! i have not been on the board very long but i can see this is a sentinel event! WAY TO GO! nice chatting with you too!

as voiced by the others we missed you DEB, hope everything is well. i made your cheesecake to try out on my family before i make it for my bunko buddies. it tasted great but i made it in a 9in. springform pan so it was well pretty silly looking, kind of flat. i borrowed a smaller pan so i hope it will turn out. we will also have vegies and legal spinach dip, florida strawberries and the sb legal barbecue sauce i found on the board with some kind of appetizer meat or chix. most of my friends are dieting so i am sure they will enjoy all the legal treats.

Kim- the more we chat the more similarities that come up, am looking forward to the trip to cinti to meet, maybe i will pack deb in my suitcase!

Frog- i am glad your keeno eve with that spewer went well, are your kitty cats ok? hope you are also feeling better.

BOB- it was nice to chat, i must confess i was not really at the golden globes and at this weight i do not own a red dress! i do hope seriously that your labs are ok. i had gestational diabetes when i was pregnant with my super large son (diet controlled) and was on insulin with my 9 year old daughter, i had been told that if i lost the weight and exercised i would not need to be on insulin, alas i did not follow instructions and am now paying the price. i have with this incredible WOE dropped my labs and have cut my insulin now by one-half and am hoping to be off totally. so this change in my eating habits is a lifelong pursuit.


Happy- glad to meet you in chat. deland is not that far away, we should try to arrange something, zsu and i are always up for a trip providing our schedules and call time allow. sonya(solshine) and gatorgal are in orlando, we are over there fairly often especially during football season as my son is on the UCF football team!

Karen- it was nice to chat with you also, i really look forward to tuesday chat. the support and care that comes from the posts and chat are what makes this plan so incredible.

hope everyone has a happy weigh in wednesday, i will weigh(timidly) on thursday which is my next day to work. sure hope i see some movement downward of the scale, but i can deal with it if stays stuck.glad everybody liked the 'got milk'picture, we had a really good time. and yes Debbie did tell us to spit it out!!

take care,

chris

Morning Everybody!!!

I just wanted to check in before hopping in the shower. There's one thing I have to say:

MELF CONGRATULATIONS!!!! YOU'VE GOTTEN TO GOAL AND I'M DOING THE HAPPY DANCE FOR YOU. THAT IS SO GREAT!!!!! I'LL BET YOU WERE SO EXCITED. WONDERFUL, AWESOME, SPECTACULAR, FANTASTIC, SUPER, GREAT, (I could go on and on!) KEEP TELLING US HOW GOOD IT FEELS TO BE THERE BECAUSE THAT'S THE BEST FORM OF MOTIVATION FOR THE REST OF US. WAY TO GO, GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well, I can't respond to everybody this a.m., but will do so later. Wanted to tell you that I was really pleased with my eating yesterday. I will post on the daily meals board tonight. Have to say that I stayed far away from the ice cream when dh brought it out laslt night. He asked and I said, "No I'm having a pear." I couldn't believe those words came out of my mouth. A pear???? Over ice cream???? Anyway, just wanted to share that tiny victory.

Enjoyed the chat last night. It was really cookin' in there. I was having a hard time keeping up. Just wanted to remind HAPPY that I'm with you today and that there will be no skipping of meals on my shift. On SB we eat and sometimes we eat often. I like the way some of the girls eat many small meals. That sounds very workable. Okay, girl??? Are you ready for a good day. Let's hit it.

To everybody else, good luck on WIW. Can't wait to hear what's been happening on the one-eyed monster.

Take care.
Kim

Good Morning

Melf - Congratulations on reaching goal. I am very happy for you.

I've been at 195 pounds for the last several days, which is a positive sign. Not so many ups and downs this week. Who knows, I may break that barrier yet.

This is just a quickie as I have to leave for work in a few minutes. I don't have time for any responses. Will try and check in again later.

Have a good day everyone.

Bye for now.

Marie.

Way to go MELF!!! :spin: AWESOME!

Will try to post later tonight. Have 1000 things to do this evening so I may not be able to get in more than my WIW results. Sorry guys!

Have a great WIW and good luck everyone!

Peace,
FROG

WAY TO GO, MARY!!!!!!!!!! HOT DIGGITY DOG!!!!!!!!!

YOU GO GIRL!!! I'm also glad to see you on the board. In fact, I was just thinking last night that I need to e-mail you and make sure you're okay. I'm jealous of your L shaped porch! I would love to have a wide, wrap around porch and a place to put a swing. So good to hear from you!

QUILTER You are too funny about my face. Thank you! I don't feel like it's looking any thinner - and especially today. Yes, Vince can put that police, tough guy look on his face. I think his face just relaxes into that kinda like politician's can train their faces to relax into a smile. Sometimes I still think he's mad or thinking about being mad about something and when I ask him about it he says he's fine and grins and I know he's not mad. Way to go on leaving some food behind. I'm not only a member of the CLEAN PLATE CLUB, but I also was trained that meals aren't over until after dessert. My mom was really big on desserts, so you can imagine what being on SB did to me the first few months..... :rolleyes:

I don't really have time to get to everyone, but I've been reading. Someone asked about the date for the marathon - I'll look that up today and post it - along with the recipes I"ve been remiss on posting! :o

Last night I walked 4.5 miles in almost TWICE the time it takes Debbie. It took 1:21. The first 9 miles was a gruesome internal fight to keep going and I thought I'd NEVER make it to the 1 mile mark. Then I promised myself that I would walk the whole loop (3.5 miles) and then if I was dying and still feeling tired I would call it a day. Some of the kids who are usually out when I walk waved to me. (I'm probably that weird girl with the fanny pack. Vince calls me the Flashdance Walker because of my cut up t-shirts and how they slide off my shoulder a lot. ) About mile 2 I'm huffing and puffing and look up and there's this pregnant lady just strolling - looking like she was in no hurry to be anywhere. I thought surely I would be passing her in a few minutes and pulled my headphones to the side so I could greet her - I kept walking and didn't catch up with her - kept walking - she's getting further ahead - can't have that! - I'm hauling butt and only BARELY closing distance on this strolling pregnant woman! How embarrassing!!! Finally, she turned to cross the road and I was huffing and puffing and could barely talk, but I managed to say, "You're kicking my butt at your strolling pace!! One of my goals is to be able to keep up with you in the future!" She grinned and we chatted across the way a bit as I kept on walking. THEN I FINALLY made it to the 3.5 mile mark and decided I had enough energy to keep going and a few hundred yards down the road I knocked my walkman off my fanny pack belt and batteries went flying everywhere. I couldn't find one of them and didn't want to keep looking so I had to finish my walk without my music. :(

Okay, so with all this walking and my weight training and eating I should be down for WIW, right????? WRONG! :?: Well, I guess I am down from last week, but not as much as I expected and wanted. I weighed in at 197 this morning. I think that's 1 lb. down from last week. I know the weight comes off very slowly for me, but doggoneit! I've been working my tail off. Vince won't let me weigh except for on WIW now, so I don't know if it's a fluctuation, but I don't think so because I had a light lunch yesterday and only had 2 pieces of Ezekiel Bread and a mock tomato soup made with tomato paste last night for supper.

Does anyone have a SB friendly recipe for Tomato Soup? I really miss Campbell's plain tomato soup - I didn't care for the Italian version made without sugar.

Okay, gotta run! Hope we have a bunch of LOSERS on the board today!!! :wave:

CONGRATULATIONS MELF!

i STAYED THE SAME 175/139/130?

Will post later....

mel

Well, as I anticipated I am up 2 pounds, but not down about it. Frankly I anticipated it. Next week I bet I am down at least one of these 2 pounds. Gotta have hope!

More later! Have a Happy Sugar Free day!

Peace,
FROG

New #'s this week!
190/150/130

I will be tied up most of the day and work and a meeting tonight, but I just wanted to quickly say -

Great chatting with everyone last night. Hope to be able to join again soon. There were so many different conversations going on that if you just read the comments in order it made for a pretty amusing story!

MELF - WAY TO GO! I'm really happy for you. All your hard work has paid off. Congrats!

Gotta work for that paycheck now!

Karen

Good Wednesday Morning All:wave:

Sorry I wasn't able to get into chat last night. Michael needed the computer to do some AP EURO work, and computer work always comes behind school work. Nice to see I was missed:) Trust me, I never like missing chat, but I know you all understand.

I took in the pictures from our ORLANDO GET TOGETHER yesterday to be processed, should have them back no later than Friday and I'll be sure to get them posted for you all to see:D

You all would be proud, and BOB will definitely be getting her drink!;) Yesterday, Eli and I stopped into Sears to return something and I went to see what sneakers they had available. They had a bunch of them on clearance, with an extra 25% off the clearance price. I didn't get just one, not even just two-but 4 PAIRS OF SNEAKERS! I won't get into the STEAL that I got on these shoes, but trust me, no one would ever be able to come close to the deal I got-BOB, you would be PROUD!!!!:D ANYHOW, I am happy to report, I just came in from my walk/jog and I WORE A NEW PAIR OF SNEAKERS!!! Of course, I tried NOT to look down and I *****ed and moaned about them being WHITE! Definitely caused me undue stress! BUT, I'm happy to report that I didn't get a blister (padded my one heel beforehand, as I felt I may get one there) and I actually made good timing, 45:02, my 3rd best time yet, and only 2 seconds over my 2nd best time!

So, I bought 2 pairs of New Balance and 2 pairs of Addidas, all running shoes. I wore the NB ones today, they are the 729's. I'm going to return the ones I got at Sports Authority and the other pair I got at Penney's and then look at another Sears, as I saw some other ones I liked yesterday, but that store didn't have my size. I may keep them all, I'll decide soon, but most likely, at least 3 of the pairs I bought.

We stumbled onto a new Middle Eastern Rest. up in Broward. Didn't know it was even there until we recently saw a bus bench advertisement a few weeks back and finally decided to go search for it-place looked very good and the food looks awesome-so, next trip up to Broward is not going to have OLE OLE in the plans, but this new restaurant, EL SALAM (I think that's what it's called).

Well, it's WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY and I for one am not a happy camper. Scale is still up, 5lbs from my lowest point, but as I said before, I should be happy that I'm staying within my 5lb cushion. I should see some sort of a drop by next week, hopefully. I am seriously thinking about putting the scale away after next weeks WIW. It will be the end of the month and I think after almost 8 months at being below goal, I can handle 1 week of not weighing in (can you see me already ripping my hair out at the mere thought of this??)

I've been once again over doing the scone eating, as well as other SB LEGAL goodies. Today I decided that was enough, why am I doing this to myself, one treat is okay, but do I have to eat 3 scones like I did yesterday?:^: That's along with a piece of SB LEGAL CHOCOLATE, CARBOLITE (mocha, peanut butter and vanilla). ALSO, I truly think the scones are what are giving me this awful gaseous fumes. So, I am NOT going to buy the scones in lots like I was. When we go up to Broward, if I want ONE, that's all I am going to buy-no more than one, as a treat. I vow not to buy extra to stick in the freezer, because either they don't make it into the freezer, or they don't last as long as they should in the freezer. I have 2 left in there now and vow not to touch either one today.

Also today, I plan on doing my journaling-another thing I find that if I don't do, does me no good, so today, I'm back on track with that and I'll post my journal on the FOOD FOR THOUGHT BOARD for today sometime tomorrow.

Water has also been another problem recently, but glad to report today, I've almost had 1.5 liters already-hey, I'm trying!!!!

FILLISE, absolutely will share the Glamour Shots pics when I get them done. Won't be til the end of Feb, so won't get them back until March, sometime. Pics from Orlando should be back from KMart by Friday and will surely share them with the board. LOL! I bet if you think your SB LEGAL CHOC. stash is huge, mine is enormous-I have them in a shoes box, filled to capacity!!! LOL!

ZANNE, no movie since SPEED?? I thought I was bad! Sorry to hear you and DS are sick again. I am so fortunate that my kids hardly ever get a cold and if they do, it's never that bad. Both kids have perfect attendance and have never been out from school-even the Dr. only sees them for a well visit once a year. Knock on wood, it should always be like that! I checked on the perogie recipe, what I think may be the same thing is called PIROGEN-do you think this is one of the same? Is so, I got your recipe!!! Says it can be filled with chopped meat, chicken, kasha. There's also a recipe for PIROSHKI which says it's a small version of pirogen, but this uses chicken fat in the recipe-YUCK!

NANCE, what happened to our telephone date??? Guess we'll have to reschedule. {{{HUGS}}}

MUSIC, don't feel alone, my computer makes a grinding noise and I'm waiting to lose everything one day soon. I get those illegal operations too, along with lots of other crap. I need to get a back up of all my AOL files-lose those, I'm lost forever!!! Congrats on getting some new shoes, I'm sure you don't have the problems buying shoes like I do;)

TV, here's hoping you get the A-OKAY on the blue card!

QUILTER, not getting GS until end of next month, after hair appt. I had them done 6 years ago (pic that I have posted in my bio) and would love to have them come out as nice as they were back then. Eli gave this to me for Hanukah (and gave Lauren hers too). I have to get MY STORY BOARD up and running so we can all post our weight stories and nightmares on there for everyone to see. Recognize us at Ole Ole, the hostess doesn't even give us a menu and all the regular waiters know what to bring almost without asking-wish they did have stock, wish they'd just build one close to me! LOL! Yes, wore something different, hardly wear the jean shirts anymore-but have to find some new stuff, I have 3 of those shirts-different colors though.

BOB, double trouble in the State of Florida! 4 cloves of garlic? Vampires sure won't bother you. Trust me, your coffee will be secure and safe for presentation to you in March. I'll keep an eye out for the book for you. No need on the pita, if you don't think it's better, why bother. THOUGH, you'll have to let me know what you want from down here (pita, Shorty's sauce, etc.) Spices would be great though! We'll get all the details beforehand. Umm, are you trying to scare ROSALIE??? Don't give her all of my DETOX SECRETS!!!!

FROG, glad to hear you had a good night and Spewer didn't spew much. Can't wait to see a pic of you in the NEW CAR!!!! Heck, I guess I get to see YOU AND THE NEW CAR in April!!!!! Great deal on the new jeans!!!

MEL, I don't think it's the protein that's causing me to oh so daintily pass wind:s:, at least not for me. Eli's ready to hang me too-he says I need to shove a cork up my arse!!! It's bad-really bad!:eek:

MELF, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!
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What wonderful news. Geez, you know how to stay away and then come back on with a bang!!! You must be in seveth heaven. Congrats on the BMI as well-that's awesome!

SHEANN, glad to hear you liked to quiche-I have to say it's one of the best recipes I have and one of the few dishes I make that the family doesn't complain about and actually eats! Remember, it freezes well!

BIGK, definitely, the pan is too big for the cake. I'm in search of a little springform pan. I've seen them before, but until I find one (at a good price), I'm sticking to my little pan-it works good enough when you put in the parchment/wax paper in the bottom. LMK how it comes out in the smaller pan, and what the reviews were on it.

ROSALIE, congrats on staying at the 195, I'm sure there's a loss in the near future!!!

SOL, congrats on the walk, that's awesome. Don't worry about the time, that will come. LOL! I can't tell you just how many times I've had my walkman fall off of me-it's all scratched up-never lost the batteries, but do have them die out on me often. Hey, don't worry about the loss-look at me, up 5lbs! I'll look for a recipe for TOM SOUP when I get a chance-gosh knows I have enough books and the web to search for one!

Oops, it's almost 10am, and I thought I'd be outta the house by then, and I haven't even gotten in the shower! Gotta run-be back on with you all later!

Have a great day!

Debbie
194/123/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Well, I hope blondes really have more fun because these highlights are MUCH more than I anticipated!! I had never done anything like this before so I really didn’t know what to expect. I went from dark brown to a golden blonde! I think I’ll like it once I get used to it, but man, its really different. Doesn’t look like me in the mirror at all. DH is being his usual critical self – he never likes anything I do at first but will usually compliment me once he gets used to the new look – AND THIS IS DEFINITELY A NEW LOOK!! When I look at the hair only, it looks great – but when I look at the whole picture (my face with this hair) it kinda freaks me out! The stylist told me that it would take a week or so to get used to it…. This sounds crazy, but I think I would like it more if I had a good tan……. Maybe I should go ahead and start at the tanning beds a little early this year?!?!

WIW – no good news for me – up 4 from lowest, but no surprise – I was really naughty over the weekend, so I had to pay the price. It will go back down though – I have faith!!

Don’t have time to reply to everyone, BUT GOTTA SAY WAY TO GO FOR MELF!!!!!!!!

Gotta run – Have a great day!!!!!!!!
tv

I lost 2.5 pounds!!!!!!!! YIPEEEEEEEEEEE :D

WAY TO GO MELF!!!!!!! YOU GODDESS YOU!!!!! HAPPY HAPPY JOY JOY!!!!!!!!

Deb- I blew it....sister was down, and what can I say....we were wrapped up shopping and dining out, then I rolled into bed.
I'm sorry.....SOON....we WILL catch up!

Gotta get to work!!!! Sorry I missed the chat.....Could have buzzed BOB right in her ear!!!! Rat farts! Oh, I'll have my glory another day!

Love to everyone!!!! Have a great SF DAY!

Hi Y'all! I've been reading this board for about a week now, so I already feel like I know most of you! I'm Stacy, and I made my first appearance in chat last night. Thanks so much for answering my stupid questions. Like I said, I've read the book twice, but it could never provide the practical wisdom that y'all do!
I hope everyone's having a great WIW. I'm proud to report that I lost 3 pounds this week! This is my second week on this WOE and I'm loving it.

MELF - Big Congrats!! That's impressive and inspirational!

FROG - How's the kitty? Remember, pimpin' ain't easy!

Thanks again for the support! Have a great day!

Stacy

Cloudy here this morning. Some really dark ones. Maybe we'll get snow?

I am SOOO sick of being sick. DS seems to be doing ok, just a terrible cough now and then. My cold seems to be coming out thru my eyes. My right eye is puffy, almost swollen shut. These past few months of colds is the only time in my life this happens. Everyone is blaming it on the weather here. The temp is up and down. Yesterday was 9 degrees celsius warmer than it should be. So instead of 24 degrees F like it should be, it was 42 degrees F. Didn't do any exercise yesterday--blaming my cold. Excuses, excuses.

WIW I'm at 165. I think it's up a lb from last week. Too many salty triscuits!

Ok, enough complaining.

Yesterday I picked up the Body for Life book for $19.99 at Costco. It usually retails in Canada for $39.99, so I got a deal:D I had only skimmed thru it when I had it from the library and the web site doesn't have all the info, so now I can really read the book and get more info from it. DH is interested in doing it too.

I also picked up a 2lb tray of grape tomatoes. YUM! I ate half of them yesterday.

Had another perfect SB day yesterday. I usually average maybe 80% OP, so 2 100% days in a row is good!:smug:

TV-ya did a great job as my:angel: I had a perfect SB day. Just gotta cut down on the salty triscuits:lol: I'm thinking positive that your tests will come back negative! How did the hair turn out?

SHEANN-Sounds like you had fun with the grandkids. WOW 4 of them. My DS is 4, and I get pooped with just the one kid.

QUILTER-You and TV were great :angel: s. You can steal as many triscuits as you want. Got a mega box of them yesterday! I'll have to look for the rye ones. I don't think I've seen them here or I would have snapped them up if I had. I love rye. I have had them when we visited the inlaws in W Palm Beach last year and they ARE yummy. All the "entorage" fit in the van. Couldn't have the seats in, but I drove carefully so y'all wouldn't roll around:lol: You gals kept me in check at Costco--we bypassed the cake/pastry section! Only bought SB legal stuff.

BOB-I think you'll have to come drag me by the hair to the gym. I keep using my bi-weekly colds as an excuse NOT to exercise. I've got the weights and elliptical in the basement. Should be no excuse. You can be my exercise:angel: , kay? I loved the couch potato!!!

FROG-Glad you're enjoying the new car! Sounds like you had fun at Keeno zinging the Spewer. But hey, you were just stating the facts!;)

MELIRIS-You are brave to be in the gym with the muscleheads. Gyms intimidate me. I am still trying to keep at BFL. As stated above, I bought the book and will read it thru. I love the cardio, just have to get into a routine with the weights. Have to stop using my colds as an excuse NOT to exercise. Sounds like you're doing well with BFL.

MELF-WTG!!! GOAL!!!! WHOOHOO!!!!! Very inspiring! Your new porch sounds lovely. Renos can be tiring. We're in the planning stages of putting an addition onto our house.

SOLSHINE-I think I picked up the pound you lost:lol: WTG in pushing the walk, even without music! I posted a tomato soup recipe on the NOV 2001 board. Page 2. Fresh Tomato Soup Provencal. It's zippier than campbell's, but real tastey!

DEBELLI-sounds like you've got a handle on what's keeping you up a pound or 2. I'm sure you'll lose it in no time now that you figured out where to cut back. Thanks for the good wishes. I'm sick of being sick. I bet PIROGEN is the same thing. PIEOSHKI too. But I agree--chicken fat--YUCK! I guess the dumpling is called different things, depending on the culture.

BIG HI to everyone else.

Think I'll take it kind of easy today. Make some chicken soup. Sounds like a plan. Hope everyone has a great SB day!

36 DAYS TILL REGISTRATION FOR THE WDW HALF MARATHON!!!!!!!!!!!

just in case you were wondering! :D

The marathon is January 12, 2003

Sorry I haven't been around lately. Things have been busy at work and that is when I normally get on.

Happy WIW for me. I'm down 2 which is good, especially since it is TOM. So, hopefully next wek will be just as good.

Congrats Melf! I can only imagine what a great feeling of accomplishment it is to see that number.

Here's to all the losers.

Jen

O.K. I am renaming WIW ----for me its Whimp Out Wensday! or WOW?! (look how fat I am?) I didn't get on or near that scale maybe 5 ft?! I can tell by my clothes that I am up but have been under some kind of controll the last 3 days-even got my tush out in the nice 40plus degrees weather and walked about 40 min. Very windy so i went home (excuse!) Just wanted to check in and say THANKS YOU for all the nice thoughts and encouragment! I needed it you have all been on my mind the last few days. I don't have time to hug and kiss you all gotta finish making the troops dinner and go to work----uggggg boring anyway...

CONGRATS MELF!!! I am soooooooo happy for you-you should be sooooo proud of you! YOu did this no one else!!!! I love before and after pics....hint hint!!

gotta scram!

Rhonda

P.S yeah for all you losers! Nace......2.5 wooooo hoooooo

Just a quick post...

Well, no good news but no bad news for WIW. Exactly where I was last week. I've been really good today. I'll try to journal my eats for today later on. Don't know what's on for supper.:dizzy:But my big news is that I actually got my rear in gear and walked today. :D Pick yourselves up off the floor. I know it's a shock. Every other day I have an extra thirty minutes for lunch so I walked today.:angel:

Gotta run. Check in later.

Hey All:wave:

Have a headache and will be going to lie down in a few, but wanted to try and get in a post before I do.

Took back the two pairs of sneaks I had previously bought, so got that taken care of today. Hit the .99 CENT STORE-spent $25-never fails. The grapefruit was soooo cheap, 6/$.99, bananas 10/.99. lemons 10/.99, huge head of romaine, 6 tomatoes for .99 and some other odds and ends-definitely helps to feed the family cheaper when I can find good prices like that.

TV, dying to see your hair. I want to go way more blond, would love to see how yours turned out-why not post a pic of you, the NEW BLOND BOMBSHELL!! Don't worry about the 4lb gain, I'm sure it's not all from eating off plan this weekend, you'd of had to eat in excess of 14,000 calories, which I highly doubt you did-it's probably hormonal, fluid retention, full moon, etc...

NANCE, 2.5lbs-WTG GIRL!!! Love seeing that good news in print! Don't worry about the tele-as long as you had a good time with your sister!!

HAM, WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!!:D Glad you've decided to join us! CONGRATULATIONS on a great loss this week, you seem to be doing great:) Sorry I wasn't at chat to help answer your questions, but I'm SURE the gals took good care of you and helped you out. Never be afraid to ask any questions you may have, we're all in this big boat (or wagon) together!! Again, WELCOME!!

ZANNE, you sound like a bit of a mess-you gotta get yourself well! Good deal on the book! Hey, congrats, 2 days OP @ 100%, that's awesome!! I'll try to get that recipe for you over the next couple days, if I don't, remind me, I tend to have memory troubles due to age (can't blame it on Aspertame any more).

SOL, thanks for the WDW update-are we counting down the days?!? Hey, we should have a slumber party in the hotel in March, what do you think???

JMUIR, CONGRATS-2lbs more, that's awesome!!!

RHROO...okay, next weeks another week, just don't do what I did and stay away from the scale too long, those pesky pounds seem to crawl back on when you aren't looking!!! Hmmm, maybe I should use this as an example of WHY I SHOULDN'T PUT AWAY MY SCALE!!!

MUSIC, good job on the walking-break those new shoes in!!!! Congrats! I'm sure with the walking, you'll be seeing a loss soon!

Okay, I'm off to go lie down for a bit-I'll check in with you all later. Oh, by the way, Michael aced his AP EURO midterm, only 7-8 in the class did, so he's happy, I'm happy!!!:D

Please remember, TOMORROW IS RECIPE DAY so if you have any SB LEGAL RECIPES you'd like to share with the board, please try to post them tomorrow (though any day is good too).

Toodles

Debbie
194/123/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Hi Everyone!! I'm a new SBer.. been on it for 4 days now. I'm not sure what I weighed on Sunday when I started, because I don't own a scale... but today at the doctor I was 8 pounds less than I was at the end of July when I last saw her... I was 213 then, 205 today(nobody believes it because i'm tall and broad). I have a long way to go, and I'm just now having my first hard time with cravings. None until today... and now I'm dying to steal a piece of DH's birthday cake (which I didn't even want yesterday when we had the party... what gives?)
I'm a mom of 2 boys, ages 9 and 4... I'm a Firefighter, EMT-Intermediate... and part time Daycare Teacher...
I'm filling in my bored time by reading these message boards, and reading.. they keep my hands occupied so I'm not eating!!!
My husband works for Keebler, and he's gonna kill me for buying Triscuits.. but I guess the Elves will have to make something comparable! Right now my snacks are fruit (oranges), and peanuts (Low salt), and salad and LF cheese.

I'm afraid to buy even "legal" bread, because I'm afraid I won't stop at 2 slices a day... Am I supposed to be eating starchy carbs every day?

One more thing... I know we're allowed juices, but good gawd at the carbs... are they seriously ok since it's from fruit??

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!! :p


KIM...WILL YOU STOP JUMPING UP AND DOWN>>>>>YOU'RE ROCKING THE WAGON!!!! :eek:
If one is going to jump and yell, wait a minute and we'll all do it together...





CONGRATS.....MELF.....WAY....TO....GO.... I'll fix some chicken to celebrate!!! ;)



Back to the gym tonight for 45 minutes of treadmill and cycles....I didn't sleep to well last night so I just couldn't make it for the entire hour! Anyone who wants me to pick them up in the wagon on the way to the gym, just yell...

DEB...I KNEW I WOULD WIN THAT BET!!!!! Get ready FROGGIE....we're having a Dirty Martini!!!!
I'm heading for the ME place here again on Friday night after the gym...getting to where I have to have my FRIDAY NIGHT FALAFEL!!! We missed you in chat...the one night everything is a rerun and you don't show up!!!

RHONDA....Glad to see you poke your head in....

NANCY....Buzzzzzzzzzzz me?????

WELCOME EVERYONE....stick around awhile...put your feet up...mix up some hummus ...grab a pita and chew the fat with us...

THAT EIGHTY'S SHOW IS ON TONIGHT.....FLASHBACK BOB might be BLUSHING :eek:

Sorry I can't get to everyone....I'm off to get all reclined....

BOB

Girls, the Quilter has a headache, so I'm going to just veg out on the couch. I will try and write to everyone later or tomorrow. Hope you all had a great day. Mine was good. Just started with this headache about 5 p.m. and it's sticking around. Yuck.

Take care, friends.
Kim

Hi everyone!
Just a quick note before bed. I did much better today, thanks to my angels - Quilter and Big Momma! I think I've had about 2lb weight loss. It's hard to tell because I fluctuate so much in the day. Congratulations to all who have lost and/or met goal! That is great. I would love to meet the "locals" sometime. We can do lunch (legal of course)! I am down on my walking this week. So hard to find time in my hectic schedule! Every day I say, tonite I'm going to ride that stupid bike and every nite I run out of hours in my day.
Well as Scarlett said "I'll think about that tomorrow" I think I should change my name to Scarlett, what do you think?
I have an appointment for my pedicure tomorrow! I can't wait - it is so relaxing. It was a gift from my sister.
Well all, have a great nite and great day tomorrow! I have already prepared my tuna salad, pita and yogurt to take to work for lunch so I can stay on track!
Bye!:yawn:

Just checking in to say Hi

Had a busy day what with work, cooking dinner and going to badminton. Played about 5 games this evening and it felt like a good workout. Now I am pooped so have to get ready to hit the sack soon as I have to get up early for work again in a.m. I only had about 4 hours sleep last night as I worked a late shift yesterday and an early one to-day. We weren’t too busy yesterday evening so didn’t mind going in again this morning. Now I don’t have to worry about being asked to go in on Friday. This is the day for ping pong in the morning and badminton again in the afternoon. Almost haven’t got time to work :lol: Done o.k. with eating to-day. Haven’t even had a snack this evening so hopefully I can get to bed and sleep before I start wanting to eat again :lol:

Deb – Congratulations to Michael for doing so well in his exam. You must be a very proud momma. Let me know if there is anything you would like me to bring you in March. Same goes for any of the other gals who will be in Orlando when I am there.

This is an article I found in the newspaper yesterday and thought it was worth sharing:

CALCIUM CAN EASE SYMPTOMS OF PMS

A moderate dose of calcium twice a day is the latest trick for easing the pestering effects of PMS, according to a U.S.-based study.

The study, which looked into treatment options for PMS sufferers, was conducted by the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine under the supervision of Dr. Michael Thomas, a leading expert in the field. Thomas was in Toronto last week for a conference on women’s health.

Premenstrual syndrome affects 30-40 per cent of reproductive-age women, but Thomas says that by ingesting a relatively small amount of calcium, PMS can be controlled. He recommends taking 600 milligrams of calcium in the morning and again at night as the first in the line of defence to control PMS.

Thomas studied the effects of calcium on 466 PMS sufferers over a three-month period. Forty eight per cent of the women reported that their PMS symptoms, which include anxiety, depression, insomnia and headache, were greatly reduced.

“No one knows for sure why this seems to work but there are a lot of theories,” he says. “But calcium is used in every function of our body, from our heart to our muscles. My thought is that it helps to boost the serotonin levels.

“My main concern is that people understand what PMS is and what treatment is available to them.”

Thomas recommends women with PMS eat foods that are rich in calcium like yogurt, oranges and various dairy products. For those who are lactose intolerent, he suggests replacing dairy with a calcium pill supplement.

A big welcome to the newbies. Hope to get to know you soon.

Congratulations to all the losers this week.

Thinking of you all. Maybe I will catch up with the posts again sometime soon.

Bye :wave:

Marie

I DIDN'T CHEAT!

I'm soooo proud of myself! I had to put on the world premiere of a movie tonight, and there was so much temptation! I was relieved when it was all over, and we were at the VIP after party, surrounded by delicious looking food, but I stayed strong. A few cubes of cheese and some broccoli were all I nibbled on. I must admit though, I was very, very tempted. Right when I was about to give in, I looked across the room, and the younger girl from that old show Party of Five was sitting there, and she is TINY. She can't weigh more than 80 pounds soaking wet. Anyways, that was all it took. I decided that looking more like her (THIN!) was worth a whole lot more than food that would only make me feel like crap anyway. I must have some angels looking out for me somewhere. Thanks y'all!!

Stacy

PS - Thanks for all the welcomes! Y'all sure know how to make a girl feel at home!

Morning!

got my walk in today, did not have time to post yesterday. But no news to post for WIW except down .5 lb from last week, still .5 lb from my start wt. so coming off slowly! Hope to be able to post to the board next week!

Welcome to all the newbies!! This is a great support group!!

Congrads to everone who had a loss!!

Deb - what is SB legal carbolite? Sounds like you found some great deals! I'm a bargin hunter too!

It's raining here, we need it but soo gloomy!

Well gotta hit the shower to go to work, everyone have a great day!!!

:wave:
178.5/ / 140 started SB 10/01

Just wanted to touch base this morning and wish EVERYBODY WHO READS THIS a fabulous day with tons of victories and no failures. Remember, everyone . . . this is a journey, so let's enjoy every step of the way. I am in a panic for something to wear this morning. Nothing fits. Tried those dreaded jeans on this morning focusing in on how well I've been eating and they are still too tight!!!! EEEEEEEK!!! It's maddening! I want instant gratification. Must remember about the journey . . . just wish I had something to wear on it. So I'd better go rummage through the closet and find something halfway decent. One of these days I'll squeeze into those jeans and be able to sit down and everything in them.

I have book club tonight, so don't look for me before 10 p.m. But tomorrow is my day off so I will catch up with everybody then. Don't talk about me while I'm gone. LOL

Take care.
Kim

Heres a half awake post! I am sitting here in my walking clothes wooo hooo! (thats effort man!) eating a grapfruit. Just wanted to talk about Quilter while she wasn't around! LOL J/K! Anyway yesterday was about an 8 on a scale from 1-10. Still feeling my funk which I know i will be in untill i get to the Dr. (did i tell you i have NO health insurance!)anyway The week end is almost here I think i am planning on a bday party for my oldest (bday was Dec 23-talk about a funk!) But its the thought that counts right right? half of the family threw a card with $$ at him at Christmas anyway! I am telling ya I have no motivation-some Mom huh?

Quilter-hope you didn;t walk out nakie on your journey! I know how your feeling I am down to like 4 pairs that fit then NONE i gave all the suckers away! Oh well we just have to keep working on it right!!! THanks for the kind words the other day! you always make me smile too!---hope your little head is better too!

hamsm-WELCOME sounds like your doing great!

Zanne-hope your all feeling better over there-my hubby was home yesterday (day off) feeling yucky I asked "how come men act like they are dying when they don't feel good"? that didn't go over very well! You are talking to the Queen of excuses but yours sounded good!

Beth-Welcome!

BOB-You don't need to be picked up! Your doing great! Now that i am back to work i don't know what i am going to do when the new Survior comes on! We have these little radio t.v's but no pic! oh well

Slappy-2 lbs woooooo hoooooo!!!

Rosalie-what a busy girl! I think i need more than calcuim for my PMS!!! thanks for the info!

Jumir-woooo hoo on you 2 lbs too!!! nice to see ya too!

Nascar-I am a slow loser too! but we just have to keep going at it right!!!! (i should practice what i preach!) anyway you will get results if you keep at it!!!!

Deb-hope your head is better too! I love pink grapefruit yummmm! Yeah for Michael! my kids get there report cards tomorrow. My kindergartener is all excited!

HI to everyone i didn't reply to----rememeber i am half asleep!!
Going to make some Chili today yummmyyy even staying home from work tonight to enjoy it! I love these 3 day work weeks! talk at ya later

Rhonda

Good Thursday Morning Everyone:wave:

Just got home from doing my walk/jog, did only 3.5 miles today-thought I'd take it easy.

I journaled everything I ate yesterday but didn't eat enough as I was running most of the day-not typical of me. I'm going to post todays journal instead, I surely don't want anyone thinking yesterday was typical for me and follow my lead by doing what I did-definitely have to post my usual intake. BUT, I was back in control, and that felt good. I drank enough water, journaled, got in my exercise and stayed away from the scones in the freezer-and today, the scale is down a 1/2lb-still up 4.5 from my lowest, but once again, staying within THE ZONE!

I have TWO REQUESTS:^: If you haven't already done so, PLEASE make sure YOUR BIO is up on our latest BIO BOARD The link is below, just click on it to get there. If you aren't on it I won't have you on my mailing list, and gawd forbid the site goes down, I won't be able to keep you informed of the goings on-among other things-so please, when you have a chance, do try to get it up there:D THANKS!

http://64.119.161.199/forum/showthread.php?threadid=3773

SECONDLY I know it may be a pain for some, but it REALLY helps when we post our stats at the end of our posts. To see where we were, where we are and where we want to go really helps others see our successes on this WOE. Of course, this isn't mandatory, nothing on the board is, but it is nice to see everyone try to participate in doing this.

I have a Dentist appt at 9:30am this morning, so have to get ready-just a cleaning, at least I hope it doesn't lead into something else!

After school I have to take Lauren to my friend Tom's house-I've known him since 7th grade (yep, old friends). He's going to coach her for her audition for the school she wants to attend next year (same school as Michael, just the Arts Magnet instead of IB like Michael). Her audition is this Monday. He's an actor (has worked with Burt Reynolds among others in the past, but does mostly local stuff now) and he's going to work with her giving her tips, timing, hopefully all the things she needs to help get her into the school-the talent part is up to her. PLEASE PRAY THAT SHE MAKES IT INTO THIS SCHOOL! In the Drama area of the magnet, they only take 24 kids, so the competition is fierce. Can't imagine what I will do if she has to go to a regular school, having 2 in different HS sure will suck!

BETH, WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!!:D Glad you've decided to join us. CONGRATULATIONS on your weight loss thus far, seems you are well on your way to acheiving your goal. The cravings you are having are normal, they will past, just stay strong. It could be from your body detoxing from the sugar and other crap, and/or it could be hormonal-some times during the month I go on a feeding frenzy, but of course, I stay SB LEGAL. You could try upping your protein intake, this helps quite often. You are in good company, there are a few other teachers on the board. Sounds like you have a busy life! KEEBLER! Oh boy, I used to work next to a Keebler warehouse, that was hard enough. BUT, you know you can be strong, besides, take one look at the ingredients they put in their products (not just singling out Keebler, they all do it) and that alone should keep you far away from temptation. You don't HAVE to eat starchy carbs at all, but do limit them to 2-3 a day if you do eat them. Fruit juice is okay on occasion, and in small quantities, but do try to eat the fruit instead-that's lots better for you. Again, WELCOME!!

BOB, yep you won-you know me too well!!! LOL!! Keep up the great work at the gym!!!

Crap, I have to get in the shower, running late. QUILTER, HAPPY, ROSALIE, HAM, NASCAR, RHOO I'll post to you all later:D

Toodles

Debbie
194/122.5/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Morning! Got lots to do but just HAD to stop to write:

OH, MY!!!! Just made Deb's smoothie (recipe on newest board) with a frozen fruit combo of strawberries, peaches and rhubarb! (the mixture comes frozen at our grocery store). JUST WONDERFUL!!!

I was hungry and going to grab something bad, and saw the recipe sitting on my counter. Whipped it up in no time and it is DE-LISH!!!!

Oooohhhhh! Just thought of something. What if you omitted the fruit and put in some cocoa powder? A legal chocolate shake? Is cocoa legal???

Anyway, the fruit smoothie is great and quick to make and took away my hungry feeling.

Thanks for the recipe DEB!!!!

(I'll try to post more later)

Hello everyone! This will be quick as I have to leave for a meeting in a few minutes. I didn't get to post yesterday, so I wanted to stop in and say Hi for a minute.

HI!:wave:



OK gotta go now.

Welcome to our newcomers! Way to go all you losers yesterday!

Susan
300/238/150
July 10, 2000

Only Thursday – What a week!

I’m slowly getting used to this blonde person who keeps looking at me in the mirror. I was really un-easy about it yesterday, but I think its gonna be OK – I guess it will have to be!! My DH did say last night that it makes me look more “classy”… I guess that’s good?!?!?!

Went to church last night and saw something AMAZING! We are celebrating the congregation’s 40 yr. Anniversary in a couple of weeks and the ladies are bringing in all kinds of old pictures. There was a picture of me and my Mom and Dad that I couldn’t believe. I was a STICK GIRL!!! I didn’t even qualify as a bag of bones – I would have just been A bone!! I was about 13 in the picture. Funny, I don’t remember being that small at that age…. I did go through a terrible time in my late teens where my weight was around 90 lbs (waaaaaayyyyy to skinny), but I didn’t realize how thin I was before then. Oh, to have a good happy medium that I could find my way to now………. I was probably 20-25 lbs underweight then, now 20-25 over!! What a difference 10 years of marriage and 2 kids will make, huh!

Deb – I would post a pic if the scanner/copier/printer my DH got me for x-mas worked!! He took it back and I can’t find another one like I want. I’m gonna run to Best Buy at lunch today and see what they’ve got. Good job on the water yesterday!!

BETH – So glad you decided to come over with us! I’m the one who emailed you yesterday!! I’ll send you a reply in a little while, but it looks like we are REALLY closely located!!! There are several other AL girls here as well. BUSDEB (who hasn’t posted in a couple of weeks) lives just north of B-ham, Fillise is in Auburn and there may be another that I’m not remembering right now! Anyway, WELCOME, this is a WONDERFUL SUPPORT GROUP!!!

Sef – are you better yet?? Been thinkin about you!

Rhoo – hang in there girl – looks like your starting to climb out of that funk!!

Quilter – Your posts always put a smile on my face – Thank you!!

Zanne – Hope you get to feeling better very soon!

Rosalie – good info on the calcium. I try to take a supplement daily, but I can’t take it anytime around my thyroid meds because it effects how it absorbs or something, anyway, there is a reason and a lot of days I tend to forget it! That’s all the more reason to remember!

Gotta run,
tv

Hey All:wave:

Dentist was a blast!:rolleyes: At least I walked out of there without having news of having cavaties:D

Stopped at TJMAXX just to look around. Decided to try on some pants, not any I would buy, just to see how they looked on me-took in 3 pairs of size 6 pants, 2 BILL BLASS jean type pants and one other brand, cotton-all three were TOO BIG. Didn't both going back to try on size 4's, was too lazy to take my pants off again:rolleyes:

HAPPY, CONGRATS on the 2lb loss. When are you weighing in? You can bet as long as you stay with us, you're bound to meet up with some of the board members! If there's any way for you to get together with us on that Saturday in March, even for just a little bit, you'd love it! It's always a blast to meet people on the board. Is there any way you can get up a wee bit earlier and get some of your exercise in. If I don't get it done in the morning, I know 95% that I won't do it at night-something is always bound to come up or happen. Enjoy your pedicure-I love them! Don't ever get them, but love them! BUT, I have to admit, Eli sure does give great foot rubs!!!!

ROSALIE, how long does it take to play one typical game of badminton-seems you really got in a workout! I'll tell Michael you sent him congrats-definitely proud!:D Hmmm, will have to let you know what I need from up there-any good chocolate that you know of that's SB LEGAL besides Lindt? Eli brought me home a bar last year, haven't opened it yet, but it was really high in cocoa content, 80%, maybe I should open it up and see if it's any good. Any of those brands on that website I sent you available?? Thanks for posting that article about calcium. I saw one in BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS as well as PREVENTION. Don't have the BH but do have the Prev. and it says that studies with low-fat dairy can actually help boost weight loss.

HAM, CONGRATULATIONS! You did awesome! Doesn't it feel great to have the power over food, not the other way around?!? Hey, maybe you and the other Bama gals can have a get together one day soon!!!

NASCAR, CARBOLITE is a low-carb soft serve "ice cream" that I found about a year or so ago. It's delicious-but not easy to find. If you know of a low-carb type of store in your area, they may have it. Carbolite has other products, none that I think I've really tried, but the ice cream is wonderful, though it does have Splenda in it, which seems to do a number on me when I eat it too often. Congrats on being down a pound from last week!!!

QUILTER, seem you got rid of that pesky headache you had-ain't in the pits when you get one of those-I had to go lie down yesterday, and I had it until I passed out for the night-must be hormonal! Enjoy your book club!!

RHROO, hope they all bring home good report cards-kids are off tomorrow down here (no school last Monday, no school tomorrow, 3 day week-are they lucky, or what!). So, did you get a workout in the new workout wear???

ZANNE, glad you liked the SMOOTHIE RECIPE! You can use unsweetened cocoa, or even carob powder, which is what I use when I make one of my "milk shakes".

FILLISE, and a hello to you too! Makes me feel good to see your post, even if it's just a quickie-means you're thinking about us:D

TV, I wish I had some pictures like that, but when I look at my pictures when I was a kid, they're all of a fat little girl (ask the gals who came to the get together in Orlando-had pictures with me). Funny how we now wish we knew then what we know now-hmmm, how some of us wish we could still look like we did back then, though I'm not one of them. BUT, I sure wish I could of just stayed the weight I was in 6th grade for all my life-things sure would of been swell!

Okay, gotta go, have a few things to do before I p/u the kids from school

See you tonight!

Debbie
194/122.5/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Just a quick note to wish everyone a great day and to tell you that I ate way too much starchy food yesterday. Here is my day:

Breakfast: One slice of spinach quiche and one slice of ww toast
Snack: 4 triscuits and 1 tlbs of cream chees
Lunch: One serving of baked spaghetti
Snack: 1 oz of peanuts
Dinner: One serving of baked spaghetti and 4 triscuits
Snack: One grapefruit

I didn't even have any veggies except what was in the quiche. Bad, Bad day.

Today so far:

Breakfast: 2 grapefruits (I know, I'm a pig)
Snack: 1/4 c of LF cottage cheese
Lunch: 1 ground round pattie on 1 slice of ww bread

Well, I ready to be critiqued (spelling) :^:

Till Later,

Sheann
287/278.5/150

Well today I'm doing better I think. I've resisted the birthday Cake and all the Keebler goodies that are in my house... (that's $15,000.00 worth of carbohydrates in that truck in my driveway ladies... talk about temptation!!! Not to mention.. Kelloggs owns Keebler now, so the truck not only has EL Fudge and all the other Keebler goodies... it has Nutri Grain bars and RICE KRISPY TREATS on it... You have nooooooooo idea how hard it is at my house to stay away!!!)
Today so far:
Breakfast - 1 egg with cheddar and some leftover chunks of chicken I made for dinner
Snack - 1 orange, and a handful of peanuts
Lunch - Leftover chicken with scrambled eggs

Tonight we're having pork stir fry without the rice for me.

Ugh this is soooooo hard... I want to snack all the time, but all the stuff I have is high fat.. I need to get some fresh veggies!!! Payday where are youuuuuuuuuu? LOL!!

TV Thanks for tuning me in to the board! You're right, it's a much closer group of people I think! Also I believe we're only about 5-10 miles apart... we'll have to do "legal" lunch one day!!! I'd love a buddy to SB with that's local!!!!!!

Another "unexpected" and unpaid vacation day! Used the time to do laundry, more laundry, more laundry. How can 3 people create so much laundry? I think I'm the culprit with all these disgusting workout clothes. Then had tennis this afternoon and kind of snoozed thru 4 sets. Can't seem to get my a$% IN GEAR. But I did create more dirty clothes!

I really need to find a new job, but this one is just so darn convenient when there is enough work to do. I just walk across the street. Can't get a better commute.

Welcome Stacey and Beth- you've found a great place.

Quilter-Hope your head is better. I want instant gratification too. I can't believe I've actually stuck to this for 6 months ( just realized it's 6 months today!). I know it takes time but I still stand in front of the scale/mirror and moan about how much there still is to do rather than focussing on the progress made.

Deb- WOW you are tiny! I can't imaging these ole bones ever fitting into a size 4. Course I couldn't imagine ever fitting into an 8 either, and they go on quite nicely now. But I still have to stop and think at the store, or I head for the XL's and size 14-16's. I guess it takes a while to re-orient. Emotionally, I'm still fat. Glad your dentist appt. went well. Mine's in 2 weeks.

TV- Hair sounds fun! I got mine cut REALLY short again yesterday and also keep wondering who the woman in the mirror is! Classy sounds good to me:D

Beth- You keep those little elves in YOUR driveway please. I have enough trouble with girls scouts knocking on the door these days! Really, that must be tough.

Zanne- The protein supplement I have is GNC "PRo-Performance Egg & Whey Protein". Ingredients are: whey protein concentrate, egg albumen,ion exchange whey protein isolate, crystaline fructose, and vanilla. Total sugar per serving is 3 gr. It is sweetened with stevia (a leaf derivative). I think it should be alright for you. I chose it over other cheaper ones because it didn't have a long list of unpronouncable chemicals and no maltodextrin or aspertame. I know the crystalline fructose is just sugar, but its real low on the ingredients list. I just find eating 6 meals of real food, especially that much protein fodd, is impossible. Good luck!

Hello to everyone else-VIV, BUSDEB where are you?

Oh-gotta go, school bus deposited ds, time for the homework arguments to begin! Waiting NOT patiently for self-motivation to kick in!

mel
175/139/130? SB since 7/24/01

OK... Color me thick headed (along with everywhere else ;) )

Rice: I can have brown rice as long as it isn't instant? Which means if I buy it in a bag.. and it's brown.. I can have it? Also is balsmati (*sp?) a brown rice, or a different animal altogether? What do I need to look for on the rice bag itself to determine legal?

Pasta: I can have whole wheat? Or is there a *Specific* phrasing I should look for? These labels have me CONFUZZLED!!! What EXACTLY should my pasta say to be legal... and what should it NOT say!

Bread: I found some SGWW bread... and I read the ingredients and it has High Fructose Corn Syrup and Molasses... surely that ain't legal!! Again... EXACTLY what words do I look for?

I'm sorry if I've made this harder than it should be... but I'm label ignorant (I'm working on it) and I just need to be able to go to the store and KNOW I'm getting something legal without worrying myself half to death and letting it rot before I eat it because I'm scared I bought the wrong thing.

Or if someone can give me some great BRAND NAMES of what I can buy... I'd be forever grateful. I'm new, and I'm learning... but I'm starting to get tempted by things I shouldn't have because I'm too confused to buy the things I CAN have.... HELPPPPP PLease :)

HiedieHo All!!!

By the time I ead the posts I have to stop sitting. I'm using a bedpillow on chair but still not what you would call comfortable. I am getting better and can feel a big difference. I soon will be able to be back doing what I like best, writing!!!!!

Glad to see some newcomers, WELCOME!!!! You old timers I'm thinking of you too!!!

A question for the exercisers out there. If I did too much straining on the ab machine and back machine at the gym, could that cause my hemorrhoid problem? Don't mean to gross anyone out!!!!! I got them right after the exercise day. I had no other change in habits or any constipation. They started me out with 50# weight, it did not seem all that hard. Hopefully Monday I'll be able to start again. My first day was my last, last week!!!

Takeke care Shirley.

P.S. Remember, I'm lurking!!!!!

EVENING EVERY BUDDY !!!! :D



MAN.....DO I FEEL LIKE A DORK!!!! I read my test results wrong! OR....should I say backward??? my reading before breakfast was 110....after two hours...it was 84 on a scale of 75-110
So...you can bet your bippy that I'm doing LAURIE'S happy dance tonight...
I didn't get any hormones...she gave me progesterone cream, and I have to use it morning and night. Hope I can remember to do it... :^:
I was down a pound, and she wants to see me in three monts...SO...it's time to start grillin and chillin!!

That's my report and I'm sticking to it!!!
I'm off to recline....

Got an email from MISSY and she said to tell everyone hello...She is still having computer problems and will be back on the board just as soon as she can...

Later

BOB

Hi ALL!! I have survived the week. At some points during this past week, I WAS doubtful that I'd make it till today. We have been sooooooo busy. It's been a mad-house. No lunch breaks, had to force myself to stop & take much needed BR breaks. Too heavy of a patient load for one person. But Thank the Lord I made it. I'm off till next week & I'm praying that they don't call me in to work before then.

OK, enough complaining. Sorry, just needed to get it off my chest. Thanks for listening. :D Maybe now I can kind of catch up with what's going on here on the board.

I see quiet a few new faces. Welcome all you newbees!! Couldn't have found a better home. Hope to get to know each of you.

Thanks everyone for all the greetings & the congrats for reach my goal. I'm afraid my glory was brief, cause I'm up a lb, but not fretting cause I'm still on a mission & plan to get below my goal to get a buffer zone. Someone (maybe Rhoo? Hi Rhoo! :) ) suggested a before & after pic. I'm hoping to do exactly that this week end. I have one (a before) hidden in the closet. :lol:

I haven't read much of the board except those posted to me after my last post, but did notice something being said about a get-together in March? And something last week about NC in Oct?? Fill me in please?

Beth, I just read your post full of questions. Trust me, we all had questions about all those things in the beginning of our journey too. I'll try to answer some of those.
Rice: I've never used the balsmati but I do buy the regular brown rice. No specific brand, it's just reg. brown rice. No instant.
Pasta: Hodgson Mill products are in most stores. Ingredients 100% Durum Whole Wheat Flour. There is a SugarBusters brand too, but HM is cheaper & exactly the same as SB brand. Hodgson Mills mades allot of other good products with WW also.
Bread: Look for Stone Ground Whole Wheat Breads, NOT enriched wheat. Also, Pumpernickle bread & sour dough bread is ok I understand due to the breakdown of it.

Hope that helps you some.

Well, it's been a long day, so I'll stop here & say good night cause I'm pooped! :dizzy: See you'll on the board tomorrow! :wave:

174/136/135

hello all,

had a fun night playing bunko last nite at my house. we are a group of 12 girls who have been playing once a month on wed for the past 12 years. most of us now have freshmen in college. I served lots of sb legal stuff and had alternative things for me to eat to match the stuff they had that i could not or would not eat. i did serve a bought cheesecake and found that most preferred deb's cheesecake, yum!

i gained another pound, i am still in a 3 pound plateau where i have stayed for the last few weeks. it is that time of the month and i am holding fluid as evidenced by my ankles at the end of a 10hr workday. my fasting blood sugars still continue to stabilize so that is a number i like better than the one on the scale.

quilter- a friend of mine is going to cincinnati in may to participate in the FLYING PIGS MARATHON. i wonder whereabouts they will be running. this could get you ready for wdw?

beth- i have found whole wheat pasta at wild oats and our grocery chain in fl. publix. one brand is hodgson mill, they make bowties, spaghetti, spirals etc. the key is to read the labels i prefer the exekiel bread found at health food stores and whole wheat tortillas found there too.

to everybody else a quick hello and hope all are having a great sb legal week.

BAD NEWS-my daughter has sold about 130 boxes of the dreaded GIRL SCOUT cookies, i will have them in my living room in a few weeks, HELP! right now i can say i do not want to eat them, but when they are here, oh dear! i will need more than someone on my shoulder i am afraid!

take care ,

chris

Sorry I have been so slack about posting this week. Tonight will be no exception either. :rolleyes: I have just been a bit busy this week. TOM is also wearing me out this week!

I will try to post in the morning. You guys are doing so great and having so much to say, I hate not to comment and be supportive.

I did want to post something to DEB about putting our weights at the end of posts. I think this is such a personal decision that should be left up to each member, no pressure. I realize your motive, but I think that there are enough of us who do post our numbers to motivate and make-up for those who have chosen not to post them. And Lord knows if people aren't motivated and inspired by the likes of you then there may not be any hope for them anyway! :lol: However, to put the weight on the board... well, for some it's just too embarrasing, maybe some are in denial, while others are just more private. I know you don't want to make others feel uncomfortable, but I am afraid that it will have that effect for a few. I know you didn't ask for a vote, and you aren't suggesting this is mandatory, but I would like to see us continue to keep the decision to post weights a personal one. Maybe typing "total pounds lost since (date)" would be easier for those who are sensative about their numbers. Thanks for listening! No hard feelings!

Peace,
FROG

I just read your Bio, and I wanted to say (first of all YAAAAAAY Another Alabama Girl!!) and secondly...
That NUMBER... is just that.. a NUMBER. It's not who you are, or what you look like. Weight is a NUMBER. Focus on FEELING good.. when you feel good, and your clothes fit like you want.. You're there!

That number doesn't spell Stacy.




((())) Keep up the good work!

Hi All

Deb - Size 4 pants? WOW. I usually buy the 70% Lindt chocolate although I haven't eaten much of it lately. Just once in a while I will have a couple of pieces. A friend of mine bought me some of the 80% Lindt a while ago and I found it rather gross, much too strong. I think I will stick to the 70. I'll have to check out that website again and see what they have there and if I can get some in the store. A game of badminton usually takes about 15-20 minutes - depending on how good your opponents are (also how good or not you are :D:) And some days I seem to put more effort into it and do more running around. Yesterday was a good day for me.

Melf - I will be visiting Disney World in March with my family and Deb is trying to arrange for a group of us to get together while I am there. I wish you could join us. Sorry to hear that you are having such a tough time at work. Is there a nursing shortage in your area or are they just trying to save money by giving you such a heavy patient load?

BOB - Glad to hear that your bs test results were ok after all.

Sef - I've never done any ab workouts - with our without weights - but I am sure that ab work with 50# weights could cause a haemorrhoid problem. It sounds like a hefty weight to be starting with and it must be a lot of strain on all of your muscles. Maybe you need to start more slowly.

Beth - Basmati is a long grain rice and you can get it in both brown and white. Both are legal on SB. Another rice that has an even lower gi is parboiled/converted rice. Any instant rices should be avoided. You should look for pastas that are made with whole wheat durum semolina but even regular pasta is acceptable if you cook it al dente. The shorter the cooking time the lower the gi. I've gotten used to the ww pasta though and now prefer it to the regular. There is an article on the FOOD INFORMATION BOARD about pasta if you care to check it out. Here's the link: http://64.119.161.199/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2365.

Mel - Congratulations on your SIX MONTH SB ANNIVERSARY. Just think when you are discouraged that you are more than two thirds toward goal.

Will be out all day tomorrow. Table tennis in the morning - probably will get most exercise bending down picking up the ball.:lol:. Afternoon badminton and I am going out to a movie in the evening. Planning on seeing GOSFORD PARK. I will be working the weekend so probably won't have much time to post but hope to have time to lurk while at work.

Bye for now.

Marie.
235/194/180?

The weather is definitely doing a Texas thing today. We went from 70 degrees yesterday to 39 this morning and are supposed to have a low of 29 tonight. We finally got some rain, which we needed, and some thunderstorms for excitement.

I had a long day listening to a software presentation, teaching my class and teaching a PowerPoint training class to teachers after school. I'm pooped tonight.

Welcome to all of you new SBers. You have found a place full of warmth and support. Ask all your questions and someone will answer them. My contribution: One of our local grocery stores carries a brand called Nature's Own that makes a sugarfree WW bread. It's really good. And I've found SugarBusters pistolettes at Wal Mart. It is hard finding bread made without some form of sugar.

Deb: Congrats on Michael's AP Euro success and I wish good luck on Lauren's audition for the school. You should be proud of your kiddos. And whoo-hoo on the size 4s. I'd be trying on every pair in the store and running around for everyone to notice.

Kim: You are so positive, thanks for your pick-me-ups. I'm not losing right now and it's really easy to start feeling sorry for myself. I'm staying OP, but just am not happy with my body right now.

I think I'll start focusing on successes. I was able to pass up 2 cakes brought into the teachers lounge this week. They were Coca Cola cakes, whatever that is. I just know they were chocolate. And everybody raved about them.

Mel: Thanks for the tip about the protein powder. I'll have to look for it. I need to up the protein without upping the fat intake and there's no way I can eat 6 meals a day with my schedule.

Bob: Hope things are better for you. Stay positive.

My eyes are heavy and my fingers aren't working, so I think it's time to turn this laptop off.

Hope everyone has a great TGIF!!!!!

Take care,
Jeanie
196/169/130

Good Morning Everyone!

Before I get to into this post let me say that I am NOT arguing with our Detox Dungoeness. Just stating my view and attempting to explain why people may be uncomfortable about complying with her request. That's all! :) Deb and I have the luxury of having met and she knows my communication style, intonation patterns and has a much better idea of how I would say this verbally. I doubt that she took this the wrong way and I hope she knows me better than that. No need for an uproar should anyone be feeling that way. ;)

Ok, now with that said...

Yesterday was a PMS nightmare for me. Knew I would start TOM Thurs of Fri. All the women in the office are also having TOM so we've all been wallering in the PMS pond together. I was having chocolate cravings to beat the band and finally gave-in in the afternoon and ate pack of peanut M&M's. :eek: It was rather unlike me, but I know that I need to get some legal treats for my desk!

Did go the gym the past 2 nights. Last night was a bust! As soon as I got on the bike I started my period big time! And of course I didn't have anything there in the way of hygeine products! :rolleyes: So needless to say I had to end my workout a bit early. Wed night I rushed through because I was meeting a former co-worker for some "cwah-fee tak" at 8:00. We ended up talking until after 11:00!!

Going to the hockey game tonight! Always a good time!

Miss Mary-Ca Kitty was spayed yesterday and will be coming home today. Luckily those ol' Tom cats have moved on. Hope that sweet kitty is doing ok! I ca get her after 10:00 this morning.

The Bargain Box marked those jeans to $2.50 yesterday so I went back and got some Express brand "goal jeans" in sizes 9/10 and 7/8. Yippee! If I'm not able to wear them by October I'll bring them to the beach and see if they will fit any of you guys. Deb and I have discussed a clothes exchange for that weekend. Any thoughts?

Speaking of the beach, plan to see my friend this weekend and hope to get some information from her regarding our dates! Promise to let y'all know as soon as I do! I just called her because I couldn't help myself. She is gonna check with her uncle and see.

My cough is much better. So much so that my pooch is finally coming back to snuggle with me in the mornings! :D

DEB - Size 4's! I'm not surprised! You are tiny! Al Roker is in Miami this morning. I was looking for ya. He was talking about the fact that it is already in the mid-70's there. It's 8:30 in the morning! How do you stand it? I would melt and honestly, I would probably never stop sweating! Good luck to Lauren. How are your new shoes working out for you? Glad to hear that you didn't have any cavities! Broward and Ole Ole will be sending out a search party for you and Eli. You have to go and visit them once in a while! Hey, could you talk to Michael's teachers about assigning homework on Tuesday nights that interfere with your chat time? I understand, but boy do I miss you at chat! Think I will take my pics to be developed today! Let me know how yours came out.

HAM - Enjoyed chatting with you Tuesday night. You sound as though you have an interesting job! What line of work are you in? Do you get to hon-nob often? Can we ALL come along?

BETH - I agree that the numbers are just that. I've never had a real problem with posting them, the first time I did put them up I was shocked, but it was very therapeutic. Just attempting to be supportive of those who are sensative about it. Yuo have a great resume! I had a cousin who was an EMT and an emergency room guy. He died a few years ago of oral cancer, but her LOVED his work immensely and was rumored to be very good at it. The Keebler truck would give me nightmares. Keep being strong!

JRED - Thunder in winter means snow in 10 days! We're having your weather too. Would like to see some more COLD weather before spring.

FILLISE - You're so busy! Sounds like your business is going well. Congrats!

HAPPY - Enjoyed chatting with you too. A pedicure sounds great. I'd like to have one too. I'm waiting for my toenail to grow back first though.

SOL - Great walking time girl! I asked DH about doing the race with Vince. Sounds like they need to talk about it and compare their times. I will say from my own experience it is difficult to walk and run at someone else's pace, but I think it would be great if they could. I will try to do to the 1/2 with you guys too, but we may find that we need to do it at our pace and meet up when/where we can. It would be easier if we could train together. We will have the opportunity to work-out together in October. The house has a great place for exercising.

TV - I'm getting my highlights tomorrow! I know what you mean about them bain shocking at first. It always takes me a few days to get used to them. I'm getting the same color that I currently have, but it still looks different to me.

NANCE - Way to go skinny-minny! I think I found what you lost!

BUSDEB - What did you think of the latest news story involving the PA bus driver! OMG! Could you imagine a driver doing such a thing? Unbelievable! How is April?

ZANNE - Hope you feel better. I love grape tomatoes too.

BIG KNIGHTS MAMA - GS Cookies! That's almost as bad as the Keebler truck! I hate this time of year when Edy's puts out an ice cream - Girl Scout Thin Mint. It is one of my favorites! Is this the first time your friend has done the Flying Pig? I have thought about doing this one some day. Have heard that it is not all that easy. Disney is actually one of the easier ones to do. Let me know if you've heard anything from your friend about that.

MEL - Body for Life... I have a few questions about this. Is it weight training? How often do you work out? I would love the basic info about this program. I would really like to tone up.

JMUIR - Good loss!

RHROO - Loved the name change for WIW. I felt that way this past fall. Hated seeing the numbers go up, even though my eating was OP and my activity level was over the top. Glad to have gotten of the meds and to see the scale going down again! Hang in there, it will for you too.

MUSIC - Great news that you are walking!

BOB - Was "That 80's Show" good? I wanted to see it but stayed too late at coffee.

ROSALIE - Thanks for the info on calcium and PMS. Am now considering talking to doctor about a calcium supplement. Thankfully I really am not a sufferer of PMS.

GATOR - Are you out there? Haven't seen you on the board lately. Hope all is well.

NASCAR - Looks like you're a morning exerciser. You will be so glad that you are this summer! Good for you!

QUILTER - You'll get in those jeans! Hang in there! Do you want me to get you some $2.50 goal jeans? :)

SEF - Your hemorrhoid could certainly have been aggrivated by the strain associated with lifting weights. I would suggest that you use your abdominal muscles to support your trunk and that you also put your quadriceps and glutes to work so that your booty can relax. I think that calling on your lower abdominals will help with your problem. I also think that you may want to lower your weights. You should meet with resistance but not have to strain. Good luck!

Well, I think I got to just about everyone! Gotta go get busy with my errands!

Peace,
FROG

AH, a sunny morning, a steaming cup of coffee, and a purring kitten curled up in my lap--what could make this morning better? Why a visit with my SB sisters, of course!:)

Yesterday was really hectic and eating was not 100% OP, but probably the best I could do. So I will just move on today.

I'm really ready for this banquet to be over with. I've got more than 300 people coming--almost every candidate who is running for anything as a Republican in the state of Alabama--and a hoard of media. The banquet is Monday night and I'm ready for it to be over with! Fortunatly I got to select the menu, so I made sure there are plenty of SB legal foods on the buffet table!

OH well, I'm gald to hear that everyone seems to be doing well--BOB way to go on those blood sugar numbers!

BigK--are you measuring yourself? One of the things I have discovered is that when I hit a plateau, I almost always continue to lose inches and weight redistributes itself on my body. Hang in there the scale WILL begin to go down again!

OK--time to get back to work!

Have a good day everyone!

Susan
300/238/150
July 10, 2000

Is that picture from the Orlando gathering?????:o

Susan

Good Morning to all,
I know you guys thought I had gotten lost again. TV did because she sent out an ABP for me. I am doing fine. I have been lurking some so I am not totally in the dark. I have not been OP for weeks now but feel that this week has been the turn around for me. I am also happy to say that even with being bad I am still at the same wieght as I was before I started with the cheating. Now I plan on moving my butt towards my goal. 33 pounds to goal and I can make it with all your help.

Deb.....wtg on the pants girl...I am sure my big butt will never see size 4's.....heck when I got married I wieghed 115 and I was perfect size 10 then. I bought a size 10 wedding dress and we did not have to do one thing to it. Right now I would be happy with a 12. One day and one day soon.

Frog......I could not believe my ears when I heard that this morning.....what was that guy thinking???? I told my DH that I didn''t like any of my kids well enough to travel 200 miles with them on the bus.....I want them off as soon as possible.:lol: I heard one little boy said they had fun...but I beat some of them were scared ...bless thier hearts. Did you hear what age the kids were? Also dear I understand what you are saying about posting the wieghts. I think it should be an individual decision also and I think that is what Deb was saying also. I bet she was saying it for the new ones who might not know to post that.

Beth....welcome dear....and where in Alabama are you and who is the other person from alabama you mentioned?

TV......I am hear dear so stop worrying about me....LOL We need to plan a day to meet so we can share some stories and pictures with our SB friends. Let's talk about that soon ok?

To all others hello and just say NO TO SUGAR!!!

Smiles,
Debbie :)

Trying to get a post together-thought I'd post this as part of our FRIDAY FUNNIES It's titled WHY YOU DON'T GIVE YOUR KIDS MARKERS!!!! I don't know who's kids these are, it was sent to me via e-mail and I think it's just making the e-mail trail today.

Well, it’s finally Friday and I nowhave time to get caught up with all of you. Boy, when you miss two evenings on this board, you miss a lot!!! Book club was good last night. We picked new books for March and April. My choice for March was The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver. And April’s is Five Fortunes by Beth Gutcheon. Anybody read either of these. I have read both of them and really liked them. Now I have to get busy finding my copies. I always loan books out and then forget who has them.

I’ve been doing pretty well with my eating the past couple of days. Today is the big test . . . being home most of the day by myself. For the past few months, these days have been “Kim’s Eat Everything She Sees” Days. And that’s what’s piled on this excess weight. After breakfast I am going to fix a big pot of herbal or green tea and then drink that all day. On working days I fix a thermos full of tea and drink it all through the day and it helps there. So why not here, too?

SOL---Your story of the 4.5 miles was cracking me up. First, Miss Flashdance. Then the prego lady kicking your butt. I hope your walkman isn’t permanently scarred. You must have really been pumping your arms. Good for you!!!!! Who cares about your time . . . just that you went so far is fantastic!!! I like they way you gave yourself a break, like if you felt tired at such a time, you’d stop. I do that on the TM. I say, get to 20 minutes and then you can stop. By the time I get to 20, I realize I have a little bit left in me and go further. It’s those head games that make it all work.

DEB---You are a sneaker buyin’ mama! You got some good stuff and they were on sale. Whew! I was starting to worry there for a bit. And so proud of you for donning the WHITE. They probably feel like they have an on/off switch for the brightness. LOL I am so with you on keeping the goodies that I can’t control OUT of the house. Every so often I get in a cookie baking mood and I had found one recipe in SBFL that was good. But Ijust can’t deal with a whole batch of cookies in this house. I would be making unnecessary trips out to the kitchen just to grab one more and one more. And before long, they’d be gone. My only snacking these days has been fruit. I’m trying to keep an extra generous/variety supply here at the house. Seems to be working okay. Good luck. One scone sounds so small, doesn’t it? Also, tell Lauren she’s getting a whole BUNCH of good thoughts and well wishes from up here in OH. I know she’ll do fine and with a prefession coach to give her extra tips!!! Wow, she’s got it made. Good luck. I hope she doesn’t get too nervous. One more thing . . . SIZE SIXES ARE TOO BIG?????? Girlfriend, you have just won the prize, the brass ring, the big time number one championship. You are officially a TEENY, TINY person and I will hear no argument from you. Got that? That’s so cool. I’ll bet you were absolutely BEAMING when you left that store. I would have been shouting it from the counter tops. I CAN WEAR A SIZE 4. THE SIXES ARE TOO BIG!!!! Grab that microphone from the cashier and give everybody a heads up. LOL Maybe it’s better if I don’t get that small. Wouldn’t want to cause a scene or get arrested just because my hiney got tiny.

Hey, HAM---welcome aboard. I wonderred if you’d show up here after Tuesday’s very talkative chat. Good to see that you did. And HAM, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. Just remember that when you’re asking, there’s probably 10 people (at the very least) who want to know the same thing, but were too shy to ask. So you are doing somebody else a favor. Hey, WTG on being strong against the tempting food at the party. That’s great!!! We are all here for you to get as healthy as possible. Remember that! And doesn’t it feel GREAT to share a victory with us???? I love that part.

BOB---Thanks for the tip on the pressure cooker. Sounds like the bigger is the way to go. Nothing sounds more fun to me than meeting you at the gym. Wouldn’t we have a riot together. We’d probably get an extra hard workout in because we’d be laughing so much. Our abs would be doing all the work!!! Come pick me up the next time you go!!!

FROG---Sounds like you handledl Spewer with dignity and grace. I knew you could do it. Your car sounds like heaven on 4 wheels. How fun for you and hubby. Enjoy the ride, hon!!!! Enjoyed the chat last night. We had a ton of people on that line. Also I want to let you know that I’m NOT feeling one bit UPROARIOUS. LOL I totally understood what you were saying and that you were saying it in love. You don’t have to worry about me. Everything is okay here. And I totally understand what you are saying. DEB knows that I’m not posting my weight right now. It’s just too much of an increase ove where I was last year. I’m not in denial. Believe you me, I keep those three digits in my head at all times. But I guess the vanity is getting to me and I just can’t bring myself to write it. Perhaps after I lose a few, then I’ll be able to come to terms with it. Thanks for understanding. So glad to hear Miss Kitten is now in charge of her life. Isn’t just typical of a man to “try to love ‘em and then leave ‘em.” LOL Of course, that doesn’t include our wonderful men in that generalization!!! I LOV the idea of a clothes exchange. Sounds super. BTW, don’t buy me anymore goal jeans. Half my closet is filled with them. Although that 2.50 price tag sure is tempting. LOL

MEL---Sounds like you are no longer a member of the clean plate club. Has the official mommy representative been by to pick up your membership card? LOL I’m with you on the toxic fume problem. I broke down and bought some Beano yesterday. So far it’s helped. Let’s hope I don’t get immuned to it. Hey, Happy 6th month SB anniversary. Way to go!!! That’s great! You stand in front of the mirror and moan? I stand in front of the mirror and tsk-tsk-tsk!!! It’s all the same. Let’s hope it keeps us on track.

RHROO---You can bet I did NOT (and won’t) be on this journey naked. EEE GADS!!!! Now there’s a thought to bring on some nightmares. I found another old pair of fat pants in the back of my closet. They looked awful, but it was a last resort. So maybe the humiliation of wearing STRETCH pants will keep me on track. LOL Just remember to stay on this board and do what you need to do and sooner or later, you’ll be back down to your skiniest weight. That’s what I’m banking on. Everyday that I post and have contact with all of you, is another day toward my goal. Another day to be healthy. Another day to live the good life. BTW, you make me smile too. Thanks!

BETH---Welcome and good luck. Those cravings can be nasty. I hope you make it through. Just remember how great you feel when you win out over a craving. Just kick it to the curb!

HAPPY---Glad to hear that BKM and I helped you out. We sure enjoyed ourselves. You are SOOO SMART to fix your lunch the night before. Man, I wish I could get my act together in that respect. I manage to get that done early about once every month and that’s it. And then every morning, I am cursing myself becasue I have to take the extra time to make two lunches. That adds an extra 10 minutes to the morning routine.

ROSALIE---Thanks for sharing the article about calcium and pms. I had just heard something about that earlier in the week. Did you notice where the study was done???

ZANNE---You are making me hungry for one of Deb’s smoothies. Looks like there’s more things to add to my grocery list today!!! Can’t wait. Thanks for the reminder.

TV---You’re a blonde now. I thought it was just going to be highlights. Sounds like the hairstylists had other ideas. Hope you like it. Your picture revelation hit home with me. I thought I was so fat when in high school and I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to be that weight right now. Funny how our perspective changes. Thanks for the kind words. You are sweet. Have a great weekend.

SHEANN---Girl, I’m no expert, but I seriously think you need some veggies in your daily food intake. Grab some of that bag lettuce from the grocery and give yourself a healthy helping of green leafy veggies. I used to hate making salads. But now I am a pro. I can whip them up in no time now that I have a routine. Just a suggestion. Also, I don’t use salad dressing anymore. I put a bunch of herbs and spices on the veggies. Then add a helping of lofat cottage cheese and stir it all up until it’s equally dispersed through. It serves as a salad dressing and the herbs give it a kick. I noticed that you’ve been eating cc, so I thought you might want another use for it.

SEF---So sorry to hear that your pain in the butt is still with you. Do you have a sits bath. My parents swear by that thing when the “going gets tough.” I hope your sitter gets better real soon. Sounds like you strained too much when doing the weights. I wouldn’t doubt it. Maybe the amount of weight was too high.

BKM---Another similarity . . . BUNKO. I grew up playing bunko at every wedding and baby shower for every cousin I ever had. I used to love it. Was just talking to an old neighbor who said she’s in a long standing bunko group. Sounds like so much fun. I forget the rules. Why don’t you come up and meet your friend for the Flying Pig. It starts at the Museum Center which was the old Union Terminal. Then it winds it’s way all around the city. We weren’t in town for it last year, but I’d really like to go down and cheer the runner on. I know a couple of friends who run in it every year. It’s a pretty big deal around here. Don’t I wish I was in that kind of shape. DH said he ordered GS cookies. I said keep the **** things at the office. I don’t envy you being surrounded by them. You’d better get yourself something extra special to substitue for those cookies.

JRED---Thanks for the tip on the Nature’s Own Bread. I’ve never heard about it. But will ask my friendly Krogers to try and get it. That’s great! I was eating the Pepperidge Farm SGWW bread, but I think it has a lot of sugar in it. Now I don’t eat any bread. I can’t believe I can actually say that. It used to be a staple of my life. I still LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it, but have really tried to take it out of my life. It took a while, but it’s gone. I can’t rememeber the last time I bought a loaf of bread. The loaves inthe freezer probably have freezer burn on them. I will occasionally buy the ww pitas. My big thing right now is tortillas. I eat them in stead of bread. But that’s still now as much as before. You are sweet to say such nice things. It’s my pleasure to talk to everybody on this board. I know what you mean about getting down when you’re not losing. I am the QUEEN of pity parties. And this last pity party brought on almost 20 pounds. So I’m being positive for myself as much as for all of you. If I get low . . . watch out . . . here comes the binging.

FILLISE---Good luck with your banquet! Sounds exciting. We could surely use your organizational skills here. Our non-profit have a couple of big events a year. And it’s always nice to have an expert help out. We are having a fundraiser on the 12th which is a corporate spelling bee. The big SB experts from Scripps (the people who do the national kids’ competition) are right here in town and they do all the officiating at ours. It’s a lot of fun. And the corporations have teams of three people. So they get to work together to spell the words. They really have fun. And boy do those words get difficult. I would be out in the first round. Also, I like your attitude about moving as quickly as possible away from a day that’s not 100% op. That sure beats the think about it and have it ruin a whole week mentality that I usually use. Ha!

Okay, well I think that’s about it. If I missed anyone, so sorry!!! I truly tried to hit each of you. Listen, everybody let’s just really have great weekends. When we post on Monday morning, let’s each try to have one really great victory that we can share with everybody. How does that sound? I know that would be awesome motivation for me.

Take care, you all.
Kim

Good Morning all!!!!:wave:

It looks like everyone is doing great this week. I haven't, I cheated day before yesterday. :mad: I had a craving for a chili cheese dog with fries and I'm afraid I ate it. There I said it. Makes me feel better for saying it, its in the open and I admitted it. I'm not perfect but I don't want to do that again. This pregnancy is making me crave stuff I haven't craved for a long time. But I did lose another lb in spite of the cheat.:D The doctor said to keep eating the way I am its great he said. I love it and wouldn't want to eat any other way. I'm 8 weeks pregnant and am due the last week of August or the first 3 days of Sept. I am having a C-section because thats how my 4 yr old daughter was delivered and I don't want to take a chance on anything ruputering. They did a sona-gram and we got to see the baby's heartbeat. The baby looks just like a tiny peanut right now. :lol: The doctor said I got preg around the 6th of Dec. My TOM had ended the 4th of Dec. That didn't take long huh.:lol: I am having a little trouble eating cooked veggies tho. Just thinking about eating a cooked veggie makes me feel ill, they have to be in a salad or have cheese on them. Well enough about that.

Welcome to the newbies this is a great board and a great WOE.

Melf congrats on reaching goal. Keep on keepin on!

Deb congrats on the pants size great work!!!!!!!

Lizery it was great to see your post. So glad to see you back we've missed you. Congrats on the weight loss.

To everyone else I didn't get to have a great beautiful day!!!!!:angel:

Started SB July 1, 2001
265/205/155 Have lost 60 lbs so far!!!!!!!!:D

:wave:

Good Friday Morning Everyone:wave:

I am pooped and woke up pooped, so I was too pooped to pound the pavement today-hence, no walk/jog. I know it's going to be a crappy day, started off with this tired feeling and then ate a scone (last one in the freezer and won't be buying them in bulk any more). Just had a pb&j sandwich (1piece of bread, not that that helps really) AND I made a cheesecake that I just took out of the oven. Have not a clue what's gotten in to me today, but I'm sure I'll be *****ing come tomorrow!

I was up late last night, one of the reasons I think I'm tired today. I stayed at Toms later than I thought I would with Lauren last night. I haven't seen him in a few years, def. not since I started SB. I've known Tom since 7th grade (remember, I'm now 40, he's 41), so it's a long time that he's known me, as well as known me at all my different weights. He was shocked at the way I looked-good shocked. I was shocked at the way he looked too-but the opposite. He was always very scrawny and skinny when we were growing up-NOT ANY MORE. What a shocker for me to see him-now I can understand how people felt when they saw me when I got up to almost 300lbs. Either way, I love him-he's such a sweetheart and has a heart of gold. Lauren was in awe of him and some of the pictures on his wall at his home-his Dad was very well known-he has pictures of his Dad with JFK, 4 days before he was assasinated, pic with Dad & Nixon and one with Dad and Carter. Tom's pictures include ones with Burt Reynolds and the guy who played FONZIE, gosh, can't remember his real name. Anyhow, around 9:30pm I finally left and was going to have Mom pick Lauren up from Tom's (they live 1 block away), Mom said they didn't get out of there until almost midnight. I haven't heard from Lauren yet, she's still alseep it seems. He really is a talented guy and I feel Lauren is going to learn a lot from him that will hopefully help come Monday at her audition. He wants to work with her again sometime this weekend-so I'll be running some point during the weekend over there.

I was sooo pissed last night! Michael's Dad was suppose to pick him up at the movies between 10-10:15pm last night. At 11:05pm I get a call, it's Michael telling me that no one came to pick him up!:mad: I call his fathers house and he's home-well, I must of raised my voice ten-fold and screamed ever explative I could bring my brain to think of being half asleep on the couch-HE FORGOT TO PICK UP MICHAEL! The steam coming out of my ears pushed me to the car and go pick him up-I felt so bad for the kid. He was sitting there for 1 1/2 hours, all stores are closed and he couldn't get change to call me-finally someone gave him the 50 cents he needed to call me. We've now explained that he can call 1-800-call-ATT and phone home collect if he doesn't have the money-and his Father-well, that's a whole other issue. Honestly, he's a good father, but there are those times that he has his head up his *** and last night was surely one of them!

Kids are off from school today. Thinking about taking them out to lunch and going to see the movie I AM SAM-looks so good! Have to p/u my cases of agave syrup too, so probably will be heading up to Broward. Also, have to get to KMART today and p/u the pictures so I can get some from Orlando posted!

QUICKIE-FILLISE! Yes, that's from Orlando, I'm not in the picture, I was doing my queenly DETOX DUNGEON EXERCISE YELLS at the gals to get them moving!! LOL!!

Ummm, I've gotta get in the shower, didn't realize how late it was already, Moms on her way bringing Lauren home from her sleeping there-got to get Michael up too. Will try to reply to all later!

Have a great day, and a fabulous weekend!!

Debbie
194/123/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Hi Y'all! I used to be excited when Fridays came around, now I just sigh. I'm working at the restaurant all weekend long, and I'm afraid it will really be a test. It's a pasta restaurant and we serve this really good bread. It's sooo tempting to snack on. That and the croutons were always my downfall. I'll just have to stay out of the kitchen unless I HAVE to be in there!

My grocery store sells lots of SB brand products, including their yogurt. Most of it's really good, but stay away from the Key Lime Pie Yogurt! It's disgusting!!

Emotional eating has always been a problem for me, and I've been so depressed the past few days (poor college student syndrome) that I'm eating like crazy. I guess the only good thing about it is that instead of reaching for oreos, I go for the sugar free cookies in my cupboard or an orange. Baby steps...

Mardi Gras season is just around the corner here, and I'm only going to one ball this year. I decided to wear a dress that I already own, but I've been too chicken to try any of them on to see if they still fit! So that's one of my goals for the weekend. Wish me luck!

Beth - Thanks for the encouragement! That really means a lot! There seem to be a few Alabama girls around here. Deb's right, we should get together some time!

Marie - I'm dying to see Gosford Park! Let us know how it is!

BKM - Just remember, Thin Mints are the devil! The Tagalongs were always my favorite. Although, I really think I ate more than I sold back in my day...

Frog - Sure! You can meet all the famous people! There aren't that many these days (and they aren't that famous!), but y'all can all come along! I work in media relations/marketing and promotions for a radio station now, and I'm also the media director for a music festival (called Bayfest). So, whenever famous people are around, and local media want to interview them, they go through me, and I set it all up. I've been lucky enough to meet lots of great people doing this (though most of them are rock and country stars). At the premier last week, I actually ended up talking to Nick from the band OTown (If you've never heard of them, ask a teenager) for about 30 minutes about SB. He mentioned that he tried to stay away from white bread, etc and I started briefly explaining SB, and he wanted to know all about it. Who knows, maybe we'll have a famous SBer before too long!

Busdeb - I'm the other Alabama girl. I'm from Mobile.

Quilter - Thanks! I'm sure I'll have tons and tons of questions! And you're right, sharing the victory is definitely the best part!

Deb - Size 4? Wow. And I mean wow. Good luck to Lauren! I'm sure she'll do great! And good luck to your son, too (sorry I don't remember his name). I did IB in high school (the first IB class in AL), and it definitely was NOT easy. It helped me prepare for college and get some great scholarships. I went to a snobby private college before I transferred home to South Alabama, and neither was as hard as IB. It will definitely prepare him for success.

Fillise - 300 AL Republicans?? In one place? That sounds like the start to a bad lawyer joke. What do you do? What's the banquet for? Is it a Windom thing? I'm sure it will all go off without a hitch. Then you can rest on Tuesday! Good luck!

To everybody else - Thanks for the support! Keep it legal!

Stacy

TGIF!!!!!

I am so ready for the weekend.
My doctor appointments went really great. My weight was done and insulin is down to 12.5, the testoerone is still high at 64, which is within range for a woman, but on the high side! I am so excited about the insulin!!!! It was a 90 when I stared taking Glucophage back 2 yrs ago!!!!!
So BIG improvement. The doctor was excited about the numbers too.

I have tried to catch up on all the posting I was beginning to go a little cross eyed :dizzy: , So I thought I would just say hello to all! I read that some of you are doing great, that is good to see! It makes me want to be and do better.

I have not lost anymore weight, but I think it is because I am not getting enough calories. I am so afraid to eat too much, I try to eat the right things, which is not too hard anymore.
I have uped my protien intake a little because I noticed that I was not eating alot of it, I was staying mainly with fruits, fresh veggies and Veggie Slice (cheese substitute, which has no protein) and Ezeikel grain bread.
I am working out atleast 3xs a wk.
I am going shopping on Saturday, so I will try to get a lot of easy and fast meal ideas that I can make in a few minutes, so I can have both lunch and dinner at work. I work from 1030a till 7p. I feel that it is too late to eat after 7p. I work out when I get home, and then eat after that, its 9pm. I go to bed shortly after that! Defeating my whole purpose.

Enough of that!
Anyway- I must get back to work
Thanks for listening

Pravda
262/254/125
mini goal-aug 13 190

Hey DEB! I was mozying around and tried to get to the photo board by using the link on the first page of the weekly support board. Everytime I click on the link, it takes me to the weigh in board. Has this happened for anybody else? Just wondering.

Kim

Released back to work on Wednesday, I'm a bit on the tired side, but returning to normal. My first day back on SB will be on Monday, as I am finding that after being on full liquids for 20 days, I yearn to eat anything I can get my hands on (well almost) and a good grocery shopping is due. During my oral surgeries, yes - multiple, I went from my high of 168 on Jan. 1st to 158. This morning I was 160, but that is expected as I can actually chew now.

I haven't the opportunity to begin to try to catch up on the last month of posts, if anyone would like to give me a brief summary, that would be terrific! Did Nance every reappear? So I will jump back in on Monday with all of you.

Many blessings and love to all my friends here...until Monday, your friend - Lara

TGIF -

I'm usually home on Fridays, however I didn't get much accomplished. BUT, I did get a cable modem installed today and what a difference! Before, I would sit and play spider solitare while pages loaded or I did a search. Not anymore! I think I'm going to love it. I actually got addicted to spider - what a time waster!

Not much going on here, trying to stay OP. Really need to work on the water and I still haven't got my exercise mindset going. My Joyce Vedral book came yesterday, so I will have to start looking at that. It's a beautiful day here - 48 degrees!!!!! It's supposed to be in the 50's this weekend, but back down into the 20's by Wed. or Thurs. This is the strangest weather. I feel like opening the windows to get the fresh air in - in JANUARY!

I think I'm going to have to carry all of you on my shoulder this weekend to keep the no-nos out of my mouth! We are celebrating my mother's 83rd birthday on Sunday - just cake and ice cream. For anyone who is Norwegian, I'm also taking lefse as a treat. It's made from potatoes, flour and butter and served with butter and sugar spread over it. A definite SB nightmare! I don't like it as much when it's not right off the gridle, so I probably wouldn't have any problems with that, but the cake and ice cream will be screaming my name. It will be at my DB's home and my DSIL is heavy too. So I think that will help me rise above the temptation of the sugar. So I hope you are all up to the challenge to keep me legal!

DS has a basketball game tonight, so we won't be around. I'll try to check in this weekend, and it will really be a lot quicker now to take a peek and see how everyone is doing.

Catch you all later!

Karen

I'm so glad it's Friday. I woke up at 10 am & couldn't believe I had slept so late. I almost missed my chiropractor appointment. Now I'm all cracked up :lol:

Kim Yes, I clicked on that site for the photo page on the first page of this week's post & it brought up the weekly weigh-in board. Here's the link. http://64.119.161.199/forum/showthread.php?threadid=7954&pagenumber=3

Check out the photo board cause I posted a before & after picture on it just now. I had this picture in my closet (the before one). Even my family had not seen it cause I looked so fat that I couldn't bare to put it in a frame :o Anyway, it was taken Oct 1997, almost a year before I started SB which was Sept 98 at 193 lbs. The second one isn't a very clear one, but is the last pic I have which was taken Oct 2001, 4years & 55 lbs thinner I have since last another 5 lbs.

Here are a few things I have been thinking about concerning reasons I feel better about myself today than before SB.

1. My waist size then is my hip size now. I have a record of my measurments to prove it. A lose of 8" in each.
2. I like the feeling of being able to bend over at the waist, tie my shoes & not feel out of breath.
3. I love how dh keeps calling me his "skinny" wife.
4. I love the fact that I can try on clothes in my closet that were too small & now are too big. That means I need to clear out more & buy new ones! I couldn't wear a size 18 jeans anymore & now in an 8 which have plenty room.
5. I love the way I feel now compared to the depressed state I was in then. It's done alot for my mood swings & my poor self image.
6. I love tell people HOW I lost the weight when they ask. I encourage them to try SB WOE.

Well, I guess I've said enough. Hope all of you are having a good day. Will try to read some of the posts now. See ya! :wave:

Hi,

I've been on SB for almost a month now and have lost around 15 pounds so far. :) I just wanted to introduce myself, and hopefully I can get to know all of you. Anyway, I hope to post a bio in the near future, but until then I can give you some basic info. I'm a 27 year-old male, and I live in Phoenix, Arizona. My current weight loss stats are: 224/209/160. I look forward to contributing here, and I find many of your posts to be inspirational. :)

My gosh Melf, I don't think I'd have recognized you as the same person from those pictures! What a great job you've done. And I couldn't agree more with EVERYTHING you said about how different you feel today. I'm not at goal yet according to the scale but I already feel that way too. Congratulations again!:D

Hello Lara- That doesn't sound like a pleasant way to lose weight, but at least its over with. Can you or the doc's tell if it was sucessful this time? Hope your felling better soon and able to chew all sorts of LEGAL foods.

Welcome Darasmus- I think I've seen your posts on the sweettalk board.

Pravda- Congrats on the numbers at the doc appt. Even if the pounds aren't coming off yet, this must be a much healthier lifestyle for you! Don't worry, the pounds and inches will follow.

Hamsm- YOU WORK AT A PASTA RESTAURANT???? good grief girl, that must be tough. You and our Keebler elf certainly live with temptation!

Deb- I could feel the steam coming out your ears from here. That must have been infuriating with Michael. Glad he was fine, if a bit lonely. Tell Lauren break a leg, and what is an IB school?

Frog- BFL is a VERY structured eating and workout plan with cardio 3x per week, and lifting 3x. I'm staying SB legal, which is not hard, but having troubles staying away from my old cardio habits which apparently burn muscle. One of the reasons I started it was to get some control over my endless running, walking, treadmilling, st. bike, and lifting. I tend to go overboard and get way too compulsive about things, and I guess I transfered my compulsive eating habits to compulsive workouts. This put limits on it for me, otherwise I would just keep going til my body completely fell apart. Also, just a change is nice, different challenges. There are quite a few web-sites if you do a search, but the book (of course) is the only real explanation of the whole thing. I happen to really enjoy weightlifting, and want defined muscles, otherwise I wouldn't do it. Email me if you want more info.

Fillise- You are one busy lady!:D A roomful of 300 Republicans sure sounds like business opportunities for you! Hope the banquet food isn't too dreadful.

Bob- Glad your #'s got straightened out. Did they improve or was the doctor dyslexic?

Gotta go, it's been a long day. Actually worked this morning, then lifted at the gym, then picked up Andrew from school, went to tennis, then a Bingo night fundraiser at his school. Fun. Hew won a can opener in a raffle. Somewhere in there I hit the grocery store, did a few loads of laundrey and walked the dog who was very grateful.

mel

Hello everyone!

First of all I would like to welcome all of the newbies. Everyone here is so motivational, inspirational, helpful..... You made the right choice by coming here.

OK now I have to confess my sins today. I went to South Bend, IN with my son for the day with my 2 grandchildren. On the way back the kids were getting hungry and so my son pulls in to a Wendy's. Well, I don't know where my head was. I could have ordered a salad. No not me. I ordered a hamburger, diet coke and ate a few of my grandsons fries. But, on the way home, I was punished by feeling very nauseated. I WILL NEVER DO THAT AGAIN!!!! At least not for a very long time, if ever.

Quilter: You're right. I do need to add veggies. Probably some fruit too. I like the idea you gave me about putting some cottage cheese in with my salad instead of salad dressing. It sounds much yummier than some of the salad dressings out there. I will definitely do that on my salad I plan on tomorrow.

I have a question about regular pasta and ww pasta. Someone mentioned that we could have regular pasta if it was cooked al dente. I am having problems with eating a lot of wheat and wondered if regular pasta would be ok. Also, I think someone mentioned that we could eat rye bread. Is that correct?

I am sorry that I have not responded to everyone. It has been a very long day and I am so pooped. I will try to tomorrow. Have a good night.

Sheann
287/278.5/150

HI, it's me, I am still here.
It is has been a long time (several weeks at least) since I have posted, but I have been still reading the posts every day or so. I have been so busy that time flies and I am running here and there and there never seems to be enough hours in the day. I know that every one has days like this, so I better learn how to budget my time so that I can fir it all in.
I am so encouraged with how wonderful everyone is doing, and even if the weight isn't going down, then motivation and support is still there. I really miss that and find that I have tended to slip more when I am not "here". I really miss you gals.
Things here, like I said have been crazy, but I wanted to share a little of it, cause it proves how things are changing for me now that I have lost some weight. I have been alone since 93 when my husband died(he was only 42, and I was 35.) I found food my companion and best friend and it finallly started taking its toll, any way I start SB and did well, find my self and slef confidence. Well last fall I started browsing one of those dating sites, and never found anything great on it. Then again before Chrstimas I started writing to a couple of guys, and they wrote bacK!!!! Well, last SUnday I - yes - me-- went out on a date!!!! Boy what a weird feeling, but it was great (and please don't worry we went to a very public place---a monster truck show with his son, and I had given my girlfriend his cell phone number, ect. ) ANy way we have been writing all week and he is talking about getting together this weekend. It is such a nice feeling and a great motivator. Of course I also have to fight the rejection feeling when I don't get mail each day, but i can do this. So I am getting out in the world, with what is going on with the changes in my body. All because I decided to lose weight and I was able to do it with SB.

I am sorry tht I got wordy, but I want to welcome that newbies, and say make some room on the wagon for me, I want to get the weight moving again.

I will be around over the weekend. Have a pleasant Saturday.
Laurie
350/264/170
sb since 10/27/00

Well I took a trip to the Health Food store because I needed some lavendar oil and vitamin c and zinc, and while I was there.. I looked around at the foods.

I bought a few things and I'd like to be sure I did ok...

I got:
1 bag arrowhead mills stone ground whole wheat flour
1 container low carb bread machine mix (has 2 carbs a slice)
1 small box basmati rice the white kind
1 bottle fruit sweetned ketchup
1 jar natural peanut butter
1 jar strawberry polaner all fruit
and a few treats:
1 container of Biscotti made with Spelt Flour... it's sugar free and has 9 carbs Zero of which are sugar...
2 Atkins Advantage Meal Chocolate bars ( I rarely do breakfast on weekends, so they will be a meal on the go.. 250 calories, 36% of daily protein)
1 Carbolite Dark Chocolate Bar (because I ADORE dark chocolate, it's the only kind of chocolate I ever eat)
1 bag of Go Lightly Mint Chocolate hard candy (uses Splenda)
1 bag of Go Lightly Tootsie Roll Things (splenda again)

I have some Splenda packets, and I put it in my herbal tea... I like it. Only took one pack to make the drink taste sweet enough for me, and no bad tummy after affects.


Sorry this was so long... how does my list look? Most important, now that I actually OWN wheat flour (if it's legal) what the heck do I do with it???? LOL!!!!!


Oh and one more thing... is caffiene a no no? I like Diet Dr Pepper once in a while and I can't find it in Caffiene Free around here. Just wondered, some people have told me just Diet is fine, some said no caffiene.

I do drink a LOT of water a day, this is just for occasionally.. maybe once a day or even less.

Thanks a Million.. you guys are the best :)

I meant to ask one more thing...

I swear I feel like my clothes are getting tighter. I don't have a scale, so I can't be sure... maybe the dryer just shrank them more... but my jeans today are a little snug, and it's not close to PMS time, and I'm drinking a lot of water, so I'm pretty sure it's not swelling.

I'm getting a little worried/frustrated.


Any ideas?


Oh yeah.. and if anyone knows how to rid my mind of constant dreams of mashed potatoes... please tell me!!! I swear I don't wanna go the rest of my life and never eat a serving of good old country mashed-with-the-skin-on taters. I miss them :(

Good Saturday Morning Everyone:wave:

Just a quickie to say howdy-on my way out the door to hit some garage sales-will most definitely be back on later to reply to everyone-my fingers are going to be getting their exercise today, for sure!!!:D

Toodles

Deb

Good morning ladies!
Woo I've been busy the last few days and had to catch up on the posts! It's amazing how far behind you can get!

welcome to all the newbies! This is a great group to be a part of:)
Well keeping the walking up so that's a plus and getting the water in at least better than before. I find if I don't get enough I crave it:o
Have not found the agave yet really want to try some of those recipes. The one and only HFS here had no idea what it was so the lady is checking in to see if she can locate some. Bought some stevia in pkts to try.

Merlis - How do you get your pooch to walk with you and not stop every few secs to sniffy or potty? I tried walking Buffey and she wants to stop and "address" her teritory! :lol: I may have to leave her at home. Of course she could use some exercise.

Deb - size 4? Congrads!!! You are my inspiration!! I don't think I'll ever get that tiny, but I'd be happy with the 10's in my closet!

Frog - Pants for $2.50! That is such a deal! I love bargins!! You will be in those by October! Keep positive! I'm sure kitty will be fine. Yuri was declawed and netured at the same time and when I picked him up, he was his same ole self. Didn't slow him down!

TV - congrads on the new job. Are you still in the same field of work just a better clinic?

Bob - keep your chin up that sugar level will drop! You are a hoot I hope to meet you some day! Love the cartoons you put on the board they crack me up!

Well better get going. Gonna try and make a flower bed today! It is suppose to be nice here around 60.

Have a great weekend!


:cool:

LADIES -

I HAD to pop on quickly to explain my absence. I have been busier unemployed than employed. All my time on the computer has been job hunt related, I've been trying to walk outside for an hour a day, and I have been Ebaying myself to pieces. Have also been negotiating my separation agreement and decided not to sign it. I feel like for what he's asking, it's blackmail. He should have paid me unconditional severance after all I have done for him.

So, my apologies. I have several interviews next week (nothing too exciting, but you never know). I have been trying to stay OP but having some slip ups. I am networking myself to the end of the earth and hopefully something will come of it sooner than later.

DEB - KImmi told me via email about your Size 6 experience! How incredible you must feel! I am so proud of you, an inspiration to all!!!

Now i gotta run again, hockey all weekend.....at least it's fun!

More hopefully soon, I am so sorry!

viv:dizzy:

Nascar Girl,

I had a difficult time finding agave in Phoenix. :( I ended up having to order some online, and it took 8-10 days to get here. I love it! I use it in smoothies and my coffee. Anyway, you can order some from the "mead & cider" section of St. Pats brewery supply. I ordered a 6 pound pail. Here is the website if you are interested:

http://www.stpats.com/index.htm

Daramus

224/209/160

I just checked out st. pats and they are all sold out of agave! I guess I was lucky to get some while I did. Oh well... :(

Good Morning! Just a quickie before I hit the shower. Got in my Sprints and intervals minus the dog this morning, I don't think I can train her to do that. She can gallop all out far longer than I can, and doesn't want to stop once she gets started. Then I retrieved her much to her relief and we did our usual 3 miles of walking. I have a day off from lifting, so that's it for today!

Nascar and Darasmus- Frankferd Farms still has agave, I got a case of light cucamanga brand last week. Do a search for their website- I think it's frankferdfarm.com, but not positive. They are in Western Pa, so the shipping may be high for you, but as of last week, they did have it.

Nascar- Cleo and I walk or jog in the road, on the right hand side, so that when she is on my left, she can't get to the grass, woods, etc. I also use a prong chain, which I've only had to pull on once or twice in 7 years, but she knows it's there, and behaves super! I got smug about it a few months ago a tried to walk her with a flat collar and she knew it and was all over the place. At first when the teacher in the doggie training classes suggested the prong chain, I thought it was horribly cruel and didn't want to use it, but it really is much more humane than yanking constantly on the dog, using a choke chain, or not exercising them at all. There was a study mentioned in "Dog Fancy" mag a month or so back that had been done in England on autopsied animals which showed that the least amount of tissue damage was on dogs that had been routinely walked on prong chains rather than any other kind. Also, remember my dog is 65 pounds and training was a necessity. We went through about 5 sessions of obedience and a couple of agility training courses. You can't just pick up a 65 pound dog if they are bothering someone!

Beth- Sounds like you had a good trip to the HFS. Just one word of caution- I'd use those SF candies and chocolate very sparingly. You won't get over the cravings if you use a lot of artificial sweeteners, and some people find it stalls their weightloss. Other get stomach/intestinal problems from them. LOL about the flour- I've made an almond carob bar with it (recipe on the back of "sunspire" unsweetener carob chips). Very good for an ocassional treat. I wrap them individual in saran wrap and freeze them so I don't eat them all at once:lol: As for tighter clothes, are you exercising ? My jeans seem tighter the day after I lift. Also in mid-cycle(TOM).

Viv- sounds like your life is crazy as usual. Good luck on the job search next week. Network! Network!

Frog- You are the bargain Queen! What did your friend say about November? I like the clothing exchange idea. I just hope by October or November I won't need the bigger sizes again:o . I know I posted this to you on one of those disappearing post days, and its a little late now, but I read an article saying that glutamine supplements were being used to prevent post-marathon upper-respiratory infections with some sucess. Maybe next time? Hope kitty is fine.

Outa here,

mel

Woohoo!! Another SB-legal day! Well, I survived the restaurant last night. After 8 hours of serving delicious pastas and gourmet pizzas, I was starving! So, after we closed, my manager went in the kitchen and fixed me the biggest, most delicious grilled chicken salad I've ever eaten! I haven't gotten into a good walking routine yet (because it hurts my back soo bad right now!), but I borrowed one of those pedometer things from a friend, and wore it at work last night. Over the course of that 8 hour shift, I walked/ran :) over 6 miles! Unfortunately, I have the blisters to remind me!
I hope everyone's having a great weekend! I'm off to shower and then back to the restaurant for what will hopefully be a slow Saturday lunch shift.
Just so y'all know (because I really think people don't know this), servers make $2.13 an hour. And they tax that. A lot. Our income is dependent on our tips. So next time you're out, tip your waitress. :) We appreciate it more than you know!

Stacy

This will be quick as my basketball game comeon in 5 or so minutes. But the day always seems to go a bit better if I come here and spend some time with my SB friends!

It looks like the board was busy yesterday and this morning!

Welcome to our newcomers! You've found a great and supportive site.

I made blueberry muffins this morning and they were tasty. I made enough to have some a couple more mornings this week. For those of you interested in the recipe it is on the August recipe board! Muffins are one of the things I miss most. Actually, one of the very few things I really miss at all.

I'm going to be printing donor cards for the banquet while I have the ball game on. I have to do 350 (total attending is now up to 322). Then I get to work on the seating charts. I think If I work all afternoon, I'm going to treat myself to a movie. Perhaps the Royal Tannenbaums. I'll let you know if I actually get to see it!

Got to go--time for the ball game.

Susan
300/238/150
July 10, 2000

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!! :dizzy:


Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend...I went to the film festival that is held here yearly..We saw THE DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND...the storey of AMISH CHILDREN and how they have to grow up. They are "set free" at age 16 and have until they "find themselves" to decide whether or not to join the church and be Baptized. There was actually part of the documentary that was shot here in Sarasota. If you see it at your movie rental place, you won't be sorry if you get it..

BETH...I had to laugh when I read about your candy...GO LIGHTLY is the name of the stuff we give out patients at the hospital who have to "clean out" before surgery....so BE CAREFUL when you eat that stuff....

VIV...Girl you are just as busy or MAYBE MORE than before you were unemployed! You're going to have to go back to work just to get some rest!!!

SUSAN....How can you keep focused to do those cards during a ballgame? Did you get to see the two football games this afternoon? I got home to see the ending of one and then the SR BOWL...Tickle little Belle for me...

LAURIE...Good to hear from you...WAY TO GO on having the nerve to do the computer dating thingy...We have still got to get together...Keep up posted on your new social life!!!

MEL...I sure hope the numbers are straight...wouldn't that be something...if the DR got them mixed up and I was right all along??? I'll have to ask one of the nurses at the hospital to read my results for me...now I'm curious!!!

NASCAR....You know...next time I'm in Atlanta at my cousins, I need to give you a call so we can get together...Now, don't ask me when that will be, but I'll let you know...

OK...WHERE IS THE FEARLESS LEADER????? DEB???? ARE YOU THERE????

HAM...Don't you worry...I always tip...Glad you could join us..


OK GALS...I'M OFF TO LURK IN OTHER PLACES....I'LL CHECK IN LATER!!!


BOB

Hey All:wave:

Well, I've warmed up the fingers and I'm ready to type-gosh knows when I'll get this all done, but at least I'm ready to rock-n-roll!

Not much at the garage sales today-just a few items, didn't spend much at all-it has it's good and bad I guess.

I had what I'd consider a RUDE AWAKENING I think deep down I knew, but not until I saw it in black and white did it wake me up. I'll explain...

You all know I have no willpower when it comes to SB LEGAL DESSERTS. Yesterday, I made the CRUSTLESS CHEESECAKE recipe of mine and ate a bit over 3/4 of the cake. I knew even before I made it I was setting myself up for BIG TROUBLE. I know how I am and just knew I was going to eat more than what would be considered a serving-and of course, I did just that. We won't talk about the other food I had during the day, but as I mentioned, I started the day out with a scone (and it was the last one I'll be buying, as you'll find out as you read on). Anyhow, last night, I got an e-mail from WHOLE FOODS with the nutritional information for the scones-I wish this info would of come a few weeks ago when I discovered them! Each 3.8oz scone has 330 calories:eek: 17 grams of fat:eek: 10 of those saturdated:eek: 37 carbs:eek: (only good thing about them was the 1gr. of sugar) I knew deep down inside that they had to have higher calories and fats than something I would personally make, but never imagined this bad. I found myself on some days eating 3 of them, if that was the only thing I ate during the day I'd of still gone over my fat grams by 19grams! Well, this was certainly an eye-opener for me-but the damage from all of the ones I had already consumed was done. Maybe this is one of the reasons I'd been feeling funky (and farty too). THEN, last night, I made another CHEESECAKE cause the family was pissed at me that I ate the other one. Luckily, I made it late last night where it had to sit overnight in the fridge to set (otherwise, gosh knows I would of probably attacked this one as well) AND, I had weighed the information I got about the scones heavily in my mind. This morning, I figured out just how many calories/fats/carbs, etc was in the entire cake and what it would come out to be per serving if I divided the cake up in 8 portions. Once again, and eye-opener, each 2.9oz slice has 210 calories, 14 grams of fat, carbs and protein are okay. BUT, just thinking about what I ate in the way of fats yesterday got me sick (wish the cake would of done that to me).

With having the information of both of these foods, I sat down and wondered WHAT THE HECK HAVE YOU BEEN DOING???? I know eating a whole cheesecake is NOT normal-why do I have control when it comes to snubbing my nose at non-SB foods, and have none with SB goodies? Obviously, I either have to learn how to control myself or just not have this stuff in the house. I haven't seen the scale inch downward like it should, and the reason why is right there in front of me, on my face-smack dab above my chin-it's my mouth.

So today, I decided I have to get a grip on this problem, and it is a problem. I had one piece of cheesecake, weighed it out and swore I wouldn't touch another piece. Just knowing it's in the fridge is bothersome, but I have to get over this and winthis batter.

I can see where things happened slowly along the way. I didn't have any type of "treats" for a good 10 months when I started SB and then when I found the Carbolite, it was a once-a-week treat, then became twice a week as we hit Broward 2 times a week. When I found it closer to home (yet not as good), it was getting to be almost daily. I went from having a "treat" once in a while to having treats daily, sometimes more than 1 a day-could be up to 4. Yes, they are all SB LEGAL, but not where it should of been a daily occurance.

SHEANN, are you sure you're eating enough food? From what you posted, I'd guess you weren't. Don't worry about the Wendy's fiasco, tomorrow's another day. I'm not big on pasta, but the longer you cook it the higher the GI is, but you really should try to stick to the WW. Rye bread is fine, just have to make sure it's not packed with tons of refined stuff.

BETH, like SHEANN, I think you too aren't eating enough, and may be causing those cravings. I have a board called FAVORITE FOODS where I list some of the name brand foods I've bought. Look at the first post and you should see the link there, just click on it. There's information on the FOOD INFORMATION BOARD about rice, ww, etc. definitely check it out, maybe of some help. Isn't it amazing to see all the crap in foods when you start reading the labels! Don't let this WOE drive you nuts, it's not an exact science and not hard to follow at all. I'm sure there's something in your feeling your clothes are getting tighter, surely it's hormonal, or psycho-sematic! Don't worry, I'm sure you're losing, not gaining. Just remember, you won't always HAVE to stay away from smashed potatoes, just for a short period of time-and by the time you decide you can have them, you'll probably not want them. Do you like sweet potatoes? You could make sweet mashed potatoes. Some people make a mock mash potatoe using cauliflower, but I guess for a true conissuer, it may not do. I use to only eat white ones, now, I wouldn't dream of eating them, I've learned to love the sweet potatoes. Did you get AUNT GUSSIES biscotti's-if so, they are delicious! Caffeine is okay, but just use in moderation. I personally cut out all soda and crystal light June 2000, so I only drink water, and on occasion, tea or cranberry juice.

MEL, I'm sure your butt will be in a 4 one day soon-you're much more athletic and fit than I am. Hey, technically, I didn't even try on the 4's, so I don't know if I really could, just those size 6's I tried on were big-maybe another size 6 would be tight-womens sizes, you never know how they're made! I have to confess, I too still look at large size clothing and still wear some that's entirely too big for me! IB is INTERNATIONAL BACCLAUREATE (I know I spelled that wrong!). It's a very intense program and the kids earn a diploma for completing it. I recently found out that Michael can get a free scholarship to any state college if he completes his diploma-not sure if he'd use it. There are IB school all over the world and they all use the same standards. Honestly, I don't know everything about it, he's still pre-IB, but as of Feb 6th, I should know more-all the parents of kids going into 11th have to meet with the head of the magnet program so they understand what's involved as they enter the IB PROGRAM.

BUSDEB, glad to see you back-you've been missed! I'm glad to see you're back OP and ready to tackle those last few pounds-happier to hear you didn't gain anything. Any idea what made you fall off the wagon? Whatever, just glad you're back with us now. You NEVER know, you think my butt thought it would ever see a size 4 pair of pants-nope! Never thought I'd see a size 14 pair of pants at one point!

FILLISE, I can totally understand on having a bad day being OP-seems I've had a few lately myself. I'm sure your banquet will be wonderful, esp. since you were the one to pick the food choices-helping everyone eat some healthier food is an added plus to the event, I'm sure.

FROG, you know I wouldn't think anything about what you said in a negative way. As I mentioned before, it is definitely a option if someone wants to post their stats, many people do, but not consistently. I know it's a pain, but I try to do so each and every post to show others where I've been, where I am and where I wanted to be originally. Of course, not everyone is comfortable with doing this, and it's totally up to them if they want to participate. Hey, with those M&M's, thank goodness they were peanut ones-lower GI, peanuts curbed the chocolate. I can relate-as you can tell from my above post! Only thing is, I don't have the PMS to blame for doing it! How was kitty when you went to get her? Have you seen the beachouse friend-any news? It's been hotter than heck here-this is suppose to be the coolest time of year and all week we've been in the 80's with very high humidity-sucks! Definitely puts a damper on the walking/jogging. If this is any indication of what type of summer we're going to have, we're going to be in big trouble and I can see where my jogging is going to be back to walking more. Hopefully with mid-terms over I'll be able to steal the computer on Tuesday for chat-Michael is usually good about it, but of course, if he has homework, it MUST come first.

JRED, seems y'all in Texas went from warm to cold and we in FL went the opposite direction. What this SugarBusters pistolettes you mentioned? Tell, tell please! I use the same bread, Natures Own SF, luckily we have a Flowers Outlet close by where I can buy it for .69 a loaf-otherwise the stores sell it for $2.19-$2.39-kills me if I have to buy it at that price! Congrats on passing up on those cakes-a feeling of control!!!

ROSALIE, had no idea LINDT even made a 80% cocoa bar! From what you posted about badminton, you are getting in about an hour and a half worth of playtime-most definintely you're getting in that exercise! I haven't played that since I was a kid;)

BIGK, glad to hear you had a good time at BUNKO and the cheesecake was a hit! Did you tell them what it was made with beforehand, or after? CONGRATS to your daughter for selling so many cookies-how could they bother you that much-they're already sold, so you can't eat them-just think, how would you replace them for those soles just dying for thin mints and do-see-dos!

MELF, just remember, you hit your goal, but give yourself a cushion to stay in between-I haven't hit my low again and don't know if I will or not. I'm just glad (esp. with all the crap I've been eating) to stay between my cushion. ROSALIE is coming to FL and I'd like to go see her and the other gals, hence the March get together. In Oct, or around there, FROG is trying to get a beach house in NC that sleeps 36 so we can all try to get together-hope you could come to it if the plans work out!

BOB, are you dyslexic? Thank goodness you read those numbers wrong! Glad to hear you heard from MISSY-hope she gets back on the board soon!

SEF, hope you are feeling better. I'm writing this off line so haven't had the chance to look up info on your "problem" but just in thinking I'd say that the lifting could of made this problem worse-they tell you not to strain when you have hems, so maybe you were straining to list the weights-not sure-definitely not my line of expertise! I'm sure one of the nurses on the board could answer you better.

KAREN, enjoy yourself at your Mom's bday tomorrow-tell her Happy Birthday too.

LDBLOND, glad to see you back! Was wondering what was going on with you and how you were feeling. My gosh, you lost 10lbs during all of this-I would say CONGRATS, but not under the circumstances you lost it under. NANCE is definitely back-not as much on here as I'd like to see her butt be, but back and I'm happy. You two have to get a lunch date together once you're feeling better!

QUILTER, will check on that board and see what's going on with it-thanks for the heads up. Which cookie recipe were you talking about that was good? Hmmm, maybe you SHOULDN'T tell me in light of what I've been woofing down lately. You had me laughing at the thought of you jumping on the counter top and yelling for all shoppers to hear-hey, WHEN you get to goal, I want you to do just that!

PRAVDA, glad to hear your Dr. appt went well and the numbers are doing better. I'd be happy to try and help you with your food intake if you need-if you feel you aren't eating enough, then most likely, you aren't.

HAM, definitely hard working in a restaurant. We use to own a pizzeria and having the food handy makes it hard. Esp. when we sold desserts, one which was HAAGEN DAZ ICE CREAM! I could grab a pint whenever I wanted! I was an emotional eater as well. I can tell you from my standpoint that when I went on SB I lost the desire to eat emotionally-I believe it really has something to do with the sugars and refined products that we have in our systems. I hope you will try to take a picture of you in your MG dress-how did you do with trying dresses on? My daughter LOVES O-Town you should see her bedroom, most of her NSYNC posters were replaced with O-TOWN posters! BUT, she says there's no NICK in O-TOWN, but in BSB there is. You sound like you have a great job. So you were an IB student! Then when I write about Michael's homework, you fully understand how it takes presidence over everything else. He's got a full load this year, taking all AP courses, I believe. I can't keep up with all that he has going on-but luckily, I don't really have to keep after him on doing his work, he's pretty good at doing it on his own without my prodding.

THUNDER, chili cheese fries-sounds delish, never had it. Oh well, you're entitled to have them-just chalk it up to weird cravings from being prego! So the baby will be born August 28th? I chose to have Michael on the 27th-just under the wire for the deadline for school:)

LAMAP, how exciting to go out on a date! CONGRATS! I hope it went well and he's a nice guy. Good for you! Don't know if you were lurking, but we had a great time at our SB GET TOGHETHER earlier this month-wish you could of joined us-you do have another chance on MARCH 8th& 9th, going to Orlando to meet everyone cause ROSALIE'S coming from Cananda-would love to meet with you too!

DARAMUS, WELCOME TO THE BOARD you are a brave sole! We've had a couple men venture on the board, but they never stick around long enough to learn that we are a great bunch of women who would never make anyone, male or female, feel out of place. Of course, we may sometimes speak about more feminine issues than you care to know about, but hey, this is us and after 2 years, we aren't going to change-so you can love us just the way we are and we will welcome you and the insight you may bring to the board:) Congrats on getting your agave syrup-once it's gone-it's gone!!!!

Okay, I know I'm not done, but I have to end this for now, Eli's due home soon and we have to run to take Lauren to Tom's. I'll get more done tomorrow. Pardon me if I didn't get to respond to everyone-I'll get caught up soon!

Toodles

Debbie
194/123/129
Sb since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Well, it's about 6pm and I am done eating for the night! :) Today was not a normal day for me as I was feeling rather lazy and didn't really feel like fixing anything that took longer than 5 minutes. :D Well, here it is:

Breakfast: 2 eggs, 2 small breakfast steaks, 1 piece of SGWW w/ butter

Snack: 7 low-sodium triscuits w "lite" cream cheese, 2 small dill pickles

Dinner: 2 hamburger patties each with a slice of no-fat ceddar cheese, 3/4 can of green beens

I usually drink 2 cups of coffee /w milk and agave, but I have already had 3 cups today and I'm thinking about having a 4th lol. I've had about 4 12oz glasses of water so far, and I plan to have another 4 glasses before I go to bed. My doc told me to aim for around 2k calories a day, but I don't think I made it today.:o

Wellllll... the first news is.. I went to my mom's today and she and I had both been to the doctor on Wednesday of this week. She got on the scale and said it said 2 pounds lighter than the doctor (she's not dieting, so we're assuming it was the scale)... well.. I got on and the scale said *drumroll please* 195!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:D I can't believe it.. so if I add the 2 pounds.. that is still an 8 pound loss since weighing 205 at the doc's office just wednesday! I'm sure some is water, but some has to be fat! No matter how "off" the scale may be, I'm SURE I am finally under the 200 mark which was my first goal of all goals!! I knew I'd feel so happy when the scale said under 200 because it hasn't since before I got pregnant with my son almost 6 years ago!
WOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO

As for the goodies and candies.. I haven't even eaten any of them. I think knowing I have them if I need them is enough for me right now. I know that if I get really weak, I have something I can have. I haven't touched any of it.
Yes the Biscotti are Aunt Gussies!! I'm glad they're delicious.. I haven't eaten one of them yet.. I got the Almond kind... :)

As for the carbolite... I've never been much of a chocolate lover. I love dark chocolate, but I can only eat about one of those little "hershey's miniatures" and it's enough... I'm more of a cake junkie. Any good moist cake recipes that are sb legal?

Thanks for all the support... I guess I need to change my CW on my SIG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YAHOOOOOOOOOO!!

Started SB 1/20/02 at 205... on 1/26/02 I'm at 197!!!
(But these dang jeans still feel tight... I think it's all the veggies and a little bloating!!)

hi everyone,

it is saturday eve and i am pooped. just finished a cooking marathon after working 6 hours today in the recovery room. i am on call until 7AM monday. anyway back to my cooking, i have made crunchy pea salad that i found on one of the boards(very good, lots of vegies) legal spaghetti sauce for tomorrow, Deb's cheesecake (i am addicted, it is wonderful, superb, yummy, delish,extraordinary, spectacular i could go on and on) and the zucchini loaf that we had at the orlando get together. my question is what is the story on carrots in baking? i had made the loaf for a breakfast at work for last friday morning and neglected to check to see if there were any zucchini in the fridge, so i substituted shredded carrots. it turned out very good but now i am afraid it was not sb legal. i did use just zucchini today and i am not really sure which one i like better! anybody know about the carrots?

watched football this afternoon in between cleaning up all my kitchen mess. it was good to see the gators, seminoles and the UCF knights all playing so nice together. Team Florida gave them (Team USA )quite a spanking. never did see the end of the senior bowl that played in mobile, the south were looking pretty good.

Ham- was the boy band guy Nick of 98 degrees? my nine year old is a fan of them and NSYNC.

must go for now and get to bed, never know when the phone will ring and i will need to go to work. will try not to dream about cheesecake or girl scout cookies. what were the do si does? they have a bunch of new ones now, give me the thin mints anytime but NOT while i am on this great WOE. oh, i almost forgot, i think it was fillise who said i should measure to see results if i was not losing on the scale, well a: i found out that one of the girls in the preop area where the scale is at work tried to recalibrate the scale so it is inaccurate! and b: i am in a different size short than what i thought i was!!!!!! the weather as deb said has been hot and yucky so i changed into shorts when i got home today and i had to go into my closet of many sizes to find a pair that fit! so i guess i am doing better than i thought! YEAH FOR ME!

hope everyone is having a great weekend!
welcome daramus, glad to have a guy on the board!

chris
(am not ready to post the weights just yet)

HEY HAM....I can vouch for all the O-TOWN posters in LAURENS room...when I was chained up in the.DETOX DUNGEON...oops, I mean visiting Debbie, I slept in Lauren's room and I felt every set of those eyeballs..It's like she contracted them to make sure I wasn't sneaking into the kitchen after lights out!!! :eek:

DEB...by any chance do you know of a site (besides fit day) where I can plan meals with counts listed?
I hate it when you're off program...It's almost like loosing your donkey on the way to the bottom of the GRAND CANYON!!! I'm backing the wagon out right now...let me get the horses hooked up and I'll be on down to pick you up... :s:


BETH...Aren't those AUNT GUSSIE'S the bomb??? Debbie MADE me buy some when I was in Miami...I got some of every kind in the store...they are all good, but the biscotti is my fav! Congrats on the loss...Mine was only a pound but it sure did make me beam!!! ;)

DARAMUS...Sorry, I addressed you as a GAL earlier...Hope you can stick around for a while...we're a pretty good bunch, can get pretty direct when we're feeling fiesty...BUT I'm sure you will survive..

BKM....get some rest...sounds like you're POOPED!!!

Well....I'm off to recline...NIGHTY NITE

BOB

OOPS.....I almost forgot....Missy is having surgery on Valentines Day...they are going to try and clear up her endometriosis once and for all..if everything goes as planned, they can do it without having to open her up. She is hoping that is the way it will go, but the possibility of doing the open is great as the endometriosis has settled in her lower back. I'll keep you all updated..She is hoping that she can get back on the board before then.

BOB

WOW! I go MIA for a few days and the board is hopping!

I haven't had time to catch up, only skimmed the posts a bit.

WELCOME to all the new faces! This is a wonderful bunch. DARAMUS it will be great to get a guy's point of view.

MELIRIS Thanks so much for posting the ingredients of the protein powder. We went browsing at stores today (GNC included). I had previously bought one by Jamieson--Called "Slimdown High Protein Shake". It's carb free. It says "protein derived from defatted soy protein and milk protein-sodium caseinate...Also contains a balanced and complete matrix of naturally occurring amino acids...Other ingredients: Lecithin, natural coconut and vanilla flavor" Sounds simple enough, but I just can't get past the texture or something. Added some to Deb's smoothie and had to dump it. I think I've gotten DH onto BFL and he usually doesn't eat breakfast, so he was interested in the protein drink too.

FROG If you're interested in Body for Life, please do read the book. I had only skimmed it when I had it on loan from the library and when I decided I thought I might try it, I got more infor from the internet. I thought that would be enough. I picked up the book for half price earlier this week, and as I'm reading it thru, I say to myself--"oooohhhhh! That's how that works. I see, that makes sense now". The book can be vague at times but really does give more info than just the stuff on the BFL website. You can also read here for more info: www.hussman.org/fitness/bfl.htm

BOB Glad your numbers are a lot better than you first thought! Forget the wagon-just send a horse to drag me to exercise!!!

NICE TO SEE some MIAs have come back!

The weather here is beautiful. Supposed to be 52 F tomorrow:cool: but supposed to go down to around 20 F on Thursday!:(

My exercise has been NIL! Of course I'm using the excuse of the cold that made me use the inhaler just to breath doing regular stuff, let alone exercise. I think it's pretty much cleared up now. Gonna start the BFL exercise routine on Monday. I'm almost finished the book and found out a few more things I didn't know and it helped me tweak the weight routines. I was doing them a bit wrong--nothing that would hurt me, just not to BFL plan.

I've got DH really interested in BFL too--so this gives me a kick in the seat to move said seat. Don't want him getting buff without me!

Eating has been pretty good. Been staying more than 80% SB legal most days and actually had 2 perfect days (the days I posted to the board---hmmmm-maybe I should journal more often :^: ). BFL eating is a little stricter. I'm not sure I want to eat that strict. My eating goal for the 12 week challenge is to eat better the SB way. I think I can lose a lot of fat and inches eating SB if I get my butt in gear!

Water is going great, but I think I have a bladder the size of a walnut! Many trips to the loo!

It's about an hour past my bedtime, but I just had to checkin. I feel better when I keep in touch with my SB family.

Night Night All!

We’re having a beautiful weekend here. Hope y’all are too. I was down a pound this morning and the feeling I had seeing that new number was like a ton being lifted off my shoulders. I can’t believe just one little pound could do that. The stall was becoming very frustrating. Now I hope to continue on down.

Deb: The pisolettes are whole wheat, SugarBusters brand. I keep them in the freezer because of the short shelf life of WW. One roll is almost too much and they are really good. I’m a creature of habit, shop at one grocery store on a regular basis and go to Wal Mart if I need something I know won’t be at Brookshire’s, so I don’t know how easy to come by the pistolettes are. But they are at Wal Mart in Rockwall, TX!

Viv: Good luck on the job hunting. And just what do you do on E-bay?

Mel: You are really sounding upbeat on your posts. How’s DD at school? My DS is back into the swing of it. They had a long weekend for MLK and went to western Maryland skiing. A little town called Dallas. That’s hilarious to me because we live right outside of the real Dallas! lol

Hamsm: Welcome to the board. I hear ya on the tips. I always tip at least 15% and my DH and I will tip 20 if the service is good.

Fillise: Good luck with the banquet. Thanks for the muffin recipe reminder. I’m going to finally try out some of the sweets. I’ve been very cautious until now but have really been craving some kind of cake.

Daramus: Welcome to the board. Hope you hang around to give us your perspective of things.

Lara: I hope your surgery recovery will be quick. Congrats on the poundage but as was said earlier, I’m sorry you had to lose it that way.

Zanne: Are you feeling better yet? Are you and your DS passing this thing to each other? They say once you get a virus, you don’t get it again, there’s just that many of the little buggers around to keep the drug companies in the black!

Rhroo: Are you climbing out of that funk, yet? Hope you feel better really soon. I’ll send some of this Texas sunshine your way!

Melf: Congrats on reaching your goal! Way to go! And your list was right on track. It made me stop and think about how much better I feel after 5 months and the reasons I started this WOE. Thanks.

Sef: Hope you’re feeling better, too. Seems we have several who need better days on this board right now. Be careful with those workouts so you don’t keep having sit down problems!

Frog: I never heard about thunder in winter and snow in ten days. I did hear a fellow teacher say once that 3 fogs in August means snow sometime. Living my whole life in the south makes me wish for snow. But I want it to snow only on the weekend so we don’t miss school. Our makeup days are before and after Easter and I want those days this year. We don’t have another break until Memorial Day and the kids will drive us crazy by then!

Sol: We need to give you another name, like Marathon Mama!! Way to go on your times. You’ll be up there with Frog before we know it.

Lamap: Congrats on the big step of dating again. I can imagine how scary that would be. Hope you have a good time!

Beth: Welcome. My brother and sil live in Huntsville. They just finished a new house and I think it’s on the east side of town. But it’s been about 10 years since I’ve been to Huntsville so I’m not sure exactly where.

Nascar: I know what you mean about the water, I can really tell when my body hasn’t had enough. Walking: that’s something I should do but just can’t get up and out the door. I can’t even get my butt on the elliptical machine behind my love seat! It does take discipline to exercise and I admire all of you who have it.

BKM: I have several friends who have bunko parties but I’ve never been to one. My girls have been to a couple and they think the game is boring. They haven’t learned that it’s the company you keep that’s important. Girl Scout cookies are coming and I had to buy some from 2 of my students. My family loves them and luckily, I have been able to keep my hands away from all the other sweets my family keeps in the house. I have been going through the same thing with a plateau for the last month. That pound loss this morning was a great thing, even if it was a little thing. As WW says: That’s four sticks of butter!

Pravda: This welcome is late, but it’s heartfelt. We live in the same neck of the woods. Howdy!

For those I missed, take care and keep on losing!

Take care,
Jeanie
196/168/130

Hi everyone!
Well I'm having an un-SB weekend. My son turned 6 on Friday and we took him to Kobe Steak House. It was wonderful, I ordered sirloin steak. But with that they give you the following: veggies (which were good, and I'm not a veggie person-maybe my tastes are changing!), spaghetti, rice, potatoes, soup, salad. I ate all the soup & salad, some veggies, a little spaghett and rice, no potato. Then they came out with a little ice cream cake and sang- I tasted a small taste of cake - coffee flavor- not worth cheating for, so didn't have any. Then today, had a hair appointment changed my hair color from frosted (light) to a color called cherry cola - OMG, it is dark!!!! Went out to lunch and had a turkey, bacon, swiss on wheat toast and iced tea. Then had 15 people tonite for supper for the boy's "adult" family party. I ordered pizza and ate a couple of pieces- I did however order 2 of them extra thin, extra cheese, so they were pretty thin crust! And tomorrow is the kids party at the skating rink - pizza and hot dogs. So come Monday, its back on the wagon for me!!! I'm ok with it though, because I knew this weekend would be a cheat weekend - and I'm still not eating sugar - I served a small birthday cake (store bought) and a cheesecake tonite. I tasted the cheesecake only - did not eat a piece of either. So really this is a big accomplishment. Ok enough of that!
I like Splenda. Should I try and find agave syrup?? Would I like it better? Is it better for me? Has anyone ever tried any of the Keto stuff from Life Services? I bought some biscotti from them, it's ok if you're desperate but if you all know of a better one, where can I find it? Aunt Gusse's???:?: I haven't checked out the recipe board yet - I should though. But like others, if I have it and it tastes sweet, sometimes I can not stop.
I am jealous of Deb, having a size 6 to big! The other day at work these two little q-tip's with hair were standing outside my office and one said to the other one "Kathleen, can you wear a size 6?" Kathleen said "yes." So then she said, "oh I have a dress for you thats to big on me." So I turned to another girl (who is not a skinny minny) and said to her, oh Joni, can you wear a size 16, because I have a dress that's a little loose on me! Oh, if I could ever say a size 6 was too big on me!!! It would only be if I'd been in a coma and tube fed for 6 months! And I don't think that's the way to do it! Oh well- a size 12 would be nice! Currently in 14's (but I'm only 5'2). Ok well enough for now. Have a great day everyone!!! Keep on losing!
Sue:eek:

Good Morning Everyone!

Daramus thanks for the info and Merlis! I will search after this for the agave! I want to try that "sinful" SB cheesecake!

Merlis - I have a halter I use on Buffey, I will try the middle of the road for her. She is usually pretty good.

Bob - I look forward to a visit with you!

Ham - Congrads on the 8 lbs loss!

jred - I know what you are talking about, I walked for 3 yrs faithfully on TM 7 days a week, then one day tried to be he-woman and lift a large rock, (I live on a hilly rock! we call it bedrock here! ) and hurt my back! I was off it for several months and then became lazy and finally got back on it a year later! So hoping to stick with it! It definately helps with the energy level and loss of weight!

Ok, has anyone had their hubby ask how much they weigh? This really bothers me. My hubby is a sweet guy and a stick! 5'10 150 pounds! He's rail thin size 30 waist. Anyway it really bothers me and he was picking at me last night wanting me to get on the scale and it got next to me. I told him I only weigh on wed AM's and that is something private. I know he was just kidding around, but I don't want him to know that I am that much heavier than him. I think he will probably flip out. My body is such that I am actually heavier than I look. It's that TOM so you know how irritable we can get :o Just curious as to what ya'll have done if this has ever popped up! I have never been a thin gal, my lowest weight ever was when I was 26 and I weighed 130 and was a size 8. This was after I did the physicians weight loss. I know that at my age I may never see that again! My metabolism is a turtle.

Well better check out the recipe board! Everyone have a great weekend what's left of it!

:angel:
began SB 10/01
178.5/178/140
mini goal 160 by 4/14

Have a couple of minutes while I wait for the coffee to drip!

I heard about the agave last night and with shipping and the $5 processing fee, it still works out cheaper than what I've been getting at the HFS, so I'll call and order tomorrow. ROSALIE--I sent you a PM in regards to that

BOB you must have posted about Missy while I was typing last night. Not sure if I know her, but pass along my good thoughts anyway. I hope her surgery is a big success. I've heard endo can be quite awful.

JRED Congrats on the pound down:D It's great to see the little needle stop a little sooner than we thought it would. I think I'm finally getting over this cold. I think it's the same virus, just changed a little when it's been in all the other munchies in DS's class:lol: DS seems to be throwing them quicker, so hopefully I won't be catching them as quickly!

HAPPY Your UN-SB weekend sounds like you're doing very well! You used restraint and only had a wee taste. Good for you!

NASCAR When my DH asked me, I'd tell him "More than you!". Fortunately I can now say he weighs more than me, but not by much--I still don't tell him exactly what the scale says.

I'm sure someone has probably posted while I've been typing!

HELLO to EVERYONE! Make it a GREAT SB day!

Good Sunday Morning Everyone:wave:

WHEW! It is HOT out there! I didn't get out for my walk until after 8:30am-it was brutal and unbearibly hot and humid. I don't know how I was able to get it in in 45:18, but I did and of course, was happy it was over!

Just cooling down now and eating some delicious mango yogurt I made (plain ff yogurt, .8oz mango and a packet of Stevia)

Forgot to mention the other day my plans to see I AM SAM just included Lauren and myself. We went after going to lunch at SHORTY'S, never made it up to Broward. Sean Penn is very good in the movie.

My goodness, I loved seeing all the new pics on the PHOTO ALBUM BOARD! Can't wait to get a few from Orlando up there as well (need a little time, be patient with me).

MELF, that doesn't even look like you in the before picture! You MUST get a better after picture to post-I want to see "the real you" and the one you posted doesn't do you justice at all. From seeing the picture of when you met with SOL & GATOR, I would of not recognized you from your before picture!

HAM, would love to see if I could get your picture more detailed-can you send it to me via e-mail as an attachment? You may think you have a long way to go, but you are well on your way and closer than you think;) You have a beautiful smile and I'm sure a good heart goes along with it. Can't wait to see an updated pic!!! Does your Mgr know you are following SB? That was wonderful of him to make you such a healthy salad-sounds like a great boss-and a great place for food! Sorry to hear about those blisters, but it's great that you got in 6 miles of work walking!! Try to find some moleskin to help pad those sore areas-it really helps. We ALWAYS tip our waitress/waiter well-I know from having the pizzeria how people are-trust me, it's worse for delivery people, many people don't tip them at all-and to think they go out to take people their food, having the possibility of getting in an accident-go out in ALL kinds of weather, and people don't think of tipping quite often.

FILLISE, did you get to see the Royal Tannenbaums? If so, a review please:D

BETH, you definitely have that cheesecake shot down pat. Your face is very tiny looking to me, heart shaped, is it? Curly hair? I would not think you were 220 at all from looking at you. You have a beautiful face-ahhh, to be that young again! CONGRATS on the scale being down, way down! I'm sure it's going to continue to go down too. Try to stay away from all that legal stuff you got-let your body detox totalling from the sweets, you'll see that you won't even crave them after a while and you'll forget you even bought the stuff.

JRED, loved the pics-gosh, how I wish I could wear something like that dress you have on with no sleeves!!! Okay, so a pisolettes is a roll? Why such a fancy name?

BOB, sounds like an interesting movie with the Amish kids-not an easy life. I'm here, just trying to get some computer time lately has been tough. You hate it when I'm off program, lots worse being the one who is, you know! I feel I'm back on track after that eye-opening expreience. Though, Eli didn't help last night when he came home late and we had to go get something to eat-ended up at a ME rest and I had falafels and some taste of a eggplant dish-and I wasn't hungry and didn't plan on eating-but did:rolleyes: I'll find you another site to journal besides fitday-give me a little time to look through my files, but I know I have other sites. Let me know what you hear about MISSY!!

DARAMUS, hmmm, didn't someone else recommend you to eat about 2,000 calories as well?;) I can see though, you definitely didn't get those in from what you posted as eating. Work on it, you don't want to be counter-productive. Wish I could stop eating at 6pm, no chance in **** for that to happen ever!

BIGK, shorts? You are a stronger woman than I'll ever be-my legs haven't been in shorts since 7th grade and never will be again! So you were smaller than you thought-that's great! Probably was pissed and over joyed at the same time about the scale being off!

ZANNE, definitely, the journaling helps! Keeps me in line most of the time:) Sorry you had to throw out the smoothie-hate waste-I'd probably of drank it-was it THAT bad?

HAPPY, sounds like you too do the double bday party-we did the same for Lauren this year. One day of eating off plan won't kill you, as long as you get right back on track-my problem is I'm the type who if I eat something off plan I can't get back on track, so I don't do that-I have enough trouble with SB LEGAL DESSERTS and not being able to stop at one serving! Spelnda and agave are totally different. I don't like Splenda and use Stevia instead. If you can easily find agave, buy a bottle-if you want to try it, e-mail me with your snail mail addy and I"ll send you a couple sample packets I have at home. I don't buy that KETO stuff, have seen it though. Aunt Gussies, hard to find, you can contact the company and ask them if someone near you sells their products-you may be able to order from their website I think. Expensive though. I liked how you handled the chat outside your office!!! ;)

NASCAR, when I was married to my ex he NEVER asked me my weight, not that I would of told him anyhow-a very sore subject, esp when you weigh almost 300lbs! One time I was eating ice cream and he says, "you really don't want to eat that, do you?" Let's just say, I yelled some interesting words I can't print and he never said another thing about what I ate again. I think you handled your husband just fine and he should get the message from what you said. He should be happy that you are losing weight and shouldn't have any concern of the numbers;)

Okay, gotta run, get in the shower, old man is off today:spin: I'll be back on later this evening. Please remember, tomorrow starts the new weekly board and it's MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY so if you have any words of wisdom, quotes, stories, etc. you'd like to share with the board, please, try to post them tomorrow!

Have a great day!

Debbie
194/122.5/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Ok... I am having some trouble. I'm ok staying OP, but my blood sugar is staying TOO LOW. I've been hypoglycemic my whole life, and I guess I got used to sugary snacks because of that... but I've been OP for a week today, and at least 3 mornings I wake up with a VERY LOW blood sugar. Last night I got up at 4am, and I was closer than ever to being unconscious... Hubby got up and got me a glass of apple juice and after drinking that, it took about 15 minutes for me to get coherent again. He was scared and so was I. It's happened about 3 times since I started, but never was I that close to going out. (I've passed out before from it when I wasn't OP!!) I think the lowest I've been is 24!!! (Being a Medic.. I've medflighted people with higher BS than I had last night!)

I do what the book says and don't eat after 8pm.. but I'm thinking that isn't going to work for me... I need an orange, or some juice after that right before I go to bed... and I also have to drink a glass of juice first thing in the AM to keep myself with the land of the living!

So What is going wrong here? I can NOT do this every morning.. he leaves for work before me and I can't stand the thought of my kids going thru having me laying on the bathroom floor asking for juice... NOT what I want them to see.

I ate pretty well yesterday... ate a late breakfast of 2 eggs with cheese, and water. Snack of peanuts and Diet CF Mt Dew. Dinner was a HUGE BBQ Chicken salad from Gibsons, and a cup of French Vanilla Decaf with S&L and a splash of milk. Then about 7:45 I had some more peanuts and some water.

I know that even if I had juice or fruit at 8pm... I don't get up until 4:30.. that's a LONG time with nothing in my stomach for a hypoglycemic!! Any suggestions? If it happens again, I'm gonna call my DR. and see if she wants me to modify the plan. I have NO energy, I got up this morning, drank juice at 9:30... and it took me 10 minutes to have the strength to get out of bed.

:(

Well, yesterday was quite busy and I did el-stinko with my eating. I always get kind of stressed and nervous when teaching tutor training that when it’s over I eat EVERYTHING in sight. Yes, I was out of control. I’m not happy about it. I’m down right ashamed. But I’m not dwelling on it. See, the sun came up again this morning and that means I get an entirely NEW CHANCE not to screw it up today! HA!!! And so far, so good. I’m evening thinking about getting dh up out of bed to hit the walking trail. The sun is shining and it’s supposed to be warmer out there today. So we may just hit that before we veg in front of football for the rest of the day.

Speaking of that, may I say one thing???? Thank you. GO STEELERS!!! That’s my team and I’m hoping they play well today.

Geesh MELF, you look terrific. And I can tell from your smiling face that you are feeling WONDERFUL too. How great for you. And you gotta love that hubby and his attention to the new you!!! Thanks for helping to get me to the photo board. I hadn’t seen most of the pictures on it, so I’m glad I got to. You’re a sweetie . . . a skinny sweetie!!! I love your list of changes since you’ve gotten to goal. That’s very motivating to me.

WELCOME DARAMUS!!!! We sure are happy to see a new face here. And you’ve come to the right spot. You can get a lot of support here. The key is to read and post regularly, so we can get to know you and you can reap the wisdoms from all these fabulous people. Congrats on your losses so far. You are doing great.

SHEANN---From my above confession, you can see that I, too, was in the same shoes as you. Here’s the thing we MUST remember. Just because we messed up on one day doesn’t make it the right thing to do. But it also doesn’t mean that it has to affect the next day and the next meal for that matter. DEB is the wise one for NEVER every cheating off program. I wish I could be that disciplined. But since I haven’t gotten to that point yet, I will “cope” with my times of failure and move away from them as quickly as possible. Let’s kick those bad days to the curb and not let them affect us any more. Also, hope you like the cottage cheese in the salad trick. The key is to put lots of your favorite seasonings on it.

LAMAP---Glad to hear of your newly-found social life. Sounds like you two had an enjoyable time together. I hope it all works out just the way you want it to. Enjoy the journey.

HAM---You must be the busiest waitress on either side of the Mississippi. SIX MILES!!!! That’s quite a workout! Hope your blisters go away soon.

DEB---That was quite a revelation you had about the scones and the cheesecake. This out of control eating takes up a lot of my brain time. I often spend time wondering what it is that’s causing me to overeat certain foods. I can’t figure this one out. What is it about the taste of certain things (for you it’s the SB legal stuff) that causes us to lose control? If we could find the answer to this question, we would be thin and happy and probably rich (because we’d write a book and make tons of money!). Good luck with avoiding that cheesecake. It’s so hard when you know it’s right behind that refrigerator door. This morning I was getting into a snack mode sort of thinking. So I went to the kitchen and made a whole pot of green tea and will try and sip on that and hope the desire to eat goes down to some neighbor’s house and leaves me the heck alone. Also, do you remember there for a while a few months ago that you would go eat the Carbolite and then you’d have the upchucks? I wondered at that time if the Carbolite had something in it that was not agreeing with your system. I haven’t heard to mention making faces at the toilet since I’ve been back on. Is that not occuring with regularity anymore? Just wondering. I’ll look and see if I can find that recipe. It was some oatmeal cookie that I added pecans to. If I find it I’ll post it, but you have to promise to share the batch. Tee hee!!!

Okay, that’s it for me, folks. Hope you all have a wonderful Sunday. Take care.
Kim

I really want to be taking a nap this afternoon . . .

I tried to lay down, but the phone kept ringing about this stupid banquet. Oh well--only 26 hours and 50 minutes until it begins.:dizzy:

I didn't get to see the Royal Tannenbaums yesterday. When I got to the theater it was crawling with kids. The line was way too long--even though I knew the kids were going to see snow dogs, I just didn't want to put up with the hassle. I may try to sneak over for an afternoon matinee on Tuesday as a reward for all the banquet work I've been doing this weekend.

Fortunately none of my youth groups are meeting at the church tonight--so I have tonight to attend to last minute details as well.

Still, I'd really like that nap. I'm thinking I'm going to have to lay down for 20 or so minutes. I love a Sunday afternoon nap---especially when it is all cloudy outside like it is today!

My basketball team won yesterday--and I was able to keep the cards printing during time outs--so they got finished about the time the game was over.

OK I'm yawning way to much--must have some sleep.

I may not be able to get on the broard tomorrow--so it may be tuesday.

Hang in there!

Susan
300/238/150
July 10 2000

Hey girls and guy LOL
I spent the whole afternoon riding and grooming April. Surely all the troting and lopeing is going to burn some calories. I feel like my insides are jello now. LOL I love spending time out there with them .....that is why I am never in here anymore. But I know I must do better.
I am doing great these last few days and from my peeking and think I will have a lose to post on Wed.

Take care all and welcome to the newbies.....I will cya all later.

Debbie :)

EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!! :cool:


Hope everyone has had a good weekend..I had no shopping to do today, and had every intention of doing laundry....went to KMART....didn't get home until almost 4pm! :eek:
On my Sunday morning visit to STARBUCKS I was looking at their teas...DEB??? have you ever tried their green tea? I want to try some, but if it's not any different than all the others, I don't see the use. OPINION????

I'm hitting the sack early ....not that there is anything on TV, but I want to get snuggled in...Enjoy your evening ;)

BOB

Hey All:wave:

Had a nice day out with the BIG BOY today. We went up to Broward and DID NOT GO TO OLE OLE!!! We went to a ME rest. that we found up there which was quite good. Don't worry, Ole Ole will get our business probably Wednesday! Of course, went for Carbolite afterwards. In between we went to see IN THE BEDROOM, it was okay, thought it would be better from what I heard about it. Two movies in 3 days, and here we hadn't been to one since I went to see NANCE in August!

I was reading my latest Readers Digest and noticed an add for HELLMANN'S JUST 2 GOOD! REDUCED FAT MAYONNAISE DRESSING Has anyone seen this in their stores yet? I use the low fat that has 5 grams of fat in a tablespoon, this says it has 2grams-wonder what's in it! Let me know if anyone's seen/bought it please!

BETH, I have never followed the "not eating after 8pm rule" and eat whenever I am hungry, sometimes quite late. I eat small meals throughout the day and eating small meals would probably be good for you too if you can do it on your schedule. There's no evidence that eating late makes one gain or not lose weight-so go ahead and do what you have to and don't worry about it-eating late has notdetered me from reaching my goal;) Sorry to hear what happened to you-I'm sure you will find a way to be able to make this WOE work for you-remember, it's only a guide line they give you in the book, you can tweak it to work for you in a way you can easily do it.

QUILTER, you must of had DEBBIE DISEASE yesterday with being out of control:eek: Glad to hear today you're doing better-me too!:D I haven't touched the cheesecake today:spin: LOL! Nope, Carbolite alone won't make me upchuck, but I still do it, and it's either due to hormones, or if I go right after eating a lunch that fills me up-it takes so long for my food to go down, if I eat anything at all afterwards, there's no place for it to go because the food hasn't gone down yet, so it comes right back up to pay me a repeat visit.

FILLLISE, good luck tomorrow!!!!!:D

BUSDEB, how is your other horse doing? Is she home yet?? Have fun riding, haven't been on a horse in 20 years!!!!

BOB, haven't tried SB GREEN TEA, but have some of the others-love their WILD ORANGE one! I'll ask Eli his perspective on it, if he has one!

Okay, gotta run, Michael needs the computer for a little bit. Will be back later, at least I'll try!

Toodles

Debbie
194/122.5/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

Just had to pop in and tell Quilter that she shattered my image of her!!!! GO STEELERS??????? NOT Yeah N.E PAT'S!!!!!!! we are going to the "Big Game" can u tell who my team is? LOL It was a good clean fun game and i enjoy those not to many bad calls either!

Beth I was going to post what Deb did. If you need to eat for your health just do it! Even Weight watchers says you can eat at night! Its important that you do! You sound like your doing great other wise!

Gotta run. I was just "looking" at my taxes! oh boy!

Rhonda

201.2/???/what ever i can get to!

Thanks for the kind welcome. :) The weekends are tough for me because I'm at home most of the time. During the week I have school and other errands to run, and that helps to keep me busy and out of the kitchen. Knowing that boredom is one of my many eating triggers, I tend to overcompensate on the weekends and eat too little LOL. I'm scared of over-eating so I compensate too much. Also, I had been using the treadmill for 20 minutes a day, but I recently pulled a muscle bowling (of all things!) and my doc told me to lay off the workouts for a couple weeks. :( It's not that I especially like to workout, but I had gotten into a "groove" of sorts, and I hate the thought of having to work back up to where I was pre-injury. Anyway, I have math homework (YUK!!!) so I should be going for now. Now that I'm thinking of it, I also have a short story to read for my literature class, too! *sigh* Today was an "ok" eating day, but I will list it here along with some questions I had.

Brunch: pb & j on 2 slices SGWW bread, a small dill pickle. The spreadable fruit I use has no added sugar but it is above the 3 grams I believe. It has fruit juice concentrate, fruit, etc. Are these types of spreadable fruit legal?

Snack: 3 slices of summer sausage (no sugar but had dextrose and 1 gram of sugar), 2 slices of pepperjack cheese, and about 5 dates. The dates I had were SWEET and had 29 grams of sugar per serving! There was no added ingrediants of any kind that I could see, but I'm assuming that dates are not legal???

Dinner: BIG hamburger patty (no scale to weigh), steamed zuchinni, basmati/wild rice mixture (small serving), 2 tomato slices, and a glass of red wine.

Total of 4 cups of coffee (my bad!)
Comments are always welcome of course. :)

Quicke before I hit the hay!

I haven't had the chance to look at the FOOD FOR THOUGHT BOARD, much less post a day of journaling on it. I have a new board for this week and will keep it going as long as you all think it's effective enough to do so.


FROG, thanks for the e-card for Lauren from the board-she loved it!:D

Hi Rhroo!!!

DARASMUS, pb&j and pickles-if you were a woman, I'd ask if you were pregnant! :lol: The spreadable fruit I guess is okay, many people seem to use it-I personally use JOK N AL as it only has 2 grams of sugars in it, I believe. Remember, as long as you are using it in moderation, I guess it's okay. Some of those sugar grams come from the actual fruit, whereas the other comes from the fruit concentrate. You have to remember, fruit concentrate is another form of sugar, just concentrated sugars from fruits-so moderation is definitely a key. DEXTROSE is sugar, but since it's under 3 grams of sugar per serving, under SB RULES, this is okay to eat. I personally don't do dates, love them, but I think this is one of the contradictions in the SB BOOK, as the GI for dates is 103. I found this bit of information on RICK MENDOSA'S SITE:

The best example is e-mail Chris Ball in Australia sent me last month questioning the reported GI of dates, 103 (where glucose = 100). He wondered how such a high number was possible with all the fiber in dates.

After checking the facts, he got me wondering too. That number comes from The Glucose Revolution and not from the earlier Australian edition of the book, then titled The G.I. Factor, which linked the original studies published in peer-reviewed literature. Subsequent editions of the book do not provide links to the original source.

Indeed, more than 10 percent of the carbohydrates in dates are fiber, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Nutrient Database. And according to the USDA's "Sugar Content of Selected Foods," the only tested sugar in dates is sucrose, 44.6 grams of a total sugar of 64.2 grams per 100 grams of dates. There are unknown amounts of maltose and "other sugars" (which means sugars other than galactose, glucose, fructose, lactose, sucrose, and maltose). But even if all the unknown sugar was maltose (GI 105 where glucose = 100), that could not explain the reported GI of dates.

Even Jennie Brand-Miller is puzzled by the high glycemic index of dates. She is the lead author of The Glucose Revolution and The G.I. Factor. When I asked her, this is what she replied:

We tested dates ourselves and we were just as shocked as you by the high number but we checked and rechecked. The only possible explanation is that the food label has the incorrect amount of carbohydrate so that we might have fed more than a 50 g CHO portion. Still it would have to be out by a factor of 2 if the GI were really in the middle like we expected. Bw Jennie

Again, I don't think you are eating enough, just my opinion. As for the coffee-as long as it's STARBUCKS, you won't hear anything from me:D

See you all on the NEW WEEKLY BOARD tomorrow!!!

Debbie
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SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01

[COLOR=deeppink]HiedieHo All!!!!

My the Board is really busy!

Will write a generalized post trying to remember some of the things I have read!

All my sitting problem is not completely gone but it has improved tremendosly! Tomorrow after my NH visit I am going to the gym. The girl who set up my program won't be there, but I am sure that I can talk to someone else. Although I didn't feel I strained overly with the weight machines, I still think that was the cause of my problem. I, too, think I should reduce weights. At least I can go on the recumbent (sp?) bike and the arm mixmaster!

Today my church had a Congregational Meeting followed by a Potluck Luncheon after church. I took some SB WW Pistolettes. I didn't hear one person say these must be diet. They had been put on the buffet sans wrapper and no one knew. Someone else mentioned on the Board that they buy them too. At winn Dixie we have a bakery. The staff know me now as I am always asking for SB products (their MultiGrain Bread is delish!!!). I found out the product comes to them frozen and they bake them to crisp them up. One day, they had no Pistolettes out and I asked if they had any, the salesperson gave me some and said they had not been crisped yet but I could do it at home, they are already baked. Well, by the time I got home it was lunch time, so I tried one "uncrisped", I liked it much better and they seemed to keep longer too. The next time I buy some I am going to ask for them that way.

Did you know that Nature's Own also makes a SGWWSF roll that is like a hamburger roll. They are so good I use them as a dinner roll or just plain with butter or PB.

Oh, at the Potluck I did very well OP. Someone had brought a veggie tray, there was plain ham and the rolls. I have been doing great staying OP, I just took a while to get that mind set after the holidays.

This week I have the appointment with the Neurologist, I am really looking forward to it as I would like to solve this neuropathy problem and get some relief. My right hand is also beginning to tingle, so that's all four extremities.

It will be a busy week, two NH days, choir, a visit to N.O. with a friend, the doctor, the neurologist and the gym.

Nice to see so many newcomers. I can only say welcome, don't be afraid to ask questions. I think it was Quilter who said the question you ask is probably others were too shy to ask and the anwer will help others.

Can someone remind me how to change the Avatar under our name on the left? I did it once before and can't figure it out now! I found a cute one I'd like to use. Remember, it's my age!!!! Not my STUPIDITY!!!!!!!!

I have sat here long enough and cannot remember any more posts I thought I would add my two cents too.

Take care. See you on the Board. Shirley [/COLOR

DEB.........Dixie is not coming home ....we traded Dixie for April our new horse....I guess you missed that post. I was upset at first because I felt we were abandoning Dixie but she will be given a good home and will work good for another family. We needed a more seasoned horse like April. She is 10 and is trained really well and is very predictiable. Sara actually rode her today so I know for sure that we made the right decision.

See you all later.

Debbie :))

Here is a picture of Sara on April this afternoon.

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