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Debelli
06-03-2002, 12:41 AM
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:
If life required no effort, then it would offer no satisfaction. Those who avoid effort also avoid accomplishment. If there was no need for commitment, there would be no experience of fulfillment. If there was no price to pay, there would be nothing to buy.
The ability to make a difference is one of life's greatest blessings. And that ability is expressed through effort. When you seek to make a real and substantial effort, what you'll end up with is a real and valuable achievement.
Meaningful efforts can be difficult and painful. Yet their burdens are more than outweighed by the value they create. When you see just the burdens, you're only seeing half the picture. In the burden of the effort is the value of the accomplishment.
Making the effort will extract the value. Keep that in mind and let each effort, though difficult, become a joy. Make the effort, make a difference, and you'll partake in the full richness of 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
It is Monday and the last week for my daughter to go to school. My son graduated from Kindergarten on Friday evening and it was a wonderful event. He sang his duet and was FANTASTIC!! I was so proud of him and I am glad he is on summer vacation now. I always missed him when he went off in the morning, even though he got home just after noon.
The house facelift is going well, even with our injured foreman. They sided the side of the house this Saturday and because he is off official work this week, he will be here on various days doing the other side of the house. It looks really great!
I was bad with my eating this weekend again. It seems the weekends are becoming hard for me. I think it is because I am feeling pretty good at my present weight and size. I went shopping at a second hand type shop and got myself a pair of jeans that fit perfectly for 2 bucks! It is a great place that actually imports all its merchandise from the USA and has mostly name brand stuff like Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Bill Blass...stuff like that so it is awesome. Oh, I also got 2 pairs of shorts from a garage sale for a buck each so I returned the new ones I bought on sale for 26 dollars each..I thought that was a good sale. I also bought 4 new short sleeved tops to go with my shorts and various skirts.
I wonder if there are any others on the board who are like me. Ten pounds from goal but looking pretty good. People say I don't have to lose anymore weight but I know the chub on my thighs! Do you find it hard to be consistent? It seems I am eating on the weekend, gain the 2-3 pounds then lose them again during the week and the cycle starts again. How do I get out of this?! It is like I am maintaining and not trying to lose anymore...maybe I just need to stick around here for awhile willingly..I dunno.
I will have to check in later to address people individually. I was away from the board for the weekend and will catch up later.
Have a great Motivational Monday!
Solly
06-03-2002, 10:07 AM
Happy Monday Gang!
Finally got caught up on all the weekend posts. That was alot.
Had a nice weekend. Worked in the yard Sat and Sunday afternoon layed in the pool for 3 hours. Relaxing.
Deb, Boy did that MM hit home. I couldn't wait until today to tell you all about my experience Friday nite. I had to go to this Fund for the Arts action Friday nite for work. No one else could go. The invite said "Creative" black tie. Not having a clue what that meant, I'm thinking what am I going to wear. I have a new dress that I bought for a couple of weddings which looks really good. But it is red and orange. So on the way home to get ready I'm thinking most people will probably wear black. I can't wear my red dress. So I get my DD new dress she just bought and try it on. It's fits!!. I was so tickeled with myself. All I could think about was how glad I was I had lost this 67 pounds. I actually looked decent. I was a little self conscientious about my arms (it was spaghetti straps), but it came with a little shaw. But it made me feel so good about myself. I knew I had accomplished something and I can accomplish the rest of my goal. I hate to brag, but if it gives anyone any motivation I'm glad. It really motivated me. So much that when dinner was served and there were mashed potatoes on the plate, and my DH told me to treat myself, I told him not on my life would I touch those potatoes. Nor the derby pie that they put in front of me. DH ate both pieces. LOL. So Deb you are right, there is Joy in Accomplishment!!
Of course my bubble was burst some Sunday when I spent the morning shopping for bathing suits. :o Can you ever tone up all this skin??? Someone said it earlier. Why didn't I do this 20 years ago!!!
To catch up now:
Sef, Sounds like you and Melf had a great visit. Lucky you to get to meet her. We want pictures.
Yellow Rose, Glad you are feeling better. Thnks for the BF suggetions. I used to cross stich, I loved it, so relaxing. But the eyesight and carpal tunnel has ceased that.
Mel, A size 4. Who Hoo is right. That is wonderful. I will never see a 4. I'll be happy in a 10. Way to Go. I know what you mean about the skin.
Monet, Glad you found everything for your ensamble. You will look lovely. I Know it's going to be a hectic week. Relax and try to enjoy the wedding.
Tranquil, You should be on cloud 9. You have done great. Keep up the good work.
Beth, Congrats to your son. What a nice feeling. Good luck in the tournament.
Music, Glad you're back.
Toni, Congrats on staying OP. It is a great feeling isn;t it?
Deb, sounds like your busy, but at least it's with DH and enjoyable.
Tree, WTG on 3# loss. 127 WOW.
HSMama, That's the great thing about this board. Lots of support. I can't wait to read the posts. It really helps keep you going. Congrats onb eing OP 4 days. WOW
ChrisB, You souind like me. I had so many boxes of clothes stored in the basement. All sizes. I will admit that some of them are a little out of style though and had to be pitched. I am down to my last box of things now. I never thought I would ever wear them again. It's a good feeling.
Gumbo, Welcome. This is a great place to work on your weight. SB is a wonderful WOE. I'm so glad I found it. You will get all the support you need here and friendship too. Welcome.
tranquil, Sounds like you had a nice visist with Nelf too.
Jbug, Post whatever helps you. Post after each meal if you need to. We are here to help one another. You can do this, You just have to make that choice.
Sef, Sandals is a good start. Anything to reward yourself. Keep going. You can do this.
Fruit, I don't think 1 shot of metho will hurt you. It's the continued affect that can cause damage. I have been taking it for the last 3-4 years so I have to watch it. Will be thinking of your TUes on your surgery.((((HUGS)))) I would love to have you join us on the cruise. Bring some friends. If you ever come to Lex again, call me. I will get tickets and come down.
lowco, 10#'s WTG. Keep up the good work!!
Sef, Keeping your son in my prayers for his surgery. Hope all goes well.
Gracious. SOunds like your house is coming along nicely. 10#'s from goal. Just do it! LOL. I'm starting to slow down a little too. It's makes it harder. The closer you get the more you think it's ok to eat bad things. Hang in there I know you can do it.
Have a great day. Hope to get back later.
Jackie
257/191/145
10-10-01
Debelli
06-03-2002, 10:28 AM
Good Sunday Morning Everyone:wave:
Starting this post as I sit here cooling down. I know it won't be finished before I have to leave for the day with ELI, but at least I can start and then continue on later.
Just got in from my walk, did my 4.5 miles in 50:45, no great times these days, the heat is just too unbearable to try and kill myself to go faster. I didn't get in much walking this week due to the weather we've been having, lots of rain and thunderstorms does NOT make for good walking.
Lauren had a wonderful time at her dance. I have to find someone that has a scanner to share a picture with you. When I get film developed I usually have them put on line, but her Dad got them done and didn't do it.
Yesterday was garage sale day and there were very few of them out there. What I got was mostly for my Mom, little perfume bottles that she collects, among a few other odds and ends. I didn't buy all that much for myself, just an ENZO purse for $2 and a LAWN MOWER that the guy wanted $40 for $15. I figured it was about time Michael started to earn a bit of money if he wants to do the lawn, or ELI would do it for free -though I'm sure he'll get something in return;)
My eating has been great and I've been really happy with being back OP. Last night we were invited out to dinner and I was going to get the steak (which I shoud of), but instead got eggplant parm. There was so much cheese smothered on there by the time I scraped it and the very thin breading off there was only 3 very thin slice of eggplant under it all-wasn't impressed-though ELI had the steak and I had a bite of that and it was good. This Tuesday I have a dinner to go to with the board from the school and I'm hoping that won't be a problem, as it wasn't last year. Come dessert time I just picked one and had them box it up without bringing it to the table and brought it home.
And that's been about it, I think! Life's a bore for me, really, nothing exciting to share.
Okay, now time for me to try and reply to all these wonderful posts!!!
TRANQUIL, have to be careful with the triscuits. I lent out my SB BOOK, but I thought that 3-4 was a serving, as TONI mentioned as well, though I'm not sure what a serving size is on the box. If what you posted the other day was a typical menu, I'm wondering if you are eating enough. It amazes me how people can suffer through a heart attack and continue doing exactly the same thing they've done that caused this to happen-and they say smoking isn't addictive?!? How's DS doing at Grandma's-how are you doing without him? Glad to hear you had a nice visit with MELF and family-I'm sure someone took some pictures, right?
TONI, not sure if there's a TRADER JOES in Springfield, you can check their website to see http://www.traderjoes.com Even if you are able to find one within a few hours drive from where you are, it's worth it!
DARAMUS, I figured by now you got your answer on your weight and body fat. I'm sure you're just building up all that wonderful muscle that weighs more than the fat you are losing-keep up the great work!
BETH, before you know it, 50 feet will turn in to 100 feet. I wouldn't of believed it if I didn't do it myself! You'll be amazed at what you can accomplish. Nice tatoo! CONGRATS to DS and his team!!!
JENN, big tatoo you have! WOW. If I ever thought about getting one it sure would have to be small, with all the wrinkles on this old body of mine, it would probably look like a prune, no matter what I had done.
JACKK, no date for Lauren, wouldn't allow it even if she wanted, too young-no, she just went with her friends and had a great time. Are you flying in to Ft. Lauderdale when you come for your cruise? Do you know what you time frame is from the time you arrive here until you leave? I'd love to be able to meet you somehow when the time comes-let me know!!! Kudos to you for getting out of bed on Friday and getting in your walk when you could of slept in-doesn't that make you feel great! Thanks for sharing the your account of the dinner and the dress-congrats for all you've accomlished!!! You are braver than I, my dear, I wouldn't even think of wearing a bathing suit in my house, not even a birthday suit-not sure which is worse!:eek: I think if you haven't yo-yoed up and down with your weight as I have for my entire life that it's possible to tone up arms-mine are beyond toning and the only thing that would ever help my wings is surgery:(
SEF, glad to hear you had a wonderful time with MELF and that she FINALLY got some pictures of our infamous Shirley!! Can't wait to see that mug of yours. I'm so happy you finally had a chance to meet up with her. Thanks for sharing all the wonderful details of your visit. Sounds like you put out quite a spread for everyone. I hope you'll continue to have the chance to meet others in the near future. The WW Muffins I get are from WHOLE FOODS, their own brand-they are simply wonderful! I do have recipes for WW muffins, may be one already posted on one of the old recipe boards if I'm not mistaken. Me do a cheesecake pose-LOL!!!!:lol: NEVER!!!!!!!! When is DS's surgery? I had the something similar above my left ear, did it outpatient-thankfully, they didn't have to shave but a small patch of hair. Hope all goes well with him-let us know.
BOB, glad to hear you're feeling better. To answer your e-mail, I put the recipe boards up at the stop as sticky threads. With so many boards, they tend to get lost on later pages and I thought having them at the top would be more beneficial-any thoughts? I told Michael about BB, he's happy they brought back THE MOLE, I'll probably watch the Hamptons, see how the other half lives. I want Amazing Race back, love that show!!!
MEL, wasting away I see, boy, size 4-CONGRATS! You are definitely smaller than I. Tell me, when you cut out the starchy carbs for yourself, do you notice any difference on your weight loss, or is it just how the way you feel. Today is my 5th day of no starchy carbs and honestly, I can't even say why I've done this other than to see if the scale will go down any better. Won't continue doing it for long though, but will limit it to 1-2 a day-it had gotten out of hand for a while.
NANCE, I'm with you on not having a tatoo but yet sporting some major veins and stretch marks, along with surgical scars!:eek: I loved your antidote to CHRIS for those donuts and other gross foods-I'll have to remember those next time I want to have something off plan! I'm all for the move to Ferndale-when will my room be ready??? As long as it's near a TJ's, I allow this move.;) Hope the scales are down for you and you didn' go all out over the weekend eating off plan-can't be good on the weekdays only to screw it up royally during the weekend-sorta counter productive, don't you think? Great going on the cholesterol numbers!
GRACIOUS, how did all the tests come back? Hope all the numbers are good. Sounds like the graduation ceremony went wonderful for DS! I bet he was adorable!! Did the mascara run? As for the weight, remember, it's just a number and if you feel good at your present weight, then fine. If you lose anything more, than that's great, but if not, you are liking how you feel now. I would say to give yourself a cushion and not go over that set number, and if you do, get staunch and right back OP to get rid of those excess pounds.
MONET, glad to hear you'll be properly clothed for the wedding-suit and all the accesories sound just perfect and I'm sure you'll look smashing in your new duds. Glad to hear you got DD her shoes so easily. It's the little joys like this that make life wonderful!!!
FRUIT, me seal the grout, no way, too much grout. If I thought my arse hurt before, this would surely put me in a butt cast. I made my small family room into my kitchen as well, and my tile runs into my dining room too-so there's LOTS of it. No, this is a job for SUPER FRUIT, not Deb! Good luck with the surgery tomorrow. Please let us know how things went ASAP!!
MAMA, things will definitely get easier as time marches on. Not only do I think it's wonderful that you are taking hold of your weight situation, but to be trying all these wonderful and delicious new foods is opening a whole new tasting experience for you as well. I do want you to make SURE you are eating enough. If you don't, not only will you stop losing, but your metabolism is going to slow down considerably. Don't think less is better, not when it comes to caloric intake. This may be why you are so tired, something that can easily be remedied. I suggest posting a day of everything you've eaten so we can help assess how this is going for you.
ZANNE, glad to see you back in the swing of things. I too feel much better when I get my usual exercise in. Thanks for the explanation of foot and mouth, sure sounds icky. Glad to hear he's doing better. How does one get that?
COUNTRY, it is true, those who eat breakfast tend to do better not only in weight loss, but how they feel the rest of the day. Remember, breakfast, the word, comes from breaking the fast from the night time. You can definitely become a breakfast person, it's a change for the better. LOL! I haven't a clue about what type of bow I TRIED shooting. I wasn't very good trust me. Aussie pups? How many? What are you going to do with them, sell? How's the blind one doing?
TREE, CONGRATS on dropping those 3 pounds! Sounds like some good choices for protein you now have. Dairy doesn't bother me at all and I've been reading so many reports on how dairy seems to HELP weight loss. I do drink Lactaid Extra Calcium though, not because I'm lactorse intolerant, but ELI is and it's easier to buy just 2 milks instead of 3 (kids have their own that I use as well), but I like the extra calcium and it's lower in calories than the store brand extra calcium-also helps that I have a ton of coupons too;)
ROSE, which Mexican rest. did you go to in Hendersonville? I wonder if it's the one by the FOOD LION, my Mom said she heard it was good there-let me know where and what your take of it was. Which HFS did you hit up there? Hope you are feeling much better.
CHRIS, I'm sure you'll be pulling those boxes of smaller clothes out before you know it. I too am not a big bread/carb lover, but put something like a sweet cookie in front of me, a piece of cake, then the combo of carbs and sweet makes me crazy! One piece is NOT going to kill you, nor will too. It's the problem when it gets out of hand!!
GUMBO, WELCOME TO THE BOARD!! http://members.aol.com/eldemila/welcome_flowers.jpg Glad you've decided to join us:) I'm sure you'll drop those pounds and we're all here to help and support you. There's quite a few teachers on this board as well, so you are in good company in more ways than one. Where exactly are you from??? With the name GUMBO, I'm guessing one of two places.
JBUG, I take it that almost all of us on this board has been on a diet before, probably more than one and here we find ourselves once again having to lose weight. I think we need to find out WHY we keep self-sabotaging ourselves. There's underlying problems I believe. Mine was trying to please others, and being an emotional eater, for the most part. Also, I found that when I stuck with SB that the emotional eating portion stopped, it's like the sugar had something to do with it, hard to explain. Is it that you see the difference, but need it validated? Not a psychologist at all, just throwing in my 2 cents.
LOWCO, Congrats on your loss, 10lbs is wonderful.
Well, here it is MONDAY and I'm now caught up with individual posts-took me long enough, eh?
This morning SOMEONE was tossing and turning in the bed and woke me up around 5am-figured since I was up and that I had to take Michael and then Lauren to school that I'd get in my walk/jog in, so at 5:30am ( or as NANCE says, dark o'thirty), I was out the door and did my exercise in 46:10-not bad when the sun ain't shinning!!
Yesterday ELI and I went for lunch and then to see ABOUT A BOY which I liked very much. Afterwards we hit the Carbolite place, had them put 3 flavors in the cup-vanilla, blueberry and NY cheesecake-yummy!
My computer is making the worst grinding noise and I'm in fear that I'll soon be screaming the blues-not sure what the heck to do, don't have the $$$ for a new computer and surely don't know a dang thing about what to buy if I did-but it may come down to the point that I have absolutely no alternative if this one is dying a slow death and I come home to find it a goner.
Well, I'm headed into the kitchen to get something to eat for breakfast. Good news is I've about already had 1.5 liters of water this morning-go Debbie, go!!!
I'll check back later with everyone!
Have a wonderful week!
Debbie
194/12?/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
Debelli
06-03-2002, 10:31 AM
Sorry it's taken me so long to get these up to share with you. Here's a pic of MEL & I at the Carbolite place!
Debelli
06-03-2002, 10:33 AM
PICTURE #2 WITH MEL & DEB IN SUNNY FLA!
Debelli
06-03-2002, 10:45 AM
UGGHH!! I have pics of FROG to post and they were deleted on line already! Have to find someone with a scanner now:(
Ellen
06-03-2002, 10:52 AM
Good Morning everyone!
I had a really busy weekend. I finished painting the kitchen last night, and did some touch up this morning. Now all the interior decorating is done, and I just need to concentrate on wedding stuff. I hardly know where to begin! I am NOT a detail person, so I am sure I am going to realize come Friday afternoon, there are a number of things I was supposed to do that did not get done. Thankfully, I am an extremely laid back person, so I will not stress out over the little things that are not done!
Today, we make cream cheese mints, and clean. Tomorrow, we clean. Wednesday, we clean. Thursday, I have to do cakes, and everyone else has to ....clean. I feel like the house is a pigsty! Tomorrow is trash day, and I am determined to have lots of stuff to put on the curb. A nurse friend of mine says she gives her house an enema every six months...so that is what I plan to do...give the house an enema!
I have been relatively good about staying on program, but have had a few slips here and there. Weight seems to be holding ok, however. I would love to drop another few pounds before the wedding, just so my clothes will be looser (they are not TOO tight...just would like the feeling of more room).
Hope I can check in regularly this week. Tomorrow is my sister's surgery for breast cancer. Please keep her in your prayers.
Have a great week, everyone!
Beth2374
06-03-2002, 10:54 AM
Just got off work, heading to BED!!!!!!!
My Triscuit box says 7 is a serving :)
music teach
06-03-2002, 11:13 AM
Hi all. I'm here at school but with no kids in the building.:) Sarah has basketball camp this week, so I'm hanging out in my room while she does that. I did get my walk in after I delivered her to the gym.:smug:That's the first in a loooong time, so I was really puffing. I've decided that it's time to really get serious about staying OP, so recommitment time for me. I start teaching a music class at the community college this afternoon so that will be something to keep me busy for a couple of weeks. Also my mom has her appt with the oncologist this afternoon, so please keep her in mind and prayers. Well, it looks like they are about done in the gym, so I'll sign off for now. Hopefully I can check in more often this summer.
Melf
06-03-2002, 12:11 PM
OK, I'm at the public library, so I don't have long, but wanted to pop in & say :wave: We had a great trip here. A little longer on the road because of our stops, but OHHHHHHHHH What JOY those stops were.
Shirley, again, thanks for your gracious hospitality! The lunch was wonderful, but finally getting to meet you was definitely the high-light of the day! My DS & BIL also had a good time & still talking about who much they enjoyed the visit. Tranquil told me about the spider incident in the pool. LOL
Sorry, the rude librarian just came told me to get off... I'll check in later.
Tranquil
06-03-2002, 12:16 PM
Hi all:
Today will be my first day with a personal trainer - ahhhh!!! I am scared! But, excited. My muscles and bones were screaming last night because I set up the antique twin bed I am storing for a friend in my guest room, moved my great grandma’s dresser in there - cleaned drawers - threw out tons of junk and gave away stuff as well - and now after hanging curtains, pictures, shelves, etc., I have a lovely guest room for anyone who decides they want to visit me :) I am tackling child’s room next! Nightmare!!!
Gracious - Glad to hear little one did well singing!! Bargain shopping, so much fun! After I met Melf I ran over to the Liz Claiborne outlet store and bought a gorgeous top for $9.99 - originally somewhere in the $50 range!!! Feels good :) You know the right weight for yourself and when to stop losing :) Keep up the good work!!!!!
Jack-K - You are an inspiration!!! Your post hits home on me :) You Go Girl with fitting in your DD’s dress!!!! Don’t let the bathing suit burst your bubble! You need to think about how you looked in a bathing suit 67 pounds heavier! Also Kudos for turning down
dessert and potatoes!!! Yahooo!!!!!
Sef - That is so great about your shopping too! Everyone has been doing so well with getting smaller clothes! Hope all goes well with your son!
Deb - Do you know how much of a goal setter you are for me? I am so eager to get to 4.5 miles on my evening walks! I know what you mean about the heat - I am now carrying water with me and sometimes want to just wear it, not drink it! Good going on the Enzo purse.... I am going to cut down on the Triscuits :) . Deb, that is my typical day - I don’t really eat too much because I am so busy. That is why I have to be careful when I get home now not to overeat to compensate for it = I will go to the grocery store after work today and get some healthy (no starcy carb, good for you) snacks - some veggies to chop up, fruit, etc. DS called last night and he is happy and settled in with Gramma....they are doting on him....so far I am doing well without him, been keeping very busy at the house so not to miss him. He won’t call me until Thursday evening.... I know he will be fine :) My friend is supposed to download the photo she took of Melf
and I today and email it to me.....
Monet - Good thoughts and Prayers your sister’s way!!!!
Beth - Sweet dreams!!!
Music - Good thoughts and Prayers your mom’s way.... Good for you with walk!
Well I have to get to work!
Sabrina
Toni48
06-03-2002, 01:05 PM
Good morning everyone. Hope your week-end was great.. Mine was just fine.. I finally got out and walked at a campground yesterday evening. I sure couldn't go far, 20 minutes about killed me. I also worked with some small weight on my arms and shoulders. So today I'm so stiff. I'll get around shortley and loosen up. I hope I do as good the rest of the week as I did yesterday. My eating is going well. I'm having a little trouble getting enough vegetables and my fruit in. I'll try a little harder today on that..
Tranquil- Oh you lucky lady, a personal trainer! Good luck, I'm sure it will be great.... Your room sounds so nice. I just love antiques and old stuff... Most of my house is done in it...
music teach-Good luck on your recommitment. I know thats so hard to do and I commend anyone that does this... Prayers for you Mother..
And good wishes for your new class at the colledge..
Monet-Guess you need to start writing down as you think of something and then you can go back and do it. That usually works for me. Sounds like you are so busy and what a gal... Yum the cream cheese mints sound good. Prayers for your sister tomorrow... Maybe you'll be able to stay OP and doing all that work is lots of exercise. Hopefully you can lose a few lbs..
Debilli-Oh lady you do so good with your walks, that would be a dream to be able to walk that far in under an hour. Would love to see the pictures of Lauren. I'm so glad she had a good time.. You always seem to find the best bargains.... Thank you so much for the web site.. I book marked it so I can go check it out. Hope you're computer is alright sounds like its in pain... Like the Joy in effort motivational!! It does make one stop and think...
Jack-K- double wow about the dress. What a thrill that must of been. I can dream someday I'll be down and can buy something new and think I really do look good in it. Of course my dream is a real size of jeans... I didn't like me in a bathsuit when I was small.. I know all the after affects of me being so heavy the last few years has made it so I'll never get in something like a bathing suit. Oh well.... You've done so good and lost so much...... I can't believe what a long way you've come, I look at your numbers and am in Ahhhh of you....
Gracious- I'll bet your house is looking so good... Gee just ten lbs from goal... Maybe you could plan ahead for your week-end meals and have things in the freezer that are quick to heat and eat.. Hang in there you're so close and should be so proud. How is the look on your face going to be when you step on that scale and you've made it... Really made it to your goal...
Well guess its time to sign off for now.... Need to go to town and get some things done.... Have a great day everyone....
213/188/130
Jenn in MN
06-03-2002, 01:24 PM
Hi everyone,
Once again I am waaaaaaaaay behind on my posting. :(
Thursday night Dan and I went to Outback, where we split wings, salad, steak, and I didn’t eat any bread nor dessert! Only problem was for some reason I had a horrible (and I mean horrible!) upset stomach later that night. The only thing Dan didn’t share with me was the bleu cheese dressing – I’m wondering if that was the trouble.
At any rate, after being up all night, I called in sick to work and slept all day Friday and most of Saturday. It really wore me out. The good news is I lost the 2 lbs. I had put on, so according to the scale at home, I’m 180. :)
Didn’t stay OP Sunday – too much time running around, so when Dan and I met for dinner, I was starving. That’s never good, because I don’t plan what to eat. Ended up with a huge hamburger and fries. How come my stomach didn’t complain about that? :shrug:
But here’s the best part of my weekend: I BOUGHT AN ELLIPTICAL trainer/machine! *happy dance for me*
I gave up my gym membership. Figured after 11 months of not going, that it wasn’t working. So I’m a slow learner! Dan and I tried to figure what would work the best for me, and I decided that having something IN the house, where I can’t make ANY excuses, is the ticket.
I am planning on joining Curves for Women – I want to supplement the aerobic exercise with something to tone and firm my muscles. I am just SO excited that I have this thing in my house, waiting for me to come home and finish assembling. :lol:
That’s about it for now. Having a bad day at work, so I am trying really hard not to say, “Heck with it.” Don’t want to head for the cafeteria at lunchtime – that’s about as far from healthful eating as you can get. I’m trying to keep in mind the 25 lbs. I want to lose by Labor Day.
Hugs,
Jenn
CountryMom4Him
06-03-2002, 03:04 PM
Good afternoon all! I spend far too much time on this thing. But I love it. :) It's been encouraging to read everyone's post this morning. And to see how we share so many similiar thoughts and trials on this journey to our goals.
It is sooo hot outside. I mowed for about an hour before my son called and they brought me in the house. So much for motivation. It's gonna take a steam shovel to get me back out there.
Gracious Love those garage sale bargins! Good hunting. Those new "used" shoes that my girl friend found at senior citizens for 2 dollars cost 60 dollars at academy yesterday. Kinda neat to be sportin' some high dollar shoes for free. :D
I know exactly how you feel about feeling like you are maintaining. I'm praying that you start that downward trend again real soon. I think when we've been doing this for so long we tend to need to find new motivation. When I started I just wanted to get healthy. But to be honest...now I want to reach goal and look good. :)
Jack-K You are doing soooooo good! And you will find just the right swim suit to wear and feel good in. My daughter is a tiny little thing..size 1-3 and she doesn't like herself in a swim suit either. I truly believe it's a girl thing. :) I even branched out today to mow in shorts and a swim top...It's scary but I'm out in the middle of the country. The world is safe from my casper the ghost tummy...LOL
Deb I am in awe of your 4.5 miles in the time that you do it in. I sit her and drool....one day....one day. :)
My little pup is doing pretty good. Her name is baby. We named them the second day they were born. And it truly suits her. She is blind and deaf but we are gonna try and give her a good life. If she continues to grow and thrive we will do what we can for her. She has a blossoming personality despite the handicaps. We are starting to tap the floor so she will get use to knowing before we pick her up. She loves to play. It's sad and sweet at the same time. She will just bark at imaginary playmates till she finds were we really are. When she finds you, she just licks you or gnaws on your fingers. :) Loved the pictures. Thank you for sharing with us.
Monet You wear me out woman...you are one busy lady. :) Praying for your sister's complete recovery. ((hugzz))
Beth Have you tried the triscuit crisps yet? There are 14 to a serving and 10 less calories..or 10 more. What I find neat about that is you can spread them out to a couple of snacks.
Music I am praying for your momma. You will do great with your recommittment to being OP. We are all here cheering you on.
Melf Mean ole librarian :dizzy: Have a super day!
Tranquil Too cool! How neat to have your own personal trainer.
Toni 20 minutes is good girl! You will be doing more in no time. Yesterday on our walk about a mile from the house we ran into another neighbor that has started walking..maybe it's catching on. :)
((hugzzz)) to everybody. And howdy to those that aren't at the board yet. Hope you are all doing well.
Love,
Crystle
235/150/135
Debelli
06-03-2002, 03:39 PM
Afternoon All:wave:
Thought I'd get in a post before I get too far behind.
Made a delicious lunch, baked eggplant parm. Only problem was that I didn't realize the sauce had fat in it, usually get ff sauce, but not a big deal, still legal-just have to watch my fats the rest of the day. It was good, but didn't fill me up-should of had something more filling like chicken, and could of saved a lot in the calorie/fat dept. Oh well.
I can't complain, my eating has been wonderful recently and I can feel the difference, not only how I physically feel, but mentally as well as in my clothes. Can you believe, so far today, I've had 29 grams of fiber-no dookie troubles on this end, or the other! :lol:
Next week (June 10th) will be 1 year since I reached my original goal weight. I want to make sure that I have a good yearly goal weigh in, so I'm really sticking to things 100%-hope body cooperates, should be almost TOM that day-how fun. Hoping for a good WIW this week as well:D
MONET, I honestly don't know where you not only find the time, but the energy to do all you do. You and SEF must be on the same drug!! LOL!! Good luck with your sister's surgery tomorrow-hope all goes well. Please let us know when you get a chance.
MUSIC, glad to hear about your recommitment-I'm sure you'll do fine. Good luck to your Mom today, as I said to MONET, please let us know how things go for her when you get a chance.
MELF, glad to see you made it to hot and humid but hopefully sunny Florida! Can't wait to see HAPPY'S post after you all meet up. Can't wait to see those pictures you have!! Nasty librarian!!!!!
TRANQUIL, you haven't had a true nightmare until you've experienced my kids bedroom on a mediocre day! Good luck!! I'm afraid if that's a typical day with your eating that you are going to stall out, get discouraged and then... You really need to make sure you eat more, you have to plan ahead, it's really not hard to do. Can you even imagine that anyone would ever tell you to eat more!! Good luck with the trainer tonight-wish I could do that one-on-one!
TONI, I'm with you on getting in enough veggies, fruits I have absolutely no problems with. Good going on the walking. You WILL get there one day, it didn't happen over night for me you know. When I was at my heaviest it took me about 22 minutes I believe to do one mile, as the weight dropped, caring around less weight enabled me to go faster-it will happen for you, and you will be not only amazed that you could do it, but proud of what you've acheived. I think bargain hunting is in my blood! Plus the fact, I don't have the money not to find bargains!!!
JENN, not sure if blue cheese dressing would cause you to have an upset stomach, could be from something you ate earlier. Did you know, you can get sick up to 5 days after eating something not good? When I go to OUTBACK I get the salad, minus the croutons, cheese and onions and get crumbled blue cheese instead of the dressing-delicious! Try not to let yourself get to the point that you are so famished that you'll attack anything, whether it's on plan or not-take some things in the car to always have on hand to counter attack this from happening-it will help, in more ways than one;) Good going on the eppy machine, hope you enjoy using it.
COUNTRY, happy to hear you are keeping Baby! I'm sure you'll get love back from her tenfold. Triscuit crisps? Haven't seen those in the store, may have them though, never looked for them as I really don't eat them. When I want something like that I get the WOVEN WHEATS from Whole Foods-still have an unopened box that is most likely expired in the house:eek:
Okay, I'm caught up for now. Will check in later this evening at some point.
Toodles
Debbie
194/12?129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
Tranquil
06-03-2002, 04:14 PM
I SURVIVED!!! ONE HOUR OF NON-STOP WEIGHT TRAINING - USING MUSCLES I HAVE NEVER, EVER USED NOR DID I KNOW I HAD THEM!!!! :strong:
My trainer is very soft spoken, but thorough in the routine, and encouraging. I am glad I got him to help me - I just have to get over the panic attacks I have when I think people are watching me... oh well......I will just have to get over it ;) Cardio every day - walking or biking - but weight training is M-W-F only....
Country - I bet that puppy is just the sweetest! I know they have sign language for deaf puppies, and blind puppies can get around by sounds, but will she have to learn signals by touch?
Toni - Be proud that you did 20 minutes! Don't discourage yourself - because after you keep doing 20 minutes, you will find you are doing 30 minutes, and then more!!!!! Keep up the good work - and I am with you - need to get those fruits and veggies into the daily intake rather than my desire for triscuits :)
Jenn - Congrats on your loss!!! :D Sorry to hear about the tummy trouble though! Could be the dressing - dressings are pretty iffy - they can go bad easily!
Deb - Well, I will try to eat more :) What do you suggest I eat more of though? I am not discouraged with how much I eat - I am not really a big eater - I am a big girl, but it is not how much I eat, more of what I ate..... I am not going hungry is what I mean..
But tell me - should I just add more little snacks of fruit? I can add cottage cheese instead of triscuits.... or some tuna salad with light mayo?
I am going to try and post a picture....it is at Wendy's in St. Augustine - by the outlet mall - Melf is the tiny little one, I am the big one :( and just think, I was almost 20 pounds heavier 2 months ago!
Sabrina
Tranquil
06-03-2002, 04:16 PM
I am going to forward the photo to Deb and have her put it on the site because it is not working for me....sorry....
Sabrina
tree
06-03-2002, 05:00 PM
Toni - Torani syrup (the SF kind) is a syrup you can add to your coffee (or ice cream, or italian sodas, and apparently to pudding)! I bought an SF Caramel to add to my coffee instead of sugar, then I switched to using fructose. They come in a lot of flavors, and of those a lot are available in SF too. Another brand is Davinci syrups. You'll usually see them in coffee shops (for some reason at Starbucks they only have Raspberry or Vanilla in SF). I've seen them online too. I think Torani uses splenda. They used to use nutrasweet, but it varies now between splenda or sorbitol.
*****
Someone asked about SF or NSA ice cream.
I can't stand Breyers NSA - yuck! I get Healthy Choice NSA in vanilla (just tried the choc mint chip one, not too bad - vanilla's better). I notice that if I eat a little more than usual, the sorbitol becomes VERY apparent and I don't want the rest (talk about portion control).
heartmom
06-03-2002, 05:36 PM
Well,guys. We had a nice time. Went to Pensacola and Santa Rosa Island- the water was beautiful. I am so sunburnt! As for staying OP- it didn't happen. Three whole days of indulging with fast food. I don't want to step on the metal monster to see what the damage is!
heartmom
06-03-2002, 05:39 PM
pic of Ashley at the beach
heartmom
06-03-2002, 05:41 PM
Sand....not too tasty:p
heartmom
06-03-2002, 05:43 PM
Boogie and I playing in the sand. The second day was actually cool on the beach-very breezy.
heartmom
06-03-2002, 05:44 PM
Robby,Ashley, and Boogie
Solly
06-03-2002, 05:53 PM
Hey Gang,
Boy has it been a crazy day here at work. I have not stopped. I could hardly get to read all the posts. ;)
Getting ready to head for home. Chicken salad (breaded) for the family. Chef salad for me. I'm pooped.:s:
Deb, Glad Lauren had a nice time at her dance. Thought of you Sat. The subdivision across from us a a huge yard sale. As I took my walk, I checked out all the goodies. Didn't buy anything. Not a serious yard saler. But I know you would have been in heaven. We don't have flights into Ft. Lauderdale yet. Hopefully, we can get together. Is that close to you?
Monet, You wear me out. I bet you are one of those persons who cannot stand still for a minute. Keeping your DS in my prayers. Hope all goes well tomorrow, Let us know {{{{Hugs}}}}.
Music, Glad you are back posting. Sounds like you will still be busy even with school out. Prayers for your mom.
Melf, have a great vacation. Sounds like your visit was fun.
Tranquil, Boy you think your muscles are sore today, just wait until tomorrow after your trainer. Hope you enjoy it. I really do. Best thing I ever did, (after SB). Have fun with it. Glad to hear you aren't missing DS too terribly bad. You posted before I got mine done. WTG. Hope you enjoyed it.
Toni, You are right there with me as far as weight goes. I think I am smaller now than I was at this weight before and that is due to the exercising and weight training. I won't miss a day withmy weight training. I just wish I could walk faster. It takes me 50 minutes to do 3.2 miles. Keep it up and it will get easier. Good luck to you.
Jenn, WTG on your eating at Outback. Sounds like a bug bit you. You could have eaten the burger w/o the bun and salad in lieu of fries. I can't believe that didn't make you sick. Great going on the machine. Wish I had one. What is Curves for Women? We have one here, but I have never looked into it.
Country, The little puppy sounds so cute. I'm sure it will be a challenge, but so enjoyable. Be careful cutting that grass inthe heat. Keep drinking that water.
Deb, I'm sure you will be at a good weight in time for your anniversary. You are such an inspiration to all of us. You have done so well.
Heartmom. Glad you had a great vacation. Pictures are precious. Jump right back on that wagon and enjoy the ride. You can do it.
Tree, I love my NSA ice cream. I love Kroger's brand. Now I know what is causing my "problem" LOL Never thought about it being the ice cream.
Have a great nite everyone. See ya tomorrow.
Jackie
257/191/145
10-10-01
3mills
06-03-2002, 06:44 PM
Hello Everyone. Does anyone know if buckwheat is legal? Are most cheeses legal? I have the book but I think I need to reread it, I missed the part that specified how many legal carbs you can have. Is there a specification on anything else that I missed. For breakfast I had one scrambled egg and a small glass of OJ (100% juice). For lunch, I ate lowfat cottage cheese, and 5 small pretzel sticks for lunch (wasn't hungry for the rest). For a snack I had 2 pieces of part skim mozzarella string cheese. Am I doing this right? I have trouble with protein, is edimame (soybeans in shell steamed in water and salt) legal? thanks for the help!
Gumbo
06-03-2002, 07:40 PM
Hello!
Well I have made it my second day. The eating and exercising has not been to bad but figuring out how to post a message has been the challenge. Tried posting one this morning but it did not seem to take. Please forgive me if this shows up twice!
Thanks for the hospitality. You guys are terrific. So supportive and encouraging to others. I am glad that I stumbled onto this site!
Some have asked me a few questions so briefly I try to answer. I teach in a private school here in Alabama. We are actually from Va. Beach Va, then New Orleans and Houston each for a year and now here in Alabama. I have been in medical research but when an opening for a science teacher for the jr. high come open at my daughter's school, I changed careers. It has been a joy working with the kids. Looking forward to my first summer off! So my goal is to lose some weight.
We eat out alot since my husband travels along the gulfcoast for his business. Any suggestions of how not to lose my will power when the waiter brings the dessert tray?
Have to run to my daughter's gymnastics banquet. Good evening to all!
Gumbo
sef
06-03-2002, 08:20 PM
HiedieHo All!!!
Went to NH and then to hospital. I figured couldn't do much for my sone while he was in OR. DIL said she would be okay waiting and the folks look forward to seeing me, so go. As soon as I finished I went to hospital. The doctor said he could come home today, after saying Friday to be prepared to stay overnight. He was awake and alert but very groggy and the ride on the gurney to the room made him nauseous. When I left he wanted cracked ice but they said no as he was nauseous. He has a Jackson-Pratt drain that the nurse is supposed to show DIL how to use. Dr. wants bandages to remain until Thursday.
As I was writing this they just got home. He is alert, hurting and hoarse from the tube inserted for surgery but doing okay! Thanx all for your concern. This Board is full of caring people!.
GRACIOUS: Sounds like your house remodeling is really going at a steady clip. What satisfaction you will have when it's all done! I think with the bargains you got you are giving BOB and DEB a run for their money as Mavens of the Bargain.
JACKK: Spaghetti straps?!? No way would I even do that, If I rqaised my arm suddenly I couold do serious damage to someone! Thanx for your prayers for my son. The doctor said he could come home today, after saying Friday to be prepared to stay overnight. He was awake and alert but very groggy and the ride on the gurney to the room made him nauseous. When I left he wanted cracked ice but they said no as he was nauseous. He has a Jackson-Pratt drain that the nurse is supposed to show DIL how to use. Dr. wants bandages to remain until Thursday.
As I was writing this htye just got home. He is alert, hurting and hoarse from the tube inserted for surgery but doing okay! Thanx.
DEB: Seems like you have competition in the bargain hunting department. See above. Our computer at one point was making loud grinding noises too, we were told not to run it too long that it would over heat etc. This went on for quite a while and then as suddenly as it started it stopped. Let's hope the same for yours. Have you seen the pitas in Oat Bran? Tried some I think they are good. Can't spell but I it is the Toyfanan brand. SAw them the first time when I went shopping for a couple of things before Melf came.s
MONET: Love your froends expression!!! An enema for the house. Mine is about due! As far as all the things you think you may have missed....in Recreation you "go with the flow". Everything will keep flowing whether or not something wasn't done. Usually the only one who will know is you! Prayers for your sister.
MUSIC: Maybe no school but sounds like you will be busy anyway. Aren't kids great!!! At a certain you are just a taxi service, then at some point you can't wait for them to be able to drive, then when they do other worries begin, But believe, you don't want them to stop driving so you can taxi them again!
MELF: Was surprised to see your e-mail. I'm so old fashioned I thought we woouldn't be able to hear from you until you got home! I forget about libraries, laptops or friends' computers! It was a pleasure to have you all here. I hope I get to meet your DS & BIL again. I could listen to him talk all day. I play the CD on the computer as I type. Thanks so much.
TRANQUIL: Who says housework isn't exercise? Why then do we ache when it's done if it isn't exercise? I think everyone must be bigger than Melf! She is very petite! We look like Laurel and Hardy............alright you younguns, don't say who?
COUNTRY: I like the Triscuit Thin Crisps better than the regular ones. They are lighter and not so strawy (like that word?).Although I do switch now and then for a change. I wish there was a sgww cracker such as a Ritz or Saltine. There are ww saltines by Nabisco but although I can't remember full list of ingredients, I think they contain white as well as wheat flour.
HEART: Loved the pictures. Adorable little ones. You're adorble too!
MILLS: One complaint many of us had with the book is that it's not very clear on portion control. It talks about a "handful" of nuts for instance, not very subjective. I think all cheeses are legal. I love wine cheese and it has no sugar added and is within range. Of course I don't eat a pound of it! Maybe someone else can answer buckwheat question. I think it is legal, but don't use it so didn't pay much attention to it.
GUMBO: Takes a while to get used to all the ins and outs of the Board. You'll get used to it,we've all "been there donme that"! My DS and family lived in VA. Beach and I have also been to Houston to visit a friend in League City.
Okay, time to end this. Doctor gave DS prescription for pain and drugstore said it wouldn't be ready until 6:45 p.m. Of course, now DS is hurting. He was a fraid to ask for a pill at hospital lest they say "Oh, you're hurting? Can't go home!" Honestly, men.
So I'm off here for now.
Take care all, Shirley
Beth2374
06-03-2002, 10:21 PM
Gumbo - I think you make the 5th Alabama girl on here... Me, TV, BusDeb, Hamsm.... and now YOU :) I might have missed one though, not sure! I'm in the Huntsville Area :)
Youngest DS's TBall team won their first Tourney game today! That makes 17 straight wins!!!!! The news is coming out tomorrow to film them during their next game, I hope it doesn't jinx them!!! Everyone keep those fingers crossed!!!
Well I'm off to find something to eat, I'm starved! Gotta go in at Midnite tonight, so I need to pack a snack too :)
See you gals later!
:wave:
fruitloupe
06-03-2002, 11:43 PM
Evening Everybuddy!
Thanks for all the well wishes for tomorrow morning. I go into the hospital for 7:00 so I guess my surgery will be around 9 or so - not sure and I didn't ask. My sister fussed me cause I didn't ask how long the procedure would take! HAHA! I've had so many surgeries, I'm not nervous at all - just DO IT! HAHA!
Today was our last official day of school too. Usually at this time on the last day of school, I'm dancing on some speaker in a bar room acting like a crazy fool!! But, since I have my surgery tomorrow, I couldn't go! This is my absolute most favorite day of the school year - and I'm missing it! That just means that next year I'll have to have double the fun! It is just always so fun because all of the teachers from the parish go out and party it up! So, we get to see alot of our friends that teach at different schools. If some of the parents would see what goes on - they would reconsider sending their kids to public school!! HAHAHAH! Just kidding!:s:
SEF: Glad your son made it through ok - y'all take good care of him now!
DEB: Girl - sealing the grout is easy. You buy the sealing stuff, you get a small paint brush and spread it over the grout (2 coats)and wipe the tiles clean. You can sit your arse on the ground and just scoot around! If I can do it you can! We've still got 2,500 sq ft of tile to lay in the house!! You wanna help with that? HAHA! That's laying, grouting and sealing! SUPER FRUIT to the rescue! I'll come seal your floors for you my friend!!!
GUMBO: So you lived in New Orleans huh? I live about an hour Southwest - you ever heard of Thibodaux or Houma? I live in Thibodaux and I teach in Houma. Enjoy your summer off - I know I will!
MUSIC: We are on the same schedule girl! We had our last day today and it was without kids - so nice! Enjoy your summer!
Well, I'll be back as soon as I can...shouldn't be away too long! I'll be around a lot since I won't be able to talk! Thanks again for the thoughts and prayers - y'all are the BEST!
Much love
Missy
284/239/170
jbug
06-04-2002, 12:26 AM
Well I've made it through 1.5 days on plan. I posted my goals on the other thread - so now I have to stick to them. Thank you all for your support. I almost broke down today but I thought of you all and stuck with it. I even worked out this evening, which I rarely do because my 2-year old has used up all my energy - and now I'm all awake at 10:30pm!
Fruit - Good luck tomorrow - forgive me but I don't know what surgical procedure you are having done - but you are in my prayers. And, thank you so much for your words of encouragement - you are a gem!
Beth - Congrats to your DS! You must be one proud Mama!
Jenn - I loved the elliptical trainer I used at the gym - lucky you! I have a 7-yr old treadmill that I have always used - it is a big help having equipment at home to use. I turn on the news and before I know it - workout done. We have a Curves here - you'll have to tell us what you think of it.
Heart - What a beautiful family! The sand is so white! Looks like a wonderful holiday!
Gumbo - Welcome! I am pretty new here too - the folks here are soooo friendly!! Congrats on your good start.
Sef - Hope your DS's pain subsides quickly. You are both in my prayers.
Gracious - Hope your house facelift is done soon - all that commotion can be draining. But, so awesome to see all the changes when it's done. Yeah - weekends are my downfall. We go out to eat with my dh a lot on the weekends and I let my guard down too much. Then it's the old "what the heck" attitude. Great bargain hunting!!! Maybe staying at your current weight for a while would work for you. Then when you have more ambition you can go for it full force on the last 10 pounds. Or, maybe this is an ideal weight for your body - if you look good and feel good - that's what counts!
Jack-K - Thanks for your support!
Deb - go, Deb, go - good luck with a good WIW and one for 6/10. No matter what you weigh that day, though, you have achieved a wonderful feat! How on earth do you walk that fast? I have been assuming you were jogging/running. Yeah - you're right. We all do self-sabotage. I am a huge emotional eater. I noticed when I stayed OP for several days in a row, that my need for emotional eating subsided. I'll keep trying!
Tranquil - WTG with the personal trainer. I used to use one and it was a real help.
Monet - Wow - superwoman. Love the "house enema" - mine needs one! Good luck with all the cleaning - I'm tired just reading about it. Your sister is in my prayers. What an emotional time for you.
Toni - WTG with the exercise. Weight training is the best. Worst for soreness - but all the soreness means results, results, results!
Happy Monday everyone (well it's almost over now!) Gonna go take a shower to try and relax and get sleepy -good night!
Homeschooling Mama
06-04-2002, 01:13 AM
Hi everyone! Man, this is a busy group. I lost count of the number of messages I just read. I'm going to apologise right now, because I know I'm not going to catch everyone in this email. :?:
Fruit -- take care with your surgery tomorrow. Let us know how you're doing when you can.
Heartmom -- I'm jealous. Vacation at the beach is my favorite. :love: You have two beautiful kids.
Toni and Tranquil -- My exercising consists of an evening walk. I've been walking about every other day. I just seem to run out of time in the evening. I'll probably have to change it to the morning.
Sef -- Thank goodness your son's surgery is over and he's ok.
Debbie -- Loved the pictures you posted. Which one is you?
Someone asked if I'd checked out prettyimpressivestuff.com. Yes, I did. And it was, indeed, pretty impressive. Especially the before, during, and after pictures. :eek:
Well, today -- day 6 -- I fell off the wagon. :cry: When I picked up my kids from day camp, they asked if we could go to my favorite place in the whole wide world, DQ. My BIL mentioned going earlier in the day. Even though I turned him down (nicely), that started me thinking. Then when the kids brought it up, I lost all will power. :(
My breakfast, morning snack, and lunch were all legal. :) Afternoon snack and dinner weren't. :devil: What I need to do now, is to get up in the morning and eat legally just like I'd stayed OP today. I may have fallen off the wagon, but I'm climbing right back on.
That's it. It's late and I'm heading for bed. :yawn: I'll see everyone tomorrow.
gracious
06-04-2002, 09:07 AM
Good morning everyone! Let's see here..updating...our friend came over yesterday and did a bit more work on the siding. He is slower because his injured knee but better slow than nothing! Had to call the supplier and make it very clear that we had to have the windows this Friday. They were not going to deliver them til next Friday and that would mess us up too much. I got what I wanted it seems..but we will know for certain when they arrive. So things are still moving along.
I have been cleaning like a banshee! I found a cool website that someone recommended to help women get organized with their house chores. I am an organized person already but we could all use some tweaking and improvement. With MONET and all her cleaning on the go and everyones response to the House Enema I thought someone else might find this sight interesting. It is www.flylady.net Read over the homepage and then the FLYing Lessons if you just want a quick overview. She gives some great tips and I started yesterday with some of them. Hubby already commented at how great things look! One warning, if you join up you get like 15 emails in a day because of the way she sends stuff out. You can read them or delete them as you wish. I read them quickly because most are short and have good pointers.
HOMESCHOOLMAMA- Hop back on the wagon girl, I am a specialist at doing that after the weekends now! You know what I think? I think that if I fall off the wagon with a special treat like you did and then jump back on instead of making the whole day a write off, I am in a better spot. I usually say, what the hay, and eat everything in sight. Sometimes if we just slip up a little, the scale doesn't register it the way it does when we go *whole hog*! :ink: No let it depress you, keep working at it!
JBUG- Keep up the good work. 1.5 days OP is the start of a beautiful thing, that is for sure. I think I remember someone here saying that the people that succeed the most at this way of eating are the ones who really stick to it strictly at the beginning. Try and be one of those people! I hear you on the weekend thing, but I am going to try and hang in there for the rest of June because we go on vacation the last week in June and I want to be comfortable in my shorts...which is asking a lot! ;)
FRUIT- Praying for you and trusting that the surgery goes well. We will be waiting to hear from you.
SEF- Glad to hear your sons surgery went well but I am sure you will know more once he is over the anesthetic fully. Bargain Shopping is in my blood, my mother and grandmother have set the tradition and I couldn't let them down! The mantle is being passed to me and I had to be ready.
GUMBO- I didn't get to welcome you yet so I am doing it now! I hope you find this way of eating to be enjoyable because it really is rather easy and still very tasty. You don't have to starve yourself like on low fat and low calorie diets. The dessert trolly will get easier to pass up as you go along and see yourself losing. Make sure you measure yourself all over with a tape measure because sometimes you will lose inches and not pounds and it can be a real encouragement for you at those times- it is for me!
HEARTMOM- Nice pics of the family. That water looks so beautiful and so inviting!! It must have been a wonderful vacation for you.
Okies....kidlettes are getting a little fractious..gotta run!
Tranquil
06-04-2002, 10:35 AM
I just ate an apricot for breakfast because my grapefruit was not a good one :( after a few hours I will have a few cheddar cubes for a snack.... I cannot walk tonight because I promised my friend that she and I would do something after work together - go see a movie, etc. But, tomorrow back to the gym for the Pers. Train.
TOM is due today - I have gained 1.5 pounds of water - or even more if I have lost some weight.... bummer - next week will be so great when TOM goes and the water too!
HeartMom - those pictures are great! I am so envious!!!! You need to just get back on track now that the vacation is over and get OP!!!! :D
Jack-K - Well sore muscles is an understatement, Screaming, Burning, Tearjerking Pain is more like it - hahahaha - I took two Motrin when I got home last night and then tried to walk - well after a little over a mile my arms were hurting I had to go home....I just laid down and vegetated, fell asleep early and woke up a little stiff and sore, but normal, not painful :) I guess I am getting all nice and healed today just in time to do it
all over again tomorrow ;) But, No Pain No Gain....
Deb - I took the Triscuits and gave them to someone at work to eat....that way I don’t have them to worry about =) I brought to work a grapefruit for breakfast (not a good one so could not eat it), an apricot for a snack (ate it for breakfast), and I have some little snack size cheddar cheese cubes....at lunch I will have a
big salad....do you think this will be a better way to eat?
Sef- I am glad to hear your ds is home and though uncomfortable, doing okay! He is lucky to have his mom around :) Oh I agree, housework has got to be considered
exercise :D Just wait till you see the pic - it is Laurel and Hardy of me and Melf -hehehe - I have the dark hair, heavy - that’s me, just missing the Bowler Hat!!! But it is a good picture..... and she showed me the pics of your visit and they are all very very nice!!!!
3mills - I believe the cheese is supposed to be in moderation, and low fat cheese is best....I remember reading Buckwheat pancakes were in the book as okay.....
Gumbo - You just have to put your foot down and when dessert is offered say I am Full - don’t need it!!! I don’t eat anywhere where they bring the dessert tray around, but
when they offer it or start with coffee and dessert offerings - I just say Check Please :) Willpower - and if I have eaten op, I don’t want to ruin it all with something illegal....not
worth it at all.....
Beth - Congrats to your DS’s team!!
Fruit - Hope it is all quick and easy and a smooth ride to feeling better with your surgery!!!
Jbug - Keep up the good work - stay OP and 1.5 more days can fly right by before you know it - it gets really easy.....
HomeSchool - Just do the best you can and keep trying..... don’t give up - and start finding sf ice cream if you have to have some :)
Gracious - I will have to check out that sight - I love cleaning tips.... there is nothing that makes me feel better than coming home to a clean, neat, sweet smelling home! Right
now it is clean from all the work I did over the weekend.... and not having a kid around to undo all my work ;) hahaha
Well got to get busy with work! Toodles, Sabrina
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Debelli
06-04-2002, 10:55 AM
Good Tuesday Morning Everyone:wave:
Just got in from my walk, no jogging today, wasn't in the mood, too hot. Took me 59 minutes-big difference between yesterday and today and with doing my exercise 2 hours later.
I updated my e-mail addresses for our board. If you did NOT receive an e-mail from me please let me know. You are either not on our BIO BOARD or you don't have your e-mail listed on there.
QUESTION: What do you all think of having those recipe boards as STICKIES, and keeping them at the top? Opinions, please! Should we ask Suzanne if we can have separate boards for different recipes instead, like appetizers, desserts, main and side dishes? It would be a LOT of work to get them posted on the correct boards if we decide on this and she can do it for us. Any thoughts?
Tonight is this dinner for the board members that I am on for Michael's school. I think it's at 7pm, so I'm hoping I will be home in time for chat. If not, I should be home while in progress and will try to hop on if the computer is free. MICHAEL has finals this week and next and has been on the computer a lot, so I may have to take a back seat on getting computer time. Once again, I miss the weight training class-waste of money. I won't be able to go on Thursday either, LAUREN has an awards ceremony to attend. I know she is getting an award for perfect attendance, not sure if there will be any others, though of course, I hope so:D
Was extremely bloated last night. I did eat more than I should of towards the evening, just was sooo hungry and nothing satisfied me at all, but luckily I stuck to everything that was OP. It was weird, I swear, I look like I swallowed a spare tire!:eek: The area above my belly button and below my ribs was like a tire. Better today, but I can still feel that I am a bit bloated. On a good point, I did get in more water than I normally do:)
Today being TUESDAY TIPS I just HAD to post this little tip:
In the Feb. 2002 issue of PREVENTION it says:
Your overweight guys, listen up: Every 35lbs you lose gives you one more inch of visible penis.
Okay gals, lets get those guys who need to lose a few pounds on SB! Now we can claim it will not only improve their health, but will improve a few other things as well!!!! DARAMUS, ummm, I'm not saying anything else;)
TRANQUIL, CONGRATS on getting through your first weight training class. At least you get to your classes, can't say much for myself. Soft-spoken trainer? I just want to know if he's good looking! Some of those guys are such hunks it makes you WANT to get to your WT class no matter what! You said: I am a big girl, but it is not how much I eat Have you ever heard people who are overweight say they don't know why they are overweight because they hardly eat? I was one of those people, esp. after my stomach stapling. I had, and still have a small capacity stomach pouch, yet I was able to gain all but 40lbs of the weight I had lost from the surgery (about 140lbs). I surely didn't eat a lot, but it was what I ate and how much I ate of it. This is not exactly the same as what you are doing, but still, if you aren't eating enough, your body's metabolism has surely slowed down and you aren't going to be losing. Ask you trainer his opinion, he'll tell you the same thing. You should be eating much more than you have listed. I really would like for you to do 1 day of journaling for me and then e-mail me the info. If you decide to do so, let me know and I'll e-mail you how I'd like for you to do it. I think you will be VERY suprised at the results you find. With your focus on exercise and eating right, you probably will have better and bigger results. Of course, this is all just my 2 cents, but have found this really to work the best for most-it sure is worth a try!
HEARTMOM, thanks for sharing the pics. Wish they were closer so we could see everyone better. Was nice to see that picture of you enjoying yourself in the surf. Back to the grindstone now that you are back, you and your eating OP had a vacation-you may be surprised that it may not be as bad as you think come tomorrow and your appointment with the metal monster. Glad to have you back:)
JACKK, oh yes, I love those track sales when all the houses do a garage sale at once! Rare down here, but when we go up north, it's like heaven there. Last time I bought so much stuff I thought the kids would have to hold onto the luggage rack on the top of the car to come home! :lol: Ft. Lauderdale is only 1 hour away from me. That's where OLE OLE is. Wouldn't that be great if you had a few hours between the time you arrive and your cruise! I'd love to have the opportunity to take you to my fav. restaurant. You're going out of the port in Ft. Lauderale? Most cruise ships are out of the Port of Miami. LMK when you have more info and hopefully we'll be able to work out a meeting!!!
3MILLS, yes, buckwheat,soybeans and cheese are legal. Just remember, everything in moderation, as most cheeses are very high in fats. As mentioned, the SB BOOK is quite vague and to understand why you have to know that the authors of the book took the information for the book from a book written about this WOE by Michael Montignac called EAT YOURSELF SLIM If you can get this book at your library, it will help you understand SB much better. Anyhow, the book recommends that 40% of your intake come from carbs. So, depending on your caloric intake, that will give you your carb amount. I don't know what you weigh (if you posted it before, sorry, don't remember seeing it), but from what you've put that you are eating, you aren't eating enough. What trouble do you have with protein?? Do you eat beans?
GUMBO, glad to hear you've done well your second day. Each day, it gets easier. Just remember, this is a life style change. Yes, I have to say on behalf of all the gals (and our one brave guy Daramus), we do have a wonderful group here on our boards and it seems you've fit right in, the way it should be! My goodness, you'll be feeling at home more than you know when all the gals see where you are from! Being in AL you have a few gals here on the boards from your state, and from having had ties in Texas, there's 8 gals from that state on the board and then LA, you've got a couple! I'm sure you'll be comparing notes all around soon. My 2 cents on how to handle the dessert tray...right now, it's still in your frame of mind, but as you continue on with this WOE, you'll find that you won't even be tempted by that tray, and you'll be able to say "NO THANK YOU". Once you get the sugar out of your system, you don't crave it. And, what I always say to people, esp. newbies, which do you want more, the piece of XXX or the weight loss-ultimately, it's in your hands (and hopefully, not in your mouth!).
SEF, glad to hear DS is home and doing well, that's good news!! LOL, I had to laugh when I read that your arms could do some serious damage to someone-if we ever had to duel it out, I pick our hanging arms as the weapons!!! I see I have competition in the bargaining dept-as long as we're not competing for the same exact item, I'm okay, but otherwise, whoever better look out, remember, hanging arms can be deadly, and surely I'd win, arms down for that item!!! Our computer, believe or not, is NOT making any noise today. We leave it on ALL the time, only shut it down if it's locked up. I'm sure I'll be looking for a new computer during the summer, if not sooner. I have seen that brand of pita, but can't remember if there was anything not SB LEGAL in it. Luckily I don't have to buy that, we have a ME place nearby that bakes fresh WW pita, so that's what I get. 12 loaves for $1.25
BETH, I think BUSDEB & HAMSM have flown the coop, but there are still a few AL gals here with you. Glad GUMBO is making that one more. Continued congrats to DS and his team. Making the news is pretty big stuff I'd think! Hope their winning streak continues.
FRUIT, OMG, how big is your house? I think you have more tile than I have home!!!! Thanks, but no thanks, I'm not riding my arse all over the tile to do the grout, no way, no how-but if YOU want to come down and convalest after your surgery and do it for me my answer is YES, YES, YES!!! Speaking of which, once again, good luck tomorrow, I'm sure all will go well and you KNOW we'll be anxiously awaiting to hear from you ASAP!
JBUG, glad to hear you are doing well. When you have that urge to give in to bad food temptation, always give yourself a 15 minute rule. Wait, and if after 15 minutes you still feel an urge to eat it, THEN SLAP YOURSELF SILLY! LOL! I couldn't resist. Try drinking some water, or have something alternative at hand, you can easily get through som tough times. It's hard at the beginning as you get the sugar and refined crap out of your system, but it gets easier each and every day. As you can see from the beginning of my post, I don't walk that fast, and yes, I walk and jog, stop and go basically, but walking straight I'm def. not fast. Girl, if ANYONE can understand emotionally eating, it's me. I have to tell you, not once since I've been on SB did I eat emotionally, and I'm one who would eat emotionally during a commercial before this! If you are ever in the book store, look at a copy of WIN THE SUGAR WAR by Holly McCord, look at page 144 and you'll see my short little story. Don't forget to check out page 133 and you'll see FROGLOVER'S story as well!!!
MAMA, sorry, I tend to forget our newbies may have not taken a gander at our PHOTO ALBUM BOARD or our BIO BOARD to know who's who. I'm the poor soul on the right in the top picture of MEL AND I with the ice cream. You go girl, you get right back and dust yourself off and climb into the wagon and hang on for today's ride. You'll be fine!
GRACIOUS, I read about that website just recently in a magazine, but haven't checked it out yet. I need a site like that to help me get organized, I need organization as much as I need a million dollars - desperately!!! I have plans today to tackle my walk-in closet-wish me luck, I may never come out!!!
Please remember, TONIGHT IS CHAT AT 9:15PM EST Hope to see you there! And of course, we can't forget TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!! Though I'm sure, some of you would like to forget;) I wish everyone luck with the metal monster tomorrow.
Will check in later! Have a great day!
Debbie
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Sb since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
Nancemeister
06-04-2002, 11:17 AM
Well....my post from yesterday (what post you ask???) got lost in cyber-space....I got signed off from AOL, and of course was ready to run out the door to get to work:mad:
DebBad news....there isn't a Trader Joes in my future town. Not even in a neighboring town....nearest one is in Santa Rosa, where my sister lives, so there's hope on stock ups. The good news is there are lots of small businesses...a meat market in town, local dairies, fruit farms, so hopefully the charm of it all will make up for it!
HeartmomThanks for sharing your pictures. The water looked sooooo good. Glad you had a good time, who woulnd't being in paradise!
3millsBuckwheat is legal, and cheese is legal, you just don't to go overboard with the cheese (as this Danish girl is easily inclined to do!). I didn't see any fruits or veggies on your post, except for the orange juice, so try to work on that! Are you exercising?
Gumbo Welcome! I love your name! Regarding your question....as for a fruit cup for dessert, so you have something, while everyone else is eating theirs! You can also ask if they have a SF dessert...some retuarants do to accomodate diabetics!
(and us folks!)
SEF I must have skimmed the posts too quickly, I didn't realize your son was having surgery. What happened? I'm sure with you and DIL he will be in good hands for his recovery!
Fruit Now do I need to get up at 4:00am my time to "be with you through the miles" for your surgery at 7:00am.? I got you through your other procedure, and I wouldn't want to fail you for this! Sorry you didn't get to celebrate school ending in full Fruit fashion...maybe there will be a wild-n-crazy party during the summer where you can let loose!
OKAY Confession time.....the Nancemeister has fallen off the wagon and needs someone to pick me up. I was in a rotten mood yesterday...one of those "I don't care" moods. I ate a bagel (not legal kind) for breakfast at work...someone had made homemade cookies, and a couple of those were shoved in the mouth...lunch got messed up...a pharmaceutical rep got me the wrong thing and I ended up eating Taquito's (fried corn tortilla's)
then....yes it get worse....when I got home I made stew and cornbread, and ate some cornbread.....then the family decided to have a Scrabble tournament and we made a big bowl of popcorn...WAIT....there's more....then after the popcorn, Bryers Neopolitan ice cream. I swore to myself that today could, would, should, will be different. I even walked yesterday, which usually keeps me on track. I think TOM is coming up and I'm weighing in at 237....I was as low as 232.5, so that's 4.5 pounds that need to get lost! Plus WIW is tomorrow, which is even more depressing, so I though I'd just get this all out in the open, so I can start with a clean slate today. I remind myself of what was said in the book "Today is the first day of the rest of your life", which gives me hope that I can do things right today.
Okay....enough! Gotta get ready for work...thanks for letting me whine!:dizzy:
Toni48
06-04-2002, 11:28 AM
Good morning everyone... Staying OP but need to make an effort to do something different with my food, don't you find yourself eating and snacking on the same old stuff? Need to look through the recipes and see if I can't find something I can make. Still doing lousy on my exercise. I just can't seem to motivate me...
Other than just plain gripeing all is fine the weather is warm. Been printing out birthday cards. This is birthday month for all the kids and grandkids..
heartmom- Did you post pictures and I can't see them? Sounds like you had a great time. Best thing is to get on the metal monster tomorrow and get it over with... Then you'll be starting fresh.
Jack-K- Sounds like you had a rough day. Great idea about the salads. Wish my DH would eat more of them.. A chef salad sounds good. Boy when you talk about the exercise I know you're right....
3mills- Someone can tell you better but buckwheat is legal. Sure doesn't sound like you're eating much. What about vegetables? Its 2 legal carbs a day. 6 to 8 oz. of protein. Good luck. I'm still learning stuff to.
Gumbo-Howdy there, congrads on doing well your first couple of days...
Sef-Prayers for your son.... I'm glad he's home...I know the feeling of wanting out of the hospital so bad you're afraid to ask for anything. So think I must be a whimp to, when I was in allot with my heart I wanted out so bad I would have done anything to get away...LOL
Beth- good luck at work... Those are really wild hours...
Fruitloupe- Heres praying all went well durning surgery and you have a fast recovery...
jbug- Yea for day three on the OP eating. Sometimes even an hour is hard and then you make it another hour and another till a whole day has past. I think everytime you have a little success you are building self control.
Homeschooling Mama- I know if I'd get out in the morning and walk I could do allot better... I just need to drag my butt out of bed early. I know I can do it. I think walking is one of the best.... You're right about the past is past make each day a new day...
Gracious- Is the web site the fly lady. When I used to post over at the Low carb board allot of people used the fly lady site to get organized. I don't even know where it is anymore... opps read down and thats the one. You make me want to start cleaning...
Tranquil- Well at least you know why the weight gain and it will come off next week. Hope you have a great day at work....
Guess I need to go fix breakfast.... Think I'll make two slices of turkey bacon and an egg. Have a great day.....
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Jenn in MN
06-04-2002, 11:49 AM
Happy Tuesday! Off to a grumpy start this morning, with Dan picking me up for work late after his dentist’s appointment. I did manage 15 minutes on the elliptical, which worked out to about ¼ mile. The fronts of my thighs are sure feeling it! I can only hope it’s working the backs of them as well. ;)
Nearly had a disaster for breakfast, but managed to pick up some peanut butter for my sgww bread. I need to get up 10 minutes earlier to accommodate eating my Cheerios at home!
Question. How can I tell if I’m eating enough? Let me post what I have on the menu so far:
2 slices sgww bread with 2 tbsp. Peanut butter (usually it’s 1 cup Cheerios with skim milk)
1 sm. Apple
2 chicken thighs (boneless skinless) with approx. 1 cup broccoli and cauliflower cooked with Campbell’s 98% Fat Free Lower sodium Broccoli Cheese soup
2 slices Kraft FF american cheese
1 sm. Apple in afternoon if desired
That’s it until I leave work today. How can I tell what more/else I need? Suggestions are greatly appreciated!
I was thinking of either a small steak or hamburger w/ ww bun, steamed veggie, and maybe a small salad for dinner. Last night was 2 smoked bratwurst on ww buns. We were so pooped after putting together that elliptical, we could barely manage to eat!
Deb – wow on the 1 yr. Anniversary of your weight loss goal! I can only dream of that for now. You are an inspiration! I usually do try and have food on hand. We’d planned on eating before our Sunday meetings, but because I bought the elliptical and we had to pick it up before the warehouse closed, I ran out of time. I made Dan a sgww ham sandwich, but only managed a handful of grapes for me. I’ll do better next time!
Tranquil – how are the muscles today? I’d love to work with a trainer – it sounds like a great way to develop a program just for you! Good luck with it. :)
Tree – thanks for the syrup info. What else can you put it in besides coffee? It sounds interesting!
Heartmom – wonderful pictures! Thank you for sharing.
Jack-K – great suggestion on burger w/o bun and salad! :D We go to this place every week after our Sunday meetings, so I will try this next week! Curves for Women is a women’s only “gym”, where you go and do circuit training. It takes 30 minutes to go around the circuit of machines three times, and it combines aerobic exercise with strength training. At least that’s what I’ve heard :lol: You can check out their website at http://www.curvesforwomen.com
Gumbo – Congrats on making it thru your second day. It does get easier as the cravings subside. Someday I hope to reach a point where I can look at those desserts and not be tempted, either. I try and keep in mind that pair of jeans I have that I WILL wear again. Try to find something that works for you!
Sef – glad to hear your son is doing well.
Beth – Yay on the 17th win! Hard to type with fingers crossed, but I’ll manage. :lol:
Fruit – Good luck with the surgery. I can’t imagine not being able to talk, but I’m sure Dan would like that sometimes!
Jbug – I put on Droopy cartoons on the tv this morning during my workout. It was great not having to drive somewhere to get in some exercise, especially as it’s raining here in MN this morning!!!
HSMama – You will slip now and then. It’s part of being human. Try to climb right back on the wagon.
Gracious – I’ve heard of this Fly Lady thing. Does it really work? Do tell!!
Nance - sending the wagon to pick you up ASAP! I know I have those "I don't care" days. I'm just grateful I don't have them as often. That's how I put back on my last 25 lbs. I had two months of not caring after a relationship broke up. I'm betting most of that 4.5 is water. You'll see it drop in no time!
Toni - I'd love suggestions too. I find myself getting bored with the snacks I always bring. Then it's danger territory! I need to keep stuff on hand at work, where I have a tendency to munch all day if I let myself.
That’s it for now. Hugs to all!
Jenn
Serene
06-04-2002, 12:44 PM
Hi Everyone,
I am new and wanted to introduce myself and say hello. To be honest, I am rather nervous when it comes to meeting new people, however, my friend Tranquil is always telling me about how nice everyone is in the group. I thought it was time to give it a try.
I live in Florida and am the mom of three children, ages 13, 17 and 24. I am also mom to three loving, retired racing greyhounds that are now devoted couch potatoes. I have been a homemaker for the last 18 years but will be starting a new chapter in my life due to an upcoming change in marital status.
I started SB in April along with my friend Tranquil. It has been so wonderful to have a buddy living in the same town to help me stay on track with eating. She is a great inspiration! Thank you Tranquil! I weighed 241 when I began and am now at 224. I have been stuck at 224 for the last couple of weeks. My biggest obstacle is the urge to eat illegal food during times of stress.
I'm looking forward to talking with everyone!
Serene
Solly
06-04-2002, 01:54 PM
Hey Gang!:wave:
I walked when I got home from work last nite, around 5:30. It was 90 degrees. I thought I was going to die. I was ringing wet from my hair to my socks. My DH said it is good to sweat. :?: I surely sweated 2 pounds off. This morning I decided to walk at 5:30 am, it was better, a little. It is 94 here today. I said I wanted hot.:D
Sef, Glad your DS is doing OK. Wishes for a speedy recovery.
Gumbo, Eating out can be ok. Stick with some meat, salad and veggies. I don't know what motivation would help you pass up the dessert tray except for detox headaches. Domeone posted a quote the other day which I thought was good, "Nothing tastes as good as slim feels". Good luck
Sef, I'm with you on the crackers. I want something other than triscuits. I found a ww one which I think is legal. I'll post the name and ingredients.
Mills, I believe buckwheat is legl. I use the buckwheat pancakes.
Beth, Good luck on the game tonite!.
Fruit, Prayers for your surgery today. Wishes for a speedy recovery. Hurry & get back on board, we will "talk" to you.
Jbug, WTG on ticking with it when you were tempted. This does get easier, believe me. So does the exercise. You just have to DO IT! The secret is to plan ahead and always be prepared. Good luck.
HSMama, Hurry and jump right back on that wagon. Don't let yourself go. DQ has NSA dilly bars and orange bars. Get the burger w/o the bun. There is almost always something you can do. It's no fun losing the weight twice. Hang in there I know you can do it.
Gracious, thanks for the website tip. I will check it out.
Tranquil, I find soaking in a hot tub really helps my muscles. Wish I had a hot tub. Give it a try. Don't wory, you will "work-out" all the soreness tomorrow. LOL
Deb, Hope Lauren wins lots of awards tonite. She is such a smart child. Good luck. Don't have much opinion on the stickie, cause I don't really understand it all. As far as making individual sections for recipes, they are not hard to find now and if it is a lot of work for someone, I wouldn't fool with it. IMHO.
Nance, Nance, what are we going to do with you? Tape???. Now you are going to have to lose more than the 4.5. It's not fun doing it twice. When you get that urge, call someone, get on board. Don't do it. WTG on starting again today. Hang in there. I hour at a time if necessary.
Toni, I am getting bored with my food to. That's why I asked for BF suggestions last week. I don't eat a wide variety of things anyway, so that adds to the problem. I hae a binder full of recipes, but I tend to make the same old stuff. I need to research some too. Good luck.
Jenn, I like your determination. You will get in those jeans. That's the way to think. When you go to some fast food place always ask yourself, what do they have that will work with SB, don't just thin they don't have anything. There is always a way around it to make it work. Good luck.
Serene, Welcome. Glad you decided to join us. It's a great group here. Glad you have Tranquil to help you along. She is great. She'll keep you on a tiht leash. Looking forward to getting to know you. Sorry about your marital change. I have 2 grils about the same ages as yours, 19 & 22. Good luck.
Well, it has been pretty busy here today. The girl who does our payroll is going on vacation in 3 weeks, so I have to do payroll when she is gone, so I like to do it for severl weeks before hand so I really know what I am doing. That takes up a lot of my SB time:( :cry:
I'll try to get back on before I go home. Later.
Jackie
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Mel
06-04-2002, 02:07 PM
Hi everyone- sitting here wainting for the air conditioner fixit man who OF COURSE is late, so I thought I'd post. That should gaurentee he'll show up.
FRUIT- Hope all goes well today and you can get your fingers movin on the keyboard asap and let us know how you are.
Deb- I'd forgotten about those pictures! That stuff tasted sooo good, but OMG was I sick! About your question re low/no carbs: I don't know where you got that idea. I eat TONS of carbs (and food in general). About 120 gr. /day, not including vegetables. I eat oatmeal, sweet potatoes, brown rice, barley, very occiasionally sgww pasta, just NO BREAD. How do I feel? stuffed. I think I need to cut the portions or lose 1 of those carb servings, cause the fat level is stuck again. Also eat 120 gr. protein/day. LOTS of food.
ok- fixit (or maybe not) man is here- bye
mel
heartmom
06-04-2002, 02:25 PM
Someone IM me and before I could respond, they were signed off. She wanted to know what is the meaning behind my screen name. It is simple- I am the Mommy of Boogie(Joseph) who has a serious heart condition called Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome(HLHS). In other words, he doesn't have a left ventricle(the main pumping chamber of the heart). If you would like to see his web page, then go to babiesonline and enter in Garrett as the last name.
sef
06-04-2002, 03:46 PM
HiedieHo All!!!
DS is doing fine. Walks around a little stiff, has a drainage bag hanging from his neck. Has some pain, even with the pills, so know he must be hurting as he has a high tolerance.
FRUIT: Prayers are with you. Hope all goes well. Just think you're husband will have what mine used to call a perfect wife, one that can't talk!
GRACIOUS: Apprently you wear the mantle well.
DEB: I don't ave the package up here, but there is nothing NOP on the label, only about three ingredients. WOW!! I pay that much for 6 pitas!
NANCE: DS had a very large melon sized fatty tumor on the back of his neck. He developed two several years ago (about size small lemon), but they were small, insurance comsidered them cosmetic and doctor said not to worry. But the upper one has been growing and DS is not a doctor person, so won't go to one. Then he came home one day and asked DIL to make a doctor appointment as the tumor had been interferring with head movement. Now the insurance will pay because it's considered medical necessity. They removed both while they were at it. Probably more information then you really wanted!!
Tsk! tsk! Tsk! The things we do to ourselves! I don't know how many "first days...rest of life" I've had. Too many! But we grab ahold of ourselves and start all over again! So you shall!
TONI: You and my DS aren't wimps! Misguided foolish souls maybe but not wimps. There's some kind of fortitude there that will let you grit your teeth and bear the pain to get what you want. When I had two of my surgeries he nurse would come in regular intervals with a shot at first and pills later on. I'd complain that I didn't ask for anything and the reply was usually that "No and you're not going to, don't want you to get that far along you have to". Easiest recoveries I had!
SERENE: Welcome. How nice that you have someone to compare notes with about this woe. Tranquil is a good contributor to this board. We are a good group here, caring and sharing is the name of the game.
JACKK: Looking forward to seeing if I can find the leagal ww crackers you have found when you post name etc. The hot tub is great, but I like being able to get in the pool best. Basically, I think because I can move around and exercise in pool as opposed to sitting in tub.
HEART: Son is a real cutie!
Okay gotta run to store. Hope I can get into chat tonight.
Shirley
Tranquil
06-04-2002, 04:06 PM
Just got back from errands and lunch with my friend, our newest member, Serene. I am so glad she joined.... Going to the movies tonight to see Sum of All Fears - My Dad said that all Americans should see this movie....
Jack-K - It is darned hot isn't it - they said it hit around 103 in some areas of Jax yesterday! I will be taking your advice about the hot bath tub - as I don't have a hot tub either :( I almost want to run out and buy one of those really small portable hot tubs that fits two people for $999.00 at Home Depot!!!
Mel - That is one thing you can count on are those late fix-it upperers! Your pic of you and Deb is terrific!!!
Serene - So glad you joined!!! Welcome..... You have done so well these past two months, I am proud of you!!! Keep up the good work.... now I just need you to join Gram and I and Fluffernutter (my retired hound) and walk with us - Aussie is young enough to handle the walk!
Jenn - Good for you on your new exercise machine - I am stiff still but not in pain :)
Got to get to work, Sabrina
Tranquil
06-04-2002, 04:32 PM
Sef - you were posting the same time I was and I missed you! Glad to hear your son is up and about, sorry he is uncomfortable, don't blame him for feeling some pain - sounds painful with that drainage tube and where the incision is located too! I would imagine necks are pretty sensitive - poor guy! Hopefully it will heal quickly and he will be all new again! Ridiculous these insurance companies - wait till it gets worse so what could have been a small procedure ends up being bigger one with more discomfort - all in the name of necessary or cosmetic! I am always having fits with mine when they try to tell me they won't cover the whole prescription because it is too many pills....well if it is too many, why did the doctor prescribe them that way? Are they doctors or an insurance company? They back down every time, thank goodness! ;)
Okay - back to work again :)
Sabrina
Toni48
06-04-2002, 04:34 PM
Good afternoon... Started thinking about eating and decieded I'll get my stomach headed in a different direction. so thought I would pop on....and probably talk about food..LOL...
Beth- Looks like your son's T-ball is winning all...... I can tell how proud you are... I just love hearing about him...
Debilli- good luck with your dinner tonight... You still do great walking.......
Jenn in MN- I think I read on one of the boards might have even been this one. That people take a lettuce leaf and make a wrap out of it puttin like lunch meat and cream cheese, maybe a pickle or what ever and roll it up. I know they put cream cheese in the ham lunch meat roll it up and chill it and then you can even cut it into pinwheels and freeze. So you'd have something to grab in an emergency.
Serene- Welcome, welcome, you'll love it here and its such good support. You're going to fit right in.... I'm shy too so don't worry about that... Its so nice to have a support buddy near by... that got to help allot...
Jack-K- Be sure to have a bottle of water with you when you walk, its so hot out.... I need to get up in the morning and walk to. I think we all tend to get in a routine with our food... Guess I'll make chef's salad's tonight. That was what you had last night wasn't it...?! We turned the airconditioner way low and froze this morning so we could be cool this afternoon... We're supposed to get rain tomorrow, I hope so. We have a big trail ride several times a year in our town and the heat is really hard on the horses so a little cooler would be nice...
Meliris- Oh my gosh, hope you get your air fixed with out having to give one of your body parts.
heartmom- Your little one is adorable... he looks like a real gift from God...
Sef- I'm glad your son is up walking and stuff. Its awful to be in pain, hope it gets better fast....
YellowRose
06-04-2002, 05:24 PM
Hi Everyone,
Your good wishes have finally brought me to a point that I can say that I think I will live. Bad, bad stuff! It has been almost three weeks.
I have been having a bit of fun transplanting some veggies I started from seed. We have a community garden and I also have a little garden on the hill near my house. It doesn’t get as much light as I would like but it is fun to experiment. My radishes are now at an edible size and very tasty.
Since I have been out of doors a lot recently, I have started to get some sun on my arms except for the area where my short sleeve blouse comes. I bought a sleeveless top and actually wore it when I did the gardening. No one even seemed to notice (or at least say anything). Maybe I will get rid of this funny looking tan and my inhibition about sleeveless tops at the same time. Ha! Well , maybe the tan anyway!
Sef: Yes, a whole shop with needlework is great. Come visit and we will explore. Thanks for the update on your son. I am so glad that all went well.
Fruit: I hope the surgery goes well for you. You mentioned foot problems. I was told to never go barefooted also. I always slide my feet into Birkenstocks before I get up. They are especially good for early morning problems.
Lowco: Many congrats on the ten pound loss. That is really great!
Deb: My husband and I ate at El Paso. I had the fajaitas and he had the chicken soup…sopa. We really love this place and had missed Mexican food (being from Texas) before we found it. It is located near Fresh Market. I know that Hendersonville has a number of doctors so it would stand to reason that there should be some up market places to eat there. We have found some nice places for lunch but if you or your mother knows of something really good, please pass them along to me.
Jenn: My daughter who never sticks with exercise, joined Curves for Women and has been going three to four times a week since she joined. There must be something to it for her to continue with it. I think she likes the fact that she is in and out in 30 minutes, doesn't "glow" and....she is seeing results. Good luck to you. Let us know how you like it.
Gracious: I can relate to the last ten pound problem…. I have been there (ten pounds from goal) and five pounds up from there since last August. I can’t seem to get myself motivated to the same extent that I did when I first started. Looking back, it seemed so much easier at the beginning because the pounds were just falling off. I need to get a firm plan!
Welcome Gumbo and Serene.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RED1.
Solly
06-04-2002, 05:55 PM
Yo Gang!
Well it's been another crazy day here at work. I'm beat again. Glad I have my walk and wt training all over with for the day. Don't think I could make it tonite. We had a killer storm for about 30 minutes. Lightning everywhere. I don't like storms. Sunday nite lightning hit a house down the street from us and burnt it to the ground. Scary.
Tranquil, Glad you will have a "buddy" doing SB with you. You willb e good for one another.
Sef, Glad to hear your DS is mobile. I imagine the neck is an uncomfortable place for a drainage tube anyway. You have to move your head.
mel, Hope it's not too hot there w/o a/c.
Toni, Yes CS last nite, fajitas (sp) tonite. I need to take water with me. Good idea Thanks.
Heartmom, Boogie is too precious. Always keeping him my prayers. {{{HUGS}}}
Yellow Rose, Glad to hear you are finally getting better. 3 weeks is a long time for something to drag on. Your garden sounds nice. I can't grow squat (I don't me squash!).
Have a great night all. Puter is still broke, so won't be able to make it to chat tonite.:(
See ya in the morning.:) Hope WIW is great for everyone!:)
Jackie
257/191/145
10-10-01
THE BIG ORANGE BABE
06-04-2002, 07:58 PM
EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!!!
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tasia
06-04-2002, 09:35 PM
Hi there: Spoke with Deb when I first tried to get into this website and I am afraid that I am just not too up on all this "computer stuff". I thought I would try again. Deb gave me some pointers - however - I didn't get them!!! I can't seem to find when the chats are going on and how to get into them. All in all, I am having a rough time getting with "it" (computer-wise). I am doing great on SB - I have lost 8 pounds (10 days) and am definitely convinced that I am intolerant to sugar and "white" carbos. I will keep trying to get back - I probably won't remember how I got here even!!!Good talking to you and I do enjoy reading the posts when I can find them!
Mel
06-04-2002, 11:06 PM
argh! the fixit man came and went and I'm $800 poorer. And he said I was LUCKY that the little broken part hadn't yet spewed its pieces all thru the a/c system or it would have been $ 2000!!!
I went into total failure mode and had a meal consisting of chocolate (sb legal of course haha), 1/4 jar of peanut butter (isn't that legal?) and a large spoonful of orange curd- at 99% sugar I don't think that's legal. Of course, none of this is BFL legal. I already feel like a blimp. No wiw for me.
But it's nice and cool except for rage and hot flashes!
BOB- loved the viruses. Just emailed them to all my techno-nerd friends and family.thanks for the laugh.
mel
Nancemeister
06-04-2002, 11:10 PM
Okay....as anticipated I got a phone call from the Dungeon Master. She threatend me with bodily harm if I didn't shape up, so I pleaded for mercy and swore I'd get out of my funk!
Deb What's a "stickie" (re: recipes?) I think the recipes are just fine, and I don't think we need a seperate board. I think it would be neat if the support group was the first thing you could click on instead of having to scroll down, but I don't know if you have any control over that.
Jack-K Did Deb and you have a conference? Was it her or your idea about the tape. Dan said he'll look around for that 3 inch wide electrical tape and we'll see if that works. Tomorrow I'm getting up and WALKING, so I can march these pounds off!
I still beat you with the heat...we were up to 106 today :) Lovely...don't even question why I want to get out of the desert and move where it get 36 inches of annual rainfall! Clouds everyday sounds lovely!
Sef Thanks for the explanation of your DS.....glad everything got taken care of and I'm sure he will heal just fine. My Mom has a monster one of those things hanging on her arm the size of a golf ball, but she says it doesn't bother her, so she could careless about surgery. To each his/her own!
Serene/Tasia Welcome! You will find great support here for weight and much, much more!
Well.....promised the Nadster (aka Nadia) that I'd play a game with her, so I'm going to sign off! Good Evening!
Homeschooling Mama
06-05-2002, 12:03 AM
Hi Everyone! Thanks for the wonderful support, Ladies. I've climbed the old wagon and am riding high again. I've been OP all day and feel good. :smug: I hope Monday's splurge doesn't mess up WIW. It'll be my first WIW.
Gracious -- you brought up flylady. I'm a flybaby. Can't say that my home is spotless; but it's a lot cleaner than it used to be thanks to Flylady. I'd recommend checking it out. The best part is it's free!
Nance -- Is that you standing next to me on top of this wagon? I hope so. If not, here's a set of wings to help you up. :angel:
Serene and Tasia -- Welcome, welcome, welcome to a wonderful support group. :wave:
That's it for tonight. I'm heading for bed thinking "light" thoughts for tomorrow morning's WIW. :joker:
Serene
06-05-2002, 01:46 AM
Hi!
Thanks to everyone for all of the warm welcomes! Tranquil was so right about what a caring group this is.
Jack-K, You are so right about Tranquil. She is great to have as a diet buddy. I can’t count the number of times she has said the following phrases to me: “Don’t you dare put that food in your mouth” and “that isn’t legal to eat”. I can’t sneak any food past her and her whip! As for my marital change, although it wasn't a change I wanted, I have a positive attitude about it. I have spent so many years immersed in my roles as wife, mother and homeschool teacher, that I feel like I kind of lost myself, if that makes any sense. Not that I didn't enjoy those roles, however, I am looking forward to some time of growing and self rediscovery. A top priority is to lose weight and feel better about myself. Do your 19 and 22 year old girls live at home with you?
Sef, I hope the pain your DS is having will subside soon. I am already discovering what a wonderful group this is.
Tranquil, thank you for your continued support! I will try To walk with you and Gram at least once or twice a week. I need to get back to the gym and use that membership that I pay for every month. We also need to start swimming laps in my pool now that the water is warm.
Toni48, You are so right about the great support from the Group. I am feeling more comfortable already. I guess my biggest fear is that my words won’t come out right and I will sound like an idiot!
Tasia, don’t feel alone about having trouble with all this computer stuff. I have felt rather lost myself in learning the ins and outs of what to do.
Melf, hope you are enjoying your vacation in our sunshine State. It was such a pleasure to meet you and your family on Saturday for Lunch at the St. Augustine Outlet mall. Our meeting really helped make up my mind about joining the group.
Serene
gracious
06-05-2002, 09:32 AM
I am so freaked out!!! When am I going to learn?! I had my post completed with responses to everyone and I LOST IT!!! GRRR! Okay, deep breath….gonna do this again in Word. **breathing slowly**
It is WIW and I must confess I am at 166 and have 2 lbs to go in order to recover from my weekend escapades. But I am of good cheer because I know that will be gone today. I am feeling fine about my last 10 lbs and after reading some of your responses I think that those 10 lbs will just have to be patient. I am feeling really good about myself and I don’t want to become discouraged or overwhelmed because of them. They will be there when I want to really tackled them, I know that!
The side of my house is fully complete, including gable vent and it looks awesome! Today looks like rain so I am not sure what can get done. Friday and Saturday are also calling for rain and that is very sad because those are the days that the windows are supposed to go in and you can imagine rain is not good when all the windows are out of your house…please pray that the sun over rules!
SERENE- Welcome to the board and I trust you will feel more comfortable as you get accustomed to things around here. Do not worry about how things come out, we are not a pile of writers trying to publish books, we are just ladies who are facing the same kinds of hurdles in life and find fellowship in our common experiences. It is wonderful to have Tranquil to walk with. I live in the booners and wish I had someone to do that with. I also have young kids so it makes it harder to get out of the house when hubby is not here to watch them.
HOMESCHOOLINGMAMA- I am a FlyBaby too! I love it. I thought I was pretty good at keeping my house tidy until she pointed some things out to me. I realized that I have a couple of nasty HotSpots that I tend to leave until they get crazy..now I am nipping them in the bud and it looks so much better! The free part is great too!
NANCE-Sounds like the DUNGEONMISTRESS did her job well and you now find yourself back on the wagon. It is always making the rounds so we can jump back on quickly. Hope you get yourself strapped on good!
MELIRIS- 800 bucks would make me cry! It is basically in the 70’s here right now on the nice days so it is just perfect! When I see the temps you guys have down there in the 90’s and 100’s I can’t believe it! I can see why you have to have the AC in tip top shape! We haven’t even turned ours on yet and probably won’t until July.
TASIA-Welcome to the board and congrats on losing the 8lbs in 10 days..that is marvelous! I hope you find your way back to post again.
YELLOWROSE- You said: “I need to get a firm plan!” That made me laugh because I thought: “I need to get a plan to make me firm!”
TONI- Great idea about coming to the board when you wanted to eat…did it work???
TRANQUIL- Good recruiting to the board! We will have to double your commission!
FRUIT-How are you doing????
BETH- Your son is doing great…17 straight games is awesome!
DEBELLI- How did the walk in closet go? Did you find your way out? FLYLady tackles things in smaller chunks so you don’t get overwhelmed. That is a struggle for me though because I want it done and I want it done now!
JENN- I think the FLY thing works yes…but you have to want to do it, just like everything else. But once you see how great things can look with just a little effort, that becomes your incentive!
SEF- Good to hear things are coming along for your son. Those drainage things can be kind of scary looking but needed to heal of course.
HEARTMOM- I knew Boogie had the heart problem but didn’t know the extent of it. Are there plans for surgery in the future and can it be corrected? {{hugs for you from a fellow mom}}
Okay, I think that about does it. I am going to try and transfer this thing…if it dies I can’t repost. I am a FLYBaby after all and have to get my butt in gear and get cleaning! :)
Homeschooling Mama
06-05-2002, 09:33 AM
My first WIW is here! Last Wednesday, my first SB day, I weighed in at 275 lbs. with 54.7% body fat. Today I weighed in at......drum roll, please......271.8 lbs. and 54% body fat. :jig:
When my husband was on Atkins, he bought a computerized scale that does more things than I can figure out. The body fat measure comes automatic with the weight. Something about shooting a vibration through my foot. Doesn't sound very appealing, but I can't figure out how to shut that part off. :shrug:
Gotta go and get the kids off to day camp.
Hope everyone has a wonderful WIW. :wave:
CountryMom4Him
06-05-2002, 10:26 AM
Good morning. Back up to 155....up and down..up and down...I feel like a yo- yo. :) Oh well, it's all part of the journey. I ate some no-no's yesterday and I'm plum wiped out this morning. My energy level truly is nil. A lesson learned..some cheats are NOT worth it.
Welcome to the new members.
Love,
Crystle
235/155/135
Debelli
06-05-2002, 10:33 AM
Good Wednesday Morning All:wave:
Got my walk/jog in this morning. Very hot out there and probably did about half & half in 47:40 - definitely NOT worth killing myself with trying to jog when I only was a 2+ minutes faster than when I just walk. Three days in a row, seems I'm back to norm, in a way.
Last nights dinner was okay. I wasn't too impressed with the food, though the WALNUT CRUSTED SEABASS was delicious! I had never had that before and it was the lightest fish I'd ever eaten. They started out with soup which was some navy bean, found chunks of potato and carrots, so just pulled out the beans. The salad was Caesar, just ate a little. The main dish besides the fish was two potatoes and some veggies topped with corn, didn't touch any of that and didn't even bother to box it up to bring home. THEN there was dessert. They had about 20 different ones, so I called home to see what ELI would want and he chose the Napolean, so I just asked them to box that up to take with me. Sooo, here I sat with this huge Napoleon in a box, in front of me, (mind you, I don't really care for Napoleans that much) and one of the gals at the table says how good her's tastes, so I had a taste of the cream-and a little more and then had some of it, but not all that much. I had thought before arriving at the dinner that if I did decide to partake in any no-no food:nono: that I would go ahead and have it and then repent tomorrow. Sooo, on the way home, talked to NANCE, confessed to eating some of this gross dessert and told her I felt sick, which I did and upon arriving home, payed homage to the porcelain thrown by giving my dessert up!:eek: Too bad I decided that I was entitled to something else, cause I really could of said I ate perfectly for dinner, but decided to finnish up the little bit of the ME sweets we still had in the house-really, not too bad, but could of been better. I had so many wonderful days of eating I figured this one evening would be okay if I did indulge. I thought, after being at goal for 1 year (almost) that once in a blue moon, or in this case, going to this restaurant once a year and partaking in some things I normally would not, won't kill me IF I am able to get back on track-which is my intention for today. Hitting the pavement yesterday and today should help counteract this as well.
So, with that being said, and it beings WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY I can happily report that I am still within my cushion, though at the high end of it, weighing in today at 124. Next weigh date for me will be Monday, on my goal anniversary. I hope everyone has great WIW results!
ELI is off today, so we are headed up to Broward to have lunch and then he has to stop by his "sister store" to get some info on how they run their drive-thru as well as their scheduling, so I'll have about an hour to myself while he's busy-love exploring new and unchartered stores;) Afterwards, time permitting, we may hit a movie up that way and of course, on the way home, stop for Carbolite.
Going to try and reply to as many post as I can before I find myself having to get into the shower and ready to go. If by chance I don't get to reply to everyone right now, hopefully will get to pick up where I left off tonight.
NANCE, (this is what I wrote before talking to you last night..)okay, so you're NOT allowed to move at this point! No TJ's, no move, simple as that. How far is your sister from that town? I just couldn't imagine moving away from a TJ's, it's like cutting off your right arm. NANCE, NANCE, NANCE, what am I going to do with you! You know how wonderful and upbeat you feel when you are OP! What makes you go off the deep end? It's not just going off the deep end, it's sinking into a deep hole as well. True, you come out, but then look how crappy you feel afterwards. I think I also just described everyone on this board that's hit rock bottom when going off plan, including myself. Why don't we ever remember how it feels so good to do the right thing as we indulge in the wrong. Shall I get the DETOX DUNGEON set up and come out there? Will a phone call suffice???? Heck, I know you'll be fine-remember, I do have the utmost confidence that you will/can do it!:D Loved talking to you girl. Don't see your butt on line this morning, does that mean you are walking this morning?????
TONI, I'm one to eat the same stuff over and over again. I've read that it's not that bad to do it, at least for some people. I know when I eat something usually how it will sit with me and fill me up. I don't like going to new restaurants as a rule, but when I do and find something I like, then I basically stick to that one dish. Should I ever change my order at OLE OLE, they'd about die. They see me coming in the door and start my salad before I even sit down-I'm that predictable, sorry thing that I am. Though, once in a while, some recipe may spark my interest and I'll try it and find I'm happy to have done so. Have you tried the CRUSTLESS SPINACH QUICHE???
JENN, what's your current weight? I can tell you approx. how much you should be eating based on that. What those starchy carbs-you may be eating too many based on what you put and what you thought you may eat later. Why does Dan get the sandwich and you only a handful of grapes? Now, now, don't want to spoil him too early in the game, do you? LOL!
SERENE, WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!! http://members.aol.com/eldemila/welcome_flowers.jpg I'm thrilled you've decided to join TRANQUIL and all of us on the board. You are indeed lucky to have such a good friend so close-what great support. Now, you not only have TRANQUIL'S support, but ours as well. Of course, we all welcome you, but us FLORIDIAN'S really welcome you aboard ten-fold-those Texas gals where beginning to take over! LOL! It seems you've been doing great thus far. I'm sure with an impending divorce wanting to eat off plan during times of stress may seem like the thing to fix that feeling, but I believe it just adds to the frustration of it all. Just stay focused and you'll be feeling better more ways than one. You do have a housefull, don't you-3 greyhounds! How many of the kids are still at home with you? What type of job are you leaning towards finding? I hope you'll feel right at home as TRANQUIL does and I look forward to meeting you soon-we'll be having another Florida SB GET TOGETHER in January 2003, but maybe you and TRANQUIL can do a weekend getaway and get down here to Miami for a visit beforehand-door is always open!!! Once again, WELCOME!:D
JACKK, hope you take lots of water with you when you go walk in this heat-it's brutal and you really want to make sure your well hydrated. Actually, the awards ceremony for Lauren is tomorrow, last night was a board dinner for those of us on the IB BOARD at Michaels school. But, I did get a certificate of appreciate from the head of the IB DEPT. for my help:D
MEL, didn't think you were eating any starchy carbs was what I meant, but I see I was wrong. I didn't eat any starchy carbs for 5 days, did have a small piece of a very dark grainy pumpernickle roll last night that I forgot to mention in the beginning of my post. Why no bread??
HEART, OMG, what a face, BOOGIE is absolutely adorable!!!!!!!!
SEF, I think the brand of pita you are getting is thicker than what I buy, mine is thinner. Per serving is an ounce and each pita is about 2 ounces, I believe. Have you ever tried making your own??? Glad to hear DS is up and about.
TRANQUIL, glad you've convinced SERENE to join us! How was the movie last night?
ROSE, will tell my Mom you liked El Paso. They don't go out all that much when they are up that way, they eat more at home, though Dad likes hitting Ryans on steak night. I'll ask them if they find any good places to pass them along to me and I'll let you know. Still haven't decided whether I'll be treking up to NC again during the summer, but will let you know if I do.
TASIA, WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!http://members.aol.com/eldemila/welcome_flowers.jpg Glad you've decided to join us. Hope you find your way back and continue to post. Please let the board know a little more about yourself when you get a chance. We're all more than happy to help you achieve your goals and we don't want you to hesitate to ask any and all questions you may have. So far, you seem to be doing really well on SB. Continued success!!!
MAMA, glad to hear you were back OP and the wagon yesterday. Here's to another great day today! Obviously, you are starting out with a bang, CONGRATS on your loss this week-that's awesome!!! Now that you have that loss under your belt, it's downward from here on!!!!
GRACIOUS, I have to say, in my opinion, you do have to be patient about those last 10 pounds. As long as you've found a weight that's in preportion to what your body should be it will take some time. It took me from Feb to June to lose my last 10lbs. It will come, so don't worry if it takes a little time. You know what they say about good things and those that weight, I mean wait;) The closet, only partially got done, as you mentioned, it got overwhelming-it's like a store in my closet, full of gifts, some I had forgotten I'd bought! I have to check out that fly site!
COUNTRY, today's another day, not to worry!!!
I've been told to get in the shower, luckily, I'm caught up!!
Gotta run, be back tonight!
{{{HUGS}}}
Debbie
194/124/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
chrisb1022
06-05-2002, 10:50 AM
Hi Everyone,
WOW I can't keep up with all these posts....this is a busy board!!
I think I have been doing pretty well...I had a few minor slips. I really like the Uncle Sam cereal....it really fills me up.
Deb
What is Ole Ole?? I so wish I had a Trader Joes around. I know there is one in New Jersey.....but the traffic in Jersey is not worth making the trip. Hopefully Fresh Fields will be good.
I don't know how much trouble it would be to separate the recipes into categories, but I think it would really help us newbies!
There are so many recipes on each sticky, I never make it all the way through and usually I am looking for something in particular.
Fruit
I hope your surgery went well!
When the doc told you that you had PF did he mention a cortisone shot? It worked wonders for me....no more sore foot when I step out of bed. Are the shoes you are talking about the black and white ones? I bought two pairs of New Balance sneaks and have to keep them on all day.
Hope you are doing good!
Hi to everyone else!:wave:
Tranquil
06-05-2002, 10:55 AM
WIW :spin: is here....and I did not lose, did not gain..... I remain ever the same! 254.5 lbs. but next WIW - you all watch me, I know there will be a significant loss as not only will I have my cardio, I will be into my second week with the Personal Trainer :strong: and Deb will have me on the right track with my eating
Gracious: The 2 lbs will be gone, and so will the rest :) and that is great about the house coming along! I always feel terrific when the house looks good.... I am a home body - I want my home to be a comfort....a place of good feelings.... so I understand the glee and excitement that your house is looking good!!!!
Serene: I would be more than happy to swim in your pool now that it is so hot out there. Tonight you need to come over to my house after a good day of being OP and weigh...or go to Publix and weigh this afternoon? I have a pretty delicious meal
planned - a large Greek salad and a SB Meatloaf. That is if I can move my arms to mix the meat ;) but I am walking tonight!!! Even if I have to have Fluff drag me!!!
Homeschool: Good luck this morning with your weigh in - Keep riding on that wagon and you will be so happy and proud of yourself!!!!
Tasia: Welcome to the group - it is a very wonderful source of help and support!!!
Nance: That is a good thing that the Dungeon Mistress is whipping you back into shape! You have done so well and I hope that you get out and there and March those pounds
off!!!
Mel - Phewww that is a good thing only $800 vs $2K!!! Hope you get back on track so we see you weigh in on next Wednesday :D
Bob - Loved the jokes - passed them on to my family for laughs!!!!
Jack-K - Hope it was not too stormy! I don’t like the storms either - especially since I moved away from up North, it seems when we have bad storms, out come the tornadoes!!! :o They scare the bejeebers out of me! That is awful about the house
being hit by lightening!
Yellow - you poor thing!! Good to hear from you again!!!!
Toni - Hope the weather cools down some for your trail ride - boy am I wish I could go on a trail ride! Hey, that would be a good reward for hitting a big goal - go horse back riding!!!
Country - Hopefully next week will be a good one and you can be down on the scale - along with this heat sure is making it hard to have energy!!!! :)
TaTa All, got to get busy at the office
Sabrina
272/254.5/157
TVthatsME
06-05-2002, 11:05 AM
OK, OK – I know it has been a long time since I posted, I’ve been a very bad girl!
We went on a short vacation to Dollywood in TN and the boys had a BLAST! It seemed all we did was eat and of course it wasn’t the kind of eating that ya’ll would be proud of!!
I started back full force on Monday with SB, so I hope to get back on track now.
Just wanted to check in and say hi for right now – its crazy here at work so I have to run!
Beth2374
06-05-2002, 11:22 AM
Youngest DS's Tball team played game 18 last night, and continued their streak of wins!!!! That's 16 regular season wins, and 2 Tournament wins so far and NO LOSSES!!! I know, I know... hush already!! But I'm sooooooo proud of them! Last night was our toughest opponent yet, and it was the closest we've come to losing. Our kids aren't used to that and having to WORK for the win threw them off a little bit. Here is the link to their TBall Homepage if anyone is interested <g> OK Enough Bragging :) http://www.eteamz.com/mpracardinals/ (by the way... on the homepage, they have on white Tshirts over their Team Jersey because the White ones say 2002 Champions and have all their names on them... my son is the bottom left corner :) DH is second coach from the left, with the Tennessee Hat on)
Eating has been ok... Not nearly enough, and not enough water, but staying away from the no-no's! The schedule makes it sooooo hard! But I'm doing it!
Today is my Saturday... no work, no ballgames, hey... no kids! They went to my dad's for a couple of days... and DH went to work! I have a day to myself!! I 'could' clean the house, but what fun would that be? I'm gonna SHOP!!!!!!! :) :) :) Get myself outta this chair, get ready and go shopping till I drop! Of course I won't buy much... but hey, I'll at least get out of the house!
JENN - Be careful, I don't think Cheerios are legal... I remember reading the box. Don't worry, you're gonna look great for that wedding!!
TV - Great to see you posting!! I was starting to feel deserted by the Alabama crew!! :) How are ya doing? We should do lunch sometime, I know we keep saying that, but we need to TRY!!!
Well ladies, I'm off to spend a day doing absolutely nothing constructive and I'm going to LOVE every minute of it!!!
Bye :wave:
Toni48
06-05-2002, 11:26 AM
Good morning everyone.. Just got off my treadmill.... And I've lost 2 lbs. I'm so excited!!!! It gave me the inspiration I needed. Also walked last night at a campground..... I'm on a roll.... I here rumbles of thunder in the distance, hope I don't have to get off here fast.
Yellowrose- Oh boy I lost a good garden, and the food is so nice and fresh out of them. I didn't get mine out this year. boo hoo. By the time the rains had all came I got out of the mood... I have a hang-up about sleeveless tops to and have had for years. Even when I was down in weight. I think my sister and I got farmer arms from our grandmother..
Jack-K- Well now we've got the rain. But I'm kind of glad as it will cool things down a bit.
Orange Babe- Love you joke....
tasia- Just keep practiceing and you'll get the hang of it.... I can't remember the chats, next week I'm hanging me a note. You're sure doing good on SB. Yea for you.
Meliris-Oh my gosh, sorry about your air cond. thats a real bite.. Today is a new day so good luck. Hop right back on and yesterday is gone...
Nancemeister- Okay today is a new day, get back on the horse and take one hour at a time if you have to.....
Homeschooling Mom- Hope you do well today on the weigh in. Its really the start of a brand new week.... Good luck. Oh my gosh thats wonderful about your weight loss!!!!! Doing the weight loss dance for you.... What a neat scale you have....
Serene- Just be yourself here, thats all we all are, you're doing just fine. So you're having a whole life change, and won't the weight coming off feel great. Time for some you time......
gracious- Oh my gosh I hate when you do that. Get all your posts in and lose it. We were just having a rain storm and I was afraid lightening would start and I'd have to jump off. Yep gracious it did work. I think if we can get over the "I got to have it now's" we could do fine.. For some reason yesterday set a new motivation going...
CountryMom-Today is a new day and a new start... You're right that is part of the journey...
Debilli- I think thats good about your food. I think I do tend to eat the same stuff to. Not only is it easier but I keep slipping back into the routine of it. But once in awhile I get wanting a change... I bet I'd love the crustless spinach Quiche... Thank you for the suggestion. I agree with you Deb that this is a lifetime WOE and to be able to look forward to occasionly having a small treat is wonderful I think.
Chris- Hi Chris hope you're doing well...
Got to get off the computer.. Later everyone
213/186/130
Jenn in MN
06-05-2002, 11:36 AM
Goooooood morning!
WIW was strange for me. The scale read 182, which puts me up two, but it’s TOM so I’m not worried. Then a minute later (I always weigh twice) it said 180. I’ll stick with the higher, since it’s probably more accurate. I had to resist the urge to hop on one more time just to see what it would say.
Got in to work, only to find they’d closed the kitchen on my floor without warning for all day today. They do this about once a month, when the company flies in guests. They use the kitchen to serve snacks and lunch to the fly-ins. The thing that gripes me is that they know weeks in advance when the kitchen will be closed, but do they post a note the day before warning us??? No! So I come in, knowing my food is already here for the day, and guess what? I can’t get it out of the refrigerator. GRRRRRRRRRR!!!
So I confess, I stomped downstairs in an angry fit and bought a flippin’ doughnut from the cafeteria. I feel really disgusted and angry with myself. I can’t let everyday setbacks ruin my lifestyle changes, but once that trigger is tripped, I don’t know how to reverse it. I DID go back down and get a fruit cup, to try and “undo” the earlier damage.
Called Dan to come rescue me for lunch. If I go to the cafeteria, I’ll eat junk. He’s taking me out for hot wings and a salad. I’m trying really hard not to let this morning’s slip ruin my whole day. :(
Serene – Welcome! Everyone here is very nice. It’s great that you have someone to do SB with… kind of a built-in support.
Jack-K – Sounds like walking in the morning would be better for your health! I’d hate to think of you passing out from heatstroke! On the up side, you wouldn’t need to pay for a sauna that way. :lol: I love thunderstorms. We never had many in California, so that’s something about Minnesota that I really like. It would not be fun having your house hit by lightning, though! :(
Heartmom – what a cute picture! Thanks for sharing.
Tranquil – how was the movie? I want to go see that soon. We’ll have to wait until Dan’s son is back at his mom’s, though. I don’t think it’s suitable for an 8 year old.
Toni – when I lived in California, and was on Atkins, I used to eat at IN-N-OUT BURGER all the time. They have a “Protein Style” that you could order – it’s not on the menu, you have to know to ask for it. They’d use lettuce leaves instead of a bun on any burger that you’d want. It was fantastic!!! I eat there anytime I go back to visit.
Yellowrose – your veggies sound wonderful! What else do you have besides the radishes?
BOB – funny virus warning!
Tasia – welcome! Congrats on the loss – great job!
Meliris – what is orange curd???
Nance – 106?? Ugh! But it’s the dry heat. :lol: I grew up near Fresno, so I remember those days!
Gracious – Sounds like you have the right attitude. Those pounds will come off! Hope the rain stays away for you this weekend.
HSMama – Yay on the loss! :)
Debelli – the seabass sounds yummy! Ick on the dessert. :p My current weight is 180-182, depending on what the scale decides to read… although I don’t know how I can lose 2 lbs. in the minute I stepped off the scale and back on again. I had a really hard time adding the legal starchy carbs back in my diet for SB. Atkins trained me well… it shouldn’t be too hard to wean them down again. Thanks for the help!
Chrisb – keep up the good work. The good thing about the slips is that you can learn from them, and how to avoid them the next time around.
TVthatsME – I’m new here, so haven’t seen you before. Love your Tigger icon!
That’s it for now. Back to the daily grind.
Jenn
music teach
06-05-2002, 11:40 AM
Hi all. WIW is not a happy day for me. I am seeing the results of being bad lately. I'm at 154.5:( which is 5 up from my low. I was doing really good this week till we ate at a church function last night. A lady at our church who is from the Phillipines cooked and you know I totally pigged out. But today I walked my 2miles while Sarah is at basketball camp, so maybe that will help.
Udate on my mom: She went to the oncologist Monday. He told her the same thing that the other drs have told her--that there is not cure and it's not real treatable. But he did say that they have had some good results with mild chemo. So she will go once a week for three weeks then see the dr the fourth week then repeat that cycle. There are no serious side effects--no hair falling out or feeling sick, so she's giving it a try. She's in very good spirits tho.
No way I can reply to everyone. I'm already too far behind. But....WELCOME to all the newbies.:)
Jenn in MN
06-05-2002, 11:41 AM
Whoops, two more snuck in while I was posting!
Beth – Congrats on the wins! That’s SO cool! Enjoy your day to yourself. I treasure those days now. Cheerios aren’t legal??? Ack, I’ll have to run home and check the box – I was so sure they were!
Toni – You ARE on a roll! *happy dance for you*
TTFN,
Jenn (who is trying not to be grumpy in spite of herself)
Nancemeister
06-05-2002, 11:42 AM
Deb That's right Deb....I WAS walking this morning, and am now getting around to posting. I felt like I had 20 pound weights strapped to both ankles, but did it. Nothing worse than getting out the front door, and it wasn't cool AT ALL....already hot...ugh!
I think my sister said it's about a five hour drive from where she lives....so I could bring the ice chest to pack up with TJ supplies!
There's so many neat little places up there, I'm sure I wouldn't miss it....too much! I keep going on the weather channel web site and seeing that it's 51 degrees there and foggy, and am ready to take off! My sister in No Cal wants me to fly up next week, but as usual, I'm broke and on budget, so no extra $$ to have fun with. Maybe might try to go up next month with my other sister and take the pain and DRIVE! As long as I get to step foot in my future town...good enough for me. I think I look on the map and it's about 356 miles north of San Fransico.
Question....I found a recipe for some zucchini bread made with WW flour :)....and it calls for 1/2c. sugar....how much agave or splenda can I use?
Tranquil Sounds like you are a woman on a mission....I'm sure by next week the metal monster will be good to you, since you've been so good:angel:
HSMama I'm sitting right next to you on the wagon, front seat! I got some fresh fruit I'm going to cut up and take as a snack along with some triscuits. I swore I'd get down my 8 glasses of water today as well! WE CAN DO IT!!!
Beth You know it's WIW and you know I need to know how you've done?!?!?!?! Why torcher me like this? Get over to your MIL or that store and see what the deal is!
Where's my Jack-K????
Here's the skinny....I told Dan the Man since he won't move me out to the country NOW, that we have to get out of town this weekend to the country. 45 minutes out of the caulderon (sp?)(witches cooking pot)
is a little piece of heaven where there are a u-pick-em apple orchards and hopefully the raspberries are ready. I'll pack a picnic lunch and there are always some trees to take a nice little nap under. Counting the days, hours, minutes til TGIF!!!
Tranquil
06-05-2002, 12:08 PM
Serene and I went to see Sum of All Fear last night - I thought it was rivetting, scary that it was filmed before 9/11 and hitting so close to what happened - we sat in Stadium seating theater with great sound and huge screen! When there are blasts it is as though you are right there in the middle of it.... I like the actor that plays the CIA agent, John Clark - his name is Liev Schreiber - Yummy Man!!! hahaha
Oh - as for my Personal Trainer - speaking of Men - He is blondish/red haired, curly, probably late 20s, not tall, very fit, but not hulkish in any way, soft spoken, nothing to rave home about :strong: I like big viking types or tall, dark, and handsome - oooh la la.....
Sabrina
fruitloupe
06-05-2002, 12:26 PM
Hey Gang!
I'm dropping in for a quick post to let you all know that I made it through the surgery just fine! I have slipped and said a few words - do you know how hard it is to stay completely silent? Expecially when you are waking up from a demerol induced coma!
Heres the deal: About 12 years ago I was diagnosed with a deviated septum - which means that the bone in your nose is crooked and needs to be straightened out. Well, I went to see a plastic surgeon because I figured since I was going to have to have work done on my nose - I would just have the whole reconstructive surgery being that I didn't like my nose anyway. WELL - yesterday, the doc did my polyp and nodule removal first and then he went into my nose. What did he find? A mess! That other doctor had never straighted the bone in my nose - he had just done the reconstruction - can you believe that crap? He basically said that my nose was way worse than he expected. So, now I have gause taped to my face to catch the blood from my nose. I've got splints in my nose - which hurt like **** and I can't talk!! UGH!! I just can't believe that we paid that doctor 12 years ago to do what I had done yesterday!
So, basically that is it - everything looks real good now. Just the recouping that will take some time. Thanks for all of the prayers yesterday! I'll check back in between naps!!
Love y'all
Missy
284/239/170
GatorGal
06-05-2002, 12:31 PM
Too lazy to open up my word processing app. so I'll just type a bunch of little messages.
Debbie--The easy way to seal your grout is to go buy one of those bottles that you color your hair with. The one where you have to snip off the end to get the stuff to come out. Then go to Home Depot or Lowes and buy the longest lasting sealer you can find and pour it into the bottle. Snip off just a tiiiinnny bit of the end at the point and then drag that tip along all the grout lines, squeezing as you go. I did my whole kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, hall, etc. in 30 minutes. It is definitely worth it. And not hard either.
heartmom
06-05-2002, 01:26 PM
I knew Boogie had the heart problem but didn’t know the extent of it. Are there plans for surgery in the future and can it be corrected?
GRACIOUS- Joseph received his 1st open heart surgery at 5 days old. They placed a shunt in his heart. He outgrew the shunt by 6 mo. old and had #2 open heart surgery. Right now he has a heart catherization scheduled for the 21st. This will determine when they will do #3 open heart surgery(will be soon). He will always have the heart condition and have some physical limitations(contact sports,extensive running). The surgeries are reconstructive surgeries designed for his right ventricle to do all the work. They can't tell you about longterm survival because 20 years ago these surgeries weren't around. And without surgical intervention, it is 100% fatal. If everyone remembers- Baby Fae, the one who got a transplanted baboon heart, had HLHS. I won't keep jabbering about his heart cond because it is off topic and might offend some people- but the bottom line is that he is a true miracle and I pray that he will outlive me and have a great life.
Ellen
06-05-2002, 01:37 PM
Hi Everyone! I just skimmed the posts, and hate that I really don't have time to answer people individually. Please don't forget me! I will be back for surenext week!
Yesterday, we finished the filo triangles and I took them to the friend who is going to bake them for me. My hubby and I ran errands last night, and were gone most of the evening, but it was great to have some alone time with him. We try to spend at least an hour a day by ourselves, but it doesn't always happen, and this week is only going to get worse. Spending that time with him helped me to regroup and feel better.
I checked out the Flylady page, and loved it! I went ahead and signed up and I feel inspired! I have tons to do to get my house cleaned by Friday, but we are making progress! I am such a clutter person! I am throwing things out...the house is getting its enema! :)
I did the program for the wedding this morning. I need to figure out how you list divorced parents in it. Both are remarried. It is a touchy situation tho...the stepdad is despised, and the step mom is very well liked. Can you leave off one and not the other? Not an easy decision.
My eating has been ok. I have had some lapses, especially when I am just too hungry, and have no time to prepare something, so I grab whatever is handy. I have not been too bad tho. I probably should have gotten on the scale this morning to see what is going on, but did not even think about it!
Ok, off to clean! The wedding is only four days away now! Guess I will go pour water on the lazy bride, and get her to get packed to move out! She has been dragging her feet on this chore...she inherited her mother's clutter disease!
Have a great day! Congrats to all the losers, and those who did not lose, I hope next week......
Toni48
06-05-2002, 01:48 PM
Thought I'd pop back on cause I had to leave so fast.... And wanted to see how everyone did over the last week...
Gatorgal- What a great idea for sealing gout....
fruitloupe- I'm so glad all went well with the surgery and you're on the road to recovery. Take it easy and have a good rest...
Tranquil-Can't wait to see the movie.... I hope its going great with your trainer...
Nancemeister- Pick me an apple... Sounds like a bit of heaven. I love a good picnic... Yea for the walking this morning... We got some rain so are now cooled off for a bit....
MusicTeach- 2 miles is great!!!!! This is our new week so we can do it...... Sure wish your Mother would have had better news. I hope the chemo helps..
Jenn in MN- Hurray for your loss... My new scale saids to step on it twice, that was in the instructions... I know In and Out burger, I used to eat there allot when I was in Calif. I didn't know the had that protein side... Wow..... My husband was a foreman in a shop that rebuilt antique show cars and they redid a beautiful 55 Cadilac for the family.
Well I caught back up.... Have a great afternoon....
213/186/130
Daramus
06-05-2002, 02:26 PM
Hi everyone!
Just wanted to drop in a report that I am down 1 pound this week. I am really getting into my weight/cardio fitness program and have been searching the web in an attempt to educate myself. :) I did manage to find a very informative site that is primarily geared toward women and weight training. It has a lot of general info and lots of tips if you are new to the gym scene or just a newbie to weight training. Her diet recomendations are basically SB in so many words, so that's good for many people here. Anyway, I highly recommend taking a look if you are interested in incorporating weight training at some point in time(even home with dumbells) to take a look. Bye for now!
http://www.stumptuous.com/weights.html
chrisb1022
06-05-2002, 02:38 PM
Hi All...
I just got through a very tempting experience!!!
My three year old had a pre-schoo picnic....I figured there would be veggie trays.
There were all sorts of wonderful looking pasta salads and beautiful fruit trays.....NO veggies.
I grabbed a hot dog and ate it without the bun.:jig:
I passed on everything else....I will tell you this was hard...the only thing that kept me from eating all that stuff was the fact that I can finally tuck my shirt in.
Thanks for listening....No one else would understand.
Chris
gracious
06-05-2002, 02:59 PM
My Dear Heartmom- Don't be so silly. How on earth could answering questions about your wee boy offend anyone? That is what we are here for..to encourage, to listen and to support...not only for SB but for anything that comes up! Thank you for sharing that and I will certainly be praying for him..the 21st is coming quickly.
TVthatsME
06-05-2002, 03:06 PM
OK, I now have a digital camera so I'm gonna make an attempt to post a pic for the first time!!
If it works, it will be me and my youngest son (4 1/2 years old):
GatorGal
06-05-2002, 03:09 PM
HSMama--Flylady looks interesting. I’ve always tried to dejunk my house and my DH gripes about my throwing his stuff away before he gets to read it. LOL
BOB--the computer virus stuff was too funny!!! LOL
We are leaving for 2 weeks in the mts. of NC. Blowing Rock area. I am almost counting the hours. Have been a little depressed lately because I have been Sooooo good with everything and still not losing. I’m up to walking 4 miles a day several times a week and 3 miles the others. Drinking 100 oz. H2O daily and still stuck. I’m almost feeling like “What the heck, why am I doing this, might as well forget it.” I’m really discouraged.
Gonna go hit some golf balls this PM. My wrist has been bothering me for the last month, so have not done much physical with my hands as I’m trying to get rid of this before vacation.
BTW, Tranquil, I also have a PT where I work out. It definitely makes a difference for me because I don’t think I’d go if I did not have that appt.
TVthatsME
06-05-2002, 03:10 PM
WOW - IT WORKED!!
You'll have to excuse that bad makeup job. I was still on pain meds from my surgery in March!!!!:dizzy:
Here is our new puppy. We've had her for 4 weeks now.
The boys named her Precious.
TVthatsME
06-05-2002, 03:22 PM
This one is for you Beth!! We seem to be spending our fair share of time on the ballfields these days.
My oldest is playing for ABS 9&10 yr olds in Limestone County (my DH is the head coach). We won the pre-season tournament and then fell apart for awhile. We have one more regular season game this week and then we start a double-elimination tournament on Monday. Right now we are 8 wins, 6 losses - but there is only 1 game that we weren't competitive in (shoulda, coulda, woulda won the rest but they made silly mistakes....).
It wouldn't be so bad next week but we also are over 1/2 of the Limestone co. league T-ball tournament as well. When my team isn't playing, I have to be at the T-ball tournament being an "official scorekeeper". It will be a wild week next week!! I love watching the little ones play.
Anyway, here is the pic of our team after the win in the pre-season tournament. DH is second from the left in back and DS is sitting behind/left of the trophy.
Solly
06-05-2002, 05:00 PM
Finally Hello!
I have been trying to get this posted since 8:00. It has been wild here today.
WIW was great for me. Down 4 #'s. HAPPY DANCE!!. That makes a total of 70 pounds since Oct. I am happy with myself.
I made that committment last WIW that I was going to be 100% legal and OP. I did it and it paid off. Anyone can do it.
Bob, Loved your joke.
Tasia, Welcome. Hope you can find your way back. This is a great site. Lots of friends and support here. You are doing great. Keep up the great work.
Mel, Guess you need to look on the bright side, could have been worse, but it still bites. Don't resort to bad eating though. Hang in there.
Nance, the tape was m idea. But I'm glad Deb called you and got you back on track. This is hard enough w/o taking it off twice. Keep repeating POISON!!!
HSMama, Glad you are back on the wagon. Don't fall off again. See how much better you feel.
Serene, Yes my 2 DD live at home. The 22 yr old is getting married in May and the other goes back to college in Aug. Good luck with your new life discovery and with SB> Do you have a lot to lose?
Gracious, Yoiu have developed a great attitude regarding your last 10 lbs. If you are comfortable with you, go with it. That last 10 will come before you know it. Just don't sabatoge yourself by eating to far OP and increasing that 10. WTG on your house, sounds like it is really coming along. Hoping for good weather for you.
HSMama, WTG on your 3+ pounds. That is great. It is great motivationto keep you going. Keep up the good work.
Country, Hope you are not discouraged about the fluxating scale. Make a committment for 1 week to stay legal and I bet you see a drastric drop. Good luck.
Deb, Sounds like you did great at your dinner. Even though you ate the dessert, You are right, you do deserve to endulge now & then. Who wants to go through life thinking they will never get to have anything sweet, etc. again. The key is getting right back op and exercising. You have done so great and you set such a great example of how this WOE does work forever. Congrats.
ChrisB, Sounds like your are doing good. Hang in there, It's gets easier.
Tranquil, Yes next week you will have a good loss. I made a committment to stay 100% Op and had a 4# loss. You can do it.
TV, Welcoem back, Always good to hear people know where to return. Good luck.
Beth, Congrats to your son. You have the right to brag. What a better place to do it than here. Hope to get to check out the pics. Have fun shopping.
Toni, Congrats on the 2 lbs. Keep on walking.
Jenn, I always get back on the scale at least 5 times. I use the one that comes up the most. LOL. Cheerios in the yellow box are legal.
Music, Sorry about the sad news about your mom. At least she is upbeat. That is 90% of it. Keep up some good spirits. Jump on that wagon, it's coming around and that 5 lbs will be gone soon. Good luck.
Nance, Here I am, It's been c r a z y here. I can't believe they expect me to work. I'd rather be on the board.
Tranquil, Got a laugh out of yur trainer description. Good thing he's not too good lokking you wouldn't be able to concentrate.
Fruit, Glad to hear yu are doing well. What a bummer about your old surgery. Quacks! Hurry back on.
Gater, Hi
Heartmom, You just keep believing in that miracle. Prayers and {{{HUGS}}}
Monet, I almost cried when I read the part about your daughter packing to leave. I didn't think about that part. I'll never get mine out. Her room looks like a bomb went off 24/7. Try to enjoy this week.
Hope I didn't miss anyone. Trying to hurry and get this posted so I can get some work done. Hope the scale was good to others, If not, come on make that committment. One week 100% OP you will be delighted with the results.
Jackie
257/187:) /145
10-10-01
Slaphappy
06-05-2002, 07:09 PM
Hi Everyone!
Just a quick hello to all. Incredibly busy week - getting ready for vacation on Sat (Gatlinburg). DH out of town all week so I'm trying to get laundry done, house cleaned, bills paid and suticases packed and as of now haven't accomplished much of anything! I met Melf on Monday at her beach condo. She, her husband Thurmond, her sister and brother in law were such nice people! She made us (my son and myself) a delicious cajun meal of chicken stuffed with rice/crawfish and one with rice/eggplant, fresh zuccini and squash from her garden, and salad - Everything was absolutely delicious!!!! After dinner we went down on the beach and talked while my son got his clothes all wet. Thurmond and Roy let my son stay down on the beach with them while they fished and they even let him use a little fishing pole - (which he screwed up!). They were all like old friends! My son (he's 6) has been talking about it ever since. Thank you again Melf for your hospitality - mug, CD etc!! I wish I hadn't been so scattered this week and planned my time better so I could have had you guys over and done something special for you! Well I guess there's always next time.
Well I've got to run - to much to do! Take care all, I'll check in soon!
Homeschooling Mama
06-05-2002, 11:09 PM
I'm back even though I posted this morning. I've been OP all day. This WOE is getting easier and easier each day. :cool: I actually found myself looking forward to having my fruit snack. That's a first for me. I loved what I ate, but, unforunately, I bought it precut at the grocery store and don't know what it was. There were orange pieces and yellow pieces. :shurg: The grapes were delicious. I did recognize the pineapple and left it alone. :nono:
I have a question. My husband wants me to take something called FatBurner with him. It has L-Carnitine and Picolium (sp?). Has anyone heard about this? Is it good? Bad? Will it mess up my WOE? All help will be appreciated.
I haven't walked today because my right foot is swollen. :?: Don't know why. So, I've extended the kids' bedtime and we're going swimming. Since I won't have the pool after I move, I might as well use it now.
AdronsGirl
06-05-2002, 11:33 PM
Just thought I'd say hi to everyone! I've been pretty good about being OP, but my 2 day trip to St. Louis kinda threw me off. Not too bad, but enough to make me feel awful! I went to a new deli by my house today for lunch. The shop owner claimed that her bread was SGWW, no sugar, etc. - sounded legal, but obviously it wasn't as I now have a serious case of the burps :(
I have apparently hit a plateau - I'm at 238/9 and holding. Have been here for 3 weeks, no gain, no loss. I did lose an inch in my waist, so I figure I may have reached a point where my weight loss has slowed down, and my muscle building has increased to offset each other. Ah well - My shorts are getting looser, as is my brand new wedding band :D I love this WOE!!!!!!
I miss all of you - I am going to try to do better about getting in here, now that school is out, I have Madeline's room painted, and my Brownie troop is recovering from their trip ;) I'm so busy now that I stay at home, and I barely have time to get onlin. How on earth does that make sense?
Hugs to everyone!
Tranquil
06-06-2002, 12:23 AM
Well I went for a walk tonight....wore a blister on my foot....so I have really gotten a lot of exercise today :)
Jack-K - 4 POUNDS!!!! WOW!!!! You are doing great!!!
Adron - Loose clothes is just as great as losing weight! Keep up the good work, and I hope you are over the serious case of burps ;)
Homeschool - Congrats on staying OP and have fun at the pool!
Slap - I am so envious of your cajun dinner with Melf and family. It sounds like you had a wonderful time! You can join Sef and I with our Melf Fan Club :)
Well I have to go tuck myself in - I heard from my ds today and he already has a little following at the Church his gramma belongs to - all the little girls are in love with him....one told him she had a crush on him, and another said that he was her b/f! How am I ever to get him home? And, the good news too is that his gramma has kept him off the sugar as she is diabetic - so he has been eating lots of sf foods!
Sabrina
sef
06-06-2002, 01:23 AM
HiedieHo All!!!
Will try to [lay catch-up. I hasd a busy day. Went to eye doctor. Glasses have been bothering me, headaches etc the last couple of months. DR. said big chabge in eyes. Will have new glasses in two weeks. Best pasrt exam and glasses only cost 10.00, God bless Tenet 65, then went tp Wal*Mart and Sam's. Was tired by time everything was done and fell asleep in chair. Didn't have to cook tonite. DIL's brother and family stopped in and they sent out for pizza.....no I didn't!!
TRANQUIL: Son doing fine. A little antsy cause he can't do things he would like! Sometimes that is the hardest thng about recovery, the inactivity. Or at least less mobility than you're used to. Aren't insurance companies the pits. Yet in the long run, we can't do without them.
TONI: Thanx. My DS is very stoic with a dry sense of humor. But anything the slightest bit medical and he actuallu oales. Can't bear to look at anything that might have blood. He has an appointment tomorrow for foloow-up. I imagine drain and some stitches will come out. They'll have to knock him out or maybe he'll just pass out! LOL! At least with it being back of neck he won't have to even think of looking at it!
YELLOW: I am envious! All we have here is a Hobby Lobby, which is mostly home decorating accessories, rather that craft supplies. Over in Mandeville there is a Mucheal's but it is a small one. The best craft supplier I've been to is A.C. Moore in NJ. They had so much stuff and the largest needlework section I've ever seen. In League City there is a shop called the Stitchery and I always stopped in when I visited my friend.
BOB: Loved the virus article, you can be sure it's going out to my friends. But that is one I won't copy for NH, they wouldn't understand. Many jokes I take with to the NH, it's a good ice breaker and the residents really enjoy them. They even like the naughty ones! Not raunchy but naughty. So if anyone has a cute joke or something about the good old days, I'm always looking for new material. You can e-mail me at SEF103CAF@aol.com. Gee BOB you gave me a chance to do a commercial!
TASIA: Welcome! We are all not computer whizzes. I'm all discovering new things. This Board is an incentive for more than weight!
MELIRIS: Sounds like the stress of no air and a big bill got to you. But grab hold of all the hands that are reaching out to pull back to eating sanity!
NANCE: When the lump gets annoying enough your Mom will have it taken care of. I guess we each have our own outlook about things.
SERENE: Don't worry about words. No one here is stupid. We may be foolish at times but no one laughs at us, they laugh with us!
GRACIOUS: Like your play on words about geting firm!
DEB: Have nevr tried making the pitas (I have the recipe) but have made the bagels and they were fine.
TV: Nice to see you on board again! You're so pretty and son a cutie!
BETH: That's what Mothers do, BRAG! Hope you enjoyed your day!
JENN: Good thing you have Dan! You might have done some real damage to yourself!
MUSIC: Hope the treatments help you Mom. Prayers.
FRUIT: Glad surgery went well. Isn'r demerol wonderful! Too bad you had to have extra stuff done to fix what was supposed to have been done years ago. Hope your recovery goes swiftly,
HEART: There's no ofense about stating facts. I leanr do much from this board and you are teaching me more. Prayers.
MONET: Weddings and funerals bring out the best and worst in families. Can't really invite one not the other, but probably sure would like to.
I have to check out that FlyLady thing. After the wedding you will need some well earned rest.
CHRIS: Great will power!
Take care all, sef
gracious
06-06-2002, 09:03 AM
Good Morning! Weigh in this morning was good for me because I lost one of those nasty pounds. The scale looked like it said 164.5 so that would be 1.5 pounds but I don’t want to get overzealous so I will count it as 1 pound lost and 165. The amazing thing is I made this WW pasta casserole creation last night and the whole family loved it!! They have scoffed at my WW pasta before but they raved about this recipe. Who on earth can actually eat JUST ½ cup of pasta?! I mean, that is basically 3 mouthfuls and it is gone. I ate 3 servings of the pasta last night and still lost that pound. Saying I can eat only ½ cup is like a cruel torture..no wonder why I rarely make the stuff!!
It rained on and off yesterday and the guy working on our house with the bad knee was only here for an hour. The rainy type weather makes his knee really ache a lot so he left instructions for my hubby. Hubby got most of it done so I hope we can keep going today. This morning it is raining again but it is supposed to clear up soon. My daughter has a picnic with her school at the park so I hope it stops raining for them. The weather forecast, which you can never count on, has changed again and calls for nice weather on Friday and Saturday..I hope they are right for a change!
The FLYLady sight has continued to do wonders for me. I flew through my son’s room yesterday and with his help we got a good portion of it under control. Under the bed and dresser are actually clean!! We had many amazing finds there but they were all put back in their proper place. Today I will tackle his dresser and do the switch..winter clothes put away and summer clothes brought out. He will tidy his book shelves and top of his dresser while I am doing the clothes. Amidst all of this, FLYLady has taught me how to keep up on the other things too. My kitchen looks nearly perfect!! And so do my washrooms and living room. What a difference to get rid of clutter and to keep things shining. For those thinking about looking at www.flylady.net I think you should do it! Once I get things in order, I am going to make myself a Control Journal like she suggests so my week will be completely scheduled. Other Anal Retentives like me will love this stuff!
SEF- Whenever I read your posts I can never figure out what NH stands for. Please enlighten me. You are the one that works as a part time secretary at a church, are you not? Fill me in please! I think I have most of the people on here sorted out now, I am just missing a few details.
DARAMUS- I checked out that site you posted. That woman is quite the..erm…tough nut! I do think she had some excellent exercise advice although her mannerisms could use a feminine touch! Thanks for posting it.
CHRIS- Yes we do understand that scenario! Fruit and veggie trays would be a standard at a picnic I would think…maybe everyone thought that someone else would bring those! Good job on resisting!
TvthatsME-Glad to see you have put your new toy to work for you! I like seeing pics of the people on the board. Thanks for posting them.
JACK-K- You ROCK!! 70 pounds is absolutely awesome!! Congratulations…you deserve to treat yourself to something wonderful..like some clothes or a manicure..something!
TONI- Congrats on your 2 pound loss….how great that you have a new motivation going, a second wind as it were. Sometimes that is just what we need to get the extra push!
JENN- How did you do? Did the rest of the day go fine after you recovered from that donut incident? Sometimes when we mess up a little, if we could just leave it at that then we don’t damage ourselves too much. That is better than throwing caution to the wind and making the whole day a write off! Just keep thinking about your wedding!
MUSICTEACH- Been missing you and thinking of you and your Mom. Thanks for the update, I really hope the chemo helps her. I am glad she is in good spirits though, that is very helpful and encouraging.
FRUIT- Wow they really put you through the meat grinder as it were…I bet that is how you feel! Hopefully with your good SB eating you will bounce back and heal quickly. I sympathize about the talking..you would have to cut my tongue out to get me to stop!
Okay, I gotta get FLYing! Have a wonderful day everyone!
Tranquil
06-06-2002, 10:21 AM
Well I have lost 1/2 a pound since yesterday :) I am very excited about it because the hope is that the plateau is now budging down and I can start with that 1/2 pound loss each and every other day or every day - My new goal being another 5 pounds before the 15th! I know I can do it!!!
Sef - Glad to hear your son is healing and will have that yuchy drainage tube removed!!
Gracious - 1/2 a cup of pasta is cruel!!! I am right there with you on that one!!! :D Congrats to your loss!
This morning I am going to have cottage cheese for breakfast - an apricot for a snack - and I packed a serving of meatloaf (sb legal) and salad makings for lunch - tonight's dinner is squash and roast beef....and a long walk to work out the soreness in my legs I am suffering from yesterday's work out with the trainer....I thought because my arms were not painful that I was doing good, joke was on me - this time it is my legs!
Sabrina
Mel
06-06-2002, 10:25 AM
HSMama- Fat burners are generally useless because the minute you stop staking them, the weight piles back on even worse, no matter what you eat. Also, if it contains ephedra (ma huang) it is very dangerous, especially if you have even slightly high blood pressure, or are borderline diabetic. To use it correctly, you are supposed to cycle on and off them in 2-3 week cycles, but the weight comes back on your off cycle. There have been deaths and heart damage associated with these products. I've never hear of problems with picolium chromate ( actually, I think it's chromium picolate) used by itself, tho. IMO, regular exercise works better. There really isn't a magic pill.
Darasmus- Krista's stumptous.com site is one of my very favorites! I don't think she needs any coaching on feminimity! She just doesn't mince words. Loads of great information for men or women.
Chris- Where is Pa do you live? There is a Trader Joes in Wayne just off 202 in the Gateway shopping center. I'm assuming from your posts you are in the Philly area.
TV- Glad to see you back! I don't think I ever saw a picture of you before. Funny how you get an image orf someone, then they look totally different!
Beth- Congrats to the baseball champs and their mom. I don't know how you cope with that schedule!
Deb- No bread: well, that's a long story made short. The BFL food ****s feel that the least processed the carb, the better it is for building muscle, and that wheat (even sgww) is a pretty pathetic carb. So, trying desperately for a flatter stomach and visible abs, I'm giving it a try and have cut bread completely. My other reason is that if it happens to taste good, it is my #1 trigger food and I'll eat a whole loaf. I can stop at 1 square of chocolate, but am helpless with bread. Better not to even go there.
Gracious: about those last 10 pounds: that's why I switched to Body for Life. For me it was the last 5 that wouldn't budge, and I realized that even if they did, I still wouldn't look the way I wanted to.
Today is suuposed to be our 5th grade picnic at the pool in my development. Monsoon rains and thunder is the forecast :( . I think I'll have to postpone it, cause I sure don't want 86 5th graders ending up at my house if it starts to pour in the middle of the swim party! Yikes! That would be a nighmare.
mel
175/133/135 SB since 7/24/01, BFL since 1/1/02
Beth2374
06-06-2002, 10:29 AM
How are all of you doing? Wonderful here, as I spent WIW SHOPPING!@@!@!... I think I had to have lost a ton of weight from all that walking around the mall in those 6 inch platform sandals I bought that are comfy as sneakers!!! Of course, I'm a lot lighter in the wallet too:o !! Got 4 shirts, 2pr shorts, 2pr shoes (both platforms that make me about 6'1" tall!! I LOVE THEM!!!) and a new toe ring :) Got a few other odds and ends and all in all had a GLORIOUS day alone except for meeting DH for lunch and dinner :)
NANCE - I haven't been over to my MIL's so WIW will have to be postponed until I get there... maybe one day I'll just suck it up and buy a darn scale so I can give you daily updates ;) LOLOL!! :D
TV - I know what you mean about the ballpark. My oldest DS team didn't do very well at all, and their last tournament game will be tonight. (It's double elim, and they've lost one already, not holding out much hope for this one...lol) Youngest DS just won game #18 in a row on Tuesday night, and we're hoping to go all the way through the tournament and remain undefeated!! We are the TBall Season Champions, and want to be the Tournament Champs too!!! Hey watch WHNT 19 on Saturday, I think they're coming to cover our game ;) I posted a link to the website earlier... www.eteamz.com/mpracardinals/ I think that's it :)
OK... I let DH take a pic of me 2 days ago... he seems to think I look a lot thinner in the face than I did in the pic on the other board lying on the bed. I think I don't look much different at all, except in this pic I had rolled my hair so it's not super curly :) I was on my way to work, and it was 11pm, so I'm looking SLEEPY already... but here it is :)
See Y'all :wave:
Beth2374
06-06-2002, 10:31 AM
Duh :o
chrisb1022
06-06-2002, 11:10 AM
Mel and Deb and any other trader Joes shoppers.
I am really excited, I found a TJ close to me.
Can any of you recommend some things that you buy there, I will have kids with me and would like to make it out of the store with out an incident.(yeah right) :D
Mel
I am in Feasterville, Wayne is a bit far. Since you mentioned that there was in Wayne I went on the TJ web site, They have one in Abington which is really close. Thanks!
YellowRose
Hi there, I used to live in Arlington and Ft.Worth. I worked in Grapevine
Tom Thumb and Los Colinas at the Simon David/Tom Thumb as a cake decorater. That was 7 years ago.
I have the same inhibition about sleeveless tops. And the same tan!
Toni48
Congrats on the 2#'s!!! And the walking, keep it up!
Nancemeister
The zuccini bread sounds great! Did you make it yet?
heartmom
Your little guy is absolutely adorable!!
Jack-K
Great job on the 4#'s!
sef
You passed on pizza....thats what I call will power!! That is my #1 weakness!!
gracious
Can you share your pasta creation, and I do agree 1/2 would be like torture!
Beth2374
WOW!!! You look MUCH thinner in the face!!!!! Great Pic!
Hi Serene, I am also new to the board.
Chris
Nancemeister
06-06-2002, 11:12 AM
Beth You goddess you!!! You look great...can really see a difference in your face from the before pictures! WOW! You must be so proud. and YEAH!!! dang-nabit!!! When you were out shopping yesterday, you should have popped into a department store and purchased a bath scale!
Well...I got through yesterday. Wasn't perfect, but alot better than the last three days. Hopefully today I can move up to the 100% OP category and stay there!
Nancemeister
06-06-2002, 11:15 AM
Chris Yes...I made the zucchini bread, it tuned out like green mush with some flour added to it. I have another tried and true recipe that I'll stick to, but I always like to try new recipes. Some are good and others....well, speak for themselves.
Solly
06-06-2002, 11:15 AM
Hey Gang,
Red1, Happy Belated Birthday. Sorry I forgot yesterday. Hope if was a good one!.
Lots of activity on the board today. 7 pages, Whew! It's raining here, still. Didn't get to walk this morning. Had to walk in drizzle last night, but it felt good. Nothing going on with me today, boring. It's still crazy here at work.
Daramus, Congrats on your 1 lb. Sounds like your cardio/wt training is taking off. Thanks for the site, I'll check it out. Good luck.
ChrisB, WTG on resisting the food at the picnic. Hope you ate some of the fruit.
TV, What a cute picture. Your son is adorable and you certainly don't look like you need to get to 125. Precious is just that. Cute t-ball picture.
Gator, If you are working with wts maybe you are gaining muscle and that is why the scale is not moving. Don't get discouraged. Look at al the good you have done. Have a great vacation.
Slaphappy, Sounds like you had a nice visit with Melf. Have a nice time in Gatlinburg.
HSMama, IMHO, I wouldn't use the fat burner. You really don't need it with SB and I wouldn't want to use something that you don'tknow what it will do or what's in it. I have heard they are dangerous.
AdronsGirl, Good to hear from you. Glad your still eating OP. 1" in the waist is a good sign. Keep up the good work.
Tranquil, Sounds like DS is having a ball. How cute about the girls. Take care of that blister.
Sef, WTG on passing ont he pizza.
Gracious, I'm with you on the 1/2 of pasta. I always save my 2 carbs so I can have a whole cup when I make spaghetti. I have to really avoid the mac & cheese, can't stop. WTG on the 1 lb. You will get that 1/2 lb. next week for sure. I'm going to have to check out the flylady site. Sounds great.
Tanquil, Congrats on the 1/2 lb. Sounds like you got the scale going in the right direction. Keep working out the soreness, that's the quickest way.
Mel, 86 5th graders?? Are you nuts??. I wouldn't want that many anywhere, let alone in my house. I hope you have a lot of help with them. Hope the rain holds off.
Beth, Sounds like you hit pay dirt with all that shopping. Sounds like a nice enjoyable day. You deserved it with your working hours. You are soo pretty. Loved the pic. You're right, you do look like a normal person, LOL (re piercings and tattoos). You don't even look like you need to lose any weight.
Hopefully I will be able to check in later.
Jackie
257/187:) /145
10-10-01
CountryMom4Him
06-06-2002, 11:28 AM
Thanks for the site yesterday Daramus. It was sooo motivating. And a confirmation that I would like to head off in that direction. My husband has been wanting to do weights for a while because he use to do them in his Navy days. And he said they help a lot with stress.
A little reminder ya'll. It's more than the scales. You gotta go by how you feel and what you see. I'm saying this from experience. My watch is looser...my clothes are getting looser but the weight is staying the same basically. It's hard if you are a scale watcher like me.
Merl...you are such an inspiration. And I appreciate all the advice you give. I agree about the bread. I stayed away from it for most of last year. I'm heading back there. I hope that will break this yo-yo thingie. It seems like the triscuits and breads set me back.
Beth....you look marvelous! You are so very pretty.
Nancy...you will be back 100 percent OP in no time. YOU can DO it! ((hugzz))
Well, we have gas for the mower again so today is mow day. Better get before it gets to hot to breath.
Love,
Crystle
235/155/135
BigKnightsMomma
06-06-2002, 12:04 PM
well i am back, have been eating better and more serious about my walking. and finally my 6 pound window of fluctuating has disappeared. i just need to stay motivated and be patient. my labs and blood sugar levels continue to stay good too!
this has been quite the busy chatty board! welcome to all the new faces, you will find a lot of care and support here.
we are leaving for cincinnati this weekend for a family reunion and a wedding, first time my family has all gotten together in a while for something other than a funeral. with BOB's help and my sister and the cincinnati phone book i have tracked down QUILTER! we talked on the phone last weekend and plan on meeting and going to skyline for some chili and then to jungle jim"s which i hear is a quite incredible fruit,vegie and lots of good things market. i will take pictures for sure debbie! maybe i could smuggle you in the car for the ride to cincinnati. like my other 2 sugarbuster meetings i am sure i will enjoy my time with kim!
will check in when i get back in 2 weeks, take care all
chris
Toni48
06-06-2002, 12:09 PM
Good Thursday morning everyone... My life is boreing right now. Sometimes that can be a good thing. The electricity went down twice as I was walking on my treadmill this morning. Boy is that an adventure!! You're tooling along at 2 mph and then you're not! Got off after 10min. and decided I'll walk at the campground this evening...
Jack-K - Oh my gosh you beat me this week. Wow 4 lbs. I'm doing the happy dance with you..... You are doing so good. My goodness 70 lbs. You ought to be proud!!!
Nancemeister- Yum the zucchini bread sounds (gag) wonderful. I really love it and would like to make a good SB one. I think the pumpkin bread is next on my sweet list. Have you tried it yet? Glad you had a better day. I admire you for working your way though and sticking with the fight......Sometime doesn't that seem what it is a fight between will and will power?!
Chris- Lucky you having a TJ near you... I hear they're really neat stores.
Beth- Sounds like you had a great shopping trip. Wow 6 inch platform sandles!!!! I love a nice toe ring. I got my DIL a blue topaz one and an ankle braclet to match for Christmas. I'm sorry I can't seem to get the picture....
Meliris- Hope if you don't cancel that party for the kids it doesn't rain....
Tranquil-Congrads on the 1/2 lb. You can sure do it on the 5 lbs. Good luck....Sounds like you're eating good. Wish I could eat cottage cheese for breakfast but that just doesn't hum my tune... You really did get allot of exercise to wear a blister on your foot.
Gracious-Congrads on your 1 lb. loss. I'm dying to know how you made your pasta recipe. I've yet to try anything but the spraggetti and regular noodles in the ww. Glad your house is coming along good. What made you start this big project??? Wow sounds like your sons room is going to look great...
Sef-LOL on your son... My DH is like that. I had staples removed from my neck once. I'd had a caritod surgery and tried so hard to be brave..... I would much rather have it on the back. They couldn
t see my mouth hang open in silent screams.
Adronsgirl- I hate when restarant people try to lie about there stuff. I've had that happen before to me. Especially when I used to eat low fat products. I just got over my plateau and it lasted three weeks. Sounds like your body is just readjusting. Thats when I'm glad I've taken my measurements. You're doing so good.... I wondered where you had gone!
Homeschooling Mama- Good for you staying OP all day. It does get easier for me to the longer I do this WOE. You stop fighting with the food I think. What a great idea about the swimming.... Wonder why your foot is swollen.
Slaphappy.- Hope you have a great vacation. Sounds like you're as busy as a cranberry merchant... Sounds like you had a great time with Melf. The food sounds wonderful. And good for your son...
Guess I'll go for now. Starving for breakfast... Have a great afternoon......
213/186/130
BigKnightsMomma
06-06-2002, 12:17 PM
we are driving to ohio and plan on visiting a former bunko buddie on the way. she and her family live in johnson city,tenn. we will spend the night and then head on to cincinnati in the morning. i will shout HELLO as we drive through louisville, JACK K ! hopefully it will be a safe and pleasant trip, will seem funny traveling with only sarah. jeff will fly in for a ong weekend after his economics exam. and then back to orlando.
bye, chris
Debelli
06-06-2002, 12:41 PM
Good Thursday Morning Y'all:wave:
Just got home from taking ELI to work. Right as we were turning to come down the street over from ours yesterday his car gave him a message that the battery had trouble. We did make it home, to find the belt that generates power to the power steering, battery and a host of other things had popped off-some pulley is broken that holds that belt on it seems. We had to get the car to the mechanic which, luckily, wasn't too far. It would start to overheat and ELI had to coast in neutral and restart the car again, but he made it. So today after I dropped Lauren off at school we had to go to the mechanic because upon all this other crap with it, something was wrong with the car alarm. Thinking it needed a new battery we went there-still going off at the drop of a hat-so THAT needs to be fixed as well. After that fiasco it was off to drop him at STARBUCKS to begin his day.
After I dropped Michael off at school today I got in my walk and JUST walked the 4.5 miles. Too hot out there. Let's not even mention the 2 dump trucks that passed me at 2 different times and the black smoke they were spewing out!:eek: I had to cover my face with my T-shirt it was so terrible. Those of you who have a lovely park, live in the country, or easily find a place where there's not emissons spewing out from cars all around you - consider yourself lucky!
Yesterday we went up to Broward and hit OLE OLE and then I dropped ELI off at the SB up there, his "sister store" and had 45 minutes to kill and just went to a little shopping center not far. Afterwards, we stopped at this BEALLS OUTLET and I found a long black dress, plain, nothing fancy at all, marked 80% off, ended up costing me $2.69! I also bought myself some new socks for walking, which may of been a mistake. Bought some really thing low-cut ones. Put a pair on today when I went for my walk and I could feel some pain and thought because they were so thin, the top of my sneaker was rubbing too hard. I get home, there's blood on the sock, blood on my sneaker, blood on my ankle bracelet and I'm bleeding on my upper heel. I'm not sure if it's from rubbing from the shoe, or somehow, my ankle bracelet did it-never had trouble before. Oh well, tomorrow, I'll pad that baby up and be out the door once again (weather permitting).
The other day I mentioned this to NANCE when we spoke and I guess I hadn't REALLY thought about it as much as I should of. I was REALLY hungry and trying to find something worthwhile to eat, to fill me up. I ate a couple tablespoons of peanut butter, it didn't help much and I continued on. What point I made to NANCE that I realized was this-here I am eating PB, which has 8 grams of fat for just 1tbl (at least that's my brand), and I easily ate 2tbl, giving me 16 grams of fat and calories to go along with it, and when you stop and just THINK about it, I could of EASILY eaten something much more filling, much less fat! I could of eaten so much more FOOD than 2 tbls. of pb and still had less fat. Like 3oz of chicken breast at 3.5 grams of fat-just think about how that could fill you up, even doubling that amount, and STILL you'd be 9 grams of fat less than 2 little tablespoons of PB! Of course, pb is delicious and nutricious and I'll continue having some from time to time, but I think when I'm truly hungry and need to fill myself up, it's not the way to go, at least, not for me.
Luckily, I was able to find myself totally back OP yesterday as I intended to after allowing myself to indulge on Tuesday night-a first for me-happy with my willpower, I must say:D
CHRIS, OLE OLE is a Mexican Rest. that's about an hour drive from my house. ELI's car and my car on auto-pilot on his days off and we go there. I've been going there for about 12 years now. The food is delicious, best salsa anywhere and I just LOVE their Cobb salad. I know, it's not Mexican, but either is the tuna dip that's wonderful (though I don't bother eating that stuff now). Anyone who comes to visit/meet me, usually we end up there for lunch. Last time MEL went with me there. Glad, and quite frankly, VERY JEALOUS & ENVIOUS that you found a TJ's in close proximity! Okay, when you go, just make sure you don't go with the kids or with anyone who doesn't want to give you time to look at each and every item! What do I like there-well, there's lots of stuff. Their Trader Giotti's Extra Virgin Olive Oil is wonderful-and cheap! I'll just list: ww pita/Cabot's 75% reduced fat cheddar, FF jalepeno cheese, 50% less fat edam cheese, the low fat Celtic cheddar, cracked wheat sourdough bread, TJ's tomato splash, all their nuts, some of their dried fruit (ones not sugar sweetened), look at their mayo, oh heck, just look at everything BUT the chocolate! I don't ever recommend anyone that's new to the plan to start even thinking about that stuff, but they absolutely have the best prices there on some of the best SB LEGAL CHOCOLATE. Last time MEL came she bought me a pound-plus of dark Belgium chocolate, this HUGE bar and it was like $2.99!!!! Oh please, think of me when you go!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As for the recipes, you can always do a search within the SB BOARDS for any specific recipe and if there's something that fits the bill, it will give you the board link to which board has it.
TRANQUIL, we'll have you losing again-I'm sure of it now that you have a food scale and are going to keep track, you'll see!
TV, it HAS been a long time-too long! But what a nice comeback, to see all those pictures and FINALLY be able to put a name and a face together:) What type of dog do you have-adorable! We love DOLLYWOOD, I personally like it better than DW. We wanted to take the kids their in April but they were opening up the weekend we had to leave. Did you go on the sidewinder? Any new rides this year?
BETH, first off, let me say, even though I've seen pictures of you before, this picture of you, well, you are just stunning! You are a gorgeous woman, my goodness, you could be a model! Your DH is right, your face has shrunk!!! Okay, don't let it go to your head kiddo! Another congrats to DS-what a cute bunch of kids! Sounds like you had a nice shopping spree, not to mention some me-time!
TONI, congrats on your loss this week, 2lbs is great! Keep up the great work! Were you able to find the quiche recipe, or do you need me to send it to you? There's a slew of great, and I may mention easy, recipes on the boards to broaden your selection. If you have a hankering for something in particular, let me and the board know, we just MAY have a recipe to fit the bill.
JENN, I usually do the best 2 out of 3, or 4 out of 5, etc. when I weigh in-I could hop off and on that metal monster all day long if I'm not too careful-could drive one batty. Lately I've been avoiding it and trying to keep off it until my days I said I'd weigh in, like this Monday. That sucks what they did with closing the kitchen at work-I'd of put up a real stink. You'd think they could of easily let you in there to at least get your food. I'd tell them that next time you'd appreciate a little more notice, it's only proper. Sorry to hear about the slip-up with the doughnut, try not to let things like that get to you in such a manner, you sure didn't hurt the company by doing that, only yourself, but I'm sure not too badly. Today is another day, my dear! E-mail me with your weight AND height when you get a chance Debelli@AOL.com
MUSIC, I'm sure there's probably more to that weight gain than eating, could be water, hormonal, a full moon? But it's good that you recognize that it's up and you can deal with it before it gets out of hand. Reading the update about your Mom, anything they can do to make her comfortable and live her life to the best of her ability is a comfort. If she can get the chemo without all the side effects that's a great big plus!
NANCE, you go girl! Did we get in more walking today? Did you check out the recipe for the zuchinni loaf cake I have listed. I've made it many times and so has BIGK, maybe others as well and it's wonderful AND uses agave! Picking raspberries-remember...I ate more than we got in that pint container-you're all lucky I didn't have the runs on the way back to your house-my goodness, I've never eaten that many in such a short time. I loved that day with you all!!!!
FRUIT, glad to read all went well with the surgery. I can only imagine how hard it is for YOU not to be able to talk. How long is this suppose to go on for? Wonder if there is any recourse from what the old Dr. did 12 years ago-may want to ask an attorney, esp. if this is something that was said to be done and wasn't.
GATOR, thanks for the grout tip, I may just do that! Could you be stuck from not eating enough? How long have you been stuck? Maybe your body is just having to adjust itself. Just think of all the good you do by eating so healthy, so the weight doesn't come off on the scale, there's so many other good things about this WOE. What else would you do if you didn't continue eating like this?
MONET, can't wait til things are over and done with so you can sit back and relax and see what a wonderful job you've done on the upcoming wedding. I can't wait to see pics, so you better take some!!! Enjoy, enjoy!!!!!
DARAMUS, CONGRATS, the pounds seem to be peeling off of you slowly, but surely. All the effort you are putting forth is REALLY paying off!
JACKK, CONGRATS! OMG, 4lb loss, that's awesome!!! You must be doing a real happy dance, I sure am for you:D Not only did you have an awesome loss, but hitting a new milestone, 70lbs WOW! Just think, 5 more pound will be 75, another big milestone!!!! You are so right, anyone CAN do this, and you are surely proof of that!!! WTG!!!
HAPPY, thanks for letting us know about your visit with MELF, wish I could of been able to meet her as well. Hoping things will ease up for you soon so you can get back into the swing of things.
MAMA, good for you for doing so well thus far, it will get easier each and every day. Hmm, something yellow that wasn't pineapple? Maybe yellow apple? Pear? I'm sure it was fine. Good that you are enjoying these new gastronomical experiences;) There is absolutely NO need to take any type of pills like that. I have not bothered with that and you don't need them to be successful with this WOE, I opt NOT to take them, IMHO!
ADRON, as long as you are eating enough then your stall may be your body readjusting, or as you said, muscle gain. BUT, if you are not eating enough, this could be the culprit and one that happens to many people, but something easily fixable.
SEF, glad to hear you are getting some new peeper keepers! ELI'S eyes changed a lot from his last visit as well, as did Michaels on his last visit. I guess you really need to keep close tabs on your eyes when you wear glasses. LOL! I guess maybe I should have mine checked too. Okay, that will be after going to the Dr., the Gyno, the Dentist-yeah, right, who am I fooling??? Glad it didn't cost you an arm and leg to get them, $10 is wonderful! I haven't tried making pitas either, would like to, but then I think about how cheap they are at the store, and why bother??
GRACIOUS, glad to see that nasty pound gone! Okay, spill the beans on that WW pasta recipe! I'd love to know what it is! I know, a serving of pasta isn't a lot, but being that it's WW and has other stuff, it probably would be filling. I'm not a big pasta lover but when I do eat it, it does fill me up quickly.
MEL, gotcha on the bread. I think a good whole grain, heavy bread is good, but one with empty calories and no fiber is a waste. I can understand it being a trigger food for you, as chocolate is for me. I had a ww english muffin today, my first in a longgg time-wonder if the scale will go up. Sometimes I wonder if I had an intolerance to wheat-will see what happens, if anything!
COUNTRY, I don't think before I'd agree with you in regards to the scale and numbers, but now, with being at goal, I would, because now, the numbers aren't really going much of anywhere and I have to keep up this WOL and WOE and find ways to still enjoy the benefits of SB without the scale. Of course, I do still have that love/hate relationship with the scale.
BIGK, glad to hear you're back on track! I'm so excited you finally get the chance to meet QUILTER. Would you give her a big hug and kiss for me-maybe a good swift kick in that old arse of hers to get her back and posting on the board?!? Def. take pictures! I'm sure you'll love meeting her-hope you get to meet Paul as well!!! I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time-and def., you have to give a full report on Jungle Jims!!!
Well gals, I have to go eat something for lunch, may make some chicken if it's thawed, otherwise I'll be scavenger hunting through the cabinets. Going to try and get some recipes posted today if time permits, considering it's THURSDAY RECIPE DAY and I've been lax on posting them, I think the board is due to have a few new recipes. If you have any SB LEGAL RECIPES you'd like to share with the board, please try to post them when you can.
Can't believe I started this post over 2 hours ago-where does the time go??
Tonight is Lauren's awards ceremony, so not sure if I'll be back on to post later or not, if not, tomorrow for sure!!
Have a wonderful day!!!
Debbie
194/124(from WIW)/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
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Tranquil
06-06-2002, 01:44 PM
Wow Beth - great picture - you are definitely gorgeous! You must be just feeling so good!!!!!!
Red1 - Happy Birthday!!!!!!
Jack-K - It is boring here even though there is lots of work. Hope your weather clears up so you can get out and walk...I plan to get out tonight and have a really good walk - but with feet in different tennis shoes and bandaids!
Country - I gave someone all my triscuits I had stocked up on - and I quit eating bread! I am doing fine - just had to start looking for new snack food.....
BKM - Great to see you on the board - and congrats to doing well health and weight wise!!!!
Deb - and I thought my blister was bad :O Yours was much worse!!! Ahhhh!!!!
Toni - Oh dear be careful on that treadmill - I can just see you going splat when the electricity goes off! Ouch to that too..... By the way how far do you live from St. Louis? Are you in a different part of the State?
Well I have to run now! Take care everyone!!! Sabrina
Beth2374
06-06-2002, 03:03 PM
Thanks for the compliments everyone :)
I have never considered myself more than just 'plain' looking... I did win a beauty contest in high school though.. lol. (wow... 10 years and 50 pounds ago... what a way to judge time!! LOLOL!!)
DH says I'm the strangest combination of looks he's seen before... I'm mostly Irish and have the 'black irish' looks with dark hair and green eyes... and I also have the complexion of the Italian side of the family... so I have rather fair olive skin with FRECKLES!!! LOL!! It's odd for sure. My eyes are rings of 4 colors... my eye doctor actually took a picture of them because they were so weird. I'm tellin y'all... I'm a strange character ;)
Hey thanks for the vote of 'normal looking'!!!
I NEED TO GET MOTIVATED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have *NOT* been drinking water, I have *NOT* been eating my veggies, I have *NOT* been staying away from high-fat/fried crapola!!!!!!! BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD GIRL!!!!!!!!! I need a Visit to the DETOX DUNGEON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Someone quick, cuff me 'n throw me in! Before I un-do the 30+ pounds of good I've done!!!
Nance - I'm waiting until July to weigh again... just to drive you BATTY ;) j/k!!! (waiting for doorbell to ring, with Nance standing there with her scale screaming 'dammit, get on it right NOW!' LOLOLOL)
I love you gals (and you too Daramus!!) You sure know how to encourage a chick!
*I* am going to drink 20 ounces of water RIGHT NOW, and I'm not allowed to get online anymore until I've had 50 ounces. That outta cure me!!!! ;)
Gumbo
06-06-2002, 03:41 PM
Hello everyone,
Testing. Testing. I have tried to log on for three days and no luck.
I have walked through what the site says to do if I am having trouble...but no luck. If this does not work...I'll e-mail some of you directly to get help.
Good Day!
Gumbo
Trishaloo
06-06-2002, 05:25 PM
Just a quick note. I'm still here, things have been so crazy I haven't had much time to post.
I did want to post this, though, that I feel very strongly about. My husband just got back from attending the funeral of the son of a co-worker. It was a 13 y/o boy that drowned in a backyard pool accident. It was a horrible tragedy that could possibly have been prevented if he had not been in the pool or backyard alone. He could swim well, so no one thought twice about it. Apparently, he hit his head and was knocked out long enough to drown. The reason I'm bringing this up is just a reminder: Please, Please, Please do not let your kids of any age (or even adults, for that matter) swim alone!!! Okay, I'll get off my soapbox now.
I'll post more later when I have time, but I felt this was important.
Talk to you soon.
Trish
Solly
06-06-2002, 05:28 PM
AFternoon Gang
Still nothing going on with me, Guess that could be good like Toni said. Getting ready to head home & fix burgers ont he grill and I think I will try sweet potatoe fries tonite. Let you know how they turn out.
Just wanted to get a few posts in.
Country, You got to count how this WOE makes you feel. I know that I feel 100% better, and I sure like myself more to. The loser clothes is a good sign too.
Gumbo, You did it!
BKM, Glad you have been doing good. Good to hear from you again. Neat that you get to meet with Quilter and Kim. BTW, where has kim been? Have a great time.
Toni, OK, it's your turn. Catch up with me this week.
BKM, Oh, I wish I could meet with you all when you come through Lou. Sounds like you har going to have a great time. I'm jealous.
Deb, Car problems, YUK! I hat that worse than anything. Ditch those socks. Thinis not good in everything. LOL. $2.69 for a dress. I'm sending you a check. Please shop for me. You are unbelievable. Your DH is very lucky. Please tell him I said so. Proud of your willpower to get right back OP.
Beth, If Deb doesn't kick your arse, I will. Don't you dare mess up that 30 lbs. You don't want to have to lose those pounds twice. Keep on drinking.
Have a great night everyone. See in Friday morning TGIF!!:D
Jackie
257/187/145
10-10-01
YellowRose
06-06-2002, 06:25 PM
Hi All.
I awoke this morning thinking I was going to need to go into town all day because we had no electricity here. As I was dressing, the lights came on so, I felt like I had received a true gift to be able to stay here. Yesterday we took a long trip to Hickory, NC to look at furniture and I was ready for a day at home. I got in the kitchen and made Deb Crustless Quiche, SGWW Bread, Salad Dressing, cut up the cantaloupe, etc. I had a grand time and we had a fabulous lunch. It feels so nice to have some energy again.
Deb: Thanks for asking your Mom about some good places to eat in Hendersonville. About socks…have you tried the ones that are double layered? I have gotten some at Lady Foot Locker. It makes all the difference in the world for avoiding blisters.
TV: Good to see your post. It looks like you have done well with the weight and it will be even better now that you are back on track.
Gracious: Firm plan….Plan to be firm…..I did not think of it that way but good idea! Do you get most of your housekeeping ideas from the newsletter that Flylady sends? I looked at the sight and found it interesting but I haven’t signed in yet.
Toni: Your exercise enthusiasm is inspiring me to get back to my walking.
Jenn: You were talking about the scale weighing different weights. The first thing I do is pick up my cat to weigh with me, then I weigh alone. I feel like the scales need to reset. The cats know when it is weigh-in time and come to be picked up. You asked about my garden. In my little hillside garden, I have planted onions, lemon cucumbers, zucchini, tomatoes, some herbs and then the border is done in impatiens. It is a garden in the shape of an ameba and I plant things in a pretty pattern….such fun. Now the larger garden that I share with some neighbors has serious stuff in rows like several varieties of tomatoes, squash, beans, okra, onions and things like that. The little garden is really just an experiment since it does not get as much light as it should and I am just planting a few items to see how they will do. Eventually, I may need to just plant flowers.
Fruit: Glad to hear from you. My, you are a brave girl to endure all that.
Jack K: I really congratulate you on the 70 pound loss. Here is me doing the Happy Dance along with you!
Sef: I told my daughter about the little preassembled needlepoint kits and she found some at Hobby Lobby at a better price than I had seen at the needlepoint shops I had visited. Maybe that would be fun for you. Like you need more to do in your busy life. I swear, I wish I had your energy.
Chrisb1022: Cake decorating sounds like fun. Have you continued with it since your move?
BigKnightsMom: Hi, good to see your post. I think the fact that this way of eating shows up in a positive way, keeps me motivated to continue with the plan. It was good to hear that being faithful to the walking has made a difference for the weight fluctuation, I have needed to get back to it and this might be the right push for me.
Tranquil: Thanks for thinking of me. I am happy to say that I am feeling so much better. Energy is a wonderful thing.
I am off to continuing reading this fun novel. Hope everyone is having a good day.
sef
06-06-2002, 07:16 PM
HiedieHo All! DIL's family left this morning, we were a stopping off point for them on way back to MO from FL. We all got a chance to visit, the kids got some swimming in and a nice time is had by all. DS is at dioctor's now. The drain should be coming up. It is painful to see how he holds himself and moves, so know he is uncomfortable. Hopefully the removal of that and maybe some stitches will make movement easier. Went to NH this a.m. It is my favorite activity. I do it as much for myself as others.
GRACIOUS: Don't torture us! Let us know what your wonderful pasta dish was. Post it on recipe board. I agree, 1/2 c. is nothing, that's why I seldom make it. If I do I am lost! NH is for nursing home, I volunteer there twice a week, doing vurrent events and reminiscing. I also volunteer as the choir music librarian and sorta secretary, not church secretary. The music files are a real mess and I've been trrying to up-date them, but can only work short periods of time. I also volunteer as Recording Secretary for Habitat For Humanity and as such am a Board member. I also do their publicity articles for newspapers and write their newsletter for distribution to members, homeowners, volunteers and donors. I am historian for the Presbyterian Women's Association in my church which puts me on that Board too. I also attend the regular PW meetings. And last but not least I sing (?) in choir. All these things keep me out of trouble. Although this past week and the coming week there seems to be a lot to do in reports. Usually things are strung out enough they don't interfere with each other. I live with DS, DIL and GD.
TRANQUIL: I have been on a cottage cheese, Simply Fruit and Grape Nuts or Kashi mixed together. It is good and a one bowl meal. I like the crunch added to the cheese. I wonder if Shredded Wheat would work too? I have tried yogurt but don't care for the mixture as much.
MELERIS: Nice to hear names of places I've heard. Wayne. Rt 202. Sounds like home.
BETH: You had a real shopping orgy! But I'm sure it was fun. I am not a shopper, but it is interesting of late to see what size I am into! If I looked like you, I probably won't be on this board! You should have done with one less pair of shoes or shrts and sprang for a scale! You may be strange, but pretty none the less.
CHRIS: More familiar sounding area names. Also FT. Worth and Grapevine. My family lived in FW about 1 - 1 1/2 years. I lived there with them about 3 months and loved to go to Grapevine! Altho I looove pizza there are other things harder to resist for me, like mashed potatoes and corn on the cob! I can make pita, zucchini or macaroni crust pizzas and that seems to satify my yen for pizza.
NANCE: Isn't is always a disappointment when a recipe doesn't work out. Yet I love to experiment! Win a few, lose a few! I really like the pumpkin bread, very moist and good.
TONI: LOL! Could just picture those screams. DS is back from doctor and it is amazing the change in him. The drain and big bandage are gone and he is moving so much better. Said the drain didn't hurt coming out. I've had a few drains in my time and they really don't hurt, although the one for my laporatomy I thought that one didn't have an end to it! So there was a sensation. His stitches are suppposed to dissolve.
FRUIT: Thinking of you and hope you are feeling better.
DEB: OOOWW! With the blister. Honey, you've got to take care of yourself!
GUMBO: Your test made it, now remember what you did to succeed!!! It will come.
TRISH: That kind of soapbox you can get on anytime!
YELLOW: I have done needlepoint, although it has been quite a while. I guess I should't judge all Hobby Lobbys by the one here. I know in the League City area there is a huge one. We didn't go to it, but just from outside you knew it was big!
Well, time to see about supper, altho DIL is home and she will probably cook.
Take care all. Shirley
THE BIG ORANGE BABE
06-06-2002, 07:23 PM
EVENING EVERY BUDDY!!! :p
BOB is feeling somewhat better, but this has still got it's hooks in me :mad:
I think it's starting to move downward into my chest...my coughing is lovely!!! :cry: I don't do well with bronchial thingys..I usually end up with a headache from all the barking :eek:
ROSE....glad you're feeling better..hope you found some furniture...there sure is enough of it there! Tell me once again where you're located up there? in Asheville or Hendersonville?
Have you been up to Lake Lure? If not..go it's beautiful!
NANCY...I might need to call your boss...are you running for assistant DUNGEON MISTRESS??? OR has Debbie got somebody watching you? WALKING??? RUNNING??? EXERCISE?
You are so pumped...keep it up girl...get those boxes packed and get moved...I've never been to that area and hey...I can cook you something SOUTHERN!! ;)
BKM....SKYLINE??? Inviting Debbie???? Where's BOB gonna sit???? Enjoy your visit with Kim...and ditto on what Deb said about meeting Paul...Pinch him on the butt...tell him that's from me...he'll understand!!!
I'm so jealous that you might get to meet MADDIE though...I'm trying to calm SKEETER down, but he might have to go to!
HELLO to Sarah...how's the BK's knee???
JACKIE...Hope your rain is settling down..Talked to my Niece this morning and she said it was still raining.
BETH...you've got to watch out for Nancy...your ears will be ringing from all the buzzing...she can keep you on your toes!
Good picture...love the uniform!
TRANQUIL...read in the paper today that you all are using ENTIRELY too much electricity...it's only June...wait till AUGUST to turn the the air to freezing!!
DEB...I had a COBB day before yesterday, but my dressing was not as good as yours!!! Hope everthing is well down there.
Don't jinx me with the car problems!! Hello to the kids...and pinch ELI for me ;)
:wave: everyone else...got to get some dinner...
Later
BOB
Toni48
06-06-2002, 07:36 PM
Good evening. Thought I'd check back in before going for a walk.. Hope you all had a great day. Can't believe its Thursday already.. For some reason I feel bloated. I can guess probably the reason, I made a pot of beans last night and had them for lunch today. Will probably freeze the rest tomorrow. Or make refried beans out of them...
Yellowrose- You're gardens make me absolutley green with envy!! They sound wonderful and what good eating....
Jack-K- I'll give it my best shop but that 4 is something else... Its such a boost to have a good weight loss.... I love to grill things...so your burgers sound good. And I've dying to try chips from sweet potatoes. Can wait till you tell us how they turned out...
Trishaloo- That so horrible about the drowning of a 13 yr. old. My son almost drowned when he was 2 so I've been oh so careful around water.... I think your advice is good...
Gumbo- EEEEKKKK I've never had that happen, and hope it never does. I hope you don't have anymore trouble. Was wondering where you were...
Beth- Good luck with the water. Sometimes its really hard to get it in.....
Tranquil- I'm about 3 1/2 hours from St. Louis going southwest. I used to walk bare footed on my treadmill and caught my foot in the back part. I had to have my foot and toe stiched up, so I've always been a little leary since then. They can get ya if you're not careful....LOL...
Debilli- I would love if you sent me the spinach quiche recipe, I know it's there somewhere. Your foot sounds awful... Boy something sure was rubbing!!! I can't believe how you can walk so far... OOO EEEE. Love the lady!!!!
Okay off to get ready for my walk.... Good evening....
213/186/130
jbug
06-06-2002, 10:53 PM
Well, WIW wasn't too bad to me. I am still holding at 143, where I was last week, but there was a lot of crap in between. So again, just grateful I didn't gain (this is an instant replay from last week!)
Monday night I made some couscous (durum whole wheat - so I thought legal). I had a small serving. By the time I went to bed I was a bloated whale - I looked 6 mos pregnant. I don't seem to be able to eat any kind of pasta - legal or not - without bloating out. Why is that - anybody know?
***SORRY - dh came in last night and needed to use the computer for work. So, I'm a day late with my WIW. But, I'll try to catch up.
Yesterday was sooooo hard to stay on plan - but I did - well about 95%. And today, about 96% - that is for the half a dozen Munch Em's I had with my daughter at lunch. But, I was pleased that I could stop at just a couple - huge deal for me!
Gracious - Thanks for the Flylady link - I had just read about that in a magazine but hadn't gone to the site yet - I signed up today - my sink is nice and clean!!!! Hope it doesn't rain on you the next couple of days so you could can get more work done.
Deb - Sorry, don't know what stickies are - can't comment. I haven't spent a lot of time on the recipes thread yet - but I do want to. Congrats to your daughter on a perfect attendance record! Wow - I definitely never got that in school. Deb - I saw you offer to look at someone's typical menu for a day - I could use that one of these days. Would appreciate it! Congrats on your WIW weight. I think you have to indulge once in a while - there's no way I can face a future without an occasional "planned" treat. The key for me is to not turn into a feeding frenzy. Hey - I grew up in West Palm Beach - I lived there from 1972 to 1985 - went to some classes at FAU. My folks still live there. Maybe I'll see you down there sometime! Blood on your sock?? Yikes. Now you are one focussed walker not to have known about that till you took your sock off!
Serene - Welcome! Sorry to hear of your life change, but you are sound like you are in a great frame of mind to explore all the new possibilities that have opened to you!
HeartMom - Gorgeous pictures of an adorable little guy! I thought you might have a heart baby. Our daughter was born with a VSD, ASD, and PDA. She had open-heart surgery when she was 5 months old - that was 2.5 years ago. I relive the pain sometimes and am amazed at how much we as parents can handle when we have to. I'll keep you in my prayers.
Sef - So sorry for DS's pain and discomfort. At least it's over and it's all uphill from here.
BOB - Thanks for the virus funnies - forwarded them to some buds - hilarious! Bummer that you are still sick. Could it be pneumonia?
Home - Congrats on the great WIW! I have always eyed one of those fancy scales - but was afraid what it might tell me!
Country - Yep - I'm the yo-yo queen - I know where you are at. But, as you said in today's post - that it's how your clothes fit and how much energy you have that counts.
Beth - Woohoo! Way to go boys! Great picture of you! Good luck with the motivation finding mission. That's a tough one - I know I find it from reading through this board - instead of eating!
Jenn - I know what you mean about stress eating. I know I'm doing it and that I shouldn't be doing it - but I keep on. I read somewhere that sniffing peppermint is supposed to help - Altoids anyone?
Music - Your mom is in my prayers.
Tranquil - Wow - that's an ambitious goal! Good luck! Congrats on the losing!
Jack-K - Wow - Four pounds!!!!!! That is awesome! You should be darn proud of yourself.
Trish - thanks for the warning. Those poor parents - what they wouldn't do to turn back time. Today I was at a pool with 8 kids and I was trying to watch my dd who isn't very water safe yet, and the other adults were basically inside not paying attention. My eyes were darting all over the place to make sure all those kids (ranging from 3-8 years old) were okay. It was scary to see how little attention was paid to them.
Wow - it is tough keeping up with all you eager posters. But it is awesome to have all of you out there supporting each other through SB and other stuff.
I'm off to do my daily BIL workout - upper body tonight.
Homeschooling Mama
06-07-2002, 12:44 AM
Happy Thursday everyone. ;)
Well.....DQ did me in again today. :( Same senario. BIL tried to talk me into going with him. I turned him down. Picked kids up at day camp, which is 2 blocks from DQ, and they both asked. Ok, they begged. Thank goodness day camp ends tomorrow. Then I don't have any reason to be anywhere near that place. I also threatened to toss my BIL out on his bum if he mentioned that place to me again. :devil:
Then I went to get the meat to thaw out for dinner and discovered the inspector (we're selling our house) unplugged our big freezer. We lost over $700 worth of meat and frozen veggies. I was furious. I called him and
can say with complete certainty that he
doesn't like me. What kind of idiot unplugs your freezer? :mad:
Oh well. Tomorrow's another day. I recovered once and I'll recover this time. First thing in the morning right back on the wagon. Then off to the grocery store to buy a week's worth of meat and frozen veggies. :dz:
I wanted to respond last night to everyone's posts, but didn't have time. For those who have relatives ill, you're in my thoughts and prayers.
Meliris ? Thank you so much for warning me. My husband handed me two fat burner pills after breakfast when he took his. Being an idiot, I took them. Then I logged on 10 minutes later and saw your post. :eek: I?m on medication for high blood pressure and for a heart condition. Needless to say, I worried all morning. Finally decided to lay down and try to nap. I woke up 3 hours later feeling ok. That?s the last time I take any fat burners.
Beth ? glad you had a wonderful time shopping. Sometimes you just need to take time for yourself. I love your picture. You are one pretty lady.
Nance ? Way to go yesterday. Hang on and keep climbing up the wagon.
Toni ? about the treadmill ? Ouch! It?s a good thing you didn?t get hurt when the electric cut out.
Trishaloo ? Thanks for the warning about swimming pools. Our rule has always been: Never, ever swim alone. The kids have to get permission from me or their Dad before diving in. Then we?re either out by the pool with them or in the living room which has a large bay window facing the pool. My kids caught me skinny dipping late one night when Jim was out of town. Boy, did they scold me. They were so mad about me swimming alone, it took them a few minutes to realize what I was wearing (or not wearing). :o
Gotta go. Have a great Friday, everyone. :wave:
Serene
06-07-2002, 04:06 AM
Hi!
Gee, what an active group this is! This is wonderful! The only problem is having enough time to respond to all of the posts. I do
appreciate all of the very kind welcomes that I am still receiving!
I did get to weigh on Wednesday but did not have a chance to post it. My weight was 222.5, so I am down one and a half pounds. The scale finally moved again!!!
Debbie, I will try to answer your questionswithout being too lengthy. Yes, eating off plan during stressful times has been a huge problem for me in the past. I am getting better about not falling into that trap. The worst part of the impending divorce is that my DH still lives in the house, however sleeps in the garage with my mother! HaHa....sounds like Jerry Springer material doesn't it? Actually, our garage is large and converted to use for bedrooms. My Mother just recently moved in with us and it will be her space once the DH is gone. He is looking for a job out of town as he wants to be far away from everything here. Meanwhile, that does create a lot of tension with us still being in the same house. My 13 yr old daughter also lives at home. My 17 yr old son technically lives at home but is currently taking up residence in the Juvenile Dention center. My 24 yr old son is on his own and doing well. As for the greyhounds, they do some serious sleeping most of the day and you barely know they are in the house. They are some of the most quietest, sweetest and wonderful creatures that were placed on this earth. I really don't know what I want to do for employment. I've been out of the job market for so long that it seems overwhelming just trying to figure it out. I would love to take a trip with Tranquil to Miami to meet you. I haven't been there since I was a teenager. And yes, I am very blessed to have such a wonderful support and friend in Tranquil. She is the greatest! Can you help with how much I should be eating. I am 5'8" and weigh 222.5 lbs.
Toni48, yes the weight coming off does feel great. The best part is that I'm doing it for myself and not to please anyone else! I am enjoying getting out and doing things again too. I've seen 3 movies with Tranquil in the last few weeks. That is probably more than I've seen all year. It sure helps doing things with a friend that is likeminded about eating and losing weight. SB is the best eating plan I've ever tried!
Jack-K, I haven't really thought of a goal weight for myself. I'm thinking around 155, which would make about 70 lbs that I want to lose. You must be very proud to have one DD in college and the other one getting married. My 24 yr old DS is still looking for the right girl but is in no hurry.
Gracious, I remember the days that it was hard to get out of the house because of having little ones at home and no one to watch them. I can empathize with you on that! Now that mine are all older, I sometimes miss those days when they were young.
I'm sorry that I don't have time to respond to the other posts, however, it is after 2:30am so I'd better be off to bed. I will try to do better next time.
Serene a.k.a. Wendy
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Serene
06-07-2002, 04:11 AM
Hope this comes out. This is a picture of Tranquil and me at a French restaurant in Epcot, celebrating her birthday in May.
Serene
06-07-2002, 04:18 AM
This is Tranquil and our sexy French waiter. He helped make our dinner so enjoyable!
Tranquil
06-07-2002, 08:58 AM
What a wonderful morning it really is - I am late for work because I am on line reading the posts! :D I have to pack my lunch and my gym bag today is personal training....
Good news I had to share - I took Deb's advice on eating and for dinner packed it with vegetables I bought at the farmer's market store - butternut squash, zucchini, and some salad....I walked in the rain for a short walk - a mile - and I lost another half pound!
I now weigh 253.5!!!! I am thrilled, it means I am back on the losing roll again!
I will have to post the rest when I get to work - there will be traffic because of the nasty gloomy weather outside!
Sabrina
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Solly
06-07-2002, 09:07 AM
Happy Friday,
Thought it would never get here.:)
Well the sweet potato fries turned out to be pretty good. I just brushed them with olive oil and salt and pepper and baked them for about 40 minutes. They were crispy. I'm not a big sweet potato fan, unless they are cooked with tons of brown sugar, marshmellows, etc., but they were good. My kids tried them and didn't want to admit that they were good. They said not bad. I would fix them again.
Got my walk in this mornig. I think I slept thru the first 3 blocks. But got to run a little more than I usually do and that made me feel good. Now if I can just stay awake here at work.
Posts to catch up:
Trish, what a sad accident. You are right no one should ever swim alone. Prayers for that family.
Yellow, Sounds like you had a nice day. I always feel very good when I get all my veggies cut up and meals fixed. Nice feeling when you are in control
Sef, Glad your son is improving. Sure he will be moving around better now.
Bob, Wish you would get over whatever it is that has you puny (sp). How's that new baby doing?
Toni, the burgers were good. I even brought oen for lunch today. Gonna cover it in jalepenos. The sweet potatoe fries were really good. Crispy. Almsot as good as Micky D's. DH put catsup on his.
Jbug, Good for you on your eating. Just a little more effort and you will get there. I'm like you, before I would eat a whole box of something. Now I really watch my serving sizes.
HSMama, What a bummer about losing all the meat in your freezer. Can you make him pay for that? Get back on that wagon and hold on tight. Stay away from DQ. Loved the story about skinny dipping. My kids would think that was gross.
Serene, WTG on yur loss this week. Keep up the good work. Loved the pics. You and Tranquill could be sisters. The waiter is sexy. LOL You do have a lot on your plate. Good luck. Hope things work out for you.
Have a great day. Check in later.:D
Jackie
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10-10-01
gracious
06-07-2002, 09:25 AM
Hubby and our foreman friend are due here any minute to get started on working so I can't make a long post. We exchanged our budgies last night with 5 week old baby ones who are darling and I am determined to train. There are 3 of them for the 3 kids and I know the guy was nice but won't let us switch birds again! These ones are named Jonah, James and Hannah!
Everyone who asked for my WW Pasta Recipe...listen, it was a throw what I have left in the house together and serve it up kinda thing. It was tasty but I dare not reproduce a recipe for you, how embarassing! :o
YELLOWROSE- The FlyLady thing gave me the incentive to get things done even better. I think that is a big help..motivation...just like with our SB. I have been doing some cleaning of jobs that she calls Procrastination Jobs...things we leave forever and I am finally tackling them. I use her daily email tips to keep everything else in order while I am doing the big jobs. I used to focus on a big job and then let everything else slip, but not anymore! I like her time saving ideas too, especially with young kids.
Anyways..can't do anymore posting because I really have to FLY today. Have a great Friday everyone!
Tranquil
06-07-2002, 10:51 AM
Hi All:
Our weather is the summer grunge - humid and gloomy - we are getting much needed rain though!
Trish - That is a very tragic thing about the young boy! Scary!!! I am nervous about my son swimming even if there is a life guard around! You just hear about so many accidents happening.... I agree, never swim alone.
Jack-K - Your Swt potatoes sounded yummy! Good for you getting out there and walking and running! I feel like if I miss out on my walk, I have seriously let myself down. Keep up the good work!
Yellow - Your meal sounded yummy, you sounded very happy in your post too! Glad to hear about your energy, and your garden sounds Fabuloso!!!
Sef - Thanks for the tip on your cottage cheese mix - it sounds very yummy!!!! How is ds today - is he more comfy with the drain gone?
Bob - Was the article about Jax using too much electricity? I could not afford to keep my home like a refrigerator, even in August! But I have fans running constantly.
Toni - Well you are too far away from where I will be to stop and wave hello next weekend! Hope the bloated feeling left you.... I am going to make a pot of beans this weekend myself and package them up in the freezer for different meals..... I love black
beans the best. Ouch with the stitches from the treadmill accident!
Jbug - Thanks. Yes, I set big goals for myself - sometimes I am too hard on myself - but right now I don’t feel that I am being too hard on myself considering the long road to wellness ahead of me..... Keep up the good work- and once you get 100% op you will feel so good!
Homeschool - That is really awful about losing all that food because of someone’s thoughtless actions....who cares what he thinks of you, maybe he will be more thoughtful the next time he unplugs someone’s freezer to make sure he plugs it back
in....
Serene - You are doing so great!!!! But I am really trying to hurry and catch up with you at the moment!!! Just MHO but your weight goal needs to be the same as mine - we
are the same height :) though I have a smaller foot, hahahaha....
Gracious - AWWWW how sweet, little baby budgies :angel: their names are even just sweet!!!!
Well I just ate a pear and at noon I meet with the personal trainer, and after that I am going to have to go pick up a salad because I did not have time to pack my lunch today!
Sabrina
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YellowRose
06-07-2002, 10:52 AM
Hi,
It promises to be another beautiful day here in the mountains.
Bob: It sounds like the two of us may have had the same awful sinus thing that is going around. I am happy to report that I am finally feeling well and I hope that you are better in no time. I am actually living in a little communtiy called Balsam Grove. It is off highway 215 North from Rosman about nine miles. From our house it is about another nine miles up to the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is such a wonderful area. It takes us about 30 minutes to drive into Brevard and another 20 to 30 minutes to get to Hendersonville.
Gracious: Procrastination is my number one biggest problem in life. I always feel such a victory when I, at times, beat it.
Sef: You are right about Hobby Lobby. I was certainly surprised to find that my daughter found the little kit there. It probably does have a lot to do with the location. She lives in the Houston/Galveston Texas area.
I must scoot for now. Hope all are well.
Nancemeister
06-07-2002, 11:19 AM
As usual...in a hurry to post before getting to work....why in a hurry you ask? Cause I got my butt out of bed and walked this morning. Another lovely day in Palm Desert, Ca. where it wasn't even cool at 5:30am. UGH!!!
ToniHaven't tried the pumpkin bread, but I'm going to bake this weekend. Don't know if I have enough courage to try the zucchini bread again...I'm still gagging from that recipe (not a SB posted one, so no one worry!)
Deb Haven't peaked on the recipe board, cause I usually just wait until it's completed, then print everything out, but I guess I could cut-n-paste to word, then print for one or two for now. I just found out that there is going to be a big "Cherry Festival" on route to the raspberry pickin' farm. Sounds like a trouble weekend for me...I can never control myself when it comes to buying all that farm fresh produce!
Tranquil WTG!!!! See, all that hard work is paying off!
Serene Cute pictures of you and Tranquil Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a scanner!
Jack-K I'll take some of that rain your having....send it over my way PLEAZZZE!!! Dan that Man was watching our weather forecast and was being sarcastic and saying"Oh, we're having a cold front, it's only going to be 97 today!" Better than the 116 we had a few days ago. GET ME OUT OF HERE!!!!
BOB Once you come over girlfriend...you won't want to leave. I'm telling you this town is cute as a button! You should check out their web site while you'll at home drinking your OJ!
I think it's www.victorianferndale.com....see if that works, and you'll see what all the fuss is about!
Received my photo booklet I sent away for from my future town Ferndale. It's too cute!!! Hoping to get up there for a visit in July, since June isn't looking good! Like to drag the kids up so they can see it's "normal". Son is graduating from 8th grade...I don't know about the rest of the country, but they sure make a fuss. Having a dance tonight at a ritzy Country Club. Monday gets to go to Disneyland (I didn't get to do that until HS graduation!)
and then Tuesday is the ceremony over at the park ampitheater.
I'm real porud of him though, but time is going by too fast! Makes me feel old thinking my guy will be in High School! I'm not old enough to be a Mom of a High Schooler!
Okay....really running behind schedule....I am so dang happy it's FRIDAY!!!!!!! YIPEEEEEEE!!!!!!
Toni48
06-07-2002, 11:24 AM
Good morning everyone... I just got off my treadmill after walking a mile... I'm so excited... Last night a friend backed out of walking with me at the campground so I went by myself. It was great. I kept a good pace and walked 30 min. Thats so good for me. I'm so pleased. Then this morning I walked 30 min. = 1 mile on my treadmill. My heart doctor is going to love me!!! I feel like I'm walking on air right now... LOL....... I just pray I can keep this up... I can't believe how good I feel. The more I do the better I feel... Hope everyone is up and about this morning. Isn't it great for you working ladies its Friday!
gracious- Oh good luck with your little birdies. They must be adorable... Those are the best kind of pasta dishes the one that everything but the kitchen sink in it.. LOL... Have a great day...
Jack-K- You are pure motivation for me.... I just have to stay up with you gal.....That four lbs. you lost is bitten my butt... LOL.....If you say you'll try those sweet potato chips again then that means I'll have to try them. But I love sweet potatoes just with butter, baked. Good for you on your walk... I wish I got out in the morning. I can't walk out of the front door because it goes straight up a giant hill and so I drive to a place. But the air is so much better in the morning...
Tranquil- I'm so thrilled for you, you're doing wonderful and now a loss. WOOO EEEEEE Woman! I must have missed how your personal trainer is? And how its going. Is it real hard? Do you like it?
Serene- Thanks for posting the picture.. Its so good to see the people we're talking to... The waiter looked yummy. Wow did I say that! Its so good to get to know you. I think the best weight to loose is the weight you take off for yourself. Thats the kind that stays off the best. Pretty soon you'll be a new you.... Sounds like your plate is full and I wish you the best with all of that.. I know what you mean about looking for a job when you've been out of the job market for a long time. This is my second marriage and when my ex and I got a divorse I was scared to death to be on my own. I had never really held a permanet have to job and I had two little boys. But there was lots of adventure and excitement in controling my life for a change.
Homeschooling Mama- LoL, its a good thing I live in the country. I'm 3 miles from town and have no neighbors around so I can keep away from allot of temptation.... Soon you'll be strong when you get that old sugar out of your system. Glad the Fat Blockers didn't do anything to you. I also have heart trouble and high blood pressure so have to be very careful what I put in my mouth. Oh how terrible about your freezer. My goodness he should have had to pay for it.... Hope you have a little better week-end....
jbug- Glad you held your own. Sometimes that all we can do, and sometimes we just have to take an hour at a time. Then that turns into more hours and more and days and weeks. Pretty soon you're living the SB WOE.
Guess I'll go get dressed and have some oatmeal. Going for coffee with a friend or hopefully tea.... Have a great day you all...
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Beth2374
06-07-2002, 11:39 AM
Good Friday Morning to everyone :)
Last night my oldest DS played his last baseball game of the season. They lost the second tournament game in a row and were eliminated. He had a fun season getting to play second base and pitcher :)
Youngest DS doesn't play again until Saturday... hoping to stick to our streak, and most of all to have FUN!!!
Well I almost made an *** of myself this week...LOL (BIG shock I know) As you know DH bought a business that sells cookies. (Famous Amos, and Murray Sugar Free) Well I've been selling in the courthouse to the different offices because we have several diabetic deupties and others. So... I go into the license department and pick up some orders from the lady there, and I see the CUTEST guy behind the counter...(I'm a terminal flirt, DH loves it though, it's one of his favorite things about me) and I said.. "So what do you do? Just sit back there and look good?" Well... Two days later I found out that the youngster is none other than the LICENSE DIRECTOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG... I about fell out. But... he was a great sport about it!! :o
Hey NANCE - I went to my MIL's last night... ARE YOU PROUD??? But I think I'll wait a week or so to post it, cause I'd hate to ruin all your fun of harassing me for it :devil:
OK, OK.... I weighed in at 172... which is 2 pounds above where I wanna be, but it's the week before TOM comes for a visit, and I'm usually up about 2-3 pounds this week because I eat like a horse, and bloat like a whale. My rings are leaving marks on my fingers so I know I'm retaining a little H2O... It will be down where I want it by next week I'm sure :) It's still 3 lbs down from last time :)
Well I'm off to get my paycheck... have a Lovely Friday everyone :)
:wave:
TVthatsME
06-07-2002, 12:25 PM
Well, TGIF!!
Its been a very rough week for me here… Work has been as stressful as it gets and I’m just glad this week is almost gone.
DS’s team won another game last night which made us 9 wins and 6 losses for the season. County tournament starts next week – should be very interesting!!
Beth – you are a riot!! We’ve just simply got to meet up very soon! Lookin good in that pic – your face is very slim now! Funny how we are always our own worst critic. It took a lot of nerve for me to post my pic.
Everyone else – thanks for the nice comments about my pics! I LOVE my digital camera!!
My eating has been much much better this week since I renewed my SB vows on Monday. I had almost gone back to my starting point after that short vacation! Shame on me, I know… But from Monday until today I’ve come down 3.5 lbs, so I’m on the right road now. I’ll let you gals know when I make it back to my pre-xmas low – hope it doesn’t take too long!!
Gotta run for now – You girls be good and have a great weekend!!
tv
TVthatsME
06-07-2002, 12:33 PM
I meant to ask if any of you have ever heard of or read about the insulin resistance diet?
Someone told me about it because I have hypothyroidism and that condition sometimes brings insulin resistance problems with it. I love SB, but wonder about this one. I'm tempted to buy the book...
Here is a web address:
http://www.insulinresistancediet.com
Feedback???
Debelli
06-07-2002, 12:45 PM
Good Friday Morning Everyone:wave:
Starting this post before I have to take Lauren to school and Eli to work (still no car for him).
Just got in from my walk and I'm drenched! It is so hot out there! I have to stop sweating before I can throw on my schmata (raggedy old clothes, so to speak) so I can take Eli & Lauren, so I sit here on a towel, in a towel. Got my 4.5 miles in 46:05-didn't jog the last 1/2 mile and now wish I had, could of probably done it in 45 minutes, or so. This is my 5th day in a row walking/jogging and thus far have logged 22.5 miles-this is the "old Debbie" back at work. Sunday will make it 6 days, just like it use to be-I'm happy:)
Hope you don't mind me having BRAGGING RIGHTS today, the day after the awards ceremony at Lauren's school. Of course each and everyone one of us who have children are proud of all their accomplishments no matter how big or small, but when they are recognized for putting the effort forward to be the best they can be and being singled out among all others, that makes it even more special. First of she was asked to lead everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance. I had asked her if she had to say anything in particular and she said no. Lauren gets up there, introduces herself as a proud 8th grade student at AMS, yadda, yadda and leads the pledge, and thanks them and asks them to be seated. I tell her later that "I thought you didn't have to say anything" she said she didn't she just made it up as we sat waiting for it to begin-sounds like a small thing, but honestly, you'd think she had rehearsed this. Anyhow, Lauren's first award was for 8 years perfect attendance. She was the only one in the school to get this huge trophy for that:) Then she recieved another trophy for Excellence in Advance Drama and last the Presidential Award which is a certificate that's awarded to those students who have a 3.5gpa or higher, scores 95% or better on all testing and other odds and ends. Of course, you can see, I'm a proud Mom and very proud of her:D
Many have requested my CRUSTLESS SPINACH QUICHE RECIPE You can find it on our 2000 RECIPE COLLECTION BOARD, but thought I'd post it here to make it easier for those who haven't figured out how to do a search as of yet. So, here's the link:
3oz 1/3 LESS FAT PHILLY CHREAM CHEESE,softened
1C Milk ( I use skim)
2 large eggs
1 carton Egg Beaters (to equal 2 eggs)
2C 50% less fat shredded cheddar cheese (I used Cabots)
1 10oz pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed and very well drained (squeeze, squeeze, squeeze! - if too much moisture is in it, quiche will be wet)
1C frozen chopped broccoli, thawed & well drained (squeeze too)
1/2 small onion, chopped
5 fresh mushrooms, sliced thin (approx. 1/2c)
1/4tsp pepper
1/2tsp salt
In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese. Add milk eggs and egg sub., salt and pepper. Beat until smooth. Stir in remaingin ingredients. Transfer to a 10in quich pan coated with nonstick cooking spray (I used a pie dish). Bake 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out pretty clean. Serves 8.
I'm far behind with posting but will try to do my best to get caught up. If for any reason I don't address you directly, please forgive, it's after 11am and I'm still in my schmata!:eek:
BETH, you just have to take a gander at yourself and just love the way you look and just know that as beautiful as you look now, you'll be even more gorgeous (is that possible?) as you continue to lose weight. I'm sure just a good kick in the pants will get you back into the right frame, you sure don't want me to bring the traveling DETOX DUNGOEN and come see you-it won't be pretty (even though you will be).
JACKK, why not come a day or two earlier for you leave on your cruise ship and visit? THEN, I could teach you the fine are of bargain shopping!!!
ROSE, will have to look at those socks you mentioned-thanks for the tip!
BOB, Michael has asked when you are coming for another visit? Eli says you're overdue and he'll give you some Columbian and me, I say come and visit, and we'll go get you a decent Cobb Salad!
JBUG, I eat couscous/bulgur all the time, not sure if that's what gives me gas, or the beans I usually eat with it, really hadn't thought about it much. You may have an intolerance to it. If this occurs all the time then I'd just say to nix eating it. What are Munch Um's? I'd be happy to look at your menu-just be patient with me, it some times takes me a while to get back on e-mails, I get so overwhelmed some times with them. You can e-mail me at Debelli@AOL.com. My Aunt & Uncle live in WPB, on the island (rich part of family). Hope you go see your family because we could definitely get in a meeting!!!
MAMA, either don't take them to DQ, or give them the money and DON'T get out of the car!!! Remember, no one is holding that proverbial gun to your head. AND, I believe BIL is trying to sabotage you, unless he has no clue you are following this WOE, but if he does, then he's not helping you at all-I'm SURE you are much strong willed than that and can definitely say AND mean NO next time this should come up-RIGHT? I sympathize about the meat-it's happened to me more times than I care to count-our freezer outside, doors been left open, circuit breaker has popped-always something!
SERENE, CONGRATS on another 1.5lb loss! Great news! THANK YOU FOR POSTING THE PICTURES!! As I always say, it's so nice to put a name with a face. Boy, no wonder you and TRANQUIL are freinds, you look like you could be sisters! Oh, and the waiter, WHAT A HUNK!!! Don't feel you have to post a reply to each and every person all the time. There's many on the board who don't and can't do to time constraints/life. No one more than myself can understand this because I KNOW how long it can take me to post a reply to everyone-I've been on here for hours at a time, which is usual for me. You do what you can, when you can. If you can't post anything more than 2 lines that's fine too. Just to come on the board to say hello and let us know you're still with us, and doing okay is much better than nothing. There will be days that you WILL be able to post to each and every person, and that will be great! LOL, OMG, ex-2-b is in the garage with your DM? Okay, why is DM in the garage and why with ex-2-b? Oh, now I see, just read that explanation! But yes, it does sound like a Springer Show! What type of work do you think you'd like to get in to? I too need a J-O-B, I haven't worked in almost 3 years, so I can understand. Based on your weight you posted I'd recommend that you try a caloric intake of 2000-2100 calories. Do you have any idea what you are getting now? Just make sure you try to keep your ratios near the 30/40/30 that's recommended not only by SB but the RDA as well:) Would love for the two of you to come visit-think about it!!!!
TRANQUIL, you go girl! Glad to hear your down on the scale a bit more!!! Okay, let's see how we can get you to be better prepared when you don't pack a lunch. How does tuna in those new pouches sound with a packet of mayo and some Finn Crisp or Ryvita crackers stashed in your car-along with a plastic fork-nothing needs refridgeration and can be thrown together right in the pouch to mix-salt and pepper packets from any fast-food joint helps too.
NANCE, glad to hear you were out walking early again-good job. Hey don't worry about buying all the produce, that's not a problem (expect maybe on the pocket book), it could be worse, it could be a CHOCOLATE COVERED CHERRY FESTIVAL!!! :lol:
TONI, you are doing great with your walking indoors and out!!! You surely are reaping those benefits in more ways than one! That feel great feeling is a natural high-I know how you feel:)
TV, will look at that site later:)
JENN & DARAMUS, got your e-mails, will get back to you this weekend, I promise;)
Okay, it's almost noon. I'm going to the kitchen to make some chicken salad for lunch. I think I'm going to make a bean dish for dinner.
YEAH, good news! The kids' Dad just called and he was able to get this cruise he was trying to book to take them on June 16th for 1 week. His brother (the jerk) works PT for a cruise line and was waiting to see if any fares for family came up and he lucked out so the kids are going on a 1 week cruise to the Carbieean (San Juan, PR, St. Thomas and St. Martin). NOW, my Mom wants to know if I want to go somewhere with her. If I can find something ultra cheap last minute then maybe we can snag a deal of our own somewhere (Mom REALLY wants to go to either NC to her house there or Vegas). I personally really don't feel like going to NC since I was just there and I really don't care to drive that far again, so soon. Vegas, it's okay, but I told her I HAVE to get a car and I would HAVE to go to all 3 TJ's. Anyone have any other ideas or suggestions of places to go???
Okay, I'm outta here. Hope you all have a wonderful day and a fabulous weekend!!
Toodles
Debbie
194/124/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
Red1
06-07-2002, 01:40 PM
I wanted to let everyone know that I am still here. Thanks you for the birthday wishes. It has been so busy at work that by the time I get home I do't even want to look at a computer. Ussually I can look in at work and post when I get home but that hasn't worked out this past two weeks.
It is very busy here at home too. My dad and mom hve moved in until their home it built. That should be sometime in November or December. Eating OP will be a challenge for a while. They eat a little different than we do and I don't want to have to cook two meals. They will eat like we do to some extent. Any suggestions are welcomed.
I am going to be a grandma again n January. My DS and DIL are expecting in Jan. We are excited. It will be a real bummer after the baby is born though since they live in Eureka which is 12 hours north of us. California is a long state.
TVthatsME - hope the team does well in the county tournement. Most of all I hope everyone has fun.I am glad it is friday too. Our work schedule gives me every other friday off. Today is an off day. I love the three day weekends.
Beth2374 - Having fun is the most important part. Don't you just love it when you do something so embrassing. You just want to hide under the table. It was nice that he took it so well.
Toni48 - keep up the good work. I know I would feel better if I walked everyday. I do alot of walking with my job but it isn't the same.
Nancemeister - How have you been. I am still trying to figure out when would be a good time to get together. My son is at a new job, painting houses, and guess where it will take him in the next two weeks. Yes... ferndale. He is an artist and has appreciation for the style of houses. He said the victorians are beautiful. My daughter asked if you would like her to send you ,via email, some information about scrap in a snap. She is a consultant for the company and I told here that you scrap all the time. let me know and I'll give her your address.
gracious - I bet you will be happy when all the redo is done. We are doing to start a redo in our bedroom. From floor to ceiling and everything inbetween. I am looking forward to the changes.
Jack-K - I can't wait to try your sweetpotato fries. I was not sure how to make them. I wasn't a great fan of them until I started to eat this way.
Tranquil - Good for you!!:) I hope that I can get back on the loosing side. This is the on;y time that being on the loosing side is a good thing.
I have to get going.
WELCOME to the new folks.
I will try to get back later today. Everyone have a great Friday.
Cyndi
CountryMom4Him
06-07-2002, 03:17 PM
Good afternoon! Yesterday just kicked my hiney. I'm still pooped. I ended up mowing about 2 and a half hours total. It was just too hot to do any more. I also walked 50 minutes with a friend. And the best part of the day was running with my daughter. Our longest stretch was .3 miles. The whole walk run was 1.2 miles and we ran half of it. My legs do great but I can't breath for squat. There has to be an art to breathing that I don't know yet. Okay..I guess I just need to get in shape still. :)
No mowing today. It's one and I don't feel motivated to do anything that will make me sweat yet.
Trish I am so sorry about the young man who lost his life. I don't swim well so I am almost paranoid about my kids and the water. We have a pond and I refuse to let the kids swim in it. Their dad let them go once with life jackets and I about had a fit. Between the snakes and the weeds I worry about them drowing. It hasn't happend again..and won't. Mean ole momma.:)
Yellowrose So glad you are feeling better.
Bob Hope you are feeling much better today. Nothing like a summer cold.
Toni You go girl! It is awesome that you are feeling better and sticking with your walking. Sorry your walking buddy bailed on you. Mine bails on me a lot. But only once this week. It's so much nice to have a walk or run buddy.
JBug It sounds like you might be sensitive to wheat.
HomeschoolMomma Good thing day camp is over...now you can stay clear of the DQ :) Next time your BIL brings it up think of something you like almost as good that is OP and it will help clear DQ from your head. Our mind can really make it hard at times. That's why we need to refocus sometimes. That is just terrible about all that meat. I hope that he or your insurance will help you recoup part of your loss.
Serene WTG on your weight loss! Hopefully when your soon to be ex leaves you will be able to destress and find some special time for yourself. It will get easier. ((hugzz))
Thanks for sharing the photos. You and Tranquil look just marvelous. There is a radience and glow to both of you. You can tell you were having a blast.
Tranquil Awesome that you are on a downward roll now..see..knew ya could do it. :)
Jack-K The sweet potato fries sound delicious. Sounds like something even my family would like. They love them fried but I'm trying to fry less and back more. So this sounds like a great option.
Gracious Sounds like you cook like I do...a little of this...a little of that..:D
Nancy Go Nancy...shake your bootie! You are doing so good with the walking. Way to keep up the good work.
Beth You are a mess girl..:p I just love your energy and zest for life. I can just imagine your face when you found out who he was.
TV Great on the weight loss and getting back on track. You'll reach that pre-christmas low in no time.
Deb You should be proud of Lauren. Those are wonderful achievements. It's not often these days you see kids with that kind of motivation or dedication to anything much less school. See your WOL is rubbing off on her.
Thanks for the quiche recipe. I would love to make it but I already know that one serving would not be enough for me. Two would be more like it...soooo I guess I'd better stay away from that one. :)
Red1 Congrats on the new grandbaby. I hope by the time he or she gets here you will be able to visit. Twelve hours is a long trip. There are some points in Texas that are almost that far apart also.
Praying you all have a safe, OP weekend.
Love,
Crystle
235/155/135
Solly
06-07-2002, 04:55 PM
Hey Gang,
This is gonna have to be quick. Have a lot of letters to get out before I leave. Just wanted to get caught up on posts for the weekend. I can't get back on until Mon, since my computer is still broken.:(
I am totally stressed with all the work going on here. Won't get better until July. I was fighting the urge to eat some SF candy. Fought it for 40 minutes, finally gave in. Only had 1 piece, a turtle SF. (I really wanted a drink) LOL.
Gracious, Glad your kids got new budgies. Loved the names, not typical bird names, but cute.
Tranquil, We got rain yesterday and it has really cooled things off. I had to wear a jacket for my walk this morning. Enjoy your salad.Loved the pics of you and Serene.
Nance, Good for your girl, getting that walk in. Keep up the good work. I don't think we are ever happy. Last week it was 94 when I walked and I complained it was hot, today it was 57 and I complained it was too cool. Never happy. When I graduated from HS we got to ride around our Ohio River on the Belle of Lou. Big adventgure. When my niece graduated HS (some 10 yrs later) they went to Hawaii. Times have changed. You aren't old, you just have an old son. Say yu started early.
Toni, Great going on your walking. I too feel better when I exercise. I thought I would skip today. Treat myself. But I couldn't do it. Afterwards, I was glad I didn't. Keep going on down with me.
Beth, WTG on the 3 pounds. You go girl. You better be careful who you flirt with from now on. Could get you in trouble. Sorry your oldest lost his game. Luck for your other DS.
TV, 3.5 pounds already this week, that is great. You will be down to your Xmas goal before you know it. Keep up the good work. GOod luck in your DS tournament games.
Deb, Major congrats to Lauren. How proud you must be. I would have been blubbering all through the program. 8 years PA is fabulous. That will help create good work ethics too. She will do great in HS. You are full of eating tips today. Enjoyed them. No vacation ideas from me, I always want to go the beach. I guess you want to go where there is no beach. LOL. New Orelans is nice, but will be hot now. The cruise the kids are taking is the same places we are going. How funny. It willb e a nice break for you and the kids will love it.
Red1, Congrats on being a grandma again. How exciting. 12 hours is too long away. As far as meals go for your parents, I would cook like you eat now, meats, veggies, fruits, if you have to fix a potato or something for them do so, but just fix enough for them. I'm sure others will ahve some ideas to. Good luck.
Country, Sounds like you had mega exercise yesterday. WTG.
Have a great weekend everyone!! Stay legal.:)
Jackie
257/187/145
10-10-01
sef
06-07-2002, 06:09 PM
HiedieHo All!!!
Just made some pita pizzzas using Hunt's Pizza Sauce. Gross!! I'll never but it again! Even Ragu's is better. I used to use Progresso Pzza Sauce. It was so good, can't get it aound here. Don't know if it is legal or not, I used it for years but never read label....pre-SB!
Wrote up the year's history for the PW. Now have to get busy on HFH newslettter. Did get some letters written to various friends.
HOME - I hope you told that inspector he owes you $700 or else! I don't think that could be called a frivolous law suit! Loved the tidbit on skinny dipping!
SERENE - Thanx for posting pics. Nice to put faces to names. I didn't start working until the kids were almost out of school, actually DS graduated that year and DD was two years behind. Prior to marriage I was office manager of my parents business. When I went back to work I got a job through my volunteer work at the local nursing home (NH). They thought I was great with the people, so I started working in Recreation. One thing lead to another and I was a Recreational Therapist for the next 20 years! I loved it! That's the thing, try to go with something you realy enjoy!
JACKK - I love sweet potatoes but don't want them doctored up. My mother used to make a sweet potato casserole with marshmallows and pineapple, guaranteed to put you in diabetic coma! I have not tried the fries but I think you have inspired me!
TRANQUIL - DS is at the dangerous point, you know... feel like you want to do something - then discover you can't untilit's too later. The ouch time!
DEB - Definitely entitled to bragging rights! You should be very oroud.
Know I probably missed some posts. Sorry.
Take care all.
sef
06-07-2002, 06:11 PM
In 2050 A.D. Bill Gates died in a car accident. He found himself in Purgatory being sized up by God...
"Well, Bill, I'm really confused on this call. I'm not sure whether to send you to Heaven or ****. Heaven or ****. After all, you enormously helped society by putting a computer in almost every home in the world and you created that ghastly Windows 95. I'm going to do something I've never done before. In your case, I'm going to let you decide where you want to go!"
Bill replied, "Well, thanks, God. What's the difference between the two?"
God said, "I'm willing to let you visit both places briefly if it will help you make a decision."
"Fine, but where should I go first?"
God said, "I'm going to leave that up to you."
Bill said, "OK, then, let's try **** first."
So Bill went to ****. It was a beautiful, clean, sandy beach with clear waters. There were thousands of beautiful women running around, playing in the water, laughing and frolicking about. The sun was shining, the temperature was perfect. Bill was very pleased.
"This is great!" he told God. "If this is ****, I REALLY want to see Heaven!"
"Fine," said God and off they went. Heaven was a high place in the clouds,with angels drifting about playing harps and singing. It was nice but not as enticing as ****.
Bill thought for a quick minute and rendered his decision. "Hmm, I think I prefer ****" he told God.
"Fine," retorted God, "as you desire."
So Bill Gates went to ****.
Two weeks later, God decided to check up on the late billionaire to see how he was doing in ****. When God arrived in ****, he found Bill shackled to a wall, screaming amongst the hot flames in a dark cave. He was being burned and tortured by demons.
"How's everything going, Bill?" God asked.
Bill responded-his voice full of anguish and disappointment, "This is awful, this is not what I expected. I can't believe this happened. What happened to that other place with the beaches and the beautiful women playing in the water?"
God smiled and said, "That was the screen saver."
sef
06-07-2002, 06:15 PM
Suzy Lee fell in love.
She planned to marry Joe.
She was so happy about it all,
she told her pappy so.*
**
Pappy told her, "Suzie Gal"
you'll have to find another.
I'd just as soon yo maw don't know,
but Joe is yo half-brother.*
**
So Suzie forgot about her Joe
and planned to marry Will.
But after telling pappy this,
he said "There's trouble still."*
**
You can't marry Will, my gal
and please don't tell yo mother,
cause Will and Joe and several mo
I know is yo half-brother."*
**
But mama knew and said "Honey chile,
do what makes yo happy.
Marry Will or marry Joe,
You ain't no kin to pappy
sef
06-07-2002, 06:19 PM
Pope and Rabbi
Shortly after the Pope had apologized to the Nation of Israel for the treatment of Jews by the Catholic Church over the years, Ehud Barak, the leader of Israel, sent back a message to the College of cardinals.
The proposal was for a friendly game of golf to be played between the two leaders or their representatives to show the friendship and ecumenical spirit shared by the Catholic and Jewish faiths.
The Pope met with his College of Cardinals to discuss the proposal. "Your Holiness," said one of the Cardinals, "Mr. Barak wants to challenge you to a game of golf to show that you are old and unable to compete I am afraid that this would tarnish our image to the world."
The Pope thought about this and as he had never held a golf club in his life asked, "Don't we have a Cardinal to represent me?"
"None that plays golf very well," a Cardinal replied. "But," he added, "there is a man named Jack Nicklaus, an American golfer who is a devout Catholic. We can offer to make him a Cardinal, then ask him to play Mr. Barak as your personal representative. In addition to showing our spirit of co-operation, we'll also win the match."
Everyone agreed it was a great idea. The call was made. Of course, Nicklaus was honored and agreed to play as a representative of the Pope.
The day after the match, Nicklaus reported to the Vatican to inform the Pope of the result.
"I have some good news and some bad news, Your Holiness," said the golfer.
"Tell me the good news, Cardinal Nicklaus," said the Pope.
"Well, Your Holiness, I don't like to brag, but even though I've played some pretty terrific rounds of golf in my life, this was the best I have ever played, by far. I must have been inspired from above. My drives were long and true, my irons were accurate and purposeful, and my putting was perfect. With all due respect, my play was truly miraculous."
"How can there be bad news?" the Pope asked.
Nicklaus sighed, "I lost to Rabbi Tiger Woods by three strokes."
Debelli
06-07-2002, 06:58 PM
Evening All:wave:
Thought I'd get in a post before heading out. Eli called me a couple hours ago to tell me we were going to Outback for dinner with 2 of his shift-supervisors and one of the gals fiancees. I wasn't prepared to go out to dinner tonight. You'd think I'd be thrilled and delighted but honestly wasn't feeling so hot all day, stomach bothering me, gassy and last hour or two feeling nauseated-not sure why. I'm not in the mood to go but I have to:( If I try to eat I think I'll just get sick. Maybe I'll make a miraculous recovery in the next hour:rolleyes:
Forgot to tell you this little story yesterday, guess you could say it would be part of the FRIDAY FUNNIES.
The door bell rang yesterday and since I was expecting my Mother I started spouting off at the mouth as I usually do when the kids aren't home to hear (and always in a fun way) how she's too %$)@ lazy to use her key, among a few other "choice" things. So I open up the door, and it's the UPS man!:eek: I was so embarressed! I asked him if he heard me yelling and he said "yes", so I told him I thought you were my Mother, forgive me. Talk about having egg on your face!!!
The weather is terrible, another reason I'd like to stay home, thundering, rain and some lightening. Hoping it will be clear tomorrow so I can go to some garage sales,
RED1, CONGRATS on the new addition that will be arriving in Janaury. I hope you had a good birthday. Hope things settle down a bit so we can see you a little more.
COUNTRY, sounds like your jogging is doing well. I think the heat really does us in when it comes to exercising. My legs will feel like tree trunks sometimes and breathing, I hate to even think what my lungs must look like inhaling all that lovely exhaust I get to whiff at! Do try the quiche recipe, it's not bad at all if you had to have 2 servings, but it's quite filling, esp. if you serve a salad along with it.
JACK, thanks for the congrats for Lauren. I was a little teary eyed, but I'm saving the monsoon tears for graduation in 2 years and then regenerataing for Lauren 2 years after. I'm sure there will be other happy to cry at events along the way, esp. with more award ceremonies in years to come. Paleese, I can only think of how my Mother is going to react, she already starts to tear up thinking about him going to college!
SEF, loved those Friday Funnies-thanks for sharing them!!!
Guess I'll reluctantly go get ready. Will try to check in later.
Have a great weekend!
Debbie
194/124{last WIW}/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
THE BIG ORANGE BABE
06-07-2002, 08:02 PM
EVENING EVERYBUDDY!!!! :p
BOB is MUCH better today...still got some coughing, but the pressure is pretty much gone from my head!! Just keep those fingers crossed a little while longer..;)
DEB...tell your CLAN that I'll be down, just can't say when..want to come when Lauren is there this time. Don't even mind the couch to roost on..Tell Eli to start stocking up...he owes me big time for throwing out the COLUMBIAN!!!
Why don't you two go on up to NC...it's not much cooler up there right now, but you wouldn't have to pay for lodging, and besides, you will be there when the gardens start to come in and you will see what REAL GARDEN VEGGIES are!!
Nothing beats GOOD fresh veggies!
JACKIE....The baby is wonderful...would you mind running over there and squeezing him for me? I've talked to him twice this week...Thanks for asking!
NANCY...I'll check out that website...I'm we can talk Deb into some sort of trip! CONGRATS on your progress..I'm proud of you!
EVERYONE WHO WISHED ME BETTER HEALTH!! Thanks so much, I really appreciate your thinking about me. I'll be back to my old SASSY self in no time! It just takes this one a long time to move on!
TRANQUIL...SERENE....are you two going to be able to make the beach trip in October? You're definately "on the way"...Hopefully we'll get some info soon..DEBBIE???? GOT ANY BEACH NEWS YET????
COUNTRY MOM...come on over here and do my lawn...I hate to work in the yard...
ROSE...I definately think we've had the same bug..Glad you're feeling better..just have to get this rattle out of my chest and I will be too!
You're living in a beautiful area..take advantage of everything.
Are you all there for good?
Ladies, I'm off to watch movies....
THIS WEEKS PICKS????
THE OTHERS
MOTHMAN PROPHECIES
FEDERAL PROTECTION
BEHIND ENEMY LINES
I"ll let you know!!!
BOB
Red1
06-07-2002, 08:50 PM
Boy is it hot here in california. Last time I checked about 2:30 it was 106. Fortunately it is dry, but YUK!!
Didn't do much today because of the heat. Usually it doesn't get this hot until July. Not looking forward to July if it is this hot now.
MY hubby is taking me to dinner and a movie tonight. I am looking ofrward to it very much. It is one of the ways that we have time to ourselves right now.
BOB I watched Behind Enemy Lines last week. I'll be courious what you think. I work around military everyday and could relate to some of the scenes. Enjoy yourself. Hope you feel better soon. :)
Deb- I had a great birthday. We will get together with the extended family tomorrow for a BBQ. I am looking forward to that. I enjoy family time together. Hope it cools down a little more though. Hope you feel better tonight. I know what it is like when you don't feel good and have to be around food.
sef - Your Friday funnies were great. I don't know if you like hummus but I use it on my pizzas instead of tomato sauce. I spread a layer then top it with peperoni and cheese. Pop it in the toaster oven and it is great. Also, We got our tickets for our trip to New Orleans. We will be there the Sept.6-12. I am hoping that we can get together sometime during my visit. We will be staying in gonzales near our friends. I will let you know more details later.
Jack-K - What do you do? I can relate to stress on the job. I work for the navy in protocol. All the VIP's that come to our navy base we take care of. It has been very busy. It seems everyone want to come visit the desert. We are a very unique base. I hope it slows down for you sooner that July and you can get some rest time. Thanks for the suggestions.
Countrymom4him - How big is your yard?? That is alot of mowing. Here in the desert you can get your mowing done in about 15 minutes. Our grass areas are very small. Some, like us, do not have grass at all.
Well everyone have a great weekend...:)
Cyndi
Toni48
06-07-2002, 09:08 PM
Good evening. Just thought I'd pop in and see how its going....Just made a delicous taco salad for dinner... Yummy....
Nancemeister-OOOOO a cherry festival that would be my favorite. How fun to look at pictures of your future town... I hope you get to go there soon...
Beth- Ahhhh for your son. Hopefully it will be better next year... Yep you almost made a butt of yourself....LOL how fun!!!
TVthatsme- congrads on hanging in there!!! Good luck to your DS.
Debilli- Oh wow you are doing so good. I can't even imagine sweating like that and walking that far.... Oh you must be so proud of your daughter. It gave me chills up my arms to see how well she did her pledge all. And the awards. Great going, I've never know anyone with perfect attention.... Thank you so much for posting the recipe for the crustless quiche.
Red1- Now that has to be hard to cook for that many people and stay OP. I have enough just cooking for DH and I.... Hope you do fine and are able to adjust...
CountryMom- Sounds like your exercise is going good. I have two casset tapes on breatheing by Dr. Weil. I have trouble with that.. The mowing is hard stuff and when its so hot... OO eee be careful...
Jack-K- I hope we do keep going down together. That would be so fun...
Sef- Glad you warned us about the pizza sauce. I've never made them out of pita bread....Will have to try that...
Bob- I hope you continue to feel better......
Have a great week-end
213/186/130
Gumbo
06-07-2002, 11:27 PM
Hello everyone,
I thought that I was computer literate but after this week trying to send messages to this site I am beginning to wonder! I even had a computer specialist try to figure out the problem...but no luck. So I am trying something different again. Let's see what happens.
Breifly until I know this works...
You folks are wonderful. So encouraging to others and to me.
I started SB on Sunday and have stuck with the program and exercising each day with only minor slip-ups. Not to bad so far.
We went to dinner the other night and the desserts came. I felt like I was in a movie with the devil on one shoulder and the angel on the other. I was the devil saying...Oh just one slice of cake will not matter....you all were the angel saying...NO...NO...NO..with one of you saying...the satisfaction of that dessert can not compare to the satisfaction of feeling slim. Thanks for giving me a new frame of mind!! I did it...no dessert!
I rode with my husband to New Orleans for him to handle a ship in that port ... I even passed on the beinets with the powdered sugar.
Hats off to those of you who lost a few pounds this week.
More hats off to those of you who did not lose but continue sticking with SB and exercising!
My thoughts and prayers have been with those of you who have had surgeries, illnesses, etc. Keep smiling...Life is good!
Well, until I know this is up and working I am not typing any more.
Have a nice evening!
Gumbo
Homeschooling Mama
06-08-2002, 03:50 AM
A very early good morning everyone. It's 1:47am here in Austin, Texas. I have to hurry. My hubby just stumbled out of the bedroom and asked when I was coming to bed. At least he mumbled something close to that. I promised in just a minute.
I have not been OP today. It's been a productive but hectic day. I have tomorrow's breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals already figured out, so I should be back on the wagon tomorrow.
For everyone who asked, the inspector will pay for the spoiled meat. He just hasn't accepted that fact yet. He will. He admits to pulling the plug on all the appliances to test the electrical system, but insists he plugged them all back in. Apparently he plugged all but one back in.
Jack K -- The sweet potato fries sound delicious. At what temperature did you cook them? As for skinny dipping, my son thinks it's totally gross (he's 11years old), but my daughter asked if she could join me (she's 12 years old). She's now a devoted fan of swimming in the raw.
Debbie -- Take all the bragging rights you can get. Your daughter sounds like a great kid. Give her an extra hug for me. As for my BIL and the DQ, he does know I'm on this diet. He's also the one who sneaked corn starch into one of my legal recipes because he thought the sauce was a little thin. He insists that he used so little that it couldn't possibly mess up my diet. He's staying with us because he's relocating from Dallas and doesn't have money for his own place yet. Apartments are a lot more expensive in Austin then in Dallas. I swear, if he doesn't cut it out or find another play to stay really soon, he'll find my foot up his posterier.
Red1 -- Congratulations on the future grandchild.
Gumbo -- Sounds like you're doing a great job with this WOE. Keep it up and remember all of us here whenever you're tempted to eat anything illegal.
That's it. I'm wiped out and going to bed. Not even one single "smilies" because I'm too tired to put them in.
Gumbo
06-08-2002, 09:21 AM
Good Saturday Morning,
Before I get to excited, I want to try this again. Hopefully I have found a way to reply to you wonderful folks!
Heading out to the garden before it gets to hot. My tomato plants are getting so large they need to be staked.
I got up early and exercised. Today is day 7 for me. I am down 4 pounds. My pants yesterday were much looser. Feeling Good!
Have a nice week-end everyone!
Gumbo
fruitloupe
06-08-2002, 10:54 AM
Hey Gang!
Well, I'm finally feeling good enough to sit at the computer for any length of time. I had to go back to the doctor yesterday because one side of my nose was bleeding a little more than it should have been. Well, I should have taken 3 demerols before that visit - he started to clean out my nose but I think he was ripping my brains out through my nose! I have to go back Monday to get the splints out. I'm hoping that since he got a good bit of crud out yesterday that Monday won't be as painful. I know now that I will take 2 demerols before I head there Monday! I was actually crying on the table. The only funny thing was this: the doctor that was working on my wasn't the one that did my surgery. He asked why I was writing everything down, etc. So, I told him about the vocal cord surgery and he asked why I wasn't talking at all. I told him that Dr. Zeringue told me not to. He said that I can talk some but not to over do it. Well, when he started ripping my face out through my nose I said F*&K really loud! HAHA! He said - awe…now we are getting some words out of you! And he giggled at my word choice! That was pretty funny!
I've been constipated since my surgery - does Demerol cause constipation? I've NEVER had a poo problem! I took a laxative last night and I'm hoping to be cleaned out real soon!
My weight is the same 239. I'm happy with that being that I haven't been eating on plan. So, as long as I don't gain any over these 2 weeks - I'll be happy.
Here is my attempt to catch up…..
BETH: Great picture! Isn't it fun to go shopping when you are feeling good about yourself? I love being able to shop for new sizes. I'm not going shopping again until I'm in an 18. Can't wait!
DEB: Girl - you are such the bargain shopper. I have a question though…I can sometimes find good deals where outfits are dirt cheap - but I never like them! Do you like the deals you get a lot or do you like them cause they are cheap and then you say…I can grow to like this for $2.00! HAHA! I just can't ever get that good of a deal on something I really like! As for the no talking - can't talk until the 18th of June! That's a long time without talking!! I thought about talking to a friend of mine that is an attorney. I don't want to sue - but we should be able to get the money back that we paid for the procedure being that it wasn't done. BUT - that doctor had a stroke some time ago and hasn't been practicing - do you think his records are still available? How long do they have to keep those? Sorry to hear about those feet! I like the Thorlo (sp?) socks they have extra cushion in them! They are kinda pricey - but worth it in the long run. WOW! Look at your Lauren! That is fabulous! I know you are very proud of her! Give her big hugs from all of us here on the board and tell her how proud we are of her!
BOB: Glad you are feeling somewhat better. Take care of yourself my friend! I want to go to the movies next week. I want to see the YaYa Sisterhood movie. I'm gonna go even though I can't talk yet and I risk seeing people I know. I'll just bring my notepad along with me just in case I run into someone! I've been watching some movies at home too - what else can I do!?
HSMAMA: I can't believe that they didn't plug your freezer back in! I would be so pissed off! I think that he would be reimbursing me for some damaged food!! I would check into that my friend!
SERENE & TRANQUIL: Great pictures!! Y'all look fabulous!
JACK-K: I do sweet potato fries too. I sprinkle the sugar free cinnamon sugar on it - devine!
NANCE: Girl - as long as you act like the youngster that you are you will never feel old enough to have a HS kid!! So, just tell yourself that you are a young spring chicken and that's what you will be!!
GUMBO: Looks like you've figured the board out girl! Way to go on the 4 pounds and passing on the beignets! That's hard to do! I love them!
Ok ladies - I feel like I'm getting a little dizzy. I don't think I have spent this much sitting upright since Tuesday. So, I'm gonna run!! See y'all later!
Missy
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Tranquil
06-08-2002, 11:13 AM
Well good news ANOTHER 1/2 POUND GONE!!!!! I now weigh 252.5!!!!! I FEEL GOOD, NANANANANA {{James Brown}} 3.5 more pounds and I know I will feel really good! It will mean below another zero mark.
Hope all stay OP and enjoy the weekend. I have a lot of things to do today.... house things, and then I am having Serene over for dinner with Deb's crustless quiche, a movie, and I want my house to be in perfect order :)
Take care, Sabrina
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SD: 4/1/02
CountryMom4Him
06-08-2002, 11:42 AM
Howdy! Man, I can already tell it's gonna be hot today. I have a date with the lawn mower again. :) As for how big my yard is..I'm not sure. We live on ten acres and we have a portion fenced off for the yard. It usually takes about 6 to 8 hours of mowing time. I don't think it's that big but it does take some time.
Fruit...I am so sorry that your doctor bout ripped your brains out. It sounds painful just reading about it. But it's cool you can start talking a little. I truly don't know if I could be silent. I'm a chatter box in person.
Toni...Thanks. I am being careful. The other day I fried my back. So I reckon today I will wear a different shirt. We are also gonna grill a brisket. That's if I can start the fire. The chief fire starter is at work this morning.
You are doing so good Gumbo! Great on passing the dessert.
Well gotta bolt for a bit. Have a safe fun weekend.
Love,
Crystle
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Beth2374
06-08-2002, 12:02 PM
And a lovely Saturday morning it is here in North Alabama :)
Youngest DS plays game 3 of his tournament today... Keep those fingers crossed!! :D
I decided yesterday after much deliberation (and some shopping) that I'm ready to go back HARD CORE on this WOE like I was to start with. I lost so much of my weight in the beginning, and then I started getting more lenient with what I ate... well NO MORE. I'm FULL FORCE as of today... no more 'well this is MOSTLY legal' for me!! I did so well with my salads, tuna, triscuits, and WATER to begin with, and I know I can do it again!!! I'm sick of being between sizes and departments in the store. The plus size stuff usually stops at a 16, but the STYLES I want are in the juniors which stop at about a 13... so size 12 HERE I COME!!!!!!!!!!
I'm doing great so far... had an omelet, and some shredded wheat cereal for breakfast... I'm up to about 700 calories so far and it's 10am... I'll get my 1500 in yet!! Salad with tuna for lunch... and I think I'm grilling burgers for dinner... but probably do turkey smoked sausage for me... gotta watch the FAT after eating an omelet with real eggs :s:
WATER IS MY FRIEND...I LOVE WATER...WATER IS MY FRIEND...I LOVE WATER...WATER TASTES LIKE CRA...I MEAN WATER IS MY FRIEND...I LOVE WATER :devil:
ok... off to drink some water and get some housecleaning done and a walk in before the 3pm ballgame!!!
Bye Y'all :wave:
PS - someone asked me where I got my avatar... it's a little teeny tiny picture of my tattoo... I got tired of using the Celtic knot/cross that the site had, decided to use MY OWN! :)
Nancemeister
06-08-2002, 12:02 PM
I'm hustling to get a post in because Dan the Man is in the shower and we are getting ready to head out to the Cherry Festival!!
Beth Why does that not surprise me about you being a flirt.I could see it in your eyes! Must be that black irish in you! I want the close up picture of your eyes that the eye Dr. took! Bet your color(s) are cool! Thanks for weighing in for me, I'm sure I'll sleep much better tonight!
Deb Spinach quiche sounds delicious! I'll be thinking of you today when I find a "U-pick-um" farm today!
Red1Happy Belated B-day....did you do anything fun? Hey, I'm hip to Scrap in a Snap and already have the information, thanks anyways, but ask that DIL if she would like a pen pal....someone that can ask ALOT of questions about her neck of the woods. I went on line to the Humguide (for Humboldt county) and there are only 2 ads for penpals, and one was a guy looking for some kinky stuff, and they other was for debt consolidation...not very encouraging! We will get together soon! It will happen!
Jack-k Thanks girlfriend...you made me feel better! I always love your posts!
SEF I love you dearly, I love your post....but I would like to put in a request....could you consider another color to post in? Maybe something just a little darker??? Can I ask that with absolutely no intentions of hurting your feelings? Pretty please?
With agave nectar on top?:^:
BOB Just finished watching "The Others" last night...we'll compare notes after I know you've seen it! Glad you're feeling better! Skeeter must be taking good care of you!
Fruit Glad you are alive and well. Sorry about your experience with evil doctor. I've had one thing done up my nose, and I know EXACTLY what you are taking about...hurts like a ....
well you know! Yes...any pain pills cause constipation, so increase your water, fiber to survive through it. Other than that, how did they surgery go? To early to tell? What have you been eating?
Okay....dan is pacing the bedroom floor...time to get....I'll report later how many pounds of fresh fruit I consumed! Have a great day!
Toni48
06-08-2002, 12:22 PM
Good morning everyone. Here it is Sat. and we've made it through the week. About half way to WIW. I walked a mile on my treadmill this morning. Set my alarm so I could get up and get it over with before my DH got in from work. Just finished when he drove up so it worked out great. I made me the best taco salad last night for dinner. I'd made some refried beans from left over pinto beans we'd had for dinner a couple nights before. Anyway it was filling and yummy...
Debilli- Hope your dinner turned out well and you got to feeling better. I'm dying to try the Outback Steak House and will in July. My sis is taking me away for a couple of days for my birthday and thats one of the places we're going to hit... I sure got a chuckle out of your story about the UPS man, I'll bet he was really getting a kick out of your cussing...
Red1- Oh my gosh 106, I forgot which part of Calif. you live in. Hope you have good air cond.
Gumbo- Good for you having a good week. Each no makes you stronger and after awhile you'll be able to just not even be tempted because you don't eat those things anymore. It seems when we sample a bit here and there that we get into trouble, or tell ourselves just a little piece isn't going to hurt. I hope someday I'm able to have and occasional treat but when you've got a ways to go is not the time... Well for me its not. Because then you're in a constant battle with yourself. Do I or do I not. Its easier to say no and thats that..
Fruitloupe- Oh my gosh my nose hurts just thinking about it.... I'm so sorry that had to be painful... Funny how those few words can slip out so easy. I hope Monday isn't to bad for you and you have a real speedy recovery. I know its hard to stay OP when you've had stuff like that done to you. Thats unless someone would have a chef to cook for them..... I think pain medicine is constipating. I know usually after a surgery you can have trouble in that dept.... Hope it all gets right soon cause thats so miserable.
Tranquil- Oh my gosh you're so close to going to another number. Wow you are doing so good!!! Let me know how the quiche comes out. Lucky you and Serene being able to support each other and taste new meals together...
CountryMom- Thats allot to mow and hope you get it all done today, drink lots of water!!! Yum a brisket sounds good and I have done one in a long time...
Hope everyone has a great Sat......
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YellowRose
06-08-2002, 02:40 PM
Hi,
All this talk about walking has encouraged me to actually get out and do some of it myself. After I walked about 2 miles, I came back by a neighbors and had a nice chat with her. That was yesterday (Friday) and today is cool enough that I will try it again after lunch. My daughter is coming for a visit July 6th and this has gotten me in a mood to work harder on my “firm plan”. After analyzing why I have been gaining weight, I realized that I have added some (2 glasses) of red wine in the evenings, at least 2 ounces of almonds in the afternoon, SF candy (3 pieces) for lunch and again at dinner. Although everything is technically legal, it does all begin to mount up. It started or rather increased when I had a friend visit a few weeks ago and I just settled in with the routine. I have substituted a diet gingerale for the wine in my wine glass and have cut the almonds out for now and cut back to one SF piece of candy as a treat after dinner only. I seem to be satisfied with Cinnamon Apple tea for the lunch sweet. Already, I can see the results because the weight is starting down again. You know, cutting these things back is not that much of a sacrifice, really and the calories involved added up to probably 1000. Ooh! I have always kept up with the water so, at least I am on the right track there. Deb’s Quiche was a big help also!
Toni: Going walking on your own was an important step, I would think. It would have been so easy to just have an excuse at that point. WTG!
TV: I read the book. At this time, I can’t remember a lot about it except I think that it had some helpful hints to add to SB’s WOE. I had checked out a number of books from the library about that time on low carb WOE and I am afraid they all ran together in my mind. The library might be a good source to check the book to see you like it.
Gumbo: Congrats on doing so well this week. After all the rains my tomatoes have grown like crazy. I better put those little cages around them in the next couple of days. Last year I waited too long and I was breaking branches trying to get them around the plants. Not good.
Bob: Could you tell from my description where I am? We will be here until November and then we will be back in Dallas until April.
Fruit: Ouch! Hope the pain is over soon, very, very soon.
Beth: Sounds like we both are getting in the right mind set.
Okay, off to walk after such a long post.
Serene
06-08-2002, 03:10 PM
Hello everyone!
Wow, I am sure impressed with all of the walking andexercising that everyone is doing. Keep up the good work! It is making me feel guilty enough that I will probably start back this week!:o
I am sure enjoying getting to know so many nice people in this group. Now I know why Tranquil goes to the computer first thing every morning to see what has been posted. It is addicting!
Thanks for all of the nice remarks about the pictures of Tranquil and me. I consider it a great compliment that we could be sisters as I think she is so pretty! Our drivers license pictures really look a lot more alike than ones posted. It would be a wonderful blessing to have a sister like her! However, I guess our friends are the family we chose aren't they? And yes, we had a great time at Epcot on her birthday. The French waiter was very attentive, had a good sense of humor, which only added to him being so handsome! We both did some drooling that night!:devil:
Toni48, You are so right about the waiter in the pic being very yummy :D Tranquil and I both said the same thing plus more that I probably can't write here! A little fantasy never hurt anybody! I totally agree that the only reason to lose weight is for ourselves and no one else. Or course, I have to admit that I wouldn't mind seeing the ex-2-b do some drooling when I am the NEW ME! He can tell I've been losing weight but won't dare to say so.
Nancemeister, I had my pictures developed at Walmart and put on a CD. I don't have a scanner right now either. That way you can attach them easily to email and share them. It only costs a few dollars more in addition to getting the prints. Walmart also keeps them online at Walmart.com for 30 days after they are developed and can be easily accessed that way also.
Debelli, thanks for letting me know how many calories I should consume. I have no idea of how many I have been eating. I have been trying to listen to my body and eat when I feel hungry. I will try keep up with it just so I can find out though. I would love to come for a visit with Tranquil. That would be lots of fun!
Tranquil, good job on the weight loss! You will catch me quickly with the way you are losing! As we have discussed many times, my shoe size is larger than yours because I am taller! :D I can't wait to have dinner and watch a movie at your house tonight. We always have a good time! It will be great to spend some time away from home and the ex-2-b! He is always at home with his "precious" and won't go anywhere! "Precious" is what I call his laptop computer! Yes, there is a story there!
There are many more posts that I want to reply to but am out of time for time. I love the great support here! It has sure helped me stay OP this week.
Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. Be back soon!
Wendy
Rosalie
06-08-2002, 03:26 PM
Good Afternoon All
I thought it was time I checked in again to report how things are going. It's been at least two weeks since I have been on the board and I miss you all. I was kind of extra busy for a while, what with working, playing and a few things on my mind that I had to deal with. And the longer I left it the harder it was to get back on.
Things are much the same here. I have decided to stop obsessing about losing and concentrate on maintaining. Which is all I have done for the last 9 months anyway. I am staying mainly op, with a little cheat here and there. Still trying to keep the starchy carbs down. I usually manage to keep it up for a week or so, by having them in the morning only, then have a day where I will increase them. These are days usually when I feel I need them. It hasn't made any difference to the weight, still fluctuating up and down a couple of pounds. Although I must say on the days that I have increased the starchy carbs I find that I have been feeling more hungry in the evening, so obviously it is not a good idea to do it too often. Oh, I almost forgot to say that I have been trying to keep off the scale - I've got it down at least to every second day. Maybe I should work at getting it down to once a week. I've been afraid not to weigh daily in case the weight creeps up, but then sometimes when it is up a pound or so I get p....d off and eat something I shouldn't or if it goes down a pound it's almost like a licence to eat a bit more. Does anyone else have these feelings?
I've had a good eating day so far to-day. I had oatbran cereal made with milk and fresh strawberries for breakfast and herring cooked on the barbecue for lunch with a cucumber salad and raw cauliflower. Will be having a fruit snack soon, either fresh or out of a can, haven't decided yet. Haven't had too much water yet to-day, have to work on that. Have had two cups of coffee with cream with a little agave added.
I've taken up another activity for the summer. I started lawn bowling last week. Just wanted to have something out doors for the summer although I will be continuing with the badminton too. I've only had the one game of tennis. May try for another game when I can get a few people together. We decided it's too much running around for singles, maybe it would work better if we play doubles. Anyway it's worth a try. I have yet to use the new tennis racket my kids bought me for mothers day.
Fruitloupe - Hope you are feeling better. Glad to hear you now have permission to do a little bit of talking - it must have been very hard to keep silent. Hope your next visit to the doctor is less painful. Any narcotic, including Demerol, usually causes constipation. I am surprised the doctor or nurse didn't warn you about it. Try and get in lots of fibre and water, this will help. If I ever have a problem I find that prunes work like a charm. And they are SB legal. If adding fibre doesn't work then you will need a laxative of course.
Deb - Congrats to Lauren for doing so well at school - you have every right to be a proud mama.
Nance - Sounds like you are determined to move to Ferndale but I thought you said earlier that you had to wait until the kids were out of school. Maybe I have missed something. We must have passed through there a few years ago when we took a trip to Arizona and the west coast. We travelled all up the coast from Monterey into Oregon and stayed overnight in Eureka. I really enjoyed that trip. I loved Montery and Carmel. I have in-laws in Oregon and we paid them a visit that year. On the way we almost ran out of gas in the Oregon woods. It was scary. The gas was getting lower and lower and no gas stations around. Then we came to one and it was closed. Anyway we managed to get out of there before running completely empty.
Sef - Thanks for the funnies. I have to go back and copy a few.
I see we have quite a few newbies. I would like to welcome you all and hope to get to know you soon. This is a great place for support and friendship.
I hope everyone is having a good Sugar Busting weekend.
Bye for now.
Marie.
THE BIG ORANGE BABE
06-08-2002, 03:54 PM
AFTERNOON EVERY BUDDY!!! :p
I'm watching THE OTHERS and OH....MY...GAWD!!! This is wierd..
I understand about the children and their not being able to be in the day light, but these people that work for Nicole Kidman, and now all these OTHER people... NANCY what did you think??? and VICTOR....he's the real child?
B....I....Z...Z...A....R...E.....!!!!!! :eek:
Hope everyone is having a good weekend...We finally got a good rain here, but the sun is coming out and I guess it's over with now. Whould have like for it to have gone on all night!
ROSE...My Mom is from Robbinsville and Burnsville, one brother lives in Hendersonville, the other down in Easley..I also have family in Travelers Rest...I love that area..been coming there since BEFORE I was born ;)
Ladies...I'm off to do some laundry...I'll check in later!
BOB
sef
06-08-2002, 04:32 PM
HiedieHo All!!! There is a lot of noise outside, the skies darken and threaten but no rain cometh!!
Got my HFH newsletter articles done and am waiting on a return call from someone to finish it. I have a hard time writing it as we try to keep it one page (you KNOW how wordy I can be!) and right now there is so much going on to tell about.
I have a new idea, I think for each new home is built I will do a Home Sweet Home type sampler as a houswewarming gift. There's one lady that does a quilt or afghan.
RED1 - I will put down your dates and we'll see what we can do when time is closer. I still don't know for sure when I am going back east. I have never had hummus and the idea of making a batch of something I not sure I'd like sort of turns me off.
GUMBO - You must be doing something right as we see you here.
FRUIT - Glad you are up and about. Dr visit sounded awful. I'm sure doctors have heard everything since a little f--- isn't going to rattle his cage! Yes some meds can cause constipation or very hard stools, I have to use a stool softner if given coedine.
COUNTRY - Do you have a good brisket recipe? I tried one when we moved here, cause it seems it's a must eat food, and it was tough and not very flavorful. I mean, we could eat it but not relish it!
NANCE - I use this color because I like pink! Don't you? Seriously what's wrong? I never gave a thought to someone maybe not liking it! I'll think about it. My favorite is lavendar or purples but there is no pretty purple here.
Am trying the purple, we'll have to see. Gotta get off line so I can see if the people were trying to get me.
Take care, Shirley :?:
Tranquil
06-08-2002, 06:38 PM
I just finished Flyladying! Also went grocery shopping and bought goodies - all fresh produce and healthy stuff - along with the ingredients for the quiche....
Sef - Sometimes it is difficult to see what you wrote - I have to highlight it to see it when I am at work - I think that is what Nance was trying to say - my monitor at home it is clear, but at work I cannot make out what you wrote.... pink is pretty :)
BOB - Did the Others surprise you with its twist?
Nance - Hope you have a good time at the Cherry Festival - sounds like a great thing to go to!!!!
Rosalie - Good for you on weighing only every other day - I cannot do that....Lately I have been weighing night and day - each day!!!
Serene - Tonight you are walking :) You will enjoy it - I walk around all the gorgeous mansions on the river - I fantasize as I walk about owning one of the estate homes and having large parties!
Yellow - Good for you getting out there and walking - I find myself missing my walks, even feeling guilty if I miss a night of walking. Tonight I am walking to make up for not having a walk last night. I felt pretty tired and worn out - so I passed out while watching Planet of the Apes on tv last night - today I have too much energy!
Toni - You are doing fantastic with all your walking! It is nice that you have the treadmill!!!
Beth - Won't it be absolutely fantastic to never have to buy Plus Size clothes but to buy anything you want!!!! That is such a dream I have - to just be able to walk into any store and buy things not plus sized!
Country - Wow that is a lot of mowing - and I am sure a lot of sweating - make sure you don't get dehydrated while out there!!!
Fruit - Hope you are feeling better soon and heal quickly!!!!!!
Well, I have to go now and get back to my laundry and cleaning! Serene will be here soon! AHHHH - and I am still in the middle of all my chores around here - ughhh!
Sabrina
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j red
06-08-2002, 07:22 PM
I'm back. Or at least I'm trying to be back. The last month of school was a killer for me. That's when I do my testing for the g.t. program at my school. And of course everyone at my school thinks their child's gifted because they live in big houses and drive fancy cars. I tested 59 kids and sent 5 of those on to the middle school TAG program and got 5 more for my program. Each child had to take 5 tests and they are hard. Some cried and some were so clueless they thought they were having fun marking pictures.
And my family needed my attention more with end of year activities. Now that it's summer, I hope to be able to catch up with everyone.
My weight is still fluctuating between 161 and 166. Part of me is really discouraged but I'm not giving up. I need to get out and walk or get on the machines at the Y. I am wearing mediums now and even bought a pair of size 10 pants. That helps. Twelve is probably the size I'm really into. Those were drawstring, but I would rather have a little bit tight pair knowing I'll get into them soon than a pair that will be too big in a month or so.
I hope everyone has a great weekend. I'll be busy tomorrow welcoming the new plebes for USNA from NTX. DS is in San Diego on an amphibious assault ship which heads to Pearl Harbor on the 17th. He's having fun.
Check with y'all later,
Jeanie
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Ellen
06-08-2002, 09:07 PM
Well, the MOTB (Mother of the Bride) is checking in here. The wedding was this morning...reception right after. My feet hurt from the new shoes, but I feel pretty good. Everything went well, we had plenty of food, and the bride looked beautiful, the groom happy. I took a lot of pictures, and will hopefully get them transferred soon. Lots of relatives here still, but I am sneaking a quiet moment while they are out swimming and visiting by the pool.
I must have lost more, cause my skirt felt looser this morning! I am sure I have gained it back, since I ate what I wanted, but I am not worried...it will go away again.
I hope I can catch up with everyone Monday!
music teach
06-09-2002, 12:09 AM
Hi y'all. Well, I just thought I would have more time when school was out but nooooo. The kids have kept me busy, but we're having a good time. Eating has not been great for me the last couple of days, but I was extra good today.:angel: Took the kids swimming with some friends yesterday. I did really good keeping the sunscreen on them, so they didn't cook. I didn't do too well on myself. OUCH! Not good for me.
No way I can catch up on replies to everyone...but here goes a few.
FRUIT: Glad you can do at least a little talking. Hope you get over this soon.
JRED: Aren't you glad school is out? It's amazing how many parents think their kids are gifted, isn't it? We run into that at our school too.
MONET: Glad to hear the wedding went well. Congratulations to the MOTB.
Yes, I know I missed most of you. :eek: Check in later.
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Debelli
06-09-2002, 10:22 AM
Good Sunday Morning Everyone:wave:
Well,I was like my old self this week as far as exercise goes. I got in my 6th day this week doing 4.5 miles each and every day giving me a 27 mile total for the week:D I've probably sweated buckets this week.
Now, if I can just get back on track as far as limiting my carbs I'll be great. Yes, I went overboard the last 2 nights, everything OP but loads too much of it. It's like my body is just craving something sweet and I'm trying to give myself alternatives and it's just not satisfying that desire for "whatever" so I continue eating til I find that "something" that gives me some satisfaction. By that time, I've eaten waaaay too much stuff. For some reason the last two evenings just did me in, days were not a problem for some reason. TOM is due in a few days and I just suspect this is the cause of it. Today WILL be better, I've got that imbedded in my brain.
Eli is off today and we have to take the kids to see my Grandparents and my Great Aunt before they take off for the summer to NC. Afterwards we're taking them up to Broward for lunch, movie (maybe My Fat Greek Wedding?) and some shopping. I have to find Lauren a dress for the cruise for the Captains Dinner:eek: Need I say more?!?
Not many garage sales yesterday, only got a couple items, though I did get a brand new pair of UNISA black leather strappy shoes that are REALLY nice for $3.00! Nothing else to speak of really. Weather stunk.
Other night when we went to Outback I did end up feeling better. Eli was shocked when I didn't order the salmon but the steak instead, a first in many years. Ate the whole sweet potato and just a little meat, wasn't impressed with the meat, isn't much without steak sauce to me and I wouldn't use it after reading the ingredients on the label.
Will try to reply to the posts before I leave...
BOB, the pressure from your head was probably all that built up gas you've got inside! :lol: You know the door is always open for you, whenever you need to just get away, just give me a buzz. Won't be going to NC, by the time I get the kids off on the cruise next week that will only give from leaving on Monday to leaving there on Saturday-too long of a drive to only have 4 full days there. I think I'm going to try and find a cheap deal to Vegas-Mom would be happy going there and me, I'd be even happier, there's 3 TJ's there and I know where each and every one of the are!!!! Let's not even mention the International Market!!!! No beach news, that's FROGS dept.
RED1, where'd you go to dinner and what movie did you end up seeing? Hope you enjoyed your time alone together. How was the BBQ?
TONI, I have to say, I am proud of Lauren. Always proud of both kids, but Lauren has always been in Michael's shadow because he's so smart. She is proving she too is smart as well and doesn't have to be in his shadom and can and has created her out limelight. LOL! I don't know anyone with perfect attention either, but perfect attendance, yes, that she does have. Okay, I couldn't resist!!!!
GUMBO, glad to see you were able to get on and post. Hey, I'm computer illiterate as well, so you are in good company! Kudos to you for passing up not only the desserts but the beinets as well. I never had one of those, but my Mom says they're delicious. Anyhow, you see how good you feel when you can say NO to something not OP and have that strong willpower! It's wonderful. Wonderful job on the exercise. A four pound loss this week is something you shoudl be patting yourself on the back for-great job.
MAMA, hope yesterday was a better day for you OP. I don't like the sound of what your BIL is trying to do. You need to put your foot down and stop this now. This is not only YOUR home but YOUR body. For him to put cornstarch into something is not right. ALSO, you have to say no about the DQ, that's up to you-he's not holding a gun to your head, at least not yet. You are in control of what you eat, not him. If he doesn't straighten up threaten him with having to go to a hotel!!! That, or let ME speak to him:s:
Everyone else, I have to put this on hold. Will reply to the rest of you this evening.
Have a wonderful day!!
Debbie
194/124(WIW)/129
SB since 3/22/00
Reached goal 6/10/01
fruitloupe
06-09-2002, 10:35 AM
Morning!
Gosh the board is slow! HAHA! Now maybe I can keep up! LOL! Well, not much happening here! Just lounging around and writing plenty notes! Even though the doctor said I could talk some, I'm not going to do it. After all, he wasn't the doctor that did my surgery. The one that did my surgery said TOTAL VOICE REST. So, that's what I'm doing! I don't want to overdue it and these things come back!! HAHA!
MUSIC: I love the picture under your name - too cute!! Take care of that sunburn now! OUCH!
TRANQUIL: way to go on another 1/2 pound gone!! Keep up the great work!!
COUNTRY: Hope you got all of your grass done! My hubby hates cutting the little yard we've got. we'd have to buy a herd of goats if we had all that grass! HAHA!
BETH: Girl - you can get back on 100% you go girl - drink that water and you will be losing like crazy! Go BETH, GO BETH!!
NANCE: Yeah - too early to tell how the surgery went. They said my nose would be swollen for some time so I probably won't be able to tell how effective the surgery was for a while. As for the eating, well......I've been eating nothing on plan. Like...pop tarts, enough said! HAHA! I'm sending hubby to the store today and everything will be legal starting tomorrow - being that I blew it already today!! HAHA!
TONI: Good for you getting that walk in on the treadmill! That taco salad sound delicious! I love a good taco salad. Yeah - when you feel crappy it is very easy to stray off plan to foods that are extra yummy. Not to mention I can only open my mouth about 1 inch - you know - wide enough for a pop tart or skinny cookie! HAHA!
ROSALIE: Glad to see you popping in on the board! Believe me,if I could stomach prunes, I'd do it! But, I think I would spit those right back out! HAHA! Your lawn bowling sounds like fun! You sure do like to keep active! Don't be such a stranger!!
BOB: Never heard of THE OTHERS - what is that?
SEF: Did you ever get any rain over there? We had quite the downpour over here yesterday. The thunder you were hearing was probably our thunderstorm - you know - I'm right around the corner!!
JRED: Welcome back! We have that problem too - Does every parent think their child is gifted?!? Good LORD! I'm getting ready to read about about gifted kids in the regular classroom. Next year I supposedly have the "high class" so I want to be able to challenge them as much as possible. I did see my list for next year and I do have a few that are not HIGH AT ALL! Actually - really low - what is that?! Why give me the high class and then turn around and put morons in it! HAHA! That was ugly - I'm sorry!! Oh well, I may be asking you for some pointers so get ready!
MONET: Glad the wedding was a huge success! Now you can relax!!
BIRD UPDATE!!!
Ok - If you remember I was getting a cockatoo from a friend that breeds many different types of birds. Then when the cockatoo laid eggs none of them were fertile. Well, now she has 4 spectacled amazon eggs that are fertile. So, I'm going to get one of those babies after they are born. I think this will be a better bird for me. First of all it won't get depressed because I'm gone the majority of the day like a cockatoo would! They are much quieter and don't squawk as much. AND they have a huge vocabulary - which is what I wanted in the first place! So, I think I'll be much happier with this bird. It is a green parrot with a multi-colord head. Very pretty. She said they should be born by the end of this month. Then she will keep it for 8 weeks to feed it and stuff. Then it is mine! woo hoo!
Ok - keep your fingers crossed for this one! Talk to y'all later
Missy
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Gumbo
06-09-2002, 11:07 AM
Good Sunday Morning,
This begins week two for me. I feel wonderful! Things are getting easier. I do no whine about not eating certain foods anymore. I think I am on a roll! (at least for a while).
Where do you find agave in the grocery store? Or do you? I looked everywhere last night. Or do I buy it at a health food store?
Monet: Congratulations on the beautiful wedding! There is nothing worse that feet that hurt. Can't wait until you share the pictures!
jRed: We do not have a gifted program being a private school. But we get or share of the wealthy. We got a chuckle the last day of school...a mom driving one the large SUV's...the "excursion" ran out of gas in the carpool line. We loved it! I can imagine what your final month was like. Cherish each moment of your summer, especially with your kids. Also, have fun with the new plebes...GO NAVY!
Tranquil and Serene: Yes, I agree with everyone else. You two look like sisters! Keep up with the hard work...you inspire the rest of us!
Sef: We were in the storm in New Orleans on Friday. What rain! I could barely get back up St. Charles from all of the standing water.
Rosalie: Lawn Bowling? I would love it! What type of grass do you have to have to make a ball roll properly? Go Girl...for staying so active...you are incredible!
YellowRose: I laughed when you said it was cool in Texas after lunch. I lived in Houston...I do not ever remember it being cool after lunch. But, this morning after walking outdoors it is actually cool here today...maybe we have the cool front that passed through your area.
Toni: Thanks for the encouragement...you are a charm!!!
Nancemeister: I have to ask...cherries in Palm Desert? What type of cherries are grown there. Hope you enjoyed yourself at the festival!
Beth: Go for it...and glad to hear how much you love water! Tell me...I don't mind drinking that amount of water...but does your body ever adjust? How you feel about water is how I feel about going to the bathroom all of the time!!
CountryMom: We are going for an all concrete yard next time...how about you? Actually, we find it relaxing working in the yard. Drink plenty of water!
Fruitloupe: Loved your choice of words...God Bless you that you can keep a sense of humor through all of what you have gone through! Hang in there!
I know that I missed a few of you. Sorry, have to run!
Have a good day....Gumbo
Nancemeister
06-09-2002, 12:31 PM
Sef I like the color....don't get me wrong, it's just hard on the eyes reading wise....sometimes the backgrounds look grey and sometimes they look white. Maybe I'll just insert my foot into my mouth and just hush up! I love pink too! It's an eyeball thing, not a color thing. Maybe just another sign that I'm getting older! :)
BOB When you finish watching the WHOLE movie, then we'll talk!
Gumbo You are not going crazy...no cherries don't grow here in the desert....I drove out of town about 45 minutes away to a higher elevation and picked them there! Have more than we know what to do with, but they sure taste good!
Serene Thanks for the info about the pictures....I'll have to try that sometime soon! There's a Walmart down by my work.
Rosalie I'm daydreaming with a capital "D" right now....I'm all talk and no action about Ferndale. I want to move there, hubby does too, but he wants to wait until he has a little more time under his belt with the current job he holds, so we're looking at 1 1/2 to 2 years before it could actually come to fruition. He did post his resume on Monster.com, probably just to shut me up, because I talk about moving there EVERYDAY. My son wanted to move this summer before starting High School and my daughter doesn't want to move at all. I don't think I can wait 6 more years until she is out of high school. This heat is getting to me! It's about 40 to 50 degrees cooler up there, and it's been 110-116 degrees here which is enough to put me over the edge. It's not even the hottest time of the year yet! UGH!
Had a great day yesterday...went to a u-pick-em farm and came home with about 10-15 pounds of cherries...it's ridiculous. But at least I can share the love with family and co-workers. We had a great time being out in the country. Went out to breakfast at a place up in the mountains and enjoyed the good weather, then later on drove into Redlands and looked at Victorian houses for a little bit before heading home.
THE BIG ORANGE BABE
06-09-2002, 01:54 PM
AFTERNOON EVERY BUDDY!!! :eek:
OH....MY....GAWD!!!!!!!! If you've not seen THE OTHERS
then GET IT!!!! :eek:
Nancy...Tranquil....I wasn't ready for the ending!!! Good movie...the 2nd time around that is...I didn't give the first time a shot...glad I talked with my Nephew before taking it back!
MISSY...You will like this movie, but wait until you can talk...it's not a horror movie, very suspensful...
MONET....Glad the wedding went off without a hitch....BUT
WHAT ABOUT THE HAM??? :lol:
DEB...I knew you would pick VEGA$...especially after reading where your Grandparents are headed ;) I'll be down to take care of ELI while you're gone :p
:wave: everyone...hope all are having a good Sunday...Still doing laundry at my house...I've not done ANY in the three weeks I've been sick...the pile is HUGE!! I'm so tired of being sick!!!!!
Later
BOB
YellowRose
06-09-2002, 04:20 PM
Hi all,
The day has started out so well. We went to brunch with some neighbors and that was great to catch up with what is happening with them. I was able to stay on program and still had a fabulous meal. (Well, it probably was a “little” high in calories but everything was legal.) I will be careful for the rest of the day and go for a walk also.
Rosalie: Glad to see your post. I agree with you about Monterey and Carmel. The area is so wonderful! I have also been in a position where the car seemed to be running on fumes. It is scary when you can’t find gasoline. Luckily we now have a vehicle that has a range indicator that is very accurate and we know how far we can go. My husband has been more careful to keep up with the gasoline. He knows how I hate that feeling. I didn’t know prunes were legal….I love prunes….I have been missing out.
Bob: We use to drive through Traveler’s Rest when we would go to Greenville, SC to pick up guests from the airport. It is a pretty drive. We now take a faster route. I think tomorrow’s drive will take us to Waynesville to see about a furniture place. I have asked Deb but maybe you can also give me some good places to eat in Hendersonville.
Tranquil: After my extended walk yesterday (which I enjoyed, by the way) I found myself sleepy at 9 pm. and I had to take some Advil for my knees. I really am out of condition. I will walk again this afternoon, however. It is about 68 degrees at 2:30 pm. so, the weather is conducive to being outside. I can’t imagine having too much energy.
JRed: Hi, I am glad you are going to have more time to devote to yourself and us. I wrote recently that I reexamined my eating and found some major increases. What do you think is causing your fluctuation?
Monet: Congratulations on the wedding coming off so well. With your planning skills it had to be great. I would love to see pictures.
Deb: I am glad to hear that you have gotten back into an exercise routine that you feel is helpful for you. It feels great when one is more in control. Right? You have some really great kids there. No wonder you are so proud of them.
Gumbo: I am in the mountains of North Carolina right now, so, that explains the “it is cool” comment. I am glad that your taste is changing so that the program is getting even easier for you. I use to love potatoes but I haven’t had a white potato since I started this program almost two years ago and now I am fine about it. I have only found agave in a health food store. For awhile, it was difficult to find even there. I bought a bunch of it while I could find it and don’t know what the status is at this point. I understand that some have ordered it online.
I better run. Hope you all have a good day.
Rosalie
06-09-2002, 06:16 PM
Good Sunday Afternoon Everyone :)
Hope you are all having a pleasant weekend. I'm sitting here having a coffee and when I am finished I have to head outside to sweep my driveway and pull a few weeds. I wasn't planning on doing it to-day but the garbage man will be around to pick up garden garbage in the morning so I had better get it done or else it will have to sit in the bag for a couple more weeks.
I was out to a buffet lunch to-day to an Indian restaurant with my ds and his family. I started off with good intentions of staying op. I had a piece of Tandoori chicken, a small serving of both chicken curry and beef curry and some lentils and cabbage salad. It was all very yummy. I even didn't take any rice, but then the waiter brought a big platter of steaming hot flat bread to the table and I just couldn't resist having a piece. So then when I went back for seconds I had a small serving, about a quarter cup, of basmati rice with a small serving of a vegetarian curry with peas, mushrooms and cottage cheese. So for the rest of the day and the rest of the week I plan on staying 100% op. Yesterday I bought some Puffed Kashi cereal for snacking which I think is legal. One whole cup is only 13 grams of carbs and no sugar. It almost felt like I was eating popcorn, except it has more flavor than popcorn.
Sef - That sounds like a nice idea making a sampler for the new homeowners. I don't know where you find the time to do all the things you do.
Tranquil - I never, ever weigh late in the day as I know I will be heavier than the morning. For me it is first thing in the morning or not at all.
Monet - Glad to here the wedding went off well. Hope your tootsies are feeling better to-day. I'm looking foward to seeing some pics.
Deb - WTG witht he walking. Glad to see you are back to your old routine. Hope your blister is better.
Fruitloupe - I would like to see the egg that's wearing spectacles. Sorry couldn't resist that one.
Gumbo - I don't know what type of grass they use for lawn bowling except that it has to be kept very, very short. I've been told that the grass has to be cut two or three times a week.
YellowRose - A serving of 6 prunes (40gms) has a gi of 29 and 25 gms of carbs. I got this info from the Aussie GI Datbase. I like to eat them but have to be careful how many I eat or else I will be racing for the potty. Here's the website if you want to check them out.
http://www.calvin.biochem.usyd.edu.au/GIDB/search.htm
Time to get outside to do the chores before I change my mind.
Bye for now.:wave:
Marie.
Tranquil
06-09-2002, 08:53 PM
Well, last night the Deb's quiche was a success - oh so delicious!
Today we walked 1.6 miles, and then went swimming - I did a bunch of laps - felt so wonderful!
Tonight I baked a spaghetti squash - you know it is good with the sauce I made!
But sadly the day had to end, and I have a horrible migraine! So, I am going to call it an early night, rest and relax and sleep.....
Hope everyone had a good OP day!!!!
Sabrina
Debelli
06-10-2002, 07:13 AM
It's a new week and the new weekly board is up and running.