Chicks up for a Challenge - W.O.W. Labor Day Challenge~~WEEK 8

This challenge is coming close to the end! Lets finish it with a BANG!

MM~ :hug: I'm glad to see you! Sorry your babies have left the nest.

Stats
Week 1: 151
Week 2: 148
Week 3: 149
Week 4: 150
Week 5: 146!
Week 6: 145!
Week 7: 143!
Week 8: 147 EWW


Ok I expected a jump in the scale, but 4 pounds? I am going to hit the weed extra hard today. I hope the weight comes back off soon. I know it is all water weight, but still ERR.

Getting ready to head to my workout. I will post more later.

Workout is done. I did 45 minutes cardio and 20 minutes on the weight machines. I realized my fear was unfounded, the torture devices weren't all that bad to use. I also came back home and did some core workouts. I feel great! Ok time for some protein for those muscles and then deep cleaning!! WOO-HOOO

Hi girls!!! Hope you all had a fab weekend!!! I was happy to see you MM too! Now that our babies are in school (I know, not the same thing, I'm sorry you're feeling lonely without them) we can really commit to working on ourselves. I think I'm going to have too much spare time on my hands. I graduate IMPACT this week, and CHANCE will go down to 2 days/week in two weeks, so I'll have some time. Can't believe it's back to school time though.

Here goes....

WEEK 1: 259.0
WEEK 2: 258.0
WEEK 3: 254.0
WEEK 4: 253.0
WEEK 5: 252.0
WEEK 6: 250.5
WEEK 7: 250.5
WEEK 8: 249.5 see below...LOL

We went walking on the trail yesterday and I think I can get back there tonight after dinner. Will post my wt in the morning. fingers crossed! xo

SW- 185
CW- 183.8 Jumped from 182 yesterday. Do you think this is mid-cycle gain???

Jeni- I feel your pain. I jumped from 182 to 183.8 today. Mine must be mid-cycle. What about you???

Michelle- Good luck with your programs. Sounds like you are finishing up and will be back in the saddle before long.

MM- OMG!!! I remember those days. My DD was the only one to go away to school, but I was a mess. It gets easier,.....eventually. I will not lie and say it happens quickly. It takes time. It is good that they are close and can come home. They will too. That's good. Hang in there!!!

So today was my first day back in my classroom. Moved all my stuff and got most of it put away in the new room. My friend helped. She is helping again tomorrow, with posters, bulletin boards etc. That teamwork stuff is nice. I will help her when it is her turn to move.

I am so.... hoping that getting back into work routine will help me jump start the weight loss. Got a lot of comments today from people at work. And just think... I only lost about 10 pounds this summer.

Mindy, yes it is mid-cycle gain for me. 10 pounds is an awsome loss for the summer.

Michelle, get in that me time. Tommy wont be able to start pre-school until next year because his birthday is in October. Once they are both in school I may switch to nights. We'll see.


Workday for me today. I am thinking about a quick workout before swim lessons (if I can convince my kids to do the daycare room).

Morning all, thanks for the welcomes back.

Mindy, what grade are you teaching this year?

Michelle, almost graduated, good for you!!

JC, you are rocking!! Both my kids were home an extra year because of fall birthdays too. It helps boys a great deal to wait the extra time.

I did semi-OK yesterday, ate too many sweet & salty granola bars, but no dinner, so calories were ok, but nutrition was not. I'll be better today.

Getting my sneakers on and going for a run right now. Then off to work !

W 100
E Run this am, walk at lunch, might be all for today. Need to take Jeni's weight suggestion.
E Plan and no granola bars!!
D We are in this for the long haul!

okay, I'm rushing like usual. 210 again this AM. TOM on the way. Haven't gotten a chance to read, breathe a minute or think for that matter. Tonight is an at home me time night. I will be back then~ :hug: to all! I cant wait to sit down with ya!

So I updated my weigh in but I have to confess....:D I stepped on and off and on and off the scale til I got the number I wanted....LOL it said 250.0, 250.5, then 249.5 so I quit. ha ha, who cares really anyways? (ME, of course but still!)

UGH, why do I do this every stinkin fall???? I loooove candy corn, the candy pumpkins and nice salty peanuts, all tossed and shook up in a big bag (totaly Payday bar) and have it all over the house in little decorative candy dishes. But I pick at them EVERY time I walk past them....how stereotypical dumb stuff we do. We should know better than to stuff our favorite candies in PLAIN sight. Do you guys do stuff like that? Then I end up feeling all nauseous and even dizzy over the sweetness.

MM I know whatcha mean about the granola bars. They are candy bars for dieters. I prefer the Fiber One bars myself, but again, they are like candy (read: CRACK) for me. How is the running going for you? I wouldn't stress too much, even getting a walk in today will be good. Baby steps, right? (and get those MMunches in!!! I still think of that! Plus now I have an ab lounger to do my MMunches on:)) xoxox

Jeni, that was a strange weigh in for you. We both know it's just water, but still...odd. Or maybe your muscles are swollen since you started lifting? I love that you're doing weights in addition to all your cardio, you are going to be so SCULPTED! You should post a pic of yourself with your new bod. (is that creepy/stalker thing to say? LOL) What are the night shift hours? I thought of you...bought some Craisins trail mix the other day. And you have an ab lounger too, right? I am LOVING mine. xo

Mindy...I know this is a hectic time for you!!! If it's hectic as a mom trying to get two kids ready for back-to-school, I can only imagine what it's like for the teacher! We met our 4th grade teacher yesterday, she's that old-school (no pun intended) stereotype older lady with a bun and glasses type. She seems strict and all business, but I think kids need that! Happy to hear you got lots of comments!!! Yeah, ten pounds over the summer IS a big deal, but I bet it's how you're shaping up, your figure is changing, that everyone notices. xo

Kris, you come in here and drop that bomb on us about planning a wedding and now where are ya? :hug: Hope work isn't stressing you out too much. come let us know how you're doing. xoxooxxo (ETA....posted at the same time!!!!)

And hellllllooooo out there to...e32, Grazer, HolyT(I'll facebook her and have her pop in, and maybe do the next challenge), AUD (yes, we still think about you!!!), RowdyBliss(get your butt back in here too!), Shari, Jaya, oooh I stress, afraid I forgot someone HUGELY important. If so, I'm sorry. Love you all xoxoo Michelle

:wave: girls!

Sorry I've been MIA. I've been off the wagon for a while, but I'm slowly getting back on. Friday, I decided to cut out soda, cold turkey. I mean, all the sugar and empty calories just isn't good for me. I had a massive headache on Sunday from the time I woke up till I went to bed. I think it was from soda withdrawal. But I woke up Monday and I felt much better. Been soda free 4 days and counting!:carrot: I've also made a routine of taking my vitamins with a container of yogurt as soon as I roll out of bed every morning. Also brought a box of those Bran Buds by All Bran and been putting a serving into my protein smoothie every morning (51% daily fiber in just a 1/3 cup!). I have two water bottle, 34 and 32 oz, and I've been drinking at least three a day along with a cup of coffee with Splenda every morning.:coffee: I've been trying to get to bed at a sane time (no more 3 am!) and doing the whole 7 to 9 hours of sleep. Washing my face twice a day instead of just in the morning and doing the same with brushing my teeth, even using that mouthwash that's been sitting on my counter for the last couple of months. Using sunscreen in the morning and a face cream at night. Just....trying to take better care of myself with what I have, ya know? My phone has been off for like two weeks, my mama's finances are tight too. Should be on Friday hopefully. I applied for partial unemployment, hopefully I get something. i'm going to try for food stamps. The VA has a freeze on hiring until October so there's no hope of going fulltime till then. I'm just trying to make it.:^:

Sorry for the rambling!

:grouphug:

Morning all, almost late so not a lot of time.

Did much better food wise yesterday, today we are having Olive Garden for lunch. I am having Portabello mushroom Ravioli, will have to build dinner and breakfast around that. Got all my exercise and my MMunches (Michelle!) in yesterday.

Today hoping to repeat!

W 100
E Crunches are done, elliptical is done!
E OP as above
D Suck it up, try to have a positive day!

Good Morning everyone! I am so excited to see everyone!

Kris, I hope you get your "me" time. Get some sleep, get some WEED, and slow down!

Michelle, I'm glad you saw the numbers you wanted. I do have an ab lounge, I like it but it rarely comes out of its corner any more. I will get a good pic and post it (no its not too stalkerish :) The night hours are 4 pm to 4 am. I'm thinking nights just because the less stress of management.

Shari~It sounds like you are working on you and that is so important. You will be suprised what not drinking soda will do for you!

MM~ It sounds like you are getting back into your routine! Good job!

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Well, the scale was back to 143 this morning. It was water weight from too much salt mixed with mid cycle gain. I double up on my cranberry pills and drank a gallon of water I was going all night long! But it worked. I am getting ready to head over to the gym for my workout, then I am going to load up some clothes and take them to my sister for her son. I haven't seen my mom or sister in at least six weeks so it will be a nice long visit.

Did I tell you that my sister (the divorced one that ran off to AZ) came back in June and now is married again? Her new husband still is in AZ but I guess will be moving back next june.

W 100 oz
E 45 minutes of cardio/ 25 minutes of weights/15 minutes abs
E 1200 good planned calories
D not fight with my sister and mom

Okay. What gives?? It can be really quiet around here and then when I get busy at work, you guys get busy on this thread. I know I need to get back in the routine of things again. Like right now, I am rushing to say hi and then have a million things to do. (I am not getting on facebook again....my newest addiction)

Glad to hear some good things from you all. I will take some more time over the weekend to report more fully. But quickly, still hanging at 182, not 170 anything. :( Guess I'll just keep working and hopefully something good will happen soon.

Check ya all later

4th grad by the way and I currently have 35 students. Our district has lost their friggin minds. I'll tell ya more later. Gotta run.

35 kids Mindy! That is totally ridiculous. I hope it thins out for you a bit.

I wrote a marathon post last night and then the freaking site wouldn't let me on. So its saved on my laptop and I'll post it at lunch or tonight when I get home.

I am going to be a "witness" at a wedding today for a friend at work. They are doing the county clerk thing. Other than that, I am trying to keep up with my work load and stay sane. I have been working the business every off day I have from work. This week is kids - think we are going to Oak Glen (orchard, bakery, and restaurant) to walk around and burn some energy with them.

209+ this morning, told BF I gotta start walking again, even if it means late dinner or we eat separately. I can't feel like this any more! May get my chance tonight to take the pooch on a stroll!

Good Morning. I messed up. I completely forgot my kids have a dentist appt today and I didn't get up and work out. the appt is at 1030 but the office is an hour away. then we are doing a few other shopping stops. Man.

I will keep up with my food and water, but man no workout :( If we make it home early enough I will go before swim lessons.

Jeni- I hope things change, but our district is just being stupid. They have idiots making decisions. They refuse to open up any new rooms until we prove the kids are there. they will make us wait until school starts. RIDICULOUS!!! We have teachers without classrooms and teachers laid off. Man, it sucks.

Nix- That's right girl. Just start moving that butt. A little time for yoursel is neccessary.

My room is just about ready. Next week will be filled with meetings. The next week will be full of kids. I wanted to be in the 170's before school started. Don't thing I will make it. Althoug, I was 182 today. We'll see.People at school notice the 10 pounds I lost this summer, so that is good. YAY!!!

Hello darlings... Sorry I'm thread hogging with this one... had a lot of built up stuff to say!

Mindy – Yay for people noticing your hard work! And I agree with Jen, 35 kids IS ridiculous. But if my kid had to be in an overpacked classroom, I would want it to be yours! No consolation, I know, but it’s true. My BF’s mom just retired from the district here. They laid people off, created a situation where people who have 15 + years in are being transferred and hours cut because they are now low man(or woman) on the totem pole, and to top it off, the top district positions are lobbying for a 10% raise. Its horrific. Hang in there my friend. Less for the kids, more for the boobs seems to be the motto all over.

Mavie – I had my moments with the boy leaving, and Mindy is right, it gets easier. I find that the nicest part is how they learn to appreciate you once your not in their face every day. You’ll see. I am going to start C25K on Monday – I have to. My energy says no worky now, sleepy now. My brain says no worky outty equals constantly feely like sleepy. So I have strapped on my mental running shoes, I just gotta put them on physically and move my feet.

Nchellie – ahhhh the trail walking. I need to get off my blessed assurance and get back to it. Its just so blasted hot here and if I wait for it to cool off, its time for me to hit the sack to get 8 hours sleep. In other news… so proud of you and your recovery. I have seen the best and worst that people can be. You are blessed with courage, patience, and inner strength and you are taking hold of your abilities to use them. Many people never take the time to discover that they have all that. You rock!

Jen- ***shaking my fists at your scale*** I know the weight fluctuations are disheartening. Keep your head up…. Cuz you keep my head up by doing so. I’m not seeing an end to my crazy week and TOM has brought me back almost to my highest EVER weight. I’m tired, but I don’t give up… I have you girls to inspire me.

Shari – you, my dear, are a fighter. Never ever ever give up! I still stand on the promise that you will get your break. Just believe it! Glad to see you hear, and going to start taking my vitamins every morning with ya!

As for me, I have to commit to Wedding Weeding. Let me be clear… I have not officially been asked, but I am giving him until about November and then I am asking him. We talk about it, and the details, but I’m not gonna let the boy get away without a real proposal, even if it comes from me. We did look at an outdoor place near our house. It’s a 1+ acre meadow with gazebo, lights through all the trees, they do it all too. All I have to do is get a dress and a license. Sounds dreamy to me. This is my (whispering it) 3rd marriage. So I am all for a trip to the county clerk. BF on the otherhand (who has been married before as well) says “this is it. I’m only doing this one last time and I want the event”. So…. A wedding we will have.

Still torn on the ring thing. Have the 3 carat dream ring picked out (wishful thinking). Also looked at just a diamond band to add to my “promise ring” he gave me years ago. Found something inbetween that I love to. He gets the final choice, and I will be happy just sharing the last name of my best friend!

Dresses… well… I want simple, elegant, but fun. I am up for contributions of your favorite pics if you girls feel like sharing. There are so many choices, but ivory, not white… and probably not a mermaid looking thing…. That wouldn’t be good at any weight on this bod.
Lastly, we are looking at June 4th, 2010, which is my Grandma’s (passed in Dec 08) birthday. She loved my Jeffy (BF) and I would love to have every one together to celebrate her and us. I will finalize the date soon. I have spoken to my mom about the idea, and my sister… now I will have the honor of asking my Grandpa if I can share that day with my Grandma. Funny enough, June 4th was my due date with my son ~ of course he waited until the 13th to arrive. Grandma was always after me to give her another grand baby. Well I missed my opportunity while she was her, but I can give her 3 step grandkids on her birthday next year! Okay… I’m tearing up, maybe I’ll lose some water weight!!!

Till tomorrow chicks!

Kris, Its good to see you back. I've missed you. TOM and stress of a crazy life are no good for the scale. The weight will come back off.

Mindy, I think once you get back a regular schedule you will see a good drop in the scale.

My scale is having a fit right now. One day it says 147, then 142, then 148, yesterday was 144. I am guessing its a combo of weight training and a really nasty TOM coming up. Today, I feel like my blood sugar is low (I ran out of test strips and got busy and forgot to get more yesterday), and I didn't weigh myself.

The dentist appt went well yesterday, Tommy let the hygenist brush his teeth this tme (so proud of him). One of his fillings fell out so he needs to go in again next month to have it replaced. :(

We took the kids to build-a-bear after the appt. We had a gift card and some coupons to use up. I love that place :)

Nix- I LOVE it when you come and chat with us all. The wedding sounds lovely, and you don't even have it planned yet. Heck it's not even official yet. It is very exciting though. I agree, don't do the mermaid thing.

Hen- Screw the scale. We all know how much they suck. You look awesome. you really do need to post some new pics.

After i just said scales suck, I am liking mine today. Dumroll........ 180.8 Yep, a new low for me. I have to be happy with that. Going to BF's for her birthday tonight. I need to be good. Just one more pound and I could be under 180 before school start. I have until the 8th. MAYBE????

Mindy, I am glad you are getting some relief from the scale!

I am back to 144 which is good. Not much going on around here since it is my work week.

Since there is just about a week left in the challenge, what are we doing for the next one? Haloween is 8 weeks away, Thanksgiving is 12. I thought we could do Halloween Challenge, then have a Surviving the Holiday Challenge (running from Halloween through New Years).

Workday WEED!

Hey ladies~

Mtiggie :carrot::carrot::carrot::carrot: Yeayah! Nic work. 170's are around the corner!!!! I can't believe how far you've come. Keep kicking arse woman! I am coming for you this time... get ready mamma!!

Jen... work day weed away. Its paying off! I like the Halloween in to New Years thing. It breaks it up nicely...

Just returned for short trip of trail walking, eating raspberries outta the wild, and petting smelly farm animals. I was 208 this morning, so we can end this lovely challenge with a ptttttttt! from me. But not to fret. The next challenge is mine!!!! MUahahahahahahahh....

Hope you are all having a good weekend. I am ravenous (thanks TOM) and battled the urge not to eat my step daughters burrito after my finishing my burger at lunch. Seriously, I had my eye on that thing for 10 minutes. I avoided attacking it, but now have the Fritos and bean dip sitting in front of me at home... grrrrr..... you will lose a finger if you try to take it away!

Good news... 180.4 today.

Bad news..... My dog is dying before my eyes. We were taking him in Monday to put him to rest but he has taken a bad turn. It is killing me that I can't help him. I never wanted him to suffer. I am praying that he will slip away tonight and find peace. This is so hard. The whole family is hurting, especially my son (it's "his" dog). Keep us in your thoughts and prayers, if you pray.

:hug: Mindy I am so sorry. :hug:

Mindy - My prayers and thoughts are absolutely with you and your family. Take it easy tonight and make things as comfortable as possible. I am so sorry. Inga is waiting for a good friend n doggy heaven though.:hug:

Mindy, hugs are with you!

Just a quick good morning. I'm completely exhausted and achy. UGG I better not be getting sick.

Workday WEED.

just checking in too. Mostly wanted to see how Mind-er was doin. I hope things are okay.:(:hug:

I REALLY FREAKING need to get the next challenge embedded in my head. I hate working out on carpet at home, but I have a fabulous collection of DVD's. Gonna check out what a under the desk thing costs (like a chair guard thingy) and see if its easier to work out on. Also going to start a wedding book JUST IN CASE I ACTUALLY EVER GET ASKED!!!

What else? Oh, I started a facebook page. Haven't added any pics or anything, but would love to link to any of you girls that have one! PM me and I'll come find ya!:carrot:

Girls, yesterday was one of the toughest days I've had in a long time. All I could do was hold and pet my dog, offer water and cry. I never wanted him to suffer. He found peace around 8:30 last night. It has been H***. I feel so guily I couldn't do more and I miss him terribly. I just want the pain to stop. Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers.

Good news of the weekend..... I saw the elusive 179.6 today. Not sure how long it will stay, with TOM coming, but I was thrilled today.

Mindy, I am so so sorry. :hug:

My little Mtiggie.... so glad your 4 legged baby is at peace finally. And as hard as it is, you were there for him. The peace in it for you, will come, I promise.

I don't want to start the water works or anything... but when I had to put Inga down I decided to have her ashes kept. The first thing I did when I brought Derby home 9 months later was made her spend some time sniffing Inga's little box that her ashes are in. Every now and then I pull them off the shelf in the back bedroom just to remind Derby she is #2! And that she better be just as fantastic as my old rotty was. So far... she is living up to the challenge.

Hugs sister Mindy... we're here for you. And :hug: for 170's too!

me

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