Sugar Shakers - Sugar Busters Weekly Support Board 3/26-4/1

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

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

MONDAY-MOTIVIATIONAL MONDAY
TUESDAY-TUESDAYS TIP
WEDNESDAY-WEIGH-IN WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY-THURSDAY RECIPE DAY & CHAT AT 9:15PM EST
FRIDAY-FRIDAY FITNESS

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


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2389[/url


Please make sure you post your BIO on the NEWEST VERSION of our BIO BOARD everyone!!!! This is going to be updated next week!


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


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2379[/url

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

THE RECOMMENDED READING BOARD:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2342

THE TOOLS & TIPS BOARD:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2344

THE FOOD INFORMATION BOARD:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2365[/url

MOTIVATIONAL & INSPIRING THOUGHTS BOARD


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2359

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


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=3500

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


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=3502


NEWBIES! (aka new members) If you would like to REPLY to any of our threads, please hit NEW REPLY NOT NEW THREAD then type your message in and hit SUBMIT REPLY. Also, when the board gets to the 2nd & 3rd page, sometimes it may take a little longer for your message to appear, you can refresh your browser, or wait, but it will show up! If you need to edit your reply, just click on edit reply located in the body of your post and make changes as you need to, then hit SUBMIT NOW.


WELCOME! :D

Good Monday Morning Everyone!:wave:

It's another glorious morning in paradise. Getting ready to take Michael to school then go for my walk and then I'm off to Broward with Sharon for the day, then Lauren is preforming at the Youth Fair tonight (drama) so I may not be able to check in til late tonight.

Hope you all had a wonderful SB weekend. Nothing eventful for me, just the usual.

Thanks for those of you who responded to my e-mail about the new boards. I'd like to start these two boards next week, when we start the new boards for April. ALSO, what do you think about the idea of putting the birthdays of the month in as well somewhere at the beginning of the month. COMMENTS, PLEASE!

Another subject that was briefly touched upon a few weeks ago, that I'd like to look at a bit more is how we can possibly support the 3FC's site. I finally got around to reading Suzanne's message of how it costs them $1,000 a month to maintain this website and funds are very low because advertising is sparse. It's totally voluntary, but they'd be really appreciative for a monetary donation, whatever they may be. I know personally, I can't afford to give much, but I do plan on sending something to her. I just can't imagine what I would do if they planned to pull the plug on this site. I will be making a small donation IN HONOR OF THE GALS ON THE SB BOARD! If anyone else is interested, you can send a donation to:

Suzanne Barnett, 3 Fat Chicks on a Diet! PO Box 5063 Johnson City TN 37604

I'd really love to have her realize that not only are we very supportive to each other, but of the site as well, so if you are able to do so, please, if you are able to make a contribution, no matter how small, please do, and make sure you mention it's from the SB board!:)

IT's MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY and here's my contribution:

WHAT HAVE YOU DECIDED?

A decision is more than a wish. When you decide to get something done, it will get done. When you truly decide, it's more than just a vague intention. It's more than saying you're going to do it. It's more than hoping to get it done someday. It is a commitment that you make to yourself. When you truly decide, it will happen.

What have you decided to do? Look around you. Look at your life. Look at the person you've become. Look at what you've accomplished and you'll see exactly what you've decided to do.

What will you decide to do now? You have the ability to achieve whatever you decide to achieve, to become the person you decide to become, to live the life you decide to live.

Yet ability alone will not get you there. All the resources in the world, by themselves, will not get you there. Opportunity alone will not get you there. You must decide to get yourself there. Then it will happen.

-- Ralph Marston

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It's interesting to see last weeks poll and how people stay on plan. What do you all think of the polling results?

QUILTER sent me the 3 pics from our little get-together, finally, they came through. I will post one each time I post: ) The one below shows, from left to right: QUILTER, DEBELLI, BIGO, SHARON & ANN-Ann is Narda's friend who came along, and Sharon, you all know if my friend:) I'll post the other 2 later on today.

Well gals, I've gotta walk, literally. I will check in with you all later this evening. Have a wonderful day and a fabulous week.

PLEASE REMEMBER, TOMORROW IS TUESDAY TIPS DAY so if you have any great tips you'd like to share with the board that will be useful for us in following this WOE, please try to post them tomorrow.

Debbie:)
194/132:spinning:/129
Miami, FL

BEE125's post was on the wrong board and I wanted to get it over to the correct one, so I moved it here-hope you don't mind BEE!!!!


Hi Im New

Hi all Im new here and from New Zealand.

Im not new to cutting sugar as keeping my consumption under control after that 1st bite has been a big problem for as long as I can remember.

Ive had past stints at abstaining for as long as 6 months but then manage to kid myself Im cured and as soon as I think I can have a casual relationship with sugar Im done for !!

I want to lose weight and joined WW (for the 3rd time ) last October. Then since no foods are "banned" I tried to eat a little of everything, but I just CANT when it comes to refined food. It has to be all or nothing I accept that now.

You guys are all on the road to where i want to go so Im jumping aboard

I havnt had anything with sugar or flour for 5 days.
I was 160lb 5 days ago and 170lb last October.
Everything I "desire" to eat has now been taken away (or at least thats the way it seems).
About twice a day (or more) Im get ting hit big time (just about shaking)by cravings to open that cookie tin.
I can smell one from 10 feet away.

From what Ive been reading (I dont have the book as yet) you do eat flour? Must be Stone ground whole meal? Is that right?

But you dont eat potatoes???

Im so pleased to find you and be here, any help will be greatly appreciated.

Jenny

It was beautiful here the last 3 days. I've got spring fever so bad. I really want to start wearing crop pants and sandals - MAJOR faux pas in this part of the South to wear white before Easter and after Labor Day, and it appears that some other trends kinda follow that trend. Though I do break out the crops with the 3/4 sleeve tops this weekend. Still too cool for sandals yet. Won't be too much longer.

Hubby and I went running today, just a quick 1 1/2 around the neighborhood. Was great to get out. I can tell a big difference in the amount of weight I'm not carrying now that marathon training this time will be much easier.

Has anyone else found that the more the lose the more "skin" they're willing to show? I find that I don't want lose fitting dresses anymore (had to fire Omar the tent-maker). I tend to want things that have a sightly deeper neck-line (V vs. round), be more fitted and have a true waist, etc. Last weekend I went had my short hair cut even shorter because my face isn't so round. Then I hopped on down to the Gap and bought some low rise jeans that are kinda figure hugging. I refer to them as my "J-Lo" (Jennifer Lopez) jeans. I've even tried on a few swimsuits! Am I going crazy? I don't plan on dressing scantily, I guess I just don't have the need or desire to hide in my clothes anymore. It's liberating!

There are so many posts and I want to respond to them all. Here's my attempt:

BOB - I like Calphalon too. We have a lot in common - I had a dachshund as I kid and still love them (My Dixie is a chocolate Lab, kinda big, but she thinks she's a lap dog), I work in an allied health field (aren't you too?), I like all the voyuer t.v. shows, as God as my witness I too love GWTW, I am working on lowering my cholesterol, I like SEC sports (Even though I now live in ACC county), I grew up on football,etc. You cracked me up with the "inspector general comment!" Duke made to the Final 4. Think they'll win the whole shabang? All cheers appreciated. They are more of a local favorite for me. I live 45 minutes from Wake Forest, UNC, NC - Glad that Skeeter is winking again. Don't you love it after they've had a bath? We call it "1/2-heimers."State and Duke! This is basketball country!

LAMAP - Good that you are finally getting some sleep. There was an article on the site recently about how important sleep is to weight loss.

OVERCOME - You're a stamping machine! I think I missed what you and BOB were taking about with the Metamucil, but my guess is that it was A "dookey" issue. My response is Fibercon! :D Pass the cookies!

MARGARET A - Yeah to you for going to the gym!

IDLBLOND - Thanks for your moving anecdote.

GUESSWHO - Welcome to our group. Hope your book comes soon. Keep those questions coming. Moving to Sweden? Fabulous. I lived in Germany for slightly less than a year. Europe is a wonderful place to live. Will you be there long term? Do you speak the language? Congrats on your 50 lb loss!

DEB - You are so close to your goal. I am green with envy and full of joy for You! I know that if I keep working on it I will be where you are soon. We all know we can't do it overnight. It's like eating an elephant; "One bight at at time." I can remember being one of those beligerant teen agers and arguing with my Mom. That never got the end result that I was hoping for. :devil: I too found myself getting a little miffed that I wanted a pair of 12's at TJ Maxx tonight and all they had in this particular pant was a 10 and a 14. I almost bought the 10's in hopes that they would fit in about a month but decided not to.


CHERI45 - Glad that you felt like exercising! Taxes Hmm? Not a whole lotta fun!

SPARKLESCAMP - Onolicious - I got it. Wonder who else did? How fun to be 27 again. I feel like I'm 27, act like I'm 27, and get frequently asked if I'm 28, but alas, I'l be 35 in June. I think that I will just start telling people that I'm 28! I would love to go out dancing just for fun! My hubby likes to watch me dance, not much on the participating though. Did you ever see any of the Real World housemates at Local Motion or anyother hangouts? We were there when they were taping the show or just after they wrapped. The BayWatch people were also just getting started.

QUILTER - Thanks for your kind comments! Regarding sick when working out, that is a sure sign that you are overdoing it unless it is a strange coincidence. When you get back in it, don't go more frequently than every other day at first.

Okay - I think that's everyone.

In regards to this previous post regarding my desire to wear clothes that show more flesh, I am NOT interested in duplicating J-Los' Oscar night look! Did she LQQK in the mirror? As BOB would say, My GAWD!

Have a good night.

Peace,

Frog

I wasn't quite finished!

Good morning. Need to get this posted and head for the shower. I was back up a pound this morning. But truly TOM is now so I'm not sweating it.

Rosalie----YUKKKKKKK!!! If I had to start every meal by eating oil, I know right where I’d end the meal. In the bathroom driving the porcelain bus. Nasty. Where did you get your oatmeal/ww bread recipe? I’ve never made bread by hand. Is it truly easy enough for a novice to take on? Lelie’s infomercial has been on at least three different channels. Mostly the stations that ALWAYS air stuff like that. I think I saw it again yesterday. It will probably air all the time for a while and then fade out into infomercial oblivion. Let me know if you want a phone number. I’ll try and remember to jot it down. I’ll also look for a website.

MELF--Thanks for the breakfast idea. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE cottage cheese and really love finding new things to eat with it. Do you eat yogurt? That works too when you are out of milk. As a matter of fact, I never use milk on my puffed Kashi, just the yogurt.

AMSER---Great talking to you last night Once again, I’m glad you had a good vacation and that it was safe for everyone. You also made me LOL about the lotto. Wish you’d have one too . . . since I didn’t buy a ticket! Ha!

ANNETTE---If you get to lurk during vacation, here’s my message: HAVE A GREAT TIME!!!!! We’ll miss you but will wait for your return.

FROG---Thanks for your tip on the exercise. I always start out and go every single day. So I think I’ll try the every other until I feel it’s safe to increase. You made me LOL abou the JL clothing line. We didn’t watch the oscars last night . . . those ppl are all so self absorbed I just can’t stomach it. But do like to see the clothes. When you referred to JL, I immediately though of that horrendous green dress from a couple of years ago. I’m sure you remember. HA!

DEB---Hope your eyes are better. That skin around them is so delicate, take care. Thanks for posting the picture. Ain't we sweet?

BEE 125---Welcome to the board. Yes, this is the way to lose weight. Your cravings will soon vanish and you'll be able to concentrate on losing. Only once in a great while do I find I have a craving and it's always after I' ve eaten someting off program. A good reason to stay on track.

Now I have to tell you a story about my father-in-law. This should really appeal to all the walkers in our group. First let me say that he’s a great guy and I love him dearly. He’s retired and is REALLY into taking care of his body. He eats very healthy food and works out every day at a local fitness club. Well a while back he got this idea that he’d set a goal for himself at the gym. So he decided to walk to Denver from Cincinnati. Not literally walk there, but keep track of his miles on the treadmill or the track and see how long it takes. I think he may have set a deadline date, but I’m not sure. The local newspaper heard about this, so they interviewed him and it was in the paper last week. Cool, huh? I think it’s a great idea. Really puts those miles you all hoof into perfect perspective.

Have a great monday. I may be on late tonight. Will try and do the TM when I get home from tutoring. So I may just be too pooped. If so, see you on Tuesday.

Take care.
Kim
185/176/139

Good Monday morning! I hope you all have some motivaton for me today-so far Deb yours hit the spot with me!! :dz: I want this so bad but can't stop cheating and i know its stopping me from acheiving my goal that i keep saying i want sooooo bad :( I know i am a constant whiner! but i guess i feel comfortable whining here!
I really don't know what happens in my brain sometimes. I had a terrible week end! I mean terrible. I have started over today (yes it is only 8:30!) I just keep justifyiing my cheating if that makes sense! I have been very faithful with the excersise its just this food latley!!!! UGGGG I need to get jiggy with it! Thanks for listening!
Deb sorry i didn't get to tell you congrats on the anniversary!!!! You Rock! :D i know no one is perfect on this WOE but i think you come close! :angel: can i move in for a month? lol

Well i probably won't be around this week to post i do lurk everyday!!!! Hope you all have a great week. My Dads sister passed on Saturday so i will be busy with those types of things and i am having alot of stress hmmmm think thats why i am just ruining all my sucess? O.k lets get motivated -RIGHT? :D
Rhonda-mass
201.2/143 ?/135 or lower to get to the BMI i should be at uggggggggggggg!

Good morning, thank goodness it's a new week. I am going to make bread this week since I am on Spring Break. I have a few SB recipes from the cookbook Sugar Bust For Life. It's a great companion book to the original, has lists in the back of brand names of legal foods. As soon as I saw Cardini's Original Caesar Dressing on the list, I knew SB was for me!

My parents have a new baby...a little filly named Cayenne (yes, she is a red color). I am off to see her and enjoy a day at the farm.

A thought: Where you are is an okay place to be, but it's not an okay place to stay. That applies to more than just weight. Peace...

"There will never be a day when we won't need dedication, discipline, energy, and the feeling that we can change things for the better." - George Sheehan

DEB - Thanks for the picture and the info regarding additional ways we can support the board.

Have a beautiful Monday! :wave:

Peace,
Frog

I have been away from the board for a few days while I have been on the road. I am now officially on vacation in NC!

Frog--It's cold up here! I think it will be a little while yet before we break those sandals out! I went to my Niece's soccer game yesterday and we wrapped up like it was the middle of January! Oh well, at least it is great to be able to watch the NCAA tournament this weekend with people who truly understand basketball. Those SEC folks don't--bless their hearts. For the next week I'm transforming myself into a Duke fan (actually always root for Duke anyway except for the days they play State).


Welcome to all the newcomers! You can learn so much from this board and the good wommin on it! We are all about getting rid of sugars, refined flours, potatoes (except those sweet ones), corn, rice (except the brown) and pastas made from enriched flours (WW is fine and dandy). Oh yes--and carrots are EVIL! :devil:

Other than that you can eat almost anything else (and there really is more left out there than you think). We enjoy proteins, whole grain carbs, veggies, fruit, dairy and a moderate amount of fat in our diets.

I've got a couple of on the road stories:

Saturday I was in the car for more than 8 hours. This has always been difficult for me because fast food is so SB unfriendly. But because it's Lent eating off program is not an option for me. This is what I did. I had a big breakfast--eggs, bacon (non-sugarcured) whole wheat pancakesand SF syrup. Then I took some grapes to munch on in the car and an ATkins bar for lunch. It worked fine. The breakfast kept me from being hungrymost of the morning and when I did geta little hungry in the afternoon, the Atkins bar was very satisfying. When I got to my parents house they had steaks, salads and sweet potatoes for dinner.

Yesterday we went to visit my brother andhis family. MY DB is eating low fat, while Iam eating lowcarbs. My poor sister-in-law was trying to figure out how to feed everyone and keep both of us on program. She cooked Chicken pot pie for the family and bakedchicken breaks for DB and me. I really appreciated the support and told her so. I explained thatordinarily I'dbe a little more flexible, but because I made strick observance of SB my Lenten observance I wanted to stay with it. She said she wanted me to stay with it and was more than happy to accomodate us. I think I'll have to take her a small gift when I go for another visit later in the week. BTW--my brother has lost 23 lbs!

There areno reliablescales here so I won't be posting my weight this week (unless I go out and buy some--an urge I'm trying to resist). I think freedom from the one-eyedmonster will be the best vacation of all!

Susan

Good Monday morning all. Hope your weekend was fine!

I never got to meet Annette. I was truly hoping she would call, or e-mail me her phone number, but I never heard from her. I did get an e-mail after I got home, and I believe that she was getting ready to go on her trip, and so this was not a good time for her. I found out that I was about 30 minutes from where she lives. I spent my Saturday afternoon doing some counted cross stitch that I pick up whenever we travel, or when I have a free block of time away from home.

Daytona Beach was a busy place with quite a few spring breakers there. Lot's of cars on the beach about 4 pm. I am not a sun worshipper so I never really went down to the beach or sat around the pool during our Saturday afternoon break. All the others there went out for Saturday night dinner, but another woman and I stayed in and cooked a SB legal supper: pan grilled teryaki chicken breast, fresh steamed cauliflower and broccoli, and green salad. There were lots of snacky food and I succummed a bit. I am a muncher!! :(

My mother is a huge Duke fan, Frog and Fillise. My stepdad worked as an administrator at the university hospital there, so she has followed Duke football closely. Looks like the ACC will be in the finals. The neatest thing I ever saw at an ACC Bball game was at a Wake Forest Duke game in Winston-Salem. The cheerleaders did a stunt with a surfboard from which they had removed the bottom fin. The Deacon stood on the surfboard on the Bball floor and the cheerleaders layed down under the board and rolled over and over, "surfing" the board down the court. It was neat.

Welcome newbies.

Well, I'll sign off. Have lots of work to do today. Deb, I enjoyed the picture of y'all in Naples. Everyone looks cute.

Hi everyone!

Just a quick note to let you all know that I got on the scales this morning and I am now back to 273.5 :D

FINALLY!

Well, I have tons of errands to do and I have to get my walk in. I'll be back later.

Have a great SB Day!

Oh, and welcome Bee, this is a great board and everyone here is very supportive. You will not regreat coming here.

Cheri
287/273.5/145

I have a question for you walkers...Do you walk before or after breakfast??? When I walk in the am, I have been walking before eating, but it seems like that is not a good idea because I'm soooo exhausted when I get back. On the other hand, I don't want to walk right after eating either. Please tell me what works best for you?

Got my 3.3 miles done in 52 minutes this am. Good news too. Remember a while back I said I had a problem with Tachycardia? Well this walking is really good for my CV system cause my heart rate was only 112 when I got back this am! Scale said 162 this am, but was 163 yesterday, so I'm waiting till WIW for the official count.

Debelli, listing Birthdays would be a great idea!!!
Thanks for posting the picutre of Quilter & the group. Gee, BOB is the shortest of the bunch! :lol: Just kidding BOB.

OVERCOME, Thanks for posting that cookie site. Sure will check that one out. You really are into baking alot aren't you? Too bad you live so far away...:lol: I have some good salad dressing receipes...will try to post a couple later today.

Cheri, You go girl, you're doing great with your walking. I find that the walking is helping my back problem too. I haven't had to go to the Chiropractor since I started walking. This sure is a lot cheaper too!! LOL.
I'm afraid I get on the scale everyday too. Can't stand not to, & I also get upset when it goes up, but it does help me to be more cautious of what I eat that day.

Debbie, I never find anything at garage sales...well, hardly ever..LOL You mentioned selter water. I read somewhere that you can add a couple of herbal tea bags in a bottle of selter & let it stand a couple of hours & then add your own sweetner. Was it you that posted that? I haven't tried it yet, but I just picked up a bottle of it & plan to try it out. That WILD ORANGE TEA sure sounds good. Will have to try that the next time I go into Lafayette. BTW, what do you think of the Somerizing plan? Sounds alot like SB, except for the combining idea. She sure does have some good recipes in her book. Tried a couple of them & will post some later.


SparkleScamp, It sounds like you & Frog & I are all 3 about the same size, give a lb or 2. I'm hoping to get down to my mini goal of 150 for vacation time which is the first week of June. Got 12-13 lbs to go.

BOB, I know how family visits can be difficult, but I'm sure you'll do fine with your visitors. You really sound like you would be the gracious hostess. Hey, I found a Chicken recipe page & thought of you. Alot of these are low glycemic recipes.
http://busycooks.about.com/food/busycooks/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=/library/pfrecipes/chkzucgarliccrm.htm

Quilter, yes I am feeling better. Thanks for asking. I can relate to what you said about missing out on the posts & feeling left out. On the 12 hr work days when I can't seem to keep up with the reading, I do feel like that too. But not for long. Once I get caught up on the reading I'm ok again. :lol: I love to read your posts. You always have lots to say. I'm really not much of a conversationalist (is that really a word?) I do seem to end up with long posts when I have time to read them all though.

Annette, I agree, sometimes life just gets toooo hectic & we need to just slow things down, but where do we make the cuts? If you're like me, it's not easy & you just go full speed ahead till something gives...LOL Hope you have a really nice trip to PA.

Rosalie, we missed you on board! I know what you mean about walking alot at work. Sometimes I wish I had a meter to check how much I really walk there. I think that does count, I noticed that on Fitday.com they have it listed for walking at work.

amseraphim, Yes we miss you. Glad to see you back. Ocala is a nice area. I believe that it's near Silver Springs? We went there a few years ago. Glad to hear that you were able to stay mostly OP this while you were away. Yes, it's sad to hear about the drought. We were like that here last summer. We didn't cut grass but maybe 3 times all summer cause our grass was dead! We're ok now & praying that things will soon be better in Fla.

Well ya'll, I only responded to last weeks board & have not got a chance to read for today, but I just got a call to go work some OT this evening, so I need to iron a uniform. Hope to check in tomorrow after work!

HELP argh! I just spent the past HOUR composing a post and then accidentally pressed escape on my keyboard! ARGH! So, more later folks.

EVENING EVERYBUDDY :D

Just a quick note before fixing some dinner! I made the mistake of "taking the grocery store tour" after work and just got home!

DEB: I had dropped Suzanne a note asking if we could send a donation directly to her and now you post this. I'm so glad we can do this without using a credit card.
I'm not a fan of doing that. My GAWD if everyone sent her a dollar every month, they would have NO BOARD WORRIES! What's a good figure do you think?
AND TOO MY SURPRISE.....THEY ARE 3 TENNESSEE GALS!! I didn't know they lived in Tennessee? Johnson City is DEAD IN THE EAST TN MOUNTAINS!!! MY STOMPING GROUND :D

Jenny: WELCOME Glad to have you with us. Just join right in...you'll be a master in no time!

FROG: I had to read your post OUT LOUD at work today. I'm ALWAYS preaching the NO WHITE SHOES to everyone! Of course they don't listen, and I SHUDDER everytime someone walks in with them on! :eek:
Yes, it's me who works in healthcare, and when I saw that dress last night....THOSE WERE JUST MY WORDS!

Mary: Thanks for the recipes..I bought CHICKEN tonight at the grocery!

Well.....gotta scoot...

Later
BOB

Good evening everyone :)

Kim - The recipe for the oatmeal bread came from the web site of Robin Hood Flours @ www. robinhood.ca. I adapted the recipe for SB also changed a couple of things to make it easier. It doesn't require any kneading except for a few minutes to get it into shape. Also I only leave it to rise once in the pan. I am sure it would be easy enough for any novice to make. I will post the recipe on the March Recipe Board. I just had a quick look at Leslie Sansone's web site. There's info there about products she advertises on QVC so I will check it out later.

Deb - Thanks for posting the address of Suzanne. I would definitely like to send something to support this board. I would hate the thought of it closing for want of funds. That's a great picture of you, Kim, Bob and friends. Thanks for posting it. I think listing birthdays is a neat idea. Sorry you won't make it to Canada this time. Who knows, maybe some time in the future we will have the opportunity to meet.

Melf - When I do my "Indoor Walk" (video) I like to do it before breakfast, after my morning coffee. I don't like to eat breakfast until about 9-9.30am and also like you don't fancy exercising right after eating. If I waited until after breakfast then I would probably never get it done. My walk, though, is shorter than yours - it's just 30 minutes for the 2 Mile Walk. When the weather warms up I may try going out for a real walk.

Well, I am thinking of going for a swim tonite, soon as I get the dishes done. They didn't work me too hard at work to-day so I have a little energy left.

Will check in later. :wave:

Marie.

Hi Gals!!! Can we all heave a collective sigh for the winter that just won’t take the hint and go away??? UGH!!! Tonight it’s suppose to be 16 degrees. It’s really way past nippy out there. And I know there are ppl farther north than me who are probably even colder. My daffodils were all on the verge of bursting with color. Now they’ll be limp as a you-know-what.

Oh well, now that I’ve gotten that major gripe ou tof the way, I feel much better. WE made wonderful salads tonight. And Paul skillet cooked some chicken breasts to have on top of the salads. I also put feta cheese and sesame seeds and almond slivers in them. It was quite tasty. Hope you all had a great day.

RHROO---Girl, I feel your pain. I have been there and definitely done that. Listen, you can do this!!!!! You can REALLY!!! Do you think you are having cravings and cheating because of previous cheats. You know what that evil sugar does to your body. I kept allowing myself to have those “little extras” that were not OP. And then it hit me last week when I had to fill out that poll. I cheat and I didn’t like putting it down to be calculated. That’s what helped me get back on track. You’ll find what it is for you that will help you get back on track. Remember our new mantra, “I AM STRONGER THAN ______________.” So sorry to hear about your aunt’s passing. That is definitely a high stress time for families. Hang in there. I’ll send prayers and good thoughts your way.

MARGARET---Good luck with the bread. I have made two recipes out of that book. They were the ones for the bread machine. The plain ww one worked the one with the buttermilk looked like a rock that fell from outerspace.

DEB---Just sitting here wondering how your eye is. You didn't know how many mother hens you had until you started talking about this. HA!!! Thanks for giving us Suzanne's address. I too want to give, but would also like to hear what you think would be a reasonable donation. Do you think any of the other boards know about this and would be willing to contribute? Do you have any contact with anybody outside this board other than Suz?

FILLISE---Glad to see you are reporting while on vacation. I was hoping you’d be able to check in from there. Did you instruct your parents what to feed you? That sounded like a great SB meal.

GATOR---Sounds like you had a good weekend. The dinner you “stayed in and cooked” sounded better than what was at the restaurants!!! Good for you!!!

CHERI---I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOU!!! That’s a big breakthrough!!! You are now on the downhill slide to the 260’s. You’ll feel so great when you break that next zero. (That’s what we called it at Weight Watchers.) Hey, you are inspiring me to GET OFF MY LAZY BUTT and do some walking. I’m sure that’s why you’ve had such a loss in the past couple weeks. Way to go!!! I can’t wait to meet you!! We are going to have so much stuff to talk about!!!!

BOB---I am with you on the white shoes. I really make is a practice NEVER to wear white shoes (not counting tennis shoes). They just seem to glaring and they stand out too much. My size 9s always look bigger in white than anything else. Hey, did we have the conversation about me going to college in TN?? I think we did, but just wanted to double check that. When I read Suz’s address, I just about fell off my chair. Johnson City is at the top of my list for favorite places.

MELF---Yes, I am QUITE the talker!!! And the funny thing is my husband is super quiet. (Ask Narda and Deb!!) I guess that’s why we make such a good couple. You are funny. I guess you find yourself posting a lot because we are such an easy group to talk to. Right?

ROSALIE---Thanks for posting that recipe. You are a dear!!! I will keep an eye out for it. Be sure and put your little adjustments and tips for getting it just right. I’ll be excited to try it. Have the bread machine, but kind of feel like that’s the cowards way out at times. (Sometimes I feel ou of control with it doing all the mixing . . . just want to get in there and get my hands messy!!) Glad you found some stuff on Leslie’s sight. I envy you going to swim tonight. Do you have an indoor pool? Where do you go? A health club? I know you can’t be doing any outside swimming up north at this time of year.

Hey, did anybody else see MELF’s post as being too wide for the screen? Just wondering. This is the first time it’s happened to me and wanted to see if it was just my computer being weird. I had to keep scrolling back and forth to read it.

Well, friends, have a very nice night. Sleep tight and let’s have sweet dreams filled with sf chocolate!!!
Kim
185/176/139

Good evening everyone!

Well I got my errands done but couldn't get in my walk. Guess today will have to be the day I don't exercise (I set aside one day to rest my weary bones). Anyway I did pretty good on my eating today. I didn't eat breakfast. I know, that's not a good idea. Anyway, for lunch I made a veggie hoagie on a ww roll with lite mayo. It was awsome. For dinner I had grilled chicken (yes, I am having chicken and fish. It was too much to cut out at once) and a salad. So... all's well here at my house today.

Kim: It will be so great when we finally do get to meet. We probably will be talking a mile a minute :D As for losing this last bit before I get to "break that next zero". I can hardly wait. I am such an impatient person. I WANT IT NOW!! Oh, and about the screen being extra wide on that one post. It was the same for me.

Rosalie: Swimming sounds so nice. I wish we had an indoor pool but we only have an outdoor one. I can hardly wait until it gets warm enough to go.

Melf: I walk before breakfast. I don't really like to eat when I first get up. I get a little sick if I walk after eating. It's really great that your heart rate has slowed down after your exercise. Maybe the Dr. will start reducing the amount you take if it keeps up.

GatorGal: Sounds like you did the wise thing staying in on Saturday and making your dinner. It sounded really good too. Probably better than you would of had out anyway. Your SIL sounds like she is a very caring person to fix you and your brother separate meals from the rest. That is great that your brother has lost 23 lbs too.

MargaretA: Hope you had a great day at the farm with Cayenne. I'll bet she's beautiful.

Rhoo: Sorry to hear about your Dad's sister. It sounds like you are under some stress. Just keep getting back on the program. Soon, things will a click and you'll be doing fine. Don't beat yourself up when you make a mistake. Learn from it, try not to make that same mistake again and go on from there. It's really difficult I know. We are here to help.

Debbie: I think it would be nice to post the months Birthdays. Also, I too would like to know what a reasonable amount everyone is going to donate to the Board. Thanks for posting the picture of you, bob, kim, sharon and her friend. Looks like you all had a great time.

Everyone have a great day tomorrow. I'll be on later in the afternoon. Gotta get some things done downtown tomorrow morning.

Cheri
287/273.5/145

Hello all..I am still trying to get this thing right! I am so encouraged to hear about all of your successs stories!

Question: Are Grape Nuts SB legal? The ingredients are wheat flour, malted barley flour, salt and yeast. BUT the sugar count says 7g. What???

I'd hate to be sabatoging myself with something that is not all that great tasting in the first place!

Any advice is appreciated! Thank you, thank you.

rapture

I don't have time to respond individually since my post got wiped at lunchtime. :( But wanted to get a word in...

My thoughts from yesterday:

My recovery works from the inside out, not the outside in. Meaning, if I am going to recover, then I am going to improve the things that people don't see and let the public victories take care of themselves.

So here are some of the private things that I've improved upon in the past few weeks.

Part of what makes me feel good about myself is keeping a clean house. I've been doing a pretty good job for about three weeks now...picking up my clothes, keeping the kitchen clean, vacuuming the floors every week religiously. It won't be long before I hire somebody to do the grunt work believe me!

Another thing is taking care of my appearence. Like I let my hair (which is short) go all to **** so it was a huge boost to get a nice cut and highlight job.

The third area is meeting new people, making friends, and maintaining the friendships I already have. I've always had a hard time fitting in due to my rather insane childhood and social graces are quite new to me. I've discovered one important thing: In order to develop friendships, *I* have to take the initiative and really put time and effort into the process...not just wait for others to include me and then be hurt when they are too busy. So I have a plan in place for meeting new people: by joining (non-time intensive!) clubs according to my own interests (running, biking etc.)

Then of course there are my eating and exercise plans. I'm making a lot of changes, and I've made progress this past week getting the wheels in motion and I'm ready to go! Here are the changes, and this is not a commitment that I can guilt myself over breaking, this is just a guideline:

Regularly do an hour of moderate cardio 6 times a week
Do upper body strength training to exhaustion 2 times per week
Do 50 situps or other ab exercises 7 days a week upon getting up in the morning, without fail! (I've done this for four days so far)
Incorporate some Sugar Buster principles in my diet.
That means, cooking most of my meals at home!
Having 3 carefully planned and balanced meals a day and one optional snack. That means, no calories of any kind between meals!


So how am I doing so far? Sticking to doing my abs in the morning. I can't believe how weak they have gotten. I could only do about 6 situps at first. And this morning, I was running late (of course) and only had time for 30 minutes of cardio. So what to do? I'll just go right after work (and before my OA meeting) and finish the remaining 30 minutes.

I'm excited about planning my meals! I'm amazed at how little attention I've put into my food lately. Once again, it takes creativity!

I went to the health food store and got all kinds of neat stuff. I made another loaf of multigrain bread, this time eliminating white flour and the small bit of brown sugar from the recipe. It turned out pretty darn good, heavy and hearty. The 1/4 cup of oatmeal made it moist but slightly soggy in spots so next time I'll just put the oatmeal in the blender first.

Then I made a rather odd concoction of oatmeal, eggs and yogurt for breakfast, and fried it up in a bit of butter like an omlette. It looked rather gross going into the pan (as you can imagine) but once it was cooked it had the look and texture of a pancake (roughly). I carried it to work and added just a touch of sugar-free jam (Smuckers now makes it in raspberry and apricot). It tasted pretty good, and was filling and nutritious.

I must run. Next time I'm working on a long post I will definitely compose it in Word and save as I go!

I have a couple questions for anyone who would be so kind as to answer:

1) What is agave nectar? Is it made from a fruit or a flower?

2) Can someone PLEASE tell me why carrots are evil? Why are they "illegal" and yet sweet potatoes and fruits are allowed? Is it simply because of the sugar content or is it a particular type of sugar? I haven't had a chance to read the book yet (going to as soon as possible). I'm certainly not going to give up carrots without a fight! ;)

Started this Monday off kinda different. My MIL, BIL, and niece left this morning for Europe, so I got up and went to eat breakfast at MIL's and wish them well. With that done, I went and got some groceries and came home. I didn't walk on TM 1st thing this morning as I usually do. So, I had to exercise that ole will power and do it at another time of day - which is an accomplishment. I get in these patterns, and it seems it's hard to do a certain thing out of sequence. Am I making any sense??? ANYWAYSSSS... I did get my TM walk done around 1:30. I feel a little proud of myself. I haven't walked since Thursday, so it's important I get right back in the saddle. The wedding is this weekend:eek: I am going tomorrow to get the "finished" dress. I may be on the TM constantly from now until Saturday:dizzy: Thankfully I am still under 130!!! I think scale is still showing 129. Geeee - I really think I need to see an eye doctor:lol: Thanks for all the welcome backs! The weekend went pretty fast.

Kim - It's not your computer. Melf's post was rather wide on my computer too. So are the review posts that can be brought up when posting a reply...go figure?? :?:
I also enjoyed our nice chat we had last night. I am on alot, so anytime you are up for chatting just give me a holler :) We are having slightly cooler weather here in Georgia too. I really want to get some more sun before Saturday:(

Sparkle - Don't you hate when those sorta things happen to the posts!!!!! Don't let it get you aggravated. We are right here ready to read when your post makes it to the board!!

Melf - As a rule, I find it best for me to walk first thing, before breakfast. Since exercise is one of the most important priorities for me right now, I like to get it done. I am good at talking myself out of doing things. Yes, Silver Springs is in Ocala. It's been a few years since we went there. That whole area looks so different to me now. It's so developed and very populated.

I am going to close for now. I am getting sleepy. Hope everyone had a great Monday. I look forward to reading your upcoming posts :D

It is my understanding that carrots, like potatoes are a root vegetable. The potato and the carrot are both the root that gorws in the ground and there is a green plant that grows above the earth. A carrot is a tap root.

Carrots have a high glycemic index (GI) number. I have loaned my book to someone else and will not be able to do an adequate job of explaining GI, but I'll try. (Anyone who sees that I got it wrong please correct me!)

A high GI number indicates that it is high in a sugar/starch that causes it to breakdown slowly in the body therefore it is converted to sugar, which in excess, will be stored as fat.

I have eliminated carrots as a healthy snack, but if there are a few shreds in a commercially prepared salad I will eat them.

Hope this helps and hope this is accurate info.

Peace,
Frog

Good Evening to All

Deb, I think the birthday idea is great. I am glad that you made us aware of the money stuff with the board.

Bee 125 Hello and welcome to the board, you will enjoy the support and friendship you will find here.

Quilter Love the story about the walker, I have been doing a trip and telling my counselor that I made it to Tampa and I am on my way back. Since I started walking I have gone about 140 miles, not much I know, but more than I even dreamed I would walk.

Melf I wish that I could walk before breakfast. I am usually at work between 6 and 6:30 every day and no way am I get up to walk before that. I do walk in the evening and am starting to do it before I eat supper, cause if not then I have to wait for an hour or two
And then it is getting late in the evening, but late is better than never.

Cheri- great job at getting back to weight. Now you can only go forward and see more progress. Sounds like you are doing so good, I am happy for you.

SparkeScamp I really enjoyed your post. Seems like you and I are at the same point. What you wrote about is the same stuff that I was talking about with my counselor today.
I had built a wall around myself (I visualize it as a brick wall) to keep people away from me and supported that wall by eating and letting my self go- let my weight go way out of control. I have goals now and slowly the bricks are coming off the wall. I have made this journey my top priority and I am doing this for myself. I also need to make the effort to do things with the friends I have and make new ones, or some day (maybe soon) I just might find myself all alone. I must say this is a wonderful journey and I feel like I have a new beginning and fresh out look on my life. And at a perfect time, my son just moves out and I have the house to myself and I am changing things around. Each day is a new challenge.

Well today I did a quick peek weigh in and I am .25 pounds from my first 50 pound loss.
Boy does that inspire me to keep going. And I feel that right now my pride at doing something I have never thought I would be able to do I is enough to keep my on track and keep me going.

Hope all had a great day tomorrow. Keep :)ing

LAURIE
Port Charlotte, Fla
350/300.25/170

I JUST got home!:mad: Let's just say, Lauren is in a heap of trouble with me and won't be going back to the fair.

Have been up since 5am, was out all day long, Lauren's thing was 1 hour behind tonight, I was nice enough to let her go on one, and I said one, ride afterwards, she show's up an hour later-boy, you talk about being MAD!:mad:

Anyhow, I'm off to bed, will be on tomorrow sometime to reply to all!!

NITE

Debbie
194/132/129
Miami, FL

Sorry, motivational Monday for me is unfortunatly not very motivating - exercise wise for me. (Please pardon the next few moments of whining) I can't seem to get motivated to workout in the morning. Tonight I vacummed the house instead of working out, now it's 9pm and I'm pooped, so I'm going to bed after I post this message. The mornings are short also, I get up at 5am and by the time I get to sit down and catch up on the daily posts, it's 6am and time to wake up my 3 little ones and get them ready for day care and school. I haven't worked out since last Wed., Thursday I got the stomach yuck and used that excuse until now. My best friend will be here tomorrow night to do Martial Arts training with me and I know he's going to know I haven't been working out...

Sparklescamp: I like the goals you have established. I can set goals, but it's the implementation and keeping it up that I'm lacking in. Adopting a low glycemic lifestyle has been easy, for the most part, I feel better, I look better, and I'm not having so many episodes with my gastritis. But exercise....UGH! I can't seem to stay in the groove. So, I'm borrowing one of your rules...hope you don't mind...I will do some sort of ab work every morning, if it means rolling out of bed onto the floor. (Thanks for the motivation, I knew I would find it here)

Big Orange Babe: Over a year ago I discovered Starbucks Frappucinos (yummy!) and although I didn't believe the doctors at first, the coffee is really bad for my stomach and causes the problems I have to be more pronounced, so when I adopted a sugar free lifestyle, I quit drinking coffee and all other caffiene, as well as most decaf stuff. I have thought about going back in to check out their decaf tea, but just can't bare smelling the wonderful coffee aroma. Please, enjoy a cup for me.

Guesswho and Bee125: Welcome!

MargaretA: 3 months smoke-free...CONGRATULATIONS! As I enter my 4th year of a smokeless life, I still struggle with the social aspect of smoking (I liked stepping outside away from the hustle and bustle to have a smoke) but I know if I were ever to pick up another cigarrette, it would be my doom. I have found that there are other ways for me to take a break now and enjoy the tastes of foods and the smells...it's weird how intense these sensations can be now that I am smoke-free.

Debelli: The birthday idea is a good one. Hope your eyes are getting better, allergies can be nasty. I have a house full of allergy sufferers and the season has only just begun. Thanks for posting the picture, it's nice to put names and faces together.

Rhroo: I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and yours.

Until tomorrow. It's late and I can barely keep my eyes open.

Lara

Just a quickie before I head off to bed.

Kim - No I won't be doing any outside swimming for a while. We have several indoor swimming pools, all run by the town. I use the indoor pools even in the summer. The temperature here this morning was 14F. This evening it is 23F although that will probably change overnight. I haven't seen any daffodils or tulips yet. A few days ago they were still covered with snow although it is gradually disappearing. The sooner the better, not that I am looking forward to cleaning up the garden.

Rhroo - Sorry to hear about your loss.

Sparkle - Agave Nectar is a syrup produced from the Agave flower and has a glycemic index of only 11. For more information check out the following sites: www.preparedfoods.com/archives/1999/9906/9906western.htm
www.wcommerce.com/agave_advfac.htm

The reason carrots are not recommended on SB is because their GLYCEMIC INDEX is high. SB lists them as having a gi of 85, althgough another list has them at only 49 gi. Sweet potatoes are allowed as they have a lower glycemic index of 54. The following is a quote from The Glucose Revolution on the Glycemic Index:

"The glycemic index of foods is simply a ranking of foods based on their immediate effect on blood glucose - or blood sugar levels.

Carbohydrate foods that break down quickly during digestion have the highest glycemic indexes. Their blood sugar response is fast and high.

Carbohydrates that break down slowly, releasing glucose gradually into the blood stream, have low glycemic index values."

The quicker the blood sugar is raised the more insulin is produced and it is the excess insulin that promotes the storage of fat.

I personally do continue to eat RAW carrots. Michel Montignac in his book "Eat Yourself Slim" gives RAW carrots a gi of only 30.

If you wish to read more about the Glycemic Index check out Rick Mendosa's site at www.mendosa.com/gi.htm

Hope this helps.

Nite.

Marie

It’s early and I’ve been awake since 4:30. Just laid there and tried to fall back asleep. I hate when that happens. Anyways, I’m two pounds down from yesterday. That’s a good thing. Let’s hope the needle doesn’t bounce back up for tomorrows WIW. I really like this weighing everyday. I have a chart and write it in every day. Then at the end of the week, I figure my weekly average, but still like to focus in on the lowest day. Of course!

SPARKLE---Sounds like you are really working hard to live your life in the way that you see will be good for you. Keep it up. I sure do wish I could (would) do 50 situps every morning!!!

AMS---You should be proud that you got your tm done today. I know exactly what you mean about having a pattern and doing things out of sequence. It’s really difficult especially when it’s something I’m not “drawn” to do. At least that’s the way it is for me. BTW, was that YOU reading your SB book that you posted????

LAMAP---I’m so glad to hear you could relate to my father in law. That’s great that you are tracking your progress. What an accomplishment. It’s so good to hear about your sneak weigh in. Let’s hope that .25 will be off by tomorrow. I’m sure the Dookie Houser method should take care of that! Ha!

ROSALIE---Glad to know that I’m not the only one freezing. Keep warm. That’s great that you have your choice of pools to use. There’s nothing close by me and everything available is at places you have to join.

Well, girls, I need to go start the beauty routine. Can’t cut that short. Have a great day. Talk to you later.

Kim
185/174/139

Limit your cheese consumption to one meal a day.

When I first got OP I found that cheese was a wonderful hunger-fighter for me and was not a trigger food. I ate cheese like a mouse on speed. Cheese toast for breakfast, cheese cube snack-packs, cheese and Triscuits, cheese on my sandwiches, etc. I think you get the picture. It was also not the best snack choice secondary to trying to lower my cholesterol.

Now that I have limited myself to only having cheese at one meal, regardless of how large or small that serving is, I am seeing the weight drop off a little more rapidly than before.

Gotta go get ready for work - going outta town for an all-day meeting in Chapel Hill, home of the famed UNC.

Peace,
Frog

So far I'm still OP. I cooked fresh asparagus for my DPs last night--Dad was a little skeptical about those "logs" on his plate, but Mom really liked them.

Today we are driving down to Myrtle Beach for the day. Good Seafood, so no problem there--I prefer my seafood broiled or steamed instead of fried--a blessing.

Sparkle--The SB book lists carrots as high glycemic, though other GIs don't. For me the "carrots are evil" mantra is a psychological boost. I spent so many years on so many diets where I ate nothing but carrots, that I like not being able to eat them now. Divine justice somehow!

Deb--I get swollen eyes from allergies everynow and then. We've never been able to pin point what causes it, but I look really grotesque when it happens. It will swell and go down for a few days and then go away as mysteriously as it came.

Everyone: Is it me, or are we hearing more success stories lately? It seems that there is a lot of hard work on this board to really lose bad habits and adopts good ones. That'swhat insires me most!

Tuesday Tip: I am becoming a big believer in keeping some type of low-glycemic bar with you at all times. I don't eat them everyday, but they are useful when you are running short of time or get stuck somewhere where there are no acceptable food choices.

Have a good day everyone!

Susan

Somehow I cut my own success story out of the last post!

Went shopping yesterday and bought a lower size for the first time. I was wearing 30W-32Ws when I began this WOE in July. By Thanksgiving, I was into 24Ws. Yesterday I bought my first 22Ws!

I am now doing the happy dance (or at least what I can do of one with a bum knee).


Onward and Downward!

Susan

A Terrific Tuesday to all!

BOB, I noticed that Suzanne is from the home town of the country's greatest college football coach!! :)

Sparkle, when something is high gi it converts too quickly to sugar in the body, and the insulun level shoots up too rapidly. According to the gi testers, carrots has this effect, although some people don't seem to notice that with carrots.

Fillise, hope you are having a warmer time today on your trip. It is rather nippy here in central Fla. Congratulations on your new sizes.

Annette, hope you are keeping warm up there in PA.

Sparkle--more info on agave nectar. Agave is a cactus and that is where the juice comes from. I don't know if it comes from the flower or the cactus "meat" but apparently it is very sweet, and low gi.

Gotta go. Thought I'd get in a few notes before I left for work today.

With the morning sun comes a new beautiful day, which began with 40 reps on my abslider. Thanks for letting me whine last night, after letting it all out and thinking about the success and struggles we have all gone through my heart, body and soul are back on track!

I don't have a tip, yet, but I'll be back to the boards later.

Fillise: Congratulations to you on your size 22! It's the best feeling in the world to get in a smaller size. I'm doing the happy dance for you!

Have a Super Tuesday!
Lara

Happy Tuesday:)

My family and I are back from our trip to Atlanta. We were suppose to go to the beach but because it has been so cold in the panhandle of Alabama and Florida we decided to make a fun trip to Atlanta. Went to Six Flags, had a nice hotel suite with an indoor pool and excercise room, went shopping for clothes:) and just had a nice family time.

Since I have been on maintenance I have eaten mainly on plan. Well on this trip we went to the Olive Garden and I did eat off plan but not too bad. Because of all the excercise I didn't gain but remained the same.

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On the question of when do I walk. I walk when I have time. On the weeknights I walk right after work. Usually I have a SB snack at 3pm and then when I walk at around 5:30 I am fine. On the weekends I walk around 10 a.m. after eating breakfast at around 8am. I find that if I walk on an empty stomach I am exhausted.

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BOB and Frog: Know how I get around the "don't wear white until after Eater rule"? I buy bone/off white shoes. That way I can wear lighter colored clothes but not break that rule. Matter a fact I found a great pair yesterdayt that I bought.

Well have to run. Glad everyone is doing so well on plan.

Anna
222/138/140

Another rainy Tuesday! I really had hoped the weather would cooperate this week, no dice.

I have had a fairly good OP week, one thing that helps is that Steve,aka The Boyfriend, is doing SB right now. I hope he will stick with it, as it makes it more fun for me. Tonight I will give him chicken breasts sauteed in olive oil with mushrooms and a splash of balsamic vinegar, asparagus, salad with Cardini's caesar dressing, and one little slice of my homemade bread if it turns out okay! His daughter is getting married in June, and the old man wants to look good. He is usually in very good shape, but his new job has cut down on exercise time. We can all relate to the time issue with exercise!

Cheri: Thanks for the tip about the bread. I was going to make the one with buttermilk...now I think not! I have never made bread with ALL WW flour, wondered if it would be too heavy.

Rosalie and Frog: I eat those little shreds of carrot in my "romaine in a bag" also. I always wonder if that 's enought to get the insulin flowing. I wish they would just leave out the carrots though.


Fillise: I also am an asparagus NUT. Is it just here, or is all the asparagus teeny tiny this spring? I haven't found any that is really big enough to be really good. Also, congrats on your new size. Talk about motivating: the new size, or the new decade number on the scale are the best motivators of all.

Sparkle: You sound like such a together person. I admire anyone who works on themselves like that. It's hard to take such a close look, or at least it is for me.

A final note: Agave, isn't that what tequila is made from? Hot diggity! Does that mean margaritas are legal? J/K, but that would be a real motivator!

Off to the gym, since I said I exercise 3 times a week, guess I'd better do it.

One last thing: Where do I go for directions on adding an image? I thought I could browse, copy, and paste. It doesn't seem to work that way. I can do it in email with the insert button, but this is baffling me!

Good Tuesday morning to all :D

I am going to get my bridesmaid dress today. I sure hope all that TM'ing I am doing is going to pay off!! Now, I need to keep this SB butt in gear and clean... YUCK :rolleyes: Housework is NOT my forte'. Did get some yardwork done yesterday. I should actually log that in on exercise board, :lol:

Kim - I really appreciate the support you give me. Not sure if I have mentioned it, but I weigh every day too. It's been a good way for me to keep my will power intact ;) I sure hope you sleep better tonight, girl. Drink that water and WIW will be very, very good to you.
BTW... in my previous post, that was me reading all the good posts from all you special people :D

Deb - I hope your schedule will slow down a bit for you. I know I hate it when things seem to be hectic and my energy - mental & physical - takes a beating :spin:

Keep up all the great work everyone. All of you who keep encouraging and educating when someone wants to learn, you are appreciated more than you know :angel:

Better get myself in motion........... This is for all you who are seeing GREAT results. And, this is also how I am trying to get motivated to do those chores, ughhhh >>>

Good Tuesday Morning Everyone!:wave:

I'm still so tired, woke up this morning after little sleep with my legs feeling like rubber. I got out and walked anyhow, but just 3.5 miles. I'm longing to climb back into the bed.

Still pissed at Lauren-and she knows it. I don't think she'll be doing this again-she should of known better from the beginning, but she sure knows now!

For all of you who mentioned a contribution to the 3FC's site-honestly, whatever you would like to give is fine. Every dollar must help them out. I just want you to make sure, if you are going to send in a donation, that you put in a note that it's from the SB BOARD. Suzanne recognizes our board as having a wonderful group of women who get along so well, and I want her to know that not only do we support each other, but her and this entire site as well. As many have mentioned, it would be sad to see this site close down due to lack of funds. I personally had NO IDEA it took so much $$$ to keep up a webiste! I don't know how they do it, really. So, when I hear a cry for help, which is what this is, I need to respond. Like I said, I can't give much, but I can surely give something, and every little bit must help, because, just light 1lb, every dollar adds up!!! Thanks for wanting to help as well-I'm sure Suzanne will be pleased, and surprised from our board members dedication!!!!:)

Today is TUESDAY TIPS and my contribution was prompted my MELF's question about grape nuts and my question about MALTED BARLEY FLOUR. The site below explains many things about different flours, so I thought it was interesting enough to share. Just click on the linke below:

http://detnews.com/menu/stories/38508.htm

Glad to hear you all like the b.day idea, will try to get it implimented for this month. It may take a little bit to work on, as some of those who have fallen at the wayside and haven't been on the board for a long time, might have their names posted, will do my best to weed things out best I can until we have our BIO BOARD updated.

RHROO, :lol: Move in, would love you to-but you'll have to make a reservation, I have Sharon here for at least another week. You need to figure out WHY you continue to cheat when you could of easily been at goal right now. Is something about reaching goal bothering you?? I know it did for me in the past, I would get nervous, but not this time. I can't wait to reach goal! Keep focused-you're almost there-look how far you've come! Sorry to hear about your Aunt, my regards to you and your family.

MARGARET, hope you are enjoying your Spring Break. I envy those like you who can bake bread, I think I made a challah once, probably about 18 years ago, came out great, but haven't done that since-I hate to have to knead anything! I don't have the patience, or the confidence that it will come out okay-plus, after thinking about the cleaning up, I'd rather just buy the bread;) That chicken sounds yummy. I could eat a Kims one night, yours another-sorta like AL in the Oncor commercials! Congrats on the new "family member". Loved your quote!!! On the images question, are you talking about posting the little pictures, or a pic of yourself??

FROG, great quote, thanks for sharing. I played DOOKIE HOUSER for almost 72 hours-I'm hoping this role won't come up again like that for a while. Geez, I defilitely show that I'm lacking fiber! As for the cheese, I don't limit mine like you do, but I do have a few ounces a day, usually low fat-wonder if that makes a difference, do you think I can have 2 ounces LF, vs 1 ounce regular??

FILLISE, hoping you are having a wonderful vacation. Where in NC?? Sounds like you are doing great staying on plan and your family is very supportive in your efforts. Don't worry about the scale this week, enjoy your vacation, stay on plan, and when you return you see what the scales say-you may be surprised. Just remember, food doesn't make you have a good time, the people and places you go do!!!! Yummy, fresh seafood-thank goodness it's SB legal!! I have to agree, we are having more successes-I think the support of the members of this board have a lot to do with it-it has for me!! Your success in coming down so many sizes is wonderful. You should be VERY PROUD of this accomplishment! One thing I never did when I was very heavy, was save one of my old dresses at my highest weight-to use as a reminder of where I had been and how far I had come, you may want to do it if you still have something old left in the closet. Again, CONGRATS!!!

CHERI, glad to hear you are down to 273.5, CONGRATS!!! Sorry you didn't get in your walk yesterday-I hate when I really want to walk, but can't. Ruins my whole day. As for the donation, like I said above, anything, no matter how big or small, would be helpful and much appreciated!!

MELF, I've read where it's better to eat before you go walking, but I don't always follow that, I go by how I feel. If I'm hungry when I wake up, I'll have a piece of fruit before I go, or maybe a slice of toast and eat later after I return. Your'e doing great with your walking, and glad to see the scale is down for you as well. Hope WIW is good for you, and all of us tomorrow!:) I didn't post that about the seltzer and tea backs, but sounds interesting! I put lemon & sweetener in seltzer once in a while, tastes like lemon soda. I read both of the SS books before deciding on SB, it's very similar, but her diet is a lot more strict, you have to worry about food combining, which got complicated, at least I thought it was. Also, you can't have nuts, avocado and other good fats that you can on SB-so this is another reason I chose SB.

SPARKLE, I know how you feel about losing a post-happens to me more times than I care to remember!!!! I like your courses of action for yourself. You really seem to be getting a handle on things. Rome wasn't built in a day they say, and things take time. Keep up the great work!! The sites ROSALIE gave you on the agave nectar are good. Check the FOOD INFORMATION BOARD, I think there is some other info there as well-agave is WONDERFUL! Actually, raw carrots in small amounts, (like a bit of shreds in a salad) are okay, it's when they are cooked that the GI goes up. BUT, it gets too confusing for people to remember, so they tend to just say carrots are not to be eaten.

BIGO, didn't know before now that Suzanne was from TN, but for 6 months she's actually a UK resident. Someone must be watching things in TN for her. As mentioned above about donation amounts, whatever you want to give, I'm sure whatever the amount, it will be greatly appreciated.

ROSALIE, sounds like you are working too hard. I hope things quiet down for you. Trust me, there will be a day that I get to Canada in the not too distant future-we'll be sure to meet, one day! Did you get in your swim?? That must be relaxing for you. Thanks for posting all the informative info-you're always so great at doing that for others!:D

QUILTER, with weather that cold, makes you wish you were back here I bet! YUM, that chicken sounds delicious-can I come for dinner?? Eyes seems to be fine, thanks for asking. Like mentioned above, with the donation, anything would be greatly appreciated. Don't know who on other boards know about the situation. Don't know anyone else besides Suzanne-she's really the backbone of all this. Down another 2lbs, that's wonderful!!! Hope you're down again tomorrow!!!

RAPTURE, hmmm, I don't think Grape Nuts are okay, but honestly, that's just a thought, I'm really not sure. I don't buy them. The malted barley flour I guess is questionable for me. My TUESDAY TIP above was prompted from trying to find out more about MBF, and it said:

What's malted barley flour, anyway? Malted barley flour oftens appears as the second ingredient on flour labels -- primarily those used for baking bread and other yeast doughs. But even though it's second in weight, the ingredient is actually only a tiny percentage of the flour. The Food and Drug Administration says that the amount of malted barley flour may not exceed 0.75 percent of the weight of the flour.

And why is it there in the first place? As "food for the yeast," says Judi Adams, president of the Wheat Foods Council. That's because in order for yeast to grow, it needs a starch that has been turned into a simple sugar, adds Sands of King Arthur Flour. So when yeast is added to flour, it gets a jump start from the malted barley flour.

Not sure if this is helpful for you.

AMSER, glad to hear you got in your walk, way to go!! You have to feel good afterwards!

IAMAP, only 1/4 a pound away from a 50lb loss! WOW!!! Okay, don't drink, walk miles, and sit on the potty for the next 24 hours! :lol: I can't wait for you to get into th 200's-I'll be happy dancing here for you!!!!! CONGRATS!!!

LDBLOND, you're mornings sound like a workout!! I can see why it's hard to get motivated to exercise, but honestly, even if you can get in a short walk, you'll not only feel good about doing it, you'll feel invigorated. I was sooo tired this morning, you have no idea-after my walk, it went away. I know it will hit me later today though, but it's how I feel now that's important. Oh, definintely check out the new TAZO orange tea at Starbucks-every little bit helps pay my OH!!! At least I know Narda is keeping the SB in Sarasota busy!!!

BEACH, glad to have you back, safe and sound and hopefully, relaxed! Sounds like you had a nice time. Glad to hear you didn't gain while you were gone-I'm sure that made the vacation even better!!!

Well gals, the morning is just about gone-have lots to do-Sharon can't believe how much time I sit at the computer to type up my messages!:lol:

I'll check in with you all later today/this evening. Please remember TOMORROW IS WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!! hope the metal monster is kind to us all!!!

Have a wonderful day!

Debbie
194/132/129 (3lbs til goal and counting)
Miami, FL

Hi everyone... I have just signed up and logged on to your weekly post. Now this is a place I wanna be. I am just getting started and have sooo many questions, but I will only ask one a time so I will not sound sooo stupid!!

I have purchased some Whole Wheat Bread, but I noticed (too late) that it also had brown sugar in it. The sugar is 1 gram per slice.

Now, is the plan to eliminate ALL sugar or is there a gram count tht is acceptable??

I can't wait to get to know all of you! I have about 150 pounds to lose, so I will be here awhile.

Hi-busy day here it seems like its never ending. Sick kids which i NEVER have so thats a bummer! Everyone has a tummy ache now i think there are germs running around the house :eek: My tummy was hurting but I had not had a chance to eat yet my egg white omlet helped that. Yesterday I did fine. Today is going well too. I have had an ice cream craving i found Healthy Choice sugar free ice cream 4g sugar per serving to much uggggg...the only one if found so far is the Eddys with chips in it. Why is that stuff so expensive too? Oh well i will tame this craving!

Deb-I don't know why i am not getting to goal!! My attitude is trying to change so far this week! I have a Dr. apptment tomorrow and i am going to drill her on some health stuff one being an ideal healthy weight for me. I am sick of people telling me that i am to skinney bla bla bla! I hope your daughter is still alive! congrats of the all time Low!!! very excited for you! :D

Melf-I like to walk in the morning to just get it over with, I am not sure if it matters really when ya do it

Quilter-thanks for the encouragement. I am trying to get my head back into this. I am not cured and I have a problem with food I just got to get jiggy with it! I am with ya with the weather-its spring for crying out loud! :( We got a dusting again last night. Still is about 3 or more feet of snow out there on the ground. YUCK!

Cheri-thank you too! Stress is a big thing for me latley. Life gets in the way of this WOE sometimes and it stinks. When i am depressed i don't eat! hmmm Stress-depressed ? which would be better! LOL

Frog-Love the hula girls!! You will be in a cocnut bra before we know it!!!! Keep up the good work!!! I think cheese hinders my loss too even the light kind i limit to 1 time a day also!!

Idblond-sometimes we just got to do it! i find when i don't want to do it and i do i feel soooo much better! Its our silly heads i guess!!! Your doing great keep it up!

Sparkle-you Rock you seem sooooo organized i wish i was! You can do this!!!

Fillise-Wooooooo hooooooo on the pants!! got to love that girl!

Beach-you sound like you had a great time! Congrats on the maintance too!!!!!!

Amers-Good luck with the dress!!! let us know how you do!!!!

RodeoMom- I buy my bread at the Health food store its usually in the freezer case. You will become an expert label reader!! 3g and under is what is acceptable. Have u read the SugarBuster book?? I am sure that will help you alot!!! This board is sooooooooo suportive! Good luck. Let us know if we can help!!

Thanks again for all you sympathy for my Aunt. Still don't know all the detail for her funeral and all, but i am hoping for the week end. I don't think i can handle that during the week! (how selfish huh?) Dr. apptment tomorrow i will let you know how much she knows about weight and so on!! I plan on drilling her! :LOL: Keep up the good work everyone and the excersise!!!! Three days in a row for me soooooo far!

Rhonda-Mass
201.2/143.0 ?/135 ?

Another Louisiana girl....well, SB DID start here, so why not? I know that your neighboring town, Sulphur, is a big rodeo place. I live in Minden, in North Louisiana and am a new member also. These gals are very supportive and helpful.

My bread is rising nicely, it's not bread machine bread, so I got some exercise while kneading it. Also did 45 minutes on the TM, I have a sore back and was afraid to push it too hard.

My question about attaching an image concerned the little cute pictures at the bottom. I know where to get the clipart, just can't figure out what to do to put them in my posts. I don't remember seeing directions anywhere, so if they are here somewhere, please direct me.

Have a good "rest of the day" everyone!

Margaret--If you will scroll down below the box where you type in your replies, you will see "Attach File--Min. size 40000 bytes" and then a blank box with a "browse" button. That is what you use to attach a file under your reply. Like the walking gator that I sometimes attach under my replies. I found all the pictures that I attach on various pages on the internet when I typed in "gif" in my search engine. And then I downloaded various pictures that I liked. I think Big Orange has the biggest download file, because she has lots of cute attachments at the end of her posts.

MARGARET.. All I do is click the bose button at "attach file" then "my pictures" winows is displayed. I higlight the pic I want and click Ok and ther it is entered in the box. Thats it for me.
SPARKLE.. I know when I was at WW lots of people developed a thing for carrots and ate them by the klio, lol. We all have our "red light foods" and carrots must be one of yours. I know one women finds apples trigger her...apples ..Im afraid I just go straight to the real thing and have been known (only to myself mind you) to eat sugar straight from the pack. Apples and carrots are to much work for a fix and IId be too full before they got me going.
ROSALIE all the info posted was great and have saved the site to read later.
RODEOMUM Im new too and I think this is the answer.
Sugar is like a drug to me and gets me in its clutches .
I have to learn to hate it :nono: , its like the devil in disguise :devil:

Anyway can somone answer my ? about the flour and which ones we are allowed. Is it all except white or what please?
Also please tell me what amount of sugar per serve or how many grams we are to cut off at????

Someone asked about these, I take it they are a cereal, we dont hve them here in NZ . I just saw this at on a Glycemic index and dont know if it help
Grapenuts 67
Grapenuts Flakes 80

Jenny

Good afternoon everyone :)

It's been a dull day here to-day. The present temperature is 32F but this morning when I was out it felt much colder. Oh! for spring.

Ldblond - Glad to hear things are going better for you to-day. Sometimes we just need someone to listen to us. Just verbalising what it is bothering us helps us to get back on track. And it is great you got some exercise in early. That's a good start to the day.

Fillise - Doesn't it feel good to go down a size. Another couple of sizes and you will be into the regular sizes. This is what I really liked when I went down to size 16/18.

Beachfan - Glad you had a good trip to Atlanta and you have been able to maintain. Are you finding it easy to maintain now? I know this was somethig you were concerned about before you reached goal

MargaretA - It's good to hear that BF is also on SB. Doesn't it make it so much easier when you don't have to prepare separate dishes. Your supper sounds yummy. I have made bread with all SGWW flour. I don't find it too heavy, then it depends on what kind of bread you are used to eating. I only occasionally ate white bread before I started SB. I would use it mainly for toast, otherwise I would have either whole what or rye bread. I just posted a recipe for Oatmeal Wholewheat bread. I made this and took it to work a couple of times and everyone really liked it. I can't imagine that a few shreds of carrot would raise your insulin levels very much. After all raw carrots are supposed to have lower gi than when they are cooked. Also they are very low in carbohydrate content. 1/2 cup carrots contain only 6 grams of carbs. Some of this has to be fibre (although I don't know how much). Then when you consider we are allowed up to 3 grams of sugar in a serving I wouldn't think a few grams of carrot could be harmful. Your query about Agave, yes it is what Tequila is made from although I can't answer the question about the margaritas.

Amseraphim - Good luck with the bridesmaid dress. All that treadmilling should pay off.

Deb - You're to be commended for going for your walk when you were feeling so tired. It would be so easy on those days to just hop right back into bed. Thanks for posting the link to the flour article. I found it a very interesting article and one of the best I have seen in explaining the difference in the hard and soft wheats. Perhaps it should be posted on the FOOD BOARD. Yes, I did get in my swim last evening. I swam 32 lengths of the pool, which is 0.8Km.

Rapture - The two GI results I see for GRAPENUTS are 67 and 80 so they are definitely not legal. They also have too much sugar per serving. SB recommends no more than 3 gms of sugar per serving

Iamap - That's great that you are only 1/4 pound from a 50 lb loss. I am ready to do that HAPPY DANCE for you.

RodeoMom - Glad to have you on the board. Regarding sugar, we try to avoid it as much as possible but SB recommends that we have no more than 3 grms per serving. If you can find bread without sugar it would be preferable, but the 1gm per serving is acceptable.

Rhroo - Sorry to hear you and the kids are sick to-day. Hope you are all feeling a bit better by the time you read this. Also hope you can get motivated to stay on plan. You've come too far to let things slide. Maybe your doctor will give you some guidelines of what weight you should aim for. You mention people saying you are too skinny, maybe they are just jealous. Have you checked your BMI lately? Are you close to what you should be?

Bee125 - The flour that is allowed is STONE GROUND WHOLE WHEAT. We are allowed up to 3 grms of sugar per food serving.

Well, I haven't done any exercises yet to-day as I hade some things that I just had to do this morning (like laundry) and then went out shopping. So I will get my butt out of this chair and go and do one of my videos.

Will check in later.

Marie :wave:

Good Afternoon...

Well, I think that I am getting back into the swing of things. Took my little elderly neighbor lady for a walk yesterday evening and went by myself this morning. When I was being "good" or before the hard (ha-ha) California winter weather set in, I was walking twice a day. In the morning by myself and in the evening
(a little slower pace) with my neighbor.. Felt good to get out again.

Deb: This morning I put a Spaghetti Squash in the oven.. conserving energy by cooking it in "off-peak hours".
At lunch I put some in a dish and sprinkled the Tomato Splash on it and micro'd for a minute. It was very good.
Thanks for letting me know about the TS. I cannot believe you are so close to goal.. you look like a "little peanut" in the picture you attached the other day. What's the deal with Carbolite Bars.. I may have missed a post about them, but when I went shopping (won't say where, it makes you sad) last week they had a display so I bought one.

Quilter: Yes ferrets are illegal in California and Hawaii. Hard to believe.. I have always been afraid of a lot of animals.. but once I was introduced to ferrets (smuggled across the CA/NEV border) through my son, I found out what wonderful pets they are. My little gunea pig "Ms. Piggy" is doing great. Spoiled rotten - anytime she hears a cupboard door or a plastic bag krinkle, she thinks she is getting a treat (yogurt drop) and starts squeaking. Yes I do live within 2 - 3 miles of a Trader Joe's..


I am so thrilled with the "sweet success" that so many people on this board are having. What an inspiration..
This morning I stepped on the scale and was almost 100 lbs lighter..... since it is a digital scale I thought that maybe the battery was getting weak. When I turned it over to check, I noticed a switch that went from Stones/Lbs to KG to Lbs. It was on the wrong setting... . I have a gal who comes in to help with cleaning every other week and Monday was her day, she must have moved it. That would have been losing way to fast and too much for me.


Deb: Are we having a chat this Thursday? If so, what time does Survivor come on EST? We see it at 8pm on the West Coast.

Question for everyone: When you get the feeling that you have to have something sweet... real sweet, what do you have that is legal. It goes beyond that craving for chocolate.. it's just a sweet need that "fruit" won't fulfill. Any ideas!

Gotta fly, break is over!! :angel:





GatorGal: That must have been wonderful as a young married couple to be living in SF. Boy you went from one side of the continental US to the other... I've been here all my life and I think it will take a stick of dynamite to get me out. My husband is always looking at alternatives for retirement.. the cost of living is very high here. The biggest thing to give up is the weather.

Have you tried freezing grapes? They seem so much sweeter and take a little longer to eat. They are almost like popsicles.

Thanks to everyone for the info about attaching images...I had tried that and it didn't show up in the preview. I just tried to attach one to this post, so look below to see if it worked! I am so dense sometimes.

Thank you all so much for the information in response to my questions. I can see where carrots are pretty high in sugar (tastes sweet munch munch) but as I love them, I shall treat them as a fruit and have them raw, sparingly, at the end of my meals instead of as a “free food” or a snack. I’m actually laughing my head off because the idea of not having carrots again is causing me to obsess over them, which is quite a change from what I used to obsess over! (Insert long list of sticky gooey foods)

As for agave nectar, I made a trip to the health food store (it’s like a toy store to me) and got a small bottle. I haven’t tried it yet but the label said that it’s a type of sugar that is released into the bloodstream more slowly than glucose. I haven’t tasted it yet. Does anybody know if it has the browning/thickening properties of sugar, like for bbq sauce for example? I was wondering about Grape Nuts too so I’m glad Rapture asked.

BEE125, Welcome! You said, “Everything I "desire" to eat has now been taken away.” I feel the same way, lol! I have been abstinent from refined sugar for over two months but only ahem yesterday put into motion some more aggressive tactics. I notice that I never really crave foods that aren’t high in sugar, or to a lesser degree, bread and potato chip-like things. Even cheese, which I love, I can control. But if there is a box of that particular evil food chocolate in the house, I will not stop eating it until it is gone.

Miss Frog, I have a mildly funny story about white shoes. I went to visit my dearest friend in North Carolina last spring. She greeted me at the airport dressed as Marilyn Monroe! It was hilarious. She said she couldn’t believe the number of dirty looks she got from women as she was walking along. I told her, “It’s not because you’re dressed up as Marilyn Monroe. It’s because you’re wearing white shoes before Memorial Day.” (I’m not that well-versed in the rules, as I live in Hawaii.)

I’ll bet you look hot in your sexy new clothes. I’m excited for ya!

To answer your question, I don’t keep up with TV much....so Baywatch and Real World just zooms right past my consciousness. I’m still dealing with the new 32” monster in the living room after having NO TV in the house for five years.

For any who MIGHT be as TV-unaware as I am and actually missed seeing Jennifer Lopez’s dress, click here for a picture. (http://a169.g.akamaitech.net/7/169/633/10000064763469/oscar.com/images/gallery/redlive/v_red_lopez.jpg). Although I don’t think it’s anything to be ashamed of, I didn’t post the picture directly just in case someone might be offended.

Quilter, thanks for sharing the story about your father-in-law. Inspiring!

Rhoo, if you need motivation, just look at your stats!!! Look how far you’ve come. I would give my left arm to be 143 right now, which actually, should about do the trick. ;) You’re not 200 pounds anymore. Sometimes we lose sight of all we have accomplished so far.

What I’m dealing with right now, is that I “can’t” deal with snacks apparently. So fine. I just cut them out altogether. My recovery is my first priority and I will do anything to reach my goal. I “can’t” seem to get to the gym as often as I’d like. So fine. Working out six days a week is as mandatory as going to work. I have to set boundaries for myself. Those boundaries may change if they aren’t working, but it’s important to define them.


Margaret A, you said, “Where you are now is an okay place to be, but it’s not an okay place to stay.” I liked that a lot. Oh and frozen grapes, yummy, I think I’ll try that.

Fillise, wow NYC! If it weren’t for our perfect weather I would be jealous. ;) It’s great that your sister-in-law is so thoughtful. It seems we hear so many horror stories about family and food that we forget that most people try to be supportive.

Melf, I’ve been working out when I can before eating anything because I’m supposedly burning more fat that way, but I notice that I don’t have as much energy. So that’s okay for 30 minutes but not more (for me). From my marathon training I learned that when you are doing a long run, you should have a carbohydrate based snack at least ½ hour before the run.

amseraphim, it sounds like you are quite motivated. i’ve made exercise my top priority too (usually the hardest choice is finishing my workout or getting to work on time). Just be sure your routine is one that you’ll stick to after the wedding too! ;)

Iamap, wow 50 pounds! That’s a huge accomplishment! I’m proud of you for your emotional accomplishments as well. For me, the weight has been just part of a bigger picture: of my zoning out and not being fully present in my own life!

(eek! I just spilled coffee on my keyboard. Thank goodness I learned to “CNTL+S” before cleaning it up! I’m making absolutely sure that if I’m going to spend my lunch hour posting that my post actually makes it to cyberspace!)

Idblond, On motivation: I’ve said it already this post, but just to have to hammer the point home: If recovery is your first priority, exercise is not optional. Something will always come up that takes time away from your workouts. I don’t skip work and I don’t skip flossing my teeth. I don’t skip my workouts. (At least, that’s my NEW attitude. ;) ) Okay, I step off my soapbox.

You said, “I'm borrowing one of your rules...hope you don't mind...I will do some sort of ab work every morning, if it means rolling out of bed onto the floor. “ LOL! That was hilarious. I couldn’t do much more than roll onto the floor at first but I’m doing what I can! I can’t do 50 situps in a row yet, but I can do 10 situps, rest, do 10 more and then give up and do crunches. So long as I’m making progress.

SuperDebbie, thanks for the tips and info. I have been checking out the recipes and will definitely look at the information board as well. I’m so excited to finally find a way of eating that works! Oh, and I’m so stoked that you are so close to your goal! What a head-spinning experience.

RodeoMom, a big hearty welcome to the forum!

Whew!

Today’s thoughts:

Folks, I’m sick and tired of “trying” so hard and backsliding constantly. Throughout my history, I’ve always felt like I’m hanging on by my fingernails and the slightest breeze will knock me into my old habits. I was doing really well until 7 months ago, when I got a roommate and moved apartments. Well, slowly my new routine deteriorated. Several months into this process, my roommate told me he was really worried because, he said, “You have such a black-and-white mindset that I can easily see you saying f*** it, totally giving up and blowing up to over 200 pounds.” Well, at first I was furious at him for saying that. But soon I saw that I was disturbed because the comment touched my deepest fear: that I don’t have any control over my eating and that all my efforts were really only a temporary fix. (Sigh)

These past 7 months haunt me. Because 7 months is enough time to have reached my goal already. But instead of beating myself up and wallowing in regret, I examined the reasons I had for staying the same weight. I won’t go into detail about what those reasons are, but I’m certain that this time was a necessary stage of my recovery. I had to work some things out before I was ready to progress.

I made a determination this past weekend. Through this board and all you wonderful people I’ve found a new way of eating that, it seems to be, is proven to work. I have other tools at my disposal as well: my 12-step program of recovery through Overeaters Anonymous, which has been a great help to me; a spiffy gym membership right across the street from my office; a bike (actually two ;) ) that I use for transportation whenever I can; and the time and freedom to pursue my fitness goals since I don’t have a husband or kids.

I am fully confident that I’m going to make steady progress from this moment forward. The first few weeks of sticking to my new and more difficult routine will be killer, but after a while, it will just be everyday life. It’s been a day and a half now (of 1 hour per day of exercise and eating three sugarbusters meals with no snacks) and that’s no small accomplishment: after all there have been YEARS of my life when I couldn’t get on track for even one day.

Now, I’m very proud to present the following Tuesday Tip!

Many of us live with others who don’t follow this way of life! They may or not be supportive of our decision, but one thing is for sure. They are not going to keep their favorite foods out of the house just for our sake! In these past 7 months, my roommate has been pretty good but make it plain that he’s not going to suffer for my sake (as he shouldn’t.) For my part, I’ve been much better about being able to tolerate the presence of “trigger” foods in the kitchen. For many months, we have kept most of the junk food in a special cabinet, that happens to be a little difficult to reach, but it’s not so high you have to get a chair to access it. Just a bit of a reach over the counter. Sometime after the ½ a bag of potato chips incident (which was actually my motivation to start following sugarbusters) I hit upon the bright idea of keeping all foods that I don’t eat in that one cabinet. So that’s my tip: If your loved ones must keep snack foods in the house, and you can’t handle it, put all the food in one cupboard and just don’t open it, ever.

Another tip before I forget: Where will you be in 10 years?

This expands upon the comment I made earlier about imagining myself as a smoker at 40. The way I’m going to look when I’m 40 is a huge factor in motivating me now (I’m 27). Because, at 12 and 20 and 23 and even now, I built a large part of my self-esteem on potential: I got all amped up on what I would look like once I lost the weight. Well, I’m starting to grow out of it but not living in the present moment is a huge problem for me. I’m not saying life is over at 40, but that’s always been my “magic” number for uhm, where I am is where I’m gonna be. Starting from the present, where I am now, what I’m doing at this moment is my life. That’s all there is to it. Nothing magic is going to happen between now and then...only steady, persistent and loving care of myself is going to improve my life.

Because I intend to look gosh darn HOT at 40! ;)

Lots of love,

Chris

Hello alll....my what looooong posts!

Just wanted to let you know my PB cookies turned out pretty good. I should have used a touch more of agave nectar so they were a bit sweeter. I'm not going to make them again though b/c I figured there is AT LEAST five g of fat per cookie with the peanut butter and the butter and the peanuts. I think I just have to forget about cookies, legal or not! Actually, if I can find an oatmeal cookie recipe that's legal, I might try that. I'll go check the recipe boards.

Here's an ice cream question....how can I determine how much of the sugar is natural sugar from the milk/cream and how much of the sugar is plain ole' sugar?? Breyers vanilla (regular) has 12 or 15 grams of sugar per half cup. I am figuring a good amount of this must be natural sugar. I had 1/4 cup last night and it was good! I think I will treat myself once or twice a month (just a 1/4 cup, mind you!)

I got new walking sneakers today. I think I'm going to get on the treadmill after this post to test them out! I am sooooo tired but after reading everyone's posts, I feel motivated. Thanks chicks!!!

Pete is at Wal Mart so I asked him to look for Wiley's seasonings. I am determined to get some of it!! I love green beans and am anxious to try them the good ole' southern way!

Pete is starting to plan for his garden. He is like a little kid at Christmas! He absolutely loves to garden and I reap the benefits. My friend was asking what kind of spaghetti sauce (or "gravy" as true Italians say) I use b/c all the sauces she looked at were loaded with sugar. I told her we only eat Pete's canned homemade sauce!!! That's when it hit me how good I have it. And that he is supporting me with this WOE is wonderful. I just wish he would follow it too!

SPARKLE... thanks for the lovely long post. You are so motivating! You are determined. I know you'll do well.

QUILTER...Of course I'd love to see your card!! I'll send you a private message with my address. I'm not sure when I'll get my spring cards done, but I'll let you know when I mail them out :) I am currently reading The Scarlet Feather and am enjoying it so much!! I love Maeve Binchy. That's another reason I want to get on the treadmill.

RHROO...I know how you feel about this blasted weather! It is sooooooo cold here. I am disgusted. I will be so happy when Spring weather gets here. I HAVE HAD ENOUGH!!!

TO ALL...I donated $5 through the amazon link for the boards. I use my credit card online constantly. Amazon is one of the most reputable companies on the internet. I am certain they have the best security available. I don't know how often I will dontate. I def. don't mind contributing b/c this board is so wonderful. If anyone has any suggestions re: donations please post them.

Welcome Rodeo Mom...find bread can be hard. I use Pepperidge Farm 100% stone ground whole wheat. It has less than one gram of sugar. You will probably have to go to a health food store to find 0 sugar bread.

Debelli...I'm sure things will blow over with Lauren soon. It is so tough being a parent sometimes. I give so much credit to good parents!!! Have you met up with VIV yet? I'm curious to know the results of her dad's tests.

amseraphim...I am not a big fan of housecleaning either. I like things to be clean but I am so LAZY!! I usually wait till I can't stand it anymore and then attack!!

FrogLover...I think it was you that said you are enjoying wearing clothes that are a little bit more form fitting now that you've lost. Me too!! I find myself shying away from my big bulky stuff, although it is so comfortable. I LOVE putting on clothes that used to be tight and now fit just perfectly, or even with a little wiggle room!!

I'm off to walk and read. BBL

Ashley

Hello everyone,

Sorry I haven't posted. I came by Monday and didn't see the new thread. I think my eyes gave out on me!

In any case I haven't received the book yet. It was mailed out yesterday..so soon. But, I am still excited about it and I hope everyone is doing well.

I will talk to you soon and I will log on Thursday night for a chat. What time?

Keep up the great work,

SPARKLE I saw her on the telly but didnt even notice.lol, I must of been looking at her earrings!!

I wanted to look my best at 40 too, but here I am fat and 40. Im getting there though and its never too late.
My children are getting to the age where I can think more of myself and Im wondering what to do next in my life.
and Yes I could have lost this weight so many times over already Ive lost count.
Ive actually started to relax a little in my hurry and getting nowhere and taking it one meal at a time.

I had a bad attack of cookie monster attack last night and ate 3 :(
I was so depressed though when i went to bed and Im back onto it again :)

Jenny

Testing

Hey, it worked. However, I just wanted to make it clear... that Hershey Kiss is waving "Good-Bye" not "Hello".

Thanks for the reminder... frozen grapes do make a good sweet snack.

Hello all!

Thanks for the replies on the GrapeNuts question...those are going in the TRASH!! Good thing I only choked down one bowl.

Super great to hear about all of you success stories!

MargaretA: frozen grapes are going on my snack list...what a fab idea!

Iamap: 50lbs!!! If I wasn't so proud of you, I would be hatefully jealous! Congrats! What a great accomplishment!

SparkleScamp: Move over honey...I think we are in the same boat. Your self-examination will undoubtedly enable you to reach your goals. Just know that you are worth it! And as cliche as it sounds..."nothing taste as good as thin feels" (okay, I don't know first hand, but that's why I am here and that is what I am working towards).

RodeoMom: WELCOME...you'll love it here!

Continued Success!

P.S. Can't remember who posted recipe for Salmon Cakes, but YOWZER! They were great!

Have a great evening!

Evening Everyone!:wave:

Not much going on here today, surprised I still have my eyes open, they're stinging because I'm so tired. Def. going to bed early tonight!

I'm so bloated today, I pray I still have a loss tomorrow so I can finally post on the WI board-TOM is due anytime now, so if it's up, I surely know why!

AMSER, how did the fitting go today with the dress? Did they have to take it in any??

RODEO, WELCOME TO THE BOARD! LA gals and FL gals seem to have the most numbers of members here. I can understand why so many LA gal,s due to SB starting there, but as for FL gals, I guess we are just a state with lots of robust women!:lol: Anyhow, we're glad to have you aboard! Don't be afraid to ask questions, no matter how stupid to you they sound-we all had questions at the beginning, and we still have questions from time to time, this is a learning experience for all of us. As for the bread, or any food, as long as it's 3 grams of sugar or less, SB rules you can have it. BUT, personally, I don't have breads with any added sugars in it, they are out there, but it's not necessary to be as nutsy as I am. We're glad you'll be around for a while-I can say the same: ) Again, welcome!!!

RHROO, if you have a low-carb store in your area, try to find out if they carry Carbolite soft serve, it's wonderful and very SB legal! Otherwise, why not try Breyers vanilla? Sorry to hear kids aren't feeling too well, hope they are better soon. Healthy Choice, I don't eat, but have in the past, boy, does that give me awful gas!:eek: Let us know what the Dr. says about your goal weight! Hey, she may say you're there!!!

MARGARET, Gator gave you a good explanation. Seems it was good for you, I see you have the images up and running. Glad to hear you got some much "kneaded" exercise today!:lol:

BEE, Most whole grain flours are okay. Stone ground is what you really want to use, the smaller the grain has been ground up, the higher the GI goes. I think spelt and millet flours may be a little high, but I don't remember exactly, will do some looking around. I use buckwheat, soy, and others, but mostely SGWW flour. I'll let you know what more I find out. One part of BALARTS interview says:

What causes the glycemic index to be higher or lower in bread?

LB: "When you take the grain and mill it you break off the casing on the outside so you are left with the starch inside, and which is then made more readily available to the body.. it comes in quicker, and causes much more rise in the blood sugar and more of a rise in glycerin. When you eat the whole, grain, your body has to break down all that stuff it has got to get through the covering of that grain, and therefore the absorption of the starch and the breakdown of the starch that's in it is slowed down. So instead of getting this big rise in sugar, you are going to get sort of lull, it stays in the gut longer, it goes way down into your intestines, and is subject to bacterial degradation, and a lot of good things come from that. A lot of fatty acids that are supposed to be good. It has been actually scientifically proven. So a lot of this has a lot to do with not just the type of grain it is, but also you know how has it been handled, how has it been used to be put into the food, and the more it stays intact. A bean for instance, has got a big casing on it, your body has to break all that stuff down. Beans if you notice in the book have a low glycemic index. If you took the outside of the bean, and we prepared a meal or flour from that it would be completely different, the index would be much higher, because you have already removed all that stuff the body has to digest. "

Also, 3 grams or less per serving is what the SB rules state. I would think in NZ, you have many SB legal foods. Have you tried the JokAnal products??

ROSALIE, WOW, that's great on the swimming, keep it up!! I'm crossing my fingers for you to have a good WIW! Glad you liked the article about the flours. I'll get it posted on the FIB soon.

VR, that's so sweet of you to take a walk with your neighbor, I'm sure she loves the exercise as well as the company:) Me, little peanut?:lol: I was hiding behind others!!! Maybe a peanut in stature, but not weight. I've never had the Carbolite bars, just the soft serve. Why eat them if we are allowed real chocolate. I try to stay away from things with preservatives. Don't they carry Chocolove?? Let me know how the Carbolite bar is. Chat on Thursday, right after Survivor, 9:15pm EST, that's 6:15pm for you-I promise not to tell what happens! Sorry, can't say that I have really wanted anything sweet so badly since I started SB-boy, that's a feat in itself!

SPARKLE, glad to hear you found the agave nectar. They only come in little 8oz bottles, though I wish it was available in bigger ones. It's delicious and can be used in place of honey in any recipe, measure for measure. When I bake with it, I lower my temp by 25 degrees. I love the way you write-where did you get such a gift? Your roommate seems to be a good friend-that's wonderful!! Keep up this wonderful attitude you have, it's so refreshing!!!

OVERCOME, glad to hear the cookies were good. A little more agave nectar goes a long way-it's fun to experiment with it. I had the same question about the ice cream, I'll try to find out if there is an answer to that question. How did the new sneaker testing go tonight?? Thanks for sending in a donation. I am writing Suzanne tonight and will mention it to her. Haven't heard from VIV yet, probably tomorrow or Thursday, meeting Friday late afternoon.

GUESSWHO-chat at 9:15pm EST on Thursday!!!!

RAPTURE, thanks for letting us know the salmon cakes were good! I don't remember who posted it (maybe me), but it's always nice to have someone else make a recipe from the board and enjoy it. Try the crustless spinach quiche, it's wonderful!!!

It's time for bed, I'm pooped! See you all in the morning for WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!! Good luck to all!

Debbie
194/132/129
Miami, FL

Hey Friends!!! Happy Tuesday evening to everyone. Had a good day. Stayed on plan. I love being solidly planted on the wagon. Shouldn’t brag too much lest I falter. I’m so jazzed from this am’s loss and bound and determined to have it be that for WIW. Am excited already about waking up tomorrow. Somebody please slap me . . . this ain’t normal. The best part about the loss is that TOM is lurking right around the corner. Could be here any minute. And I feel bloated and full. So once it gets rolling that minus two will probably stick firm.

FILLISE---I agree with you . . . there is a LOT of HARD WORK going on at this board. It is really inspiring me to do the best job I can do and be true to the program. And true to myself. Congrats on the big loss!!! And the size change. You must feel great. Are you asking yourself, who was that person wearing those other sizes?????

GATOR---Okay, who’s the greatest coach??? I’ll play ignorant. YOu know, I went to college right outide of JC, TN. Maybe I knew him. (or her)

BLOND---So glad to hear you feel back on track. Sometimes we just have to give in and vent. I sure am “the queen” of pity parties . . . at least in our house!!! I think it’s wonderful that you feel like telling the board what’s going on. I LOVE OPEN HONEST COMMUNICATION!!! And that’s certainly what we have here. I also loved your thoughts on the morning. It really is liberating to know that with each day you get to try again. A fresh new start!!!

BEACH---Glad you had a good time in Atlanta. Don’t think twice abou the Olive Garden. Who could resist those bread sticks. I know I sure would have a hard time passing them by.

MARGARET---Boyfriend Steve sounds like he’s got it made. You are really giving him a great meal tonight. I, too, hope he stays on it with you. My dh is trying to do the plan, but he caves pretty easily. Tonight some ritz crackers and peanut butter were calling his name. Poor deprived creature!!!

AMSER---I knew we had a lot in common. I too was not blessed with the cleaning fairy gifts. I hate to clean, but love a clean house. Talk about an exercise in frustration. Tonight dh and I came home and wizbang cleaned up before we let ourselves have dinner. That worked pretty well. Thanks for the kind words. You are too sweet. I’m glad weighing in everyday works for you. I feel exactly the same way. Knowing I have to go get on the scales and knowing that I did really well the previous day makes it easier to get up and out of bed.

DEB---Glad your eyes are better. That can be scarey. Once in college I went to a Pink Floyd concert in Cleveland and left my contacts in all night. Dumb move. The next day my dyds were so swollen. I could hardly open them. My dad grated up white potatoes and made poltuses (spelling?) for each eye. The swelling and redness and pain all went away in about 45 minutes. It was the strangest thing. If I every have eye strain or anything wrong with my eyes I always do that. The only problem now is that on SB I don’t have any of the evil white potatoes in the house!!! Hey, I lost my tazo tea bag you gave me. Bummer, huh? I couldn’t remember the name, so I’m glad you mentioned it to LDBLOND. I’m going to go get some this week. Hey, come for dinner anytime!!! You’re always welcome. What’s Tom Bodette say . . . we’ll leave the light on.

RODEOMOM---WELCOME TO THE BOARD!!! I’m so glad you decided to stop in and stay a while. We really are great fun and there is so much SB knowledge flowing through these people. You’ll just be an expert before you know it. Do you have the SB book? Or have you read it? That’s my suggestion . . . read it and read it again. I still had lots of questions and everybody was great at answering them. Hey, about the bread--BE CAREFUL. Everything that says whole wheat isn’t necessarily that. They kind of tell fibs and you have to look at the ingredients slowly. Somebody turned me on to the Pepperidge Farm 100% Stone Ground Whole Wheat Bread. They have two different kinds of that. And it’s easy to get at the regular grocery store. I also enjoy the Ezekiel Sesame bread. This I buy at the health food store or the natural food store. It’s good, but only when it’s toasted. That’s just my opinion. We all have different amounts to lose and we’ll be there with you every step of the way. Can’t wait to celebrate with you on your first weigh in loss. Are you a fan of the PBR? I love those guys. Watch them every Sunday night if they are on??? Just wondering because of your name.

RHROO---Glad you are doing better. Just hang in there and be patient with yourself. That’s a great idea to ask the dr your questions. I guess I shouldn’t complain about our weather since you still have THAT MUCH snow on the ground. Sister, I feel for you. LOL about Frog’s coconut bra. That might be a good prize for all of us who make it to goal!!!! Then when we have our big SB extravaganza convention, we could all wear them. HA!!! Hey, will you take your SB book with you to the drs?

ROSALIE---Thanks for posting the WW recipe. I may experiement with my sister in law this weekend. They are coming over here for a couple of days and she loves being in the kitchen. Your timing is PERFECT!!!

VR---Glad to hear from you!!! Where you been, Girl??? I still don’t understand why ferrets are illegal. Seems silly to me. They certainly don’t look dangerous. Good to know that your new “little pumpkin” is doing well. That’s funny how they come up with all these really smart things. Many years ago we had Maddie enrolled in Obedience classes. We would get up and go every Saturday morning. From that time on EVERY TIME I put my tennis shoes on, she gets excited. It’s funny. I guess she still relates them to the walks we take now, but I have to laugh at her habits. Sounds like “Piggy” is training you well, too. For my sweet tooth I enjoy a glass of chocolate milk made from ff milk and chocolate syrup made by sweet and Low. Yes, it’s got nutrasweet, but I’ve cut way back on that so figure I’ll allow myself a little in that drink. It’s also very filling and serves as an extra calcium boost.

SPARKLE---I know what you mean about obsessing for what you aren’t suppose to have. It’s like saying, “Don’t think about the pink elephant.” and what’s the first picture that comes into your mind. I’m glad you brought up the carrots issue. Because I didn’t know that they were higher when cooked. I used to eat them all the time (being an old Weight watcher who used to get orange hands from peeling so many at one time), but I truthfully haven’t bought any since January when I started SB. Just like with the white potatoes I don’t even think about them anymore.

OVERCOME---I think I have the oatmeal cookie recipe from SB for Life. I’ll look for it and try to post it. I made them way back in January when I knew nothing and was eager to spend time in the kitchen baking. I had to do some switching (changed chunks of choc) to pecans and we really liked them. I’ll try and find it for you. I need to buy that book and have it on hand.

OVERCOME---I hope Pete’s able to find the Wileys. You’ll love it. I made some last week and it was too wonderful. I had to stop with Scarlett Feather and read my mystery book for book club. Our meeting is next Tuesday and I’m afraid I won’t have it finished. (I spend too much time in the evenings on the board. HA!) I’ll get back to SF as soon as I’m finished with this.

Where's BOB & CHERI??? Did I miss something??? Did they get notes saying they were allowed to be absent???? Hi girls (in case you are lurking).

Must confess that I’m having difficulty completing the poll this week. Am really ashamed to post the truth. Ick!!! Must make myself do it. Maybe by getting it on record, I’ll get my big butt up and moving.

Have a great rest of the night. I’m getting ready to hit the hay.

Take care.
Kim
185/174/139

I'm excited about my new plan because now I have to be creative in my exercise routine and my food!

Exercise

I haven't gotten up early enough yet to make my breakfast and lunch and get in an hour of cardio at the gym. I've been getting up at 6:15 and need to get up at 5:30 to get everything done. So I do a half hour, dash madly to work with wet hair, hang my soaking workout clothes in the spare room to dry, and then go back to finish up my hour after work. I'm thinking of ways that I could vary my cardio routine and add some social interaction too! A few ideas:


Rollerblading for an hour, taking a couple breaks until I get better!
Joining a hiking club. There is a group in our area that only charges a $2 donation and does a different hike every Sunday. I was all set to go last week but of course I didn't get up in time. ;)
Getting involved with the Bicycle League here in Hawaii.
Speaking of bikes, attempting that hill, I mean ferocious mountain, behind my house.
Doing organzed runs. I've already made a commitment to myself to do one every two months.
Swimming...I'm not much on swimming but with the beautiful weather we have here, it doesn't hurt to try!
....and of course, dressing up and dancing all night!


Food

We go through a familiar routine here at work. "I don't know what I want to eat for lunch. What are you eating?" "I don't know....I'm tired of everything around here." So I got into a serious rut....either Jack in the Box or a fatty bento (Japanese box lunch). Of course I kept vowing to make and bring my lunch, and I did...sometimes.

So now I'm searching my lil' brain for ways to add variety. I've been going nutzoid at our two health food stores. Some items on my list (maybe there are others here who are grocery cart voyeurs!) :


Textured vegetable protein
Oat bran
Soy milk (unsweetened)
Almonds
Almond butter
Brown Cow plain whole milk yogurt (cream on the top, very yummy indeed, if it's "illegal" I'm sure somebody will scream! ;) )
9-grain cereal for bread
Agave nectar as previously mentioned
Whole wheat flour
Uncle Sam Cereal....not bad...it's definitely not a trigger food! ;) At $3.50 for five servings it's not going to be a staple in my cupboard.


Okay gotta run to the gym!

Hugs,

Chris

Good evening fellow SBers!

I had a very tiring long day today but it's over and tomorrow I can get back to my normal routine.

Kim: Glad to hear that your scales are two pounds down. That's great! I too hope that it stays that way or even less for WIW. Your charting method sounds really good. That way you can actually see if you've had any loss during the whole week. (And you get to get on the scales everyday :) )

Frog: You know I am a real lover of cheese too. I should probably follow your example and eat it only once a day. I am also re-reading the SB Book to make sure that I'm not eating something that I shouldn't.

Fillise: I love asparagus too. I could eat it everyday. And fresh seafood. Sounds heavenly! And I definitely doing a happy dance for you and your new size 22s. Congratulations! and keep it up.

Idblond: Glad to hear that you're back on track and starting out this day with 40 reps on your abslider. I saw it advertised on TV. Is it really hard to do? I thought about getting one.

Beach: Sounds like you had a wonderful day at Six Flags with your family and congratulations on staying the same while on vacation.

MargaretA: You're right it does make a big difference when others in you household are following this WOE. My mom doesn't want to (she tried it for a couple of days). She likes sugar way too much and doesn't want to hear about it being addictive.

Amseraphim: I like your little exercising person. I'm like you, cleaning house is not my forte either, but ... a girl has to do, what a girl has to do. Right :)

Debbie: I have a question. For a SB snack what would be the best thing to have? Fruit, a couple of triscuits with cheese, celery with cream cheese, etc. I wasn't really sure if it would be better to eat something like a carb or protein? I know that some people eat nuts. They always make me go way up in fat for the day though. I'm keeping my fingers, toes, etc crossed for those 3 more pounds to disappear for you so you'll be at your goal.

RodeoMom: Welcome! You will get nothing but support here. It's great. Everyone is very helpful and very motivating. If you have questions, just ask.

Rhoo: Sorry to hear about the tummy upsets at your house. Hope it doesn't last long. Good luck at the Dr. tomorrow. I hope you get some answers.

Bee: Sugar used to never be much of a problem for me until the last couple of years. It seems that as I get older the more and more I crave it. This WOE really helps me to not want those things so much. However, chocolate does call me occassionally :D But.... you can have some SB legal chocolate occasionally.

Rosalie: Congratulations on your swimming (32 lengths). I love to swim. Can't wait until it's warm here. We only have outdoor pools.

VR: I've never had Spaghetti Squash. It sounds interesting. How do you prepare it. Do you just cut it in half and put it in the oven? ????

Chris: I liked your tip to put everything that is off program into one cupboard and not open it.

Ashley: Glad you PB cookies turned out ok. I would have probably eaten more than I should have it I made them though. I hope that you new shoes work out for you. I have such a hard time getting shoes to fit me properly. My right foot has a flatter arch than my left and I get tendonitis in it frequently. Anyway, I went through 4 pairs of shoes (and lots of money) until I got these.

GuessWho: I know that you must be excited to get your book to read. I felt the same way when I was starting the SB woe. If you need questions answered, your friends here on this board will help you out. Don't be afraid to ask.

Laurie: Congratulations on your loss. You must be very proud of yourself. Keep up the great work (and it is very hard work). You will have many more successes down the road.

Hope everyone has a great WIW

Cheri
287/273.5/145

Wow! This group is getting bigger all the time. Haven't had time to post lately, but have been trying to keep up on the reading.

Welcome to the newbies. If you can stick with this WOE, you will lose pounds. You can't dwell on "all the things I CAN'T eat" but need to remind yourself of all the things I CAN eat. No more living on Bugs Bunny food. Good, sensible, nutritious foods. And just think of how you will soon look and feel! Just think of all the new-found (or found again) energy you will have.
And, you will want to actually stand in front of the full length mirror that you have avoided for so long.

I was close to having a panic attack about not having any more Coke on the day I decided that SB was what I needed to do. Since starting SB onFeb. 5 I have had some 2 - 3 times but it doesn't taste near as good as I remembered and I don't crave it like I used to.

I am feeling so proud of myself for being able to lose 16.5 pounds so far. That is what makes it all worthwhile. I just take it one day at a time. 3.5 pounds to go until I hit 200 - a small victory, but in a way a big one. I'm going to have to go buy some new clothes!!! A friend at work called me "baggy pants", and you know, she was right. My watch and rings are constantly turning around, too.

My DH is supportive which helps a lot. I haven't got him totally switched yet, but if he has to buy a snack that I shouldn't have, he hides it so I won't be tempted. Even my son did that while home on spring break from college.

Gotta quit. I was only going to be on the computer for a very short time after getting home from work at midnight. Just looked at the time and it is now 2:20 AM.

Good morning everyone.

Lana
220/203.5/150

Good Wednesday Morning Everyone!:wave:

Just a quickie to remind everyone it's WEIGH IN WEDNESDAY!!!

Here's the link to post your WIW info onto:


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=3502

Be back on later after I take Michael to school and my walk.

Have a wonderful day!!!

Debbie
194/13?/129
Miami, FL

Good morning everyone!!!

Well, scales say I'm still holding at 174 today. That gives me a two pound loss from where I was last week. Puts me to a total of 11. Feeling good.

Hey, ROSALIE, I finally got the old crock pot out last night. I'm making stroganoff tomorrow for my brother and his family who are coming to visit. So I bought two chuck roasts and cut up some onion and cooked those babies all night. Mmmmm. The smell this morning when I awoke was wonderful. I swear that right now Roast Beef is sounding pretty acceptable as a breakfast idea. Ha!!!! I just use the stroganoff recipe out of the Betty Crocker Cookbook. It's so yummy. Naturally, it will be served over ww noodles and I'll use ww flour in the sauce.

Gotta go hit the shower. Slept terribly again last night. TOM better get here soon or I'm going to be so tired I'll be forced to have a crying jag.

Talk to you tonight.
Hope WIW is good to all of you.
Kim
185/174/139

Good Wednesday morning everyone :)

No loss to report to-day - up one pound from last week. :mad: But it is still one pound less than it was yesterday! I had a bad eating day yesterday so surprised it even went down the one pound from yesterday. Plan on staying on the wagon to-day.

MargaretA - I'd never heard of freezing grapes before but it sounds interesting. I'll have to give it a try.

VR - It's nice that you take the time to take your neighbour for a walk. I am sure she appreciates it.

Rapture - I posted the recipe for the Salmon Cakes if it is from the March Recipe Board. Glad you liked them.

Kim - I used to chart my weight the same as you, maybe I should start doing it that way again. I hate it when I lose a couple of pounds during the week and then it goes up again before the next weigh in. This way it should show a little loss for the week. Would be better for the morale. Could you post the recipe for the Betty Crocker Beef Strogonoff. I tried a couple of recipes for strogonoff at my son's request but didn't think too much of them. Glad to hear you maintained your two pound loss for WIW.

Country - Congrats on the loss. Sounds like you have made a fabulous start to SB.

Have to dash to get in my 2 Mile Walk before breakfast.

Have a good SB day everyone :)

Marie.

hey there everybody! I am a best bud of RodeoMom and told her about this place. I have been chatting at 3fatchicks for about 3 years now and I just love it - it is the only place that I chat. I have also decided to start doing SugarBusters but I am working my way into it :). I have a real busy weekend ahead of me and plan to start on Monday morning even tho I am getting very little sugar at this point.

Don't remember the last time I posted on the boards but I think I will start checking in and posting on the SugarBuster boards and see if I can get some good ideas.

Do any of yall ever chat in the chatroom? Sure would love to chat with you there!

Have a great sugar free day!

Cathy

Me again!:wave:

Got in my walk of 4.5 miles, such a beautiful day here again today! Came home to hear VIV had called from Orlando, so I called her back. Looking forward to meeting her Friday afternoon-she sounds like a lot of fun. She's having a good time and seeing lots of Disney. They are leaving there Friday morning to go to Boca Raton. She mentioned she called her Father yesterday and it was confirmed that he has lung cancer:( They don't know yet how bad it is, but hopefully, it's something they can treat easily and it hasn't spread. I'm sure once she gets back home she'll learn more. For the most part, she said she's been able to stay on plan and she's feeling good.:)

I wanted to let you all know that I am truly convinced that I have truly conquered my chocolate problems for good. Having not eaten any for 11 1/2 months was a big accomplishment, most of that due to fear of what would happen if I did, and knowing I had 8 or more bars of SB legal chocolate in the house, that was surely a test of my endurance and determination to make it no the center of my world. But, since I started having some a few weeks ago, it's just hasn't been the issue that I thought it would be, or should I say, was afraid it would be. If I have some, I have some, less than what I am allowed, usually a 1/4 ounce. But last night, I went to have a square and it took me about 20 minutes to finish it. I licked that little square while I held onto it with a napkin (otherwise it melts so easily). I enjoyed that little square immensely, and over such a long time, where I could of easily thrown the entire piece into my mouth. Afterwards, I was content and had not desire for any more-THIS, to me, is a great accomplishment!!!:spin:

QUILTER, CONGRATS on the 2lbs, you go girl!! So, do I take it from your post yesterday that you are the lone person on the board who doesn't exercise?? Hey, if so, can you imagine how the weight would peel off you if you did SOMETHING??

SPARKLE, sounds like you have a lot of great things to do there for exercise, and with such gorgeous settings, I'm sure exercising in Hawaii must be not only breathtaking, but enjoyable. BROWN COW is fine, just watch your fats aren't too high in your daily intake. You are paying a lot for the Uncle Sams, is everything that high there? How much was your agave nectar, I pay $2.69 a bottle.

CHERI, honestly, with snacking, if I am REALLY hungry I'll eat something filling. Remember, I eat all day long, so if it's mid afternoon and I get hungry, I may eat some turkey with cheese rolled into a lettuce leaf. If I just feel I want a little something, maybe fruit, 2 cookies, some pretzels, nuts, pb on a cracker-nothing defining, just whatever hits my mood. Don't worry about the fats, as long as you are keeping within your range, nuts are great for you! But, will they satisfy your hunger, or are you just looking to munch a little-if it's much, go ahead, but for hunger, I would try something more filling. Go by how you are feeling, is it hunger or boardom??

COUNTRY, glad to see you back on the board:) WOW, 4lbs more and you'll be UNDER 200! That's wonderful! We'll all be doing a happy dance for you when you hit it!

ROSALIE, you know that the other pound will come back off quickly, and one day of not staying totally on plan sure didn't make you go up. It's so weird how funny our bodies can be with the ups and downs. I wonder if guys have this problem. :?: Hope you got in your 2 miles today-is it still as cold as yesterday??

CATHYCATHY, WELCOME TO THE BOARD and thanks for pointing RODEO in our direction!:) Have you gotten the SB book yet? Let us know what questions you have, if any. Yes, we do a scheduled chat on Thursday nights at 9:15pm, so I hope you can join us. Hmmm, we have another CATHY on the board-guess we are going to have to figure out a way to distinguish you both, as she goes by CATHY H!:eek:

Well gals, I must fly for the day. Have a wonderful day, and I'll check in with you all later on today/tonight!

Debbie
194/131.5/129
Miami, FL

Here's another picture of us beauties in Naples!!!

Good Morning Everyone!

It is so good to see everyone's losses. This WOE is fantastic.

Country: You are doing great. 16.5 lbs since Feb 5. You're right this woe is the best. We should keep our minds on the positive .... all the good nutritious things that we can eat.

Kim: Congratulations on your 2 lb loss. And your roast beef is getting me " Rumblie in my Tumblie" :D I really do love red meat. Think I'll be able to stay a partial Veggie and just eat chicken and fish?

Rosalie: I'm going to have to try those Salmon Cakes. I love Salmon. I have to tell you though that when I was a kid my mom would make salmon cakes. I loved them and then when she was opening the can one time I saw all of those roundish white bones and thought they were "Teeth". I wouldn't eat it again until I was an adult :o

CathyCathy: Welcome and I hope you'll be able to join in our chat on Thursday 9:15.

Debbie: Congratulations on your loss and on your conquering your cravings for chocolate. I guess that I would say 85% of the time when I want to eat, I want to do so out of boredom. I know, that's not good. I've been trying to listen to my body and eat only when I'm hungry. It's really difficult to break old habits, but I'm trying. The picture is great! Just think of the picture we could post if/when we ALL get to get together.

Till Later

Cheri
287/273/145

But this means Spring Break is half over! :cry:
It's been nice to have the time to read more of this site. I can't believe I just stumbled on it by accident while reading some other BB that had posted the addy. I can't even remember which BB it was.

Deb, how do you do it? You must be a saint to be able to control chocolate like that. I don't even know the legal brands, and try to avoid finding out! I think it must be a worse addiction than cigarettes, because I kicked those!

I know everyone is tired of hearing about my "once in a decade" bread making adventure, but IT TURNED OUT GREAT! The texture, the taste, the smell...it wasn't even that much trouble. Steve liked it a lot too, but I only sent home a little piece for his breakfast this morning. Don't want to tempt him to go off plan his first week of really SBing. :angel:

I'm getting ready for my weekend in Baton Rouge, I am really concerned about sticking to the plan while there. Everything illegal is going to be in my face the whole time. I'll look for the fish and green veggies at dinner, but turning down a shrimp poboy might be too much for this old gal.

Have a great day of eating and working!

Good Wednesday morning to all. I will only post a bit. My mind is going in a million different driections with all the wedding hooplah :spin: I have cleaning and what not to do so I haven't done my regular morning TM ritual today. I will try to do it during the day, or tonight.

Well, IF I am reading the scale right, I am down 1 1/2lbs :D 127 1/2 It's not much, but it's a loss. When things calm down after the weekend, I will buckle down and forge on into new territory.

I am SO HAPPY for all the losses. >Giving you gals a pat on the backs< When I get a few more chores done, I will try to get back and read posts, etc....
I hope it continues to be a good WIW for everyone.

I have been wondering....If you eat off plan, say you have white rice and a dinner roll at a meal....How long does that screw you up? Is it better to go right back on plan, or can you just blow off that whole day? I'm hoping it doesn't mess up your body for the whole day, but once the insulin flows, when does it stop? I'll bet this is in the book, isn't it? But I found that book to be so boring and technical, that I just kind of skimmed a lot of it. In fact, I borrowed the book and gave it back. Maybe I should buy it, hmmmmmm?:?:

Got my morning walk in today. Just getting back into regular walking so I'm going by time not by distance. I figured I would start out at 30min and work my self up to 45 - 60. Once I'm there I'll start tracking my distance again. Listening to a program on walking and CV exercize, it was said that the amount of time you spend walking is more important than the distance. I'm assuming in order to burn more calories, the more ground you cover in a shorter amount of time is the key.

Sounds like Viv is having fun at Disney.. We're thinking about going to the new Disney California Adventure in June. Someday we would like to finally make it to Florida... considering the humidity, what is the best time of year? We don't deal with humidity here, so when we experience it - we melt!!


I did taste the "Carbolite" chocolate crisp bar.. a bar has 2 servings @ Calories 36, Fat 2g, Sat Fat 1.5,
Choles 2mg, Sodium 12mg, Total Carb 0.4g , Sugars 0g, Protein 1g.... It tastes "airy". Like anything else in this world that tries to mimic something good, it is unfulfilling in that your not getting that "real" taste that you crave.
Okay in a pinch but would not make a habit of spending $1.99 for "fluff".

Gotta run.. will talk to you all later..:angel:

Hey Ladies,

It's good to back amongst you all. I've been out of pocket the past several days.

I'm proud of all you and your accomplishments!
Great job everyone!!!

Glad to see all my Louisiana folks on the board. It's a great motivation for me to know that there are folks nearby that are going through this as well!
GEAUX LOUISIANA!!!!

As some of you know I don't weigh myself very often so I don't have anything to report for Weigh In Wednesday! However I do "feel" there are some changes taking place with my body. I will weigh on the 1st of April. That will be my one month anniversary on the SB plan.

Deb: I stand amazed at your daily reports of how many (and how quickly) miles you walk. I aspire to be like you!
As a matter of fact, when I grow up I want to be just like you!!! I have acheived 1.3 miles the past 4 days with no back pain! YES!!!!

I liked the Kashi cereal. I can't believe that something so healthy actually taste good. It has fulfilled my craving for the cereals I use to be addicted to. However, I hear Kellogs may have to retire Tony the Tiger since I quit buying frosted flakes! I did support him financally!!! I'm trying to hunt down some different kinds of Kashi. It's difficult. Baton Rouge doesn't have a wealth of health food stores!!!

There is no turning back for me. I feel as though the first month has been like a "boot camp" experience. I have went through the prosess of learning to drink water and now it's part of my daily routine. It's second nature now. I have worked through the aches and pains of beginners walking and now I'm finding that walking a mile is no big thing! Also, my cravings for sweets has diminshed if not completely gone. I use to could not make it through a meal unless I had something sweet to balance or nutralize the taste in my mouth. But not anymore.All this has taken 28 days to do!

So when I say there's no turning back, what I mean is that I don't want to have to go back and start over getting use to the above mentioned things! I've been through my boot camp and periods of adjustment and it worked! I'm happy, my body is happy, Bogart is happy and all God's childen are happy!

Thanks to all you ladies for your support. DEB, thanks for running a board where EVERYONE is excepted and everyone is so supportive.

See you later,
StarChaser

Hi, this is just a quickie

MargaretA - If you go off plan the best thing to do is go right back on plan at the next meal. Eating one meal off plan shouldn't mess up the whole day. You need sugar in your blood for the insulin to flow. If you don't feed your system more sugar then the insulin should get back to normal. It is a good idea to read the SB book if you want to understand the theories behind this woe. Another book I would recommend is Michel Montignac's "Eat Yourself Slim". This is the book that was the forerunner to SB. I found it much easier and more interesting to read.

I got my 2 MILE WALK video done this morning. I plan on going to see the movie FINDING FORRESTER this afternoon and then go straight to badminton. May go out for lunch first, after doing a bit of shopping.

Bye :wave:

Marie.

Thanks everyone for making me feel so welcome. And so good to see so many home folk from Louisiana.

Thanks for all the info on the bread, hopefully this way of shopping will click soon.

QUILTER: My daugther is the big PBR fan. We watch every Sunday nite too. But the name comes from my daugther, who rodeos. She is a barrel racer, pole bending, goat tying little thing! Almost all my weekends are spent at the horse shows!

MargaretA: I agree with you on the book. I found in boring too! Maybe I'll have to sit down with a highlighter and make some serious notes.

Hey Cathy!!!! Day 2 and still going! I did make the brown rice last nite and it was Good... Even the stubborn ole hubby ate it with no complaints!

I guess I better get weighed so I will know were I am headed...since Wednesday is weight day!!

Have a great day Everyone

Usually I'm too stubborn to go along with these things but Weigh in Wednesday is such a great idea! Especially since everybody is so supportive and non-competitive. I usually go for one of two extremes: never weighing myself or jumping on the scale every day and obsessing. So once a week will be a good balance!

Down 1.5 yipee!!!!!!

Jan 00: 194
Aug 00: 155
Jan 01: 172 (post-holiday blues and bloats)
Last week: 164
This morning: 162.5

What is most important: I feel I have control over this now.

Today's little emergency: a client brought in a huge box of fresh, hot malassadas. For the non-Hawaiians out there, those are Portuguese things that are kinda like donuts but ten times as good, at least when they are hot. More eggy and somebody forgot to put a hole in them. ;) At first, I was positively swooning from the smell but the emergency has passed and it helps to know that I just don't eat those things. No agonizing necessary.

I had a really rough night. Roomie and I had a tiff, the details of which aren't important. The main thing is that I'm having a hard time controlling my emotions. Especially NOW when I'm not using food, cigarettes, alcohol and/or sex to numb my emotions as I've done in the past. So although it was a little thing, it touched a nerve, or played on my deepest fears, and I couldn't stop crying for the rest of the night. How embarassing ugh. ;) But I have been through this before and I know things will get better as I get used to this new way of life and (be creative!) find other ways to handle my anxieties.

More later....

Love,

Chris

Not much new to report here. Just figured I'd get on the board and do a few replies:)

CHERI, CONGRATS on that 1/2 pound!! If you are eating out of boredom, most likely, whatever you eat isn't gonna satisfy you. Try making a milk shake with some berries (Montignac says berries are okay with food). I do that once in a while, and that's filling. Or, just down a liter of water. I eat small meals, so I really never feel too hungry. I usually feel like a piece of fruit, like an apple or pear, fills me up. Geez, I'd love for us all to get together-that would be so much fun!!!

MARGARET, far from a saint, more like a little :devil: LOL!! Chocolate is my worst nightmare. I use to eat at least a couple candy bars every day when I had my craft store, and then afterwards even. I'd much rather have candy, ice cream or cookies than something nutritious. BUT, when I decided to start SB, I knew it was all or nothing. Tried everything else just about and I know how I am, if I cheat once, I'm a gonner-I keep cheating. So, I decided to be strict with my self and follow this WOE to the T-and here I am, over a year later, and almost at goal. It's the desire to want something soooo bad that you won't let anything or anyone stand in your way. The desire to lose the weight was much more than any desire I may of had for chocolate, or something else not on plan. Glad to hear about your bread coming out-I love smelling bread baking in a home-you sure won't smell that in my house!!! To answer your question with my 2 cents...I would say the one meal will not kill you, but I sure wouldn't make it an all day afair. I can't tell you how it would effect you, but one meal shouldn't have a long term effect-but if you do it all the time, that's another story. You have to remember, once you detox your body from all this garbage, when you re-introduce it, it wonders what's going on. I made a pie with a lot of Splenda in it once, it had such an effect on me with the scale going up-I would never do that again! Always ask if there is an alternative to rolls and white rice-and go from there.

VR, thanks for doing the Carbolite Review for us-I'll stick to the real stuff!:lol: Best time to come to FL is December through February. Keep up the walking, doesn't it make you feel great?!?

AMSER, not much, 1.5 pounds is great! Congrats!

STAR, glad to hear you "feel" the clothes are getting bigger, it's nice to go by that then the metal monster! :lol: Grow up-ugh, you make me feel like an old hen!!!! Glad you liked the Kashi, there's lots more things that are good for you and tastes good, just have to find them. I'm impressed at the way you feel about this WOE, you sound like me when I started out-continue that wonderful attitude and you'll do great!!!!

ROSALIE, glad you got in that walk. Hope you enjoy the film, I liked it very much!!! Hope you get in that badminton game. I think you should have a picture taken to post on the board of you playing!!!!

RODEO, you LA gals are keeping this board busy!! If you want to try something different, try to find some Kashi and use it in place of brown rice. Lots of grains are really good and can give lots of different flavors, even wild rice is good!!!

SPARKLE, congrats on your loss-way to go! Don't worry about the tiff, things happen, but nothing is worth screwing up what you are working so hard to achieve-it doesn't make you feel any better afterwards. Great going on not partaking in those thingies!!!

Gonna go pick up Lauren at school, will check in with you all later!!!

Toodles

Debbie
194/131.5/129
Miami, FL

Hi everyone! Boy it is cold up here...lots of the white stuff! I had quite an awful trip. Since Comair is on strike, Delta was overbooked and the flight attendants all had attitude problems. However, I got here safe and sound and my baggage was here too, so I guess I can't complain.

Are they making airline seats smaller or am I getting bigger....LOL

As usual, youall have been busy beavers! I am at my mom's and don't want to be too rude, so I will just respond quickly.

Deb: Geez, you know when I get back I need to e-mail you some menus. I am still not losing. I am maintaining a 3 or 4 pound loss, but can't seem to lose more. I guess it could be the weight training, but I just want to check. It was really cool when I got here, mom had bought ww buns, bread and sour dough bread. It would be really easy to overindulge, but I am trying to be good. My mom is a great cook, but she is interested in the lifestyle so I don't think she will sabotage me.
PS: Great pictures of everyone... like youalways say it is nice having a face to go with a name.

Melf: Wow you are doing great with the walking. Great news about it helping your back. I have some arthritis in my spine, so I can relate to the pain... sucks! I am glad that you are feeling better - a lot of us on the board have gone through it with that bug this year. It hit me hard too. Stay well!

Viv: if you are lurking, I am happy that you are enjoying sunny FL. I am enjoying snowy PA too - I guess it is always nice to be in weather you miss. Say hi to Mickey for me.

Rodeo: Hi and Welcome. Guess what, I live on Rodeo Road... ha, ha.... I wonder if it was named after your daughter too? I suggest that you read the book as it will make more sense when you go grocery shopping.


Frog: thanks for answering the question about evil carrots. Some of the sb ratings and what we are allowed still really confuse me. For instance in sb, they say popcorn is evil and an 85 whereas in Glucose Revolution, they say popcorn is good and rate it at a 55 GI... I sure wish we could eat popcorn.. I love it.

Sparkle: I have an insane family too so I can relate. I, however, had the social graces forced down my throat so I rebel when it comes to that. I am staying at my mom's house as we speak, so I will be pretty insane by the end of the week. She has been cool so far though. I send her self help books and tapes and i think some of them are working... LOL.

Ashley: So how is it going with your hubby home nights? I was going to go skiing today, but didn't sleep well last night - first night here - so decided to see if it will be nice later in the week. It may rain tomorrow so I may be out of luck, but who knows.

Quilter: Hi there! Congrats on your continued weight loss... you seem to be able to drop about 2 pounds a week, right? I would love to hear what you eat on typical day.

Fellise: Way to go on your size drop... wooohooo! You must be so proud of yourself... Happy Dance!

Miz Liz: You out there?

Barb: Hiya! I am keeping cool for you up here in Pa - what other wanna be blonde comes to Pa during the nicest week in central florida.... LOL
No offense to blondes out there, this is just a private joke between Barb and I regarding my airheadiness!

Bee: Welcome! :big smile:

Asph: How is your mission work going? I have always been interested in mission work, but never seem to get out and do it. I guess I have no excuse! I commend you for all that you do... and your little size too!! LOL

Well, better go! Talk to you all later. :wink:

Annette
200/197 on mom's scale/140 :roll eyes:

WOW what a ton of wonderful posts ..I will have to come back later to read them all as have to go out this morning and need to hurry.

Just want to say Im down another 1 lb so in my first week of this WOE Ive lost 3 lb.

160/157/125

P.s. and I found tucked away in a box under the bed a book all about the Glycemic Index so I cant drag my nose out of that .

Thanks to all of you who gave me their idea of when to walk. So I will continue to walk before breakfast, except on work days when I will do afternoons. That will work until the heat of summer gets too bad, then I'll have to figure something else out.

BEE, Welcome to the board! Sounds like you've taken the necessary steps to make the changes you need to do. You will find lots of good info & support from really wonderful ladies here on this board.

RodeoMom, Welcome neighbor!! So glad you found us! No, we don't eliminate ALL sugars from this plan, but sure do cut them wherever possible. You will be amazed at all the foods that ARE allowed on this WOE (way of eating) You will also find lots of support here.

QUILTER, I was just watching Leslie's infomercial right before reading your post! Is that the walking tape that you do? It sounds like something I could do in here even after I get home from work & on days like today when it's raining! Do you have the 2lb hand balss also? Also, LOVED the pic of the group that Debelli posted! Nice to be able to see ya. :) Really neat story about your FIL & the story they did on his goal. Hey, my DH is the quiet one here too! We have more in common! :)

RHOO, Have you tried to figure out WHY you cheat? Is it because you're really hungry or because you are stressed about something else & you just take it out on yourself? Most of the times when I cheat it's exactly that...I'm upset about something & I get upset with myself about how I handled the situation or whatever I said or did. If it's hunger or cravings, like Debbie made me realize, eat more protein. Eat a whole chicken if you have to, just eat enough so you don't crave the bad stuff. Sorry to hear about your Aunt's passing. Keep in touch!

FILLISE, oooooooh, to be on vacation! Can't wait for our time. Hope you have a good one. Sounds like your attempts at staying OP are paying off! Great that you have found such wonderful support from your family. But then I'm sure that they want what's best for you, so it couldn't be any other way...right? Congrads on that smaller size...Great work!!

ROSALIE, glad to hear you doing ok. What walking video do you do? That is great that you have a place to swim & do badmitten(probabley spelled wrong...hehehe). WOW! those sure are cold temps in your neck of the woods! I'm cold here, & it's in the 40"s!! I would not survive your weather. :nono:

SPARKLESCAMP, Sounds like you're doing a complete over-haul! I agree, sometimes we have to make major changes in our lives for the rest of our changes to fit in. If we feel good about ourselves, then we are more likely to succeed.

AMSERAPHIM, Way to go girl, stick to your plan with the TM, even if it has to be at a different time of day. WOW! 127.5! that is really great. You'll look fine in that dress.

LAMAP, yes, I know how it is to have to be at work so early in the mornings. I get up at 5am on work days, so there's just no way to walk then, but as tired as I usually am on those days, I can usually get out there & walk when I get home around 4. Of course, when DST comes around, it will be easier to walk later I think. You are doing great with your lose!!! 50 lbs is NOTHING TO SHAKE A STICK AT!!! :smoking: Where abouts is Port Charlotte??

lDBLOND, we all need to whin & let things out once in a while...you're allowed..there, don't you feel a little better now? :) Hey, I drink nothing but decaf & it's so much better on my stomach. Why don't you give that a try? It's just as good or better than caffine coffee for me.

FROG, thanks for the tid-bit about cheese consumption. That is very good advise to remember. Hey, I have a friend that teaches at Chapel Hill University. Are you near there?? We went to school together in Waco, Texas back in the 5th grade & have kept up with each other all these years.

BEACHFAN, glad to hear you had a nice trip & that you're maintaining even with that side trip to Olive Garden.

MARGARET, glad to hear BF is doing SB with you. My DH enjoys the SB plan & the results he's seeing in me...:lol: I know that you & Steve will too. To save an image to use here, you need to save it to your hard drive. I put all mine in a folder I added to My Documents. Then you have to upload them to your post where it says "browse"

DEBELLIi, Doesn't it just put you out of sorts when our children misbehave? My mother use to say "When your children are small they walk on your feet, but when they're older, they'll walk on your heart." This has always seemed to be true for me. It does get better though after they leave their teen years behind. Thinking of you!

Be back later to try to finish reading & posting. :wave:

Hello everyone!:wave: I am a former Somersizer. I just got tired of the food combining, so I am used to this WOE. I just received my SB book from Amazon, and I do have a few questions. I noticed in the book that they don't give portion sizes. Do you use the standard portion sizes, like 1/2 c. rice or pasta, 1 oz. of cereal, 1 cup berries, etc.? Also they tell you not to use salad dressings with added sugar, but then they tell you not to eat anything with more than 3 gm. of sugar. Since the salad dressings I use have 1 or 2 gm of sugar, may I continue using them? They suggested that when you eat fruit you eat it alone, but in the 14 day menu plan, they had fruit with cereal. Can I have fruit on my cereal? If any of you can give me a typical day's eating, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you. Aleka

Hi, I'm new also, but have been doing SB for a while now. Here is my typical day's food.
Breakfast: 2 scrambled eggs
1 piece of whole wheat toast, buttered

Snack: apple

Lunch: Salad from a bag with Cardini's Caesar
dressing. It will have chunks of grilled
chicken or ham or tuna.

Snack: 3 or 4 triscuits with cheese

Dinner: Usually chicken or some kind of lean meat
Steamed broccoli, asparagus, zucchini, or
some veggie
Salad again
Baked sweet potato or brown rice, or 1
whole wheat bread or roll. Not but one of
these starchy things!

Sometimes I will have bacon for breakfast, but not too often. The key seems to be limiting breads, rice, and sweet potatoes. The reason they don't tell you a portion size is because you should eat reasonable amounts until you feel satisfied. I never combine fruit with any other food, but I know some people do.

Hopefully you will get some other sample menus. Everyone here has been so helpful to me!

Hi everyone -

Guess I've been MIA for awhile. Had a tough Monday and Tuesday and was really suffering with my period over the weekend. Don't have a loss to report this week, but no gain either. I had been going along pretty smugly with this WOE 'cause the weight was coming off kind of painlessly. Until now, that is. I realize it's not the fault of the WOE--it's me making poor choices and getting sloppy. I think part of it was I was hoping to lose another 10 before vacation, and when I realized there was no way that was going to happen, I really went into a funk (the unbalanced hormones don't help, either). But, one day at a time, right? I think I'll be rereading the SB book and some others I have and refreshing my memory at some web sites and try to get that spark going again. I know it's here somewhere! Reading all the posts always helps get me going, too.

Wow, lots of new names again. Welcome, everyone, and glad to have you join this journey. Glad to see you asking the questions 'cause it helps me (also relatively new) to reinforce this WOE!

Keep up the good work everyone--I'm amazed at all the great success stories I read every day!

Karen

EVENING EVERYBUDDY :D

NOT A GOOD WIW FOR BIGO I've been told...and told....and told.....DO NOT EAT BEEF THE DAY BEFORE YOU WEIGH IN I not only ate it the day before, but the day of TOO I'm up tonight 3.6 :nono:
NO BARB, I'M NOT TRYING TO MAKE EXCUSES!
I've been doing sooooooo well lately and hmph!
Oh well...as SCARLET would say TOMORROW IS ANOTHER DAY

Debbie has reminded me that I've been absent without leave SORRY EVERYONE...bad! bad! GIRL!! :lol:

I promise I've read every post, but there is NO WAY I'm going to try and TOP KIM by answering each and every one of them.
One does stick out in my mind though.
CHRIS: I have to tell you that you have got the gift Girl!
You write the most movitating, inspiring things that I've ever read! I WANT TO COME AND LIVE WITH YOU FOR A WHILE!! After a few days with you, there would be NO WAY I would EVER think about CHEATING AGAIN!!
You can bet that yours will be the first one INDUCTED into the PAST AMAZING POST section on Monday!

I'm off to lurk for a while....and pout over this gain.
I'll check back in before settling down to West Wing!

BOB

Evening Gals!:wave:

Well, Eli is on my DOOKIE LIST! He was steaming some milk with the expresso machine he brought home to play with and gave me a sip. It was good, so when he came back again, I went to take another sip, and it was DISGUSTINGLY SWEET! I ran to the sink and spit it out immediately. I washed my mouth out, even garggled (? on sp.) and still had that awful taste in my mouth! I asked him what he put in it, he put SUGAR!:eek: I was mortified!:o I couldn't believe he did that! I asked said "you know I haven't had sugar for a year, what possessed you to give me something with sugar when you KNOW that I wouldn't ever want that! He didn't know what to say-then he got mad and made it sound like it wasn't a big deal. Can you imagine! Men, you wonder where their brains are some times (don't answer that one ladies). He's a great guy, others can attest to that, but boy, I don't know what froze his brain tonight!!!! BIGORANGE, I'm sending him to your house!!!!!!

ANNETTE, glad to hear you made it safe and sound, but the cold, who wants that?!? Hope you don't have trouble getting home now. I'm sure there is something we can figure out when you get back why you aren't losing, it's probably very simple-we'll work it out, don't you worry. Have a wonderful time!!

BEE, CONGRATS! That's a great loss for your first week. The GR book is good, hope you find lots of useful information in it. There are some differences between what Dr. Brand Miller says and what SB says, so keep that in mind. As for the JoknAl, here is their website:

http://www.joknal.co.nz/index.html

MELF, I've got to admit, my kids are really good, and Lauren is such a sweetheart, but she didn't listen to me that night, I was tired and hungry, which made matters even worse-usually I don't have trouble with her or Michael, other than getting them to clean their rooms or clean up after dinner, if that's the worst of my troubles with them, I'll be lucky! I probably over reacted a bit in the case, but ****, once in a blue moon won't kill them!!!

ALEKA, WELCOME TO THE BOARD! Glad you decided to join us. I read both SS books before deciding on SB because of the food combining issue, as well as some of the foods that were not okay to eat on her plan, but were okay on SB. It was just a too complicated for me and a bit more restricting, this is mostly why I chose SB instead. SB does have some flaws in that it doesn't give portion sizes, but as you mentioned, I use per serving sizes, like 1/2 cup rice, 1oz cheese and so on. Even though SB doesn't say to keep track of what you eat, I do, and I think it's very important to do so in the beginning for newbies-the thing I hear the most is that people lose than all of a sudden stop losing, after looking at menus, it's usually that they aren't eating enough. SB rules are anything with 3grams or less of sugar are okay. There are lots of salad dressings without sugar in them, but if need be, keep it 3grams or less per serving. The menu plan in there is more for maintenance. I do the fruit rule. It's not mandatory, but there's good reason behind it. But, in Montignacs book, it says berries are okay with a meal, since they are digested the fastest of all fruits. There are lots of little problems with the SB book, and I wish they'd update it, but that doesn't seem like it will happen-but don't be afraid to continue to ask questions, we are more than happy to help!!! You could put berries on your cereal, if so desired. How long did you follow SS diet, and how much did you lose??

MARGARET, thanks for posting that info-you only eat one fruit a day??

KAREN, hey, congrats on at least not gaining-staying the same or losing is okay. If you haven't read Michael Montigacs book, try to get it at the library, you will find some interesting info in that.

Is anyone going to watch BOOT CAMP tonight??

Well, TOMORROW IS RECIPE DAY so if you have any good SB legal recipes you'd like to share, please, try to post them tomorrow. The link to the MARCH RECIPE BOARD is below:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=2379

There's some wonderful sounding recipes on there, so make sure you check it out. Also, don't forget, TOMORROW IS CHAT NIGHT!!! Come join us in a live chat-it's a lot of fun!!!!

I'll either check back later, or tomorrow morning!

Have a good night everyone!

Debbie
194/131.5/129
Miami, FL

Hi-

Just a short note to check in...

Been meaning to let you all know I put a tbls. of Almond butter in my oatmeal. It was good! I like sugar free maple syrup the best, but the almond butter was a nice alternative!

I emailed Breyer's regarding the sugar content in their vanilla ice cream. Hope to get some good info from them soon! Of course I'll share it here.

So far I've exercised every day this week...two days of aerobics and two days of treadmill. Tomorrow is yoga. These small successes build on themselves don't they? :)

Its such a treat to have Pete DH home at night. He's still trying to adjust to a day schedule so we don't go to bed at the same time yet. It's like heaven when we go to bed at the same time and get up at the same time...being able to cuddle is so nice :)

I tried the Terra Sweet Potato Chips. On a scale of 1 -10 I'd give them a 5. I don't like sweet potatos to begin with!! I liked having something crunchy to munch on though. When this bag is gone I won't be buying another! But I will suggest them to friends who might be interested. They just weren't for me.


Star Chaser..I mix Kashi with Uncle Sam's cereal. Its a nice texture!

Annette2...looks like we're going to be getting LOTS of rain here. Hope you can at least get one day of skiing in! I'll take rain...as long as its not snow!!

I was sorry to hear VIV's dad has lung cancer. It will be especially hard for her being so far away. You will perservere (sp???) VIV. I'll be praying for you VIV and your family.

I sound like a broken record...I LOVE reading all the posts!! I can't respond to everyone but I am so glad you all open your heart here. Its inspiring!


Congrats to all the losers :) Savor the feeling and use it when you are tempted or when you don't feel like exercising. It might just do the trick!!

Good night-
Ashley

PS I'll try to join the chat tomorrow!!

Hey Gals!!! Not much happening around here. My bro and his family are coming tomorrow for a couple of days. So DH and I have been cleaning fools. Ugh!!! But most everything is dusted or in its place. Hey, quick question . . . what should I do if they all want to go to the Happy Buffet while they’re here. It’s this little chinese restaurant right by our house. They don’t have brown rice and I won’t know what to eat. Does anybody have an idea as to what would be good to eat. I used to go an deat all the deep friend stuff but that definitely won’t work. And I know some of the stuff has sugar in it. I’m starting to panic. They really love to eat there and I don’t want to make everybody go somewhere else just because of me.

MARGARET---Hey, I tried the frozen grapes and they were so good that way. Thanks for the tip. Good one!!!! That bunny you attached sure did make me tired while I was reading your post. Wish I had his get-up-and-go. I agree with ROSALIE. Get back on program ASAP. One time I splurged at a mardi gras party . . .couple of drinks, cookies and ice cream. That next week was really torture. My cravings came back with a vengence and it took me a long time to get rid of that “hungry all the time” feeling.

ROSALIE---Sure I’ll be glad to post the BC strog recipe. I really like it and so does my family. Sorry, you’re up. That one pound will fall away soon, probably before you know it.

CATHYCATHY---Welcome, welcome. I’ve never been to LA, but hear it’s the happenin’ place to be. It’s great to have you with us. Hope you plan on staying a while. Besides, any friend of RODEOMOM’s is a friend of mine.

DEB---Thanks for the report on Viv’s father. Sure hope that news doesn’t dampen her spirits too much. Have a great time with her. Be sure and take pictures!!! Way to go on taming the chocolate demon. That has to be such a wonderful feeling to know that it no longer has the hold on you that it once did. Hey, are you busting my chops about my little bit of honest sharing over exercise?????? I can’t see the results of the poll until I vote, so if there is already one person listed then I guess it’s not me!!!! It’s not like I NEVER exercise . . . I just don’t do it with any kind of consistency. I’ll start soon. Probably as soon as I complete the **** poll. Ha!!! You know I’m being silly. But it is the truth about not wanting to put the truth on the poll. What if I bring the stats way down????? Oh, the guilt. (Is my mother lurking????) Sounds like ELI has a big old brain fart. That guy is in the dog house. If her were with it, he’d immediately get himself to a jewelers and to start the forgiveness process rolling.

CHERI---I won’t talk about how great my strog turns out. Wouldn’t want to tempt you. Did you know that I used to be a vegetarian. Stayed on it for about two years, but just gave in one day to a wicked hamburger at my MIL’s house. It’s been down hill ever since.

AMSER---Congrats on the 1.5 loss. I hope I didn’t hear you poopooing a loss of that size. If we all consistently lost just that much weight every week, we’d all be doing the happy dance. And we’d be at goal before we knew it. Keep up the good work. Hope the wedding is a blast! Guess we won’t see you on IM until after the weekend. How is the dress fitting?

STARCHASER---Glad to hear about the transformation that has happened in just the past 28 days. It’s truly amazing. If you guys keep talking about all these miles, I’m going to do it. I’m going to have to join in at some point. Thanks for reminding me of how quickly our bodies adapt to change.

RODEOMOM---I am definitely with your daughter about loving the PBR. Those guys are definitely “hot.” But of course, I watch for the skill. Also we sometimes watch the rodeo. That’s so neat that your daughter does some competition. How cool for you to get to see her do this all the time. I hope she has good luck at the next one. Those barrel racer girls are quick as lightning.

SPARKLE---Congrats on the loss. I enjoyed reading your weight rundown. You have really been working hard. You can tell by your picture that you love life and are really working hard to live to the fullest. I love that you passed on the “whatchmacallits”. Good going. That is inspiration to all of us to just remember that we don’t eat that kind of stuff and there’s no debating about it.

ANNETTE---I asked the same exact question about the airline seats just last month!!!! GEEEESH, give us a break and a little leg and hip room. You’re getting me mixed up with someone else when it comes to consistent weight loss. I gained four pounds on vacation and finally got that and more to come off. I’d been playing around with this WOE for at least a month, but since last week have been true blue to what I should be eating. Anyways, I wish I’d lose two a week. The two pairs of jeans that fit right now are wearing out and I don’t want to go buy new until I get down another size. I have a pair “on deck” but need to get rid of at least five more pounds to get in them.

BEE---Way to go on the loss. Three pounds in one week is awesome. You know we’re all green with envy. Just kidding . . . I’m really happy for you.

MELF---I do have Leslie’s walking tapes. But not the ones on the infomercial. I think MARIE and I have the same ones. I have three altogether. One’s a 1-mile and then there’s a 2 and a 3 mile. The three-mile is really hard and I can never get all the way through it. Anyways, I don’t have the ball thingys either. (No comment BOB or DEB!) Those must be something new. I can’t attest for new tapes, but I really like the ones I have. It’s really easy steps (no fancy dance moves) and a good workout. I’m always really sweaty by the time I’m finished. Plus I think she seems like a really nice person. I think she’s been doing this for a whole lot of years. She has a ton of tapes out. I’m glad to see she’s getting more exposure. So you married a quiet one too??? That’s funny that we have that in common too. I’m a decaf girl too. Regular stuff did the same thing to my stomach. And I never have trouble with the decaf. Love the quote you have on your signature. And I just realized that you only have ELEVEN more pounds til your goal. AWESOME!!!!!!! Pretty soon it will be under TEN. Even more wonderful. Keep going, girlfriend!!!

ALEKA---Welcome to the SB Board!!! We are thrilled to have you here. I am so glad you asked the question about salad dressings. I was just wondering the same thing tonight at dinner. I’ve been using a ranch with 1 gram of sugar and just asked myself if this was okay. See, even those of us who have been around a while have many things to learn. My understanding is that the only fruits to eat with other food are berries. Someone will give you the technical reason for that, but I think that’s how it should be. I have fruit at breakfast (usually an apple) but have it first then, then eat the rest of my breakfast 30 minutes later. That works well for me.

KAREN---Sorry to hear about your rough weekend. But glad to see you are back with us. You made an excellent point that I hadn’t thought about. When you said being “sloppy” with this WOE that really hit home for me. I think that’s EXACTLY what I had been doing for at least a month. Thanks for bringing that up. It really helped me.

BOB---Sorry to hear about your gain. Hey, I’ve been there and feel your pain, sister. I know it’s disappointing. Wish I could be there to make you laugh. Hey, are you picking on me for talking so much on this board?????? And I don’t answer EVERY single person. I just feel the need to validate and appreciate and communicate. Okay????? (J/K . . . I’ve missed you not being on. Is your company there???)

Well, that’s it from this end. Have a good night.
Take care.
Kim
185/174/139

Evening All!

I didn't officially weigh today since I didn't make it into the office until after lunch. I had a dental cleaning appointment :D this a.m. The hygienist kept telling me how clean my teeth are and it occured to me that no sugar or white flour im my diet ought to make them cleaner than normal. That kind of stuff really sticks to your teeth and assists in forming cavities. Anyone else out there have a thought on that little matter?

Anyway, when I weighed at 1:00 I was about the same as last week, and seeing how this was after lunch, I would guess that I may be down 1 or 1/2. I'll have to let you know tomorrow.

Had something happen that I haven't noticed in a while. Made some lasagna Monday night in a bit of a hurry and used a variety of spag sauces :nono: with the WW noodles. We ate it Mon night I had left-overs again last night. This morning about 2 hours after breakfast I was visited by an old friend, "Mr. Sugar Shake!" Lovely! I am attributing this to the poison, I mean sugar, that was probably hiding in that sauce!

Has anyone had this happen? I have a friend, a mother of 3, who has had her now size 4 figure enhanced with a tummy tuck and lipo. Almost everytime a group of us girls get together she will ask me if I plan to be on this WOE the rest of my life, blah, blah, blah... WEEELLLLLL, Sat night there was a very small gathering to watch a movie and she proceded to tell me that the wine I was drinking (a Reisling) was full of sugar. This was followed by an examination of the chocolate I was eating. When I informed her that it was sugar-free, she asked "Are you sure?" I wanted to say, "Oh no I'm not sure of anything I eat anymore. I have NO idea as to how this 30 pounds that I've lost managed to just fall off!" What did she think I did, check my brain at the door. The irony of the situation is she has been one of those people to be very supportive of my loss and this WOE. I think there are some insecurities on her part that make her have the need to look for bad in people to make herself look and feel better in her own eyes. I guess my question is "Have any of you noticed people acting this way?"

I want to reply to everyone but it's 10:25 and I'm really tired.

Congrats to all who are having success with this WOE.

Sleepy head here will drop-in tomorrow.

Peace,
Frog

I want to share a funny with all of you. It rained here most of the day today, so I couldn't walk again today. But I remembered that I had an old Jane Fonda Workout Video. Is that dated, or what? LOL. Anyway, my DGS, Daxton (17 months) was here visiting & as I was doing the video, Daxton attempted to imitate me...too cute, but then it came to the floor exercises so I laid on the floor to do sit-ups & here comes Daxton to lay his head on my chest :lol: I could contain myself no longer.

I know that some of my replies are a little late, but I'm a slow reader & I just finished catching up with all of ya.

VR, welcome back, haven't seen you on board much. Glad to hear everything is ok with you. Good for you...getting a walk in with the neighbor. Girl, I was about to congratulate you on that 100 lb loss. :lol:
To answer your ? about sweet cravings, I like to eat a few nuts or even a small piece of Carb Solutions Bar(Chocolate) or ATKINS Bar. I don't do this too often, but I do find it helps get over that craving. LOVE that wave Bye-Bye from the Kiss...LOL

MARGARET, you did it...cute image

COUNTRY, you're doing GREAT! You are sooooo close to another milestone! You'll be there in no time. Keep up the good work. Isn't it great to have the support of our DH?

Cathy, WELCOME so glad you've joined us & also that you told RodeoMom about us too. I've been on here since Jan, but have been following SB over 2 years now. Fell off the WOE for a short time, but this group sure has helped me to get back on it & to stay true to it. I think it will help you too.

DEBELLI, glad to hear you've made contact with VIV & that she's enjoying her vacation. Please extend our thoughts & prayers to her regarding her Dad's Lung Cancer. Hope you'll have a very special time Friday. Congrads on conquering your battle with chocolate!!

ANNETTE, Glad to hear that you made it safe & sound to PA, regardless of the annoying things along the way. I was thinking about you today & wondering about your feet. You had mentioned you had a problem with arthritis in them & that you were taken the Glycosamine. Are you still on it? I'm also wondering now if that could be the reason you're not losing.

ALEKA, WELCOME to the board. Glad your joining us. The same rule of eating raw fruit alone on an empty stomach applies to SB as it does the Somerizing plan. I never understood why they listed it that way in the 14 day menu other than it is understood to be 30 min before the cereal.

KAREN, Glad you're back. Sorry to hear you were in a funk about not being able to lose 10 lbs before your vacation, but listen, it's still better to lose 5 lbs or whatever, than to gain them, so hang in there! OK???

BOB, AKA SCARLET... we missed you...was wondering what happened to you. Don't go away too long, we need you to keep us on our toes here :lol:

OVERCOME, Don't you love fresh veggies out of the garden? Glad to hear your DH is planning his garden. My DH is going to buy a new tiller this week-end so he can start his. Right now, all we have in our flooded garden is lettuce, dill, chives, lemon thyme, & mint. Can't wait till we have fresh stuff to eat.

DIDYAEVER, Hey Kim, it was good to chat with you a bit this morning. Don't be a stranger on the board. We're all here for you. You can do it!!


QUILTER, you crack me up with your statement "I just feel the need to validate and appreciate and communicate." I said "YES! that's exactly why I get long winded too" :lol:

Well, nite all!

Hi everyone

Just a quick post before I head off to bed. Have to be up early in a.m.

I had a good game of badminton tonite - managed to get in three games.

Someone posted some information recently about Hodgson Mill's WHITE WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR (I think it was OVERCOME) but they didn't know if it was SB legal. I sent them an e-mail and just got a reply to-day. To quote: "YES THAT IS WHOLE GRAINED AND STONE GROUND FLOUR". So it is SB legal.

Melf - The walking tape I use is Leslie Sansone's 2 MILE WALK. It's a good aerobic workout and fun to do. There's lots of variety in the steps so it doesn't get boring. There's no fancy steps, they are all easy to do. I have several other tapes but I have been using this one most of the time recently.

Did anyone see this post on Sweetalk this evening from Japan TV?

"I am a researcher for a Japanese TV show on weight loss. Please, share your information with me, such as, the period you were or have been on the Sugar Busters diet, how many pounds you've lost (actual numbers of your weight from the begining to the end), and so on. Most importantly, tell me your recipes of your diet . Please, e-mail me your information including your age and sex, and any additional information is welcome. "

I just wondered if anyone would be interested in replying.

All for now.
Marie :wave:

I just finished reading an article in the new Prevention magazine that is really pertinent to all us SBers. The title is The Good Carbs (page 143) and is specifically about the glycemic index system. The whole article is well worth reading. Also included is a pull out pocket guide of the GI and also several recipes. (The pocket guide rates a SNICKERS bar as a 41--can you believe it!!!!--I don't think I'll go there!) Anyway, because the article is long and there are several other great articles, I'm not going to type portions here, but I'll strongly encourage everyone to read this issue.

I will, however, copy one other short article here:

Diabetes Alert: Halt Digestion Distress
Reigning in this culprit could also help your heart

If you've got diabetes and also have digestive discomfort--such as tummy pain, gas, bloating, heartburn, constipation, or diarrhea--don't overlook this hidden cause: uncontrolled blood sugar.

When blood sugar levels aren't well regulated, nerves throughout the gastrointestinal system may not function properly and can even be damaged, says James D. Wolosin, MD, a gastroenterologist and clinical instructor at the University of Tennessee residency training program in Jackson. Controling glucose helps prevent more nerve damage and can help improve some tummy troubles, such as bloating, heartburn, and nausea. But doctors often overlook this connection, he says (Clinical Diabetes, Fall 2000).

This plan can help:

1. Work with your doctor for better blood sugar control. The big bonus: Good blood sugar control lowers your odds for heart disease and kidney problems too.

2. Try a new eating strategy. Smaller, more frequent meals can reduce bloating and heartburn. If constipation is a problem, increase your fiber intake by choosing more whole grains, fruits, and veggies. If diarrhea, stomach pain, or gas is bothering you, keep a food diary for a week, recording your food intake and symptoms.

3. Check your progress. If digestive problems persist, consuslt your doctor. In some cases, medication may help.

I think even if we don't have diabetes, this is valuable information.

Well, it's late. Have a great Thursday!

Karen

Good Morning or Evening what ever it is. Just got home from work wanted to post before my hectic week-ending gets here-Wake is tomorrow Fri. Memorial and Saturday Burial -hmmmm little dragged out but i don't mind.
Today was my Dr. appt. i got weighed and measured! LOL i wasn't sure if i was 5'2 or 5'3 she said 5'3 but hubby said my license said 5'2 but i will take the Dr.s inch!! Her scale is wrong! :lol: so i went to mom inlaws to weigh and beg for her to sit on Fri! i was 143.5 today up 1/2 lb which i am very thankful for!!!!! I really thought i was up 3-as you know i don't have a scale at home and i felf my clothes where tight i think it was from my tummy bug (which is better thank you all! :love:) I asked the Dr. about a glucose test and colesteral test she said every 5 yrs-humph! i got one 2 yrs ago colesteral was high at that time but she wasn't alarmed. I asked what an ideal weigh was for me-told her everyones comments and so on and i said -i am not to thin am I? she saidn "NO"! shucks! LOL She did say that at 135 my BMI would be 24 and that would be very lean-so we are shooting for 138 and keeping up the 5x a week excersise (which she is very impressed with!) I also looked at my chart and i was the weight i am now 10 yrs ago-man can we say YOYO dieting???? I am still going for 135 so i can have that 3lb sliding scale! LOL we talked about body types and so on and we decided that i should ignore these people! Anyway enough about me!

Deb-131.5 soooo close! keep it up! I love the "dookie list!" poor Eli sounds nasty! I realized the other day while eating a square of chocolate that i don't even eat it slow enough to taste it-isn't that horrible. I am working on that part of my eating latley too. You crack me up!

Margaret-Have an awsome week end. Don't beat yourself up either if you do "fall off the wagon" just don't get run over!!!

Amser-- woooooo hoooooo on the loss-how did the dress fit?

Starchaser-I love your attitude!!!! I can't wait till the first!! I am cheering for you :D I am glad the cravings are over. It is such a great feeling I love saying i have no desire for this or that! I feel in control when i know i am on program and the Evil Sugar is out of my system. Keep it up!!!

Sparkle-Yipee!!!!!!! You go girl!!! your gonna do it!

Melf-I think i feel like i deserve to cheat sometimes-weird huh! i have finally realized that weight loss is in our heads not our mouths! I guess stress has alot to do with it. I just need to go wild with the "legaL" stuff when i do do this! Peanuts are a big time food i have been going for this week when i want to cheat! better then sugar right! Thanks for the nice reply! I need motivation and support right now!!!

Aleka-Welcome!!!!! deb took the words out of my mouth!! we are here to help and motivate!!!

Karen-We are here for you!! I am the same way with goals but we have to get over not getting to them and pat ourselves for trying at least. We are human right?! Glad your back!

BOB- you crack me up ! :lol:

Quilter-I wouldn't get the buffet! LOL I usually have the shrimp and veggies no rice-or i love chicken wings which probably are not as legal but its protien maybe some meat on the stick! go for some soup too?! WHo knows right have a great visit! I am going to be sick of relatives by Sunday!

Frog-I have heard them all! My best bud who lost over 80 lbs saw an old friend and she is a big girl-she asked if she changed her hair style!? HELLO!!!! LOL I think people are just jealous, or something in their sick heads wants to mess with us! Keep it going girl-those people make me want to get to goal!!!!!

gotta gooooooo bed time!!! Thanks for all the regards for my family This is just a hard time for us right now. I will be lurking!!!!
Oh yes where is Ms.Liz???????? Hi Viv if you are lurking!


Rhonda
201.2/143.5/135ish i guess

Just kidding....but I do have a weakness for Snickers. I really thought the GI would be at least 150!!

I can't believe it, I've been on plan for a week. Now I head off for a long weekend in food heaven (Baton Rouge). I hope that pizza place that has lots of SB stuff is still open.

I agree with you, Frog, people don't always appreciate those of us who have taken control of our eating. Or at least try to control it! I have had people tell me that if I lose too much weight I'll get wrinkles. Well, duh, I'm 47 and I figure I'll have wrinkles anyway.

Aleka, my friend told me I should have told you how MUCH of that stuff I was eating (when I posted a day's food yesterday). Well, I eat a lot. I don't do much in between meal eating, but I have been known to eat a whole head of broccoli , or half a bag of salad. I guess it's a holdover from my WW days, when you could have all you wanted of green veggies. I eat quite a bit of meat also. If I can't be full when I finish a meal, I will be lurking in the kitchen an hour later.

Kim, what the heck is STROG? I don't think we have that in Louisiana!

Yes, Mary, I can do the image thing now. Actually, I was doing it right all along, but when it didn't show up on the preview, I thought it hadn't worked. I am having too much fun looking for clipart.

If any of you are in Baton Rouge this weekend, you might see me at these EVIL places: George's, for a shrimp poboy/ Albasha's for chicken schwarma/ Gino's for pasta/ or Mike Anderson's for whatever! Just kidding, I'll try to be good most of the time!!!! As to the Chinese buffet....I wish I knew if there was anything legal there. I have avoided those places and I LOVE that kind of food. I think it all has sugar in it.

Have a great weekend, see you all Sunday night!

Morning everybody!!!!

Just a quickie . . . ha!
I'm still hanging in there at 174 so it looks like the two pounds are going to stick. Yippee. That's three consecutive days there. Now it's time to move on to 173. Wouldn't it be great if it were that easy???

MARGARET---Have a greet weekend. Hope the food devils stay far, far away from you. I couldn't figure out what the heck your question meant. At first thought I'd made some nasty typo, but then checked. I was talking about a beef stroganoff recipe from the Betty Crocker cookbook. I'll post it this weekend after I make it tonight and do the SB adjustments. Sorry if my abbreviations messed with your mind.

Off to work for me. We're getting company today about about 5:30 so I'll probably not be on the chat. Sorry. It's funny though as I was thinking about what I'd serve for dinner . . . I don't even think of dessert anymore. It's like we have NOTHING in the house for sweets. Paul did say there were some store bought cookies in the freezer downstairs. Doesn't sound too appetizing. I think if they want ice cream, we'll go out and I can get some sf stuff. Haven't tried it yet so we'll have to see how it tastes.

Bye all. I may not be posting, but I'll be lurking.
Take care.
Kim
185/174/139

Good Thursday Morning Everyone!:wave:

Just got in from walking 4.5 miles, didn't really feel like walking today, but once I get out there I'm so glad I did. It's getting hotter here and I'm really starting to feel the humidity kicking in, which makes the walks sticky and me stinky!:eek:

Eli is off today, so we are going up to Broward, and hopefully Ole Ole. I really look forward to his days off, they are so far and few lately.

BIGO, I think we must of been posting at the same time. Glad you weren't MIA, we were getting worried. Don't worry about being up, if anyone can tell you it will go back down, I sure can! We are going to Fresh Market tomorrow before going to meet VIV-I'll be thinking about you there!!:lol:

OVERCOME, that oatmeal sounds yummy with the pb! I don't usually eat oatmeal, but I may have to try that one next time I whip up some PB. PLEASE let us know what Breyers answer is, I am very interested. I like the Terra chips, but find sometimes they seem a bit "wet" which is probably from too much oil. Once in a while, they're good. I'm going to attempt to make some myself one day. Keep up the exercising, you're doing really well.

QUILTER, hope you have a good time with your family. I don't like going to buffets, it's a waste of money for me since I don't eat much, and usually, the items I would eat are extremely limited. BUT, the couple times I have gone, I tend to stick with the cold shrimp, some salad, and if they have grilled skewer items, I'll do those as well, as long as they are plain. On the exercise, well, if that's not you, then you'll be in good company with someone else!:lol: Yes, Eli had a big brain fart, he is a big fart! A simple apology would be fine, he has no money for a piece of jewelry, so I would have to settle for the apology-I won't hold my breath, he doesn't find he did anything wrong, can you imagine???? Glad to hear you are still holding your weight down!

FROG, I have to agree with you that our teeth must be in better shape due to the lack of sugars, I know when I sweep my tongue over my teach late in the day, I don't feel that yucky film like I use to. I think your "skinny" friend has a complex. Maybe she feels the only thing she holds over you is her weight and as you go down, you become a threat to her in her thinking?? Obviously, if she's a size 4 and has had lipo and a tummy tuck, she can't be all that comfortable with herself. If you told me she was a 14, then maybe I'd think differently. You know what they say about opinions...don't even give her words a second thought, just figure she's JEALOUS!! I know as I've gotten closer to goal, those who use to tell me I needed to lose weight now try to tell me I'm too skinny-no pleasing these people, not that I am trying to do so. I do believe belittling others makes these people feel better about themselves, or at least they think it does!

MELF, that story with Daxton was cute, I can just imagine how good that must of made you feel. I must ask, how did they come up with his name, it's so unusual?? I will tell VIV you and the others send their thoughts to her and her family tomorrow.

ROSALIE, thanks for the info on the WWW flour. I knew it was okay, but glad to hear a confirmation of that. I did see that question on ST board, but I don't have any idea if it's ligit, so I'm not responding to it. Let me know if you do and if so, what happens.

KAREN, thanks for the info from Prevention. I haven't gotten my issue yet, so I'll be interested in reading that when it comes, which will hopefully be soon-love that mag!! I've seen the info on the Snickers bar-it's amazing that that and other foods are lower than other seemingly "healthy foods"-but we all know that Snickers are definitely NOT something we'd eat!

RHROO, wish I could find another inch to tack onto my height. When your 5' 1.5in tall, every bit helps! Funny, you mentioned being the weight you were 10 years ago, I am almost the same weight I was 6 years ago! Really, try licking the chocolate, you'll be surprised how much enjoyment you'll have-better than sex!:lol:

MARGARET, have fun in BR! I see you are going to some place with Middle Eastern food. You like schwarma, huh? Eli loves it. Honestly, Middle Eastern foods, many are very healthy. Enjoy!

Gonna run, remember TONIGHT'S CHAT AT 9:15pm EST. I'll check in with you all later this evening. I'll post a recipe or two later on.

Have a wonderful day!!!!

Debbie
194/132.5/129
Miami, FL

Good Morning all you Sugarbusters! I Still have a few real busy days ahead of me before I jump on the Sugarbuster wagon full force on Monday but I have enjoyed reading the boards and getting all kinds of good ideas - the frozen grapes sound good and I will have to look for some SF maple syrup - i did not even know they made SF syrup - will definitely try to find that - about the almond butter??? can you get that at a regular grocery store just where the regular butter is found??? sure sounds good!

So RodeoMom how was day 2 on SB??? how is it going?

Doubt I will be able to join yall for the SB chat tonight as I will be tied up at church with youth but hopefully I can make it to the next one. I am usually in the chatroom in the mornings at work if I can get a few minutes away from the real world :)

Did anybody say --- do yall find that Sugarbusters work better for yall that just regular low carbing? Can you tell me why you choose to do SB rather than just low carbing???

I hope yall all have a great sugarfree day!

cathy

Hello from not-so-sunny NC! Someone forgot to tell the weatherman that this week is my SPRING break. Winter, with its cold and rain just doesn't want to throw in the towell.

I am amazed at all the posts in the last couple of days! I'd like to talk to everyone individually, but there is just no way!

I'm still OP. Ran into a snag last night. Mom went to church and left Dad and I to fend for ourselves for dinner. She put out a couple of cans of she-crab soup--which is normally legal, but this was loaded with corn starch and sugar grams. So only after Dad opened the can and began cooking did I announce "I can't eat this." I was starting to sense that my WOE was wearing thin, but I looked in the fridge and whipped up a cheese and asparagus omlet--YUM! He got his soup and was happy and I had a mighty fine dinner too.

I forget who it was that also loves asparagus. We got ours at Sams's and they were so big and beautiful that we couldn't resist. I'm also a big artichoke fan. I eat steamed artichoke at least once a week--and now they are coming into season--so they will be big and beautiful (just like me :) ).

It seems that there were a lot of losers out there yesterday! Y'all remain my inspiration.

Star--I'm really rooting for you on that April 1 weigh-in. Not having scales this week has turned out to be fairly liberating. Are you taking measurments too? I often find that I lose inches even when the scale refuses to budge for a while--though I'm sure you will see success on the scale too!

Have a good day everyone!

Good Morning all! Well as sore as I was when I woke up this morning(from the aerobic workout I did yesterday), I was not sure that I could do my usual 3.3 miles, so I decided I'd set out to do at least one mile. By the time I got to that marker, I was too into it to stop, so PTL I did the whole thing in 49 minutes. Best time so far. It's 50 degrees here this am with 100% humidity, so I think I did well under those circumstances :)

Want to share another :lol: with you all. During my walk this am, a gnat or some type of bug flew in my eye. Well, it teared up some, but didn't feel like anything was still in there, so I kept walking. I came back home, took my shower, then just now, when I went to put on my makeup, I opened my bottom lid & low & behold, there is the bug. :D So Debelli, if your eye lid continues to swell, check for bugs. :lol:

You all must think I'm wacko by now, huh? Well truth is, I feel so good with all this exercising & I'm not depressed anymore & also, all this fresh air is getting to my brain. :D

Well I'm off to have lunch with a friend & do some shopping, so I'll check with later to respond to some posts. Hope everyone has a great SF day! :wave:

Breyer's was very unhelpful :(
Here is the reply I received regarding my question of how much of the sugar was natural and how much was added in their vanilla ice cream.....


Thank you for your interest however we do not have a
> breakdown of this
> information. Thank you.


Oh well, any suggestions for how I can persue this?? I may write them a letter.
Ashley

Well I made it through the 2nd day. It always seems the first week is the hardest.

I do have a questions. Do all of you weight in at home? Or run by the Dr.'s office?? I don't have a scale at home.....but I am thinking about call the Dr. and asking if I can come by.

MELF - Thanks for telling me what WOE means. Some of those abbreviations get me confused !!!

I am so very proud of day 2. My hubby cooked while at was at choir practice. Gumbo (with the dreaded white flour roux) with a big ole pot of white rice and Pototoe Salad!! ECKKK

I asked him to please put in the fridge while I changed clothes and then I fixed a legal dinner...I am so proud!!

CathyCathy - Can't wait till you get on full board!! We will have lots to discuss.

I am having a headache in the afternoon, but I am sure that has a lot to do with cutting out sugar, and I am sure that it will pass.

How much do you think I can lose between now and August??? My daugther starts high school in August and I would like to look better than now!! I am determined to look GREAT by the time she hits 16 (2 years).

Have a SF (Sugar Free - see I am getting it) Day! Thanks for all the encourgement!

I just finished eating some Triscuits with Hummus. The Hummus read no sugar grams, but the 8th ingredient is High Fructose Corn Syrup!! OH NOO! But I am assuming that this means that is less than 1 gram of sugar per serving??

This makes me crazy!!!

HELLO LADIES:)

I'm so excited Deb, I finally got back on, it's only taken me a month to do it. This is Glory I haven't had the time to read the post but can't believe the new board WOW you all have so much stuff there. It looks great hope to have more time to post tomorrow. Love to all Glory:)

:wave: I just wanted to say that I finally have a loss to share. Last Thursday 307, today 303. A loss of 4 lbs. Yeah!

Sorry I haven't been around much, but things are very hectic at work and don't have much time at the moment. Hope everyone is doing well!

Hello all my favorite losers! I am having such a nice timer here. I spent the day today with my mom and my big sister (should call her my little sister as she is perfect weight), we looked at all the old pictures and shopped a little. I don't get to see them often so it was wonderful. We are having stuffed peppers made with brown rice tonight - I think my mom may try this woe out. She has been VERY supportive of my efforts while I have been here. She has a digital scale and I think I may get one... I like to be able to see it... LOL, I am always squinting at my regular scale.

Deb: Good job getting yourself motivated for the walking. It was getting humid at my house before I came here too. Sounds like Eli had a brain fart! You mentioned in a post to someone that you eat pretzels as a snack - what brand? I have looked and looked.

Glory: Welcome Back! I have wondered where you have been, was worried that you fell off the sb wagon. I am glad to see that I was just worrying about nothing.

Karen: I just read that Prevention article last night. I was suprised by some of the numbers too - the one I really want to know about is the popcorn. I thought the article was a great refresher though.

Rodeo: Deb gave me a great recipe for hummus with no suger; it is really easy! You should try it.

Ashley: have you tried SB brand ice cream? It is wonderful! Ithink that Breyers doesn't want our business with that kind of response! You could always try to ask Phil at the sweetsense.com site. He is willing to answer questions like that.

Melf: That story about the gnat was hilarious! You are right, Deb better check her eyes for bugs...LOL

Fellise: Way to go with the omlette selection. I am lucky, as everyone is supportive of my woe so far. I think they are sick of me bieng fat!

Quilter: congrats again on the two pounds. I guess I did get you mixed up with someone else. I have a hard time keeping the names straight.

GatorGal: Sorry again about not being able to see you in Daytona. I just ran into some last minute problems with clothing and had to go buy some new jeans... not used to dressing for winter and thought old stuff would fit and NONE of it did - too small unfortunately.

I have to apologize because someone asked about my feet and the glucosamine and I can't find it now to respond correctly, but I am wondering about whether that is my problems with the wieght loss too. I cannot do without it though. so we shall see. I have been eating less cheese since being at my mom's so I will see what happens there too.


Well, I gotta go help mom with dinner. Hope to get on for tonights chat, but not sure. Annette

Evening Everyone!:wave:

Have the computer all to myself,:D the kids went with my sister to the Youth Fair (broke down and let Lauren go, I'm a softie I guess), Sharon went to a friends and Eli is outside trying to put a plug in his tire that got flat.

Had a great lunch at Ole Ole followed by toasted coconut Carbolite soft serve - YUMMY!! Really didn't do much else today, we got a late start-hate that when it happens.

Tomorrow I am going to see VIV. I have about an hour or so drive up there, but we're going to try to make a day of it and hit the mall that's close by to where she will be, as well as a trip to the Fresh Market. I'll be thinking of BIGO when I go there!

I'm up a little today on the scale, I know this is just a temporary thing, TOM came along today. . I'm still sticking to my meeting my goal by end of April, mid May-not so far away!!! Cross those fingers for me gals!

CATHYCATHY, I buy the almond butter at Trader Joes when I am blessed to have the chance of going, or know of someone who is coming to Fl that can bring me something from there-unfortunately, we don't have one here. BUT, the brand I buy, MARANTHA is available at a HFS, but almost twice the price as TJ's. I know the Wild Oats HFS near me has the machine where you can grind it fresh, or, you can grind your own at home with regular almonds. That's what I do when I want PB, buy the jars of unsalted peanuts, totally plain peanuts, throw them in my food processor, and viola, I've got delicious fresh PB!!! :lol: I had an image of the youths at church tying you up!!! I can't tell you my experience on low-carb dieting, never did a low-carb diet, but I did read Atkins and other books pertaining to low-carb before deciding to follow SB instead. Many people THINK that SB is low-carb, and it isn't-it's a myth we are constantly dispelling. I chose SB because I was able to eat the bread, pasta, rice and fruits-on low carbs, you can't. I have approx 120 carbs a day, give or take-this is 40% of my daily intake which is right in line with what most healthy sane diets recommends! I don't believe in deleting entire food groups on any plan you follow, and I think this is one reason SB is so successful for many-you NEVER feel deprived, hungry and once you get the sugar totally out of your system, you don't have the cravings!!!

FILLISE, sorry to hear the weather in NC isn't cooperating with your wishes for sun! I commend you on the way you handled that snag-good for you. Funny you should mention artichokes, we bought 4 of them today-.59 cents each! Eli makes a garlic, lemon and salt dip that we eat them with-yummy!!! When do you go home?? I hope you continue to have a great time-and I hope the weather clears up.

MELF, I am so thrilled to read your posts! You really sound so much like me at times. Like me, there are days I just don't feel like walking, but I go and say I'll do half the distance, and I feel so good when I'm out there, going the full 4.5miles just happens-and I'm thrilled afterwards that I got out there. Congrats on the new time as well, I know how that must of made you feel-exhilarated!! I too laughed at your "gnatty" experience! Luckily for me, I don't think that will happen, I wear sunglasses when I walk, but Eli is always telling me I seem to have a bug up my a**, so maybe the little buggers are just hitting me in the wrong place!:lol: Not only is the fresh air helping you mentally, when you walk, all those endorphins that make you feel good release in your brain-so really, you are doing 3 great things for yourself when you walk-fresh air, exercise and endorphins!!!!!

OVERCOME, sorry to hear Breyers was a flop-the least they can do is send you a free coupon for a gallon of ice cream!!! I tried looking, didn't find anything, but will try to look some more.

RODEO, for me, the first 3 days are the hardest, if I make it through that, I KNOW I will be fine. Actually, when I make it through the first evening, I know I have a good chance. I weigh in ONLY at home. Even when I go to the Dr., I tell them what I weigh, I won't get on their scales-I can't stand to see me weigh in with clothes on and on someone elses scale-plus, if I didn't like what I saw, I may break it with a good swift kick!!! The headache is quite normal, it's your body getting rid of the sugar, think of it as a drug detox. It will pass!!! It's hard to say what you could possibly lose by August. I thought when I started SB I'd be at goal in October, didn't happen, and I was perfectly fine with that. Setting any goals that far in advance is never a good idea I found. Set mini goals and just do your best-whatever you lose will be great! You have 5 months and you can lose a lot of weight during that time, you just have to be commited to this WOE-it's totally up to you, and it's in your hands, how successful you CAN be following this WOE. For me, the first 5 months, I lost 30lbs, buy my friend Sharon lost 27lbs in about 7 weeks, so you can see, it's REALLY hard to say. Um, that hummus, corn syrup, yeck! If you can spare 5 minutes, you can make delicious fresh hummus like I do 5 days a week!! Would be happy to share the recipe with you, though I do believe it's on the recipe board somewhere!

GLORY-WOW! You finally made it back on the board- WOO HOO!!! Please, let us know how you've been, where you've been and what's happening with your weight loss!! Do tell all!!!!!:)

CATS, CONGRATS on a 4LB loss!!! That's wonderful!! Before you know it, you will be in the 200's! That's a major goal!!!! WOO HOO!!!! Keep up the great work!!

ANNETTE, so happy to hear you are having a nice time with your family, and knowing they are supporting your WOE. I just found the pretzels recently, they are from VITASPELT and made with spelt flour. They have no barley malt like other pretzels, which is why I decided to try them out. They taste like regular pretles. I eat 16, which is one serving. They are the mini ones.

Well, gonna go see what trouble I can get into now-will be on later for the chat at 9:15pm Can't wait to see what happens on Survivor tonight. If you come in for the chat and are on the West Coast and don't want to hear about it, just let us know!!!!

Toodles!

Debbie
194/132/129
Miami, FL

EVENING EVERYBUDDY :D

Just got home from the "grind"...or should I say floated home :lol: I never speak bad of the rain gods we need it so bad...looks like it has set in for the evening, and there is talk of through Monday....Guess that means I'll get more work done in prep for the Inspector General :nono:

GLORY....I'm so glad that you are able to get back on the computer.....WE'VE MISSED YOU!!!!

I swear I had so much to say, and can't think of a thing!
I know, I know [b] it's so rare for BOB to be CLOSED MOUTH!

Oh yeah, ANNETTE...where in NC are you visiting? I have soooooo much family in the Western part of the state...Deb and I both have relatives in Hendersonville.

AND FOR THE BREYERS????If they don't want to help us in our quest.....DON'T BUY THEIR PRODUCTS!!

I'm off to fix some dinner....CHICKEN...yummmmmmm

OH AND SOMETHING ELSE...IS THERE A SIGN ON EVERY ROAD IN LOUISIANNA POINTING TO THIS BOARD??? Welcome to all you new BUSTERS...We're glad to have you!

I'll check back in later....

BOB

Good morning to all you lovely ladies! This group seems like almost a “magical” corner of cyberspace, and I’m very happy to be participating. Thanks of course for all the good info that has been posted!

Congrats to all the losers this week and to those who didn’t lose, you are STILL a winner if you are sticking to the program! Even if you aren’t sticking to the program, you are still going to succeed because you’re HERE after all!

Welcome to all the newbies!

Overcome (Ashley), I’m glad your cookies turned out. I can’t handle cookies of any kind yet. I love ice cream too...as I said, I make a sugar free version at home, but I can’t handle that right now either...I was reading in my journal from only Feb 19 that I ate 3 cups of sugar free ice cream in addition to other food. Granted I ran 8 miles that day but 3 cups is still unreasonable. I think we just need to use a little common sense. Like YES, regular ice cream has lots of sugar, naturally occurring or not, and there’s no way to rationalize that away! But ¼ cup is certainly not going to kill you.

Rapture, about being in the same boat. Yeah I’ve learned that other people have the same desires and insecurities as I do! Most of my life I felt I was the only one who felt the way I did. I really like that saying, “Nothing tastes as good as thin feels!” I say that to myself often.

Debbie, well I think the agave nectar was a little over $3 a bottle...everything is pretty expensive over here, especially cereal and milk which is normally over $5 a box/gallon respectively if not on sale. I’m proud of you for conquering your chocolate addiction (although caution is always in order). After not having chocolate for a year I started in with it over Christmas (darn office snacks) and ended up hitting rock bottom with three boxes in three days. I said NO MORE! I realized that I had been flirting with danger for a long time: hot chocolate, chocolate chips in cookies, chocolate milk shakes, etc. before the full-blown candy phase. I hope that I will conquer my addiction too one day but for now, the best I can do to handle is complete abstinence.

Thank you for the compliment on my writing, I guess it just comes naturally to me. Also I never forget that I’ve been doing a lot of hard work on my inner self this past year with the 12 steps of OA. Like the 4th step is doing a written inventory of my entire history—resentments, accomplishments, wrongdoings etc. Well that took up a whole notebook of solid writing!

Quilter (Kim), yeah I like that pink elephant image! LOL! I don’t remember if it was you who originally said “carrots are evil.” I was like, “WHAT???” I never felt I HAD to eat carrots, they’ve always been yummy to me. I guess it’s ironic that when I was a child, we had a joke in our family that my Auntie used to coat the knife with sugar ‘cause carrots always tasted sweeter when she cut them.

BOB, you’ve got me blushing to the tips of my little toes. Gee, if it were so easy I would come stay with me and get some motivation! Sheesh! As I said to Debbie above, it took a lot of work just to get to this point, and every day as I get more and more “awake” (I think you know what I mean) I see more ways that I can improve my life. I see people (like my parents) who have been “dreaming” their whole lives but not putting the grunt work into their dreams and look how far it has gotten them.

Don’t worry about the weight. As you said, you’ve been doing well! I said earlier that weighing once a week will be good for me ‘cause my weight has varied as much as 7 pounds from one day to the next! Once I was even 2 pounds heavier after a cardio workout. Go figure.

Froggie, in regards to your “friend.” Before being exposed to people more, especially in OA, not only did I not think that people could feel the same way I did (see above) but also I must admit, I was intimidated by thin, attractive people and still am to some degree. I always thought that they were in a realm I couldn’t understand or be a part of. It was a shock to realize that some thin women are even more insecure than I am! I think your friend probably means well but she has her own problems that get in the way of being supportive all the time. Everybody deals with their issues in different ways. Some overeat, some throw up, some have other addictions that don’t have to do with food. But the underlying spiritual lack is the same no matter what the outside of the package looks like.

Cathy, hello and welcome! I just started to so the only way I know if this “works” or not is by the results of these lovely grrrls. I have reduced my carbs in the past but have never followed a very low carb plan like Atkins which is a good sign that it doesn’t work! Here is the problem with low carb diets I have had in the past: even when I eat a lot I don’t feel satisfied. Kinda yucky from the grease too. I didn’t get enough fiber and it should be obvious that unlimited fat is very unhealthful. When I did eat carbs it would be stuff like bread and french fries which of course would quickly reverse any progress I’d made. It seemed easier to just avoid them altogether than deal with the choices. It has been only a few days of incorporating whole grains but I can already tell that balanced meals are the way to go! I’ve been eating three meals a day with no snacks and actually feel satisfied (not just full) after each meal. I’ve even been leaving food on my plate.

Fillise, you go girl! on the omelette. Small choices make a big difference in time! My roomie and I share food and we have had to deal with this issue too. It has been rough at times but I think we are getting past the adjustment period. Sometimes we will just cook separate things, but sometimes I can adapt. Like last night he made burritos. He compromised and got whole wheat tortillas and brown rice. He had about four tortillas but I just had one (they were the small size) and topped it with just a bit of rice, beans and meat, then piled on the tomatoes, shallots and added some shredded red cabbage (sounds weird, but it was pretty good). So I ended up with more of a salad than a burrito!

I love artichokes too! They are a divine treat. Especially with a bit of melted butter, but I like them plain too. I also love zuchinni and spinach.

Melf (Mary) I laughed my arse off at the bug story!!!! Sounds like you are doing really well on the walking. Keep it up girl!

Rodeo Mom, you can do it!!! Hey we are kindred spirits ‘cause this is my fourth day! It’s been really difficult, especially the hour of cardio a day, but I’m adapting. About the headache, are you drinking enough water? Are you cutting down drastically on your caffeine intake? If you cut caffeine you have to do it gradually. Man I’m addicted to my diet Coke. I only have 1 or 2 cans a day but I’ll kill somebody if I don’t get those!

Catsrule, congrats on the 4 lb loss!

Glory, welcome back!

What’s been going on lately

My roommate and I, as I said, had a tiff. It was about the food arrangements, and was triggered by my getting into what he calls “nasty health food.” I’ll skip the details as it’s rather personal, but what I want to share is because we had it out things are much better now. I understand the arrangement for buying and sharing food and there is no miscommunication. He has cooked dinner for two nights in a row when he hasn’t done anything for a while, and is even making an effort to get into a bit healthier foods too! (The dishes are another story ;) )

It’s a test of my self-esteem when things happen that would have unglued me before. I was writing to this guy from the personals. Well out of the blue, he said, I saw your picture (the same one I posted), don’t write me any more emails ‘cause you think you’re hot but you’re really ugly and I’m not interested in girls who are ugly and fat too.” Well! I have to laugh cause his picture was a sight to cause sore eyes. I’m also laughing because I think it’s a high compliment that it comes across to someone that I think I’m hot! That means I’ve come a long way! Boy is he going to be surprised when he finds out that his personal ad with his picture and his full name, and a TRUE description of himself, is posted on every single ad site that I know of...and I know lots of them. I must admit I’m still shocked, sort of like when somebody hits you in the back of the head for no reason, but I know HE is the one who is demented!

Meanwhile, nothing is going to deter me from the program! It’s my fourth day and while I didn’t have any doubt that I would make it through the first week, the many times when I have “tried” and failed still loom large in my cranium.

A little inspiration

I had a late-breaking but brilliant thought: if I get my body on an equilibrium there is really no reason to EVER be sick and tired, let alone sick and tired all the time! I’ve never been able to stick to a plan consistently before sugarbusters. But the plan of eating is merely a tool, albeit an important one! I have to work on the physical and emotional parts of recovery at the same time. So. No smoking or heavy drinking, get enough sleep, take my vitamins every day, three meals a day, regular exercise and I can actually feel good all the time! What a concept! I don’t usually catch colds unless I don’t get enough sleep, but I’m always sick with one stress related ailment or another: headaches, the eye inflammation, stomach pains (from the cigarettes it seems???), even skin infections. I was really worried because I plan to go to school full time while working full time in a couple of years, but I don’t feel like I can do that when stress causes me so many problems! (Isn’t that ironic: being stressed out about being stressed out.) But if I can consistently feel as good as I have the past few days despite the stress and the hectic schedule, I can conquer just about anything. I’ve wasted a lot of years of my life being barely present, but I have a lot of years left and for the first time I’m actually looking forward to them! ;)

Lots of aloha,

Chris

164/162.5/130 (as promised I’m starting over from last week!)

DANG-IT...I didn't want Jerri to win that challenge!

Chris...I just heard on TV that HONOLULU is the #1 HEALTHIEST CITY in the United States...

See everyone in chat!!

BOB

I just had a brief moment to scan all posts from the past week. You all sound so
encouraging about this WOE. I want to get back on the wagon. I've been eating
so much sugar/breads/popcorn lately that I'll have to start at square one. I have
to look at the whole picture, not just the present.

Thanks to everyone who sent me nice little notes. I appreciate it so much.

Yes, I too, love hummus and triscuits. The hummus that I use doesn't have sugar. It's
mixed with roasted red peppers.

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THE PICTURES OF THE GANG THAT WERE POSTED. It's nice to see
that you all care about each other.

Have a wonderful evening and I'll be back soon.

One more time.............

OVERCOME you have reminded me of what I used to whip up when i was being sugar free in the past.

I use skim milk, and you have it really cold and whizz it up really fast in the food processor, add a few drops of sweetener and vanilla it whips up like really thick "cream " type yummy stuff.
I then stick it in the freezer (processor and all) till its frozen. Giving it up a few stirs (hack it with a butter knife) during the freezing process is good so the blade can move when its whizzed again.
Then whizz again and add a fozen banana or any other frozen fruit.
I used to love a few dried apricots added and then sprinkling it with slivered roasted almonds when i served it.
Also a little shredded coconut with banana or pinapple is nice.
Its very much like icecream only healthy , no fat and no added sugar :)
loI, I am making my mouth water, I must make some.

GREAT CHAT FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO MISSED IT

I'm off to watch ER...It's new tonight...

BOB

I don't want to be a web hog, but I have several to share with you!

This one is before SB. Taken in August 2000. Guess I weighed about 200.

Where are the new ones? Wanna see wanna see wanna see!!!!

MY COWORKER AND I WERE REALLY CLOWNING AROUND. I'LL HAVE TO GET SOME "REAL" ONES.

This was after a CRAZY day at work today. Apologies for the lack of flair in the wardrobe. It was a yucky rainly day and I was running late!

I can smile!

Before I started really gaining!

That's my hubby!

Me and my sweet husband!

This is our "Fur Child"

Everyone, meet Dixie!

Hope you enjoyed the walk throught the photo album!

I'm off to read the posts!

Peace,
Frog

Frog, you look like a model in that picture with your head turned to the side. Careful you might burn the computer screen! ;)

Today's challenge: to bike uphill for 25 minutes (the remainder of my hour of cardio for the day). I'm terrified because the ONE time I tried to do that, I gave out after two blocks. Okay, maybe three quarters of a mile but something like that. The hill behind my house is pretty steep, and it's not long before it turns into mountain. So I might have to go downhill and do the gradual parts over again to start.

Well I'm committed now!

Another challenge: since I'm going to the gym twice a day now, I have to learn to take shorter showers and get dressed faster! It usually takes me at least 30 minutes hurrying. Today, since I went to the gym at lunch for the first time, I managed to get it down to 15 by moving as fast as possible and leaving with wet hair.

Talk to ya'll later!

Chris

Just finished reading all the posts. You guys have been busy the past two days!

I am up a pound. :mad: This is the first time that I have had an increase since beginning in Nov 2000. Oh well. Maybe I shouldn't have eaten chicken last night! :)

FILLISE - Sorry that our NC weather has been so yucky for your visit. Hope that you will come back when it is more pleasant. It was sooo unbelieveably rainy today, and cold!

MELF - The bug story reminds me of a time when I was young. I was whistling (sucking air in) and inhaled a fly. It tickled my throat and I coughed and sent it flying back on his merry way. Jonah and the whale?

OVERCOME - Breyer's could've at least tried! BOOO!

RODEO - Welcome. One thing besides the change in diet and sugar withdrawal that may be giving you a headache is dehydration. Are you drinking enough water?

GLORYB - I was just thinking of you tonight! So glad that you are back! How are you?

CATSRULE - Yeah for you. 4 pounds gone forever!

ANNETTE - I have one of those sisters too! I love her just like she loves me! The peppers sound great.

DEB - I :love: Fresh Market but hate the prices. They have neat foods though and great for a splurge!

BOB - You have the BEST gifs. I have started copying some of yours for my gif file. I also floated home from work. Hubby is out back building the ark! I hope we don't get your lightening! And I haven't been in the "white lightening!"

SPARKLE - I think yours and other comments on my friend are right. I am very perceptive when it comes to others. I have known for a long time that she is insecure, she reeks it. She has so much going for here, to bad she doesn't see it with her own eyes. Glad that you have worked through your problems with the roomie. Congrats on your continued recovery!

ONEMORETIME - You're doing great. Keep it up!

BEE - Ice Cream is one of my addictions!! I gave it up for Lent. I will eat it everyday if I keep it in the house. I will now try to go the the frozen yogurt shop for it and make it a special treat!

Well that's all for now. Does anyone want a fitness article for tomorrow? I have an idea that I may post.

It was great chatting with y'all tonight! Gotta get more of you in a thong!!! :D

Peace to my dear cyber friends!

Frog

Sparkle - You're gonna be training for the Hawaii IronMan before long! Go girl!

Frog

What a busy, busy week. I wish I had more time to spend with all of you. I have been working on setting up some sheets with everybody's name so I can take notes and then post replies to everyone. Forgive me if I miss someone, I still have much to read left off on Quilter's post from 3/27.

Weigh in Wednesday I weighed with a loss of 1lb, but I have had to make some revisions to my stats after my doctor's visit. I determined that my true weight loss before I bought my scale doesn't count as the difference between me and the doctor's scale is 6.5 lbs. So new stats from 2/13 to current: 174/162/150

I have been working out daily now, 15 minutes in the morning. Sparklescamp was right, it's not about wanting to or feeling like it, it's about doing it.

I had my pre-op today, I'm scheduled for an oral bone graph April 10th, 1st of 3 surgeries over the next 11 months. Need any input any one has about liquid or extremely soft foods, as I'm not going to be able to chew for a little while. It's really important to me to keep to the sf lifestyle I have adopted. The surgeon suggested Ensure for the first day or two, then possibly soup. BOB I really could use any recipies you might have for soups, I can puree the veggies. If any one can help me with ideas you can email me ldblond@hotmail.com. THANKS :)

Ok, let's see how many people I can reply to tonight:

Sparklescamp: I am starting to want to wear shorter skirts, tighter clothes, just to look good, not frumpy. I always yearned to look like the pretty mommies with little ones. Now that I'm feeling better about the way I look the frumpy look is out! And about the soap box, jump on it anytime, I liked it.

Bee125: I love the quote at the end of your messages, this is a great philosphy "Obstacles are what you see when you take your mind off the goal" Thanks for the motivation

FrogLover: I'm going to try to apply the cheese tip, see if it will keep my fat intake down a little.

MargaretA: Your chicken dinner the other night sounded delightful! I am trying to learn to cook, tonight's chicken for me wasn't too good, tried to make stir fry. Juan wasn't to thrilled either. Just have to try again.

Debelli: Thanks for always keeping an eye out for us, your words of encourangement keep me motivated to reach for my goal.

Rodeomom: Welcome, this is a great bunch of ladies! Also, I know it has been said, but the only question that is a stupid question is the one that isn't asked.

Rhroo: I hope your family is better, stomach flu is the pits. Thanks for your words of encouragement regarding my ability to motivate myself to exercise.

VR: You asked about a special treat, I go to Baskin Robbins and get the nonfat, sugarfree, vanilla softserve. I tried the strawberry/banana sf the other night and had a case of the runs. YUCK

Good night, I'm going to print the rest and hopefully post more in the morning.

Lara

Thanks Frog! Wowee now I have to dig up my marathon pics. They are delightfully unflattering.

I have an update on the situation I unwisely mentioned earlier with the guy who wrote me. I knew I shouldn't have said anything but I was feeling bad about it. At least I waited to see what would happen before I got my "revenge." Well it turns out this guy is still married and his lovely wife (ahem) got a hold of a printout of the email and wrote that nasty letter. Cyberworld is a strange place. So I'm NOT going to have anything further to do with this guy because he is still married, but I must admit it's a huge relief that he didn't say those things. I knew it was pretty fishy to begin with and I should have waited before firing off a nasty response. Also at least the mystery is cleared up!

Hey everyone!

It was a great chat tonight. I wish I could have stayed on longer, but I had to get ready for ER and it was a new one. Also, I had to run to the "Bat Room" first :D

Frog: Those were great pictures. You and your husband look like a perfect couple.

I'm sorry that I'm not responding to everyone tonight. Not feeling too well at the moment and it's late so I'm off to bed.

Have a great SB Day tomorrow!

Cheri
287/273/145

I'm a speech-language pathologist and I've worked with people who have trouble moving their mouth (tongue, teeth, lips, jaws, etc) and/or swallowing due to stroke or injury. I currently serve children birth to five and have a registered dietician (R.D.) as a co-worker, therefore I feel relatively safe with the suggestions I am about to make.

Pureeing foods to a liquid form is an option. You may also want to consider a baby food grinder, available at "Babies R Us" for just a few dollars. It will give you a little more (thicker) consistency in your foods than pureeing them. You may also want to try eating soft meats like baked or boiled chicken chopped up, and scrambled eggs as you move through the different stages of your surgery or recovery. Adding gravies and creamy condiments to food will also make them easier to get down. There is also a product that is available (ask the doctor or an R.D.) called Thick-It. It will increase the consistency of thin liquids like water or coffee if you need it, however I doubt that you will. I peronally think that custard style yogurts (lemon - Yumm) through a straw are good. You could also do pudding that way. We do that with the children we see and that's how I eat my yogurt on the way to work.

I think that you are going to lose weight without following SB because you may not feel like eating and because your food coices will be limited for a while. At this time, I would be more focused on my dental health first, then worry about my sugar intake. But I do applaud you for your valiant effort and pray that you will have successful sugeries and a rapid recovery.

If you would like me to get more info for you from the R.D. I work with I will be happy to.

Peace,
Frog

Rather than posting an article for today, I wanted to share a personal fitness idea that I've employed.

I wanted to attach a scanned image of a collage I made, but apparantly I didn't save it correctly (I will try again Monday to save it for you). When I decided to train for a 10-K I thought running 6 miles was a daunting task and searched for a source of motivation. I found that the only true source of motivation came from within and thought about doing a collage. I found quotes and pictures, mainly from my Runner's World magazine and glued them to 1/2 a piece of manila file folder. I posted it over my desk at work and looked at it many times a day. When I decided to run a marathon I thought I'd better make a bigger one and used a whole file folder. :D

These have been excellent sources of inspiration for me and the best part is the quotes and pictures on them reflect my humor and motivational needs and strengths. It is my work. When out running and not having a particularly good time, I remember some of the quotes and snippets on there and use them as a mantra to keep going.

Have a great Friday!

Peace,
Frog

Darn it, I just lost a post I had almost finished. My friend's computer is playing tricks on me. I am in Baton Rouge, my friend has gone to work, and I am getting ready to meet friends at Coffee Call for coffee and NO BEIGNETS! Most of you know that beignets are like doughnuts, but much better and covered in piles of POWDERED SUGAR. I made it fine thru happy hour yesterday, but don't know why I am putting myself in harm's way. That's life, gotta live it!

MELF: Guess where this group is planning to go for an antique-hunting trip: Yes, Abbeville. I think they're going the weekend after Easter. ARe you guys famous for that?

IDBLOND: You'll be a great cook in no time, that is if you enjoy it. I think cooking is an art, and one I really like. If you don't, you can still do it! It just takes practice.

SPARKLE: I guess some men need to be taught a lesson, and I'm sure he hasn't learned his. But you sure gave it a shot!!!!! Way to go.

FROG: THe pictures were beautiful. Your hubby looks like a fun guy, and he's really cute.

To everyone else: I'm afraid to hit the back button to try to remember everyone's posts so I can respond...I lost my whole post last time. So have a great SUGARFREE weekend. I am another one who can't imagine why people would choose any other WOE!

IDBLOND - Just an early wish to you for a successful surgery. I'll keep you in my prayers. Don't know if I'll be able to keep up with the board the week you have surgery as I'll be away from home that week, so just wanted to wish you well now. I'll try to check in on the laptop (if my husband will let me use his work connection) to see how you're doing.

From personal experience, don't get carried away with sf ice cream. It could have a terrible effect on your tummy! If you really want to stay sf while recovering, there are sf protein drinks and Carb Solutions has ready-made drinks and powder. I agree with Froglover that you should worry about your recovery first, and then refocus on the sugar. Anyway, good luck!!

Karen

Morning All

So far so good. I did go to my Dr.'s office to weight and they think it is great. They said they look forward to seeing me once a week.

ANNETTE2 and DEBELLI: Thanks for the info for homemade Hummus (I bet its cheaper too). I'll look for it in the receipe board. If I can't find it I will get back with you.

SPARKLECAMP and FROG LOVER: The headaches are already better. I do drink water, but probably not enough (is there ever enough water)! I am limiting my caffine to 1 cup of coffee, 1 diet drink and 1 glass of tea.

Frog, I love the pictures!!! You look Great! I guess I really need to take a before picture, although I HATE having my picture made (its so depressing). But, I am determined to make this work and I want to be able to post a before, middle and after picture!!

CATHYCATHY: Have fun this weekend!! No stress eating okay...the house will be clean again (I'll come help if you want!!!).

Have a great weekend all !!!

Hey gang!

RodeoMom you know me way to well! I have already started stress eating over the mess I am gonna have this weekend hehe, but not too bad yet, because I've really just been too busy to eat. I AM THRILLED that you went by your doc's office to weigh in!!! I think that is a huge step in the right direction! I take it they were supportive of the SB program??? Monday morning I will be home cleaning my house all day but I will jump on the SB bandwagon full force!

FrogLover I have to tell you that your pics were very encouraging to me. Do you know how much different you look with 30 lbs off! AMAZING!!!! And very encouraging. I too could look like a new person with 30 lbs off! wow!

Thanks everybody for all the great info I have already come across on these message boards in just a few days.

I am gonna try to attach a pic of myself from last week. Notice tho I made sure my body was not in the pic hehe.

RodeoMom when you find that recipe for Hummus on here please pass it along to me!

:) Have a great sugar free day gang,

Cathy

Good morning everyone :)

It's a bright sunny morning here although still a little cool at 36F but supposed to be warming up a bit this afternoon.

Plan on going to play badminton this afternoon. Trying to get as much practice in as I can before our tournament on the 9th April. We're going to have a pot-luck lunch on that day and I plan on taking a fruit tray. So if there is nothing else there that's legal I can stick to the fruit.

That was a great chat last night. I am now set up with AOL Instant Messenger and put in SB Buddy names. Thanks, Melf, for your help. It was on my machine all the time, I just hadn't got it set up. I had a quick chat with GloryB this morning. My first buddy chat. I think it's neat.

GloryB - Welcome back to the board. It's great to see you posting again.

Frog - Thanks for posting the pictures. I think they are great.

ldblond - I hope things go well for you with the surgeries. There is a recipe for CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP which I posted a while back which is very good. I've also tried a MUSHROOM SOUP which someone else posted which also was very good. It wasn't a cream soup but I'm sure it could be pureed in the blender. It has a super flavor. If you are interested I will send them to you.

Can't respond to any more posts at present as I have to scoot out and do some errands then have an early lunch as I have to be at badminton for 1 O'clock

Bye for now :wave:

Marie.

Annette--I can understand about having to shop for warm clothes to go "up North." I don't have many myself, and everytime we vacation up there any time but summer, I have to go out and buy something to wear. I hope you are having a great time.

Has anyone else been having trouble with having a whole page not loading. Occasionally I will just get a partial page, and the bottom part won't load.

OK, I can't remember who is in Baton Rouge. And I don't want to click back to review because it just takes too long. Sometime I wait more than a minute for a page to load. Anyway, congratulations on passing up the begniets. They are wonderful. Your description was right on, but for those of you that have never had a begneit, they are 10X better than a doughnut--even better than a fresh Krispy Kreme doughnut. Eaten with a cup of cafe au lait and you've got heaven!

Am having some friends over for lunch tomorrow. Baked chicken salad and green salad. It's been raining here so we may eat indoors. I can't complain, we need the rain desperately.

Have a great day all SB losers.

BTW, our board really has a lot of lurkers. It looks like the numbers show about 130 posts this week, but over 1000 hits on this week's board. Barbee, are you out there?!

Good Friday Morning Everyone!:wave:

Woke up to a very wet and soggy south Florida-didn't feel like walking, so I was sorta glad it wasn't a nice day, makes me feel less guilty.

Thanks to all of you who could join last night's chat-it's always fun!

Going to get ready to go meet up with VIV today, I found my film, so have camera, will take pictures!

Up 1.5lbs now:( I know it's temporary, but I still hate it. Hope it goes right back down after my TOM ends!!

BIGO, thanks for sending the rains, you could of kept the lightening and thunder though. Eli got called after midnight about a break in at Starbucks, false alarm, probably due to the thunder-poor guy had to go out in the rains to find that out:( Hey, at least Jerri got the ax-gosh, I hated her!

SPARKLE, I KNOW with the prices you pay, I surely wouldn't be able to live in that beautiful place, not even if it IS the #1 rated place to call home. Lord, if I don't get things cheap, I'd have permanent mental problems! I can't imagine how people feed a family with a lot of kids there. Oh well, I guess that's the price you need to pay to live in gorgeous surroundings! Glad to hear things are better with your roommate.:) And for that guy with the personals, what a loser! I hope he got the lashing of his life from his wife! SCUM! Thank goodness that stopped before you subjected yourself to meeting someone like that. You're a beautiful woman with a great mind and someone out there is searching for a person just like you, just be patient:) When you least expect it....

ONEMORE, how can we help you to get back on track, and why do you feel you fell off the wagon and can't get back on? Let us know, we're all here for you!!!

BEE, did you see the link for the JokANal. Also, on the P/M you sent, thanks for the compliment!!!:)

FROG, THANK YOU for sharing those photos of you! Boy, you have really come a long way!!! What a difference. When was the last one taken, of you and hubby??? You are so pretty!!! I definitely think, once you reach goal, you should have some really nice professional shots done, you are very photogenic! And the fur child, such a face!!!! I love to have quotes that are motivatinoal to read. A few years ago, Dr. Laura had a really great calendar out and I cut out tons of them and pasted them to hang on the fridge-reading these really motivates you in many ways each day.

MARGARET, looks like you are having a great time, and showing that it doesn't have to be centered around foods that we can't eat. That's one thing I taughy myself early when I started SB, I don't have to eat foods that I'm not suppose to just to have a good time with others.

LDBLOND, lots of things you can eat that are soft foods. FROGS ideas were wonderful for you. We'll be happy to throw some ideas your way, but do ask your doctor what you should stay away from (like pureed strawberries would go down, but I'd think the tiny seeds may post a problem). Soups are definitely a good idea. Hummus! That's good.

RODEO, glad things are continuing on track for you, it gets easier every day. I think I have the hummus recipe in my files, just get me your e-mail address, and I will get it to you. If I saw correctly on the calendar, your b.day is Oct.5th? Mine is the 4th. We have more b.days in Oct on this board then any other month. Libras rule too!

CATHYCATHY, thanks for sharing your picture with us! It's always nice to put a name with a face! You look like a very "put together woman!!" Pretty blue eyes! Have you posted on the BIO BOARD yet???

ROSALIE, going to put you on my buddy list, thanks for letting us know you had AOL buddy chat. Looking forward to getting to chat with you on there soon. Have fun at badminton today.

GATOR, I think we are all having that trouble from time to time about the page loading. It may have to do with all the pictures.

Gotta run-will be back tonight!!!!


Debbie
194/133/129
Miami, FL

Good Morning... just got back from my walk! Great chat last night and thank you so much for not spilling the "survivor" beans.

Frog.... what a change, you look great!!! Isn't it amazing what we can do to our bodies... it's our choice. There are so many things in this world that cannot be changed and yet we have the "power" within to change our body.
When you see such a difference, it has to be easier to get to goal because you know it is worth it.

CathyCathy... what beautiful blue eyes. I think you need to change you login name to CathyBlueEyes!

Deb.. have a great day with Viv. We'll be looking for pictures tonight.

Gotta run and get ready for work... talk to you later!!

Doesn't my friend Cathy have beautiful blue eyes...the great thing is...she is just as pretty inside.

DEBELLI - My b'day is Nov. 20....but I could have made a mistake, sometimes you would never know that I type for a living!!!

email is DavennaTrahan@yahoo.com --- I would welcome the hummus recipe.

Hello Ladies :)

Wow you just can't know how exciting this is. I've been kicked of this darn thing for so long. It actually took me 4 names to get back on to where it would accept my name. anyway it's good to be back in touch.

I got so depressed when I couldn't get on that I over ate and gained 4lbs back. so I still haven't reached my 100 lbs off mark, but now that i'm back and have the support of you all I'll do it. I never went off the SB WOE just over did on the portions. Nervious eating habbit. You all know what that's like.

Deb: I was wondering if I should try to change my Bio name but it won't let me on so I guess it's not possible. And what cute new smilie Faces an how do you all get these other things your adding like the butterflies and flowers by the names and the other things at the end of your post where do I sign on for that?

Annette: Thanks for he welcome back, boy has it been along time. I feel like a dog that's been deprived of water for along time I just can't get enough. how have you been doing? Sounds like you have a lot of good support with your family and that your having a good visit.

BigO: Gee it's good to hear from all you gals again. I've missed you all so much. Thanks for the welcome back.

Sparkle: Hey welcome to the board this is a great support group. As for the jerk you were communicateing with in the personals, Well he's just that a jerk and it's good that you can realise he's the one with the problem. Way to go girl.

One More Time: Welcome we love Newbies. and this is the best WOE it really works, I speak from experience.

Frog: Wow I loved the pictures, your beautiful and you can really be proud of yourself you look great. you go girl keep up the good work.

Well I just want to add a big welcome to all the newbies that have come along sence i've been off. My Bio is under Gloryb that's me. sounds like alot of your are already on your way to success. Good for you. isn't this a wonderfull WOE. I'll get to know you as time goes along. Thanks for letting me rattle along.

Love to all :wave: Glory

Gourgeous Photos FROG..and I agree with SPARKLE you do look like a model!!
SPARKLE I love your posts you are so witty and brighten the day

CATHY whata head shot.. you have the most amazingly beautiful blue eyes, lucky you.

DEBBIE No I didnt see the link?? I think Ive read all the posts, but there is such a lot maybe I missed it .I will skim back over them.

Jenny

DEBBIE.. found the post with the link, thanks what great looking products and Ive never seen them in a shop! and I live in NZ??..go figure,lol.
Thats theres pickles and alsorts is great huh.

I also want to say how my eyes nearly feel outa my head when I read in the same post how you spat out the coffee cos it had sugar in it !?!?!?
I LIVE IN HOPE !!!
I would of swallowed it quickly and then pretended it was a mistake .
So did you not get the sugar rush the moment it hit your mouth??
And you didnt start to drool?!?!
This is amazing!!

The GI book I have (the one tucked away under the bed) is the one you were thinking (how'd you know that?).
Is there a couple of major differences that you (or anyone) can point out.
thanks Jenny

BOB, Glad to hear you finally got some much needed rain. And Skeeter was afraid of the weather? LOL

ROSALIE, So glad that you were able to install those 2 chat programs. I know you will enjoy it. I really did enjoy chatting with you last night. I didn't have to go to work this am after all because the census was down & since I had some OT in on Mon, I was allowed to stay home. Yipee...but tomorrow it's going to be back to the 12 hr shifts.

KAREN, a SNICKERS bar as a 41??? are they CRAZY??? 41 gms of sugar maybe! Good article you posted from though. Will look for the Prevention Magazine to read it all.

RHOO, I tend to agree, wt loss is mostly in our head, because that's where we win or lose the fight. Don't listen to all those comments about you losing too much or looking poorly if you know in your heart that you need to continue to lose to be where YOU want to be. You know, at one time I allowed myself to listen to those comments & made myself believe that the weight was coming off too easily & too fast, so there must have been something wrong, so I put weight back on just to prove to myself that I was ok. Is that dumb or what? You just need to listen to your heart & your body. I know that I feel better taking this weight off & looking better in my clothes, don't you?? Hang in there, you just have less than 10lbs to goal!!

MARGARET, hope you have a great visit in BR...love the crack about losing wt causing wrinkles... :lol: Antique-hunting trip? Never heard of it. The week-end after Easter is my week-end off & we will be going to Dayton, Tx where my DD will be singing during Dayton Ole Tyme Days, a yearly event to raise scholarship money for local students. This will be the 3rd year that she will be singing. And you know how moms are about their kids...lol

DEBELLI, I :lol: my B... off at your explanation of where you get bugs...or rather Eli's explanation...LOL... Actually, I did have my glasses on. I wear glasses all the time, & that didn't prevent it happening. It was just too funny. Yes, I agree about all the benefits of walking (besides the bugs)...hehehe I never thought that I'd be walking this much & enjoying it.

I'm not sure how my DD came up with the name Daxton & I thought the same thing at first, that is was an odd name, but he's as cute as his name...LOL He's got one brother named Chason which is also a little different. But that's why she chose those types of names for her boys.

Where do you buy Carbolite soft serve? I've never seen it in the stores here...I have also been looking for the Carolite Bars, but no luck with that either.

One more thing, Debbie...I can't find Agave Nectar here, but have noticed Plus +3 fruit juice concentrate on the grocer shelves with 13gms of sugar. I used it in the Cocoa Angel Food recipe that you posted & it did sweeten it enough. Big problem though... You know the old adage, "when all else fails, read the directions?" :D I bought some egg whites to use in it & noticed that they didn't whip up very well. Well when I took it out of the oven it was flat like a pancake. That's when I read the side of the egg white box & it said "NOT RECOMMENDED FOR USE IN MERGUINES OR IN ANGEL FOOD CAKE" :blush: It tasted good, just flat & kind of doughy :lol:

RodeoMom, way to go on passing up that gumbo. I'll tell you...our cajun WOE is sometimes soooooo unhealthy, just think about it...white flour rough, white rice, & most of the time potatoes salad to boot! ALL CARBS Don't have to think twice about passing that up anymore! :D

GLORYB!!! WELCOME BACK WE'VE MISSED YOU!!! So glad to hear that you were finally able to get back on board. It sounds like it has been a challenge for you?

CATSRULE, WAY TO GO GIRL! WOW 4 lbs is great. We've missed you on the board. Hope things cool off for you soon.

ANNETTE, so glad to hear that you're having a good & supportive visit. It's great that your mom is thinking about this WOE for herself as well. Hope that scale is being good to you. It was me who asked about the Glycosamine...so it is helping with the pain then???

ONEMORETIME..just get back on that SF wagon girl...you can do it. & you'll be glad when you start seeing the results.

FROG LOVER, wonderful pictures! Thanks so much for sharing them with us. Love Dixie's outfit! LOL LOVED YOUR FLY ACCOUNT :lol: I need to remember to keep my mouth closed from now on when I'm out walking....LOL

lDBLOND, OUCH! that sounds like it's going to be painful. Check out the CARB SOLUTION Powder. Really low in Carbs & Sugars. It is very filling & full of protein, vitamins & minerals. It would be alot better for you than the Ensure which is full of sugar! Also, there is a Lentil Chili recipe that I posted last month that is very filling & easy to chew. Things like that would be good for you too.

CATHY1, Thanks for posting your lovely face. It's always good to put a face with a name. I started a separate folder with all SB pixs so that I can go back to them. Don't stress out too much this week-end!

GATORGAL, yes, I also had problems with pages not fully loading after we went to this new server, but then I switched from Netscape to Internet Explorer & I find that helps. I also made the forum my homepage on IE so I don't have to go find it each time.

:wave:

GOOD EVENING EVERYBUDDY :D

I FOUND MY PANTIES!! (see what you miss when you don't come to chat?) :lol:

FROG O H M Y G A W D!!![/b] You should be proud, and don't you pay any attention to ANY comments the ANYONE makes....YOU'VE COME A LONG WAY BABY!!
I love that picture of your FUR BABY what a face!!

DEB I hope you got some rest today. It's not raining right now, but more is supposed to get here.
We had 8.42 inches of rain yesterday! BUT IT STILL WASN'T ENOUGH!! We have been in this drought so long that I wonder if we will ever catch up!

I swear, I hate not being able to see the previous posts...it's such a pain to flip back and forth!

LOUISIANA CHICKS I heard that Cafe duMonde burned? Sad since they have been in that location for so long. Wonder if they will rebuild?

ID Only good thoughts and wishes for your surgery. GOOD LUCK!!

RODEO Are you going to be able to slip in and weight without paying anything for the use of the office?

CATHYCATHY Good luck with your housecleaning..I'm in the middle of that myself. I FEEL YOUR PAIN!

BEE I LOVE that big smiley with the tooth!

MELF Skeeter is such a BIG BABY You won't believe what happened when we went out to potty before bed....opened the door and out we went (on the leash) to find TWO POSSUMS sitting there staring
at Skeeter.....not budging! I brought him back inside because I understand they are big carriers of rabies and I didn't want him to lurch at them and get scratched or bitten. I've never seen any animals like that in my neighborhood before!

When any of you try Debbie's hummus, YOU WON'T BE SORRY I've had it....It's GRRRRRRRRREAT!!

CLIMBING UP ON MY SOAPBOX
Ok, I have a question for all of you. There was a question posted on the intro page by [i]KITCAT Fourteen people looked at it before Rosalie and Myself answered her. Not trying to be an OLE HAG, but why didn't any of you say anything to her? WE have a wonderful reputation here on 3FATCHICKS, and I wouldn't want someone to go off and say that we ignored someone in need. Even if all you can say is "come on over to the main weekly board" try to help.
BACK ON THE GROUND NOW

Hope everyone has a great weekend. I'll check in later.

BOB
(soggy on the West Coast of FLA)

Hi ladies!

I got around to posting on the bio thread. I included a "before" and "after" picture and a link to the whole series of pictures if you want to check it out:

SparkleScamp's Bio (http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&postid=33400#post33400)

A special hello to all the gals in LOUISIANA! I imported my roommate and best bud from the swamps of Louisiana (Berwick near New Orleans) and I feel like a vicarious semi citizen.

BOB: Honolulu the #1 healthiest city huh? We have a lot of Asians who seem to be naturally thin and who eat a lot of veggies. A side point: I was reading this article that said the Chinese believe in something called “spleen qi” (pronounced key) which means something like metabolism. Eating raw vegetables and drinking cold substances, like ice water, decrease qi. That’s why the Chinese eat most veggies lightly steamed or sauteed and drink lots of hot tea. I don’t know if all this is true or not but I don’t see many fat Chinese folks! But we also have a lot of Polynesians who are natually QUITE large. So you will tend to see very large and very tiny people and only the haole (white folks) in between. ;) ;)

We have a lot of outdoor activities to choose from, as you can imagine. One thing that annoys me is the lack of good bike paths. So I’ve just developed the delusional fantasy that I’m a car and ride on the street!

Froggie, about your friend. I have a friend who is actually my best female friend in Hawaii right now. But we’ve been having some problems that I won’t get into. She is thin but has an eating disorder. So today I saw her downtown and went to go chat with her. I told her about my new plan. I was all excited. She gave me a dirty look and said, “Don’t you think you are being a little OBSESSIVE?” I answered, “I’m always obsessive, just now I’m getting results.”

Idblond, I’m sure you ARE a “pretty mommy.” Wanna join the picture posting frenzy??? Good luck on your surgery! I’m sending lots of positive vibes your way! I make smoothies with a combination of fruits and vegetables. I don’t have them very often because they are sweet but they are a good change of pace. My favorite recipe is soy milk, almonds, carrots, (blend and add) protein powder, frozen strawberries and Splenda. You can leave the Splenda out if it is too sweet. You can also try peanut butter or soynuts, chucks of frozen bananas or blueberries, celery or green bell peppers. (I wonder about cabbage. Hmmm.)

I used to write notes to reply to posts but now I just open up a separate window (CNTL+N) and switch back and forth between the two. And now that I lost that long post I use Word and save as I go!

MargaretA, the above advice goes to you too! ;)

You said, “I am another one who can't imagine why people would choose any other WOE!” Well I was one who was resistant to giving up sugar for a very long time. Now being free! from sugar is starting to be natural to me and I certainly feel better than ever after 4 ½ days! Good for you passing up the other good donut thingies ;) As I understand, beignets are puffy hollow things that must be heavenly, but you have the power of CHOICE!

Karen, you said “From personal experience, don't get carried away with sf ice cream. It could have a terrible effect on your tummy!” I had an experience long ago where I “accidentally” ate 6 sugar free chocolate coated ice cream bars and paid a terrible price. I have tried not to go overboard with Splenda now that I have discovered it. But when I posted earlier about eating 3 cups of sugar-free ice cream back in Feb, then read your post, I remembered that I didn’t suffer any ill effects from the Splenda. I felt fine after I ate it. Still, that’s no reason to go overboard. But some people seem to react to even small amounts of aspartame and Splenda doesn’t seem to cause that problem with me.

RodeoMom, I’m glad you’re feeling better and I would love to see a picture!

Cathy, thanks for posting the lovely picture! You have such pretty blue eyes and an elegant neck. Oh that’s one major thing I’m stoked about losing weight: having a neck!!!

Debbie, with those last five pounds to goal, every ounce is like moving a mountain! I’m constantly cheering for you because I’m so excited that you are so close! As I said I think we were about the same weight this time last year and your success gives me confidence that it will be ME counting down to my goal in a few months!

Glory, I’m glad you were able to get back on...I find this board to be a great help and motivation too! But as time goes by, I think both of us will find our motivation coming more from within than without!

Bee thanks for the compliment I can’t begin to express how much you folks brighten my day!

Melf, everybody keeps mentioning this great chat. Another newbie question, do you have a set time for chat? Or somewhere where the time is announced.

How the bike ride went

Haha! This is pretty funny. The gentle slopes were no problem, but once I got to the steeper hills I had a hard time not going backwards! I was annoyed when some dogs started barking their heads off (I’m much more comfortable in the urban jungle, with the speeding cars and the buses, than in suburbia) so I turned around and went downhill. Immediately my chain fell off and somehow got tangled in the gears. I couldn’t seem to get it out no matter what! It took fifteen minutes of sweating (I even turned the bike upside down) in the dark before I popped it free. Then I was too flustered to go back to the steep hills, which were kicking my arse anyway, so I finished up my time on the flats. It was still a good moderate workout, and at least I tried.

This morning, for the first time I can remember, I was AWAKE. I got up spontaneously at 5:45 (after going to bed at midnight) feeling fully alert (for a long time it took me 20 minutes to drag myself out of bed). It’s like the benefits of my new habits are kicking in more and more every day! I do seem to have a hard time concentrating at work. It’s almost like I can only be obsessed about one thing at a time. ;) But I’m sure that things will balance themselves out.

I’m not sure if I mentioned my nail project. ;) I’ve been a severe chronic nail biter for years now. I view this habit as part of my compulsive eating. ;) Well it took a huge effort to improve in this area. I have been working on my cuticles several times a day (they were so ragged they were bleeding in many places) and although my hands are still little grubby paws I see some improvement.

Warmest aloha,

Chris

Evening everyone!

Id: I hope everything goes well with your surgury. You are in my prayers.

Welcome back GloryB and Catsrule.

OneMoreTime: Just keep on trying and you'll make it. Never give up.

Frog and Cathy: Great pictures. Thanks for posting them. I too am copying them and putting them in a SB folder so that I can look back.

RodeoMom: I don't know if I could have passed on the gumbo. I love gumbo. You are awsome!

Mary: I tried your lentil chili recipie. It was really good and easy too. Thanks

BOB: Glad you found your knickers. That could have been a problem :) Oh, and sorry about not answering "KitKat" I didn't even know that I ignored anyone.

KitKat: Sorry if you felt ignored. I'm fairly new here myself and would never intentionally hurt anyone.

Fillise: Sounds like you did great making yourself that omelete. I love asparagus and artichokes. MMMMMmmm.

Melf and SparkleScamp: Sounds like you two are constantly exercising. I envy you. I don't know if I would be able to move. I do want to train to do a half marathon though. It will take me a very very very long time :)

Annette: I really like popcorn too. The hummus sounds like it will be really good though. I also read somewhere about eating Kashi with a little butter spray on it in place of popcorn. I don't know how that tastes, but I'm going to give it a try.

Debbie: You mention Ole Ole a lot. I'm guessing that it's a mexican restaurant? I love mexican food. Oh, ****, I just love food :D

Frog: How many races have you entered? Your picture shows you and your husband each with medals.

Kim: I know what you mean about playing around with this WOE and then finally admitting to yourself that "Playing" will not cut it. I have been doing that for a bit. I finally decided to re-read the SB book and to get my a-- in gear. Everyone posting their success and mine being so very slow made me feel like I was choosing not to "enter the race". So here I am. And no more cheating!!!

Cheri
287/273/145

I hadn't posted my walk this morning, but it was because I didn't know how far I had walked. I got in the car this afternoon & drove it. I made 4 miles!!! & I did it in 63 minutes. yipeeeeee!

BOB, Yes, Cafe du Monde did have a fire in the kitchen area a few weeks ago, but reports on tv had said that would be reopened by the end of that week. I haven't heard otherwise, so I assume they did. POSSUMS in your yard BOB?? Gee, they must have been lurking! LOL No, really...I would expect to see them here cause I live out in the country, but you live in a more populated area don't you? Strange...I had a family of skunks take residence in my front yard a few months ago. I worried about rabies then,..... I didn't see the post from Kitcat, but after your comment, I will make sure that the next time I see something posted I will reply to it the best I can...you can be sure of that! And you're absolutely right...were do have a good reputation to uphold here. Thanks for calling that to our attention.

SPARKLESCAMP, My baby brother lives in Berwick...they call that area the end of the world...LOL Debbie set the chat time for 9:15 EST every Thurs night. At the top of the page in the yellow strip, click "FRIENDS" & you will see the Chat option. Come join us next week.

CHERI, Glad you liked the chili. Doesn't it make alot?? It freezes well too. Hey, the walking thing is a new found pleasure for me. I've tried to work up the distance before, but I'd walk about a mile a couple of times a week, then give up. I'm so sore right now from today's walk, but I'm totally into it & will go again the next available opportunity cause I'm feeling so much better! And as far as the soreness, I think it will pass when I'm in better shape. I just read about Sparkle's bike ride though & I LOVE to ride...just don't have a bike...LOL Good for you on making a decision to "ENTER THE RACE" as you said. You've got to do this for you! You really are doing well with the wt loss. It will take a while, but stick with it!

Good night all :wave:

Hey there. Wanted to hop in and say a quick hi. I will be out of town all of next week and have been on vacation most of this week. It has been a productive week off.

We came back from Atlanta and I cleaned (yuck), went shopping for clothes for my trip next week (yea)...I'm a size 12 now!, and since it is my daughter's b'day week we have had a couple of sleepovers. As a full time working Mom it sure is a joy to have a week where I can pretend I am at home with them and cook and clean at a more relaxed pace. You should see me on the weekdays running around at night getting supper, helping with homework while I cook, cleaning and doing dishes and getting ready for the next day. Weeks like this are cheerished.

For some of you who are new I have been on SB for 15 months now. I have lost 85 pounds and am currently maintaining. I hit goal weight in February and have kept the weight off. Success for me was definitely a combination of eating right and excercise. My advise to everyone is get out and do something. I started by waking around the block. Now I walk 4 miles a day. Just do it.

Well I have to run and will not be back until sometime late next week.

See ya'll then and keep up the good work.

Anna
222/137/140

:cry:
I have had a weird day and am in a bit of funk and it bothers me when I feel this way.

Day started fine. Went to a sale and picked up a sweater with veggies on it for the nutritionist at work (I have one and she wanted mine). Called the office to tell her and my boss, who is typically wonderful, answered and was FOUL! Seems I forgot to submit my time and attendance report for March and that was the perfect way for her to manifest her anger. It just got all over me! So I spent part of my day off driving an hour round-trip into the office to fill out a form that could've waited until Monday. :mad:

Then the same friend that I mentioned earlier this week completely blew me off today; said she call me and she didn't, then didn't bother to return 2 of my phone calls. Then when I did see her she never mentioned that she was to call me or that I called her. :confused:

She's been telling me for months that she loves to paint (home interiors) and now that I have scheduled myself to do this and have begun to gather supplies, she hasn't even mentioned helping me. It has been difficult for me to see how phoney she is. SHe is not a close friend, someone in a group of friends that I hang out with. I just don't believe in making empty promises and in treating people that way.

There are many other things about her behavior that have given me pause and I know that these are her short comings, not mine. But my inner child gets her feelings hurt very easily and feels like the kid who gets picked last for kickball. I see her as a very sad person. I told DH that I was glad that she was not my only friend.

To make matters worse I tried to eat a late lunch (3:00) and the lady at KFC made me mad and that was just about the last straw! :rolleyes: So I skipped lunch! Not good.

DH is a good guy but has those extra X chromosomes that make him genetically inferior when it comes to understanding female emotions. But he gave it his best and I can't ask for more than that.


THANKS to all of you for your kind comments regarding the photos. I am amazed when I see them too. It is wonderful to know that I have been successful and can continue to be if I just hang in there.

Sparkle - Your photos are astonishing. You deserve to be proud of yourself and your recovery. I should have put mine of the bio board too. I'll have to do that someday.

Cathy - You have the most unbelievable blue eyes!

Cheri - The pic with the medals was at the end of the marathon. I have only run in 2 races, a 10-K (6.2 miles) and a marathon (26.2 miles). My DH ran the Disney marathon in 2000 also. It was great, we ran the first 13 together and then he went ahead. He was waiting for me at the finish line where I immediately broke into tears saying "I did it! I did it!" about 50 times over and over. I planned to run Disney 2001 but became quite depressed and gained weight and stopped training.

Bob - So glad you found your drawers ("draws"!). :o

I posted the cheesecake recipe on the recipe board!

Good night :yawn" ,

Frog

Tonight's adventure: rollerblading at night. I normally only go to Pearl City which is miles away. That's why I don't skate much. Well I decided to take a chance at the more crowded Ala Moana beach park in town. I was a little scared, but when I got there the place was full of people (this was about 8 at night)...biking, running, hanging out in groups and pairs and alone, and yes, rollerblading!!! There is a smooth main road that runs between the beach and the park for quite a ways. I did the length of it and back two and a half times at least, actually going OVER my specified hour of cardio today (wow). The most amazing thing is that I learned how to go over speed bumps without slowing down much! (This is a major accomplishment).

I'm amazed at how fast I've gotten better. The first time out recently, I barely lasted half a mile before I winded and sore. The second time I forced myself to skate until I could do a length smoothly, but it was agonizing. This time I didn't hurt, was barely winded and actually felt as comfortable on my skates as on my bike by the end. (However I still don't know how to go up or down hills. But then again I guess I don't do that very well on the bike either. ;) )

So I feel pretty dizzy-high. I had two offers to go out tonight with friends but just didn't want to face the temptation of alcohol and cigarettes after doing so very well this week. My little adventure was better than clubbing any day!

Few random thoughts:

Little rewards that don't cost too much

A massage

A bubble bath

A manicure or pedicure you do yourself, or have a friend do for you

A new hair color or highlights (I did mine at home but be careful!)

A home-cooked meal (especially when somebody else does the cooking) with all the trimmings, wine and real napkins

Incense

Taking 20 minutes to consciously relax every part of your body

A new, matching outfit is a huge boost and doesn't have to be that expensive!

A new book, especially something inspiring

Taking pictures or getting a roll of pictures taken of yourself

Going to garage sales and secondhand stores

Doing something artistic

GOOD MORNING TO EVERYONE!!
i am approaching the week from ****! It will be a very good week but oh my goodness - hope I make it through it.
Oldest daughter getting married next Saturday - YIKES!!
I had set my goal to be 190 for her wedding and this moring weighed in at 183 -- GO ME!!!!!!
Our son is here from Atlanta - songwriter/record producer. Had been in Orlando but came this way on Wednesday. His boss is coming here tomorrow and they have a couple of songs they have to get written - one being for his sister's wedding.
If i have spelling mistakes - sorry - but am really in a hurry and did not want everyone to think I was not here -- just lurking.
I can tell you all one thing when I have a lot of things going on in my life I tend not to eat -- maybe be lower by next Saturday.
Have taken 3 days off from school - will need it. And thank goodness after the wedding we start our spring break.
Thursday we are having the rehearsal in the gardens where she is getting marrie.d
Then Friday - nails - eyebrows - hair - pick up wedding dress - finish making table decorations - those last minute things get to you every time.
Then Friday night - rehearsal dinner here for about 24 people. Stil looking for card tables!
Then after diner go to the country club and decorate.
Then Saturday morning get the flowers - girls get their hair done -and they will be all here getting dressed.
I mentioned about Justin being here - well has set up a mini studio in the 2nd bedroom which had all the wedding things in it which is now in my living room. George is putting together a computer for Lori and those lovely boxes and equipment is in the living room.I also have things in my bedroom. Now mind you - where am I going to put all the people who are going to be staying overningh -- I have an idea -- I will go to a hotel!!!!
Wedding is at noon - then the reception. Then Sunday over to their house to open presents and have a cook out. If you dont see me I will be the heap in the corner!
Also had to have my dress taken in -- can not believe this.
I have one pair of pants to wear that I bought - a size 14-16 womens. YEH!
Am now wearing some of older daughter's clothes. She is 6 ft. 1. She never thought I would be wearing her clothes. I am now thinner than my husband, con and oldest daughter -- that is a mile stone - never been thinner than my husband for 35 years. Of course will never be able to wear other daughter's -- maybe as a scarf -- being that she is a size 2. I have lost her weight. One time 320. If I am repeating myself I am sorry.
Well have to run -- going to flea market and some shopping.
Oh and less I forget my birthday is April Fools Day - dont figure - huh?
Hubby is taking me clothes shopping and that is a first -- better take a picture.
Well ladies -- there you go.
Congrats to everyone - too many new people - can not keep up - especially when you are going to be 59!!!!!
Take Care -- Be Good -- You Can Do It.
Barb
225/183/16?

MORNING EVERBUDDY!! :D

BARB WHO BETTER TO BE BORN ON APRIL FOOLS DAY THAN YOU!!
Sounds hectic over there....better for me to be here!
I don't envy you at all :lol:
CONGRATS on that WEIGHT LOSS you've done so well, and I can't wait to see you again to see the difference.
Hello to George, and TAKE A DEEP BREATH...it will all be over soon and then MAYBE you all can get back to normal!

FROG Can you feel the {{{{HUG}}}} I'm sending you now? I've had friends like that before, and this is just my opinion, but I think: As long as you were HEAVY you didn't pose a THREAT and she now sees you as one. Even though you're married, BEAUTIFUL people always tend to draw attention...
You FROG are beautiful, and she's afraid YOU'LL be getting all that attention now! My suggestion would be to make her a casual friend and quit thinking of her as a good friend because eveidently...SHE ISN'T
Sorry you had such a bad day yesterday, one little thing can set off the WHOLE DAY...

MELF Didn't see the possums last night, but Skeeter sure was looking for them! Yes, I live in the city limits, not out in the country, so that's why I was so startled to see them. It's not strange to see Raccoons in the city, BUT POSSUMS?????

CHERI Please don't take offense to my post about KITCAT...since the column doesn't tell us WHO? was looking, it wasn't direct at any one person. My whole point here is that we need to help everyone, even if it's in the smallest way. We're a tight group here and I for one want to keep it that way.
I'm glad to hear that you've decided to enter a race. Although we won't be there with you, we'll be cheering you on from here!

BEACH You sure are a TRAVELING MAMA!
If it's pleasure....have a good time....if it's not? MAKE THE BEST OF IT!
Glad you've enjoyed your time with your daughter, it's fun to be involved.

CHRISI envy all the beautiful places you have to choose from over there. That area where you went roller blading sounds like a fun place.

Well Ladies....I'm off to stick my head into another dusty corner! OH, FOR A WEEKLY HOUSEKEEPER

BOB

Morning ladies.... no time to post today, we are celebrating my gradson's 11th birthday a week early.
Off to see Spy Kids and then to the Old Spaghetti Factory.

As I'm curling my hair and listening to "Talk Radio KGO San Francisco", they have a Dr. Kathleen DesMaisons on.... her web site http://www.radiantrecovery.com/ . Has something to do with sugar addicts, haven't had a chance to really look at it but they are talking about having a small baked potato before you go to bed???? Might be interesting reading!

Talk to you later.. Have a great weekend.

Before I try to address some of you individually, I wanted to say WOW! You all are insipiring and courageous, we are big bunch of losers and it feels great!

Thank you for all of the well wishes, prayers, and ideas regarding my upcoming surgery. It's the first of 3 over the next 10 or so months. I am going to go grocery shopping the weekend before and cook some things and freeze them, that way I won't have to think about it - just pull out and microwave.

cheri45: The abslider is not difficult to use at all. At first I could barely do 20, now I have doubled and if I really pushed I think I could get to 50.

Quilter: Congratulations on your 2lb loss, -11lbs is a lot to be proud of.

cathycathy: Glad to have you in the group. Your picture is beautiful.

Debelli: Sorry to hear about Viv's father. I hope you have fun together this weekend! and about your ability to totally conquer chocolate - WOW- :D Thanks for the snack tips. Could you please email me your hummus recipe, I have no idea what this is, but I like adventure. I don't have any food restrictions from my surgeon, just that I don't chew the first 2 days and then eat very soft foods for the next week. Any ideas are welcome.

Country: Your weight loss since Feb 5 is teriffic! :angel: I know what is like to be sitting at the next lower ten, we will do the happy dance together when you get to 200.

amseraphim: Congratulations on your weight loss!

StarChaser: an early happy one month sb anniversary!

Rosalie: Please email me the soup receipies ldblond@hotmail.com. Thank you, I love mushroom soup, but have not a clue how to make it, I've eaten it from a can all my life.

Sparklescamp: I read your bio and visited your website, girl I think your story is incredible! You truly should be proud, you are beautiful and strong willed. Thank you for sharing your journey. Your girlfriend doesn't seem to understand that if there is an obsession involved here it's your will to take care of your self and control your own destiny. I printed the reward list. I tend to reward myself with sf nf yogurt, I think I try to steer myself away from this habit and find rewards that are not food related.

Bee125: Congratulations on your success, -3 and counting

Aleka: Welcome.

Overcome: Yes, small successes build on themselves. Look at the success we are all having and it all started with just one small step.

Catsrule: Congratulations on the weight loss!

FrogLover: Your pictures are beautiful and really tell the story of your loss. Thanks you for sharing them and the picture of man and dog - they are both cuties! Also, thanks for all of the information, I have printed it and will use to help me with my grocery list for next week.

Karen3000: I will try to post after surgery, but we will see. If it's anything like the last one, the meds really make me spacey.

Melf: Thanks for the tips and yes, please mail me your recipe for lentils. Also, I need to go back to the sweettalk message board, there was something about glucosamine not stalling weight loss. I find the info. and post it as I take my glucosamine, msm, chondritin complex once a day and it's a must. I finally found something that helps my arthritis and haven't had to take tylenol but once since I began to take it.

Beachfan37: Thanks for sharing your story. I am going to pass it on to one of my friends, she has 150lbs to lose and I love showing her that with some work and dedication to sb that she can be successful.

Barbee: You met and surpassed your goal by 7lbs - Good For You! :D Have a wonderful birthday and I hope your daughter's wedding is wonderful.

The kids are getting stir crazy and chores must be done, so I'm off. Hope to see you on AOL ... ldblond (that is a little "L" not an "I".

Lara
:spin:

BOB - thanks for the info. I do know that what you said is the absolute truth - that bit about her being insecure and feeling threatened. It is obvious to several who know her (and by her own admission) that she is insecure about people with looks, money (I have none), and education (I have an M.A. and spouse and MBA). I do know that as long as I was a 16 she was cool with it, but now that people are starting to comment on my loss that she doesn't like the attention that I'm receiving. This is a very needy woman who will take attention at all costs, even if it is negative. SHe spent the last 45 minutes of the St. Pat's day party telling another woman how intimidated she used to be of her. SHe drinks too much and some type of other sort of truly mental problem that I've yet to put my finger on - I don't think that she is able to be alone with her kids because they stress her out. She is married to a great guy with a fabulous job and lives in a great house. She is just so insecure that she doesn't see what she has for what she wants. Luckily we are not close friends or even good ones, we just run in the same crowd on a frequent basis. I was able to see some things in her character that concerned me a LONG time ago and I have kept her a little at arms length.

I'm also in the midst of a battle on a non-profit board that I co-chair, the other co-chair is the center director. She is incompetent and I set out to assist in making some positive changes and she and her staunch supporters have begun a letter writing campaign against me and those who have also pointed out her inadequacies. This Tuesday there will be a big pow-wow with lots of interested parties to discuss the issues and how to solve them. I'm quite anxious about it. It started out as an attempt to make the center a better place and has suddenly become a character assasination. My place of employment is one of the stakeholders and they (my boss and an invested co-worker who was past co-chair) are ready to pull the plug on this chick too. But to outsiders and her supporters it looks like an orchestrated witch hunt. People think that because I recently went to work for this agency that they have somehow brainwashed me. I know this is a complicated story, but I'm saying all this because I feel that I did the right thing on behalf of the tax-paying citizens who access the center, but when I start to sense that people don't like me I am filled with self-doubt. I beleive that after Tuesday's meeting that I will resign, especially if my employer chooses to no longer take part.

These two events combined have taken a toll on my fragile self-esteem! That's why I needed a pity party last night. Thanks for indulging me.

It's times like these that I am reminded that my husband is my best friend and that I still need family!

Honey-bunny (DH) was great this a.m. and encouraged me to have a good cry and get it over with. I did and I feel better. We have been tearing apart our kitchen this morning and I'm taking a break from the work. We live in a house that was built in 1930 and it is chock-full of little idiosynchrosies. But we love it. We took on a This Old House sized project today and don't have all the skills nor tools to complete it. Thank God there is a Lowe's nearby! I'm also thankful that I don't have any events planned here until the first of Oct, because it may take us that long to get this mess straightened out!
I'm taking pics and will share them sometime.

Thanks again for the hug and the supportive comments. I knew you guys would understand!

Peace to my cyber friends,

Frog

Hello everyone-

Talbots was having a sale and I was so anxious to get over there and get some spring clothes. Their clothes are soooo nice and the sales people are very helpful. They will get different sizes and bring them to the dressing room for you, etc. Mind you, on sale their clothes are still on the higher end but you certainly get what you pay for.

I got three pairs of pants, two skirts, one dress, and three t-shirts. I spent more than I wanted to :nono: but here's the news....I was a size 4! A size 4?!! How is that possible?? I had ordered a pair of size 8 pants in December and they didn't fit right so I returned them. But a size 4?? For one thing...since Talbots is a better brand, their sizes are certainly more forgiving. I'm only telling you all b/c I know you'll be happy for me and can truly share in this success with me. I would never share this with anyone else (except Pete and my mom). Now I certainly must stay this size after the $$$ I spent!


FROG...love the pics! They are so wonderful. You and your husband make such a nice couple. :) I'm sorry your "friend" caused you so much distress. I can totally relate...actually I can relate to both sides of your story. My best friend is one of these ppl who is seemingly PERFECT. She teaches first grade with me and I feel like I can never be as good as she is. So, I can be an insecure friend too. She is a very nice person, and puts on no airs at all....it is totally in my mind, but still, hard for me to deal with sometimes. Be a bigger person (well, not literally!) and deal with her the best you can. I'm lucky my friend puts up with me!! :)

DEBELLI...anxious to hear how it goes with VIV. I thought of you when I was in Talbots b/c I know you think that store is out of your league. I assure you, its not! You should check out the sales online and see what you think.

GLORYB...welcome back!!

SparkleScamp...weird thing with that guy on the internet. Glad you found out it was his wacky wife who wrote that message and not him! Although at this point I suppose it doesn't matter since you've broken off contact. Keep those posts coming...your enthusiasm is contagious.

MELF...congrats on the walking!! I am so proud of you and smile just thinking about your success. I've been totally into it too...I think the positive results I've had inspire me to keep at the exercise!! Wouldn't it be fun to walk together?? :)

How are our newbies doing?? Stick with it, you'll be glad you did!!

BBL
Ashley

HI everyone!

It's kind of cloudy outside and I haven't had my walk yet. I will have to hurry and get out there in case it rains. Now that I 've started walking everyday, I feel so bad when I don't go out there. My back is at the point where it doesn't really hurt but I can feel the muscles getting tired. So I'm getting better :)

BOB: Don't worry. There was no offense taken at all. I just want to make sure that I welcome new people to the board with the same support and enthusiasm that you all gave to me when I first decided on this woe. This is the best place I have EVER found to get support. You all are awsome!

Frog: I'm glad that you feel better today. You are a kind and beautiful person on the inside and out and deserve the best. It sounds like you have a wonderful husband who loves and supports you in everything you do. That's wonderful. As for your renovations, it sounds really fun but scary too. I love old houses. They have so much more character.

Chris: Wow, you are motivated. The rollerblading sounds like so much fun. I really think it's wonderful how you have come so far. You seem to have it all mapped out and once written down you just go out and do it. I have written down goals that I want to attain and have written them down, but I don't think I've accomplished one. I'm trying to. Exercise: Once I get through a month, I think I will be able to pretty much say that that will become a habit that I won't want to break. Eating Healthy: Everyday is a constant struggle to stay op. I really admire you for being able to just "DO IT".

Barbee: It sounds like you have sooooo much to do. It also sounds like you have it all pretty much under control. Take a deep breath and push through it all and it'll all be over before you know it. And congratulations on your weightloss. That is so awsome!

Veronica: Have fun at your grandson's birthday. I'm going to check out the website you provided. Thanks.

Lara: I will have to go ahead and buy the abslider. Maybe it'll help my stomach to go down. I have had four major abdominal surgeries. I don't think it'll ever be really flat but at least maybe I won't look like I'm pregnant :) Again, hope everything goes well with your surgeries. You are in my prayers.

Melf: You were right, the lentil recipie did make a lot. I remembered that you said it would freeze well. So now I have some for future meals.

Aleka: Welcome. You have definitely come to the right place. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. Everyone is very helpful.

Bee: Congratulations on your loss! 3 pounds is terrific!

Debbie: Hope you have a nice time visiting with Viv and let her know that she and her father are definitely in my
prayers.

Kim: Hope you're having a great time with your family.

Ashley: Congratulations on the size 4. That is a great accomplishment. I know that you must be so very proud of yourself. Well, go ahead and be really proud. You deserve it.

I'll be back later. Hope everyone has a great day.

Cheri
287/273/145

Theres always such a lot of posts to catch up and so much happening with everyone how on earth do you all manage.

You are in to lots of activities SPARKLE. biking and rollerblading in the same day!
I got a mountain bike about 2 months ago, hadnt been on one for like 25 years. Its not so flat around here and the road is rough. I find it very hard work!!!
Last week I fell of and didnt take it well ( dont like getting hurt :( ) Havnt been back on it since.

Well its 4/1 here today so "a pinch and a punch for the first of the month" lol.

DEBBIE I emailed the JokN'Al peolpe and there told me where I could purshase their products so will do, thanks :)

Well, our company just left and the first thing I had to do was get back to the SB board. Gosh, I sure have missed you all these past couple of days. We were so busy I had hardly any time to check in.

I have to report that I did very well with staying on SB while having company. I stayed on plan 100% and feel great about my commitment level right now. We went out to a local diner last night. I ordered the cheeseburger and asked for a ww bun. But they didn't have ww buns only bread. So I had ww toast. It was great. No fries. Just a nice salad to go along with the burger. Everybody else had battered fish or chicken or onion rings and I truly was happy as a clam about my meal. Didn't feel the least bit deprived.

Anyways, sorry if this is so "all about me" but I had to report in. Knew you'd want to know. Also weighed in this morning and have DROPPED ANOTHER POUND. Sitting at 173 now. And looking forward to breaking that next zero.

Okay, now I'll go back and read everything I've missed. Will check in later. Hope you all are having a wonderful weekend. Be ready for a LONG reply because you know I'll have lots to say to you all.
BBL
Kim
185/173/139

I was at the end of an extremely L O N G post and LOST EVERYTHING!!:mad: Just wanted to let you all know that I am going to work on this again after dinner, so I'll be on later tonight, hopefully, less pist off!!!

Deb

Hi everyone :)

Sparklescamp - I admire your dedication to your health and wellbeing. You have put a lot of work in to your plans and I hope you enjoy carrying them through. Sounds like you had fun rollerblading. I enoyed looking at your website and all your pictures. You've really come a long way. Good luck. I think that jerk you communicated with got what he deserved with his wife finding out what he was up to. But it's good for you to know that he wasn't the one sending you that nasty message.

CathyCathy - That's a beautiful picture. Thanks for posting it.

Gator - You made my mouth water talking about those begneits. I've never had them but they sound wonderful. It's been months since I have had a doughnut even.

Deb - I am sure those pounds will be gone in no time. Hope you had a good visit with Viv.

GloryB - Glad to see you back on the board again. We missed you. If you want to get a picture under your name when you post you have to go to the top of the screen and click on PROFILE then click on EDIT OPTIONS. When you get to the Edit Options screen scroll down to the bottom of the screen and click on AVATAR. This will show which pictures are available. I am not sure if you can select one from this screen. If not go back to the EDIT OPTIONS screen and click on CHANGE AVATAR. Then you can make a selection. The other pictures that you see at the bottom of the post are posted by the individual. There are lots available on the web if you look for CLIPART or GIFS from a search engine like Google.

Melf - I too enjoyed the chats we had. I made the LENTIL CHILI last night and it was really good. Took some to work for lunch to-day. I'm thinking I may try some in a tortilla tomorow for lunch. I made it fairly thick so it should work out O.K. A 4 mile walk in 63 minutes - that's wonderful. I'm sure the soreness you feel after walking now will improve once the body gets used to the exercise and the muscles get in tone.

Frog -Sorry to hear you have had such a tough time with your so called 'friend' and your employer. Hope next week is better for you.

Barbee - I hope everything goes well for you this week. It certainly sounds like you have your hands full. HAPPY BIRTHDAY and take time out for yourself to celebrate. Congrats. on the weight loss too.

Quilter - Welcome back. Glad to hear you were able to keep OP while your visitors were with you. and I hope you enjoyed your time with them. Also congrats on that 1 pound loss.

Bye. :wave:

Marie.

Hi ladies!

Cheri, the amazing thing about fitness is that it really doesn’t take that long to make a drastic improvement. I am one of those unfortunate children who was never exposed to ANY physical activity whatsoever. I mean that literally. By the time I was 22 I couldn’t even walk a mile because I was so fat. Jan 2000 I was more active but I couldn’t run, not even for two minutes. I worked the treadmill, increasing one minute at a time, until I was able to keep a pace of 5 mph for over five miles. I completed the Honolulu Marathon in December, but at a walking pace. The only thing it takes to get fit is putting in the work on a daily basis...not waiting for a miracle.

Mary, four miles, yippee! Martin says Berwick is indeed the end of the world. Lucky ******* to live in Hawaii now huh??? And Mary, bikes are pretty cheap! There is nobody in this world who was more terrified to get on a bike than I was. Now I LOVE it!

Anna, you are truly an inspiration. Because of you and the others here I know I can do it!!!

Froggrrrl, hey I’ll come to your pity party anytime you like. I have had lots of problems with friends...I guess I’m still learning two things, that yes I could improve on the way I deal with people and on the people I choose to deal with, but that other people have their issues too and it’s not my fault. And I can’t change anybody. That’s weird I’ve only run two races in the past few years too: the marathon and an 8 mile “fun” (in very large quotes) run. The marathon was 9:22, I was not aware that I could WALK so slowly but I finished! I felt the same way at the end. Around mile 15 a blister broke and I was sure I wasn’t going to finish. By mile 20 I could barely move my legs. Almost to the end, there were no facilities and I had to pee by the side of the road. But as I approached the finish line I broke into an easy jog! ;) Then on the 8 mile run, I did much better (1:57) but “forgot” to eat (all I had was a salad the day before) and nearly died. I spend the rest of the day bowing to the porcelain god. My plan is to run one organized race every two months from that one (Feb) on. If it’s not too personal may I ask about your stopping training for 2001? Like the reasons why. I ask because I’m not sure if I’m going to make the commitment to myself to run another marathon yet. Also I wanted to say you are very blessed to have the support of your wonderful husband!

Barb, I’m tired just reading your post! Good luck! And happy birthday...no foolin’! Haha.

BOB, ‘round here you can pay somebody under the table just to do the toilets and the vacuuming twice a month or once a week, maybe $30 or $40 a pop. Certainly beats the aggravation. I must admit that I haven’t gotten around to arranging this yet, but plan to in the next three months. (I keep telling myself, I get paid too much to scrub toilets! ;) But actually taking the leap and calling someone is another story—I’m pretty cheap, I mean, thrifty.)

Lara, thanks for the inspiring words. I find it hard to think of ways to reward myself and to relax without food or cigarettes! I’m learning all over again, but it’s an opportunity to be creative and I’ve enjoyed it. It’s so hardwired in my brain...if I’m happy...eat. If I’m stressed, eat. If I’m depressed, eat.

Ashley....a size four! Wow! Yes I know what you mean that some people get an “emotional reaction” when somebody else is a very small size. But I can, for myself, honestly say that I’m happy for ya and it shows me that I can make it too!

Bee, actually the biking and skating were on two consecutive evenings. I’m getting my hour of cardio in in the most creative and fun ways I can think of. As for you and biking, don’t give up! As I said, nobody was more terrified to get on a bike than I was. Since I started biking about uhm, 4 months ago, I have fallen off at LEAST 6 times! Once, it had been raining for days and there was mud everywhere. I stupidly hit an uneven part of the sidewalk at an acute angle, and not only did I go flying, the bike FELL ON TOP OF ME. Everybody was laughing and honking their horns. It took me like three minutes just to get up. I was covered with mud from head to toe on my right side, and had cuts all over, including a bad one on my elbow. So I straightened out my seat, front wheel and handlebars and proceeded to work. Changed my clothes, dried my hair and tried to pretend nothing happened despite the large bandage on my elbow. But I’m not giving up!

Kim, great job staying on track and releasing another pound!

Debbie, it only took one time losing a LONG post for me to start SAVING as I go along!

Marie, thank you! As I have mentioned I am at only one stage of a long process. I can’t begin to describe the pain, frustration and failure that I have experienced in my life nor will I dwell on it! I know I’m not the only one who has ever suffered.

Today’s challenge—dealing with MY MOTHER

Last week I promised my mother and niece that I would take them to the Waikiki Aquarium. So we went, but I was VERY NERVOUS because my mother is my ultimate challenge in my recovery. I always feel like the way I was before when I’m around her. But this time I planned ahead! I had a good breakfast and packed a lunch of Italian vegetables, brown rice, whole wheat bread, cheese, almonds, and some special vegetable/meatballs I made. Sure enough, practically the moment we get in the car we stop for coffee and she buys this HUGE piece of cheesecake. Not just any kind...the gourmet variety. Cherry. She’s eating it, making moaning noises, and force-feeding it to Cherise (who is 3 ½) in the back seat, so that the container is waving in front of my nose. She said, do you want some? two times. As always. I said, no thank you politely. Then after the aquarium, which was really nice, we went to a Scottish Festival at Kapiolani park and listened to the bagpipe players. Well she got some fish and chips, and ice tea which turned out to be sweetened. There was nothing else available except for shortbread and scones. So I was feeling mighty smug that I was prepared ahead of time. Finally after offering me food ten more times she actually stopped and asked me about my eating plan, so I gladly told her. She was much more understanding after that! I felt so in control of myself and Cherise and I had a grand old time feeding the birds too! (They liked my homemade bread.)

I went to go buy (you Southerners should appreciate that phrase) the Sugar Busters book but sorry, $23 seemed a bit much to pay for the original so I got the cookbook, which outlines the basic principles pretty well, provides a meal plan and a list of foods that are okay, including brand names, and most of all the lovely delicious recipes! I’m so excited I can barely stand it! It even has a recipe for beignets, Margaret.

After reading that I realized that some of the ingredi-ments that I recommended for the smoothies, Idblond, were on the “forbidden” list. Oh well I’ll chalk it up to being a newbie again!

Going camping tonight with friends on the lovely North Shore of Oahu. My bike rack is still not working so I shall take along my rollerblades in the homes that there is some flat surface to work with! I am determined to get in my exercise no matter what!

Well, gotta get ready. Life is a mad rush. See ya’ll Monday and I’m looking forward to a GREAT week!

Love,

Chris

I've been off the board a couple of days because I had such a hard time loading the pages. Sometimes it takes 4-5 minutes just to load up the last page. FROG--I never was able to see your pictures because I am still not able to get all of page 3 of this week's board. I'm assuming that you posted your images on that page because I didn't see them anywhere else. And I was so looking forward to seeing them. :(

It has rained a ton this weekend and on Friday. Yipee. We really need it. It filled my pond to overflowing, but the fish ar still swimming around. They definitely don't try to swim out!

Had the ladies over for lunch. We did have the baked chilken salad and a green salad. All SB legal, but had some amount of fat, so probably was not all that good for me. We actually were able to eat outside on the patio because there was a nice sunny spell just about lunch time.

Am going to a pot luck dinner tomorrow night at a class that my DH teaches. Wish me luck. I am usually so bad at those things!!

Louisiana gals, I can hardly imagine the world without Cafe du Monde. It is an institution. Glad to hear that they are reopening.

Frog--try to not let anyone else's insecurities and personality problems become your problem. They are merely people walking around on the earth, and have nothing to do with your dignity and worth. Your Creator has already given you that, and He has demonstrated just how valuable you are. So try to let your "friend's" attitude roll off your back like water off a duck. Actually, she is to be pitied.

Well, I'm gonna go and check out someone's (I forget who) pix on the bio board. Don't forget to set your clocks back.

Gator

Hope you don't mind me posting a correction about the clock. They should go FORWARD tonight.

SPRING Forward: FALL Back.

Marie.

EVENING EVERYBUDDY :D

GATOR: Maybe you need to dump some files. I'm not having any trouble with the pages. (knock on my wooden head)
We had a lot of rain here again tonight, and another severe storm warning is out until 11pm.

I've been watching movies again tonight, about to watch REMEMBER THE TITANS I'll let you know how it is.

Have a good rest of the evening everyone~

BOB

Just wanted to stop in & say hi while my supper goes down. By the time I get home & eat supper after these 12 hr shifts, it's already late, then tonight I lose an hour of sleep, so I thought this was the best place to pass my evening. But then I really don't need an excuse to be here now do I? :lol:

BOB, You're really into this cleaning aren't you? The Inspector General will not be able to find fault! Be thinking about you! Hey, I LOVE THAT WOMAN IN THE GREEN DRESS...THAT IS TOOOOOO CUTE! :lol:

BEACHFAN, Sounds like you are really enjoying your time off...that's wonderful. I'm sure your daughter is enjoying that also. Have a great week!

SPARKLESCAMP, I also admire your accompishment. Your a multi-talented young lady!

FROG LOVER, Sorry to hear about your bad day, but don't let that so called friend get to you girl. I fully agree with BOB...you are a beautiful person, so don't let her get under your skin. Glad you're having a better day today!

Barbee, What a busy lady you are! And skinnier than you thought you'd be for the wedding too!! Congratulations! Hope you have a WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY!

VR, thanks for posting that web site about Potatoes & Prozac diet. Someone else was talking about that book a while back on the board. Going to check it out.

lDBLOND, Thanks for the info about Glucosamine...will be looking for the post about it. I know Annette will be glad to see it too. The Lentil Chili recipe is posted on the March Recipe Board.

OVERCOME, SIZE 4!! WooooooooHooooooo...you GO girl! That is exciting. Thanks for the vote of confidence on the walking. That was a really sweet comment about it would be fun to walk together, so the very next walk, I'll be thinking about you! I live out in the country, so it's very peaceful. I see birds & ducks swimming in a nearby crawfish pond, there are cows grazing in the fields, & the sweet sound of QUIET. It's very enjoyable.

CHERI, I agree with you about the walking. I had been seeing a chiropractor every week until I started walking & I have not been back since because my back is no longer causing me pain! It has really helped in sooooo many ways.

QUILTER, Congratulations on staying OP while your company was there. You did GREAT! I know you are proud of yourself & you SHOULD be.

ROSALIE, Glad you are enjoying the chili. Yes, it should be good in the tortilla as well. I missed my walk today & it will be Mon afternoon before I can get out there again, but you can be sure that sore muscles or not, I will be out there...LOL

Debelli, Sorry you lost your post. I sure hope your visit with Viv went ok. Will check in tomorrow night to read all about it.

Hope all you ladies have a good day tomorrow.

Hello all-

I FOUND THE WILEY'S SEASONING!!

It was at super wal mart the whole time. I got the beans and peas one...hope that's right. It was 96 cents. I never food shop at wal mart but I was impressed with their variety of SGWW pasta. Lots of choices. Also found the cabot 50% reduced fat cheese for 1.66. ALSO found sgww pitas for 99 cents. I'll check the brand name and get back to you.

Did a little research on ice cream while I was there. See if you can follow this....The no sugar added breyer's vanilla had 6 g of sugar. This must be from the milk/cream. The regular vanilla has 15 g of sugar. Let's say 6 g is from the milk/cream. That leaves 9 g in a serving. Still high, yes, but I am going to have half a serving once in awhile. I think I can deal with 4 g of sugar :) Breyer's vanilla does seem to be the best...no corn syrup or additives..just cream sugar and vanilla!!!


I found a cookie recipe (can you say "OBSESSIVE") which calls for apple juice concentrate. Picked some up at walmart. It has 29 g of sugar but this must be from the apple itself b/c the ingredients only include apple juice concentrate , water and absorpic acid (vitamin c). Any thoughts on this?

Well gotta go set those clocks ahead. Thank goodness tomorrow is not a work day for me!!!

Goodnight!
Ashley

Hi everyone,

It's been a couple of days since I have even been able to lurk here, had trouble connecting to the web. But thank God for tech support.

Any way ...things here have been wet. But we need the rain so so bad, it really makes for a nice weekend.

I have been able to get some good walking in ...I have started to go over near my mom's and use the treadmill.
She lives in a manufactured home community and there is a fitness room with treadmills and weights ect. I have been walking there and then doing some of the weights. Wish I could think of somethings to do for the thighs. Seems to me that this is the place I haven't seen as much of a loss as every where else. Any ideas!!

Well it is late and we do lose a whole hour tonight so I am going now. Have a great Sunday!!
Laurie

GIRRRLLL you are making me home sick for place I've only visited for one week out of my life. I know the majority of the places that you are talking about. Bill (DH) and I stayed at the Moana Surf Rider one night (had street-side room and wanted ocean side) so we went on down to the New Otani at the base of Diamond Head. Right next to the Natatorium. I jogged around Kapiolani park and walked through it went I hiked up to Diamond Head from my hotel.

We went back to the Surf Rider a few times for puupuus (spelling?) under the banyan tree. Awesome. But I think one of my most favorite memories was eating breakfast every morning in the Lanai Restaurant at the N.O. and watching the swimmers and smelling the fresh air. The mai tai catamaran ride at sunset on Waikiki wasn't yoo bad either!

We drove to the north shore about 4 times in 6 days! We ate at Jamison's and some little place in Haliewa that was a local joint and mahi for lunch (YUM! Broke da mouth!) I went snorkeling one day at Hanauma Bay but I went at the wrong time of day - too crowded but still gorgeous. On our last day there we went to the north shore to where the road ends near the glider rides place. We got out there and walked around. Then we drove back past the Dole Plantation and saw this humongous rainbow over the pineapple fields. What I would give for one of those pineapple whips right now. I should scan in that pic sometime as well as some of the others. We also went to Turtle Bay but it was too "American." I far more enjoyed the polynesian culture and internationalism of downtown. We ate at a Japanese restaurant one night and we were the only haoles in there. A Japanese couple across the table was obviously talking about us (in Japanese) and pointing at us - they were only a few feet away. Finally the lady smiled and commented on our excellent use of the chop-sticks and the differences between how my husband and I held them. It was a great dinner and the conversation was wonderful. Far different from mainland Japanese restaurants. I also think I know the park where you went blading. Is it the one that runs adjacent to the canal and near the Ala Moana shopping center? Bill and I saw lots of people running, biking and skating there.

Bill and his father are former military so of course we also went to Pearl Harbor. I was not prepared for the emotional response that it evoked. So moving. Hard to believe that happened. We also drove up the street where you can see all the city lights, "Skyline Drive" or something like that.

We loved eating at Kua Aina! YUM! But now I don't eat beef so the burger with pineappel wouldn't be my choice anymore. Bill liked eating at the Big Kahuna.

When we were there they were having a triathalon that went right past our hotel (N.O.) and was exciting to watch. Since it was a business for Bill he didn't get to do as much as I did and I went many places on my own.

I also went to the Museum with the Plantarium, to Chinaman's hat, the blow-hole, and Pali Look-out

When we were there, there was some controvery regarding the Natatorium and what to do with that building. What did they ever decide?

You are so blessed to live in such a culturally rich environment. I wish I were in "Hawaii Nei." We love the music, as I have mentioned before. We have an Izzy CD, Keali R, some compilations and a Brothers Carim..... (Don't remember how to spell it.) I think with the weird week that I had that I need to "go to Hawaii" in the morning with the coffee and the coffee cups (Hilo Hattie freebies) and the music piped off of the internet from dabestmele.com

If I were interested in getting a few items from the International Market or similar place and sent you a check or money order, would you be willing to send them to your cyber-haole-friend? It would be easy for you to find items (Hawaiian silver charm of a Hula Dancer, 100% Kona coffee and maybe a garmet?) If you are not comfortable with that but know of a good internet resource please let me know; I will understand.

Hope you had fun on your camping trip!

Alhoa,

Frog

I had to start all the way back at Thursday morning’s posts just to get caught up. Whew!!! My eyes are crossing. I LOVE THIS BOARD!!!!! You all have so many great things to say. I truly cannot measure the support and inspiration I receive from each of you. If I haven’t said it for a while, THANKS!!!

Okay MELF---your Thursday post did it. I just read it and decided that first thing tomorrow Miss Maddie and I are headed for the track. We will do at least 1.5 miles to begin with and then see how are little feet feel after that. When you said that you felt so good and that you were no longer depressed, I finally “got it.” Moving my booty at top speed is going to do more than just help with weight loss. I know, many of you have been saying that for a LONG time, but I only heard it now. Thanks, MELF. I’ll commit to every other day Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday this week.

GLORY---Glad to see you are back on. We missed you! You’ll get those 4 pesky pounds off before you know it!!! We’re so glad you are back.


CATSRULE---So happy for you and your FOUR POUND loss. That’s awesome. You must feel great. Kind of makes you anxious for next WIW, huh?

DEB---Thanks for sharing your homemade peanut butter method. I’m going to try that, because I love pb. Paul just had some of the regular kind tonight (he is SO weak) and the thought of it made me wish I could indulge in a taste or two. But I didn’t. I really appreciated (and related) to what you said about SB being a WOE that does not make you feel deprived. For so long I poo-pooed SB thinking that I was going to have to eliminate carbs. Then I wised up and got the book and found out the truth. I agree with what you said. I’d like to hear more about Eli’s garlic, lemon and salt dip. Sounds yummy. Stinky, but yummy.

SPARKLE---I like you referring to this board as a magical corner. It is, isn’t it??? Kind of like a safe haven or a cozy, comfortable place to come to. I too, enjoy your writing. I liked what you said about getting more awake. And that’s true, this past fall when I was gaining most of my weight from weight watchers back, I really think I was in a dream like state. I certainly wasn’t in reality eating everything in sight and having to dig way back in the closet for those bigger sizes that I swore I’d never wear again. I swear, I could pull out at least three quote from your Thursday post and put them up on the bathroom mirror as “words to live by”. Keep talking, girl!!!! You are definitely helping me. Loved your list of ways to pamper ourselves.

BEE--- I love your whipped milk/ice cream type snack. That sounds like a great idea. I think I’ll have to give it a try. Have you made it lately???

FROG---Your pictures are great!!!! You look mahvelous, darling. I so enjy your tucked in shirt. I really want to be able to do that, but am way too self-conscious about my big beeeehind. Maybe I will try in ten more pounds. You and your sweetie pie are adorable. What a cute couple. Have to tell you that my sweet honey is also a red head. Aren’t we the lucky ones??? And Dixie is so great. I love chocolate labs. Really great dogs. Also wanted to say I’m sorry for the way things wen9 for you with your “friend”. Sometimes it takes us a while to see what’s really going on. I’d like to recommend a wonderful book to you. It’s Called the Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. One of the agreements is don’t take anything personal. He says that whenever something is said or done to you, it truly has NOTHING to do with you. Like if somebody were to come up to me and say “Kim, I really hate that haircut on you.” It truly would have nothing to do with me or my haircut. It’s all about something deep within them, so other sort of agreement that they made in their life. I just happened to be the trigger or the target of its manifestation. That probably doesn’t make any sense, but get the book. It’s got a great chapter in there on this whole concept.

BLOND---I sure will keep you in my thoughts and prayers concerning yoru surgery. Do you like yogurt??? That’s always a good nutritional thing to eat.

CATHY---You made a very important point. Thirty pounds can make the world of difference in your appearance. I have to keep that in mind. Good luck with your cleaning and your day one. I’ll be thinking of you and wishing you well. Your picture is adorable. I can relate with having very FEW full body pictures. I try to stay very far away from the camera. It’s good to put a face with your name.

ROSALIE---What’s your buddy name for Instant Messenger. I don’t have you on my buddy list yet. We’ve got to talk!!!!

GATOR---It takes my pages a long time to come in too. We have a super fast connection through our tv cable, but my machine is kind of old and a bit slower than the newer ones. When you get a half a page, do you try “refreshing”? Does that usually help? I have to wait for all the images to load before I can start to scroll down. It’s probalby because of all the picutres, but I don’t mind. Because I love seeing what everybody has added. Hop eyour party went well.

RODEO---My birthday is also November 20!!!!!! Great gals born in the eleventh month. We’ll have to have a cyber celebration!!!

BOB---Glad to hear you intervened with the Skeeter/Possum incident. One time Maddie had some sort of fairly large ground dwelling creature cornered in the neighbors back yard. Scarey because she just wanted to sniff and say hey and the critter was in panic mode. Thank god Maddie knows how to listen to me.

CHERI---Glad to hear you are in the no cheating mode with me. Let’s gather strength from each other and beat this thing. Okay??? That SB book is such a life saver. I have it sitting in the kitchen as a gentle reminder.

BEACH---So glad to hear you are in a size 12. Yippee and Yeehaw!!!!!!

BARBEE---Beating your original goal by SEVEN POUNDS is so wonderful. Good for you. You will be one hot mama at the wedding!!!!!!!!!

OVERCOME---That’s great that you scored big at Talbots. I love that store and am getting ready to make another visit. Not only did you get great clothes at wonderful savings, but you are in a SIZE FOUR!!!!!! How great is that? I’m so thrilled for you. Wear them in good health and with a big smile.

Well, it’s definitely time to hit the sack. See you on the flip side.
Take care.
Kim
185/173/139

Hi Everyone!:wave:

I'm trying this again! Boy, was I pist off, something happened with the phone line and totally cut me off AOL and I lost everything I had written, and it was a lot since I hadn't been on since yesterday, so here I go again, and hopefully, can get it on this time.

I'm sorry I was MIA since yesterday, it wasn't intentional. We got up to Boca Raton (means mouth of the rate, lovely city name, huh?) where we were going to meet VIV a bit after 1pm and went to kill some time at the mall before we were to meet her at 4pm at the nail salon. We walked through the mall and had lunch at Fridays (yuck). When we went to meet VIV, I had no idea what she looked like and we weeded out people as they entered the place. Finally, we figured it was her, as she had mentioned a dress she had bought. I must say, if you have any chance of meeting VIV, take advantage of doing so. Even though our time together was short, I really enjoyed meeting her, she's a great gal, and I can see where spending time with her could be loads of fun. I stayed and talked to her in the salon while Lauren and Sharon went next door to, where else, STARBUCKS. Don't think the gal who was doing her nails liked me being there, but too bad. Afterwards, we went 3 doors down to D'Lites and had a Carbolite softserve, we all had Kahlua and Vanilla-delicious! Thanks for the treat VIV! We were able to sit and speak a little while longer before she had to leave. It was getting late for her and she had to get ready to go to Temple and we had an hour and half ride home. She will be home tomorrow and I'm sure once she gets settled back at home and winds down from her vacation, she'll be back on the board!! I did take some pictures, but it's a brand new roll, so it's going to take time for me to get it used up and developed.

Anyhow, I was feeling a bit funky last night and vegged out on the coach most of the evening before going to bed, felt like I was coming down with something, but when I woke up this morning, felt fine, just a tad more tired than usual. So we went to a few garage sales, not much or many out there, guess due to spring break and people going away. Got a few things, nothing exciting. Got a cute T-shirt for $1 to walk in, says "Exercise daily, eat right, die anyways". When we got back home, Sharon did my nails (live in manicurist!) and then I started to feel sick, which I think is due to my TOM and how my funky hormones drop at the end of my period. So I went to make funny faces at the toilet and fell asleep for a few hours, now, I feel better, but still a bit tired.

Tonight, Eli's daughter had a Color Guard competition and we JUST GOT HOME! It was very long for these kids, and for us as well-had no idea I'd be out this late.

BTW, without scrolling back due to lack of time, whoever mentioned that GI article in Prevention, I got my copy yesterday and it was so nice to finally see a positive article on a low GI diet. If you have the chance to get a copy and read it, please try to do so.

VR, did have a nice time with VIV, but the pics won't be back for a while. How was Spy Kids, got a good review, though I thought it looked a little stupid-so would like to know what you thought of it. What did you get at Spgti Factory? I've read that book, and have seen her site (pretty good site). Let me know if you hear anything interesting.

RODEO, hmmm, go to the Calendar page for Oct. and tell me that's not you? Maybe another Rodeo Mom on here. Would hate not to have your right b.day for all the boards to see, so make sure you check it out. I sent you the hummus recipe. Let me know if you have any questions!

GLORY, again, I'm glad you are back, you had us all wondering. Don't worry about the few pounds that crept back, you'll lose them again, and this time, for good. I am doing a new updated BIO BOARD on Monday, so you can update yours then. Those little pics on the side, under your user name are called avatars, and then the other pics are gifs that you need to find to put on. This is all new to me, so I hope someone else out there will explain it to you better than I can-I did in my first post and it was nice and long, so if no one else does, I'll do it via e-mail:)

BEE, glad you were able to find the link and find who in your area carries the products. I like the strawberry and raspberry jam, but I know they have lots of other products as well. They are quite expensive here in the states, but well worth it. I've only tried those 2 things-let me know what you end up getting and how they are. Honestly, with the sugar incident, it tasted like someone poured a gallon of sugar in my mouth, it was gross! It stayed in my mouth even after I washed it out and gargaled-yuck!:eek: Not having any sugar until about 3 weeks ago, boy, your taste buds do change. Even with eating some SB legal chocolate, it's not so sweet, and still the 3 grams or less in the amount I eat, but having that sugar in my mouth, well, I honestly don't know how I once ingested such large amounts - there is a G-D!!! I know now I don't need, nor do I want that stuff any more. I've read Dr. Brand Miller's book but don't have it to compare with the other. There are definitely some differences, but I still to mostly SB rules-though I do put a couple of Montignacs rules into place.

MELF, I did remember going through a few swarms and having a few go up my nose! How I forgot that, well, age is setting in. My sister also likes unusual names for her kids, though my Nephew Sean got away with something normal. Her girls are Sterling, Ainsley and Madison. We all were not thrilled with her choices, but they do fit their names perfectly! Call the company that makes Carbolite and ask them who in your area sells their soft-serve, their number is toll free 1-800-524-4473. Most likely, only a larger HFS will have the agave nectar. I never heard of that concentrate. I can sympathize with the cake, my Mom and I tried to make some SB legal choc. merigues and followed the recipe to a T-the meringues ended up having to be a very thin chocolate cake-but it sure was delicious! Let me know if you ever make the angel food cake with real egg whites and how it comes out.

BIGO, you definitely got a lot more rain than we did-but anything at this time is helpful. I see in Sarasota, you pay different prices depending on how much consumption you use-wonder if they will do that here one day. I'd def. have to put a timer in the kids bathroom!

SPARKLE, thanks for posting your BIO on the BIO BOARD! What a difference in your BEFORE and INPROGRESS picture (I always think we are a work in progress). You've come a LONG WAY and you really should be proud of yourself! Thanks for the cheering, I am cheering for you and everyone else just as much-that's what the support of this board is all about!!!! I am in awe of what you are accomplishing in your life and wish I was there to cheer you on personally-you're making great strides in your life. As for your nails, I can tell you, until last month, I NEVER wore polish, my nails were splitting and ugly, now, I have them done every week, they are growing and getting harder and I like them now and look forward to taking care of them-little changes make big differences. I loved the little rewards you posted!:) Congrats on dealing with your Mom today-I have a Grandmother from **** I have to deal with at times. You can easily get the SB book used on the net. I really recommend the little SB shoppers guide. Both, you can get really cheap-the SB shoppers guide, I had a site that does free shipping if you are interested.

CHERI, yes, you are right Ole Ole is Mexian. They have a great Cobb Salad there, not something Mexican, but what I eat since I started SB. It's about an hour away from my house, but well worth the trip. They have the greatest salsa there as well. I know how it is when you don't get in your walks, two days of no walking for me, hoping tomorrow morning, but they are saying we should be getting really bad rains around 4am-hope they're wrong!

MELF, CONGRATS!!! 4 miles!!! 63 minutes!!! WAY TO GO!!! Do you wear a headset and listen to music when you go?? I do my own tapes with music with a fast beat and that gets me really going.

BEACH, glad to hear you had a good vacation and got things you needed to get done done. Congrats on being a size 12-and getting some new clothes for yourself. Hope you had a good time in Atlanta. Gosh how I pray that once I make goal, I'll be able to maintain as well as you have-you're inspiring!

FROG, sorry to hear about what's happening with your friend. I find sometimes, a little distance for a while helps. Don't let things like that get you down, as long as you know it's not something you did, then she is the one who may have some problems right now, and maybe they have nothing to do with you and she's just doing whatever she needs to do, and dealing with whatever in her own way-you know, people can be funny.

BARBEE, sorry I'm not there to help you out during this time, but boy, I think if I were, I'd been sleeping on the raft in the pool, or worse yet, out with the alligator in the pond!:eek: Congrats on getting down to 183-boy, is that not exciting! You MUST take a picture of you all gussied up to post on the board!!!! And an early HAPPY BIRTHDAY! What better person to be born on April Fools day than you!!!! Enjoy your day tomorrow!!! BTW, even VIV couldn't believe George wasn't 20 years younger than you!! We want that secret recipe of his!!!

LDBLOND, will happily send you the hummus recipe (will find your e-mail address later). Hummus is Middle Eastern and is basically a chick pea dish-usually eaten with pita bread. Other foods, creamed cottage cheese, yogurt, quiche-will think of more later.

OVERCOME, congrats-a size 4, woo hoo!!! Congrats! Maybe I'll have to check out Talbots one day, when I get some $$$$$. Okay, I have a small confession, I bought a pair of Anne Klein pants the other day, they are going back though, don't want to have them hemmed, by that time, they are too much money, they are silk, size 4-maybe I should keep them just for show! Frame them!! I know these run big, as I'm no more a size 4 than I am a 24!:lol: How much apple juice concentrate does the recipe call for for those cookies. Remember, that's very high on the GI, so hopefully, it won't take a lot. Better off with the agave nectar is you have some.

QUILTER, glad to hear your home is yours again and things are back to normal. Kudos for staying OP so well. Congrats on that other pound loss, I think you must of sent it to me!:rolleyes:

ROSALIE, looks like Eli isn't going to get to Toronto either this time, just Montreal. He decided it was too much between the 2 sisters this time, so he's going to make another time to see his sister that lives near Toronto, maybe in May-if so, I may go with him then-will let you know if I do, if he does:)

IAMAP, glad to hear you are getting in some walking. Let me know if you find anything that's good for thighs, mine need major help!!!!

Well gals, it's late, I'm tired and it's time for bed. I'll check in sometime tomorrow.

Hope you are all having a great weekend!

Debbie
194/133/129
Miami, FL

Hi Kim

My AOL Buddy name is RosalieTor. I have put it on the AOL Buddy Board. I also have MSN Instant Messenger. My name there is ROSALIE.

Hope to speak to you sometime soon.

Marie :)

MORNNG EVERYBUDDY :D

FROG CONGRATS ON THE DUKE WIN!! I just hope they can do it against ARIZONA I'll keep my fingers crossed.
You've got me wanting to go to the ISLANDS! with that description of your vacation~~~


MARY: I hope this hour jump doesn't effect your rest...I always hated when I had to be at work at 7am the next morning!
The cleaning is moving along. I'm in a KIM mode and am throwing everything out that isn't used. I am QUEEN of the PACKRATS and there is so much I don't need. SO WHY KEEP IT????

ASHLEY: Glad you found the WILEY'S...YOU WON'T BE SORRY!!

LAURIE Wasn't that rain something? We got another dousing last night! Glad you still got your walking in though. Try raising the incline on the TM..this should help with the thighs.

DEB Girl you've been busy...you are probably run down and NEED REST I know you have a problem every month, but you've got to SLOW DOWN!!
Glad you enjoyed VIV..Hope she has calmed down some.

Hope I didn't miss anyone...Off to WALMART about to start the QUIT SMOKING routine and have to pick up my patches. I'm not doing this alone...one of my friends from work is starting tomorrow too, so we can help each other.....$30.00 a carton! just think how many green beans that could buy....or better yet....CHICKEN!!!

Frog since you're pining for Hawaii, this attachment is for YOU!

Later
BOB

HAPPY SUNDAY MORNING. Actually afternoon, but can’t get used to the time change. Eeek. But it will be nice to have longer evenings with light. More walking time, right gals???? As soon as I finish this post and going to take Maddie to the track and do two miles. I’m glad to hear how you all time yourselves. I will have to make an exercise chart and keep track. Any suggestions??? Just distance and time? I have to admit that I did finally vote on the pole and I am one of the two NEVERS. Yes, it’s me. Sorry to bring down the stats. But I HATED admitting that in such a public place. So here’s my question . . . can we have that same polling question some time down the road (like three or four months) so I can revote with a more positive response. I do think it would be interesting to compare the responses later on with the ones from this week. Just an idea. I’m feeling guilty.

DEB---Sorry to hear that you aren’t feeling very well. Hope it’s not another flu bug that bit you in the ***. (What is it with bugs bothering everyone flying where they are not supposed to be?) Anyways, hope you feel back to your old self soon. I was glad to see the number for Carbolite. Had never heard of it before this board and am wondering where I can get it. As always you come through!!!

BOB---Glad to see that the old purge bug has bitten you too. It’s such a liberating feeling to see floor space where there used to be none. Good luck and keep it up. The garbage men probably hate us, but who cares?? Good luck on the NS efforts. You can do it!!! Not easy, but well worth it. Send our well wishes to your friend too. Hey, loved the hula girl. Where did you find my picture???

Well time to move this big old butt. BTW, my sister in law really loved our chat on Thursday night. She was howling with laughter. I think it made her think differently about chats and meeting people on the internet. So glad to see so many people on board that night. Better go. It was raining earlier, but the sun is trying to break through. Yippee!!! Hope it doesn’t change its mind in the next couple of hours!
Take care, everyone!
Kim
185/173/139

Moi Again!:wave:

Didn't get in my walk. By the time it cleared up I had no energy. The desire was there but I honestly think I am coming down with something again-though Eli says I never really must of gotten rid of the first sickness I had in February. So, I'm still in my nightie, though I am going to get showered and dressed in a bit-associate night at JCPenney so I'm taking Lauren, maybe Michael and gosh knows who else to go shopping since we get 40% off everything, even clearance. I don't need a thing, but will go for others that do.

QUILTER, we posted at the same exact time last night-guess we were both burning the midnight oil. I made PB this morning and thought of you:) Eli's garlic dip, just take a little salt and put a clove of garlic together into a mortar and smash with a pestle, then add the juice of one lemon, add a little water if needed. He makes a lot of it, so just add more to get the amount. No recipe, just eyes it. He also make a garlic dip that looks like mayo-talk about a stinking rose!:eek: For exercise, just get out there and do what you can, worry about time and distance later, just get into the groove of going first. Maddie is going to love you for this!

BIGO, HOORAY! You're quiting smoking! Good for you. I'm behind you 110% percent! Just think about how much money you'll have for little jaunts to see other SB people-or how much you'll have to come to garage sales with me one day! You need one of those little jars I see at craft/art shows that you can put your spare change into that says cute things like "ashes of ex husbands"-though one catchy for a new non-smoker.

Please note, I have started a new BIO BOARD. There are no changes at all on there, we are just updating it so the current members are on there and people who are no longer participating on the board, instead of deleting them, will have to relist themselves should they want to come back and join us again. Just a way to keep the board current. If you have nothing to change in your information, copy and paste your BIO from the old board into the new board. Try to make sure your spacing is correct, sometimes it isn't, not that it's major, just easier to read. Please try to get your BIO posted as soon as you are able to do so. Here is the link to the NEW BIO BOARD:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?postid=34144#post34144

Check in with you all this evening. Remember, tomorrow starts the new weekly board and it's MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY so if you have any words of wisdom or inspiration, please, try to post them tomorrow!

Toodles!

Debbie
194/133/129
Miami, FL

DEB---Thanks for the encouragement. We did get out there today and walked two miles. Your advice about not keeping track of time is a good one. I'll be sure and take it. Shooting for Tuesday & Thursday after work. We have this great park with a half mile oval track that has plenty of hills to make it extra interesting. Maddie loves it . . . you're right about that. Will try Eli's garlic, lemon dip. Sounds wonderful. What else do you eat it with? Or is it just for artichokes.

CHERI---Enjoyed our chat this morning. We seem to always find something in common. Funny, huh? Hey, I may come to Indiana for Memorial Day weekend. I know that's pretty far ahead, but as it stands now those are my plans. DH is headed for St. Louis to play with his bros. So I will most likely be in Indy. I hope we meet before then, but just wanted you to "pencil" me in for some time that weekend if you are home. Tell Mom I said "Good luck."

Now Maddie and I are headed for the back yard to do some more spring cleaning. She loves overseeing my outdoor work! It turned out to be a beautiful day here although it started off rainy. Bit chilly, but not unbearable!

Have a great day to everyone.
Take care and talk to you later.
Kim
185/173/139

Ok SB gang, I have survived my weekend with a house full of teenage boys so now I am thinking about tomorrow as it will be my first real day on SB. I have eaten so much sugar this weekend (teenagers = food) so I will probably have withdrawals from the sugar over the next few days again.

I was just thinking about breakfast tomorrow and looking for some good ideas.....

Can ya'll give me some ideas of some of the things that yall enjoy eating for breakfast on SB???

I also checked out that radiantrecovery.com that someone mentioned on the board and found lots of interesting info there about sugar.

I would love to hear about what yall enjoy having for breakfast.

Thanks,
cathy

Hi Cathy-
My new favorite thing for breakfast is regular oatmeal (not instant) prepared on the stove with skim milk. Then I squirt two tbls. of no sugar maple syrup in it. I love it!

I also have been know to have a peanut butter and jelly sandwich using all legal ingredients, including low sugar pb, spreadable fruit, and sgww bread!

Hope this helps!!
Ashley

Cathy---I was hooked on cottage cheese and triscuits for breakfast, but have moved that to lunch. What I LOVE right now for breakfast is yogurt (sweetened with aspartame) and puffed Kashi cereal. Don't use milk on the cereal, just the yogurt. Also remember that eggs are okay. Some of the gals use the Egg Beaters to cut down on the fat. But a scrambled egg and piece of sgww toast is a great way to start the morning. You could even do a breakfast burrito with a ww tortilla. Add a little cheese and you're good to go.

Also I usually eat an apple as soon as I get up. Then have the rest of my breakfast after I have showered. It's good to get those apples into our diets.

Good luck. Please post tomorrow night and let us know how it went for you!
Take care!
Kim
185/173/139

EVENING EVERYBUDDY :D

I got my patches today, and am ready to start in the morning!

I'll warn you in advance to PLEASE not take any edge you might hear in my posts personal! I'm sure that in the course of this MISSION, I'm bound to snipat someone....

DEB:I'm with Eli, you probably didn't completely shake the last bout of flu. The strain that is currently in FLA can reoccur in up to three months time..
THIS TIME, take it easy and GET SOME REST put the kids to work in the house and just lay around as much as you can.....and take your GRANDMOTHER'S ADVICE from when you were a child......eat your chicken soup

CATHY I eat what ever is around....might be bacon and eggs, eggs and pork chop, UNCLE SAM'S CEREAL, leftovers....whatever hits my fancy...

WELL CHILDREN.....I'm headed off to recline.....my tired old butt is dragging....This is the time change that I never get used to...

Watch the CBS movie tonight...AND NEVER LET HER GO It's a true storey...I first saw the news storey on CITY CONFIDENTIAL on A&E

BOB

Two things I have tried recently:

1. Two scrambled eggs in SGWW pita bread.

2. Scrambled eggs with cold cuts, either roast beef or ham.

I also like hot oat bran cereal with frozen berries, either raspberries or blueberries. I usual heat the berries in the microwave and add to the cooked oat bran.

Marie.

Evening Everyone!:wave:

I don't know where the day went, here it is almost 9:30pm and we just had dinner-I hate eating so late, but totally lost track of the time today.

QUILTER, glad to hear you got that walk in, and 2 miles nonetheless-that's great! Eli use to walk with me long ago and I loved it, but he has no interest, nor the time, to do so now. It was never a fast walk, but it was always nice to talk during this time. Now, it's just me and my headset, listening to some funky music and movin' those hips as fast as I can! :lol: I must be such a sight for those poor drivers who pass/almost hit me! We use that garlic blend when making chicken. Lebanese LOVE garlic, so it's in most everything we make at home. When you want some yogurt and fruit, I take plain yogurt (low fat) and take some frozen mixed berries and let them thaw on a plate, take the fruit and juices and mix it into the yogurt, if you need sweetener, just add a tad-lots better tasting and healthier for you too!:D

CATHYCATHY, good luck tomorrow, just stick with us and you'll do great. I have a list of breakfast ideas if you want to e-mail me with your address, I'll e-mail them to you. Personally, I have a piece of fruit, followed later by either eggbeaters with cheese and a slice of toast, or possibly some cereal and milk. There are tons of possible breakfast ideas out there so you'll NEVER get bored!

OVERCOME, have you tried making your own PB? It's delicious!!!

BIGO, good luck tomorrow, you'll do great! 3 months, no way! I'm back to yellow gunk:( This is NOT fun! Put the kids to work, LOL!!!!!:lol:

Okay gals, that's all for me tonight, going to make my bed (love getting into a freshly made bed) and then hit the hay. I'll be back on early tomorrow morning to start the new board for the week.

Nite!:dz:

Debbie
194/133/129
Miami, FL

OVERCOME, I bought Plus+3 Apple juice concentrate, it's in a carton on the grocer shelf next to can juices with only 15 gms of sugar, all natural. I used it in the Cocoa Angel Food recipe that Debbie had posted. Are you going to post that cookie recipe?? Would be interested in trying it.

QUILTER, You did 2 miles on your 1st walk!! :smoking: FANTASTIC! I HEARD the determination in that note! That's great Kim, I know that you will feel better after you get into the walking. Just ask Debelli. She's the one that motivated me! That's what we're all here for... each other! I :love: this board too. I can't wait to get home & catch up with the reading, to know how everyone is doing. Second to walking that is...hehehe I'll be out there tomorrow after work. I'll be routing for you on that track. Miss Maddie will enjoy it too, I'm sure.

DEBELLI, Thanks for the 1-800 # for Carbolite. In talking with my vegetarian friend at work yesterday, she told me she's pretty sure the HFS she frequents in Lafayette carries it, so I will be checking there, but will also call that # to check if there are other places nearby. I definitely plan to try that angel food cake recipe again & will let you know how it turns out. So glad that you had a chance to meet with Viv. No, I don't have a headset. I've thought about it, but I just walk & enjoy the scenery, pray, sing, whatever fits the day.

BOB, Congrats on the decision to QUIT smoking! :smoking: That's great. hey, want to come help me clean when you're finished over your way? :lol: I need to seriously do some spring cleaning here too & I need to start in MY closet. Yea, that short night last night was not what I needed, especially before a day like today! We had a rough one, but I survived it & am hoping to get to bed as soon as I finish this post. Got only 8 hrs tomorrow, then it's off to my walking! And with the time change I think I'll still be able to walk after a 12 hr shift which will be nice.

CATHY1, Lately I have been having the cottage cheese with Fiber one cereal with just a dash of cinnamon in it. I also like to do a roll-up with a WW tortilla, egg & cheese. A toasted slice of Ezekiel bread with PB & all fruit jam is filling & quick also. Congrats on starting this WOE. We're pulling for you & RodeoMom as you jump on the wagon with all of us

Well, I don't guess I'll make it to bed early again tonight cause I just noticed the time. See you'll on the new board tomorrow evening. Have a great Monday everyone! :wave:

Evening all :)

I've been waiting to get on the computer all evening. I was baby sitting two of the grandchildren to-day. Took them to McDonalds for lunch. I decided to have my lunch before we left so I wouldn't be tempted when we were there. They had their happy meal and I had a coffee. Spent about an hour with them in the play area. My sons are building a new deck on our cottage and they and my dil were preparing the lumber, sanding and painting etc. Now I can look forward to going to the cottage this year as I will be able to sit ouside without being eaten alive by the black flies and mosquitoes. Most of the afternoon one of the kids was on my computer playing games. Anyway they've all left now so all is peace and quiet again and I've got my toy back. I did manage to do half of my walking video while the kids were here - managed to do 1 mile. I didn't get anything done yesterday as I was working all day. Have to try and make up for it tomorrow. Hope to do one of my exercise videos in the morning and I have badminton in the afternoon.

Gator - How was your pot luck dinner?

Chris - Hope you had a good time on your camping trip. Glad you didn't succumb to your mother when she was pushing that food at you. Maybe she will be more understanding now that she knows about this woe.

Lamap - Way to go with the walking. Two of the exercise videos I use have exercises for the thighs. One is Denise Austins TARGET TONER and the other one is Leslie Sansones FIRM UP FAST. Both are floor exercises and are good for toning the thigh muscles.

Frog - Sounds like you had a wonderful time when you visited Hawaii - makes me want to go there for a visit. I visited that Hawaiin site you mentioned but I wasn't able to play the music. I saved the page like they said to do and have Realplayer 8 as they suggested but I couldn't get it to work. Have you any ideas of what I should do to get it to work?

Kim - Good to hear you are going to start walking. Wish I could join you! Soon as the weather warms up here I think I will be out there walking. It's O.K. to have the exercise videos for the winter months but there is nothing like getting out in the fresh air. I remember the exhilaration I used to feel when I went cross-country skiing. I liked your comment to Frog about the tucked in shirt. That's something I would LOVE to be able to do again. But quite a few more pounds to lose before I'll be doing that. Don't worry about bringing down the stats on the POLL. The important thing is that you have now started a walking program and it sounds like you have made a good start with 2 miles to-day.

Beach - Hope you enjoyed your trip to Atlanta. Sounds like you had a good weeks vacation at home. Isn't it great sometimes to be able to do things at leisure and catch up on things you don't have time to do when working every day.

Deb - Hope you are feeling better. It would be great if you could come with Eli if he visits his sister here. Would love to meet you.

BOB - Good luck with QUITTING SMOKING - just remember not to sneak a cigarette while you have the patch on. I KNOW you KNOW not too but some people do and it IS NOT SAFE to do so.

Melf - Hope you have an easier day at work tomorrow. Good for you being so ambitious with the walking, particularly after 12 hour shifts. I should be around tomorrow evening if you feel like chatting.

Goodnite and have a good Monday everyone. :wave:

Marie.

Hey Busters!

Hope the weekend was kind to everyone!

Barbee - Hope you can slow down enough to enjoy the wedding activities. Delegate when you can! Try and enjoy it as much as you can and make some time for yourself!! Hope you had a great birthday today. Great job on 183!!! Just remember to eat 'cause you'll need your strength!

Beach - I sure admire your ability to maintain in the real world! I think you should put together a few tips that you use so that as others reach their goals your experiences can help them, also.

BOB - My husband quit smoking almost one year ago, after years of my DS and I nagging. He started by using the gum for a few days and then just went cold turkey. His hardest time is when he has a drink, but he's managed to stay with it. I can see lots of health benefits for him and I know you will too. Since stopping, he's put on some weight, so he's kind of doing SB with me, but actually "his" version. He has lost about 12-14 pounds, too. You will be successful and reach your goal. I know you can do it! No one invites you to their house to smoke, no one takes you out for a smoke on your birthday, no one makes you a special cigarette to celebrate an achievement. My point being that you don't need them and your body was never intended to process them. I'll be saying a special prayer for your success!!

Cathy - The other day for breakfast I toasted some SGWW bread, spread it with fat-free cottage cheese, and then sprinked on some cinnamon and Splenda. It's crunchy and creamy at the same time with that sugar/cinnamon taste. Yum! Cereal with yogurt instead of milk is a great idea, also. Kind of like that one yogurt that comes with the little packet of granola or crunchies on top, but MUCH healthier! But really, eat what appeals to you, within the SB plan. If it contains protein, it will keep you from getting hungry for a long time, too.

Deb - Take care of yourself and get as much rest as you can to let your body fight off the bug!

Quilter - Your commitment to this WOE has reinspired me. I'm doing much better now myself, and I really think it's because of all the support on the board and reading the posts.

I noticed something really unusual about my weight loss pattern. When I first started SB, I remember the first week I had to get up in the middle of the night to use the bathroom. That is so unlike me. But I lost 5-6 pounds that first week. The last two weeks I have yo-yo'd back and forth a few pounds. Well, the last couple of nights I've had to get up in the night again, and now the scale is down 3-4 pounds. Just seems kind of strange. Maybe it was a legitimate plateau and now it's broken. I'm not complaining as long as the scale keeps saying the lower numbers!!!!

This will be a busy week for me so don't know that I'll post much. I made lasagne tonight with WW pasta. It's a really easy recipe where you don't cook the noodles but you make it and leave it in the fridge for a day before cooking it. It will be interesting to see if the noodles will make a difference in how it turns out. If anyone needs a recipe like this, I can post it on the recipe board.

Have a great SB week everyone, and I'll be lurking throughout the week!

Karen

Hi Everyone. I haven't been around in such a long time. I'm so frustrated with this WOE I could scream, so I've avoided the boards. I need your help and encouragement. I am still 3# up from my lowest, and am the same weight I was in the middle of JANUARY!!
:-( This weekend I cheated some, just out of pure rebellion and anger. Nothing huge, but a few corn chips at a Mexican restaurant and things like that. Even when I'm being 'good', I want to snack all the time, but the stuff I can have isn't satisifying. I don't even know what I really want. AND, we're leaving for Utah to visit my inlaws for 4 days, and I KNOW staying on program will be impossible. I was really hoping to drop some weight before leaving. I just can't imagine why I'm not losing. I DO eat a lot of beef and probably not enough fruits and veggies. I don't enjoy foods like chili or anything that has tomatoe base, so most vegetarian meals are out for me. I eat fish and chicken too, but again I think my portion size is an issue. But I can't help shake the feeling that just eliminating the junk food that I was used to eating would create a weight loss. Anyway, there you have it. I'll try to get my act together this week and write down what I'm eating. I know Debbie really recommends that. I'll give it a try and post my results. Till then

I think we can all relate to your post. You were right to post what you are feeling, 'cause sometimes that can release it from your spirit and you can get back on track.

Part of being successful is being mentally "ready" to succeed. Finally, I think I am "ready." Don't know why this time is different, but I am seeing success where before there wasn't anything I would stick to for more than a day or two. Maybe it is the plan itself; because I can accept it as livable, it feeds into my perception of being "ready." Whatever it is, I hope it lasts! I was feeling like you last Monday and Tuesday, but the other great women on this board helped me snap out of it. I hope we can do the same for you!

Karen

Frog

Please ignore the question in my previous post about the Hawiian Music site. :o I have since got it to work and am now sitting listening to some beautiful music.

Marie.

Hi THE BIG ORANGE BABE...I lost you when the thread we were on didn't get no more replies hahaha

I know y'all don't know me from Adam but I thought I'd suggest something here...
You all are mentioning aspartine on stuff. I don't use it cause I don't want "plastic sugar" ...but what you can try (it's a wee bit expensive) is Splenda...it's not artificial cause it's somehow made from sugar but has NO sugar in it. I thought I'd have to have hubby hunt it down in a health store but we lucked out...We found it in WalMart

It's Monday, time for the new weekly board to start!

Here's the link for the new board, just click on it and it will take you right there!


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=3806

SEE YOU ON THE NEW BOARD!!!!:)