Okay. I know there are tons of posts I'd like to comment on, but I'm starting with today and will just keep up from here. I took notes so here goes!
Kristie..I thought you went to Citrus Park b/c you're in Temple Terrace so I didn't even mention that I go to Brandon, but I surely do! We should meet up there someday. I try to go Monday and Thursday but end up going Saturday mornings a lot just to check in. I agree, I REALLY love the girls there but they are so damn perky I just laugh most of the time!
They are so motivational I think, but I'm getting a bit tired of them trying to "sell" more stuff to me! UGH! Good luck with the cravings. It's hard, but we get through it.
Christie..You will be that hot grandma someday!
That reminds me of the movie "The 40 Year Old Virgin" and how the girlfriend was a "hot grandma".
I'm glad you have your meds straightened out and that even though you've had a tough road lately, you're still keeping at it.
Oreoparent..WOW. You've had some horrible health issues and you're still sticking to it! That is so awesome. I'm glad you were able to find foods that work for you. I wondered why you couldn't have salads, but now I understand. How hard that must be with not many food choices, but I'm glad you're doing MRC and being able to eat healthier.
Raemi..Just keep your chin up. YOU CAN DO THIS and like our center always says "YOU DESERVE THIS"! Keep posting here for more encouragement. This is such a great group.
Crystal..YAY for looking better than SIL. That is too funny. I have a neighbor who I call my "perfect neighbor" and I'd like to look better than her. Since I have a better personality, just a slight change in my figure should do the trick!
(she's not always very nice either, although I really just think she's not happy, but that's another story all together).
Kathy..Thanks for the post on plateaus. I know that's probably my issue right now, but I've been here at the same weight for at least a week now (down a pound and back up again). I'll WI tomorrow, so hopefully I'll be back on track.
Shineon..Yes, we have to worry about taking care of ourselves first. We have to be happy in order to help others be happy. Thanks for the diabetes and caffeine info. I, too, have a family history of diabetes and had Gestational Diabetes with both pregnancies. My grandpa passed away 12/31 due to complications, my dad has diabetes, my other grandpa had diabetes and my step-father died almost a year ago b/c of diabetes issues as well. That's my main motivation for starting MRC. Thanks for reminding me how important it is to follow the rules. I know they're given for a reason.
Meemo..Congrats on your new grandaughter. Can you tell us her name?? I'm so glad you got to be there for her birth. My mom was there for both of my girls labor/delivery and I'm so glad she got to be a part of it. Thanks for the caffeine info. I'm not really sure if it's the caffeine, or just the coffee. What decaf do you like? I think I have Foldgers @ work (can't remember, really).
Keri..Wow, it seems a lot of people here suffer from depression. I hope you have the proper care and meds if you need them. I don't think there has to be a specific reason that we gain weight or can't stay away from food. I started gaining in college b/c I wasn't as physically active any more and it just went on from there. I think once I was out of high school I didn't really care what others thought of how I looked and I loved to eat, so that's what I did. I'm sure there may be some underlying issues, but I really don't think that those issues CAUSED me to gain weight. I think, for me, there were probably issues that caused me to NOT LOSE the weight. Things that stopped me from following through. I'm glad I have that mostly under control now. YUCK about those tests. We have the FCATS here in Florida. I hope your kids didn't stress too much. I know how much pressure there is on those tests these days due to budget cuts and educational spending.
Goal4Life..Great pics on your blog. You look great. I need to get some "before" pics taken. I had dh take some but they were of me in my panties (covering my top area), so I don't think I'll share them on a blog!
Nickie..I have a note here that says "WIN OVER DEPRESSION". Oh, yea..keep winning (I went back and read your posts
). Keep winning and keep buying those earrings. Redecorate your house as many times as you need to! Just keep up the great work!
Alexia..I'm glad you're getting back on track. Did you take the kids with you jogging/running? I'm glad the day got better for you.
Okay..I'll post again with my daily update..This is long enough.
Rocki