Hi Everyone!
We just got home. We went to my Mom's house to get some of DH's taxidermy animals and took them to the farm. We will take another load tomorrow. At least they are not coming home with us.
Our worker at the shop had his colonoscopy and upper GI tests done today. They did not find a problem. They are suppose to call him back to swallow the camera for the lower stomach test. The Dr. said there are rare cancer's that can show up in that area. He is more inclined to think it is a ulcer, though. Hoping it's the most minor of all complications.
Ian Good job on the pound! I think it's a great idea to change things up at that interval. Some people change too often and others do the same thing forever. I think that a good amount of time. I think the cardio (running) is a good thing. Keep in mind, everyone is different. Based on
my research, I did mostly cardio but added in weights to maintain my muscle mass. My thoughts are that it's hard to build a lot of muscle when your are dieting (eating at a deficit). You need excess calories to build muscle. The body will not efficiently do both, lose weight and gain muscle. I'm not saying it can't/won't happen. I am saying it won't do it efficiently. So that's why I think cardio is very important when losing weight. Again, you still need strength training to maintain your muscles so they don't atrophy during weight loss. Again, everyone is different. Some people respond better to weight training all the way around. Have a safe trip to Turkey and keep us updated.
HungryHungryHippo Congrats on the green light for your surgery!
Magical I think that term does sound familiar for the elliptical
I don't go to the gym any longer, but that machine was a favorite of mine.
Mamakat As you can see from my post above he has to do the camera thing next. Just like you. I think you need to rent yourself out for home repairs.
I hope your day went well.
Psychic You cut a lot off! How do you like it? I am still growing mine. One good hair day followed by one bad.
Good job on the 177.
Wannabfitnessbuff I think the protein will make all the difference for you. I have heard of people doing Insanity and they start craving carbs. They start eating the carbs and then they drop out of the program for some reason. They just can't continue. The extra protein does something for your that keeps your going. Hang in there.
Elvislover You keep hanging in there. You can do this. There are certain numbers that seem harder than others. I had problems with the 230's and then getting below 200 and staying there. I kept bouncing back up. It was like a nightmare. You can do it though. You have the strength and determination in you.
Syckgirlsfv The Greek yogurt and asparagus (not together
) sound delish. Now you are in the sugar snap peas! I have been craving them in the last couple of weeks.
Tinnykins Thank you. I love seeing people succeed at this crazy weight loss thing. I hope you had a great day!
Misti Thank you for checking in. Glad you continue to do well with your recovery.
Chronostasis Congrats on the 25 pounds!
Tuscany I'm glad your toe is better and you didn't get sidelined because of it.
Radiojane Yay about the dress! I'm so glad to hear it will all work out for you.
GMNEVO Hi and Welcome to the check-in!
You should be getting plenty of walking in. Just make the best food choices that you can and stay as active as you can. You will do fine. Get right back on track when you get home. Congrats on your weight loss, so far.
with all the hard work you have done. Keep working it. 
You just made my day!! That cheer was just what I needed right now!
I chose donuts for dinner instead of what I made everyone else....they had dinner AND donuts ....and I had 3 donuts 
