Let's Support Each Other V, we keep filling up a thread and starting again!!!!!

[derrydaughter]

I hope your Granny is ok, Dawney, such a rough time of year to experience this.
We need to forgive ourselves for comfort and celebration eating right now. We are totally committed to our weigh loss journies, respectively, and this is only one week out of 52 weeks.
I hope Granny makes it through Christmas for your family's sake, Dawney.
I may not be posting as much this week, either, as time gets closer and closer to Christmas, we'll just wait and see.
Take care all!
Linda

[Emerald]

Hello all! I'm back from a challenging weekend! We have moved pretty much everything - just about a basket full of things left to grab as we clean. We had 2 adults and 3 high school football players moving the big things Saturday and knocked it out in an hour and a half! Those guys are great. Then we went to my mother's for the Christmas feast and gift exchange. I got my new home PC! We should have internet service switched over today so I will try it out tonight. When we got home last night, I got it mostly set up, but still need to add the speakers and other extras. As for the food... well, I'll start again at new year's And, I brought home leftovers, as I have not been to the grocery and am not sure I can find the food in our kitchen yet! Lots of seafood though, so maybe it won't be too bad.

Tonight, we start cleaning on the old apartment. NOT looking forward to it. I just wanna play in the new place! But, it will be good exercise and we need that security deposit transferred! I figure if we work on it each afternoon, we should be done by Christmas and just start enjoying ourselves!

Dawny - My best wishes to you and your family. I know from experience that this is a hard time. I say that if a brownie gives you some peace right now, no harm. Just remember how close you are to goal and maybe you won't slide too far backwards.

Linda - Sounds like a good Christmas gathering. Good luck with the leftovers!

Nat - You seem to have a good plan to enjoy the food, but not go away feeling stuffed. That really is best. Did your mom ever wrangle you to the doctor for your fainting?? And congrats on the addition to your family!

Well, I was running late this morning, and like I said, I have not been to the grocery, so I'm enjoying a nab pack of peanut butter and crackers for breakfast. I think moving is so much exercise because we need it with the lack of healthy food we grab!

[derrydaughter]

Someone on another thread I am on quoted Yoda from Starwars and I have added it to my signature line this week. It's really got me thinking! I love that do or do nothing, there is no try thing so much, it's actually affected my morning! I was going to skip my ww meeting as I've got so much holiday stuff to do. I will use my "no weigh in pass" today, but still will go.... the "no weigh in pass" is more because I am wearing really heavy and warm clothing today - it's freezing here, wind chills below zero and only 1 degree F outside....my normal weigh in outfit it truly a summer outfit, no way will I be wearing that today, I'm all bundled up and don't care to weigh in, just need the motivation!
I did a work out yesterday, I got on my treadmill and I tried to eat right, but lost it with the cookies and muffins.... but I'm not giving up! I even shoveled snow yesterday as well, it was a really awful day here weatherwise, but I didn't completely blow ALL of it. I had a long drive in icy conditions, though, and when I got home all cold and achy from being on "red alert" for three hours in my car, I needed comfort food. It was totally an emotional thing and I didn't even care about what I ate. So, the battle continues!
Glad the move is almost done, Melanie!
Linda

[sugar_cane]

Hey girls!
Just a quick note from me today, to inform you about my doctor's appointment. I went to my GP this afternoon, I wanted him to prescribe some blood and urine tests for me to take. I told him about my problem and he told me to visit a gynaecologist, and he also suggested that it might be a hormonal thing and maybe I should start taking the pill. Now, I have some questions for you, if you can help me: Does starting the pill make you put on weight? Does it increase the breasts size? (I wish! ) Can it cause cancer? I know they're probably stupid questions, but I'd like some help if you can, in case I start taking it.

Dawny, all my warmest wishes to your grandmother, I hope things aren't that bad, at least for the holiday season, it must be really hard for you. Take care.

Food-wise I'm not doing very well, I'm trying though! I hope you're all doing well! I liked the Yoda quote Linda, very inspirational! And good job on moving Melanie, I bet you're excited!!

Take care ladies!!

[derrydaughter]

Natalie, I don't think the pill can cause cancer, directly, but combined with other unhealthy things, like smoking, it can increase risk factors. It can contribute to things like vericose veins and some weight gain. Ask for a low dose pill if you have that option. Considering what you are going through with your periods, I think the slight gain in weigh or other things are minor compared to the way it can help you.
I also would try to not stay on it for a long period of time. I have a friend who has been on the pill for probably over 20 years and I worry about her. I think if you are on it for a year, it might be best to go off for 6 months and then go on it again for a year, etc. Rotate, give your body a rest, etc.
It's a very conveinent form of birth control and can be very helpful with "female" problems, but I worry about taking it for a very long time period. I've been on it a few times and it's not been a problem for me, but everyone reacts differently.
I have continued to think of Yoda today and I think you are right, Nat, about it being inspirational. The word "try" can be negative if you think about it. If you say "I'll do it" vs. "I'll try", it sets up your mind differently! So, we need to think more like that! Never saying "if I get to goal", always saying "when I get to goal".
I went to my ww meeting this morning and passed on my weigh in. I know I gained a bit and as I was wearing the heavy warm clothing, it was pointless to even bother to get on the scale. But, I am glad I went to this meeting. Most of the meeting was focused on exercise and trying to be more physically active. Our leader kind of said "I know you'll eat over the holiday and so will I". She said "just try to think ahead and be smart about the choices you make and add some extra walks". She asked us all for suggestions as far as how to get extra activity in over the next week and that was good.
So, I shall be setting up my mind and thinking about acitivity.
Hope all is well with the rest of you, especially your granny, Dawny.
Linda

[sugar_cane]

Oh god, I'm really worrying right now... It's not your fault Linda, but what you said upset me. I smoke, so I really can't afford to increase the risk factors for cancer. And I really don't want a weight gain, it will be terrible psychologically for me, I don't want to go through the same emotional stuff I've been going through for years. I really, really, hope the gynaecologist won't prescribe the pill, I'd rather faint once a month. I know it sounds stupid, but I have things finally sorted out in my life, for the first time, and I don't want to destroy everything. I really, really hope I'll be able to avoid the pill. I'll let you know what happens. Thanks for the response Linda.

[derrydaughter]

Please don't take this as a "lecture", though maybe it is, Nat, if you can smoke a cigarette, knowing the risk factors, how different would taking the pill be in the end? The pill, at least, would give you some help.
Maybe it's a message that quitting smoking is a good choice? Hmmm......
The thing I think you need to do right now it have a very serious chat with your doctor and also start some research on line.
I wish you luck with this!
I'm goofing off on the computer this morning when I should be working out... time to get off line and get to work!!!!
Linda

[Emerald]

Nat – Step back and take a deep breath. No reason to panic over the pill! I’ve been taking it for 2 years, first for hypo-something ovarian syndrome, and later because I got married. I take Yasmine and I’ve been doing great on it (I’m a smoker too… ), but everyone is different and every pill is different. A lot of the risks and problems we associate “the pill” with are from the ones our mothers and grandmothers had available. The newer models are much more compatible with our bodies. People stay on them for years with no problem. Make a list of your questions and concerns and talk to your GYN about it. I’m sure he/she will put you at ease.

Wow, Linda! Exercising this close to Christmas! I’m hung it up until the first of the year. Or maybe next week. First, I have to move enough boxes around to find the floor! I guess my moving might constitute exercising. We still have to steam clean one room and a stair case, take nails out from where I had décor, and give the kitchen floor one more scrubbing. I should be able to get those things done tonight as DH works on the windows and binds. I keep thinking that I’m not the best housekeeper in the world, but GEEZ, the dust bunnies you find when moving!!

Well, I hope everyone is ready for Christmas! I’m thrilled we will be spending it in our new home, but just found out that DH has to work the 24th and maybe part of the 25th!! And with the snow in the forecast, I might not make it to my dad’s for X-mas. Kinda bummed about that, but it will still be a good one. I certainly have enough to keep me busy, getting settled into the new place. And, I decided that since we may not get to travel and most people are doing small meals, I’m cooking a traditional dinner on X-mas, but with a WW twist! I found a recipe in the new mag for a hen stuffed with apples and cranberries with a yummy apple glaze, and will have low-fat cornbread dressing, skinny mashed potatoes, lots of veggies, and a homemade WW pumpkin pie! I’m excited. I love cooking big meals and this gave me an excuse to stretch the budget!

[Emerald]

My, it is lonely here at Christmas time!

I'm blowin' the points system out the window today!! I feel all Christmasy and chocolate inside! There is a little restaurant down from my office that has yummy fried chicken and biscuits on Thursdays. I haven't had it since June and I believe it is just right for the snowy day. And, I'm not going to have any guilt! I will be playing with the neices and nephews all night, so I should get some APs there.

I hand in the keys to the old apartment today. Luckily, we got our phone service switched correctly this morning. It only took a week of trying. But, the internet may not get fixed for a month or so. If I can rig it up myself, I will be online over the holidays! Since we only get snow and ice a few days a year, it really causes things to come to a standstill while it is here and I have never really learned to drive on it. I probably could if I HAD to, but I usually can avoid it. Linda (woman of the north), you would probably roll with laughter if you saw how many people run to the store for bread and milk at the first snowflake here!

Well, I have 2 hours to work before Christmas! Later!

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[sugar_cane]

Well, the blood and urine results came out perfectly fine, seems like I'm perfectly healthy!
I booked an appointment with my gynaecologist for the 13 January, so i decided not to get stressed out and just enjoy the holidays! Thank you all for your concern, you're sweethearts!!

I had my WI on Wednesday and seems like I've lost 1.5 lb. I'm happy with that, I'll record it as an official loss and see how things will go over the holidays.

Take care all, have great fun and please use your mental power to keep me away from the wine bottle!!


MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL!!!!!

[dawnydw]

Just a quick message tonight.

Lost .5# this week, some kinda miracle because I don't think I've been within points once during the last week, maybe thats telling me something.

We also got snow forecast, for Christmas day! I hope it does snow, I don't think AJ will think it is really Christmas if there isn't any when he wakes! :sball2: Melanie, we don't get much here these days either, everyone panics when snow is forcast, and then we only get half an inch or so and the country comes to a standstill! :sman:

My sister is now up in Nova Scotia for the holidays, she's got loads of snow I think and it sounds like a turkey has been provided to feed the five thousand. No diets in that household this Christmas then!

If I don't get back online for a day or two, hope everyone has a fantastic time in the next few days, stay safe and well and enjoy some chocolate for a change!

Happy Christmas to you all. :merry:

[derrydaughter]

Hi everyone!
Though I did work out as well as spend a half hour on the treadmill, I blew my points yesterday as well. Guess Melanie is not the only one craving a bit of comfort food over the holiday? I don't care, though, it is Christmas and I will be back on track really soon!
I will still keep up my exercise, though, and will be on the treadmill about 40 minutes this morning.
I probably won't be back on line until Sunday night, just so you all know. We'll be spending special time with family today and tomorrow afternoon we'll be heading to my in laws in Rhode Island. The food and drink will be plentiful and I think it's time to be aware of exercise, but take a bit of time off from the "pressures" of my weight loss plan, and without guilt for a change.
However, as my MIL plans on a buffet with breads, turkey and ham on Christmas night, there will probably be lite bread and turkey and ham are not all that bad to eat as long as one doesn't go wild with mayonaise, etc. So, I can be part of things, but not go totally wild!
Have a wonderful and safe holiday!
Linda

[dawnydw]

I hope you have all had a fantastic Christmas everyone, Linda on your treadmill burning off that turkey, and Melanie in your new home.
Back now to serious matters. My scales this morning tell me that I have gained at least 4 pounds in the last couple of days. I know, I know, I have pigged out and eated everything in sight, even the chocolate. I didn't even buy any chocolate and have still ended up eating loads, AJ's stuff and a bit that I was bought (someone somewhere should have known better!) I know that we still have new year to come, but I really need to get on track now. I have started journalling again today and am determined to stay within points today. Even my water intake has dropped off dramatically in the last few days. Why is it, that I have stuck to WW to the letter for a whole year and now just a couple of days can do so much damage? Hopefully, the 4 pounds are not a real gain, just lots of undigested stuff still weighing heavy in my tummy and that will disappear soon, I can live in hope at least. I even think I look heavier now, maybe just psychological but I feel like a pig.
Thanks for letting me vent, needed to get all that off my chest.
Yes, I did have a good Christmas too. Granny's still very poorly but fairly stable, AJ had far too many new toys to house in his bedroom, and yes, we all ate too much, but there you go. Good job its only once a year, that's all I can say.

Hope to hear from you all soon, I miss you all, take care.

[Emerald]

Hello everyone! Urgh – do I feel stuffed! Gotta get back on program now! We had a good Christmas in the new place, but too much food. Yesterday, DH left for a youth trip with the church and I was home all day by myself. I got bored out of my mind!!! And, so, I ate. I told myself while I was doing it that I should stop, but I just didn’t listen (still hungover from holiday eating). DH out-of-town until tomorrow night, but I should start doing better because I’m back to work. I didn’t get out of bed this morning and needed extra time to get my car out of the driveway, but I have very good intentions of exercising tonight!

Nat – glad the tests came back positive! How was the wine over the holidays? Mine was yummy.

Dawny – Glad you had a good Christmas. And AJ got lots of loot! We have so many nieces and nephews, that really adds to our Christmas fun. I inadvertently taught the young ones to stick bows on their forehead for the gift-giving tradition! I did it just for fun and then saw I was being mimicked. Oops! But, that’s what being an aunt is for. Let the parents decide if they wanna stop it! hee-hee

Not looking forward to WI Wednesday, but I’m not really stressing about it either. The damage is done. I will take my lumps and get back to work. I will start journaling again today. I unpacked my journal yesterday, so I have no more excuses.

[cryket34]

Hello everyone~ Kind of new here~ I had a good holiday~ I went to WI last night and gained 1/2 pound ~ I thought was going to be more~ the Holidays killed me~ But now back to the writing down and sticking with it~ The hard part is getting back the humpf to exercise again~

shelly

starting weight 247.5/232.5