300+ Weekly Thread #1175
 

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Good Morning Everyone
Not much new here. Just sitting and having breakfast before I start my pickles :) I may try some apple jelly as well today. Tonight is TOPS and I am thinking I will see a loss. It will be small but...

I struggled a lot this week with trying to recoupe from my cheat meal. Monday nights we have cheat meal after TOPS. Tuesday and wednesday I could NOT get it together!! I ate everything in sight. The prior weeks that didnt happen so I am not going to shy away from doing that until I see what this week will hold. I took up loom knitting this week to try and keep the boredom down cause I am bad for bordom eating. So far the past 2 days it has worked :)

Welcome to the new "chicks" and hello to everyone else. I dont have time this morning for personals but will try to later :)

Brenda -- I find that when I let myself go off plan, it can be very hard to get back sometimes. I sometimes feel that if I"m in the "zone" I should do everything I can to stay there, because once I'm gone, who knows when I'll get back. Very tricky, this weight loss/maintenance stuff!!

very true Heather. I just dont want to be denying myself anything cause I know what will happen if I do that! :)

BTW, thanks for closing the prev thread. I only thought of that now!

Ok...not been active in thread...have been reading and usually sitting here snacking on something. I have not been on plan in 3 weeks. Fell back into the eating while stressed pattern. But today I am inviting people to give me a kick in the pants to jump start me! I have to go and WI this am and I will be biking to school with DS. DD is off for one more day untill the stagered entery for jk is done. Must make my meal plan cause when I dont all he!! breaks loose! So Chicks & Roosters give it to me! Picked up the moh dress and all spots need to be taken in but one the hips needs to be let out! I know that is a hard spot for me.

Brenda -- There can be such a fine line as a "successful" dieter (or whatever we want to call it...). And it seems that there isn't just one way to thread that fine line -- somedays it's right for me to say "no" to foods at a gathering or party, but other times it's right for me to indulge and have a little nibble. I sometimes have to ask myself whether I'm craving something (in which case, have some to not be deprived), or just want it because it's there (in which case, don't). I have taken to doing a sort of inventory before some gatherings or parties and ask myself if I crave anything NOW. If not, I will stay away from the food, chew gum, keep a drink in my hand and just not eat anything...

*sigh* It is a lot of mental work sometimes!

Annie-Excited and scared silly at the same time is a very accurate description of how I was feeling too. I decided to forgo taking my blood pressure. What really helped me is that we rode the bus out a week before school started so I knew exactly which stop to get off at, and he took me through the building so that I knew where everything was going to be. It took that side of the fear out of the equation. I knew what kind of seats and desks, where the elevator and handicap bathroom were. It’s a very small school, so that helped too. As to sharing before photos, that is really hard. I’m very stingy with them.

Rat-How did you survive the blow? I grew up with tornadoes and lived a dozen years with hurricanes, and I’ve got to say I prefer tornadoes for one reason. They come and go quickly. The hardest part of hurricanes is the waiting, and watching, and fretting and preparing.

Bernice-I had my internet go down while taking an online course, and it is so irritating. I’ve got a library nearby with wifi, and our Safeway next door has it as well in their coffee shop area. That comes in handy when it is too hot to work at home in summer. It’s only going to get into the 40’s here today, so not an issue now.

Cyn-Boredom, fatigue, and anger do me in. Everyday is a new day, so just start again. We all have to at times.

Zelma-I also enjoy being half the size I used to be, and I still have half again to lose. That will be weird. I’ in the midst of two elections right now. I vote absentee back in Florida, and now they are having elections here in Canada. I dislike politics, and can’t wait until December when both will be done with.

Debbie-They say used SUV’s are really coming down in price because people are getting smaller cars. I read an article in the paper that people are losing $10,000 or more when they do it without thinking about how much gas they could have bought with that 10 grand. Escalades that were selling here for $80,000 six months ago are selling for $40,000 now. They said painters and contractors are snapping up the good deals because they still have to have trucks no matter what the price of gas is.

Julie-Glad you are doing the counseling before going off the pill. This is also the time to go on folic and pre-natals before getting pregnant.

Blissful-Welcome. You’ve found the right place.

First week of school is under my belt now. It was a long week. I am in class with mostly seminarians. They are all 22ish, male of course, Philosophy majors (that’s what they make future priests get their BA’s in). The professor just got back from 6 years of studying in Rome at the Pontifical College. None of them, including the instructor, look over 12 years old. I’m pretty sure a couple aren’t even old enough to shave yet. Give me a couple of weeks and I’m going to be sewing on their loose buttons. I feel like a frat house mom. I know they are looking at me like, “great, a bored housewife.” They underestimate me at their peril.

I am hoping to hit the pool tomorrow. My back is real cranky right now. I’m not sure if it is because I threw it out without realizing it, or if it is the weather getting colder. I’m resting it today, and will go to the pool tomorrow to see if that helps.

Good Morning!
Well we had a good camping weekend. Probably the last one for a couple weeks. Today it is rainy and yuk outside. Hubby will bring camper home today. We thought about it yesterday as it was so beautiful we couldn't pack up. Yeah, see what Mr. Weather did! He won't enjoy packing it up today in the rain. That's what we get. Oh well, it is only rain. I try to tell my kids that I won't melt, but they remind me of the wizard of oz, "witches melt mom". I am just so glad that I can give my kids something positive! hehe It is kinda funny when they say it! Today I have to get some laundry done as hubby will be leaving on Wednesday to pick up new car then to certify training class. Please pray for him for travel and stress of not working and challenge of class for the next couple of weeks. We will miss him lots but feel this is the best thing for the family right now. Be prepared I could be on here venting from preteen and teenager both girls!!! Enough said. Nothing I haven't been through before, but thank all of you for listening to me! WI was -3! YEAH, it is about time. I know I need to start thinking and taking care of me. Hubby said to not worry about things and support his decisions as he is the one who is to worry! So with a lot of prayers I have been getting a little more sleep. Thanks everyone!
I am glad for the weight loss but still 5 lbs. up from where I was 3 weeks ago. UGH! I will get there, I just need to get back exercising. I am eating alright, so that does help some. I need to kick myself in gear! Send me kicks to help! Yak back later, Penny

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Debbie!!!! Have a great day!!!!

Hello my Peeps!

Brenda, thanks for getting us started this week. I'm afraid I'm not a good person to ask for motivation to get back on an eating plan. The stress at work has me reaching for things that bounce me over my total calories. It's amazing to me how fine of a line it is between gaining and losing. It can be as simple as skipping one vitamin water or a small bag of M&Ms. I wish my body knew when to stop intuitively, because it's obvious my brain chooses to remember things it wants to remember.

Catherine, w00h00 on one week of school down. It sure makes a difference when you've scoped the place out ahead of time. Fear of the unknown is my greatest fear of all time. I was riding my bicycle past the Univ of Maryland and saw the marching band out practicing. They all looked 8-12 yrs old! ugh. I hope you get some pool time in soon.

Debbie has a bday? Happy belly lint day!

Hugs Penny, sounds like DH is doing the best he can. Safe traveling thoughts for him from me! Yay on -3!!!

Annie, your new part time job sounds almost zen relaxing. I'm glad it doesn't come with the unbelievable stress you had in your last full time job.

Hugs and Luv to all my Peeps and hiding Rooooosters!
Ratkity

:wave:Good Morning everyone!

Debbie: I'm not sure when it is but.....:bday2you: Hugs!

Carol::carrot: Woo hoo to you on 5 miles!!!! I'm so proud of you!

Angels: Congrats on getting to 304! You are doing super great hun. Welcome back too.;)

SouthernGal: First of all Welcome back. I don't recall having met you before but welcome back none the less. 2nd. I got soooo angry when I read what you wrote about your ex abusing you. :hug: I'm so sorry that happened to you. At least you had some good come out of it that you want to be healthier so no one can easily hurt you again without you putting up a :lifter: fight.

Zelma: Sounds like you had a busy weekend.

Bernice: Glad that your :comp: is behaving!

Rat: So glad that you made it safely through the storms. :hug:

Brenda: Good luck tonight with your :goodscale.

Julia: okay, you asked for it, here it is...:kickbutt::frypan:

Catherine: I already drove to the college to find the building my classes will be in too. lol. So, now I have that down pat and where to park as well. I don't like my before pics but I feel it may help someone to see them Tomorrow night. I hope your back doesn't keep you away from :swim: too long.

Penny: Congrats on -3 more! Great job. I will keep your DH in my prayers for a safe trip. You asked for it too so here you go... :frypan::kickbutt: Hope that helps.

I think I am pretty well caught up for now.

Heather: Hi there!

Okay maybe now. lol.
Work was fun. I never though I would say that about a job. lol. I do enjoy it very much except for not enough hours. Maybe if it were more hours I wouldn't enjoy it. lol.

Tomorrow is my 2nd meeting with Voc Rehab and I have quite a bit more information for her about aquafitness and life saving classes. The aquafitness one is in November over 3 days. I would be a certified aquafitness trainer after that class, provided I pass the exam. lol. Hopefully she will say yest to them.

Well, I hope you all have a great day. Tomorrow I have to start work at 4:45 and then have a full day of appointments and things to get ready for tomorrow night. I hope that I get finished in time with the seminar to go to my normal Tuesday night group meeting. We are supposed to try on the weight loss coat tomorrow night. I am so excited about it. lol.

Blessings all,
Annie

Hello Everyone,

I'm new here...introduced myself in a separate post last night.

Just wanted to say that I'm excited to be here. I woke up this morning and my body was in less pain than it was yesterday morning. All that stretching I did yesterday afternoon really helped!!

I MADE myself get on my bike today for a second day in a row - 20 minutes, about 4 miles. I was in bed this morning running all sorts of excuses through my head as to why I should just skip it and do it after work. But I know myself. I know that if I had skipped the bike this AM I would have not made myself get on it for the rest of the day. So, I stretched slowly, looked over at the bike staring at me, and got out of bed and into my workout clothes. Yay me!

Work is really really hard right now. I'm not happy here. Feels like I'm wasting my life by working in this job. I would rather be somewhere else but not sure where. This is ALL making me want to eat, eat, eat. I had lunch. I'm not hungry any more but I can hear the food calling at me. :-( I have to do something...just not sure what.

Hope everyone is having a good day. :-)

Vida

Hi ladies! Just wanted to check in briefly, as I have a lot of stuff I need to get done. I got a new scale, since mine decided almost overnight that I was about 30lbs lighter than I am. I tried new batteries and it didn't work at all, so I guess it was just that time. The bad news is that my new scale reads me about 10lbs heavier than the old scale did before its meltdown. So, that means that my starting weight and current weight are higher than I thought, but.. I've still lost 30lbs and that's reason to celebrate, right?

Work has been crazy and I am trying to finish up some school stuff (online / correspondence classes) so I can start doing some stuff from home at least part time. Big hugs to those of you who are going back to school and/or are back in school for the fall. And, a big woohooo for those of you who sent your little ones off to school :P

Welcome to all the newcomers, and welcome back to those of you who are popping back in. I'll get back to posting soon. As always, my thoughts are with all of you!

Hi everyone

Just here for a moment since it is our 7yr anniversary tonight and Steve and I are heading out for supper. My weigh in went well. I was down 2.75 this week. Happy Happy about that since I had a pretty rough week with eating all the stuff I shouldnt have :(

Brenda, OH loom knitting sounds like fun. You'll have to put up some pics when you get some things done. I love looking at stuff like that. I bet it really keeps you occupied. I have so much trouble with boredom too, so I know exactly how you feel.
Did you see a loss today after your meeting?
YAY on the weight loss and have a very happy anniversary!

Julia, I'll kick you if you kick me! Sounds like alot of us are in the same boat. :kickbutt:

Catherine, I bet you are going to mess with those young kids aren't you? They don't know what they're in for at school. LOL

Penny, thank you! And WHOOHOOOO on the three pounds gone! That's wonderful news!! Keep it up!

Thanks Ratkity!

Annie, thank you! I sure hope you get to go to that class with the heavy coat thingie. Take pics! I bet you'll be so amazed at how much lighter you feel when they take it back off. I would love to have a job like you have. It sounds easy but so fun!! Good luck with the classes too. It sounds like you're on your way to a great career!

Hi Vida, welcome!! Great news on getting yourself up and on the bike!! Keep up the good work!

Brandnewme, you better believe that's a reason to celebrate! :woohoo:

Today Jim and I took a ride down Hwy 20 which goes towards the Cascade mountains. We went passed the houses that we almost bought before we bought where we are now. They are right on the river and a total mess now. We backed out of the deal when we found out that it floods right there, but it was so beautiful right there on the river. Then we went further down and found a really nice state park and went walking thru it. Gosh it was great!! It's amazing how tranquil and peaceful it was. It's all forest but yet it's right next to the river. We sat and just enjoyed the day. Then we came back, and Mom and Dad gave me presents. I got Sims Castaways and a couple of trellis' for the yard. So I've been playing the game. Jim had bought me a couple of birdhouses that I've been wanting to paint. It's been just a really nice birthday and very enjoyable.

Well chickies, that's it for me,.
Debbie

Vida: Welcome. I'm looking forward to getting to know you better. Great job exercising even when you didn't feel like it.

Brandnewme: Hi girl. I sure miss you when you are gone and I think about you and wonder how you are. Thanks for stopping in and letting us know. Hugs. Good luck with your on line classes. And, yes, 30 pounds is 30 pounds! Excellent!

Brenda: Happy anniversary. Congrats on teh -2.75 too. I hope you have a lovely evening.

Debbie: Your day sounds so nice and relaxing. I could almost picture you guys walking in the park. Glad your day was nice.

Well, I worked out 70 minutes. I feel it mostly in my arms. I did 10 push ups and I know that isn't a lot but.... it is 10 more than I have done in months. lol. I am hoping to do 10 a day for the rest of this month and then up it maybe later in the month or early next month. I ate cottage cheese and egg plant for lunch and I had lots of left over egg plant so I had it again for dinner. It was yummy. I don't know why I am so into veggies here lately. I just could eat them all the time. Too bad they aren't full of protein. lol.

Okay guys, I think I am off for the night. I am planning on going to bed very early as I am getting up for work at 3:30 to be there by 4:45. I am going to take a shower tonight and I already washed, dried and straightened my hair after working out. All I will need to do in the morning is bible and prayer time and drink a protein shake. Oh, I almost forgot. The girl that I am supporting with my company to the weight loss surgery seminar's mom called, she is also a good friend. Well, she was asking me about where I work and I told her and gave her the information and phone number and they hired her to start on Thursday morning. I am so excited that she is going to be working with me. She and I are also thinking about doing some house cleaning business thing as well. We are planning on meeting after work at a little cafe down the street from the job to discuss it.

One other thing, I am finally out of the 240's!!! I am a solid 239 this morning! Now only 10 more until I reach my next goal.

Blessings and smiles to you all,
Annie

Annie- welcome to the 30s..Im so proud of you!!

Well today has been a whirlwind for me!! My 23 yr old daughter called from college last night to announce that she is engaged!! I knew it was coming but its here!!We are so excited!!
I had decided at my sons wedding last dec that i didnt want to be fat and miserable at another one of my kids weddings..so I started dieting 27 days later. I had slacked off on exercise the last couple of months and pump it up a bit yesterday..well now i have to get busy!! NO date has been set yet but they have always talked about a pretty short engagement. So today i jumped for 20 min this morning on the minitramp and then i saw a lady from church out wallking and i ran and joined her..she walks 4miles every other day..so i walked 4 miles in 60 min. It felt good!!!! I have a new motivation to get this weight off and the inches off.

Hi everyone! Thanks Carol for missing me:hug:xxxxxx We went to visit my parents last Monday & stayed until Sunday, my oldest son moved back in the Thursday before we went & it's beeen crazy to say the least!:dizzy: Emptying the spare room, finding room for all the stuff we moved & getting his stuff moved in. We let him come back as he wants to stop smoking 'stuff' prior to joining the army; at least that's what he's supposed to be doing, I hope he can. He hasn't the best record for following plans & sticking with it, I really hope he can get sorted out, he's driving me crazy already!! He promised to behave & already he's sworn at me, been sick in my parent's spare bedroom (through drinking excessively:o) and got nasty with me! Guess who got the cleaning up job? :(Yep,yours truly) I couldn't expect my mum to do it, he was still too ill so I had to scrub the mattress, rinse the sheets & bedding prior to them being thrown in the washer AND his clothes.
My weight is UP, don't know why I walked TONS & ate pretty healthily BUT TOM is now FIVE weeks late!!! I even did a test just to be sure I wasn't pregnant (crazy as Steve had the 'snip' four years ago) I feel so bloated BUT I've been OP since yesterday & though I don't 'want' to eat healthily & exercise I know I NEED to, my ankles & hips felt that gain when we walked a good distance. We took the boys to see Wall:E it was FAB, great for parents and kids, I laughed quite a bit which is something I've not done in a while, it felt great:). We went for a couple of nights out with Philip which was nice & Steve went out with him a couple of times too, to make sure he didn't 'over-do' it, lol, that's his excuse anyway!;)
Annie WTG on your success & good luck with your new job & college/trainingxxxxx
Dg, another weddding, what better reason to look great for your daughter's special day and to get healthy for grandchildren in the future (?)xxxxxxx
Carol, glad you had a good break, it was on the other thread I think, a weekend by the lake?xxxxxx
Well I have to get the house tidy, or at least looking more like a home than a jumble/yard sale, lol
xxxxxxsharon:hug:

Morning Peeps - hope you are all doing well today. WI showed a release of 2.75 pounds for me this week - wow I need to get past the 80s - I think I will have a nice head of steam - seems to be some mental block for me like I experienced getting under 300. I've become a little comfortable here apparently. I'm surprised with the loss as it is a huge one for me - no complaining here though.

Yesterday a baby in our family died - she was 3 weeks old. Please hug your loved ones - this little angel fought a valiant fight and taught us all so much. Reading the words of the parents on their blog last night was so difficult for me - even though I am not a parent I cannot imaging the pain they are experiencing. Please keep them in your prayers.

Big hugs to each of you,
Carol

Good morning everyone.

Debi: Congrats on your daughter's engagement. That is an excellent motivator for continuing your weight loss journey. I am usuing my personal trainer school as my new extra push. lol. Great job walking too!

Sharon: So sorry that your son is being a pill to you. Hugs. It is so good to see you back. Stop in more often if you can. I'm sure with all the walking and good eating your weight will catch up to what you have been accomplishing soon with all of the good habits you are doing. Hugs.

Carol: Hugs, Hugs, Hugs. I am sooooo sorry for your families loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

It is 4:23 and I need to be to work at 4:45 so I better go brush my teeth. Just wanted to stop in and say hello to all of my chickies. Have a super great day everyone.

Blessings,
Annie

Hi ladies!
I hope all is well with eveyone. Only have time for a quick update before we rush out the door :dizzy:

My oldest has only been back in school for 2 weeks and we are already swamped with activities. I have to get used to the scheduling of the school year again .... fast!

Down 3 lbs from last week, so everything must still be working - I finally reached my 1st mini goal, so I'm off for my reward pedicure tomorrow when the twins are at Mothers Day Out!

Have a great day!
Summer

Sharon: I am sorry about what is going on with your son. I have family members that are "on the stuff" and it is frustrating. Hugs to you.

Carol: Sorry to hear about your loss...I can't even imagine..you are in my prayers


As for me...last night we watched the Broncos hand the Raiders a good ole football spankin..lol..I love football season. Hubby and kids had chips and salsa..I passed for some reason just didn't feel like having it.

Work went ok...there is a lady off this week and when she is off..I am her back up. That really puts more stress on me. Took me more then half the day to get her things done before I start on mine. BUT I am thankful I have a job...so stop complaining right?

Hope everyone has a great day!

Hiya Ladies,
Carol, glad to hear about the great release you had, so congrats on that! But so sorry to hear about the wee one that you lost in your family. Such a tragedy. You and your family are in my prayers. :hug:

Sharon, sounds like you're having a rough time. I hope with your help he can get off of the stuff and get into the army. It's so hard once they start on that stuff. Prayers are also coming your way. :hug:

Annie, have fun at work! :D

Summer, great enews on the 3 lbs gone! :cp:

Debi, another great reason to lose that weight. You're going to look fantastic at the weddings! :cb:

Today we're off to the dump. Sounds exciting huh? :carrot: LOL. Get's me out of the house and it's really beautiful over there if you can believe that one. Then it's home to work on some beads. I got another sale so I have to get busy and build up the inventory.
Have a wonderful day chickies!!
Debbie

Hi all,

Home from work and getting ready to head out to meet the Voc Rehab lady. I got a call from a place I applied for a part time secretary job and I will be going to it for an interview today. When I dropped off my resume she told me that I can work any hours. I'm hoping I can start at 10 a.m. which will allow me to keep my Netflix job. We'll see.

Summer: Congrats on the -3 and reaching your 1st goal! Way to go! Have a wonderful and relaxing time getting a pedicure.

Cyn: I love football to and I am a huge, huge Raider's fan all my life. I tivoed it but decided to have the Tv on while I fell asleep and see how my Raiders are doing..... BLAH! They make me sooo mad. lol. My DH is a huge Viking Fan so I tivoed that game too. I still haven't seen who won that one. I'm sure if the Viks won he will tell me. lol. Great job skipping the salsa!

Debbie: Have fun at the dump. Good luck on your beads! I can't wait to go to your site and see them. I need to do that. I forget all the time and right now I am in a hurry so it will have to wait until tomorrow.

I am speaking at the seminar tonight and I am a bit nervous. I guess I should think about what I will say. I am very excited about the weight loss apron thing we will be trying on. I can't wait.

Blessings all,
Annie

Hi everyone! This is my first time joining this thread. I've been frustrated with my journey and need to join in. :)

Hi guys.

Haven't posted (other than my exercise) in a little while. Been busy with work, sinus infection (argh) and trying to get my miles in.

I set a goal of 40 miles for the month, to get my legs ready for the walking in San Diego next month. Carol seems bound and determined to kick my rear is walking this month, so I need to try to not let that happen. Carol...please don't walk 18 miles tonight. :)

I know you are all going to say "get a Neti pot" for my sinuses. I have something similar, it's a Dr Neil (Walgreens) product. It kind of pushes the water up, instead of contorting my body to make sure drainage is appropriate. Needless to say, my sinuses are just plain jacked up. Had surgery in 2005 on them, and they seem to be as bad again. No sense of smell in a LONG time (I think I have had it once this year). I went the Dr yesterday and got antibiotics, so hopefully I will be mending soon. Because I can't use illness to not walk.

As a precaution for any new neti pot users....I use a salt/sodium bicarbonate mix, as the salt REALLY dries out your sinuses. And that can cause your sinuses to crack, and that hurts BAD. Also, don't overuse the solution, as that too can cause cracking. And final note (and I admit sometimes I am too lazy/cheap for this), but it's not really advised to use tap water, should use distilled water. There are bugs in tap water (an allowable amount), and you may not want to inject that into your skull. Those bugs may mingle with your current bugs, and have a party. :)

The good news, and there is some, is that my weight is FINALLY moving. I lost 5 pounds last week...yahoo. My goal for the end of the month was 329.8...but now I am hopeful I will beat that. TOM is due late next week, and other than that, I should be ok (again, I hope). I have been drinking more water (try to get 80 to 100oz a day). Lots of potty breaks needed while sleeping. That plus sinus infection and walking has made me tired tired tired. But, the scale is rewarding me, so I have to keep pushing on. The bad news is I think I will be working 12+ hours a day, and at least one weekend day for a while now. But, I have to make this work.

I signed up for the biggest loser, and am regretting it a tiny bit. I feel like I haven't made time to post here, so how likely is it I will post there? Perhaps I will have to try to hop on while eating lunch at my desk (which is what I am doing now).

I should really work now, but I am a bit dizzy from the sinuses and just don't wanna. But I will. :)

Later,
Angie

Carol-I lost a 10 month old nephew when I was 10 years old. My brother is over 6'5", did two tours in SE Asia, and he seemed so small after his only son died. I don't think he was ever the same. I share your grief.

Thank you all for the words of condolence. We knew before she was born she had a condition called CDH - essentially a hole in her diaphragm. Her parents have kept the most amazing blog - if you're interested PM me and I'll give you the link.

After all this today we attended the funeral of the dad of a friend - I'm done for awhile I hope. He was 58 years old and had fought a valiant 8 year battle with cancer. May he rest in peace.

OK - so yes there is good news in the exercise and weight topics here. It feels so incredible to now have day 8 under my belt - not to mention the miles I've been able to walk along with the additional circuit training and water exercise. It felt so good to be able to post on the exercise thread again.

Annie - I can't wait to hear how fantastic you did sharing your story - I hope you have someone take your pic in the weight loss coat. I'm grinning from ear to ear about your choices for school.

Angie - so maybe next month 50?? Just kidding - this is going to be good if I can do 40. What a great release for you - 5 pounds - WOOOOOOHOOOOOO. Glad to hear you are getting more water in.

Debbie - sorry I missed your birthday - sounds like it was perfect. Happy belated.

I need to head to exercise class - more later.

Sooooooo..........move your bodies, drink your water (Angie and Penny) and SMILE.

Hugs,
Carol

Angie - I did 3.5 tonight which was plenty in addition to the circuit training.

I got to play in the pool today for the first time since May. It was heaven. Himself was right behind me, trying not to drown making sure I didn't over do it. I actually told him any day I can put on a swimsuit is a great day. I looked around the room trying to figure out who said that. I remember thinking I would die if someone saw me in public in one. I have yet to die of embarrassment.

Thank you everyone for the warm welcome! :-)

Had an OK day today. Met all my goals - water, exercise (20 min again today!), vitamins/herbs, other self-care. I'm excited to be sticking to my plan...even if for 3 days! LOL

I'm nervous thinking about what's going to happen when I start looking at making my eating better. That's gonna be a big one so I'm planning on sticking to my current plan for a while. If things keep going well with me, then me thinks October is a good time for looking at food. :-)

This weekend I'm going to get my old scale out of the garage. Then I'll be able to weigh myself and keep track of my progress.

Good Morning Ladies,
Things here are exciting right now...almost more than i can wrap my head around.Daughter is working on setting the date today for the wedding. Dil goes for another ultrasound today(34 wks). Cant wait to hear how the baby is growing.
Dr did a big med change on hubby hoping it will help him alot! Then Tom arrived this morning for me.FUN FUN No wonder I was so hungry yesterday..but i made good choices!!
Exercise hasnt became rountine yet but im doing it daily.
no time for personal this morning...gotta get my 20 min on the minitramp before the kids get here..
hugs

Morning all...

Well Arizona is staying a bit cloudy with sprinkles of rain..Oh how Wonderful!! Always puts me in a good mood.:)

I did horrible with food yesterday..why you ask..cause I didnt plan and bring my lunch!!!! So we..the girl a carpool with..stopped at a convience store and I got an apple and small cheese..good ok..and THE BOMB burrito...that thing was soooo nasty...I should have just ate the wrapper it came in..it would have tasted better. So I am now going to take my lunch even if it means a plain old sandwich. Lesson Learned!!

I still have yet to get to the gym..just plain lazy. By the time I get home from work I am tired..from doing what I dont know. I don't have a physical job. Everyone at my work is telling me that the Dr can give me pills to help me lose weight that is FDA approved. I don't think I want a pill...besides doesn't the FDA approve all kinds of things that are not good for us like..High FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP..LOL.just a thought.

Well all..keep smiling even when its easier to wear a frown...and drink that water!

Toodles

I am trying to just hang in there today with my back still cranky. I'm hoping that it isn't because my body isn't up to my new school schedule. I know I'm pushing my physical and mental limits, but if I don't push, I'll never know what I'm actually capable of. I know all this would be easier if I was smaller, but I've put off too much of my life waiting until I lost weight. I'm going to live first this time.

Herewegoagain: Welcome to our little corner of the web. So nice to meet you. Congrats on the exericise and weight loss so far.

Angie: I hope your sinuses get better soon. Hugs. Thanks for the input on the nettie pot usage.

Carol: The seminar went well last night. I was very nervous but I managed to show the before pictures and answer questions. There were about 40 people there which was a great turn out. I may do it again soon if they need me to.

Catherine: Have fun in the pool. I want to go too. I think I will shoot for it tomorrow after work.

Vida: Great job keeping to your plan.

Debi: Sounds like a good day is in store for you.

Cyn: I hope you make it to the gym soon.

I have photos on my camera of the coat thing last night. They were taken from far away so they are not that great. I will post them once I download them onto my computer. I have to say that it was a very emotional thing to do. I didn't expect to feel the feelings I felt. I managed to get 90 pounds of sandbags on me without hurting too much. Most people were only able to do about 40-50 pounds. It is amazing how heavy even 30 pounds is. I was standing there with this extra 90 pounds back on wondering how in the world I moved, breathed, walked and just lived with another 182 besides that 90! It was so sad. I felt heavy not only on my body but in my heart and soul. Once I allowed myself to recognize the feelings I panicked and asked them to take the stuff off of me and let me out of it. It was suffocating me like. I just can't explain it. I do reccommend it to anyone who has lost even 10 pounds to cary something around for a minute or two with some weight substance to it and you guys will see. We deserve to feel proud of ourselves for loosing even a pound. It gave me more perspective that I am hoping and praying I can keep.

Blessings all,
Annie

Good evening all,
It was a long day at work. I did not get all my water in or any exercise. I am feeling like kinda blah today. Kinda wondering who I am. Just me and the young daughter tonight so not sure what is for dinner. TOM arrived, so not even hungry. Maybe we'll go light. I may check in later. Penny

Hi Peeps - pretty quiet around here today.

Annie - I'm glad you made it through last night. You are such an inspiration to me. Your story is an amazing one and your kind and giving soul is the most touching part to me. I'm so sorry about the emotions that were brought out. And - I'm not surprised at all that you were able to handle the sandbags - your strength both emotionally and physically is such a joy to share.

Hugs to all,
Carol

Good Morning,
wow its really quite in here!! Where is everyone ??
My eating is going great and so is exercise.

carol- ready to work out again tonight?? let us know how it goes!!

penny_ Tom is here for me also..fun fun

dmpls- where are you?? We miss you!!

anne_ how are classes going??

annie_ anything exciting going on with you?

rat_ how are you?

realist- how are the sinus issues??

catherine_ are you keeping your profesors in line?

cyn_ my dr offered me the pill to help me lose weight faster and i told him no thanks!!

sharon-I am excited about the wedding..still no date set.

texscaper- how was the pedicure?

heather- how is school going?

debbie_ hey girl your awfully quite..how are crafts going?/

here we go again- tell us about yourself..what plan are you using? Im a calorie counter.

vida- welcome..we are so glad to have you here with us

lurkers_ feel free to join in anytime...We love making new friends!!

time for me to go and jump on the minitramp
hugs

dont forget to drink your water!!!!!!

Hi everyone
I am having a great week foodwise. For some reason I am rockin it out! *L*

Last night I had a NSV. Steve, Bailey(dog) and I went walking. He asked ME to slow down!!! WHAT??????? That felt awesome! :lol:

Hello my Peeps!

Annie, the exercise of adding weight and the coat thingie would bring the same feelings in me. You are so brave to have done this!! Remember, courage is fear that's said its prayers. :)

deb, thanks for asking how Im doing. I have been doing awful with food.

Dunno if anyone remembers how unmotivated and strssed I was around Jan and Feb of this year (lack of light, major work stress). Well, work stress has set me off again. I think it's time to go back to the employee assistance place to talk to someone about all of this. I did go outside mid day yesterday at work to get some sunlight (my own advice) and that helped a bit. Of course, it doesn't help that TOM is due any minute and I'm PMSing.. bleh!

Today's 9/11 memorial stuff today has me in tears as well. For the past 7 years, I've not watched any of the memorial stuff because it was too hard to deal with.. guess things haven't improved this year either. Hugs to all who are going through similar feelings and more to those who lost loved ones during that time.

Luv,
Ratkity

Brenda_ great to hear your having an awesome week foodwise. I sure wish the feeling could be bottled and taken during those hard times.

RAt_ sorry your stressed..we are always here for you anytime!! HUGS!!!