Thanks for starting the thread, Terri!

Learn -- I enjoyed hearing about your halloween (and that your son doesn't like candy). And this thread is about chit-chat AND weight loss issues. There really is no "off topic"

I just realized I forgot to weigh this morning before I had any coffee. My dogs get so excited to eat in the morning and it just flew out of my mind.

Oh well, I'll try tomorrow.

In the meantime, I'm on a good roll. Didn't have any Halloween candy, and I stayed on plan. I don't foresee any major issues coming up this week to derail me... except for hubby going out of town. But I have been better about that lately, so I'm hoping for a great week. Feels good to be back in control again!

Hi Ladies -

Popping in quickly for an accountability check...I've done great today. I just had 2 mini pieces of candy (must get this stuff out of the house). I am within my calories and plan on having a sliced apple and a cup of tea after I get the kids in bed. I will NOT let another morsel of anything cross my lips. I've written it and I will stick to it!

Back later if I have time.....


Barb

Well, here's my accountability check, since Barb did one and I'm in a state of guilt.

I did well all day, completely OP. I even ate dinner by five and was really done eating. Then I had to take my older son to a class at the night school (he's making up a health class, of all things!). He'll be going there from 6-9 every night, four days a week and I have to take him and pick him up...and tonight he was hungry on the way home and he talked me into Jack-in-the-Box. I haven't had a burger in quite awhile, but there I was joining in. I did get the smallest burger, smallest fries and Coke. Ate only part of the fries, and had a few sips off the Coke. And decided that I didn't really want them after all so I was able to throw them away. They actually tasted bad to me. Coke tastes so bitter to me now!

Anyway...that's my confession. I'm shaking this off. It's time for bed. Different plan for tomorrow night, I'm packing dinner for my son to eat in the car! And none for me!

Good morning all,
I wasn't planning on doing my daily walk yesterday due to sore calves, but I did anyway. Felt the need to get up and go after dinner for some reason.
I stayed on plan with my eating and today I must go and get some wonderful healthy grub to fill the pantry and frig. I am craving turnips for some reason, so I'll be putting that at the top of my list.
Hope everyone has a wonderful day!

Later - Learn

I did PERFECT yesterday. Even got some weight lifting in. Dr still has me on restrictions from lifting anything over the back of my head.
I did take a peep at the scale and Im down 2lbs from last wed. Im so hoping to be down a few more by the time I weigh in at the drs office next wed.
Im doing good with the 1200 calories she wants me to try. You just have to plan carefully!!
geo- way to go on a plan to keep you from being derailed tonight.
heather- great job on being on plan.
barb- hi I miss you!!!!!
Teri- hi how are you doing?
learning- a neighbor called me and asked if I wanted some turnips. I love the greens but told her I didnt like the actual turnips. I got thinking afterwards I dont think I have eaten turnips as an adult. I use to love them raw on a veggie tray but never had them cooked. How do you cook them?
Carol - where are you?
Lets have another great OP day!

This year I have to change things around due to my new and permanent eating lifestyle. This was always what I requested for holiday dinners from my mom. This is mom's recipe!
Mashed Turnips:
1 large turnip (peeled and cubed into 1" cubes)
1 C. milk (here I'll change to 1 or 2% milk)
1 C. shredded american cheese (here I'll change to 2%)
1 stick unsalted butter (I'm gonna leave this out completely)
salt & pepper to taste (SPTT)

In a large stock pot add turnip cubes and cover with cold water till about 1" over top of cubes. Bring to a boil and then lower to a med. hi setting. Cook until fork tender.
Drain and rinse, transfer to a large bowl and mash away with a potato masher. While still hot add the american cheese and blend until melted. I usually add the milk slowly until I get turnips to my desired consistency, kinda like mashed potatoes.
SPTT
Enjoy

Let me know if you try it!

Walked into the office yesterday and saw it... the leftover candy on the secretary's desk!! Immediately in my head I said "NOT FOR ME" and successfully avoided it. But I think it will be there for days. I really don't want it and hope I can stay strong.

I did get a little snacky before dinner and ate a little more than I wanted, but reined it in for the evening... Today's food is planned and I need to figure out the exercise.

I'm in and out quickly this morning. Have to drive to the next town to get my tires rotated, then come back to pick greens for my mother (and I get some too - yeah!), and then I will figure out what to cook for my older son taking the night class.

You know, he doesn't go to the class until 6...I will feed him at home and then, if he's still hungry after 9, he can fix something himself!

Have a great day!

Hey Gals!

I'm happy to report 2 really good days in a row! Next goal...3 days! Taking it one day at a time right now. Feeling much better about things.

I've been up doing a little work so I don't have time to chat. I'm hoping to finish a book I've been working on for weeks before I head to bed.

Sweet Dreams to all!
Barb

I had my dandelion greens for dinner tonight. They were so good! After I boiled them I dressed them with garlic, olive oil and lemon juice. I could eat them every day!

I'm quite tired tonight. Made it home from my son's night school without stopping for anything. I talked to him this morning and told him we can't do the fast food thing any more. He supported my decision.

Oh, my bed looks so inviting...see you in the morning, you gorgeous dolls!

Good Morning!

Sorry I didn't check in last week. It was busy with making halloween costumes. PMSing too. The kids went to a church party so the amount of candy that was brought home was not to bad. About 1/2 grocery bag per kid. By the time they took out the things they didn't like and put them straight into the food bank donation box...result a very managable amount will last them about 2 weeks and I have no desire to sneak any. It would be noticed! I did buy a mini bag of mini chocolates. So it is one per day for me. Completely within calorie limits.

Doing massive amounts of laundry. Cat ate leaves of my new plant and wow he has been vomiting everywhere. My bed, rugs etc. Will have to put the plant where he cant get at it. Yuck!

Got myself back on sparkspeople to record intake as it seams to be the easiest way and does not feel like counting is taking over my life!

Have a great day gals!

Im doing Great!! I weighed in today at the drs office and Im down 4.2lbs from last wed. Now if I can just do the same next week.She asked how i was doing on 1200 calories and I told her I am suprised at how easy it has been. I just have to make sure I made good healthy choices of real foods. My glucose was 121 which is really high for me.My fasting is normally about 82. She wants me to track it daily for the week.I go back next wed. Im hoping its from some sinus meds I have been taking. It kinda suprised me! I keep a really close eye on my glucose and its always good. Guess I will just have to wait and see what is going on.
Have a great day everyone

Hello Lovely Ladies!

I hope everyone is having a happy and healthy day! I'm happy to report another very good day! I am still planning an evening snack while watching the World Series. Not sure yet what I'm going to have. I have plenty of calories left for the day.

YAY DG!!! You are doing great! Really back in the swing of things!

Hi Julia! Good to see you! Great job on the Halloween candy! I had a few rough days with ours and now have no interest!

Geo - Dandelion Greens? Never tried them. You make them sound good, however all I can think of is weeds.

Learn, Heather, Terri.....anyone else peeking in...HELLO!!!! Pop in and let us know how you are doing!

Off to put the boys to bed and stay up too late watching the Phillies win! (fingers crossed!)

Barb

Hi Barb, I'm peeking in.

Good days yesterday and today. I hope I've got my head back on the right track.

Off to bed. I hate this time change.