I'm sorry about Ratkitty. Hopefully she is terrorizing one of my passed basset hounds right now.

Ratkitten - I'm so sorry evil kitty is gone. I'm glad you know she got to enjoy her last hours. I'm crying for you. I understand your heartache. Been there many times. I've had to explain to my daughter that this is the down side to having pets. We love them more than anything in the world, but we know we will outlive them. {{{hugs}}}

Shadow – glad you are staying busy. That’s the quickest way to control the eating! Definitely track your inches. It’s exciting to see!

Over – I had RNY surgery March 30. Can only eat very small amounts at a time and rarely actually feel “hungry.” Which is a good thing. Stick with the C25K! Good to focus! And, good luck with feeding the empty leg. My son is only 9 and he is already turning into a garbage disposal!

Snuzbee – congrats on going to the pool! I can’t believe how rude those people were. I thought it was an unspoken, but well understood, rule that you don’t get in the way of anyone swimming laps! Especially at the end of the lane! Good luck!

Cyn – TP roll mini album? That’s a new one!! I look forward to seeing your pictures! I can’t believe no one will watch your dog. That is terrible. Focus on the creative outlet.

I have spent much of the day sitting around on the computer. Which has been kind of nice. Not the part about not doing anything. But the part about being on the computer. And my daughter has been hanging out, too. My husband and son are on a Cub Scout campout. I asked my daughter if she wanted to do anything today and she chose not to. So, I've been getting some stuff done around my desk and doing some research and playing some games. :)

But, I also have been snacking. Nothing major, but more than I usually do. Gee. Think there's a tie-in between hanging out on the computer and snacking? Yup! Problem is, since I haven't done anything, I'm tired. Funny how that happens. Oh, well. I did do a little cleaning up last night and today. Need to do more. But, at least part of the kitchen table is usable, again!

I was so sorry to hear of this, too. They are not with us nearly long enough...

OOW, one thing that worked for me when I was staying in a certain calorie range was to remember that it's only a range. There may be days when you can stay in your 1800 calorie range, that's perfectly ok. However, you have an option to eat more (healthfully) if you are still hungry and not filled after consuming your 1800 or so.

As for C25K, if you don't want to get to off track, you can do some of your days inside and then re-do them outdoors (if you want) when the rain clears. It's easier on the joints to exercise inside, but on the downside there's a lot less space to run in. However, if your goal is 'time' and not 'distance' then that option could work for you.

Lastly, about your nephew... I don't think that you have to get more unhealthy options because its economical (although I certainly understand!). Have you checked out the Foods forum? There's a sub forum called Shoestring Meals or Meals on a budget (something similiar). Perhaps you could peruse that forum and find some ideas. Also, this may be a good opportunity for your nephew to learn portion control and to learn how satisfying 'filler' foods can be.

Ratkity, hugs to you!!! I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. :hug: I'm very glad to hear though that she enjoyed her last day awake and went to sleep peacefully!

Thank you all my special Peeps,

I needed all the hugs and miss my ebil little psychokitty. Of all the sweet animals in my family, no one remembers any of them except for Ratrat because of how she terrorized each and every one of them in her special way. Her last hiss was to the vet when she got her sedation to make her relax. She went out in true Ratrat fashion.

The next several days will be hardest. I keep looking at where I kept her bed expecting to see her. She was part of my life for almost 16 years. While I know losing a furfriend is never easy, it seems harder with each one. She was the last of the five furkids I had in Texas (2 dogs and 3 cats). With each passing, the death of the others comes flooding back.

My 2 goldens and neurotic parrot are helping to cheer me up. I stayed busy and did a major Spring scrubbing of Buford's cage yesterday. Today, I mowed the lawn and put weed killer on the crazy weeds trying to take over my brick sidewalk and driveway. I also went to the grocery store to get doggie food. It was hard going by the kitty stuff. I haven't been kitty-less in over 26 yrs.

Hugs to all my Couch to 5Kers.. keep up the great work!

For all of those with crazy family issues, I'm thinking of you. Keep working to be a healthier you.

Luv,
Ratkity

Ratkitten - I'm so sorry for you loss. Sending hug to you.

:wave: everyone, My Name is Onami and I'm new to 3FC's! I am also on another board but after lurking here for sometime, i feel more comfortable here.

Here, i feel like you guys are more understanding cause we are all mostly in the same weight group.

I'm finally making my way around and I'd love to join your group please.

Cause it's always nice to have someone to talk to, to give and get support from while going threw this journey of trying to change our lifestyle.

I've been reading some of your post and I'm sorry about your kity,Ratkity:hug:she seems to have had a good life:)


Have a nice evening/day everyone!!!:grouphug:

Snuz and Oni!!! Don't worry about personals. Just jump right in and tell us about yourself.

Hugs,
Ratkity