So, how are my lovelies this morning? You guys have been busy while I was sleeping. I popped in to see how everybody was and saw it was time to start another thread and I thought, "
Hmmm....didn't I just do this yesterday?" Why, yes I did. But I am more than happy to start the new one!
I knew I had to add a post though, or else the
post police would come and get me. (i.e.
Sandy)
Sandy knows I love her and will take no offense to this. (She also knows it's true)
It's actually quiet on the homefront this morning as dh and Brian (older son) have went over to my Mom's house to mow the yard and take care of some trimming. Usually I would be at work at this time, but the second shift person that called in the other day is still not back at work, so I'm filling in for her tonight and have the morning off. Although, I'm not too sure how smart of a decision on my part that was, seeing as after I get off at 11:00 tonight, I'll have to run home, grab some shut eye and then get right back up at 6:00 to go into work in the morning.
Today is weigh in day at the mall and I'm looking forward to it, but not for the reason you might think. I don't think I've had a big loss this week, in fact....I probably didn't lose at all. But it has to do with what
Sara said....it's about being
accountable. I do have some success to celebrate from last week though. I was OP (within my points) five out of seven days last week. The two that I wasn't were big
days for me, but they were
only two of seven. That means that I
was OP more than I was off and that is
progress. I plan to make this week......an OP
week.
So, on to replies:
Sara: We know how committed you are to your declaration. No matter how much weight we lose or what we look like on the outside, I'd like to think we stay the same on the inside.....and if that's the case, then there's always going to be that little voice that tries to get you to make bad choices. Sometimes that voice will win.....and sometimes it won't. It's easy to see
what voice has been leading you.
Keep up the awesome work.
Mary: Sorry you were all alone in chat last night. I wasn't even on the computer, and I'm sure you know where I was at.
Tony got into some debris on the track and slapped the wall,
but Dale Jr. finished in the top five I believe.
And Mary.....you
do have willpower....you just have to find it.
Lucky: One sentence does NOT make a post. Get your butt back in here!
I was happy to see your little yoga lady when I came in here this morning.....I just wanted more
words from you.
You know how much I love ya.
jiffypop: You don't have to thank us for letting you lurk. We're happy you're here with us. I hope that if you continue to lurk, then you'll continue to post. It's nice having you here with us.
Michelle: Happy Birthday! I'm glad you had a good time at the communion/birthday party. Sometimes I think you have to allow yourself a treat. I think it's important. I know myself, that if I am so strict on myself all the time....it just sets up for a binge, but allowing myself that occasional treat keeps me balanced. You should enjoy yourself ever now and again.....as long as a day doesn't turn into a week.....and so on and so forth!
I truly hope you have a wonderful birthday sweetie, you are very special to me.
2cute: What a nice comment! I am truly honored that you were looking at my boobs.
Just kidding. I have noticed the same thing......and so has dh.
It's like I said yesterday, my progress has not been as dramatic as Sara's, but we are all different here, so progress will show differently. Just to be able to say that I have kept off 70 lbs., to me...says more than anything. I'd also like to say that one sandwich, does not a failure make. You have to please you, little girl....and saying no sometimes...is very
pleasing. If you're with a family member, they will understand and shouldn't be offended. I used to have a hard time at work too....because everyone is always eating
something. But once everyone saw I was trying to change my life, they finally stopped offering. I actually had one of the girls offer me some food the other day.....but before I got a chance to even see what it was, she said, "Don't worry Tina....it's
healthy food." That made me feel good.
Barb: It does take some time to work up the courage to say no......especially when you've been saying "yes" most of your life. I mean, come on. Would we be in the place that we are now, if we hadn't of said yes.....way too many times. I try not to think of it as a "yes and no" thing....I just try to think of it as a "better way of life" thing. It's hard to go out and eat anytime, and occasionally....we will splurge. The most important thing is not to dwell on it and move on.
Sara:
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Hmm. It's also crossed my mind before that 3FC as a whole should have some sort of convention with seminars, and speakers and healthy meals... like a fun, ladies' weekend away...
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Sounds great to me!! Like I told Kat the other day.....I am ALWAYS up for a good road trip. Seeing you ladies would be the icing on my cake. Uh.....fat free, sugar free, angel food cake, that is.
Tracy: Even though you're not posting regularly, I have wondered about you often. For some reason, you stuck out in my head.....just knowing that you've read all our posts makes you part of the family. I know it's hard to not get depressed sometimes.....it happens to all of us. I don't have to tell you that we are here for you...because I think you know that. Keep reading, post when you feel like it, and before you know it....you will be
addicted just like us!
Thin: I figure you've been busy and would be tired when you got back. Once again, I have to say I was sorry to hear about your friend's father passing. And something else, we love your two cents worth....nickels worth, heck...we don't mind when you pass the buck even. That's what we count on you for. Take a few minutes out to catch your breath, relax and you know where we're at. {{{{hugs}}}}
Amanda: First of all.....let me say "WELCOME" in case I haven't yet. We are all very strikingly different individuals here, but isn't that what makes the world go round? The best part about that is, 99.9 % of the time, our personalities do not clash.....and if they do, most of us have the tact to not be rude and insult someone. We all enjoy some spirited debating, but 100% of the time.....we are here for one another. Stick around and get to know us....you'll not find a better group of friends. I will
always believe that.
Deon: Thank you so much for your support of me yesterday. I know I said I wouldn't say anymore on the issue, but I did have to thank you. It meant alot. Don't let something like this keep you away though.....we can't control what other people do or say, I learned that a long time ago. All we can do is try to be the best person we can be. We are not going to please everyone all the time and that is ok. I'm very proud of you and your accomplishments. Just getting out of the bed everyday and making an effort is an accomplishment, no matter how fast or how slow we do it. And another thing, you don't have to explain yourself to anyone....whether you come here and spend over an hour (like I am on this post)
or if you spend 20 minutes....you are your own person and have rights to do what makes
you happy.
Steph: In case I haven't said it yet, I wanted to sincerely congratulate you on going to Curves. We have one here in our town, but I'm not quite ready to do the "public exercising" yet. I do believe however, that when I get to that point.....Curves would definitely be the place to go. Wow....I just went back and read your last post and what a lot of exercising you did yesterday.....I need to get busy and catch up!
Lori: I completely agree with what you are saying about us all being built differently. I am very fortunate in the fact that my arms and to a certain degree, my legs are not very big. The majority of my weight is in my stomach area and that is my nemesis. When I was in school, my stomach was always flat, and I hate that is where I carry my excess weight. Not for long though!
Kat: Hey there mean girl....even though I know you're slacking on posting for awhile, I know you're still reading (at least you better be) and I had to include you, because even though you're not here in "keyboard", you're still here in spirit. Like I said before, you have to do what's best for you and I totally support you. I'll miss you....but also like I said before, I'm sure it won't be for long. You've got a fire in you some don't have, and I'm proud to call you my friend.
Sandy:Ssshhhh....I have to talk very quietly because Sandy probably has a hangover.... LOL Seriously, I hope you are having a very nice time away with the girls....it has been so long since I've done something like that, I can't even tell you. I think we tend to get so tied up with our family, jobs and everday life that we forget, we do need to take time out for
us. Good for you. Can't wait till you get back!
Ok gals.....I don't think it is humanly possible that I missed anyone, but if I did......PLEASE forgive me. My fingers are about to fall off and I think my butt is now numb.
I am getting my butt out of this chair now, going to the restroom (TMI) and then me and Leslie Sansone have a date!
I will be back later. Hope you all have a healthy, happy Sunday!