Ugh, I am sooo sore and tired today. I am expecting my TOM any day now, so I'm sure it's partially that. Thinking that while I don't want to not work out tomorrow, that I might just take a walk before work instead of my normal hardcore training. I hate taking off two days from my workout, but maybe that's what I need. Not sure.

QOTD - Since you have begun to lose weight, have you noticed and change in the things you like to do for recreation?

Not so much the things I like to do, as I've always loved sports & outdoors stuff, but maybe the company I do it in. Before I wouldn't want to play sports in front of people because I was self conscious, so I likely do those things more often now.

Whew...I finally have my house put back together and toddler proofed. Bring on the 21 month old....I'm ready!!!

Some bad news...apparently the 2 kitties I brought home loathed each other. I tried to let them aclimate but when there was bloodshed, one had to go. I only took 2 because everyone said cats should not be alone. Well, the one still here seems thrilled to be alone and unmaimed!! She is wonderful and settling in very well. My oldest niece is so excited that I now have a cat...she can not wait to get to PA and meet her. Today she called to ask how Stella (new kitty) was doing. Then she asked if Stella was afraid of heights!! I said I didn't know...how high are you talking about? She said "you know, like as high as a bunk bed". I just had to chuckle...she has a bunk bed in her room here and she sleeps on the top bunk!! She is just dying for this kitty to sleep with her! I am sure Stella will be more than happy to cuddle up with her...but she might have to convince her sister to give up the bottom bunk!! Kids!

Has anyone worked out with the Golds Gym Cardio for Wii? I am thinking of buying it...just wondered if anyone liked it?

Originally Posted by TSap:

Has anyone worked out with the Golds Gym Cardio for Wii? I am thinking of buying it...just wondered if anyone liked it?

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Gold's Gym Cardio. It's a killer workout! I'm sore today from it. I really recommend it!

I must have missed the post on the QOTD. How are we doing it? Does who ever post the QOTD then just pick someone to do the next one, or are we working down a list?

My good new for the day is that I'm back down from my 4.5lb TOM bloat. Now if I can just drop some more by Monday I'll be really happy! :D

Tonight I am being forced to go to a buffet but I have a plan! I am eating lower point today yet very healthy and I am saving my weekly points up for this. I will have a healthy snack beforehand. I will eat my first plate slowly which will be a salad with my own salad dressing. I found the points values of the other sort of foods online and I will just get one scoopful. I know pretty much what I will want to eat, so I figure, I will be set. I will be successful!

Daimere - Great job on planning! I'm sure you will be successful.

Its FRIDAY
Thank goodness!
Going to a womens conference with my BFF this weekend. She recently lost weight. And she is a great motivator who will help me stay on plan even at special events! Wanted to bike ride today since I have no babysitting kids BUT woke up with welts from new maxi pads so my BUTT is not going anywear near a bike seat today. So I will have to find another way to get some exercise today. I will try to do the 6km on Sunday. Sorry if that was TMI
Check in with you later!

Originally Posted by Daimere:
Tonight I am being forced to go to a buffet but I have a plan! I am eating lower point today yet very healthy and I am saving my weekly points up for this. I will have a healthy snack beforehand. I will eat my first plate slowly which will be a salad with my own salad dressing. I found the points values of the other sort of foods online and I will just get one scoopful. I know pretty much what I will want to eat, so I figure, I will be set. I will be successful!

Good plan I went last Friday with my family to a buffet and I used the dessert plate about the size of a childs plate for everything my salad,veggies etc. and It helped maintain portions. :)

I was wanting to ask everyone a question anyway so why don't I do the QOTD?

QOTD? What is a healthy food/food items that you can not live without?

For me it is Arnold Sandwhich Thins I love them and do not think I will ever use bread for a sandwhich again. Also I love the Skinny Cow ice cream treats.

QOTD? What is a healthy food/food items that you can not live without?

I love food and feel that it is very important that I find yummy stuff to eat. When I first started this WofL in December brussel sprouts were in season and I found that I LOVED them roasted. I now eat lots of veggies roasted.

I love frozen grapes and go through about 4 lbs. a week of those. Other must have in the fridge would be chicken, spinach, and grapefruit.

Well Mack's only been gone a few hours and I already miss him like crazy. He works VERY hard and the last month has been one of stress and deadlines. I'm glad he's going to get some much needed R&R and to dive everyday (weather permitting) but selfish me wants him here with ME.

I'm off to finally get on the treadmill; better late than never. The good news is we are having some VERY cool temperatures so the sunroom is very comfortable.

EDITED TO ADD
I had suggested taking turns asking the QOTD by having the person named naming the next person. I'm good with whatever..... just keep them coming.

Originally Posted by RangerChic:
Ugh, I am sooo sore and tired today. I am expecting my TOM any day now, so I'm sure it's partially that. Thinking that while I don't want to not work out tomorrow, that I might just take a walk before work instead of my normal hardcore training. I hate taking off two days from my workout, but maybe that's what I need. Not sure.

I think taking a couple days now and then is a good way of giving your body the rest it needs. It's when those days turn in to a week or more that it becomes a problem for me.

Take is easy, enjoy some R&R.

I need strength. Tonight a group from work are going out. There will be eating and drinking and rowdiness. I think I'm in trouble. I am going to do my best to keep it to a dull roar. TOM is sneaking in any second now. I hope that helps me lose a little poundage.

QOTD? What is a healthy food/food items that you can not live without?
I don't really have anything. I'm a pretty plain eater and don't like many veggies. I try to eat more fruit.

I'll check in tomorrow and confess my sins.

What is a healthy food/food items that you can not live without?

Fruits & veggies of all kinds. I live on fruits & veggies. Otherwise....green tea!

What is a healthy food/food items that you can not live without?

I pretty much like all food- I think that's what got me into this predicament in the first place.
But since I started at the beginning of the year I've been upping my fruit intake- eating lots of pears & apples and lovin' it!