Retire - Im sorry about your FIL, and I had a kidney infection while pregnant with my oldest, and in comparison, it made labor feel like nothing. Please tell your DIL if she can handle that, she'll be fine during childbirth (assuming this is her first baby!) I hope you can relax and stay OP :)

Nickie - At least you're down to workout! I also do 30ds & cant IMAGINE doing anything else on top of that. Jillian is a true a** kicker!! I know you'll make your St Pattys Day goal!

Willow - It really sounds SO fun! When I met my husband he had a Harley (and a lowrider), now the poor daddy has neither. I also grew up with my dad having a bike.

Beach - Thanks for the welcome! Everyone despises jury duty, and it seems like I get called every 2 years or so. I even got picked to be on one for a child molester 2 years ago. We gave him 30 years! Either way, Im glad you got out of it.

Prinny - Hope you're doing better!!

Ive been good. I skipped exercise for 2 days due to the hag's visit, but I weighed in yesterday and was still at 177lbs, which is great since I feel bloated. I plan to get back to the ole grind tomorrow!

EDITED TO ADD: Retire :dancer:CONGRATS :dancer:on being a Grandma!! Im sure he's GORGEOUS! Whats his name & stats?!

Hi Ladies:)

Just wanted you to know that I'm off again this morning,keeping my DH company when he goes to the Eye Doctor Surgeon to set up an appointment for is his cataract surgery.

Have to drive back on the rotary again,as DH's eyes won't be able to see,with all that guck in the eyes.

See you later,

retire Ya for grandmommies!!!! Congratulations!

vegas Thanks for the motivation! The hag's visit???? LOL!!!!!

beach Have fun! LOL

I did my 30DS when I got home. I was tired and wanted to just crash but i didn't! Yeah me! I'm OP today so far which is awesome cuz my goal today is to have a POP day! Here's to hoping...

It's cardio day which is definitely 30DS and ab routine. I want to hit some time on the elliptical but my daughter is super cranky today so I'm hoping that she can stay at the sitters. LOL

I got to the doctor today! Cards came yesterday and now I have meds and cough syrup and I should be right as rain in no time. I am SO glad. My old doctor accepts my new insurance. He is SO nice and actually listens.

I think I might get that video you guys are talking about My friend let me borrow the biggest loser with bob. It works you too. Anyways it finally feels nice to know I am staying on plan and managing my calories!!! Ok well just was checking in!! lata

Nicki - The Hag is another name for the monthly gift, the rag, period, lol! although, looking back, it would have been funnier if it were about someone in particular. I HATE working out when my kids are cranky, and it seems like one always trys to interrupt.

Prinny - Glad your cards came & you got to see the Dr.

Mom - I like Bob's videos too, but IMO Jillian works me harder.

Stayed OP today! Did a core video & a dance video. Tonight Im going walking with a friend, and hope to get at LEAST 2-3 miles under my belt.

I've lost that nasty 2.5 pounds I gained last week plus an extra pound for a total of 3.5 pounds this week. I'm weighing in early because we are going to see Baby this afternoon and I won't have scales for over a week.

So if I'm missing for a few days you'll know I'm on a serious date with my new grandson.

Good Morning Ladies :)

Sorry I was MIA yesterday afternoon but we were so exhausted when we got back from the doctors I just wanted to veg out.

I had a brain storm the other day and thought about portion control,when at the doctors office I read all about those package delivered meals,where testers were following the meals of 5 companies from Biggest Loser,Nutrasystem,Jenny Direct,Kitchen Chef & another unfamiliar brand. The information from the testers was interesting from PROs don't have to cook or prepare to CONS watered down soup, not enough to eat etc. They also mentioned in the article that those who can't afford the prices they charge don't be forlorn,just get a small plate like the package item and portion control starts.

So starting today that's what I'm going to do, I have 3 trays[1 with 3 sections the other with 2 and the 3rd has only 1 section] from those Lean Cuisine and Smart ones entrees and I'm going to eat out of them until I can visual a real portion control meal.

VEGAS-TG I don't have to go back,I have better things to do with my time,like trying to figure out what will make the scale go downward.


NICKIE-It was another ordeal,but now it over.Hope you were able to get your cardio done,even when your little one was having a cranky day. I'm starting to get my outdoor walking done again, now that the weather is getting warmer.


RETIRE-Big Congrats on Your lucky Fri the 13th W-I and losing 2.5 lbs Hope I will be able to have a lucky Monday the 16th as that's my W-I day. Have a great time this afternoon seeing & being your new baby grandson.


Have a good one

Retire - YAY for 2.5lbs lost! Now you can enjoy your trip & the new little man in your life!

Beach - Portion control is a big challenge for me often too. I just get SO hungry. I think your idea sounds great!

I usually W-I on Friday's, however, do to being on a period week, Im going to W-I on Sunday or Monday instead. That way I can get a few good days of exercise in first, before I see the same number as last week!

Today I am doing a very poor job of tracking everything. I am in a mood where I don't care and just want to eat pie. Not having lost anything in a while is not helping. Still feel icky, taking my meds but I am so sick of being sick. Prinny is in a foul mood. :-(

Good Morning Ladies:)

Going to go grocery shopping without my dear Leo,he developed a stomach virus and is afraid to leave the house. In fact the whole little town has come down with the flu in nursing homes and the whole 4th floor of our hospital is quarantined with the stomach virus,since last two weeks.

Nothing new,still working on what calorie range is best for me. I noticed that I do better when going on a higher range 1400-1600 but this last week I went down a little 1300-1500 Hope it works for Mondays W-I.I sure the small plates that I using is going to help also.



VEGAS-I hope this little trick that I read about will work. I find if I eat to many carbs around supper time I then to eat mindlessly while watching TV.. But when I control them the carvings go away. Do you find yourself in the same situation,its funny how many people can't handle carbs after a certain age. Good Idea about moving your W-I to Monday when TOM is gone,I do the same thing.

PRINNY-Sorry about you being sick. Did you get your insurance card yet. Don't get into a depression,snap out of it and get back to OP as soon as possible,you don't want to let this feeling ruin your health.

I ordered jillian's video so that will be cool when I get it!!! Today was a hard day to stay on track cause of TOM but I have done well so far so that is good.

beach-the stomach flu TOTALLY sucks...knock on wood I have managed to avoid it this winter!!! All my kids had flu shots so they didn't get it either!!

Prinny-yeah I know what you mean I just wanted to eat a cake but I didn't let my husband make it because I woulda ate it all!!! I hope you feel better soon!!!

Vegas-I do wi's on monday but I was thinking of changing to Friday BEFORE the weekend. That way I dont feel discouraged if I do poorly on the weekends. I would have a week to work it off and get back on track!!

Retire-Enjoy seeing the baby!!! Its nice to visit and nice to leave right!!! Thats what my mom always tells me...she LOVES to visit them and LOVES when she can give them back!!!

Good Morning Ladies:)

Look like it going to be a cloudy day,and its going to be a day of rest. At least for me after attending church services and brunch with my friends than I heading for the tv and watch the finial of the golf tournament.


My Weight went down a little so I think the Small Plate idea is working.Not feeling hungry at all,but I must give it time to let my bod know what I'm doing.

MOMO-I thought for sure that I was going to get it,but I didn't *knock on wood*. My DH is feeling a lot better to day. I guess living in a small town you can get a virus from anywhere.

So your a Jillian fan I like BOB's workout better. His cardio video is excellent. The only thing I don't do with that tape is his floor exercises as I have a bad back and I wouldn't get up from the floor doing that.


Have a great day,see you in the morning

Beach - Hooray on the plate idea working, and a bigger hooray that you're well when so many in your town arent! Maybe your immune system is better because you're exercising & eating right? Who knows, but Im glad you're well. I like Bob, but I am an overall Jillian fan. I owe getting up off my fat bootie to HER!! Also, if I do her 45 minute Boost Metabolism video, Im almost SURE to lose a pound the next day!

Momof - I know how hard it is to stay OP during TOM, so good for you! This month was a bit easier for me with less cravings. You'll love the Jillian video for sure! All of her's are just awesome, really. Ill be technically W-I twice this week, Monday (due to TOM this past week) & Friday (to get back on regular W-I schedule). I also have been meaning to mention Im a mommy of 3 (under 5) so I know how tough it is to get your workouts in and be a mommy at the same time!

Today we're going to the library & grocery shopping. That will get some good walking in. Also, we're going to try and take the kiddos to the park to get some energy out!

Have a great Sunday all!

Feeling a bit better today the steroid inhaler is helping clear up the crud. I slipped a little the last 2 days but I was actually down to 168.6 this morning. I hope I lose a little faster once I can work out again because I am going to get really frustrated at this rate.