A matter came up yesterday and I never made it to the stairs...or any workout at all and I went over my calories by a lot, and I went up to 235.8!!!! AHHHHHH!!!!!

Anyway, out to do a walk today and re-focus...I'm slowly sliding back in to the way of life, but it's going very slowly....so pray for me! LOL!!!

Emme Thank you!!! I am trying my best to stay positive through the losses and the gains

Okay ladies, I got to get out of the house today and do some exercise...trying to hit the stairs for real today and stop snacking, I'm zoning in my problem areas and it's snacking...gotta get that snacking under-hand.

Have a good day ladies!

Fit4Lyfe: good luck getting back on track!
I hear you about the snacking. Once I started actually tracking my calories, I was amazed at what I was eating without even realizing it!

Nothing much exciting going on here. Enjoying all the fabulous fruit that's available this time of year. I had the BEST cantaloupe yesterday. Yum!

Trying to move my running up from my typical 25 minutes to more like 45 during the summer. Managed 33 yesterday, but I was so tired at the end.

First CC challenge
 

I admit, I have been forum stalking for awhile. But I felt like I am ready to dive in and actively make a goal for July 4th.

We have a huge family reunion in July and I haven't seen many of my relatives for over 15 years. I would like to be healthier when I see them all.

I was doing great last fall, and got down to 274. Stress from a horrible job with a devilish boss and some health problems caused me gain about 19 lbs. I'm ready to get started again! Plus I am quitting my horrible job in 3 weeks. It's the first time I have ever quit anything in life and am a little scared. However, I feel I am making the best choice!

DH is so supportive and encouraging. Told me that my health and our quality of life is more important than a second income right now. I am going to take a little time off before heading back into the job market. I hope to use the time to get healthy, develop some new patterns and enjoy my dh and kids.

Goals for July 4th:

--Lose 15 lbs (big goal but I have a lot to lose--haven't been exercising and know I will drop a lot of weight this first month).
--Exercise at least 3 days a week on the eliptical
--Do my weights and ab workout at least 2 times a week
--Walk with the dh, kids, and dog every day.
--Keep up on my food journal app

Welcome, Laughing! I'm glad you are getting out of a bad job situation. I wish you much luck! And good luck with your weight loss goals -- you can do it! :)

Welcome Laughing!

Welcome Laughing!!

jiggle- you remembered about watermelon from last year? You are a sweety, thanks so much.

jdonato- your just as determined as i am, I know you won't give up. Thanks so much, no problem about the age thing. It's getting harder & harder because of my age. By the way, my avatar picture is old, I gained 10lbs since then, I don't look that way anymore. I should be happy I got this far, maybe I'm trying to feel like I'm young yet. You made me think.......
I appreciate all your help!

Emme- Thanks!

Walked 38min. in this really hot weather, even started early to try to avoid the heat. There was no avoiding it today, it was 88 degrees at 8am. Calories were 1230, I really wanted an orange so i was ok with going over. Scales going down, but now I think the rest is fat which takes forever to lose.

I'm really starting to freak out about going to the Japanese Buffet with my family on Sunday. Salad & fruit is always my main meal there, i don't eat the hot food. The desserts are the only thing I'm worried about, I don't go there much with my family since they are in their 80's, I want to enjoy myself. I don't want to gain 5lbs. from desserts! It's funny, i don't miss fast food, frozen meals, pizza or any of that, any kind of dessert is my only problem. Once I start eating it, i can't stop. So far I'm thinking that I will eat only the desserts that I know I love, if it's just so-so, it's not worth it, not all of them appeal to me. Why do I even have to be stressed by a petty problem like this, I want to look forward to it, not dread going. The never ending battle is driving me nuts, it's a constant struggle between me & the sweets. Who's gonna win?

Good Morning!!!!
I had another good day. I have been holding my calories under 1300 and the day I went over by 140 hasn't been damaging. So I think I will call it a victorious week on plan. I have to get more toning workouts in though. We are working summer hours now. Last year working the hours we work during the summer derailed me terribly. Since I'm working long hours with an extra day off I don't have the energy to workout. Which is why I have been so determined to keep my calories on point. I'm going to try to do a workout on my day off and the weekends. I will also have to stay away from the house so I can avoid snacking.
Fruitlady - I remember it because you are of course the fruit lady!!! :) I so understand the age thing and the work required to get this weight off. I want to have a better summer this year than I did last year.
Emme - How did your weigh in go??
Ekicna - :wave:
Laughing - :welcome2: I think when you choose your health over anything else you are making the right decision. Having a job that stresses you out and working for someone that is :devil: is not worth your health. I know things will be fine when you leave. You can get this done and you will be glad you made the decision.
Ann71 - Does running make you hungry? I used to run but I would be hungry and would have to increase my calories. I lost inches but no pounds.
Fit - Did you get those stairs in yesterday???
JD - I'm with you, we have to keep going. I was discouraged because I was having to increase my eating to compensate for my workouts but it resulted in maintaining my weight. I was stuck for SIX MONTHS!!! So don't let a few days get you down. Now that I'm not working out I have been able to decrease my calories and I'm loosing again. But we can't quit we just keep making adjustments until we find what works.

Let's have a fun and on plan day. We can do this and one more thing...no matter what kind of day you are having, CELEBRATE YOURSELF!!! It may not be going exactly like you want it to but you are making progress merely making the decision to work on doing better for you health.

Fruit ~ Dessert is my weakness, too. I've learned with calorie counting that if I am going to have some kind of dessert, that it is going to be a dessert that is decadent and enjoyable, not some run-of-the-mill brownie or something easy like that. Maybe find one dessert that is just "calling your name" and looks phenomenal, and just focus on that one thing.

Jiggle ~ I'm glad you had a good day! I hope your weekend is good, too!

My WI today was good: I'm down 0.6 from last Friday (and actually a whole pound from Monday with weight fluctuations), so I'll take it and run with it! Weekends are the hardest for me because I love to party with food and snack, so I might be posting here often this weekend just to keep my mind focused.

I hope you all have a great day! :)

Hello Hello peeps!!! I am down to 234.8, joy to the world (although I keep bouncing around but that's because I have one good day and one bad day...if I have 2 good days in a row though...magical things happen LOL) and I am looking forward to changing my ticker on Sunday or Monday or what have you...

Emme Awesome WI honey!!!

jigglefree When I was a Park Ranger Summer hours nearly drove me to an early grave! LOL! But no, I did not make it to the stairs, instead I did some stair action at my house...all these old Victorian homes have a bazillion flights of stairs, and mine ain't no different, I too, am learning that being out and active on my days off is a good thing, staying in the house means I get nothing done and I eat like a fatty

LaughinGirl78 WELCOME my Dear!!!!!

...off the stairs, for real this time!!!!! I swear!!! Keep it low-cal on this glorious Friday mes collègues soldats...

Hello ladies,

Day 4 of Phase 1 and still at 139.0 this morning :( I'm really hoping it's TOM. But as Jiggle and Fruit and all you ladies have supported me on, I'm not going to give up. I've been under my calories the past couple of days, eating very healthy, so we will see.

Tomorrow we are going shopping for my first "Brand New" car! I'm getting the 2011 Chevy Cruze. I hope everything goes well and I'm able to get it this weekend. I have it all figured out of all the Specs I want. And tomorrow night we are going bowling with my sister and her bf so our bf's can meet eachother for the first time lol..should be interesting.

Dinner last night was amazing, the chicken burgers were sooo good. I put fat free greek yogurt on top of the bottom eggplant slice, the chicken burger, then avacado on top of the chicken burger, and salsa on top of the top eggplant slice.

tonight is steak kabobs, with eye of round it's very lean, and pre-counted out so I know what I can eat.

we will see what the scales says tomorrow. Have a nice night ladies and keep up the great work!

Laughing-Welcome!

jdonato-Super exciting!What fun to shop for a car!

I am happy to report I have ended my flat line. I lost two pounds! YEAH!!!

jiggle- you will have a great summer!

Emme- thanks, the problem for me is stopping after one piece. Once I get that taste of sugar I will want sugar all day. It's best for me not to have it at all.

jdonato- Have fun car shopping!


Did real good on calories, 1199. I think I'm getting the hang of this! Exercise was only 20min, rode the bike vigorously. Had no time for a walk, missed it. Lost 4.2lbs since I've been eating clean for 4 days. As long as I stay around 1200 calories I lose steadily. No problem, I never feel hungry with 1200. I'm small, I guess I don't need as much food. Even did good resisting temptation at the supermarket tonight(yes, I buy junk and eat it even when I'm not feeling hunger). I chewed a piece of peppermint gum before I went in, It worked.

I'm gonna try chewing peppermint gum tomorrow when I go to two different farmer's markets for fruit. They both have really good baked goods & candy, if I don't buy any, it will be a miracle. Even if I eat a little bit, I'll be craving sugar for days & it will make me gain weight. Don't want to start trying to lose the same weight all over again.

Good luck to all!!

Hey ladies! Back from vacation...*sigh*

I actually think I did pretty well on my "break". I didn't end up eating as much as I though I would- sure, I made unhealthy choices (mmm bacon), but I didn't gorge on anything. I found myself not wanting to eat a whole lot. Haven't weighed to see the damage yet, though.

Yesterday, I got TOM while at a rest stop coming back. Ugh. I feel so tired (tom, had to take a zyrtec which always makes me tired, and got 4 hours of sleep the night before-followed by a six hr. drive and 8 hour shift at work) and miserable...and whiny! Yikes. Not good. I'm hoping to get back OP today fully and eat lightly.

I can't see myself exercising today, but maybe if I'm energized tomorrow morning I will. Right now, I'm just looking forward to 7:30 tonight when I leave work and can come home and crawl into bed! I'm sure by the time I get home I won't really want to sleep then, ha, but you never know.

I'm in a bad mood also because my manager isn't allowing me to pick up any OT, which I desperately need to pay my bills. I RELY on OT and holiday pay because we're so underpaid, but I won't get either now. They cut our holiday pay (which is double time, and I always work the holidays) for Memorial Day and 4th of July.

OKAY, enough of the whine. And yes, I would like some cheese!

Fruit- Wow! Congrats! And good luck with the will power! You're doing great! I don't know if I'd be able to completely cut something- I always end up saving some calories for a skinny cow treat every now and then, ha. But I hear you, one bite can lead to disaster.

k15- :carrot: Awesome! Must feel so good to see the scale go down again!

Jdon- Probably TOM sneaking up on you. Sounds like you've been doing very well! Congrats on the new car. And the chicken burgers sound delicious.

Fit- Moving in the right direction! Good to hear- you can do this!

Emme- High five!

Jiggle- Congrats on being OP!!

Laughing- Welcome! And congrats on moving on from your job- something that takes such an emotional toll is never good for weight loss, or overall well being for that matter. It will feel so good to move on!

Ann- I love the fresh fruit this time of year. So good, and good for you. I can't wait to have some strawberrys!

Fit4Lyfe ~ Nice job on the 234.8!! Can't wait until you change that ticker! :carrot:

jdonato ~ Just stay on track and don't give up! Stick with what you are doing! :) And how fun to be shopping for a new car!! Awesome!

k15g15 ~ Woo-hoo! Congrats! :bravo:

fruitlady ~ I have a bad time with sugar, too. I once ate an entire box (an extra large box, at that) of Nerds candy. I just thought I'd have a handful but it was literally like I couldn't stop because the sugar was just going psycho in my body. No fun. Good luck to you!

Corinne ~ Welcome back from vacation! I hope you had a great time! That stinks about the no OT...keep your head up!

Nothing really new to report here -- weekends tend to be my kryptonite, so I am going to stay focused and determined to stay OP!

Came in under calories again!!! I think I may get on the scale tomorrow. See if my weight has changed because my measurements aren't really moving. I think it's because of the lack of exercise. I will be running errands and I'm going dancing tonight. Tomorrow will start floor exercising as not to increase my hunger.

I'll try checking in later so I can do personals but gotta get me and the little girl dressed for errands. Have a great day ladies!!

Emme and Corinne- thank you, any kind of refined sugar just triggers me to eat more, good to know I'm not the only one.

Off to the second farmer's market now, I'm on plan so far. Peppermint gum is wonderful, don't even want sweets when I'm chewing it. My husband bought 3 big cakes! Like I need that around, I made him take them to work w/ him. Yay! No exercise, no time. Calories were 1245, lost 2 oz.

Sorry for not posting in ~FOREVER~ I have been busy & To be honest a lazy poster~LMBO~The weather has been super So I been enjoying it...& my flowers blooming..... I am still maintaining Great ~ A Firm tummy Is just a dream I think~I am happy I am where I am though so no complaining if it never gets firm.~Anyways with dial up it is super hard to go back & read all the post so I hope everyone has had a great challenge so far & if not it turns good for them.... <3 & Missed y'all~ TO ALL My fellow Losers :May we Stay on the right path! ~HUGS TO ALL~

Weekly check in here. I lost another 2 lbs this past week. I'm now 3 lbs away from being below 200 since about 2002. I'm very excited now.

I also started using a calorie tracker on my phone. It's amazing how those calories add up. But I've been a little below my daily goal for the past four days so I think it's really gonna help me.

Good luck to everybody and keep on pushing. The 4th is just around the corner!

Good Day ladies,
I had a good day yesterday and I came in under my calorie limit and that included the alcohol I indulged in last night as we celebrated my best friend's birthday. I had a BLAST. I'm still really tired but I wanted to pop in. I danced a whole lot and my thighs and calves are in pain from dancing in my heels. So I definitely count that as my workout for yesterday. I also did a lot of walking around the mall yesterday and today. I'm feeling pretty positive about my progress thus far. I will be going to the doctor tomorrow and I can see what my loss is for the past two weeks. I'm feeling good about it and I will let you all know after my appointment.

I know it's the weekend and we have enjoyed and some of us have been plagued with weekend chaos in our eating plans but tomorrow is another day to get it right and we will keep working until we get it right even on the weekends. I think being out of the house all weekend kept me below my calorie limit especially yesterday and last night. I will get back at you all tomorrow.

Hi everyone! I'm slacking with my posting but I have been keeping up with my calories and weight loss. I'm back down to 112.2 after my TOM ended. I definitely need to exercise more and now that my hubby is home, I'm eating too much junk food, even though I'm within my calorie range.

Hey everyone, well the dreaded PLT exam has been taken. Now I should have more time to exercise and to post on here. So I didn't quite finish the test in the allotted time, but I have heard that a lot of people do not finish and still pass, so hopefully that will be the case. The proctor for the test was horrible, but what's done is done. Now it's time to focus on staying within my calorie range, exercising, and drinking water. I'm expecting my weight to be up tomorrow.

So, I have written down a workout schedule and now have a dry erase calendar to hang up in my room. I'm hoping this will help to keep me on track. Will do personals tomorrow. I'm looking forward to having more time for this site!

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@everyone, Thanks for all the warm welcomes! You all are so supportive and kind.

@Lori, I wish we had some of that nice weather, it's been super hot here. But it should cool down this week and allow me to get my walks in.

@Live, Laugh, Love, I actually proctored PLT exams this weekend. On the constructed response you will either get 1 point or 2 for each response. As long as you finished most of them, you shouldn't have a problem passing. Good Luck! :hug:

Well since starting to get back on the wagon at the end of last week, I am down 2 lbs. I didn't meet my exercise goals but I met my diet expectations. Now with the cooler weather, I am going to try harder to meet my walking goal. Hang in there everyong and let's start this week off right!

Good morning, everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend. I'm looking forward to another OP week. Let's do this!! Let's show these calories that we aren't messin' around!! http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-fc/boxer.gif

Just checking in. I stayed on track all week and walked all but one day. I lost 1lb this week. Got to just keep plugging away.

I had a real wake up call this morning ladies: 238.8!!!!!!

Okay, well that's a lot of salt from 2 BBQ's and an anniversary party...I ate so much salty food over the weekend that I now have a swollen taste bud, so I know it will go back down...but still, that number sucks!!!!!

Anyway, I did bootcamp this morning, got me water in, about to get some more water in and that's it for me; I'll do personals tomorrow...I'm starving!!!

Any small loss is an accomplishment.. Good job.. Im gonna try to get over to the Farmer's Market to get some fresh produce myself... Some Amish ppl are selling homemade cobblers & pies though.. I might have a relapse & buy one! they're so yummy!

WAY to Maintain !! you're awesome.. & Yes, the weather has been lovely & Ive been spending more time out myself.. But DIAL UP?? girrrl you need a serious UPGRADE!! lol :hug:

the calorie phone apps are really helpful.. Good luck & have a good week :)

as we all know, dancing is a good burn. :belly: No pain, no gain! you're doing great & Im glad youve enjoyed the weekend :)


Good show, & i know youre so relieved about the tom weight coming off.. Mine is coming up so Im trying to get some extra exercise in..


exercise will be good for your stress relief .. good luck with the tests & scoring, I know that can be a drag at times!

congrats for the loss & i hope you have an even better week :)

:cheer: yessss Im with you.. I need to get back ON PLAN cause ive been screwing up .. i need to get hype.. LoL

1lb loss a 1lb less.. keep going :)

sometime bbq is worth the water weight.. lol at least you know what needs to happen to get that number back down.. You can do this !

well, butterflies, it's blazing hot outside, & I dont wanna go anywhere, but ITS MY BIRTHDAY!! .. yep I turned the BIG [no pun intended] 28 this year.. lol I feel happy.. My little sister got me a coloring book & crayons for my birthday.. lol I LOVE IT. :) the love of my life is taking me out to DINNER today.. I think today may be counted as an OFF PLAN day. but I havent had ANY calories yet today since I havent had an appetite.. Im gonna try to stuff down a fiber one bar & a piece of fruit.. anyway, Im gonna start some small Strength training this week on my fathers home gym.. I havent done any kind of strength yet, but I know it needs to happen at some point..

in other news, I have a VERY HOPEFUL interview tomorrow so hopefully, it turns out alright.. its a good job with great pay & benefits & Id love to get on there.. Im gonna be praying & sending out good karma all week!!

well, you ladies have a blessed day, & let these b*tches [calories] know whos the boss!!

:grouphug:

:bday2you:Happy Birthday Phat - hope you have a great Day!!!!

Happy, happy birthday!!!!:celebrate:

Hi ladies! I know I have been MIA for the last challenge. I've had a tough few months including a break up with my boyfriend. Instead of taking control and feeling good, I chose to become depressed and gained A LOT in the process. I'm turning a new leaf now and feel much better about myself and want to get the ball rolling again. I need you guys!!

Starting in on this challenge a little late, as usual haha. I would like to drop 10 pounds by the 4th of July. I also want to completely remove alcohol from my diet, I have been partying way too much and that I know has contributed to my weight gain. And make an effort to check into this website much more often, like I used to.

SW: 275
GW: 265

Have a good day everyone!!! :)

PHAT: Happy Birthday!! Also, to combat TOM weight gain, I noticed that drinking a lot of water and exercising every day during TTOM, I was able to lose weight instead of gain.

p H A T - :bday2: Celebrate BIG!!! Make it the best day you have ever lived!!!
Farn - Hey welcome back. Missed you but just hop in and let's get it done!!

Well I went to the doctor and I've lost 4.5 pounds in two weeks!!! I'm feeling pretty good about it. So 2 pounds a week is pretty good. YEA BABY!!!

Have A Fan-tab-u-looooos Birthday Phat!

Yesterday & today's calories totaled 10,440, who can actually eat that much? Me. I'm sick & bloated, my husband says I'm waddling like a duck. I'm so pathetic, I'm never doing this again. I was sick last night with night sweats and heartburn, I couldn't sleep. Then what do I do? Eat like a hog again today! No More!!!!!

jigglefree ~ Awesome 4.5 loss in 2 weeks! :)


fruitlady ~ Yes, banish those bad, extra calories! ;) Just wake up fresh tomorrow and start anew. Are you an emotional eater? If you are, I can completely relate.

jiggle- That's great! Congrads on 4.5lbs lost!

Emme- Thanks, I am starting fresh tomorrow. I don't know if I'm an emotional eater. I eat when I'm happy or sad, it doesn't seem to matter. I just love desserts too much.

I went to a buffet yesterday, ate alot of dessert, no hot food. I couldn't get full, that triggered me and I continued to eat all day & today. Never again will I do that. The best thing for me to do is to just stay away from all refined sugar, once I'm detoxed I don't want it anymore.

Good morning ladies.

Boy do I wish I were still on vacation! I had a blast. The weather was beautiful, great company, spending days on the beach...and I felt really comfortable in my bathing suit for the first time in 7 years.

I did maintain, but also got TOM on Friday (at a rest stop on the way home- fun!) so I added a little over two pounds of water weight. I don't know what the scale will say this Friday, but I may just disregard it as I know I hold on to that weight for over a week and my period is just ending.

I was at work alone last night and ended up going over my cals by about 200- which isn't too bad seeing as I'm at 1200. I just got bored. Terrible! I do move around a lot at work though, so I'm sure that it won't have much impact.

While I'm an active person, I haven't done my regimented workout since the first day of my vacation- today I'm going to squeeze back into it, probably treadmill and resistance bands.

I feel like I've fallen off the wagon, even though I haven't- it's more "maintenance" mode. I just need to ramp up my motivation again! I have some personal issues that have been bugging me, but I think I'm moving in the right direction again.

Onwards and upwards (well, downwards!)!

Fruit- Emotional eating is broadly encompassing- eating can be triggered by ANY emotion. Happiness, sadness, being bored (which is my biggest foe as I have to constantly be moving around to not be bored), angry, accomplished...anything. Obviously not everyone is an emotional eater, but maybe pay attention to why you're helping yourself to the extra desserts? Then maybe use it as a tool and reassure yourself that you don't *need* them. It usually works to re-direct me. And I'm sure you're back op after those two days! I know you're strong and you'll pick yourself right back up! :hug:

Jiggle- That's AWESOME! Congrats!!

Ekicna- Lucky! No matter how much I ramp it up during my period, I always gain a little bit- but at least it's good to know it isn't fat!

Farn- SO good to see you back! Sorry to hear about the breakup- never a good thing to go through! Glad to hear you're getting set to turn over a new leaf! You can do this!

Phat- HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY! Hope you celebrated a ton!

Fit- Good getting back OP!

See- Congrats on the loss!

Laughinggirl- That's great! Congrats!

Live- You must be so relieved that exam is over. I'm sure you did wonderfully!

PHAT I hope your bday was fantabolous...

CorrineIrene Pretty jealous you got to go on vacation AND you didn't gain any weight, lol...good job

I am going for my 2nd day OP in a row, it doesn't sound like a lot but lately, I have been pretty erratic with my counting and staying OP, so this is a big deal for me. I already worked out and I'm getting my water in, so far, so good. Oatmeal for breakfast and pasta for lunch. I know I can do it I know I can!!!! Have a good day ladies and stick with it!

Quick update...

I got down to 138.4, for like 2 days and this morning I was at 139.6. I've been OP for Phase 1, and most OP with my calories. There was 2 days where I was over my fat grams, but still should be past the 135 mark by now! GRRRRRRRRr :devil: :mad:. TOM is here so we will see by tomorrow what happens. Today I'm makeing sure i'm perfect with my fat and calories. I feel like me doing Phase 1 has been a waste, regardless I'm still going to finish it out.

On a better note....I GOT MY CAR! 2011 Chevy Cruze, I got the Black Granite, RS, 1LT....omg it's amazing! Her name is Isabelle. :) I will post pics later.



Fit: Congrats on 2 days of OP!

PHAT: happy belated birthday! Hope it was amazing!

corinne: nice job during your vacation! You should be very proud of yourself :)

fruitlady: :hug: just get back up on that wagon and we are here to catch you anytime you need it!

jiggle: BOOOOOYA! :carrot: nice job on the weightloss

Farn: Missed ya! I was absent too for a while, and I gaied 27lbs back since then, so we can do this together :hug:

Everyone else, sorry I can't get to you, back to work. I hope all of you have a wonderful night!

Corinne- thanks, it doesn't seem to matter what mood I'm in, if there's desserts around I can't resist, especially if they look really good!

jdonato- Isabelle, love it! Thanks for your support. I'm not giving up, I promise!
Stay strong, i know how frustrating it is to be doing everything right and not seeing results.

My three day struggle with junk food is over. Nothing left in the house, so I'm safe. Told hubby if he buys any, I will throw it away!
I ate what was left this morning. I think I did it just to get rid of it, I wanted to toss it out, but couldn't bring myself to do it. Isn't that pathetic??

I'm now 10lbs heavier than i was last summer, I'm depressed that i have all this weight to lose, I am not used to dieting anymore, especially for long periods of time. I'm scared to see the scale tomorrow.

Had 3169 calories today, did 70min of walking. Tomorrow back to the grind, not looking forward to it.

Happy Happy Joy Joy!!!
I'm feeling good today. I have been doing well. If I keep going at this pace I may find myself at my goal by my birthday!!! What a gift to myself.
Fruitlady - YAY you have ended the struggle. No don't be so hard on yourself. Even if you are over where you were you have the ability to get back to it because you know what to do.
JD - Congrats on getting your car. You are so right we have to keep moving. I was happy that I had lost 4.5 pounds but I was thinking it would be more. But I figured it still adds to the bottom line and I will get it done and so will you!
Fit - Good job of staying on plan for the two days. Just keep going because you will see the goal you have for your health.
Corinne - Welcome back from the vacation. Pretty good maintaining while on vacation. I hope I'm able to do that while I'm out and about this summer.
Emme -:wave:Hope you are having a great day!!!

Well ladies let's get it done today. Stay focused and work it like you want it!!