Jeniansmom, 6lbs is incredible, though I’m sorry to hear of your weight loss method! Hope you’re feeling better.
Eny, despite the sore muscles, I know you feel great about your football game. You should be proud for coming so far and putting yourself out there!
Pat, you sound like a wonderful mom and grandma; your family is lucky to have you. But it’s not selfish to take care of yourself too! If your new schedule doesn’t work out, perhaps you can figure out a compromise, like having a neighbor/friend’s mom get the kids off the bus and watch them until you can get there after your class. Good luck!
Jeannep,
and I only wish peanut butter cups were dietary!!
MamaGettinFit, sorry it’s taken me so long to answer, but I agree, for some, food really is like an addiction, complete with withdrawal symptoms, etc. My downfall isn’t really sugar, but I’ve never met a carb I didn’t like – muffins, bread, potatoes, etc. I don’t think that matters though, a trigger is a trigger. I was not able to allow myself treats at first because it would start a binge. But once I was a few weeks into healthier eating, it got easier to make healthier choices. I find I do much, much, much better if I plan my treat, like my Friday night glass of wine. I knew I was going to have it, I looked forward to it, and I made sure I allocated calories for it. If I allow myself a “spur of the moment” treat, like a piece of candy from the Halloween bucket as I’m passing by, I’m more likely to say “the heck with it” and the binge begins. (Yeah, it was a bit of a rough weekend
) I did get my biking in Fri, Sat, and Sunday, so I’m 90 miles closer to the plantation!
I’m going to be traveling for work from Wed to Saturday of this week and I’m nervous about it messing up my routine. I’m not worried about the eating – if anything, it will be easier, as I’ll be incredibly busy. And I’m not really worried about the exercising. I made the travel arrangements myself and made sure the hotel had a gym, so I’ll get my miles in on the bike. But, I’m not sure I’ll have internet access and will be able to report in. I was planning to use a freebie week, but we’re not doing those this challenge, so I’ll just have to make it work because I definitely need to stay challenged! I’m sure I’ll be able to find a Kinkos if necessary! Have a great day everyone!
Dixiemae, you are a saint for helping with those kids when she needs you, but remember your health has to fit in there as well...if you change your days make sure you really stick with it just as much as you have this schedule. I think you'll make it work, you seem like such a strong, determined woman from what I have heard from you. Let us know how it all comes out in the end. 
I really need to PICK THIS UP and get a move on with the weight loss!!!!
Let's hope that it's water weight! 
for the mini challenge and I need to step it up 
. At this rate I'm going to be the last one there... don't want that to happen! 
to you all!
