AJ- Sadly, I know the feeling of wanting to keep in hiding until I lose weight too. But, a couple of months ago I got together with some girlfriends from high school when one had a baby and was so glad I did. I’m sorry about the pregnancy comment you received—I’ve gotten those a couple of times too. :hug: By the way, I love the quote on your signature—it’s so true!!!

Neesy- that is inspiring to have someone in your family like that—17 miles at 57, love it!! Great job on sticking with your food choices, I bet next week you drop weight like nobodies business—and that sent warm fuzzies my way to hear you got to talk to your hubby.

Mygrits- Great job on the workouts and sticking with the calories! I’m still staring at the beets…I’ll give you an update when I figure it out ..ha ha. Congrats on the loss of 3.6 for the week—whoo whoo!!!

Lindy- Whoo whoo, I bet it’s nice to have her back! thanks for the boost on the 5k…today I start my challenge with that. Funny you mention the raw veggies boosting your metabolism, I was just at my neighbors last night and began reading an article about that. It had a 10 day plan of raw veggies that said you would lose 20 lbs…I’ll keep that in my pocket to use when I hit a plateau.

MaddiesMom- Wowsa, you are rockin’ the gym—great job!!

Burgundy- Awesome job on sticking with the 30ds!! Ohh yum, can I have the recipe for pico de gallo??

Whoo whoo, I just stepped on the scale and I'm down 4 pounds this week!! Can't wait to see how everyone else is doing :D

I've updated the total weight loss for the group:
Burgundy-16
AJ- 13
Lindy - 35
MaddiesMom: 30
MyGrits- 54
Basics- 15

Total Lost = 163 Pounds!!!!

BacktoBasics - Congratulations on the 4 lbs loss! WOOO HOOO!! That is soooo awesome. Can't wait to hear about the beets ;-)

Ok....
Back2Basics and Mygrits - CONGRATULATIONS on your weight loss! Yes! I am trying to be very happy for everyone today but man oh man am I depressed as all ****. First...I had to register my Gabadoo for soccer, tomorrow is the cut-off and it was $180, not to mention we still have to go out and buy new soccer shoes, then I went and got her school supplies....$50, just on school supplies, and why the **** is the teacher asking for Glade plug ins...vanilla sent?! Honestly, what the **** is wrong with these teachers. Grrr...that just makes me more upset. Now, the icing on the cake...I went and registered Gab for CCD because my mom and Grandma have been up my butt about her receiving communion (as she should...but still, just sayin) - $60 flippin dollars! Common...60 bucks and they go on no field trips or anything AND the teachers are all volunteers! Sheez...this is just not my day. I feel like Im on the verge of a mental breakdown. Im broke and fat and its depressing. :( Sorry...pitty party for one today.

Lindy- I am sure with all your workouts you muscle may be holding some water. or it could be sodium. You will lose those 2 lbs again in no time. Really hope your day gets better.

Mygrits-great job on the 3 lbs. Slow down, I gotta catch you, you are 4 lbs ahead of me.

Basics-4 lbs-holy smoke girl, you are rockin!!! The pico de gallo is so simple, dont know if its really picode gallo but I like it. I chop up tomatoes, onion, green pepper or sweet banana pepper and garlic(its supposed to have cilantro in it, but I hate cilantro.Just mix them all together and let it set for a while so some juice comes out of the tomato. You can salt and pepper it to taste but I didnt, trying to stay away from salt.

So I got on the scale and I am down 3lbs from last week, at 219. YAY!! Finally seeing results again. Going shopping with my SIL today, need to get ready. Have a great day everyone

Burgund - Congratulations on your 3lbs, that is totally awesome! You are on my tail........LOL........I need to keep moving! LOL...

Lindy - I am so sorry about al your stress this weekend. Stay stronge for you and Gabadoo - next week will be better and much brighter. Is there any chance your Mom would help with the CCD or your ex, or maybe they have scholarships and can give you a discount? You are an awesome Mom and she will appreciate all your struggles and all you do for you as she grows up. It is tough being a parent and even more being a single-mom. I had so many years where I just didn't think I would make it financially and especially emotionally, but now my kids, especially my daughter, are greatful awesome kids and help me out any way they can. They remember, and are very very appreciative, as Gabadoo will be!

Have a great afternoon ladies.

Lindy- I am so sorry. I know exactly how those days feel. Just remember how much better you feel. It really could be water weight! And about school... that is the most rediculous thing ever. Why di they need scented anything. A school should be kept clean. I am sorry you spent a fortune. Maybe that will be it for a while!

Sandy- Congrats!! Almost 4 lbs. Thats HUGE! great job staying committed.

Back2Basics- Thank you for the support. Soe one told me that saying when I was single and trying to find love. I think it is true for every thing great!

Burgundy- Thats awesome. I am glad you are seeing results.


As for me, I weighed in at 162. 5lbs in a full week. That feels great but I ate two huge bowls of special K last night because I wasn't feeling well and so I ate... and ate. Ugh. Now I feel that bloated crap! I hate when I do that to myself. It did make me feel better and go to sleep though.

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Hey girls. I weighed 212lbs today! YAY 4lbs in a week.. but I'm sure that it will change with this next week. TOM is here.. hopefully I will still have a decent loss next sunday.

AJ-That is incredible! 5lbs! WOW!!!!! Great job!

Lindy- You are still doing awesome. Don't let one week get you down. You'll have a big loss next week. I'm sure of it. You motivate me each and every day. You have done great so far and maybe your body is reaching a plateau. You will break it with a huge loss!

Rayne- Congrats! That is great! Get yourself something good when you go shopping=) My total weight loss is 29lbs.

Basics-Great job girl! That is awesome

Grits-Congratulations! You gotta love that feeling.

Hi ladies,

I am trying to hop on here as much as I can, which isn't much these days. I have an Olympic test event in three weeks and it's all my life is about :( Which is sad and not right. I haven't even made it to the gym lately but I have been eating reasonably well. Just reading your posts is awesome for me right now - it REMINDS me that other people have busy lives too and they make time for themselves!! You are all a huge source of inspiration. The pictures is an awesome idea, I did it a few months back and it kept me on track for a long time!!

PS - I'm at 218 :) :)

Wow, AJ 5 lbs this week lost! Oh my, that is totally awesome! Congratulations. You should be very proud of yourself.

Neesy, Way to Go! Now remember, I am on your heals girl.......sneeking up on you! Keep it in gear this week, or I'm gonna catch you! Hey, don't forget to Burgund is on my and your heels!!!!! LOL..........

Browneyed - So good to see you on here. Congrates on being 218, and hope this next week is good for you and not too stressful.

Check in later........Dance how did you do???

Other than my cereal last night... I stayed on plan 100% this week. My husbands grandmother has died after a long struggle after a stroke. Lets see how next week goes while being on the road again... duh duh duhhhhhhn. **scary noise** I know that in the beginning weight comes off but I know my plateau is coming. Its on my heals!

Browneyed- Welcome back. I have not yet talked to you. Pleased to be part of the group. Hope all gois well with your testing!

Grits- Very true that. I can't let you girls catch up! You can try but I won't let you. haha

AJ- Sorry to hear that. Good luck with the road trip.

AJ: Sorry for your loss. Great job on the 5 pounds.

Lindy: Sorry about the extra expenses...the Glade plug ins does sound like a little much, I would ask what the heck that's about. If he/she is plugging them in every day in the classroom, do they take into consideration the kids that might get nauseus from the smell? I, for one, hate the smell of vanilla, so I would be gagging every day in that class! :)

As for the gain, I'm sure it's your muscles holding on to that water. That happened for me for about 2 weeks, so now, I'm losing all that water, as I'm sure you will be as well.

Congrats to everyone else on their weight losses, we're really moving!! As for me? I lost 5 pounds! It's about time. LIke I said, I think my body was holding on to that water, so now it's starting to let it all go. I did shopping with the hubby yesterday and bought lots of produce (Madeline loves fresh fruit) and no junk food...even for my husband. If I can't have it, then he can't either.

Bad part?? I threw my back out today. I'm not sure how I managed it, but it's definitely hurting. So, the gym is out for today, I wanted to go and take tomorrow off since I have the trainer on Tues and Thurs, but I don't want to hurt myself even worse. I thought I was strengthening my core and back so this wouldn't happen, but I guess it will catch up with you. Hopefully it will feel better tomorrow so I can get some cardio done. We'll see...I don't want to injure myself.

Staccie: welcome back and good luck with work. I think it would benefit you to get a least a little time to yourself, away from work. I know it's hard after long days and you're exhausted, but in the end, just going for a short walk will make a big difference. Just a suggestion.

Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

AJ - So sorry about your husband's grandmother, but if she were suffering it is a blessing that she is out of pain and at peace. Road trips are hard, but I know you will still do well. Just think about us all catching up to you!!! LOL

Maddiemom - Wow, you kicked butt, congratulations. I am so proud of you. I am sorry about your back, and I hope you are feeling better by tomorrow. I will be thinking about you and maybe your trainer will know some good 'moves' that may help if you are still hurting on Tuesday.

Well I have been realllyyy lazy today, and do still plan on swimming, just haven't made it out the door......LOL.......

Wow girls...I cannot believe how well everyone has done...this is just fantastic - kudos for the extreme weight loss. So, I have come to the conclusion, after reading my food journal for the past week, even though I was consuming about 1200-1600 calories a day, I was burning waaaaaayyyy more with exercise...seriously, if I added my "at rest" calories with my cardio calories, I was burning 2000 a day! Which sounds great, but after MUCH research ALL DAY....my body was in starvation mode and because my metabolism has always been $hit, it killed it even more...even with all the exercise...5 meals a day...excess water...blah...blah...blah. So, seeing all of you girls...I know we talk about it but we have also changed are plans many times...so can you girls give me a refresher course on your current diet and exercise routines?

p.s.- thanks for all your support. I really needed it today.

Howdy, all! Boy, did I miss a lot since yesterday morning!! Major congrats to all the happy losers out there - you guys are doing absolutely wonderful and I'm so proud of you!!!

Lindy - even if your metabolism was off last week, you were still building muscle which means you'll burn more this week just sitting still so I have a feeling you're going to have a killer week. Watch out, girls - here she comes!

I'm down two for the week total which I'm more than happy with even though it's not super dramatic. I tried on the bridesmaid's dress that just arrived and I look like a normal person (not model thin but not the "big" girl in the group either) so that is a major NSV for me. The wedding that I'm in is in mid-sept so I'm planning on trying to keep losing 2lbs a week until then but won't be surprised if I hit a few mini-plateaus along the road. And I had another closet cleanout where I got rid of the stuff that's now too big - that's a major ego-booster, I find : )

Lindy - you asked about plans - I'm still chugging along with an avg of 1400 cal a day with some calorie cycling around that number but not super well planned and 4-5 1 hr runs (or elliptical/rowing equivalent) a week and a 2-4 hour hike on the weekends.

Staccie - nice to see you here! Hang in there during this crazy time.

Maddiesmom - sorry about your back - that's so tough!

mygrits - girl, you are kicking it! way to go!

Neesy - glad you got to talk to your hubby and congrats on the loss.

AJ - you rock! Way to go on your loss this week - that's just crazy! I've never lost more than 3lbs in a single week so all hail to the goddess of weight loss : ) And on the preggo comment, it's kind of weird but in a way it means your limbs are so thin that no one thinks you're overweight so all they can come up with is pregnant. I think everyone who makes comments like that are total idiots and just aren't thinking. It's definitely happened to me before and it tends to be when I'm smaller than I am now and my arms and legs look particularly thin. Hang in there, sweetie, and just channel all those feelings into extra motivation for this week!

I think I missed a few but I'm going to go ahead and post before I lose it : )

Back2basics - congrats on the great week! woohoo!!
Burgundy - you are doing great - way to go!
Lindy - so glad your daughter is back with you! Where was she anyway? Camp? I don't remember your having said... Belated hugs for your tough day - sorry everything hit at once. You are a great mom, I can just tell and you're getting stronger and fitter by the day - hang in there, chica!

Burgundy-16
AJ- 13
Lindy - 35
MaddiesMom: 30
MyGrits- 54
Basics- 15
Dance - 22

Total Lost = 185 Pounds!!!!

What a group this is - I'm so impressed with you all.

Lindy- This was really my first week back dieting for real. I have been eating every 4 hrs. I eat 300-400 calorie meals each time.. which equal the same amount as you're taking in (1200-1600cal/day). I have been walking more and the gym's treadmill for 30-45 minutes every couple days. I think you should just give it some more time. You're doing everything right in my eyes.


Maddiesmom- Congratulations!! 5lbs is unbelievable!

Burgundy-17
AJ- 13
Lindy - 35
MaddiesMom: 30
MyGrits- 54
Basics- 15
Dance - 22
Nessy- 29

Total Lost = 215 Pounds from 8 of us, That is AWESOME, we rock.

Lindy you have had some great advice on here and I agree, your body was hanging on from overdo and I'm sure there is some muscle building going on. Your doing everything right - really. Relax and I bet next week will shock you.

I haven't be going 'gang busters' in quite a while and have been going up and down the same 7 pounds for a couple of months. This week I kicked it in, which is why I lost weight. Next week may be different. My calories range around 1400 to 1500. I jog/walk 2 miles every other day, on opposite days I may do crunches, pushups and leg lifts (total time 40 min), or I may swim laps. Thats it other than the normal house cleaning and gardening which I do a few times a week for about 1.5 hours. I can't kick it as hard as some of you because I am 51 - UGH! My food is healthy. I don't do whites - like white bread, rice, potatoes, and sugar. I usually eat whole wheat bread, whole grain rice, pasta. I also eat fresh fruits, salads, some veggies, yogurt and my treat is dark chocolate.

Dance, - Congratulations on the 2lbs! Awesome!

Wow, I'm posting twice in one day - woo hoo :)

Congrats to everyone on the weight loss - that is so awesome!!!

I hope to see a good dip next week - aiming for 2 a week - hope it's more but I don't want to set my expectations too high!

AJ - I look forward to getting to know you on here - what a great addition to the group. I am going to try really hard this week to log on at least once during the day and before I go home from work - it's important because what a huge support system this is - I get motivated everytime I read.

Lindy -how is your protein intake? I agree with everyone though - wait it out this week and see how it goes, bet you see a significant drop next week! If you hit a plateau - adding more lean protein may help - it did help me at one time. Don't you just love how our bodies like to hang on to the fat? Bugger!

Sandy - 51? Well you are looking darn good - and look at Madonna - I bet you could give her a run for her money :) Although I wouldn't want to look like a piece of beef jerky anyway. She scares me!

Dance - I hope you put a picture on here when you get into that dress - I bet you will look really beautiful!

Vicky - thanks for the note - I agree - must take time for myself. I will do better with everything if I do that - not if - WHEN :)

Burgandy and Neesy - you both are a source of inspiration for me too!!!

Well I'm off to eat some healthy dinner - I am getting up at 445am to go to the gym. I am sure this first week will be very tough but it will be worth it. I can do it :)

I'm like you grits. I'm losing the same 7-10lbs over again. It is really annoying. I was looking back at some of my old posts. It is ridiculous. You can definitely tell where I gave up. It is pretty interesting though.. I definitely don't want to gain anything back. I'm back on it for real this time.

(This post is more for me to look back on from time to time to motivate me.. but I hope it will give you guys some motivation as well. Look back at your old posts.. It will surprise you what you will find)

Here is what my weight has been the past few years:

10/2/06- 232lbs
11/2/06- 219lbs (then I stopped logging in to 3fc)

6/19/07-241
7/10/07-225
7/30/07-217 (then I stopped logging in to 3fc AGAIN)

12/4/08- 238
12/17/08- 227
12/26/08- 231 (I noticed a gain.. and yet kept going!)
1/7/08-225
2/1/08- 219
3/2/08- 208
5/10/08- 202 (stopped dieting)
5/31/08-207
7/12/08- 211
8/1/08- 216 (started diet again)
8/9/08- 212


Overall.. when I do the right things..The scale goes in the right direction over time. When I don't.. it goes quickly the other way.

LOLOL.......Oh my Browneyed.....You crack me up....LOL....Beef Jerky....hilarious. No I wouldn't want to be that. Thank you though, as you are right, in many ways she kicks a**

Neesy you are so on target with your thoughts, and I have done the same thing. Funny when you think about the similarities BUT now I am seeing it through and so are you!!!!!!!!!

I will see you all tomorrow - need to wind down and get ready for the sweaty workout in the morning.

Neesy - I just looked back in my journal and saw something very similar!!! I only joined 3F this past April but I write in a journal almost everyday. I think I am going to spend ther rest of tonight reading them - I have already seen some pretty bad patterns!

February 14 2006 - 252 - started training at the gym (notice it was Valentines Day - guess I didn't get a special heart that day!)
May 2006 - 219 - was doing really good
June - had a car accident and didn't work out :( but lost weight because I continued to eat well
July 2006 - 209 - still going on awesome
Sept 2006 - 199
Nov 2006 - 192
January 2007 - 181
April 2007 - 190 (I hovered between 190-198 until about October 2007 when I found out I was moving to Vancouver and took a contract job in addition to my already full-time one
November 2007 - 201
December 2007 - 205
February 2008 - 201
April 2008 - 213
June 2008- 210
Oct 2008 - 212
Dec 2008 - 222
Feb 2009 - 227
March 2009 - 218
April 2009 - 225
May 2009 - 225-221
Now - 218

So I too have been losing some then gaining it back since last summer. Joining on a binge of weight loss and exercise every once in awhile has ensured that I don't gain too much. However looking back I lost a crap load of weight and I can do it again...this just proves it!

WOW staccie! That is incredible. You lost a lot of weight and you can do it again. It really puts things into perspective..


Well.. I'll catch up with you guys tomorrow. Are you guys sick of me yet? I told you I'd be on her all the time once my husband left. I don't know what I would do without you guys.. (i mean girls, haha)!!!

Oh yeah.. I just noticed we're getting close to 500 replies for this thread again. Should we go ahead and make another one before they boot us?

AJ-5 lbs this week that is amazing.

Neesy-I knew you could get right back into the swing of things and no we arent tired of you. I love logging on here multiple times a day and always having new stuff to read.

Staccie-stick with eating well and get to the gym as often as you can and you will still see your numbers go down.

maddiesmom-congrat on 5 lbs, I need to do what you and aj are doing. Hope your back feels better soon

Lindy-I just guesstimate calories and have cut out most "whites" from my diet. I think Sandy said she did the same thing. Do 30ds almost everyday and walk everyday(weather permitting)

Dance-2 lbs is great. You are going to look great in that bridesmaid dress

So I havent done 30ds today and was gonna skip it. But then I log in here and get inspired and have decided to get up and do it before midnight. I want to finish day 10. One third of the way there. Goodnight ladies.

Morning ladies-

God almighty...everyone is movin and groovin...I love it. Ok, let me do my quick walk of shame. After my tribulations yesterday I gave in to a pizza hut pizza and bread sticks and soda and ice cream.....ahhhhhh! I dont have much to say about the whole matter because yes Im disappointed in myself but no, I cant rewind, just move forward.

I did a spinning class for the first time today...wow, that is freakin insane. WHo knew riding a bike could be so exhuasting. lol.

AJ - sorry to hear about your DH grandma, its sad but she is at ease now. I hate to put this in the same sentence...but kudos on your drastic weight loss! You are the queen of weight loss this week...."were not worthy....were not worthy" lol.

Thanks everyone for giving me a refresher course on your diets. I am going to stick with mine and maybe up my calorie intake to 1800, lets see where that gets me.

Ill catch up later.

Made it to the gym bright and early at 5AM - I had a mini temper tantrum trying to get up but I made it and feel good - have to remember that!

Lindy - I hear you about the spinning - it is amazing - the first time I did it, I came home and fell asleep in my chicken :) After awhile you get the spinner callouses on your butt too (well at least that's what I call them).

Burgandy - good on you for logging on and getting motivated - I also need to remember that.

Well I am sure by the time I log on here at lunch (I actually built time into my schedule today) I will have tons to read. Hope everyone had a great weekend and a not so maniac Monday :) Toots for now

Morning, girls! Couldn't get to sleep last night and did not do well foodwise as a result. I probably had 2000 cal for the day, definitely not great but given that we hiked hard in the morning, not the end of the world either. What was interesting is how bad I felt about myself and I had to keep reminding myself that one evening of snacking will not undo 22lbs of loss. Isn't weird how irrational we can be? In the past, something like that might have made me give up but definitely not this time!!!

Neesy - so interesting to see your journey over time. You too, Staccie! Did you guys find any patterns about why you fluctuated when you did? Life stress, etc?

Sandy - cannot believe you are 51!! I was sure you were younger than I am and I'm 40. Curious how old everyone else is if you're comfortable sharing - I was sure I was the oldest on this particular thread.

Staccie - I'm so impressed at your discipline in getting up so early to work out and then working such long days. You are inspiring!

Lindy - good for you on the spin class - those are so tough!!

Have a good Monday, all!

Staccie - Wow 5am! I would have a trantrum too and thensome! That is awesome that you can get up that early and get going. What time do you have to be at work?

Lindy - Indulging might be what your body needs - so good for you enjoying those delicious foods yesterday and also for doing a spin class. I have a girlfriend that is hooked on spinning. I don't think I could do it. I love bikeriding, but my legs aren't strong enough to go and go and go.........

Dance I hear ya - I couldn't get to sleep last night either and oh does that tick me off. I think I finally feel asleep around 3am........ugh. This of course meant of overslept this morning and flew out of bed at 10am. I was so pissed because I was scheduled for my cardio this morning before it became Death Valley outside. So, once again, my punishment, I went out there anyway at 10:30 and did it...............ugh.............I'm pooped.

Mygrits - you are INSANE for going out at 1020 in Florida. Wow, all the cardio that I do doesnt even compare to trying to exerccise at that time of day. No wonder you've lost so much, lol. SOrry to hear about your sleeping issues. The same thing happened to me, I think you, Dance and me are all telepathically (sp?) linked. lol. I tossed and turned and looked at the clock 200 times until it was 445 am and time to get up.

Stacie - good job for getting on here. I know its hard to fit into your schedule but it is always good to hear from you. It looks like you and I are on the same "work/lifestyle" schedule. You get up as early as I do. Although, I dont think I could ever work as much as you do. Callouses on my butt....hmmmmm....I dont have that YET, lol. Although, most of the cycling class is you with your butt in the air, boy is that a sight to see, lol.

Dance - that 2000 calorie day is probably going to do you some good. I feel the same way as you. I never in a million years would think I could become as obsessive as I have with this diet. I am so afraid to put weight back on and so frustrated that my goal seems so far away. But, I will prevail and get there. I need to stay positive because getting negative is only going to lead me to a downward spiral like yesterday.

Ok. So I am really struggling with this whole thing of not letting my body go into starvation mode. I am at 1100 after 3 p.m. today and have one more meal in which I am supposed to consume 700 calories. I just dont get it. Im full at my other meals and to consume 700 MORE...ugh...how is this so? I guess I will have to wait and see.

Hey girls.. It is so hot outside. I thought I was going to die when I was walking my dogs. I think also I'm going to have an anxiety attack about work tomorrow. I couldn't sleep last night (well every night since hubby left). So I just woke up at 1:00!!!! OMG! I have to be at work at 7am tomorrow.. which means I have to wake up at 5am to walk the dogs, etc. I don't know how I will be able to sleep tonight but I will try really hard. It wouldn't be so bad if my work days weren't 13hrs long. I guess I will get through it. I really am glad that I'm going back to work. Because it will give me something to do. I'm so bored and restless here. I think work will be just the right thing. But lack of sleep... ugh. Anyway, thanks for listening to me rant on and on about nothing. haha

Well, this freakin' figures. I finally get into a routine of working out, and then I hurt myself. My back is worse today, and I'm heading out of the office early to go and have it looked at. I'm really frustrated because I thought I was working my back and core muscles so this wouldn't happen, and now, one little movement and my back still goes out. Ugh......... What stinks is that I'm actually to the point where I feel bad if I don't go to the gym. I'm not sure what the doc is going to tell me, but I'm sure my last 2 workout sessions with my trainer is out of the question for this week...AND she's leaving for school, so now I have to find another one. Can you sense the frustration?!? :)

Doing well eating wise. Didn't have breakfast until 10:30 (had an oj when I got to the office at 7:30 and it filled me up). Then I had 3/4 cup of blueberries with a light yogurt and some Bear Naked granola. Lunch was a Healthy Choice meal with some grapes. For a snack? Have some fresh strawberries. Dinner is going to be some grilled pork chops with some fresh veggies. I'm really going to have to watch what I eat if I'm going to still lose this week without working out.

Dancer: Don't beat yourself up about the calories. I'm finding I'm eating more calories, but since you are working out, your body is going to need more calories as well. Just make them healthy calories. Lindy, this goes for you too! LOL

Isn't it amazing how much we're getting down on ourselves for having a splurge here and there, where, a year ago, we woulda gobbled that food down like there was no tomorrow! What a difference. I find that little splurges are a good thing, because if you deprive yourself, you will end up sabotaging or overeating what you were craving.

Be back tonight, since I can't work out. I'll let you know what the doc says. Bummer....

Neesy - oh....your lonely and stir crazy, sorry to hear that. I wish we were closer, I would totally keep you company. The work thing is going to be good for you, I hope you have planned your meals accordingly. Hows your workouts going? Are you planning on going to the gym while you are working this week?

Maddiesmom- it totally sucks about your injury. Maybe the doctor will recommend something light...like swimming? Just a thought. You are right about the indulgences. We need them.

Here's my issue with my weight loss right now. Any other time I wouldnt be as "agressive" in losing the weight but I have 2 goals...one, to kick your butts in the challenge, lol-I kid, I kid. Two, remember Mr. Sweet 16...well, he's stil **kinda** in the picture. I slowed things down but he has redeemed himself and were taking it VERY slow. He is coming here next Wednesday for a date. Right now, I told him 2 dates a month is enough for me, that I have to focus on Gabadoo and he understands that and says that he will wait as long as I need and that he doesnt want his actions to push "us" away. Anyway...point being. Im still invited to that wedding in September and IF I decide to go, I really want to look good representing myself (and him). I guess what is meant to be is meant to be. I move onto Step 2 of 30DS tonight...wish me luck. Step 1 was getting way too easy for me, I was swerating but not really huffing and puffing.

For dinner tonight I am doing a field greens salad with feta cheese, tilapia with mango salsa and maybe some black beans. Mmmmm...Im looking forward to eating. Whats everyone elses dinner plans tonight?

Lindy- Thanks=) I went and got some tupperware containers and some fresh fruit/veggies to snack on during work. I will also probably take a lean cuisine. I'm getting ready to go to they gym now. It's been going pretty good. Gives me something to do also. I am going to go on all my off days this week at the very least. I am also signed up for a lot of overtime the next few months so I will probably still go for 30 minutes on those days. I am determined! I got so close to being under 200 a few months ago. I am sooo jealous of you right now!

Ok girls are any of you have weird things happen on Chicks? This morning the am conversations weren't there, and then when I wrote my message and hit send, all the over conversations from you all showed up. So, I deleted mine and rewrote it so it made sense. Now I go on here and the am conversations aren't on here again, just the current ones from the last few hours. Prior to that is yesterdays..........weird. So If I don't comment about someones message it's because it's not showing up! Ok onward...

Lindy - Wow girl 16 pack huh? Good for you and I like the fact he is showing you and Gabadoo respect. Yes! A gentleman! Regarding your diet, I think you are smart to eat more, giving yourself the nutrients your body needs for the workouts you have been doing. I think that is just what you need!! NOT that I want you to kick my butt in this contest or anything.........Hey how about a piece of cake? ;-)

Maddiesmom - I am sooo sorry about your back and the pain your are in. That just really bites. I haven't thrown my out in a few years, but gosh last time it really put me down hard. I really hope the doctor was able to help you. Hey, and I like Lindy's idea of swimming!

Neesy- I didn't realize you were going back to work? I missed that conversation. What are you going to do? Good idea on the snack foods and staying busy. I too am looking for PT work. I am tired of being around the house and want to have something to do. This will sound nuts, but I really would love to work at a bakery......LOL. I have worked in managemenet and offices for 30 years and want to do something creative and fun. So, we will see.

My day has been good, but yes Lindy, I was nuts for going at at 10:30 the is morning. I have been pooped all day........ugh and my calories are too low. I'll check in later and hopefully all the conversations will be on here - hey, maybe its my computer?????

Hey Grits. I work full time. I was off for vacation for the last 2 weeks so that I could have more time with my husband. I'm an ICU nurse. That sounds awesome. I would love to have my own business. I hope to get my Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia once we get settled in our new station. Financially, I will be able to go back to school now. So, I'm excited.

Lindy- that sounds good. I'm glad things are working out with 16-pack=) Good luck with step2! Your dinner sounds way better than mine. I'm being lazy. i'm having a lean cuisine and soup. Every night I eat a weight watchers dessert. they're only a hundred calories and i feel like i'm splurging.

Neesy - I am impressed, ICU Nurse........very impressive. I say that because I know the schooling it took to get there AND you day to day duties says alot for your dedication to help others and your profession. I was in school to pursue nursing and was a semester away from then going to internship but had to drop out to go back to work fulltime. My children were school (one daycare and one early elementary), because I didn't get child support, I just couldn't afford to do school anymore. So many years past of me having to work enormous hours for us to survive I never did go back. Anyway......just the schooling I took and not going to internship was tough so KUDO'S TO YOU! Sorry I went into depth about me..........oh well.....rambling again....

Dance, bye the way, thank you for the compliment on my age, but I have to say, I thought you were around 30 - 32!! You look great and young for your age!

Hi girls- for the first time in months, I have the late night munchies. Even though Im not too tired, Im going to go to bed soon so I can sleep it off.

Ok..I did the 30DS today, step 2. Hmmmm...Burgundy, do you find step 2 easier than step 1? Its weird. I didnt struggle as much, I dont know why. I did sweat and huffed and puffed but it seemed a little too easy for me. I am only going to do it for 1 week, then move onto 3 next Monday. So, I am at day 8 of 30ds. I did learn that I am completely uncoordinated, how they do the arm and leg thing and make it lok flawless is beyond me, Im pretty sure if a stranger was looking through my window it would look like I was having a seizure, lol...sorry, bad joke. (but so true)

Mygrits...hows the late night cravings coming along?

Neesy - I love ww desserts but Im trying to cut out "all white things" until after the possible wedding. Aside from yesterday, Ive done pretty well and am not craving. Anyway...hope you have a good week at work..good luck.

Grits- Thank you=) I didn't realize it was going to be tough when I started nursing school. I thought.. nurses don't really do anything. hahaha

Well I'm off to bed.. Well atleast I'm going to try. I woke up 8hrs ago... ugh. Goodnight girls! Late night munchies are the worst.