and mygrits - hope you're just busy with work and will be back with us soon!

aj- good luck on your cleaning day! For some reason, cleaning and organizing are tightly coupled for me with sticking to plan and feeling better about life so maybe that will happen for you too.

burgundy - One way that they suggest increasing your calories slightly is to add a small amount of healthy fats like olive oil, almonds and avocados - that might be worth a try. Wooohoooo on the jeans! Isn't that fun?!

maddiesmom - I know exactly what you mean - yesterday I just felt super ugly (bad hair day, forgot to put in earrings, make-up didn't turn out right, didn't like the outfit I put together but was in too much of a hurry to change it) and I got a compliment on my weight loss from a co-worker and I swear it was all I could do to politely thank her since I felt so whacked by the ugly stick (what was the expression you used ages ago? hit all of the branches of the ugly tree? I remember that making me laugh). And absolutely, if I get out of my workout rhythm at all, I have the hardest time getting back into it.

Cold and rainy-ish here - am going to try to get in my run before it gets worse.

Morning ladies. AJ-I am right with you cleaning today. Finishing what I started yesterday.
Dance-I will have to add some of that stuff into my diet and see if it helps, thanks.

I got on the scale this morning and still at 211. Hoping to be 210 by Sunday. Have some errands to run, then home to clean. I will check in later.

Good morning everyone!

Finally got my butt onto my treadmill this morning and ran/walked 3.5 miles. Hooray! I have had a headached since Monday that I can't seem to shake so I've been avoiding the run but then thought maybe my body was needing some exercise and was rebelling with the headache to prove it LOL

The run didn't get rid of my headache yet but it does feel good to get back on it anyway. And I tried out my new workout clothes and they worked great! Now I need a new sports bra and some sort of moisture wicking headband or something to keep the sweat off my face. Then I will be good to go.

By the way...you may notice my new avatar ;) 75 pounds!!! :woohoo:

Hi Ladies:

AJ: Have fun cleaning! Wish I had more time to do it, but with an active 2 year old, I'm mostly cleaning up the same toys multiple times during the day.

Burgundy: Good luck with your cleaning as well. And, great job on keeping with the 30DS!!

Dance: I always used the term, fell off the ugly tree and hit every branch on the way down. LOL. I'm just icky today and the work out last night didn't help like I thought it would. I warmed up and ran 1/2 a mile then did a mile on the elliptical. I didn't want to push myself too much and run into a big giant cold. Of course, today, I feel like crap and I have the trainer tonight. I'm determined not to skip and reschedule and then I'll take tomorrow off.

My schedule is so crazy and the hubby started his new job today, so now I have to get up even earlier, then I take Madeline to daycare and have to pick her up. So, the soonest I can work out during the week is 8:00, then I have to drive the 25 minutes home, get a shower in and go to bed. Makes for busy days, that's for sure.

I'm ravenous today, so I'm trying to avoid snacking. Had my sweet and salty bar and I'm drinking some hot tea for my throat...praying that I feel better. We're going to try and take Madeline to the apple orchard this weekend. I've been going there since I was 10, so it's a nice tradition. I'm going to splurge a little: they have the best caramel apples and make their own cider donuts. These donuts are so good that I drove over an hour, 9 mos pregant to get a dozen. So, I already plan to have one so that's what's forcing me to the gym tonight.

Have a great day ladies!

dance- It really is making a dif in my dieting. The more organized I am the healthier i feel!

Burgundy- Partners in grime.... lol. Sorry. I am quirky this morning.

mom- ! Fantastic work! 75lbs. That is a true milestone. It must feel fantastic!!!

Vicky- I have never been super clean so I am trying a new routine on for size. So far I love it.

Today is a new day. Going to Ikea to pick up shelves. Then clean clean clean. I weighed in @ 159.5 this morning but I am not changing my ticker until I see it again tomorrow!

Hey girls. Sorry I haven't been on. I worked/then slept monday/tuesday away. Yesterday I didn't feel too good. I got the flu shot last week. and it never fails that I get sick. I feel a little better today. I did squeeze in some shopping and couldn't find the outfit I want to wear for grad day. I think I will just end up wearing jeans and a nice shirt. It's getting to be stressful trying to find the perfect outfit. Who knows. I'm nervously excited about grad day. I just keep wondering how it's going to go down. How I .. and he will act. I think I've gone through just about every emotion since he's been gone. I just really hope we can fall back into the same routine and be "us." Well.. at least as close as possible. I am really considering the travel nursing when he goes to maryland.. so we'll see. Well I'll check in later.

Hi girls,

Sorry I am just not doing too good - I came home early from work last night and had a horrific night with bad dreams, nightsweats and everything. I am thinking I might have something else in addition to TOM. I'm very emotional today too probably because of no sleep. Thank god I have the next four days off. I miss the gym, I miss the healthy food and I miss my good mood.

On that note, sorry I am being a downer...I just wanted to check in and let you all know I am still alive and kicking :)

I am off early and going home to rest tonight so I will read up and respond back, I have a few issues that I could use some advice on from you ladies...

For now, I am getting through this day and I look and feel like ****!

momof5k - :bravo: on 75 pounds! That's fantastic - and good for you for getting in your workout!

maddiesmom - you have one tough schedule! Would it work to do workout videos at home occasionally to save on the driving time?

aj - hope the shelving expedition went well. So jealous of your having an Ikea - love love love that store!

neesy - well, one thing's for certain - he'll be super impressed by your weight loss progress! Sorry you've been under the weather - that's such a bummer.

staccie - someone with your pretty smile could never look like **** but it is weird that we have days that we feel like we just look awful. I bet no one else can ever tell. Hope the dark clouds blow over and that you get some good r&r over the weekend.

Neesy- Hope you feel better soon. You still have a little bit of time to shop for the big graduation!! How exciting.

Staccie- I am so sorry that this is happening to you! *HUGS!!!* Have you tried a sleep aid maybe? To really zonk you out... So sorry. We are always here for you.

Dancer- There is one opening at some point in Park Meadows. Exciting?? I know! =) I got great shelves and I am done.

I am officially moved in. Nothing left to do but upkeep. Feels good to have every thing out of boxes and off the floor. We moved from a HUGE place to a studio so clutter gets chaotic really fast. I am doing great with food and water today. Prob need to eat more veggies. No "work out" yet today but I have been sweating for like 4 hours + so I am feeling okay about it right now. Dinner is looming so hope the night goes well.

PS. GO ROCKIES!!!

Momof5-:carrot: for your 75 lbs, congrats!!!!! 3.5 miles is great, hope the headache got better throughout the day.

Maddiesmom-busy busy lady. Dances idea of videos might help some nights. How is your husband liking the job? Keep drinking that tea and maybe it will help you feel better. They donuts and caramel apples sound so yummy.

AJ-woohoo, 159, you are doing great now that you are back in this. I didnt get much cleaning done today. But I will finish it. YAY for being all moved in. I hate moving because of all the packing and unpacking.

Neesy-glad you checked in. Hope the shot doesnt keep you under the weather long. Only 2 weeks and you get to see your hubby. I am sure whatever you find to wear will look great and your husband will be impressed.

Staccie-it sucks you are feeling so bad. Try to rest as much as possible. Finger crossed you dont have any nightmares tonight. Enjoy your 4 days off.

Didnt get much of my organizing done today. The day just went by too fast. I did get a walk with the dogs and husbands aunt in. Did day 17 of 30ds. Just 13 more days and we will have completed 30ds. I have not lost with it like I would have liked. But who knows what will happen. I also did the walking circuit video right after 30ds tonight. Hoping for 210 soon. I just want to see a drop even if its only 1 lb. Going shopping tomorrow. Gonna try to find some cheap workout clothes. I dont have many, usually just wear shorts and a tshirt. I need something that will help with the moisture. Going to an outlet mall, so should be able to find something. Wish me luck too, gonna try on some size 14s.

Hope Lindy is having a great time on her cruise. Maybe we will hear from Mygrits, Tiff, Basics, Hotsplashes soon. Night ladies.

Mygrits, Tiff, Basics, Hotsplashes and Lindy too!

We miss you!

Hola chicks,

AJ - that's so nice your big message - I hope if they are lurking they know we miss them and find their way back :)

I have to admit, I had a binge attack tonight...felt so crappy and depressed that I went all out, now I feel even more sick and really disappointed with myself. Bad me :( Anyway, I have four days to get myself back on track and prepare myself with shoot TOM guns for next month. I have a doctors appointment on Tuesday as well - there is no way someone should be this sick with TOM - if I don't have the flu too - whatever I am making myself rest but also do some light exercise tomorrow too - and if I find myself trying to talk my way out of it I am going to come on here and be accountable...

I'll be back tomorrow with a better attitude I promise...

Hi Chickies! Happy Friday!!

Well, after going back and forth and debating whether or not to keep my training appointment with Mr. Hott, I decided that I should suck it up and go. I really don't like cancelling, so in that respect, I'm glad I went. He kicked my butt though. I mentioned to him that I was feeling a little under the weather, but that didn't stop him. I'm pretty freakin' sore today, so I guess there's no sympathy. I got a really good workout though, and he had me laughing really hard, so I guess it wasn't so bad.

But now this morning, I'm full-on sick. My boss noticed it today to and handed me hand sanitizer. I did not want to get out of bed today, but didn't have a choice since I have so much going on at work. What can ya do? I did get compliments again with some of the girls I work with, "the incredibly shrinking Vicky" was what I was called today and another lady was commenting that my fingers looked thin. Kind of a funny compliment, but I'll take it!

Dance: Thanks for the suggestion of working out at home. Of course, I have all of the workout dvd's and I can count on 1 hand how many times I've actually used them. I find that when I drive out to the gym I have to make it worth my while to get a good workout in since I have to drive to get there. Plus, my trainer checks in on me to make sure I am using the right form etc. I do medicine ball workouts at home on my off days though. But I think my body is getting used to them.

Anyways, back to work. Lucky me. Then it's the orchard tomorrow...which will be really fun since Maddie can run around and play. No work out tonight, taking the day off today...kinda sore and pretty sick.

Staccie: Just curious...was there a reason for your binge? i.e. something emotional happening, stress, or just TOM and wanting to eat? I just wanted to see if we can help you find the trigger that makes you binge.

I hope you feel better and the doctor can give you some good news. Get back on track, get a small workout in. The tone of your posts are so positive and happy when you work out. Good luck!