Where is the place located you are going to? Did someone refer you? I go to the side door in west reading and they are really good and on top of stuff!

Tell me it will get better? I am on day two and feeling kind of icky. Tired, hungry etc.... I keep reminding myself that it is worth it and that it is going to get easier :)

It will....:). I felt icky for at least 4 days and that was long compared to some ppl (my mom had no symptoms). Stick with it, it's ssssoooo worth it! :)

Thanks so much for the support guys!! I just spoke with my coach who told me I can have edamame as well for a protein so I'll probably do half fish half edamame. Yum!! She also sells individual packets of WF dressing, I need to get some to stash in my purse. Looking forward to a fun night tonight!

:hug:I know that's hard. Change is uncomfortable to most people, so even though you're making good changes that are going to improve your life he might not see it like that. Keep reminding yourself what an amazing person you are and how far you've come!

:carrot::carrot: Congrats!!!

That's an awesome NSV!! I'm waiting for people to notice my weight loss, and get to goal so I can buy some really cute non - mom jeans!

patns - That's awesome you were able to stay OP the whole time. I've just discovered that if I eat before I go people tend to take it in stride. Please let us know how it goes on alternatives. I've thought about switching after the first of the year, depending on how I'm doing.

That sounds like so much fun!! It's still to HOT down here to do much of anything outside. We're getting transferred next year and while I've enjoyed it down here it will be nice to have seasons again!

We must have started about the same time because technically my 3rd week is Wednesday, but I am WI Monday because of my schedule this week. TOM is Time of Month, ie. Your monthly cycle. Although mine seems to have visited a little early this month which would explain the low number last week.

Yes it will get better. You can try the salt trick for the headache (1/2tsp salt in your palm, lick it off and follow with a big glass of water) that should take care of it in 15 minutes or so. If not you can take an Advil or something. I'm on week 3 and feel great but those first few days were rough!

2Riderrollercoaster: Thanks for the information..I am going to try the curry. Found it on Netrition.com Hope you have a good weekend.

Fat BanK? Only in the US could this happen. There actually is a Fat Bank where you can deposit your fat! You can store it to use for later plastic surgeries such as filling your lips. You get to keep the fat from liposuctions
and then deposit it.

I found this to be hilarious..bizarre.. It is too bad none of here can be paid for all of the fat we have lost. We could be rich!

Ugh, I hated potlucks when I was on program - so much to say no to! And then you don't know how anything is cooked... The first potluck I went to after starting IP, there were some other women who were doing a Biggest Loser competition and one of them came and sat down next to me because she knew that I wouldn't be eating anything and then she wouldn't be tempted either! We can strengthen each other.

The sashimi sounds perfect and as someone else recommended, I'd try to get the salad without dressing. I'm really surprised your coach said the edamame was okay - I've always heard it's a no-no.

And just saying you're doing your own thing is perfect - it's none of their business and you don't need to worry about defending your choices to anyone else.

Go with your gut - if you're nervous about the artist, take some more time to find one you're comfortable with. Or can you find out where the one you chose has gone too?

I swear it gets better. The first week is the hardest. I did IP for 8 months. Drink your water, take some before pictures and keep active - if you get bored, then you start thinking about food. :)

Mrs D- So good to see you! Sounds like you are doing well. We have a thread for maintainers now and we would love to have you chime in. Come over and say Hi.

Thanks everyone for your support! My husband and I are going to a movie tonight so that should help take my mind off how I am feeling. I also am going to take my "before" shot when I am all dressed up for our date!

On my way
 

I started my program on Sept 22nd. Right now I dont have a lot of side-effects. Mostly decrease in energy and slight headache. But not too bad. The food isnt too bad and I feel like I will achieve my goal this time:) One day at a time.

Just got back from the movie "The Help". It was really good but the popcorn smell.........that is the first thing I want when I can add carbs, some Jolly Time 94% ff popcorn!!

I forgot to add that I took a bar in my purse and bought an ice water and added my MIO to it. Of course, I spilled it on my lap! LOL

Me too I started 3wks ago and still feel that way ugh

Hello all! I had a busy day. I started off with my WI. I lost .3 lbs. That's my lowest weight loss so far, but I was not at all bothered by it. Funny thing is, I feel like I've done so well that I was bound to have 1 week where the weight didn't fall off me!

My coach did my measurements today and we looked back over how many inches I've lost - about 5" off my hips, 4" off my waist, 3" off my thighs - that's unbelievable.

Have great night everyone!

I am on day 9 and from day 1 to day 5 I didnt feel well, headaches, cravings, hungry and oh so thirsty. Now I don't get hungry as often, headaches are mostly gone although i am prone to them to begin with so it may be just me, cravings are mostly non-existent. Hang in there, it will get better.

On another note, I had a bit of a challenging day today, foodwise. Was shopping with my kids and had planned to be home for lunch but we ended up taking longer than expected. I went to a grocery store that had a deli in it and ordered a salad even though the pizza, fried chicken, and other stuff looked so so good. Kids had their corndogs, pop, and cheeto's, and a few cookies. That was tough. I really wanted some pop and those cookies looked so good. I did accidently take a sip of pop when I reached for my water without looking and grabbed pop instead. I was surprised that the sip I took really didnt taste that good.

I am finding that I am unable to finish 2c. vegi and protein lately. Feeling really full. I don't want to keep eating after I am full. Should I skip the rest of the food or maybe eat it later between meals?