Howdy Folks - I started a new program today and didn't have access to my PC during the day, and I did a few pop-ins, but generally try to stay off the PC when I am with my son at home. He is finally sleeping, the kitchen is cleaned up, and I have the laptop to myself!
It's been a heck of a week so far, speeding ticket on Mon (along with massage no-show, forgetting lunch, and accidentally having 2 restricteds), fender bender on Tuesday (minor, no injuries, minimal damage), and my husbands grandmother passed away this evening. I am generally a positive person, but man - I could really use a 'mental health' day this week - I would take a day off from work tomorrow - but I am swamped - I am still working 2 programs! Oh cucumber-lime-sorbet...I need you now!!!
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Originally Posted by 3sisters
PS - as you can see, I'm a returning 'prodigal daughter' - having gone off program in June and am restarting IP 6 lbs heavier (actually, gained a lot more than that back, but have slowly made my way down and ready to commit to IP again). LizRR, I remember we started around the same time (Feb/March), at approximately the same weight and you are at goal and are a TOTAL inspiration (and motivation!) to me now. Must feel so good. Congratulations!
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3sisters!!! Great to "see" you back! I am, in fact, entering Phase 4 this weekend - it's crazy how fast time flew by. You can definitely jump back on the IP horse and git 'er done this go round!
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Originally Posted by Im escaping
And I need to become creative for kids lunches...not my strong suit!! But I would really like to show them healthy eating, not convenient eating.
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This is such a big motivator for me now - my son is only 2, so starting in on him early with veggies. He gobbles up okra crisps, broccoli, cauliflower, salad, as well as grilled chicken shreds, pork loin, fajitas, etc. It's not just my health, but the example I set for my son.
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Originally Posted by greeniris
I was checking out a local spa for services/prices/packages and am a little shell-shocked by the costs  (Money is pretty tight for us these days.) I've never been to a spa for anything and thought that would be an awesome gift to myself for when I reach my goal in a couple of months. Am actually thinking I don't deserve to spend that much on myself as my journey to goal hasn't been difficult; P1 is so easy (after the first week). So am re-thinking my reward. What have you decided as a reward for when you reach your goals? Anything? (Maybe the spa should be my reward for maintaining a full year. It sounds like maintaining is going to be the hardest part of this program.) |
LOL - I went to a spa once for a body wrap and could NOT relax knowing how much it cost! Had the same problem on my honeymoon in Bora Bora too - such a beautiful place, but hard to enjoy when I did the accounting in my head. I did buy myself a package of massages when I hit goal, but for $30 for an hour long massage, that's a good deal - and that is the one 'indulgence' that I really do enjoy! I do my own nails, don't get facials, waxing, pedicures, coloring, etc. And I rarely get my hair cut - if I do any of that pampering it's a Groupon!
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Originally Posted by Chriskii
Down 1lb at yesterdays weigh in. I'm going away Friday - Monday and am a little nervous about being able to stay OP without a microwave or fridge in our hotel room and eating at restaurants every night.
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You should be fine - if you need to, Phase 2 is a good fall-back position on travel, I had to do that in Week 3 of IP and I still lost. Most hotel rooms have coffee makers that can be used for hot water for soups, and the drinks, puddings, and Crispy Cereal only need cold water.
Not only that but he has taken a week off work to take care of us. Things are going to be so tight money wise for a while because he is the only one making an income while Im on maternity leave (which is peanuts in comparisson)...
