I am so sorry about your Dad. What a way to start the holidays. That's good the tumor is small and the prognosis is good. I will keep your Dad in my prayers.
I have the PP paperback book, but I didn't know they had videos and 5 books. What are the videos and books about?
Oh, Anne, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I'm sure the Dr. is telling the truth. They have no problem telling bad news, if there is bad news to tell. I know it is a hard road your traveling. My dad had cancer. It metastizied through his body before he would go to the Dr. He did have radiation treatment, it helped. He passed away over 12 years ago. They have so much more in the way of treatment, research and care now. I know if my dad had gone to the Dr. sooner, he would have survived.
I'll be praying for your dad, you and your family.
Nikki
Ps-glad you got your vitamins and supplements. It takes awhile, but you will notice a difference. I'm sure the potassium will help very soon. Well worth taking.
Anne, I am really sorry about your Dad. Hopefully they can zap it all at once! I will keep him in my prayers.
Nikki, what a lifestyle change! Yes, those vitamins are a good investment. I quit smoking about 2 years ago and I figured I have saved about $3500 by doing so. Might as well spend it on something good for me. If I could find money for smokes, I think I can scrape up enough for some health food.
Okey dokey, time to get signed out of here. I have to go to bed soon, tomorrow is a big day.
Good Morning Everyone:
Thank you all so much for your kindness and prayers. It means
alot to us. My sister and I had a long talk with our mother last
night and told her we must all take the best outlook to try to
support dad throughout this ordeal.
Aleka: the five books are Phase 1 get started!, Protein Power
Companion, Cookbook and food guide, Phase 2 and the last
one is called Maintenance. The video guides you through the
different processes. When you are down to about 10 pounds
to go, you begin phase 2 so I have a looooooong way to go.
There are also 4 audio tapes explaining the program. That is
my favourite because I can listen at my desk at work.
Another suppliment the Drs. Eades also recommed is Chromium.
What the heck is that?
Anne, chromium is a supplement that is suppose to increase carbohydrate metabolism in the body. Some people feel it is more effective than other people. I take it, it is part of a formula that also includes garcina that is suppose to decrease the appetite and also reduce the conversion of carbs into fat from your food. I haven't noticed any big change. I'm still taking it, cause I got it. Guess when it runs out, if I notice any difference, I'll buy some more. They are all natural and non-toxic, at least that's what the bottle says. I saw the Eades have an infomercial with a supplement including both of these ingredients plus something else I don't recall now. You can buy these supplements (not the one the Eades are selling, different manufacturer) at GNC, there are different formulas that include several different factors or you can buy them individually.
Jennifer, I've changed alot. I think I was drunk for about 10 years. I can still drink if I want to, I'm not like some alcoholics that crave alcohol or once I drink again I can't stop. I just don't want to drink and lose ground on my wieght loss. I use to drink because my life was so crappy and I was so angery. It didn't help, just made me feel better for a little while. I started to get heart problems, high b/p, chest pain. If I wasn't drunk I was hung over. It's a sad way to live. I also quit smoking last year. It was the hardest thing I've ever given up. I can't imagine what I'd be spending now on cigarettes, I smoked 2 pks a day.
Hi everybody, no surgery for me! I posted details on the Dec 5th daily thread. I might be having it in a month or two, or we might just leave the cyst alone...they will do more tests later. All this excitement and nervousness for nothing!
Jennifer, I hope that you're feeling ok and that the news will be that they'll leave the cyst alone.
nikki, no, I didn't even see the TS. Was that Suzanne's egg watch? If it was, I was watching Colleen Wed. night and she was wearing it. It's really cute. Suzanne will be on this weekend, but I'm having company so Iwon't be able to see her I love watching her & Colleen's antics. Maybe I'll tape it. Speaking of SS, I ordered her new cookbook from Amazon and it arrived yesterday. Some of the recipes look YUMMY
ANNE, that's good the 3 of you can lean on each other. I'm sure the Dr. is right about everything. I didn't know PP had more books and some videos. Good luck with the plan.
Believe it or not, after all the anniversary celebrations and
eating I did I dropped 5 pounds this week!! I couldn't believe
it. I noticed my clothes were looser but I thought it was in
my mind. I don't know, maybe its the PP plan. I have really
been sticking to it big time!!!!
There was a bake sale at the hospital yesterday and I ran into
some of my old collegues and they were shocked when they
seen me! They said" Anne, you look beautiful "(what they meant
was thinner} It makes you feel good when you know you are
getting somewhere with this battle!!!!
Joan Rivers is here this week and I already bought three things!
I better turn off Shopping Channel ladies
My GF was supposed to come for an overnight stay yesterday, as she wanted to do some Christmas shopping, but it was snowing where she lives and she was awfully afraid of driving in the snow. Which, I don't blame her one bit. So, we're shooting for next weekend.
ANNE, way to go with the 5 lb. loss and the compliments. That's great!!! What did you buy from Joan Rivers? Think of those 3 things you bought as a treat for doing so well on your eating program. Suzanne is on HSN this weekend, but haven't bought anything.
nikki, did you see SS on HSN yesterday? They were mentioning her new book, and how you could only get it on HSN because they were just debuting (sp?) that day, and they were coming to the bookstores in Jan. Some lady called and asked why they were saying that and they had better rethink that statement because she had her's in her lap while watching. Suzanne said that sometimes the bookstores cheat. I can't wait to try some of the new recipes.
Hi Jennifer, mauvaisroux, & Su hope you're having a good weekend. Aleka
Hi everyone,
I lost another 2 lbs. yesterday. It really does feel good to see the scale moving down, doesn't Anne? Glad to hear your down 5 lbs. Good for you. What are you doing differently now from before? I do believe that changing your diet is very effective. Just a little change can cause a stall to break. Of course, if you stay on the same program, eventually it will happen anyway.
Aleka, I did hear them say that was the only place to get her book, but missed the phone call from that woman. It seems that they are not very truthful sometimes. I do know that they sell stuff that they don't even have in stock. I ordered some sauces from HSN, I did it when they had the first show. It took over 20 days to get it. They said that they had already sold all they had and were now on back order. I told them that I was one of the first to order and I think it is wrong to act like they have something in stock when they don't. On QVC when something is sold out or on back order, they at least let you know so you can decide if you want to wait that long. Is it cheaper on HSN or on, where did you get it? I want to get it too, love recipe books.
I've been doing Pilates this week. I am a lot better at them than when I first tryed them. I really like Pilates. After I finish the tape I feel full of energy. They are great for stretching out and firming muscles.
Hi Everyone!
Aleka: I bought 2 pearl necklaces with matching pearl studs.
One is frosted cranberry and one is red satin. Just georgeous!
The third item was a pink champagne watch/line bracelet. I
got a great deal on that, the usual price is $119.00 holiday
special $69.99 It is a knockout I am so tempted
to buy more!! but I know how I would feel when my bill
arrived!!
Nikkic!! you are doing sooooo great!!! I am happy
for you!!!
What I did differently is weigh and measure my cheese, maximum
2 oz per day. Measure my protein 6 oz per meal (that one is
tough at breakfast) and really limit my veggies to basically
salad items, brocolli, cauliflower and celery. I hope it continues.
I would love to hit goal by this time next year.
Anne,
The jewelry sounds beautiful. I think I've either seen it or something like it on QVC down here. It is really easy to get carried away and buy more than you should, isn't it?
I don't know if we've ever talked about it, but what is your goal weights? I would ultimately like to get to 150 lbs. Secretly, I want to be 140, but that may not be possible. When I was younger, at 150, I was a size 10 and at 140, a size 8. That's plenty skinny enough for me. I'd be happy with a 16 right now.
Today we went to the mall. DH kept telling me how little I was and how skinny I was, but I know better. I saw my self in a few full length mirrors. Why is it at home, I don't look that big, but at the mall, I look a lot bigger?
We ate a buffet for lunch and I'm afraid I pigged out and ate way too much. It was all meat and veggies, but still, too much. I'm still full from it.
Talk to you all tomorrow, Nikki
CONGRATULATIONS NIKKI AND ANNE great losses! You are both doing really well!
I bought the New SS book on Friday night at my local bookstore-so much for the January release date and as if they wouldn't take advantage of Christmas sales of that book, whatever I think they just do that to make people panic buy!
I got some of my Christmas shopping done on Friday night and managed to come home with an electric blanket for the house.
I am going to use it just to preheat the bed before I get into - I don't feel comfortable actually sleeping with it on.
Well it is 2:30 am here so I guess I better go to bed I have to go to a Christmas tea tomorrow afternoon and a tree decorating party tomorrow night.
nikki, that was a very nice compliment your husband gave you. Your hard work must be showing because your DH noticed it, and he sees you everyday. Ya, I know what you mean about mall mirrors. Maybe it has something to do with all the lights? I honestly don't know what I want for a goal weight. I'm thinking getting down to between 135 & 140 lbs. I honestly don't want to set a certain weight because, personally, if I was unable to get to that weight I would consider myself a failure. I have about 25 more lb. to go before I get to my goal weight. I think it's true that your body has its own set-point on where it wants to be. I know after I lose 10% of my body weight at WW, then you have to start setting goals. We all pig out occasionally. The only bad thing about it, is the way you feel afterwards.
ANNE, the jewelry you bought sounds so lovely. Those colors sound exquisite! Enjoy them to the fullest! The way you are losing weight, I wouldn't be surprised if you hit your goal before next year. You are doing fantastic. I broke down and bought Suzanne's Waffle & Pancake Mix and her Pots de Creme. I spent almost $60.00, so I figured that was enough for one day.
mauvaisroux, glad you were able to get SS's new cookbook. Some of the recipes look YUMMY and they are almost all Level 1. I am going to make her "Shake, Bake, & Fry" Mix and make fried shrimp for Christmas Eve, along with her "french-fries", and her cocktail sauce. These are my kind of recipes...very quick.
ANNE,
Good morning,
I love watching her & Colleen's antics. Maybe I'll tape it. Speaking of SS, I ordered her new cookbook from Amazon and it arrived yesterday. Some of the recipes look YUMMY
What did you buy from Joan Rivers? Think of those 3 things you bought as a treat for doing so well on your eating program. 
Suzanne is on HSN this weekend, but haven't bought anything.
I am so tempted
but I know how I would feel when my bill
CONGRATULATIONS NIKKI AND ANNE 
and as if they wouldn't take advantage of Christmas sales of that book, whatever 
I think they just do that to make people panic buy!
I have to go to a Christmas tea tomorrow afternoon and a tree decorating party tomorrow night.
I honestly don't know what I want for a goal weight. I'm thinking getting down to between 135 & 140 lbs. I honestly don't want to set a certain weight because, personally, if I was unable to get to that weight I would consider myself a failure. I have about 25 more lb. to go before I get to my goal weight. I think it's true that your body has its own set-point on where it wants to be. I know after I lose 10% of my body weight at WW, then you have to start setting goals. We all pig out occasionally. The only bad thing about it, is the way you feel afterwards. 
