Susie~ my hubby likes it when I am at the top of my game because his life is better then too. He gets nasty and sulky and pulls back when I show any weakness or illness. Kinda like kicking me when I am down. A lot of it is emotional unawareness on their part or fear.

Hi Sandi!!!

HUGS Deb!! Howdy LB!!! Welcome Amanda!!!!

Hello, ladies! I just found this thread and think it's just what I need.

In July 2002 I weighed 207 (my heaviest at that point in my life). I went to the store and bought a digital scale, some Leslie Sansone Walk Away the Pounds videos and some light weights. I also eliminated pop from my diet and tried to substitute healthier choices like salad instead of fries at Burger King. By September, I had lost 26 pounds and was feeling great. I sort of maintained for quite awhile. After my sister got married in September 2003, I started gaining. I joined Curves, bought a treadmill and more WATP videos and STILL gained. A couple of months ago, I checked my weight and I was up to 223 (my heaviest EVER). I lost 7 pounds, but have since fallen back off the exercise wagon and have gained half of it back.

I desperately want to be below 200. If I can get back there, I think it will be a little easier to continue in the hopes of being at 150 before I turn 40 in August.

My problems: I am a full-time high school teacher, mother of 2 (ages 9 and soon to be 12), and wife of 16 years. Life keeps getting in the way of exercise and healthier food preparation.

I am hoping to get some motivation and good ideas for how to get back into "Onederland".

Thank you,

Michele

Good Monday Morning...

Thank you ladies for all the great wishes and I do miss posting. I have been OP for the past 3 days. Starting day 4. Seems like the minute I post I am somewhat back on the wagon, I fall off. Not this time.

Welcome to all the newbies...all these ladies are the greatest support system I have found, EVER.

Went to see Harry Potter with 20 yo DD. She bought the tickets and we went on a mom/daughter date. We had fun. Movie was good. Some little 7 or 8 yo boy said as he was coming out, that was a good movie, but a little freaky. I about cracked as I was very tired. Went to the 9:30 show that didn't get out till midnight. Late night for me as I get up at 3:30 am every day. So was a little slap happy.

Went to dinner and to see the play Menapause Saturday night. The play was quite cute and funny. Dinner was at Agio's, an Italian restaurant. Had spaghetti w/marinara portabella mushroom sauce. Very good. Didn't eat all day, so I could blow my points at dinner.

Did something for myself. I quit Kohl's. I still need the money, but need my sanity more. It was strange not working all weekend long. I did get a lot of cleaning done. My oven was a mess, you could eat straight out of it now.

Holly - your holiday celebration sounds so delightful. You started my good mood and high spirits today.

Susie - How's the training going? Think you will enjoy the new position?

Debbie - How's it going? I have been drinking Chai Tea w/skim milk and a bit of splenda. I am not a tea drinker, however this I like. It tastes pumpkin-nie spicy.

Legally B - Hidee Ho - Pies are tough to stay away from. I am make pumpkin and apple pies, and peanut butter cheesecake for Turkey Day at my brother's house. Also taking homemade salsa w/chips, and making a cheeseball.

Sandi - great to have you back, we missed you. You will be back on track before you know.

Must get busy, love and hugs to all.

Annie

Hello Girls,
Thanks for all the support. I understand 30 pounds is alot to lose but I have lost 14lbs in one month from Sept-Oct. I had fallen off the wagon this month and well it is time for me to get back to work. I do my own version of low carb with lean protein and alot low GI veggies. I try to work out 1- 1 1/2 hours per day family permitting. I also try to drink a gallon of water daily. I have a Dr appointment some time is January. So the closer I get to 199 the better. Even if I don't hit the 199 then I will be on my way.

Amanda

Good morning,
I've had a great couple of days. I have to work m-w instead of my usual w-f
But its ok. I have to get going but I just wanted to let everyone know I'm thinking of ya'll.

I'll post more this evening. Everyone have a great day
Love you guys

Woke up with an achey body. Probably all the pie trying to get out of my system, LOL! In spite of my best intentions I ate pie for breakfast with coffee. YUM! The rest of the day was about puttering, storytime, putting away the good dishes. I napped, yes napped in the aft for 1 1/2 hours. My daughter is such an angel and always happy to play on her own. I was at hockey from 4-6, which was much smoother than last week. Came home for left over turkey dinner, YUM. And then off to school council meeting. We had a role playing session for the conflict resolution skill training and then a reg meeting. I was super pooped but it was fantastic. Came home and went right to bed. I picked a light book for reading when at the library but it is toooo light. Needs to have some substance.
Great morning.Kids slept in a bit but it was not rushed.
I must, must, must get at the Avon orders today. 3 preschoolers here. I will do my yoga tape to stretch these kinks out. The pie is thankfully gone.
HUGS dear friends.

I'd love to join this group...I just added my race to 199 ticker to my signature!

Hello,
I feel like I've been gone forever instead of just a couple of days. Monday was a whirlwind at work because it was my last day of training with the girl who's position I am filling. I was off work, yesterday, today, and then again tomorrow and Friday. We are leaving for MO in just a few hours; I have so much to do before then! However, I know it's important for me to check in and remind myself that I have a plan and a goal to get to ONEderland...and I'm not going to blow that off now that the holiday season is here.

I did some shopping yesterday. I've got half the list done. I really enjoyed it to. It was just me and me alone. I like spending time with me! lol

I'll check back in with everyone on Sunday. Have a wonderful holiday and remember it's not about the food but time spent with family, friends and make some time for you too!

Susie

Good Morning Gorgeous Gals.........

Everyone have a marvy Turkey Day tomorrow. (Holly too!) I will try to get back on Friday but it may be Monday before I can.


Love and Hugs to All

Annie

Thanks Annie. happy Turkey day to you too!!
Bone weary today.Power YAWNNNNN!!! I am just plain tired out.
The kids and cats are buggin me for no real reason. I could have stayed in bed much longer.
We got a few inches of snow over night and are expecting quite a bit more today and tomorrow. Have to put my winter driving thinking cap on. I stayed up and got all the Avon sorted and bagged!!!!!! Whew. That is a weight off.

The damn clutter keeps creeping back. i am trying to keep it tidy now that it is tidy. It is full time job. I already have 3 other fulltime jobs. Arg!

There was a beautiful pink sunrise through the trees this morning.

I had Pringles for snack in the afternoon and before bed yesterday. Not a good choice. My meals were bang on. Gotta do better.

DD had her first ever fullblown temper tantrum this morning for a couple of hours. She was mad as heck. It was hard not to laugh. She was too cute in all her fury.I have 4 more kids than anticipated today. Yikes. there will be much dressing and undressing for the snow play today. No need for me to go out driving anywhere tho!! I will shovel the driveway!@!! I love shovelling the diveway. 2 hours of exercise with a purpose!!! Nice.

Happy turkey day everyone,
I had a good few days. Mon when we had the tex-mex potluck. I did really well. I made healthy choices and ate small portions. My friend and I split a brownie for dessert. I was proud. Then today, It's just the 4 of us so we ate a small traditional turkey dinner. So we went into the living room to listen to "Alice's resturant" (a family tradition) I pushed my keyboard back and ate at my desk. When I was about a quarter way through with my food. I knocked my plate off. My family was rolling on the floor they said one of the "fat chicks" had decided I had enough...Ok, Who did it?...
Needless it to say I was through eating. I quess laughter is good for a diet.

Lean4me, Amanda. We are glad to have you.

Hope everyone is well. I will do personals later.

Oh my goodness, I ate so much yesterday, I stopped counting. Today, is a new day, and I am fasting today. It is not really hard to do because I AM STILL FULL from Thanksgiving. I knew it would be diasterous.

Came in OT this morning at 5:00 am, between getting up early and a full belly, I am having a hard time keeping my eyes open. I have the drags and sleepies.

Not doing much the rest of the weekend. Just trying to stay OP and get a bit of exercise. I am working here on Sunday morning in the mailroom processing checks from 5:30 am to 9:30 am.

Kind of strange not going into Kohls, but must say I don't miss it either. This is such a busy time for retail, and people are quite cranky this time of year. Yeah, peace and joy.

Have a wonderful Friday and weekend, I will chat at cha all on Monday.

(((HUGS)))

Annie

Susie~ how was your time off?
Hiya Annie! Enjoy your weekend.
Deb~ glad it was a nice thanksgiving.

Snowed in again. Makes for a 4 day weekend!!!!!! It is beautiful out today. Not storming. Big fluffy flakes falling.
The playschool auction was great. I got some much in demand local hockey tickets. had to hip check( seriously) and threaten a couple of guys to get them.
My body is sore from hours of shovelling and then standing all evening. It feels good. I have several hours of shovlelling today once it stops snowing.
DS has 3 hockey games this weekend. I have the farmers market all weekend. there is a Christmas tour coming out from the city.
Much tidying to do again.

Food was better but not great yesterday. Aiming for great today.

The suitcases under my eyes have carry on luggage today.

Love to the chickies.

Good evening everyone,
I'm sick of turkey! My leftovers are going in the freezer. I did fair on food today. At least I didn't drop my plate, but thats a great deturrent(sp?) for overeating. No exercise. Curves was closed yesterday and today. Well to tell the truth its been a week because I worked m-w last week. At least I've walked a few times.
I didn't go shopping today. I decided to let the crazies have it all to themselves. The news footage of some of the malls is nuts.

Holly: Snow!! that sounds so nice. I think it is beautiful.

Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday with your families.
Love you guys.