Wantanewme- I teach Social Studies now.(World Studies) I was a Special Ed. Teacher first. I love my job and take it to heart. I think that is one of the reasons that I had a long term affair with Ben and Jerry's . But we have broken up for good. I have accepted that eating sugar is just a temporary fix that will only hurt me. Instead tonight, I just have to deal with my disappointment and worry. Ugh!!

Hang in there Slipfree, I manage adults and deal with the same thing!

I am stressed out I have seasonal depression. And being in Alberta we are currently in the deep freeze, its been -34c and colder for the past week. I have had 2 really bad "food" related days. Cant seem to focus and stay on track. I am slowly watching the scale go back up and that is only adding to the stress. Everyday I wake up with good intentions and try to stay on plan. But as the day goes on, the cravings and "mood" gets worse and by night time I am giving in. My husband is on nights so I am here alone after I put my girls to bed. No one to be held accountable to. But I am a grown women and shouldn't need to be babysat! Ugh. Just having a off week. I need a good kick in the behind

Would anyone be interested in emailing me personally once a day or so to help me stay on track? I need a motivational buddy. And emailing goes to my phone so I'll get it right away and it might be exactly what I need. Just a thought.

Thanks for listening. Again.

Hang in there Claustin...winter weather is pretty tough, especially with the das getting so dark and short right now. I live in MN, so the days are steadily getting colder and darker, although not as bad as you are dealing with. I'm happy to email with you to keep on track! Nights are hard for me too, especially with the cold turn in the weather.

Although, on a positive note, I had a pleasant surprise at my WI today...was down 3 lbs! Wasn't expecting much, as I didn't feel like anything changed this week. Weird how some weeks I feel starving and notice big bodily changes, and this week I wasn't hungry, didn't see any difference but still lost in pounds.

Good motivation though, because tonight I'm going to a bachelorette party for a friend, and if I wouldn't have had so much success on the scale today, I'm sure I would have drank wine tonight, thinking it doesn't matter anyway. But now I feel confidant staying firm and OP and knowing I will have just as much fun without it.

Slip free, keep fighting the good fight. I used to medicate my emotions by drinking. This diet has forced me to meet them head on. It's not always comfortable but it's much better for me in the long run.

Claustin, Pm me your email. I'll be glad to email you. You can do this!! We are all in together.

Sally, great WI. Stay strong tonight and have a great time.

I don't have a WI this week as my coach is out of the office. But my NSV is that I'm down 2 pant sizes after 8 weeks. Yay!

Thank you both so much! It may seem so little but it may be just what I need. Especially in the evenings

I'll PM you both! Thanks Again!

Was away on business and didn't get the opportunity to post my weigh in before I left. Managed a 1.6lb weight loss before I left but am super excited about today's weigh in. I am down 2.6 and that is after being in Toronto for 4 days on business!! I planned ahead and stuck to it and I am super happy with the results. The loss was also all fat whoot!

Came home to my new waffle maker from Airmiles so I'm off to try a pudding waffle as I am sick of pudding. Liking the soups though and tried a ground turkey taco salad last night that I quite enjoyed. Used some of the BBQ ridges for crunch and it made me able to face iceburg lettuce, which lets face it, is boring.

Hope everyone else is having a great week!

Keep focused Sally. The alcohol will be one of your biggest impediments to weight loss and you will find it harder to get back on track. Feeling confident that staying firm and OP is the way to go and you will absolutely have as much fun. Enjoy the bachelorette party!

Hang in there claustin! I'm in Calgary and while it hasn't been quite as cold the weather I definitely winter and the time change of course means going to work in the dark and coming home in the dark, I hear ya!

Not the healthiest option but have you ever tried hitting a tanning bed? Keeping your vitamin D up can definitely help. Do you knit or craft or anything? I've found keeping my hands busy helps me avoid snacking. I know its tough to get outside when its so cold so we definitely want to find something indoors for you to keep your mind busy. You're likely not hungry, its probably boredom that's pulling you in to food and off plan.

[QUOTE=Slipfree;4888119 I have accepted that eating sugar is just a temporary fix that will only hurt me. [/QUOTE]

Words of wisdom to be sure Slipfree! Type 2 Diabetics are rampant in my family and I've come to realize if I don't knock this sugar thing on the head soon I'm going to be right there with the rest of my sugar addicted family.

Had to chuckle at the business meeting I just came back from though. At break time they would bring in coffee and cookies. I headed out to hang out with the smokers. I haven't smoked in 10+ years but I figure its safer to take in some second hand smoke than sit in a room with huge plates of cookies. 20 minutes after the break you could just watch the sugar crash happening around the room and the facilitator being frustrated that everyone was nodding off...hilarious!

Thanks everyone for your support. I am focusing on the positive today. I am lucky to have two restaurants in my small town that offer IP menus and to have two great friends who are willing to go to either one. So nice to laugh and get a meal (without having to cook) that was completely OP. Feeling better

Claustin, a friend of mine invested in a special light to help with her seasonal depression. Sorry to hear your struggle.

Calgaryjetgirl, Congrats on your loss! Did you like the waffle? Was thinking of trying it tomorrow.

Sally, awesome loss! Have fun at the Bachelorette Party.

Wantanewme, I love wine at social occasions, but two glasses gives me a hangover. I just made it my policy to not drink during the week. Now on IP, none at all. Also 2 pants sizes must be a pretty awesome feeling.

Kawaii, where are you? Thought of you today when I went in to pick up my food. The people at WNL are the nicest people! Hope your week has improved.

CLAUSTIN! I was just thinking of you this morning and noticed it had been a couple days since you had posted. I was a bit worried about ya girl!


Congrats Sally! Awesome!!

Great NSV!! That is fantastic!!

Hi everyone,

Weigh in at home for 20 by Christmas Challenge (only WI at the clinic every two weeks) down 3.5 pounds! Only 9.5 pounds until Onederland! What a Christmas gift that will be.

I'm here. Thanks for the concern. I'll be ok. Its just some hard days every once in a while. I have started tanning (I know! But if it helps hey its worth a try) I haven't been commenting the past couple days. I have been on reading. I have gone 100% off plan since Wednesday night I have been cooped up in my house with two overly energetic little girls (which doesn't help) its been -34/-43 for the past 3-4 days so we have been house bound. We decided it was a great weekend to put up our Christmas décor and the girls wanted to do some baking. So I have decided to take the weekend and do whatever. I will start fresh tomorrow. I am going to skip my weigh in for tomorrow and hope for a good or decent number next Monday. My goal will be 100% OP for this week. Again. I feel like a bouncy ball. On plan, off plan, good days, bad days, good week, awful weekend. I hate this conflict I feel. Just wish I could focus and find my motivation. Oh well, one thing at a time.

Thank you for all the concern and encouragement. It really means a lot!! Your a wonderful group