No weigh in for me... I quit my job on Thursday (yay!!) for a new one, and then a client of mine and I snuck out early yesterday for shopping and... chocolate!! It went downhill from there...

I find that I didn't have many temptations for the first month, now I notice that I cheat about one day a week. I wish we just *had* a free day built in so I wouldn't feel so guilty... Hmmm, maybe that's why the weight is coming off so slowly

Congrats on the big interview Jibbelle! Nancy, I hope you're feeling better. And everyone, didja notice what a big drop you all had this week? Way to go!!

Hi everyone:
Thanks Nancy your right I am gettting itchy, I feel better today. I just need to stay out of harms way. The children I watch have been bringing alot of junk food lately for the most part it did not bother me but when I get in a mood boy that is all I can think of. I don't want to say it but sometimes I think one of the Mother's brings it on purpose she has been trying to lose weight also but she goes up and down she says I inspire her but I guess she is a little envious.
Congrats on the weigh loss.
Jibbelle ccongrats also out of those 260's. Did you happen to get the Thanksgiving Menu, I am not sure I am going to follow it,
I found that some foods that were on there we are not supposed to have together. I asked the councelor about it and she said because it was thanksgiving that they let the food mix together.
Good luck with the Job interview.
By the way someone must have said something to the new councelor because she let a curse slip today and she said excuse my language.
Weigh in went well down another pound.
Bunny cheating has been driving me nuts also, this weekend I said to myself that is it. I need to finish.
Have a great weekend
Diane
4/10/01 201
11/10/01 148.25
goal 135
I need to look back see where I am
for my Christmas goal. I just might make it.

I think we all cheat on occassion....and it is ok. This is a life style change, and it needs to be something we can live with. I dont mind losing a little bit slower if I am not feeling deprived. I just try and make the cheats small ones, early in the day, and a rare occurance. I think we are all doing our best. We all deserve a pat on the back!

Diane-
Congrats on your pound loss. You are so close to goal! Do you have anything special planned for when you reach goal?? I am glad to hear that you counselor is watching her language. It is a nasty habit to have.

I picked up a copy of the Thanksgiving menu about a week ago. I didnt look at it too closely since I am going to my mom's for Thanksgiving. She is well aware of my diet, so I am sure she will have some things I can eat. No pumpkin pie though...ok...well....maybe a tiny taste!

Jibbelle,

I had to check in & see... YOU DID IT! GREAT! WAY TO GO, GIRL!

It's sounds like most everyone is behaving... good girls!

Me, not so good... it nearing time for TOM to visit... he's the that makes me do it...

had bridal shower brunch... 2 grapes, 1 strawberry, 1/2 glass punch (?), 1 t some type breakfast casserole, 1/4 slice pumpkin bread

Grandson's ballgame... 2 bites of a corn dog... dipped in mustard, of course.

TGIF... & it was Saturday... you don't wanna know girls... I won't tempt you... 's fault... not mine...

then went BOWLING... bowled 3 games... maybe, I burned a few of those calories.... just got home

Not going to HAD FUN with family & friends... didn't eat large portions... just NOT OP foods...

OOhhhhhhhhhhhh wellllllllllllll...... maybe, TOM won't stay around all week.... OR I WILL BE IN BIGGER TROUBLE!

Be GOOD ladies... don't follow my detour...

N

Nancy-

That pesky little , he will get ya every time!

I went thru every suit I own yesterday and only one fits...the rest are too big. That is a pretty good feeling. I bagged all the stuff that is too big up to take to my mom. She wears the same size (24) that I used to wear. She will be excited about the hand me downs. I think after the first of the year she is going to start this program too. Not going to a center though....since there isnt one even close to wear she lives. She will do it on her own...I will start her on the red plan too.

If the interview goes well on Monday I have to set up 3 more! I am hoping to get them all in one day so only have to buy one more suit. I dont want to spend a lot of money on clothes I wont be able to wear in a few months.

Today I have to right a paper...due Thursday. Our prof said 5-6 pages then a week later said 3-4. I have no idea what I am supposed to do! I guess I will shoot for 4-5?

I better get started. Take care all!

Hey everyone! Well I wanted to let you know that I have decided to do Slim Fast. I just cant seem to get back on the LA Program. I hope that you all understand and I would still like to hang out here. I love hearing about how awesome you all are doing!

Jibbelle, good luck on the interview!! Let us know!!

Diane, way to go on the weight loss!

Bunny, hang in there...we all fall off plan occasionally! Just don't be like me and get off it where it is so hard to get back on!

Nancy, sorry about TOM..but like Jibbelle said, it'll get ya everytime! I haven't started walking yet, but am planning on it this week for sure!

Hope you all are having a great weekend!!

marciew

Marcie-
Even though you are no longer doing LAWL we would still love to hear how you are doing...so dont be a stranger! Besides...we need all the encouragment we can get!

Best of luck to you

I have an interview in 2 hours!!

Breakfast:
cereal bar and cottage cheese (1F, 1S, 1/2 P)

Snack:
apple (1F)

Lunch:
healthy choice grilled chicken and pasta (1P, 1S)
still need to eat some veggies...but too nervous! Will have some when I get back.


Keep your fingers crossed for me everyone!!!

Hi Everyone:
Marcie good luck with the Slim fast, let us now how you are going. I exercise regularly, I feel much better when I get it done.
Jibbelle I can't buy clothes right now because I am between sizes, one size is to big and the other is still a bit to tight so I will wait and do with what I have for now. How did your interview go? I asked the manager what kind of food will I get back when I reach stablization she mentioned sour cream and salsa I don't care for the salsa but I won't mind the sour cream. She slso said because I have not been having the limited starches she said those might have to be added slowly also.
Did anyone have trouble getting on today, it took me a while before I was able to.
That plane crash was terrible wasn't it. My sister lives in Queens everyone was checking up on her today but she said nobody could get through and got nervous. I told her I had no trouble at all so go figure. She said the crash was about 20 minutes or so away from her but she did not hear anything.
I had my weigh in down a 1/4 from Saturday not to bad.
Breakfast La lite
Snack string cheese (EP)
Lunch 2 eggs (P)
cucumber (V)
LA lite
Snack LA lite Prunes (F)
Dinner Chicken (P)
String Beans (V)
Skim MilK (D)
No Fat No Starches
Doing the La Express again I find having no starches when I have the munches works better for me.
Diane
4/10/01 201
11/12/01 148
goal 135

Well...one interview down and 3 to go! My next one is on Thursday afternoon. Work, interview, class. Going to be a full day and evening!

I really want this job!

I went to the center this afternoon and I was up 0.4 lbs, but I had on jeans. I am sure I have lost at least one lb since Saturday. I guess I will see for sure this Saturday. I think it will be close, but I should make my Xmas goal! WOOHOO

I have no other news to report today....anyone have anything exciting going on?

Marcie, GOOD LUCK with Slim Fast... just know that we still love you.... hang around... no, actually... walk around the block & then come back and sit at your computer & click away to your LAWL buddies as often as you can. Oh yeah... remember your water.

Jibbelle, GOOD LUCK with your interviews! I hope that you land the job that you are after. I hope that when you step on those scales Sat... they are down, down, down.

Diane, I know that your prayers were answered when you heard from your sister. I was sorry to hear of the tragedy.

Back in a bit... phone

Bunny, I wanted to say THANK YOU for the get well wishes. Did you get those chocolate cravings satisfied? I hope so... hope that you are back OP.

Me... well, Tom still hasn't arrived... driving me nuts... making me feel like the and a little . Wish he hurry up ... come & get it over... tired of this salt vs sweet craving... can't make up my mind... so, i just keep bouncing... gotta get back OP... flu is better... not great... but better... thanks.

take care all,
nancy

Hello all!

I just finished my paper that is due tomorrow. I have the rest of the night off...what little bit there is!

I have interview #2 tomorrow. This is a one on one interview...unlike the last three on one that that I had. I have yet to figure out what I am wearing tomorrow. Maybe that should be on my agenda for this evening!

I hope everyone is doing well. I am not weighing in until Saturday am so I have no news.

nancy-
I hope Tom shows up soon...and makes a short appearance!

Hey everyone! Well so far I have lost 3 pounds with the Slim Fast but totally blew it last night. Got to craving a meal. I am still implementing some of the things that LA taught me. I truly think it is important to get in all of those fruits and veggies. Of course I am drinking my water. Today I woke up really sick at my stomach and then as I drove out of my driveway to work I had to stop and got sick. So needless to say I am at home right now resting. My stomach is really upset I guess I must have a small stomach virus. Feel pretty rough.
Jibbelle, hope the interview goes well today and congrats on your paper being finished!!
Nancy, hope TOM comes soon! I hate that waiting game!
Diane, I am so glad to hear that your sister is okay! I know it is tough being between sizes but you will be in the smaller one soon!!

Talk to you all later!!
Marciew

Marcie--
Congrats on the loss and I hope you get to feeling better soon! I had a bug like that not too long ago.

My 3:00 intereview was postponed to 3:15....I am ready...just sitting at my desk finishing up some paperwork until it is time. 45 min and counting....tick tick tick...