Wow, I can't keep up with you gals....
I have STILL been eating eating eating. I've been able to keep up with the exercise, forunately. No gain, but no loss. So much for 5 lbs in 2 weeks. I should just take it easy and pound by slow pound, it will melt away....no hurry....
I bought a pregnancy test today. I'm waiting until tomorrow to take it. I doubt I am but there are a few suspicious things going on with my body and since I haven't been menstruating, (I'm breast feeding my 7 month old)
I'd just like to be sure. I'll keep you posted. I have to run to pick up my daughter....I'll try to post tonight, mean while, have a healthy day!!

Chachee,
Splurging a bit is the only thing to keep us successful We'd go crazy if we didn't splurge!!

As for unplugging on the weekends, I REALLY need to do that!

Hey all. I don't check in for a day and a half, and the thread goes wild! Welcome to Jacque.

My eating has been off. I was eating healthy choices, but out of control on portions until today. Today made bad choices all around. I got up at 2am to go in and do 3rd shift drop in visits. I need to see what the little staffies are doing when I am not around. So, I was tired, and I ate.

I do want a little pat on the back, though. I did go to the gym after work and do 30 minutes of cardio, and 3 sets of lower body weights.

I am stressing a bit too, as I am having a real hard time finding a very part time job. I only want 8-12 hours a week, and everyone wants 16-20 or more. I just can't do it and still have a life. Sigh. I have to have faith that I will find the right job. God knows my needs.

I am also a bit worried, as one of my post-op instructions after my eye surgery is no working out for a week. All I can do is walk, and not even that if it raises my heart rate. Great. There goes the momentum. I will ask for some butt kicks to make sure I get back with the program.

Well, that's all for now. Hi to everyone. I will try to keep up better, but I really need to stay off here at work too.

Hi JollyGirl!

((HUGZ)) I'm sorry to hear about so much stress!! Stress is horrible for you (although I'm sure I don't have to tell you taht!) So I hope things get better soon!! As for a kick in the butt after your week is up, I'll gladly help So long as you kick me right back!

I'm sure things will get better, Jacque. They always do. Thanks. My surgery is Feb 8th, so I can't work out again until the 16th. Everyeone be prepared to yell at me then.

Have a good day all.

Teri

Good morning everyone!
Well, yesterday was a success. I believe it was the first day since about a month ago that I was, absolutely, completely in control! I stayed in my WW points range, no flex points used, had veggies, water, worked out and got on the treadmill. I'm awfully proud of myself! Maybe I can keep up this trend now?
Jacquie, I admire your enthusiasm. I can tell you are "new" to a weight loss effort and I hope some of your attitude can rub of on the rest of us, who have been doing this for awhile.
I just cleaned out my ww binder this morning, it actually ripped and I am going to have to buy a new one. I looked over, and tossed, tons of my ww journals and felt a bit peeved with myself, looking at all the time I've been journalling, yet I am still not at goal. Heck, I had journals going back to the year 2000 in that binder. I was almost "there" a few times, dropped out of ww (don't even recall WHY now) and put it all back on each time. So, what is different about THIS time?
The difference is that I am almost 50 years old now and see this as my LAST weight loss plan. I must succeed and be healthy for the rest of my life, and a life I want to be long, pain and disease free.
I'm in this for the long haul this time, I just know it. But, my enthusiam comes and goes. I get easily swayed by things like parties and holidays. I need focus.
Linda

I'm with you, Linda! I want this to be the last time I have to diet. I'm sure a few pounds will come and go over the years, but once I get to my goal I want to stay close to it for good!!
I took the preg test and it was neg. My metabolism seems all screwed up, but with the way I've been eating not to mention the food I've been eating, it's no suprise.
Today I'm paying close attention to my calories by using fit day. A couple of good days and I should be back on track. And I'm going back to no dessert, no beer for the rest of the week.

Hi Ladies,

I was so tired this morning that I avoided the treadmill. Not really because I was dragging around so much, but because after only 4 hour of sleep, I was fearful that I wouldn't really be paying attention and I might trip and fall on it. Had a horrible time trying to fall asleep last night, and just stress getting to me.

So, I did not work out today. The second time since January 1. It's okay, I'm alright with it. Just gotta get it done tomorrow morning.

Eating was okay yesterday. Took in a little too much salt, but I didn't go crazy like I usually do when stress gets to me. I usually hunt down and inhale all chocolate. Yet, last night when I looked at the Hershey bar in the pantry, it wasn't calling my name. I knew it would take a lot less working out to get rid of the salty FF Pringles than it would the chocolate.

Not much else is going on here. Just a cold -15 degree day.

Gearing up to watch the Biggest Loser finale tonight. I hope Matt wins. What a difference in him in 18 weeks.

Happy (stressful) Tuesday.

Chach

Okay, duh, Chach...I guess I missed a week of BLoser. (And got Ryan's name wrong.) So, I hope that Ryan wins. I'm glad Maurice is gone.

Brain cell check...yep, I only have one left......

Chach

Hey Ladies!

I hope that I can keep some of this enthusiasm Today was my first official weigh And in my first week I lost 4 pounds!! But... I did make some HUGE changes!

1. Cut out Soda Completely
2. Add Veggies and Fruits
3. Keep a Food Journal
4. Exercise 30 minutes a Day, 5 Days a Week

So far I think cutting out soda and keeping a journal have made a HUGE Difference!

I know within a few weeks my enthusiasm will die down, but I hope not too much!!

The second time since January 1?! I'd say you're doing pretty darn good then

Way to go Jacque! 4 pounds is awesome!!
I am hungry. Trying to get through today at around 1000 cals, just to jump start. (Normally I shoot for 1500) It's Hard!!! And the hardest part of the day is coming up. Wish me luck...

Sorry people. I'm running late here. No time to read through all the posts now. Want to catch up with you later today though. I am out here and rooting for you all though.

Apple, I wish you the best of luck!

I'm at about 600 right now... and still have my hardest parts of my day coming up!

Good morning all. Just time for a quick check in, before heading to the gym. I did not make it to the gym yesterday, because I had another bout of acid reflux the night before. This morning I feel great though. I slept without acid for the first time in about 4 nights. What a difference. So, to the gym I go.

Congrats on the loss Jacque. what a way to start your journey