I can't bring myself to write the date today.....
off to drop the kids off, then to the gym and back home for a nap. Little man has me so exausted. he has to always be right and i am worn out with DH away. I have a lateish night, no jammies at 5 pm, and I need to pull myself together.
-L
bbl

I echo your sentiment -L, I don't want to turn the TV on today, weird feeling in the pit of my stomach. So off to exercise and have breakfast trying to avoid any kind of media right now.

Ruth, hope Harry's doing well.

Robin, all I can say is way to go. That sounds like a truly watershead evening for you. Those moments, when you truly touch something deep inside yourself are the most fabulous parts of being human.

Hope everyone has a good day despite the day, or maybe inspite of it

Tummy

morning to my low-carb friends.

Ruth, Robin, Janice and anyone else who needs it, consider yourself hugged.

"The best thing to do when the worst thing happens is to begin moving forward again." Mooz posted this in her journal this morning and I think it is very appropriate for today.

I'm striving for a calm, peaceful and introspective day. Now I just need to convince the Girls, Harry and the rest of the world to join me! On top of all the yesterday crap, I just had an egg completely explode in the microwave. Just shoot me, OK?

Good Morning

Karen~I just read your stats, your doing great!!

Pooky~ where are you? How was Miree's first day of school??

Thankyou everyone for you hugs, and good thoughts. This site and all you ladies mean alot to me.

Yesterday I found out a very dear friend's mother is in the hospital. Sounds like in time she will be fine, but my friend isnt coping very well. Her life pretty much is based around her mother. They have been thru so much together, and to see this happen, it really makes me worry about her. She will be so lost when her mother passes. Which we are all hopeing wont be for another 20+yrs!! Her mom is a real pistol, 78 yrs old, and I cannot keep up with her. Mind you this is also whats put her in the hospital, she refuses to slow down. I called my gf last night and we had a great 3 hr chat, with tears, anger and laughter. Im happy that when we hung up the phone she was laughing. Right now, with all her family and problems, I dont think she has laughed in a very long time.

Life is just so busy, always remember to take time to enjoy it.

Robin

Good morning!

I actually have a little time today before taking the kids to school so I thought I would pop in!

Thanks Robin! I am really working hard! I am just hoping for a bigger loss this week! I sure hope that the weight loss and exercise will start balancing out soon!

I never turn on the TV in the mornings anymore. Since my kids go to parochial school they will be having a memorial service/peace ceremony today. Before my kids were old enough to go to school, the school planted a "Peace Tree" in honor of those who died at Columbine. Now every year they have a ceremony there so I am planning to attend that as well.

Ruth - you keep those calm, introspective, peaceful thoughts going! You'll have it!

I will be working out on my treadmill this afternoon! I have too many meetings at school this morning to get to the gym before my dd is out at 11:15! (No child care at the gym after 12 noon!) But I will be getting on it!

I better run, I think my eggs are cooked finally!

Hugs to all!

well, i finally found my scales. needless to say, i had to get on. then i checked the ones at husband's work to make sure they were the same. and they were--yay. anyway, i'm down another 4. that brings me down 14 total and puts me in onederland. woohoo! i can't help but get on them everyday. it does help me work harder when i see a slowdown from the usual pace.

y'all are all doing so well. so much to be proud of.

we went to the annual memorial. very somber.

ruth, hang in there. bless your heart. i'm praying for you and harry.

y'all have a great day!

Just a quick Good morning to all. Running late this morning.
Mia

Way to go fullfig!!!!! I'm so proud of you, keep it up!

OK.. I have to tell you all, I broke down and weighed myself. My jeans are just so loose today! I am down another 1.5 pounds ! WOO HOO!! 189.5!! I have broken that 190 barrier!! WOOHOO! I am so happy!

O.K.
My "daily" participation is turning into "semi-weekly!" Took care of some other business during lunch the last couple of days. Checking in finally. Still OP as far as food and water goes.

Fulfig. I'm curious if you know how many calories you're taking in a day. I've been following the induction rules totally. Eating under 20g of carbs, all from veggies, getting in my protein, (maybe not enought fat????????), but in about the same length of time, I've managed to lose only 5 pounds. I've even been working in production at work for the last 3 days instead of mostly sitting at a desk like usual, so I'm getting much more activity than I was. Losing 14 pounds is absolutely amazing! Good for you. I guess it's true that all our bodies are different and work in their own way.

I finally decided this morning, though, I have to quit weighing myself more than once a week. It was fine the first week when I saw a loss every other day, but I've been at the same weight now since Monday and it's irritating me. So far, I'm still motivated, but I can see that changing if I don't stay away from the darned scale!

Uh oh! Time to clock back in. Hope to pop in again tomorrow!

Jen

Jen - Make sure you are getting in emough fat! There are some people who apply the 65/30/5 ratio.. fat/protien/carbs

My fat % is usually over 70% though!

Yayyyy, Karen! That's terrific.
Jen, try not to be discouraged because you're not losing as quickly as someone else. I'm a notoriously slow loser and if I let everyone else's successes get me down, I'd never have the strength to carry on with it all. I sure wouldn't have the courage to continue being a regular here. I can only compare myself to ME and even that is disappointing because the me I'm comparing myself to is a 20 to 30 year younger me who could lose 20 lb in a month. (sigh) Well, those days are gone forever. I have to constantly be encouraging myself and patting myself on the back. I simply cannot and will not allow myself to slip back into the binge doldrums. The main thing is that we are doing something really good for ourselves and even if we're not seeing the results we dream of on the scales, our bodies are still thanking us for delivering them from the evil carbs.

I think I have a handle on my eating now so I'm making a determined effort to increase my activity level. I've done the Body Flex workout twice now and I'm hoping it has done me some good. In the 20 minutes or so of the workout I manage to work up a bit of a sweat and I do feel quite invigorated afterwards...like I've really earned my good breakfast. I guess it will be a while before I notice any change on the tape measure or the scale but I'm cautiously optimistic that this increase in energy output will assist movement in the right direction on both. I can't do all the exercises on the video because I can't cross my legs but I just do a different exercise while she's going through that one. One of these days I'll get to that point.

This morning I went to a craft workshop with some of the members of my club. It was just an informal gathering and we all worked on various articles for our Christmas craft fair in November. I came home covered in gold sparkles. Just call me Golden Girl.

Sounds like everyone is back into busy fall mode. I hope you've all had a happy, productive, OP day.

(((Ruth))) I hope all is going well with you and Harry. I haven't had the courage to read your journal yet because I don't want to cry but one of these days I will. Thinking loving and healing thoughts of you both.

I've been trying to get here off and on all day! Whew! Finally made it for a quickie!

Ruthie-continued prayers going your way.

Pooky- Where are you? Hotlanta? Well, at least look up this terrific chick or two that I know there and let them know you're okay - k?

Kel - Just been thinking about your lately.

Sooner, AdoAnnie & Chickie - ditto with those words.

You too Dottie and AgeOldie!

Peachie, Deb and Jiffy - good to see your sweet faces popping in and out!

Welcome to all those newbies that may not know me!

LindaBC-I just love the enthusiasm and commitment in your last post! I've been knowing you for over three years now and it sure seems like you've got a handle on "things".

Robin-It sounds as tho it may have been difficult the long term effect of "the call" had a positive affect on you. You are truly Blessed and sound like such a wonderful person-you will move forward.

Sherie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good to see your sweet self pop in! How
is DD & BF? I want updates and alot of detail!

Anyone I may have missed - my apologies - I really only have a few quiet minutes!

Thank you to all that offered support, love and prayers for the ever going BIG stresses in my life. But each day I do make it through with a bit of humor and Thanks to God that I have my children, grandchildren, DH (even when he's a SH) and friends. What would I do without all the above and especially God? (This coming from a foul mouthed patio drinkin' mama?

As many of you have said about today, I share your sentiments. I had a difficult time with the news this morning. But I finally decided that I would watch one memorial service. I cried a bit, I prayed with those who chose to and decided that was it. My prayers included those who have lost their lives during, before and since 9-11. And prayer that they are now in a better place and for our world leaders to make their decisions as if it were their children at risk -- perhaps that would encourage that wiser decisions would be made for all of our countries!

Hugs and lots of love to you all - olbies and newbies! Couldn't do it without my friends here!

Janice

HI ALL!!!


on saturday after i finally got the computer back and can actually post. my micro toastyer and dryer managed to start to frits on me. the dryer all at once would not work so after getting a new used on found that the plug was wrong so I changed the plug then flipped the circut breaker and ZZZ FFFFF ZZZZZ then a wonderful fire works showed with a finalle of fire!! wow I just managed to burn up the electical box of my house!!!

I am finally back on line and running with the exception of the dryer.

the final cost was 1000 and guess what my house deductable was??? 1000??? you are right!!

boyscouts and all are back running and life is busy with running. I did managed to have 2 kids move out!!

Only 2, Sue??? lol - You always have interesting stories about the going-ons there! Nice to see you back!

Hello to you, too, Janice. I do agree with you, I wouldn't know what to do with myself if things were calm and boring around here (but I sure would like the chance to find out for a change)

It is indeed a sad day and I shed some more tears when I saw all the flags in memorial BUT I am thankful that our country (and the world) started thinking what patriotism really means and what heros really look like and those thoughts are still alive and stong today.

God bless

Kel