Good Morning Lovies,

How was everyone's weekend? hope it was a successful one.
Did you all get some exercise in?

Hugs

Leenie: Hope you had a good weekend!

Well, it's back to being on program. You know, I even JOGGED to the bathroom on Saturday. There (almost all the way there) and back (almost all the way back)...and it was quite fun to jog through the woods. But I couldn't do it very long because I'm definitely out of shape. So I need to find a trail around here that I could jog in and make it interesting. Well, also told the girls we need to start going for walks and jogging. So going to TRY to keep that intention! Also going to go in the basement and lift weights like I used to. Wasn't into routines and sets and stuff. Just a little here and there. But it was fun Now it's back to trying to figure out what to make for supper that's healthy....and in the freezer

Well, did well on Monday. Didn't get any exercise (no walk/jog) because my leg has a cramp in it. MAJOR cramp--charlie horse like. It's a little better today. Got an email...my Uncle died Sunday night. So Wednesday and Thursday I'll be going to funeral stuff for him. Not sure if I'm going to the "meal" they'll probably have. Would be best if I didn't (would stay OP then). Was thinking of moving my bedroom around today....so that would be my exercise today

Hi Brenda, Leenie and All! I feel terrible I haven't been around here, but have been thinking of you all more than I have been thinking of any diet! haha I've managed to maintain and not gain, so that's better than nothing I suppose.

But today, I'm prepared to start Induction phase with all the right foods and get back on the treadmill.

Brenda, I'm so sorry to hear about your Uncle. I'll be thinking of you.

Sorry to hear about your uncle Brenda, just a thought, if your charlie horse doesnt go away....get it looked at. Dil thought she had a charlie horse (she gets them often) but it turned out to be blood clots. So keep an eye on it.

Eating still isnt right on, but doing better. Getting ready for back to school, and trying to get a handle on the stress the ex causes. I picked up a book last night, called...Life is short, wear your party pants. So far so good.

Good to see you around sonny!

Have a great day everyone!

Sonnet: Welcome back Great job on maintaining!!

Robin: What's the book you're reading about exactly?? And hope you get a handle on the ex & stress!!

The charlie is gone and we even managed to go for a walk last night DH wasn't going to so I was just going to take the kids and dog and go...but he changed his mind. YAY!!! Didn't get much done yesterday (cleaning wise)....just changed the dining room around. So now it doesn't look quite as bad. Still a little stuff to straighten up (Girl Scout stuff) but otherwise it's good. Going to straighten up the kitchen today. It shouldnt' take as long as it did the first time
Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers for my family. They're appreciated!!

Im glad your feeling better Brenda. The book is how to deal with stress, and put it in perspective. Right now its telling me how to deal with the chatter in my head. Which is exactly what I need. Its the chatter that gets me so worked up. So far Im liking the book. Its not "medical" sounding, she talks to you as a friend rather than a patient. Know what I mean? So far everything in the book is stuff Im dealing with, and have been dealing with for years.

Dh's birthday yesterday, so we had bbq roast, with all the trimmings....and blueberry pie for dessert. So eating wasnt very good yesterday, but tastey

Have a great day

Hi everyone!! I'm new here and trying the forum's out. I have been stickign to the journals and I'm 'adventuring' out now.

bec

Robin: That sounds like a great book! I tend to get scatter brained when things get hectic so I'd love to learn their advice! Maybe you could read the book and kind of break down the general ideas??

Bec: Welcome and feel free to jump here every day! I try and get here once a day and it's a great place to get encouragement and advice...and to get to know others. You're doing great so far---keep up the great work

UGH. The funeral is today. I did pretty good at the showing (or whatever you call that last night). Teared up a little but didn't actually break down. We'll see how I do today with that sad funeral music and all. And it's a gloomy day out..so fitting! Stepped on the scale to get a peak-a-boo at what I've done...and it's not as bad as I thought. Maintained which is a good thing. But I want to start LOSING again. I liked being a loser So I'm putting next Monday as the day I cut down on sodas (bad habit I got into again)....drinking the water I'm supposed to and (oh man, can't believe I'm saying this) getting some form of exercise. The girls enjoy walking but we'll be babysitting my Niece's 9 mo old DS for the whole week (day & night) so not sure how to walk w/him unless they give us a stroller. We'll see. So that's the plan. Now I need you all to get on my case (at least about the water. THAT is a must now) about this!!! Deal?!?!?!

Morning

Bren, sorry about you uncle
If your leg is still cramping up, take some magnesium pills. They really do help. I used to get charlie horses every stankin night, I took the mag pills and POOF! gone. amazing how fast they work.

Robin, Sonny & Bec

Thanks for making me feel welcomed ya all!! I really appreciate it. Today has been a good day thus far still. Only had one bottle of water and 9 slices of pepperoni. Only eating when hungry and that happens mostly towards supper. Still losing a little a day. I try not to weigh myself daily but after this past weekend where I went food crazy I have been. I need to hide that darn scale. Sorry to hear about your uncle Brenda and I'm thinking about you and your family during this time. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Well time to fold more laundry.

Im here But gotta go...Dh is taking me out for supper. Have a sitter and everything.

Hiya Bec

Have a nice dinner, Robin - that is very nice of him. It is great to see when people make the effort to nurture thier relationships along.

Dog tired tonight - glad it is Thursday.

Happy Friday to ALL!!

Did good yesterday, only had some chicken stir fry for supper. 1/2 c. rice. Trying to increase water intake. Has anyone tried the Atkins premade shakes? I was wondering about buying some of those when I'm out at Sam's today. I did my 2-week induction and I'm still losing afterwards (probably because I really only eat supper) and I'm considering doing the induction again here in about another week. Dr. said that it was okay to do induction few weeks (like I came off of it the 15th of this month and planning on doing it again starting the 6th of Sept.). I always feel so much better on induction...does that sound weird?? Well time to get dd up for breakfast. Have a good one all!!

Leenie: I'll get some magnesium today (if I remember to add to the list) for future cramps. DH usually gets them a lot.

Bec: I sure hope you're eating your veggies and following the foods you're supposed to be eating!!! Definitely eat your veggies. I know you're not hungry...but FORCE yourself to eat. even if it's small meals!!

Robin: How was your meal?? Sounds romantic!! Lucky you!

Ms Spotdog: Hope you got rest!!

Well, eating stunk yesterday as I figured it would. County Fair is today so it'll stink again. Already told DH that Monday I want to cut out soda and going for STRICT food again!!!! Did see a picture of my backside from the Niece's wedding. It doesn't look half bad But it COULD look better!!! So I'm going to work on that 10 pounds and then call it a good thing (even though could stand to lose more than 10!!!)