We are a group of individuals who weigh or have weighed 300+, or near there. This group was formed to provide a place for others like us to find support, inspiration, and hope. We are aware of the distinct problems that come with weighing over 300 lbs.
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Yesterday my youngest son and I went to my sisters to go swimming. The "bad" family was there. I was out in the pool with my youngest and my niece and my mother. My mother was trying to explain to my niece that I was her daughter. LOL..she is 3..she looked confused. Then my mother said have you lost weight. Mind you I have seen her several times in the past year at my sisters house. I said yes 70 lbs..she said of that wonderful. I said yes it is..and I have a long way to go.
My son ended up staying the night there and me,hubby,and oldest son went to my aunts that lives behind us for a BBQ. I ate a hamb and some beans and felt like crap after eating it . Me and food arent such good friends anymore I am afraid!
I go for my stomach emptying test on the 29th. If they dont find anything wrong then I am going to try the herbalife.
I am gonna start doing the leslie samsone (spelling) DVD in the mornings before work. It is so friggin HOT here now to walk outside.
I have noticed with this weightloss...that my skin is getting flabby...I am sure it is cause I am not working out just loosing the weight. So I gotta keep up with it.
Hey ladies, how's everyone doing? Hope you all had a great weekend... I did, back with my family in the country. It was much easier than usual to stay on plan, with one exception... my usual downfall... munching while baking! It's so hard not to eat cake batter, and to taste icing as I'm making it. Ah well. I'll keep working at it, and when the rest is in line that one thing isn't such a problem.
Not sure who all to respond to from last week's thread, but as far as today goes so far... Cyn, hope they figure out what's up with your tummy at your appointment next week. Fingers crossed!
And Rat, I am so sorry to hear that the evilkitty passed away. Sending lots of hugs and love your way. Our furry friends really do become part of our families, and it's awful to lose them! Glad you guys got in some good quality time before she finally let go, though... and what better way to go for a kitty than in the warm sun listening to the birdies!
Still living out of a suitcase. We get to move back home tomorrow. It will be to an apartment where all we have is a bed and a sofa. Everything else is in a cargo container in the parking lot. The humidity in the condo is down to 30%. As soon as it hits 20% they can start repairs. We are planning how and where everything will go when it is brought back in. We unpacked so quickly 4 years ago, that things never got organized like I would have like them. This is my chance to really get things the way I want them. Mostly, I am committed to only letting half the stuff in the bin back in the house. Goodwill is going to have a good year.
I'm hanging in there. The house is empty without my evil kitty. I had a dream that she was lying next to me and I swear I felt her by my leg.
I was scratching her head when she died and I'm hoping she woke up to my sweet fat black kitty, Wicket, licking her head and welcoming her to kitteh heaven.
I was off work today trying to catch up on chores I neglected most of the weekend. I got my haircut and the car washed. I made a screen for the front storm door insert (previous homeowners must have taken the screen).
My protein has been too low and carbs way too high. It's time to focus on making sure I get all my vitamins (I have to take ADEK due to my type of WLS) and iron.
Catherine, I'm glad you are moving "home" tomorrow! You are seeing an amazing silver lining in this chaos.. organization!! Go girl.
Neon, I'm glad you had a relaxing visit with your family. My family can be relaxing or not, depending on their mood LOL.
Cyn, I'm glad you got to go swimming with your 3 yr old niece. I'm keeping you in my thoughts as you continue to get answers to your tummy troubles.
Thank you all again for your hugs during my grief. I know each day will get better.
Cyn – I hope your doc figures out what’s wrong soon. … My hubby and I tried the herbalife cleanse, he says it helped him, made him feel better, but I didn’t feel a bit different. … Are you one of those ‘morning people’? I just can’t bring myself to get up earlier than absolutely necessary. If I could though I’d have a much more productive day, because I get an energy high from working out. Good luck on your new routine!
Neon – I love that you are keeping a little tasting in perspective! The occasional ‘taste’ did not make us fat.
Catherine – Awesome plan! Use this as a way to de-clutter and organize. Woohooo!
Ratkitten – Aww honey, I’m so truly sorry. *hugs*
I’m still nursing a sore knee. Not nearly as bad as Saturday night and Sunday, so it’s on the mend. Otherwise I was doing great until I got sick shortly after lunch. But alas I think I’m okay now…just need to rehydrate and get some more rest so I can get back to work tomorrow.
I feel fat today and I am not sure why. I have been on point all day, I went to the doc and my bp was NORMAL, my diabetes is "managed" and he is very happy with my weight loss results.
I feel like I have been eating junk food but I haven't.... maybe just a bad day!
Anyhow, how is everyone doing?
Rat, I am so sorry for your loss, I lost my oldest dog 3 years ago and I still dream about her at least once a week.
Grumpy, I have those days too, as long as YOU know you've been 'good' try to forget it. Could it be tom is due? xxxxx
Cyn hope you get some answers soon.xxxxx
Catherine hope you enjoy your 'new/old' home.xxxxxx
Ratty I have dreams like that, about family or pets who are 'gone' sometimes it takes most of the day to 'get over' the dream. Glad ole Buford is keeping you busy.xxxxxx
I've been FORCING myself to exercise, first time I've done it when tom is here, I feel better for it but it's SO da*n hard to get up & put the dvd on & get going..... I hope there's a good loss on Friday, I need to put my tight 'going out' jeans on(I bust the zip last time I wore them!!!). It's my baby sis's birthday on Sunday so we're off out Friday to the local pubs & frankly, even if I was a size 14 I'd feel fat at the side of her, she's a 10/12 (UK) so that's an 8-10 (US)? Being a 20 I feel HUGE!!! Still a few voddies & I won't care!!! lol
xxxxxxx sharon
Catherine - I'm glad to hear you're making the most out of your situation, taking the time to organize and thin out the stuff you may not need! It can be awfully cathartic. Different situation, but I'm doing the same thing right now as I pack and move from the apartment I've been in the last 2 years.
Rat - Productive days are the best! How's the hair? A good haircut can really make your day, can't it? The day before my graduation I got my bangs trimmed and even that little sprucing up made me feel great! I've decided to have that be a month thing in between haircuts! We've gotta take care of ourselves, right?
OOW - Hope that knee heals quickly and you're back to feeling 100% soon!
Sittingrumpy - I think we all have "fat days." You just gotta get through them and work to feel better the next day. You're doing great, though! I see how close you are to being under 300 and I'm very excited for you!
Sharon - Love that you're going out with your sis on Friday! I hear you, though, on feeling fat next to the skinny sister - both of mine are much thinner than I am, so it's hard to feel anything but huge next to them! Have a fabulous time regardless, and good for you for getting up and moving despite TOM dragging you down!
As for me, I let myself have a boring, relaxing, lazy day yesterday. Worked my 5-9am shift and then basically just napped, watched movies, tidied the place up a bit... it was great, but I need to be productive today. Had a great breakfast, have my meals planned for the rest of the day, and I need to get my place clean by 1pm so my landlord can show it... then I need to pack, pack, pack like a crazywoman. Moving day is in one week!
I get so impatient these days. I want to be out of bed all the time, and I want to WALK. Dear Husband is trying to work part time and do lawn and house and still find time for all the help I need. Today I walked 300 small steps in a row. We switch to an oxygen tank in my walker basket and I make trips through the kitchen and dining room down the hall and back around. I can do 3 rounds. We measure this on a pedometer that says I should be walking 10,000 steps a day. 300 steps. It is a start. It wears me out. I get short of breath. It seems so silly. My mind is rejoining life faster than my body can keep up with it.
Catherine - I've once again been inspired by you and your positive attitude. I decided I could clean out the drawers in my bedroom while I wait for my body to be ready to move more.
Cyn - I hope your doctor can find some answers for you. Can't wait to see the mini-album pictures. THose mini albums used to sell really well at our craft shows. I sold a lot of baby boy and baby girl ones. At the holidays Christmas ones sell really well.
NEON - I hope the move is a smooth one. Glad to learn you had a good visit with family.
RAT - You were a great Kitty mom! We should all love like our pets - they love us purely and unconditionally no matter what our size or shape or finances, they just give us the honest essence of who they are and accept us as we are.
Sounds like some major good and some minor bad. Life! Organizing and exercise are my two biggies!!
We went to the zoo today. Lots of walking! Yay!! Now I need to go to the grocery store.
Need ideas for portable protein options. We have Girl Scout Day Camp in a week and a half. I would love to make a snack mix type thing, but don't want all the carbs. Almonds and pistachios are a no brainer. Anything else?
I went to work today and stayed busy. I had Ratrat's picture on the wall and had to temporarily take it down. Keeping busy helps.
OMG, it's hot out there. Not as hot as where Cyn is.. geeeeeeesh.
Basket, I take slim jims, but you might be watching fat grams too (I don't absorb those). Beef or turkey jerky is good though and low fat! Cheese sticks work too and don't really have to be refrigerated (I prefer cheese at room temp). If you can take a little cooler, than greek yogurt with splenda and fruit (like a tsp of jam) is good too! Hope I gave you a couple of ideas.
Lindy, I have never, ever made 10,000 steps! LOL. I think the most I made in a day was half of that and I did a 2.1 mile fitness walk at work (that about killed me, btw). Your path round the house is GREAT! I think having your mind on board before your body is ready is better than the other way around. Visualization is powerful!
Neon, the haircut is great. My hair always looks like I've had my head stuck out a high speed moving vehicle. Scottish descent. All my life I wanted wavy hair and now as I age, I have it! It used to be straight as a pin.
Over, careful with the sore knee!! Thank you for the hugs. I needed them.
Sharon, my baby sis's bday is today. All my life, I have been the fat one in the family. Right now, she is almost bigger than me and as much as I know how much she loves me, it's going to make an impact on our relationship. Have fun going out!! Couple of drinks and you'll remember that your baby sis prolly looks up to you no matter what your size!
Grumpy, I have days like that too. Been feeling that way all week as a matter of fact. I understand about dreaming about furkids that have passed on. Oddly enough, I've had dreams about other pets this week as well. I know it's just the grief I have.
I'm back on track and getting all my vitamins in me. I'm getting protein in as well. I was craving a salad and work cafeteria actually had a decent high protein salad premade *shock!*.
Hugs to all - all those on the C25K - GO GO GO!
Ratkity
Lindy: I am gonna post the pics later today when I get off work. It turned out cute!
Neon: moving is not fun! In my 20's I thought it was..new place how exciting. BUt now I have so much crap!
Basketcase: I would LOVE to go to a zoo right now!! BUT its too friggin HOT here. Hubby and I would love to visit a zoo in each state someday...
Overoverweight: I am SOOOO a morning person! Someday I really hate it...but now that I live behind my aunt she is a morning person too. So on weekends we go garage saleing or walking..well when it wasnt so blazing hot!
AS for me: Making myself take a lunch all week. I have also noticed when i eat raw veggies my stomach really hurts. BUT when I cook them I am fine. So I made steamed carrots for all week..they sure are tastey!
Hubby took my youngest and my nephew off roading in his jeep. He said they had a great time. My nephew Zander is 9 and he just loves justin to death. So while I was slaving at work..they were having fun and getting dirty!
Feeling good this week. Started week 2 of couch to 5k and it kicked my butt! Jogging for 90 seconds straight is tough work! Day 2 was today and it seemed a bit easier, but my legs were burning through every jog interval except the first. Also, my knees were feeling sore Monday night and all of Tuesday. They feel good today, though.
The scale still isn't moving and I'm not sure why. I'm adding 30 minutes of good excercise 3 days per week, I should at least be dropping a pound. I think I'm going to start doing some arm workouts on my non-C25k days. I'm usually out and about being active anyway, but I want to build some upper body strength.
Over - You had asked if I saw any patterns to my workout... yes! Around 8 minutes in, my legs really start to burn and I get a cramp in my side. Sometimes I wonder if I'm going to make it through the whole 20 minutes. Then the cramp goes away during the next walking interval, and the burn either gets much less intense or maybe I just ignore it. Either way, once I get past 12 minutes, I feel good again. And good to know I'm not the only one who got sore knees!
Rat - Sorry to hear about your kitty *hugs* Just keep busy. That always helped me get through times of loss.
cyn - Sometimes it takes people a while for it to "click" that you've lost weight or made some other change it your life. At least your mother finally figured it out!
Neon - I know how you feel with cake batter! Everytime I bake cookies, I can't help but eat some of the dough. At least when I make cake, my dad is usually around to lick the beaters instead of me
Lindy - 300 steps is better than 0 steps. Everytime you move closer to your goal, it's better than not moving at all. Keep up the work!
Everything is crap right now. Seriously, what a terrible day.
Started out at 4:30 in the morning, hobo in my lobby blocking me from getting out the front door, went to work via the scary back alley, cried the whole way, got reamed out by my boss who said I need to learn to shut my mouth about how much I hate living in Ottawa because I'm offending everyone else since they choose to live here and enjoy it, did way too much running around, have a ceaseless, pounding headache, crazy traffic because of earthquake evacuation (and I'd borrowed my friends' car so I was stuck in the middle of it instead of being a pedestrian, as I prefer), and then seeing a guy get hit and run on his bike by some ******* driver tonight on my way home and being stuck in the rain while waiting for the cops and helping him up.
300+ Weekly Thread #1268
. Me and food arent such good friends anymore I am afraid!
someday...
