Okay, I'm back...I'll do my best with personals...might not get through everyone!
Loriann, you might want to try No Sugar Added ice cream if you end up tempted again before he moves out. It's not the best option, but it's better than the sugar ones. If you have cravings, hit P1 again for 3-5 days until they go away.
Cat, congrats on your daughter's visit! That's wonderful! How's your foot/toe?
Spiritmage, congrats on the NSV!!!
That's awesome! Sounds like the first time I sat in an airplane seat and didn't need an extender!
Spirit, losing 40 pounds before June...that's really an
extreme goal. That's something like 3 pounds a week...it's not only unhealthy, it's pretty unlikely. Please don't set yourself up to be disappointed in yourself--especially over something you
couldn't have accomplished no matter
how hard you tried, okay?
Be gentle with yourself. You didn't gain this in a couple months and you can't lose it in a couple, either. You know your body much better than I do, so if you really feel this is an achievable goal for you, fine. But if you're picking "200" as your goal just because you want to be there soon rather than because you
really think it's
achievable, please pick something more possible. When you pick a goal, figure out what you are very likely to lose and then add a couple pounds so that you'll only make it if you stick to the plan. That way, it's still a challenge, but it's one that you are very likely to make, as long as you stick to your plan. Set yourself up for success, okay?
Cottage, is your DD visiting you or are you visiting her? Snuggling with a kitty is wonderful!
I'm so sorry about your flat tire! Did you really change it yourself??? Wow!!!! (I need an "I'm not worthy" smilie!) I love The Container Store...
LC, I hope you avoid that cold!
Thin, congrats on the NSV and on the beautiful ring!
That's so exciting!!!
Kara...yeah, this is definitely my "real" work!
Glad you're feeling peppy and getting lots done! Love the walk to the post office! Are you running at all yet? That might be another great way to get out of the house!
Schmoodle, the next town over has an amazing Y...they have great fitness equipment, awesome classes and an incredible pool--the kids' side even has a curly water slide!
The stew looks yummy (I love lentils!)...and easy!
Can you post it in the recipe section when you get a minute?
Me:
Off to the gym after work tonight. I somehow pulled a big muscle in my back on Saturday morning. It might have been picking up our dog quickly from a bending over position.
On Saturday night, I did some move it didn't like and sent it into spasms that made me lose my breath! I've never had real back pain before, so this is new and scary for me! I babied it all day yesterday and it wasn't bothering me much by nighttime, but it hurt when I got up today. I'm a little scared that the lack of steady balance on the elliptical might hurt it...I'm going to try holding on to the handlebars the whole time (usually I don't use them) and see.
One of my dear friends is having her first baby tomorrow!
The little guy (well, not so little!) was over 9 pounds a couple weeks ago and there's no way he's coming out the normal route, so she's having a c-section tomorrow afternoon. I can't wait to meet him in person and see her being a happy mom!!!
Other than that, not too much going on. Hope everyone has a great day!
GONNA and Laurie!
