Oh, Dot, sorry to hear that. But you know what's best for you and even if it's hard - you're doing the right thing by following your own best interest.

We're here for ya!

B

I thought I'd move our thread to the front of the line ;)

I had to add 1 lb to the CW, dang it! Won't be touching the hubby's stash of trick or treat goodies, not even one, cause that's when I lose it.

Brandy, Dot, and Mari -- you ladies are awesome and a great inspiration to me!

Hello Ladies!

Dot - I'm very sorry to hear about your break-up. Even though it was your own decision, and there are many reasons why it's the right decision, I know that it is still a difficult change. I got out of a possessive, 4-year relationship. Even though it was a good thing in the end, it was still a very difficult change to deal with. Be strong! Remember we are here if you need to vent anonymously, which always helps. But it's important for you to remember that you need to follow your heart and mind.....your health and happiness depend on it. Hang in there, girl!

Volley - there's always ups and downs. Take this as increased motivation!

Happy Thursday everyone! Have a happy early Halloween! Watch those treats!

-Mari

Thanks Brandy and Mari for your support...yep it's hard u know the little voice in my head is saying move on, but my heart keeps holding me back...they are in battle right now...so confused. His mom told me yesterday she took him in to a detox as per his request. He asked if I could be his friend and just be there for him during this...and well, I don't know how to answer that...please help/ advice/ suggest...I know i can only make the decision, but it helps to hear others opinions, less biased u know.

Hey Dot...

I say, be a phone buddy for now...it's easier to stay objective when you aren't close to him in body...tell him he can call you anytime of the day or night to talk about anything, but maybe refrain from seeing each other for a while. Don't know if that's possible...I just know that in my past, breakups always get strained when I see the guy because the physical sparks that were there in the beginning tend to linger...

Weightloss for me is out the window. Woe is me. Nobody can kick my *** but myself. Just gotta deal with that.

Lorraine

Dot, so sorry about your break-up, I agree with Lorraine, offer to be available to talk to him as a friend, but not about your relationship. I really hope he manages to sort himself out and you a both able to lead a healthier, happier life ... whether it be together or apart.

Lorraine, you are not alone ... I've had a terrible, terrible, TERRIBLE week!!!!! Just haven't been able to stay on track at all ... and as if I wasn't already finding it difficult, TOM decided to arrive and I have had the mother of all chocolate cravings for the past few days!!!!:ink: :mad: These cravings I have been able to control for the past few months, but this week has more than made up for all the chocolate cravings that I haven't had over the past few months!! Of course, having all the Halloween goodies stocked up hasn't helped ... and yes, I have even stolen some of those!!!:s: Let's hope that next week will be better for both of us.

Wishing you all an enjoyable Halloween ... don't eat too many goodies:s: (the kids around here will be lucky if I've got any left by this evening!:lol: )

Have a great weekend everyone!:)

Nichola

Hi girls Happy Halloween!

Thank you Lorraine and Nichola...it sounds like a great suggestion...I will try that...it is hard for me to just cut him off. He called today and is actually in rehab now..so he made it through detox (I had a feeling he would-I don't think he's that far into alcoholism, yet far enough to need some help). He says he's been to meetings and stuff so I hope it helps. I believe its an impatient rehab so that's good.

Girls I know you can pull yourself together on this diet thing. And know we're here for you...I'll try to stay away from all the candy too. Geez, so many holidays on their way.

Oh boy I gotta go work is crazy here...talk to you later.

Bye.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! :fr: :joker: :chef: :queen: :twirly: :yikes: I was trying to find all the smilies that could represent Halloween.

Right now I am dressed as a cat for the trickotreaters. Damn I'm cute. :lol: And so are they.

I want to congrats all you losers and maintainers, including myself, and want to give encourage to anyone who is feeling blue.

I just signed on to an OA email loop. Which is great because the Staten Island OA has become a cult now.

Dot - Its great that Andrew is in rehab. I'm assuming he's going to attend AA meetings. You can go also, and you should go to Al-Anon. It will help the both of you.

Everyone else ~ Stay well and keep up the good work.

Take care,
Raff

Hi girls just checking in quickly had a fun halloween hope u all did too. Once again thanks for all the advice about Andrew. His mom called today and it sounds like he is doing good in there. I've been avoiding to think of the relationship part, but told him he can call and stuff. I haven't decided if I wanna stick around for him or not...I know I have to make a decision on it, but need some time to tackle that choice down.

Okay girls take care and by the way any plans on how to get through Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays...all the yummy food.

Hi All! Lost another lb this week. At the rate I'm going I'll reach goal weight in 5 years.

Nichola and Lorraine - Sending you my love! Hope you get back on track.

Lightweigh - Give my congrats to your hubby!

Well running off!
Take care and stay well,
Raff

Hi girls I too lost 1 lb this week, I am a bit frustrated because I just got over TOM and Yet this past week it decided to revisit!! I have always had an irregular TOM because of my PCOS, but my gyn had put me on mircette bcp to help regulate it but I think they're too low in hormones, yet I don't think I can go on pills that are too high in estrogen because of the PCOS grrrrr I need to call her and ask her what to do. Anyway at least I still lost something, I was hoping on losing more though because I had been extra good this week and even lowered my plan by 1 pt.

Congrats Raff ;)

Lightweigh- wow a fistful that's the size one's stomach is supposed to be like hehehehe I know mine must be bigger from all the food. I will keep that in mind when I eat next time.

hehehe yea bet your dog is lovin you guys. So tell me how long have you guys been on this diet and how much weigh have you lost so far? Sorry don't recall if you've already mentioned this before.

Hi Girls,

Hope you all had a great weekend!:)

Congrats to Dot & Raff on your losses ... Raff, don't forget ... 'little baby steps'!!!!!!:D You can't (and shouldn't) expect big losses every week. A loss is a loss, so give yourself a pat on the back and keep doing whatever it is your doing, because your doing it RIGHT!!:)

As you all know, I've had major problems trying to get back on track since my parents went home. I weighed myself again this morning and have gained another 1.5lbs since last week!:o I think (or should I say 'hope'?) that I have finallly got my head together and I'm starting over again this week. I'm not going to make myself any promises or unrealistic targets because this puts me under too much pressure (which I can't handle!) ... I'm just going to take it one day at a time and see how it goes.

Nichola

I'm in the 240s! I'm SO excited! Guys, I've been trying to see the 240s since "Desperately Need A Diet Buddy #1" - way back when. YAY! :cb:

Now to play catch up - as best I can :o :

Lightweight, what you're doing seems somewhat like Weigh Down (only possibly more Catholic-spicific). Am I close?

Nichola, one day at a time is an excellent idea. I know sometimes when I'm trying to think too far ahead, it all just seems either too vague or too much! Best of luck to you!

Dot, congrats on your 1 lb! WONDERFUL! In making your decision on how to deal with Andrew, don't forget that YOUR well being counts just as much as his. If it's bad for you to be his support system, it's ok to honor that for yourself. Good luck and I will be thinking about you.

Raff, congrats to you too - better to be at goal in five years than gain over the next five (which is what I would do if I gave up! I was averaging about 10 pounds a year for about ten years - can you imagine!). You're doing SO well and we'll all get there sooner or later. And please give details about this Staten Island OA and it's cult status. I'm getting all sorts of visuals on that one.

Lorraine, I'm sure you're back on track by now, hope whatever it is that derailed you has passed.

Mari and Volley - hi! Hope things are going well with you guys!

Well, I'm off! I still can't believe I'm actually in a whole new weight "decade" - I'm so excited!

Brandy

Nicola- one day at a time seems to be a good route girl. Like brandy said it is better than gaining. I was a bit frustrated this week because I slowed down from my usual 2.5lbs to only 1, but in the end you know what, it is better than seeing a gain on the scale.

Lightweigh-keep up the good work...ur doing good.

Brandy-whoooohoooo girl good for you. You must feel awsome...I can't wait to be in the 150's I mean I am sooo close yet I just can't wait:lol: . I am also really hoping I accomplish my mini goals all the way through New Years. Oh boy, this is exciting and having you girls to talk with (write to) makes things a lot easier and pleasant.

Come on everyone WE can do this...lets kick some bootie!!:cb: :high: :grouphug:

Oh and by the way Andrew's mom asked if I could go visit him this coming Saturday, but I am really considering not going, maybe just sending a letter with her, I don't think I am ready to see him yet.

WAY TO GO Brandy!!! All of you ladies are wonderful!

I don't want to talk about this past weekend... just want to focus on the future. You see, I am a recovering Bulemic and the hardest part is forgiving yourself and moving on after making mistakes.

On to the really good holidays, eh? Although, I love this upcoming season, family is going to drive me to drink. I have got 5 siblings with families of their own and my hubby has 5 siblings as well with families of their own. Both sides refuse to draw names and I just don't have the dough or energy to purchase gifts for every person. My oldest sister (sort of takes on the role of the "Godfather" of the family) insists that we buy gifts around $10 that are meaningful --- YEAH RIGHT! Not only do the bucks add up, but HELLO, "meaningful?" But let me tell you ladies, she scares the bejevers out of me!

Hi ho, hi ho, it's back to work I go, sniffling and coughing the whole way... really getting tired of this cold/flu stuff.

Best of luck and wishes to all you losers :)

Hello Ladies!

It was just one of those weekends that passed waaaayyy too quickly and yet, I didn't do a single thing. I spent two full days in my jammies.....ahhh, wish every day could be like that!

Dot - Congrats on your loss! You are doing great! Hang in there! In terms of Andrew, if you feel apprehensive about visiting, send a nice card with his mom......it's always better to go with your gut on these things.

Brandy - :cp: :cb: :cp: :cb: :cp: Great job, girl! What a milestone for you! A big congrats from me!

Raff - Congrats on your loss! You're well on your way, girl!!! :strong:

Lightweigh - Good job sticking to your plan! And congratulations to your hubby! I'm very proud you stopped at 2 slices, b/c it's more than I could do! Pizza is my weakness!:jeno: :jeno: :jeno:

Nichola - Brand new week for you! Good job focusing on the current, no sense to harp on the past that can't be changed. Sending you good vibes for this week! :goodvibes

Volley - I hear you on the gift thing....but be creative, I'm sure you can find something fun for everyone! As far as staying away from the holiday food, I think this might be a good time to implement the "fist" measurement that Lightweigh uses. Enjoy the holiday food, but in small amounts......don't deprive yourself either. No one wants to feel left out!

Did I miss anyone????? Went a little crazy with the smilies, I know, sorry about that. Once Halloween passes, I start to feel very holiday-y, and it just gets me giddy!

Have a great week, keep it up gals!

-Mari

P.S. I don't think I say this often enough, but I really appreciate all you gals on this thread. Reading your posts helps me stay motivated and really brings a smile to my day!

Hey all!

Slowly but surely, I'm gaining back my composure. Might even join WW again this week, depending on our money situation...For now, I'm staying OP (for 2 whole days now! Yay me!) on my own and taking it one day at time.

Lightweigh, sounds like you're doing great on your plan. Glad you've found something that works with your lifestyle and something that you can do with your husband. A buddy always makes things go easier (THANKS TO ALL OF YOU BUDDIES GUYS!)

Volley: How about board games as gifts for the whole family? Not sure how old the families are, but board games are pretty reasonable, and everyone seems to like them. Just an idea.

Brandy...fantastic job on the barrier break. I love blasting through a number like that. So much motivation to keep going.

Dot...good idea with the letter. I always find writing a letter lets me say what I REALLY want to, without the worry of sociability. Good job on the loss too!


Mari...mmmm 2 days in pjs...that'd be great. I had a nice brunch with my sister yesterday, and she gave me two tickets to see the symphony and lovely scarf. Was supposed to have a nice supper with dh last night, but he got sick. Ah well...it's hard to be disappointed when your honey is double up in bed. He'll make it up to me. ;)

Raff...how goes the online OA? Sounds like you weren't enjoying your other meetings. I meant to ask you a while ago about the Staten Island Ferry crash...hope everything is ok for you...I hear you on the time issues and the one pound loss a week. I guess we didn't gain all this weight in a year, so it makes sense that it take a long time to come off. Just frustrating though isn't it? I think that's the part that makes perseverance the hardest. If I could go really hard for 2 weeks and lose say, 15 pounds I think I'd be able to stick with things a lot longer (even if my loss tapered off to one or two pounds after that...) But as I'm not willing to have my stomach stapled or take some wicked nasty drugs to do it, I think I'm destined to lose it the slow and healthy way. I just need to commit my lifetime to it, that's all... :D

And last but not least, Nichola...hope you've had a chance to regroup after your weekend. You had a really good run of losses a couple of months ago (pre-U.K. visitors)...what was your motivation then? Maybe looking back on some past posts will help you get back on track. We can do it!!!

Jo...I know you're out there...hope things are going great for you all! We miss you here...drop us a line.

Ali?? Where are you??? Hopefully you're enjoying your new life...I can't even imagine how fantastic that must feel. Come and tell us how you're doing hmmm???

Daniell? Kap? Did I miss anyone else???

Well...off to bake my birthday cake with my munchkin...30 years sure went fast...here's to 100 more!

Lorraine

Lorraine-glad to hear your getting back on that horse girl. Good for you. And yes, I actually wrote the letter, in which I said nothing about us. I just wrote about how happy everyone is that he is doing this, wished him the best of luck, and told him I would write again, I also gave him a summary of events I thought he might like to know. I just want to make sure its a friendly letter and not a love letter type u know.:)

Mari- wow I envy u girl...2 days in your pj's...lol just teasing about the envy part that is. This weekend was hectic for me. Yesterday I went to sleep at 3:30am..today i guess lol and got up at 7am. I was helping my sis with a poster...last minute thing so of course being the graphic designer in the family I offered my help...I almost regreted it but she has gone out of her way for me several times too. As she left the house though she told me "hey thanks I owe u one...anything you need just ask" soooo that is always goood with me:s: :s: :s: :lol:

Volley- I know what you mean I have a huge family, mostly kids. Fortunately last year we adopted the secret santa tradition and now I only have to worry about the kids and only one adult:D.

okay girls take care gotta run ...bye

oh but before I forget Brandy update your stats girl I wanna see them 140 there ....sooo proud of you girl...your awsome!!

I agree with Lightweigh about the gifts...Christmas is about being together and family and love, but not really about gifts.

ok gotta go now take care.

Hello Ladies! I sprained or strained some ligaments in my calve last night. Made this diagnosis myself because I don't have health insurance. ;) Well my Dad did 4 years at Medical University in Rome so that qualifies me, eh? God knows he thought it qualified him.

So now I'm hobbling and I'm going to Philly tomorrow. I hope I can make it. My sis and I were supposed to go sightseeing. Wait till she hears about this...you all will hear the screams from where you are.

Volley - I agree with you. With a family that big you should draw names. Its insane. Every year I go to my friend's X-mas party. The whole family gets together to celebrate X-mas on a certain day and exchange gifts. Want to talk about caos (sp?). There are six of them, each with about 3 kids, plus friends. So finally they decided on drawing names. Makes sense. Oh and no offense, tell your sister to find a small country to run and leave you alone. :lol: I'm saying this because my sister is the same way.

Nichola - "I'm not going to make myself any promises or unrealistic targets because this puts me under too much pressure." - That is such a realistic and positive way to look at weight loss. I think we should all follow your lead.

Lightweigh - Your approach sounds like OA. Finding faith in your Higher Power to free the compulsion. Like they say, it works if you work it. I'm glad to see that its working for you.

Mari - You can never have too many smilies! Hope you're doing well.

Lorraine - Yeah. I haven't been crazy about my meetings. H.O.W. has taken over and anyhow I live on an island and you know what they say about "island mentality" its so true. We are a world within another. I like to online meetings. Still go to a few face-to-face meetings.

Dot - You're decision to send a letter is an excellent idea. If he's going to AA they are going to suggest he refrain from relationships for about a year until he gets his abstinence together. Sounds like a good suggestion.

Well running off.
Take care and stay well
Raff

Raff -- I hear ya.... I just wish I had the backbone to do so. I tend to let family walk all over me, so as not to have anyone mad at me.

Lorraine -- We did gameboards 2 christmas ago. Thanks for the idea! Even that one came out pretty costly in the end.

It's going to come down to novelty salt and pepper shakers, that's all there is to it ;)

Lightweigh -- I know what Christmas is supposed to be about, it's making the other 27 people see it, that's difficult. Also, while I have your attention... with your diet, how many fist-sized meals are you allowed? Calorie counting doesn't seem to be working for me! How do you like Dr. Phil's book so far?

I made myself visit the gym last night after class and I feel better about myself for doing so. 35 minutes jogging/fast walking and then 1/2 hour of various weight training. I was able to catch some of that Joe Millionare show (I know, I know, it's a horrible addiction I have, when I see those kind of shows I can't make myself change the channel), but I didn't see if he asked Linda to come back.... anyone follow this show? I'm just curious.

Work is calling to me.... must go!

Have a good one lovelies!

volley11

Nevermind. Taken care of.

Brandy

opps Brandy sorry I meant to write 240's sorry.

Thanks Raff...sorry bout your pull. I had that once and couldn't set the heel on my foot down for at least 3 days:( , it took more for it to get fully better.

By the way think I might go to an alanon meeting today. I'll check in later and tell you girls about it..if that's ok;)

Brandy, well done for getting down into the 240's ... you must be so proud of yourself ... before you know it, you'll be in the 230's (probably before I even get going!:( )

Raff, hope your injury heals quickly.

Volley, I sympathise over the Christmas pressies. I'm in a predicament over what to do this year. My husband has such a huge family ... brothers, sisters and lots and lots of nieces and nephews (whereas I'm an only child so only have a few pressies to buy for my family). When we were at home in the UK we always bought gifts for everyone, but last year it ended up costing nearly as much to send them back to the UK as it did to buy them!! It seems like such a waste of money. I thought of telling everyone we weren't going to do it this year, but then that will mean my kids won't get any pressies sent over from the UK ... yes, I know Christmas isn't about getting pressies, but try explaining that to my kids!! Plus the fact that I can't really say to my hubby that we're are not going to buy his family gifts but I still want to buy mine as there are only a few of them ... am I selfish? What to do???? I wish we could go back to the good old days when Christmas was celebrated for what it really is and not just that time of year when the shops make a fortune and we all spend more money than we can afford!!:mad: Don't ya just love Christmas?!:yes: :gift: :hat: :cheers: :hun: :chockiss: :chicken: (not quite a turkey, I know:lol: ):angel:

Looking forward to Friday night ... We're going to see the Rolling Stones ... Must confess that I've never particularly liked them or their music, but our neighbours had two spare tickets and as I knew that hubby wanted to see them we decided to go. It's been so long since I went to a concert that I'm quite excited about it ... I'm sure they'll put on a good show.

Well, it's time to walk the dog so I'd better dash before she drives me crazy!

Nichola

Ok, there is no way I can catch up. How do you guys type so much??? I was just here a few days ago! Now I'm totally lost! ACK!

So congrats losers, good luck re-starters, and yes shopping and shipping sucks.

Brandy ;)

Well, Nichola, I spent some time putting a Secret Santa Gift Exchange thing together for my siblings (6 including me) and after speaking to each, they would rather not get gifts at all. We've decided to give to a local charity instead. Although, it makes me sad that I can't buy one nice gift for a sibling (I really do love giving presents - just can't afford to), I guess it resolves the issue.

Lightweigh - thanks for the diet info! I will sure try it... even though it sounds tough for me - I LOVE to eat! Do you exercise as well? I worry about having the energy (enough fuel) for an hour's worth of gym torture. When I tried Adkins, I lost weight, but couldn't keep up playing tennis this last summer, which is a bummer for me because I love to play sports.

Brandy -- I simply pretend I am talking on the phone with friends and let the words spill out. Sorry that we lost you :)

Keep up the good work Ladies, we can make it through the holidays, I just know we can!

Hi girls

Well I did go to the alanon meeting and it seemed to help a little. I was able to identify with some of the girls there. I believe I am starting a journey of inner soul searching and lots of thinking. Really want to focus on not only being healthy on the outside, but also on the inside.

okay hope all is weel with you all and volley- glad u found a solution to the gift problem;)

Oh my, it's been a while! :wave:

I too need to catch up. Nothing new in this front, same old same old. It seems like people are getting less motivated for exercise now that the weather is cold. My Boyfriend and I go to the gym in our condo complex about 4-5 times per week. It used to be packed all the time, so we'd go as soon as we'd get home from work.......now it's empty empty empty!

So in case any of you are losing motivation because of the cold weather, just remember to keep it going! Nothing will warm you up like a good sweat!:D :D :D

Lightweigh - I'm glad you've found a plan that works for you! Keep it up!

Dot - I'm happy you gave alanon a try. Most of the time it's very helpful in understanding the situation to find people in the same boat as you. Just remember to keep following what's best for you.

Volley - Giving to a local charity is an awesome idea! It truly embodies what the Christmas spirit of giving is all about.

Raff - Get better soon! Take it easy!

Nichola - Have you ever tried to find dept stores online that allow for pickup? I will try to find out for you which ones they are, but I don't know if they are also found in the UK. Basically, you pay online and you can denote a store in which you (or someone else) can pick up the item. There's no charge, so it might be a good way to avoid shipping costs. Look into that, it just might work.

Brandy - hi! How are ya doing???

Alright ladies, may not post again this week b/c a friend is coming to stay with me this weekend. I love houseguests!

-Mari

Hi Girls!

TGIF ... It's been one of those weeks!:dizzy:

Mari, thanks for the tip ... I'll definitely look into that as there are quite a few UK stores now online ... It would certainly make things a lot easier ... Why didn't I think of that before??:rolleyes:

Lightweigh, I can't begin to imagine what a 500lb person would look like ... It makes all of our weight problems seem so small in comparison and makes me wonder why on earth I can't do it if someone like that can ....???

Well, I'm off to boogie on down with the Rolling Stones tonight:cb: :dance: :dancer: ... Hope you all have a great weekend:)

Nichola

Have fun Nichola! I just love going to concerts--I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time :)

Great news ladies! I've lost 5 lbs since my last "weigh in!" It happened so quickly that I worry I am simply on the down swing of a rollercoaster. Hope they are gone for good. I am so close to my first goal I can almost taste it (excuse the pun, tee hee). What a difference exercise and appetite control makes... hopefully I can keep it up through Thanksgiving! Grandma is in town and I just ADORE her cooking. Maybe I should choose to visit the in-laws this year, I don't care for HER cooking and I could sure use any vice for a diversion from grandma's mashed tators and orange rolls...yummmm!

Awesome Job Lightweigh! I am so happy for you and your husband!

Warm wishes to all in this cold season!

Hi girls...TGIF!!!

Congrats lightweigh and volley on your losses.

Everyone else..how r you all doing??

I am happy and doing good...my head's cleared up a lot and that is good. I weigh in on Sundays and let you all know how that goes.

Brandy how the program goin?

okay that's all gotta go...bye

Dot, have gained four pounds for no good reason so - it goes not so well this week. I don't know, maybe it's pre-TOM (which is possible, but still frustrating). I've done nothing different this week so - I'm not like depressed over it, but I am disappointed and frustrated. I'm just hoping I'll wake up and it'll be gone just as suddenly as it came.

I am having a hard time keeping up with you guys. I love reading all the chatter !!! but it's tough to respond. Please don't hate me!

Brandy

Hi girls really busy lately, but just popped in to say hope everyone is doing good.


Brandy- don't worry girl just keep at it one day at a time. You'll be ok. I think I am slowing down too especially with my TOM being all crazy with the new pills grrrr.

Bad day today. Weighed in and gained 1.5lbs. I could blame it entirely on PMS but I did spend two days in Philly last week and ate like I was going to the chair. :lol: By the way, Eddie was great!

Volley - Congrats on the loss! And I'm glad you got the gift xchange issue resolved. Its better that way. Will you all be giving to the nieces and nephews?

Lighweigh - Congrats to you also, and hubby too. You said, "When you start to shrink your stomach you will be SURPRISED at how much less food you need to stay satisfied." I agree with 100%. The problem is now my stomach has "opened" because of a recent PMS, and I'm having such a hard time to get back down to the smaller portions.

Dot - Glad the meeting went well. Remember this is for you, not him.

Mari - Glad to hear from you. Enjoy the visit with your friend.

Brandy - I feel your pain. I gained. We'll do better next week.

Nichola - Have you thought of gift certificates for the kids and gifts for the adults. It would save on shipping because paper doesn't weigh a lot.

Well running off. Its Sunday and my kitchen table is covered with bills and crap. Got to clear it off.

I'm still up - but only by like 2 pounds now instead of 4. I've been pretty careful all week and honestly I can't think of any reason I should be up so hey, what can ya do?

I've moved my weigh in day to Sundays for five billion reasons, mostly it's just easier.

Congrats losers, to us gainers - everyone has a weird week eventually. Guess it was our week. THIS week will be better!

I'll be out of pocket for the next few weeks - lots going on, family visiting. Will catch up closer to T-giving.

Brandy

Hi Girls,

Hope you all had a great weekend:)

The Rolling Stones concert was great! As I said before, I've never particularly liked them much, but I must confess that they put on a darn good show. Where do 60 year olds get so much energy!? ... I felt exhausted just watching them!

Well done to all the losers ... there's been some great losses ... keep up the good work girls! :)

Commiserations to those who didn't have such a good week (me included!):( I keep trying ... honest, I do:o I spoke to my mom last night ... she's lost 8.5lbs since being back in the UK ... now if she can do it I should be able to!! There's always been a bit of friendly competition between the two of us when dieting ... I think that's what I need ... I'll give it another go this week:rolleyes:

Nichola

Hello All! Watched Finding Nemo this weekend and cried, I laughed so hard! :) Good stuff!

Raff - I am debating on buying for the nieces and nephews... WAIT, I wasn't finished. No, I am not a cold-hearted aunt. I LOVE the little ones! I am sick of buying duplicate presents and seeing them through toy after book after puzzle after science kit onto the same looming corner pile each holiday. In other words, both sides of the family spoil all of the nieces and nephews and then how are they learning about the spirit of christmas? Hmmmm.... Suggestions?

Diet, well... I did really well all last week up until Saturday night. Sunday hits and I bake cookies for the little kids at church and end up eating most of them....SUPER BIG OOPS! I am addicted to scales and have decided to weigh in only on Mondays, but after Sunday, this morning I actually bypassed that bathroom. I might cry if I see the additional pounds I packed on.

My only consolation is the fact that I went to the gym 4 times last week and I may feel a bit bloated from the chocolate chip cookie freak session, but my butt still feels sore from the jogging and leg presses.

Let's try and keep our chins up this blustery Monday morning ladies! ;)