Good Morning to all

Gen, how great was that!!!!!! I thought I was lucky, I decided to work at home today so I did not set my alarm and my son is still away therefore I sleept till 8:25 this morning. That sounds wonderful. I love body work. There is nothing like it. too bad the food wasn't good, still have the great expereince.
yes I do have a dog. His name is Ernie, he is half black lab, half rottie. He is great with kids. He is a good dog. He was an awful puppy. He barked all night, messed in his crate, ate everthing in sight when out of his crate. This went on for 2 1/2 years. He was a scared puppy, he was placed in 6 home by the time he was 6 months old- when we took him. My mother conviced me to take him. What was I thinking???? It really paid off, he is great now. He was forced to step up to the plate, when my other dog Mitch passed away, he was the alpha dog. I miss him terribly Now Ernie is the alpha dog- the only one actually.

Summer, I too would love to hear what the nutritionist has said. Keep us informed.

Sarah, on the speeding tickets. I can't believe how stict they are down south (of me). We do not have to go to court unless request it up here is Mass. It is amazing how different things are in different states. Good Luck

Candra, hope is well, Love to hear how things are going, good or no so good.

Well things here are great, my eating is on traget, my exercise is a littel different, instead of doing the tapes, bustin my hump around the house doing big projects while my son is away. Still ok because I am moving and sweating. hopefully I will do a tape today.

Enjoy this day, it the only one we have for today

Hey

Whats up? Guess what all I lost 2 pounds^_^. And I am moving ^_^Yeah!
I would just like to say congrats to everyone on there weight losss I have 4 doggies 2 Jack Russels, 1 White German Shepherd, and 1 shepherd mix. Also I have 3 hampsters and 1 cockatiel and 2 doves.I love animals. I did exercise today. I dont think I missed one day of exercise maybe one. I cant remeber. I am feeling so good. Doing exercise makes you feeel sooooo grest and energized. I asked my sister if she wanted to do exercise with me but she said no. But hopefully she decides to start. Well of of you have a great day. God Bless

Good Morning

My Baby is coming home today. I can't wait. Just in time for football to start, so I can sit there in the rain and watch for 2 hours. That really sounds sarcastic, but I really do not mean it that way. I love watching him play sports. With the up and coming practices Monday thru Friday 5:30-7:30 pm, I am going to do my best to take advantage, walk (if there is a place to) for a few miles, and read. I love to read. I will make the best of it. At hockey I do not get to do that, There is no place to walk, the rinks are so crowded and the seats are to dirty to sit and read.... therefore I stand and freeze. I am sorry about babbling on about my son and sports

Anyway, mnm great job on the weight loss, good for you. Once upon a time I loved to exercise. I look forward to that feeling again, soon.

Yesterday, I exercised I am up to 31 minutes of the firm cardio. I stayed within my WW points. The kicker of it is I went to visit my cousin at her mother's cottage ( my cousin lives in Maine) and we had cake, which I thought was going to push me into using my flex points and it did not

Well I am off, back to work, so I can get out of here early and go Food shopping (from my planned menu for next week), before my baby comes home.

Good day to you.

Hello, my friends!

I'm very sorry for the lull on my end; first I was madly preparing for the arrival of Lorraine's sister and the sister's kids, and then they arrived, so I haven't been online much! The visit is going well! It's not without its challenges, but all in all, it's pretty ok, I'm happy (and more than a little relieved) to report. They're still here, so I've got to make this quick, but I'll give more info later.

I'm not sure if I mentioned that I'd lost a pound or not, but if I did, it's now two! I'm now down 54 pounds. I did 4 of my 5 days of cardio last week, and will be back later to give this week's plan.

Gen I was drooling when I read about your experience at the spa. Seriously, I'm talking about a little spittle.... I would have been like, "Feel free to do with me what you will: apply, massage, dribble, knead, rub, dip, dribble, pummel, dab, anoint, immerse, cover, submerge, cover, soak, spread, slather........just do it, and do it to ME!" If they wanted to stick marjoram in my ears and then have me say a prayer to it while soaking in a vat of honey, I'd have said, "Alrighty! Sounds great! Need that prayer whispered or sung?" I'm glad you and your mom had a great time, Gen -- it's wonderful that you have such a great relationship!

Lynne -- how's your son?? I think you're a real sweetheart, and am SO looking forward to hearing your next fitness/weight loss report!!

Candra, CONGRATULATIONS on the 2 pounds!!! Great news!!! You go, girl!!

Summer, WHERE THE HECK ARE YOU???? Throw us a bone, at least!

Gretchen, I thought you were going to report her MORE, not LESS, you goofball! How are you doing lately??? I miss you, bud.

Take care, lovelies -- I MISS YOU GUYS!!!

Sarah, I am so glad to hear all is well on the home front. It is wonderful to have guest. But in my case it is wonderful to see them go. My son is very good, thanks for asking. he had a blast, did a lot of things his mother would not have allowed. He ate nothing but junk, stayed up late every night, went knee boarding on the lake (going fast), and even drove his own go kart. I would have had a thousand heart attacks, but he had a blast. I guess it is time to loosen the apron strings.

Congrats, to all of you, whom lost weight.


Well, I am not doing so well. I am not off to a good start. I know my doctors told me I have a bad metabolism, but this is ridiculous. However, I am not trying as hard as a should. I cannot seem to get going, well actually stick to a plan. I was really this morning when I got on the scale and was up 2lb. I thought I was doing ok, not great, but ok. I did not follow everything to a tee, but definately better than my past behaviors. I logged onto the dietpower link on your thread Sarah, and I received 15 day trial CD. I got it yesterday, so I am hoping to install today and take a look. However, I still have lingering guest. I thought my sister inlaw was going to be good for me, but last night she showed up with ice creams for myself and my son. Oh yea I ate it.

Where has everyone been. I feel like we are drifting

I also, must go, therefore, I will log in again with a different plan for this week. I am going to do this, I must to this.

Have a great day and I will check in later.

Good Afternnon Ladies!

Sorry that I was MIA. I have been crazy busy - my parents anniversary, my in-laws anniversary, my younger brother left for college and a wedding. A very cool weekend but I am pooped and a little hungover.

This week eating was OP, and I banked calories for the weekend. Exercise was not on as point as I would of liked but exercised 4 out of 7 days for an 40 minutes to an hour.

Lynne I am sorry you feel and that wea re drifting. I apologize - I will try to be more dilligent and posting more often because you are right, we are supposed to be here for check ins ad check ups! Keep your chin up and take everything a day at a time. It gets better! and I am glad your son is home safe, sound and had a great time.

Sarah enjoy Lorraine's sister and kids. I hope you don't go too batty! Congrats on another 2 pounds! That is amazing! Thanks for the laugh re: drooling over Gen's spa visit. It hurts my head to laugh but that's my fault


Candra congrats on the 2 pounds That is quite a full house you have with all those pets! I am sure there is never a dull moment.

Gen! Love the spa! I am glad you had such a wonderful time. I love pressotherapy. I usually get that when my knees are injured because it helps to reduce the swelling if the boots are chilled. As for golfing - I call that bogie beers because they just seem to go together All in all how was your vacation?

Gretchen!

I have to go and may go to FL soon because alot of clients were effected by Charley. Say a little prayer, would you?

My plan for this week:
Sunday: Not a thing!
Monday: Walk Fenway and Aerobics with Weights
Tuesday: Massive Cleaning, Walk Fenway (weather permitting) and yoga
Wednesday: Walk Fenway, clean and Aerobics with weights
Thursday: Walk Fenway and Tennis
Friday: Walk Fenway, Clean, yoga
Saturday: Clean for a big party....

Quote:
Life is like playing a violin in public and learning the instrument as one goes on.
Samuel Butler

Summer

Well, thank you all for being patient with me yesterday, I must have sounded like a whine-bag. Things have been stressful. I have not had much time to myself, constant guests. For the past six years, I have been on overload and my family has been there to help me with caring for my son and support for me. Well I am done with school and I am only working 1 job and I am home alot more. Therefore, it is very hard to take all the company. I have been a b...h lately, I need my alone time. I have 3 more weeks of guest and summer will be over.

Well, my main focus has been on the food, but this week I am going to try to focus on the exercise:

I still have a food plan, but exercise will be my focus, my son has football practice Mon-Fri for 2 hours each night, so I am hoping to walk a mile or 2, while he has practice.

Exercise Plan:
8 miles of walking
Firm Tape, 3X for 30 minutes each time
Pilates 2X, 20 minutes each time

Hopefully I won't try to get it all done in 1 day only kidding.

Have a great day, enjoy you life. Stay positive

Hello, ladies!

Alright, so because I'm at 230, I'm all antsy and ready to get out of the 230's YESTERDAY -- so I'm TRULY on a mission this week!

I'm going to reduce my week's overall calories by a little, and I'm going to be just a cardio princess!

Here's this week's plan:

Monday: walked Louie for 30 minutes
Tuesday: Bike HIIT for 20 minutes first thing in AM; Bike intensely for 20 minutes after work
Wednesday: Bike HIIT for 20 minutes first thing in AM; Bike intensely for 20 minutes after work
Thursday: Bike HIIT for 20 minutes first thing in AM
Friday: Bike HIIT for 20 minutes first thing in AM
Saturday: Bike for 40 minutes, with 20 minutes at intense speed
Sunday: Walk on treadmill for 30 minutes

My intention is to lose at least 3 pounds this week, to reach 227. I know that over the longterm, it's a bad idea to reduce my calories from a weekly total of 9,800-10,500 while at the same time increasing my energy output. This is just a little bump though.

I'm not going to hit Onederland by Thanksgiving if I don't start knuckling down...so let the knuckling commence!

My agenda tonight was to tell you about my plans for me, me, me -- I will close by telling each of you, you, you that I think the world of you guys, and I'm so very grateful to have your presence and support in my life. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all that you give to me.

Hey

I havent posted in awhile. I went to a concert the other day. I had a lot of fun. But I stood so long. Man did all that standing hurt my back and feet. But I rested and im all good now. Guess wat all I went from 161 to 155^_^ 6 Pounds yea!!! Hopefully I can make it to my labor day challenge goal which is 150. I wonder if I can do it or not, I thik I can. Im moving. Man I have a lot of packing to do. Well I g2g.

Oh yea and my exercise plan is all week is

Jog, Jump Rope, Crunches, Weights, Pushups, Pullups.

everyone

Candra you're such a cutie pie! You made me smile with that.....

I'll post more later.....

My Nutritionist's Appointment is Monday...How do you print out your food from Diet Power?