What a warm welcome, I no losing 80 in 5 months is alot but if i set my self to shot i want acomplish anything i have to set it big to see the full picture.
I have mini goals that i have set to lose inches and weight. at least 10 pounds a month, if i'm not at 110 by june but close to it i will feel a heck of alot better than i do right now.
We have LOTS of snow we just got hit with 45 cm last weekend Happy new year to us. We stayed home because there was to much snow and the roads were to bad. we really can't afford to put me at a gym right now and having two kids does keep me busy and they really don't give me that much time for my self, until hubby gets home.
Then i make a beeline for the bedroom and suffer while i do my walking. I no it will get easier and this was my first day and not to give up and i wont i need to focus on my long term goal and that is to be 80 pounds lighter.
i will also be doing pilates or tae-bo i have both and have done both in the past.
Well got to run and snop around take care and thanks again for responding so fast.
Okay- so I tried to go to bed early tonight and get sleep because I still feel like a truck ran over me and I woke up and now can not get back to sleep. I thank my lucky stars that I have you guys because it helps just to have someone to talk to.
Welcome stuck!!
We are happy to have you on board and this is a great place to come for motivation. I wouldn't be able to do it without all the support from these great ladies. You picked a great place to join and like you -we are all stubborn to meet our goals and whip ourselves into shape. Jump right in- I try to remind everyone what our focus for the day is and I do try to pose a question as you have been previously told. Participate in as many things as you want but if there is a day or question you don't want to do just hop on and talk- we are good with that too.
I loved all your stories about animals- I am a huge animal lover. I have 2 stories I want to share with you..
When I was in 6th grade I got a cat and named her Ginger. My dad, who claims to hate cats, called her that "da-n calico cat" so after awhile we just called her Cali. That cat had a superhuman connection with me - I swear. She met me at the bus stop and walked me home, slept with me, went everywhere with me- she was really more like a dog than a cat in that sense. Anyway- I had her until 2 years ago- I got her when I was 12 and she passed away when I was 32 so she lived for 20 years. I just thought that was amazing! She lived with my mom since I went away to college but she lived a long fullfilled life.
The second is the dog I currently have- his name is Charlie and he comes from an organization called "Big Dog Rescue". I had no interest in getting a dog while I am in college but I was out shopping one day and they had cages set up outside a pet store. I stopped for a sec to look and the woman there opened Charlie's cage for me to see him better. He proceeded to crawl into my lap and go to sleep. He was skinny and missing fur- skittish and had a bad habit of chewing his fur off so he was NOT a cute dog. I didn't have the heart to not rescue him because he came from an owner that tied him up outside with 3 other dogs and didn't give him any food or water. His ankles didn't form properly because he didn't get enough nutrition. It broke my heart- so I took him and after 6 horrible months of adjustment he came around and quit being so nervous- he gained weight and his coat grew back and he is a gorgeous dog now. People from the program never recognize him when I take him to the "animal fairs" that they throw. He is actually overweight now because I just can't tell him "no" and I think he should live a life of luxury after what he went through. Anyway- just wanted to share.
This post will probably be long and I apologize but writing to you is keeping me sane tonight.
red balloon- I am picking up that book that you told little grasshopper about because I can not get totally off caffeine.
I love your cat names and I didn't know that "san" on the end of a word means affection. I am going to use that in English now- you should have never equipped me with that one. I am going to drive people crazy!
I am in awe of you taking in cats that have so many problems- people are so quick these days to not do anything that requires work or faith. It takes a strong woman to take on the responsibility and extend care to an animal that might not make it. It was touching to read.
stormy- good luck going back to school and you sound like you have a great plan! Get that healthy food and stay focused on your goal! I know going back to school is stressful but I also know you can do it. I hope you will be able to still talk while you are there. To answer you question- school starts tomorrow but I only have classes on Tuesday so I have a few days before I have to go to class. That should give me time to shake the flu and get focused and ready to go.
I am also impressed that you are a "cat guardian". I think cats are great pets but unfortunately my bf is really allergic to them! I almost didn't start dating him because of that-I was and am scared of never having a cat again.
little grasshopper- your dog story and mine are really similar. They can really manipulate when they want to, can't they? I think both our dogs saw a good thing and jumped for it! I know my dog gets treated better than my bf sometimes in my house. He is such a joy!
Someone asked me what kind of dog he is so: he is part Border Collie and part Cocker Spaniel. He looks like a barrel with legs, fluffy black fur, and big brown doe eyes.
kjk-You Go Girl!! I am so proud of you- keep up the great work!! Don't get too comfortable in the lead though I am mending fast and will be nipping at your heels.
Stuckat190- I am like you in the fact that I like to set my goals high and reach for them. If they are set too low for me there is less motivation to reach them.
Also- I think it is great you are joining the police force! I am a Criminology masters student and I am hopefully going to be working in some area of law enforcement. Unfortunately some doors are closed to me as well until I drop some weight. You can do it!! Work hard and take one step at a time and before you know it you will reach your goal. (Oh Lord- I am back in camp counselor mode again! ) Seriously though- you can!
Having two children must be both a challenge and a blessing. There are some workout videos that you can do that incorporate activities for your kids if you are interested- I can ask my friend who does them with hers. Not sure how much of a workout you will get but...every little bit counts.
I am jealous of your cold weather- I am in FLorida and it stays miserably hot down here! I think I am going to have a shock when I finally move and have actual seasons again. I also miss snow!
Okay I better go before this turns into a book! Wow- I guess I had a lot to say!
Good night!
Just when you thought it was safe to quit reading...
Hi again everyone!
Just wanted to remind everyone that today (Wed) is "what in the heck have I been eating" day! Fess up! How is it going this week? Are you staying on plan? What kind of challenges have you faced and beaten?
Also- does anyone have some tips for those of us that have to eat "on the run" sometimes? Ideas for lunches I can take with me to school ? AND if you are so inclined-give us some tips on how you choose what to buy at the grocery store..do you make a list beforehand? go and browse? shop at health stores? etc.
The question of the day is :
What are three things that you are into?
For example-
I love Winnie the Pooh so I have all kind of figurines, snowglobes, etc.
I am also big time into books and I have 13 bookcases in my house and still have books in the floor.
I am also a "Gilmore Girls" (TV program) junkie!
What about you guys? What are your things?
Okay- need to go to try to sleep although I am not the least bit sleepy. Thanks for reading and saving me from going crazy with insominia.
Just finished another 2 miles - and boy was it hard to get up this morning. I was really into the book I was reading last night, so I had to finish it, which meant I went to sleep well beyond when I should have....oh well, it was worth it!
Let's see -- what have I been eating? Well, I've been staying on plan, which is WW Flex Points. I am allowed 30 WW points per day, and have had 26 and 28 points so far this week (I began on Monday). I've been eating lots of celery and carrots and drinking tons of water. I pack my lunch at work, so I take lots of veggies, a sandwich (all low fat), and one of those 100 calorie packs (they have Chips Ahoy, Oreos, Cheese Nips, Wheat Thins) just to have that sense of normalcy. For snacks, I've been sticking with fruit, applesauce or sugar free FF pudding (gotta have my sweets). Breakfast is usually cereal with fruit. Dinner is generally a challenge, but I've made some good things this week - teriyaki chicken (not too much marinade) with a salad, etc.
As for eating on the run -- packing items like I listed above always works for me when taking a lunch somewhere. If you are stuck with fast food, try eating a side salad and something small. And FYI...Wendy's now offers options with their combos. You can still get the sandwich and drink, but you can choose from fries, baked potato, side or Caesar salad. So that's a nice option if eating out.
I have to make a list before grocery shopping. Part of that is my anal-retentiveness, and part of it is knowing that I will buy everything I shouldn't if I have no guidelines. I always have a list, and then add certain things as necessary.
As for my three things:
1. DOLPHINS! I collect dolphin things - figurines, decorative plates, jewelry, snowglobes, calendars, etc. My bedroom is out of control!!!
2. I love to read - I'm a huge fan of both James Patterson and Janet Evanovich. I've tried other murder mystery authors, but always go back to these two.
3. On TV, I love CSI! I look forward to Thursdays at 9....first of all, the men are hot! And it's just a darn good show! I also like ER and Law & Order SVU.
All right...babbled long enough. Gotta get ready for work. Have a great day everyone, and I'll be back to chat later!
Wow, I'm just getting ready to turn in. Have been reading the Net and hoping for posts. Finally just got grasshoppers's and see there have been many others I was NOT notified of! Bummer! Something funny with the notification thing. Oh well, too tired to read now.
Just, congrats grass on yet another morning of walking. Awesome stuff, you!
I just finished a chocolate milkshake! a protein shake that is!! and now I'm having some sparkling. . .water that is! And I walked to and from the gym, jogged 3K and did some leg work. i was still in pain from the other workout! Feeling better though overall.
Meeting with a publisher I do work for tomorrow. See what they have in store for the new year. Maybe I can drum up new work. Feeling strangely resolved about things at the paper.
My brother had given me a good saying, something from Star Wars I think.
"A solution will present itself." I like that. Feels like I'm being watched out for. Like with all you guys!
Heh, see you in 8! Good night!
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P.S. Crime girl, had to go back and read the posts quickly. Can't resist. They're like Christmas presents to me. Wish I'd been getting notifications. I was here the whole time. Anyhow, your animal stories were great and you are an angel for taking in that dog. What a wonderful story to go to sleep on now. It will make my dreams sweet (as will the George Clooney wallpaper I put on my computer screen about an hour ago! Ah, I want a GC in my life, real soon!) Oh, and yes, wanted to tell you, -san is the usual ending on names like Mr. or Ms or so but -chan, pronounced "chawn" as in "lawn" or "tawny" (and no New York accents!) doesn't mean affection. It is a term of endearment so if I say Susie-chan, it's like Susie honey or Susie sweetheart, pudding, muffin, honeybuns, you know, all those things I am constantly saying to animals. Well, you just go -channing people all you want. You'll be a great hit when you come to Japan. I always do it with the cute young foreign guys here and they may or may not like it but I do! Ha!
Last edited by redballoon; 01-05-2005 at 07:13 AM.
Morning girlies! Crime girl, I hope you got some more sleep!! Our dog stories do sound a lot a like...also in that Mac, being an aussie can look fat to people who don't realize how much hair they have and also how they are built...we always say he looked like a cartoon pig from behind when he runs. Little thin ankles on big legs and a big round body Maggie is long and lean. Very elegant but not graceful - she's still a pup.
Stuck - nice to hear men are the same in Canada as in US Mine can't figure out how his clothes get all over the place...I'm dead serious!! I remind myself of my mother sometimes...."go round up your clothes so i can wash them, I'm not your maid!!" I should just make him wash them too Anyway, welcome aboard. We're a chatty bunch but it's what keeps most of us going. I really do get a ton of support here. I tell BF that when he starts doing little dances for me, and writing cheers everytime I lose 1/2 a pound, I won't need to be on the site so much So I'll be here a while Men just don't get that part of weight loss, most of the time. We're glad you're here and good luck with your program. Stormy does most of her exercising from home too so she can give you lots of tips and video advice as well.
Red - I don't think your odd...does that make me odd too Is it getting any warmer there? Do you like the cold -before I go wishing warm weather on you We are suppose to have another week of this...It's not normal at all here to be in the 70's in January. That's Crime girl's weather!! Sounds like you are solidly in that gym. I'm glad to hear it!! Doesn't it feel great to know your body is getting stronger everday and closer to being able to do exactly what you want it to do. I miss that from my martial arts day. I have full control over ever limb on my body. I could move SO fast and stop exactly where I wanted to! I'm not even CLOSE to that now. I didn't realize what I had til I let it slip away. That's okay because I'm on the track back.
Stormy - glad you'll be able to keep in touch with us Man I thought 5 hours a night was bad - 12 hours a day!!!!! Holy cow!!!! That's dedication! Does it just fry your brain at first? Mine stayed in a constant state of friedness I had to do all kinds of mind tricks to cue my brain. Somehow I got it all in though - it helped that I loved what I was learning. Helped a lot. I have a question for you - when you started doing pilates, did you ever feel like you were poking yourself with your ribs? I have done that off and on - the poking thing - and I apparently did it a lot yesterday and I'm dieing today! My sides are so sore and it's a finger tip size soreness. I'm assuming I'm scrunching my torso down instead of staying long and lean. I have to be more careful about that in the future! Anyway, wanted your insights on it.
Kjk - sounds like Crime girl is coming after your points!! I bet this challenge is doing a great job at motivating you!! It's great that you're following your program so well. You make me proud And make me move my butt too!
I shop mostly at Whole Foods or an organic grocery store in town. We do shop for BF's food at regular stores. My diet is so limitted it's easy to figure out what to buy - he roams the isles pushing stuff into the cart.
I have realized that I'm kind of cat like in that if I have a bunch of something, I'll eat more of it, but if I only have a few I don't eat as much..so if I buy the large containers I put 2/3 away in the backs of the cabinets. Believe it or not, I'm just dumb enough for that to work on me I eat rice cookies much slower that way 1-2 a week instead of 1-2 a night.
I have been eating mostly well. I realized that I wasn't getting enough calories either - thanks Crime girl and stormy for that. I wasn't really hungry but I was nibbling all day long instead of eating any meals at all. That wasn't giving me a storage of energy for working out easily. I was having some issues when working out, but since I started eating more and doing the protien shakes before the gym I'm much better now. My one real gripe this week about my food is that I bought regular cashews instead of raw ones and I'm eating too many of them. I think they're in some sort of deal with the cig companies....they're addictive!!! I swear it! Anyway, I'm almost finished with the bag so when they're gone - no more salted nutts!!! Otherwise my eating has been good. I'm drinking enough water, usually. Need to start counting glasses. I'm better on days I have clients - I LOVE the water at my office.
3 things I'm into....
1. outdoors stuff - hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, landscape photography
2. My dogs - both will start training classes soon - Maggie fearful fido to build her self esteem and Mac in Agility training. It's in his blood - he's suppose to jump throuh hoops!
3. My yard. We have 1 1/2 acres of land that has basically been neglected for 10 years. I love working in it to prune back the trees so they can be more healthy..lots of fruit trees, and planting grass and evergreens..not so fond of leaf blowing though. Anyway, my yard is a place of peace and comfort to me. I can't believe I love a piece of land so much but I do.
You guys have a great day today! I'm off for my fitness test and then a massage See you soon!
Hi everyone!
I made it through the night- my fever broke and I got some sleep and have called in sick to work so I can try to get this thing out of my system.
red balloon- I wish you were notified last night- I would have loved the company but I have been having the same problems lately. It only notifies me some of the time so I find myself hopping on to check and find a bunch of posts. Oh well!
Good luck with the publisher- it is great that you have a meeting.
OK- so I need to use "chan" on the end of people's names then? Cool- I am going to incorporate that into my vocab and drive people nuts over here.
By the way- I am with you on the George Clooney thing- he is hot!
kjk- I had totally forgotten about the 100 calorie packs- a girl I use to work with use to get those. That is a great idea for when the craving hits and I have just got to have some oreos.
You and I read the exact same authors- I love Patterson and Evanovich! I have 3 signed Patterson books and 1 Evanovich. I just read her new book about the Nascar guy and London Bridges by Patterson. If you ever want another author between books let me know! I read a lot of others as well.
Keep up the great work! You are doing so well!
little grasshopper- I know what you mean about loving a piece of land- I was raised on 30 acres in the foothills of the mountains in SC. We had fruit trees and flowers and an acre and a half garden that put out more veggies then we could eat. I miss it! Working outside with your hands is really rewarding- at the end of it you can see the progress and overtime you create a thing of beauty.
Okay well I should go- I just got up and I need to eat breakfast and get ready to start my day. I also have to get geared up to walk because I am not losing those points today.
To answer the questions for the day: I have been eating 1200 calories or under and I have to make a list before I go to the grocery store. If I don't make a list- some little voice in my head talks me into going to the bakery and buying a lot of sweets and little else. I shop at a regular grocery store but go to a health store to get a few things.
More later-
Well guys - something weird happened to me - I cam on line and it said there were no new posts and I just posted...there were a ton of new posts! Red balloon - great that you are feeing resolved about the work issues! Does that give piece of mind, or just direction? I hope the publisher meeting turns out well.
Crime girl - glad your'e feeing better today! Did you get the walk in? Don't over do it! Drink lots of water today You know the drill...take good care of yourself, we need you
kjk - I wish so much that I could do the sugar free sweets - can I enjoy them through you? I can't touch them at all...of course when I DO cheat they want me eating the real thing so I can have homemade yummy stuff. I dream of those times Glad you're walking is still holding strong. You're smart to just do it! I am having trouble getting to the gym today but I don't want to start a pattern of not going. It's going to be a struggle to get there Friday so I can't let myself back out now....I minght need a rest day friday after all
Have the fit test done today. They didn't cardio - but I know I need it. BP is good. Flexibility is good but could improve. Weight was 2 1/2 pounds lower there than my scale this morning - I'll TAKE IT! And they did measurements and they did body fat percentage. I'm at 28.5 Got to work on building muscle to get rid of the fat!! And of course making sure I walk, ride, hop...whatever works
Well better get going. Didn't like seeing the high body fat number - BF was PICKING on me telling me it would be 23..So I thought that was really high...this is even higher than that! I guess healthy range is 16-23 though. I'll get there yet!
Good morning, everyone. I am finally up, need a boost. I shouldn't watch it but my horoscope on TV said it was going to be a bad day. I hate that, stupid thing, why do I watch it, why do I care? But when you see it, it makes you think and THAT'S the bad part. I will try to zap it from my mind. Turn it around. It's just that . . . here's some moaning again. Even with George looking at me over his coffee cup. . No, I have to smile at that. Who could not smile with a handsome man like that sharing morning coffee with her, as long as he was a NICE handsome man.
Yesterday I was thinking of actually getting the athletic lean body I want and it gave me a little motivation but oh so quickly it slips away. I have never had it or never looked like I had it. It must be the diet, what I'm eating or just I don't get my body fat low enough to see the muscle and now the muscle is even further away. Hmm. What to focus on to get us past the present, while still enjoying the present? Because if you don't enjoy the present you won't feel up enough to get past it in a good way. I suppose it's just discipline and a laissez faire attitude toward the work, in other words, just do it and DON'T think about it!
Heh, guys, over to you, after my bibbly babble. Wish me luck. You all are holding me together, keeping me from the usual slide into despair, i.e. sloth and overeating. Give me your hands. Pull me from this quicksand pool of habit, disappointment and my own lack of imagination!
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Crime girl -- Yes, you've got it right now with the -chan part. That can be your new trademark. Tell people you suddenly remembered it from your childhood, which you'd spent in Japan. It's all coming back!
Heh, hope you're feeling better. I really think you've got to eat more, I say, sounding, like the fat grandmother. . . No, but really, why are you getting sick all the time? Do you eat a lot of sugar?! If so, dump that in the garbage. It is the worst thing, especially when your system is already fragile. Glad you're going to read Caffeine Blues. It's very scientific but still readable. To me it was just the thing. I couldn't continue in the face of such logic. All the romance around coffee and such loses its allure. I still drink in the morning but even that I feel I can get away from more and more and will likely take it down to a single cup eventually. I made a drastic reduction in my caffeine intake which they advise against in the book but my personality is an all or nothing type and sometimes that works well for me. I used to smoke heavily and went from about three packs to zero and never went back. That was years ago and not the first time I'd tried to stop but in the end I was disgusted to be being controlled by the things and was able to just say, "Enough! Out of my life!" The moon is waning. This is the time to banish unwanted things from your life!
And thank you for your kind words about taking in animals. It made me feel like less of an idiot, which so many people say I am for helping injured animals. Of course, I don't listen to those types and certainly don't count them among my friends but still, you know, the feeling that I'm doing a ridiculous thing spending tons of money to help a little animal does someway worm its way into my psyche. To me it's never a question. I couldn't face myself if I would turn a blind eye to a creature in need, human or otherwise. But I am tempted to, even with that cat hit by the car I saw him, passed him up because I had just spent months caring for another cat I'd found with a mangled paw who was about to die. I passed him up and went back, again, saying, this is no place to die, out in the street, no doubt to be tossed in the garbage maybe still breathing. If he's going to die, he can die with me. Sorry to hear your boyfriend is allergic to cats. I don't think I would ever want to not have animals in my life. Your dog sounds so cute and happy. They aren't manipulating us. They're just totally open, total ego and that is so refreshing in its purity.
The three things I like.
Big horses
Little horses
Medium-size horses.
No, just kidding, obviously. Hmm. let's see. I guess, dressage, doing my own photo work on the computer (can't now because I don't have the equipment anymore, it all died with my old computer), playing with dogs (is that something you can call a thing you like to do?! Well, I love it.), writing up good stories, stories that people say moved them, (usually to tears they say), playing the piano, traveling to faraway places. Ok, enough!
little grasshopper -- Yes, you've got the guys down pat. They just don't seem to have learned the cheering part, do they? But then again, it's always the girls who were doing the cheering and I guess they never learned how. They sure love to hear it about themselves though. I am constantly amazed to realize how much "rah, rah, good for you!" guys actually hunger for.
grass, I love the heat of summer and Tokyo gets incredibly muggy and hot in the summer. I revel in it while others are dying. I guess it comes from being born in August. I mean, playing in the snow was great fun when I was a kid but if I can't do that then I don't need the cold. The only fun thing about the cold is not being in it and that can be nice in itself but there again, you can't say I like it.
I don't know if I'm solidly in the gym, more like, flabbily, gaspingly, moaningly. . but no, I think I am back. Something clicked. It was like, this is part of me, this is where I belong, working out, strong and capable, not playing the fat victim, which is the role I was taking on recently. I would love to be like you were back in your peak. Are you aiming for that now, or a different type of body, different skills? Yes, that's exactly it, you "don't realize what you had til you let it slip away." How true.
About feeling resolved about work issues. I don't know. I guess it's more I've just given up, accepted that no one there is looking out for me and that the place is pretty much, with those kind of people running it, hopeless. It doesn't give me direction but it closes one off and that is important because I am a "never give up" type and I hold on even if I believe there is just a shred of hope. It works for me but also against me. I have never been good about losing faith (some would call it obsessed) and sometimes you just have to let things go it seems.
Stuck -- How are you doing? Posts are always getting lost so be careful. I try to always type my posts in a separate file and then paste it in. I looked up Manitoba by the way on the Net because I wasn't sure where it was. Never been to Canada except Niagara Falls. How far north are you? As for your exercising, are you going to work with videos. Sounds like that will be best for you? How about your eating plan? What do you think is the biggest factor that got you overweight to begin with? Are you an emotional eater? I want to hear lots from you. You have to get on here and talk!!
Welcome Stuck! Glad that you are here! You can lose that weight. Eat clean and exercise and it will come off in no time. Just be careful losing it too fast. If you lose 8-10 pounds a month you should get close to your goal. Welcome!!!
The ref's latest report (not including today) CG-5 KJK-6 Now that you are feeling a little better today CG-no excuses!!! Kudos to both of you!
I love everyone's animals stories. You are all awesome. CG, you need to break up with that guy (just kidding!!!!)
Foods: Since I do home health I always eat on the run. I love the 100 cal snack packs (I usually get wheat thins and cheese nips). I usually get a Tyson roasted chicken and take a little each day with me b/c I can eat that without warming it up. Sometimes I buy Lois Rich turkey breast and cut up a palm size piece for each day of the week to take with me. I sometimes bring low fat cheese sticks with me. Baby carrots, apples, Zone bars, EAS low carb shakes are other things I bring.
Things I'm into:
scuba diving
underwater photography
traveling
Okay I'll check in a little later. Gotta pack, study, exercise and go pick up my hubby from work
Red - I'm sorry you're down today. Do you think it's just lack of motivation, today, or is it something different? This is a lifestyle change and sometimes you can't ignore that there will be a shock or sadness about the loss of the old lifestyle. Something beyond feeling silly because you're sad you can't have chocolate icecream...there is some realization deep down that if you really want the body you want - to get it you have to make life changes. That gets me sometimes. I love food. I really love food. Had I not been a massage therapist I wanted to be a chef. I'm a southern girl too so if it can be fried, we fried it. I loved my granny's greens, only to find out late in life that we loved them because she put a cup of sugar in them! The dessert table was the biggest table at any event. I do miss those days. They are part of some of the best memories of my life. I do mourn that loss.
Now, on the flip side. You're not as far from your goal as you feel that you are. being consistent is the key. You have a good plan, you've already mostly given up caffeine. That's more than some people can do EVER. You walk more than most americans do, just to GET to the gym to work out! You're doing such a great job!! Don't feel like every day has to be perfect. You'll have down days. The key is not letting those turn into down weeks and months. I'm a bit down today too. Can't really figure out why but I am. I didn't go to yoga tonight but I had a really intense massage today so that might be a good thing anyway. I feel like I failed at something because I didn't work out today - then I remembered, I've worked out for the last week every single day. I will go tomorrow morning and not sweat it right ???????
You're doing really well. If you need time, take it, otherwise quit beating yourself up and realize how great you are!
I thought I would hop on and give you your daily dose of crime girl since I know you will miss it terribly if I don't.
I just got back from my walk and it made me feel so much better- I can breathe and I feel alive again! Thank God! I ate well today except I got 1100 calories in and I am just not hungry for more. I think being sick has something to do with it. I hope I can maintain eating well once I am all cured.
red balloon- you have a unique and insightful way of looking at life sometimes- it is refreshing and inspiring. I can almost hear you talking in your posts.
Don't put much stock in your horoscope. If you want a daily one I can make one up for you- you will do well today and follow your dreams. There you go! Your day will be dictated by what you make of it.
To answer your question- I don't eat alot of sugar- I just have a crappy immune system- partially from diabetes and partially from my weight I think. If someone gets the sniffles around me I get sick. Pair that with working in an office of people that hate to call in sick and often bring in their sick children and you have me sick all the time. Frankly I am sick of being sick.
Your practice of taking in hurt little ones is a lot like my brother's. He has a dog that has 3 legs and a deaf cat that he adopted. He has spent so much money on surgeries for the dog and treatments for the cat- my parents are all the time harrassing him. I think it is great! Defenseless animals need a defender.
Please realize that you are doing so well with your life changes. You are working out and eating right and like little grass said- you are not perfect so stop trying to make yourself that way. You are doing a great job and should be proud of yourself.
I hope your work situation improves and you can find a place that will appreciate you. I know working somewhere that has lost heart is rough. Hang in there! Good things are coming.
little grasshopper- glad your fit test went okay today. Don't sweat the evil pinchers- progress takes times and you are working on it. At least you have a good bench line to work from.
I am having the same problems with the system not showing their are new posts when they are here. It also is not always emailing me and letting me know.
How did you do today? Congrats on the weight loss!
Don't be down on yourself- you are also doing so well! You need to read your own advice to red and take it. stormy- ok ref- I have 3 points for today even though my walk was not as fast as I wanted I still made the same distance so that is Ok for today. Thanks for the tips for eating on the run- you gave me some good ideas.
Have fun on your first day back at school!
still- That happens to me too- losing a post. It is so frustrating when you type everything up and then lose it. Sorry.
Hop on though and let us know how it is going. How did you do today? Are you getting into the swing of things? You can do it!
Okay- well I think you crazy guys are posting as I am typing so I am going to go for now. I will get on at least once more before bed.
Remember that tomorrow is "What have I been doing to move my bootie day".
Let us know how exercise has been going.
How about if we talk about other ways to get some exercise rather than the traditional ways. For example- parking way back at stores and walking, taking the stairs. The little things we can do to help ourselves get moving..
Until later-
Last edited by Crime girl; 01-05-2005 at 07:19 PM.
krackin' kelly!
KJK!! Up again tomorrow morning, right?! 
Thank you
Good early morning everyone!
I am so proud of you- keep up the great work!! Don't get too comfortable in the lead though I am mending fast and will be nipping at your heels. 
You can do it!! Work hard and take one step at a time and before you know it you will reach your goal. (Oh Lord- I am back in camp counselor mode again! 
) Seriously though- you can! 
on yet another morning of walking. Awesome stuff, you! 
yawn, yawn. . . up and at 'em. . .
