First of all...
 

congratulations!!! On the birth of your baby!

I have been dieting for so long and tried sooo many different ways to do it. I am not doing just one thing to lose it all. Now it has become clear to me that all along I was looking for some easy miracle diet so I could get it to all come off in just a short while. It has all come down to this:
I did not get this way because of 6 months of bad eating. I have to reverse the way I look by reversing the way I have been eating. I am getting back to the basics of food (vegetables, salads, chicken, fruits and a light dessert) I am eating these things everyday now and feeling better about myself everyday. I tell myself that everyday I am going to look a little bit better.
And you have to look for that improvement everyday in the mirror. It could be that your face looks a little less puffy, your feet may hurt less, etc.

I have also learned this: The less restrictive your diet, the longer you'll be able to tolerate it. Some people don't like to use the word "diet" and instead refer to this as a lifestyle change.

Your excersise plan doesn't have to include hauling the kids around to a fitness center. It could be the everyday walk you take with your kids. It is frustrating when life goes on while you're struggling to lose this weight. Just let life go on, take your kids to the park and everyday before you go on your walk look in the mirror and find the place where you notice a change and tell yourself ... "I look better than I did yesterday"

Wow, you have such a great attitude! Can I borrow it? LOL I'm sure it'd make others around me happier!
We actually adopted the baby....she's my special gift! I was excited when we found out we'd be adopting because I thought to myself, "Hey, no weight gain with this one!" (I have a 6 yr old biological child) Boy, was I wrong! I've gained almost 10 lbs with this birth!!! But, I've found new determination today (thank you!) and tomorrow is a new day! Actually, I've not done badly today with eating, just haven't exercised much at all. Part of me wants to just go back to work because I know it'd make it easier to not overeat. But I don't want to do that with my new one...I didn't do it with my son either. He was 18 months old before I went back to work.
It's so hot to take the kids to the park. I worry about my daughter getting too hot. I bought my son one of those big blow up water slides at WalMart (cost $300...really cool!!). He asked me today to go slide with him. I should've. I <b>will</b> tomorrow! And I'll be back here tomorrow looking for more encouragement...don't worry, all, I won't become a leech. I'll eventually become more of an encouragment than a discouragement! I was soooo much more outgoing when I lost those 30 lbs. I can't wait to get back there!!
Thanks!

Oops...my bold didn't work. I wondered if it would. Sorry 'bout that.

Hi ladies!

Vi, Finally, your sister says something nice!!! Yeah! However, you can (and WILL) do this without her approval! And way to go on the weight loss!!! :cheer:

Debs, did you get your house all sparkley for your guest? And we're here for you if you need to let off some steam about a friend. Besides, I have no life beyond my family so I would LOVE to hear some gossip! :lol:

Welcome Teacher and LosingWeightinLA ( I changed your name - ha!) Congrats on the new baby! I know you say it's too hot for the park, but can't you go their really early in the day before it starts to heat up? And get out there and slide with your son, he's only 6 once. He doesn't care how you look, only that you took the time for him. You'll feel better that you did. Listen to Nickie, she has a lot of good things to say. :sunny: Hi Nickie :wave:

I did my 2 miles at the track today with a little twist. I jogged the firs 100 yards, walked the second, did 20 lunges then walked the 3rd 100, then halfway thru the 4th 100, I did 15 calf raises. It was tough and I was tired at the end, but the lunges and jogging are getting easier for me finally.

You all take care!
Kathy

yeaaaaa!
 

Hey Kathy!
I'm tired just listening to your work-out!!! :lol: Good for you! I'm curious about your screen name...? There has to be a joke in there somewhere!!!

I know what you mean about the heat, "LA". You may be in the south, but our Michigan temperatures are matching yours these days too! :o I'm glad you're taking some time off for your little one...she deserves it!
I'll send you some snow when it comes...which should be anyday now! HA!!
Oh, and I made a copy of my attitude so you don't have to borrow mine..you can have your very own!

I'm heading to Little Bavaria tomorrow for the weekend (Frankenmuth, Michigan) for a much deserved get away with my Mom. (we do this once every year) I can't wait! I'll see you guys in the AM!

Have a great night!
~hugs~

:coffee: Good morning everyone!

I did a naughty thing last night, and I'm pretty happy about it this morning! Get yer minds outta the gutter! :lol: I had a few beers *I worked hard for them* and I emailed my old boss telling him off because he was saying some crap about me. Then I emailed HIS boss telling him how crappy my old boss was. :devil: I didn't lie or make anything up so it's not too wrong, right? ;)
I re-read them this morning, and thankfully I didn't have any typo's. LOL I haven't heard from either of them yet.

My plan for today is to take it easy, maybe work on another project but I don't know what yet. I may head down to the bookstore and get some reading material, or I may lounge around today, my legs aren't that sore so I may do some light cardio....decisions, decisions, decisions.

Vi, Unfortunately I have no story behind my username, but it does fit my personality quite well. :dizzy:

You all have a great day, and be good!
Kathy

happy July
 

Good morning all and welcome all new buddies!!!!! :) I hope you will all find our group as helpful and inportant as I do everyone here is so kind and its a great feeling to know they are always here.

Well yesterday was a pretty good day it was slow at work, i went to the gym again like always had a good work out, I was not able to get messured but I will try tonight to do so... This morning I was down another pound, so that is a total of 16.50 total :) Hopefully by the end of this month i can be down a total of 30lbs but we will see....

I hope you all have a fun and exciting 4th im not doing much May have my nephew and sister over so ill pick up some fireworks tonight after the gym.


I have a hot new neighbor defently someone i want to get to know better ;) he spoke a bit lastnight he smiled and started talking to me first... Maybe when i loose more he may think im hot..lol (wishfull thinking)

Hi Everyone! Can I gate crash?
 

Hello everybody. My name's Alisha and I was wondering if I could gate crash your party here? :o Everyone is so helpful and supportive and seeing that I have about 150lbs to lose, I figured I would fit in!

Let's see.. a little bit about myself..

Well, I'm 34 years old, I'm 5'3" and I'm aiming for 110lbs. I just started the Medifast diet and I'm currently on day 3 with 4lbs down. I know it's only water weight but I'll take it! :) I'm a vintage girl and always have been. I love collecting hats from the 40's and my aim is to be able to wear the vintage clothes from the 20's - 40's once again. Long ago, in high school, when my waist was 24" I could - but now I slouch around in jeans and t-shirts, which I abhore. :p I frequent the Agent Provocateur lingerie site to keep me on target - having made a promise to myself to treat ME to a set of Fifi lingerie when I hit goal. :D It would be nice to own a pair of stockings once again!!! :smug:

I just moved back to Florida from England where I spent 7 miserable years. I did make a few really good friends but it's also the place where I gained all of my weight after a 90lb loss! :mad: I've pretty much been overweight all of my life. ****, I was even a fat baby, weighing in at 8lbs 6 oz! Due to swimming and my neighbor's trampoline, I was pretty healthy despite everything, but after college the weight kept steadily climbing and I was eventually diagnosed with a compulsive eating disorder.

I've tried just about every diet known to man and woman - and a few ad-libbed diets I've created for myself but to no avail. Instead, I've been on this magic YO YO ride for what seems like forever - losing the weight and then putting it back on and then some. BUT... this is IT. I've had enough now and come whatever natural catastrophe, I'm determined this is the last time and it will work and stay off.

You all sound like such beautiful people on the inside and out. It's my pleasure to offer any support and help I can. Please use and abuse at will. My PM box is always open.

Take care everyone and have a fantastic 4th. You all deserve a pat on the back!

All the very best of success!

~Alisha :hat:

Hi Alisha!
 

No crashing needed...the door is always open! ;)
You have the right attitude...I'm in the same boat! All of us are. I'm glad Medifast is working for you! Water weight counts! Without the excess water you'll look less "puffy"!
I used to live in St. Augustine, Florida. I loved it there. I grew up here in Michigan though. I always seem to end up back here after testing the waters somewhere else.

Well, Ladies...I am off for my adventure In Frankenmuth! I'll check back in with you on Monday! Have a beautiful weekend!!!

~hugs~

Happy Weekend!
 

Hi Gang! My computer broke! After 3 hours on the phone with Dell my dh said it was an adapter that isn't standard with our model? I dunno? Anyway I am on the DINOSAUR computer. This baby hasn't seen so much action in a long, long, long time. It is so SLOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW.

I got started on my day late-my friend was over she asked one question about my brother and I pulled out a box of pictures....2 hours later! At one point she said-man you were skinnny! YES!!!!!!

Ok.....gotta run......going to a surprise 40th party, then a 3 yr old bday tomorrow am......I"m not dressed.....so far behind.................son wanting to me help him saying-it takes 3 hours to do to the store and bake! AHHH!!!

I'll post more later.........


Deb

Thanks Nickie!
 

Thanks so much for the welcome! :) I'm actually a Michigan girl too. Born and raised in Kalamazoo of all places! Graduate of MSU (GO Spartans!) and have only been living in Florida for 6 months (post - England) and for 1 year (pre-England). I haven't made any friends yet as I won't let myself go out until I'm at least somewhere near goal. Sounds harsh, I know, but I don't want to make my debut in the Sunshine State looking like Free Willie! :cool: But, I work with a great bunch of people and I go to Curves so I stay semi-socially active.

Best of luck to you and everyone. Have a fab holiday!!!

~Alisha :hat:

Welcome Alisha
 

Welcome new buddy!!!!! Everyone is always so welcome here in our group, I was reading your post and I totaly hear you about getting into some cute panties.. my goal is to get into a jucy sweat suite. I welcome you with open arms and if you need anything please feel free to ask.

Vi








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H there! You chicks have certainly grown into a super support group.
Since you are up to nearly 100 posts, I will be moving your thread into Support Groups. Have you any suggestions for a name for your group? PM me and I'll rename when I move you.

Good Morning gals! :coffee: mmmm coffee....

Welcome to the group Alisha! :hat: You've come to the right place for support, and we could always use another buddy. You should go buy some sexy lingerie (go by the cheaper Walmart brand :lol: ) then hang it where you're going to see it everyday for motivation because it's something you really want. It might help you stay focused.

Vi, congrats on the weight loss! :woo: Were you able to get measured last night? Let us know how many inches are gone! And you should go buy that juicy sweat suit you want for motivation! Do something now for youself, you don't need to wait until the very end to reward your accomplishments.

Debs, I'm typing really slow so your computer can keep up with me :comp: :lol: You sound like you have a busy weekend, have a blast!

So I have exactly 3 months until I start my new job and I really need to buckle down and get to work. I do ok in the mornings and afternoons, but I have a hard time in the evenings. I used to have such strong will power, but I seem to have lost it in the last 5 years. I was putting up old some pics on our smugmug site and I got depressed. I looked really good, and I wasn't happy with my body. Now that I've gained 50lbs I wish I weighed what I did back then. I guess I should stop feeling sorry for myself and get my butt to the track!

Today I commit to exercising for 45 minutes and eating no bad food. How about the rest of you, are you with me on this today? :high:


Do any of you have an idea for a group name, because I'm at a loss.

Have a great day gals! :flow1:
Kathy

Good Morning Everyone
 

Hi everyone and good morning to you! (Well, it is here at the moment :) )

What a fantastic group! Vi, it was actually your first post in this thread that made me register because I could SO identify with you. (Congrats on the loss!!! Way to GO!!! :strong: ) I had a boyfriend for 4 years (when I was still in England - he was a Dutch guy) and sometimes people are just NOT who you think they are. After 3.5 years he decided to move in with me - only to spend ALL of his savings on bills so he could sit around for 16 hours a day and play computer games! What a joke! He didn't want a relationship, he wanted someone to cook for him so he didn't starve to death in front of the computer screen! Well too bad! He could move back home and his mommy could do that for him! Out he went and I came home and now, at least for awhile, it's all about ME! I figure I deserve it. As I said to my mother - I'm 34 years old and finally I am able to say that I don't want or need a man in my life right now to complicate things. I want to get this weight off and make my life into what I want it to be without having to worry about the effects on someone else. How liberating! :angel:

So, here we are ladies!! It's day 5 for me on my Medifast diet. I'm down 8 whole lbs and feeling great. I don't have any plans for the 4th but I think Deb is doing enough for the both of us! :lol: Have fun at your parties!!

Wow, our own little group! Thanks Ruth! :cp: The only name that kind of 'came' into my head (and don't laugh - I know it's cheesy) was the Can Can Club. It's the best I can do at 10:30am but I know we all CAN do it! (I did briefly think of the Can-Do Club but that reminded me of the kids' bathroom wipes!)

I'm with you, Kathy! I can't commit to the 45 mins of exercising because it's not recommended on my diet BUT I sure as heck will commit to NOT eating anything that isn't on my diet - so it's shakes for me! :) I haven't cheated yet and by gosh I'm not going to! :nono: It is definitely NOT in my best interest to do that!!! The first two days I spent somewhere in the seventh circle of **** as my body fought to rid itself of all the junk and toxins in my body and I sure as heck don't want to go through that again. What a motivtor! :D

I hope everyone is having and will have a great day! I'll check back to see how everyone is getting on.

All the best!

~Alisha :hat:

I've only posted here a time or two, so you all probably don't really know me yet as you seem to know each other. I will change that!! LOL :)
I'm only down a few pounds, but a lady came up to me this morning (she had no idea that I'd just started trying to lose weight recently) and said to me, "Girl, you've really dropped some weight! You look really great!" I'm quite sure I beamed...and of course I thanked her. Made me not want to eat anything today....but then lunch came and I was starving...and....well.....um......no, just kidding. I didn't totally blow it. I'm doing weight watchers. My point target is 26 (actually 28, but I'm saying 26. That just means I eat less calories, which I know won't hurt me one bit). So far today I think I've had approx. 13-15 points. It's hard to calculate exactly when you go out to eat, but I'm pretty sure that's a pretty close count. I had 1 1/2 C. mashed potatoes, 1 1/2 C. Cabbage, and a baked chicken breast for lunch. Would have been satisfied with just the cabbage...it was soooooo good!!!
The first few days are the hardest, but the longer you do it, the easier it is. After being on it the first time for about a month or two, I ate some pizza and it almost made me throw up...it was so nasty!!! My husband and I just looked at each other and said, "How'd we used to do this all the time???" It's habit, though. Your body gets used to eating junk and that's what it wants. If you train it to want other things...good for you stuff, then that's what it wants. I lost 30 lbs on WW about 1.5 years ago and had gained 10 back. I'm hoping to be back down to my 30 lbs this coming week.
Sorry to rattle on and on.....

A new Name!!!! WOW
 

HUGS AND WELCOME TO ALISHA and GainingWeight (I didn't see your name)

Alisah-where in SUNNY Florida do you live? I live in FL! Hey-don't stay in the house. Go out in the evening....find a nice park and walk! Trust me......I kept myself cooped (sp) up inside and regreted it! Go to the beach.......no really cares if we look like!!!! I don't know what the Medifast diet is? What is it?

Kathy-you don't start work for 3 months! WOW...you can come to my house and clean...I go back to work on the 25th? of July...boo who!!!!!!!!!!!!

Yo, VI! AWESOME on the 16+ lbs! Girl send those unwanted pounds..wait I mean send the loss to me..not to add to mine but to get off of me! On the neighbor........I laughed out loud and my dh asked why....the guy already thinks you're a doll-how could he not! Remember......YOU ARE FIRST right now! Hey if you read this before the 4th-----if your sis says anything nasty...just say thanks sis I'll keep that in mind......NO ONE is going to get you off this new lifestyle!!!! YOU ROCK!

Hi gang! I was actually thinking of a new name for us since we do have a lot of posts-which is great!!!!!!!!!!!

I like the Can Doers. I'm game for anything.

Our computer part didn't come in, so here I sit at this old computer. We'll need to get it fixed up a bit for our son to use....eventually! LOL

Food been so-so this weekend. We are NOT going to the beach on the 4th. We are going to go over to a friend's house from church. They have a pool--I won't be swimming....TTOM.

I'm going to be making a fruit pizza for the get together tomorrow. Never made one!

ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 

Ok...I ended my other post because I thought--open a word document this way I can toggle back and worth. Well guess what? This dinosaur doesn't have WORD on it. Don't ask!!!! My dh put xp on this computer and it really should not have it.........poor computer....Wait...poor me!

Oh and for some reason I can't read most of my PM's...urgggg

Ok....I'm gone a few days and I'm so far behind with posts....BUT we have new members!!!!!!!YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Connie-welcome! Teachers rock!


LOSING weight in LA-(gaining not no more!) Congrats on the new baby girl! You and your husband were chosen for HER! I know it's hard to get out there! My 6 yo is noticing my big belly-and it's not a baby it's FAT!

I was holding a 6 month old yesterday--it felt so good--but I realized there is no way I can handle it at this size! I must lose 50+ pounds--but I have way more to go!

AHHH.. I didn't realize the time.....urg....I better get going..we are going to a famiy night w/fireworks.

Happy 4th of July to all!

Debs

Okay I've been lurking around and decided to go ahead and post because I truly need some support and encouragement in losing these pounds.

Debs, like yourself I'm also a teacher and I know about Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT), I'm also ESOL certified (English for Speakers of Other Languages), I've taught pk-8, ESL (that's what we call it in Texas), Special Education or what they call ESE in Florida. Goodness...sounds like I'm posting my resume LOL :)
I'm in the process of relocating to Florida in a couple of weeks!!!

So did you say teachers get in to Sea World FREE!!!

Do I ever need help in shedding these pounds!

HAPPY 4th of JULY!!!!!
 

:)

Welcome Healthy! What part of Florida are you looking to relocate in? Yes, if you have a FL certificate and a job(I think you need a job..I can't remember if I had to show a pay stub) get into SeaWorld for free, also Kennedy Space Center.

It's going to be HOT today! Just hanging out at home-cleaning up a bit...packing???? and then going to the friend's house at 2. My dh's bday is Saturday...we are not doing anything fancy. I might surprise him with a party in November when he least expects it!

Still looking for a place to live. I'll be looking hard starting tomorrow. I know we'll find something.

I better go. I have the cookie recipe in the freezer and I have to roll it out for the fruit pizza. I have 1/3 less fat cream cheese--so that's probably the only low fat part of this Holiday! LOL

Enjoy!!!!!!!


debs

:) Happy 4th of July everone! :)

Welcome to the group healthy! We're here to help you lose those pounds!

I don't have a whole lot planned for the day, because my family is still all away. :( I'm going to go with my sister and brother-in-law to watch the fireworks, and that's about it. I'll get in my workout too, and I guess since I'm not going to a BBQ, I'll have an easier time eating right. My kids come home tomorrow, they've been away for about a month now visiting my parents in Colorado at a dude ranch where they spend the summer. I'm really excited to see them :D

Debs, my new job starts in 3 months, but I have to start 2 months of training the beginning of August, so I really don't have all 3 months off. I think I would go crazy! :lol: I think the Can Doers is a good name for the group, and since you did start the thread, I think you should name it.

I hope all of you have a fantastic day! :flow2:

Kathy

Thanks Debs & Kathy. Debs I understand about looking for some where to live because the real estate market in the Orlando area is wild. It's definitely a sellers market and the sellers are getting whatever price they ask. I'm already certified by the Florida Dept. of Education and I'm looking forward to my new position with the school district.

Kathy where can I get that tinker tape?

I signed up with fitday.com yesterday so I'm going to give it a try by monitoring my food portions. For the last couple of weeks I've been exercising and losing inches although the scale remains the same I know that will change soon. Hopefully, by logging daily my calorie consumption I find out where I'm going wrong and make the necessary adjustment.

I look forward to giving and receiving support :).

Have a great day!

Welcome to the group GainingWeightInLA and Healthy! I'm so glad to have you here! Don't worry, I'm new as can be and everyone is SO nice!

Gaining - How fantastic that someone noticed your hard work! Doesn't that make you feel so good? It sounds like you've got your head on and you're succeeding in a very good way! How fab. I'm very proud of you :bravo:

Debs - Hey there busy gal! I hope everything turned out okay for you today but it sounds like everything will be fantastic! :) Yeppers, I live in Florida - right near St Pete Beach. The place is lovely and it sure beats the English gray skies and rain all the time for sure! I must admit that I feel like I'm under constant attack from the Raisin People, but once I get this weight off I can take a trip to Ybor and join in the night life. :cb: I can't wait for that. I'm not a drinker but I'm sure as heck a 'go to the club' kind of girl :dizzy:

Kathy - I sure envy you. I want to teach more than just about anything but I will have to find someone to hire me without the cert so I can get the temp cert and then go forward to permanent cert. Oh what a tribulation! I want to teach high school English (that's what my degree was in) and I really think I could do a fine job given half a chance. Cross your fingers for me! :goodluck: I'm not doing anything today either (not even fireworks because I can see them from my balcony) so I understand. It's kind of frustrating to be locked indoors with nowhere to really go. Oh well, the less temptation the better I say!

Healthy - it's great to have you on board. It sounds like you have your plan and we're right behind you ALL the way! You go girl! Think Loreal... you're worth it! :encore:

As for lil ole me... well I hopped on the scale this morning and I was happy to see that I'm down 9.5lbs since Wednesday. I'm beside myself with encouragement and, if I squint really hard, I think I can see a pinpoint of light at the end of the tunnel for once.

Take care everyone and I wish you a safe and happy holiday!

*virtual hugs* :grouphug:

~Alisha :hat:

Hello Alisha, I like your name (same as my dd) :). Now how did you lose 9.5 lbs since Wednesday?

Gaining, those are truly wonderful words to hear. I look forward to hearing them on a regular basis real soon. We Can Do This! :)

Hi everyone!

Hourglass, I really appreciate the kind words, but I'm affraid they weren't directed at me! I unfortunately don't have the patience to teach, but Debs and Healthy do, and possibly one more of us. however, I do agree with you, teachers are wonderful, and I hope you get to be a teacher too! :D Congrats on the weight loss, things are looking up for you! :goodvibes

I had a wonderful suprise show up at my doorstep today.... my sons came home!!! :cp: I have 2 sons-11 &13. They were supposed to go to their dad's house but everyone was sick there so I get them by default. :cb:

Ok gals, I'm off to watch some fireworks. You all have a great night - no matter what you're doing!

Kathy

New to thread
 

Hello All:

I have been reading the thread and thought I would join in. I have 100+ to lose and I am just starting to get motivated.

I work in an office, but have had serious back pain and have had to work from home lying on my floor completely inactive for awhile. That was not good for my overall health. Now that I am mobile again and the doctor's are saying to walk everyday I have to learn to be healthy all over again. I was never really good at it in the first place!! Hopefully this time around I can do a more complete job of it!!

My goal is 100# in 50 weeks. I have lost 0 so far. Tomorrow is my first day of actually tracking my meals/snacks and exercise.

Have a great 4th!

Hello everyone,
Well, I have been lurking on this site for a while now but today I decided I wanted to join. I have a lot of weight to lose and it makes me so mad to know I could be at my goal weight by now. I started WW back in 2001 and lost over 60 pounds...I was well on my way to a healthy lifestyle. Then we moved to Michigan and the cold weather set in and the pounds started to creep back up. I am now at the highest I have EVER weighed. I gained back all 60 pounds plus an extra 20 :( I am tired of being fat!!! I have 2 kids and a wonderful husband. I am afraid if I don't do something I will miss out on all the fun I could be having with them. We just moved down to Florida in May so now I am even more motivated to get skinny. I refuse to be the beached whale at the beach.

Teddybear welcome like yourself I'm tired of being overweight. I'm not particular about counting calories, but I'm going to give fitday.com a try in hopes that I can see where I need to improve. Hopefully, I'll find what works for me.

Good morning everyone! A big welcome to Teddybear and Margiann!

Kathy - I got myself all muddled up. :dizzy: Sorry for the confusion!

Healthy - thanks for the compliment. I must, however, hand that credit over to my mother :) My weightloss? Well, I am doing Medifast. I started it on Wednesday and today I hit my 10# mark. I'm so excited! I have a long way to go but if I squint real hard I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. :cool:

I don't find the diet hard at all. I just drink 5 shakes a day and that's it. No hunger, no cooking, no preparation and no fussing. I couldn't ask for more. They have other meal replacements too (chili, oatmeal, bars, etc.) but I opted for just shakes this first month because I'm trying to break some very old and nasty habits with food. Moderation has never worked for me due to some emotional issues with food. The ole take out one cookie and the rest come out stapled together kind of thing. But this way, I have no choice. I either drink my shake (which are good!) or I go without (which isn't good). So.. I drink my shakes. :D

If you want to check out what it's all about, go to www.medifast1.com. I'm sure it isn't for everyone, but it's been around for over 20 years and has the stamp of approval from Johns Hopkins University Medical staff.

Anyway, how is everyone this day after the 4th? I'm feeling well rested and kind of annoyed that my break was so boring. I didn't even have to drive to see the fireworks! I stood out on the waterfront and saw three shows from there. It was cheap and nice, but it would have been nice to go out with people too. I just need to meet some. :)

Take care and I'll drop back by in a bit!

~Alisha

Hello Buddies
 

Good morning all!!!

Okay so I was a no show all weekend I want to wish you all a late happy 4th :) I hope you all had a safe and fun weekend.

WELCOME ALL NEW BUDDIES :D I hope you will find this site as helpfull as I do If it were not for everyone here I would have given up ages ago. I owe you all my life(no Lie) if there is anything I can do please just ask I am always here for all of you.

Okay OKay so I was EXTREAMILY NAughty this weekend :devil: I totaly fell of the wagon but I am taking in all your advise and not stress but to just kick it back up hard this week.... I feel bad however I think I needed it I just hope I did not do any extream damage I dident eat too much but I did and a few drinks and chips and dip and a hotdog.. thinking about it makes me angry now but STILL NOT GONNA STRESS...( :mad: okay so maybe alittle) ...lol As far as the gym I missed 2 day but went yesterday. I sorry if I let any of you down because of my weakness.

My sister was still a :censored: this weekend and bascally told me everything is gonna come down and Ill fall on my face and will always be fat!!!! :nono: i just walked away before i hit her in her damn head..

As far as my neighbor... OMG he is very hot :love: :dance: :dizzy: so I went to sears at the mall to get a croket(sp) set and HE WORKS IN THAT DEPT!!!!! boy was I suspried so My mother.. she asked him over for a BBQ Sunday night (he dident show :( ) But that night I light fireworks for my Nephew and he came out with a friend to watch.. LAST night he came over to chat real quick and I could barley speak :dizzy: I just want to grab him and kiss him..lol I know a bit physco but i get the feeling that he probably doesnt like me and thinks Im odd he doesnt talk to me very much or maybe he is just shy he doesnt have a problem talking to my mom he comes in and see her at work.... Just dont understand why he acts like i have some desise(sp) I dont know i was just so hopeing he would aske me out or something it drives me crazy :stress: :tantrum: :dunno: Maybe when the weight comes off more.

Well I better get to work you all have a great day

Hugs
VIana

New Day
 

I had forgotten how tough it was to try to be precise in what I eat. I feel good that so far I have succeeded in not eating off my plan, but I can't count the number of times I have gotten up to get something to eat only to remind myself that I should wait for my meal or snack. My plan is to eat every three hours so this really should not be that long of a wait!

I know this is my first day back at trying to control what I eat instead of eating whenever. Does it get easier?

Vianacox - I have a sister who sounds very similar to yours. I am impressed you were able to walk away. It shows remarkable restraint.

Have a great day!

Aww Vi don't stress! :eek: So you fell off the wagon a bit - who cares? You'll get right back on and I'm sure you didn't do any massive damage. Everyone is allowed a cheat now and again. :smug:

I'm sorry that the meeting between you and that guy didn't turn out the way you'd hoped but you know what? You're a lovely, beautiful person and if he can't see that, then he isn't worth your time. :no: After my little 4 year fiasco, I'm done on the man front for awhile. I don't mean that in a 'lets bash the men' kind of way - I just mean that I'm sick to death of catering to someone elses needs and/or wants. This diet is about me and that's all that matters to me right now. I have to do this and I just don't want someone getting in the way. I figure that when the time is right, I'll meet someone who can value me for me and I'll have enough spine by then to NOT settle for a change. Sure I miss having someone around to talk to and that, so I just play with my cats instead. They don't cause me nearly as much grief! :D

Just hang in there and concentrate on doing what you need to get to the size you want to be. And don't worry about your sister. I'd just stop talking to her about it altogether. I mean no offence, but you are your own judge and jury :judge: - not her and not anyone else. I think you're doing very well and she should be ashamed of herself for behaving in such a manner. I guess sometimes when someone is jealous, they try to break the person down to make themselves feel better. I'd just carry on with what you're doing and show her what you can do! You CAN do this and you're worth it. Before you know it you'll be on :cloud9: and then you can have the pleasure of strutting around her in your brand new, barely there bikini!

You CAN do it, and we're here to help. :grouphug:

~Alisha

Okay, I did rather well yesterday. I had to increase my potassium intake because of some medication that I was taking that affects electrolytes and potassium level. So I ate a banana, yogurts, and orange juice. I logged my food intake on fitday.com and total calories was 1900. I'm not sure if that is good or not. Maybe I should be trying to remain around 1200 calories a day inorder to lose these pounds. Does anyone have any idea?

Good morning everyone! :coffee:

Wow! We just keep growing and growing! Welcome Margiann and teddybear :wave: We're here for whatever support you may need. And Margiann, it DOES get easier, it just takes time... lots of time. Don't give up even when it seems too tough. Get a hold of one of us, that's what we're here for. :grouphug:

Vi- You're so funny with your neighbor! :lol: Just relax around him and don't worry about what he feels. Enjoy looking at him and talking to him without the pressure of "what's he thinking now". You never know what will happen, and maybe he is just a shy kinda guy. :yes: Good job on walking away from your mean sister, you deserve to be treated better than that. And way to go for not getting to stressed about the eating this weekend. That's all in the past, just keep your head up and do good today. You CAN do it! :goodvibes

Hey Alisha! :bravo: on the pounds dropping! You have WAY more will power than I do, I need some solid food to eat. I'm really glad you found a way to do this that you're comfortable with.

I am so tired after last night! I really do need about 9 hours sleep a night and I only got 7, I know boo hoo! :cry: I'll take an nap this afternoon then exercise after that. I've been really good with my working out, but my legs are still a little tired after Sunday's torture, so I think I may work my upper-body later. I'm a getting discouraged though. I've been doing this for a couple of weeks now and I've gained 5 pounds. :tantrum: Not exactly what I was looking for. No, it's not TOM, and I really doubt I've gained muscle. I just don't know what I'm doing wrong. :dunno: I guess it's time to start to journal everything I eat and see where I can make some improvements.

Anyway, you all have a great day!
Kathy

ohhh, boy!!
 

To say that I fell off the wagon this past weekend is like calling Texas a little plot of land! :lol:
But I'm ok now because I am back home! The problem with this indulgence is that I was with my best friend doing what we always do...eating for recreation! I love to eat and have a good time and unfortunatley, those two things go hand in hand with her!

It's my mom! This is the way me and my sisters were brought up. I feel like a party pooper if I don't join in (because I really did want to indulge this weekend) and she can't usually keep up with my walking so we could at lease walk it off. (she is obese too)

But this weekend was a little different because I had a cyst growing behind my knee and didn't know it. I was the one having a hard time keeping up with her! The weekend ended up with her taking me to the emergency room because we were convinced I had blood clots growing in my leg. My father was just diagnosed with the same thing and is now on a blood thinner. It scared the heck outta me. PLUS they made me get weighed! I thought I was around 350. I was wrong!

ok, so before this becomes a novel let me just tell you that as far as this website goes...I am here for the long haul. I have no choice.

I am glad to see new faces on the board and look forward to getting to know all of you.
~hugs~

Never gets easy
 

Oh Boy our group is getting so big!!!!! Thats great :D

Alisha~ :woo: Congrats on the weight loss, Keep up the great work, Im glad that is working for you. I may check out that website to see if that plan may work for me. Thank you for you support, I agree about my sister Wont she be suprised when im one Sexy Hot Chick :rofl: :flame: She maybe will come around but if she doesnt that is not my problem so :snooty:

Kathy~ Thanks so much for the kind words. as for the cutie across the street Ill give him time, My dad thinks he is shy and kinda likes me since when he sees my mom at work he asks about me or brings me into the convo. I just feel like that little guy on South Park that when his crush talks to him he :tied: and pukes..LOL I dont know I feel like im in highschool again.

Nickie~ Keep your head up girl, things will be better believe me I know


All this is alot harder then i was thinking it would be but I am so thankful I have all of you Thank you

Hugs
Viana

Alisha, my old principal has done well over the years with Medifast. The last time that I saw her she had kept the weight off. I have irritable bowel syndrome and hypoglycemia so I have to becareful about what and when I eat. So that is my dilemma right now in trying to find the right woe that will be healthy. I'm still leaning towards the South Beach Diet, but a vegeterian form of the SBC. Lately meats just repulse me (yuck). I'm still doing my research, but in the meanwhile I'm practicing more portion control.

Go Alisha!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's 5:22 p.m. and my total calories for today has been 993 according to fitday. How is everyone doing?

I was just wondering-
 

Do any of you go to support groups like "overeaters anonymous"? I have been thinking about it. I don't know if I wan to be that open with this compulsive eating problem I have, you know?

Hi again....thanks for the warm welcome. I am trying hard this time to get motivated. I went to the grocery store today to try to get some diet friendly food for me to eat. I like to have diet snacks and stuff so I am not tempted to eat the snacks I buy for my 2 kids. It is hard being the only fat person in the house :D I have been drinking a ton of water and following the WW plan to a T. Now if I could just get my butt out the door and walk I would be good to go. I have a hard time getting motivated to go walking because it is so hot outside. I know that once I start walking every day I will feel better, but it is just hard to get myself started. I also really want to prove to my husband that I AM going to do it and actually make it to my goal. I have a LONG LONG way to go. Finding this site was like finding a gold mine. I really think I am going to like coming to this site. Everyone seems so supportive. :goodvibes