Hi Ya'll,

Zoe, thanks for the pep talk!! The encouragement means a lot to me. I'm with you, this site and these ladies are so wonderful. It really does feel like a "TEAM EFFORT". Oh, one other thing, once you get started with your work outs, you'll feel so much better. After 3 days I feel like Superwoman!!! :strong:

DIANNE, congrats on the weight loss. How sweet that your daughter noticed. Several months back, my youngest finally noticed that I had lost. Her exact words were "You Are LOSING WEIGHT!" It really does feel good when they notice.

JEN, thanks for the encouragement. I'm really pumped with getting back to walking. When you stop, it gets really depressing, but I'm back were I need to be now.

ES, are you off again tomorrow. I know that past few weeks you have had Mondays off. Hope you have a good week, especially your dreaded Tuesdays.

Well, I'm headed to the chat room for a minute then off to bed.

See you tomorrow
Ruth

Getting ready for work. Ruth, I'm off on Fridays. Yes, you know me by now, how much I hate Tuesdays.:( I love to hear that someone is exercising. I know the benefits you get from it. Even if you don't see a quick loss it's healthy for your heart & you're burning fat. :D

Zoe, you sound like you are ready Girlfriend. WTG;)

Gotta go. Be back later.

Have a great day.:wave:

Es

Dianne!! You've posted another loss......this makes for quite a few weeks in a row, doesn't it? That is wonderful, way to go!!! :D

Zoe......no no no.......I purposely put the words "older women" in quotes.....those are words other people use! :lol:

It's COLD here! Was only 5 below this morning with wind chills of 20 below. I'm glad it's March and we won't be having this type of weather too much longer. I've already got a basket of seed packets ready for planting. :) Can't wait. lol

Hi to everyone else. I've been hitting the books for a few days and have lots more work to do. Just wanted to stop in and see what was new.

take care,
~Jen

Hi:wave:

Jen, you sound like you are ready for Spring weather. I like the Spring & the Fall. It was pretty cold in NY also. I like the cold weather but not when it's freezing.

Dianne, let us know how much you've lost all together in the past few weeks.

Pete gave me my early birthday present. I've been dying to get my windows tinted since I first bought my car so he surprised me & got it done & had rain guards put on. It looks so sporty. I love it. What a guy.:love:

Ruth, your little guy lifting weights is soooo cute.

Zoe, I have my treadmill in the living room. I watch my soaps while I'm on it & the time goes by so fast. One day at a time my friend. Before you know it you'll be all pumped up to work out. You'll look forward to it.

Hi Terri, Myra, Sandy, Pogo(?), Viola(?) where are you guys?

Hugs,
Es

Today is the day!!
 

Hi everyone :wave:

Well, I made it through today. I've been so bad that just getting through one day staying OP is an accomplishment for me. :ink: I didn't get on the treadmill yet tonight but will. I know it's probably not good to do AFTER dinner but today was a little crazy when we got home and I had wanted to get on it BEFORE dinner. I have to get myself organized with it and it will be ok. I'll get on it tonight while I watch some TV show that Greg doesn't like. :)

Es ~ what a great birthday gift!! Those are the gifts that we really appreciate, the ones we REALLY want. Enjoy those windows!

Jen ~ stay warm girl....5 below....YIKES!!

Ruth ~ tonight will be day 1 for the treadmill and I'm afraid that I'll hardly make 10 mintues! :( I know that I am SO out of shape so I am just going to go slow. Before you know it, I'll be doing it without thinking. :lol: Hey, do you go into chat often? The only time I've been in there is when the posting part here is down. I should....it's been fun when I've been in there.

Hi to everyone else. Talk to you's guys later.

Zoe ~~ :ink: (I love this one....I collect pigs)
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ZOE, when I first got back on my treadmill several months ago I only last about 10 minutes. It is amazing how fast your body loses strenght. The important thing is that you will take one day at a time and eventually you will stay on it a lot longer than 10 minutes. I don't know if there is any time that is better than others to exercise. I'm not a morning person, so it is always late in the afternoon before I manage to get on the treadmill. In fact, it is just now almost 9:30 pm and I just finished walking around 9:10. Some people say they can't sleep, but I think it actually helps me relax before bed time. GOOD LUCK!!!

BTW, I do go chat most nights. I'm usually in there between 9 and 10 at night. I enjoy it. Come in sometime and say hello.

ES, Friday's off would be nice. Last semester I didn't have any classes on Fridays. I loved it. Unfortunately I couldn't manage it this time.

JEN, I understand where you are coming from. It looks like I'm going to have four test next week!! I imagine that my time in here will be limited as the week progresses.

See you girls later.

Ruth

PS. Another night on the treadmill, four in a row.

Hi Buddies:wave:

Sorry that I have been staying away lately. I really miss you guys. I tend to avoid posting when things get rough as I hate to be a complainer.
I feel like I have been so overwhelmed with work and my parent's needs. I haven't even been trying to count or watch my points for the past two weeks.
My mom has more surgery coming up on March 15th. She has been in a rehab that is about an hour's drive from me since the last surgery on Jan 11th. My dad is in a nursing home too, but he has to live there permanently, and that is 45 minutes away in another direction. I tried to give blood last week for my mom's surgery, and I was turned down due to low iron levels.

:( I guess I may be in a blue funk for a little while longer, but I plan to get back with the program this Thursday. I will go to a meeting, and shop for some special WW treats. Suggestions for what works for you all would be really welcome.

Happy Birthday to the March babies!

Hugs to all,
Sandy

Sandy....... It's very important for you to keeps things on an even level for yourself right now. You've got so much going on with your parents that putting even more on your shoulders will be a very heavy load. If going to WW helps you, gives you a much needed break, that's great. If you're not OP all the time, don't get down on yourself! Is your dr. aware of your low iron level? Just know that we care about you, and are good listeners.

My personal favorite treat is Tootsie Roll Pops :lol: for only 1 point each, they're long lasting and very satisfying. And portion controlled! I hate measuring out ice cream, etc., and tend to go over, so I try to avoid those type of trigger treats.

Es..... when is your birthday? I should know this, we've been friends for a while now! Very cool of Pete to know exactly what to give you. :D

Ruth......way to go on 4 days in a row on the treadmill!

Zoe..... one day at a time. That's all anyone can do, good going!

:wave: hi to everyone

have a great day!
~Jen

SANDY, sounds as if you have a lot to deal with at the moment. Don't be too hard on yourself if you aren't op. And please don't stay away. We are here to help you get through whatever happens to be burdening you. Of course, I'm a fine one to talk, I tend to stay away too when things are hectic and I'm not op. Hope everything goes okay with your moms next surgery, I'll keep her in my thoughts and prayers.

JEN, I love tootsie pops also. I use to buy one a day when I was working. That was my sweet treat to myself.

Well, better get my shower out of the way, I've got an 11:15 class in a little bit.

ES, hope your Tuesday is a good one!!!

Later,
Ruth

Hi gals,
I tried a long post yesterday and it went into a cyber black hole somewhere so this is a test

JanieD

Hi again,
Since the test seemed to work I will try again.

Dianne,
Congratulations on you 1 lb loss. WTG girlfriend!!

Ruth and Zoe,
Don't get down on yourselves about not exercising everyday. The more you work at it, the more you will enjoy it. Or at least you will enjoy the feeling when your done. "It feels so good when you stop :lol:" is really true. If I don't get my walk (or some other exercise) in each day, my lower back aches.

Sandy,
It was good to hear from you, although as Jen said, please take care of yourself. You can't help the others who need you if you are not taking care of yourself.

Myra,
How is my Wed WI buddy? I am optomistic this week...we'll see.

Hugs to all,
JanieD

Cautiously optimistic. If I lose, it won't be that much. but I am happy with that or even a maintain. I'm going through my busy, stressful period at work for the next few months (that is why I haven't been posting much). Last year for March/April I gained 15 lbs! If I am just able to maintain through May I'll be happy.

Hello My Buds,

Ruth, you make my Tuesdays seem bearable. Just the fact that you know how much I hate Tuesdays & yet you always have something to say that makes me think they're not so bad after all. Thanks Buddy. ;)

Myra, hope you can maintain with all that's going on. I have a tendency to throw in the towel when I'm too stressed. You've come a long way. lm sure you'll be just fine.

Jen, my birthday is April 26th. I'll be 48.:eek: I don't feel it. I feel much younger. Hopefully I'll still feel that way when I hit 50!! We have been friends for awhile. So cool:cool: I have been getting a little carried away with my light ice cream. I'm going to have to give it up for a while. I never measure.

Sandy, don't ever hesitate to post because you're having problems. We are all here for eachother. Through good times & bad. I'm sorry to hear you've been having a rough time. :( Take care of yourself.

Janie, good luck on your weigh in.

I guess our pal Bama Terri couldn't get thru! I'll have to send her an e-mail. If you're lurking, hi Terri:wave:

Hi Dianne & Zoe:)

Till tomorrow,
Essie

PS had trouble adding an attachment.

Happy Tuesday everyone!! :D

Well, I think I'm on my way....I did the treadmill last night for the first time in AGES.....(I think a year or more....:eek:...) ~ only 20 minutes and slow (.88 mile) but hey, it's a start, right? Tonight I went slightly faster, only 21 minutes but made a mile....woo hoo! So I think I will just increase some each time.

Day 2 "on my diet" and I was ok. Yesterday was perfect but today, just ok....I went out to lunch today which I said I wasn't going to do but circumstances forced the issue and I was out. I had pasta, asked for a "to go" box right away and put half away for tomorrows lunch. I feel so proud of myself cuz I could have eaten it all EZ!! I did have bread though so that wasn't great. But I feel good and I think I'm going to make it this time. :)

Sandy ~ glad to see you back with us.

sorry I'm not addressing everyone individually...gotta run. Have a wonderful evening.

Zoe ~ Soaking up the "SON" in Texas
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No Excuses
 

Hi everyone,

I've clicked on to the site a couple of times and started to write. But I get side-tracked. A couple of weeks ago I thought I was doing just great. I was using the journal site and figured I'd have a good weigh in. I was very disappointed to go up a half pound. I know I should have been positive and aimed for the next week. But it was enough to make me mad and I sort of fell of the bandwagon. So, I'm here. Just had one of those choc. graham cracker/cool whip "ice cream sandwiches". Not bad.

I did weigh in last week and I'm at 155. I'll try to get there Friday and report back.

It's nice to see all your names and all the encouragement you give to each other- and me too.

Good nite, I'll check in tomorrow. I promise I'll try.

Pogo