MM Warriors Part Deux (As of October 27)

[disneyeveryyear]

Here is our new thread. I will post a link on the old one.

[Daniele]

Thank you Beverly! :hug: Sweet dreams!

[Seabreezes]

Hi,

I started a post yesterday and then did not get back onto the computer as company left really late.

I did not get back on until just a bit ago and it is late here again,

Here is the post I started yesterday:

October 25

http://low-carb-news.blogspot.com/2009/06/cream-cheese-gingerbread-muffins.html

I just made these muffins to have something else to serve with my dinner tonight. I added a few pecans and I opened my coconut flour instead of the vital wheat gluten and didn’t discover my mistake until I was all done and discovered the VWG has not been opened!!! They came out fine so are gluten free which is also fine with me! I used vanilla Da Vinci as I didn’t have gingerbread flavor.

Bev – I tried to reply to your Facebook request. I hope it worked!!! I haven’t used Facebook except to see things from Diane and MM.

I sent you a note Nell, as I don’t think I am on the main list of e-mails. I might have done something wrong when I sent my address. Did you get that?

Lisa – I use the baking macadamias I buy at Costco. They are not salted. If you want them to have a bit more flavor you can toast them for a bit in the oven.

I’ll be back later to finish the post……

Monday -

I will have to go back and read all the posts I missed, but it won't be until late tomorrow again.

Nell, I got your note back, Thank You.

I hope to be able to spend Wednesday catching up:surfweb:

Thanks for starting the new thread, Beverly

Love to all of you:love:

[Stwill]

Good Morning, Just wanted to pop in and say hello! I pray all is going well with everyone.

Nat - Happy Birthday and many more :bday:


:welcome: back MM friends!

I'll try and check back later. Have a great MM day!

[disneyeveryyear]

Well, yesterday was week 4 on Step 2 and I have stepped on the scales. I have lost a total of 15 lbs. Yea on that, but boo that it has taken so long. Considering I still want to lose another 125 lbs, it seems like a long way to go. At this rate, it will take another 2 years to complete this journey.:confused3, but I will complete it this time! :goodvibes

I did try on some capris that wouldn't meet last week or two weeks ago, and today I could get them buttoned and zipped. So there is progress being made. Measuring shows some progress also.

OK - here is my question. I have screwed up in timing 3 times in the past week. One day last week I forgot to have an 11-20 within the 5 hour period. It happened again Sunday, it was about 7.5 hours between 11-20s and yesterday it was 5.5 hours. Do you think I have to go back on Step 1 or 10 days? I am afraid it will just confuse me again. I don't have an alarm on my watch, and don't always carry my cell phone. I guess I'll have to start carrying it. I just want to succeed! HELP ME! Do I need to e-mail Diane? If I do, what's her e-mail address? I haven't e-mailed her before. Step 1 was so easy, it's the timing on Step 2 that is killing me.

[Cindycin]

Good Morning Ladies - Hope everyone is having a pleasant morning. Just checking in to say "Hi".

Gena, Kathy, Natalie (safe travels) - Saying prayers for you this a.m.

Lisa - Hope your peeps like your listing!

Glad to see some of our old friends back with us!!!;) Y'all know who you are!

I popped over to the other site(s) and there is very little going on over there! So sad. Some people look completely lost! Wha'cha gonna do.

Hope everyone is having a FABULOUS day.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Good Tuesday Morning! Pony is out and about on her day off and of course have a ton of things to do!

Kathy - I had not gotten your last PM, so thanks for sending it again...I see the notification so will read it asap.

Jocelyn - Im on FB too, so look for me! Virginiaponygirl - Robin Holder Dimauro... Its fun to check in with you guys there too!

Nell - I didn't receive the updated address list either...maybe I missed the list somehow? I got the first one with like 5 people on it...nothing else? I will e-mail you with my address in case I somehow screwed up when I tried to add mine to the first one you sent out.

Thanks for starting the new thread Bev! I know how you feel about the losses seeming to be very slow. I feel like I am working so hard and not really seeing great losses, but I think the whole idea is that the slow and steady loss means that we will be keeping it off finally and not just gaining and losing and gaining and losing like usual...so I am grateful for the small steps towards the greater future! I think I can figure on about a year total to get where I want to be, and it seems like SO LONG to wait, but patience is a virtue I am always struggling with, and I believe the Lord has his plan for us!
I dont think you need to go back to step 1...Diane told me that at the 5 hour mark the liver begins to slowly dump that glycogen, so to catch it asap...so the times you missed by only 1/2 hour shouldnt be a problem. I have to set my alarm to remind me to eat! I use my cell phone alarm since it is always with me, or some watches have that feature too, if that might help you to remember? I know you have the carb dam foods available, just have to remember to eat them!

Carol - we are being careful not to let the group get too big, and want to stay on the one thread to keep everyone together! I think we are still under 20 people here, so that should be pretty manageable since not everyone posts every day.

Cindy - got your "sistas" e-mail...loved it! Thanks!


I am going back on Step 2 on Sunday...got it all figured out and am ready to make it work this time!

[Carol-Fish]

Jocelyn, I know that you told us all about the black soy beans several weeks ago and I found some cans of them. My question for you is: Did you post your recipe for chili at the same time? I have a vague recollection of this but can't find it. Does anyone else remember this and could you possibly direct me to it? I have a Halloween party to go to at church on Friday and there will be a chili contest. We do a trunk-or-treat in the parking lot with people decorating their car trunks and passing out candy. Safe and loads of fun!

Thanks,
Carol

[Virginiaponygirl]

I posted a reply after cindy's earlier, and I see that Carol did too, but they arent showing up on the thread? what s with that?

ok, now that I posted a quick reply I see both posts are here?????

[Virginiaponygirl]

Is anybody else having this problem? When I log into the thread I can only see the first 6 posts unless I post a quick reply, then they all show up? I never had this trouble before and wonder why this is happening?

[Barb F.]

Well, yesterday was week 4 on Step 2 and I have stepped on the scales. I have lost a total of 15 lbs. Yea on that, but boo that it has taken so long. Considering I still want to lose another 125 lbs, it seems like a long way to go. At this rate, it will take another 2 years to complete this journey.:confused3, but I will complete it this time! :goodvibes

I did try on some capris that wouldn't meet last week or two weeks ago, and today I could get them buttoned and zipped. So there is progress being made. Measuring shows some progress also.

OK - here is my question. I have screwed up in timing 3 times in the past week. One day last week I forgot to have an 11-20 within the 5 hour period. It happened again Sunday, it was about 7.5 hours between 11-20s and yesterday it was 5.5 hours. Do you think I have to go back on Step 1 or 10 days? I am afraid it will just confuse me again. I don't have an alarm on my watch, and don't always carry my cell phone. I guess I'll have to start carrying it. I just want to succeed! HELP ME! Do I need to e-mail Diane? If I do, what's her e-mail address? I haven't e-mailed her before. Step 1 was so easy, it's the timing on Step 2 that is killing me.

Beverly, do you mean you've lost a total of 15 pounds on step2 or step1 and step2 combined? If it's for both then that's a total of 1.25 lbs per week. What does Diane's chart tell you to expect? If you still have 125 lbs to go, I would have expected more loss for both steps to date. I'm not saying this is a rapid weight loss plan but I think you should have expected better. Why don't you give us an example of what you typically eat and how much. It could be you're not eating enough and your body is hanging on to your fat cells for dear life. I don't think you need to go back to step1 at this point but I do feel somethings not right and needs to be looked into. :scratchin

[Barb F.]

Is anybody else having this problem? When I log into the thread I can only see the first 6 posts unless I post a quick reply, then they all show up? I never had this trouble before and wonder why this is happening?

Mornin' Pony. I don't notice a problem but there could be one I just don't notice :lmao:

[Barb F.]

Jocelyn, I know that you told us all about the black soy beans several weeks ago and I found some cans of them. My question for you is: Did you post your recipe for chili at the same time? I have a vague recollection of this but can't find it. Does anyone else remember this and could you possibly direct me to it? I have a Halloween party to go to at church on Friday and there will be a chili contest. We do a trunk-or-treat in the parking lot with people decorating their car trunks and passing out candy. Safe and loads of fun!

Thanks,
Carol

Hi Carol. I checked our recipe thread and I don't see a chili recipe from Jocelyn. You can make chili the same way you always do with black soybeans. I do think crockpot cooking would be the best method though because they are very firm and don't break down very easily.

[Malzer]

Morning all!

We are half way through step one!! Have a question though someone was talking about the carbs found in meat ( on other thread) and I was looking at the deli meat that I have it is chicken and 98% lean, but it does have 2 carbs and my DH and I are both eating this as a snack if we get hungry we grab that and it satisfies us we eat a lot of it I guess, no sugar count on it though. So are we messing up or is it ok? We have eaten it since day 1 and I hope we don't have to start over!:eek:

Melanie

[Barb F.]

Morning all!

We are half way through step one!! Have a question though someone was talking about the carbs found in meat ( on other thread) and I was looking at the deli meat that I have it is chicken and 98% lean, but it does have 2 carbs and my DH and I are both eating this as a snack if we get hungry we grab that and it satisfies us we eat a lot of it I guess, no sugar count on it though. So are we messing up or is it ok? We have eaten it since day 1 and I hope we don't have to start over!:eek:

Melanie

Let's see the ingredients. I think I remember someone having to add days to step1 after eating some sugar added lunchmeat..

[momtozac]

Nell--Zac went when we was young-maybe 5 so he doesn't remember anything. I can't wait to sit in first class, its whats making me do it! my husband might regret it though, I might have to sit there from now on!! Actually, I thought about getting something, especially for Zac.

Heres something weird, my sister in law called a couple weeks ago to tell us she was going to Florida (their brother lives outside Tampa) and we find out that not only is she leaving on Halloween like us, she's on the same exact plane!! How can that happen????? and we are flying out of Philly, not Newark like usual (for either of us) thats alittle spooky........get it?? Halloween??? ok, nevermind

Welcome Melanie :woohoo:

Thanks Sharron for the birthday wishes! My son is dying to go to SeaWorld so we'll be doing that first! and I definitely will hug Pooh, love him too!!

thanks Barb! I have heard of L-Theanine--I'll have to go out later and get it and see how I am on it. that would be great, I have a friend going through anxiety bad right now, I'll tell her about it, thanks

Thanks Lisa, it gonna be fun, Zac is 12 now so he won't be so excited about the characters, but I still love seeing them! I know they'll love your listing and the food you brought!

thanks Bev for the birthday wishes!! What should we do at SeaWorld first???

(I brought these over from the other thread--I just kept writing and writing until doh, I realized there was a new thread!!)

[momtozac]

Good Morning, Just wanted to pop in and say hello! I pray all is going well with everyone.

Nat - Happy Birthday and many more :bday:


:welcome: back MM friends!

I'll try and check back later. Have a great MM day!

Thanks!! Glad to see you here:banana::banana:

[Barb F.]

thanks Barb! I have heard of L-Theanine--I'll have to go out later and get it and see how I am on it. that would be great, I have a friend going through anxiety bad right now, I'll tell her about it, thanks

When I have something coming up that causes me anxiety, I take 2 every 4 hours or so. It doesn't knock you out like prescription stuff, just seems to take the edge off.

[disneyeveryyear]

Beverly, do you mean you've lost a total of 15 pounds on step2 or step1 and step2 combined? If it's for both then that's a total of 1.25 lbs per week. What does Diane's chart tell you to expect? If you still have 125 lbs to go, I would have expected more loss for both steps to date. I'm not saying this is a rapid weight loss plan but I think you should have expected better. Why don't you give us an example of what you typically eat and how much. It could be you're not eating enough and your body is hanging on to your fat cells for dear life. I don't think you need to go back to step1 at this point but I do feel somethings not right and needs to be looked into. :scratchin

No, I mean 15 TOTAL :confused3

None of my days have been normal recently, but I'll give you yesterday:

6:30 wake up
7:00 3 pieces of lc toast with light butter (11-20)
8:30 - 10:30 - Monday Morning Moms with 3 cups of decaf & half & half
12:30 uh oh - 15 triscuits (11-20)
1:30 - 6 slices of Oscar Mayer thin sliced deli ham (35 calories & 0 carbs), 1 slice of lf Sargento colby-jack cheese; 3 string cheese
5:30 - 2 packages of apple slices from Subway (going to Zumba and stopped by Subway for DD's dinner) (11-20)
9:00 - ham & cheese sandwich - same OM ham and Sargento cheese on an Arnold's sandwich round (100 calories, 17 carbs) (11-20)
11:00 - pistachios (a lot, but I don't normally do that)
12:00 - all bran crackers (11-20)
12:15 - bed

Ok so that's yesterday.

Today looks like this:

6:15 wake up
7:15 Arnold's sandwich thin as toast with light butter (11-20)
11:15 two small packages of Planters peanuts (total of 340 calories) - I was hungry since I spent all morning on phone with computer problem.
12:00 Lunch - Arnolds ham & cheese sandwich (11-20) with small caesar salad (no croutons)
3:00 Honey crisp apple (11-20)
6:?? Dinner - haven't figured that out yet (11-20)
10:00 11-20 snack

I certainly seem to be getting enough food, but it took me the 8 weeks in the beginning to lose 10 lbs. Something doesn't seem right.

Thanks for the help.

[disneyeveryyear]

thanks Bev for the birthday wishes!! What should we do at SeaWorld first???

Natalie - I am really not a SW expert. It appears that they now have a "quick queue" ticket which puts you in the front of the line. I would think if it's a busy day at SW (weekend, etc.), it might be worth it.

Here are some threads about SW:

http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=32

[Daniele]

Hello everyone! I can move to step two!!! Diane said so! I'm going to have to wait until I get paid to go shopping. Worse case scenario it will be Monday, but I'll see what my boss pays me for stuffing envelopes.

I don't know why people aren't getting the list. Seabreezes, I answered your email and sent the list. Hmmm... I will try again. I'll send it from my other email address this time, maybe it will make a difference.

[SharronLee]

disneyeveryyear No, I mean 15 TOTAL :confused3

None of my days have been normal recently, but I'll give you yesterday:

6:30 wake up
7:00 3 pieces of lc toast with light butter (11-20)
8:30 - 10:30 - Monday Morning Moms with 3 cups of decaf & half & half
12:30 uh oh - 15 triscuits (11-20)
1:30 - 6 slices of Oscar Mayer thin sliced deli ham (35 calories & 0 carbs), 1 slice of lf Sargento colby-jack cheese; 3 string cheese
5:30 - 2 packages of apple slices from Subway (going to Zumba and stopped by Subway for DD's dinner) (11-20)
9:00 - ham & cheese sandwich - same OM ham and Sargento cheese on an Arnold's sandwich round (100 calories, 17 carbs) (11-20)
11:00 - pistachios (a lot, but I don't normally do that)
12:00 - all bran crackers (11-20)
12:15 - bed

Ok so that's yesterday.

Today looks like this:

6:15 wake up
7:15 Arnold's sandwich thin as toast with light butter (11-20)
11:15 two small packages of Planters peanuts (total of 340 calories) - I was hungry since I spent all morning on phone with computer problem.
12:00 Lunch - Arnolds ham & cheese sandwich (11-20) with small caesar salad (no croutons)
3:00 Honey crisp apple (11-20)
6:?? Dinner - haven't figured that out yet (11-20)
10:00 11-20 snack

I certainly seem to be getting enough food, but it took me the 8 weeks in the beginning to lose 10 lbs. Something doesn't seem right.

Thanks for the help

Beverly, the main thing I see is, Where are your veggie's? Looks like you are having a little protein and your 11-20 carbs, I don't think you are eating enough variety.

I know 15 lbs doesn't sound like much, but remember Diane says that's 15 lbs of fat looks like 30 lbs. Just have to keep telling ourselves that feeling good and clothes getting looser shows it is working no matter what the scales say. I know it doesn't compute, but some things just defy explanation.

Hang in there and try to eat more veggies!

Have a great MM day!

[Barb F.]

No, I mean 15 TOTAL :confused3

None of my days have been normal recently, but I'll give you yesterday:

6:30 wake up
7:00 3 pieces of lc toast with light butter (11-20)
8:30 - 10:30 - Monday Morning Moms with 3 cups of decaf & half & half
12:30 uh oh - 15 triscuits (11-20)
1:30 - 6 slices of Oscar Mayer thin sliced deli ham (35 calories & 0 carbs), 1 slice of lf Sargento colby-jack cheese; 3 string cheese
5:30 - 2 packages of apple slices from Subway (going to Zumba and stopped by Subway for DD's dinner) (11-20)
9:00 - ham & cheese sandwich - same OM ham and Sargento cheese on an Arnold's sandwich round (100 calories, 17 carbs) (11-20)
11:00 - pistachios (a lot, but I don't normally do that)
12:00 - all bran crackers (11-20)
12:15 - bed

Ok so that's yesterday.

Today looks like this:

6:15 wake up
7:15 Arnold's sandwich thin as toast with light butter (11-20)
11:15 two small packages of Planters peanuts (total of 340 calories) - I was hungry since I spent all morning on phone with computer problem.
12:00 Lunch - Arnolds ham & cheese sandwich (11-20) with small caesar salad (no croutons)
3:00 Honey crisp apple (11-20)
6:?? Dinner - haven't figured that out yet (11-20)
10:00 11-20 snack

I certainly seem to be getting enough food, but it took me the 8 weeks in the beginning to lose 10 lbs. Something doesn't seem right.

Thanks for the help.

Ok, I love you, but I see some problems here. Check your Triscuits. I see a serving is 6 crackers at 16 net carbs. You are getting very little protein, mostly from cheese. Very few veggies. If you are exercizing, you are not eating enough. You are living on ham and cheese sandwiches and nuts. If your Triscuits are the ones I've seen and you're eating 15 of them, you've been way over 11-20. I don't know what you ate on step1 but it may be a good idea to consider a return to step1 for awhile and post what you eat and when again. From what I see, you can fix this and have improved results. :hug:

[Daniele]

Beverly, I don't have experience with Step two, but I think more vegetables is always a good idea. :)

I have been stalled now for about a month. It's very frustrating. The only thing I've noticed is that my arm fit in CVS's blood pressure cuff without having to jam in it yesterday. The reason I'm telling you is not to be complaining to you when you already have this upsetting you, but because I believe that maybe this is normal. Maybe we go through periods of visible weight loss or size loss and then periods where our bodies are catching up with the change.

You could try the broccoli soup that I put the recipe for. It's very low in calories and a good way to get some veggies in. You could drink it between meals warm. With the colder weather it might be nice. :hug:

[Barb F.]

Beverly, I don't have experience with Step two, but I think more vegetables is always a good idea. :)

I have been stalled now for about a month. It's very frustrating. The only thing I've noticed is that my arm fit in CVS's blood pressure cuff without having to jam in it yesterday. The reason I'm telling you is not to be complaining to you when you already have this upsetting you, but because I believe that maybe this is normal. Maybe we go through periods of visible weight loss or size loss and then periods where our bodies are catching up with the change.

You could try the broccoli soup that I put the recipe for. It's very low in calories and a good way to get some veggies in. You could drink it between meals warm. With the colder weather it might be nice. :hug:

Nell, how much had you lost on step1 ?

[disneyeveryyear]

Beverly, the main thing I see is, Where are your veggie's? Looks like you are having a little protein and your 11-20 carbs, I don't think you are eating enough variety.

I know 15 lbs doesn't sound like much, but remember Diane says that's 15 lbs of fat looks like 30 lbs. Just have to keep telling ourselves that feeling good and clothes getting looser shows it is working no matter what the scales say. I know it doesn't compute, but some things just defy explanation.

Hang in there and try to eat more veggies!

Have a great MM day!

I normally eat a ton of veggies. Lots of salads with romaine and mixed greens (no yucky iceberg). Like I said, my days haven't been normal. My normal dinner is protein and veggies or salad.

I know that at least I am losing, but it seems extraordinarily slow.

[disneyeveryyear]

Ok, I love you, but I see some problems here. Check your Triscuits. I see a serving is 6 crackers at 16 net carbs. You are getting very little protein, mostly from cheese. Very few veggies. If you are exercizing, you are not eating enough. You are living on ham and cheese sandwiches and nuts. If your Triscuits are the ones I've seen and you're eating 15 of them, you've been way over 11-20. I don't know what you ate on step1 but it may be a good idea to consider a return to step1 for awhile and post what you eat and when again. From what I see, you can fix this and have improved results. :hug:

I eat the Triscuit thin crisps which are 19 carbs for 15 crackers. http://www.nabiscoworld.com/Brands/ProductInformation.aspx?BrandKey=triscuit&Site=1&Product=4400001958

[disneyeveryyear]

Beverly, I don't have experience with Step two, but I think more vegetables is always a good idea. :)

I have been stalled now for about a month. It's very frustrating. The only thing I've noticed is that my arm fit in CVS's blood pressure cuff without having to jam in it yesterday. The reason I'm telling you is not to be complaining to you when you already have this upsetting you, but because I believe that maybe this is normal. Maybe we go through periods of visible weight loss or size loss and then periods where our bodies are catching up with the change.

You could try the broccoli soup that I put the recipe for. It's very low in calories and a good way to get some veggies in. You could drink it between meals warm. With the colder weather it might be nice. :hug:

I will look at that recipe. I love broccoli. I normally eat a ton of veggies. yesterday was just really weird. I have a salad for later and an apple for a 11-20.

[Daniele]

Nell, how much had you lost on step1 ?

I have lot 54 pounds since July, but none in the last month. I've been on step one most of that time besides a bad week long binge the beginning of August. I'm still 310 pounds, and the larger number of pounds than what you usually see are because of where I started.

[Barb F.]

I have lot 54 pounds since July, but none in the last month. I've been on step one most of that time besides a bad week long binge the beginning of August. I'm still 310 pounds, and the larger number of pounds than what you usually see are because of where I started.

Nell, You've done really well. I suppose your body could just be re-adjusting and the weight loss will start to catch up with the inches lost. I know Beverly is concerned and it sounds like she's doing everything right :confused: Lisa is also losing inches mostly. I don't remember anywhere in the book that mentions stalls, do you? I just wish I could find a magic remedy that would help you all :hug:

[Daniele]

I'm thinking here. If I buy a big can of oatmeal, some frozen peas and a bag of apples I should be able to start step two with no problem. Another option is beans and rice. I make really good Puerto Rican rice, which is funny since I'm not Puerto Rican! :rotfl: The only thing is that I always have issues trying to cook brown rice. I might wait until next week to get that complicated. It would be really easy to stick with the simplest things first.

My oranges are still green on the tree, so hopefully they will start to ripen before long. I wonder if your supposed to leave them on the tree for a while after they turn orange? I'll have to look it up. The tree itself has some branches that have turned brown. I think something is stressing it. It's an old tree. I don't think we're going to renew the lease, so it's not really my tree, but I'd like to help it be healthier if I can. :)

[momtozac]

No, I mean 15 TOTAL :confused3

None of my days have been normal recently, but I'll give you yesterday:

6:30 wake up
7:00 3 pieces of lc toast with light butter (11-20)
8:30 - 10:30 - Monday Morning Moms with 3 cups of decaf & half & half
12:30 uh oh - 15 triscuits (11-20)
1:30 - 6 slices of Oscar Mayer thin sliced deli ham (35 calories & 0 carbs), 1 slice of lf Sargento colby-jack cheese; 3 string cheese
5:30 - 2 packages of apple slices from Subway (going to Zumba and stopped by Subway for DD's dinner) (11-20)
9:00 - ham & cheese sandwich - same OM ham and Sargento cheese on an Arnold's sandwich round (100 calories, 17 carbs) (11-20)
11:00 - pistachios (a lot, but I don't normally do that)
12:00 - all bran crackers (11-20)
12:15 - bed

Ok so that's yesterday.

Today looks like this:

6:15 wake up
7:15 Arnold's sandwich thin as toast with light butter (11-20)
11:15 two small packages of Planters peanuts (total of 340 calories) - I was hungry since I spent all morning on phone with computer problem.
12:00 Lunch - Arnolds ham & cheese sandwich (11-20) with small caesar salad (no croutons)
3:00 Honey crisp apple (11-20)
6:?? Dinner - haven't figured that out yet (11-20)
10:00 11-20 snack

I certainly seem to be getting enough food, but it took me the 8 weeks in the beginning to lose 10 lbs. Something doesn't seem right.

Thanks for the help.

Hi Bev, I'm not on 2 yet but looking at what you've eaten I'd say try to eat protein with breakfast (are you hungry soon after?) and to me, it doesn't seem like you're eating that much--anyone else??

[Wisteria1956]

Carol: Great job on the exercising and on joining the baggy pants club! You are officially a Diane Keaton look-alike!:cool1:

Thanks for the new thread, Beverly! I think you should probably email Diane and tell her what your fears are. Her email is dietquestions@aol.com Congrats on being smaller! It doesn’t matter how long it takes us because this journey has a one-way ticket. We are not coming back this way again! Thanks for posting your menu. Is it ok to comment? I don’t see enough vegetables. Protein at breakfast is a good idea. Perhaps too many grains alone. I have heard when you have carbs you should have protein. Try adding some protein to the breakfast. It’s all legal but perhaps there are some food groups you could step up to burn more?? I’m not an expert, by any means.

Jocelyn: Does your friend use straight wasabi on the fish with the macadamias? I am on FB also and would love to be your friend. Lisa DeVries:flower3:

Natalie: I bet Zac will be excited about the characters once he lets his big guy guard down. They excited me at 40, lol! That’s what’s so cool about it; you can be young at any age. :mickeyjum

Nell: I think you leave the oranges until they turn orange. That’s how they do it here. You are smaller because you noticed the blood pressure cuff!:banana::yay:

Barb: I started losing again! I am sure of it now. Yes, it’s been slow, but I zipped my boots up without struggling over my fat calves today and I even had thick tights on. I had an epiphany this morning and happened to chat with Robin about it. We both agreed we have reached a place that is so much better than being about willpower. Our minds and bodies simply don’t want the things we used to crave and we are not at all tempted to be around foods we don’t eat anymore. You’ve all been on diets where you persisted due to willpower and we know what that feels like, but this is such a calm, easy, natural feeling. There isn’t a devil on my shoulder telling me what I might like next. He’s not being controlled by me because I have willpower that I might lose at any momemt; he is GONE!

[disneyeveryyear]

Thanks for the new thread, Beverly! I think you should probably email Diane and tell her what your fears are. Her email is dietquestions@aol.com Congrats on being smaller! It doesn’t matter how long it takes us because this journey has a one-way ticket. We are not coming back this way again! Thanks for posting your menu. Is it ok to comment? I don’t see enough vegetables. Protein at breakfast is a good idea. Perhaps too many grains alone. I have heard when you have carbs you should have protein. Try adding some protein to the breakfast. It’s all legal but perhaps there are some food groups you could step up to burn more?? I’m not an expert, by any means.

I will try to start adding some protein with my carbs. I am getting ready to have an apple and will have a piece of string cheese with it. I'll try to figure something out about breakfast too.


Barb: I started losing again! I am sure of it now. Yes, it’s been slow, but I zipped my boots up without struggling over my fat calves today and I even had thick tights on. I had an epiphany this morning and happened to chat with Robin about it. We both agreed we have reached a place that is so much better than being about willpower. Our minds and bodies simply don’t want the things we used to crave and we are not at all tempted to be around foods we don’t eat anymore. You’ve all been on diets where you persisted due to willpower and we know what that feels like, but this is such a calm, easy, natural feeling. There isn’t a devil on my shoulder telling me what I might like next. He’s not being controlled by me because I have willpower that I might lose at any momemt; he is GONE!

I know what you mean about not having any cravings. I am not even afraid of Halloween this year. There is truly an inner peace about eating this way.

[Barb F.]

Barb: I started losing again! I am sure of it now. Yes, it’s been slow, but I zipped my boots up without struggling over my fat calves today and I even had thick tights on. I had an epiphany this morning and happened to chat with Robin about it. We both agreed we have reached a place that is so much better than being about willpower. Our minds and bodies simply don’t want the things we used to crave and we are not at all tempted to be around foods we don’t eat anymore. You’ve all been on diets where you persisted due to willpower and we know what that feels like, but this is such a calm, easy, natural feeling. There isn’t a devil on my shoulder telling me what I might like next. He’s not being controlled by me because I have willpower that I might lose at any momemt; he is GONE!

:cheer2::cheer2::cheer2: Oh I'm so happy for you! and I agree, this has become so natural for me too. And that little devil used to ALWAYS be on my shoulder, always making me focus on food. I want all of us to feel this way and be happy and content with this WOL. I kept a little journal of my weight loss in the past whenever I was trying a new "diet". The one that I kept with the longest was for 11 months. I am losing pounds just as well now, but inches much faster. The biggest difference is that I'm not counting the days until it's done! This is now the way I live and that's such a relief. :hug:

[Wisteria1956]

:cheer2::cheer2::cheer2: Oh I'm so happy for you! and I agree, this has become so natural for me too. And that little devil used to ALWAYS be on my shoulder, always making me focus on food. I want all of us to feel this way and be happy and content with this WOL. I kept a little journal of my weight loss in the past whenever I was trying a new "diet". The one that I kept with the longest was for 11 months. I am losing pounds just as well now, but inches much faster. The biggest difference is that I'm not counting the days until it's done! This is now the way I live and that's such a relief. :hug:

Very well said! I couldn't agree more!

[disneyeveryyear]

OK - I have sent an e-mail to Diane and will let you all know what she says. Off to get my apple and cheese.

[Wisteria1956]

I will try to start adding some protein with my carbs. I am getting ready to have an apple and will have a piece of string cheese with it. I'll try to figure something out about breakfast too.




I know what you mean about not having any cravings. I am not even afraid of Halloween this year. There is truly an inner peace about eating this way.

Amen sister! I often have string cheese with my apple, too.

[Wisteria1956]

Nell: What issues do you have with brown rice? It does take longer to cook. Be careful to measure if you eat beans and rice together because you could only do 1/4 cup each per serving. It would be really tasty, though!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Well whatever was ailing my computer seems to be gone...I can see all the posts again! Whew...that was bugging me!! Bev, thanks for responding to my cry for help! I just eliminated the link that I had put in my favorites and went back to your post with the link in it and tried again...and here I am!

Lisa - I totally enjoyed our phone conversation, call anytime!! And I have to tell all of you, that I agree with Lisa totally...we realized that where we are on this MM journey is finally in a place where we do not even have to TRY to stay on plan...the cravings have been gone for so long they just simply dont even exist anymore. When there is cake and pizza in the office, I dont even have to think about staying away from it, I simply DO NOT WANT IT!! All the other diets I have tried took all the willpower I had to stay on them...and the cravings NEVER went away, which is why I was never able to stay on them for longer than a few months...MM is for Life for me!!

Natalie - my all time favorite spots at Sea World have always been the show with the sea lions and walrus, and the tank where you can pet and feed the stingrays!! My friend went last year and got to go diving in a tank with sharks...OMG, but she brought back amazing pictures and had a ball!

Bev - I have to agree with the others, even though the menus you posted are not normal days for you, you definitely need the veggies and proteins...do you like eggs? Because making up a miracle quiche every week always means I have a ready breakfast to heat and eat. I put whatever veggies I have on hand in there and get my protein and veggies in one shot!
When I started step 2, I felt the same way though, like all I was doing was eating the carb dams...Diane told me how important it was to have the protein along with the carbs...to be sure to have the 11-20 with all three meals and then before bed and middle of the night, instead of eating step 1 meals and then having the carbs in between, which is what I ended up doing...My plan for my re-entry to step 2 :

8:30am - breakfast including 11-20, so quiche or a couple hard boiled eggs with 11-20 toast.

1PM - lunch, turkey or tuna sandwich with low fat cheese and greens like leaf lettuce and spinach on it ( 11-20 bread)

5:30 - dinner, fish, chicken, or other lean meat with at least 1 cup veggies and 1/2cup brown rice or wheat pasta

10:30 - string cheese on the way to the gym from work with whole grain wheat thin crackers

12-1am - bedtime snack-atkins shake or celery with cream cheese or pb

3:30am - 1 cup milk or sugar free applesauce

I ran this menu by Diane and she said it seemed perfect!!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Nell - thanks for sending the address list again! I got this one! And I like the oatmeal idea...I know when I tried eating it every morning for 2 months my cholesterol dropped 10 points and I lost a few pounds too. Guess I will have to think about using that as an 11-20 too...Im not a fan, but it works!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Barb - how much have you lost total now? And what week on step 2 are you now?

[Barb F.]

Well whatever was ailing my computer seems to be gone...I can see all the posts again! Whew...that was bugging me!! Bev, thanks for responding to my cry for help! I just eliminated the link that I had put in my favorites and went back to your post with the link in it and tried again...and here I am!

Lisa - I totally enjoyed our phone conversation, call anytime!! And I have to tell all of you, that I agree with Lisa totally...we realized that where we are on this MM journey is finally in a place where we do not even have to TRY to stay on plan...the cravings have been gone for so long they just simply dont even exist anymore. When there is cake and pizza in the office, I dont even have to think about staying away from it, I simply DO NOT WANT IT!! All the other diets I have tried took all the willpower I had to stay on them...and the cravings NEVER went away, which is why I was never able to stay on them for longer than a few months...MM is for Life for me!!

Natalie - my all time favorite spots at Sea World have always been the show with the sea lions and walrus, and the tank where you can pet and feed the stingrays!! My friend went last year and got to go diving in a tank with sharks...OMG, but she brought back amazing pictures and had a ball!

Bev - I have to agree with the others, even though the menus you posted are not normal days for you, you definitely need the veggies and proteins...do you like eggs? Because making up a miracle quiche every week always means I have a ready breakfast to heat and eat. I put whatever veggies I have on hand in there and get my protein and veggies in one shot!
When I started step 2, I felt the same way though, like all I was doing was eating the carb dams...Diane told me how important it was to have the protein along with the carbs...to be sure to have the 11-20 with all three meals and then before bed and middle of the night, instead of eating step 1 meals and then having the carbs in between, which is what I ended up doing...My plan for my re-entry to step 2 :

8:30am - breakfast including 11-20, so quiche or a couple hard boiled eggs with 11-20 toast.

1PM - lunch, turkey or tuna sandwich with low fat cheese and greens like leaf lettuce and spinach on it ( 11-20 bread)

5:30 - dinner, fish, chicken, or other lean meat with at least 1 cup veggies and 1/2cup brown rice or wheat pasta

10:30 - string cheese on the way to the gym from work with whole grain wheat thin crackers

12-1am - bedtime snack-atkins shake or celery with cream cheese or pb

3:30am - 1 cup milk or sugar free applesauce

I ran this menu by Diane and she said it seemed perfect!!

Robin, thank you for posting this menu. I've copied it for step2 re-entry next week. :flower3:

[disneyeveryyear]

Robin - Glad you could make it work. I didn't even stop to think you were working off a bookmark.

Well all, I think I am packing it up and calling it a day here at work. I don't normally work on Tuesday (Wed - Fri. normally), but DH and I are going to St. Louis on Friday, so I am working today so I don't lose any $, or have to take a vacation day.

I need to go home and figure out dinner. DD wants slooppy joes so I may make those and a regular hamburger for me, with a nice big veggie salad.

I'll probably catch you later tonight.

[Wisteria1956]

Robin: Bedtime snacks on Step 2 have to include an 11 - 20. I read yours twice and I don't see that in the plan. We use 12 grapes most nights as they are nice and light.

[Wisteria1956]

Thanks for all the well wishes for my realtor tour today. It couldn't have gone any better! They loved the house and my snacks! I didn't cheat! I drank water, Tutu!

[Barb F.]

Barb - how much have you lost total now? And what week on step 2 are you now?

I lost 18.5 lbs on step1 and then 5 lbs on step2 after one month. But because my waist had stayed expanded (because of the squash overload) I started step1 again last Wednesday. Total lost to date is 25 lbs :cloud9: My waist went back down too. I'll re-start step2 on Saturday.

[Barb F.]

Robin: Bedtime snacks on Step 2 have to include an 11 - 20. I read yours twice and I don't see that in the plan. We use 12 grapes most nights as they are nice and light.

Good catch!:thumbsup2

Edit: Do you think because the pre-gym snack (with 11-20) is so late and she has an 11-20 overnight, that it's ok that her before bed doesn't include an 11-20?

[Wisteria1956]

I lost 18.5 lbs on step1 and then 5 lbs on step2 after one month. But because my waist had stayed expanded (because of the squash overload) I started step1 again last Wednesday. Total lost to date is 25 lbs :cloud9: My waist went back down too. I'll re-start step2 on Saturday.

Wow, Barb! That's awesome! You are doing so wonderfully!:banana::banana::banana:

[Wisteria1956]

Nell - thanks for sending the address list again! I got this one! And I like the oatmeal idea...I know when I tried eating it every morning for 2 months my cholesterol dropped 10 points and I lost a few pounds too. Guess I will have to think about using that as an 11-20 too...Im not a fan, but it works!

I really love oatmeal, but I've never made it for myself without some fruit so what else would make it really good? I like cinnamon and walnuts. Is that enough? Hmmmm. Good place to add in your flax seed, too.

[momtozac]

Lisa--I want to thank you--I was diagnosed with CFS/FM years ago and I pretty much just poo pooed it for all these years and now that I have the Teitelbaum book and researching I totally know I'm fibro! Its like I'm just finding this out now (I know, I'm weird!) I'm going to try the ribose tomorrow for sure (to start off anyway)
Thanks!

[Wisteria1956]

Lisa--I want to thank you--I was diagnosed with CFS/FM years ago and I pretty much just poo pooed it for all these years and now that I have the Teitelbaum book and researching I totally know I'm fibro! Its like I'm just finding this out now (I know, I'm weird!) I'm going to try the ribose tomorrow for sure (to start off anyway)
Thanks!

Oh, Natalie, I am so pleased you are on the road to recovery! You are not weird. It's challenging to label oneself. I was always afraid it would give me excuses not to try, but it's better to know. I will be praying for your relief from symtoms. Have a wonderful trip and listen to your body while you are traveling. Is there a hot tub at the hotel? I find that helps a lot of my symptoms, which can kick up from travel. I have a lot more stamina now than I used to when traveling. It's sad when you love to travel and it knocks you out! I started back on my ribose yesterday!:banana:

[Wisteria1956]

Good catch!:thumbsup2

Edit: Do you think because the pre-gym snack (with 11-20) is so late and she has an 11-20 overnight, that it's ok that her before bed doesn't include an 11-20?

I think she needs the one before gym for another reason - the workout being intense and that it's a good long time before she goes to bed. Remember, we are adding small amounts with those 11 - 20's instead of eating a big ol' 55 carb bagel so it's better not to skip any. JMHO. Robin, you might want to run that by Diane again, since she approved the menu, but it looks like a skip at bedtime to me.

[Barb F.]

I really love oatmeal, but I've never made it for myself without some fruit so what else would make it really good? I like cinnamon and walnuts. Is that enough? Hmmmm. Good place to add in your flax seed, too.

The flax is a great idea to bulk up the serving size! Cinnamon and walnuts and Walden Farms maple syrup would be good too. If you don't like Walden Farms, you could try pure maple extract maybe...

[kater]

No, I mean 15 TOTAL :confused3

None of my days have been normal recently, but I'll give you yesterday:

6:30 wake up
7:00 3 pieces of lc toast with light butter (11-20)
8:30 - 10:30 - Monday Morning Moms with 3 cups of decaf & half & half
12:30 uh oh - 15 triscuits (11-20)
1:30 - 6 slices of Oscar Mayer thin sliced deli ham (35 calories & 0 carbs), 1 slice of lf Sargento colby-jack cheese; 3 string cheese
5:30 - 2 packages of apple slices from Subway (going to Zumba and stopped by Subway for DD's dinner) (11-20)
9:00 - ham & cheese sandwich - same OM ham and Sargento cheese on an Arnold's sandwich round (100 calories, 17 carbs) (11-20)
11:00 - pistachios (a lot, but I don't normally do that)
12:00 - all bran crackers (11-20)
12:15 - bed

Ok so that's yesterday.

Today looks like this:

6:15 wake up
7:15 Arnold's sandwich thin as toast with light butter (11-20)
11:15 two small packages of Planters peanuts (total of 340 calories) - I was hungry since I spent all morning on phone with computer problem.
12:00 Lunch - Arnolds ham & cheese sandwich (11-20) with small caesar salad (no croutons)
3:00 Honey crisp apple (11-20)
6:?? Dinner - haven't figured that out yet (11-20)
10:00 11-20 snack

I certainly seem to be getting enough food, but it took me the 8 weeks in the beginning to lose 10 lbs. Something doesn't seem right.

Thanks for the help.

Someone else might have said this (I haven't read ahead) but I wonder if you are actually getting enough to eat?

[Malzer]

Well, the ingredients is Chicken Breast,water,modified corn starch co,contains less than 2% of sodium lactate,salt, sugar, chicken flacor(yeast extract,salt,flavor), sodium phosphates, carrageenan,Potassium chloride,sodium diacetate, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite,carmel color that is right from the label however the nutrition facts are total fat 1g sat fat 0, trans fat 0, cholest 25mg, sodium 530mg total carb 2 , protein 9,

no sugar is listed gram wise, that is on the facts serving size is 6 slices.

Because I thought we could have this on this woe.. Man I hope we haven't messed up we are loosing though, but hopefully L&P are ok.

[kater]

I have lot 54 pounds since July, but none in the last month. I've been on step one most of that time besides a bad week long binge the beginning of August. I'm still 310 pounds, and the larger number of pounds than what you usually see are because of where I started.

Nell! I am so, so proud of you! :cheer2::grouphug::cheer2:

[Barb F.]

Well, the ingredients is Checken Breast,water,modified corn starch co,contains less than 2% of sodium lactate,salt, sugar, chicken flacor(yeast extract,salt,flavor), sodium phosphates, carrageenan,Potassium chloride,sodium diacetate, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite,carmel color that is right from the label however the nutrition facts are total fat 1g sat fat 0, trans fat 0, cholest 25mg, sodium 530mg total carb 2 , protein 9,

no sugar is listed gram wise, that is on the facts serving size is 6 slices.

Because I thought we could have this on this woe.. Man I hope we haven't messed up we are loosing though, but hopefully L&P are ok.

Even though it does contain sugar, because it's less than 1 gram per serving, they can list it as 0. The corn starch and sugar combined are giving you the 2 carbs per serving. If you are happy and losing I think you're ok. Are you on step1? If you are, be sure to count the 2 grams as part of a 5x5.

[Wisteria1956]

Melanie: How would you feel about grilling up chicken breasts or tenders in a George Foreman or under the broiler? I do enough for the week at one time and I think Nell does, too. I'm a bit concerned about the sodium and additives in your lunch meat. Nitrates are not good for you. JMHO. Or you can ask the deli counter which of the meats are sugar and nitrate free and they will slice them for you to your specification for free. Just a thought.:love:

P.S. We like Emeril's Southwest seasoning. It's MSG and nitrate free.

[Wisteria1956]

ScienceDaily (July 6, 2009) — A new study by researchers at Rhode Island Hospital have found a substantial link between increased levels of nitrates in our environment and food with increased deaths from diseases, including Alzheimer's, diabetes mellitus and Parkinson's. The study was published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.

It goes on to say:

All of these diseases are associated with increased insulin resistance and DNA damage.

Met B's are already insulin resistant so we need to stay away from processed foods containing nitrates.

[kater]

barb: I started losing again! I am sure of it now. Yes, it’s been slow, but i zipped my boots up without struggling over my fat calves today and i even had thick tights on. I had an epiphany this morning and happened to chat with robin about it. We both agreed we have reached a place that is so much better than being about willpower. Our minds and bodies simply don’t want the things we used to crave and we are not at all tempted to be around foods we don’t eat anymore. You’ve all been on diets where you persisted due to willpower and we know what that feels like, but this is such a calm, easy, natural feeling. There isn’t a devil on my shoulder telling me what i might like next. He’s not being controlled by me because i have willpower that i might lose at any momemt; he is gone!

yahoo!!!!!!

[Malzer]

I do cook some and yes that would have to be the best choice, however what I am concerned about is the fact do I need to add time to step 1? we (family and I) didn't count that as a 5x5 and I was wondering if we were messing up. We are not eating it now till we find out, but we have been eating it a lot in the past. This is my concern, didn't realize that it was a problem till I read a post somewhere( not sure which forum it was on or whom it was by)on carbs in lunch meat... that got me thinking. Thanks so much for your help!

melanie:goofy:

[Wisteria1956]

I do cook some and yes that would have to be the best choice, however what I am concerned about is the fact do I need to add time to step 1? we (family and I) didn't count that as a 5x5 and I was wondering if we were messing up. We are not eating it now till we find out, but we have been eating it a lot in the past. This is my concern, didn't realize that it was a problem till I read a post somewhere( not sure which forum it was on or whom it was by)on carbs in lunch meat... that got me thinking. Thanks so much for your help!

melanie:goofy:

I am such a whimp when it comes to telling people to add on days, lol! :confused3 I will say that I have seen another person told to add 10 days because of sugared lunch meats. Bummer, but what's 10 days in a lifetime? It might be best to be conservative with those L & P's. Several people here have done extra time for various reasons.:love:

[Wisteria1956]

Melanie: Your Goofy inspired me to find out why I haven't seen some of the smilies! I wasn't opening the box up all the way! There is another world of them. Hear that, Natalie?? We have a lot more to use before we are finished!!:artist:Here's Pam.:sail:Here's Melanie from now on - steering the course!

[gettinhealthy]

Good evening all my buddies! Another busy day for me. But I have had a lot of energy, so hopefully tomorrow is a good day also. I can't believe it's after 7 and I'm not exhausted! Part may be the allergy medicine I'm taking. Slept like a baby last night. Actually woke up refreshed and before the alarm!!
I have been busy looking at the Flylady site also. It has really helped me so far, and today was my 3rd day!! I have :laundy: washing and drying, a clean sink, and I got dressed as soon as I woke up this morning. And not a lot of computer this morning either. Usually I'm the icon, :surfweb: LOL
I forget who it was saying about not losing weight. Just stalling. I think we hit plateaus when our boxy needs to "readjust." I was always told if your weight plateaus, up your exercise a bit. Your body is used to what you're doing.
I have to share my newest experiment. I took whole pecans, melted butter and mixed them with splenda and cinnamon. Shook them up in a zip lock baggie, and put in the oven for about 10 min. They are soooo good!! popcorn::(That is me eating my pecans LOL)
I would imagine any type of nut would work if you don't like pecans. I will have to be very careful or I'll eat the whole thing!!
Good news today, Lisa. I got my one book I ordered. It is the one titled Adrenal Fatigue.
I think I'll be reading it tonight and making notes for sure. Hope my other one comes tomorrow!!
Catch you all before bed tonight.
:hyper2: (this was you guys today! Wow, 5 pages!!) Bev, thanks for starting a new thread today and linking it up for us!!:teleport:

[Daniele]

I'm really happy your Realtor meeting went so well Lisa! :hug: Yay for drinking water! Would you ever have imagined being that cool about it? I'm grateful also for not being on a "diet." It's so nice to not have to struggle with cravings all of the time!

I make the oatmeal with cinnamon and sweetener and I like it that way. It may be too plain for some people, I'm not sure. I hide the Maca in there and a little coconut oil that I use for a supplement. Flax would be a good thing to sneak in too! I have to check on the carbs though because Maca is 5 grams of carbs per tablespoon. I may have to put Maca in a smoothie instead. Barb, that's a great idea about the sugar free syrup. I never thought of that. Your right, flax would make the oatmeal a lot more filling!

Barb, that is Totally Terrific! :yay::yay::woohoo::yay::yay:Your doing great!

Natalie, I think it's great that your feeling some hope with your fibro! I hope you keep getting better and better!:hug:

Thank you Kate. I'm proud of you also!

Thank you for the nitrate info Lisa. In a perfect world I would never use food with them. I'm moving toward it! I do cook up chicken breast ahead of time for chicken salad. Usually I stew it so that I get chicken broth in the process. I use it for gravy for the dogs.

[Wisteria1956]

Nell: Unfortunately, we have nitrates leeching into our soil from nitrate fertilizers already. I have processed meat on rare occasions, too. You can't really control it very well when you are out. I was shocked when I read this newest study and what really stood out was the reference to these diseases being found in insulin resistant people. Ouch! Good idea about the chicken broth for the fur kids!

[Daniele]

We met some really nice people today. :) It was cool. I had been looking in craigslist for a dining table that everyone can fit at for Thanksgiving. We found a nice set, it's the kind with the chairs on wheels and it has a leaf in it to make it long. The nicest thing was the people. They were really sweet. The couple had made a beautiful garden in the back with a pergola covered with thick vines. After talking for a bit the wife brought me back to show me. They had a pretty golden retriever. And they are going to bring the table to us next week because he has a van he can drive. He's not well, so we'll have to unload it, but it's a big help. She gave me enourmous lilly bulbs too. They are the size of a turnip. I have no idea what kind of lillies come out of bulbs like that, but I think I'm going to be finding out one of these days! :rotfl: I got them all in the ground beside the carport, in the rain of course. Doesn't that always happen when your trying to plant something? It was lovely to meet nice people.

[gettinhealthy]

We met some really nice people today. :) It was cool. I had been looking in craigslist for a dining table that everyone can fit at for Thanksgiving. We found a nice set, it's the kind with the chairs on wheels and it has a leaf in it to make it long. The nicest thing was the people. They were really sweet. The couple had made a beautiful garden in the back with a pergola covered with thick vines. After talking for a big the wife brought me back to show me. They had a pretty golden retriever. And they are going to bring the table to us next week because he has a van he can drive. He's not well, so we'll have to unload it, but it's a big help. She gave me enourmous lilly bulbs too. They are the size of a turnip. I have no idea what kind of lillies come out of bulbs like that, but I think I'm going to be finding out one of these days! :rotfl: I got them all in the ground beside the carport, in the rain of course. Doesn't that always happen when your trying to plant something? It was lovely to meet nice people.
I am so glad you met such nice people. Her garden sounds lovely. At least planting the bulbs in the rain, you won't need to water them LOL.
We are getting our rain tonight and tomorrow.
So glad you got your table, Nell

[Daniele]

I am so glad you met such nice people. Her garden sounds lovely. At least planting the bulbs in the rain, you won't need to water them LOL.
We are getting our rain tonight and tomorrow.
So glad you got your table, Nell

Thank you Kathy! They were really sweet! It made my day, probably week even! I love the table. The chairs are big and comfy too, which is a bonus. I can't wait to have it here so that I have a place to sit and talk. I've tried to have a conversation in the room with the TV, and it doesn't work. :happytv:

[gettinhealthy]

Thank you Kathy! They were really sweet! It made my day, probably week even! I love the table. The chairs are big and comfy too, which is a bonus. I can't wait to have it here so that I have a place to sit and talk. I've tried to have a conversation in the room with the TV, and it doesn't work. :happytv:

I have noticed that when we go to my mom's or friend's houses, we always end up in the kitchen. I guess we are "kitchen" people. Just feels homey to me to sit at the table with coffee, drink, whatever, and just talk all evening. I am so glad you got your table. It sounds sooo pretty! I would love to have chairs with wheels. Thank goodness I don't, or I'd be rolling all over the house LOL!:scared:

[Cindycin]

I will try to start adding some protein with my carbs. I am getting ready to have an apple and will have a piece of string cheese with it. I'll try to figure something out about breakfast too.




I know what you mean about not having any cravings. I am not even afraid of Halloween this year. There is truly an inner peace about eating this way.

I know what you mean. I have absolutely no cravings for any crappy candy. I do love my dark chocolate though. We've had a ton of candy in the house since Nana and Papa brought each of the kids a huge bag of candy for Sweetest Day, doesn't even interest me. Doesn't it feel good!:banana:

[Wisteria1956]

I know what you mean. I have absolutely no cravings for any crappy candy. I do love my dark chocolate though. We've had a ton of candy in the house since Nana and Papa brought each of the kids a huge bag of candy for Sweetest Day, doesn't even interest me. Doesn't it feel good!:banana:

It feels really good! I do enjoy a tiny bit of that tea infused dark chocolate, but it's so easy for me to let a tiny square melt in my mouth and when I'm finished, that's it! How cool is that! :cool1:

[honeygram]

Thanks for letting me join you here. I am in week 5 on
step One. I feel that this will be a great motivation for me.
I look forward to reading everyone's post and this will be
very helpful.

Honeygram

[Virginiaponygirl]

Quickie post before I go talk to Ken...he is getting up at 2am to call from London! OMG, I love him!!

Lisa -I appreciate your concern on my menu, but since I am eating an 11-20 at 10:30 before my workout, I shouldnt need another until the one at 3:30am, right? I only add in the bedtime snack because I am usually hungry after the gym and coming here to check in with you guys before I head to bed. I dont think I need to have another 11-20 in between the 10:30 and 3:30 do I ????

Hey Kate - did you notice you are a Mouseketeer now? I guess you have earned your ears!! LOL

Nell - so glad you found a deal and nice people too!

Kathy - I cant keep everyone out of my kitchen at holiday gatherings either!!

Melanie - I think I would go for the extra 10 days...just to be sure, Diane had answered this question for someone on LCF and that was her answer.

Barb - you are doing awesome! I wish I could feel my tummy deflate sometime soon!

Will probably be back to check in one more time before bed...but I am blowing you guys off to talk to Ken at 9!! LOVE YOU GUYS!! hee hee

[gettinhealthy]

Well guys, I believe I will call it a night. Getting a little tired LOL. But what a great day!!
I will be praying for everyone, including all prayer requests not asked.
Have a great night everyone, and sweet dreams. And yes, God has blessed me. With all of you.
I love you all, and so grateful for each of you!!

[gettinhealthy]

Thanks for letting me join you here. I am in week 5 on
step One. I feel that this will be a great motivation for me.
I look forward to reading everyone's post and this will be
very helpful.

Honeygram

Welcome home Honeygram!! :dance3::cheer2: Here is a hug for you :grouphug:
There is one thing you must do to stay here. Try out all the smilies!! So glad you're here.
Yes, we will supply all the support you need, and don't need. Just watch out for Tutu and her zapper!! LOL:wizard:

[Cindycin]

Good evening all my buddies! Another busy day for me. But I have had a lot of energy, so hopefully tomorrow is a good day also. I can't believe it's after 7 and I'm not exhausted! Part may be the allergy medicine I'm taking. Slept like a baby last night. Actually woke up refreshed and before the alarm!!
I have been busy looking at the Flylady site also. It has really helped me so far, and today was my 3rd day!! I have :laundy: washing and drying, a clean sink, and I got dressed as soon as I woke up this morning. And not a lot of computer this morning either. Usually I'm the icon, :surfweb: LOL
I forget who it was saying about not losing weight. Just stalling. I think we hit plateaus when our boxy needs to "readjust." I was always told if your weight plateaus, up your exercise a bit. Your body is used to what you're doing.
I have to share my newest experiment. I took whole pecans, melted butter and mixed them with splenda and cinnamon. Shook them up in a zip lock baggie, and put in the oven for about 10 min. They are soooo good!! popcorn::(That is me eating my pecans LOL)
I would imagine any type of nut would work if you don't like pecans. I will have to be very careful or I'll eat the whole thing!!
Good news today, Lisa. I got my one book I ordered. It is the one titled Adrenal Fatigue.
I think I'll be reading it tonight and making notes for sure. Hope my other one comes tomorrow!!
Catch you all before bed tonight.
:hyper2: (this was you guys today! Wow, 5 pages!!) Bev, thanks for starting a new thread today and linking it up for us!!:teleport:

Kathy - what is adrenal fatigue?

[gettinhealthy]

Kathy - what is adrenal fatigue?

Here is the first paragraph from a website (posting the site too).

What is Adrenal Fatigue?

Adrenal fatigue is a collection of signs and symptoms, known as a "syndrome", that results when the adrenal glands function below the necessary level. Most commonly associated with intense or prolonged stress, it can also arise during or after acute or chronic infections, especially respiratory infections such as influenza, bronchitis or pneumonia. As the name suggests, its paramount symptom is fatigue that is not relieved by sleep but it is not a readily identifiable entity like measles or a growth on the end of your finger. You may look and act relatively normal with adrenal fatigue and may not have any obvious signs of physical illness, yet you live with a general sense of unwellness, tiredness or "gray" feelings. People suffering from adrenal fatigue often have to use coffee, colas and other stimulants to get going in the morning and to prop themselves up during the day.
http://www.adrenalfatigue.org/about-adrenal-fatigue.html

Lisa recommended a book called "From Fatigued to Fantastic." Can't remember the doctor who wrote it, sorry. She said it really helped with her fibromyalgia. I ordered that book off amazon and also "Adrenal Fatigue."

[honeygram]

Welcome home Honeygram!! :dance3::cheer2: Here is a hug for you :grouphug:
There is one thing you must do to stay here. Try out all the smilies!! So glad you're here.
Yes, we will supply all the support you need, and don't need. Just watch out for Tutu and her zapper!! LOL:wizard:

thanks,
I have some :laundry to do. Talk later













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[Daniele]

I don't have any candy cravings either! It's really neat! We are so blessed! :goodvibes

Hi Honeygram!!! Nice to meet you!!!

Pony, It is so cool that Ken is getting up to call you! I am so happy for you! :hug:

I come from a long line of Kitchen people too! That's why I'm so excited to get this table. We had a little one with stiff chairs. Because I have such a large derrière I feel as though I'm a bird perching on them! :lmao: These new chairs are going to be nice and huggy! It's going to be so nice going onto step two and having such a nice table to set and sit down to. I feel very grateful.
:)

[Wisteria1956]

Hey, Robin, What I understand the Step 2 rules to be, a bedtime 11-20 is an absolute - within an hour of going to sleep. If you are adding one before the workout because of what kind of workout it is, that is like a sub-rule, but the bedtime one is one of the top 3 rules. Do you want to check with Diane? :confused3 Have a great call with Ken!:chat:

:welcome:to Honeygram!

[Wisteria1956]

Nell: I'm so excited for your new table and chairs! You will have such a great time with the family at Thanksgiving. What a nice lady to bless you with lillies. You will remember her whenever they bloom and someday you can bless someone else with a bulb. I love that!:flower3:

[Daniele]

Hey, Robin, What I understand the Step 2 rules to be, a bedtime 11-20 is an absolute - within an hour of going to sleep. If you are adding one before the workout because of what kind of workout it is, that is like a sub-rule, but the bedtime one is one of the top 3 rules. Do you want to check with Diane? :confused3 Have a great call with Ken!:chat:

:welcome:to Honeygram!

Thanks for that reminder Lisa! I'm going to re-read the part about rules to thrive by. It's going to be a few days until I go shopping, so I'm planning on brushing up on step two. I can't wait! I feel pretty confident because of those of you that have gone before me. Thank you all for being here! :grouphug:

Hey Lisa, how are you tonight? Is Tom home with you?

[Daniele]

Well guys, I believe I will call it a night. Getting a little tired LOL. But what a great day!!
I will be praying for everyone, including all prayer requests not asked.
Have a great night everyone, and sweet dreams. And yes, God has blessed me. With all of you.
I love you all, and so grateful for each of you!!

Sweet Dreams Kathy! :grouphug:

[Malzer]

Well,
If we have to add 10 days that is not a big deal, I was worried I would have to start all over and in wk 5 of step 1 that would be tragic:sad1::sad1:

Now here is my question the serving on this is 6 slices for 2 carbs, could we have 3 for 1 carb and not count as 5x5 and if so how long between the servings could we have ... I know that this isn't as healthy as eating "forman"chicken, but my DH loves this and if it is the only way to get him to stick with this I need to find out what to do on this :headache: He has a long way to go (like I don't):guilty: But we can do this I know we can. :cheer2:

Where is the christmas list?? someone mentioned they needed my address or something and I need all of yours too!!:grouphug:

[Wisteria1956]

Thanks for that reminder Lisa! I'm going to re-read the part about rules to thrive by. It's going to be a few days until I go shopping, so I'm planning on brushing up on step two. I can't wait! I feel pretty confident because of those of you that have gone before me. Thank you all for being here! :grouphug:

Hey Lisa, how are you tonight? Is Tom home with you?

He'll be home soon. We have another contractor assessing the roof situation at his Mom's old house. Yuck. You are sweet to ask. Bonnie is here waiting for him, but keeping me company. Diane had the Step 2 rules clearly on her blog not too long ago. I would go there and scan for it if I wanted to brush up because it was very succinct.

[Daniele]

Well,
If we have to add 10 days that is not a big deal, I was worried I would have to start all over and in wk 5 of step 1 that would be tragic:sad1::sad1:

Now here is my question the serving on this is 6 slices for 2 carbs, could we have 3 for 1 carb and not count as 5x5 and if so how long between the servings could we have ... I know that this isn't as healthy as eating "forman"chicken, but my DH loves this and if it is the only way to get him to stick with this I need to find out what to do on this :headache: He has a long way to go (like I don't):guilty: But we can do this I know we can. :cheer2:

Where is the christmas list?? someone mentioned they needed my address or something and I need all of yours too!!:grouphug:

Email me your information at ContentedSoulDW@aol.com and I'll put you on the list! We're going to be sending holiday cards back and forth.

[Wisteria1956]

Well,
If we have to add 10 days that is not a big deal, I was worried I would have to start all over and in wk 5 of step 1 that would be tragic:sad1::sad1:

Now here is my question the serving on this is 6 slices for 2 carbs, could we have 3 for 1 carb and not count as 5x5 and if so how long between the servings could we have ... I know that this isn't as healthy as eating "forman"chicken, but my DH loves this and if it is the only way to get him to stick with this I need to find out what to do on this :headache: He has a long way to go (like I don't):guilty: But we can do this I know we can. :cheer2:

Where is the christmas list?? someone mentioned they needed my address or something and I need all of yours too!!:grouphug:

Yes, 1 carb is a freebie. I don't know how long between you would need to wait. Maybe 2 hours? Anyone else know? I'm so glad your DH is doing this with you! That's awesome. 10 days gives you a detox from mistakes so you don't have to start over - no way!:hug:

[SunneeCynnee]

How is everyone doing tonight? I finally have a few minutes to sit and catch up - thankfully I stumbled onto part deux..

This is about week 3 for me on step 2. I had a rough start but I think I am in my groove.

Here is a sample of what I had today for food:

B - 8am lc tortilla w/ ricotta, splenda and cinnamon - 1/2 small banana (11-20) hot tea w/ splenda

s - 11am turkey pepperoni w/ lf cheddar chunks

L - 12:30pm - 2 sl ww bread (11-20) w/ low salt ham and low fat mozzy w/ light mayo and a salad with balsamic vinegar.

S - 3:30pm celery w/ nat pb and 1/2 small banana (11-20)

D - 6:30pm sausage w/ home made sauce, steamed broccoli and cauliflower and 2 slices of 5 carb garlic bread. *11-20 blend of bread and sauce*

S - 9:30pm Carb smart ice cream bar (11-20)

water - 70 ozs.

How's that look? :thumbsup2

Got my bloodwork back - everything looks GREAT!!! Lipids, sugar level etc. right where they need to be. MM Rocks!!! :banana: :yay: :cool2:

Still waiting on hearing from Zumba mama and other Florida MMers on scheduling a lunch/brunch date....Daniele, I have no problem driving to the west coast....we'll see!

Sunnee :littleangel:

[Wisteria1956]

Email me your information at ContentedSoulDW@aol.com and I'll put you on the list! We're going to be sending holiday cards back and forth.

Nell, I wonder if everyone has Excel on their computers? I was thinking of making an Excel sheet and adding our phone numbers and email addresses. Then we can update the one document whenever we add someone or they move, etc. If anyone cannot open Excel, will you let me know?:surfweb:

[Daniele]

He'll be home soon. We have another contractor assessing the roof situation at his Mom's old house. Yuck. You are sweet to ask. Bonnie is here waiting for him, but keeping me company. Diane had the Step 2 rules clearly on her blog not too long ago. I would go there and scan for it if I wanted to brush up because it was very succinct.

That's good that he'll be home soon. I keep forgetting that your so much earlier than me. :) We are talking about getting Budakka one of those ball pitcher's that Bonnie has. Or one of the kids ones that we can let her use. I bet she'd love it!

I'm going to scan Diane's blog and go over the step two info there also. Thanks!

[Daniele]

Nell, I wonder if everyone has Excel on their computers? I was thinking of making an Excel sheet and adding our phone numbers and email addresses. Then we can update the one document whenever we add someone or they move, etc. If anyone cannot open Excel, will you let me know?:surfweb:

That would be really neat Lisa! Do you have the time to do it? I can open excel. And if someone doesn't have Microsoft office, then it's easy enough to copy and paste an email for them.

[Wisteria1956]

That's good that he'll be home soon. I keep forgetting that your so much earlier than me. :) We are talking about getting Budakka one of those ball pitcher's that Bonnie has. Or one of the kids ones that we can let her use. I bet she'd love it!

I'm going to scan Diane's blog and go over the step two info there also. Thanks!

I wish Buddy and Bonnie could play together and save us a lot of money! Bonnie loves other dogs. She is so cute and expressive. I'm really glad to have her company, even if she does wear me out!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Well DARN, all the circuits to the UK are showing busy signals...he tried through the operator and she said they have put in a trouble ticket...so he Im'd instead! He is going to try again before I go to work in the morning...Oh well, talking to him online was better than nothing at all!

Lisa - I did message Diane to be sure...I just figured if I had ANOTHER 11-20 before bed, then again at 3:30am, that would be ALOT of 11-20's in a day! I remember from my past step 2 start that I felt so full just having the 5 a day! Im also going to go re-read the blog and the book again too. Dont want to mess the re-start up right from the get go!!

Welcome Honeygram! We are so glad you and Melanie are here with us!

Nell - how much sweetener and cinnamon do you put in your oatmeal? I assume it is probably 1/2 cup oatmeal that is legal for step 2? I could definitely stomach it with that in it, plus maybe a few pecans or walnuts once in awhile.

Sunnee - How about sending me your e-mail address again? The one you gave us for yahoo wont go through, so maybe I wrote it down wrong!! And send Nell your home address for our Christmas card list!! I dont want to comment on your menu, since I am still not quite sure of my own! But Im sure Lisa and Barb can check it out.

Melanie - I would try to stay away from the nitrates too...maybe if DH is hooked on what you have you could get it for him and have something else for yourself? I know it is a pain to have to prepare all this different stuff, but I always decided to play it safe!!

Tom gets married in 4 days!!

[Daniele]

Well DARN, all the circuits to the UK are showing busy signals...he tried through the operator and she said they have put in a trouble ticket...so he Im'd instead! He is going to try again before I go to work in the morning...Oh well, talking to him online was better than nothing at all!

Lisa - I did message Diane to be sure...I just figured if I had ANOTHER 11-20 before bed, then again at 3:30am, that would be ALOT of 11-20's in a day! I remember from my past step 2 start that I felt so full just having the 5 a day! Im also going to go re-read the blog and the book again too. Dont want to mess the re-start up right from the get go!!

Welcome Honeygram! We are so glad you and Melanie are here with us!

Nell - how much sweetener and cinnamon do you put in your oatmeal? I assume it is probably 1/2 cup oatmeal that is legal for step 2? I could definitely stomach it with that in it, plus maybe a few pecans or walnuts once in awhile.

Sunnee - How about sending me your e-mail address again? The one you gave us for yahoo wont go through, so maybe I wrote it down wrong!! And send Nell your home address for our Christmas card list!! I dont want to comment on your menu, since I am still not quite sure of my own! But Im sure Lisa and Barb can check it out.

Melanie - I would try to stay away from the nitrates too...maybe if DH is hooked on what you have you could get it for him and have something else for yourself? I know it is a pain to have to prepare all this different stuff, but I always decided to play it safe!!

Tom gets married in 4 days!!

I'm so sorry Pony. You must be disappointed. I'm glad you'll get to talk to Ken in the morning. :hug:

I don't measure the oatmeal mix, I just throw it together. When I used to use packets, I used two of them, but I was much more of a sweet tooth then. I liberally sprinkle cinnamon and then mix it in. Probably the first time bring the sweetener and the Cinnamon to the table, then you can adjust as needed!

[Barb F.]

We met some really nice people today. :) It was cool. I had been looking in craigslist for a dining table that everyone can fit at for Thanksgiving. We found a nice set, it's the kind with the chairs on wheels and it has a leaf in it to make it long. The nicest thing was the people. They were really sweet. The couple had made a beautiful garden in the back with a pergola covered with thick vines. After talking for a bit the wife brought me back to show me. They had a pretty golden retriever. And they are going to bring the table to us next week because he has a van he can drive. He's not well, so we'll have to unload it, but it's a big help. She gave me enourmous lilly bulbs too. They are the size of a turnip. I have no idea what kind of lillies come out of bulbs like that, but I think I'm going to be finding out one of these days! :rotfl: I got them all in the ground beside the carport, in the rain of course. Doesn't that always happen when your trying to plant something? It was lovely to meet nice people.

Nell, how wonderful that you met such nice people. You must be so excited to have some new furniture for the holidays. Now you have something more to decorate! :woohoo:

[Daniele]

Nell, how wonderful that you met such nice people. You must be so excited to have some new furniture for the holidays. Now you have something more to decorate! :woohoo:

Woo Hoo! More to decorate!!! :woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[Barb F.]

Well,
If we have to add 10 days that is not a big deal, I was worried I would have to start all over and in wk 5 of step 1 that would be tragic:sad1::sad1:

Now here is my question the serving on this is 6 slices for 2 carbs, could we have 3 for 1 carb and not count as 5x5 and if so how long between the servings could we have ... I know that this isn't as healthy as eating "forman"chicken, but my DH loves this and if it is the only way to get him to stick with this I need to find out what to do on this :headache: He has a long way to go (like I don't):guilty: But we can do this I know we can. :cheer2:

Where is the christmas list?? someone mentioned they needed my address or something and I need all of yours too!!:grouphug:

It really helps to look at the sample menus that Diane gives in the book to figure out the timing. I left my book at work but I think you can have the 3 slices as a freebie if it's 2 1/2 or 3 hours after a 5x5. It would be the same as a 1 carb Atkins shake as a snack between meals as a freebie. Anyone else have any thoughts on this? JMHO.

[Barb F.]

How is everyone doing tonight? I finally have a few minutes to sit and catch up - thankfully I stumbled onto part deux..

This is about week 3 for me on step 2. I had a rough start but I think I am in my groove.

Here is a sample of what I had today for food:

B - 8am lc tortilla w/ ricotta, splenda and cinnamon - 1/2 small banana (11-20) hot tea w/ splenda

s - 11am turkey pepperoni w/ lf cheddar chunks

L - 12:30pm - 2 sl ww bread (11-20) w/ low salt ham and low fat mozzy w/ light mayo and a salad with balsamic vinegar.

S - 3:30pm celery w/ nat pb and 1/2 small banana (11-20)

D - 6:30pm sausage w/ home made sauce, steamed broccoli and cauliflower and 2 slices of 5 carb garlic bread. *11-20 blend of bread and sauce*

S - 9:30pm Carb smart ice cream bar (11-20)

water - 70 ozs.

How's that look? :thumbsup2

Got my bloodwork back - everything looks GREAT!!! Lipids, sugar level etc. right where they need to be. MM Rocks!!! :banana: :yay: :cool2:

Still waiting on hearing from Zumba mama and other Florida MMers on scheduling a lunch/brunch date....Daniele, I have no problem driving to the west coast....we'll see!

Sunnee :littleangel:

Sunnee, your menu looks awesome, great job! :thumbsup2

[Daniele]

It really helps to look at the sample menus that Diane gives in the book to figure out the timing. I left my book at work but I think you can have the 3 slices as a freebie if it's 2 1/2 or 3 hours after a 5x5. It would be the same as a 1 carb Atkins shake as a snack between meals as a freebie. Anyone else have any thoughts on this? JMHO.

I think your right Barb. It sounds right on the mark.

Malzar, they also make lunch meat with lower carbs, as low as 1 carb per serving. Is your husband stuck on that one brand? I have used sliced turkey for a snack and put a little bit of whipped cream cheese in the center and roll it up. It's as filling as a sandwich even though it doesn't have the bread.

[Daniele]

Well, I'm getting mighty sleepy. I hope everyone that haven't had time to drop by are well tonight. I'm going to retire to bed with my MM book. Night everyone!:grouphug:

[Barb F.]

Well, I'm getting mighty sleepy. I hope everyone that haven't had time to drop by are well tonight. I'm going to retire to bed with my MM book. Night everyone!:grouphug:

Night Nell, sweet dreams.

[Wisteria1956]

Sunnee: Great to see you! Menu looks great – just one question? How many carbs are in your lc tortilla? Congrats on your great blood work!

[Carol-Fish]

Nell, What a great find on Craigslist! I love that site. I've met alot of nice people thru it too, both selling and buying. That was sweet of the lady to give you some bulbs, too.

My brain is in a fog tonight. We had company for dinner so I spent the afternoon cleaning house and prepping the food. Nothing exciting....we did breakfast for dinner. Turned out good and was legal. I made a fruit salad with apples and pears and then mixed in some plain greek yogurt, 1/4 package sf vanilla pudding mix, some vanilla extract and some 1/2 & 1/2. Added a little more splenda too. It was so yummy and I counted it as my 11-20.

Will spend tomorrow making a Luke Skywalker costume for my 3 yr old grandson. I thought I would be able to just lay him down on the floor and trace around him, but the top is more like a robe that crosses in the front. Not hard, but did have to go buy a pattern. I was lucky to find one of the cheap ones as I'm not willing to pay $10 or more for a pattern. Wish me luck! I had forgotten that they had Luke dressed almost entirely in white. Like you can save the universe without getting your clothes all stained and torn...not!

Lisa, I could very well have Excel on my computer but as usual I will have to find one of my kids to show me how to get there. It is a there, isn't it? It's not a download, because I have to tell you I'm not real successfull at those things. I have a long list of things I've downloaded but can't seem to look at them. I've been told to double click on them but nothing happens. On the bright side, I haven't lost a post or had it eaten in the last few days since I copy and paste now. :banana:

Am going to stumble into bed now. See you tomorrow!

Carol
Step 2


Feast upon the words of Christ

[Malzer]

Pony so sorry to hear that you didn't get your phone call, hopefully you will in the morning.:love:

But on a different note:rolleyes1 I e-amiled Diane with my question and she said that the deli chicken was fine and it is a neutral food,:thumbsup2 so that is great for us :yay::yay: So if anyone else has that question then you know the answer! I am so glad that we don't have to start over on step 1 for 8 more wks :rotfl2:

This chicken meat is nice because it is not slimy like some of the others that I have tasted, and is handy to grab in the middle of the night as a snack and go back to bed!:rotfl: That is the reason I think that we all liked it so much!

I am so proud of myself I did a 20 min workout (zumba tape, and made it all the way to the end!:dancer: Then I did some more bends and lunges to take up the other 10 min.!!:ccat:

I don't think that I have excel on my computer. Not sure but don't think honeygram does either.

Have a nice night have to goto bed now!
Melanie:goofy:

[Wisteria1956]

Melanie: That's great news about the meat. We sure need our Diane from time to time, don't we? She's been a real gem about answering questions and making people feel so valued and comfortable. I think she's got a real gift for communication. Sorry we went around about it, but it's better to ask about these things and then we know for the next time. Have a great night!

[Seabreezes]

Tuesday-
Catching up on posts:

Lisa - yes the trees are aspens. We saw them when we dove to Carson City at this time last year. People were pulling over and taking pictures they were so beautiful. Where on HWY 49 were you?

Barb – I have a recipe for cinnamon nuts that I have used before, but not recently. I’ll try it again and see if it is worth sharing. I think it came out better than the one in the book, but am not sure.

Yay on the new pants size Lisa. I had on an outfit today that I have not worn for quite a while. My friend said you look so much trimmer in that outfit – and of course, I beamed!! I told hubby it is like having a whole new wardrobe in my closet these days.

Belated Happy Birthday, Natalie

Welcome Natalie – this group is awesome

Just finished page 99 – and will start the new thread later.

Hope everyone liked their food, Laura. I have a close friend that was a realtor and her spreads were always unreal. She said she had every realtor in the area whether they wanted to see here house or not, they wanted to see what she was serving that day!!

CHILI – I use one can of black soy beans for each pound of meat. I used one smaller sized can of crushed tomatoes, chopped up onion and a bag of frozen peppers. You probably have access to fresh ones and I would use those. I also put a big spoonful of crushed garlic in and then add lots of chili powder. I then simmer it in the crock pot all day. I brown the meat and onion together before putting it in the crock pot. Taste test to see if it spicy enough for you – go slowly on the chili if you do not like spicy. It takes a while for the beans to get the flavor in them.

Robin – I was having some problems posting so just gave up. I usually think they are doing some maintenance at the hours I get on, but don’t know. I have gone to one post as that is working best for me. (I was not having the problem you were having. I still think it is the late hour)

I think if there are carbs in the lunch meat there is sugar added. I read a lot of labels this morning as I couldn’t find a turkey I liked. I finally found 0 carb turkey in the deli section of Costco. (I guess this is a moot point now)

Lisa – there is a wasabi mayo we get here in the Oriental section, but I would just add wasabi to some mayo and put it on top of the fish. It is Dynasty Brand.

I thought I tried to become your friend a while ago, I will try it again.

Robin – thanks for menu – it is printing right now. Not sure when I will get to step 2 though!!!! We have had too much going on and I keep thinking I need to add 10 days again!! :mad:

Barb – what weight did you start at? I can’t remember from the old thread. (I guess I could go check!!) If I was depending on a number I would have given this up a long time ago as there is basically no change for me.:confused:
You are doing really well – KUTGW

Oatmeal with nuts and cinnamon should be yummy.

Kathy – that is basically the way I make my sugared nuts – much better than doing them in a pan on top of the stove. They get roasted this way.

The Walden Farms syrup is one of their better things!:)

Welcome Honeygram!

Nell – what a lovely day!.... a new table and bulbs. You will remember it for a long time.

If anyone is writing to Diane could you ask her about the unsweetened Almond Breeze. Is it a freebie as it is made from just almonds?? I have seen a recipe for making it

I have Excel

Glad to hear I can use meats with one carb

I finally made it through through the posts. It is late everywhere else so you will get all of this in the AM. Sorry it has taken so long to answer some of the questions.

I see my name is not on the Christmas list. I sent it, but will re-try.

Hope everyone slept well. I’ll “see” you later in the day.

Love to all :love:

[Cindycin]

Good morning everyone. I am up bright and early today. Already got my filing done. I had to be up by 7 to let the "door" man come in and measure our front door. We are getting a new one. I believe the door that is on the house is original and the house was built in 78.

Got 2 loads of laundry done and I'm ready to go to work now. Hopefully, I won't be too busy paying everyone elses bills and making sure they have the right information to me. Oh, and my sink is shiny too Kathy!

Hope everyone has a great day!:lovestruc

[Cindycin]

These are legal right? I'd like to have them for my breakfast.

[Virginiaponygirl]

YAWN.....early for me, but got to talk to Ken, so I will be tired but Happy today!!

Nell - thanks for the hug, I was more frustrated than disappointed! Darn those international calling circuits anyway! We tried there to here, I tried calling from here, tried 3 different operators for assistance, but no way were we getting through last night!! Maybe its just everybody trying to call at the same time and not enough circuits...who knows!:confused3 I do know that even if it takes a day or so, we are still getting to talk every couple days...the bad news is that he might not get back here to the states before having to return to china, but its all good...this is a very important contract for him and I am being very understanding!! He is so afraid I am going to take off on him...and of course you guys all know that AINT happening!!:laughing::love:

Melanie - so glad you got clarification from Diane, her messages always make me feel better and are a huge sigh of relief!!

Jocelyn - my posting problem finally went away, have no idea what goes on sometimes! Please let us know your recipe for the nuts...I am going to try Kathy's too, as the one in the book was good, but Kathy's sounded much better!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Good Morning Cindy! sounds like you already have half a days work done! I like the Atkins bars...they all have different carb counts, so just check each different flavor...I even used the 7g ones on step 1, just divided into 4 bites and left one off, then combined the "last bites" to make another 5x5! LOL, since you are on step 2, they should all be fine, I dont recall that any of them were over 20g. Most of the other protein bars are way high in carbs though...I had some Zone bars I had to give away, they were like 28g, 33g, so I read more carefully now!

[SunneeCynnee]

Sunnee: Great to see you! Menu looks great – just one question? How many carbs are in your lc tortilla? Congrats on your great blood work!

I have the lavish flat bread and cut it in half. It's 4 net carbs. :banana:

Good Morning everyone!!! :grouphug:

[Cindycin]

Good Morning Cindy! sounds like you already have half a days work done! I like the Atkins bars...they all have different carb counts, so just check each different flavor...I even used the 7g ones on step 1, just divided into 4 bites and left one off, then combined the "last bites" to make another 5x5! LOL, since you are on step 2, they should all be fine, I dont recall that any of them were over 20g. Most of the other protein bars are way high in carbs though...I had some Zone bars I had to give away, they were like 28g, 33g, so I read more carefully now!

Perfect. They are 12 net carbs (22g carbs and 10g fiber). Makes it much easier for breakfast.

I have a headache today probably cause I was up 3 times with my little man and got up extra early. I hate taken meds, but I think I will take 2 advil this am.

Have a great day Robin!!!:love:

[disneyeveryyear]

ScienceDaily (July 6, 2009) — A new study by researchers at Rhode Island Hospital have found a substantial link between increased levels of nitrates in our environment and food with increased deaths from diseases, including Alzheimer's, diabetes mellitus and Parkinson's. The study was published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.

It goes on to say:

All of these diseases are associated with increased insulin resistance and DNA damage.

Met B's are already insulin resistant so we need to stay away from processed foods containing nitrates.

Thanks for the info Lisa. Sounds like I'll be losing my beloved ham. I think by the time we are all finished we'll be eating "whole" again, like they did in the old days. I was looking at the ingredient list in Malzer's ham. I saw "nitrite", I am assuming those are nitrates. What other words do I need to look for, do you know?

[disneyeveryyear]

We met some really nice people today. :) It was cool. I had been looking in craigslist for a dining table that everyone can fit at for Thanksgiving. We found a nice set, it's the kind with the chairs on wheels and it has a leaf in it to make it long. The nicest thing was the people. They were really sweet. The couple had made a beautiful garden in the back with a pergola covered with thick vines. After talking for a bit the wife brought me back to show me. They had a pretty golden retriever. And they are going to bring the table to us next week because he has a van he can drive. He's not well, so we'll have to unload it, but it's a big help. She gave me enourmous lilly bulbs too. They are the size of a turnip. I have no idea what kind of lillies come out of bulbs like that, but I think I'm going to be finding out one of these days! :rotfl: I got them all in the ground beside the carport, in the rain of course. Doesn't that always happen when your trying to plant something? It was lovely to meet nice people.

Nell, sounds like a lovely day. The other thing to be thankful for (in addition to the table and the new friends) is that you were able to plant the bulbs. Think how far you have come girl!:woohoo:

Lisa - sounds like you had a great open house. I am glad to know that there are realtors out there who are able to be successful in this economy.

Kathy - glad you were full of energy. I hope today goes as well.

[kater]

Nell, What a great find on Craigslist! I love that site. I've met alot of nice people thru it too, both selling and buying. That was sweet of the lady to give you some bulbs, too.

My brain is in a fog tonight. We had company for dinner so I spent the afternoon cleaning house and prepping the food. Nothing exciting....we did breakfast for dinner. Turned out good and was legal. I made a fruit salad with apples and pears and then mixed in some plain greek yogurt, 1/4 package sf vanilla pudding mix, some vanilla extract and some 1/2 & 1/2. Added a little more splenda too. It was so yummy and I counted it as my 11-20.

Will spend tomorrow making a Luke Skywalker costume for my 3 yr old grandson. I thought I would be able to just lay him down on the floor and trace around him, but the top is more like a robe that crosses in the front. Not hard, but did have to go buy a pattern. I was lucky to find one of the cheap ones as I'm not willing to pay $10 or more for a pattern. Wish me luck! I had forgotten that they had Luke dressed almost entirely in white. Like you can save the universe without getting your clothes all stained and torn...not!

Lisa, I could very well have Excel on my computer but as usual I will have to find one of my kids to show me how to get there. It is a there, isn't it? It's not a download, because I have to tell you I'm not real successfull at those things. I have a long list of things I've downloaded but can't seem to look at them. I've been told to double click on them but nothing happens. On the bright side, I haven't lost a post or had it eaten in the last few days since I copy and paste now. :banana:

Am going to stumble into bed now. See you tomorrow!

Carol
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Feast upon the words of Christ

Hmmmmmm. I love pudding. I am curious about adding the sf vanilla pudding mix to the fruit salad? What does it do?

Good luck with the Halloween costume. I always loved Halloween with my girls. The is the first year that we haven't had a carve pumpkin/bake Halloween cookies party....

I love Craigslist too. My younger DD, the one that left for college in August, has a huge dorm room (if you can believe that). She needed some kind of big rug for the room. She saw one on Craigslist that she liked but it was $250 so she didn't even respond to the ad. A couple of weeks later she saw it again but the price had dropped to $75. She called the lady and said she was a poor college student and all she could afford was $50. The lady agreed. Then Chloe told her she didn't have a car or anyway to pick it up. The lady was nice enough to have her 21 year old son deliver it. Chloe and her roommate ended up spending the afternoon with the lady's son.....

[kater]

Nell, I wonder if everyone has Excel on their computers? I was thinking of making an Excel sheet and adding our phone numbers and email addresses. Then we can update the one document whenever we add someone or they move, etc. If anyone cannot open Excel, will you let me know?:surfweb:

Great idea Lisa!

[kater]

Tom gets married in 4 days!!

THREE days now! :cool1::cool1::cool1:

[Cindycin]

Hmmmmmm. I love pudding. I am curious about adding the sf vanilla pudding mix to the fruit salad? What does it do?

Good luck with the Halloween costume. I always loved Halloween with my girls. The is the first year that we haven't had a carve pumpkin/bake Halloween cookies party....

I love Craigslist too. My younger DD, the one that left for college in August, has a huge dorm room (if you can believe that). She needed some kind of big rug for the room. She saw one on Craigslist that she liked but it was $250 so she didn't even respond to the ad. A couple of weeks later she saw it again but the price had dropped to $75. She called the lady and said she was a poor college student and all she could afford was $50. The lady agreed. Then Chloe told her she didn't have a car or anyway to pick it up. The lady was nice enough to have her 21 year old son deliver it. Chloe and her roommate ended up spending the afternoon with the lady's son.....

I love to bake with the babies. I bought cupcake fixins for Saturday during the day so they don't go stir crazy before we go trick or treating. They are already so excited and can't wait to wear their costumes. :yay:

[kater]

Good morning everyone. I am up bright and early today. Already got my filing done. I had to be up by 7 to let the "door" man come in and measure our front door. We are getting a new one. I believe the door that is on the house is original and the house was built in 78.

Got 2 loads of laundry done and I'm ready to go to work now. Hopefully, I won't be too busy paying everyone elses bills and making sure they have the right information to me. Oh, and my sink is shiny too Kathy!

Hope everyone has a great day!:lovestruc

Morning Cindy! Is this the door guy the one that didn't show up twice before? I hope he shows up today. I bet you are going to love having a new front door. DH would give anything to replace our front door. But it isn't just a matter of putting in a new door for us - it is a major project for a number of reasons. So we are stuck with the old, old, old one that he hates....

[kater]

I love to bake with the babies. I bought cupcake fixins for Saturday during the day so they don't go stir crazy before we go trick or treating. They are already so excited and can't wait to wear their costumes. :yay:

Cindy - what are they going to be? My older daughter always came up with great ideas. One year she was a dice. Her dad got a big box and she painted it white and then painted the black dots. Her head poked out the top of the box and she painted her face white and she wore black leggings. It was very cute. One year she wanted to be a spider. We bought those foam tube thingies that you float on in the pool and painted them black. Then I sewed them to back of a over sized black sweatshirt. It was very cute too! Every single year from Demi's first Halloween when Demi was 6 months old we trick-or-treated with my girlfriend and her kids. It was a fun tradition that we always looked forward too.

[disneyeveryyear]

Nell and Kathy – we are also “kitchen” people. We have an island in our kitchen with up to 5 really comfy wrought iron bar stools, and it’s always where everyone congregates. I love the more casual atmosphere it provides.

Honeygram – Nice to see you.

Sunnee – the only thing I see with your posted menu was for breakfast you have a tortilla and ½ a banana. The banana counts for 15 g., is your tortilla 5 or less? If so, you are good. Great to hear about your blood results. P.S. Glad you found us at Part Deux.

Mal – I use a deli ham that is 0 carbs for 6 slices. It is the Oscar Mayer thin sliced smoked ham. I have used 6 slices and a piece of lf cheese for a breadless rollup before.

Carol – yes your Excel should already be there if you see an icon on the desk top.

Robin - glad you got your "man fix".

Cindy - sounds like a busy day. DD10 is now getting to the point where she can bake by herself, but she leaves a mean mess in the kitchen. She made 3 dozen cupcakes on Saturday for the Boy Scout Ghostwalk, and then ran over to the Yacht Club to work at the Halloween Party there. Needless to say my kitchen was a disaster. How come nobody ever cleans up after me? :confused3

I think this year was the first time I haven't had to sew a Halloween costume in a lot of years. I have a pic of my DD when she was 2 or 3 here on my desk. She did make the cutest duck. I have made Harry Potter robes, Woody from Toy Story costumes, etc. This year DD10 and 2 of her friends are going as the Blues Brothers, so I made a quick trip to the Goodwill and picked up a shirt, pants and jacked for about $7. They seem totally unconcerned to have miraculously added a third brother. They also told us they don't want us coming with them. They'll be safe in the subdivision and the boys' mom will be out with the 2 little girls. We'll be at home getting ready for the weenie roast we are hosting. DH's club is closed this week since they are installing a new HVAC system, so he gets to participate in Halloween, which is very unusual for him. Not sure what DS15 is doing this year.

Well, I need to get to work. I'll check back in later.

I'm really confused that Mal got a response from Diane about her ham and I never heard from Diane about my concern about my slow weight loss. Oh well.

[kater]

YAWN.....early for me, but got to talk to Ken, so I will be tired but Happy today!!

Nell - thanks for the hug, I was more frustrated than disappointed! Darn those international calling circuits anyway! We tried there to here, I tried calling from here, tried 3 different operators for assistance, but no way were we getting through last night!! Maybe its just everybody trying to call at the same time and not enough circuits...who knows!:confused3 I do know that even if it takes a day or so, we are still getting to talk every couple days...the bad news is that he might not get back here to the states before having to return to china, but its all good...this is a very important contract for him and I am being very understanding!! He is so afraid I am going to take off on him...and of course you guys all know that AINT happening!!:laughing::love:

Melanie - so glad you got clarification from Diane, her messages always make me feel better and are a huge sigh of relief!!

Jocelyn - my posting problem finally went away, have no idea what goes on sometimes! Please let us know your recipe for the nuts...I am going to try Kathy's too, as the one in the book was good, but Kathy's sounded much better!

Robin - so glad that you got to talk to Ken. I hope that the project he is working on goes well.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Been a very long time since I had a little one to dress up for Halloween, but Ali, ( my DD) called yesterday laughing hysterically to tell me that she had bought a costume for their dog, ( a regal and snooty hunting dog), because she and her fiancee are taking his kids trick or treating Saturday and they wanted to take Banjo along...she bought him a Shark costume and had put it on him when she called...she said it was totally hilarious with a big fin on the back and two smaller ones sticking out from his sides...and apparently he didnt mind wearing it either!!:rotfl:

We dont get any kids coming way out here, but my godson is 14, so maybe I should break down and make some cupcakes for him...get in the spirit a little!
Haha, wonder if he would appreicate a little flax in his cupcakes!!

[kater]

Hi, Nell. I am so excited for you to have your new table and chairs. It is going to be so nice to have and I am sure it will be great for Thanksgiving. I thought that it was just going to us (4) for Thanksgiving but now my dad and his girl friend and my sister, her husband and her 4 kids are coming. My house is not very big so I am not sure what we are going to do? I am not going to stress about it. I know it will all work out and it will be nice to have everyone here.

I have been meaning to ask you. You mentioned your broccoli soup recipe the other day? I wasn't sure where to look for it?

I can't wait to hear about your lily when it blooms!

[kater]

Been a very long time since I had a little one to dress up for Halloween, but Ali, ( my DD) called yesterday laughing hysterically to tell me that she had bought a costume for their dog, ( a regal and snooty hunting dog), because she and her fiancee are taking his kids trick or treating Saturday and they wanted to take Banjo along...she bought him a Shark costume and had put it on him when she called...she said it was totally hilarious with a big fin on the back and two smaller ones sticking out from his sides...and apparently he didnt mind wearing it either!!:rotfl:

We dont get any kids coming way out here, but my godson is 14, so maybe I should break down and make some cupcakes for him...get in the spirit a little!
Haha, wonder if he would appreicate a little flax in his cupcakes!!

LOL about the flax in your godson's cupcakes!!!!

[disneyeveryyear]

Haha, wonder if he would appreicate a little flax in his cupcakes!!

A little flax, applesauce instead of oil, who would know the difference?:lmao:

[kater]

I think this year was the first time I haven't had to sew a Halloween costume in a lot of years. I have a pic of my DD when she was 2 or 3 here on my desk. She did make the cutest duck. I have made Harry Potter robes, Woody from Toy Story costumes, etc. This year DD10 and 2 of her friends are going as the Blues Brothers, so I made a quick trip to the Goodwill and picked up a shirt, pants and jacked for about $7. They seem totally unconcerned to have miraculously added a third brother. They also told us they don't want us coming with them. They'll be safe in the subdivision and the boys' mom will be out with the 2 little girls. We'll be at home getting ready for the weenie roast we are hosting. DH's club is closed this week since they are installing a new HVAC system, so he gets to participate in Halloween, which is very unusual for him. Not sure what DS15 is doing this year.

Well, I need to get to work. I'll check back in later.

I'm really confused that Mal got a response from Diane about her ham and I never heard from Diane about my concern about my slow weight loss. Oh well.

Beverly - way too funny about the three Blues Brothers.... Jake, Elwood and ????

I think you should email Diane again. She has been so good about responding that I would have to guess that she either didn't get your email for some reason or she overlooked it by mistake?

[kater]

It was nice catching up with everyone this morning. It has been hectic at my office again. One of my clients was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003 and it has spread to her brain - she had surgery about a year ago on a brain tumor - her quality of life has really diminished. Last week her soon-to-be ex-husband was diagnosed with cancer - he has tumors through out his entire body. They have been together since my client was 15 years old (she is 54 now). It just seems like it has to be environmental? I feel so bad for them. They have a 24 year old son. He just got married. My client's situation is going to get a lot worse since her husband can't work anymore. She has been barely making it financially and now he can't pay her any support. Her mother does live in the area so at least I know she will have somewhere to live.

[Cindycin]

Morning Cindy! Is this the door guy the one that didn't show up twice before? I hope he shows up today. I bet you are going to love having a new front door. DH would give anything to replace our front door. But it isn't just a matter of putting in a new door for us - it is a major project for a number of reasons. So we are stuck with the old, old, old one that he hates....

Yes, same guy. Long story short, his job slip for my house was stapled to another job and the 2nd time they wanted a confirmation call but didn't tell my daughter to tell me that.

I'm sorry you can't get a new door. The one we have is so outdated, it's bad.:eek:

[disneyeveryyear]

Beverly - way too funny about the three Blues Brothers.... Jake, Elwood and ????

I think you should email Diane again. She has been so good about responding that I would have to guess that she either didn't get your email for some reason or she overlooked it by mistake?

I guess we need to come up with a name for the 3rd brother. Kind of like the old Newhart show, I'm Jake, this is my brother Elwood, this is my other brother Elwood.

I hate to seem like a pest to Diane. This is the first time I e-mailed her. I think I will wait until the end of the day. If she hasn't replied by then, I'll send another one.

[disneyeveryyear]

It was nice catching up with everyone this morning. It has been hectic at my office again. One of my clients was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003 and it has spread to her brain - she had surgery about a year ago on a brain tumor - her quality of life has really diminished. Last week her soon-to-be ex-husband was diagnosed with cancer - he has tumors through out his entire body. They have been together since my client was 15 years old (she is 54 now). It just seems like it has to be environmental? I feel so bad for them. They have a 24 year old son. He just got married. My client's situation is going to get a lot worse since her husband can't work anymore. She has been barely making it financially and now he can't pay her any support. Her mother does live in the area so at least I know she will have somewhere to live.

How awful for your client. I saw a blurb on MSN.com the other day about a husband and wife who are both suffering from breast cancer at the same time. Talk about long odds.

[Cindycin]

Cindy - what are they going to be? My older daughter always came up with great ideas. One year she was a dice. Her dad got a big box and she painted it white and then painted the black dots. Her head poked out the top of the box and she painted her face white and she wore black leggings. It was very cute. One year she wanted to be a spider. We bought those foam tube thingies that you float on in the pool and painted them black. Then I sewed them to back of a over sized black sweatshirt. It was very cute too! Every single year from Demi's first Halloween when Demi was 6 months old we trick-or-treated with my girlfriend and her kids. It was a fun tradition that we always looked forward too.

DD - isn't sure. She's borrowing one of her friend's outfits. She was Alice in Wonderland last year
DS1 - Scary dude dressed in black
DS2 - bunch of grapes (we're putting a garbage bag and balloons all over him.
DS3 - Spiderman
DS4 - Batman

I told the older kids they needed to be more creative this year as I wasn't going to purchase costumes for them this year. Every year gets more expensive and I just can't justify it when they don't take care of them to reuse (DD does, but 2 older boys don't).

The little guys are so excited and have tried on their costumes 2x.

Sounds like you enjoy sewing/creating their costumes. I love the spider idea! I'm going to have to use that one.

[Cindycin]

It was nice catching up with everyone this morning. It has been hectic at my office again. One of my clients was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003 and it has spread to her brain - she had surgery about a year ago on a brain tumor - her quality of life has really diminished. Last week her soon-to-be ex-husband was diagnosed with cancer - he has tumors through out his entire body. They have been together since my client was 15 years old (she is 54 now). It just seems like it has to be environmental? I feel so bad for them. They have a 24 year old son. He just got married. My client's situation is going to get a lot worse since her husband can't work anymore. She has been barely making it financially and now he can't pay her any support. Her mother does live in the area so at least I know she will have somewhere to live.

OMG Kate! That's so sad! :sad2:

[Wisteria1956]

Good Morning Cindy! sounds like you already have half a days work done! I like the Atkins bars...they all have different carb counts, so just check each different flavor...I even used the 7g ones on step 1, just divided into 4 bites and left one off, then combined the "last bites" to make another 5x5! LOL, since you are on step 2, they should all be fine, I dont recall that any of them were over 20g. Most of the other protein bars are way high in carbs though...I had some Zone bars I had to give away, they were like 28g, 33g, so I read more carefully now!

They need to have 2 grams fiber and I remember I had to read a few to find two that were allowed. PB is good and the one that's like a mounds bar.

[Cindycin]

They need to have 2 grams fiber and I remember I had to read a few to find two that were allowed. PB is good and the one that's like a mounds bar.

OOOOO....there's some like mounds bars!!!!!! I LOVE coconut, could be cause I'm a little nuts. hehe I need to look for these.

[Wisteria1956]

Thanks for the info Lisa. Sounds like I'll be losing my beloved ham. I think by the time we are all finished we'll be eating "whole" again, like they did in the old days. I was looking at the ingredient list in Malzer's ham. I saw "nitrite", I am assuming those are nitrates. What other words do I need to look for, do you know?

You are asking the wrong person, Beverly, because if it has ingredients you don't recognize or that aren't meat and natural spices, I wouldn't want it. Even some natural things like molasses are added to some meats and there's just no need for it. It's sugar. A lot of junk is added to processed food to make it last longer in the store. I'd just buy sliced whole meats and freeze half or something like that if you can. The people at the deli are great about reading the labels and answering questions for you. They'll even set the slicer to your specification.

[Wisteria1956]

OOOOO....there's some like mounds bars!!!!!! I LOVE coconut, could be cause I'm a little nuts. hehe I need to look for these.

Cindy, I'm going to eat one on Halloween night!

[Wisteria1956]

Morning Cindy! Is this the door guy the one that didn't show up twice before? I hope he shows up today. I bet you are going to love having a new front door. DH would give anything to replace our front door. But it isn't just a matter of putting in a new door for us - it is a major project for a number of reasons. So we are stuck with the old, old, old one that he hates....

I would love a new double one so we can bring in the Christmas tree without scratching anything, but as you say, it involves construction. It will make a big difference in Cindy's house, won't it? I can't believe how much difference it made to just get new coach lights.

[Wisteria1956]

Hmmmmmm. I love pudding. I am curious about adding the sf vanilla pudding mix to the fruit salad? What does it do?

Good luck with the Halloween costume. I always loved Halloween with my girls. The is the first year that we haven't had a carve pumpkin/bake Halloween cookies party....

I love Craigslist too. My younger DD, the one that left for college in August, has a huge dorm room (if you can believe that). She needed some kind of big rug for the room. She saw one on Craigslist that she liked but it was $250 so she didn't even respond to the ad. A couple of weeks later she saw it again but the price had dropped to $75. She called the lady and said she was a poor college student and all she could afford was $50. The lady agreed. Then Chloe told her she didn't have a car or anyway to pick it up. The lady was nice enough to have her 21 year old son deliver it. Chloe and her roommate ended up spending the afternoon with the lady's son.....

What a great story! We got John-Paul a like-new futon for his office room from an architect and his wife in Portland. The guy took it apart for us, wrapped it up and helped us put it in the SUV! I was so proud of myself that I helped J-P put it together again! We love Craigslist.

[Wisteria1956]

Perfect. They are 12 net carbs (22g carbs and 10g fiber). Makes it much easier for breakfast.

I have a headache today probably cause I was up 3 times with my little man and got up extra early. I hate taken meds, but I think I will take 2 advil this am.

Have a great day Robin!!!:love:

Hope he's not sick today? Maybe you can take a nap after the door guy leaves??

[Wisteria1956]

It was nice catching up with everyone this morning. It has been hectic at my office again. One of my clients was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003 and it has spread to her brain - she had surgery about a year ago on a brain tumor - her quality of life has really diminished. Last week her soon-to-be ex-husband was diagnosed with cancer - he has tumors through out his entire body. They have been together since my client was 15 years old (she is 54 now). It just seems like it has to be environmental? I feel so bad for them. They have a 24 year old son. He just got married. My client's situation is going to get a lot worse since her husband can't work anymore. She has been barely making it financially and now he can't pay her any support. Her mother does live in the area so at least I know she will have somewhere to live.

How frightening! These people have our life story - same ages, teenage love, same age child. At least they know their son is doing well on his own now. That must be some comfort.

[Cindycin]

I would love a new double one so we can bring in the Christmas tree without scratching anything, but as you say, it involves construction. It will make a big difference in Cindy's house, won't it? I can't believe how much difference it made to just get new coach lights.

And by the way, your coach light looks beautiful!:love:

[Cindycin]

Hope he's not sick today? Maybe you can take a nap after the door guy leaves??

He was only here to meaure. Left around 7:20. I don't think he's sick, but he may be coming down with something. Weird. He's a little sniffily (is that a word), today, but running around like a loon.

I can't take naps. Wish I could.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Just a quick Hi before I head off to work....have heard from Tom, and he says Hello! He will be honeymooning in San Antonio next week and promises to check in with us soon. His Rebecca is following MM too, so hopes to introduce her to us here as well! I told him we would be anxiously waiting to meet his bride!

Kate - will be praying for your client, it sounds like a horrible nightmare.

I have decided that my Halloween splurge will be NOT working another 12 hours day!:laughing: I am going to work the normal 8, then maybe see if I can scare someone at the gym by wearing shorts and a t-shirt instead of my usual sweatpants and sweatshirt!!:lmao: I know it will scare ME to look in the mirror!! And even worse, the entire PLACE is mirrors!! Now THAT is a Halloween Nightmare!!:scared1:

Have a great day all, will check in later on!:grouphug:

[Barb F.]

It was nice catching up with everyone this morning. It has been hectic at my office again. One of my clients was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003 and it has spread to her brain - she had surgery about a year ago on a brain tumor - her quality of life has really diminished. Last week her soon-to-be ex-husband was diagnosed with cancer - he has tumors through out his entire body. They have been together since my client was 15 years old (she is 54 now). It just seems like it has to be environmental? I feel so bad for them. They have a 24 year old son. He just got married. My client's situation is going to get a lot worse since her husband can't work anymore. She has been barely making it financially and now he can't pay her any support. Her mother does live in the area so at least I know she will have somewhere to live.

This kind of situation really reminds us to count our blessings, doesn't it.

[Barb F.]

Barb – I have a recipe for cinnamon nuts that I have used before, but not recently. I’ll try it again and see if it is worth sharing. I think it came out better than the one in the book, but am not sure.


CHILI – I use one can of black soy beans for each pound of meat. I used one smaller sized can of crushed tomatoes, chopped up onion and a bag of frozen peppers. You probably have access to fresh ones and I would use those. I also put a big spoonful of crushed garlic in and then add lots of chili powder. I then simmer it in the crock pot all day. I brown the meat and onion together before putting it in the crock pot. Taste test to see if it spicy enough for you – go slowly on the chili if you do not like spicy. It takes a while for the beans to get the flavor in them.


Barb – what weight did you start at? I can’t remember from the old thread. (I guess I could go check!!) If I was depending on a number I would have given this up a long time ago as there is basically no change for me.:confused:
You are doing really well – KUTGW

Jocelyn, Thank you for the chili recipe. That would be great if you find the candied nuts recipe. My weight started at 239.5 and I'm at 214.5 now. My goal is 190. At 6' tall, for some reason I look and feel good at that weight so I'm about half way to goal. I'm not in a big hurry and the inches lost are good, so I'm happy. :)

[kater]

I guess we need to come up with a name for the 3rd brother. Kind of like the old Newhart show, I'm Jake, this is my brother Elwood, this is my other brother Elwood.

I hate to seem like a pest to Diane. This is the first time I e-mailed her. I think I will wait until the end of the day. If she hasn't replied by then, I'll send another one.

I laughed AGAIN. I used to love that on the Newhart show. This is my brother Darrell and my other brother Darrell!

Diane loves MM Pests!

[Barb F.]

Pony so sorry to hear that you didn't get your phone call, hopefully you will in the morning.:love:

But on a different note:rolleyes1 I e-amiled Diane with my question and she said that the deli chicken was fine and it is a neutral food,:thumbsup2 so that is great for us :yay::yay: So if anyone else has that question then you know the answer! I am so glad that we don't have to start over on step 1 for 8 more wks :rotfl2:

This chicken meat is nice because it is not slimy like some of the others that I have tasted, and is handy to grab in the middle of the night as a snack and go back to bed!:rotfl: That is the reason I think that we all liked it so much!

I am so proud of myself I did a 20 min workout (zumba tape, and made it all the way to the end!:dancer: Then I did some more bends and lunges to take up the other 10 min.!!:ccat:

I don't think that I have excel on my computer. Not sure but don't think honeygram does either.

Have a nice night have to goto bed now!
Melanie:goofy:

Melanie, thanks for sharing the info from Diane. Now we all just have to remember it when it comes up again :laughing:

Good job on the workout! :banana:

[kater]

DD - isn't sure. She's borrowing one of her friend's outfits. She was Alice in Wonderland last year
DS1 - Scary dude dressed in black
DS2 - bunch of grapes (we're putting a garbage bag and balloons all over him.
DS3 - Spiderman
DS4 - Batman

I told the older kids they needed to be more creative this year as I wasn't going to purchase costumes for them this year. Every year gets more expensive and I just can't justify it when they don't take care of them to reuse (DD does, but 2 older boys don't).

The little guys are so excited and have tried on their costumes 2x.

Sounds like you enjoy sewing/creating their costumes. I love the spider idea! I'm going to have to use that one.

Very cute! I looked for the spider picture but couldn't find it. I found the dice picture. The year of the dice, my younger daughter decided to be a pig. She was about 6. She chose a fairly realistic pig mask and then we died a longjohn top and bottoms flesh color to match the mask. We found pipecleaners that were also flesh color and sewed a cute little curly tail to the shirt. She wore the shirt all winter long with the tail on it. I will email the pictures.

[Carol-Fish]

Kate, So sorry to read about your client. What a huge trial for her and her husband. You asked about the sf pudding in the fruit salad. I mix some of the dry instant pudding in with the yogurt and cream to help give it thickness and help coat the fruit. It makes a great dessert and is legal for an 11-20.

Jocelyn, Thanks for the chili recipe. I wasn't sure if you did anything different when you used the black soy beans. I am so looking forward to having a real, legal chili. All of a sudden, our weather changed from hot & humid to cold and breezy..perfect for making chili.

Robin, Hope you get your phone call soon. The mirrors at the gym sound very frightful!

Cindy and Lisa, My daughter made some macaroons yesterday that were fabulous and I think, free. Here's the recipe. Let me know if you think they're okay too. I didn't see anything that we would have to count as all seeds (coconut) don't have to be counted.

2 cups unsweetened coconut
4 egg whites, beaten
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup Splenda

Bake at 325 for 15 mins.

They tasted just like the inside of mounds. I'm sure you could come up with some way to incorporate chocolate in there,too.

Well, I'm off to make a costume for my grandson. Hope it turns out well.

Carol
Step 2

Feast upon the words of Christ

[Seabreezes]

YAWN.....early for me, but got to talk to Ken, so I will be tired but Happy today!!

Melanie - so glad you got clarification from Diane, her messages always make me feel better and are a huge sigh of relief!!

Jocelyn - my posting problem finally went away, have no idea what goes on sometimes! Please let us know your recipe for the nuts...I am going to try Kathy's too, as the one in the book was good, but Kathy's sounded much better!

Cinnamon Splenda Nuts
2 Tablespoons butter
1 cup shelled nuts (can use a mixture)
2 Tablespoons Splenda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon - (I use a bit more)

I melt the butter, add the splenda and cinnamon and mix in the nuts. I put it all on a cookie sheet with sides and bake them at about 300 degrees. You hve to keep stirring about every 5 minutes as you don't want them to burn, but I like my nuts toasted a bit.

I'll try to find the recipe link and add this to it. As I have said before, my cooking is a bit of trial and error as I go along. Last time I made this I added some of my sugar free coconut and am having that on my cottage cheese as I type this!!

On to catching up with the morning posts.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Thanks Jocelyn, About how long do you bake them for? I know, I dont cook with precise measurements or times either! But how about a general time? LOL!!

Barb -
OMG you are so close to your goal, that is AWESOME!!!!:yay::woohoo::cool1::thumbsup2:banana:: dance3:

[Malzer]

Nell and Kathy – we are also “kitchen” people. We have an island in our kitchen with up to 5 really comfy wrought iron bar stools, and it’s always where everyone congregates. I love the more casual atmosphere it provides.

Honeygram – Nice to see you.

Sunnee – the only thing I see with your posted menu was for breakfast you have a tortilla and ½ a banana. The banana counts for 15 g., is your tortilla 5 or less? If so, you are good. Great to hear about your blood results. P.S. Glad you found us at Part Deux.

Mal – I use a deli ham that is 0 carbs for 6 slices. It is the Oscar Mayer thin sliced smoked ham. I have used 6 slices and a piece of lf cheese for a breadless rollup before.

Carol – yes your Excel should already be there if you see an icon on the desk top.

Robin - glad you got your "man fix".

Cindy - sounds like a busy day. DD10 is now getting to the point where she can bake by herself, but she leaves a mean mess in the kitchen. She made 3 dozen cupcakes on Saturday for the Boy Scout Ghostwalk, and then ran over to the Yacht Club to work at the Halloween Party there. Needless to say my kitchen was a disaster. How come nobody ever cleans up after me? :confused3

I think this year was the first time I haven't had to sew a Halloween costume in a lot of years. I have a pic of my DD when she was 2 or 3 here on my desk. She did make the cutest duck. I have made Harry Potter robes, Woody from Toy Story costumes, etc. This year DD10 and 2 of her friends are going as the Blues Brothers, so I made a quick trip to the Goodwill and picked up a shirt, pants and jacked for about $7. They seem totally unconcerned to have miraculously added a third brother. They also told us they don't want us coming with them. They'll be safe in the subdivision and the boys' mom will be out with the 2 little girls. We'll be at home getting ready for the weenie roast we are hosting. DH's club is closed this week since they are installing a new HVAC system, so he gets to participate in Halloween, which is very unusual for him. Not sure what DS15 is doing this year.

Well, I need to get to work. I'll check back in later.

I'm really confused that Mal got a response from Diane about her ham and I never heard from Diane about my concern about my slow weight loss. Oh well.
I would say that she has to think more on your situation. But if you don't hear from her soon just mail her again maybe it has gotten lost..

My question was pretty basic.. That is my guess

[Barb F.]

Cinnamon Splenda Nuts
2 Tablespoons butter
1 cup shelled nuts (can use a mixture)
2 Tablespoons Splenda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon - (I use a bit more)

I melt the butter, add the splenda and cinnamon and mix in the nuts. I put it all on a cookie sheet with sides and bake them at about 300 degrees. You hve to keep stirring about every 5 minutes as you don't want them to burn, but I like my nuts toasted a bit.

I'll try to find the recipe link and add this to it. As I have said before, my cooking is a bit of trial and error as I go along. Last time I made this I added some of my sugar free coconut and am having that on my cottage cheese as I type this!!

On to catching up with the morning posts.

Thanks for the recipe! I'm going to make some this weekend :)

[Seabreezes]

Thanks Jocelyn, About how long do you bake them for? I know, I dont cook with precise measurements or times either! But how about a general time? LOL!!

Barb -
OMG you are so close to your goal, that is AWESOME!!!!:yay::woohoo::cool1::thumbsup2:banana:: dance3:

Pony - maybe 20 minutes. You can't go very far from them or they will burn. You can stir them on top of the stove, but I think they come out a bit soggy and I like mine toasted.

I tried putting the recipe in my computer file, but I have discovered I cannot copy anything off of the posts and save it as a word doc. so I emailed the recpe to myself - the same for the coconut macaroons and I will see if I can save that and then find the recipe link and add the recipes.

All the talk of Halloween costumes reminds me of the time my son - an adult at that time - wanted to be a bear to go to a costume party. Off to the store we went and found a pattern and fuzzy, bear like material. Now this was Friday afternoon and the party was Saturday night!! We got home, cut the whole thing out and I think I sewed most of the night and the next morning. We were going to a football game at Stanford that afternoon so I left him with the side seams to sew up and figure out something for his feet. He finished the costume - (I used to so a LOT of sewing so he was used to the sewing machine) and covered some old sneakers with left over fabric. The costume was a hit - but he about expired from the heat of being completely enclosed in very heavy fuzzy fabric. :):)Nice memory for me....

Kate - how sad about your clients. We keep hearing about people and cancer daily it seems. I'm sure it must have something to do with the environment and or what we are eating these days.

[Barb F.]

Barb -
OMG you are so close to your goal, that is AWESOME!!!!:yay::woohoo::cool1::thumbsup2:banana:: dance3:

:blush: (blushing) Thanks Robin. Do you remember back on the other site, someone popped in with a post about how we just whine when we're having problems and gloat when we post our successes? That could have been Texan Black-heart..anyway, I thought to myself, WTH (only with an F)? We need each other to offer kudos and support, that's what we're here for. I'm so glad to be out of there and hidden away from malicious lurkers and unkind people.

:love:

[Daniele]

Tuesday-
Catching up on posts:

I see my name is not on the Christmas list. I sent it, but will re-try.

Hope everyone slept well. I’ll “see” you later in the day.

Love to all :love:

I am so sorry I keep messing it up Joycelyn! Please email me directly with your info one more time. I have to make another new list as I've got some more people who would like to be added. It's not deliberate that I keep missing you! I love you! :hug:

Lisa, are you able to do the excel list, or do you want me to do it? All I'm doing is stuffing envelopes today, I know you have a crazy schedule. Let me know. If you are doing it then I can add the additional names I have when your done. Hope your having a good day. I've got to go catch up on what I missed so far now! :goodvibes

[kater]

:blush: (blushing) Thanks Robin. Do you remember back on the other site, someone popped in with a post about how we just whine when we're having problems and gloat when we post our successes? That could have been Texan Black-heart..anyway, I thought to myself, WTH (only with an F)? We need each other to offer kudos and support, that's what we're here for. I'm so glad to be out of there and hidden away from malicious lurkers and unkind people.

:love:

Well, I am not sure what else there is? Whining when we have a problem and gloating about our successes. To me, that about sums it all up! :lmao:

[Malzer]

Nell: so happy for you and your new table/chairs :cheer2:

Kater: that is so sad about your client.. my prayers go out to her:angel:

Barb: yes, hopefully we can remember there is so much to remember!

My DD is going to be a princess: she is 2 and my DS isn't sure he is even going he is 8 :sad1::sad1: he wants to grow up so quickly:wizard:

[disneyeveryyear]

I am off for yet another ultrasound for the lump I found approximately 4 months ago. I had the initial dr. appt., mammogram and ultrasound, this is my 2nd follow up ultrasound. I can still feel it which has me slightly concerned since they thought it was a hematoma. I can't imagine that I bruised something in there so badly that it is still there 4+ months later. Keep my right b**b in your thoughts.:rotfl: (Or at least your prayers.)

[Seabreezes]

Well, I am not sure what else there is? Whining when we have a problem and gloating about our successes. To me, that about sums it all up! :lmao:


Isn't that the truth!!

I know I wrote about a loss of a freindship that I think was over my husband's and my weight loss since June. I now will not say ANYTHING to anyone here unless they bring up the subject and then I don't say much.

Here is the link to the recipes:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2310630

Maybe it could be put at the beginning of each new thread? It was really far down on the list!! Guess we are not posting enough recipes!!

I posted the recipes for the nuts and Carol's macaroons. I know, not everyone loves coconut, but there are a few of us:lmao::lmao:

[Seabreezes]

I am off for yet another ultrasound for the lump I found approximately 4 months ago. I had the initial dr. appt., mammogram and ultrasound, this is my 2nd follow up ultrasound. I can still feel it which has me slightly concerned since they thought it was a hematoma. I can't imagine that I bruised something in there so badly that it is still there 4+ months later. Keep my right b**b in your thoughts.:rotfl: (Or at least your prayers.)

Oh Beverly,

You are in all our prayers. :love::love:

[Barb F.]

I am off for yet another ultrasound for the lump I found approximately 4 months ago. I had the initial dr. appt., mammogram and ultrasound, this is my 2nd follow up ultrasound. I can still feel it which has me slightly concerned since they thought it was a hematoma. I can't imagine that I bruised something in there so badly that it is still there 4+ months later. Keep my right b**b in your thoughts.:rotfl: (Or at least your prayers.)

Beverly, your **** is in my thoughts and you are in my prayers :hug:

[Daniele]

Ok... that's it! I am going to get that sink shined today if it's the last thing I do!::yes::

Malzer, you looked like you were having a ball playing with the smiley's last night! :)

Beverly, thank you! Your absolutely right! I had no problem planting those bulbs! I had to dig deep too because some of them where as big as a small cantaloupe. I don't know why I didn't think of that but I truly have a lot to be grateful for! Diane just got back from vacation and I'm sure she had hundreds of emails. It's possible it was accidentally deleted Bev.

Pony that's mighty funny about the flax in the cupcakes!:lmao:

Kate, I put it on our recipe thread. I had to subscribe to the thread in order to be able to find it. Here's the link: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2310630 If you have any recipes add them! That's great that your having so many for Thanksgiving and especially that your not stressing about it. It sounds like you enjoy the company too, like I do. I'm not one of those people who has the tense family get together's you see so often on TV. When we were in Puerto Rico that's what Thanksgiving was like. It was awful. I called them the Indigestion Dinners.

Kate, that is so terrible about your client and her almost ex husband. I hope they both find their way through this.:sad2:

Cindy, if it's not an embarrassing thing for you, our local Salvation Army has hundreds of very cool second hand Halloween costumes. I think it's neat that people are recycling.:smickey:

Ok... End of the first list of responses! I've got two more pages to catch up on! Talk to you in a bit!:wave2:

[Daniele]

OOOOO....there's some like mounds bars!!!!!! I LOVE coconut, could be cause I'm a little nuts. hehe I need to look for these.

Cindy, Almond Joy's got nuts, Mounds don't” Remember?:rotfl:

[Wisteria1956]

I am so sorry I keep messing it up Joycelyn! Please email me directly with your info one more time. I have to make another new list as I've got some more people who would like to be added. It's not deliberate that I keep missing you! I love you! :hug:

Lisa, are you able to do the excel list, or do you want me to do it? All I'm doing is stuffing envelopes today, I know you have a crazy schedule. Let me know. If you are doing it then I can add the additional names I have when your done. Hope your having a good day. I've got to go catch up on what I missed so far now! :goodvibes

I can do it, but probably not today, Nell, but I will!

P.S. My inbox contained the best gift from Cindy - she already did the spreadsheet for us! She has a repair man, a sick child, a headache and yet she gives of herself to us all! I bet her sink is shiny, too!

[Wisteria1956]

I am off for yet another ultrasound for the lump I found approximately 4 months ago. I had the initial dr. appt., mammogram and ultrasound, this is my 2nd follow up ultrasound. I can still feel it which has me slightly concerned since they thought it was a hematoma. I can't imagine that I bruised something in there so badly that it is still there 4+ months later. Keep my right b**b in your thoughts.:rotfl: (Or at least your prayers.)

Beverly, I will keep you in my thoughts AND prayers. Let us know what they say. Do you get the results right away? :flower3:

[Cindycin]

Ok... that's it! I am going to get that sink shined today if it's the last thing I do!::yes::

Malzer, you looked like you were having a ball playing with the smiley's last night! :)

Beverly, thank you! Your absolutely right! I had no problem planting those bulbs! I had to dig deep too because some of them where as big as a small cantaloupe. I don't know why I didn't think of that but I truly have a lot to be grateful for! Diane just got back from vacation and I'm sure she had hundreds of emails. It's possible it was accidentally deleted Bev.

Pony that's mighty funny about the flax in the cupcakes!:lmao:

Kate, I put it on our recipe thread. I had to subscribe to the thread in order to be able to find it. Here's the link: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2310630 If you have any recipes add them! That's great that your having so many for Thanksgiving and especially that your not stressing about it. It sounds like you enjoy the company too, like I do. I'm not one of those people who has the tense family get together's you see so often on TV. When we were in Puerto Rico that's what Thanksgiving was like. It was awful. I called them the Indigestion Dinners.

Kate, that is so terrible about your client and her almost ex husband. I hope they both find their way through this.:sad2:

Cindy, if it's not an embarrassing thing for you, our local Salvation Army has hundreds of very cool second hand Halloween costumes. I think it's neat that people are recycling.:smickey:

Ok... End of the first list of responses! I've got two more pages to catch up on! Talk to you in a bit!:wave2:

Nell - that's a great idea. I'll ask them this afternoon if they want to take a ride over there. I just can't justify spending good money on something they will wear one time and never do anything with it again. And it gets lost in their black hole of a bedroom.:scared1:

[Cindycin]

Cindy, Almond Joy's got nuts, Mounds don't” Remember?:rotfl:

lol....oh yea. I got my chuckle today. Thanks Nell!!:rotfl::rotfl2::rotfl::rotfl2:

[Virginiaponygirl]

Bev - will be praying for your "oobiebay" (pig latin!) Seriously though, really do hope everything will be ok, I DO know that some hematomas take awhile to go down...:hug:

[Cindycin]

Bev - will be praying for your "oobiebay" (pig latin!) Seriously though, really do hope everything will be ok, I DO know that some hematomas take awhile to go down...:hug:

Me too. Praying for TahTahs.:lovestruc

[Cindycin]

Okay so ever since the coconut post earlier I've had this stuck in my head:
:rockband:
"Put the lime in the coke you nut and drink it all up. Put the lime in he coke you nut and call me in the morning. Say DOCTOR." Come on ladies you know the tune!!!:rockband:

[Wisteria1956]

Pony: Thanks for the update on Tom and his bride! :bride: I love San Antonio; what a fun place to honeymoon. We’ll look forward to meeting Rebecca. You were so funny about the mirrors at the gym.:lmao:

Jocelyn: Are you putting the chili recipe on the recipe thread? I want to make that for sure. Thanks for the fish instructions, too. We went up Hwy 49 to Downieville and instead of coming back the same way, we continued on to Hwy 89 and then to Truckee and back down 80. Now, I want to go to Colorado this time of year and see the entire forests of aspens! They could make me cry; they are so breathtaking. I am so sorry you lost a friend over weight loss and I know you already know she wasn’t much of a friend, evidently. How sad people can be so shallow and jealous.

Kate: Your Halloween pics and descriptions are so cute and creative! Love it! Isn’t it fun having friends of a certain age that remember the lines from the Newhart show and Seinfeld, etc.????:happytv:

Carol: Thanks for the macaroon recipe! Love my coconut! I make cranberry macaroons at Christmas and I even got egg substitute so I could make a special batch for the vegans. Kate, email me if you want the recipe. They’re not very hard to do and you shape them like little pyramids (Christmas trees).

Beverly: I wouldn’t think Diane would be offended if you resent your question. Can you retrieve it from your sent emails?

Nell: You made me laugh about the Indigestion Dinners! ;)

One year my son was Wolverine with the whole nine yards – entire head covering. Kind of early that evening I opened the door to Wolverine and said “Well, you’re back early. Where’s your Dadddy?” He pointed across the street and I said, “Well come in and show me what you got!” Just about then I looked down and didn’t recognize the tennis shoes, which was the only thing showing from under the costume! I had the wrong kid and was trying to kidnap him, LOL!
:rotfl2:

[Daniele]

Lisa, the new coach lights look really classy! It does make a difference. Could you wrap the tree in a big sheet before you drag it through the door area?

Craigslist is a great way to recycle! As a country we have so many pounds of waste we are shipping it to other countries so they can landfill it. That's really bad! The thing to be careful of is a rather new problem that has resurfaced in the U.S. that a lot of people are not aware of. A lot of places have become infested with bed bugs. They had been eradicated in this country until recently, and because ddt is illegal, they can't be killed by anything but high heat. It's the only insecticide they have found that works on them. Anything secondhand from a hotel is a really bad idea. Even the high end hotels have had outbreaks.

Pony, why is it that all gyms are made of mirrors! I hate that! :mad: The last thing I want to see is reality while I'm struggling to work one of those machines!

Barb, your right about remembering to count our blessings. It could always be a lot worse. Thank you for the reminder! :hug:

Beverly, I will keep you in my prayers. It's so frightening when something happens like that. We're all here with you and hopefully it turns out to heal quickly.:hug:

Does anyone else have a hard time finding coconut in the baking Aisle that isn't sweetened? Carol thanks so much for the recipe!:hug: I think that is definitely going to be one I try!

Jocelyn, do you feel unsafe sharing here? I hope not. :hug:

Cindy, I love the lime in the Coconut song!!!:banana::banana::banana:

[Daniele]

Ok, I'm doing step two today, and I know I'm doing it all screwed up. :sad2: I am concentrating so hard on spacing the carbs that I've completely forgotten to make any vegetables. Now, four hours and 7 minutes have gone by since my first 11-20 carb meal and I'm starving! :crazy2: I'm cooking now.

I have an issue. I don't eat breakfast lunch and dinner. I've never had kids and I eat when I'm hungry. So I'm not sure how to work that out unless I start eating normal meals, which is going to be really difficult because I'm super overwhelmed with this and being hungry. I set an alarm clock for 4 1/2 hours since my last meal. It's due to go off in 15 minutes.

I had 6 triscuts with the apricot high fiber all fruit and a Nathan's hot dog for breakfast. Yes, I know it's a weird breakfast. I can't do a good food shopping until next week.

My next meal in a few minutes is going to be a fried egg sandwich on a 5 carb wrap with a half cup of applesauce. To be on the safe side I'm going to add some benefiber in the applesauce just to have a little extra fiber.

Ok, thank you for listening to me freak out. When I eat and am no longer hungry, I'm going to make a pot of broccoli soup. I need to get some vegetables in also.

[Barb F.]

Ok, I'm doing step two today, and I know I'm doing it all screwed up. :sad2: I am concentrating so hard on spacing the carbs that I've completely forgotten to make any vegetables. Now, four hours and 7 minutes have gone by since my first 11-20 carb meal and I'm starving! :crazy2: I'm cooking now.

I have an issue. I don't eat breakfast lunch and dinner. I've never had kids and I eat when I'm hungry. So I'm not sure how to work that out unless I start eating normal meals, which is going to be really difficult because I'm super overwhelmed with this and being hungry. I set an alarm clock for 4 1/2 hours since my last meal. It's due to go off in 15 minutes.

I had 6 triscuts with the apricot high fiber all fruit and a Nathan's hot dog for breakfast. Yes, I know it's a weird breakfast. I can't do a good food shopping until next week.

My next meal in a few minutes is going to be a fried egg sandwich on a 5 carb wrap with a half cup of applesauce. To be on the safe side I'm going to add some benefiber in the applesauce just to have a little extra fiber.

Ok, thank you for listening to me freak out. When I eat and am no longer hungry, I'm going to make a pot of broccoli soup. I need to get some vegetables in also.

Hang in there! I remember the first few days of step2 were really mind consuming and I was really hungy too! I don't think that's a weird breakfast, I can't eat too many eggs so I have weird stuff all the time. Meatloaf sandwich anyone? :)

[Daniele]

Hang in there! I remember the first few days of step2 were really mind consuming and I was really hungy too! I don't think that's a weird breakfast, I can't eat too many eggs so I have weird stuff all the time. Meatloaf sandwich anyone? :)

Thank you Barb! I'm full now. I'm scared of the cravings coming back. I set the alarm for 4 1/2 hours from now and I'm making broccoli soup. I imagine I can have a cup of broccoli soup for a snack in between if I get hungry again.

I think I'm getting a headache? That didn't happen to anyone else when starting step two did it? Could be a coincidence. I'm going to go and lay down a while.

[Wisteria1956]

Ok, I'm doing step two today, and I know I'm doing it all screwed up. :sad2: I am concentrating so hard on spacing the carbs that I've completely forgotten to make any vegetables. Now, four hours and 7 minutes have gone by since my first 11-20 carb meal and I'm starving! :crazy2: I'm cooking now.

I have an issue. I don't eat breakfast lunch and dinner. I've never had kids and I eat when I'm hungry. So I'm not sure how to work that out unless I start eating normal meals, which is going to be really difficult because I'm super overwhelmed with this and being hungry. I set an alarm clock for 4 1/2 hours since my last meal. It's due to go off in 15 minutes.

I had 6 triscuts with the apricot high fiber all fruit and a Nathan's hot dog for breakfast. Yes, I know it's a weird breakfast. I can't do a good food shopping until next week.

My next meal in a few minutes is going to be a fried egg sandwich on a 5 carb wrap with a half cup of applesauce. To be on the safe side I'm going to add some benefiber in the applesauce just to have a little extra fiber.

Ok, thank you for listening to me freak out. When I eat and am no longer hungry, I'm going to make a pot of broccoli soup. I need to get some vegetables in also.

Nell: You're doing fine so far! Take a deep breath and enjoy the journey. You just need to get in the groove and then it will become second nature to keep an eye on the clock for your 'feedings', lol! I pretty much always have dinner more than 5 hours after lunch so I plan an 11-20 for the afternoon, like a pear or some crackers.

[Wisteria1956]

Thank you Barb! I'm full now. I'm scared of the cravings coming back. I set the alarm for 4 1/2 hours from now and I'm making broccoli soup. I imagine I can have a cup of broccoli soup for a snack in between if I get hungry again.

I think I'm getting a headache? That didn't happen to anyone else when starting step two did it? Could be a coincidence. I'm going to go and lay down a while.

You probably have a headache from worrying about messing up. Maybe you could keep a list for a few days until you get in the swing of it. You can do this!:banana:Only eat half of this guy.

[momtozac]

We met some really nice people today. :) It was cool. I had been looking in craigslist for a dining table that everyone can fit at for Thanksgiving. We found a nice set, it's the kind with the chairs on wheels and it has a leaf in it to make it long. The nicest thing was the people. They were really sweet. The couple had made a beautiful garden in the back with a pergola covered with thick vines. After talking for a bit the wife brought me back to show me. They had a pretty golden retriever. And they are going to bring the table to us next week because he has a van he can drive. He's not well, so we'll have to unload it, but it's a big help. She gave me enourmous lilly bulbs too. They are the size of a turnip. I have no idea what kind of lillies come out of bulbs like that, but I think I'm going to be finding out one of these days! :rotfl: I got them all in the ground beside the carport, in the rain of course. Doesn't that always happen when your trying to plant something? It was lovely to meet nice people.

I love, love, love meeting sweet new people--gives you hope that there really are nice people in the world!!

[momtozac]

Thanks for letting me join you here. I am in week 5 on
step One. I feel that this will be a great motivation for me.
I look forward to reading everyone's post and this will be
very helpful.

Honeygram

Welcome Honeygram!! Glad you're here!

[momtozac]

Here is the first paragraph from a website (posting the site too).

What is Adrenal Fatigue?

Adrenal fatigue is a collection of signs and symptoms, known as a "syndrome", that results when the adrenal glands function below the necessary level. Most commonly associated with intense or prolonged stress, it can also arise during or after acute or chronic infections, especially respiratory infections such as influenza, bronchitis or pneumonia. As the name suggests, its paramount symptom is fatigue that is not relieved by sleep but it is not a readily identifiable entity like measles or a growth on the end of your finger. You may look and act relatively normal with adrenal fatigue and may not have any obvious signs of physical illness, yet you live with a general sense of unwellness, tiredness or "gray" feelings. People suffering from adrenal fatigue often have to use coffee, colas and other stimulants to get going in the morning and to prop themselves up during the day.
http://www.adrenalfatigue.org/about-adrenal-fatigue.html

Lisa recommended a book called "From Fatigued to Fantastic." Can't remember the doctor who wrote it, sorry. She said it really helped with her fibromyalgia. I ordered that book off amazon and also "Adrenal Fatigue."

I have adrenal fatigue too! goodness, I can't believe I can walk around:rotfl: I read alittle bit of this book--have to pull it out again

[Barb F.]

Thank you Barb! I'm full now. I'm scared of the cravings coming back. I set the alarm for 4 1/2 hours from now and I'm making broccoli soup. I imagine I can have a cup of broccoli soup for a snack in between if I get hungry again.

I think I'm getting a headache? That didn't happen to anyone else when starting step two did it? Could be a coincidence. I'm going to go and lay down a while.

You are doing fine. Remember, you can still eat neutral foods as snacks and with your meals so the broccoli soup will help. I remember hunger, but not cravings, so eat, eat, eat until you're satisfied. I hope your headache goes away after your nap. :hug:

[Daniele]

You probably have a headache from worrying about messing up. Maybe you could keep a list for a few days until you get in the swing of it. You can do this!:banana:Only eat half of this guy.

Thanks Lisa! Isn't it funny we have a banana for a demonstration? :rotfl:

[Daniele]

You are doing fine. Remember, you can still eat neutral foods as snacks and with your meals so the broccoli soup will help. I remember hunger, but not cravings, so eat, eat, eat until you're satisfied. I hope your headache goes away after your nap. :hug:

Thank you Barb! You've been a great help to me and I appreciate it! :) The headache is gone, I think it was stress like Lisa suggested.

Adrenal fatigue is what caused that weird illness I had for several years Natalie. It's not nearly as bad as it was. In reading other people experiences I think I may have chronic fatigue also. A doctor did tell me she suspected I did several years ago. I have body aches, but I know people with fibro that are crippled with it. I know that I don't have anything like that. I may get that book, or I may just try the ribose and see what happens. With this plan my body is healing so much!

[Carol-Fish]

Daniele, I got the unsweetened coconut at the health food store. The macaroons took about 2 mins to make. Super simple.

Barb, It's so nice to meet someone that likes meatloaf sandwiches for breakfast, too. That is my all time favorite sandwich. Way to go on the weight loss!!! Half way there is great! I have sooo much to lose that half way would be a dream.

I had a conversation with one of my older sisters a few weeks back that was very special. I had told her, back in August, that I was doing this Metabolism Miracle diet and she was really happy for me. When I talked to her this time and told her that I had lost 25lbs she broke down and started crying. She said that she had been afraid of losing me and that she was just so happy that I had found a way to get the weight off. It was wonderful to be reminded that this is not just my journey, but my family's too.

Okay, I'm all teary now when I think back on that conversation with my sister. Am so glad that it's safe here to share personal things like that. As Barb put it: No Texan Black Hearts here.

Have almost finished the Luke Skywalker costume for my grandson. Trying to get him to stand still long enough to pin up the hem a little was a real challenge, but I think I'm on the downhill side. Will try to post some pictures of him when it done. If he'll stand still!

Carol

[Simpleone]

:wave2:Good evening everyone!

I just spent a little time catching up. What yappers we are! lol :banana:

I'm a granny again! ::yes:: Audri finally decided to introduce herself to us this morning shortly before 5 am. She's a tiny little thing, 5lbs 9oz and 18" long. She's tiny all over, like a little sprite or fairy. Mom and baby are doing beautifully, daddy's chest is about to burst! lol ...and granny needs to finish up with the painting mess! :eek:

I see Nell is doing the Step II first day, panic dance. :hug: Did anyone NOT do this? My biggest issue was with putting the carbs with the meals. My brain didn't want to process it. Doesn't that speak volumes about my all or nothing personality? lol Nell, I felt sluggish and bulky in the beginning of Step II. I don't remember a headache at all. :hug: You can do this girlie, you can do anything!!

Welcome Honeygram! :jumping1:

:wave: My eyes are all out of focus from lack of sleep. You all have a wonderful evening!

[Daniele]

:wave2:Good evening everyone!

I just spent a little time catching up. What yappers we are! lol :banana:

I'm a granny again! ::yes:: Audri finally decided to introduce herself to us this morning shortly before 5 am. She's a tiny little thing, 5lbs 9oz and 18" long. She's tiny all over, like a little sprite or fairy. Mom and baby are doing beautifully, daddy's chest is about to burst! lol ...and granny needs to finish up with the painting mess! :eek:

I see Nell is doing the Step II first day, panic dance. :hug: Did anyone NOT do this? My biggest issue was with putting the carbs with the meals. My brain didn't want to process it. Doesn't that speak volumes about my all or nothing personality? lol Nell, I felt sluggish and bulky in the beginning of Step II. I don't remember a headache at all. :hug: You can do this girlie, you can do anything!!

Welcome Honeygram! :jumping1:

:wave: My eyes are all out of focus from lack of sleep. You all have a wonderful evening!

Hi Pam! :hug: Congratulations!!! party: and :welcome: to baby Audri!

[Daniele]

I had a big bowl of broccoli soup! It's very filling! This is so weird. I get hungry, I eat and then I'm not hungry. It's kind of surreal. I'm not sure if that completely explains it either. There's just something that is not there anymore in the way food reacts in my body. I'm getting all teary, so I'm going to shut up now. :)

[Daniele]

Daniele, I got the unsweetened coconut at the health food store. The macaroons took about 2 mins to make. Super simple.

Barb, It's so nice to meet someone that likes meatloaf sandwiches for breakfast, too. That is my all time favorite sandwich. Way to go on the weight loss!!! Half way there is great! I have sooo much to lose that half way would be a dream.

I had a conversation with one of my older sisters a few weeks back that was very special. I had told her, back in August, that I was doing this Metabolism Miracle diet and she was really happy for me. When I talked to her this time and told her that I had lost 25lbs she broke down and started crying. She said that she had been afraid of losing me and that she was just so happy that I had found a way to get the weight off. It was wonderful to be reminded that this is not just my journey, but my family's too.

Okay, I'm all teary now when I think back on that conversation with my sister. Am so glad that it's safe here to share personal things like that. As Barb put it: No Texan Black Hearts here.

Have almost finished the Luke Skywalker costume for my grandson. Trying to get him to stand still long enough to pin up the hem a little was a real challenge, but I think I'm on the downhill side. Will try to post some pictures of him when it done. If he'll stand still!

Carol

I'm looking forward to seeing the costume! You may have to let him wear it to bed to get a still photo! :lmao:

[gettinhealthy]

Good evening everyone! Had a long day today, as I decided to clean my one office this evening. It is the big one, so tomorrow night I'll only have the small one, which takes me about an hour and a half.
I am trying to catch up on all the posts I've missed. Only on page 9!!

I got my book today, From Fatigued to Fantastick. So, I started reading it today on my lunch. Tried to go online, but my computer wouldn't cooperate.

Well guys, feeling really tired tonight, so I'm heading to bed.
Wow, 2 days that I wasn't really tired. Could I finally starting to get a little energy? I sure do hope so.
Ok, good night all. Sweet dreams and God Bless.
Robin, enjoy your talk with Ken. Tell him we will make sure you don't decide to run. If you even think of it, I'll have to come down there and just tie you up and wait for Ken to come home!!
Ok, good night everyone.

[Wisteria1956]

Carol: What a tender moment with your sister. I’m glad you could share that with us. I can’t wait to see ‘Luke’!:3dglasses

Pam: Congratulations on your new addition! Sweet little cherub! Ah, oh, you revealed another thing where we are identical – all or nothing syndrome! Get some rest; I have a feeling those kids are going to need you soon.:cloud9:

Nell: I'm glad you are feeling better. Food is to be enjoyed, remember? No stress zone.:flower3:

[Wisteria1956]

I had a big bowl of broccoli soup! It's very filling! This is so weird. I get hungry, I eat and then I'm not hungry. It's kind of surreal. I'm not sure if that completely explains it either. There's just something that is not there anymore in the way food reacts in my body. I'm getting all teary, so I'm going to shut up now. :)

We did get hungrier on Step 2 in the beginning when meal time approached so don't worry if that happens. Isn't it wonderful how we really are eating to live and not the other way around? I used to think that was trite, but it's true!

[Wisteria1956]

Sleep tight, Kathy! I'm tired too so I probably won't be on late tonight. I put a turkey breast in the crock pot and I'll make some mashed cauli now. Not sure what else yet. I'm pooped. Hope you all have a nice night!:thumbsup2

[Cindycin]

We did get hungrier on Step 2 in the beginning when meal time approached so don't worry if that happens. Isn't it wonderful how we really are eating to live and not the other way around? I used to think that was trite, but it's true!

Anyone know off hand how many pieces of pineapple we are allowed?

[Virginiaponygirl]

Hi folks, one hour to go and cannot WAIT to get out of here today...just not "feeling the love" if you know what I mean! :upsidedow

OMG though, have GOT to tell you guys this one! Since we are having issues connecting by phone from London, Ken sent me an e-mail about 20 minutes ago and said that he has to go BACK to China on Friday and he was so afraid to tell me that he went out to a wonderful London Jeweler and bought us both "Promise Bands" (his words) and had both of our names inscribed in them and is going to send mine before he leaves London on Friday. OMG am I ready to wear a promise band? And who even DOES that anymore?? And what the heck am I promising? :scared1::scared1:

Can you imagine what they would say on the old thread if they started reading about us praying for OOBIES and TATAS????!!!:lmao::lmao:

Barb and Kate - it will be a sad day when we get in trouble for whining and gloating...I mean FOR REAL?? What else is there!!!:thumbsup2

Nell - the gym mirrors are just the skinny spandex princesses way of making sure us chubby people get to VISUALIZE our prior excesses!!! Seriously though, it is somewhat motivating to know that some day I wil see the old me looking back! I felt out of sorts for the first 5 days on step 2 last time...so Im prepared for it this time...dont know why, but I remember feeling just plain cruddy...but it did go away!

Carol - so sweet of your sister to say that to you, and to be so supportive of your efforts!

Pam CONGRATULATIONS GRANNY!! Such a blessing to welcome a new life into the family. I cracked up at your description of the step 2 PANIC
DANCE...that is SUCH a PERFECT name for it!! I will be doing the Panic Re-Launch Dance on Sunday!! Y'all better be prepared for some CLASS A Whining!! You know me, I am such a baby about these things!!:eek:

Kathy - Thanks, and I will tell Ken that you are prepared to come hold me down til he gets back!! Im sure he will be quite appreciative!

Lisa - OMG, what about this promise band thing? I think I remember getting something like that from my boyfriend in 7th grade and it turned my finger green....:rotfl2:

[Daniele]

Good evening everyone! Had a long day today, as I decided to clean my one office this evening. It is the big one, so tomorrow night I'll only have the small one, which takes me about an hour and a half.
I am trying to catch up on all the posts I've missed. Only on page 9!!

I got my book today, From Fatigued to Fantastick. So, I started reading it today on my lunch. Tried to go online, but my computer wouldn't cooperate.

Well guys, feeling really tired tonight, so I'm heading to bed.
Wow, 2 days that I wasn't really tired. Could I finally starting to get a little energy? I sure do hope so.
Ok, good night all. Sweet dreams and God Bless.
Robin, enjoy your talk with Ken. Tell him we will make sure you don't decide to run. If you even think of it, I'll have to come down there and just tie you up and wait for Ken to come home!!
Ok, good night everyone.

Good night Kathy!

[Daniele]

Hi folks, one hour to go and cannot WAIT to get out of here today...just not "feeling the love" if you know what I mean! :upsidedow

OMG though, have GOT to tell you guys this one! Since we are having issues connecting by phone from London, Ken sent me an e-mail about 20 minutes ago and said that he has to go BACK to China on Friday and he was so afraid to tell me that he went out to a wonderful London Jeweler and bought us both "Promise Bands" (his words) and had both of our names inscribed in them and is going to send mine before he leaves London on Friday. OMG am I ready to wear a promise band? And who even DOES that anymore?? And what the heck am I promising? :scared1::scared1:

Can you imagine what they would say on the old thread if they started reading about us praying for OOBIES and TATAS????!!!:lmao::lmao:

Barb and Kate - it will be a sad day when we get in trouble for whining and gloating...I mean FOR REAL?? What else is there!!!:thumbsup2

Nell - the gym mirrors are just the skinny spandex princesses way of making sure us chubby people get to VISUALIZE our prior excesses!!! Seriously though, it is somewhat motivating to know that some day I wil see the old me looking back! I felt out of sorts for the first 5 days on step 2 last time...so Im prepared for it this time...dont know why, but I remember feeling just plain cruddy...but it did go away!

Carol - so sweet of your sister to say that to you, and to be so supportive of your efforts!

Pam CONGRATULATIONS GRANNY!! Such a blessing to welcome a new life into the family. I cracked up at your description of the step 2 PANIC
DANCE...that is SUCH a PERFECT name for it!! I will be doing the Panic Re-Launch Dance on Sunday!! Y'all better be prepared for some CLASS A Whining!! You know me, I am such a baby about these things!!:eek:

Kathy - Thanks, and I will tell Ken that you are prepared to come hold me down til he gets back!! Im sure he will be quite appreciative!

Lisa - OMG, what about this promise band thing? I think I remember getting something like that from my boyfriend in 7th grade and it turned my finger green....:rotfl2:

Well, I think I promise band means that you promise to be his girl only. I think he if really frightened of losing you because he can't be there. He's probably worried you'll change your mind about wanting to be with him.

[Daniele]

Can you imagine what they would say on the old thread if they started reading about us praying for OOBIES and TATAS????!!!:lmao::lmao:

I missed this the first time I read it. Oh my gosh, that is so funny! :rotfl: They would probably be disgusted with us for wasting time with such talk. I think I'm still a little hurt about having our Godiva ride made fun of.

[Barb F.]

OMG though, have GOT to tell you guys this one! Since we are having issues connecting by phone from London, Ken sent me an e-mail about 20 minutes ago and said that he has to go BACK to China on Friday and he was so afraid to tell me that he went out to a wonderful London Jeweler and bought us both "Promise Bands" (his words) and had both of our names inscribed in them and is going to send mine before he leaves London on Friday. OMG am I ready to wear a promise band? And who even DOES that anymore?? And what the heck am I promising? :scared1::scared1:

Ken and Pony sittin' in a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G :rolleyes1 :lmao: Now, listen, you should appreciate this guy for his honesty in voicing his intentions. He's old fasioned and that's very unusual these days. Would you have accepted an engagement ring? Same thing, it's just giving you even more time to see what your feelings are :scratchin

[Virginiaponygirl]

Nell - that seems kind of silly for a 59 year old man!! But I think maybe he just wanted to do something nice to commemorate the relationship and thought the rings would be nice...which they ARE, Im not complaining!! Then the next line, he says that when he is done with this contract he wants to replace this ring with an engagement ring....now THAT is going to FREAK ME OUT!!!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Barb - you are SO right...he is definitely an old-fashioned gentleman, and not afraid to admit it! One of the things I acutally LOVE about him!

[momtozac]

I am off for yet another ultrasound for the lump I found approximately 4 months ago. I had the initial dr. appt., mammogram and ultrasound, this is my 2nd follow up ultrasound. I can still feel it which has me slightly concerned since they thought it was a hematoma. I can't imagine that I bruised something in there so badly that it is still there 4+ months later. Keep my right b**b in your thoughts.:rotfl: (Or at least your prayers.)

your right b**b is in my prayers!

[Seabreezes]

Does anyone else have a hard time finding coconut in the baking Aisle that isn't sweetened? Carol thanks so much for the recipe!:hug: I think that is definitely going to be one I try!



Jocelyn, do you feel unsafe sharing here? I hope not. :hug:



The coconut is in the heath food section. It is a Bob's Red Mill item or in bulk in a health food store. I have never seen it with the regular things. The last batch I got at Whole Foods.

No ??? I'm not sure I understand the question.

[Barb F.]

Anyone know off hand how many pieces of pineapple we are allowed?

Is it in the book? I left my book at work..2 slices have 14 net carbs, 1/2 c. chucks in juice has 18.6 net carbs. I'm just not sure if it was left out of the step2 list because it's higher glycemic than other fruits. :confused3

[momtozac]

I can do it, but probably not today, Nell, but I will!

P.S. My inbox contained the best gift from Cindy - she already did the spreadsheet for us! She has a repair man, a sick child, a headache and yet she gives of herself to us all! I bet her sink is shiny, too!

she was the one who asked what adrenal exhaustion is--you can tell she doesn't have it!!! good for her:banana:

[Barb F.]

Barb - you are SO right...he is definitely an old-fashioned gentleman, and not afraid to admit it! One of the things I acutally LOVE about him!

Well, there you go. You should feel better about making promises with him :hug:

[Daniele]

Anyone know off hand how many pieces of pineapple we are allowed?

3/4 cup of the cubes. I looked it up for you. :)

[Daniele]

The coconut is in the heath food section. It is a Bob's Red Mill item or in bulk in a health food store. I have never seen it with the regular things. The last batch I got at Whole Foods.

No ??? I'm not sure I understand the question.

It was a post that you wrote that you said you only shared when someone else brought up a topic. I think maybe your were referring to the old blog. I'm glad it's not here.

Did you get my email or the list?

Good to see you in real time! :hug:

[Daniele]

I made some oatmeal, but I was really confused with how to make a 1/2 cup prepared before it was prepared. I didn't want to prepare a bunch and waste it. I made a quarter cup and added water to it and it came out to a little less than half a cup. I'd like to find out what the measurement is we should be using dry. If anyone knows how to convert that I'd be grateful.

[Daniele]

Is it in the book? I left my book at work..2 slices have 14 net carbs, 1/2 c. chucks in juice has 18.6 net carbs. I'm just not sure if it was left out of the step2 list because it's higher glycemic than other fruits. :confused3

It's in the book Barb. The fruits start on one page and end on another, it's on the second page of the fruits.

[disneyeveryyear]

Seabreezes – the whole point here is that you can whine all you want, and we will listen and pray and maybe have a thought to help. Don’t shut us out, that’s not what we’re about here. I think we are all referring to the fact that you said you didn't share much on the other thread. We all love hearing about each other's lives. Think how much we would be missing, Robin's love for Ken, Cindy's awesome little ones, Kathy's recent family trials, my right b**b.

Nell – sorry your dinners can be stressful. We have found the best way to do Thanksgiving. We invite local friends who don’t have family nearby, and my family and DH’s (his declined again this year – but used to come). We have an early dinner and then leave by about 2:30 for a local Festival of Trees. That way we don’t have a bunch of people in the house for all day. Just plan something else to do early.

Lisa – I didn’t realize you were a kidnapper. LOL

Nell – don’t freak out about your meals, you’ll be fine, but trying to plan “normal” meal times might help. I loved your quote “I get hungry, I eat and then I’m not hungry.” I think that is what’s supposed to happen if your body reacts normally. Ours haven’t reacted normally for so long we don’t know how to deal with it.

Carol – what an amazing story about you and your sister. It made me tear up too. I can’t wait to see the costume.

Pam – congrats on being a grandma again!

Robin – a promise ring, does that mean you are going steady? You are promising to be his girl. OMG – an engagement ring? I will help you plan the wedding. How do you feel about a destination wedding at Disney? Come on, they gave us a new home here on the DIS right?

[disneyeveryyear]

Medical Update.

Had yet another ultrasound for the lump I have in my right breast.

For the first time ever, the radiologist actually came in to talk to me when it was done.

He said that it appeared the hematoma had resolved itself, but there was still a lump present. He said that the lump appears to be fluid filled, but there were some flecks (or something like that) in there.

So, on Monday at 10:00 a.m. I am scheduled for an ultrasound guided biopsy of the lump. So, please keep her (my right breast) in your prayers. I have a very good friend who went through this last week (she is 40), and her mother died of breast cancer at 47. Luckily her aspiration came out fine, but whoever it was who looked at the fluid was mad they didn't take a tissue sample. I know they do plan to take a tissue sample from me as well as an aspiration if they can get any fluid. I am now 46, so that is way too close to her mom's 47.

So, please add me to your prayer lists, I'll take all the help I can get.

I'm off to watch Top Chef. I'll see you tomorrow.

[disneyeveryyear]

When I just checked my e-mail, Diane had replied last night about 10:30. It got downloaded to my computer at home, so I missed it at the office today.

Here is her response to my questions:

Nice to hear from you. Please also see www.themetabolismmiracle.com blog page for information on the handful of things that can cause slower than anticipated fat loss:

On Step 1:
-carb sneaking in
- carb stacking to amounts over 5 grams of carb (using 5x5 carbs too close to each other)
-not enough exercise
-undertreated thyroid (if you are hypothyroid)
-very high cholesterol or blood sugar going into the program.

On Step 2:
-eating more carb than 11-20 grams at a meal/snack
-eating less carb than 11-20 grams at a meal/snack
-skipping 11-20 grams at snack when meals exceed 5 hours
-exercising in the morning without first taking an 11-20 carb serving
-undertreated thyroid (if you are hypothyroid)
-higher level of stress
-higher level of pain
-illness over 3 days
Review and see if any or several apply to you as they are the only things that can slow fat loss up!
I replied that I didn't feel that I had any of these issues and asked if I should get bloodwork done. She answered very quickly.

On Step 2, if you are under stress, sick, or in pain...there will be a stop in weight loss without a 10 day return to Step 1. The blood tests: thyroid panel, cortisol, fasting insulin. If you get them done, have them done fasting and please let me know the results! Diane

My only question is I didn't lose much on Step 1 either. I think I will call the Dr. and ask for bloodwork before I go back to Step 1.

What do you all think?

[Seabreezes]

It was a post that you wrote that you said you only shared when someone else brought up a topic. I think maybe your were referring to the old blog. I'm glad it's not here.

Did you get my email or the list?

Good to see you in real time! :hug:

Hi dear,

No, I still did not get the list. I just checked and sent you another e-mail. I also checked the Spam folder and you are not in there. Make sure you are spelling my name properly. I noticed you added a y in one of your messages.

Yes, I was referring to the other board. I just didn't like the vibes and when I read the new posts I definitley wouldn't say anything personal on that board. No one would ever find what you said anyhow as you wade through all the posts. I just don't understand it.:headache::headache:

[momtozac]

Ok, I'm doing step two today, and I know I'm doing it all screwed up. :sad2: I am concentrating so hard on spacing the carbs that I've completely forgotten to make any vegetables. Now, four hours and 7 minutes have gone by since my first 11-20 carb meal and I'm starving! :crazy2: I'm cooking now.

I have an issue. I don't eat breakfast lunch and dinner. I've never had kids and I eat when I'm hungry. So I'm not sure how to work that out unless I start eating normal meals, which is going to be really difficult because I'm super overwhelmed with this and being hungry. I set an alarm clock for 4 1/2 hours since my last meal. It's due to go off in 15 minutes.

I had 6 triscuts with the apricot high fiber all fruit and a Nathan's hot dog for breakfast. Yes, I know it's a weird breakfast. I can't do a good food shopping until next week.

My next meal in a few minutes is going to be a fried egg sandwich on a 5 carb wrap with a half cup of applesauce. To be on the safe side I'm going to add some benefiber in the applesauce just to have a little extra fiber.

Ok, thank you for listening to me freak out. When I eat and am no longer hungry, I'm going to make a pot of broccoli soup. I need to get some vegetables in also.

I know how you feel, I was supposed to go to step 2 on the 21st but I'm going away next week and thought it would be easier if I didn't have to think about step 2 on vacation. I'm going to start when I get back......I think........heehee, ok I know I have to but I just don't want to.....I don't want to wrap my brain around 2:rolleyes1

[momtozac]

:wave2:Good evening everyone!

I just spent a little time catching up. What yappers we are! lol :banana:

I'm a granny again! ::yes:: Audri finally decided to introduce herself to us this morning shortly before 5 am. She's a tiny little thing, 5lbs 9oz and 18" long. She's tiny all over, like a little sprite or fairy. Mom and baby are doing beautifully, daddy's chest is about to burst! lol ...and granny needs to finish up with the painting mess! :eek:

I see Nell is doing the Step II first day, panic dance. :hug: Did anyone NOT do this? My biggest issue was with putting the carbs with the meals. My brain didn't want to process it. Doesn't that speak volumes about my all or nothing personality? lol Nell, I felt sluggish and bulky in the beginning of Step II. I don't remember a headache at all. :hug: You can do this girlie, you can do anything!!

Welcome Honeygram! :jumping1:

:wave: My eyes are all out of focus from lack of sleep. You all have a wonderful evening!

congrats granny:banana::banana:

[momtozac]

:love:Hi folks, one hour to go and cannot WAIT to get out of here today...just not "feeling the love" if you know what I mean! :upsidedow

OMG though, have GOT to tell you guys this one! Since we are having issues connecting by phone from London, Ken sent me an e-mail about 20 minutes ago and said that he has to go BACK to China on Friday and he was so afraid to tell me that he went out to a wonderful London Jeweler and bought us both "Promise Bands" (his words) and had both of our names inscribed in them and is going to send mine before he leaves London on Friday. OMG am I ready to wear a promise band? And who even DOES that anymore?? And what the heck am I promising? :scared1::scared1:

Can you imagine what they would say on the old thread if they started reading about us praying for OOBIES and TATAS????!!!:lmao::lmao:

Barb and Kate - it will be a sad day when we get in trouble for whining and gloating...I mean FOR REAL?? What else is there!!!:thumbsup2

Nell - the gym mirrors are just the skinny spandex princesses way of making sure us chubby people get to VISUALIZE our prior excesses!!! Seriously though, it is somewhat motivating to know that some day I wil see the old me looking back! I felt out of sorts for the first 5 days on step 2 last time...so Im prepared for it this time...dont know why, but I remember feeling just plain cruddy...but it did go away!

Carol - so sweet of your sister to say that to you, and to be so supportive of your efforts!

Pam CONGRATULATIONS GRANNY!! Such a blessing to welcome a new life into the family. I cracked up at your description of the step 2 PANIC
DANCE...that is SUCH a PERFECT name for it!! I will be doing the Panic Re-Launch Dance on Sunday!! Y'all better be prepared for some CLASS A Whining!! You know me, I am such a baby about these things!!:eek:

Kathy - Thanks, and I will tell Ken that you are prepared to come hold me down til he gets back!! Im sure he will be quite appreciative!

Lisa - OMG, what about this promise band thing? I think I remember getting something like that from my boyfriend in 7th grade and it turned my finger green....:rotfl2:

how long have you 2 been dating??? It does seem soon but thats what you do when you're in love, silly sweet stuff---aahhh I remember those days

[Barb F.]

When I just checked my e-mail, Diane had replied last night about 10:30. It got downloaded to my computer at home, so I missed it at the office today.

Here is her response to my questions:

Nice to hear from you. Please also see www.themetabolismmiracle.com blog page for information on the handful of things that can cause slower than anticipated fat loss:

On Step 1:
-carb sneaking in
- carb stacking to amounts over 5 grams of carb (using 5x5 carbs too close to each other)
-not enough exercise
-undertreated thyroid (if you are hypothyroid)
-very high cholesterol or blood sugar going into the program.

On Step 2:
-eating more carb than 11-20 grams at a meal/snack
-eating less carb than 11-20 grams at a meal/snack
-skipping 11-20 grams at snack when meals exceed 5 hours
-exercising in the morning without first taking an 11-20 carb serving
-undertreated thyroid (if you are hypothyroid)
-higher level of stress
-higher level of pain
-illness over 3 days
Review and see if any or several apply to you as they are the only things that can slow fat loss up!
I replied that I didn't feel that I had any of these issues and asked if I should get bloodwork done. She answered very quickly.

On Step 2, if you are under stress, sick, or in pain...there will be a stop in weight loss without a 10 day return to Step 1. The blood tests: thyroid panel, cortisol, fasting insulin. If you get them done, have them done fasting and please let me know the results! Diane

My only question is I didn't lose much on Step 1 either. I think I will call the Dr. and ask for bloodwork before I go back to Step 1.

What do you all think?

Did you have bloodwork done at the end of step1 ? Were you having any health issues or were you on medication before starting step1? If you have not had bloodwork done and have no known medical issues, I think it would be very helpful to get some bloodwork done. You know that you have done the program right so there should be another reason for your very slow loss.

[Barb F.]

Medical Update.

Had yet another ultrasound for the lump I have in my right breast.

For the first time ever, the radiologist actually came in to talk to me when it was done.

He said that it appeared the hematoma had resolved itself, but there was still a lump present. He said that the lump appears to be fluid filled, but there were some flecks (or something like that) in there.

So, on Monday at 10:00 a.m. I am scheduled for an ultrasound guided biopsy of the lump. So, please keep her (my right breast) in your prayers. I have a very good friend who went through this last week (she is 40), and her mother died of breast cancer at 47. Luckily her aspiration came out fine, but whoever it was who looked at the fluid was mad they didn't take a tissue sample. I know they do plan to take a tissue sample from me as well as an aspiration if they can get any fluid. I am now 46, so that is way too close to her mom's 47.

So, please add me to your prayer lists, I'll take all the help I can get.

I'm off to watch Top Chef. I'll see you tomorrow.

You are staying on my prayer list for sure :hug:

[Seabreezes]

Beverly,

I am so sorry you are having to go through all the testing. The blessing, though, is that they are testing and using more tests to determine if there is a problem. Hugs:hug: and prayers for a benign outcome.

Robin - what a sweet guy you have.:lovestruc I'm not sure there are many like him out there although it seems as if several of us have hubbys that fit his mold, too. Mine is a real sweetheart and I am thankful every day for him.

Speaking of him - he just left on his 2 hour walk to the top of Diamond Head and back. It is quite warm today so he waited until later in the day. I spent most of my day at the pool and was sitting in a nice breeze, but it seems to have departed us for a while. I now have to decide what to make for dinner. I think there is some taco meat in the freezer that will be easy to heat up and make a salad with. The nice thing about the warmer weather is we do not require comfort food for cold days!!:laughing:

I keep looking for the new First Magazine, but it has not made it to the Isalnds yet although it sounds as if the article has some major discrepancies in it.

I went to her blog looking for something else last night and realized I had never read the whole blog. She talks about chronic pain more than I realized and the insulin that is being secreted all the time. I am wondering if that is why the scale has not really moved at all. I know I have my fasting glucose numbers on my computer. I will have to look and see if they have gone up the couple of years.

I found the meat in the freezer so it is out and I am set for tonight!!

Good Night to those on the East Coast - time for bed!!!

I just realized that it is less than a month until Thanksgiving and less than 2 months until Christmas - where has the year gone??? I spend a lot of my time lately here:surfweb::lmao:

Love all of you:love:

[Seabreezes]

I was just reading another thread on Disney that caught my eye and saw a name I have been seeing on Diane's thread - I did a double take. Hopefully she doesn't peruse other threads too much. I don't recognize her from the original thread so she might not put names together. I don't post on the new site, but sometimes like to see the disasters that are occuring there!!

These forums seem so large, but in reality they aren't.

[Daniele]

Well, it's midnight! It's time for tired Nell's to hit the hay! Good night everyone! Remember you are loved! :grouphug:

[Virginiaponygirl]

1am...OMG, Back from the gym, talked with Ken online, checking in here and then going to bed!! YAWN

Bev - Well, sounds like SOME news is positive and our prayers will continue to take you and Miss ****ie through the next round as well...I refuse to believe in any other outcome for you! A destination wedding? WOW, never thought of that...but I love Disney too, although my 16 times probably will never stack up to yours!! LOL, Ok so you are officially nominated as Wedding Planner!!! Keep in mind my LOVE for the Grand Floridian!!!:cool2:

DRAT, I missed Top Chef...I LOVE that show!!

Nell - I think I am going to use the individual packages of oatmeal...I know its more expensive, but I think each one is 1/2 cup serving...I am hopeless at figuring out how to make the right amount any other way!

Barb - thanks, I needed that! He is definitely the most wonderful and romantic man and I am so grateful for him!!!

Jocelyn - if you are still having troubles getting the list maybe I will have Nell send it to me, and then I will try to send it to you? Or maybe I will just try to send you the one I already have tomorrow when I get up!! We will figure this out and get you on the DARN LIST!!!

OK, so I am off to bed...WAY LATE and Pony is about shot!!

Love you guys!!

[Virginiaponygirl]

Natalie - sorry missed your post! We have been dating less than a year, but things just fit so perfectly into place that it wasnt long before we both realized we were madly in love! We figure that at our ages, we are past the point of needing to date for 5 years before deciding to marry!! But believe me, there will not be a wedding anytime inthe NEAR future!! Maybe a year from now!

[Cindycin]

3/4 cup of the cubes. I looked it up for you. :)

Thanks Nell, I looked it up online, but I always doubt myself. Just wanted to make sure I was not crazy.;)

[Cindycin]

Medical Update.

Had yet another ultrasound for the lump I have in my right breast.

For the first time ever, the radiologist actually came in to talk to me when it was done.

He said that it appeared the hematoma had resolved itself, but there was still a lump present. He said that the lump appears to be fluid filled, but there were some flecks (or something like that) in there.

So, on Monday at 10:00 a.m. I am scheduled for an ultrasound guided biopsy of the lump. So, please keep her (my right breast) in your prayers. I have a very good friend who went through this last week (she is 40), and her mother died of breast cancer at 47. Luckily her aspiration came out fine, but whoever it was who looked at the fluid was mad they didn't take a tissue sample. I know they do plan to take a tissue sample from me as well as an aspiration if they can get any fluid. I am now 46, so that is way too close to her mom's 47.

So, please add me to your prayer lists, I'll take all the help I can get.

I'm off to watch Top Chef. I'll see you tomorrow.

Oh Bev - I'm so sorry you have to deal with all of this. You sound really good and I hope you stay positive. Just another little path in your journey here. You are definitely in my prayers and so is your friend. My mom is still not in remission, but boy is she a pistol. 81 and kicking for her love of life. She's had it 2x so here's a positive story. Not all cancer patients go to heaven early in life. I think you have a lot more to do here on earth (keeping us company) so keep that in mind and know that God has everything under control.

Love you!

[Cindycin]

When I just checked my e-mail, Diane had replied last night about 10:30. It got downloaded to my computer at home, so I missed it at the office today.

Here is her response to my questions:

Nice to hear from you. Please also see www.themetabolismmiracle.com blog page for information on the handful of things that can cause slower than anticipated fat loss:

On Step 1:
-carb sneaking in
- carb stacking to amounts over 5 grams of carb (using 5x5 carbs too close to each other)
-not enough exercise
-undertreated thyroid (if you are hypothyroid)
-very high cholesterol or blood sugar going into the program.

On Step 2:
-eating more carb than 11-20 grams at a meal/snack
-eating less carb than 11-20 grams at a meal/snack
-skipping 11-20 grams at snack when meals exceed 5 hours
-exercising in the morning without first taking an 11-20 carb serving
-undertreated thyroid (if you are hypothyroid)
-higher level of stress
-higher level of pain
-illness over 3 days
Review and see if any or several apply to you as they are the only things that can slow fat loss up!
I replied that I didn't feel that I had any of these issues and asked if I should get bloodwork done. She answered very quickly.

On Step 2, if you are under stress, sick, or in pain...there will be a stop in weight loss without a 10 day return to Step 1. The blood tests: thyroid panel, cortisol, fasting insulin. If you get them done, have them done fasting and please let me know the results! Diane

My only question is I didn't lose much on Step 1 either. I think I will call the Dr. and ask for bloodwork before I go back to Step 1.

What do you all think?

Bev - I didnt' lose ANY weight in Step 1 and am still at a steady 167 (I go up and down). I'm going to schedule a doctor's appt too, my problem is I don't have a doctor here and need to find one I can trust and be comfortable with.:confused:

You definitely should do it.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Good Morning Cindy! Looks like its just you and me awake and on the move again!!

I was thinking about you and Bev and your scales not moving much...are you guys REALLY and TRULY getting your exercise in? And I DO mean getting 30 minutes minimum 5 days a week, and ABOVE the normal daily routine ?? I decided to read MM on the treadmill last night, and it really hit home for me how VERY IMPORTANT the exercise thing is! I re-read from step 2, all the way through, (skipped step 3) and I guess I was looking for places where I might not be doing the plan exactly as Diane recommends...and EVERY time I re-read like that I seem to get another AHA moment...I know that I have not been doing the green tea thing and I intend to rectify that this weekend when I go shopping...seems like she STRONGLY recommends that too. Just wondered if really applying yourselves to the exercise thing might help move things? I DO know that getting the bloodwork done is VERY important, since there are so many underlying things that can affect losses too. I have to say that MOST of the improvements I have seen show up in my bloodwork!! JMHO

And according to my trainer, even the exercise we are doing has to be "changed up" fairly often or your body just gets used to that as its normal routine too...I do treadmill 6 days a week, but some days 30 minutes, some days 45 minutes, and I change up the speed, incline, etc too. Im pretty sure that the weight training doesnt really do much for weight loss, as it is not really cardio, but I do know that it will be toning the muscles so they will look better when the flab starts melting off and they can be seen again!! Plus I already feel so much stronger again, and that gives me a certain "euphoria" by the end of the workout too!

Diane responded twice to my report of blood sugar readings and has definitely booted me back to step 2 as of Sunday...

Lisa - I also wrote back and asked her SPECIFICALLY about my plan to have an 11-20 at 10:30 before my workout, and then another at 3:30am, with a bedtime snack at 1am that did NOT include another 11-20, and she said I do NOt need the one at bedtime if I am definitely getting the one at 3:30...I think the idea of another 11-20 at bedtime would only count if I was not DEFINITELY getting the one in at 3:30...but since I set my alarm and wake myself up EVERY morning at 3:30am, that will work!

I dont know how to post her responses in color...she responds to me with her answers in red!
__________________________________________________ _______________
Do I need to include another 11-20 at my bedtime snack if I just had one at 10:30 and will have another at 3:30am? Nope, not as long as you take the 3:30AM snack
__________________________________________________ _______________

She also sends along this message for those of us hiding here at Disboards!!

I do truly understand breaking away and hanging with your "friends" who share your lifestyle plan and also enjoy sharing your lives. Mum is the word.....Always stop by and ask whatever you need....you guys hold a special place in my heart! PS.....your plan looks perfecto...let me know how you are doing, ok? Tell everyone I said hi, too.....xo Diane

[disneyeveryyear]

I was thinking about you and Bev and your scales not moving much...are you guys REALLY and TRULY getting your exercise in? And I DO mean getting 30 minutes minimum 5 days a week, and ABOVE the normal daily routine ??

Right now I am doing 1 hour of Zumba 3 days a week, so I do need to kick in gear 2 more days a week. I haven't been drinking the green tea either. I just went cold turkey on my diet soda yesterday to see if that helps, so today it is strictly water for me. I do have some green tea bags at home, so I'll give it a try this weekend.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Hi Bev!! I know how hard it is to get the exercise in...I was a total slug for most of step 1...lucky to get in the treadclimber 2-3 days a week. I think its GREAT that you are doing the Zumba now!! Maybe a walk on the other two days?? And giving up the diet soda can only be a GOOD thing!! I seriously drink NOTHING but water...and 3-4 days a week I have one decaf coffee at work...Diane DID say that you can count decaf as part of your 64 ounces of water, we just cant count anything with caffeine. I also recently stopped adding 2 tbsp half and half and started using a touch of vanilla atkins shake instead! But during last nights re-read, I noticed that she also says that the green tea has better results if it is caffeinated! So I guess if we drink the caffeinated green tea, we cant count that towards our water? Hmmmm, not sure quite what to do on that one...maybe the others have an opinion on that for us?

[Cindycin]

Right now I am doing 1 hour of Zumba 3 days a week, so I do need to kick in gear 2 more days a week. I haven't been drinking the green tea either. I just went cold turkey on my diet soda yesterday to see if that helps, so today it is strictly water for me. I do have some green tea bags at home, so I'll give it a try this weekend.

No, I have not been getting in my 30 minutes lately. I was so good about it on Step 1, but within the last couple weeks I have not been getting in the exercise. My DH just put up our chin up bars last night and we are planning on starting the P90X on Monday. He has a long 12 hour day weekend this weekend and doesn't want to start this exercise plan on days where he is tired. I have been walking a little but not as much as I should. I completely believe that after Monday, I will see the scales move. I know that for me, unless I'm doing an intense exercise plan, I don't lose AT ALL!! But on Step, yes I was exercising abundantly!!! I think that's why I was so frustrated.

On the Green Tea, it's amazing, I have 3 different kinds of green tea in my cupboard, but don't drink it. I will try to get that in too. I love you Pony! You are such a shining star for me and I love the encouragement we get here.:love:

[Malzer]

Ok here is my wonders for the day... well, at least at this moment :rotfl:

My DH has weighed up yes we know not to but he did anyways... Now for starters he has lost 2 pant sizes, so I know he is loosing inches, he said he is up 4 lbs from his start weight????:scared1: How is this possible?? I can see a difference and yet he says he is up! He really needs to loose weight for his health, I am afraid of him having a heart attack! So here is my wonders... is it possible? I was thinking maybe he looked at the scale wrong when he first weighed up or something? Now, he does drink some water, but I do not see him exercising much and I know that IS important, but he is going outside and doing little things (which is somewhat different) like playing with son,(football passing) and such, just to give an example but this isn't ever day, he is a hard one to motivate.
I was just wondering what you all thought of this... I have not weighed up yet trying to be good :dance3: but, that scale keeps calling my name:p

And I haven't been drinking the green tea either does it really make that much difference?

Pam: Congratz on your new arrival!! I just love those gifts from heaven:littleangel:

Robin: you are so lucky to have found him :woohoo: on the promise ring!

Beverly: My prayers are still with you ;)

Ok, will be checking in later! :3dglasses

[Wisteria1956]

Dear Ones, I was pooped last night and missed chatting with you.

Beverly: I am so very sorry that you have to endure the waiting that goes along with such a test. I just know you will be fine and we will all be here praying for a good outcome.

Robin: I want you to listen very carefully to what I have to say about this marriage idea! I feel very strongly about this.

You can't get married until we are all skinny! We want to look great in the pictures! It'll take us about a year, so that's perfect timing.:lmao::lmao::lmao::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::ban ana:

[Malzer]

Right now I am doing 1 hour of Zumba 3 days a week, so I do need to kick in gear 2 more days a week. I haven't been drinking the green tea either. I just went cold turkey on my diet soda yesterday to see if that helps, so today it is strictly water for me. I do have some green tea bags at home, so I'll give it a try this weekend.
I have just started to do my dvd's (zumba) WOW it is really hard to make it all the way through! So if we do zumba do we need to do something else with it?? Change it up someone said(think it was Pony)??

[Virginiaponygirl]

Where is everybody today!!?? I am heading off to drop my car off for service before I go to work, so I will catch you guys later on!

Cindy - I love you too Girl!! I was just throwing that all out there after reading the book again last night. Apparently the green tea has not only the antioxidants, but also some fat-burning capabilities as well...and I am ALL ABOUT burning the fat! In fact if my belly and hips dont start to deflate sometime soon, I might just Light them on fire!! Now THAT will literally be "FAT-BURNING"!!!:lmao::rotfl:

[Wisteria1956]

Melanie: All I can do is compare to my husband. He can literally change the scale by 8 lbs. in a day. So depending on whether your husband was on an up day or a down day when he first weighed, etc. you can't judge by this one weigh in. I think you really have to go by the size. Precursor for heart attack is the waist measurement and it sounds like his has gone way down so I would be very encouraged by that.

A small thought - maybe he could cut down on sodium. He might be holding a lot of water. And the green tea does rev up your metabolism, plus it is a fantastic anti-oxidant.

[Stwill]

Good Morning All, I've finally caught up with the post from yesterday. :goodvibes

Bev - Please know I will contine to keep you in my prayers.

Congrats to Pony! I know you're just beaming about getting that promise ring. You've got a romantic there girl...hold on tight! :lovestruc

:yay: Glad to hear that some will be returning to step 2....since I mentioned step 2, I would like to share my progress with you all. I weighed and measured yesterday and I've lost 12 pounds and 31.25 inches since starting this wol. I'm really thrilled, but being honest I would liked to have had more weightloss, but being real......I haven't stuck to the plan 100% either. I've had some setbacks with vacation, as well as trial and error with the transition. Slow and steady will win this race and I'm going to enjoy every minute of it. :woohoo:

If I missed anyone's post, I apologize and I'll try and do better about checking in. Have a great MM day. ;)

[Virginiaponygirl]

OOPS, looks like some of you snuck in while I was wondering where you were!!

Lisa - You are too funny, but you listen to ME now...NO WAY is Pony getting married until she is skinny too! And its going to be an interesting walk down the aisle with all my "Best Women, and Tom" with me!!!:dance3:

Melanie - After last nights re-read, its just my opinion that when the scale stays the same, but he is losing inches, then he is in fat burning mode...remember that men get there WAY faster then women do...plus muscle weighs more than fat, and men tend to be way more muscular too...sounds to me like he misread at lest ONE of the scale readings, but maybe he is just retaining his muscle mass and just losing the fluffy fat..hence the inches lost....its all in the book! Thats why Diane is SO adamant that we not weigh! Since the scale reading really has nothing to do with how well the plan is working....THROW THAT SCALE OUT THE WINDOW!! Or at least lock it up somewhere!!!

And YES, the water and green tea are important too!

My trainer is the one who said you need to change up the exercise...so your body does not become used to the new routine and stop fat burning...If you guys do the zumba 2-3 days a week, then try to get in something else the other days...its all about getting 30 minutes MORE than whatever you normally do during the day. And remember too, that Diane said you cant just work out 2 1/2 hours one day and call it good for the week...we have to keep our bodies moving so that they wont turn to muscle for "food", but will head right for the fat stores...if your body does not see muscle separately it will go for whatever is there...and in order to keep the muscle "separate" we have to keep the muscles moving and working... Any help?

[Barb F.]

I was just reading another thread on Disney that caught my eye and saw a name I have been seeing on Diane's thread - I did a double take. Hopefully she doesn't peruse other threads too much. I don't recognize her from the original thread so she might not put names together. I don't post on the new site, but sometimes like to see the disasters that are occuring there!!

These forums seem so large, but in reality they aren't.

:scared1::scared1::scared1: Everyone put on your dark sunglasses and turn out the lights :ssst:

[Stwill]

Pam - sorry, welcome to your new bundle of joy.

[Virginiaponygirl]

Barb - I AGREE!! OMG, we need to find out who she thinks she saw....Pony is officially in disguise:3dglasses

Stwill - Good to see you! Sounds like your results have been great in the inches department so dont even worry about what the scale says! I would be totally THRILLED to lose that many inches!! And I am totally embarrassed to even ask, but with all the folks from the other thread and all, plus the fact that I am OLD and hae C.R.S., I cannot remember your name?!! Please! We like to go by our "aliases" but its nice to have at least a first name too! Forgive me that I cant remember if we ever knew yours!!

[Wisteria1956]

I think I'll paint my fat neon green so my body can see it better and eat it all up!:thumbsup2:idea:

[Wisteria1956]

Robin: I am surprised that there is an exception to the bedtime snack, but that's why we need to check with Diane when in doubt. I love that she responds so kindly. I bet we are giving her info for her revision since we are great at finding the loopholes. I guess since your 11 - 20's are 5 hours apart at that point, it still works. Thanks for checking. That might help me with my husband's program since he sometimes has a goofy schedule.:goofy:

[Wisteria1956]

I'm finding that a traditional dinner is often too much to eat, but last night I pulled out the stops and made turkey breast in the crockpot, mashed cauli, a few asparagus spears and for starters we had a cup of black bean soup with a few whole grain wheat thins to add up to 11 - 20. My husband was so impressed, he did the dishes!:dancer:

[Wisteria1956]

Stwill: Fantastic results! :jumping1:You are inspiring! BTW, we won't judge you by how often you can post, just pop in when you can and we are always glad to see you.

[Barb F.]

I'm on my way to court, but I had to share some fantastic news! I just had a phone call with the district court administrator with our county's prosecutor's office. She intimated that they will most likely be giving us a LOT of new work at the first of the year, basically managing a probation service for them. YEA! my job will be saved! I'll be back later. :banana::banana:

[disneyeveryyear]

I'm on my way to court, but I had to share some fantastic news! I just had a phone call with the district court administrator with our county's prosecutor's office. She intimated that they will most likely be giving us a LOT of new work at the first of the year, basically managing a probation service for them. YEA! my job will be saved! I'll be back later. :banana::banana:

Yeah on the job security. Don't you love how the "leaks" seem to happen?