150 Club...care to join???

[lajones81]

Well, with some trepedation (sp?) I would thought I would share something with you that I wrote in my journal almost a year ago. I'm not nervous for your response, but rather scared to put it out there for all eyes to see.

Let me explain...I'm not sad right now, but, rather, just wondering why in the world I let myself go last year! Duh! I was about 165 - within 15 lbs. of the 150 club and just stopped...everything! As my weight began to climb up, I got more and more discouraged. I'm not discouraged right now just wondering what happened!

In posting this list, please realize that I'm not trying to be mean to myself or looking for sympathy from anyone. Rather I just feel like I need to make this list public. It's hard to be so honest!

So without further ado (and, hopefully, not to many confused looks on your faces!) I present my list of why I am afraid to be thin.

1. I am afraid to be thin because I willl get more attention.
2. I am afraid to be thin because I may be truly happy.
3. I am afraid to be thin because what else will occupy my mind all the time.
4. I am afraid to be thin because I may become fat again.
5. I am afraid to be thin because I won't be allowed to use my weight as an excuse.
6. I am afraid to be thin because I will have to be more responsible in regards to my eating habits.
7. I am afraid to be thin because I won't be able to "blend into" the crowd.
8. I am afraid to be thin because I would have higher expectations of myself.
9. I am afraid to be thin because others may have higher expectations of me.
10. I am afraid to be thin because food would no longer be able to comfort me.
11. I am afraid to be thin because I might meet new people.
12. I am afraid to be thin because outsiders may realize that I am not as confident as I appear to be.
13. I am afraid to be thin because what else would I talk about.
14. I am afraid to be thin because it's the identity that I've known for so long.
15. I am afraid to be thin because I would have to maintain my weight.
16. I am afraid to be thin because I would have to stop being destructive to myself.
17. I am afraid to be thin because being fat is a "crutch" that I regularly lean on.
18. I am afraid to be thin because I would have to go on dates since I tend to use my weight as an excuse not to date.
19. I am afraid to be thin because my life, my confidence, etc. might not improve.
20. I am afraid to be thin because I might meet "the one" who would see me as others don't - a scared, timid, etc. person.
21. I am afraid to be thin because I won't have an excuse for being lazy.
22. I am afraid to be thin because it's going to take a lot of work to get there.
23. I am afraid to be thin because my body will still have flaws.
24. I am afraid to be thin because I may never be attractive or good enough.
25. I am afraid to be thin because changing my weight involves my personality and changing everything about me.

Wow! That was very powerful typing that list for me! I read the list last night, but typing it again and really thinking about it hit home to me. Each one of these is still true to me. I think I am my biggest problem in holding myself back. I can't even pick one that seems like the most important to me because they are all so valid and true about me.

Again, I hope this doesn't make anyone feel uncomfortable, but wow was this a good experience for me!

Lisa

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Again!

I just saw Lisa's post and had to respond...I'm so glad you typed your list. I can relate to pretty much all of it (o.k., I haven't dated in 12 years, but my dh would probably object ).

It's cathartic to get it all out there. Reading your list really helps me, too. I am afraid. I guess I'm hoping if the weight goes a way a little at a time, I'll be able to adjust? Obviously as Dr. Phil would say, this has to be working for me on some level, or I wouldn't keep sabotaging myself. I really think this is a mental activity. When we can acknowledge our fears, we can work through them, and we'll stop doing this to ourselves. I'm going to read your very powerful list again.

Thanks for sharing something so personal.

 

[lmhall2000]

Lisa!!! I think that's soo cool that you posted it! We all have those fears....now we've got to counter that!!! If you could come up with 25 reasons you're afraid to lose, please share with us 25 reasons why you're EXCITED to go for the GOAL! I promise you it will make an impact and empower you! I'll start off and share my 25 reasons why I'm EXCITED to go for the GOAL!

1. I'm excited to go for the GOAL because I'll wake up each morning knowing I did it and conquered my bad habits.
2. I'm excited because I'll be able to do more things with my children that my weight has hindered me from (ice-skating, waterskiing, snowskiing, horseback riding..never wanted to hurt the poor horses!)
3. I'm excited because my heart will be happy and bless me with energy
4. I'm excited because I'll finally throw out all size clothing above a 10!!!
5. I'm excited because I will enjoy seeing my reflection in a store window rather than catching a disappointing gaze in my eyes.
6. I'm excited because my husband will be able to carry me across the threshold when we celebrate our next anniversary!
7. I'm excited seeing the looks from folks when they realized I've lost over 100 pounds.
8. I'm excited knowing I can walk or run a 5k or 10k and not have to train for weeks.
9. I'm excited seeing the look on my dh's face when he sees me in that bridesmaid dress.
10. I'm excited knowing the seat belt on RocknRoller coaster won't be so tight
11. I'm excited about finally taking a family portrait with all of us.
12. I'm excited about sending Christmas cards with me in the picture instead of just my children.
13. I'm excited about eating to live rather than eating to reward.
14. I'm excited about putting on that GOAL clippie!
15. I'm excited about showing a healthier image for my children as they learn to make choices about eating/exercise.
16. I'm excited about the big WHOOP party I'll have when I see 145 on the scale...that's my final goal I think!
17. I'm excited about seeing my garden grow...each 5 pound clippie, I get $40 in plants to build my dream yard.
18. I'm excited about weighing on the doctor's scales and not having to worry about the weight of my clothing!
19.I'm excited about dancing at my daughters weddings and feeling fit not frumpy. (They're only 6 & 7...I can wait on this one!)
20. I'm excited to SAY I DID IT!!!

Whew!!! I feel like I can do this!!! How about y'all!!!

Tara

 

[NYcpa]

Tara & Maria - I'm with you. I continuously bounce between 174 and 178.

I easily lose sight of the exercise portion of the weight loss equation. I am not following any specific diet, just trying to portion control. I also have not conquered the not eating after a certain time each night. It seems lately nothing sound interesting to eat - so I either eat garbage or don't eat at all. My driving snacks aren't the healthiest either, usually diet soda, chips, almonds or candy bars. I sometimes tend to eat more when driving as stopping at the rest area gives me a reason to get out of the car and walk around which somehow equates with buying junk food. Some trips I fight to stay awake and the short stops tend to revitalize me. I have to keep alert for the whole 6 - 8 (depending on traffic) drives.

It seems lately, I'm not only contending with everyone thinking they want to get off Long Island and thru NYC at the same time I do, I have to deal with the construction delays. They shouldn't be allowed to work on Friday afternoons. I will give the construction crews on LI credit, they work from 10 PM to 6 AM and totally shut the road down. Of course there are numerous other routes you can use. Yesterdays drive only took 6.5 hrs. It seemed you could either drive 80 or were struggling to maintain 35. i'm not sure which season of the two seasons is the more frustrating :construction (spring, summer, fall) or winter.

Lisa - like your list. I agree with most of what your statements. I think everyone on this board has had similar thoughts at one time during their journey.

Even though my highest weight was only 184, I have never been confident about the way I looked. I very seldom wear my shirts tucked in unless I have a long sweater on to hide my mid section. Even in the summer, I wear long t-shirts with my shorts. For our last WDW trip in June, I bought a two piece swim suit that the bottom part of looked like a pair of shorts.

 

[chrismiss56]

Morning All!!

Seriously thinking about banning all 4 legged creatures from my house Since getting the dog (Cody who is 14 weeks old) I have not gotten alot of sleep and it isn't entirely his fault.

Our 2 cats (7 and 3) have not received Cody well Don't understand that when Cody is chasing them down the hallway and barking that he is just trying to make conversation

Anyway went to sleep at 12:30 am - at 2:30 am the 3 year cat decides it needs to come into our bed and SING at the top of its lungs hoping for some quality attention. After repeated petting and shhhhhhhhhs she slinked away. Then at 5:30am the 7 year old cat decides to jump in bed and with one paw and one bony paw only she starts jabbing me in the stomach No I wasn't laughing then - finally get her pacified and at 6:10am Cody decides it is time to get up and go out..............

Know what I am looking forward to on this 8 hour plane ride to Spain?

SLEEP!!!​

I am exhausted!!!

Lisa and Tara - LOVE YOUR LISTS!! Am going to print them out and put them on my fridge and pantry closet so that whenever the urge moves me I can read those first THANKS!!

Kathy - How about a cooler of snacks? Something different that would interest you such as celery with peanut butter - apples sliced - baked pita chips - sugar free chocolate? I know you are not a big water person - have you tried adding in a crystal light powder or ice tea?

I know what you mean with portion control and eating late. I blew both of them big time last night. And this morning I feel it!! Stretched that stomach to its outer limits. NO wonder the cat could find my stomach easily to poke She had a HUGE target

As I keep telling myself my goal right now is to maintain until after the two trips.

Off to the cubs game today - sky box seats courtsey of Fox News WOOHOO!! Will work on getting the water in. Then have to stop at a wake that is over an hour away from my house...........not fun

Have a Magical Disney Day
Linda

 

[lmhall2000]

Linda...I just love the little snippets of your life....they make me smile and think.."gee I'm glad we haven't gotten a new puppy yet! " But look at all the great musings you get to share to brighten our days!

Kathy! What...yesterday's ride only took 6.5 hours??? That's a Looooong time to be in the car by yourself! Have you ever thought of buying those languages on tape? I had German by Barron's and when I put on over 50k miles a year while working I got to be quite fluent! You could learn 5 languages at the pace you go! Wie geht es ehn? Das wasser es sehr gut!

I did my 4.3 miler, that's 2 days in a row...yeah! I am alllowing myself 1 150 calorie cheat a day...well yesterday I had 3 of them!!! UGH! So today I'm working on sticking to just one...otherwise the day was good. I can feel my body changing with all this walking...between now and 10/1 I should have completed over 230 miles of walking...I'm hoping that will correspond to 20 pounds of fat GONE!

Off to drink my breakfast and get this day started! Oh, fun day on my walk this morning...I think it was the bright orange shirt I was wearing but I was attacked by a mockingbird 6 times...it didn't hurt me just flew right at the back of my neck whooshing my hair with it's wings...I was afraid it was going to land in my hair and start pecking...at the sixth attack..I turned around and said, "Now, you just stop that!" And he did! Then as I passed a pasture of cows, usually the ones closest to the barbed wire fence will walk away when I come by...but today they all just stopped and stared and then out of nowhere this smaller calf came charging and mooing at me! I really think it was the orange shirt. A funny morning..can't wait to see what happens next!
Tara

 

[westjones]

We are back from camping! Had wonderful weather! I gained weight while we were there because I didn't really watch what I ate AND when we visited the small college town right next to the camp ground we discovered a Coldstone Creamery! We have never been to one before and we made 2 visits there during our trip. We loved that place! We don't have one of those here, so of course we had to check it out !

So anyway, we are back and ready to get back on track again until our next trip. My rule is that I follow my food plan when at home, and on vacations I don't worry about it.

Our next trip will be over Labor Day weekend, but that is only for a couple of days. I hope I can lose another 5 pounds in August (for the 5 for August Challenge).

Almost time to go set up my booth at church. I am registering kids for vacation bible school this week. That will keep me busy all week!

Debra

 

[TigerCheer2009]

1) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I can feel even MORE confident
2) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I can find cute clothes that fit all of me-and PAJAMAS! I have always wanted a pair and can only get the pants or the top, never both, and not feel like my mother when I can't find anything that fits in the Teen section and have to shop in the Adults (not so cute clothes there)
3) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I want to rock everyone's world who has ever said "Jen can't do it" or ever made fun of me for being POOH-SIZED!
4) I'm psyched to hit 150 so I don't have to ever touch the elepants again!
5) I'm psyched to hit 150 so I can get the guy (vain!)
6) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I can smile when the world sees me in a bathing suit! And I won't want to run and hide in the changing area (I never do, but I looked at this year's ALIVE pictures and gagged!)
7) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: this has been such a great ride...and a total learning experience
8) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I am learning more about myself and can show that to the world
9) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I now love exercise!!!
10) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I'm breaking stereotypes of a normal cheerleader-or what others percieve as normal
11) I'm psyched to hit 150 because: I've found friends who will accept me as I am on the outside and on the inside in Real Life and on WISH.

A) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I'll have to maintain this WISH I've worked so hard for
B) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: maybe the guy I like won't like me back because I've changed so much (and people still haven't noticed that I've lost-do I have to point it out to you, people?)
C) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: food won't make me happy anymore
D) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I'm out of excuses!
E) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: what you see is NOT what you get with me
F) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I've known this chubalub for 7 years!
G) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I may not be able to enjoy what I love
H) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: it takes a lot of work
I) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I'll have to take responsibility
J) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I hate eating with my friends because I don't get 2nds when I really want them so as not to appear gluttonious
K) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: everything will be brand new, I'll still have unfixables
L) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: food has always been a crutch, which is slowly going away
M) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: people will see me differently
N) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I'll have to stop being so beating down on myself after a hard day...yes, I do feel negative, it's just when the computer is off! And everyone has down days.
O) I'm afraid to hit 150 because: I'll have to stop holding myself back, take charge and learn to say NO

**Quoting Lisa as my DISWISHclaimer:

In posting this list, please realize that I'm not trying to be mean to myself or looking for sympathy from anyone. Rather I just feel like I need to make this list public. It's hard to be so honest!

Besides, I love making lists!!!

I'm going shopping (school shopping...clothes shopping=next week!!!! ) today!

Tara and Lisa-thank you for sharing your lists. Being honest with myself makes me feel good.

 

[lajones81]

Good morning!

Wow! I’m feeling really good this morning! I thought yesterday I would pass out after I posted my list, but after I while I felt really good about it. I will fully admit (at the risk of sounding cocky) that I come off as a fairly confident person (in real life, at least!). I know how to play the game and so admitting to others that I am not so confident is like admitting I stole $1 million dollars! With that being said, it felt very good to admit those things. Don’t worry…I’m working on my happy list, too!

Today at some point, I’m going to get myself to the gym. I have two more projects for my class due tomorrow. Nothing to major, but I still need to get them done! I’m debating tomorrow if I want to go to school and see what shape my classroom is in or just avoid it. It’s funny how you know a place so well, but spend a number of weeks away and, honestly, can’t recall what needs to be done. I’m the type of person that likes as much possible done in June and finish up the little stuff in August. I think I was going to redo some of my bulletin boards, though, so that will take some time.

Maria - Thank you for your kind words! I agree with Dr. Phil…somehow this is still working for me. I think it is a mental game, too. One thing I finally realized is that I need to “feed” those cravings that I’m having. For too long, I would not eat the chips and try to find something else that would satisfy me. Last night, I had a small bowl of chips and was very content.

Tara - Thank you for sharing your list, too! I can so relate with number two! I cringe the thought of horseback riding - ah, those poor horses! I’m allowing myself one cheat a day, as well. I went to the store and infiltrated the frozen foods aisle. I found mini ice cream sandwiches and mini fudgesicles that are the perfect size for a little treat. Maybe your store has those, as well.

Kathy - Oh, it is so hard for me to “close the kitchen!” One thing I will tell you is that I am currently working on snacking nutritiously. After I have mastered that skill (who knows how long it will take - a week, a couple of weeks, etc.), then I will work on moving the snack time closer to dinner time and, finally, I will get rid of it altogether. I’m the type of person that I need a while to work on a new habit. Just a thought… Thank you for your comments on my list, as well!

Linda - Hasn’t the weather been wonderful here lately? I so enjoy a nice calm breeze and no 100 degree temperatures! Sounds like you have your hands full with all the pets! I’m sure it’s not funny to you, but picturing your cat singing to you makes me laugh so hard! LOL! I do hope you get some rest soon. Oh, I’m honored that you would use my list! So jealous of you and the Cubs game! Enjoy!

Debra - Coldstone Creamery! Yum! I’m glad you had a nice trip. I follow the same rule for eating right, as well. I’m working on doing well most of the time and for an occasional treat - i.e. a wedding, vacation - I’ll eat much more happily!

Tiger - Great lists! I can relate to so many things on both of your lists. Boo on the people who said you were “pooh sized.” I was in Orchesis in high school (dance troupe) and there was only one girl who was larger than me. Relatively speaking, I’d love to get back to that high school weight, but I hated the other girls looking at me like I was a blob. Ugh! I can relate to being overweight for so long. I’m 24 and can clearly remember gaining a lot of weight in fifth grade. That was 15 years ago! I think that’s long enough in my book! Thank you for sharing your lists, as well!

Let me share with you your thought for the week since I’m not sure I’ll be on tomorrow morning to post it.

Thought for the week:
“Do not think of today’s failures, but of the success that may come tomorrow. You have set yourself a difficult task, but you will succeed if you persevere; and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles. Remember, no effort that we make to attain something beautiful is lost.” - Helen Keller

Have a great rest of the weekend!

Lisa

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning, or is it Afternoon?

My day is flying by. I've already gone grocery shopping, done menu planning, washed dishes...o.k. that's a story I have to tell. It's how I can tell I'm a real Flybaby person . We ran out of Cascade. So, my dishwasher is full, my sink is full, and my dh went to the grocery store (I do one run for my goodies, he does a separate one for meat, etc., and between us we get what's on the menu). I know he will be coming home with more Cascade. But that doesn't solve my problem. I will still have a sink full of dirty dishes until those are done and cool enough to put away. I can't do it. I emptied the sink, ran some soapy water, and washed the sink of dishes. Then I dried them and put them away. Pre-FlyLady, that just would not have happened.

I've also worked out on the treadmill, got laundry going, and I'm looking forward to getting my calendar ready for the new month (adding new activity dates, etc.), getting ready for tomorrow, and spending some time with a good book.

Linda reminded me that I need to add another good habit. I'm going for the water. this week, I'm going to drink a gallon a day. I'm counting Crystal Light, or I'd never make it -- but not soda. I'm really trying to wean myself off of that. I drink diet, but everything I'm reading lately tells me this is not a good idea. Boy, will my skin be clear after all that fluid. I guess I'd better know where a restroom is at all times!

So, here's my good habit list so far:

1. Stop eating at 8:00 p.m.
2. Exercise every other day (still working on this one, trying to add 2 days in a row).
3. Drink 1 gallon of water daily.

I know I need many more, but this start seems to be working for me!

Jen -- I love shopping! I'm buying things to get ready for our trip, but no clothes for me. It is exciting as I see the things I already own get looser and fit better. Thanks for posting your list. I think it does us all good.

Debra -- It sounds like you had a wonderful trip! I think it's folly to try to lose while on vacation. You have a great attitude.

Tara -- You give the best advice! And you have some great stories, yourself. I love the calf charging you. That's too much! I think that would be the last time I wore that shirt...

Sounds like we're all having a pretty good weekend. Let's finish if off, and then we are off to an awesome week! :thewave:

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Lisa-I love the quote of the week!

Tiger - Great lists! I can relate to so many things on both of your lists. Boo on the people who said you were “pooh sized.” I was in Orchesis in high school (dance troupe) and there was only one girl who was larger than me. Relatively speaking, I’d love to get back to that high school weight, but I hated the other girls looking at me like I was a blob. Ugh! I can relate to being overweight for so long. I’m 24 and can clearly remember gaining a lot of weight in fifth grade. That was 15 years ago! I think that’s long enough in my book! Thank you for sharing your lists, as well!

Yours is what inspired me! The Pooh-siziness bah talk was pre- and a little at the beginning of my story with WISH. You inspire ALL of us! Thanks

Maria-Have fun on your trip!!! You're gonna do very well with your new ideas! And I love shopping, just school supplies. I enjoy your comments! Thanks for, I guess, liking my list.

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Speaking of which, where is the tip of the week?

I've got one!

"Don't shop when you're hungry. You'll more likely purchase food that is NOT good for you."

 

[westjones]

Speaking of which, where is the tip of the week?

I've got one!

"Don't shop when you're hungry. You'll more likely purchase food that is NOT good for you."

That is a good one....SO TRUE!
DJ

 

[lmhall2000]

TC!!! Love that quote...if I shop when I'm hungry I give myself license to eat it ALL!! And I mean ALL on everyone else's plate including mine!

Guys! I cooked a GREAT dinner tonight!!! I'm on a kick to try a different country's recipe every Sunday night...here are our two Italian style courses..

Fresh tilapia dredged in sea salt/pepper and flour...pan fried in a touch of olive oil...then draped across a bed of radicchio/canneloni beans previously sauteed in shallots and garlic. Topped with a lemon/italian parsley/garlic/olive oil vinegarette.

As an accompaniment we had a sun-dried tomato/onion cheese tart. Start with a lovely Mrs. Smith's pie shell pre baked...put sun-dried tomatoes in the bottom topped with vidalia onion sauteed with garlic...then mix 3/4 cup mozzarella/ and 3/4 cups monterey jack with 1/2 cup mayonnaise...throw that on top of the tomato mixture and bake for 30 minutes...you can also use fresh tomatoes..but I love sun-dried. It was sooo tasty and even my kids gave a big thumbs up to both!

Any suggestions for next weeks? The country of choice is going to be Hawaii..my six year old doesn't realize Hawaii is not a country...she fell in love with an American Idol singer from Hawaii and ever since thinks it's a country. She got to pick the next meal..I'm thinking of some type of pork with rice and of course Hawaiian bread!

Got to get to bed..tomorrow morning I'm walking with my lightnin' speed neighbor!!! Must....get....sleep!!!

Let's lose it gang!
Tara

 

[lmhall2000]

Hey gang!!! I'm finally getting around to updating our losses....I'm soo far behind and hoping I can catch up...if given all the information I usually include the moniker/weight loss needed ot reach 159/and pounds loss to date....Just seeing all those pounds go keeps me motivated! Check your name and weight loss and give me an update so I can fix our roster! Thanks!!! And if I've missed adding someone to the list...let me know that too! And from now on I'll just update the total lost number rather than adding in a separate weekly total...I'm running out of room!

lmhall2000-Tara-37 pounds (1.5)(1.5)(1.5)(3.5)(.5)(1)(3.5)(1.5)(2)
welovedis-Karen-51 pounds(2)(3.4)(3.6)
wiskband-Renee-3 pounds to go!
Tera-Teresa-16 pounds(2.6)(1.8)(3.2)(1.6)(1.4)(2.6)(2.8)
ZerasPride-Lisa-27 pounds (7)(3)(2.5)
sap1227-Christy-27 pounds (3)(3)(2)
RF536-Regina-87 pounds-((3)(1)(1)(2)(1)(2)(.5)(6)
chrismiss56-11 pounds-(2)(1)(4.2)
Debbie-Debbie-40 pounds
clr1194-Christie-52 pounds(.5)(3.5)(.5)(3)
Toystoryduo-Tracy- (1)(2)(2)(5)
kayeandjim00-40 pounds(.8)
sunkissed212-10 pounds
Tiggerkeeper-30 pounds(3)(3)(1)
Andrabell-Onederland then 150!
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Lizdotcom99-Liz-100 pounds
Disboo-38 pounds
Sarahsmom73-11 pounds(1)
Tiggerlover-
Sadeeyore-Helen-55 pounds
tmatthews-Terry-13 pounds
4togo-14 pounds to go(2.5)(3)(.5)
Goldcupmom-Julie-18 pounds(.6)(1.6)
Wilderness01-
GoodOlGal-
TinkCindy-19 pounds(1)(4.5)
Chimera-15 pounds-
HINative-(2)(1.5)(3.5)
NYcpa-19 pounds (.5)(2)(5)
Henry Loves Pooh-14 pounds
agotta-
kelscross- (1)
flipperjc-jen-22 pounds- (3)
Lesli54- 71 pounds-(1.5)(2)(.5)(1)(2.5)(6.5)
my3girls-81 pounds-
westjones-30 pounds-(8.2)(1.6)(1.5)(5.5)(4.2)
Daisy'smom-
Sthronds-(10)
Brendap22-
JennaTX-17 pounds-
we3Disneygo- (2.8)
Michelle2-10 pounds
Twinkles6892-Megan-(2)
Snowwhitesmom-15 pounds-
Tigercheer2009-58 pounds- (7)(6)(2)
Lacerta-51 pounds-
A Little Pixie Dust-
GabbyGRennel-40
Carrieberry- (10)
jonestavern- Jean-
digskat-Kathy
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lajones81-


Let's kick it team!

 

[lajones81]

Good afternoon everyone!

Well, I started out August with a bang and I hope it continues! I made a wonderful breakfast, ran around and did a few errands, and, then, talked on the phone with a friend. We were talking about going to the gym and I was so into it I changed while talking to her on the phone and then shouted I have to go...now! LOL! She understands me and when inspiration strikes...we must act on it!

I went and did a 20 min. walk at the gym before my back started hurting. ARGH! I have fibromyalgia and some other stupid conditions that cause me a lot of pain sometimes. I was so annoyed, but there was no way I was going to be able to work through the pain. I'm hoping with a little rest this afternoon that I can go for another walk this evening.

I turned in one of my projects and hope to finish the other one today! I'm really working on myself in these last three weeks before school starts. Yes, I'm selfish! No, really, I want to get some good eating and exercise habits down so that when school starts they are very routine for me.

How's everyone doing?

Tara - I have a total of 45 pounds to lose. I didn't get on the scale this weekend. TOM is coming soon and I feel like a balloon...just didn't want to know!

Honestly, as I type that I'm shocked that I only have 45 pounds to lose. Yes it is a lot, but it's really not that bad! Oh, this positive thinking thing is really getting to me. Or it is to much sun...

Have a wonderful day!

Lisa

 

[lmhall2000]

Yahooo Lisa!!!



That is HUGE!!! You went immediately to the gym??? You didn't get sidetracked by seeing the dry cleaners and realized you really needed to turn some clothes in before you start school..or see Target and decide you really need some cleaning supplies? That's what would have happened to me...I can always talk myself out of going to the gym...but you SAILED THERE!!! YOU WENT STRAIGHT TO THE GYM!!!! That is soo cool!!!

And 45 pounds is sooo GREAT!!! Just think 5 pounds at a time and that's not so long before goal!

Fibromyalgia is the pits...I don't have it, but my sister does and I have a bad problem with my back so I can sympathize with back troubles...I was injured in a 5 car pile-up...I was the 3rd car and we all hit each other going 60 miles per hour...all my lower vertebrae got the shock of their life and spit out all their fluid. To avoid surgery I have to be very careful with my back. I have a major back flare-up about once every two years...where I'm literally on my back for 4 weeks. I'm hoping losing the rest of this weight will help...but I have found that two things help...the right shoes!!! They not only help my back but keep my knee from horrible pain. When you find a great pair, buy 3 of them! Also if I know my back is showing weak signs I will load up on aleve for 3 days...this seems to help a bit. And actually, all this walking I'm doing is great...it helps increase the blood flow back there...I have to be careful to really stretch out my hamstrings or that alone could pull my back out. Take care of yourself and all these changes you're making will make you a big loser!

Tara

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Oh. My. Gosh. The brat kids were at their absolute worst today. Didn't listen at all, refused! They were at each other's necks all day, punching, kicking, throwing, namecalling. They fed me the same lines they always do. And what's worse is they got 6-week old kitties...whom they were picking up by the tail and throwing!! Where are all of those scream smiles when you need them!!!

Awesome Lisa!!! I need to get to my FlyBaby routine...adieu.

 

[Sthronds]

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you are all doing great and are keeping cool and safe. I love your lists! Lisa, your's got printed out and is safely in my purse. I think you must have read my mind because I understand every word that you said. It could have come from me. Tara, your kind words and your list was great too! I am so encouraged by looking at what I will be able to do. Except horseback riding- I'm terribly allergic!
Jen, I also liked your list and I know that if I were your age, it would totally apply to my life. Linda, I can understand the pet issue but sounds like you have it much worse than I do. I have one dog who sleeps with me. We had it all worked out for the past few years. I had my side and she had hers. Now it seems that she wants my side and I am not adjusting well. When a 15 lb dog can push me out of bed you know something has to change. She's spoiled, can you tell?
You all had such kind words for me and I have decided to come clean and lay out all the dirt on me. How can you support someone who you barely know anything about right? So, here it is. My highest weight was 280. Wow, it was hard to type that number. Anyway, I am down 13 lbs. to 267 which is great. I have been overweight since I was around 10. I don't know how it happened or why, but I started gaining weight. I am tall at 5'9" so I was just a "big girl". One of the things I regret was quitting the swim team. I gave it up at around that age and I will regret that forever. I was a good swimmer and I think that if I had continued I would have probably competed through high school and then might not have the weight problem. I can't go back though, no point in worrying about that. I know that I hide behind my weight. With my size, it is easy. I don't have to do anything that challenges me, which is a horrible way to live life. I am 32 years old, and I am single and childless. I live in my parents guest house because I live in a county where the median home price is $700,000. I am a former teacher who had a class from hell and gave it up. That was a good decision! I am a travel agent where I make no money but love my job. I am about at the point in accepting that God does not require me to have lots of money. He's got plans for me and right now, the plan is for me to be broke. I can't measure success that way, even though that is what I want to do. So, my big issues are my weight, money, and finding a rich husband. . I mean a wonderful loving husband. Now that I have given you a taste of who I am and have actually typed that horrible number, I will get back to business of actually making that number smaller. Thanks again for the kind and encouraging words! I'm really growing to depend on you!

 

[lmhall2000]

SUE SUE SUE!!! You did it!!! You posted your weight!!! You're down 13 GLORIOUS POUNDS!!! I know it may seem soo daunting at times. I've spent 12 of my 37 years over the 200 mark (2 years in my teens at 206) and 10 years in my 20's 30's (high 258)....There were days I just couldn't think about it but I had a little glimmer or sometimes I like to say the "thin me" in my mind where I literally could visualize and see myself thin. Some days it was nonexistent but on days where I could get a glimmer I felt GREAT!!! The good news is that those days become more and more with each drop in pound.

You need to celebrate each time you leave a decapound...(10 pounds ) Just think you WILL NEVER see the 270's AGAIN!!! GONE Kaput!!! You're only 8 pounds away from seeing the 260's!!! You can do that in 4 weeks no problem!!! Starting September in the 250's!!! Let us know how we can help! When I was in the 240's...I just couldn't exercise the first few weeks...I needed to work on my portion control. I either did slimfast 2x a day or I did low carb...both helped shrink my stomach...it's true...when you eat bigger portions your stomach stretches which causes the receptors in the lining of your stomach to not respond that you're full until you start stretching it...visualize this...say because of bigger portions you've stretched your stomach to a gallon size...that means that you will feel HUNGRY until you've eaten a gallon size...but that's far too many calories which makes it difficult to lose...you really FEEL hungry all the time....the quickest way for me to fix that was to take 2-3 weeks and do low carb (which really limited the bulk foods I ate and curbed my appetite) or slimfast...within that time my stomach had actually shrank and I began to feel fuller faster...which meant that I was consuming under 1800 calories a day and feeling FULL!!! And the weight came off...but then I kind of stalled and realized I had to walk...I began with just a 20 minute slow paced walk in the morning....at first my knees hurt...realized I needed goood shoes...ask mom & dad to help you get that great pair as a birthday gift for you! Then I was off...just by adding in 20 minute walks 4x a week the weight started moving again....then I had to up it...but by that time 25 pounds were GONE and I could walk longer! You can do this..you're not alone....you will get this off and you'll be amazed at how your personality shines with the confidence that you did it!

I'm sooo proud of you for posting!!! You're on your way!! Say goodbye 267!!!

Tara