150 Club...care to join???

[lajones81]

Hi, friends!

I am back and renewed with my personal mission to make it to the 150s! I tried to get on the scale this weekend, but my mom informed me that the batteries died. So, unfortunately (er, shall I say fortunately - LOL!), I couldn't weight myself. Today I stayed OP 100% and am so psyched about that! As you may have sensed last time, I was (am in some ways) a bit overwhelmed with all I've put on myself this year.

I've decided that I may need to change gyms. Tomorrow we have off of school (my district honors the Jewish holidays) and since I'm not Jewish I am lucky enough to get the day all to myself. I thought that this would be the perfect time to check out a gym that I've been thinking about joining. Anyone ever heard of the Women's Workout World? I kinda get intimidated by working out with these really buff guys (not that buff ladies doesn't make me feel insecure either, but you get the point). They have a three-day trial coupon on their website so I'm going to check it out. If I don't like it, I'm still changing my gym and going back to the park district. I like the basic premise of the place I workout at, but I just don't feel so comfortable there anymore. It actually makes me not want to workout.

Anywho, it sounds like people are making some excellent strides! I am so honored to be a part of this thread and hope that I can be an excellent role model just like all of you!

Lisa

 

[NYcpa]

Tara - glad to hear you had a good time at the wedding.

Linda - wogging is combining walking with jogging. I will try to do a 3w/2r for the half. If that doesn't work out, I will run however much I can and not worry about trying to do specific times. Anything to get me to the finish within the alotted time.

Regina, Carrieberry - welcome back. The support here has help me get back on target.

Travelgirl - welcome. You have definitely come to the right place for support.

Jen - glad to see you got back on plan. Take each day at a time and don't beat yourself up when you slip. You schedule is hectic enough without adding the stress of putting youself down when you stray from your target. I liked your idea on what to do with the candy.

Lisa - as Tara keep telling me, take some me time. It sounds like you could also use the advise. I easily stress myself out with all I have to do also.

The candy basket is almost empty. All that is left is dark chocolate and I don't care for it. Last night I had my typical long drive supper of a large Snickers bar. The only thing good about the choice was I did had it eaten before 7 PM. I actually bought 2 candy bars but talked myself out of eating the second one because I wasn't hungry instead of eating it because it was there.

Since I won't be near a scale again until the 12th, I am counting yesterday's weight as my pre-WDW weight. I am holding steady at 169. I hope to come home at that weight and that all the walking will burn the extra caloriesfrom eating. Lynne and Erin want to try eating their way aroung the world at the Food and Wine Fest. the girls have vowed that all future trips to WDW will be planned around where we want to eat rather than what we want to do.

I walked on the treadmill at work with a co-worker before lunch for 23 min. I also went to the exercise room at the hotel after work and did another 32 min of walking. Betwee the 2 times. I walked a little over 3 miles. Will have to take my running shoes to work tomorrow for walking again.

Tara - you will be happy to know I brought work with me this trip but so far I haven't looked at it. I watched Crossing Jordan last night and it was a cross-over show with Vegas tonight. I had to watch TV tonight to see how the episode ended.

THREE MORE DAYS TO WORK AND THEN I GET TO PLAY WITH EVERYONE'S FAVORITE MICE. I probably will take my computer rather than leave it in the car at the airport, but it won't be much good without any files. We will be too busy. My nephew who recently moved to the Orlando area would like to bring his 2 boys over for up to see and spend some time with. I want to surprise my mom with a picture of them together. She hasn't seen them in over a year.

Today makes day 9 of no eating past 8 pm. I appears to be a habit. Now I just have to make the exercise a habit.

Everyone, have a good evening and a losing day tomorrow.

ONWARD AND DOWNWARD

 

[travelgirl]

Good Morning!!!

It's still hot down here in Louisiana! We are suppose to have a cool front this weekend, then the temps will only be in the 80's!! I don't really consider that a cool front, but it's better than the 95 degrees we've been having here. I am ready for cooler temps, so it will feel like fall.

Lisa- you sound like me. I do not go to clubs to work out, b/c I feel wierd working out in front of all those folks. I will just have to learn to do it at home. I wish you lick on the new club!!

Kathy- I love candy too! I have to really try to avoid it. The secretary at work keeps a bowl on her desk, and I eat one piece every day after lunch. That gives me something to look forward to, I have done it the whole time I have been losing weight, so I guess it's not hurting me. It's just a minature size snickers and Reese's cup. About 50 calories!! I have no will power when it comes to candy! And this month's torture, b/c of Halloween- Candy is everywhere!!!

I hope you have a great time at WDW. Where are you staying? How long?

Well I have to get to work...Have a Great Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[lmhall2000]

Hey guys!!! Tuesday morning commitment...walked my 4 miles...probably actually 3.5 today...we're 8 minutes off our normal time...the sun still has not risen and I'm already back...I hate walking in the dark. As I was walking I just decided to stop all this waffling and commit October to a 2 slimfast month...I'm going to take their challenge and just do 2 slimfasts + a good meal and work hard on including 2 good snacks (I have strawberries, apples, carrots, cheese, wheat crackers) in between meals. I'm curious to see how much I can lose in 28 days doing that. I'll keep my walking and if I miss a morning walk then I'll do pilates to round it out. Hey, it's only 28 days...I can do ANYTHING for 28 days and I'd rather lose than gain. I like challenges and am really curious to see how it will pan out.

Debra!!! WAY To go on trying on those dresses!! Isn't it neat to see the changes your body has made!!! And what a bargain on a cruise dress!

Steph! I love 7th Heaven too! I lost touch with it for 3 years because we didn't have cable and the WB channel was horrible. I need to find the time it comes on....I bet everyone has changed! I caught one episode last Spring at my parents and couldn't believe how big Ruthie is! My friend worked there 15 years ago..it was in Baton Rouge...Scott White..he's probably long gone by now..haven't kept in touch with him. I just remember he was a chemical engineer and liked working there. And, yes, WDW will be a SHOCK to you!! Lots changed in 21 years! Enjoy yourself!

Regina...yep, I'm about to face the music with our finances...two years of paying for two residences just led us in a hole and now we're going to dig out..we are used to no debt and I have to remind myself that lots have it worse...so what if it takes ya some time to pay it off...you will and it will be better in time. I'm doing our budget tonight and that's another reason to slimfast....it's cheaper!

WELCOME BACK Carrieberry! I know it's hard to get back after a trip especially with a head cold..those are the pits! I still haven't written our trip report...whew! Life gets soo busy!

Lisa!!! I say go for it with the gym...just being in a gym curbs my appetite! I've never worked out and then headed for Baskin Robbins...but in every other area of my life I'd have not problem making a sweet run after...so I say GO! Let us know how it makes you feel (crappy the first week but glorious thereafter! )

Kathy!!! I'm so so semi-proud of you! Is there any chance I can send mental vibes and have you LEAVE that computer in the trunk? Think of all the damage that could be done by lugging it around...it could put a tear in that recently worked on shoulder, the strap could get hung on the metal detectors and hold up 20-30 angry passengers. You could accidentally spill coffee on it in the room, your daughters may trip over it costing a costly repair job. Nah, the benefits of not taking it surely outweigh the other!
AWESOME job on the walking and not eating after 8...that's a habit if I've ever seen one! Snickers..well, ya got some protein, and that fifth food group (chocolate) so not all bad...save the other one for the stressful moment on the plane when you realize you left your computer in a bathroom stall. hint hint.

Off to slimfast..then to do some morning chores!

Have a great day everyone!
Tara

 

[chrismiss56]

Morning Losers!!

It is now October 4th and we STILL have the a/c running in Chicago Cold Front is suppose to start moving in tomorrow......with cold and rain - by thursday we are looking at a high of 58. Today we are looking at a high of 88!!! This weather is crazzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzy

Day ONE - WEEK ONE - BREAKFAST!! Had a fat free yogurt, frozen blueberries and weight watchers granola. Drank all my water and earned the right to be called a POTTY PRINCESS
Did not eat after 8pm WOO HOO!!!! That was really really hard. DD17 went out to a late movie (no school today because of the Jewish holiday) so I waited up for her.........grrrrrrrrrrr wanted that salt and crunch sooooooooo bad. But I didn't give in

One thing I didn't follow was not weighing myself - needed the instant gratification and GOT IT!!!! 3 pounds of water weight came off in 24 hours...............YEA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ok Ok....no more weighing myself this week but did it feel good..........

Today going to work towards the same goals........

Steph - I also will watch 7th Heaven - DD17 got me started on the show. How cute!!

And I will join the ranks of those who need STOP THE DEBT - MONEY IS FLOWING OUT FASTER than it is coming in Will be paying my bills this morning and getting depressed. Just don't know how it got so out of control but am TAKING BACK OUR LIVES!!!!!!!! Health and weath wise. WOO HOO!!!

Looking for ideas for cheap healthy meals..........any thoughts or websites I can use?

Tara - 28 Days is NOT THAT LONG!!! You can do so much during that time!! Keep moving and losing towards a healthier and wealthier you!! I am right there with you. DH can retire in 7 years and the goal is to be healthy, debt free and enjoy retirement!! We will all do it together!!

Debra - Thanks for sharing the story of the dresses........brought a smile to my face. Can't remember the last time I thought I looked good in a dress - a goal to achieve............what does the dress look like that you bought. Bet you will be the best looking Cruiser!!

Regina - Right there with you.....working on being healthier and wealthier. Let's do it one step at a time......

Welcome Back Carrie!! - Missed you

Lisa - Good For YOU!! I find every excuse I can not to go to the gym. Let us know how you do!!

Kathy - Woo Hoo - No more candy in the basket!! I happen to LOVE dark chocolate so it is a good thing I am not there Ok we will let you take the computer ONLY to let us know how you are doing and give us updates about your DDs eating around the world BUT THAT IS IT - NO WORK!! Have a GREAT TIME!!

Off to start the depressing process of paying the bills...........how quickly the checking account balance dwindles..........

Again if anyone knows of some cheap healthier meals or a website I would appreciate it.......one of the areas I looking at to cut back is the groceries....spend waaaaaaaaaaay too much.

Have a Magical Disney Day
Linda

 

[lajones81]

Good morning!

Here are my goals for today:
1. Drink all my water (8-10 glasses)
2. Eat OP 100% today
3. Workout

Simple enough, but you would be amazed what it takes sometimes!

Here's to a happy, healthy Tuesday!

Lisa

 

[westjones]

This thread is really jumping today. It is so motivating to read everyone's renewed commitment to losing weight! This is great! It is great seeing some new members to our group. WELCOME EVERYONE!

Yesterday we had a bit of melodrama. DD1 came home from middle school in tears yesterday (the one that goes to the regular middle school, not the one at the university lab school). She was accused of cheating yesterday and she was devastated! Apparently a girl in the class didn't finish her worksheet and was trying to do it before class started. My DD took her paper out and turn it over to the back to show her that there were questions on the back and not to forget to do those. The girl thought she was offering her the paper to copy (I guess) because she took the paper from my DD and started copying her answers. THEN the teacher walked in and caught her. She then publicly announced to the classes that my DD and this other girl were cheating and therefore would not be participating in the class activity for the day (they had to sit in the back of the room).

Tara, you may understand this (and to those of you who are new, we use to homeschool). My daugter is SO naive! She had never seen anyone cheat and it is not something that she ever thought about this girl doing, so she was stunned when this girl started doing this that she didn't know what to do. She was trying to help this girl by reminding her of the back side, and instead she was humiliated in front of her class.

She wanted me to go in and talk to her teacher, but I told her that teacher hear all the time from parents that THEIR kids are good, and of course THEIR kids would never do anything wrong. I do feel for teachers and all the put up with, and I also understand that teachers are not use to kids like my DD who came from a very sheltered world.

SO anyway, she begged and begged me to homeschool her again, but we are making her go back and deal with this. We are using it as a learning experience.

Of course today starts dance team try outs, and I am not sure if this is going to impact her chances of making the team (being labled as a cheater).

So anyway, dealing with family drama here!

On the positive side, DD2 had a tea party for parents at the Lab School this morning and we had a lovely time! AND I managed to try a 'bite' of every thing without over indulging at all! I was VERY proud of how I handled the whole thing (I was worried about it before I went, but I was strong!).

Well onward and downward! I feel like we are in a new 'chapter' of the year. The Fall Chapter and we all are going to see such great results by Christmas! Let's help each other get through these holidays!

Debra

 

[chrismiss56]

Debra -

My heart goes out to your daughter It kills me when they have to experience one of life's lessons but she will be a stronger person for it. At least that is what I tell myself whenever one of mine came home crying......

Sending her that this will all work itself out........and you were right to send her back. That is the best way for them to learn to deal with all that life throws at you including cheaters..........

So hard for an educators point of view to sift through and figure out who was cheating and who wasn't.....

Sounds like you had a wonderful time at your "tea". Glad you could share the moment with the other daughter.

Have a Magical Disney Day!!
Linda

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Hey guys!

It's been a very busy week-homecoming!! I'm typing out agendas for student council as I chat to you guys.

Meals have been okay, a few slipups here and there. I just wish people in my house would make a definite decision on what's for dinner! My dad made chili and my mom brought home McDonalds. Ay yi yi!! Plus they took away my baked potatoes, so I got stuck with pizza!! But I am moving on! Plus, I had two bites of pumpkin roll and two farm-fresh apples-very worth it!!!!

How's everybody doing?? I'm doing great, yesterday was PJ day and today was Team Day (wear your favorite team). Working up a storm, staying after school to make sashes, Powderpuff game tomorrow, and homecoming dance prep.

Band, on the other hand, is really getting to me. There are two absolute slackers in my squad who do nothing, and we all get blamed. Not to mention, my squad leader made homecoming...and she's yelling more to compensate. I'm just sick and tired of being yelled at (disney world was very nice today, I might add ), I'm sick and tired of how people aren't doing their parts, I'm sick and tired of the direction the band is moving in (down the potty). But I WILL NOT QUIT!!

We are reading Tuesdays with Morrie in my English class and we had to write down an aphorism which we live by. Guess what mine was!!!

"Rejoice over the little victories, for those keep you on track until the big ones come."

Little victories this week:
Drinking water
Homecoming!!!
Making better eating choices (in some areas)
New stove it is so COOL!! We named it Frankfurter (we name all our kitchen appliances)
The weather is beautiful

Little mishaps:
Lunches-cheeseburger and potato smiles on Monday, one slice of pizza
TOM is coming
The weather's getting colder
I lost my favorite socks!

Okay-talk to you all later!!! Hugs!

 

[travelgirl]

It is a very busy thread today, I am trying to keep up!

Debra- I hate to hear that about your DD. I bet she doesn't want to go to school today, but time heals all. I hope she's better today! How long did you home school? Did the kids like it? Did they want to go to school?

Tara- I wish I could get up early enough to walk before work! I am not that good!! It is so hard to do it once you get home b/c by that time, I am so tired. I would think that before work would be better. I might try it, maybe I can get the DH to go to! I would only have to get up about 45 minutes earlier.

Linda- I am with you on the cooler temps! I am so ready for cooler weather!

I have done good today with the food! I have had a diet drink, cereal, lean cuisine. Now what do I have for supper? I need to think of something quick. or I'll be eating so late.

 

[RF536]

Debra- I hope today went better for you daughter, and she can mark it up to a lesson learned.

Travelgirl - You might find that exercising before work is not as hard to accomplish as it sounds. I have found that it takes extra planning on my part, meaning that for me I have to have my exercise and work clothes laid out and my lunch and breakfast packed before I go to bed. If possible try going to bed a little earlier at night. I am definately not a morning person, but I do manage to get up a 4:15am to do my exercise before work

TigerCheer - Have fun and enjoy homecoming. It sounds like you have a very schedule.

Linda - Groceries is also a problem area for us. Since Mon - Fri. it is just me and the boys home for dinner, and DH needs to have something to pack for dinner, that can be eaten quickly this presents a challenge for us. What I try and do is Mon., since this is 1 of my days off, I try and make a larger portion of meat and prepare some vegetables to use during the week. Like this week, I made a rotissorie (sp??) chicken, I have also cut up peppers and onions. Then we do a combination of leftovers and other quck dinners during the week. I also use some of the meat and vegetables for my lunches during the week.

Today went well, I stayed on program, and actually had points left at the end of the day. I also drank all on my water and did get up and do 20 min. on the elliptical machine.


Regina

 

[westjones]

It is a very busy thread today, I am trying to keep up!

Debra- I hate to hear that about your DD. I bet she doesn't want to go to school today, but time heals all. I hope she's better today! How long did you home school? Did the kids like it? Did they want to go to school?

Thanks Steph,
She didn't want to go to school today, but we made her and it was good. She talked to the teacher, and the teacher believed her AND the other girl (the one doing the copying) told the teacher that it was all her fault and my DD didn't do anything wrong. So she is happy again, and learned a lesson. On top of that, the dance team try out (day 1) went well today. Friday night she will know if she made it.

We homeschooled K-4 and started 5th grade when we decided to send the girls to school. The girls liked homeschooling when they were young (there were lot of fun things to do and we traveled a lot and were very active in our homeschool community), but as they hit those 'tween' years (in 5th grade) they wanted to go to school, and I was fine with that.....and actually we LOVE this lab school at the university and will be very happy with both DDs are there (hopefully next year).

Anyway, everyone is happy here....AND I had a WONDERFUL surprise tonight....I got a call from an old friend that I hadn't talked to in 8 years! Just out of the blue she called to talk (well her father passed away last month and I think she was wanting someone to talk to). It was SO cool!

So today is a good day after all. Thanks for listening everyone.

Debra

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Everyone!

Still working on getting my head in the right place. Recommitting every few days probably isn't working, but I guess it's better than giving up altogether...I am full of excuses. Unfortunately, that's not going to move the scale. So, I am going to commit to coming her twice a day. For some reason, when I know I'm doing that, I do better. I want to have good news to share, and that can't happen if I don't stay consistent.

No time to address everyone individually tonight -- just a quick note to Debra to say I'm so sorry for what your daughter went through. I was probably the most naive girl in my junior high, and it's really hard. And you are a very interesting, supportive, and successful person!

Gotta get to bed at a decent hour. I'll C'ya Real Soon in the morning!

Maria

 

[westjones]

Did anyone watch The View today? They had weight lose stories on there today, and they showed a family that got the bypass surgery (all 3 of them, dad, mom and DD). They said it cost them $25,000 each!

BUT my favorite stories were at the end when they talked to two women who lost over 100 pounds each doing it the old fashion way (exercise and eating less). I like stories like that. One women said it took her about 5 years, but she did it (lost 170 pounds! and looked great).

I was so inspired that I walked 4 miles today!

So it can happen girls! Stay with it! It WILL happen!

Both women said that it just takes patience. If you stick with your plan, you will reach your goal! We all will!!!

Debra

 

[westjones]

Hi Everyone!

Still working on getting my head in the right place. Recommitting every few days probably isn't working, but I guess it's better than giving up altogether...I am full of excuses. Unfortunately, that's not going to move the scale. So, I am going to commit to coming her twice a day. For some reason, when I know I'm doing that, I do better. I want to have good news to share, and that can't happen if I don't stay consistent.

No time to address everyone individually tonight -- just a quick note to Debra to say I'm so sorry for what your daughter went through. I was probably the most naive girl in my junior high, and it's really hard. And you are a very interesting, supportive, and successful person!

Gotta get to bed at a decent hour. I'll C'ya Real Soon in the morning!

Maria

Thanks Maria!

I have been thinking about you today! Maria, it is hard to stick with a plan. I know you can do it. Setting small goals (like checking in here) will help. This group has been a blessing for me. I also find that I do better knowing I am checking in with you guys. Don't leave us! You can do this! I know you can!

Debra

 

[lmhall2000]

Maria!! I'm right there with you! I started my 2 slimfasts yesterday and here's how it went (to make you feel a wee bit better!)....walked the 4 miles in the morning (pretty good, huh?) well, had some water and later my slimfast...still good! Then knew I needed a mid-morning snack because I was getting lightheaded...so I had 4 apple slices and 3 slices of pepperoni! WAHOO..I'm off to a losing day! Lunch came and I avoided having a croissant (gave the kids croissant, turkey roll-ups, and carrots) and had my slimfast! WOW THIS IS WORKING!!! Well, had to run an errand and when I got back I was famished! I was soo craving something salty and there was one bag of cheetos left, yep, I had it...but did I stop? NOooooo...I went ahead and had a small croissant...I figured the worse was over...then dinner came...son had football practice so I didn't get started until my husband could take over watching...so the girls and I get home and start right...making a spinach salad with strawberries...then I made pork chops and rotel spaghetti...I was just sooo hungry that I had all my spinach salad (very yummy!) all my spaghetti and then some of my son's spaghetti...and a bowl of chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream! UGH! But, I wrote it off as starting errors...the good news is I did get the 2 slimfasts in....the bad news is if I eat like that I'll be the only fool to gain substituting 2 meals with liquid meals. So cut out the cheetos, the croissant, the extra serving of spaghetti and the ice cream and I might have lost a .5 pound!

So come here and confess what ya did wrong...I promise it'll keep you strong for the next day....now I'm going to confess what I did right...I walked the 4 miles this am...I'm about to turn on FITTV and do 30 minutes of strengthening and just watching those ladies bodies will keep me motivated to not let food guide me but let me guide the food!!!

Linda GREAT job on not eating after 8...making great food choices and keeping us all encouraged!!! You're a great dame!

Lisa...boy, if I could keep with those 3 simple goals I would have been at goal months ago! How simple it seems to do just those things and how HARD it is to follow-thru...keep reminding us of those 3 things and maybe it'll sink in! Hope you did better than I did!

Debra....I'm so glad things worked out for dd...it's funny, I had the same thing happen to me in 5th grade...I had notes under my desk from studying right before it and they were facing up...I never paid attention to how they were facing...but the gal behind me used her foot to pull them out a bit and cheat off them...the teacher blamed me for "allowing" her to do it...I had no clue she was doing it! It was horrible! Atleast the other girl was honest and the teacher believed her....those are good memories to teach us life is not all fair and it's better to learn that lesson earlier than later!

Travelgirl!!! YES why YES you can get up earlier...be forewarned it is horrible the first 2 weeks...but if you can stick it out to the 3rd week it becomes an awesome habit that is hard to break...encourage your dh to go with you but don't let his inability to stick to it keep you from it....my energy level has gone up a good 40-50% since doing this for 8 weeks. It's amazing, really!

Regina!! What a stellar day you had...and points left over? I think I must have known that and borrowed some of your points yesterday! Keep up the losing ways!

Debra...oh gee, I hope it doesn't take me 5 years to get these 100 pounds off!! I'm hoping by my 3rd year (April 1st) mark that I will be so into goal and not have to worry about seeing the 160's again...funny, I'm aching so hard to get to the 160's...hard to think I'll never want to see them! We're all so fickle aren't we?

I'm about to do my slimfast and will make wiser choices on my afternoon snacks and dinner portion control!!!!

Tara

 

[lmhall2000]

Just a heads up...we don't eat out much but today (10/05) many restaurants are offering all today's profits for Hurricane Katrina victims...I know that Red Lobster, Maccaroni Grill, okay here's a more complete list....

www.dineforamerica.org

Check to see if your city is participating....I'm slimfasting for breakfast and lunch and then my husband and I are headed to Maccaroni Grill while kids are at Awana tonight. Thought some of you guys might be eating out for lunch or such!

HAve a great day!!!
Tara

 

[disneymom727]

What a great thing these restaurants are doing. We may do the same thing while our son is at AWANA too tonight. Thanks for the info Tara. I hadn't heard about this.

Well I have had 2 nights of not eating after 8:00. Actually I just didn't eat anything after dinner so whatever time that was each night. Boy did I ever have some temptation though! Monday night my dear, sweet husband decided to bake some cookies. Wasn't that nice of him??? I figured he'd eat them in the kitchen or while on the computer but being the thoughtful guy he is, he came and sat right next to me to eat them. Just like the snake in the garden. Honestly though he did offer to eat them elsewhere but I told him I could control myself and not eat any cookies. Well guess what ... I DIDN'T EAT ANY!!!!!!!!!!! Not even any crumbs or the little piece of chocolate that stuck to his arm. That is major will power for me. Then last night at our Bible study group they were serving strawberry shortcake, one of my absolute favorites. I resisted that as well. You know the little food devil on my shoulder kept telling me since they were strawberries it would be okay. But I made a conscious decision not to eat any!

Today is a dreary day outside and it is supposed to rain (we are in a serious drought so that is a good thing) so I doubt I will get any walking in. I am going to go have some breakfast and try to work out for a bit.

Hope everyone has a great day.


Haley

 

[westjones]

I get home and start right...making a spinach salad with strawberries...

Tara: I am an idiot in the kitchen, so I have a very limited number of items I make for my family. This salad sounds SO good. What do you put in it? What kind of dressing. I am sitting here wanting one of your salads! Help! Tell me how!

Your story is so familiar. Days can start out SO good, and something happens in those hours from dinner to bedtime. That seems to be the hurdle for many of us to get through. If I could stay on track from 5:00-bedtime it would be a breeze! It will be better today. You can do it!

Debra...oh gee, I hope it doesn't take me 5 years to get these 100 pounds off!! I'm hoping by my 3rd year (April 1st) mark that I will be so into goal and not have to worry about seeing the 160's again...funny, I'm aching so hard to get to the 160's...hard to think I'll never want to see them! We're all so fickle aren't we?

Tara

I should have mentioned that this woman said you lost a lot of it (like 100 pounds) in the first couple years, but then just worked on maintaining for a couple of years. Then she decided she was ready to finish the job and took off the rest of it. She looked great! It was very motivating!

It won't take you that long at all. You will be hitting your goal in 2006!
Debra

 

[westjones]

Monday night my dear, sweet husband decided to bake some cookies.

Well guess what ... I DIDN'T EAT ANY!!!!!!!!!!!
Haley

Haley!!!!
This is BIG! Congrats! I am SO proud of you!

You are on your way!!!!

Debra