Good Morning, Ladies!
I took today as a vacation day from work to get alot of stuff done around the house and regroup around my eating and exercise. Of course Friday I came down with a terrible head cold
I am still fighting. I'm not getting as much done as I had hoped, but it's good to have the house to myself.
I'm down 2.5 pounds from last week. Unfortunately, I'm sure it's due to the cold. I'm stilling finishing TOM, so next Monday will be a more reliable account of how I'm doing. Some day, when I finally get to the 160s, I will let you know!
I'm too stuffed up to exercise (hopefully tomorrow), but my fridge is full of good stuff. DH stocked us up with watermelon, honeydew melon, apples, grapes, bananas, etc. Plus, our menu this week has at least two vegetables at every dinner. I need those to fill me up!
O.k.,I admit it! Who still has their Easter stuff out? I'm raising my hand very sheepishly.
Today is the day it goes away. That means trips to the attic, but I'm just going to rest when I need to. A few trips up the stairs should burn a few calories!
Jen -- It is hard to get around snacking. I don't even try anymore, I just bring something with me. I always have a pack of raisins in my bag. They're quick, they're filling, and they don't need refrigeration! Try to think of some other things you could have with you -- apples, a whole banana, dates, etc. that you could eat quickly. I know it doesn't sound as appealing as the hot dog or chicken, but you could see a real reduction in calories by switching to fruit for just your snacks...then really enjoy your protein for dinner!
Chris -- The running class sounds great! Keep movin' and you will see losses!
Tracy -- Great to hear from you! It is very easy to get involved in living your life and not get back here, I do it all the time
We're here whenever you want to post. I bet once you start opening the gym, you will definitely see losses again!
Debra -- How is the oatmeal coming? I don't have a new fun food, I'm just getting back to fruits and vegetables. Oh! I take that back. The new baked Cheetos are pretty good. Of course most of the fat is gone, but they still are an o.k. substitute for me. They still have the same crunch...
Kathy -- I hope you're doing o.k. with everything going on in your life. Just take a moment to breathe when you can.
Dona -- You are going to be able to use your alone time this summer to really focus on you, doing the things you enjoy and that make you happy. Look on it as a blessing that will allow you to really appreciate the rest of your family when they come home. I bet you have a few projects you would like to get to that you have been putting off. This is the perfect opportunity to really dig into something you have been wanting to do.
Tara -- I hope your cold is all better, and you had a wonderful time at the beach!
Linda -- Are you recovered from your weekend yet? I know this is going to be one busy month for you, so try to take just a few minutes for yourself each day!
O.k., everybody, have a great day, and let's Move in May!
Maria
<--that's me sans snack. But still, my choices are better. I eat two chicken sandwiches or two hot dogs (one snack, one dinner) and slices of banana (they are the ones used for the Banana Splits). Thursday I drank 5-18 ounce bottles of water at work. Friday I got in just three 18-ounce bottles but we were VERY VERY VERY busy.
to Disney180 and Chipmunkfan!
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), so I really need to get back to eating healthy foods.
It's GREAT to have you share your journey with us and shoot for the same goal! I see some of you on your tickers have trips coming up in the next months...what a GREAT way to reward yourself with a wonderful loss of extra bulge! We've got a trip in September and that gives me 4 solid months to get 30 pounds off...it's aggressive but I know I can do it!
and 8 p.m. goals. My goal this month is 3x exercise every week. I'm off to a slow start because of my cold, but I can still make it this week!
