Between the BLs (Biggest Loser) Summer Challenge 2010 Part 1

[Worfiedoodles]

SarahMay -- What an inspiring set of photos! I know how hard you have worked, and it shows! Fantastic!

Shoutouts to Corinna, JenAnderson, and anyone else running a race this weekend! I know how much time and effort goes into training, particularly for a Half, you guys rock!

Friday's QOTD is a 2 part question: Today was our first weigh in of the challenge. What was your biggest CHALLENGE last week in your weight loss journey, and what step(s) can you take to remove it? AND what was your biggest VICTORY, and how did you make it happen?

Biggest Challenge -- Well, I think I'd better say that darn pizza! At least it was less violent than General Hospital... Everyone was so helpful and supportive as I struggled, thank you very much. I can't really remove the challenge, I think deciding what is worth the calories is going to be with me always, but I think that it can become easier.

Biggest Victory -- I worked out every day last week, and I did my scheduled workouts. I had just over 38 miles this week plus yoga, and I'm really pleased with that. I cannot remember the last time I did all my scheduled workouts! And I also rolled out my new eating plan, and I stuck with it! I had to change the morning and afternoon snacks because I needed to address my hunger, but I made the change and now I feel really good about how I ate!

Saturday's QOTD:What can/do you do to reduce stress?

Exercise is a great stress reducer for me! I really feel more confident and capable when I run.

Speaking of running, I did 10M this morning, in just over 2 hours. It felt fantastic! I was really proud of myself. I had planned to do 9, and then I ate my last 2 clif bloks at 8M, and I knew that would fuel me through 2 more, so I went for it!

We also went grocery shopping last night. I wish you could have seen my kitchen table after we got home -- grapes, oranges, apples, bananas, hearts of romaine, mushrooms, red, green, yellow and orange peppers, red and yellow onions, avocados, salmon, frozen veggies for steaming, raw cashews, organic yogurt, vitamuffins, laughing cow light cheese -- I am really pleased with what we bought, and the meals we have planned for the coming week. I will admit we also have Skinny Cow caramel cone ice cream, I'm looking forward to that special treat!

I lost 5 lbs this week (some of that was definitely from TOM!), but I'm still extremely pleased. It is very rare for me to ever see a number like that, and the fact that I'm feeling healthy, happy and enjoying my eating and workouts is priceless!

Maria

 

[PRINCESS VIJA]

Hi everyone, I haven't had a chance to really check in on this thread, but I am pleased to announce I lost 2#!

 

[Nicole786]

Thank you guys so much for your support!! I'm in the doctors office now preparing for some ankle x rays! When I get home I'll make sure to check out today's posts

 

[jenanderson]

I registered for my first 5k on the 16th, so I ran/walked the route yesterday after work, and it was pretty flat which made me happy. It was hot too, so I hope the day of the race it will be a little cooler. I am much slower and have less energy after work than I do when I run first thing in the morning.

Way to go....it is great that you registered for a 5K! You will do great and I am excited to hear all about it!

Biggest Victory -- I worked out every day last week, and I did my scheduled workouts. I had just over 38 miles this week plus yoga, and I'm really pleased with that. I cannot remember the last time I did all my scheduled workouts! And I also rolled out my new eating plan, and I stuck with it! I had to change the morning and afternoon snacks because I needed to address my hunger, but I made the change and now I feel really good about how I ate!

Maria - Sounds like you have had a great week...super weight loss, great 10mi run and doing all your workouts is SUPER! I am going to be motivated by you and write all my planned workouts down this week and see if I can check them all off my list as the week goes on.

Thank you guys so much for your support!! I'm in the doctors office now preparing for some ankle x rays! When I get home I'll make sure to check out today's posts

That is what we are all here for. You will find tons of support and people are always willing to share some ideas to help you out through any difficult times.

Update on my day: I have picked up my race packet and now will focus on my kid's dance for several hours (dress rehearsals are today). I just ran over to the YMCA and signed up for their summer membership so I am excited to get going on trying out some new classes! I will be home for a short bit later to check in before bed.

Hope everyone is having a great day!
Jen

 

[Rose&Mike]

I run to get out of the house. I have two little kids, a teenager and a husband that works from home... I need to run or I never get time alone.

Too funny!

As of today, I'm 1.1 pounds from "normal" myself and I can hardly wait to break on through!

Very exciting!

A Huge Victory for me is that I have walked everyday (except one) for the past 12 days. I know that this may not seem like a lot
to all you Triggers and Runners out there but for me it's big. My goal is to walk 6 days a week.

Well I need to Catch up as usual
Have a wonderful and healthy weekend

Last time I lost weight all I did for exercise was walk, and I lost 32 pounds, and got to just above where I am now. Walking is great exercise. I think anything that you find that you can do consistently is awesome!

SarahMay--Thanks for sharing the pictures. You must me sooooo proud of yourself!

Mommyof2Pirates--Onederland----Woohoo! Very exciting.

Lisa--I just lovvvve your new clippie!

Jude, Jen, Corinnaand anyone I missed--Hope you all have great runs!

Nicole786-- Hang in there. And baby your ankle, much better to take a few extra days to recover in order to avoid a more severe injury.

Biggest Victory -- I worked out every day last week, and I did my scheduled workouts. I had just over 38 miles this week plus yoga, and I'm really pleased with that. I cannot remember the last time I did all my scheduled workouts! And I also rolled out my new eating plan, and I stuck with it! I had to change the morning and afternoon snacks because I needed to address my hunger, but I made the change and now I feel really good about how I ate!


Speaking of running, I did 10M this morning, in just over 2 hours. It felt fantastic! I was really proud of myself. I had planned to do 9, and then I ate my last 2 clif bloks at 8M, and I knew that would fuel me through 2 more, so I went for it!

Maria

That is some impressive mileage and congrats on the 10m. Sounds like a great run!

I am probably going to write a small novel, just warning you in case you want to skip ahead. The QOTD was an interesting one for me, especially after last night. Nothing major happened during the day, but I started the evening off feeling stressed out and I just kept feeling worse and worse the whole night.

By 9:00 my Pac's were occuring every 3 beats or so, probably the worst since I'd been to the doctor. I must have looked bad because dh kept checking my pulse and asking if I wanted to leave. Then DS called to say hi and basically spent the next 5 minutes telling me about everything that was going on, which in our opinions involved a lot of poor choices on his part.

The point of all this is to say, I really handle stress poorly, and it is really the thing that is making my heart stuff worse. I have completely given up caffeine, rarely have chocolate, and take no medication except the occasional ibuprofen. So when I'm having these episodes, I usually can directly relate it to stress, which they told me would make the heart thing worse. Why does it matter so much? Because I'm feeling the irregular contractions when they are this bad, and the next step is medication, which I really want to avoid. Last night was a wake up call to me that I need to get back on track with the meditation and keep reading some of the other stuff I was working on, dealing with letting things go, etc. I know this tendency to worry so much originated from my childhood, but for goodness sakes, enough is enough. This is too important to keep doing the same things over and over that are obviously not working.

In the big scheme of things, last night should have not stressed me out as much as it did. So I had an annoying day at work, so the fans were awful at the ballpark, so DS was a little poop head last night. In the big scheme of things it's all pretty meaningless. Thanks for the question--I needed to be pushed back on track.

We took a 7.1m run this morning and with the walking at the beginning and end went 9.1 total. The run felt great, but I need to stop eating hummus/beans the night before a long run. Last week my tummy was uncomfortable, this time, well let's just say it wasn't pleasant. The good news, is I finished! I told DH we need to research a better protein choice (vegetarian) for days before long runs and see if that helps. I don't like tofu very much, so not sure what we'll come up with.

Have a great day everyone. Sorry for the book. Thanks for letting me share.

 

[tigger813]

Great...now we have a tornado watch until 10 pm tonight. Had to cancel our plans as the sister of our friend was rushed to the emergency room with stomach pains and can't keep anything down. Getting the laundry done now, cleaned DD2s bedroom, watching Shorts, hoping to play some video games with the family and we're going to hopefully be able to grill some burgers and Vidalia onions later. Enjoying my Bud Light Lime. I bought a tiny marble cheesecake to celebrate the end of a great soccer season for the family.

Done 7 miles so far today and hope to do a few more later. Gotta keep an eye on the radar and skies the rest of the day. It is really nasty humid out there. I went to the grocery store and the air was really thick.

Probably have some chips and dip and hummus later. I also need to drink lots more water after I finish my beer. As long as I get in my workouts and drink my water I can keep my gain to a minimum for the weekend.

TTFN!

 

[Connie96]

Saturday's QOTD:What can/do you do to reduce stress?

My best solution is to get outside and walk for a while. It's not always feasible, but if I can manage it, that's what gets my head straight the best.

A break through today!
I usually step on my bathroom scale every morning just to gage how Im doing. I dont focus on it too much. My official weigh ins are done at my office on the "doctor" scale. Today I stepped on the bathroom scale and.................Ive made it into one-derland!!!!

I was so thrilled to see this. I hope not to see the 2 ANYMORE!

It has given me such a boost to eat well and make good choices today!

Happy Saturday Everyone!

That's fantastic! And YOU did it all! Way to go!!!


I ran my 5K this morning and... I placed 2nd in the "women 30-39" group with a time of 29:44!!!!! It was a very hilly course and all I really wanted was to finish under 30 minutes and I did it. I've never placed in a race before and I am seriously stoked!! Gotta love those small town races!

And now I'm off to go pick up the parts to convert DD's toddler bed into a big girl bed. It's a good day all around!

Yall have a great Saturday!

 

[lovedvc]

Can anyone help me post pics.

 

[JOANNEL]

Great QOTD . . . and great idea about floating in the pool! We have a pool (new house came with a pool) and when I am in the pool, I am NOT near the pantry! That is going to be my diet plan for the summer!

I spend a lot of time floating and reading, it really keeps me out of the kitchen!! But you can't read library books. they might get wet!!

 

[N&B'smom]

Soooooooo, just wanted to say I haven't had the greatest day food-wise. (my own fault) I made baked potato soup for my DS11, it's his favorite and of course, I had to taste it which led to a bowl. I'm planning on just having a salad or fruit for dinner. But I can't help but feel like a blew it. BUT I'm not going to mess the rest of my day up because I didn't make the best choice for lunch.

I also got another great motivation in the mail today, an invitation to my cousin's wedding on 7/30. I'll be seeing my Dad's side of the family, people I don't often see. I want to look my best and feel healthier so......must get movin'!

 

[CptJackSparrowsGirl]

Thanks flipflopmom
Thanks for the support
I still need to walk today, but I've started off the day eating well

 

[donac]

Can anyone help me post pics.

Check out the techinical thread at the bottom of the Disboards. They have a list of directions to follow to post pictures.

 

[flipflopmom]

and.................Ive made it into one-derland!!!!

That is a great accomplishment!!! Downward from here! CONGRATS!

Go for a long walk on the beach or a float in my pool!!! Just have to think about other things rather than job hunting!!!

Wow, those sound like seriously amazing antidotes for stress!!!!! Makes my heart rate drop just thinking about it!

...DD10 and I are running the Freihofers Run for Women (5K) this morning. Well, us and 4000 other women !! LOL. It was pouring when I woke up but the sun is coming out now. I'm playing "sweeper" for the girls in grades 2 through 5 at my daughters school. The girls are eligible to run the whole 5K once they turn 7. I'm going to stay near the slower girls (with DD) and make sure that no one gets discouraged or gives up during the race. I'll encourage them to try to keep running, or else walk a little way with them. DD is in this group. First year her time was 41, last year was 37. We're aiming for something better today. Keep your fingers crossed!! . (Alibi here - I also have to take a gulp of air before I open up the paper the next morning, where everyone's name and time is posted. When I run the route on my lunch hour, my time is around 28-30 minutes. But in the paper I'll be at 36 minutes. Or slower. Bigger gulp. I guess I'm more competitive that I thought....)
Jude

Sounds like a great time!!!!!!! How wonderful that you are doing this with DD. Don't worry about what the paper says, think instead about what your daughter is learning and gaining from the time with you!

I'm really depressed today. I woke up yesterday and had barely any move on the scale, and I have a sprained ankle so I can't run. I just feel so helpless and all the motivation I had this week where I would say to myself "its okay, if i don't have a weight loss this week I'll just work harder" is now gone because I can't do anything!

You've gotten some good advice from Jen. Work on things that don't involve your ankles, and you will still lose inches. Focus on your eating, it is all about calories in... You can do this. I hope you get good news from your dr.!

It is so hard when you don't see the results you want. I have been working really hard at learning to accept the small losses but am constantly reminded here about how a loss...no matter how big or small....is a loss and it is so much better then a gain! Today will be limited to the 20 minutes I need for the COW and then tomorrow I will have the half marathon. The rest of the week I am going to include running, my Wii (which I have ignored for weeks), lift weights and more. My goal will be at least 45 minutes each day and see if it helps me clear my mind again.
Jen

Jen, remember Horton Hears a Who? I have adapted it "A loss is a loss, no matter how small." I am so in awe of your running, and you are having a wonderful plan to not let the stress get to you! You are an inspiration, lady! AND... remember our conversation last challenge about how you wanted to get rid of a certain number, and I begged you to send it my way? Well, I GOT IT YESTERDAY! So again, whatever you're wanting to get rid of now, send it to me! I want to wear a bikini! Although, I think I am keeping more of my weight in my stomach than you, b/c even at your weight I don't think I'll like it. I keep telling myself, just a few more, and you'll be where Jen and Rose were.... Having someone near my weight with the same size/frame has really been motivating!

I also have gotten over my embarrassment at being seen out in public running. When I started it was winter so there was rarely anyone at the park, but as spring came, so did the people, and it made me uncomfortable at first, but now I try to just think about me, and that I'm doing this for myself, and noone is probably looking at me anyway.
Maybe your instructor let you go early so he could go home and check on the Dis too?!?! Glad you got done early. Hope today's class flies by for you.

I registered for my first 5k on the 16th.

I worry about people seeing me, too. I even watch my form if I can catch a glimpse of my shadow. It's sad. Congrats on registering for the 5K.

I don't see my professor as a Dis guy. I wish.

I am so proud of myself. I got in 30 minutes on the Wii Fit+ today.

CC- I knew you could get that exercise in! I am so glad you are working on a plan. They are the only thing that keep me sane. In fact, when I get done here, thats what I am headed to do!

My parents arrive next Friday. Don't get me wrong, I love them dearly but man, they stress me out! THat's why am I determined to reach 148 by next Friday because I always seem to gain when she's here. I'm going to try and help her lose weight but she tends to be stubborn! I've lost 15 pounds since she was here at Christmas so I really want to make sure I don't gain it back!

Tracey, do me a favor and hug your Daddy for me. I'm having an emotional week, and would give anything to hug him again. That being said, I know that house guests of any kind give me stress! Your mom will be so motivated onve she sees all the exercise you do!

I think that being more organized would reduce my stress. I get terribly overwhelmed when I have lots of tasks to do and I do not know where to start.

I've been on an organization soap box the last few days for some reason. But it truly helps. If you don't know where to start, start by making a list of everything you 1. have to accomplish today 2. what you need to do tomorrow, 3. what you need to do by the end of the week. Then just start on it!

Stress is a flare trigger for my Lupus so I try to keep my life stress free. Unfortunately, I create my own unnecessary stress all the time by worrying about little dumb things that are really not worth the stress. It's one of my quirks.

I know what you mean. It's kinda like food - not worth the calories. The stress isn't worth the belly fat!

Back from mowing lawns. Dh had no problem. We made sure he had water and it was still pretty cool

So glad it was not a repeat of last week! I can't imagine keeping up with 3 lawns!

Biggest Challenge[/B] -- Well, I think I'd better say that darn pizza! At least it was less violent than General Hospital... Biggest Victory -- I worked out every day last week, and I did my scheduled workouts. I had just over 38 miles this week plus yoga, and I'm really pleased with that.

Maria - I am truly inspired (and a little awestruck). 38M, 5lbs, and a table full of delicious and yummy food! What a great week, you definitely have something to be proud of!

Hi everyone, I haven't had a chance to really check in on this thread, but I am pleased to announce I lost 2#!

What a great week! Thanks for stopping in!

Last night was a wake up call to me that I need to get back on track with the meditation and keep reading some of the other stuff I was working on, dealing with letting things go, etc. I know this tendency to worry so much originated from my childhood, but for goodness sakes, enough is enough. This is too important to keep doing the same things over and over that are obviously not working.

Rose. You really have some serious motivation to keep stress at bay, and yet, that adds to the stress. Glad that you have some perspective on it this morning.

As long as I get in my workouts and drink my water I can keep my gain to a minimum for the weekend.

You always have such a workout plan! You make me tired just reading what you do!

I ran my 5K this morning and... I placed 2nd in the "women 30-39" group with a time of 29:44!!!!! It was a very hilly course and all I really wanted was to finish under 30 minutes and I did it. I've never placed in a race before and I am seriously stoked!! Gotta love those small town races!

That is great Connie! I am a slug when it comes to running, so that time is seriously impressive!

Soooooooo, just wanted to say I haven't had the greatest day food-wise. (my own fault) I made baked potato soup for my DS11, it's his favorite and of course, I had to taste it which led to a bowl. I'm planning on just having a salad or fruit for dinner. But I can't help but feel like a blew it. BUT I'm not going to mess the rest of my day up because I didn't make the best choice for lunch.

I think a lot of times we mess up by making dinner bigger anyway. I wish it would be more feasible to have a bigger lunch and less dinner. Just think, you got the bad stuff out of the way early, with more time to burn it off!

Thanks flipflopmom
Thanks for the support
I still need to walk today, but I've started off the day eating well

Good for you girl!!!!!!!! Keep it up, and you'll be getting those rewards from mom soon!

 

[jennz]

We miss you Jennifer! Sounds like you are having a great time!


Taryn

Thanks Taryn! It was a great great trip. DD is sad that it's over and a little depressed right now - we're going to watch the new Jackie Chan movie tonight.

What a difference a year makes....

SarahMay - you look fabulous!!!! Don't you love looking at those pictures?? Thanks for sharing!

Didn't get to walking today, but I'm walking tomorrow (techincally today lol ) I need to start eating better

Hey girl - did you walk today? I'm walking tomorrow...today was a lot of driving and unpacking so I skipped it. I'll be your virtual walking buddy! Do you ever listen to audiobooks while you walk?

I'm really depressed today. I woke up yesterday and had barely any move on the scale, and I have a sprained ankle so I can't run. I just feel so helpless and all the motivation I had this week where I would say to myself "its okay, if i don't have a weight loss this week I'll just work harder" is now gone because I can't do anything!

I completely understand, and it's hard to stay on track when you can't exercise...just remember that as long as you calories are less than what you burn that day you will lose weight! Maybe check a site that will give your estimated burn and just count calories until you can exercise again.

My biggest challenge was definitely the 3 parties i had over the holiday weekend, and my biggest victory was making a plan for all three, including a treat or splurge at each one, and writing everything down that I ate all week, and losing 3 pounds!
Congrats on your loss this week. It's so handy when you have a park the kids can play at and you can get your run in. Lately I've been doing my run/walk on the side walks are around town, and Michael will us his scooter and come alongside me. It's nice for a change of scenery from the same park I'd been running in since february. I also have gotten over my embarrassment at being seen out in public running. When I started it was winter so there was rarely anyone at the park, but as spring came, so did the people, and it made me uncomfortable at first, but now I try to just think about me, and that I'm doing this for myself, and noone is probably looking at me anyway.

Glad you're enjoying your vacation. Kayaking would definitely not be my thing either, it would freak me out if I tipped over. You're such a good mom.

ha ha thanks!!! GREAT JOB on the loss - 3 pounds is a LOT!!! And great job getting out w/Michael and no longer caring about what people think. I am a closest runner - I do the c25k somewhere besides home!

Hi everyone, I haven't had a chance to really check in on this thread, but I am pleased to announce I lost 2#!

Vija!! I haven't seen you in a while, since you won that BL contest at either your or DH's work...glad to see you again.

I ran my 5K this morning and... I placed 2nd in the "women 30-39" group with a time of 29:44!!!!! It was a very hilly course and all I really wanted was to finish under 30 minutes and I did it. I've never placed in a race before and I am seriously stoked!! Gotta love those small town races!
Yall have a great Saturday!

Woo hoo!!! Awesome!!!

We're back from vacation and back to real life...waaaaahhhhh! And I can't find my bodybugg...I'm hoping it turns up during the rest of the unpacking but I'm thinking it's still in Kentucky

 

[cclovesdis]

Thanks Taryn! It was a great great trip. DD is sad that it's over and a little depressed right now - we're going to watch the new Jackie Chan movie tonight.

Do you ever listen to audiobooks while you walk?

We're back from vacation and back to real life...waaaaahhhhh! And I can't find my bodybugg...I'm hoping it turns up during the rest of the unpacking but I'm thinking it's still in Kentucky

Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip. Thanks for the reminder re: audiobooks. I wanted to do some research on buying some and when I tried to go online, I found out our Internet was down. Enjoy the movie and I hope you find your bodybugg!


Today turned out to be a pretty OP day. I got in all 3 COWs for the day and am quite excited. Thanks for the encouragement Taryn! Meals were good as well. I ate more at dinner than I planned to, but it was hunger, not a binge. Very happy about that.

I may be going to play mini-golf tonight and then we'll probably have ice cream. I'll only have some if they have fat-free or frozen yogurt. Off to find out where my friend is. Have a great night everyone!

CC

 

[flipflopmom]

As you can see from the post above, we're out of class.
Now I want to share my minutae, feel free to skip.

1. Losing weight has been great, and I love everything about it. I actually found a downside today. My behind is not as padded as it used to be, and 8 hours in a high school desk actually made my tailbones sore!

2. Did some talking about weight and size with a dear friend of mine today. She is the one that talked me into doing my Master's Degree with her. We've been together since 1st grade, and I have always envied her. Remember the size test with your wrist? Well, her fingers overlap about an inch at her wrist! Mine don't touch, and there is no fat there. It was nice to have a calm adult understanding of why I will never look like her, and be okay with it!

3. Now, I need support. 2 weeks from today, I will be on the road to WDW. Since you are on the Dis, you know what that means. Even though I've been working on plans, I don't feel ready. I also have the massive amounts of stuff to pack and get ready (charge camera batteries, little details, etc.) I also have a portfolio, 10 lesson plans, a mini-lesson, and strategies lesson to prepare. We'll also have our final exam on the day I leave. I have my Torch Run (first run in public) Monday, and 2 workdays at school to finish packing up my room, finish my records, etc. I am trying not to stress, (belly fat, belly fat), and I am going to get out my Franklin Covey binder and make a to-do list, down to hours of the day, for the next week. Please send PPD my way that I am able to handle things without overeating or overstressing!

4. I think I am going to play some Zumba you tube videos and dance with my girls this evening. I did 20 minutes of arm weights and ab work this morning, but just feel the need for cardio after sitting all day!


Thanks for letting me share, and I am so very proud of each of you. You are truly an inspiration to me, and I love being involved with you. Your exercise, temptation and stress handling, and determination are giving me a spark back!

Taryn

 

[tigger813]

Flipflopmom! I will definitely give my dad a hug. He has parkinsons and has been having some memory issues. I'm so glad they are going to Disney with us again this year. I give his legs a good rub down every morning which does help him a bit! Not sure how much longer he will be able to do this so we are going while we have the chance! He is a very sweet, kind and gentle man who never complains about anything!

My mom was happy when I told her that I had lost about 15 pounds since she was here in December. She's bringing the Leslie Sansone DVDs that she has and I hope to get her going on them. I also look forward to trying something different. SHe also has to stop making excuses for not doing that or the Wii. She does walk most days and will walk with me and my neighbor on the days we go. I plan on showing her how I make time to do the workouts even when I really don't have the time. I think it will help her deal with my dad when he's having bad days. As I said earlier I will work with what I am given. SHe was also happy when I said I can fit in the blouse she gave me for Christmas that was too small at Christmas. I have found that i really need my workouts each day to keep my sanity!

Picture day for dancing tomorrow at noon and 1. Will do the girls' hair and then put shirts on them over the costumes and then do their make up. Hoping it doesn't rain as hard as they say or their make up will run and their hair will frizz. Uh oh! I'm stressing!

Time for some water and then do more laundry and then get some cleaning done. I also need to work off supper and the small piece of cheesecake I ate. I ended up breaking down and making DH and I a small raspberry white Russian. Now only water the rest of the day!

Good night all! Only one rain shower today but may get more cells with storms later!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Good luck to Jen and anyone else that is running a race tomorrow that I might have missed.

connie- congrats on placing 2nd. That is such an amazing accomplishment.

Dona- glad the mowing went well. Enjoy your day to relax tomorrow, you deserve it!

As far as my picnic eating goes....overall I think I did ok. I drank 4 bottles of water=8 glasses. I had 1 hotdog, a tbsp size of buffalo chicken dip, and a tbsp size of taco dip, and 8 tortilla chips. I also had 3 bites of dh's chocolate cake. Overall I finished my day with using only 6 of my extra points. I am just about to head out for a run so that will give me 6 points added to my day. Otherwise I would have used 12 extra points. either way I have 15 extra left through tomorrow. So I would say I did good. I kept telling myself I really didnt need those things. I tried to stay away from the table once I was done eating. All those things helped. Thanks again for all your support. You all are awesome!

 

[CptJackSparrowsGirl]

Thanks flipflopmom
And I'm working on it jennz

 

[pinkle]

Mommyof2pirates! good for you............such willpower! anything is possible just keep hanging on!