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[donac]

Good Saturday morning everyone.

Pretty quiet here. NIce and cool. We may go mow a lawn and maybe work in fil's yard but it is too early yet. Dh has the cold I had last week and he is not sure if he is feeling up to it. I think he will. If we don't he will just sit around the house so I think he wants to get out and do something to take his mind off of his cold.

I have been working with the theater group at the local high school for the last 10 years. The director was told not to return (it was long over due. He was fairly rude to anyone who didn't agree with him) Now there is problems with costumes that are being stored and who owns what. It is going to get very messy. I have pretty much decided that it is time to start doing things for myself and leave this group alone. Everyone is lying to everyone else and I can't handle it.

Happy Birthday luvbaloo and my3princes.

Taryn for this difficult time.

For those people who asked about yoga. I have been doing it on and off for about 5 years. I have done a lot of tapes but last Nov I signed up for a flow course at a local studio. I have been signing up each session for almost a year now. I am hoping to get into a daily practice using my tapes and then the weekly night. I do know that even just practicing once a week has you thinking differently about your body and what you put into your body. It has trimmed my waistand at times given me a great deal of confidence.

My ds2 emailed us a website to check out the other night. It is about a scholarship/internship. He was thinking about applying it but it would mean that he could not to Gambia in January. This after he was told last month that he was the lead person for Gambia. The next day he told us he thought about and deided not to apply.

For those people who don't know about my ds2. He is a civil and environmental engineering student. He is in his junior year. Last Dec he called up and said "I have been asked to got to Gambia. How can I get my passport, shots and visa taken care of so that I can go Jan3rd?" With enough money he was on the plane on Jan 3rd. He was working with his school's chapter of Engineers Without BOrders (EWB). They spent 2 weeks in Gambia working with the locals and teaching them how to tamp down the road to restore it after the rainy season. They also worked with a group of veternarians to teach locals how to treat their horses and donkeys. He even got to see a baby baboon released back into the wild. It had been found as a very small baby and raised until it was large enough to get released. A picture with him and the baby baboon is going to be part of my Christmas letter.

Have a nice day everyone.

 

[cherry-pops]

How many boyfriends do you have? Congrats on the overtime!

haha. typing error! I'm afraid I just have the one!

 

[keenercam]

Today is a day for us all to look at the positives in ourselves. So, I thought I'd do something a bit different. So, here's today's QOTD:

QOTD for Saturday, September 18: Taking the letters of your name (first name, nickname or screen name), list the letters and next to each, state something positive about yourself

Okay, I'm off to catch up on the thread.

 

[keenercam]

Happy Birthday, Shannon!!
Happy Birthday, Deb!!

I hope each of your days is full of fun and lots of hugs

Oh, she is so cute! And she looks like she made herself completely at home. I am so glad she is in your care. You sound like my SIL who takes in rescues where she lives in OK (they don't have a shelter, so all the rescues are fostered). It takes a very patient, adaptable, generous spirit to take in these poor, scared, mistreated babies. I am convinced there is a special place in heaven for people who care for abandoned or neglected or mistreated creatures. BTW, what is the poster in back of her in that first picture? (maybe something to do with Beauty & the Beast?)

I really wanna hear more about these nachos. I have such an perception of them as bad, I am very intregued.

And I want to say I do not like cats, but that kitten is adorable and the people that did it to her should also be thrown out of a moving car.

Hey, how is your race training going? When is your next 1/2?

Good morning, Melissa!

Popping on quickly before heading out for the fair! Horrible night's sleep. DH and I both woke up around 1 and I just couldn't get back to sleep so I came out to the couch to watch some tv. Kept switching between Amazing Wedding Cakes and Chopped Champions. Finally fell back asleep.

Needless to say I didn't get up and workout. I'm going to try and make a smoothie with Greek Yogurt this morning if the milk is still good. I bought some hummus and flax and oat bran pita bread that's 60 calories a slice to have with it. I'm also going to bring my one soda and a few SoBe waters and some other water and Crystal Light. I know I can also buy water at the fair.

Everyone else is still sleeping. Luckily I only have to grab the EZ Up tent and my lunch to bring with me. I will also bring some Special K bars.

Have a great day. I'll try and pop back on later tonight!

Your plan sounds great! Have a wonderful time at the fair. If the weather there is as gorgeous as here, I am envious of your time outdoors.

Dona -- Your son sounds like an amazing young man. You must be really proud of him. I am so sorry about the drama with the theatre group. I hope you don't have to get involved mediating any of the ugliness.


As for me, my day started with a 3 mile walk at the outdoor fountains at a nearby shopping center. I am familiar with where the inclines are there so I can take it somewhat easy on my knee. The miles were really slow and my knee wasn't happy with me when I tried to get out of my car when I got home, but I'm just glad to be doing something.

My friend (and DD's Godmother) is coming from 2 hours away to visit today. We'll do some shopping together (it's tax free here) and then go to DD22's apartment for dinner. DH is running a 1/2 marathon tomorrow so he is going to have dinner in Philly with some of our WISH race team friends. I'm pretty envious but hadn't wanted to discourage DF and DD from making dinner plans for this weekend since I know DD's schedule will get worse as the semester progresses (she is carrying 18 credits -- )


It's funny -- I was thinking how thrilled I was that so many people responded to yesterday's QOTD and how, now that people have to post positives about themselves we'd probably see fewer answers since so many of us have a hard time acknowledging our strengths/attributes. So, This is a challenge -- let's see how many BL participants we can get to answer today's QOTD! BTW, I know some letters are hard; make something up or go to wiki answers to search for "adjectives that start with ___" LOL!

Guess I'm going first.

K = kick-butt Italian cook
E = early riser to go to the gym or PT
E = effusive with praise for others
N = nice person
E = enthusiastic WISH team supporter
R = resilient
C = caring
A = adored by the most wonderful man in the world
M = Mickey medal winner (TWICE!)

 

[lisah0711]

Good morning all!

Please be sure to PM those weigh in numbers to LuvBaloo and Healthy Habits numbers to jenanderson, if you haven't already.

A big BL Happy Birthday to Shannon (LuvBaloo)! Hope your day is a great one.

And to our other birthday girl, my3princes, sounds like you are having a good time camping and still able to read. Enjoy your cheescake!

I've joined the BL Challenge Disboard since last week and I would like to introduce myself. I am a 44 year old SAH mom. My DH and I have 2 DDs 8 and 6. I taught elementary school for 13 years before I had DD1 and began my SAH career. Now I just love to volunteer at their school

MacG! Thanks for the intro. I think you did great losing and then holding the line on a long vacation. That is an accomplishment!

I'm feeling a little nostalgic now that my school volunteer days are behind me. My DS has informed me that he will expire on the spot if I make any attempt to continue my volunteer career at his middle school. I'm using it for me time but it is a hard adjustment. I miss those little happy smiling faces and all the funny things they do.

Bree, to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

I wanted to respond to the Healthy Habits Part 2 --
I get a lot of support from my husband. He is very understanding of what I "want" to eat and what I "can" eat. I can be very candid with him about "please remind me that I don't want to get a ____ at the arts festival" or "please remind me at the restaurant that I want to order whole wheat pasta with steamed veggies" or the like. He is a runner and is currently training for 2 1/2 marathons and a full marathon in the next 6 weeks, so he is also very conscientious about what he eats. So, at home, I am not worried about being sabotaged. I am really fortunate that way.

At work, several of my friends and I share tips about good foods or recipes. It is very easy to be "good" at work because so many people know that I am trying to take off the weight I've gained since I hurt my knee. Outside of work, I have a friend Patty with whom I used to exercise at least 3x/week and she has been a great source of motivation for me to get back to exercising.

In the other areas of my life, I am also fortunate to have supportive friends. I don't know what I would do without this thread and the amazing support and encouragement here. I belong to another bulletin board community and have a sort of blog there where those friends (women only) participate a lot by way of sharing triumphs and encouraging me when my efforts are not yielding the desired results. Checking in at either bulletin board community is often the shot in the arm that I need to keep me energized and working toward my goal.

I admit that I am a pretty "needy" person. I am on this journey solely for my own benefit and yet I am selfish enough to need others to provide the encouragement and support and advice that will help me to succeed. I noticed that next week's WW meeting topic is something about asking for help. And when I saw that, I realized that it is one big change I've made in my life. There is no longer any pretense that I can do this alone or that my success is solely attributable to my efforts and my efforts alone. I am just so fortunate that I have such an amazing emotional support network in place.

Thank you all for what you bring to my daily life. I really appreciate it.

And we appreciate you and all you do for us!

Hi everyone! I was down 1.8 for the week! I havent seen that kind of weight loss in a week for a long time. Trying to eat those 5 fruits/veggies a day defnitely helped! it was tough at the beginning, but now Im having fruits/veggies with every meal. Im excited about starting a fresh new week. What also got me motivated was finding out I now fit in my "skinnier" clothes...tightly but it still goes on So now I know Im closing in on my goal. Hope everyone has a great weekend.

You're off to a great start, Jeanette, I think that you will be switching to the maintainer team soon!

I can't figure out quoting right now but my sweet tooth really, really went away when I gave up Diet Coke. I don't know what the connection is but sweets no longer taste that great to me.

Isn't that wonderful? I'm so glad that you have some much support from your family because you guys have a lot going on!

Oh, and the multiquote thing, in the bottom right hand corner of every post is a button with a + sign on it. Click that on each post you want to multiquote and then post reply when you are ready to type. You can keep all of the quote or just parts. Just be sure that each quote starts with

and ends with

or it will end up looking weird. You'll be a multi-quoting pro in no time!

pjlla, enjoy your busy week-end! I added seltzer to my grocery list today -- replacing bubbles with bubbles will help me with this last resistance to cutting out Diet Coke altogether. I wish they would start carrying Kombucha tea around here again.

So, before I even start the next part, you can see how there is no time in my life right now. I am struggling to keep running (although I do it because I swear it is what keeps me sane) and to stay on track with my diet.

, jen. You are such an amazingly strong person. Look at you in your race pictures, you're literally running through mud, pushing through obstacles, perservering and then you make it to your goal! And that is what you are doing know in your job situation. I don't know if you are on loop 2 or 3 but I do know there is a classroom waiting for you somewhere. That it is just a matter of time. I'm sorry that you have to ride the roller coaster of job searching while you wait. But seriously, jen, look at those amazing pictures and remind yourself of how strong you truly are!

Rose, enjoy your visit with DS!

Didn't weigh in this am. I will tomorrow. Had a rough day. Just... drained. Couldn't get the get up and go to run, I should have. I REALLY should have.

Aw, Taryn, and hang in there girl. Nice of your DH to help around the house and I'm impressed he actually knew about the paste. Just hang on. Get through this difficult week-end. Take it easy on yourself. Try and think about all the wonderful memories that you have with your Dad, all that he taught you about dealing with what life dishes out, and celebrate the good times that you had together and your own wonderful family. I will be thinking of you!

Lisah0711 - Thank you so much for letting me know about he tech support thing - I have wanted to PM my weight to LuvBalloo but I can't. Now I need to figure out the multiposting trick

Looks like you have enough posts to PM now. See what I wrote above to MB about the multi-quote thing. You'll be a pro in no time, too.

Thanks! I don't dare post what she said after dinner, right after I shared that I weighed-in closer to where I was a few months ago. It was just rude and not based on fact at all. That is what held me together.

, CC. Your mom obviously has her own issues that cause her to behave that way. As an adult child you can't solve her problems. You've done a great job, in spite of her, and should keep on ignoring her and doing what is best for you. Since you've tried talking to her and it doesn't work, just don't let her engage you. If she makes a comment that she shouldn't calmly say "Mom I love and respect you and I expect you to show me the same courtesy and respect by keeping your comments to yourself" and walk away if you have to. Her behavior isn't going to change but you can take control of your reactions. Bless your heart!

I am exhausted due to my good friend TOM and still a little upset about how low my BMR is. What worries me is that I'm going to have to do even more exercising than I am already to get the weight off. My BMR is actually in my recommended Sparkpeople calorie range it's so low. Tomorrow is W2D2 of the C25K and I am really looking forward to it. I'll probably do some Wii-ing too.

Remember, CC, BMR is the amount of calories you burn totally at rest -- like you're lying in bed all day doing nothing, absolutely nothing, except breathing. You have to make adjustments for activity -- even sedentary folks (which you are not) get an extra 20% added to BMR for calories burned during the day. So it takes more calories to maintain where you are. And for people who are moderately active like you, you add 55% to BMR.

For example, my BMR is about 1800 calories but adding in my activity level it takes about 2500 calories to maintain my weight. (Keep in mind I am alot taller than you and I weigh over 200 pounds still). So I cut 500 calories a day and burn an extra 500 calories a day by increasing my activity and expect a loss of one to two pounds a week. Sparkpeople said I should eat 1500 to 1800 calories a day but it was a little low. By adding those extra calories and activity I got to eat more and lose weight. It might not work forever but it works for now and that is what is important.

So don't get upset about that old BMR because it is just a starting point that you add to not a place to start subtracting from!

You had a great week last week so what you are doing is obviously working!

BRB with rest of post.

 

[Michele1377]

Congrats to all of the losers this week - I am very happy to have joined all of you -

CC and Keenercam - 2 - 3 liters of water a day is pretty much what you need to stay hydrated. 2 gallons is too much! I just finished an advanced nutrition course in the end of August - there are formulas you could use if you wanted to know the exact amount of water you need, but for most people anything in the 2-3 liter range is adequate.

MacG- I am new here too - and a WW drop out. I vowed this last time I stopped never to go back again, lol - I am not cut out for points - for me it gives me the license to use 25 pts of garbage a day, instead of planning healthy meals. I am jealous of all of you who can do WW successfully - it would make my life much easier!

Disneymom2one - there is a positive correlation between diet soda and craving sweets. It has something to do with high insulin levels. Basically your brain senses the "sweet" soda, stimulates your pancreas to secrete insulin, you never get a blood sugar spike since you consumed an artificial sweetener, your blood sugar drops a bit b/c of all of the free circulating insulin, your brain craves carbs to bring your sugar back up - I always do much better when I give up diet soda, or limit myself to consuming them with a meal -

More later . . .

 

[lisah0711]

I can't eat the Greek yogurt alone. I have to mix it into a smoothie with fruit! I'm going to get some Herbalife stuff to use in my smoothies!

Need to share this quote my mother shared with me earlier before I lose it or forget it:

Lead me not into temptation, I can find it myself!!!!!

How true is that!

So true!

We're going to the Big E next Saturday

Thanks for the Birthday wishes
I'm posting from my Droid. Not easy. I can read along though

What is the Big E? Is it an eastern thing?

I know how the Greek Yogurt is the same consistency of sour cream...but it is great with Tacos! Try it! I use the plain, and I love it because I can put a nice glob of it in my taco, and not feel bad about eating it! There is a new flavor, strawberry banana, it is good, and the plain strawberry is also good. I usually either have one of those for breakfast or a whole wheat organic English muffin with almond butter on it with my coffee.

Hi Redwalker! Nice to see you!

Everyone meet Penney...same story dire need me sleep deprived... cute kitten...
I have informed people at work next time there is a kitten/cat problem...A. there is No Where to take them. B. I will always take them.

Awww, bless her little kitty heart! And bless your heart, too, Susan, for taking care of all these kitties and giving them a loving home. There is a special place in heaven for people like you.

dona, you work in a high school and probably get more than enough drama during the day without adding to it! I think your DS' trip to Gambia was really a life changing event for him -- how exciting!

Today is a day for us all to look at the positives in ourselves. So, I thought I'd do something a bit different. So, here's today's QOTD:

QOTD for Saturday, September 18: Taking the letters of your name (first name, nickname or screen name), list the letters and next to each, state something positive about yourself

Oh, man, be creative and be positive about myself?!? And on a Saturday morning, too. I'm going to have to think about that and get back to you, Cam.

Enjoy your day in Philly tomorrow! And good luck to your DH on his race.

Off to do grocery shopping.

 

[maiziezoe]

Well, Friday kicked in! Of course, just as I was getting ready to do my 5K on the elliptical they called and said my car was ready so I went to get it and that got me out of the mood to workout and then it was the series finale for ATWT. It was very well done.

Family game time now. We watched Project Runway while eating dinner and I just set up Star Wars Trouble for all of us to play before the girls go to bed. I'm also in the middle of doing some laundry. Weather is going to be great this weekend! I'm excited and happy to be working at this fair!

Have a great night and weekend. Not sure when I'll get on this weekend.

I have watched ATWT off and on since I was a little girl. My babysitter used to watch it and she would let me watch it with her (which is crazy because I was like 7 years old!). For the past several years I have been DVRing the show every day and reading the synopsis, but not watching it. I decided to watch every day last week.... but I watched them all in one day, yesterday. Oh my gosh, did I cry. Like a baby. I will be sad to see the show go.

Loving Project Runway this season too!

 

[keenercam]

Lisa -- Thank you for the explanation of the BMR calculation.

Michele -- That is reassuring. Frankly, I am not dedicating my life to losing weight. I am losing weight so that I can live life to the fullest. Since I can't spend all my time drinking water and running to the ladies room and because I have experienced first-hand what an electrolyte imbalance can do to you, I am more inclined to stick to about 64 oz water a day. Oh, and the explanation about diet soda is so helpful! That might help me understand better why that late afternoon diet soda, drunk for the purpose of a caffeine fix, might not be the best choice. LOL!

Okay, now I'm really leaving to shower and dress and run errands. TTYL!!

Hey, don't forget to answer the QOTD!

 

[cclovesdis]

Good Morning Everyone!

Tracey, I am with you. I slept horribly. I finally gave up when the phone started ringing incessantly just after 9 this morning and started to embrace rotfl2 the day. Maybe I will take an afternoon nap.

INeed to share this quote my mother shared with me earlier before I lose it or forget it:

Lead me not into temptation, I can find it myself!!!!!

Love it!

Thanks CC! You guys are all so kind with your words of support and encouragement. I am truly feeling so blessed to have found the BL Challenge and all of my friends here. I feel blessed to have found a love of running because it has given me so much. It has helped me lose the 45 pounds and given me confidence I never thought I would have. I have a ways to go to reach my final goals but I do know that one day I will reach it.

We are blessed to have you with us too!

I know you will reach all of your goals!

Well, it has been one week since the mud run. I know it sounds totally crazy but I will say that it is a run that changed the way I feel about so many things. I will tell about the run and maybe you will understand how I now feel different about so many things.

WTG! What an accomplishment!

I know how the Greek Yogurt is the same consistency of sour cream...but it is great with Tacos! Try it! I use the plain, and I love it because I can put a nice glob of it in my taco, and not feel bad about eating it! There is a new flavor, strawberry banana, it is good, and the plain strawberry is also good. I usually either have one of those for breakfast or a whole wheat organic English muffin with almond butter on it with my coffee.

Good to hear from you! How are you?

I've heard of using Greek yogut as sour cream, but never tried it. Hmm. Maybe.

CC -- Okay, I am definitely old enough to adopt you and my Jenn has always wanted a sister. I am really glad that your Dad baked your fish for you. Even if he did it grudgingly, he did it. I hope he knows how much you appreciate him supporting your efforts. I'm so sorry your mom was mean to you. Can I tell you something really personal? My mom was so hateful to me most of my life. I mean jaw-dropping stuff where people who heard her talk to me would do a double-take in disbelief. I just can't begin to tell you. Even today, 5 1/2 years after she died my friends remember how verbally and psychologically abusive she was to me. The day before she died, she left me a long, rambling phone message (that I've saved on a dictophone tape), apologizing for being so "mean and hateful" to me and crying, saying she couldn't believe how badly she'd treated me and how ashamed of it she was. She said that when she really stopped to think about it, she realized she'd been jealous of me, of the friends I had, the potential that she saw when I was young, the opportunities that I had, and all I'd accomplished as an adult. And she said she was proud of what a good person I'd turned out to be. Isn't that nice? I know most people would think so, but really? I'd realized long before that that the negative opinion of one person couldn't and shouldn't negate all the good that people saw in me. That if all these really wonderful people that I respected thought good of me, there was certainly some good there.

All of that is a very, very long way of saying that you can only be the best person you know how to be, strive for what you want to accomplish. When all is said and done, you are accountable to you for who you are and what you are. You can't control what other people think of you. You can only control how you let it affect you. Please do not let your mother's negative remarks derail your effort. We think you are awesome.

Thank you for sharing your story! I have officially decided that I am definitely losing weight for myself, no matter what she says. I am glad that your mother left you that message. I sense a lot of growth in her. And, of course, you have definitely accomplished so much and are a wonderful person. I do think it's great that your mom acknowledged that.

Thank you for saying I am awesome! You and everyone else are the best!

Everyone meet Penney...same story dire need me sleep deprived... cute kitten...

Penney is adorable. Thank you for taking her in!

It is just unbelievable how some people treat animals.

Definitely out of character for him! I was shocked. He even used the paste to clean the ceramic cooktop! He made a comment about how he'd watched Sophie and the dogs and cleaned all day and was exhausted. VALIDATION!

ITA! How was Sophie yesterday with DH?

Cam, so sorry you had to live with that. I was so very blessed to have such amazing parents... Her message to you, well, at least she took the time to figure out why, I have a SIL that was hateful to me for years b/c of jealousy, I'm glad we both grew up and have a good relationship now. I'm sure it feels like "too little, too late" for you. ANd ITA (now that Jenn knows what it means ) with your comment to CC - we love you girl!

Thanks Taryn! Glad things between you and your SIL!

Popping on quickly before heading out for the fair!

Have a great day. I'll try and pop back on later tonight!

Hope you have a very lucrative day!

Good Saturday morning everyone.

Pretty quiet here. NIce and cool. We may go mow a lawn and maybe work in fil's yard but it is too early yet. Dh has the cold I had last week and he is not sure if he is feeling up to it. I think he will. If we don't he will just sit around the house so I think he wants to get out and do something to take his mind off of his cold.

I have been working with the theater group at the local high school for the last 10 years. The director was told not to return (it was long over due. He was fairly rude to anyone who didn't agree with him) Now there is problems with costumes that are being stored and who owns what. It is going to get very messy. I have pretty much decided that it is time to start doing things for myself and leave this group alone. Everyone is lying to everyone else and I can't handle it.

For those people who asked about yoga.

Have a great day too!

Hope that the problems with the theater group resolve and that you are able to stay out of it. I think that is the right choice, FWIW.

Yoga sounds great. Relaxing and you lost weight! Couldn't get any better than that!

You have a wonderful DS2, too!

Today is a day for us all to look at the positives in ourselves. So, I thought I'd do something a bit different. So, here's today's QOTD:

QOTD for Saturday, September 18: Taking the letters of your name (first name, nickname or screen name), list the letters and next to each, state something positive about yourself

Okay, I'm off to catch up on the thread.

As for me, my day started with a 3 mile walk at the outdoor fountains at a nearby shopping center. I am familiar with where the inclines are there so I can take it somewhat easy on my knee. The miles were really slow and my knee wasn't happy with me when I tried to get out of my car when I got home, but I'm just glad to be doing something.

So, This is a challenge -- let's see how many BL participants we can get to answer today's QOTD! BTW, I know some letters are hard; make something up or go to wiki answers to search for "adjectives that start with ___" LOL!

for the 3 miles!

I'm up for a challenge this morning!

C: Cooperative
C: CR (a neighbor)'s role model
L: Loving
O: Open-minded
V: Vibrant
E: Excited
S: Sincere
D: Dedicated
I: Inspiring
S: Sensitive (to the needs of others)



I have a question for everyone. I logged my food in Sparkpeople and on WWonline yesterday and was under on both. Any suggestions? Thanks!

I ate 1 egg on a 1 pt. thin roll plus 1 peach for breakfast.
For lunch, I had an apple, 1/4 cup of frozen yogurt (TOM), and 1 cup of milk.
Dinner was 8 oz. of haddock, another peach, another apple, 1 cup of zucchini, and 10 Spanish olives.
I also had a tall, no whip, soy hot choclate from Starbucks yesterday afternoon.

I ate 20.5/22 points and as for Sparkpeople, I'll list mine out of my minimums.
Calories: 1128/1200
Fat: 19/32
Carbs: 159/163
Protien: 83/60
Fiber: 22/25
Sodium: 1168/500
Calcium: 82/100

So, I was under on overall points, plus broken out, I was under on calories, fat, carbs, fiber, and calcium.

I track sodium because I try to keep it low partially because of the whole Meniere's thing and partially because sodium really affects my weight. I track calcium because I'm lactose intolerant and I really need the calcium.

 

[jenanderson]

I know how the Greek Yogurt is the same consistency of sour cream...but it is great with Tacos! Try it! I use the plain, and I love it because I can put a nice glob of it in my taco, and not feel bad about eating it! There is a new flavor, strawberry banana, it is good, and the plain strawberry is also good. I usually either have one of those for breakfast or a whole wheat organic English muffin with almond butter on it with my coffee.

I might have to try the Greek Yogurt. I know it is suppose to be good for you and I like the idea of having it on tacos!

Andrew is the drumline captain and is a featured vocalist for their field show and when he stepped to the mike tonight it wasn't working. So sad for him. And we won't get to see him next week because we'll be out at Notre Dame for a football game. I'm sure when we see the band perform again 2 weeks from now they'll be even better!

Your DS sounds like a talented young man! I bet he will be incredible when you see him in 2 weeks.

WOW! That is absolutely amazing. Congrats on the incredible accomplishment of completing it. Keep up the super work!

Thanks Pat! How are all of your races and runs going?

Everyone meet Penney...same story dire need me sleep deprived... cute kitten...
I have informed people at work next time there is a kitten/cat problem...A. there is No Where to take them. B. I will always take them. Therefore never inform me of the situation again. Period. She was tossed out of a moving car into our parking lot...

Awww...she is so cute! I bet she is going to be a wonderful addition to your household!

Jen what a memory. You will totally have that experience forever to look back on as an anchor for how strong you are. I would have been one of those that just sat down. What did you do for strength training? I need to pick that back up, my arms are getting flabby and losing definition, and I need to find my abs. Not meaning to take away from you, sorry. You, my dear, are a warrior and deserved to cross that line with a smile on your face!others we haven't heard from in a while. Hope you are all okay!

The only thing I did for strength training was lifting small weights at home and swimming. I did not even do it all the days I was suppose to. I think so much of it was just sheer determination.

For those people who don't know about my ds2. He is a civil and environmental engineering student. He is in his junior year. Last Dec he called up and said "I have been asked to got to Gambia. How can I get my passport, shots and visa taken care of so that I can go Jan3rd?"

Your DS sounds like an amazing man. You must be so proud of him.

As for me, my day started with a 3 mile walk at the outdoor fountains at a nearby shopping center. I am familiar with where the inclines are there so I can take it somewhat easy on my knee. The miles were really slow and my knee wasn't happy with me when I tried to get out of my car when I got home, but I'm just glad to be doing something.

K = kick-butt Italian cook
E = early riser to go to the gym or PT
E = effusive with praise for others
N = nice person
E = enthusiastic WISH team supporter
R = resilient
C = caring
A = adored by the most wonderful man in the world
M = Mickey medal winner (TWICE!)

Great job getting the 3 miles in. I always feel so much better when I start my day with exercise. I LOVE your positive statements! I promise to do it later when I catch up on the QOTDs that I have missed.

I just finished my 5 mile run this morning. Now I have to do some housework, do some yard work, get the grocery shopping done, and a bunch of other little things. I will come back on later today.

Almost forgot....
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my3princes and LuvBaloo! I hope you both have fabulous days!!!!!

 

[Michele1377]

Jen - Congrats on finishing the mud run! You did great -
They have something similar to that around here - my friends did it last year and had a blast - it is in the spring and I might try it next year -

redwalker - the sour cream consistency is what I like best about the greek yogurt - never thought of trying it on tacos but now I will!

LuvBaloo - Happy Birthday!!!

My3princes - Happy Birthhday to you too!!!

QOTD - This is really, really hard - but here goes -

M - mature (most of the time, lol)
I - intelligent
C - caring
H - helpful
E - efficient
L - loyal
E - enthusiastic

And keenercam - Resilient is a great word to use - I never thought much about resilience in the past - recently I was talking to my neighbor who is a therapist - we weren't having a "session" lol, but it kinda turned into one - we were discussing my oldest daughter (24) - and I was trying to find a rational explanation for why she does some of the things she does - long story short - my parents are similar to yours in the sense that they are not the most supportive now (or when I was growing up) - and they were most often physically and mentally abusive - my neighbor said to me - well you are lucky that you are a resilient person, and you have to accept that your daughter might not be as resilient as you are - and I had never thought of it that way. Resilience is a great thing, it allows us to move past the negative influences in our lives and become a better and stronger person in the end.

 

[cclovesdis]

I see that some of you posted while I was responding, so before I start my day, I need to feel all caught up. Yep, Taryn, it's the Virgo talking.

, CC. Your mom obviously has her own issues that cause her to behave that way. As an adult child you can't solve her problems. You've done a great job, in spite of her, and should keep on ignoring her and doing what is best for you. Since you've tried talking to her and it doesn't work, just don't let her engage you. If she makes a comment that she shouldn't calmly say "Mom I love and respect you and I expect you to show me the same courtesy and respect by keeping your comments to yourself" and walk away if you have to. Her behavior isn't going to change but you can take control of your reactions. Bless your heart!

Thanks! You ladies have been so supportive. I don't know what's gotten into my mom lately, but she's been worse than usual. I know I wouldn't be doing as well as I am without all of your support. Thanks!

Remember, CC, BMR is the amount of calories you burn totally at rest -- like you're lying in bed all day doing nothing, absolutely nothing, except breathing. You have to make adjustments for activity

So don't get upset about that old BMR because it is just a starting point that you add to not a place to start subtracting from!

You had a great week last week so what you are doing is obviously working!

Thanks for the explanation! I totally thought I needed to take my about 1475 and start subtracting from there. Phew. And, thanks for the compliment!

CC and Keenercam - 2 - 3 liters of water a day is pretty much what you need to stay hydrated. 2 gallons is too much! I just finished an advanced nutrition course in the end of August - there are formulas you could use if you wanted to know the exact amount of water you need, but for most people anything in the 2-3 liter range is adequate.

Thanks! I aim for 80 oz. a day, but lately haven't been. Need to pick it up again.

What is the Big E? Is it an eastern thing?

The Big E is actually short for the Eastern States Exposition. It features the "culture" of the 6 New England states. 4-H clubs participate. There are rides and lots of food, particularly of the deep-fried kind. It's about 35 minutes from where I live and I've only went once.

Have a great day everyone!

CC

 

[BealsRwe]

I really wanna hear more about these nachos. I have such an perception of them as bad, I am very intregued.

And I want to say I do not like cats, but that kitten is adorable and the people that did it to her should also be thrown out of a moving car.

Congrats on your half completions! My goal is the coast to coast in 2011!

I am doing my very first half marathon at WDW in Jan 2011. DH and I are doing the Wine and Dine half marathon relay in a few short weeks. Next 5k for me is Sat 9/25. Our goal was 12 races in 2010.

 

[50sjayne]

Today is a day for us all to look at the positives in ourselves. So, I thought I'd do something a bit different. So, here's today's QOTD:

QOTD for Saturday, September 18: Taking the letters of your name (first name, nickname or screen name), list the letters and next to each, state something positive about yourself

Okay, I'm off to catch up on the thread.

5-+5+5+4==how many kitties I have. I do have someone coming over to look at her today and I'm hoping-- but their main perogative is that a kitten gets along with their other cat and so far she is very growly at everyone...(totally cracks me up btw) She loves humans.
O--Ocean. I love our pacific coast and am finally learning to eat the good stuff that comes out of it...
S--smart--well---
J--Jiggly--lol I've always been curvy
A--amiable
Y--young still
N--naughty--also a good quality
E--Earnest

I really wanna hear more about these nachos. I have such an perception of them as bad, I am very intregued.

And I want to say I do not like cats, but that kitten is adorable and the people that did it to her should also be thrown out of a moving car.

Yeah security cameras were fuzzy but htis seems to be what happened..jerk. You can use a light cheese too-- we don't though I just get the big bricks at Costco.

I have to go pick up a gently used couch with my new truck , catch up later.

 

[cherry-pops]

QOTD for Saturday, September 18: Taking the letters of your name (first name, nickname or screen name), list the letters and next to each, state something positive about yourself

This is quite hard, I have a 'Y'

Cute
Helpful
Easy-Going
Reliable
Youthful
Loving

 

[donac]

CC looking at your meal plan for yesterday you seem a little light on lunch. You might want to add some veggies to lunch to bulk it up.

I used to watch ATWT but stopped a long time ago. I was very sad about Guilding Light leaving last year. I was going to watch the last few shows but I thought it would leave me too sad.

50sjanye your kitten is adorable. we have a small grey striped one that looks a lot like her.

I am going to have to think about the QOTD.

 

[mikamah]

Happy weekend everyone!!

I did catch up on reading the thread, but won't have time to comment on all I'd like to comment on. It's so nice to see such an active and supportive group.

Taryn- I am thinking of you this weekend. It's so hard to go through the anniversaries and special occasions without your Daddy, but I know he is watching over you and is so proud of you. You are an amazing woman and have done so well this past year. I hope you are able to enjoy your weekend and remember the good times you had with your daddy, and take some time to relax be good to yourself. It is so hard.

Cam-Hugs to you on your relationship with your mom. I'm sure it is not easy to share that, so thank you. It sounds like you have come to peace with the fact that it was her, and not you long before she left you that message, but I hope it was some comfort to know that she at least aknowledged it before she died.

CC- It makes me sad that your mom is not there and a support for you. I too think you are a wonderful person, and I hope you continue to know that it is her, and not you, and find support from other sources. I feel very blessed to have had a good relationship with my mom, for the most part. It's hard to talk about the bad times, now that she's gone, but there were tough times too. In her last 4 years, she had a lot of medical issues and I would help her out a lot, and take her to doctors visits, and it was frustrating when she wasn't doing what she was supposed to be doing, and one day we had a fight on the way to her cardiiologist about me treating her like a child, and after that, I sat down and wrote her a letter and told her how much I loved her and how hard it was for me to see her not taking care of herself, and how much I wanted her to be around many years from now to watch michael grow up, but basicly, her life was her life, and I would be here for her, but I was going to step back and do what she asked me to do, but I would butt out and not try to push her any more. It was so hard to do, and we weren't a family who said "I love you" at all. I gave her the letter in person, and I did step back and stopped pushing her, and though we never discussed it after, it did make a difference for her to know my feelings, and I think it did help to strengthen our relationship. I just wonder if your mom knows how much she hurts you.

Jeez, now I'm going to have a good cry. I've been on the verge today, with my sisters 40th. Those big milestones bring back memories. Though on a funny note, I'm regifting the naughty present my sisters gave me for my 40th tonight. It was never used, just so you know. We have a sick sense of humor in my family.

I love reading today's answers to the qotd. I thought I'd use mikamah so I could use the C for cries easily, but there's no c. duh. So I'll use mikamah, so I don't have a y.

M- Michael's Mommy
I-Incredible!! I am on the WISH Incredibles team!!!!
K- Krazy but fun
A-Apple pie baker
M-Motivated
A-Always positive
H-Happy

That was harder than I thought. English was not my strong suit. I asked Michael for an A adjective, and he said Awkward!! Then he said I'm not awesome, like totally awesome like he is, but sort of awesome. He just came back and told me that I am "a very cool person".

JenA- I loved reading about your Mud Run. You are amazing.

Happy birthday Shannon and Deb!!!!
And another thing CC- I have gotten too many smilies and I go back and find some to delete, and I just had an ah-ha moment when I saw you split your post into two. You are so smart. And as for salem, most people do not wear costumes, but lots do so you don't need to wear them, but it is fun.

Lisa- Whoo hoo on 3.5 pounds gone!!! That is awesome, and with upping your calories too!! Weigh to go!!!!

Bree- Hugs to you and your family. It must be so hard for you dad, and all of you.

Well, I've got to run and pick up the balloons now for my sisters party now. I don't think she knows about it. My bil is taking her and the kids out this afternoon, and we'll go over and set up. If she has washed all the dishes when we get there, then I'll know she knows about it.

I've got a pjlla plan in my head for the party, but instead of making the low cal cupcakes like you did, pamela, I made oatmeal carmalitas which were a treat my mom used to make and they have 3 sticks of butter, 2 cups choc chips, 1 cup walnuts, and a jar of caramel ice cream topping, so not very point friendly. I cut them into 48 small bars and figured each one out to be 4 points. So good. I'll have one or two, and no cake. I did eat one last night, but only one, and when I cut them today, I threw all the crumbs out. That's progress for me.

Have a great rest of the weekend everyone!!

 

[jbm02]

Happy Birthday Shannon and Deb!!!

AAARGH! I just read TWELVE pages of posts that I've missed. I was multi-posting like crazy (hitting all those little quotation marks...) so I hope everything shows up!!! I've been working on a shutterfly book every night after work (retirement book for a friend from work) and time has just gotten away from me. But I promised myself at the start of this challenge that I would read every post. Maybe I should change that too "read all the posts every day!"

Please tell me I am not the only one who sabotages themselve. I know my weakness ICE CREAM. I can't have it in the house. Every Friday the kids get to pick a place and we go. That's my ice cream for the week. But last night the local store had ice cream on sale, a half gallon for $1.99. Who can pass that up? The kids wanted it. Yeah right I wanted it, so I went and picked it up, 2 half-gallons. One for you, One for me. I had 2 cups last night and this afternoon I had a 1/2 cup. Tonight I am going out to dinner with people from work. I only have 7 pts plus 4 activity points left for the day. I do have 24 flex points left, but don't like to use them. I guess I am picking the grilled shrimp tonight. I know when I get home I will be back in that ice cream. I have absolutely no willpower when it comes to ice cream.

I am totally with you. But my weakness is (don't laugh) goldfish crackers! I can't even have them in the house....




QOTD: Monday 9/13 What is about exercise that you love and/or what benefits to gain from it?

I love my boot camp class. It is different each time (M, W, F) so no matter what, it is always really hard for me. I usually ache the next day but it's a "good" ache...


QOTD Tuesday 9/14: If Mickey Mouse gave you $100 to spend on yourself, how would you spend it?

I'd put it toward our next WDW trip!

QOTD Wednesday 9/15: It is almost time for Fall. What are you looking forward to about the new season? It doesn't have to be related to working on your healthy/healthier lifestyle, but it can be!

Love fall - love the colors (you can see the mountains and their changing colors from our window!), the crisp smell in the air, football season, apple picking, pumpkin patch (although the darn groundhog feasted on our pumpkin patch this year!! Grrr), hay rides, cool days... I could go on and on.



QOTD Thursday 9/16: QOTD: In honor of reaching your goal weight and/or maintain weight for 6 weeks or more, you have been rewarded with a trip to WDW or DLR. Which ride/attraction would you do first?

Toy Story Mania!!


Almost forgot =
Congrats to our Biggest Losers!!

PART TWO:

The second part of the Healthy Habits Challenge will be a fun task for you to complete during the week and then post about your experience here on our thread. Again, there will be FUN and FABULOUS prizes (for one randomly selected poster each week).



PART TWO
The Mayo Clinic posted research about strategies for successful weight loss. Here is what they said: Get emotional support

To succeed in losing weight, you have to take responsibility for your own behavior. But that doesn't mean that you have to do everything alone. Seek support when needed from your partner, family and friends.

Pick people who you know want the best for you and who will encourage you. Ideally, find people who will listen to your concerns and feelings, spend time exercising with you, and share the priority you've placed on developing a healthier lifestyle.

For part two of the challenge, post your thoughts about emotional support. You can give a shout out thank you to someone, talk about how someone has supported you, post about what has happened when you try to do it on your own or anything else about the topic.

Here's to a happy and healthy week!
Jen

This board is a huge part of my support sustem. My DH is a huge part too. He is really good about trying not to bring foods that I would have a hard time saying "no" to into the house. And he is really supportive of my exercise schedule. Finally, Jen, I was so impressed with your mud run that I have you fantastic "ab" picture posted on the wall next to my desk at work to remind me NOT to head down and grab a snack because that is what I could someday look like!!!


What are 5 "go-to" foods that help you stay on track?[/QUOTE]
1. grilled boneless skinless chicken
2. grapes
3. Kashi bars
4. water, water, water!!
5. Arnold sandwich thins



QOTD for Saturday, September 18: Taking the letters of your name (first name, nickname or screen name), list the letters and next to each, state something positive about yourself

J = JAG (I'm an Army JAG)
U= understanding (ha - my DD just suggested "underweight" - I love her!!! )
D = determined
E= energetic

Tomorrow is my 11 mile run in preparation for my half marathon in October. I've been trying to map out a route that avoid busy or scary (not much of an area to run between road and cars) but it isn't easy. Up until now I've been anle to do double or triple loops close to the house but that is getting really old. I'm using mapmyroute....

Just saw this in our local paper:
http://blog.timesunion.com/running/
Biggest Loser contestants Mark and Jay will be running in the same event! (they are running the full marathon; I'm sticking to the half...) This might be cool!

...have lots to do so need to sign off now (spent almost an hour just reading all the posts I missed!) Have a great day everyone!
Jude

 

[Cupcaker]

Just finished class today. It was an online video chat class. Very interesting...hope they didnt see my Snoopy slippers I have tons of homework to do and no one is home so it looks like I'll have the perfect time to do it. Happy birthday Shannon!

I am going to search out the soy milk you mentioned. I am very lactose intolerant (genetic) and am always looking for something new to try.

I dont know if I wrote the entire name...Its 8th Continent soy milk. they have a variety of flavors/options.

Imagine over 6 miles of this. I am not sure really how I accomplished it all and yes...I was running to the finish line with a smile on my face because I HAD accomplished it. It is still hard to explain to others what it was like to be in the middle of this race. I will say that it was the most amazing thing I have ever done. I cannot wait to go back next year and finish the race faster then I did this year. BTW...it took me 2 hours and 22 minutes. Even with that time, I finished in the top 1/3 of all participants. I did not run it all but I conquered that mud. This from a girl who cried running around the block in January.

It is long but there you have the mud run the best I can explain it.

What a great accomplishment. Just even the part on how you couldnt run around the block in January, but now youre this cool warior woman. Life is just like that race course you just completed...dont let the muddy waters get you down.

I just finished an advanced nutrition course in the end of August - there are formulas you could use if you wanted to know the exact amount of water you need, but for most people anything in the 2-3 liter range is adequate.

Ooo can you calculate mine? Im always below average for the calories, Im wondering if it is the same for water?

That was harder than I thought. English was not my strong suit. I asked Michael for an A adjective, and he said Awkward!! Then he said I'm not awesome, like totally awesome like he is, but sort of awesome. He just came back and told me that I am "a very cool person".

How sweet of DS

I havent yet responded to the support question. I think in a sense everyone in my life is supportive in one way or another, whether its just telling me that Ive been doing a good job, accompanying me when I go walking, etc. I do give a lot of credit to my BF for listening to all my rants, going with me to exercise when he has already exercised for the day, lugging a big elliptical machine by himeself into our tiny bedroom so that I can workout from home, sharing meals with me at restraunts, and probably a million other things. At the beginning I couldnt motivate myself to do anything, but when I had others involved, it totally helped. In turn, I never say no to anyone who asks me to go walking with them. I hope it helps them, plus I am getting more exercise. I also have to give credit to this group. In this short time, I have learned things that I just wouldnt get outside of this.

Now on to my name...Jeanette seems hard,maybe I'll try Cupcake (it really is my nickname IRL).

C-caring
U-unconditional
P-petite
C-creative, in situations (sometimes I feel like Lucy from I Love Lucy) or just with crafts/baking
A-Artsy
K-keeps going, things may knock me down, but eventually I get back up
E-emotional

Yeah that was hard. But I think that pretty much sums me up.