Biggest Loser 10 Fall Challenge -- for losers and maintainers :)

[50sjayne]

Got home from a KILLER day (2 hr. delays are AWFUL!) let Beamer out of his daytime area, and noticed he looked---fuzzy. Took him outside, and went back upstairs to check. We had forgotten to put his toys back upstairs, and he had amused himself by shredding his "pee pad" into a bizzilion little fuzzballs!!!

Been introspective this am, thanks to you guys. All that's going on with everyone has made me stop and think what is really important and my thoughts about them.
1. Health - that's why were are here, is for our health. So we need to buckle down, get going, and do what we can. Not for vanity - which I am guilty of - but health. Scale numbers are just numbers, but they can be tied to other numbers (bp, cholesterol, etc) that do mean something. GET HEALTHY!
2. Mental health and attitude - how much of #1. is tied into this one! Lack of sleep, motivation, healthy attitudes about food, diet, OURSELVES. I found that getting my weight down helped my mental health, but I had to get to a mental place to focus on it. TAKE CARE OF YOUR HEART, SOUL, AND BRAIN!
3. Memories - how many things are we sharing that are memories from our past, both positive and negative? They are all connected to who we are, our mental and physical health. Do we have a lot of memories about the financial stuff? I don't. Granted, I was never without a NEED growing up, which can be a HUGE factor, and I remember a few WANTS I had that I never got. Honestly, I can't tell you what I got for Christmas most years growing up. The things I do remember are the memories, and that's all that I am left with in one instance. SO GO MAKE SOME!

DH and I have really been wondering if we should cancel our HHI trip. Yes, it would be the financially responsible thing to do. There is not a lot of cost involved since we are staying on DVC points, basically just gas because we are taking food down. (Cereal, soups, sandwiches, etc). The other expense is the NYE parties for the kids. We decided that his aunt sends us money for Christmas, we'll use his for gas down, mine for gas back, and the girls' to pay for their parties. Part of me feels horrible about going, but we wouldn't take the girls' money to pay for bills, and the memories from our trip will get them through a lot. They've been such troopers, especially AK, with this whole thing. They both talk all the time about stuff we did last year there. I know, I know, I'm rationalizing this. I just felt the need to mention it, since I whine about money all the time, yet talk about this trip!

I hope the scale is good to each of you this am. I am proud to be back at maintenance weight, would love to have a good loss next week to get to the 140s, but since TOM is on his way, probably not!

HAVE A WONDERFUL FRIDAY ALL!
Taryn

I don't think you you should cancel-- you're right-- you don't remember financial difficulties-- memories are important--and Disneyland does wonders for your soul. And LOL fuzzy.

QOTD for Friday, 12/10: What is your favorite dairy product or substitute?

Mini-Challenge: Enjoy your favorite dairy serving and 1 other serving of dairy today.

Cheese—especially flavored cheese like the Hickory Farms stuff.

Originally Posted by 50sjayne
I don't know what the big deal is about grey hair anyway-- I like it. People go grey really young anyway.

I think the issue for me is that even when I was overweight, my hair was the one part of me that I always liked. So just not ready for it to be grey yet.

I think it’s fine for you—lol just a sore spot for me right now—age has never mattered to me one way or the other but it is still such a big deal when it shouldn’t be. I like my hair too and don’t look forward to having to maintain a color…done that before it is tiring! There is always the beauty college though lol. I certainly don’t like doing it myself—any more than waxing!

Ok, I'm worrying about you a little. I have ana thoughts on occasion, though I've never done it full blown. Anyhow, if you are at a good place weight wise, do you need to put a plan in place to make sure you are getting enough calories?

I don’t know. The only thing that stopped me last time was being back home with my Mom. I was with my Dad in Illinois when I really went off the deep end. Then I gained a lot of weight back really quickly—and I don’t want to do that. Like I said though—I’d have to lose about 40 more pounds to be where I was then. The more I don’t feel in control of a situation—the more I will control the only thing I really can—eating and the number on the scale. Maybe I could start writing down what I eat…then I can see exactly what is going on. I’m really good at denial. I watched a show on anorexia awhile back and a lot came back to me—the behavior patterns, perception problems----I still even now think I’m too heavy…that sort of thing. I’ll try documenting… I feel bad posting this on a weight loss board—but I’ve been here so long and it’s really all the same thing isn’t it? Struggling with food…

 

[mizzoutiger76]

I remember those same feelings, but he's running from such a more innocent place... My heart is just broken for them.

Unfortunately, Nicole, some of them weren't teasing. Without going into it a lot, most of my friends' husbands do a lot more "housework" and helping than mine, and they know it.

I don't even know what to say except that I will continue to send prayers for your TA's family.

I'm sorry they weren't teasing Some people just never understand why one thing works in one family works differently in another We have some friends that have 3 kids and my girlfriend never made her DH change a dirty diaper, not once. Now in my house, that is unheard of we actually keep track of who changed the last one. And while I still teased her DH when I found out, he knows it's all in good fun.

It is VERY motivating to me!I think you are lucky to have a sister getting a nutrition degree.

I'm glad I'm motivating one of us Just kidding, I hit a plateau before I officially joined the message board so I'm very pleased that I'm starting to show some progress again.

My sister is also one of the student athletic trainers on her campus and she's an excellent resource available to me, however she is my sister and she drives me nuts. Actually most of her nagging I do eventually conform to, she just doesn't know it A couple of months ago she was going on and on about how my son needed to drink more water and how if I start him on water now, he'll be less likely to have a problem drinking it when he gets older. I told her to back off at the time, but now have my son drinking water regularly

Don't tell her I said this , but the girl really knows what she's talking about She's advised me several times on muscle aches and pains and it works! I even got her to agree to tape up my foot to help my PF when we go to WDW next month She drives me nuts, but I love that girl!

This week I reached my -25 pound mark.

Kim you rock! What a great achievement! I hope you are proud of yourself, you deserve a pat on the back

Unfortunately this afternoon's workout wasn't as great as I would have hoped. I did not reach my 3 mile marker as I was hoping, my body just really kind of shut down I showed up at the gym ready to work out, no need for my normal mental pep talk to quit whining and just do it, I was ready. I got about 10 minutes into the run and my side started to hurt, I continued to push, got up to 20 minutes and started feeling sick. I still didn't give up, I just slowed down, but it was a real mood crusher. I continued to push again through to 30 minutes and I started to feel sick again. So I just went into a cool down from there. Oh well. I was sweating more than I even do when I run 35 min, so I was doing something.

I had to coordinate a meeting right before my lunch that consisted of pizza, but instead of staying I went to work out. Then I had to clean up and I managed to stay away from the leftovers and eat my planned tuna fish

I am also happy to report that I lost another pound and am down a milestone of 15lbs. I've got a ways to go, but what an accomplishment!!! I credit it all to you wonderful ladies!

Tonight eating won't go so well b/c we're attending a Christmas for Kids Symphony event, so we'll be picking up dinner, but it'll be worth it! I'm so excited!

No plans for the weekend, so it should be pretty nice. I might be able to catch up on all my craft projects.

I hope everyone has a great day! And if I don't check in before Monday, I hope you have a great weekend!

Nicole

 

[tigger813]

OK, Been a long day! Co-worker was mad when I said I needed to leave right after my client. I went to pick up paychecks that weren't ready which I knew!
DH and I picked up some Christmas presents and some other things we needed.

DH and I had Chipotle for lunch. I had the salad with chicken and some sour cream. We just ate a Buffalo chicken Red Baron pizza and I'm enjoying a lovely drink!

Just watched Shrek 4! Now going to help DD1 with some of her homework! I will send my weigh in from this morning. I'm up about 4 pounds from vacation but my size 8 jeans still fit. Going to have a protein shake for lunch tomorrow. We will have pancakes and bacon for b'fast and then we have a party to attend. Year without a Santa Claus is on shortly!

I'm babbling!

TTFN

 

[my3princes]

Man I've got horrible heartburn. I have for months now and I know it is because I'm carrying 6 extra pounds from where I was last summer. I just don't have the ability to work on those lbs until the new year.

On a positive note, the cost of our benefits is decreasing by $25 every 2 weeks. Weight Watchers will have a discount through our insurance and we can get an 18% discount on verizon wireless (which we already use) which relates to a $42/mth savings.

I think we're going to have a party tomorrow night as it is the anniversary of Hunter's tumor removal. I can't think of a better reason to celebrate

 

[Rose&Mike]

I don’t know. The only thing that stopped me last time was being back home with my Mom. I was with my Dad in Illinois when I really went off the deep end. Then I gained a lot of weight back really quickly—and I don’t want to do that. Like I said though—I’d have to lose about 40 more pounds to be where I was then. The more I don’t feel in control of a situation—the more I will control the only thing I really can—eating and the number on the scale. Maybe I could start writing down what I eat…then I can see exactly what is going on. I’m really good at denial. I watched a show on anorexia awhile back and a lot came back to me—the behavior patterns, perception problems----I still even now think I’m too heavy…that sort of thing. I’ll try documenting… I feel bad posting this on a weight loss board—but I’ve been here so long and it’s really all the same thing isn’t it? Struggling with food…

I think documenting for a little while is a great plan. It will give you a good idea as to what's going on. I totally get the still feeling too heavy, but if I was completely honest with myself, unless I weighed a 100 pounds (which is what my 5' tall mother weighed) I still think it's not good enough. But I am working on it. That's part of the reason I went to maintain. Too many scary thoughts. Please don't feel bad about sharing. We are all in the same boat.

Thought I was going to get more posting done, but Mike is back with our cheese pizza--it's thin crust.

 

[pjlla]

Man I've got horrible heartburn. I have for months now and I know it is because I'm carrying 6 extra pounds from where I was last summer. I just don't have the ability to work on those lbs until the new year.

On a positive note, the cost of our benefits is decreasing by $25 every 2 weeks. Weight Watchers will have a discount through our insurance and we can get an 18% discount on verizon wireless (which we already use) which relates to a $42/mth savings.

I always knew my weight was creeping up when I starting having a bit of heartburn. Not terrible, just enough to let me know tht I need to address things. I always figured it was a little "warning" sign.

I think we're going to have a party tomorrow night as it is the anniversary of Hunter's tumor removal. I can't think of a better reason to celebrate

I totally agree!! I think champagne is in order (for the grown-ups anyhow!)! What a great milestone to celebrate!! Give that good-looking boy a hug for me!

Evening all!

I have just a minute to say "hi"! DD's first HS meet of the season is tonight. She was excellent and mature and understanding that it would be tough for me to be there. I was hoping for frequent text updates, but of course she forgot to charge her phone and it died. Hopefully she will have good news to report later.

DS is at basketball practice. Good to have him back in the normal routine.

DH is doing well. Still not a big appetite and I think he has probably dropped at least 20 pounds already, but at least what he is able to drink has been super healthy. I've got the blender and the juicer going. He is having two veggie/fruit juices every day (breakfast and dinner) containing all kinds of varieties like carrots, apples, beets, spinach, cantaloupe, pineapple, plums, grapes, celery, cucumber, strawberries. I add liquid vitamins to the morning one and flaxseed oil to the evening one. Then at noon-ish I give him some sort of protein drink. He likes the Odwalla chocolate protein drinks. I tried a homemade smoothie with hemp protein, but the hemp doesn't dissolve well and ends up gritty at the bottom of the cup.

My weight has been okay, but I haven't been remembering to send it in.... oh well. I lost about a pound the week of T.giving due to all of the stress and such with DH in the hospital and a touch of stress diarrhea but of course gained it back when he was better and I was eating to celebrate! But I'm still low enough to keep me happy. Guess I am kind of considering myeslf into maintenance now, although I haven't yet seen that 128 on the scale. But I'm starting to realize that maybe I will NEVER see that number. Perhaps it is just not in the cards for me. I need to be happy with the low 130's and for now, I am.

I've gotta run and get DS. I'll try to talk tomorrow....................P

 

[tigger813]

God Bless You, Pam! I've been thinking about you!!!!

I'm so exhausted! I need to go to bed soon!! Busy day/weekend ahead! Got a few pages of work done with DD1 tonight. Hope to get some work done in the morning before basketball and driving 1 3/4 hours to the Christmas party! My client said this morning that I will probably crash on Monday, I think it may happen before then!!!!!

Monday morning will be spent going through what I have bought so far! DD1 has been easy to shop for. DD2 has been harder for some reason! May need to get her some more DSi games! I need a day to focus on just that. The weather is iffy for walking on Monday! I still have lots of unpacking to do at some point this weekend! UGH!!!!

Going to get up early to do the elliptical in the morning and try and catch up with Private Practice! I watched Grey's this morning! Still have 2 weeks of Glee to watch as well!

Here I go rambling again!!!!

TTFN

 

[mikamah]

Good evening everyone. I didn't get on this am before work and missed you guys. Michael missed the bus so I drove him and then ran to target to pick up a few things, dropped some library books off, and went to the post office before work. I really can do so much with 30 minutes alone. Tonight I made michael come christmas shopping with me, mostly gift cards for the older cousins, and disney gift cards and small toys for the younger kids. 4 of my niece/nephews have trips coming up, so I thought they get so much on christmas, they can have a little money to spend on a souvenir. Michael was exhausted after shopping, so I treated him to a coolata and I had a pumpkin coffee at dunkins.

Thank you Rose for coaching last week, and thank you CC for coaching this week!! Our final week of the challenge. So hard to believe it has gone by so fast. So many of you were talking about support and truly, you all are my support system, through thick and thin, I am so grateful to have you all here.

To make things a little less confusing, I'm going to connect the QOTDs and the mini-challenges.

QOTD for Friday, 12/10: What is your favorite dairy product or substitute?

Mini-Challenge: Enjoy your favorite dairy serving and 1 other serving of dairy today.
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Chobani greek yogurt, pineapple flavor. Soooooo good. I have 1-2 a day. Unless market basket is out of them on shopping day.

The WISH Biggest Loser Summer Challenge Week 13 Superstars!!
#10- 0.70% - OctoberBride03
#9- 0.75% - carmiedog
#8- 0.94% - disneymom2one
#7- 1.12% - tggrrstarr
#6- 1.19 % - corinnak
#5- 1.21% - MickeyMagic
#4- 1.40% - KristiMc
#3- 1.75% - cclovesdis
#2- 3.42% - Worfiedoodles
and now
The WISH Biggest Loser Summer Challenge
Week 13 Biggest Loser is:
#1- 3.49% - mammaU4

congrats MammaU4 and all the top losers this week!! I am so impressed to see such big numbers this busy time of year.

I'm off to tuck michael in, but hope to come back and catch up more in a bit. That coffee should keep me from falling asleep.

 

[cclovesdis]

Okay. This is attempt number two.

Evening Everyone!

Work went well today. I'm definitely loving my job. TOM seems to have made his arrival, so, well, you know. And, I'm up over 3.5 pounds. So far, I've lost just over 5.5 pounds this challenge and I'd like to end it at almost 10 pounds lost. But, that would require a BL (TV) style loss for the week. Here's hoping...

Hope everyone has a great day tomorrow. I'll probably sleep-in, but will post the QOTD as soon as I wake up.

Good morning BL friends!

I need a new game plan for Winter !!!

You are doing so well. From reading the rest of your post, it sounds like you do have a game plan. Others have suggested some great ideas and ITA with them!

I've read a lot that says dairy helps weigh loss!

Me too! I do lose more on weeks when I have more dairy too.

To make it even harder to put it off, I suggest that you cut your list into strips, and put them in a jar. I have to do that, otherwise, the same thing that I don't want to do keeps getting bumped to the bottom of the list. Throw in some movement/exercise things that you can do at home, and maybe even one or "relax/suprise" items. You can always dig in hoping for one of those. The trick is, you HAVE to do whatever you pull out!

I LOVE THIS!!!!!!

You should not cancel your trip. Cam gave you some great ideas and you have a great plan in place.

And, as for the "talk," good luck. I can't write how well it went for me on a message board.

Shawn--A couple of people on here (including me) have done the walk away the pounds video. You can get them online or at target for pretty cheap. They aren't the most exciting videos, but you don't need a lot of space and you can get a decent sweat going. Hugs on all that snow.

ITA! I have the 5-12 min. mile one and haven't been able to go 3 miles in a row yet. It's quite the workout.

Congrats to all the losers and maintainers this week, and thanks CC for coaching.

Ditto! Thank you for coaching last week!

 

[cclovesdis]

After my long maintain I am down 1.5 pounds today.

Congrats! for a new decade!

CC - I hope you are feeling better. Are you enjoying your job?

Thanks! I am feeling much better. It was probably just nerves.

As for my job, yes, definitely! I am very busy and already have a special assignment. It actually relates to teaching. I couldn't have found a better job! Thanks for asking.

CC[/B]- Hope you feel better

Thanks! on reaching and surpassing goal!

As far as the new ww.....
I have to say, I was really freaked out when I logged into the new plan the first day. There was such a change in the points....I went from 23 points to 29 points in one day. Some foods were more points and fruit is now 0 points.

I did too! I went from 22 to 29. I was struggling to eat 22 on some days. And, that was with eating fruit. I think the changes are good, but we just have to get used to them.

I don't know what size shoes you wear Lisa, but I hope I can fill them!

You'll be great!

for park tickets and APs!

Cheese—especially flavored cheese like the Hickory Farms stuff.

Smoked cheese is very good!

I had to coordinate a meeting right before my lunch that consisted of pizza, but instead of staying I went to work out. Then I had to clean up and I managed to stay away from the leftovers and eat my planned tuna fish

Awesome! Sorry your workout didn't go so well.

Have a great night Tracey! Enjoy the movie!

I think we're going to have a party tomorrow night as it is the anniversary of Hunter's tumor removal. I can't think of a better reason to celebrate

Nor can I!

Good to hear from you Pamela! Sounds like DH is doing well at home. You are wonderful to be taking such good care of him!

 

[mikamah]

CC- hugs to you on the gain and gosh darn TOM. Such a pain, but I bet as coach this week if you follow all your daily challenges, you might just see a big whoosh and reach that goal. But even if you don't 5.5 pounds is fabulous too. Keep up the great work!!

Tracey- welcome home. 4 pounds isn't too bad for a fun filled week in disney, and I'm betting you'll get that energizer bunny thing going on this week and see it gone next week. That shiny red goal clippie looks so good on you, you can do it!!

Pamela- So glad to hear dh is doing well, and that you are happy with your weight right now. I'm sure all you and your family have been through this past few weeks has helped put the frustration of weight loss all into perspective. Hope dd's meet went well for her. She sounds like she is such a mature young lady, and I'm sure she's been a huge support for you.

Rose- thin crust pizza sounds delicious. Glad ds is going to wait and come home after the storm and cold passes, and it will be a comfort for you to have him at least travelling with someone else, even if he's the one leading. It is so nice to have cell phones now to communicate on those long trips, and prevent some worry at least. Way to go on the short skirt!!

Deb- I can't think of a better reason to celebrate. God bless Hunter and your whole family.

Nicole- Sorry your run at the gym didn't go too well. Do you think you were trying to go too fast? I know when I first started running and had a hard time, someone had told me to just slow down, and I try to remember that when I'm struggling. Sometimes its just one of those days, and hopefully the next time you get out there you will be just fine. Congrats on 15 pounds gone!!

50sjayne- a hug for you, even though it's not your thing. I've never struggled with losing too much weight, but definintely agree that it is similar to trying to lose weight and so many emotions are rolled up into it, and it is as much of a struggle too. Take care of yourself. I love your kitty pics. We visited my bro and my niece got a new kitty who I just adore. So wish I could get one again, but ds is allergic.

Shannon- thank you so much for all your hard work as weightkeeper.

Shawn- You do sound so motivated and are going to reach your goal in 2011. It is so easy to snuggle down in the cold weather, and believe me if I hadn't registered for the princess, I would not be dragging my butt out in this cold. You should definitely plan on a 5k. It is so much fun to get out with others, and feel the comradarie, and support. I'm still very slow, and in the races I've done the support at the finishline was so touching. I love the wii just dance, and can work up a sweat with it, and definitely agree with the walk away the pounds dvds being a good workout too. The just dance has a new version, so the older version was only 37$ at bjs. I think others have liked wii ea sports active, or something like that. Maybe when you're home you'll be able to find some good bargains.

Taryn- I can't imagine what that poor child is going through, and my heart goes out to your friend and their family. I hope things get easier for you soon too, and your memories can bring more comfort than tears. I'm sure seeing your coworker and her family going through all this brings up the sadness of the loss of your daddy too. It is still so hard some days, and I don't know why I'm feeling so much better this year, except for that old adage that time does heal, and I do think regular exercise is making a big difference in the frame of mind too. Hang in there, girlfriend. Thanks for the support, and I am going to see onederland again in 2011, and i will appreciate any knocks offside the head when I slack.
I love your list of important thing in life- health, mental healthy and attitude, and memories. So true, and I totally do not remember anything about money worries as a kid, and we definitely were not well to do, but I remember the family time, visiting my grammy, hanging out in the yard, playing in the sprinklers, the time spent together, and that is what our kids will remember too, and so I totally agree that you need to go to hhi, you have it planned, and you all deserve to get away and relax together as a family and make some memories.

Lisa- Hey partner!! Nice job on the loss this week, and you can definitely get into a new decade next friday. We are both going to be in Onederland for the princess, and don't forget, every 5 pounds we lose will make us 15 seconds faster, and that will be an extra 3 mintues over the race to take a few photos!! Thank you so much for hosting these challenges the past few years, and for all the support you have given me. I am happy to coach a couple days on the alumni thread too.

Jeannette- An engagement and weight loss in the same week!! How fabulous. You are not being bridezilla. It is your special day, and you and df should definitely do what you want to do, and enjoy every minute of the planning, and do not have any regrets. I hope your close family will be there for you and support you in whatever your decision is.

Kim- Thanks for sharing your experiences with the new ww. I'm tempted to give it a try after the holidays, just for the fact I would get more points. Congrats on 25 pounds gone, and only gaining 1 pound on a cruise is nothing short of a miracle. Love your list of milestones.

Cam- Congrats on the loss this week. Definitely tempting me into rejoining ww again.

Julie- Hope your surgery today went as well as yesterdays.

Ok, I think I'm all caught up. that coffee did keep me going tonight. I was supposed to be on call tomorrow, but a coworker wanted the time so I happily gave it up to her. I'm planning my long run in the am, 7-8 miles, and then we'll go cut down our christmas tree, we'll decorate it tomorrow night. I'd like to do some cookie baking this weekend, probably the spritz and next weekend we'll do gingerbread men. Might do sugar cookie cutouts too, if michael gets into it this year. Maybe i'll make a plan, for every mile I run/walk, I can have one cookie while I'm baking.

Have a great weekend everyone.

 

[donac]

Good Saturday morning WHy can't I sleep in one morning during the week.

Hope to get my shopping done today. Dh and I have decided to make life easier we are not going to give each other many presents. My school is having a bus trip to see La Cage aux Folle in NY so that is our present to ourselves. Kelsey Grammer is in it now but he is leaving just before we see it. The replacements are coming in that week so we know that they will be there. We will be seeing Harvey Fierstein and Jeffrey Tambor. I am okay with this. I have always wanted to see Harvey Fierstein in a show so I am pretty excited about it. We saw this musical 27 years ago so I can't wait to see it again.

I also have to clean the house this weekend. we are getting our tree next Friday. I usually put the lights on the first night it is up since I love to see a tree with just lights on. Then on Saturday I will put the ornaments on. BUT we have to go to an Eagle Ceremony on Sat at 11. We are not happy that one week before Christmas we have this obligation. We have to go since dh was asked to be the Master of Ceremony. If I get my shopping done this weekend it should be okay.

Have a nice day everyone. I will be back later.

 

[flipflopmom]

. I fell asleep during prep and landing. I am barely a maintain this week, but I'll take it!DS sent us a text last night that he is going to wait and drive home tuesday. I'm glad. They aren't forecasting a ton of snow, but frigid temps and it's hard to keep some of the roads clear when it's that cold.

Barely a maintain is a maintain, lady! I'm sure you looked smashing in your skirt. We watched prep and landing the other night, the beginning was super cute! Sounds like DS made a pretty smart decision with driving, and I'm sure that will help you mentally.

In the meantime there are Zumba routines free online -- maybe on YouTube -- several BL people talked about them quite a bit. I believe the next challenge will start on the 1st of January. There is a planning thread and we have Tracey as weightkeeper, CC as HH coach, Connie for WIN! and donac and Rose as hostesses. After my long maintain I am down 1.5 pounds today. I'm hoping another good week of Princess training will get me down to my new decade before the challenge ends.

Awesome job Lisa! I'll have to go check out the planning thread. I hope that taking a break from hostessing doesn't mean you will be taking a break from us! The You Tube Zumba I like best is done by girls in Hickory, NC. I think you were directing that to Shawn, maybe?

Taryn - You must go! You have been looking forward to it so much and I fear the effects and regrets of not going would total you and your family. You guys need the time away from your worries and daily stress. There is SOOO much to do there that costs nothing.

Ak was asking about the activities we were going to do this year- I know we did a few that had no cost, so we'll look into those. Hoping I can stretch the Christmas budget a bit more and grab the kids that could pay for one "paid" thing. They made pillows, shark tooth necklaces, and t-shirts last year. Of course, we greatly look forward to the free campfires, cider, and cookies. Not the healthiest part of the trip! It was VERY cold last year, so we only spent a few minutes on the beach. Hoping it will be warm enough to play football this year!

These holidays are getting tough, so many parties with lots of not so good for you food. Ive had a holiday party almost everyday this week I actually managed to surpass my goal and reach 126. Your talk of memories almost had me crying. You should definitely do what you have scheduled. I think memories are super important and that’s what I want my wedding to be filled with.

GREAT LOSS!!! You are right on track with your idea about the wedding, don't stress so much over the little details, just the memories!

This week I reached my -25 pound mark. I am so motivated to continue and get to my goal....another 25 would do it.

That's great Kim! Way to go! I kinda have a hard time explaining this group when people say "what plan did you follow?" I don't do WW, just calorie counting, and saying "my support group is a wonderful online group of Disney lovers that are all trying to loose/maintain weight loss together" just doesn't really do this group justice!

I really like hearing that I am not the only one who really needs outside support to be successful. I logged onto the website at 1:45 and realized that if I didn't make a decision by 2:00 I was going to have to pay for 2 day shipping!

That is tooo funny about your time constraint! Nothing like a deadline. When are you leaving? Glad you got some shopping done, having that off your chest should help. As for the support group - vital!

The more I don’t feel in control of a situation—the more I will control the only thing I really can—eating and the number on the scale. Maybe I could start writing down what I eat…then I can see exactly what is going on.

It is about control, either lack of or too much. When I am mentally focused on my weight loss, I've caught myself trying to see how little I can eat and get by. Of course, that backfired a few times. I think tracking for a while would be a great idea for you!

I told her to back off at the time, but now have my son drinking water regularly. I even got her to agree to tape up my foot to help my PF when we go to WDW next month !I did not reach my 3 mile marker as I was hoping, my body just really kind of shut down I am also happy to report that I lost another pound and am down a milestone of 15lbs.

Great job Nicole! DH suffered badly from pf just before our first WDW trip. He had a cortisone shot series to help, and they did. Ibuprofen, stretching it before bed and first thing in the morning, and these ice packs called peas at CVS made all the difference, as did rolling a frozen water bottle under his foot. Just thought I'd pass that along. Great job getting your son drinking water, that's a major thing! Sorry about the stinker run, they happen to everyone occasionally. For me, the next run is usually AWESOME!

QUOTE=my3princes;39193024]I think we're going to have a party tomorrow night as it is the anniversary of Hunter's tumor removal. I can't think of a better reason to celebrate[/QUOTE]
I can't either! Enjoy! (BTW, I have been known to have many TUMS in my life, mostly AFTER my gallbladder was removed)

I I've got the blender and the juicer going. But I'm still low enough to keep me happy. Guess I am kind of considering myeslf into maintenance now, although I haven't yet seen that 128 on the scale. But I'm starting to realize that maybe I will NEVER see that number.

Those juices sound great! Can you ship some to me? Your DH is so lucky to have you there! Something about switching to maintenance officially took some of the mental stress off, and I lost a bit without trying. Hope DD did well, I am glad they are dealing well with all of this!

Hope to get some work done in the morning before basketball and driving 1 3/4 hours to the Christmas party! My client said this morning that I will probably crash on Monday, I think it may happen before then

You will probably hit a wall soon! One day at a time.

I'm definitely loving my job. TOM seems to have made his arrival, so, well, you know. And, I'm up over 3.5 pounds.

I am sooo glad you are enjoying your job CC! And yeah, TOM just, well, he's nuts. Last time you coached you had a killer week, so you just might pull it out!

I'm planning my long run in the am, 7-8 miles, and then we'll go cut down our christmas tree, we'll decorate it tomorrow night.

Sounds like a wonderful day! I hope you and Michael enjoy!

BRB

 

[flipflopmom]

I've feeling ROUGH this am. I forgot one of my most important two prong lessons last night, and remembering by experience. One of my keys to weight loss is MEALS. Last night, DH worked late, AK went to the dance at school. So, I decided to just find snack type foods and veg on couch. BAD IDEA. I ate little bits of stuff that mostly bad (a slice of bread, a few nacho crumbs with hummus, some with cheese, pepperoni, carrots, don't even remember it all). Major heartburn this am, and some serious bloating! I would have been much better off to go ahead and make something.

I had to run to the car yesterday at school, and realized that when I do get back to running, I'll probably have to start c25K all over again. It was hard. That really upset me, considering I was up to 10 miles!

Tonight's going to be tough. We have our first family get together since Daddy died. There were 5 brothers, only 1 left, but after my Granny died each brother or his family hosted our Christmas party on a rotating basis so we could keep in touch. It snowed it out last year. This was very important to Daddy, and I mentioned we also lost an aunt last year, one of my cousins had breast cancer this year,so it's going to be tough for a lot of us, but I think we'll find strength from each other. Not to mention all the great food. Snack/party food is my favorite, and my weakness! I haven't seen a lot of the family since the funerals, so hopefully their reaction to my weight loss will motivate me not to eat too much.

For those that celebrate Christmas, if you want to share, please do. Kinda mine own supplemental QOTD: DO NOT READ WITH YOUNG ONES LOOKING OVER YOUR SHOULDER!!!!! As usual, have something on my mind. I was talking to a friend yesterday who has older girls, and she said she couldn't care less about it this year, the kids picked out what they want and know what they are getting, and it just seemed like she was spending money, not really into it. They still celebrate the Christian meaning of the season, which we do also, but her comments made me think about how much of my enjoyment of the holiday is wrapped around the magic of it all.

Our traditions here have always been that the kids get one thing from Santa, usually the main thing they ask for,(one year for AK it was a robe) and the rest are from us. (One being kinda loose, if it is something with accesories, then the set being from Santa). I wanted my kids to know early on some of the financial part of the day, if that makes sense. (Santa does NOT have an unlimited budget). Of course, this year, I'm glad we've done that. I'm very proud of the attitude my girls have about Christmas, even Sophie will tell AK "you can't get everything you want, you can't ask for that much". I'm still trying to decide what should be from Santa and what should be from us. I am torn between the "magic of Santa" meaning let him bring them more, and the "thankful to parents" meaning more from us, attitudes. (I just deleted 2 paragraphs listing all the possibilities of what could be from us and what could be from SC).

Just kinda wondering what everyone's traditions/thinking is on this one. I've got to decide quickly, b/c my time w/o kids around to wrap stuff is limited. (Stuff from us goes under the tree Christmas Eve morning, any earlier and they would get into it, Santa always wraps his in Santa paper and brings after we go to bed.)

Totally nothing to do with weight loss, other than the stress eating all these caused me last night!

Have a great day everyone! Have you told you lately that I love you? Cuz I do!
Taryn

 

[cclovesdis]

Dona: I am so with you. I think I gave sleeping in a whole new meaning. I've been up for a while, but I had to talk to my mom first and then read the posts. I'll reply in after my battery charges. (Taryn: That's my computer battery. ) Here's today's QOTD:

QOTD for Sat. 12/11: Although not everyone follows WW, we have been discussing the new program and how fruit is "free." Does this give you a new attitude about fruit? Has your opinion of eating fruit changed?

Mini-Challenge: Enjoy at least 1 serving of fruit today.

I'll answer later. My response will probably be long.

Also, I'll reply to my PMs later this morning. I knew if I slept on the questions, I'd have much better responses. And, I do.

Have a great day everyone!

Drink your water! 6? Nah, strive for more! Eat your fruit! 1? How about 2? Veggies? 3, 4, 5, or more! Protein-at least what you need! Dairy-definitely 1, if not 2. Food is fuel and your body needs the right stuff. Veggies aren't just low in calories; they have vitamins and minerals your body needs!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Hi all,

Sorry not alot of time to reply but I will try to get back later for that. Life has thrown us another curve ball. My dh's nana passed away yesterday. His mom and him could not get a hold of her all day so he went over to check on her and everything was locked up with her paper out front. Knew something was wrong and went he went in she was still in bed. I feel that god blessed her with going peacefully in her sleep.

I am trying to keep the normal holiday stuff going with the boys. We had planned to go to the tree farm and cut down the tree today so we are still sticking to it. Not sure if dh will want to go along or not, Im leaving it totaly up to him. I have my office christmas party tonight and I feel horrible having to leave. If I was not the boss I probably would skip it but since I am I feel obligated to still go. Life will go on.......

I hope everyone else is ok, I didnt have much time to read but like I said I hope to get back on later for my much needed therapy.

 

[flipflopmom]

My dh's nana passed away yesterday.

Lindsay - I am SO sorry, and equally sorry that he had to be the one to find her. Today is going to be so tough on your family, cut yourself some slack! Sending PPD your way.

QOTD: Dont' do WW, but my attitude on fruit has never been bad. I know it can be high in calories, but there are lots of antioxidants in some of it, vitamins, etc. I love my fruit! Grapes are a wonderful dessert! My kids love fruit, and I would rather them have fruit than junk. Plus, it helps my digestive sytem. I HATE bananas, but have been eating them for the potassium. I'm a firm believer in getting as many vitamins from food, rather than supplements, as possible!

 

[cclovesdis]

CC- hugs to you on the gain and gosh darn TOM. Such a pain, but I bet as coach this week if you follow all your daily challenges, you might just see a big whoosh and reach that goal. But even if you don't 5.5 pounds is fabulous too. Keep up the great work!!

Thanks! I know I'll be checking my weight a lot this week. I'm also hoping to finally go to the gym again post-fractured foot. I'm moving a lot at work, so that should help. I need to start wearing my pedometer again. Thanks for the encouragement!

Dona: Hope shopping goes well today!

Enjoy the musical!

I am sooo glad you are enjoying your job CC! And yeah, TOM just, well, he's nuts. Last time you coached you had a killer week, so you just might pull it out!

Thanks to you to for the encouragement!

Now, to you. First, . I think today is a good day for taking some time to just relax. I know that is my plan for the day. Even though I am going to a small holiday party tonight, it's one designed for relaxing. We are watching a movie and making snowflakes. When was the last time I did either of those? I can't thank my friends enough for hosting this party. So, call the girls to the kitchen table, grab some scissors and plain white paper, and have a ball.

As for running, I'm hoping someone else will chime in here. I haven't made it through W3 of C25K on the treadmill. I'm even more of a disaster on pavement.

Now, for . We've done all sorts of things in my house. My parents did give us gifts from them, although often we opened them on Christmas Eve. This split up Santa and gifts from our parents nicely. My sister and I liked this a lot. Also, my parents tried to keep as many presents as possible a surprise. Some things are predictable, like our stocking usually has knee highs in it, but what's under the tree is at least 50% a surprise-STILL. Last year, we had Christmas morning on Christmas Eve morning so our parents wouldn't have to bring all of our gifts to our grandparents' house. We do open something on Christmas morning too (our grandparents get a kick out of this-again, STILL) and those gifts are a surprise to everyone except my mom, of course. I think the key is to have something that is a surprise. Actually, I'd say that Christmas has been more fun now that we know. I feel like when my parents were playing they had to stick to the "list," but know they can surprise us much more. And, really, don't be afraid to put practical things under the tree. My parents have always given us clothes-and I'm not just talking about sweaters and pants. Fun socks, new undies, an extra bra, etc. Another thing that keeps the surprise element is to get creative with wrapping. I've wrapped up most of the gifts we've bought my sister and BIL already and did all sorts of creative things. They are each getting a package of whatever they need for shaving and gift cards, so I wrapped them together and then bundled the 2 packages in ribbon so they have to open the gifts together. You could do the same thing if you were to buy Sophie and AK something the same/similar, like a 2-pack of socks. That's "all" that comes to mind now. Hope it helped a least a little.

for tonight.

Lindsay: to you too. I'm so sorry for your loss.

I'm a firm believer in getting as many vitamins from food, rather than supplements, as possible!

 

[lisah0711]

Good morning all!

It's hard to believe that we are so close to the end of our challenge. Work hard and make good choices on this last week-end of the year for our official challenge!

Cam, hope that your busy day passed quickly!

Jeanette, you are above your goal weight!

Kim, so nice to see you and thanks for all the info on WW! You're doing great!

Kim--thanks so much for sharing this. I really like hearing that I am not the only one who really needs outside support to be successful.

Add me to the list of folks who would never make it without this group for support!

Susan, Sorry for your struggles. This definately is the place for support for any food issues!

Nicole, some workouts are stinkers. It happens to all of us. Hope that the next is better.

Tracey, sounds like busy times returning to the world away from "the World" for you.

Deb, so happy that Hunter is doing well and that you can all be thankful and celebrate!

Pamela, glad to hear that your DH continues to improve, too. One of the good things to come out of this horrible situation is that you may have discovered that you have been maintaining much longer than you realized! What a great way to start 2011 saying "I'm here, I've done it, and I can trust that I will never be going back!"

Kathy, we will be having a great time being in ONE-derland and at the Princess soon! Thanks for all the support that you have given me.

It's been my privilege to be hostess the past several challenge and Rose will do a wonderful job for us!

dona, good luck getting the shopping done this week-end!

Awesome job Lisa! I'll have to go check out the planning thread. I hope that taking a break from hostessing doesn't mean you will be taking a break from us! The You Tube Zumba I like best is done by girls in Hickory, NC. I think you were directing that to Shawn, maybe?

Yes, I was replying to Shawn about Zumba -- apparently misplaced my QUOTE in my reply.

Nope, I won't be taking a break from the challenge, just from hostessing.

Big for your family gathering tonight. I know it will be an emotional time for you.

BRB with the rest of the replies.

 

[tigger813]

Good morning!

Just had a big breakfast of pancakes and bacon. Lunch will be a protein shake and I will watch what I eat at the party tonight. I will try to drink a lot of water but will also enjoy a drink or two. I will get up tomorrow and do the elliptical and hopefully get in a 2nd workout tomorrow night. Planning on running to the grocery store at some point today though I don't know when. Maybe if I got off the couch and took a shower that might happen!

I woke up at 6 and then fell back asleep until 7:30 and then got on Photopass to put borders on our photos. We preordered the CD so we will have lots of photos (over 200 with the borders). Also have tons of other photos from our three cameras! Gotta pick put our Christmas card photo and send it in to Costco in the next 2 days!

Gotta get moving!!!!

TTFN