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[sahbushka]

Monday QOTD: Who inspires/motivates you on your health/fitness/weight loss journey?

I think it would be my friend Paula from work. She lost a bunch and has been really struggling to get off that last couple pounds...but she keeps trying...it has been around 6 months but she doesn't give up. To me that is try inspiration...If she can do it for that long, then I sure can do it when I have had one not so good week!

SarahMay

 

[my3princes]

QOTD: My inspiration

Originally my kids were my inspiration. I did not want them to be embarassed by me. When I looked in the mirror I knew that a time would come when they wouldn't want to be seen with me. My dh felt that way about his mother and we've often discussed it. So that started both dh and I on our journey. Now I can say that my dh is my inspiration. We do this together, we support each other and we are honest and accountable to each other. My boys are always complementing us on how well we've done and they love to have us around and to have friends over. Just today they said that I was the cool Mom at school

 

[tea pot]

Sunday QOTD teleport travel sounds like a great one and knowing different languages would fit in with that

Monday QOTD MY daughters and YOU GUYS inspire and motivate me.

Good Night All

 

[corinnak]

Monday QOTD: Who inspires/motivates you on your health/fitness/weight loss journey?

I have a list and a half, I tell you. So many here and elsewhere on the DIS, so many on the WW online website, too. Especially Maria, Shannon, Lisa, Dona, Kim, JenB, Debra, Richard...

And this girl:

http://www.priorfatgirl.com/

She's not a DISer, but she is another Minnesota girl - I didn't really MEET her, but ran behind her at the Challenge Obesity 5K race last year. On her back, she had a picture of herself 100lbs heavier. An amazing woman for so many reasons.

And I hope this doesn't sound conceited, but I am saying it because it is the thing that has made the most difference for me this year:

I inspire myself. I have done things I never would have imagined I could do. I have read so many stories of people in health-related magazines and WW success stories of people who started walking and finished a 5K or 10K. I remember the day I realized that even though I wasn't anywhere near my goal weight, *I* was now an inspirational story. I was on the treadmill and practically started crying right there. And from that point on, I knew that I could achieve the things I was dreaming of.

The thing is, we ALL have this strength. We all have the capacity to go outside our comfort zone, persist when things are difficult and finish things we never thought we could.

 

[tigger813]

Starting off slow this morning. Hit the alarm off 3 times. Will get in my workouts later. Just have no energy this morning. No clients today but I will hang out at the spa for awhile just in case and then run some errands. DD2 has a friend coming over for a playdate this afternoon so I need to get things straightened up here this morning.

Time to go get DD1 up. She's such a poke in the morning that she needs extra time to get ready for school.

 

[donac]

Monday QOTD: Who inspires/motivates you on your health/fitness/weight loss journey?

I have a list and a half, I tell you. So many here and elsewhere on the DIS, so many on the WW online website, too. Especially Maria, Shannon, Lisa, Dona, Kim, JenB, Debra, Richard...

And this girl:

http://www.priorfatgirl.com/

She's not a DISer, but she is another Minnesota girl - I didn't really MEET her, but ran behind her at the Challenge Obesity 5K race last year. On her back, she had a picture of herself 100lbs heavier. An amazing woman for so many reasons.

And I hope this doesn't sound conceited, but I am saying it because it is the thing that has made the most difference for me this year:

I inspire myself. I have done things I never would have imagined I could do. I have read so many stories of people in health-related magazines and WW success stories of people who started walking and finished a 5K or 10K. I remember the day I realized that even though I wasn't anywhere near my goal weight, *I* was now an inspirational story. I was on the treadmill and practically started crying right there. And from that point on, I knew that I could achieve the things I was dreaming of.

The thing is, we ALL have this strength. We all have the capacity to go outside our comfort zone, persist when things are difficult and finish things we never thought we could.

Thanks for putting me on that list.

I like that you feel inspired by yourself. Several years ago I wanted to help a friend and signed up to do a 25 mi bike ride to support MS (my good friend has it). Dh signed up to. I spent several months on my exercise bike getting ready. I never did a full 25 miles on my bike but did hit 20 so I figured I could do it. The day came and I did it in about 2 hours with a break in themiddle. Dh confided to me that he didn't think I could make it. I was really surprised.

Fast forward to this year. I asked him to take me hiking this summer. Maybe a day or two here and there. I know that he doesn't think I can make it beacuse of my ankle and knee problems. I don't know if I can but I am going to start walkingg up the cemetery hill to get ready and again I hope to impress him this summer. I do plan to go kayaking this summer. I think I am going to give him a kayaking tour for Valentines Day.

Have a good day everyone. I am here waiting for the plumbers to replace the furnace They are supposed to be here at 8. I have the day off until 2:45 when I have to go to school for a meeting

 

[carmiedog]

Sunday QOTD: If you could posses one 'power', what would it be and why?

The power to cough or sneeze without peeing my pants. Can't wait for this stupid cold to be over.

 

[PeterPan09]

Monday QOTD: Who inspires/motivates you on your health/fitness/weight loss journey?

I have a list and a half, I tell you. So many here and elsewhere on the DIS, so many on the WW online website, too. Especially Maria, Shannon, Lisa, Dona, Kim, JenB, Debra, Richard...

And this girl:

http://www.priorfatgirl.com/

She's not a DISer, but she is another Minnesota girl - I didn't really MEET her, but ran behind her at the Challenge Obesity 5K race last year. On her back, she had a picture of herself 100lbs heavier. An amazing woman for so many reasons.

And I hope this doesn't sound conceited, but I am saying it because it is the thing that has made the most difference for me this year:

I inspire myself. I have done things I never would have imagined I could do. I have read so many stories of people in health-related magazines and WW success stories of people who started walking and finished a 5K or 10K. I remember the day I realized that even though I wasn't anywhere near my goal weight, *I* was now an inspirational story. I was on the treadmill and practically started crying right there. And from that point on, I knew that I could achieve the things I was dreaming of.

The thing is, we ALL have this strength. We all have the capacity to go outside our comfort zone, persist when things are difficult and finish things we never thought we could.

That is an AWESOME POST!!!!

 

[Cinderella Girl]

Good Morning All,

I hope everyone is having a good Tues Morning.
I am going to post quick before my students get here.

Tuesday QOTD:
What is your favorite Disney Resort?

Mine is the CBR!! I have stayed there 4 times and everytimeI go there I am relaxed and happy!!!!

I will check back later!

Have a Terrific Tuesday!!!!
Molly

 

[ohMom]

morning...

corinna - that is not egotistical in my book....it's rather AWESOME!

QOTD --- there are a couple i have left to try out -- Beach Club, Boardwalk, and Wilderness Lodge......my favorite resort would have the Poly's transportation convenience, ambiance of AKL, and heavenly bed from the Swan

but that's not really what you asked --- my favorite today is AKL

 

[mikamah]

Monday QOTD: Who inspires/motivates you on your health/fitness/weight loss journey?

My son is my biggest motivation. I don't want to be the "fat" mom and embarrass him, and I want him to have an active and healthy life. He is very active, and I should follow his lead more often, and though he loves the junk food like i do, if there is fresh fruit, he'll usually choose that over cookies.

I have been inspired by everyone here on these challenges. Every post of a success or struggle, helps keep me motivated to go on especially when I am struggling. I don't know if I would have stuck with these challenges last year without the support of so many when I was struggling with my mom's illness, and her death.
Lisa, your friendship and pm's gave me so much hope and support, I can't put it into words.
Jennz, your support and friendship and knowing I was and am not alone was and is still such a big help to me.
The support and inspiration from everyone, especially Shannon, Dona, pjlla, Lisaviolet, Maria, Corinna,Vija, Tammy, has meant so much to me, and really helped to keep me going. I still struggle so much emotionally, and it is so nice to have a place to come and get a hug when I need it. I may not be losing the weight very quickly, but this is a long term investment for me, and one of these days, that weight will come off, and I will owe so much of my success to all of you here.

Thank you.

 

[my3princes]

QOTD for Tuesday: Favorite WDW resort and why

That is such a complex question which leaves me with 3 answers. If we are driving down we often take our camper and stay at Fort Wilderness. It is our favorite campground ever. So clean, beautiful, lots to do and a short boat ride from the MK.

If we are doing a DVC trip we really like OKW. It has a laid back feel and the villas are so big. Lots of room for the 5 of us to spread out. That answer my change though, we are staying in the tree house villas this summer an that may take the top spot.

If we are staying on cash without the camper we like POR. The price is great and the 5 of us can fit into one room. We aren't in the room much so saving money on the resort and having a longer trip makes this our favorite.

 

[jennz]

Sunday QOTD: If you could posses one 'power', what would it be and why?

The power to cough or sneeze without peeing my pants. Can't wait for this stupid cold to be over.

That is so funny and I can totally relate!! I hope your cold goes away soon.

Feeling a little better today and want to get in some exercise, thinking about light housework or walking 10 minutes and a time, to see how I feel and get some movement in. Last night I had the garlic parmesan boneout wings from Pizza Hut - can't be too bad right? It is chicken... well I checked this morning - 1440 calories and 100 grams of fat! My word! At least I've been healthy the rest of the week.

QOTD: I haven't stayed there yet but I think it's going to be the Beach Club. DH and DD love it. Having been through it I love it, love the location and ambience. Right now though it's AKL, love that place! I love all the activities, the decorations, and of course the savannah view.

 

[pjlla]

Sorry you're not feeling well. I had it mildly last week!

I'm so glad that I inspire you! Everyone on here inspires me everyday and that's why I have been working so hard.

Gonna do the EA Sports Active in a bit and tonight after getting home from dancing with DD1 I will do 2 more miles. I like spreading my workouts out through the day. I always like working off what I ate throughout the day.

I had a flatbread sweet chicken teriyaki for lunch from Subway. Since I was at work until 1:30 I didn't have time to eat. I saw that was on the low fat menu so I decided to try it with lettuce, pickles and onions. It was quite tasty. Gonna have some hot dogs for supper tonight.

Gotta go watch for DD1. It's absolutely pouring here so I really wish I didn't have to go out later.

Just thought you might want to know that the flatbread is higher in fat/calories than a 6" whole grain roll. The flatbread has 240 calories, 5 gr of fat, and only 2 gr. of fiber, versus the 6" 9 grain wheat roll which has 210 calories, 2 gr. fat and 4 gr. of fiber. It might not be enough to make a difference to you, but if you are counting WW points, it will certainly change things.

What's your recipe with all of the fillers?


I was so proud of DS today. We had to go shopping at the mall to get some dress pants for his violin concert tomorrow. He asked to park at the farthest entrance so we could get a little walk in going to and from the store!

Have a great evening all!

Like I mentioned, I used fat free refried beans, wheat bran and wheat germ, and veggies (celery and onions and some canned diced tomatoes that were well drained). I changed things up a bit this time because my grocery situation was very limited. I frequently also add oatmeal but didn't this time becaues DS is allergic and we are trying to be more careful about his diet. I have also, in the past, added steamed/pureed spinach, steamed/pureed carrots, whole kidney beans, leftover cooked broccoli (chopped), as well as other leftover cooked veggies, leftover mashed potatoes, and tvp (although not much because the meatloaf doesn't hold together well if I use too much). Then the basics of course, like bread crumbs, ketchup (sometimes), egg (but not this time because I didn't have any on hand).

I never use a "recipe" per say.... I just wing it and use whatever I have on hand.

Nice job on getting DS onboard with the exercising.

Hi all!

I just got back from my Irish Step Class. I wasn't sure it was going to happen this soon but we started back with 3 students. My thighs were sore from the EA Sports Active workout. Well, now, it's my lower legs and hips from what we did at class. But it was great!

I'm giving my total workout for the day as 6 miles since I did the EA workout and the Irish Step class.

We'll see how I feel in the morning and how much I get done tomorrow workout wise!

You just make me with all of the exercise you are getting! How do you fit it all in??? Even though I know how important the exercise is to my health, the entire time I am moving I am thinking about what else I should/could be doing.

Sunday QOTD: If you could posses one 'power', what would it be and why?

The power to cough or sneeze without peeing my pants. Can't wait for this stupid cold to be over.

I totally feel your pain!


Morning all! Today is my baby's birthday! DS turns 12 today. Where have the years gone? As he dashed off to get on the bus, I said a tearful thank you prayer to God for blessing me with such a great DS (and DD also). I'm not sure how I got so lucky. He is truly a blessing!

I've done my BL Powersculpt 30 minute and a 30 minute WATP video. I still have on my exercise clothes, so I may try to fit in a bit more. I won't be at the Y tonight because we are going out for DS's birthday dinner. I'll eat light during the day today to save some points for dinner/dessert, but I'm sure if I have dessert I will have to use Flexpoints.

Well.... I raced around to get my house chores done so now I have some time to scrap. Talk to you later..................P

 

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

What is my favorite resort:

That is really a hard question. Right now I would have to say it is GF. Not becasue it is the flagship resort but because I loved a resort I didnt think I would like. A few things that stand out as to why I switched from my former fav AKL to GF are:

Seeing the castle from my room and my son jumping up and down on the bed because the monorail went by our room. Watching wishes while in the courtyard pool or hottub. Eating breakfast outside the foodcourt with the perfect view of the castle and Grand 1. The quiet elegance that surrounds you. I really can not believe how much I fell in love with this resort and I went into that vacation thinking my husband was nuts for splurging on this. I LOVED every minute of it. The monorail with a stroller was a huge plus too. I still love AKL but I fell in love with GF. Hearing the sounds of the train whistle and dog howling every morning as I watched the resort come alive with activity. Oh my. Love it.

 

[jbm02]

Tuesday QOTD:
What is your favorite Disney Resort?

Our favorite has been the Yacht Club - we stayed there for our honeymoon and haven't been back since! I loved the pool area and the seaside theme, plus our room was practically next to the hot tub... I'd love to go back someday.
But, really, is there a bad WDW resort? LOL - after all, you're at WDW!!!
We've had a terrific time at every resort we've stayed at, all for different reasons:
CR - fun, large rooms, watched the monorail all the time and just a short walk to the Magic Kingdom (key since my youngest was in a stroller at the time..)
SOG - mammoth rooms and great prices.
CBR - wow - what a surprise there! The beach area was so much fun and the rooms were colorful and cheery - there was even a picture of the Magic in our room - a perfect choice before our cruise...
CS - Had a ball at their pool and bar area!!
POFQ - great slide and loved the restaurant there (although I think it has since closed...)
AsSp - I know it's a value and the room are smaller than the other locations but the spirit of fun and "let's all have a good time" from the other families there was amazing. Had one of our best ever vacations here!!

...klutzy me took a tumble down the neighbors (outside) stairs yesterday. I look like a little tomboy - I have 3 band-aids on both knees. (no suit to work today. Thank God for pants!). Now I have to head over to Old Navy after work to replace the jeans I tore. Darn it - was hoping to wait til I got down one more size to buy those!! LOL.

Corinna - what a terrific post. And it's something I can start to strive for!!!

Have a great day everyone!!
Jude

 

[heatherlynn444]

QOTD: what is your favorite disney resort?

The Grand Floridian. We honeymooned there in a beautiful turret MK view room. I have since had the priveledge to go back 3 times to the RPC, and also once before we were married in a 2 bedroom suite. I love the CM's, the bright cheerful rooms, the proximity to things, MK, EPCOT on monorail. Love the pools, my favorite restaurants are there, etc. I am missing it now!

 

[PeterPan09]

QOTD: what is your favorite disney resort?

I will always have a soft spot in my heart for Boardwalk, but when I chose to purchase DVC I went with Saratoga Springs. I wanted a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the parks where I could really relax and unwind and SSR is the perfect place for me. Hanging out by the pool there on a sunny afternoon is BLISS.

 

[beansf]

QOTD: what is your favorite disney resort?

I wish I could answer this. It would mean I had been to WDW at least once! I am going in October though, and we are staying at POFQ. I will probably upgrade to a Deluxe on my next trip, but I think a Moderate will be just fine for now. I can't wait to go!

 

[ladytink75]

Tuesday QOTD:
What is your favorite Disney Resort?

Even though I have not stayed at this resort yet I would have to say my favorite one is GF.