BL 3 -- Blue team week 1

[ohMom]

becka! that is FANTASTIC!!

i just got home from work and turned on discovery health to eat by and Honey we're killing our kids! is on how funny. i have seen it before, it's amazing to watch the changes diet can make in such a short time. why don't i do this more? i really like that i have friends here who are trying to eat more natural, this is a habit i have wanted to make for some time. my family too likes their 'treats' and my girls are at an age where they want the junk. i know i can't totally get it out of the life, but i can control dinner and having healthier meals and snacks. i had been shopping at Whole Foods Market, i need to make that a monthly trip and just go

vija -- how are you feeling today. i'm so proud of you for coming to us and sharing and the outpouring of understanding, you are not alone!

you know i hope i never have or never will say anything to offend anyone who has, how do i say it...significant weight to lose. hope that wasn't offensive. i just want to say to all though that i'm not judging anyone here. my heart goes out to each of you and the pain you have endured, but i give KUDOS for your decisions to do something about it. to make it better and to make your life healthier. i know how i feel when the size 6 gal i work with tells me shen needs to lose some poundage...i want to puke. i just don't ever want to be that gal to any WISHer. to me it's just way cool that we can all unite whether we have 15 or 115 or 215 lbs to lose b/c we all have the same emotions, frustrations, guilt, depression that comes from our baggage.

ok -- i'm a bit BLUE today too b/c i stepped on the scale this morning feeling pretty good about my past week and i'm UP 1.4 lbs. I WILL NOT PLAY THE NUMBERS GAME I WILL NOT PLAY THE NUMBERS GAME I WILL NOT PLAY THE NUMBERS GAME.

i will stay the course, I will work my plan, the plan works

i did stay after work and did 10 mins on the exercise bike and 30 mins of strength training. tomorrow is a walking day for me

PD for all for a GREAT WI tomorrow!!

 

[jennz]

I just had to share this with someone....

I have a wedding to go to this weekend and since all of my clothes are really baggy I figured I should probably go shopping for a new outfit. I went to JCPenny's and I have to say that it was not the dreaded experience it normally is. I actually bought two outfits (couldn't decide which one I liked best) and they FIT! I forgot how clothes that fit feel since I have been wearing baggy clothes for the last few months. I am actually down 3 sizes!!! It is amazing the difference it makes. I left the store actually feeling good about myself instead of feeling like I was going to cry. I am just so thrilled that all my hard work is really starting to pay off. It actually makes me want to go back and buy more clothes that fit that I can wear to work and around town. My poor wallet is screaming....

WOO HOO!!

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

man - you guys - BL BLUE TEAM are just AWESOME !!!!

I walked through the door from work and my "mantra" was I will not eat before dinner - I will have a cup of coffee and stick with the plan....... like ohMom says - if I stick with the plan ....it does work - so what better company to enjoy my coffee with than my TEAMMIES

oh shoot - DH is mowing - is he done already - durn - I thought I had time to "chat" a few - wait - I hear it starting back up............ good - I wasn't done

I won't have time to address each person - BUT - trust me I have been really really really trying to learn a bit about each of you and your words - yes - well at some point they have been "my words, and thoughts" so - I am with ya sista! We can do this - TOGETHER ........ We can do this - TOGETHER ........

Vija - hope today is a bit better and keep coming back to us - we are here for ya! One day at a time - and lots of chatting with your WISH friends - like others - sending that

Becka - loved your "latest" shopping story - can't wait until I can go to the "other end of my closet" - you know the one that has the "smaller" size that I am not fitting in at the moment ............ but I am determined to get to that side AGAIN

and now I do believe that I have those cravings under control - and certainly enjoyed the company

we're having salmon salad over lettuce, with cukes and fresh tomatoes.

AND - I will not be eating ANYTHING after 7pm - that is my "old" rule that I need to get back into my life

Enjoy your evening and to ALL !!

 

[SeaSpray]

Hi everyone

I just finished dinner; roasted chicken breast (no skin), whole grain brown rice with a sprinkling of seasonings (even my DSs don't miss the butter anymore. lol), and green beans.

When I got home from work at 4pm I was STARVING so I cut up a cucumber and threw some spring greens and grape tomatoes on a plate with them, and poured on some Walden Farms fat-free/calorie-free/sugar-free Balsamic dressing. It was a HUGE plate of salad but it was good, it was filling, AND it was virtually no calories. Oh, and the fiber and vitamins were just a bonus. I love the fact that I love salad. You wouldn't know it to look at us at this point, but my DH and I BOTH love salad. I think this is one of the reasons why South Beach is working out so well for us. We're able to fill up on the good stuff while eliminating the bad stuff. Nothing worse than being hungry while trying to lose weight!

Anyway...

Princess Vija: HUGS HUGS to you!! I feel like smacking those ignorant people right in the face. Please try and not let them bother you to the point where it makes you lose your focus. Stay the course, and to HECK with the idiots of the world. We're all here to encourage and support each other I hope you had a good day today

Becka: Wow congrats on the fun shopping experience!!!

Binny: Welcome to the Blue Team, we're happy to meet you!! From what I understand, fibromyalgia is a lousy thing; YAY for you, for not letting it keep you from doing the things you want to do

Everyone:

I hope you're all having a good day! I'm alone in my department at work this week because the only other person in my department is on vacation. It's nice actually because she's a very high-energy, ADHD type of person (her description of herself) and while I like working with this person (she's a very nice and caring person), I like the break from all of that excess energy floating in the air when she's not there. LOL The only thing that I'm not thrilled about is the fact that I may be given a HUGE project at some point this week and I'll need help with it. Also, that project will involve a lot of literal running around, so my feet hurt just thinking about it! LOL I'm hoping that the project gets delayed and I won't get it until my co-worker is back next week. LOL

Bye for now, I have to do a few things around the house before 9pm when I watch "Fat March". I think it's the show finale' tonight.

 

[jennz]

Oh seaspray - you're right about the finale of Fat March tonight I want to watch that - I'm glad I popped in.

Today I'll call a good day...I did not make my diet coke goal of 2, instead I had 6! BUT I was totally stressed w/sick DD and watching neighbors tired cranky 6 month old so I made a choice to skip the chips and have the dc instead...I'm thinking that's good. If it's not please don't pop my bubble!

I think dd will be home again tomorrow, poor thing I am going to get on the treadmill if she is, or walk outside if she's not.

OT: just checked out the newest American Girl historical doll...Julie, 9 years old in 1974...let's see, so she was born the same year as me... I'm the same age as a historical doll!!

Have a good night everyone! Has anyone seen dopey4disney around?

 

[disneyluv]

Hi Team !!

Hope everyone is doing well

Princess Vija...hope you are having a better day. You can do this

Sorry haven't posted much...

I'm doing ok on the exercise I think....did a 5k race this weekend...walked most of it but at least it is a start. However didn't do very good on no soda, but today is a new day to start over on that goal.
Next step is to work on a better diet.

 

[ohMom]

OT: just checked out the newest American Girl historical doll...Julie, 9 years old in 1974...let's see, so she was born the same year as me... I'm the same age as a historical doll!!

ok that is NOT RIGHT!!

i made a yummy dinner too -- brats on the grill, Turkey brats for me and grilled corn on the cob. it was sooo good!

i did a 2.5 casual dog walk tonight -- i'm beat and ready for bed!

on a funny note, i got an old Survivor set from the library, i think Season 7 in Pearl Islands. anyone remember that one? with Rupert? i so totally cracked up on the first challenge, Osten's boxers were so stretched out they were falling off and slowing him down and so he and 2 other guys (for brotherhood i guess) finished the challenge in the buff. literally, not their survivor buff

 

[SeaSpray]

ok that is NOT RIGHT!!

i made a yummy dinner too -- brats on the grill, Turkey brats for me and grilled corn on the cob. it was sooo good!

i did a 2.5 casual dog walk tonight -- i'm beat and ready for bed!

on a funny note, i got an old Survivor set from the library, i think Season 7 in Pearl Islands. anyone remember that one? with Rupert? i so totally cracked up on the first challenge, Osten's boxers were so stretched out they were falling off and slowing him down and so he and 2 other guys (for brotherhood i guess) finished the challenge in the buff. literally, not their survivor buff

I LOVE Survivor and I own a couple of the seasons on DVD. I loved the Pearl Islands, but the first time I ever saw Rupert was on the All Stars season because I had missed a few of the seasons prior to that. I eventually saw the Pearl Islands on re-runs on a cable channel. Ever since All Stars I've been TIVOing it. I can't wait for the new season to start next week!

 

[disneychrista]

I rewarded myself today for all the overtime (w/o OT pay) that I have been working. I ordered myself 3 new workouts. All Leslie Sansone workouts. I can't wait to get some new workouts.

 

[slk537]

Hi everyone!!!!

Vija - I HATE that the horrible man said that to you! Would he have said anything rude to you if you were different in any other way? I hate that he thought it was okay to be rude to you because of weight or food or whatnot. I remember having my whole morning ruined a year or so ago at WDW. I could swear a little girl in the Poly concierge lounge told my DS "your mom is heavy". I have no idea if she really did say that but I can tell you I didn't finish my breakfast and didn't want to go back to that lounge again on the trip. One little boy in DS's daycare 4 years ago when he was 2 did smile angelically up at me and said in a sweet tone, "you're fat." Sigh. Call me immature, but I have not been able to stand that innocent little child ever since...

The Renaissance Festival was fun - there was a lot to see and do and we didn't end up eating much. DH and DS tried a few fattening items but I filled up on a veggie/hummus/pita chip platter and just sampled theirs. I ended up with 3 activity points on my WW pedometer just from walking around, and I got a photo of DH with a huge elephant's behind so the whole day was worth it.

I am proud of myself today, because I went oj the elliptical for 20 minutes and could have probably done more, but...well...I got bored. I struggled to do 5 minutes just 2-3 weeks ago so I am THRILLED I can do the 20+ now. My shins feel like the beginnings of shin splints so the low impact elliptical is perfect for a workout while I rest the shins from walking so they can heal.

ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(Thank you for allowing me to scream in frustration while I realize I can't do my beloved high intensity walks for at least a week while I let my legs heal up).

Less than 24 hours until Season Four!!!! Go Blue Team!!!!

 

[VernRDH]

Hello Everybody!!!

Just popping in to see whats up and BOY there is a lot going on!!

Becka-YOU GO GIRL!!! I just got my new uni's today for work-size MEDIUM. With an M. No more X (or 2) anything for me (well until I get to XS, but hey). The pants are a little snug in the bum, but this will keep me motivated so that my clothes will fit!!

Vija- I have had that happen to me too. I guess I just have a thick skin, cause I don't let those ignorant idiots get to me. Cause guess what? I can lose weight, but they will still be a loser, thats why. You are smart and beautiful and a good person. Why does the packaging matter so much? Remember, you can gift wrap s**t, its still s**t. INSIDE is what really matters. If you feel good about yourself, no one can take that away from you. Feel proud of what you have accomplished! And what you WILL accomplish.

ohMom- I am in the same boat with you!! My scale has been unkind to me of late, and I am dreading WI tomorrow. I am stuck or up for the last 10 days. I even increased my exercise, but it isn't helping. I am trying to drink more water, in hopes that that helps, but no such luck. I hate to let my team down, but I am staying the course, sticking to plan (well I might go off starting on Thurs for a few days whilst I am visiting a certain Mouse! and his free food) Hoping that the heat and all the walking will just melt me away!!! Probably not, but a girl can dream, right?

Wishing everyone loses tomorrow at WI. I probably won't, but that will not deter me.

 

[PRINCESS VIJA]

Thank you so much to all of my friends! You have helped me feel so much better!!!! So many of you offered wonderful suggestions, and I am going to start some of those! I am worthy, I am a good person, and I am a gift from God, and I WILL make my life better, not just for me, but my family as well. I love you guys. Thanks for being my cheerleaders and sending me some hugs to comfort me!

Vija - First of all STOP right now - make a list of everything that's great about you...I'll help...you're a leader, you're positive, you're a motivator, you're a nurturer, you have a kind and loving soul...and focus on that.

Okay - different subject...."Honey we're killing the kids" is on TLC and I think it's Saturday but I'll check. I've only seen it twice but they take a family and they had 2 kids and based on what they eat now and the exercise the kids get they age them to 40 and show their parents. It's shocking! Then they completely change their menus, exercise and family time for 3 weeks. The kids griped the first week or two a LOT but by the end they were loving the family time and eating the food, and they had more energy.

Make it a great day!

I love the idea of making a list, and you have inspired me to have that as our question for the next week! Thanks for the info on the show, I will have to do a search for it, I see below that OhMom saw it today, darn, I'll need to check the tvguide!

as for me, I havent introduced myself. I'm Binny, or Robin but I answer to both lol. I am 36, married to James for 14 years, and we have 3 great kids. I have fibromyalgia and I have used that as an excuse to not get out and exercise for awhile. The truth is, if I do it right, it helps not hurts. I just have to find that balance.
I am doing Sparkpeople and so far have lost 32 pounds since April 15th. My goal date is Jan 15th. So far I am on track to make that.

That stinks about the Fibromyalgia, Balance is truly what it is all about. So many people have mentioned Sparkpeople that I think I might want to go check it out.

Vija...I hope today is a better day for you I never officially thanked you for stepping up to be our captain, so THANK YOU! You are taking big steps to leading a healthier life and that takes so much courage. I know I speak for everyone here, we're proud of you. You can do this!!!

Yesterday wasn't such a great day for me. I don't know why Sundays are so hard for me. It really had me feeling down in the dumps last night. DH bought me a new exercise bike so I used it this morning. I didn't realize how much I would enjoy it but I was on it for 65 minutes and according to the monitor on it, I burned a little over 900 calories. Does that sound right? It seemed like too much, too good to be true sort of thing, but I know I burned SOME and that's what counts. I have a really bad case of "bicycle butt" and hope it's not hurting too bad when I want to get on it again tomorrow morning

I hope everyone is having a good day. I was looking forward to my weigh in tomorrow but after the eating fiasco yesterday, I'll be lucky if I even lost anything. This is a brand new week though and always time to make things better.

Thanks for your kind words! Sounds like we both had yucky Sundays. OUch that cycle but hurts! Hope it gets better for you, but wow, 65 minutes on it, that is awesome! Way to go!!!!

Oh Princess Vija ...people don't realize how cruel they are with their words. You are not alone here - I had to honk at someone last week as they came to a complete stop and started to park - ignorant that they were blocking me in. And the minute he took a look at me - he had his angle. He started calling me fat, asked me if I was in a hurry to get donuts, and why am I so fat. He was obviously a ridiculous man since I just tapped my horn to move forward. BUT - Most people don't have that type of target on them that we overweight people do. It is a huge gapping hole in our self protection. People know my greatest weakness, fear and self confidence issue - the minute they look at me. And I was just soooo frustrated.

Almost on a weekly basis I hear the "wow she would be so pretty if she could lose some weight" Do people actually think this is a compliment? or "that is just a huge girl." I am 6'0". And it hurts every single time.

I believe that over the years I have become completely obsessed and paranoid for these comments instead of getting used to them. I found that over time I was constantly comparing myself to other overweight people thinking " am I bigger than them?" I TOTALLY AGREE with the mantra - I have just purchased an Overeaters Anonymous Book in the hopes that I can work on my negative and obsessed thoughts.

You are so great - your posts are motivating and HEY YOU GOT ME ON THIS TEAM!! I have lost 4 pounds this week. I can guarantee that it would have been 0 and big ZERO - if I didn't have this motivation. You are with people that understand and please post when you feel this way and hopefully we can all become healthier and HAPPIER!!

wow, just reading what that mean man said made me very angry! that completely stinks, and I don't understand why people are so darn mean. Your words echo my thoughts. I do the comparing, and the paranoia too. Where did you get the overeaters anonymous book? let me know how you like it. AND WAY TO GO GIRL! 4# loss is awesome!!!! I am really proud of you!!!

I made it to the gym yesterday and did 30 minutes on the eliptical/ 30 on the treadmill.

Yay! for the exercise! and I am glad that you said you like the comments to everyone, I wasn't sure if people like that, but I am getting to know people so well, and I love the extra comments!

I just had to share this with someone....

I am actually down 3 sizes!!! It is amazing the difference it makes. I left the store actually feeling good about myself instead of feeling like I was going to cry. I am just so thrilled that all my hard work is really starting to pay off. It actually makes me want to go back and buy more clothes that fit that I can wear to work and around town. My poor wallet is screaming....

We know who is going to be dancing up a storm at this wedding! You are totally inspiring! 3 sizes is awesome!!! And just think about all those calories burned as I see you doing the Macarena, Tequila (the dance not the drink! ), the chicken Dance, YMCA... and all those other wonderful wedding dances! ANd no, I am not kidding, I LOVE doing all of those dances!!!! Have fun and enjoy yourself. You deserve to enjoy your hardwon success! Congrats on the job well done, and enjoy the victory!

vija -- how are you feeling today. i'm so proud of you for coming to us and sharing and the outpouring of understanding, you are not alone!

to me it's just way cool that we can all unite whether we have 15 or 115 or 215 lbs to lose b/c we all have the same emotions, frustrations, guilt, depression that comes from our baggage.

ok -- i'm a bit BLUE today too b/c i stepped on the scale this morning feeling pretty good about my past week and i'm UP 1.4 lbs. I WILL NOT PLAY THE NUMBERS GAME I WILL NOT PLAY THE NUMBERS GAME I WILL NOT PLAY THE NUMBERS GAME.

i will stay the course, I will work my plan, the plan works

i did stay after work and did 10 mins on the exercise bike and 30 mins of strength training. tomorrow is a walking day for me

I feel the same way about how we can help each other and unite as one without judging each other, but with an amazing outpouring of support, love and motivation!

I am sorry you are feeling a little blue today, the numbers sometimes can be so frustrating. This is the time to keep going, because your body is just adjusting, before you know it the numbers will keep going down. My WW leader today said that she can count on 1 hand how many people had a steady slope down to goal. Everyone goes up and down just a bit, keep going and push through that wall!

man - you guys - BL BLUE TEAM are just AWESOME !!!!

I walked through the door from work and my "mantra" was I will not eat before dinner - I will have a cup of coffee and stick with the plan....... like ohMom says - if I stick with the plan ....it does work - so what better company to enjoy my coffee with than my TEAMMIES


Vija - hope today is a bit better and keep coming back to us - we are here for ya! One day at a time - and lots of chatting with your WISH friends - like others - sending that

AND - I will not be eating ANYTHING after 7pm - that is my "old" rule that I need to get back into my life

I really like the idea of the Mantra, I think Debbie also mentioned it, if someone else did, I am sorry, it is getting late and I am a bit tired! I will have to try that.

Anyway...

Princess Vija: HUGS HUGS to you!! I feel like smacking those ignorant people right in the face.

Thanks! I may take you up on that offer! I'll just send you their addresses....!

Oh seaspray - you're right about the finale of Fat March tonight I want to watch that - I'm glad I popped in.

OT: just checked out the newest American Girl historical doll...Julie, 9 years old in 1974...let's see, so she was born the same year as me... I'm the same age as a historical doll!!

OK, now what in the world is Fat march? I must be missing some good tv!

and I know what you mean about the American Girl Doll, I just saw that tonight. Just doesn't feel right that we are in the historic doll collection along with dolls from the revolution!

I'm doing ok on the exercise I think....did a 5k race this weekend...walked most of it but at least it is a start.

5K race is outstanding! That is a start and I am very proud of you. You put forth the effort and took the chance! Way to go!

I rewarded myself today for all the overtime (w/o OT pay) that I have been working. I ordered myself 3 new workouts. All Leslie Sansone workouts. I can't wait to get some new workouts.

what a great way to spend your $$$$$ I love Leslie Sansone. She is very calming and encouraging.

Hi everyone!!!!

I am proud of myself today, because I went oj the elliptical for 20 minutes and could have probably done more, but...well...I got bored. I struggled to do 5 minutes just 2-3 weeks ago so I am THRILLED I can do the 20+ now. My shins feel like the beginnings of shin splints so the low impact elliptical is perfect for a workout while I rest the shins from walking so they can heal.

ARGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

(Thank you for allowing me to scream in frustration while I realize I can't do my beloved high intensity walks for at least a week while I let my legs heal up).

Less than 24 hours until Season Four!!!! Go Blue Team!!!!

Wow, look at you go! You can already see the difference the exercise has made for you. Take care of those shin splints. ANd please feel free anytime to scream in frustration, and let the silent expletives fly! (Have to be silent so we don't get in trouble witht he mods! ) sometimes it is good to just get it out!

Hello Everybody!!!

Why does the packaging matter so much? Remember, you can gift wrap s**t, its still s**t. INSIDE is what really matters. If you feel good about yourself, no one can take that away from you. Feel proud of what you have accomplished! And what you WILL accomplish.

Oh that put a smile on my face! the visual had me chuckling, but you are so right, it is so much more than the packaging. And I have good "stuff" inside! Now I will just buff up the outside so I sparkle!

COME JOIN US FOR WEEK 2 HERE!!!