Cranberry or Pineapple??

[Jsme]

I'm sure 60 degrees on the beach would have seemed cold to you, but the photos would have been HOT!


If it helps any, both times I've left jobs not by my own choice it has turned out better than if I had been able to stay. There must be a better job out there for Chris, but he had to leave that other one first. It just comes as a shock when someone else tells you it is time to leave rather than you deciding yourself.

You are so right Jrsy. Jeff actually wanted to quit before he was given the choice but at the time he made such good money that I did not ever have to work, so I did not want him to quit. He was miserable and I have honestly felt this was God's way of getting my attention. Yes, it did make me have to go back to work but over all we as a family are much happier. Over all Jeff enjoys his job now. What I underlined of your comment above is very true.

Heidi, I know none of this helps but one day I am sure you will see it better.

 

[ImMarcik]

You are so right Jrsy. Jeff actually wanted to quit before he was given the choice but at the time he made such good money that I did not ever have to work, so I did not want him to quit. He was miserable and I have honestly felt this was God's way of getting my attention. Yes, it did make me have to go back to work but over all we as a family are much happier. Over all Jeff enjoys his job now. What I underlined of your comment above is very true.

Heidi, I know none of this helps but one day I am sure you will see it better.

This is what I've been hoping too. Maybe Chris will find a much better job.

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

I love you all, it is so nice to come here to vent, cry, scream, laugh etc, knowing I have you all!!!! Thanks for all the words of advice, we really need it!

 

[Jrsy Boy]

I love you all, it is so nice to come here to vent, cry, scream, laugh etc, knowing I have you all!!!! Thanks for all the words of advice, we really need it!

I like it best when you scream. It makes me self-conscious when you laugh. However, as long as you don't snore...

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

I like it best when you scream. It makes me self-conscious when you laugh. However, as long as you don't snore...

Did not expect that, but OMG I am laughing uncontrollable right now. Best laugh I have had in a while!

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Hi guys, thanks for being there for Heidi. I sure wasn't. I went to the zoo with the grandkids. It was soooooooo packed. No parking. What a mess. The kids were perfect and so was the weather.

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Well Chris is a little happier. The Ipod nano he got from work, he went and traded it for an Ipod Touch. That thing is so cool, I cannot believe you can access the internet on an Ipod through WiFi!

 

[ImMarcik]

Ok I just need to vent! I know I'm little and all that, but I haven't weighed this much in over a year. When I mention to anyone that I'm not happy about it of course I hear things like oh i wish i was as small as you. It's hard to get support from people that will say oh you can do it. My clothes are getting way too tight, I'm still running, but I've stopped going to the gym a few weeks ago, I just can't do it all. Work is getting to me, I'm exhausted. I think maybe I gained the weight from not going to the gym? I don't know, but I want it off and I am too tired to do anything about it. 3 more weekends. I can do this right? I do it every year.

On top of that Aerial is sick, sounds like she is getting bronchitis. I'm going to call her doctor to see if I can get her in today.

 

[Jsme]

Well Chris is a little happier. The Ipod nano he got from work, he went and traded it for an Ipod Touch. That thing is so cool, I cannot believe you can access the internet on an Ipod through WiFi!

Heidi, my kids got the Ipod touch for Christmas. They love it!

 

[Jsme]

Ok I just need to vent! I know I'm little and all that, but I haven't weighed this much in over a year. When I mention to anyone that I'm not happy about it of course I hear things like oh i wish i was as small as you. It's hard to get support from people that will say oh you can do it. My clothes are getting way too tight, I'm still running, but I've stopped going to the gym a few weeks ago, I just can't do it all. Work is getting to me, I'm exhausted. I think maybe I gained the weight from not going to the gym? I don't know, but I want it off and I am too tired to do anything about it. 3 more weekends. I can do this right? I do it every year.

On top of that Aerial is sick, sounds like she is getting bronchitis. I'm going to call her doctor to see if I can get her in today.

I know exactly where you are coming from. Amen and you are preaching right to me Sista. lol

Seriously it is a pain. I normally start off saying I know you do not get it but.....I feel fat, I am out of shape and I currently hate myself. Of couse a lot of my freinds roll their eyes at me. I explain I have never been this fat before, that my stomach use to go in verse out. Nothing fits me. But I am the smallest I have been since last summer. I am trying but have not been good in 5 days. OH well at least I have not gained.

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Ok I just need to vent! I know I'm little and all that, but I haven't weighed this much in over a year. When I mention to anyone that I'm not happy about it of course I hear things like oh i wish i was as small as you. It's hard to get support from people that will say oh you can do it. My clothes are getting way too tight, I'm still running, but I've stopped going to the gym a few weeks ago, I just can't do it all. Work is getting to me, I'm exhausted. I think maybe I gained the weight from not going to the gym? I don't know, but I want it off and I am too tired to do anything about it. 3 more weekends. I can do this right? I do it every year.

On top of that Aerial is sick, sounds like she is getting bronchitis. I'm going to call her doctor to see if I can get her in today.

Take deep breaths. You can make it, only 3 more weekends, you can get through it.

I get the same response when I tell people how much weight I want to lose. Their response is always..."from where?" Okay, ya they don't see me naked.

Stay motivated and strong. Have you tried http://www.sparkpeople.com/ this website is very helpful and may give you the extra boost you need.

Remember drink A LOT of WATER

 

[Jrsy Boy]

Hey Marcie, it sounds like you're hitting a plateau and it happens to everyone. You just have to keep your chin up and don't think that you won't be able to make any more progress. Remember that a positive attitude can accomplish a lot!

Heidi...quit teasing me by using the word "naked."

I am at home today to enjoy Alex's last two days of spring break with him...and he has a cold...and it is very overcast. On the plus side, I slept in until almost 9 and don't feel the least bit guilty. Of course I was out at happy hour last night until almost 8...

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Heidi is right. Drink lots of water. And don't forget the hot lemon water trick to help "flush".

I hear the same things about my weight as Heidi does. I know what I weigh and what size clothes I wear. I know I have to lose weight!! I think people are just kind and rather than say, yep, you are a fatty, they say you are perfect the way you are. BUT on the other hand, I know that we are harder on ourselves than what we should be.

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Jrsy, we just cross posted. Gread advice about the plateau!! I hate hearing that any kids is sick on spring break. Bless his heart!

 

[cristit14]

Heidi, I knew as soon as I saw the word "naked" Jrsy would come running.
Jrsy, I hope Alex feels better soon. Today is icky outside. The kids and I are going to to to a movie this afternoon. I think they decided they want to see College Road Trip.

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Jrsy - I hope that Alex feels better. How has Tammy been doing? 9:00, I can't even remember when I slept in that late!

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Heidi, I knew as soon as I saw the word "naked" Jrsy would come running.

I figured that too!!! We know we can always count on Jrsy!

 

[ImMarcik]

Heidi is right. Drink lots of water. And don't forget the hot lemon water trick to help "flush".

I hear the same things about my weight as Heidi does. I know what I weigh and what size clothes I wear. I know I have to lose weight!! I think people are just kind and rather than say, yep, you are a fatty, they say you are perfect the way you are. BUT on the other hand, I know that we are harder on ourselves than what we should be.

What is the lemon flush? Something I should do?

Thank you everyone! I knew you would all understand, I think I am just having one of those exhaustion stress days. I'm actually feeling a little better because I got out of the office a while and took Aerial to the doc. They tested her for the flu but she didn't have it, she just has a respitory infection. Okay off to pick up her meds and get my butt back to work.

Jrsy, you could be right, I will figure it out after tax season.

 

[Jsme]

Marcie the only problem I see with the plateau thought is that you actually have changed something (not exercising) and you are gaining weight. A plateau means you have just stopped at your weight and can not break thru to start losing again. Normally you have to switch up a few things to break thru the plateau to start losing weight again. However, you are gaining not standing still, plus you have been to busy to work out. I do not think that is the problem. I think your body has gotten use to the workouts and you are going to gain if you continue to eat what you are and not exercise. Since your body is use to burning fat thru exercise you are not going to lose by having the same lifestyle as you did when exercising.

Since you are trying to do WW this should help you lose what you have been gaining. It will not tone you since you are not exercising. Once tax season is over and you begin to work out again you will be able to see yourself lose and tone. Imgaine the progress you will make while being on WW and exercising. Remember exercise does allow the extra points. Once you are exercising and going to the gym again do not allow yourself to become weak from the WW diet and exercise. If you are working out a lot you will need to use those points. When you do weight lifting style exercises your body needs more carbs for the fast energy.

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Marcie, whenever you have salty foods or go out to eat, drink the lemon water to help flush. It honestly works. All you have to do is put a real lemon in hot water and drink. I put a whole lemon that is cut up and juiced in my big 32oz water bottle and fill with hot tap water. I think you only need to drink a cup. I am one to over do things.