DISappearing Peeps...A fastpass to THIN! Part 2

[SwansLoveDisney]

Hi everyone!

I tried to start a diet/lifestyle change a few months ago, and I only lasted 2 weeks!

Today, I joined weight watchers and I am determined to stick to it.

For any of you that are doing weight watchers, do you have any tips/suggestions that help you with the plan?

Thanks so much!

 

[pamrob]

Happy? Friday!

Arrived home late last night from my trip with DD. Wow am I tired!! I didn't sleep well while we were there but had a great time.

I'm avoiding the scale for a day or two (just in case).

Congrats to all the losers this week!

Hugs to everyone who is struggling.

I've skimmed through all the posts while we were gone. Busy group! The costumes are amazing. I'm getting more and more inspired to dust off the old sewing machine which may be a good thing considering the ideas my daughters have for Halloween. I guess I'd better get started considering it's almost October! Yikes!

I'm hoping to read everyone's trip reports - please post your links. I'll start on one when my four neglected daughters decide they have had sufficient attention to make up for the days I was gone. And then there's the pile of laundry - my DH swears I said don't worry about laundry while I was gone. I don't remember saying that . . . hmm . . .

 

[Pakey]

I'm down one more pound!!!!!

 

[abish19]

I am down .6 of a pound this week. Big woo! But isn't that better than if I'd gained? My goal at this point is just to stay the same or get lower, every single Friday. We'll see how that works out!

Glad to hear Ryan's doing better - we'll keep the prayers going!

Sponge - Beautiful outfits! I think sewing is a gift I haven't been given, but at least I can appreciate good work when I see it!

I don't know about you, but the weather is PERFECT here in West Michigan! Sunny, warm but with that slight crispiness that comes with fall. It's been late in coming this year.

Enjoy the weekend!

 

[pigget74]

I just scanned the last page......

I do need some prayers and positive thoughts if anyone can spare them. I have applied for my pharmacy license so I can continue to work in my new profession. I have hit a snag and I am very nervous about it. My application has to be reviewed by the board before they can give me my license because of some issues I had over a decade ago. It was a very bad time in my life and it brings up a lot of bad memories and I've been trying to prepare myself for this meeting and it's starting to upset me and I hate having to dredge up all this stuff. My meeting is on Mon and I hope everything will go well, I'm just nervous.

Saying a prayer for you.

 

[monymony3471]

I am down .6 of a pound this week. Big woo! But isn't that better than if I'd gained? My goal at this point is just to stay the same or get lower, every single Friday. We'll see how that works out!

Glad to hear Ryan's doing better - we'll keep the prayers going!

Sponge - Beautiful outfits! I think sewing is a gift I haven't been given, but at least I can appreciate good work when I see it!

I don't know about you, but the weather is PERFECT here in West Michigan! Sunny, warm but with that slight crispiness that comes with fall. It's been late in coming this year.

Enjoy the weekend!

To me the weather felt refreshing.




I went to Dr. on monday got weighed, and then back today and was down 2 pounds. Too funny cause when I really start this thing it won't be that easy for me.

Dr. visit went well and I'm almost recovered.

I have my post partum visit next week. Then I think I'm gonna wean the baby. I never want to feel that sick again. And I know if I keep nursing I'll get more of these infections. As much as I want to nurse, I have to think of me staying healthy. It's very unnatural for me to be in bed all week long, not able to do much of anything for my kids. I don't like that at all.

Welcome back PEEPS!

 

[dwheatl]

I do need some prayers and positive thoughts if anyone can spare them. I have applied for my pharmacy license so I can continue to work in my new profession. I have hit a snag and I am very nervous about it. My application has to be reviewed by the board before they can give me my license because of some issues I had over a decade ago. It was a very bad time in my life and it brings up a lot of bad memories and I've been trying to prepare myself for this meeting and it's starting to upset me and I hate having to dredge up all this stuff. My meeting is on Mon and I hope everything will go well, I'm just nervous.

I'm praying for you. I'm sure many of us have things in the past we'd rather forget (I know I do), but even those things shaped us into the stronger, wiser, more compassionate and less judgmental women (and men; I saw you out there, WI) we are today. Stay fabulous and focused on your dream.

I am feeling lousy today. I have a full blown head cold and am just miserable. I am suppose to be at church tonight & tomorrow for a program called "Chocolate Boutique", but now am not sure I'll make it. I'll probably not go tonight, but am hoping to go tomorrow. I hate being sick!

I am down 1 LB.! I got a shiny new ribbon. I have lost 10.4 lbs. since the beginning of August. I should be a skinny minnie by marathon weekend!

Hey peeps, I am walking/jogging my first 5k tomorrow. I'll report back and tell you how I did. Have a great Friday!

I went to Dr. on monday got weighed, and then back today and was down 2 pounds. Too funny cause when I really start this thing it won't be that easy for me.

Dr. visit went well and I'm almost recovered.

I have my post partum visit next week. Then I think I'm gonna wean the baby. I never want to feel that sick again. And I know if I keep nursing I'll get more of these infections. As much as I want to nurse, I have to think of me staying healthy. It's very unnatural for me to be in bed all week long, not able to do much of anything for my kids. I don't like that at all.

Welcome back PEEPS!

Glad to hear you are on the mend. Hang in there!

I'm a samer. I did some emotional eating tonight. Fatigue + frustration + AF = 3 slices of pizza and some tasteless teddy bear cookies (for the same calories I could have had something yummy). I'm hoping a good night's sleep and a trip to the gym will help me get back in control.

Have a great weekend, everyone.

 

[the Fidge]

Happy Saturday all ! IF I have this right heres what I have for weigh in day: OUR BIG WINNER SPONGEMOMMIE - 3LBS WAY COOL!

WONDERS -1LB MAPIGLET - 1LB ALDISNEY -1 LB PAKEY - 1 LB

MOPNY MONY - IS THAT 2 LBS FOR THIS WEEK?? WILL INCLUDE IT IN TOTAL

ABISH - .6 LB


DRUM ROLL PLEASE .............9.6 LBS WOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOO GRAND TOTAL!!!!

coNGRATS TO SAMERS GAINERS NOW BACK TO YOU SCHEDULED PROGRAM..............................

 

[DisneyObsession]

Good Morning All!

I am still sick, but heading to church this morning. The "Chocolate Boutique" is a mini-retreat being held at church for the women. I really want to go, so am bringing lots of tissues, cough drops and a bottle of water. I really think I spiritually need to be there today.

Congrats to all the losers. I didn't WI yesterday since I'm sick, so I'll have to start again next week.

 

[monymony3471]

Morning. It's a girls day today. DH took boys to a Cub Scout outing and we have dance class today.

I got a very special phone call last night.

Lexy called me and passed the phone around at the Kona dinner. I talked to Sandy, Lynda, Wendy, and Aries! What a treat. They were all "being good" during dessert they told me.

Have a great day!

 

[Disneyfreak92]

Hi Peeps! Just a quick hi from POFQ. Miss you all! Loving meeting everyone! What a great group of Peeps we have here! I wish everyone could be here.

Morning. It's a girls day today. DH took boys to a Cub Scout outing and we have dance class today.

I got a very special phone call last night.

Lexy called me and passed the phone around at the Kona dinner. I talked to Sandy, Lynda, Wendy, and Aries! What a treat. They were all "being good" during dessert they told me.

Have a great day!

Yeah, I was "being good"! I did have fish for dinner if that counts, and right now I am eating an apple and drinking a Fuze Slenderize, but when I was on the phone with Monica, I believe I told her what I was eating, and it WAS good, but not good for me. There'll be a pic in the trippie. Yes, I even photographed my food at the Peep meet.

Well, I have to get ready for MGM today. Keep on Peepin' on everyone!

 

[pigget74]

Good morning all!! About to get ready for the day. The oolder 2 kiddos have to get haircuts in about an hour. THen we are headed to breakfast/brunch with my mom. After that I have to finish getting some tests made for my kids at school and take that by the school. Then go grocery shopping and finish cleaning the house. So it will be a busy, busy day around here. My massage got moved again until much later today, but that is ok--I would rather go after I know I am done for the day.

Andrew's first Middle School dance is tonight and we are still trying to decide if he gets to go. It would not even be an issue if i was a chaperone (am I the only one who is this protective?) I just knoe what goes on at these dances for 7th and 8th graders and you would be amazed--maybe not. Well the shower is calling my name so I better go. I will check back in later and in the morning before we head to the hospital.

Have a good one

 

[punkin413]

hi, peeps! i'm not going to even attempt to get caught up! i think i'll just start with today and go from there!

Happy Saturday all !

hi, fidge! long time, no see! glad you're back. and thanks for keeping up with the totals!

Good Morning All!

hope you feel better soon. by the way, i love the new signature pic you have!!!

I got a very special phone call last night.

Lexy called me and passed the phone around at the Kona dinner. I talked to Sandy, Lynda, Wendy, and Aries! What a treat. They were all "being good" during dessert they told me.

Have a great day!

that's so cool! there is NO WAY we could've called anyone at ohana's. it was so loud in there! i couldn't hear myself think. i hate to say this and i know i'm in the minority, but i was not impressed by it. it was loud, chaotic and the meat was dry. i do have to say the salad was really good and the chips and dip they give you was yummy too. and the company was excellent!

Hi Peeps! Just a quick hi from POFQ. Miss you all! Loving meeting everyone! What a great group of Peeps we have here! I wish everyone could be here.

hi, lynda! hope you've having a blast! i wish we could've gone this weekend instead of last so i could've met you guys!

well, i'm off to do some typing and then i'm leaving around 2:00 to head down to atlanta to get the hotel room ready for anna/wonderwoman/fitness trainer best friend's bachelorette party tonight. we're going to dinner at 5:30 and then back to the hotel for a lingerie shower and then out dancing afterwards. then her bridal luncheon is tomorrow at 11:30. gotta get some work done before all the festivities! hope everyone has a great saturday!!!

 

[dance2874]

Originally Posted by mousehouselover

I do need some prayers and positive thoughts if anyone can spare them. I have applied for my pharmacy license so I can continue to work in my new profession. I have hit a snag and I am very nervous about it. My application has to be reviewed by the board before they can give me my license because of some issues I had over a decade ago. It was a very bad time in my life and it brings up a lot of bad memories and I've been trying to prepare myself for this meeting and it's starting to upset me and I hate having to dredge up all this stuff. My meeting is on Mon and I hope everything will go well, I'm just nervous.

I will be thinking of you too....I am sure we all ahve some things in our past we would rather not have to live through again or try to explain now. What matters is how you have changed your life to be what it is now, the past is just PART of what got you here...you know?

Dr. visit went well and I'm almost recovered.

I have my post partum visit next week. Then I think I'm gonna wean the baby. I never want to feel that sick again. And I know if I keep nursing I'll get more of these infections. As much as I want to nurse, I have to think of me staying healthy. It's very unnatural for me to be in bed all week long, not able to do much of anything for my kids. I don't like that at all.

Welcome back PEEPS!

Glad you are doing better! I was never able to nurse Amanda at all...and we tried everything under the sun. So I know how hard it can be to decide to stop when you relaly want to do it. But, as sick as you were, I think it is probably the best thing for you.

I got a very special phone call last night.

Lexy called me and passed the phone around at the Kona dinner. I talked to Sandy, Lynda, Wendy, and Aries! What a treat. They were all "being good" during dessert they told me.

Have a great day!

Awww...that sounds so neat! Cant wait to see a pic!!

Andrew's first Middle School dance is tonight and we are still trying to decide if he gets to go. It would not even be an issue if i was a chaperone (am I the only one who is this protective?) I just knoe what goes on at these dances for 7th and 8th graders and you would be amazed--maybe not. Well the shower is calling my name so I better go. I will check back in later and in the morning before we head to the hospital.

I am shocked about some of the things that go on at that age these days! Gosh I sound so old saying that, but it really amazes me! I NEVER would have thought to do some of the stuff these kids are doing in 7th grade when I was a kid.

And I am so excited for you- you get to meet your baby tomorrow

 

[abish19]

Mony - So sorry to hear about all of the nursing problems you've had! My sister had mastitis twice and it was agonizing, both times. I think it's a smart move to go to formula instead, as you have other kids and other responsibilities on your plate...our Sweet Little Peep will be healthy as a horse! I hope you're up and around and feeling better soon.

I went to a bridal shower today and they served totally delicious chicken salad...I could have eaten much, much, more, but I knew I'd have to tell the Peeps if I went overboard! I still feel a little hungry but I'll wait until my next scheduled "snack" time.

And NOW I have a big, nasty problem with my foot. I've always had trouble but last night I could hardly walk. I definitely can't ACTUALLY walk, as in exercise. Monday I'll be at the dr.'s office begging for relief.

Have a Magical weekend! (Just think of our friends at WDW...)

 

[monymony3471]

Mony - So sorry to hear about all of the nursing problems you've had! My sister had mastitis twice and it was agonizing, both times. I think it's a smart move to go to formula instead, as you have other kids and other responsibilities on your plate...our Sweet Little Peep will be healthy as a horse! I hope you're up and around and feeling better soon.

I went to a bridal shower today and they served totally delicious chicken salad...I could have eaten much, much, more, but I knew I'd have to tell the Peeps if I went overboard! I still feel a little hungry but I'll wait until my next scheduled "snack" time.

And NOW I have a big, nasty problem with my foot. I've always had trouble but last night I could hardly walk. I definitely can't ACTUALLY walk, as in exercise. Monday I'll be at the dr.'s office begging for relief.

Have a Magical weekend! (Just think of our friends at WDW...)

Thanks to you and the others who have given me support with this decision. Let me tell you, it's not easy and I am beating myself up over here. I know how good it is for her to breast feed. I look at my other children and am so greatful for them being so healthy and I wonder if she will be too in the future.

I didn't like the Dr.'s reaction when I said I wanted to wean although he said it was ultimately my decision, but I can read face. Know what I mean.

AM I thinking of me? Am I thinking of the baby's needs? It's just making me crazy.

I'm not used to being forced to do things I don't want to. I'm so used to being in control. This is a little bigger.

I think I'm trying to convince myself that I'm making the right decision.

Okay. I'm done with that.

Took the girls to see my mom and treat her to lunch. We talked about going to the cider mill tomorrow. She wants apples to make applesauce. Hers is thee best!

Boys are still at the cub scout thingy and I love the house being so quiet. Us girls are just chillin'.

 

[aldisneygrl]

Thanks to you and the others who have given me support with this decision. Let me tell you, it's not easy and I am beating myself up over here. I know how good it is for her to breast feed. I look at my other children and am so greatful for them being so healthy and I wonder if she will be too in the future.

I didn't like the Dr.'s reaction when I said I wanted to wean although he said it was ultimately my decision, but I can read face. Know what I mean.

AM I thinking of me? Am I thinking of the baby's needs? It's just making me crazy.

I'm not used to being forced to do things I don't want to. I'm so used to being in control. This is a little bigger.

I think I'm trying to convince myself that I'm making the right decision.

Okay. I'm done with that.

Took the girls to see my mom and treat her to lunch. We talked about going to the cider mill tomorrow. She wants apples to make applesauce. Hers is thee best!

Boys are still at the cub scout thingy and I love the house being so quiet. Us girls are just chillin'.

Monica, you have to do what is best for you! YOU are the mama, and your kids can't function if mama isn't well. You have nursed your daughter for six weeks, that is six weeks longer than NOT nursing at all. You have given her many immunity fighting abilities with the small time you have nursed. You need to do what keeps you healthy. Don't let a dr. make you feel bad about your decision.



Got back from my 5K! I FINISHED!!!!!! That has got to be one of the hardest things I have ever done! I did enjoy it though, and my friend was such an encouragement for me. My unofficial time was 36 minutes. It will be listed in the paper tomorrow, so I'll give an OFFICIAL result tomorrow! Took a nap with DH this afternoon. Getting up at 6:00 on a Saturday is just WRONG!!

 

[Wonders10]

Thanks to you and the others who have given me support with this decision. Let me tell you, it's not easy and I am beating myself up over here. I know how good it is for her to breast feed. I look at my other children and am so greatful for them being so healthy and I wonder if she will be too in the future.

I didn't like the Dr.'s reaction when I said I wanted to wean although he said it was ultimately my decision, but I can read face. Know what I mean.

AM I thinking of me? Am I thinking of the baby's needs? It's just making me crazy.

I'm not used to being forced to do things I don't want to. I'm so used to being in control. This is a little bigger.

I think I'm trying to convince myself that I'm making the right decision.

Okay. I'm done with that.

Took the girls to see my mom and treat her to lunch. We talked about going to the cider mill tomorrow. She wants apples to make applesauce. Hers is thee best!

Boys are still at the cub scout thingy and I love the house being so quiet. Us girls are just chillin'.

ok I am not a mom, but I remember vividly what my DSIL went through with both my niece and nephew. She was desperate to nurse, tried everything but the pain was unbearable and the kiddos were just not having any of it. After about 3 weeks of trying she decided to just switch to formula. And (knock on wood), they are doing just dandy now a the ages of 6 and 4. Remember, you will be no good to any of your kids if you are feeling like crap and sick as a dog on and off from now until you ideally would stop nursing. Right? Our little peeplet will be just fine!

 

[dance2874]

I didn't like the Dr.'s reaction when I said I wanted to wean although he said it was ultimately my decision, but I can read face. Know what I mean.

AM I thinking of me? Am I thinking of the baby's needs? It's just making me crazy.

It is so hard to know what to do, but ultimately no Dr can make the choice for you. It is very easy for them to tell you what to do, they dont have to do it! And you getting so sick and beng rendered pretty much helpless is no way for you to be. You will be no good to any of your kids that way! I still have pangs of guilt over not being able to BF, almost 5 yrs later, but I know I tried my best and did all I could. You have to know the same is true in your case. And what you HAVE been able to do is so good. The first few weeks are the most important as far as immune boosting.

I am still on the fence as to what to do this time around. The whole process was so stressful and emotional for me. I just dont know if I can go through that again, only to end up failing again. (I was basically chained to a hospital grade breast pump, trying to feed her all the time, taking supplements and working with lactation consultants....and never got more than an ounce TOTAL in a day, baby was HUNGRY. Not good.) I have never gotten a reasona s to why I was not producing either. Just a medical mystery I guess!

 

[Wonders10]

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share that I have just joined Eharmony. I need to start dating more and the boy has once again ticked me off so I'm doing something for me. I am a member of match.com, but I have gotten nothing but weirdos (for the most part). Oh...I did get a wink from a really cute guy last week, so I winked back. And then I heard nothing How did I get rejected by a guy who sought me out first? Anyway, one of my magazines said that Eharmony is the dating site for those of us who "want a ring". That matched me more than the other options/dating sites, like "looking for a one night stand"

Wish me luck!