DISappearing Peeps...Vol. 3! All are Welcome!

[Wonders10]

Hey Peeps!

I posted my itinerary on the theme parks boards to get some opinions. Would love if you went and checked it out. Here's the link:

http://http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=25902901#post25902901

 

[DisneyLaura]

Hi Laura. Thank you for the welcome. And I agree, one pound at a time. I was wondering, are you just starting out or have you been here for awhile?
This might be rude to ask and if so, I apologize and you don't have to answer, but since we both have large amounts to lose, I was wondering how you've done so far and if you are following any specific program?

It's not rude at all. I have been a peep for a couple of months, I joined the DIS boards last April so a little time after that I joined this board. Anyway I do Weight Watchers and I have been for a year and I am ashamed to say that I only lost 5 lb. I was up to almost 20 lb last spring but the summer killed me. I would lose 3 and gain 2 back. So I started over this year and I'm down 5 lb. I do have a goal to be at at least 200 lb by next Nov (2009) because that's when we will be in Disney and I want to be able to go on any ride I want to so that's my goal and these guys really help with my emotional eating I will say. I just jump on here instead and someone always will respond to my post (thanks guys ). So that's my story. I just take it one pound at a time and I figure one day I will be at my goal.

 

[mommaU4]

I think summer is finally here! I walked out of work, and it was 84 degrees. Beautiful! As for posting your weight, don't worry about it! I only meant that you don't HAVE to if you don't want to. I personally post my weight every Friday when I record my loss/gain. But there are others who aren't comfortable with that, which I can totally relate to. Whatever works for you!

OK, thanks for clarifying that.
Oh, and I'm glad summer is finally there for you.

It's not rude at all. I have been a peep for a couple of months, I joined the DIS boards last April so a little time after that I joined this board. Anyway I do Weight Watchers and I have been for a year and I am ashamed to say that I only lost 5 lb. I was up to almost 20 lb last spring but the summer killed me. I would lose 3 and gain 2 back. So I started over this year and I'm down 5 lb. I do have a goal to be at at least 200 lb by next Nov (2009) because that's when we will be in Disney and I want to be able to go on any ride I want to so that's my goal and these guys really help with my emotional eating I will say. I just jump on here instead and someone always will respond to my post (thanks guys ). So that's my story. I just take it one pound at a time and I figure one day I will be at my goal.

Thanks for sharing that. I've heard really good things about WW. I should look into it some more. And I totally understand the weight loss roller coaster. I've been on it many times. I'm hoping this time it's finally a one way trip down!
Good luck with your goal! And you are right, one day you will be there.

 

[MA pigletfan]

Welcome Beth!

I just got back a little while ago from the lady doctor. I survived! I did have a complete exam which was nothing like I expected and not bad at all. You guys were right! Anyway, turns out the cause of my pain was a pimple (ewww, gross I know. Sorry if TMI), down there very near to a very sensitive area that I probably can't type out. She did not seem concerned, gave me some cream, and told me to take a warm bath. Phew! So relieved that it is over and nothing serious. And now that I went I am totally not afraid to go again for yearly check ups. I'm so proud of me

Hope everyone is having a great day!

yay shannon!!! i am so proud of you! i have major "lady doctor" fears as well...so i can relate..glad to hear you will be going routinely..and that it was nothing to worry about

So i am panicking about my honeymoon...i actually HATE to fly and we are going to Maui...not smart considering we live in nyc and its a 12 hour flight!!!!

I can deal with flying cross country i have done it before! but i am seriously starting to freak and have cold feet about going to maui..i want to ask my fiance if we can just go somewhere closer..what would u do about this? am i being stupid

you sound JUST like me!...although the furthest i have flown was Colorado..and when we go out to cali ( when you fly to maui) i will be doing the same thing! freaking out..i think going to the doc for some "relaxation pills" might be a good call..i would hate to see you miss your lovely time in Hawaii..and besides 1..i want a full report because that is one place we will be considering for our Honeymoon and 2. i would love to meet you in DL!!

 

[Disneyfreak92]

Has anybody noticed how smart the ads on the bottom of these pages are? Like when we were talking about clowns, the ad had something to do with clowns. And since you were talking gardening without a bra, they apparently disagree because there is an ad for Roaman's half yearly bra sale (sizes 36B - 58J).

i get these all the time because EVERY time i go to any web page that advertises anything it's about disney. go figure!

Yeah, I get that too.

Thank you both for the warm welcome! I appreciate it.

About me? Well, I just started a journal on the WISH board if anyone is really bored and wants to read it: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1868294

But for the quickie version, my name is Beth. I am a 36 year old SAHM with four kids, one boy and 3 girls. Over the years I have just really let myself go and have gained an enormous amount of weight.
Right now I'm at 248 which is down from my usual weight of 263. I started trying to lose weight back in May and am down 15 lbs so far. Just a drop in the bucket I realize, but it's a start.

I'm not doing any program, just trying to move more and eat less basically. My first goal is to be below 200. After that I will decide where I want to go from there. So I've got quite a journey ahead of me.

I live in Vegas where it's hotter then heck (over 100 everyday), so you can't exactly go for an afternoon jog. Not that I was doing many of those anyway. But you know what I mean. It makes it harder to keep the kids entertained too since they can't just head outside to play. (God help me, is summer over yet?!?!)

So I've had to be creative with my exercising and I've bought some workout DVDs and have started walking in the house making circle 8's between the kitchen, living room and family room.
That was interesting the first time the kids saw me doing that. "Um mom, what are you doing??" "Exercising, can't breathe, can't talk, go away." But at least I'm trying. And they've been really supportive.

Okay so that wasn't really the short version, but I hope it gives you some idea of what I'm here for. And again, thanks for the welcome.

Oh, and I absolutely detest having my picture taken, but if anyone's curious there are some of me and my family in my TR (link's in my sig) but warning; there is also some food porn in there so don't view on an empty stomach.

WELCOME!!! I absolutely LOVE this group! And I think you will too. I joined back in November of '06, but I mostly maintained through that holiday season, and I really went after the weight loss in January '07. I have lost about 50 lbs (I started at 250.), and I have about 40 left to go. DH and I live in Central Illinois with our beagle and kitty. I work in HR and do photography on the side, and he is a finance manager at a car dealership.

I just got back a little while ago from the lady doctor. I survived! I did have a complete exam which was nothing like I expected and not bad at all. You guys were right! Anyway, turns out the cause of my pain was a pimple (ewww, gross I know. Sorry if TMI), down there very near to a very sensitive area that I probably can't type out. She did not seem concerned, gave me some cream, and told me to take a warm bath. Phew! So relieved that it is over and nothing serious. And now that I went I am totally not afraid to go again for yearly check ups. I'm so proud of me

Hope everyone is having a great day!

I'm proud of you too!

So i am panicking about my honeymoon...i actually HATE to fly and we are going to Maui...not smart considering we live in nyc and its a 12 hour flight!!!!

I can deal with flying cross country i have done it before! but i am seriously starting to freak and have cold feet about going to maui..i want to ask my fiance if we can just go somewhere closer..what would u do about this? am i being stupid

I'm with Dawn. Definitely go to Maui! I hate flying...avoid it at all costs. I recommend having some cocktails. Or even talk to your dr. They will usually give you one or two pills to calm you down and help you relax. Just don't have the cocktails and the pills

Yeah!!! Go to Maui! My DH is terrified of flying, and we actually missed our DL trip in January because our flight was cancelled due to mechanical failure, which freaked DH out, and he didn't want to take a later flight. We have rescheduled, and he has since gone to the doctor and gotten some pills to help him out. I'm not crazy about flying either, but I'd jump at the chance to go to Maui for sure!

 

[Sparkie]

Wonders: Glad to hear you survived. I actually got to thinking that it could be that problem that you described- I've had personal experience with that particular problem so I can sympathize with your pain.

LMO: I flew for my very first time last year. Disney is only 1.5 hr flight from my house and I cried for 45 min of the flight. But... I liked being in Disney so quickly that I am flying again on Monday. So wish me luck. I think you will be fine. You will have you DH to keep your mind occupied and visions of a beautiful honeymoon dancing in you head.

momma4U: HI! I'm Robin. I am a nurse and work maternity/nursery on the night shift. I have 3 children, DS 19, DD 16, and DD 12. Recently DD 16 dropped a bomb on me and I am now going to be a grandmother. I'm still adjusting. I dont post my weight regularly. But plan to start back when I get back from Disney. I'm gonna give medifast a try. I need a quick jumpstart to help me get motivated and stay motivated. I am thinking medifast for a month see how I do and then kinda a WW plan. I am an emotional eater and I eat out of boredom and sometimes because the clock says its time even though I may not be hungry. Biggest challenge is the over 40 metabolism that I now have even though I didnt ask for it. I have started over more times than I can count. But the Peeps just keep taking me back. All in all - I would like to lose about 40 pounds. I'm 5'even and that would put me in the 130 range.

Punkin: did your sister get the money order?

 

[mommaU4]

WELCOME!!! I absolutely LOVE this group! And I think you will too. I joined back in November of '06, but I mostly maintained through that holiday season, and I really went after the weight loss in January '07. I have lost about 50 lbs (I started at 250.), and I have about 40 left to go. DH and I live in Central Illinois with our beagle and kitty. I work in HR and do photography on the side, and he is a finance manager at a car dealership.

Thank you for the welcome! So far everyone has been so warm and welcoming. I can see why you'd love this group.

Congratulations to you on your 50 lb loss so far. Wow, that is awesome!! It sounds like we might have the same final goal. If you started at 250 and lost 50 so far, and still want to lose 40 more then that would be 160 right? (blech, math!) If so, then that's what I'd eventually like to be. Well, for now I'll be happy when I get below the 200 mark.

Anyway, thanks for introducing yourself and sharing your success so far.

momma4U: HI! I'm Robin. I am a nurse and work maternity/nursery on the night shift. I have 3 children, DS 19, DD 16, and DD 12. Recently DD 16 dropped a bomb on me and I am now going to be a grandmother. I'm still adjusting. I dont post my weight regularly. But plan to start back when I get back from Disney. I'm gonna give medifast a try. I need a quick jumpstart to help me get motivated and stay motivated. I am thinking medifast for a month see how I do and then kinda a WW plan. I am an emotional eater and I eat out of boredom and sometimes because the clock says its time even though I may not be hungry. Biggest challenge is the over 40 metabolism that I now have even though I didnt ask for it. I have started over more times than I can count. But the Peeps just keep taking me back. All in all - I would like to lose about 40 pounds. I'm 5'even and that would put me in the 130 range.

Hi Robin! I am jealous of your job! I just had to say that. I always thought I'd enjoy being a nurse in a maternity ward. Never a dull moment I bet.

I don't blame you for having a hard time adjusting to your DD's news. Sixteen is young. I worry because I have 3 girls and although they are still young now (11, 7 and 7) I know they won't be forever and I'm dreading those teen years. I wish the best of luck to you and your DD in this situation.

As for being an emotional eater, yep, that's me too. Food's been a comfort for me for too long and that's one of the things I'm hoping to change. It will be nice to have support here. And good luck to you on your 40 lbs.! I know we can do this.

 

[mommaU4]

Um, quick question....looking for some advice actually.

Anyone here beaten an addiction to soda? Specifically Diet Pepsi. That stuff is like a drug I swear! It's so bad that one of my first tags ever said "Hopelessly addicted to Diet Pepsi" and truer words were never spoken.

I had a kidney stone over a year ago and after that I did pretty well with the water and cutting out the soda. That was the single most painful experience ever and I didn't want to take any chance of repeating it. But you know how it is, time passes, and here I am back with the soda and not enough water.

I just hate water so much. So what I'm really looking for are tips on how to steer away from the diet soda and stick with water. I've seen those packets you can add to bottled water. Anyone try those and like it? Maybe can recommend a flavor or brand.

Thanks for any help or advice. I appreciate it.

 

[dwheatl]

Wow, you all have been post-happy! Nice to see, but it took me forever to get caught up.

Can I put in a little brag here? My DD just got her SAT scores! She got a 1910 so she should be safe for the schools she's interested in! (I did tell her Yale is out) Such a relief to not have to take them in the fall! If she wants she can also apply for some early admission schools. I'm right about here right now!

Woo hooo!Give her a hug from me.

Thank you both for the warm welcome! I appreciate it.

About me? Well, I just started a journal on the WISH board if anyone is really bored and wants to read it: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1868294

But for the quickie version, my name is Beth. I am a 36 year old SAHM with four kids, one boy and 3 girls. Over the years I have just really let myself go and have gained an enormous amount of weight.
Right now I'm at 248 which is down from my usual weight of 263. I started trying to lose weight back in May and am down 15 lbs so far. Just a drop in the bucket I realize, but it's a start.

I'm not doing any program, just trying to move more and eat less basically. My first goal is to be below 200. After that I will decide where I want to go from there. So I've got quite a journey ahead of me.

I live in Vegas where it's hotter then heck (over 100 everyday), so you can't exactly go for an afternoon jog. Not that I was doing many of those anyway. But you know what I mean. It makes it harder to keep the kids entertained too since they can't just head outside to play. (God help me, is summer over yet?!?!)

So I've had to be creative with my exercising and I've bought some workout DVDs and have started walking in the house making circle 8's between the kitchen, living room and family room.
That was interesting the first time the kids saw me doing that. "Um mom, what are you doing??" "Exercising, can't breathe, can't talk, go away." But at least I'm trying. And they've been really supportive.

Okay so that wasn't really the short version, but I hope it gives you some idea of what I'm here for. And again, thanks for the welcome.

Oh, and I absolutely detest having my picture taken, but if anyone's curious there are some of me and my family in my TR (link's in my sig) but warning; there is also some food porn in there so don't view on an empty stomach.

Hi neighbor. I live in Northern CA, and not too many of the peeps live out this way. I have a DL trip in the works for next month. It's too short for my taste, but both my kids are working now, and they still like to join us (yay) so we're squeezing it in. I used to weigh 220, lost 95 lbs. with WW 17 years ago, gradually gained back 45 lbs, took off 10, then some more with the peeps, gained the peeps weight back. I'm the queen of the yoyo dieters, but at least I'm at a semi-healthy weight right now, much better than if I didn't try. That's what keeps me going.

Welcome Beth!

Pixie - Congrats to you and DD! I'm confused though. When I was in high school, the highest score was 1600....but then I think they added a writing portion. Is that why the score is higher now? What schools is she thinking of applying to?

I just got back a little while ago from the lady doctor. I survived! I did have a complete exam which was nothing like I expected and not bad at all. You guys were right! Anyway, turns out the cause of my pain was a pimple (ewww, gross I know. Sorry if TMI), down there very near to a very sensitive area that I probably can't type out. She did not seem concerned, gave me some cream, and told me to take a warm bath. Phew! So relieved that it is over and nothing serious. And now that I went I am totally not afraid to go again for yearly check ups. I'm so proud of me

Hope everyone is having a great day!

The new SAT goes to 2400. My DD took it in March and got an 1890. PD and I raised some smart chicks (if you'll pardon my saying so)!

Shannon, glad to hear it was nothing too terrible. It's pretty close to what I said, isn't it? My "lady doctor" has funny posters on the ceiling to keep us entertained. He's also the one who commented on my chipped pedicure, and when I told him at least I had shaved my legs, he told me I made the right choice.

So i am panicking about my honeymoon...i actually HATE to fly and we are going to Maui...not smart considering we live in nyc and its a 12 hour flight!!!!

I can deal with flying cross country i have done it before! but i am seriously starting to freak and have cold feet about going to maui..i want to ask my fiance if we can just go somewhere closer..what would u do about this? am i being stupid

You'll have a great time in Maui. Is the flight non-stop? That's something to think about. Also, when I was in counseling, there were several people there for flight phobia. It can be treated if that's something you are interested in.

Good luck to everyone with weigh-in tomorrow. We went to Cheesecake Factory last night, and although I showed restraint (half a salad, 1/3 piece cheesecake) it was still calorie dense. I know for a fact I'm not making the 7/4 challenge.

 

[pixie dust 112]

Hello? (Pops head up cautiously.... [
I hope I'm not intruding here, but I've just made my way over to the WISH board for the first time in a very long time and wasn't even really sure what I was going to do or say, when I saw your thread title and that "All are Welcome!" Yay!

I really hope so, because I have massive amounts of weight to lose and I would love to be able to join up with you all and be on my way on this long journey to reaching my goal.

Sooooo, is it ok if I join in with you guys?

Welcome! YOu've come to the right place.

Oh, and I absolutely detest having my picture taken, but if anyone's curious there are some of me and my family in my TR (link's in my sig) but warning; there is also some food porn in there so don't view on an empty stomach.

I went over and checked out your pictures. How can you detest having your picture taken. You are so gorgeous!

Pixie - Congrats to you and DD! I'm confused though. When I was in high school, the highest score was 1600....but then I think they added a writing portion. Is that why the score is higher now? What schools is she thinking of applying to?
She's just in the beginning of the process and is looking all over the north east. THe list is long right now and includes a few SUNY (Stte University of New YOrk) schools and several small private schools. THe highest score is now 2400.

I just got back a little while ago from the lady doctor. I survived! I did have a complete exam which was nothing like I expected and not bad at all. You guys were right! Anyway, turns out the cause of my pain was a pimple (ewww, gross I know. Sorry if TMI), down there very near to a very sensitive area that I probably can't type out. She did not seem concerned, gave me some cream, and told me to take a warm bath. Phew! So relieved that it is over and nothing serious. And now that I went I am totally not afraid to go again for yearly check ups. I'm so proud of me

Hope everyone is having a great day!

I'm proud of you too and glad to here that all is well....not that it sounds like fun..but I am sure you are relieved. That first visit can be so intimidating, but tur out not to be so bad!

Ive just been in my garden (in the pouring rain!) to try and salvage my garden furniture and look what the rain has fetched me!

Theres about 6 of them!!

They aren't huge frogs, but they seem to be getting scarily close to my back door!

They want to be your pets. I think it's time you started giving them names...If you find one more yo could name them after the seven dwarves!

So i am panicking about my honeymoon...i actually HATE to fly and we are going to Maui...not smart considering we live in nyc and its a 12 hour flight!!!!

I can deal with flying cross country i have done it before! but i am seriously starting to freak and have cold feet about going to maui..i want to ask my fiance if we can just go somewhere closer..what would u do about this? am i being stupid

I'm with Dawn. Definitely go to Maui! I hate flying...avoid it at all costs. I recommend having some cocktails. Or even talk to your dr. They will usually give you one or two pills to calm you down and help you relax. Just don't have the cocktails and the pills

I weigh in and say a few cocktails or a a sleeping pill (maybe Tylenol PM) should do the trick! If you dont go, you're sure to regret it later!

Um, quick question....looking for some advice actually.

Anyone here beaten an addiction to soda? Specifically Diet Pepsi. That stuff is like a drug I swear! It's so bad that one of my first tags ever said "Hopelessly addicted to Diet Pepsi" and truer words were never spoken.

I just hate water so much. So what I'm really looking for are tips on how to steer away from the diet soda and stick with water. I've seen those packets you can add to bottled water. Anyone try those and like it? Maybe can recommend a flavor or brand.

Thanks for any help or advice. I appreciate it.

I think that post could be a shout out and call for help to our threadmother Utahmama, the ultimate diet pepsi addict. But I think she may have broken the addiction! I'll let her tell you about it.

I do add the packets to the water bottles. I like the crystal light lemonade and there are also some flavored iced green tea mixes that like, but I can;t remember the brand. I also do not like plain water, so I always put a lemon wedge in my water and then I love it . It's worth a try.

Wow, you all have been post-happy! Nice to see, but it took me forever to get caught up.
Woo hooo!Give her a hug from me.

The new SAT goes to 2400. My DD took it in March and got an 1890. PD and I raised some smart chicks (if you'll pardon my saying so)!

I will give her that hug for you. Give your baby a ug for me too and tell her congratulations on her graduation!

Are you enjoying your leisurely summer? Hope so!

I'll weigh in later today...hopefuloly I can report a loss of 1 pound to meet the challenge, because we go on vacation tomorrow so this will be my last weigh in before the 4th...but I am so close and Aunt Flo is knocking on the door, trying to gain admittance to our vacation...so I'm worried that I will have a gain! UGH!

 

[LMO429]

Hey Peeps!

I know I did not weigh in last week. I weighed myself this morning and I weighed in at 130.0 Today is 3 Months until my wedding day! and I would like to weigh 118 pounds and be seriously toned...So i guess next week I will post a loss or a gain because I lost track because the past month I have been pretty inconsistent.

I have decided that this weekend and the many wkends going forward that I can only have ONE cheat day on the weekend. The past month I have been just eating what I want on the weekends and I have been maintaining at 130 pounds. I need to start watching more and only indulge my 35 bonus points worth for the weekend.

 

[LMO429]

Thanks for all the encouraging words when it comes to me flying. It comes in waves and short panic attacks when I think about it. I know it has everything to do with me being at work downtown and experiencing everything first hand on 9.11..anyway i hate talking/thinking about it cuz it makes me worse. I did not fly for 5 years after that and the furthest i have flown was las vegas...i think there is something about being over the ocean that completely freaks me out! I just feel like at least if we are flying over land and I have a panic attack the plane can land somewhere but over water where are we going to go!!! my fiance was even so nice as to book us first class tickets because he knows how much i hate flying..but its still not working

I just hate this feeling that we have to go somewhere "FAR AWAY" for our honeymoon why cant we just go somewhere close..I dont get it..i got a prescription for ambien and hopefully that will do the trick.

 

[LMO429]

Um, quick question....looking for some advice actually.

Anyone here beaten an addiction to soda? Specifically Diet Pepsi. That stuff is like a drug I swear! It's so bad that one of my first tags ever said "Hopelessly addicted to Diet Pepsi" and truer words were never spoken.

I had a kidney stone over a year ago and after that I did pretty well with the water and cutting out the soda. That was the single most painful experience ever and I didn't want to take any chance of repeating it. But you know how it is, time passes, and here I am back with the soda and not enough water.

I just hate water so much. So what I'm really looking for are tips on how to steer away from the diet soda and stick with water. I've seen those packets you can add to bottled water. Anyone try those and like it? Maybe can recommend a flavor or brand.

Thanks for any help or advice. I appreciate it.

Welcome!

Utah Mama kicked the habit and she dropped some serious LBS!!!

As far as I am concerned if you want to drop some weigh fast I would try to kick your diet pepsi habit to the curb as soon as possible. Think about all the chemicals and adjectives they put in diet soda!!! Plus when you drink diet soda it makes you want to eat even more!!!!!

and dont kick the diet pepsi for crystal light because that stuff is just as bad

i know you dont like the taste of water but it really is the best thing for your body..i didnt like it at first either but now i crave water all the time! I wish I had a better solution to drinking water such as a packet that goes into your water to make it taste better but I think that stuff is pure garbage and no good for your body

Maybe just start with having one can of diet sode and one big bottle of water the first week and then start to decrease the soda and up the water gradually and dont do it all at once ....

 

[DisneyLaura]

So i am panicking about my honeymoon...i actually HATE to fly and we are going to Maui...not smart considering we live in nyc and its a 12 hour flight!!!!

I can deal with flying cross country i have done it before! but i am seriously starting to freak and have cold feet about going to maui..i want to ask my fiance if we can just go somewhere closer..what would u do about this? am i being stupid

LMO - I agree with everyone else about still going. It's absolutely beautiful there. I went on my honeymoon almost 12 years ago And you're not in the air the whole time, mine was split, first we flew from JFK to CA and then to HI. I would definately take something to help you relax if you think that will help. You'll be fine

Anyone here beaten an addiction to soda? Specifically Diet Pepsi. That stuff is like a drug I swear! It's so bad that one of my first tags ever said "Hopelessly addicted to Diet Pepsi" and truer words were never spoken. Thanks for any help or advice. I appreciate it.

Beth - Wendy dropped a whole lot of weight after giving up diet pepsi. I personally need the bubbles so I limit myself one diet caffiene free pepsi at dinner (I also get those little cans sometimes). I find cans I don't go through as much as a bottle. I also fill a 64 oz rubbermaid container with water and add one of those packets to it (I used to do Crystal Light but the fake sugar not good) but I did find somethings with Splenda (much better than the other stuff) 4C iced tea has one with Splenda or there something on the market called True Lemon/True Lime that I actually just went on their website to get a free sample. It's no calories, no artifical sweetner. I like water but I need a little something something in it too. I don't use the 16.9 oz of water it calls for I use those packets in a 64 oz rubbermaid container so it's really just a little taste of something. You can try that. Also WW makes packets too if you join them (they only sell it their weigh in). Hope that helps.

Laura

I'm a samer because I didn't go get weighed this week and I don't own a scale (I think I might have to go purchase one)

 

[MA pigletfan]

BY THE WAY...WELCOME BETH!!! sorry such a delay!!!! I am sure you will love it here!!

Today i am a loser...-2 lbs! yay!
Tonight we are going to our first " reception venue appt"..i am pretty excited about it..its a Westin hotel in Providence..which is super close to where we live in MA...it looks pretty in pics so i am very curious to see it..b ut a bit scared of the pricetag ..considering we have no idea what kind of budget we have to work with yet..it should be interesting! We have a couple more appts lined up mid July in Boston and I am hoping to get some country clubs lined up to check out too..i know once we have a definite place/date i will feel so much better..but right now i am feeling a bit anxious. I mean Oct. 09 sounds far away..but people are already booking that far..yikes!!!
OH and after the appointment we are going to see the new DISNEY MOVIE: Wall-E!!! Very excited!

have a great day everyone..i will be popping in today i hope since its friday!

 

[DisneyLaura]

Gina - I booked my church and my reception place almost 2 years in advance and that was almost 12 years ago (I got married in Oct too, the 12th ) It's crazy but let me tell you that will go by fast once you start the real planning. The church and the reception is one thing that we did really early and then I don't think anything after that until 10 months or so. The dress, invites, flowers, DJ that kind of stuff. I would just call places and ask how far in advance you need to book things because if you really want a specific florist (my cousin worked for one, it was her in-laws so I knew I was going with them) you don't want to be disappointed if they can't do your wedding. I would also take pictures of the place so you remember it after you go to the other ones. Of course that's once you have a date Just a little advice I hope you don't mind.

Laura

 

[WI_DisneyFan]

Hi all! I want to get this in before the DIS goes on the fritz again. After seeing some pretty scary numbers for most of the week, I was able to rally to lose 0.8 pounds this week. This puts me back under 165 (164.6 to be exact), but still 1.2 above my lowest weight of 163.4 that I hit a few weeks ago. Hopefully a good week here will put me at or below that number again. Unfortunately, unless I have my best week ever I won't be reaching my July 4 goal of being under 160. But that's just something to aim for next time.

The other sorta related news is that I've completed Week 1 of the Couch to 5k program. I might end up repeating week 1 though, just because I think I'm getting a little more winded than I should. I'm not sure if I'm ready to increase my running time.

Anyway, I hope everyone has a great day! And start thinking of what you want to accomplish by Labor Day, which is September 1. We'll probably be aiming for August 29, the last Friday before Labor Day. That'll be our next goal date. But saying Labor Day is just easier.

Pretty numbers everyone!

 

[DisneyGalUK]

They want to be your pets. I think it's time you started giving them names...If you find one more yo could name them after the seven dwarves!

I think I will make them my garden pets! Dont know why frogs freak me out so much, Ive got two map turtles as pets! I think its because the turtles cant run away from me!
Tonight I'll find another one and they can be the dwarves!

Well im +1lb Totally my own fault, and totally expected. Hey ho, Ive hopped back on the wagon!

Have a great day everyone

 

[UtahMama]

Um, quick question....looking for some advice actually.

Anyone here beaten an addiction to soda? Specifically Diet Pepsi. That stuff is like a drug I swear! It's so bad that one of my first tags ever said "Hopelessly addicted to Diet Pepsi" and truer words were never spoken.

I had a kidney stone over a year ago and after that I did pretty well with the water and cutting out the soda. That was the single most painful experience ever and I didn't want to take any chance of repeating it. But you know how it is, time passes, and here I am back with the soda and not enough water.

I just hate water so much. So what I'm really looking for are tips on how to steer away from the diet soda and stick with water. I've seen those packets you can add to bottled water. Anyone try those and like it? Maybe can recommend a flavor or brand.

Thanks for any help or advice. I appreciate it.

HELLO!!!

I kicked a $5 (minimum) per day habit this last April and dumped 20 pounds that month!!!!!

Diet Soda is EVIL!!!

But don't go cold turkey or you'll be "cranky"

I only had a can when I felt the headache coming on. It was ONE day of HECK and 3 more days of mild symptoms.


You'll sleep better and you're skin will glow.

NOW, I DO drink one to 2 cans in the morning and since losing that chunk last April, I've been s--l--o--o--o--w in any more. SO! I know I can quit totally. It's just compared to the MASSIVE amounts of DP I used to drink, the 1-2 cans seems so little. I need to totally get rid of them.

I can sincerely say...IF I CAN DO IT, you can do it!

 

[UtahMama]

Welcome aboard!

I guess this is as good of a time as any for a re-introduction, since this is a new thread and all. My name is Aaron, 5'8", 31, married, no kids, one mean little Cocker Spaniel named Molly. I was born, raised, and still live in the same small town in Eastern Wisconsin (where we're still waiting for summer to begin!). I've had opportunities to move for different jobs that I've held, and was thisclose to moving to South Carolina about 10 years ago. But I just couldn't see myself moving out of my little town.

Anyway, I like to think that I'm on the last lap of my weight loss journey. I started trying to lose in March 2005 at 240 pounds. I was able to lose 25 to get down to 215 for my August 2005 wedding. I pretty much stayed right around there for the next year and four months. Then in January 2007 I rededicated myself, joined the Peeps shortly after that, and I'm now hovering around 165. My ultimate goal is to be at a weight that is healthy and looks good on me. I initially set a goal of 155, but now I'm thinking that it'll be closer to 140-145 before I'm at a spot that I want to be. The problem is that the last time I was at a healthy weight, I was in 3rd grade. So I have absolutly no idea what would be good for my body to carry around. (I would secretly love to hit 140, just so I can say that I lost 100. But we'll see if that would even be a good, healthy weight for me.)

Wendy (UtahMama) posted the rules on the first page, but I'll summarize. Friday's are weigh in days; just post your gain/loss, not your weight (but nobody will stop you if you want to); and be sure it is in big bright numbers like this -

-5.4 pounds

Beside that, post early, post often, and have fun!

HA! I put you down for -5.4!!!!