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

[LMO429]

Hey Peeps!!!

Aunt Flo came over this morning! so I decided not to weigh myself..I feel pretty tight though from the Barry's Boot Camp!!! so that's a good thing!

Hope all the peeps have a great weekend!

 

[my2boysrtwicethefun]

+2.2 lbs. this week

I'll be back in college on Monday morning and I'm sure it will effect my weight loss efforts. Where did the summer go? I had to go to a NUR 203 orientation Tuesday and it was exciting to know that this is my last year. I can't wait for May.

 

[LMO429]

+2.2 lbs. this week

I'll be back in college on Monday morning and I'm sure it will effect my weight loss efforts. Where did the summer go? I had to go to a NUR 203 orientation Tuesday and it was exciting to know that this is my last year. I can't wait for May.

I am asking myself the same question!! I start back with work and school on Monday as well!!!

 

[monymony3471]

I put my grumpy shirt for a reason. I am UP 2 pounds. Hugh????

Usually my cycles don't make a difference in my weight. Maybe this time it is an issue, since I should be on it anyday now. I've never been regular. EVER.

of course! i think we talked about this awhile back, maybe getting a spot for wishes or another nighttime show together and that way it's not so awkward for everyone else around us who don't understand the "peep"ness - you and i could talk while we're waiting on the show to start. but i think my schedule has changed since then. here's what we're doing - let me know if our plans overlap at all!

thursday, 12/11 - epcot all day

friday, 12/12 - DHS all day

saturday, 12/13 - MK all day

sunday, 12/14 - AK day / MK evening @ MVMCP

Saturday we will both be in MK. Other than our 2pm ressie at the Plaza, we will be available.

 

[Sparkie]

Punkin

There is a lady with the girl's dance team that does Juice Plus. Her DH is a doctor and she swears by it. I have never been a vitamin or supplement type myself.... I guess I'll just have to get my 5 a day the old fashion way.

I used to teach my elementary nutrition class the 5 a day rule by having the kids make the O.K. sign with their hand. The three fingers that are up represent the three vegetable servings we need per day and the two fingers that make the "o" represent the fruit servings we need each day. So.....

Three vegetables and two fruits a day will help you to be O.K. !!!!

No harm in getting extra but from my understanding. Most vitamins are water soluable and the body will take what it needs and you excrete the rest.

 

[UtahMama]

Banana Dancing today!

This exercise-thing WORKS!

Based on my multi-weighted day last week (and a good reason to not weigh more than once on Fridays ) I've lost between 5-7 pounds!

Can we just say 7?

I'm SO jealous of all the WDW goers!

Punkin- Thanks for the Juice Plus info. Seems like a great supplement!

 

[WI_DisneyFan]

We are having a Sushi Chef present during the cocktail hour so he was there preparing some rolls and sushimi for us..Which was awesome

alot of the food that will be served during the cocktail hour and the three main dishes we are serving out guests filet mignon, chicken and a chilean sea bass

Wow, that sounds so elegant! I'm used to the classic Wisconsin (and maybe Midwest) wedding meal - broasted chicken and beef tips, and sometimes ham. I can't tell you how many times I've eaten that at a wedding.

What d'y'all think of a Green Tea Challenge? One week of substituting Green Tea for what ever cup of "wake up" you usually drink??

Usually I'd be all for that kind of challenge. But my normal "wake up juice" is a big mug of cold water. So I don't think substituting green tea would do me a whole lot of good.

Well anyway, I am a happy little Peep today. First off, I lost 1.2 pounds this week. But that's not the best part. I reach two big personal milestones with those 1.2 pounds. First, I went under 160 (159.8 to be exact) for the first time that I can remember. Although, that is sorta bittersweet since my original goal weight was 155, and this just reinforces the fact that I'm a lot further away from where I want to be than 4.8 pounds. But I'm not letting that bring me down today. The other milestone is I've reached 80 pounds lost since my highest weight ever of 240. A few other pertinent numbers:

Total percent of weight lost: 33.42%
Starting BMI: 36.5 (Obese)
Current BMI: 24.3 (Normal)
Weight lost since joining here in 2007: 56.2 pounds
Weight lost in 2008: 19.4 pounds

Now, it is not like me at all to brag about accomplishments, because after all pride is one of the 7 deadly sins. And quite frankly, I simply hate the attention. But I just had to tell someone, and I thought y'all would appreciate it more than most.

Of course, I'm setting myself up for a big letdown next week since karma will probably come back and bite me in the butt. But at least for one day, I am happy.

Have a great day everyone!

(Oh yeah, and I realized that I forgot to post last week's Labor Day challenge update. So I'll post last week's and this week's together.)

 

[LMO429]

Wow, that sounds so elegant! I'm used to the classic Wisconsin (and maybe Midwest) wedding meal - broasted chicken and beef tips, and sometimes ham. I can't tell you how many times I've eaten that at a wedding.


Usually I'd be all for that kind of challenge. But my normal "wake up juice" is a big mug of cold water. So I don't think substituting green tea would do me a whole lot of good.

Well anyway, I am a happy little Peep today. First off, I lost 1.2 pounds this week. But that's not the best part. I reach two big personal milestones with those 1.2 pounds. First, I went under 160 (159.8 to be exact) for the first time that I can remember. Although, that is sorta bittersweet since my original goal weight was 155, and this just reinforces the fact that I'm a lot further away from where I want to be than 4.8 pounds. But I'm not letting that bring me down today. The other milestone is I've reached 80 pounds lost since my highest weight ever of 240. A few other pertinent numbers:

Total percent of weight lost: 33.42%
Starting BMI: 36.5 (Obese)
Current BMI: 24.3 (Normal)
Weight lost since joining here in 2007: 56.2 pounds
Weight lost in 2008: 19.4 pounds

Now, it is not like me at all to brag about accomplishments, because after all pride is one of the 7 deadly sins. And quite frankly, I simply hate the attention. But I just had to tell someone, and I thought y'all would appreciate it more than most.

Of course, I'm setting myself up for a big letdown next week since karma will probably come back and bite me in the butt. But at least for one day, I am happy.

Have a great day everyone!

(Oh yeah, and I realized that I forgot to post last week's Labor Day challenge update. So I'll post last week's and this week's together.)

WOW!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!! you truly are an inspiration!!!

 

[LMO429]

Banana Dancing today!

This exercise-thing WORKS!

Based on my multi-weighted day last week (and a good reason to not weigh more than once on Fridays ) I've lost between 5-7 pounds!

Can we just say 7?

I'm SO jealous of all the WDW goers!

Punkin- Thanks for the Juice Plus info. Seems like a great supplement!

 

[UtahMama]

Wow, that sounds so elegant! I'm used to the classic Wisconsin (and maybe Midwest) wedding meal - broasted chicken and beef tips, and sometimes ham. I can't tell you how many times I've eaten that at a wedding.


Usually I'd be all for that kind of challenge. But my normal "wake up juice" is a big mug of cold water. So I don't think substituting green tea would do me a whole lot of good.

Well anyway, I am a happy little Peep today. First off, I lost 1.2 pounds this week. But that's not the best part. I reach two big personal milestones with those 1.2 pounds. First, I went under 160 (159.8 to be exact) for the first time that I can remember. Although, that is sorta bittersweet since my original goal weight was 155, and this just reinforces the fact that I'm a lot further away from where I want to be than 4.8 pounds. But I'm not letting that bring me down today. The other milestone is I've reached 80 pounds lost since my highest weight ever of 240. A few other pertinent numbers:

Total percent of weight lost: 33.42%
Starting BMI: 36.5 (Obese)
Current BMI: 24.3 (Normal)
Weight lost since joining here in 2007: 56.2 pounds
Weight lost in 2008: 19.4 pounds

Now, it is not like me at all to brag about accomplishments, because after all pride is one of the 7 deadly sins. And quite frankly, I simply hate the attention. But I just had to tell someone, and I thought y'all would appreciate it more than most.

Of course, I'm setting myself up for a big letdown next week since karma will probably come back and bite me in the butt. But at least for one day, I am happy.

Have a great day everyone!

(Oh yeah, and I realized that I forgot to post last week's Labor Day challenge update. So I'll post last week's and this week's together.)

OH MY GOSH!!!! Since you hate the attention, I'll lay it on thicker!

That really IS great! Karma needs to lay off next week!!!

What a fabulous accomplishment Aaron!

I'm loving that you said you are a "Happy Little Peep"

 

[DisneyLaura]

Ok I'm back from RI (we actually got in yesterday afternoon but with the laundry and football practice I couldn't get online, Monica I'm jealous you have a track to walk on while at football practice, ours is at a elementary school, no track). I am not weighing in this week because I was out of town for Tuesday which is the day I usually get weighed at WW. I will say I was not a good peep at all.

Have a great time in RI!!! You will be right near me depending on where in Rhody you are going!

We went to Misquamicut (probably spelled that wrong). We had a great time. Oh and I finally got my Walk away the pounds DVD, plan on doing that this weekend.

I'm almost done with my "Breaking Dawn" book, which has been sucking up my computer time.

I'm half way through it.

Hi all! I was hoping I could join your thread for inspiration!

Sorry I'm late in welcoming you here but WELCOME. Oh and I love your username too, I love Pooh.

UGH!!!!! I just uploaded a ton of pictures of my new apartment with captions and it got deleted!

Here is the couch and living room. I need some pictures for the wall and a table or something for next to it, to the left of the couch. Also I really need an ottoman or coffee table. I hate not being able to sit facing the tv and put my feet up.

Here is the tv area. I plan on getting a cute armchair and putting it where the computer is right now.

My kitchen.

The dining area. Again needs some wall art. And I may get some new slip covers. These were my DB and DSIL and they are pretty old and faded. Also, I have to keep the microwave out here since the apt did not come with one. My mom bought me a "microwave cart" to put it on but her friend is going to put it together for me.

The bedroom. Yes that is a disney bear

Bedroom again. With the dresser in the background.

Bedroom again from last week when my mom and Phoebe came to visit. She had to test out the bed for future visits.

My washer and dryer.

The bathroom...I fell in love with this shower curtain at Macy's.

Bathroom again.

My balcony/patio and woods view. Again, I'm going to get a cute table and chairs set eventually.

I'm still getting used to being on my own. It's pretty lonely to be honest. I actually went home yesterday for an overnight visit and my mom and I went shopping for some new work clothes for me. Made me feel better but I'm just so stressed out and I hate not having a routine. It's typical "shannon" though. All new adventures bring on mini-breakdowns. A few weeks from now I will probably still be stressed with work yet much happier and settled.

Love your apartment. So cute.

Thought I'd share the pics of my newly decorated kitchen, since I just uploaded them to the computer!

Now if only perspective buyers would like it!!!

Gayle your kitchen is beautiful. I love the colors, very warm indeed. Oh put an extra pot of coffee on, I'll be right over.

I just found the neatest online magazine for women and a great Nutrition article about switching from "diet foods" to whole grains, beans, fish, and vegetables.

http://www.capessa.com/members/StoryActions.aspx?g=126786&m=73434

What do ya think?

I totally agree with this article.

Hello EVERYONE!!!!!

I have less than 2 weeks before disney!!! I actually started to secretly pack the kids outfits in ziplock bags today. I have to manage to pack everything in 2 suitcases, which shouldn't be hard since we are only going for 4 days. But then there are dipers and bottles, and wipes, and formula, and all that baby stuff!!!! I'm keeping her on formula for one more month due to our vacation, I don't want to deal with milk in the Florida heat. EW!
one and new they go for a 100.

Does anyone drink Green Tea? What kind and why? I'm thinking of switching from coffee to green tea. I've read that it can really help with weight loss. But I don't know what kind to buy.

Sorry about the green tea, I tried it once and didn't like it, maybe I should buy the capsules, but which brand . Also when you put the kids clothes in the ziploc bags what size do you use? I'm so doing this next time.

Today was day #1 - teacher workdays. I am the part time speech therapist at one school and full time at another. Today I went to my part time placement. I know that they really need me and want me there more than I technically can because I am obligated to this other school, which I am going to tomorrow. But it is so frustrating getting schedules down and when I can see this school, when I can see that school...and they both want me all the time. And as much as it would be fun to split myself in two and send me to both schools at the same time, I don't think science has figured that one out yet. And the paperwork and the fact that my classroom is completely filled with old reading books so I can't even get to my computer, bulletin boards, or phone. I know that a month from now, it should be pretty well taken care of and I'll have a routine but right now it seems impossible. Send pixie dust my way please - I am STRESSED OUT!

Pixie dust coming your way

So, I made my choice. It is a startup, but is 11K more than I am making now, 7 miles from home, and they took 1.5 hours of their time today to convince me that it is the place for me. My last day at my current job is Aug 29, I am at WDW Aug 30-Sept 7, and start my new job on Sept 8th!!

Congrats

Though I'm very thankful I no longer have to deal with periods, I still have ovaries and every bit of the PMS symptoms I used to (except cramps, thank you Lord!) but I notice adding lemon or lime to my water really seems to help with water retention and bloat.

I add lemon to my water too.

I go to the OB today for a follow up proceedure and to get my test results from the thyroid blood draw I had done. At this point I want it to be my thryroid so something can be done finally to make me better.

Have a skinny day! Eat lots of fiber today!

Let us know what the doctor says.

Question - Does anyone have any good relaxation tips? Im really struggling to sleep and wondered if anyone had any good advice (besides Wine - thought of that already

If I can't sleep at night I do a hot bath and read

On my last lap my son came over and I asked him to do the last lap with me and push the stroller so I could run without having to push. Half way through it he says, "Mom, this is really good for you. I can see that you are a little skinnier."

I told him he just made my day.

Good luck tomorrow my peeps!

Kiddos always make you feel good don't they.

I have a question and thought maybe some of you would have some ideas. I would like to start taking a vitamin because I'm pretty sure I'm not getting all the nutrients I need. Who really does right? LOL
But it's so confusing. So many choices. Does anyone have any recommendations for a good multi vitamin? I'm 36 if that makes a difference on which one I should be taking.

I appreciate any advice so I don't look like a total idiot standing in the vitamin aisle forever trying to make heads or tails of them all.
Thanks!

I actually still take a prenatal vitamin because DD2 still nurses once or twice a day but I probably don't need too (trying to ween her but not going too well) I also take Omega 3 (midwife told me too) and then I take a acidophilus (for yeast issues I have). I think any multivitamin is fine for you. I use all products from Melaluca (it's all chemical free products).

[/QUOTE=UtahMama;26932791]Banana Dancing today!

This exercise-thing WORKS!

Based on my multi-weighted day last week (and a good reason to not weigh more than once on Fridays ) I've lost between 5-7 pounds!

Can we just say 7?

I'm SO jealous of all the WDW goers! :

Punkin- Thanks for the Juice Plus info. Seems like a great supplement![/QUOTE]

I say take the 7 lbs - you go girl

Total percent of weight lost: 33.42%
Starting BMI: 36.5 (Obese)
Current BMI: 24.3 (Normal)
Weight lost since joining here in 2007: 56.2 pounds
Weight lost in 2008: 19.4 pounds

Now, it is not like me at all to brag about accomplishments, because after all pride is one of the 7 deadly sins. And quite frankly, I simply hate the attention. But I just had to tell someone, and I thought y'all would appreciate it more than most.

Of course, I'm setting myself up for a big letdown next week since karma will probably come back and bite me in the butt. But at least for one day, I am happy.

Have a great day everyone!

(Oh yeah, and I realized that I forgot to post last week's Labor Day challenge update. So I'll post last week's and this week's together.)

You deserve every bit of attention there pal.

 

[MA pigletfan]

We are having a Sushi Chef present during the cocktail hour so he was there preparing some rolls and sushimi for us..Which was awesome

alot of the food that will be served during the cocktail hour and the three main dishes we are serving out guests filet mignon, chicken and a chilean sea bass


best advice for sleep .....nyquil!!!!!!!!!!!!

We are thinking of having a sushi roller as well for cocktail hour ..you will have to tell me how it goes over We will def. have the 3 choices as filet mignon, chicken wellington and some sort of fish..i am already looking forward to the tastings loL!

I put my grumpy shirt for a reason. I am UP 2 pounds. Hugh????

Usually my cycles don't make a difference in my weight. Maybe this time it is an issue, since I should be on it anyday now. I've never been regular. EVER.





Saturday we will both be in MK. Other than our 2pm ressie at the Plaza, we will be available.

I hear that +2 as well...ugh. I know my food hasn't been great..but i have worked out pretty darn hard every day since saturday...ah well...mayeb i will suck it up and be better about cals next week and see something i like! i love the way my muscles are feeling/ looking though..so the working out is doing SOMETHING good for me.

 

[LMO429]

We are thinking of having a sushi roller as well for cocktail hour ..you will have to tell me how it goes over We will def. have the 3 choices as filet mignon, chicken wellington and some sort of fish..i am already looking forward to the tastings loL!


I hear that +2 as well...ugh. I know my food hasn't been great..but i have worked out pretty darn hard every day since saturday...ah well...mayeb i will suck it up and be better about cals next week and see something i like! i love the way my muscles are feeling/ looking though..so the working out is doing SOMETHING good for me.

I made some Priority Seating for our Disneyland Trip

tues oct 9th arrive

Wednesday October 8 our Disneyland Day: 8:20 Story Teller Cafe 1:10 Blue Bayoue..and we made 5pm ESPN reservations (in case the Mets are in the Playoffs)

Thursday Oct 9th : Our california adventure day: 110 lunch at Wine County Tratorria
7pm Tortilla Joes

Friday Oct 10 ...back to disneyland and california adventure for anything we missed....Dinner Napa Rose 8pm

Saturday...we will still be there but i didnt make any dininig...yet...going to just wing it

I have to admit that with the exception of our PS on the Wed..i have a feeling we will not be making the rest of them..I found it alot harder to make a plan for disneyland...im thinking after the wed and thurs will probably would have seen most of everything anyway and just go back the fri and sat to catch up on the stuff we missed

 

[dwheatl]

I am down 1.4. I was doing better earlier in the week, but had 2 parties to go to. And AF was kind enough to avoid my vacation days and showed up Wednesday. So overall, the 1.4 is pretty good. I just have to hang in there this week to see the rest of the weight I would have lost if AF weren't here.

UM - Take the 7 lbs. Awesome loss, girlie!

Well anyway, I am a happy little Peep today. First off, I lost 1.2 pounds this week. But that's not the best part. I reach two big personal milestones with those 1.2 pounds. First, I went under 160 (159.8 to be exact) for the first time that I can remember. Although, that is sorta bittersweet since my original goal weight was 155, and this just reinforces the fact that I'm a lot further away from where I want to be than 4.8 pounds. But I'm not letting that bring me down today. The other milestone is I've reached 80 pounds lost since my highest weight ever of 240. A few other pertinent numbers:

Total percent of weight lost: 33.42%
Starting BMI: 36.5 (Obese)
Current BMI: 24.3 (Normal)
Weight lost since joining here in 2007: 56.2 pounds
Weight lost in 2008: 19.4 pounds

Now, it is not like me at all to brag about accomplishments, because after all pride is one of the 7 deadly sins. And quite frankly, I simply hate the attention. But I just had to tell someone, and I thought y'all would appreciate it more than most.

Have a great day everyone!

Woo hoo, Mr. Aaron! WTG! A friend told me that pride is the opposite of humility, and humility is the honest acknowledgment of your strengths and weaknesses. I think you do very well with that, so although you have pride in your accomplishment, you are not being boastful or proud in a bad way.
If I was close by, and your wife didn't mind, I'd give you a big hug (and my arms could probably reach around you).

I made some Priority Seating for our Disneyland Trip

tues oct 9th arrive

Wednesday October 8 our Disneyland Day: 8:20 Story Teller Cafe 1:10 Blue Bayoue..and we made 5pm ESPN reservations (in case the Mets are in the Playoffs)

Thursday Oct 9th : Our california adventure day: 110 lunch at Wine County Tratorria
7pm Tortilla Joes

Friday Oct 10 ...back to disneyland and california adventure for anything we missed....Dinner Napa Rose 8pm

Saturday...we will still be there but i didnt make any dininig...yet...going to just wing it

I have to admit that with the exception of our PS on the Wed..i have a feeling we will not be making the rest of them..I found it alot harder to make a plan for disneyland...im thinking after the wed and thurs will probably would have seen most of everything anyway and just go back the fri and sat to catch up on the stuff we missed

Sounds great! I was just looking at the link on MommaU4's TR that shows the decorations at DL in Oct. You are so lucky that you will be there then. Here's the link: http://www.family-vacation-getaways-...-Pumpkins.html
And here's the link to Beth's TR: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1893156 It's awesome.

I need to get ready to go into work now. I'm setting up the classroom.

 

[mommaU4]

MommU4- Not ignoring your question about vitamins. I'm a Flinstones Chewable kind of gal so I'm not the best to advise.

I also take a Calcium, a Krill Oil (fish oil), and some Arbonne skin vitamins

Thanks. And ummm, I've been taking the Flintstones vitamins too! That's why I thought I'd ask. I'm not sure they are cutting it for me. Although I really hate the thought of giving them up. LOL

My ob/gyn said the cheap multi-vitamins are about as good as anything. He said to get something with iron, and pretty much 100% of the standard vitamins. Anything more, he said, is just expensive pee.

Expensive pee....
Okay, thanks. I know I am not getting enough iron, so I'll keep that in mind.

I actually still take a prenatal vitamin because DD2 still nurses once or twice a day but I probably don't need too (trying to ween her but not going too well) I also take Omega 3 (midwife told me too) and then I take a acidophilus (for yeast issues I have). I think any multivitamin is fine for you. I use all products from Melaluca (it's all chemical free products).

Welcome back! And thanks for that info.

Sounds great! I was just looking at the link on MommaU4's TR that shows the decorations at DL in Oct. You are so lucky that you will be there then. Here's the link: http://www.family-vacation-getaways-...-Pumpkins.html
And here's the link to Beth's TR: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1893156 It's awesome.

The Halloween decorations are really cool. I love looking at them so the family vacations link is a good one to check out. As for my PTR, it's just a lot of babble right now with a few pics thrown in. But while I'm there I plan to take tons of photos of the Halloween decorations.




OKay, now to get down to business. Congrats to all those who lost or maintained this week!! Way to go!!!!!

I went from 232.8 down to 230.2 so that's a loss of -2.6 pounds. I was really hoping to break into the 220's this week, but oh well. That just gives me something to look forward to for next Friday.

Have a wonderful week-end everyone!!!

 

[DisneyObsession]

Look what I got in the mail yesterday...

This trip is becoming more and more a reality every day!!! I am sooooo excited!!!!

I also bought tickets for MNSSHP on Sept 23rd this morning! I am bringing my Passporter to work tonight to plan our days!

 

[DisneyObsession]

I'm a samer this week....oh well. Aunt Flo istopped by today here as well, so I'm not complaining. Could be worse. My eating hasn't been great, but not horrendous either. Next week I'll be down again...promise!

Wanted to do WATP today, but the TV went to the "TV Dr." on Tues and it appears it's terminal. Poor thing isn't coming back. Guess I'm going TV shopping tomorrow. (secretly doing this... )

Aaron...Awesome on the weight loss. You have proven that sticking with it is the key!!!! WTG!

Wendy..Keep the 7 lbs!! You are a losing machine and getting sexier every day!!! (How's Misty? Haven't seen her around in a long time. Tell her I said HI!!)

Monica...I am impressed that you walk/run the track while DS is at football. When my DS was playing, we Moms would just sit around on lawn chairs talking! Keep up the good work!

I am heading to work tonight and have been watching my DGS since 7:30, so I think I will try to nap a little before DD comes to pick him up.

 

[monymony3471]

Ok,

Wendy you are still one hot rocking chick! WTG 7 pounds WOOT! WOOT! How long does the exercise thing take to make me lose weight? I am eating good.

Aaron you are so deserving of your accomplishments, it couldn't happen to a nicer person. I did not read a smidge of negativeness in any of that. I was just too happy for you and feeling all of your goodness. Congrats.



My thyroid is good. I'm just going crazy trying to figure the next step. My OB suggested an Ear Nose and Throat specialist. Ok, I have an apt next week.


I'm about to go to Tim's Oncologist apt with him. Decisions to make. More surgery.

Then I am taking him out to a movie and dinner for a date. We really need and deserve one.

I am up for the green tea challenge. But I read it too late so I will start tomorrow.

And,

I am in the last 100 pages of Breaking Dawn. When I'm done who can I talk to, so not to ruin it for anyone else?
Peace Out!

 

[Pooh's-Honey-Pot]

My first weigh in! Can't write it in red as I'm typing on my phone at a hotel, but I am -2 lbs! Am pleased because auntie flo also arrived here today, but a tiny bit disappointed as I have done an hours exercise every day since Sunday! Sunday I ran in the treadmill, Monday I did an hours aerobics, tuesday 20 mins treadmill and40 mins toning, Wednesday 40 mins tredmill and 20 mins toning, and last night a mix of aerobics and toning. Was hoping that might shift 3-4 Lbs but I know I should be grateful!

Will be lucky to maintain the next 2 weeks. Am at a wedding this weekend and have already drank too much, and going away to Cornwall next weekend! Oh well!!

I am up for the green tea challenge!! Yuck!!

 

[DisneyGalUK]

Wow, that sounds so elegant! I'm used to the classic Wisconsin (and maybe Midwest) wedding meal - broasted chicken and beef tips, and sometimes ham. I can't tell you how many times I've eaten that at a wedding.


Usually I'd be all for that kind of challenge. But my normal "wake up juice" is a big mug of cold water. So I don't think substituting green tea would do me a whole lot of good.

Well anyway, I am a happy little Peep today. First off, I lost 1.2 pounds this week. But that's not the best part. I reach two big personal milestones with those 1.2 pounds. First, I went under 160 (159.8 to be exact) for the first time that I can remember. Although, that is sorta bittersweet since my original goal weight was 155, and this just reinforces the fact that I'm a lot further away from where I want to be than 4.8 pounds. But I'm not letting that bring me down today. The other milestone is I've reached 80 pounds lost since my highest weight ever of 240. A few other pertinent numbers:

Total percent of weight lost: 33.42%
Starting BMI: 36.5 (Obese)
Current BMI: 24.3 (Normal)
Weight lost since joining here in 2007: 56.2 pounds
Weight lost in 2008: 19.4 pounds

Now, it is not like me at all to brag about accomplishments, because after all pride is one of the 7 deadly sins. And quite frankly, I simply hate the attention. But I just had to tell someone, and I thought y'all would appreciate it more than most.

Of course, I'm setting myself up for a big letdown next week since karma will probably come back and bite me in the butt. But at least for one day, I am happy.

Have a great day everyone!

(Oh yeah, and I realized that I forgot to post last week's Labor Day challenge update. So I'll post last week's and this week's together.)

You are truly an inspiration!

If I can't sleep at night I do a hot bath and read

Thanks Laura, Ive got a few good books ive yet to read so I'll try this tonight

Ok,

Wendy you are still one hot rocking chick! WTG 7 pounds WOOT! WOOT! How long does the exercise thing take to make me lose weight? I am eating good.

Aaron you are so deserving of your accomplishments, it couldn't happen to a nicer person. I did not read a smidge of negativeness in any of that. I was just too happy for you and feeling all of your goodness. Congrats.



My thyroid is good. I'm just going crazy trying to figure the next step. My OB suggested an Ear Nose and Throat specialist. Ok, I have an apt next week.


I'm about to go to Tim's Oncologist apt with him. Decisions to make. More surgery.

Then I am taking him out to a movie and dinner for a date. We really need and deserve one.

I am up for the green tea challenge. But I read it too late so I will start tomorrow.

And,

I am in the last 100 pages of Breaking Dawn. When I'm done who can I talk to, so not to ruin it for anyone else?
Peace Out!

Monica for the decisions you have to make. You know my good thoughts are coming your way.

Well in my last weigh in before the big day I am -1lb I'll take it!

Im hoping for an early-ish night tonight and a good sleep - its my Hen Party tomorrow!

Hope everyones having a great day.